Treasure Trove - Los Angeles County, Californiafile.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/docs/216214_July_2014_DIGEST.pdf · August 17 – Serenata Filipina Grand Park Every Wednesday and Thursday

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Calendar of Events.......................................................2Health Talk by Dr. Richman/Big!World!Fun!...............32014 Leadership Conference.......................................5Share Your Heart, Share Your Home...........................7

Commuter Benefit Plan...................................................8DHR’s Wellness Corner................................................9Summer Safety Tips for Pets.....................................10Retirees/Rideshare L.A. County.................................11

Treasure TroveIn Celebration of National Parks and Recreation Month

Sun and Fun

A chair once used by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. A pricelessNative American artifact. An autographed photograph oflegendary Olympian Jesse Owens. These, along with hundredsof other such items, have been evaluated and catalogued aspart of the Department of Parks and Recreation’s mission topreserve historical resources.

Over the years, the department has accumulated a treasuretrove of artifacts that tell compelling stories about thedepartment’s impact on communities in Los Angeles County.Recognizing the importance of preserving these priceless butaging holdings, the department took a proactive stance byadding the position of Associate Curator in 2008.

“When I saw original letters from Presidents of the UnitedStates to County Supervisors not being properly protected,”said Department of Parks and Recreation Director RussGuiney, “and the chair that Martin Luther King Jr. sat in duringone of his visits with Supervisor Kenneth Hahn standing in aroom where anyone could sit in it, I knew it was the makingof a crisis that needed to be curbed.”

Placed with the Planning and Development Agency’sEnvironmental and Regulatory Permitting section, theAssociate Curator acts as a dedicated steward over culturalresource collections that include historic documents andphotographs, memorabilia, civic art, historic properties, andNative American artifacts. This work has resulted in thecreation of a web-based database that centralizes the detailsof thousands of historic artifacts, photographs, and other itemsof great interest and immeasurable value to the public. Thedatabase has become a key component in securing educationalresources that should be protected for generations to come.

Once the position was filled, Associate Curator Ansley Davies(pictured above) began visiting all of the 174 departmentproperties and inventorying historic and cultural resources.Her research included site visits, as well as collecting andreviewing historic records internally, at historical societies,libraries, online, and at other County departments. “Parksand Recreation is a cornucopia of historic and culturalresources,” said Davies. “With this database, we not only keeptrack of these resources, but also the photographs andfascinating stories behind them. In a way, the database actsas a scrapbook that allows us to safely continue to collectand preserve information for the benefit of futuregenerations,” she added.

The information contained in the database is also atremendous resource for other departments. Thanks to thecomprehensive information contained in the database,Public Works can be notified of special conditions, such asarchaeological sites, during management of constructionprojects at department parks and facilities.

Whether as a resource for researchers, ensuring compliancewith historic preservation regulations or more efficientlytracking interpretive display and artifact loan agreements, thedatabase ensures that everyone can benefit from the insightand knowledge contained in these irreplaceable pieces ofCounty history.

Photo by Shane Savanapridi

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Members of the Board

Don KnabeChairman

Fourth District

Gloria MolinaFirst District

Mark Ridley-ThomasSecond District

Zev YaroslavskyThird District

Michael D. AntonovichFifth District

Lisa M. GarrettDirector of Personnel

Carla D. WilliamsSenior

Human ResourcesManager

John S. MinaEditor-in-Chief

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Los Angeles County Museum of Art(323) 857-6010www.lacma.org

Through July 27 – Calder and Abstraction: From Avant-Garde to IconicThrough August 17 – Sam Doyle: The Mind’s EyeThrough August 24 – Night in DayThrough November 16 – Edward Biberman, Abbot Kinney and the Story of VeniceThrough December 7 – The Painted City: Art from Teotihuacan

Center Theatre Group(213) 628-2772www.centertheatregroup.org

Ahmanson Theatre Through August 24 – We Will Rock You Kirk Douglas Theatre Through August 10 – Princess and Pirates Mark Taper Forum Through August 17 – Buyer & Cellar

Dorothy Chandler PavilionOctober 9 through 12 – Australian Ballet’s Swan Lake with live orchestra

Walt Disney Concert HallAugust 16 – Philippine Chamber Singers Los AngelesSeptember 30 – Opening Night Concert & Gala: A John Williams CelebrationOctober 2 through October 5 – Dudamel & Mahler 5

Ford Theatres(323) 461-3673http://fordtheatres.org

August 1 – Alice in WonderlandAugust 9 – Forever FlamencoAugust 17 – Serenata Filipina

Grand Parkwww.grandparkla.org

Every Wednesday and Thursday – Lunch A La ParkEvery Wednesday – Grand Park’s Boot CampJuly 26 – National Dance Day

Hollywood Bowl(323) 850-2000www.hollywoodbowl.com

July 29 – Americas & AmericansJuly 30 – Americas & Americans - Noche de Cine

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by Mark Richman, M.D., M.P.H.Physician Specialist, Emergency MedicineOlive View-UCLA Medical Centerand Amy Skelton, Student Volunteer

The Myth of Multi-taskingHave you ever switched rapidly between tasks to “be moreefficient?” Although you may feel productive, multi-taskingactually limits productivity and learning because the braincan only focus on one thing at a time.

