Monthly Archives: November 2023

MB Weekly Bonus Edition 11/12/2023

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Tiffany Barbara, Senior Vice President at Bank of America El Segundo, at Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce’s The Best Of Manhattan Award 2023 ceremony.

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Manhattan Beach former Mayor Bob Holmes having lunch at Fishing with Dynamite.

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A busy kitchen at Joey’s Restaurant in Manhattan Village.

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Prominent Manhattan Beach realtor Misty Frasier.

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Manager Jamie Rousak at BOA Steakhouse with film producer Mike Flint.

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Cookies – Ice cream sandwiches at The Creamery in downtown Manhattan Beach.

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Grace Adams, executive director of Roundhouse Aquarium.

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1) Happy team member from Mercado. 2) A happy team member from Urban Plates in Manhattan Village. 3) Silvia Zambon, veteran dog walker in the Southbay.

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Addison, hostess at Slay Steak + Fish in Manhattan Beach.

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1) Portofino Hotel General Manager Drew Berry. 2) Chef Hung Quan at BALEENkitchen at Portofino Hotel.

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Former Manhattan Beach mayor Russ Lesser at lunch at Nicks.

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Happy team members at Urban Plates in Manhattan Village.

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Nationally syndicated talk show host Pat Pattison having dinner at Mercado in Manhattan Village.

MB WEEKLY – READER RESPONSE:

SAFETY • CITY • CRIME

** As a busy Manhattan Beach resident, I try my best to listen to the statements from the Mayor and the Police Chief regarding the safety of our community. As a psychology major in college, I can’t help but say I often feel they’re trying to “gaslight” the community on the seriousness of the crime problem in our city and the South Bay generally. Their smiley, “everything is great, never been better” approach makes me think they’re describing something that residents don’t see as they follow incident after incident. —- Clay Tobias, Manhattan Beach

** A 35-year-old motorcycle officer, Chad Swanson, died on the 405 Freeway, driving his department motorcycle to work. He leaves behind a loving wife and three young children, ages 4, 2, and 10 months, and parents. The community has honored the legacy and bravery of Officer Chad Swanson by leaving flowers and heartfelt messages at a memorial in the police station lobby and vigil and pier walk. I was honored to see the community come together to mourn the loss of Chad and show support for his family. I had the chance to meet Chad when I enrolled in the community police academy and was immediately struck by his professionalism and dedication to our community and public safety. He loved riding his motorcycle. Most importantly, he loved his wife and three children. I encourage the community to donate to the Peace Officers Research Association Fund to help support his family during this difficult time. https://porac.org/fundraiser/swanson-family —- Lee Phillips, Manhattan Beach

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MB WEEKLY – READER RESPONSE:

ISRAEL HAMAS WAR

** I am totally disgusted with the reaction against Israel by some people, mainly young people. The final straw was when I heard that after a man and woman were taken hostage in Gaza, the HAMAS people took her phone, videoed them killing her, and then forwarded the video to her mother. That is about the most evil thing I have ever heard of. —- Russ Lesser, Former Mayor of Manhattan Beach

** Are you startled or astonished by the recent events on college campuses, particularly the prestigious ones? The progressive movement perceives Israel as a fascist country. Has always been. There has never been a change from it. Israel has persecuted the Palestinians and all other minorities in the Holy Land for the past 20 years. That’s the view held by progressives. That’s what “indoctrinated” college students are “spouting” when they go to demonstrations or hold signs asserting that Israel has no right to retaliate against the Hamas onslaught on October 7 that resulted in 1,400 Israeli deaths, including children and the kidnapping of over 200 hostages. Be careful where you send your kids to college. Very careful! —- Clay Tobias, Manhattan Beach

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Funny feline in Manhattan Beach … Feel free to send your photos to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net

MB WEEKLY – READER RESPONSE:

CALIFORNIA HOUSE PAYMENTS JUMP 127% IN PANDEMIC ERA WITH RATES AT 23-YEAR HIGH – HOME SALES RUN 41% BELOW AVERAGE – WHAT DOES THIS MEAN TO MANHATTAN BEACH HOMEOWNERS AND PEOPLE TRYING TO BUY A HOME IN MANHATTAN BEACH…?

** There is a very low inventory in the Beach Cities. If you want to sell in the area and stay here you are in a very difficult position. If you bought or refinanced in the last few years your interest rate loan is probably in the 2.5% range. So unless you are an all cash buyer, your new loan could be 7% or higher. Conversely, if you want to sell and move to a more tax friendly state like Arizona, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming or any mid-America or Southern state, you hit a home run. Your appreciation on your Beach Cities home probably appreciated more than enough to give you the cash to buy in these other states. So the question is, if your business allows you to move and you don’t miss our beautiful weather, what do you do?? That is what, I believe, is causing the lowest inventory we have seen in quite some time. My 2 sons, Gio, Vince & I would be more than happy to give a free detailed Market Analysis to help you make an Educated decision. —- John Altamura, Realtor

** This is huge for buyers trying to buy a home. Real Estate market has been sluggish I believe in part because of raising interest rates. —- Nina Michaels, Realtor Broker Vista Sotheby’s

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1. ** Lazy marketers have skinny kids. —- www.BoundlessMediaUSA.com

