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Burbank Christmas Nativity Festival: Featuring Nativities from the Private Collection of Bob and Dolores Hope

Burbank Christmas Nativity Festival: Featuring Nativities from the Private Collection of Bob and Dolores Hope

The Burbank Christmas Nativity Festival is a great way to kick off the Christmas season. Catch the Christmas spirit as you marvel at hundreds of nativities from around the world, including 15 nativities from the private collection of Bob and Dolores Hope. Step back in time and visit Bethlehem on its holiest night as you […]


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  • Toluca Lake Players Begin Second Season with Crazy Love
  • I took some time off on the weekend, “theatrically speaking…”
  • Crash
  • Chris Davis leads the major leagues in home runs, and he also topped all players in fan votes in All-Star Game balloting
  • Blue’s Working
  • 07-10-13
  • Beauty Industry Trends at PHAMExpo
  • Saddle Up LA, an AIDS Benefit Horseback Trail Ride and Country BBQ
  • Cranky Part II
  • A Kind and Brave Act of One’s Own
  • One-on-One Update:
  • Divine Ladies and Sisterhood
  • 07-03-13
  • ESTATE JEWELRY-
  • HAPPY HALF YEAR
  • World War Z
  • Rapid-Fire Comedy: Summer Shorts
  • “The Stars of BeatleMania!” Performing As If the Beatles Were All Together Now to Delight Their Fans
  • I enjoyed two productions on the weekend …
  • Kia Goes Upscale with Cadenza
  • Puig
  • Blue Buzz
  • 07-03-13
  • California State University Northridge: In Recognition of Your Academic Achievements
  • Fred Roggin Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award at L.A. Press Club’s 55th Annual SoCal Journalist Awards
  • Cranky Day
  • Take Three Laps for Kids’ Good Dental Health with NASCAR Star Greg Biffle
  • Disney World Is Truly MORE Than a Magical Place (As Is Universal Studios, Too!)
  • Take Steps to Protect Your Home and Family During Severe Summer Weather
  • How to Keep Your Scents Light and Sensible This Summer
  • Stay Safe On the Road This Summer
  • How to Be a Standout
  • 06-26-13
  • Rose and Sage
  • Downton Abbey Celebrates Another Season
  • Life’s a party for the Hot in Cleveland ladies
  • Meet Burt Ward (Robin from Batman) and See the Batmobile
  • Esther Williams
  • The Whitey O’Kane Band
  • Still Struttin’ Review
  • 2013 Starlight Bowl Summer Concert Series
  • ModRock – A World Premiere Musical
  • An Arctic Tale Review
  • Resurrection of the Ants — It’s Got High Hopes
  • A Play with Purpose: Marguerite Fair’s Goddess Intervention
  • God of Carnage
  • The Purge
  • Four Cylinder Engines Go Mainstream
  • The Toronto Blue Jays were a favorite to win the American League East before the season started
  • Rings
  • Peering Forward
  • 06-26-13
  • Gullibility – It’s Not Just for the Young Anymore
  • “Psychic Guide’s” Angelica Can Answer Questions Before They’re Asked
  • Andrea Bocelli at “Celebration of All Fathers” Simin Hope Gala
  • Busy Pet Owners Trust ‘Groom For Less’ Mobile Pet Groomer
  • Moses Heals When Conventional Medicine Doesn’t
  • “Fun in the Sun,” 4th of July, Studio City’s Fireworks Festival the Best Deal in Town
  • Are You Raining on Your Own Parade?
  • Liberace Remembered: The Greatest
  • The Under-Utilization of City Employees
  • Pitfalls of Raising a Trophy Kid
  • Life is Crazy
  • Celebrity Passings: A Midyear Report
  • From your closet to the catwalk: DIY ideas to make your wardrobe runway-worthy
  • Dad, you deserve a break (Easy DIY projects that spruce up a home in no time)
  • 06-19-13
  • Great Things in Store for Wesley Graduates
  • PUR’ IN PARIS
  • 2013 Daytime Creative Arts Emmys
  • The Walt Disney Studios Release Schedule Updates
  • Tasty L.A. Food Fest Features Celebrity Chefs And Street Vendors
  • ModRock, a musical explosion of youth filled with Brit-hits from the ‘60s at NoHo’s El Portal Theatre
  • Gary Bric’s Ramp
  • Happy Belated Father’s Day to all of you proud papas!
