OCTOBER 2007 - Please find below a list of events sponsored by educational, municipal, non-for-profit and community organizations in Burbank & nearby areas. Please call to confirm these events.  thank you.

10/26/07 Updated

Community Calendar - October

Saturday, Oct. 27, at 9:30am. Village Christian Schools (Burbank-adjacent) will have its Community Open House for Elementary School, Middle School, and High School. Meet principals, faculty, and parents; tour the campus; pick up an informational DVD; stay for the complimentary BBQ lunch. For more information or to reserve a space at the Open House, please call Admissions at (818) 767-8382. For general school information please visit:
http://www.villagechristian.org/

Saturday, October 27, 7 pm. Piano Students of Jongeun Oh.  Brand Library Recital Hall.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/library/brand.shtml

Oct 27. Youth Bringing Global Peace, a club at Burbank High School, is holding their second annual peace conference on October 27, 2007 from 9:00 to 3:00 PM...
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/calendar/2007092601.shtml

Saturday, October 27, 7p.m., and Sunday, October 28, 2p.m. Burroughs On Broadway, A Cabaret Fundraiser, presented by John Burroughs High School Vocal Music Association. What makes Burroughs On Broadway especially exciting is the personal interaction with the performers during the show. Many of the auditorium seats will be removed...replaced with tables...and 'mocktails' and hors d'oeuvres will be served throughout the performance. Burroughs Auditorium, 1920 W. Clark Avenue, Burbank. Cabaret Seating is limited, so reserve now! For tickets call (818) 848-1195.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/calendar/200710162.shtml

Sunday, October 28, 2007 4:00pm Catherine Davis Cox & Philip Neville. Burbank First United Methodist Church, Friends of Music. 700 N. Glenoaks Blvd. Burbank, CA 91502. Call (818) 845-1531 ext. 121 for more information. Tickets $10.00. 
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/details/2007092102.pdf

Sunday October 28th Magnolia Park United Methodist Church presents "Singin' Up His Praise IV". Join with the Chancel Choir of Magnolia Park UMC and Choirs, Soloists, Pianists from throughout the greater Los Angeles Areas as we celebrate the the Saving Grace of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in Song, Dance and Word. Festivities begin at 4:00pm in the Sanctuary located on the corner of Magnolia and Catalina -- 2828 West Magnolia Blvd, Burbank 91505. Child care is provided and a reception will follow the event.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/calendar/2007102801.shtml

On Sunday October 28th, from 11am-3pm, Furry Friends Adoption Day.  Volunteers of the Burbank Animal Shelter is proud to present a selection of dogs, cats, kittens & rabbits looking to find their "forever" homes. There will be gourmet coffee from Priscilla's, goody bags from Pet Emporium and a silent auction to support rescue animals. Presented at Milt & Edie's Drycleaners at the corner of Alameda & Pass in Burbank. Call Alisa at 818.472.2801 for more info or visit...
http://www.basv.org/

Tue. Oct. 30 7:00 PM Young Adult Services Celebrates Teen Read Month Halloween Magic Show with the magi-cool Farrell Dillon.  Buena Vista Branch Library.

4:00 PM to 7:00 PM October 31 Booo-tiful Downtown Burbank - Halloween day. Parents are invited to bring their little ghosts & goblins to Downtown Burbank on Halloween for an early evening of trick-or-treating before all the bigger ghosts come out! Participating Downtown Burbank merchants provide treats.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/library/200710.shtml

Community Calendar - November

Friday, Nov 2 and Sat, Nov 3 at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee on Sunday, Nov 4 at 2:00 p.m. The Idyllwild Arts Academy Theater Department is proud to present The Laramie Project by Moisés Kaufman at the IAF Theater on the campus of the Idyllwild Arts. Details...
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/news/20071011.shtml

Sat Nov 3rd, Snapshot of Glendale Photo Project. The day to take your best picture(s) in Glendale. Submit for consideration from Nov 3rd thru Nov 17th.  Read More...
http://www.ci.glendale.ca.us/photoproject/

Sat and Sun, Nov 3 - 4, 10 am-5 pm Intertribal Arts Marketplace. Southern California's largest Native American art sale open to the public! More than 100 Native artists will display their pottery, jewelry, sculpture, paintings, mixed-media artwork, weavings, beadwork, woodcarvings, and cultural items. Read More...
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/calendar/20071016.shtml

Saturday, November 3 City Manager, Mary Alvord, is honored as Burbank's Woman of the Year. The Zonta Club of Burbank will host a luncheon celebration at The Castaway, 1250 Harvard Rd., 11:30 am. Tickets $50 each. For reservations and information contact Grace Farenbaugh 818 846-1927 or glfaren@aol.com or PO Box 7226, Burbank, CA 91510-7226. Donations for a silent auction to support Zonta Club service projects are also welcome.