2. ** I wish Suzanne Hadley would run for City Council again! —- Ali C., Manhattan Beach

3. ** Some people want to control every aspect of your life, from plastic straws to the thermostat in your home. America was founded to combat this dark side of human nature that seeks power over others, including what you can say, do, and even think. But liberty is a value, not an instinct. We may lose it if we don’t continue to uphold our American ideal of freedom. —- Dr. Jon P., Manhattan Beach

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5. ** Remember your first scary movie? —- Thomas H., Manhattan Beach

6. ** This Thanksgiving, spend time with your family, not in the kitchen. —- www.UrbanPlates.com

7. ** Stop the insanity. Vote for George Barks for Assembly. —- George C., Manhattan Beach

8. ** I just heard about more B.S. from the Manhattan Beach United Teachers Union going on in town. —- Darlene M., Manhattan Beach

9. ** Torrance has become the latest in a growing list of cities to join a lawsuit against a new Los Angeles County insane protocol that allows certain non-violent offenders to be cited and released instead of being held on bail. Amen! —- Roland P., Manhattan Beach

10. ** Candy prices were so f—king high this year! —- Lawrence K., Manhattan Beach

11. ** I was brought up to be very anti-Halloween. It is a prejudice that stays with me still. —- Douglas M., Manhattan Beach

12. ** In America today, right and wrong is no longer collective, it is now individualistic. The progressive left does not generally believe in punishment for hurting others. In some places, that concept has been obliterated. Violent criminals are released time after time. Drug addicts are given tax money to buy more drugs. Personal betrayal is an industry. The justice system has collapsed as perjury goes unpunished in courts of law. There is little right-wrong accountability. Instead, excuses for harmful behavior are legion. Almost everything is socially acceptable. —- Jose G., El Segundo

13. ** Is it rude to others to be constantly wearing AirPods? If you have to ask the question, you are too dumb to hear the correct answer. —- Lois C., Manhattan Beach

14. ** “What we become familiar with, we cease to see.” —- www.BrokenWindowsBook.com

15. ** The straw that broke my proverbial “progressive” back occurred last Thursday when I heard students at a high school chanting, “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free.” They marched in the hallways of a public school, ringing the jihadist rallying call that implicitly calls for the erasure of the State of Israel. And all those who live within it. —- Sarah G., Manhattan Beach

16. ** My nephew is getting married soon, and he and his father are having issues with the guest list. My brother-in-law has a few immediate family members who don’t know their limit when it comes to alcohol, and my nephew is worried that if they’re invited, they’ll abuse the open bar and embarrass the family. —- Autumn M., Manhattan Beach

17. ** Unacceptable! Shame on the Manhattan Beach school district! Antisemitism cannot be tolerated, especially in our schools. —- Lauren G., Manhattan Beach

18. ** I love BOA in Manhattan Village for lunch! —- Andrew D., Manhattan Beach

19. ** Forgive me, my dear, but I have unsentimental but deep sympathy with the rollercoastering emotions of teenagers and children. —- Tara G., Manhattan Beach

20. ** Having a nose ring will identify anyone as a restaurant hostess. —- Howard A., Manhattan Beach

21. ** I can’t stand Starbucks. —- Sophia A., Manhattan Beach

22. ** The terrifying trend of antisemitism, anti-colonialism, and anti-West hatred and lies is growing. Nowhere is this more prevalent or more pervasive than on social media and in our nation’s schools and college campuses. —- Elijah C., Manhattan Beah

23. ** Our cemeteries are full of people who prayed to live. —- Ali P., Manhattan Beach

24. ** Well done, Rabbi Kalev. Let’s publicize this incident and see if particular people of responsibility will do the right thing. This is not a political stunt; it is a crime. Requesting the offended students to sign a “gag” order is dumber than dirt. Whose idea was that … Joe Biden’s? Why is it so difficult to determine right from wrong? This one was a slam dunk, and the school heavyweights blew it. Anyone who believes this was a political stunt should not be in a decision-making position. —- Tom A., Manhattan Beach

25. ** Please note that Guy does not own Love & Salt. Sylvie is the owner. Best Regards, —- Jennifer H., Manhattan Beach

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MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Fred Taylor (Manhattan Beach)

I’m writing to support our Jewish community in MB and our school District. This is also personal for me. This past August, I observed the 40th anniversary of receiving the forgiveness of sins and the promise of eternal life Christ offers. You see, my Savior is Jewish. Four of our precious Jewish middle schoolers were verbally accosted by an 11-year-old Middle Eastern female student, attending on a permit, from a family who lives out of the District. While our District denies the reported verbiage, here’s what we know. What was said has energized the Southbay Jewish community. Hundreds of emails have poured into the District office. Rabbis Yossi and Kalev have rallied to the defense of those accosted students. The verbal assault went viral online and now nationally has painted MB as a toxic and anti-Semitic city. Rabbi Kalev has spoken to the media, testifying that the kids fear wearing their Star of David to class. Yet, we’re asked to believe that the speech was political?? That’s hardly believable, considering the collateral damage. And more astonishingly, the ‘consequences’ to the perpetrator and the victims were virtually identical. All students were asked to sign a “no-contact agreement” with a gag order requiring no discussion with any students. In other words, hush it up. No suspension, no expulsion. At least, it requires the perpetrator to learn about the 1948 birth of Israel and a brief history of the Jewish nation. Add to that a full understanding of the unprovoked slaughter of 1400, Jewish citizens on October 7th. Finally, cancel her District permit. Dr. Bowes’ determination that the episode was merely political defies logic, and it is totally unacceptable. It’s not even a slap on the wrist; it’s a tap on the wrist at best … as we wait for the next anti-Semitic episode. In December of 2021, I met with Dr. Bowes and the Board with our parent group. As I presented the pornographic book “Gender Queer” to him, simply asking its link be taken off the District website, he equivocated, saying, “Some parents speak on behalf of some books and others for other books.” I wonder if the same lack of moral clarity guided his “political speech” decision.