  • Tell Me My Secrets
  • Father Knows Best? Yasmina Reza’s God of Carnage
  • Waiting for Callas to Sing Examines Life
  • Now You See Me
  • The Essence of Religions
  • Fuel Efficiency for Audi’s Flagship Sedan
  • Two teams that were seemingly going nowhere last month are beginning to make waves
  • Manu
  • Battle Is Uphill
  • 06-19-13
  • A Double Dose of Marilyn!
  • Summer Martial Arts Programs in Full Swing
  • Luca’s
  • Transparent as Mud
  • Response to Crosby’s Corner “Shocked! Shocked!”
  • Physical Activity and School Performance Linked
  • Delizioso! The PizzaRev-olution Grows from Studio City Roots
  • One-of-a-Kind Ideas for an Unforgettable Wedding
  • Betty White at the Zoo & Hollywood Icon News
  • DIY Gifts for Guys
  • THE ENGAGEMENT RING – Do’s and Don’ts:
  • Why I Love Weddings, Part II
  • NBC4 Invites Local Nonprofits to Compete for Second Annual Grant Challenge
  • Renaissance Festival Is This Weekend!
  • From Golf to Fishing: America’s Ultimate Destinations for Active Travel
  • My Father Is the Solid Rock That Nurtures My Soul
  • Start Your Engines! 4th Annual Old Town Newhall Car Show is Sunday, June 23
  • Finally! A TV Remote Designed for Dad
  • When Investment Losses Occur Call on Jonathan W. Evans
  • FATHER’S DAY TRIVIA: Celebrity Dads Who Have Multiple Kids with Multiple Women … and Not Necessarily Wives!
  • Happy Father’s Day
  • Tips for Fathers to Look and Feel Their Best All Summer Long
  • Purposeful Leadership Opportunities Abound at Marymount High School
  • 06-12-13
  • The House of Yes
  • Lancers Restaurant
  • Goddess Intervention – A One-Day Fundraiser Play Written & Directed by Marguerite Fair
  • Sleight of Hand: How to Convincingly Fake Honesty with David and Leeman
  • Two Rooms Review
  • Early One Evening at the Rainbow Bar & Grill Satirizes Oblivion
  • High School Musical Talent on Stage at The Jerry Herman Awards
  • I only have one play to review for you this week
  • Wild A Midsummer Saturday Night’s Fever Dream from the Troubadour Theater Company, at The Falcon Theatre
  • Father’s Day for the Car Lovin’ Dad
  • The annual major league draft includes players who will be future stars, but it also includes connections to stars of the past and present.
  • Whew!
  • Puig Makes Debut
  • 06-12-13
  • Trends in Beauty: Blue Medi Spa’s Innovative Pearl Laser
  • NoHo Senior Arts Colony Apartments Now Open in North Hollywood
  • News on the March….
  • Saturday, June 15, at 6 p.m. at the prestigious Lakeside Golf Club
  • Celebrate Father’s Day at Montage
  • Spiritual Self-Worth, Well-Being, and Freedom
  • Tujunga Kidnapping Frightens Parents
  • JUDY CHAIKIN AND “THE GIRLS IN THE BAND”
  • Valley Acupuncture: Burbank’s Best Acupuncturist Can Help You with Stress
  • Success and Failure in the Villaraigosa Administration
  • Why I Love Weddings
  • Garden Lovers Alert: Fern and Exotic Plant Show This Weekend at The Arboretum!
  • Feel the Burn with “No Judgments” at Crunch
  • Picnic des Chefs; Taste of the Club Culinaire
  • The Annual “Celebrity Cup” Polo Match for Charity in the Style of The Great Gatsby
  • News from Burbank-based KCET
  • America’s Got Talent is back on NBC
  • 06-05-13
  • Rona Newton-John Dies at 70
  • I only caught one play for “review” on the weekend. An ambitiously staged enactment of a highly revered and much loved movie …
  • Lillias White Swings “A Woman on Love”
  • Sexy Widows Is Vivacious
  • Shedding Light on the Hollywood Blacklist Reveals Dark Times
  • Fast & Furious 6
  • It has been proven that you don’t need a great offense to win in baseball
  • Big Papi
  • Times Are Tough
  • 06-05-13
  • Weaving the Past: Walter Dominguez and Shelley Morrison
  • Shocked! Shocked!
