Posts by Stephanie Cartozian
Around & About June 2023 Peninsula
+ RPV MIDDLE SCHOOLER WINS 2023 SCIENTIST AWARD Out of 820 proposals that were contributed for the Genes of Space 2023 Junior Scientist and Constellation Awards, only ten were selected as winners. After much conversation and debate, of the five Junior Scientist Awards and five Constellation Awards given, Mika Nonaka, 13 years old, from RPV…
Read MoreHamptons memories – Jesse Bongiovi bring his ‘Hampton’ rosé to the Peninsula
by Stephanie Cartozian While growing up in the Hamptons, part of the “art de vivre” for Jesse Bongiovi, and his father, the iconic rock star Jon Bon Jovi, was afternoons sipping rosé. After attending Notre Dame University, where he played football, Bongiovi wanted to recreate what he refers to as the “Hampton Life.” That effort…
Read MoreSpotlight on Art – Contrasts: The Painter & The Wood Turner, Fallon and Terasaki
Photos by Stephanie Cartozian On March 26th, Bernard Fallon and Richard Terasaki hosted an opening reception at the Sandro Winkworth Wealth Management office in Malaga Cove Plaza. The two artists were on hand discussing their latest works with guests amongst a very fine exhibition and sale of art. Light appetizers and refreshments were served and…
Read MoreAround and About May 2023 Peninsula
PV High Robotics Team goes deep for the oceans The Palos Verdes High School Underwater Remotely-Operated Vehicle (ROV) robotics team has participated for the past 13 years in the Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) regional competition. It has also participated in the International World Championship eight times, and in six of those competitions finished in…
Read MoreArchitect Cartozian a backgammon Champion, humorous with a dry wit
Longtime Peninsula resident Richard Cartozian passed away peacefully on February 22 after a short illness, one week short of his 90th birthday. Cartozian was the son and grandson of pioneer oriental rug merchants, Dickran O Cartozian and Sons, who established one of the first businesses of its kind in downtown Seattle in the early 1900s.…
Read MoreAround & About: Happenings around the Peninsula April 2023
+Pageant of Our Lord by Deborah Paul Over 300,000 people have enjoyed the Pageant of Our Lord since its first presentation over the Easter holidays in 1986, at Rolling Hills Covenant Church. Each presentation has included at least 14 reenactments of classical religious art, and a 60-voice choir in a recounting of Christ’s life. Over…
Read MorePeninsula Around & About March 2023
+ Niemann rejoins Terranea Real Estate Terry Niemann is rejoining Terranea Real Estate, where she spent eight years helping to sell out Terranea’s developer owned villas and casitas. After Terranea sold out, Niemann joined the real estate team at The Residences at Rolling Hills Country Club, which has now sold out its 114 new homes.…
Read MoreAround & About February 2023 Peninsula
+ Volunteer Auxiliary Donates $182,707 to Torrance Memorial Participating in a check presentation last month to the Torrance Memorial Foundation were (left to right) Laura Schenasi, Keith Hobbs, Mark Lurie, MD, Betty Broughton, Helen Metzler. The funds were raised by the Volunteer Auxiliary, whose members also contributed nearly 100,000 volunteer hours to the Torrance…
Read MoreSpotlight on Community – La Venta Holiday A new family tradition
Meg Walker, along with the entire team at La Venta Inn, hosted a whimsical family holiday event On November 27. It was a wonderfully wintery, crystal-clear afternoon to spend with family at the historic estate. The views were endless and captivating outside, and inside. There were sugar cookie decorating stations with cookies made that morning…
Read MoreThe Hale family’s classic spanish revival house with four dolphins
The Hale family’s Classic Spanish Revival home, with its formidable fireplace and spooky basement was built for storytelling by Stephanie Cartozian photos by Jose Amaral Ann and Clark Hale bought their 1928 Classic Spanish Revival home, designed by architect Allen Kelly Ruoff, in 1960. Ruoff was known for his Mediterranean home designs. He also designed…
Read MoreMorgan’s Jewelers Holiday celebration
Morgan’s Jewelers in Rolling Hills Estates hosted its annual holiday soiree on Dec. 3. Guests enjoyed Lisa’s Bon Appetit hors d’oeuvres and wine, while a harpist performed holiday music. Email Abbe@morgansjewelerspv.com to request being added to their client list. Photos by Stephanie Cartozian
Read MoreAround and About December 2022 Peninsula
+PV Assembly Patronesses honored The Palos Verdes Assembly volunteers recognized their 2022-2023 Patronesses at the Harlyne J. Norris Pavillion on September 11. Our 40 Patronesses serve throughout the duration of their children’s memberships, said Assembly publicity chair Heather ElkinPatroness. Patronesses volunteer their time to help with community events, and the annual Presentation Ball, typically held…
Read MoreSpotlight on community – Lunada Bay Harvest Festival Fair draws big crowd
The Lunada Bay Homeowners Association (LBHOA) hosted its annual Harvest Festival on Oct. 16. The Pumpkin Race had the most entries, and the crowd was the biggest ever in the fair’s history. Attractions included face painting, corn maze races, a petting zoo, and a magic show. Sponsors included Shana Briggs of PAX Financial Services, Stacy…
Read MoreAround & About – Happenings around the Peninsula November 2022
+ Hyatt manages Pavilions Wine Club, tastings Pavilions Supermarket in Rolling Hills Estates has a free wine club and complimentary, in-store tastings of not only wines like Grgich Hills, Frank Family and Daou, but also a well curated selection of French and Italian wines. Many are stored in a large, temperature controlled wine cellar? They…
Read MoreSpotlight on Charity – Fall-ing for Casa. A Special evening in support of new life
Casa De Los Angelitos hosted its annual fall fundraiser on October 8, at the San Pedro Elks Lodge. Casa De Los Angelitos has offered shelter and resources for pregnant mothers and their babies in need for over 30 years. The silent, and live auctions featured library wines, as well as VIP Laker floor tickets at…
Read MoreSpotlight on Art – An Afternoon in the Vineyard Chefs and Cellars
The annual, highly anticipated, outdoor fundraiser by The Associates to Benefit the Palos Verdes Art Center was held at Catalina View Gardens, against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunset, on Sunday, August 28. Food and wine was provided by South Bay eateries, including Made by Meg, and Entertaining Friends; and top shelf wine and spirits,…
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