DISCOVER YOUR OTHER BACKYARD! Verdugo Hills Community Hike On Saturday, November 3, put on your hiking boots and join the communities of Burbank, Glendale and other cities and organizations surrounding the Verdugo Mountains for a day of exploring the hiking trails and points of interests in the Verdugos. Hikers have a choice of two starting points: The Stough Canyon Nature Center in Burbank or La Tuna Canyon Trailhead and trail runners start at Brand Park in Glendale. There is also the "Hike Lite" which will start from Stough Canyon Nature Center at 9 a.m. For more information please see...
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/nature/press.shtml

Saturday, November 3, 2007. The Zonta Club Annual Woman of the Year Luncheon honoring Burbank City Manager Mary J. Alvord  as "Burbank's Woman of the Year" for 2007. The community is invited to join in the celebration of Mary Alvord's achievements at the Castaway Restaurant in Burbank.  Please read the full announcement...
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/news/20070926.shtml

Saturday, November 3rd, 2007 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Burbank Christian Center Block Party. Food and clothing will be provided to the public and there will be a two hour entertainment program. Mc Cambridge Park in Burbank at Scott & San Fernando. There is no charge to either vendors or the public. That's right, it's FREE!.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/calendar/2007110301.shtml

Monday, November 5th, 2007 Fair from 8-11:30am; Flu Shots from 9:00am -10:30am. Priority numbers for flu shots will be distributed at 8:00 a.m. At the Joslyn Adult Center, 1301 West Olive Avenue, Burbank (818) 238-5353 
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/joslyn/2007-11.shtml

November 5, 2007 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 am FREE Senior Services & Health Information Fair at the Joslyn Adult Center for seniors 55+. The Joslyn Adult Center is located at 1301 West Olive Avenue in Burbank, (818) 238-5353. Come learn more about resources and services available to seniors in our area! Read More >>>
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/calendar/20071023.shtml

Thursday, November 8, at 7 PM. The Burbank Public Library will present ALL THAT JAZZ, a free concert with jazz harpist Carol Robbins. The concert will be held at the Buena Vista Branch Library, 300 N. Buena Vista St. Call 818-238-5620 for information.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/library/200711.shtml

Saturday, November 10th, 232nd Birthday Party for the United States Marine Corps at the Castaway Restaurant: 11:00 am social hour & 12:00 noon lunch. We will hear the Commandants Birthday Message, cut the birthday cake with the ranking NCO's sword and pass the first piece of cake to the oldest Marine and the second to the youngest Marine. All former Marines are invited.  Cost of the event is $30.00 if you send in you're reservation to Don Farquhar at 1147 No Sunset Canyon Dr. Burbank 91504 or $35.00 at the door.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/news/20071021.shtml

Saturday, November 10, 1-2:30 pm Let's Make History! Build Your Own Drum. Griffith Park Music is a huge part of Native American culture. Become a drum maker and delight your loved ones with your very own drum. Free with museum admission.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/autry/200711.shtml

November 10-11, Downtown Burbank Fine Arts Festival. Make it a day of great art, music & food at the San Fernando Valley's biggest arts festival. Meet more than 100 award-winning artists selling original works, demonstrating their craft and discussing the creative process, Saturday and Sunday, November 10 and 11 from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. both days. Admission is free.