Post Script: If the offended students had been some of our precious kids of color or perhaps a ‘trans’ student, might the decision and the consequences have been quite different??

BIO: Fred Taylor, father of two, is a 47-year MB resident and founding member of the parent groups “We The Parents MB” and “MB Parents 4 Schools,” which is aligned with FAIR, The Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism. To learn more about the parent group or receive their newsletters, email your request to: MBParents4Schools@gmail.com

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34th Annual Pier Lighting and 29th Annual Holiday Open House:

The Annual Pier Lighting and Holiday Open House is the official start of the holiday season in Manhattan Beach! It is also downtown Manhattan Beach’s local restaurants, retail stores, and businesses way of saying thank you to their customers and community for their support and patronage throughout the year. In addition to the live entertainment throughout downtown Manhattan Beach, the City of Manhattan Beach and the Downtown Business and Professional Association will light the streets for the holidays with snowflake lights and a lighted street banner.

Wednesday, November 15
6 PM to 9 PM
Downtown Manhattan Beach and Manhattan Beach Pier

www.ManhattanBeach.gov

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Maria Lastra

Founder And Director Of Spanish In Action

Q: WHAT DOES YOUR BUSINESS SPANISH IN ACTION DO?
A: Spanish in Action offers an immersive program designed to make learning Spanish an enjoyable experience for kids, teens, and adults (as requested). We create a stimulating environment where our students can comfortably participate in activities and express themselves in new ways. Our immersive classes deliver a fun, high-quality, and educational experience, catering to various learning styles to nurture a love for bilingualism from an early age. What sets us apart is our multidimensional program, an interactive cultural learning setting, and original Spanish learning resources, songs, and YouTube music videos for kids. These resources are the result of collaborations with artists from Nickelodeon and Disney. We leverage the power of music, scientifically proven to enhance long-term retention in young learners. Our custom activity books and teaching resources, now available in our online store, reinforce each new topic, incorporating positive messages inspired by the rich cultures of Latin America, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. We combine these unique tools with an engaging approach to second language acquisition, ensuring children remain actively engaged. Our native teachers are carefully selected, each boasting over 30 years of language teaching experience. They plan and deliver lessons with genuine care and enthusiasm because we hold our families and students in high regard. We extend our gratitude to the community for considering us a gem and are humbled to have taught Spanish to over 8,000 students since 1986. This distinction solidifies our position as the most experienced school in the South Bay.

Q: WHEN DID YOU START YOUR BUSINESS?
A: When I arrived in the United States in 1986 and soon embarked on my teaching career, I encountered a distinctly uninspiring approach to language education employed by American educators. Drawing from my personal language educational experiences, I understood that the most effective way to learn a second language is through vibrant, enjoyable instruction and teaching materials. Thus, I set out to revolutionize the classroom during my initial teaching position at a local Montessori school. Shortly thereafter, I established Spanish in Action and took on the roles of teaching and directing Spanish programs at prestigious private preschools and elementary schools. Simultaneously, I began offering classes from my home in Manhattan Beach, which quickly grew to accommodate up to 90 students in small group sessions. This success ultimately paved the way for the opening of my brick-and-mortar school in Manhattan Beach in 2015.

Q: WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO LOCATE IN MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: I married an Argentinean professional athlete, who played rugby on the international stage and had friends all over the world. Surprisingly, he had a deep affection for Manhattan Beach. Not long after our wedding, we packed our bags with just a couple of suitcases and enough money for a month. The rest, as they say, is history!

Q: WHAT IS YOUR ASTROLOGY SIGN?
A: Virgo

Q: HOW DO PEOPLE LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS?
A: We primarily gain visibility through word of mouth, our online presence, and our dedicated email subscribers. As part of our ongoing efforts to expand, we are currently working on strengthening our presence on social media platforms.

Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?
A: I don’t have one, but I do love to watch love and family comedies. I love to laugh. No drama please!

Q: WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS IN THE AREA?
A: I like the Strand House, Nick’s and Joey’s

www.SpanishInAction.com

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Mira Costa High School student Mona Cho spoke at a White House historic event with many “Girls Leading Change” students and First Lady Jill Biden. Cho was one of 15 girls honored by the First Lady on October 11 for influencing change and creating a brighter future in U.S. communities on International Day of the Girl.

