Patio

I write this with dismay at Robert Morrison for his letter “Politicians’ words don’t pass the smell test” on June 25 (Mailbag). I say thank you, temporally, to the City Council for tabling the smoking ban for apartment dwellers, but no thanks to most of the other restrictions (“Council eases up on smoking,” June 18). The statement by Morrison that owners of restaurants who allow smoking in their patios deter patrons from sitting outside is not correct, as far as I am concerned.

A “fairly large” mountain lion that was spotted roaming in a La Crescenta neighborhood Thursday afternoon was tranquilized to be relocated in the wild, a state wildlife official said. Officers with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife were called in after the lion was spotted just before 2 p.m. and didn't appear to be disturbing anything at the home in the 4500 block of New York Avenue, according to Glendale Police Sgt. Tom Lorenz. PHOTOS: Mountain lion captured in La Crescenta residential area From there, the lion roamed the area and was seen in the 3300 and 3400 blocks of Thelma Street.

Crescenta Valley Park invites every little ghoul to come to a "Scream Fest" sponsored by the park's spooky staffers. There will be a haunted house where kids can weave in and out of the ghostly maze as they see how brave they really are. For those who want a less intense fright, the patio will host more friendly fiendish delights. This would be perfect for little ones that want to be part of the Halloween without the screams. This is the first year the park will be hosting a haunted house.

Crossing the threshold at Casa Cordoba in Montrose is like crossing eight time zones. You land smack dab in southern Spain. A bubbling fountain in a Spanish courtyard lures you in. Strains of classical guitar draw you deeper inside where custom-built tiled tables and Moorish lanterns stand among Picasso, Miro and Dali prints. Another room holds pretty earthenware imported from villages in Andalusia, traceable on a large, beautifully lit map under glass. Owners Jeannie and Chris Bone took their time decorating the cafe, an homage to their beloved vacation spot of Cordoba, and they did a splendid job. The food matches the decor - unique yet well-suited to the Southern California lifestyle.

LA CRESCENTA — Summer heat and charred hillsides have prompted the tell-tale signs of wildlife coming down into urban neighborhoods for respite and food. Bears, bobcats, deer and coyotes have been spotted recently in backyards and on neighborhood streets as much of their habitat recovers from the massive Station fire and subsequent mud flows. Black bears have been spotted roaming the Briggs Terrace neighborhood, said Los Angeles County Sherriff's Lt. Angela Shepard. The bears have been wreaking havoc on gardens, and leaving piles of dung behind.

On June 4 at about 10 p.m. members of the Glendale Police Vice Unit entered Whisperz Bar in the 3600 block of Foothill Boulevard as undercover officers posing as customers. According to Sgt. Tom Lorenz, the officers had walked into the patio area of the bar when Ray Jones, 35, of Sunland allegedly approached one of the undercover officers and asked him if he wanted some marijuana. The undercover officers informed him that they were Glendale police and placed Jones under arrest.

The following incidents were taken from police reports. 1000 block of South Central Avenue: A 55-year-old Los Angeles man was arrested Thursday for allegedly stealing a can of Icehouse beer from Albertsons. San Fernando Road and Cerritos Avenue: a 32-year-old Los Angeles man was arrested Thursday for allegedly driving a car with a broken windshield without a driver's license. 1700 block of East Mountain Avenue: A Tujunga man told police Wednesday someone broke into a Pepsi machine at College View School and stole $20. 3700 block of Fourth Street: A La Crescenta man told police someone stole a patio table, lantern and watering pot from his front porch during the week of May 15 to 22.

Trombone mega-star Bill Watrous will perform with the La Cañada High School jazz band in a concert at 7:30 p.m. tonight Friday, April 27 at Lanterman Auditorium. Watrous, a band leader, studio musician and club performer, will lead students in songs including "Mama Llama Samba," "Never Let Me Go," "Last Great Georgia Extravaganza" and "Village Dance." The LCHS concert band, symphonic band and wind ensemble will also perform. The concert will be a benefit to raise money for the Patio Project, an improvement project at LCHS in which lunch tables, benches and landscaping will be installed outside the new band room.

This beautiful Upper Briggs Terrace home features three bedrooms and two baths. It is located high above the city, yet close to all. It boasts a private master suite, welcoming entry leading to a spacious living room. Ambience is enhanced with a wood-burning fireplace, and an open kitchen is a natural gathering place for friends and family. The home also includes a comfortable family room, and a cozy breakfast area with counter in the kitchen provides a nice alternative for casual dining.

This is a great home in Montrose that features three bedrooms and one plus three-quarter baths. Built in 1918, it is a true historic find that reflects the quaint area that evolved into the Montrose that is known today. This home includes newly refinished hardwood floors, new carpet and fresh paint. The bathroom has recently been redone and a new garage door added. The fenced yard boasts an above ground spa and covered patio with built in barbecue ? great for summer entertaining.