This not-to-be-missed event happens outdoors on San Fernando Boulevard between Magnolia and Angeleno in Downtown Burbank. Attendees can purchase or commission unique works of art at affordable prices, enjoy live musical entertainment, watch pottery wheel demonstrations and see chalk artists recreate masterpieces on city streets. 
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/news/20071010.shtml 

Tuesday, November 13 & Thursday, November 15. Family Night @ the Library features The Muses with their energetic concert of traditional and original Celtic music. The group will perform at the Central Library, 110 N. Glenoaks Blvd., on Tuesday, November 13, and at the Buena Vista Branch Library, 300 N. Buena Vista St., on Thursday, November 15, both concerts begin at 7 PM. Call 818-238-5610 for further information.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/library/200711.shtml

Wednesday, November 14, 10am: Updates on Medicare Part D - Learn when to apply for a Part D drug plan; what benefits are covered by a Part D plan; and how your Medicare drug benefits work with Medi- Cal or your retiree drug coverage. Please call (818) 238-5353 to reserve a seat.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/joslyn/2007-11.shtml

Friday, November 16 from 5:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M. HOLIDAY IN THE PARK CELEBRATION AND OPEN HOUSE. Stroll and sample the delights of the Magnolia Park neighborhood.  Live music, entertainment, photos with Santa, refreshments and lots of fun for kids and the entire family. All are invited to wander the boulevard and drop by open houses at dozens of charming shops and eateries, while musicians and choirs serenade the crowds and add a festive touch to this longtime, festive and wonderful Burbank tradition. Magnolia Park is an historic district in the City of Burbank that blends an established residential community of 3,000 homes with more than 500 neighborhood businesses on Magnolia Boulevard between Buena Vista and Pass Avenue, and Hollywood Way between Clark and Chandler. "Holiday in the Park Celebration & Open House" is one of the most popular and eagerly awaited events in Burbank. All activities will be free and open to the everyone.  See photos...
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/album/magnoliapark.shtml

November 16-18. Native Voices at the Autry's 2007 Festival of New Plays. Each year, Native American playwrights workshop their plays in residence at the Autry National Center with professional directors, dramaturges, and actors, culminating in a festival of staged readings in the Wells Fargo Theater. Enjoy readings of four new plays by Native American playwrights...
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/autry/200711.shtml

Saturday, November 17th thru Nov 24th. "A Right to an Education" painting by Burbank artist Christine Sargent a chosen participant in ARTISTS FOR HUMAN RIGHTS' United Nation's Declaration of Human Rights themed art show. Reception Saturday, 6 - 9 pm. James Gray Gallery, Bergamot Station Art Center, 2525 Michigan Ave, Building D4, Santa Monica, CA 90404. Read More >>>
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/calendar/20071022.shtml

Sat Nov 17, 7-9 pm From the Green Corn Festival in the plains to the Saguaro Harvest Celebrations in the Southwest and the many Harvest Moon Festivals throughout the country, Native American food harvests highlight the best of traditional culinary celebrations. Guests at this event will sample native delicacies from throughout the country, while guest panelists discuss harvesting and food preparation techniques, as well as the histories of various Native American festivals.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/autry/200711.shtml

November 17 at 1 PM. Join us for Super Saturday Stories. A special "Little Red Riding Hood" storytime geared to children in grades K-3rd will be presented at the Buena Vista Branch Library on November 17 at 1 PM. Call 818-238-5630 for information.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/library/200711.shtml

Sunday, November 18, 1-2:30 pm Let's Make History! Clapper Sticks.  Clap, clap, clap! Clapper sticks are used by many California tribes. Learn about this interesting musical instrument by creating your own. Free with museum admission.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/autry/200711.shtml

Sunday, November 18, 2-5 p.m. BOOKS AND BLOGGING: FOR FUN AND PROFIT. Four successful writers/bloggers talk about where and why they blog and how it has helped their writing careers. On the panel will be New York Times bestselling author Vicki Lewis Thompson, popular local blogger and soon-to-be- published non-fiction author Lisa Burks, and romance authors HelenKay Dimon and Leigh Court. There will be a book signing following the event. The event will be held at Barnes & Noble, 731 North San Fernando Blvd., Burbank 91502. Store phone number (818) 558-1383. The event is free and open to the public.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/calendar/2007111801.shtml

Tuesdays, beginning November 20, 6-8:30pm: Home Repair and Maintenance - This upcoming Burbank Adult School Class will be held at Joslyn.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/joslyn/2007-11.shtml

Tuesday, November 27, at 7 PM. Are you ready for the "Big One?" The infamous San Andreas Fault will be discussed by David K. Lynch, Ph.D Dr. Lynch will cover such topics as plate tectonics, continental drift the origin of volcanoes, and the geologic future of California. He is the author of the book, "Field Guide to the San Andreas Fault." This talk and slide show will be presented at the Burbank Central Library, 110 N. Glenoaks Blvd. Call 818-238-5600 for further information.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/library/200711.shtml