Tin Roof Bistro Open For Thanksgiving:

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THANKSGIVING ToGo 2023
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MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Bill Fournell

Q: WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO MANHATTAN BEACH IN THE FIRST PLACE?
A: I was born and raised in MB. After getting married and moving around a bit, my wife & I both agreed we loved my hometown. We settled back here and been here ever since. While it’s changed a lot, I still love the community and living here.

Q: WHAT MOST CONCERNS YOU ABOUT THE FUTURE OF MANHATTAN BEACH IN THE NEXT FIVE YEARS?
A: It seems there are greater challenges with getting volunteers to step up to invest time and effort to so many of our wonderful community organizations. Whether it’s working a booth at the Hometown Fair, running our PTAs, etc., it appears harder and harder each year to get people to help out. I don’t know the root cause but I hear this over and over from many of our local volunteer led organizations.

Q: DO YOU FEEL AS SAFE TODAY IN MANHATTAN BEACH AS WHEN YOU FIRST ARRIVED?
A: I generally do feel just as safe today and when I was a boy walking to school and beach. If anything is a greater risk today, it’s the number of distracted drivers I see every day around town. “Get off your phone, it can wait!”

Q: WHAT IS THE SECRET SAUCE THAT MAKES MANHATTAN BEACH SO UNIQUE?
A: The sense of community. That people feel they are part of something bigger than their immediate family but more personal than an entire city. A sense of fellowship around common interests and goals for all of us.

Q: WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS IN THE AREA?
A: Tin Roof Bistro continues to be our go to favorite. Great food and service, and those amazing brussels sprouts!

Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?
A: Ah tough question. I have to hedge and say a tie between Blade Runner and Godfather 2 (the rare sequel better than the original).

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fournell

Dive N’ Surf:

SUNNY WAVES FLEECE

Dive N’ Surf is the most exciting, innovative and original Dive and Surf shop. They have been outfitting and stoking everyone out in the South Bay and beyond for over 60 years. Dive N’ Surf carries the largest selection of Body Glove Wetsuits, apparel and much more. Dive N’ Surf has also been voted South Bay’s Best Dive Shop and South Bay’s Best Surf Shop multiple times, come on down and check it out. Dive N’ Surf, it’s in the name. SURFBOARDS AND MORE

www.DiveNSurf.com

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Rita Crabtree (Manhattan Beach)

Community Activist

Come bring the whole family to honor Veterans and First Responders who make the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms. **We will have a special moment to honor fallen heroes, MBPD officers Martin Ganz (1993) and Chad Swanson (2023), and everyone will have the opportunity to honor their loved ones on our Wall of Heroes. Enjoy unlimited BBQ, local craft beer and wine tastings, and a Kids Zone including bounce houses, crafts, snow cones, face painting, and more! It’s the perfect break between sports events or daily errands for all your family and friends. LIVE MUSIC with sellout bands: Pine Mountain Logs AND Joe’s Band. Come eat, drink, and dance the day away. $50 includes all food, drink, and activities.


VetFest 4th Annual Celebration of our American Heroes
Presented by Rotary Manhattan Beach
Saturday, November 11 – Noon til 5 PM
Kinecta Federal Credit Union, 1440 Rosecrans Ave.

Veterans and First Responders and children under 18 FREE. $1,000 includes admission for 10 and a private table with 3 Premium wines and table service. ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO GROUPS THAT SUPPORT VETERANS AND FIRST RESPONDERS. Go to link below to get your tickets today.

www.rotaryvetfest.com

MB WEEKLY READER POLL:
LAUGHS TOP MUSIC AND FOOD

A recent reader poll conducted by MB Weekly, the largest digital publication in the South Bay, revealed that comedy takes the crown as the most favored genre among its readers regarding influencer content. The survey, which delved into the preferences of MB Weekly’s diverse readership, found that 4 in 10 respondents (42%) preferred comedy content, highlighting the enduring appeal of humor in the digital age. Following closely behind, 38% of readers expressed their fondness for music-related content, indicating a robust musical inclination within the community. Additionally, 31% of respondents were interested in content revolving around food, suggesting a keen appetite for culinary experiences and gastronomic delights.

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MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Dr. Josh Becker (Manhattan Beach)

Vitamin C, elderberry, and zinc in-home treatments may boost the immune system and lessen symptoms. Nobel laureate Linus Pauling popularized vitamin C’s cold-fighting properties in the 1970s, driving demand. Vitamin C has been suggested to improve immune cells’ ability to locate and fight infection by supplement industry scientists. The nutrient’s efficacy is disputed. For one, the body cannot keep high dosages of vitamin C, such those in supplements, and excretes excess in urine. A 2013 meta-analysis of vitamin C trials found that regular supplementation before feeling sick can shorten colds by a day or so. After symptoms appear, vitamin C does not always help.


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MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Dee Le (Manhattan Beach)

This young driver cruised through 2 stop signs (nearly hit us at one) and rushed across multiple lanes of traffic on Sepulveda (including straddling two lanes for a while). He was in a rush to get to Manhattan Village. Please watch out for this young, reckless driver!