  • Theater Reviewers Needed
  • Awards Celebrate Longevity, Music, and the Mind
  • The PPB celebrates Michael Feinstein and his love of music
  • PAWSAPALOOZA Dog Walk-a-Thon and Festival at Woodley Park in Van Nuys this Sunday; Admission is Free!
  • Five Summer Camp Safety Tips for Children
  • LA West Landscape
  • LILY TOMLIN & THE HILTON SAN DIEGO BAYFRONT SUN, SKYE, AND SATISFACTION
  • 05-29-13
  • Letter to the New Mayor of Los Angeles
  • Scholl Canyon Estates Recognizes Vets With Special Memorial Day Ceremony
  • Neile Adams – One Hell of a Ride
  • Montrose Arts & Crafts Festival Is This Weekend!
  • Eighth Annual Lummis Day Festival, Sunday, June 2, Presents the Best of Northeast L.A. Arts at Heritage Square Museum and Lummis Home
  • Valley Cultural Center’s Summer Concert Series Begins This Sunday
  • Priscilla Queen of the Desert Strutting in Hollywood
  • After catching a play on Friday night …
  • Fourth Nuthouse in September Speaks One Man’s Truth
  • Erased
  • The Lincoln MKX Late to its Own Party
  • Miguel Cabrera is backing up baseball’s first Triple Crown season in 45 years with another great season
  • Yadi
  • Blue’s Rugged Week
  • 05-29-13
  • Book Reviewers Needed
  • Unbelievable but True Stories
  • Cliffside Malibu: Local Luxury Addiction Treatment
  • “Pop Rockz” Sizzles! Hot New Multi-Media Show Salutes Iconic Music Superstars
  • Bridging Generations to Promote Lifelong Readers
  • American Legion Post 150 – Burbank to Host Monday, May 27, Memorial Day Celebration at Valhalla Pierce Brothers
  • Scouts Host the Opening of Memorial Day Weekend with Flag Laying at Valhalla Pierce Brothers in Burbank-North Hollywood
  • This Month’s Best Kept Secret, Spago
  • Busy Pet Owners Trust ‘Groom For Less’ Mobile Pet Groomer
  • Self-Defense: Everyday Weapons for Women
  • Raising Employee Productivity
  • Behind the Candelabra stars Michael Douglas as Liberace
  • 05-22-13
  • Turning Dreams into Dream Homes for More Than 30 Years
  • Veterans Memorial Wall to Be Unveiled at Scholl Canyon Estates in Glendale May 27
  • Annette Bening Honors the Great Ruth Draper
  • The Little Mermaid Broadway-Style Runs May 23-26
  • Hollywood Piano’s Memorial Day Sale
  • Mahmoud Travels Emotional Path
  • The Thin Line Between Love and Hate: Long Way Go Down
  • I have two plays to tell you about this week. As different as they could possibly be … both are worthy of your time.
  • Sexy Widows
  • The Great Gatsby
  • The Big British Luxury SUV Sheds Weight
  • Things weren’t looking too good for the Cleveland Indians when they were drubbed 9-0 in the first game of a day-night doubleheader at Kansas City on April 28
  • Big Red
  • Dodgers Are Limp
  • 05-22-13
  • Oprah Winfrey Network Star Jake Simpson to Perform at The Americana at Brand
  • The Miracle Worker “Works Wonders” at Actors Co-op
  • Kill Me Slays Demons
  • Just a Regular Kid, Stuck in Neutral
  • Experience The Beatles with Rain at the Pantages
  • Happy belated Mother’s Day to all of the loving “moms” out there!
  • Long Way Go Down: An Interview with Director Don K. Williams
  • At Any Price
  • If the Animals Could Talk Back to Us: The Beast of Times at the Renberg Theatre
  • A Graduation Letter to Mary, Clare, and Kristin
  • Evil
  • What Do You Expect?