Thursday, November 29, at 7 PM. Learn about a typical day in the life of a political cartoonist with Patrick O'Connor, award-winning editorial cartoonist for the Los Angeles Daily News. He will discuss the profession and share his drawings with the audience at the Burbank Central Library, 110 N. Glenoaks Blvd.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/library/200711.shtml

Community Calendar - December+

Wednesday, December 12 11:15 to 11:50am MIDDAY MUSIC Crescenta Valley High School Choir Tammi Alderman, director. Burbank First United Methodist Church, Friends of Music. 700 N. Glenoaks Blvd. Burbank, CA 91502. Call (818) 845-1531 ext. 121 for more information. Free will offering at the door. 
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/details/2007092102.pdf

Christmas Eve Monday, December 24, 2007 5:00pm & 11:00pm BFUMC Chancel Choir FANTASIA ON CHRISTMAS CAROLS By Ralph Vaughan Williams. Burbank First United Methodist Church, Friends of Music. 700 N. Glenoaks Blvd. Burbank, CA 91502. Call (818) 845-1531 ext. 121 for more information.  
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/details/2007092102.pdf

Sat Dec 29, 2007 Gates & Barns Open at 11:00 a.m.. EQUESTFEST.  Meet many of the Equestrians you will see New Year's Day riding down Colorado Boulevard in the 2008 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade. Stroll through the stables and talk to the riders. Watch Drill Teams, Calvary Units, Miniature Horses, Charro Riders, Trick Ropers, the Firefighters Association Antique Horse drawn vehicles , Palomino's, Medieval Times, Peruvian Paso Horses, Saddlebreds, Trick Riding, and Wild West RidersOngoing, demonstrations and exhibits 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Los Angeles Equestrian Center, 480 Riverside Drive, Burbank, CA. 91506 (Main & Riverside Drive). $8.00 per person Children 5 and under are free Parking $5.00 per car. Purchase tickets prior to event at (626) 795-4171 or online at http://www.sharpseating.com/ Tickets may also be purchased on the day of event at the L.A. Equestrian Center starting at 10:30 a.m. Gates will open 11:00 a.m. RAIN OR SHINE UNDER THE COVERED EQUIDOME.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/details/20070822.shtml

Global Day of Prayer is coming! Unite with Christians throughout the world as we pray for the Lord to renew our world and ourselves. Ten days of prayer begin on May 1, 2008 & conclude on Pentecost Sunday, May 11, 2008. Please come and join us in worship Sunday mornings at 10:15am. For more information about us, please call the church at 818-842-5103.
http://www.firstpresburbank.org/

Community Calendar - Continuing Events

Every Wednesday night, 7-8 pm, Free live music, singers, songwriters on the patio.  Indoor Cafe Starbucks 1301 N. Victory Place Burbank (818) 847-1451. Read More >>>
http://www.IndoorCafe.org

Remembering the War WORLD WAR II memorabilia and uniforms are on display at the Buena Vista Branch Library. 300 N. Buena Vista Street thru December 2007. The items are from the extensive collection of Mike McDaniel who reports that most of the uniforms originally belonged to Burbank residents. One uniform is from a soldier who served in Burbank with an anti-aircraft unit protecting Lockheed.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/library/200711.shtml

Providence Classes. Providence offers a variety of community programs to promote health and wellness. Educational seminars and classes, health screenings, support groups and a speakers bureau. Please visit...
http://providencelosangeles.netreturns.biz/Events/Default.aspx

2nd Tuesday of each month at 12:30pm at the Joslyn Center. New AARP Driver Safety Program - AARP is now conducting a 4-hour refresher class. Persons who attend this class must have taken the initial 8- hour class (which is no longer available at Joslyn). They should also contact their insurance company to see if they will accept the 4-hour certificate. The full 8-hour class is still available at the Burbank Adult School and the Auto Club. The class fee is $10. To place your name on the next available class, call (818) 238-5353, M-F, 9am- 11am or 12n-2pm.