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MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Sign in Hermosa Beach. Watch out! Funny Road Signs Ahead. Feel free to send your photo to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Sara Garcia (El Segundo)

Because the people paying for the free stuff can no longer afford to pay for both the free stuff and their own goods, the people who get the free stuff dislike the people paying for it. And the people who pay for the free things want them to stop receiving it. Additionally, the recipients of free goods have been trained to desire more free goods on top of what they already receive! Now, the people forcing others to pay for free goods have informed others who are RECEIVING the goods that those paying are rude and racial. So… The people who are forcing some people to pay for their free stuff and giving them the free stuff in the first place have persuaded the people who are GETTING the free stuff that they need to resent the people who are paying for the free stuff. We’ve allowed the practice of giving away free goods for so long that now there are more recipients of free goods than purchasers of free goods. Now, comprehend this. Somewhere between 200 and 250 years after their founding, all great democracies have committed financial suicide. The cause? By voting for candidates who pledged to give them money from the treasury in exchange for their support, the electorate realized they could vote for themselves more free money from the coffers. Do you see how the game is played now?

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Lido Bakery:

Home of the Most Extraordinary Wedding Cakes

Lido Bakery first opened its doors 2003. Ernesto Valenzuela started Lido Bakery with his mother, Evelinda, with the dream of bringing back what had become a rarity: the neighborhood bakery. Inspired by a sense of commitment to our community, Lido Bakery offers a full range of baked goods – each carefully crafted with the finest natural ingredients. “We also bake in a little bit of love with every bite!”

www.LidoBakery.com

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Mac

El Segundo Resident Since 2015
THE TRUTH…

Hates Sausages
Hates The Rolling Stones
Hates Beef Jerky
Hates People Touching His Feet
Loves Macaroni And Cheese
Loves Reading Novels
Never Goes To Sleep Before Midnight
Votes Occasionally

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MB WEEKLY – CARTOON:

“Changing seasons in Manhattan Beach…”

MB WEEKLY – READER QUESTION:

SHOULD MANHATTAN BEACH SCHOOLS ADOPT A NO CELL PHONE POLICY?

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2. ** Why Is Olive Oil So Expensive Right Now? —- Lori T., Hermosa Beach

3. ** Let’s be honest: Danny DeVito is one homely guy. —- Joan Z., El Segundo

4. ** The ignorant anti-Israel displays on many college campuses are all driven by one thing: fear. College administrators fear radical left students and faculty, allowing them to run wild. What else explains the mealy-mouthed statements issued by Penn, Harvard, UCLA, NYU, and many others? It is shocking. And repulsive. —- Amy R., Manhattan Beach

5. ** Why is the guy on 21st Street allowed to grind metal and use loud air hoses in his garage? —- Heather R., Manhattan Beach

6. ** Some of the postings in this free bulletin board are hilarious. —- Chad J., Manhattan Beach

7. ** Redondo Beach officially opens skate park on the pier. The new attraction was seven years in the making. —- Editor’s Note

8. ** Remember, we all stumble, every one of us. —- Tina M., Manhattan Beach

9. ** Does chicken soup really help when you’re sick? —- Grant N., Manhattan Beach

10. ** Torrance Memorial Medical Center CEO Craig Leach, one of the longest-serving hospital executives in California, will soon retire after nearly 40 years of service at the organization – including almost two decades as its leader. —- Editor’s Note

11. ** Sincere thanks to the City Council of Manhattan Beach for joining the lawsuit against the insane zero bail policy. —- Valerie L., Manhattan Beach

12. ** I only have so many years left. So, I’d like to spend them being updated about Taylor Swift’s dating life as often as possible. —- Shannon D., Manhattan Beach

13. ** Martin Scorsese’s new film could be my life’s most extended, most boring experience. If given the choice between being locked in an elevator with Donald Trump singing show tunes or watching that movie again, I’d ask for more time to think about it. Truly awful. —- William R., Manhattan Beach

14. ** I have a daughter and two granddaughters, 16 and 24. I live with my daughter, her boyfriend, and my younger granddaughter. My daughter and oldest granddaughter got into a heated argument over the phone about something the boyfriend posted on social media. They are no longer speaking and have blocked each other’s phone calls. I feel lost. Help! —- Lisa P., Manhattan

15. ** Please. I’m begging you. Stop funding the Ivy intifada at elite universities. —- H. Arthur V., Manhattan Beach

16. ** Seeing evil rejected in real time is disturbing. Especially when Hamas filmmakers and broadcasters perpetuated wickedness. Hamas militants had firearms and GoPros. They were proud of their rampage. Some called their fathers to brag, “I killed 10 Jews with my bare hands!” However, their defenders dispute reports of their atrocities. —- Edith G., Manhattan Beach

17. ** WTF? Around the 13th, my Strand neighbor showed me a COYOTE from his Tuesday 330a camera feed —- Cameron R., Manhattan Beach

18. ** Are you cool with this? – https://www.foxla.com/news/manhattan-beach-student-allegedly-told-jewish-classmates-all-israelis-and-jews-should-be-killed —- Harmony F., Manhattan Beach

19. ** Hatred of Israel cannot be distinguished from hatred of the Jewish people. Incontestably now, anti-Zionism is antisemitism. —- Darren J., Manhattan Beach

20. ** You’re either an Entrepreneur or a Wantrepreneur. Deal with it. —- Oliver K., Manhattan Beach