  • Comedy Giant Mel Brooks Is an “American Master” on PBS
  • Women of Achievement Celebrated
  • The Flying Goddess Inspired!
  • LONDON’S CHARMING CHESTERFIELD HOTEL
  • What Is “Passive” Bullying?
  • The Great Gatsby – Not Great!
  • Boomers Turning 65 Face Complex Healthcare Choices
  • 05-15-13
  • Diesel Power for Mercedes’ Smallest SUV
  • Yu Darvish and Matt Harvey started playing in the major leagues last year, but they have quickly moved into the role of an ace pitcher
  • B-Harp
  • Blue Finds Relief
  • 05-15-13
  • A Mother’s Day Tradition
  • Gracious Independent Senior Living: Scholl Canyon Estates Is It!
  • Old Glory: Flag Recognition Is Urged to Show Your Pride
  • Too Heavy to Go Light
  • How to Deal with Difficult People, Part II
  • Pelican Inn & Suites
  • KUMON: An Accelerated Learning Program to Help Your Child Soar Academically
  • CTC International and the L.I.F.E. Line
  • TRACY WALLACE AND THE SHELTER PARTNERSHIP
  • Don’t Talk to Strangers: The Wrong Message
  • Ending Addiction for Good
  • 24th Annual L.A. Gran Limpieza: The Great Los Angeles River Cleanup
  • How to Turn Your Backyard into the Best Vacation Destination
  • Six Rules to Help Keep Your Teen Driver Safe
  • Mother’s Day Books about Moms & Daughters, Love & Heartache
  • Estate Jewelry
  • 05-08-013
  • One-on-One with Jackie Lacey By Tony Medley
  • Burbank Spa & Garden
  • Electro-Acupuncture Treats Stroke Paralysis Effectively
  • Unused Capacity at City Hall
  • Ultra-Creative LA Fear & Fantasy Film Festival
  • Lancers Restaurant
  • Tales from a Survivor: An Interview with Author Paul Kraus
  • Beethoven Ninth to Be Performed by New West Symphony This Weekend
  • Jane of All Trades — An Interview with Jane Press
  • PL.A.Y NOIR Toys with Mystery
  • I have only one theatrical review, and a bit of random “chit chat” for you this week
  • Come Blow Your Horn Trumpets Family
  • Timon of Athens
  • Brecht on Brecht
  • Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf’s
  • Acura Gets a True Flagship Sedan
  • R.A. Dickey, the NL Cy Young winner last season, may have said it best after the Toronto Blue Jays’ loss on Saturday
  • Pop!
  • Dodgers Grounded
  • 05-08-13
  • Susan Lomino’s Journey of Courage
  • Americanized – 21st Century Style
  • How to Deal With Difficult People, Part I
  • Southern California’s Largest Family-Oriented Equestrian Event May 1-5 at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center
  • The Goodwin’s Foster Care & Adoption Story
  • Eat, Drink, and Be Merry at 12th Annual Armenian Festival in Glendale This Weekend!
  • Cinderella & the Carpetbagger
  • American Idol Season 12, Let’s Just Make It a Four-Way Tie Now!
  • 05-01-13
  • SUNDAY SPRING LUNCH IN PARIS
  • Gracious Independent Senior Living: Scholl Canyon Estates Is It!
  • Close Range International, Inc. and Close Range Safety Training Academy Ask: Why Aren’t We Taking Responsibility for Being Prepared?
  • Questions About HRM in a Greuel Administration
  • Family Fun at Burbank Martial Arts School
  • Remember Mom with a Beautiful Gift from Luigi’s Pottery & Fountains
  • Janie Steele & Pacific Electric Band at Viva Fresh Cantina
  • Pasadena Christian School Announces Summer Program
  • Sale of Items from the Home of Bob and Dolores Hope to Benefit St. Charles Borromeo Holy Family Service Center
  • Mother’s Day Idea: Treat Mom to a Scrumptious Cake from “Natas Pastries and Café”
  • Jetset Getset to Perform at Young Artist Awards in Studio City
  • The Bistro Garden
  • Producer Mark Burnett Has a Big “Voice” on TV
  • I didn’t accept any plays to review for you on the weekend
  • Oblivion
  • Lancers Restaurant
  • Saludos!