Thru January 27, 2008. Exhibit: Picturing the People.  Find stories of resistance, resilience, and survival in a compelling exhibition of photographs of and by Indigenous peoples. Picturing the People is a ground-breaking exhibition drawing on images from the Braun Research Library's collection and an international group of Indigenous photographers. This exhibition includes over 135 photographs and objects. Free with museum admission. Details:
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/autry/2007-09.shtml

Gene Autry Double Features: Saturdays Nov 10, Dec 8, Dec 22, Jan 5, Jan 12. Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, LA. 323-667-2000. Free with museum admission.

The Artist Co-op 7 Exhibit, "Colorfall," a group exhibit of 7 artists, will be held at the City of Burbank Creative Arts Center Gallery from November 2 - 16, 2007. The group's objective is to continually strive to create and maintain an environment in which each individual can experience and develop their own unique creativity. The exhibition has something to delight, intrigue and touch the hearts and minds of the viewer. "Colorfall" works on canvas and paper express a diversity of styles - from realism to the whimsical and abstract.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/calendar/20071010.shtml

Continuing thru January 13, 2008. Gene Autry and the Twentieth-Century West: The Centennial Exhibition, 1907-2007. The Autry National Center showcases the life and times of this iconic figure.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/autry/index.shtml

Community News Briefs

Submit News of interest to members of the greater Burbank area community or any segment of this community.  Email your news item to mailto:Jim@Burbank.com?subject=BURBANK WIRE NEWS & begin the subject with BURBANK WIRE NEWS in ALL CAPS.

MARY ALVORD SELECTED AS BURBANK'S 2007 WOMAN OF THE YEAR
The Zonta Club of Burbank Area is proud to announce that Burbank City Manager Mary J. Alvord has been selected as "Burbank's Woman of the Year" for 2007. Ms. Alvord will be honored at Zonta's annual Woman of the Year Luncheon on November 3, 2007 at the Castaway Restaurant in Burbank the community is invited to join in the celebration of Mary Alvord's achievements.  Please read the full announcement...
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/news/20070926.shtml

DOWNTOWN BURBANK ARTS FESTIVAL UNITES ESTABLISHED ARTISTS WITH EMERGING TALENT FROM BURBANK UNIFIED SCHOOLS  Downtown Burbank Partnership and Burbank Arts Education Foundation are partnering for the Downtown Burbank ARTS Festival scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, November 10 and 11 from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on San Fernando Boulevard between Magnolia and Angeleno in Downtown Burbank. This outdoor fine art market attracts more than 30,000 people over two days. With more than 100 professional artists, it is one of the largest art festivals in the San Fernando Valley.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/news/20071010.shtml

On Saturday, November 10th, the 232nd Birthday Party for the United States Marine Corps will be celebrated at the Castaway Restaurant. Social hour will begin at 11:00 am & lunch at noon.
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/news/20071021.shtml

The Pleasure of Your Company Is Requested at a special tea in celebration of the 175th birthday of Louisa May Alcott. Valerie E. Weich presenting a living history performance, The Late Louisa May, which focuses on Miss Alcott's life, friends, and family before and during the Civil War. For free reservations, call the Programs & Publicity Office at 818-238-5562 between November 1 and 30. Leave a message with your name, phone, and number in your party. Read More>>>
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/news/20071026.shtml

Nature Center Press Releases

Saturday November 3rd. DISCOVER YOUR OTHER BACKYARD! Put on your hiking boots and join the communities of Burbank, Glendale and other cities and organizations surrounding the Verdugo Mountains for a day of exploring the hiking trails and points of interests in the Verdugos. The fee if you registered by October 19th is $5.00; after October 19th the fee is $10.00 per person. The fee includes breakfast or lunch at the top and a souvenir. Read More >>>
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/nature/press.shtml


VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Best Buddies. Male Volunteers Needed to be a Friend in Burbank! Best Buddies is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.

Tutor a Homeless Child with School on Wheels. Dedicate one hour of your week to help a homeless child in your area.

Information on these and more volunteer opportunities available at...
http://www.burbank.com/bwire/volunteer/index.shtml

Courtesy Burbank Wire

If  you need assistance in Burbank Real Estate, please call Lupe Soto (818)968-3718 or toll free (888)908-6888, please visit my website BurbankinAction.com or My Burbank Real Estate Blog.

and remember......"Think of giving not as a duty but as a privilege" by John D. Rockefeller, Jr,
think about this and have a nice October 2007. Lupe Soto, Burbank Relocation Expert