21. ** What would stop people from looting? —- Oliva S., Manhattan Beach

22. ** Superintendent of the Manhattan Beach Unified School system John Bowes apologized on behalf of the system for the way it handled instances in which a middle school student used overtly antisemitic words to verbally assault four Jewish pupils. Well done, sir. Your apology was overdue! —- Charlotte G., Manhattan Beach

23. ** Nickelback sounds the way Nicolas Cage looks. —- Paul K., El Segundo

24. ** Given how much we like to snack late at night, it’s unacceptable that most microwaves still don’t have a mute switch. —- Isabella B., Manhattan Beach

25. ** When police are driving in their cruisers, they do so in an altered reality as everyone around them adjusts their habits due to their presence. —- Levi B., Hermosa Beach

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MB Weekly 11/02/2023

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Rabbi Josh Kalev

Our Students desperately need your help. Four Jewish students at Manhattan Beach Middle School (3 of these students are members of our temple) were recently “attacked” by another student because they are Jewish. The student approached them after Hamas attacked Israel and said that “revenge is beautiful” and that they were part of an “Israeli conspiracy.” Other threatening and horrific comments were made by this same student both in and out of class. Unfortunately, based on social media posts by the student’s parents, we know this hate speech is coming from the home.

The MBMS leadership ran an investigation and concluded that these comments were political, not hate speech. So, they closed the investigation without any action steps except asking our Jewish students to sign a “gag order” (which they have not signed) – this is truly outrageous.

PLEASE WRITE TO THE MBMS ADMINISTRATORS, SUPERINTENDENT, & SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS (info below) explaining why targeting Jewish students is not political but hateful. And that it is unthinkable that our students do not feel safe at school. While the catalyst might have been the war in Israel, the comments and anger spewed at our students were not political but blatant antisemitism.

  • Principal of MBMS: Jennifer Huynh – jhuynh@mbusd.org
  • Vice Principal of MBMS: Katie Cavallaro – kcavallaro@mbusd.org
  • Vice Principal of MBMS: Luke Olesiuk – lolesiuk@mbusd.org
  • Superintendent of MBUSD: John Bowes – jbowes@mbusd.org
  • President of MBUSD School Board: Cathey Graves – cgraves@mbusd.org
  • Vice President of MBUSD School Board: Jen Fenton – jfenton@mbusd.org
  • Clerk of MBUSD School Board: Wysh Weinstein – wweinstein@mbusd.org
  • Board Member MBUSD School Board: Tina Shivpuri – tshivpuri@mbusd.org
  • Board Member MBUSD School Board: Bruce Greenberg – bgreenberg@mbusd.org

I so appreciate your help. If the school leadership knows we are all upset by this situation, hopefully, they will find a better way to resolve this incident and create a school environment where our kids don’t have to hide who they are and the values they hold so dear.

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RICHARD MONTGOMERY

Dear Mayor: WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED FROM YOUR COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR SERIES?
A: By hosting the “in person” bi-monthly Coffee with the Mayor series, I have met hundreds of new residents, business owners and even visitors to Manhattan Beach. I have learned that our website does not provide the answer to the majority of questions people have about our city, that they prefer to speak with the Mayor in person (outside of city hall or via Email), that they do not care about “party politics,” and support / appreciate this council’s focus on what’s best for Manhattan Beach.

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MB Chamber Honors:

At the Best of Manhattan 2023 Awards Dinner on October 20, famous Manhattan Beach establishments like Love & Salt, owned by Sylvie Gabriele’s father, Guy, and lesser-known figures like Lifeguard Captain Tom Seth were honored. The Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce held the dinner at the restored Neptunian Club. Gabriele’s Love & Salt won Best of Manhattan. Seth won First Responder of the Year. The Dragon and Phoenix Healer for Small and Mighty, Undisputed Fight Academy for Women-owned Business, and Mike Michalski of Re/Max for Home Sweet Home were honored.

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Jeff Byron

The Kettle General Manager

Q: FAVORITE BOOK OF ALL TIME?
A: Les Miserables – Crazy long book but I couldn’t put it down…

Q: ROLLING STONES OR THE BEATLES?
A: If I have to choose, Beatles. I consider both these bands to be all time greats.

Q: HAVE YOU MEMORIZED ANY QUOTES FROM THE GODFATHER?
A: Just the one, the same one we all know. Don’t make me say it.

Q: CAN YOU ICE SKATE?
A: YES

Q: DO YOU COOK AT HOME?
A: I do but not nearly enough.

Q: DO YOU SING IN THE SHOWER?
A: I would, only problem is I can hear myself…

Q: FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?
A: Shawshank, Animal House, Slingblade, Star Wars (episode 4, we had never seen such a thing in its time!)

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MB WEEKLY – CRIME:

April – July: Calls vs. Arrests

Calls for service and arrests were up in July – not surprising, given that summer months are usually busy with police activity – according to the Manhattan Beach Police Department’s monthly crime report. For the month of July, there were 3,765 calls for service and 77 arrests, according to MBPD. That compares with 3,313 calls for service during the month of June with a total of 68 arrests; 3,082 calls for service in May with 66 arrests; and 2,942 calls for service in April with 57 arrests. Decreases seen in the month of July, in contrast to June, were instances of assaults (a total of 9, down 4 from June), sexual offenses (zero, down 1 from June), and vehicular burglaries (22, down 5 from June).

