Mothers And Daughters

What happens if you covered your arm with a bag of Crisco oil and stuck it into a bucket filled with ice? You would feel nothing, like a sea lion in the cooler waters of the North Pacific. Do you think you can get yourself out of an alligator’s mouth? Well, too bad because at 3,500 pounds, the force of its bite is equivalent to that of a car landing on top of you. Those are some of the things that Glendale resident Anne Beckner learned while preparing for the L.A. Zoo’s World Music Night on Tuesday evening, which focused on animals from all over the world.

Retired gynecologist Carol Ann Burton’s lifelong charity work has always seemed like the right fit for her in Glendale. And now she will lead the way for the organization where she got started years ago. The community activist was installed last month as local president of the National Charity League, a nonprofit mother-daughter organization that promotes community involvement. She first became involved in the program in the seventh grade when her mother was a senior member, or patroness, within the organization.

With Mother’s Day around the corner, La Cañada Presbyterian Church and Icthus International are planning a special luncheon in honor of women. Mothers, grandmothers, daughters, aunts or special friends will all be welcome at the lunch, planned for 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at La Cañada Presbyterian Church, 626 Foothill Blvd. The lunch will feature a presentation by Karlene Cunningham on “Wearable Art: The Costumes and Textiles of Guatemala.” Now retired, Cunningham was the former head of the Fashion Program at Pasadena City College.

A conversation I heard at the gym between two Armenian women sounded all too familiar. The older woman who appeared to be in her mid-40s wore a pair of shorts and a tank top. She had bleached blond hair and a belly ring which was exposed by her tank top. Her friend, who was much younger and dressed in long pants and short sleeve shirt, listened to her intently as they headed out from the locker room. The conversation happened to be about the way the older woman was dressed.

Gretchen Hoffman A new boutique in the heart of downtown Glendale combines two of the loves in owner Amor Bonner's life: shopping and spending time with her daughter. Bonner wants Mom's n Mine, 117 1/2 W. Wilson Ave., to be a place people can come for the out-of-the-ordinary, whether it's a slinky black Italian import for mom or a chenille sweater for girls from 2 to their teens. Pink ribbons and safety pins affix handwritten labels and prices to the clothes that line both walls and the center aisle of the 450-square-foot shop.

Marta Pazos, 69, and her mother, Delia Pazos, 93, have found a special place to enjoy their golden years together. Three times a week they take the tai chi class in the garden of the Glendale Adult Recreation Center. They also come for special luncheons and activities at the center. It's not only a way to take a break from their Glendale home, but a chance to get some exercise and socialize, Marta Pazos said. When her father died seven years ago, it was a big loss for them, she said.

Contributed by Rachel Fox National Charity League (NCL), Glendale chapter, participated in workshops for its chapter-wide project. The chapter-wide project, chosen and implemented by 10th grade students each year, is a project that involves the participation of both mothers and daughters of the entire chapter for a common cause. This year, the class of 2011 Ticktockers chose Childrens Hospital Los Angeles’ (CHLA) Celebrate Life With HOPE (Hematology/Oncology Psychosocial and Education)

As a U.S. citizen of Armenian descent, I am utterly appalled that any established newspaper would print such an offensive and, quite frankly, elementary article written by an obviously uneducated individual. It is exceedingly apparent that Paul Carney is not aware that this country, the United States, is one of the largest leaders in the battle for human rights everywhere, not just at home. Thus, examples such as the Jewish Holocaust of World War II are taught in our classrooms year after year, and the last time I checked the Holocaust happened in Europe, not the United States.

Cabrini Literary Guild hears choir The Cabrini Literary Guild will have its Christmas luncheon on Thursday, Dec. 14, at the Oakmont Country Club in Glendale. Social begins at 11:30 a.m. and lunch is served at noon. Program Chairwoman Wanda Bistagne will introduce the Village Christian Schools Concert Choir under the direction of Dawn Gilmore. The choir will entertain with holiday music. It gives about 30 concerts a year at churches, retirement centers, and for chapel programs and civic organizations.

Holidays honored at Unity Church LA CRESCENTA -- A Christmas candle-lighting service is at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Unity Church of the Valley. The church is at 2817 Montrose Ave., La Crescenta. For more information, call 249-4396. Message is 'You Are Divine!' LA CRESCENTA -- The Rev. Beverly Craig has selected "You Are Divine!" as the subject for the 10 a.m. Sunday service at La Crescenta Church of Religious Science. The church is at 4845 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta.

Marta Pazos, 69, and her mother, Delia Pazos, 93, have found a special place to enjoy their golden years together. Three times a week they take the tai chi class in the garden of the Glendale Adult Recreation Center. They also come for special luncheons and activities at the center. It's not only a way to take a break from their Glendale home, but a chance to get some exercise and socialize, Marta Pazos said. When her father died seven years ago, it was a big loss for them, she said.

What happens if you covered your arm with a bag of Crisco oil and stuck it into a bucket filled with ice? You would feel nothing, like a sea lion in the cooler waters of the North Pacific. Do you think you can get yourself out of an alligator’s mouth? Well, too bad because at 3,500 pounds, the force of its bite is equivalent to that of a car landing on top of you. Those are some of the things that Glendale resident Anne Beckner learned while preparing for the L.A. Zoo’s World Music Night on Tuesday evening, which focused on animals from all over the world.

Retired gynecologist Carol Ann Burton’s lifelong charity work has always seemed like the right fit for her in Glendale. And now she will lead the way for the organization where she got started years ago. The community activist was installed last month as local president of the National Charity League, a nonprofit mother-daughter organization that promotes community involvement. She first became involved in the program in the seventh grade when her mother was a senior member, or patroness, within the organization.

With Mother’s Day around the corner, La Cañada Presbyterian Church and Icthus International are planning a special luncheon in honor of women. Mothers, grandmothers, daughters, aunts or special friends will all be welcome at the lunch, planned for 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at La Cañada Presbyterian Church, 626 Foothill Blvd. The lunch will feature a presentation by Karlene Cunningham on “Wearable Art: The Costumes and Textiles of Guatemala.” Now retired, Cunningham was the former head of the Fashion Program at Pasadena City College.

A conversation I heard at the gym between two Armenian women sounded all too familiar. The older woman who appeared to be in her mid-40s wore a pair of shorts and a tank top. She had bleached blond hair and a belly ring which was exposed by her tank top. Her friend, who was much younger and dressed in long pants and short sleeve shirt, listened to her intently as they headed out from the locker room. The conversation happened to be about the way the older woman was dressed.

Gretchen Hoffman A new boutique in the heart of downtown Glendale combines two of the loves in owner Amor Bonner's life: shopping and spending time with her daughter. Bonner wants Mom's n Mine, 117 1/2 W. Wilson Ave., to be a place people can come for the out-of-the-ordinary, whether it's a slinky black Italian import for mom or a chenille sweater for girls from 2 to their teens. Pink ribbons and safety pins affix handwritten labels and prices to the clothes that line both walls and the center aisle of the 450-square-foot shop.