  • More Performance for the Juke
  • Bryce Harper began his major league career on April 28 last year with huge expectation
  • Paws
  • Blue’s on Mend
  • 05-01-13
  • GBK’s MTV Movie Awards Lounge
  • Comedian Charles Fleischer Celebrates the 25th Anniversary of Who Framed Roger Rabbit and a Comedy Tour Starting May 23 at Flappers in Burbank
  • Terrorism in Boston
  • Topanga Vintage Market Celebrates 1st Birthday, Already Feels Ancient
  • The Power of “Thank You”
  • Get a Jolt of High Voltage Fitness with Rosa
  • Why Eric Garcetti Should Be Elected Mayor of Los Angeles
  • WONDER WOMEN
  • 04-24-13
  • Sue Wong’s Fall 2013 Great Gatsby Collection Unveiling & Birthday Celebration
  • PDS Honors Legendary Star Ben Vereen
  • Celebrities with a Heart and a Cause Flock to GBK Event
  • Dick Wolf Lighting the Fire Under NBC’s Drama Chicago Fire
  • Two worthy theatrical events to talk about this week. One, I saw on the weekend, and the other is an upcoming theatrical fundraiser….
  • Bullshot Crummond
  • 42
  • Robin Hood and Witchcraft
  • Anzac to Understanding
  • Intrigue, Wealth, and Power at the Heart of Stephen Maitland-Lewis’ Ambition
  • The Hottest Station Wagon
  • Allowing 11 hits in six innings was not the way Adam Wainwright wanted to start the season for the St. Louis Cardinals on April 1 in a 6-2 loss at Arizona
  • Finally
  • Blue Listless
  • 04-24-13
  • Today in Boston….
  • NBC4 Southern California Launches New Sports Commentary Program, Going Roggin
  • Ammo Shortage
  • Valley View Elementary Spring Fling: Family Fun for a Good Cause – Sunday, April 21
  • St. Charles Festival “Friendship Sunday Kick-Off” Celebrating 29 Years of Fun
  • Fiat’s Electric Car Solves Downsides
  • OMG! Boss Riordan May Be Coming Back to City Hall!
  • Susan Lomino’s Journey of Courage
  • 04-17-13
  • This week’s column will be a series of “Random Ramblings.” I got my dreaded tax checks sent out to the I.R.S. … Hope you did too
  • Hollywood in the Spotlight at the Charlie Awards
  • Admission
  • Intense
  • Blue’s Bats Silent
  • 04-17-13
  • How Much Do You Know About Toluca Lake?
  • Paperless
  • Perception Checking
  • Seven Failures That Cripple Mayor Villaraigosa’s Job Performance
  • Making the World a Better Place Spirit to Spirit
  • What Parents Need to Know About Concussions
  • Izzy Chait Quartet: Jazz, Pop Standards Showcased in Sherman Oaks this Monday
  • THE EGERTON HOUSE
  • A Baby Step in EV Ownership
  • 04-10-13
  • Models & Doctors on the “New York” Runway for PSJMC’s Guild
  • Selene and the Shah
  • Trish Ostroski to Enter Peace Corps
  • Anaheim WONDERCON Was Comic Wonderful!
  • The Owl and the Pussycat Stages at the T.U. in North Hollywood
  • Two Pint Wonder: One Man’s Story
  • It Was a Dark & Stormy Night
  • I went to Glendale Centre Theatre on the weekend for the first time in ages
  • Billy & Ray Frames Noir
  • The Company You Keep
  • The New York Yankees might have a down year in terms of wins this season, but they still have the largest payroll in Major League Baseball
  • Lob City
  • Kershaw Is Hot
  • 04-10-13
  • Glendale State of the City 2013: Bloomingdale’s, New Nordstrom Coming to Downtown
  • All Roads Do Not Lead to Toluca Lake; Local Road Closure Alert!
  • Street People
  • Mature Confidence
  • Mrs. Miles Davis: Part II
  • 30 Schools Named as Finalists for “NBC’s Smash: Make a Musical” Constructed by Lowe’s
  • It Ain’t All Confetti
  • KCET Offers Something Special, from TV Shows, Burbank Studio and its Great Cinema Series