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Frank Chiella

Yes or No Interview

Q: DID YOU EVER HAVE AN EMBARRASSING NICKNAME?
A: The firefighters called me Francheesy!

Q: DO YOU LIKE SCARY MOVIES?
A: I love scary movies especially around Halloween. It gets me in the holiday spirit.

Q: HAVE YOU EVER PULLED A SCARY PRANK ON CHILDREN ON HALLOWEEN?
A: I would be in a scary Halloween costume that would blend in with our other decorations and then would move or say something as the children walked by.

Q: HAVE YOU HAD MORE THAN TEN YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP WITH ANYONE?
A: I would hope so at my age.

Q: WOULD YOU EVER TRY STANDUP COMEDY?
A: I love to watch standup but would never try it.

Q: DO YOU HAVE TROUBLE SLEEPING?
A: Not often, when my head hits the pillow, I am out like a light.

Q: HAVE YOU SMOKED AT LEAST ONE CIGARETTE IN THE LAST YEAR?
A: I have not, I am concerned about the health effects for me and everyone around me.

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MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Abbey Waddell

Being Prepared! When traveling, I pack Covid test kits and medications. When we traveled to Croatia last month, I threw a digital thermometer in too. We had been enjoying Croatia for about a week and were living on a 45 foot catamaran when the symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI) came on and it was the second one in a month. My travel companion happened to have the right antibiotic for UTIs so I took it. The symptoms got better but I never got fully well. Two nights before we were to head home I got chills and a fever (digital thermometer was key!) The fever continued along with vomiting while I went to an urgent care and 2 hospitals to get testing done. Blood tests showed a serious infection. One female doctor urged me to stay and get IV antibiotics and not fly home. I listened fortunately. I was admitted to a horrifically filthy hospital for 4 days in Zagreb with sepsis and I used my trusty thermometer there too. I am grateful to be alive, grateful for my doctor who texted me constantly and for Torrance Memorial ER which was clean and English speaking. Blessed in MB.

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** Manhattan Beach Studios Founder, Mark Nicholas, having lunch with his associate Claudia at BOA Steakhouse Manhattan Beach.

** City councilman, David Lesser, having dinner at SLAY Steak + Fish in Manhattan Beach on their newly opened Monday night.

** Veteran music publicist Kevin Couch having dinner at The Tin Roof in Manhattan Village.

** Former MB Mayor Russ Lesser having lunch at Nick’s in downtown Manhattan Beach.

** Congressman Matt Gaetz at Fête in Manhattan Beach.

** Legendary basketball coach Phil Jackson at Slay Steak + Fish.

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by John McKillop

People who have been to therapy realize that the relationship is unique. You may tell your therapist things you wouldn’t tell family. It can be the most intimate professional relationship you’ll ever have. When ready to move on, what should you do? Leaving therapy can cause anxiety even if patients feel they’ve achieved their goals. Most therapy terminations are initiated by clients, although not always in a healthy way. According to experts who have studied how people stop therapy, it may be tempting to ghost your therapist. However, that’s not the best approach.

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MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Russ Lesser

Former Mayor of Manhattan Beach

It made me proud to be a resident of Manhattan Beach when hundreds of people showed up at the pier on October 11 to support Israel. What Hamas did was evil, and there is no defense for terrorism. Period! It is a shame that many universities and other groups are afraid to take this stance. What is also a shame was the mainstream media reporting the story that it was Israel that bombed the hospital based on what Palestinian sources told them. Who could think that a group that slaughtered hundreds of innocent people would lie about an event like this? Some of them, including CNN and The New York Times, still have not apologized for reporting this lie, which has caused massive protests and rioting around the world. No wonder most people don’t trust the mainstream media to be honest or competent.

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MB WEEKLY – A DIFFERENT VIEW:

Pancakes in Manhattan Beach. Feel free to send your photo to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net

Manhattan Beach Hosts 33rd Halloween Pumpkin Race:

Pumpkins can be used for more than jack-o-lanterns in October. Some have wheels screwed into the bottom, are painted, or appear like different objects. This happened Sunday, Oct. 29, during Manhattan Beach’s 33rd Pumpkin Race Halloween weekend along the pier. More than 1,000 pumpkins raced down a track, but Torrance resident Ivy Tracey’s white unicorn pumpkin won the title at the 33rd Manhattan Beach Pumpkin Contest. A pumpkin race event lasted all day. Participants from city departments started the race before the public. City Manager Bruce Moe defeated Steve Napolitano, David Lesser, and Amy Howorth. At the festival, attendees could make shaker instruments by putting popcorn kernels in plastic Easter eggs, play drums and recorders with Redondo Beach’s Music Rhapsody program, shoot basketballs in a giant inflatable Skechers shoe, make clay pumpkins, get their faces painted, guess the weight of a huge pumpkin, and more.

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Steve Revel (Manhattan Beach)

Call it a realignment, political awakening, or vibe change. After Israel was attacked, something changed. For instance, A buddy informed us he was a “conscientious objector” in the cultural wars and was shocked by the West’s equivocation and apologia following the Hamas atrocities. “Not anymore,” he said. October 7 altered that. Liberal pals suddenly discussed gun purchases. Progressive friends discussed immigration and border security via SMS. In a whisper, one revealed watching Fox News.

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MB WEEKLY – FREE BULLETIN BOARD:


1. ** I received a call from (209) 457-3488 from the Police Department asking for money, support and my address to mail an envelope. I called RBPD to confirm, and they confirmed it’s a fraud! Be careful! —- Holly W., Redondo Beach

2. ** I’ve heard the man who was arrested after the armed robbery at Prestige Jewelry (he was shot during the crime) was released one day after being arrested. Aren’t you proud of our justice system and Los Angeles? Doesn’t it make you want to throw up? —- Angela D., Manhattan Beach

3. ** Obscene prices and this century’s highest mortgage rates are on track to bring new US home sales down to their lowest levels since the 2008 global financial crisis. —- Jack S., Manhattan Beach

4. ** In a new war tactic, Hamas has seized the social media accounts of kidnapped Israelis and used them to broadcast violent messages and wage psychological warfare. —- Reggie J., Manhattan Beach

5. ** At the 2017 Miss Universe pageant, Miss Iraq Sarah Idan posted a photo with Miss Israel on social media to express friendship and peace. Her act of goodwill was immediately met with death threats, forcing Sarah and her family to flee their home country. She had grown up hearing terrible things about Israel and its people, but when she visited the Jewish state, her eyes were opened to the truth. —- Peggy N., Manhattan Beach

6. ** I just drove across a terrible e-bike accident on Rosecrans at Pacific in Manhattan Beach. —- Jan N., Manhattan Beach

7. ** MBPD Chief Rachel Johnson reported a 43.6% drop in crime offenses against individuals from Jan. 1 to August 2023 compared to 2022. Crimes against persons dropped 16.7% in 2023 compared to the five-year average (Jan. 1–August). If you actually believe that crime is down, I have a bridge I would like to sell you in Brooklyn. —- Lawrence Z., Manhattan Beach

8. ** This cozy, fully remodeled one-bed, one-bath ADU is in a quaint, sought-after neighborhood. Rent $1,500 – Security Deposit $800 – Just minutes from everything, you can easily take advantage of the shopping, dining, and entertainment all within 1 mile. It is located just a 3/4 mile walk to the coast and 1.5 miles to the freeway. Located at 1/2 Palm Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 – For fast approval, message Michael at +1 (224) 454-7627

9. ** The sucking, lying paper of record (New York Times) header should have been: “Hamas indiscriminately murders its own, this time in a hospital.” Disgusting, the world buys into these savages’ “news” so long they can blame the Jews. Blaming the Jews is a sport that should be part of the Olympic Games. —- Dorit B., Manhattan Beach

10. ** MB United produces an outstanding newsletter. —- Luna C., Manhattan Beach

11. ** Facts are facts! There is a strong correlation between fatherless households and increased antisocial behavior. —- Jonathan R., Manhattan Beach

12. ** Congratulations to MB Weekly on snagging Deborah Hofreiter as a new columnist. She is intelligent and honest. —- Alice G., Manhattan Beach

13. ** Dressing down works in today’s environment. Ditch the tie. I think you dress depending on what your career path is. I believe financial industry people should dress nicely, and those in technology and working from home can pretty much determine what they will wear. —- Ed M., Manhattan Beach

14. ** Mr. Handyman is the biggest rip-off ever! Never, ever, ever use them. —- Nancy B., Manhattan Beach

15. ** Big fan of Susan Boettner. —- Jefferson G., Manhattan Beach

16. ** My phone says 2023 with a 1948 vibe. After storming the border, Hamas eliminated all doubt about the situation. Not a state with Israel. No Israel, either. But Israelis cease to exist. Heartbroken. Adolf would be so proud. —- Marlene F., Manhattan Beach

17. ** Some parents pin their sense of adequacy to their children’s behavior. When their children misbehave, they ask “What did we do wrong?” As a result, their children don’t have to accept responsibility for their own misbehavior. —- Claire H., PhD, Manhattan Beach

18. ** Talent hits a target no one else can hit; Genius hits a target no one else can see. —- Warren S., Manhattan Beach

19. ** Please! Please! Please! Remember Manhattan Beach Police Officer Chad Swanson —- J.S., MBPD

20. ** Somewhere in the world, there is somebody with your dream job that hates going to work every day. —- Michael S., Manhattan Beach

21. ** Get a turtle. It’ll be a nice pet for your great grandkids. —- Carole G., Manhattan Beach

22. ** Moral equivalence has two purposes. One is to enable the morally confused to hide their confusion. The other is to enable the immoral to hide their immorality. —- Arthur O., Manhattan Beach

23. ** This year’s “Best of Manhattan” Awards was great. Congratulations to the Chamber of Commerce. —- Tiffany L., Manhattan Beach

24. ** Halloween is stupid. —- Emma D., Manhattan Beach

25. ** John McKinney is not an ideological politician. He recognizes the socioeconomic reasons of crime but won’t break the law for an ideology. —- Leo Y., Manhattan Beach

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