Multi-tasking makes us:

Less efficient: Imagine walking 10 feet forward,stopping to look at something to your side. Whenyou re-start, you must walk a few feet backward tobegin. Do this time and again. You will achieve yourgoal, but less efficiently than had you concentratedfully on the task (i.e., walked forward withoutdistraction).

Lose “train of thought:” When we switch attentionfrom one activity or thought to another, we losecontent.

Think poorly: Switching rapidly between differentinformation causes them to mingle in our brains. Thisprevents us from focusing on which task needs toget done and how to execute it.

Forgetful: Multi-taskers are distracted by unimportantinformation in short-term memory. This impairs ourability to form important, long-term memories.

Stressed out.

Multi-tasking does not improve with practice. Just theopposite. Frequent multi-taskers perform worse than non-multi-taskers when given multiple tasks. This is probablybecause of long-term deterioration of skills such asprioritization, concentration, and memory.

In sum, multi-tasking provides an illusion of efficiency andeffectiveness, but is counter-productive. Use cautiously. And,of course, do not multi-task while doing important activitiessuch as driving.

Big!World!Fun! at the Ford

The world is a big place. We don’t always get the chanceto travel to far off destinations like Brazil, Africa andCambodia to taste their culinary delights, soak in theirsites, breath in their aromas. Lucky for us, the FordTheatres’ Big!World!Fun! family series makes the worlda little smaller. Perfect for the wee ones in our lives.

Starting July 5, Los Angeles County artists will bebringing the sights and sounds of the world to us eachSaturday morning. Free for children and only $5 foradults, these one hour virtual excursions take place onSaturdays at 10 a.m. and offer the opportunity to immerseyourself in another culture without all of the hassle andexpense that travel can bring.

Big!World!Fun! highlights include Shin DanceCompany, who bring ancient Chinese folklore to lifethrough graceful movements and colorful costumes(August 12); a rousing tap dance performance that featuresthe jazzy melodies and fancy footwork of Sarah Reich’sTap Music Project (August 2); and the infectious reggaebeats and soulful singing of Aaron Nigel Smith(August 30).

Arrive early for kid-friendly nature activities providedby the Natural History Museum and County ofLos Angeles Parks and Recreation, Natural AreasDivision. Materials are provided and everyone iswelcome. Gates open at 9 a.m.

The County of Los Angeles Public Library will onceagain provide customized book lists. The Library andFirst 5 LA will also be handing out children’s books atselect Big!World!Fun! shows. Visit FordTheatres.org/family for more info.

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Chiropractic Services forRecovery from SummertimeActivities

2014 Leadership ConferenceSocial Media: Bridging the Gap

Southern California weather and longer summer eveningsprovide great opportunities to set your body in motion.The summer is a great season for getting in shape andconnecting with your body. This is the time to play asport, participate in aerobic exercise, or take a brisk walkafter work. However, with all these new summer activitiescomes the extra pressure and strainon the back and body. Theseactivities may cause fatigue andstress to muscles, which can alsolead to other problems andinjuries. Chiropractic services canhelp you recover from theseproblems.

The Community Resource Center(CRC) in unincorporated SouthWhittier recently partnered withthe Southern California Universityof Health Sciences’ Chiropractic College program toprovide chiropractic health services to the residents ofthe Southeast area of Los Angeles County. The CRCpursued the partnership for chiropractic services at theirfacility as an alternative method to educate residents onhealthy ways to improve their quality of life.

Chiropractors working at the CRC see the effects on thebodies of patients. Dr. Amir Aghlara, assistant professor,provides oversight of the college’s students who workwith the local residents. He explains, “As you areexercising, take time to work on breathing and posture -improving these will greatly enhance your health.”

Even during hot weather, the body needs to be stretchedand warmed-up. “Chiropractic adjustments release muscletension, reduce spinal nerve irritation, and improvecirculation” states Dr. Aghlara.

Through the chiropractic care service, patients are alsoeducated on relaxation techniques, posture and othertherapies. A balance of proper exercise, rest and diet arealso important to your exercise regime. The chiropractictreatments at the CRC will help local residents enjoy theirsummertime activities.

For more information on this and other CommunityResource Center services, visit www.swcrc.org or call(562) 946-2425.

On the spot Twitter postings and “selfies,” presentations onusing Twitter and other forms of social media in theworkplace, as well as the benefits of using predictive analyticsand open data to inform decision making, highlighted theCounty’s 12th Annual Leadership Conference. “Social Media:Bridging the Gap” was the theme.

Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich welcomed more than 150County Department Directors, Commissioners, seniorexecutives and various managers to the gathering, which washeld at the Music Center on May 28, 2014. The Board ofSupervisors, in partnership with the Chief Executive Officeand the Quality and Productivity Commission (QPC),sponsored the event.

“Your theme and focus on social media provides a forum forCounty decision makers and stakeholders to see the value ofall forms of communication,” said Supervisor Antonovich.“Our challenge to all of you is to reinforce to all managersthat it is vital to think outside the box, bring forward newideas and adopt an attitude that promotes productivity,” hetold the capacity audience.

Supervisor Antonovich also thanked the QPC for “ensuringthat the County is part of the conversation.”

Bridging the Gap!

Gail Farber, Director of Public Works, and Dean Logan,Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk, discussed how they areusing social media, such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, andTumblr, to connect, engage, and create communities.

Quality and Productivity Commissioners are joined by SheriffJohn Scott and Commander Mike Parker for a “selfie.”

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Share Your HeartShare YourHome

Photo by Daniele Rose

When people consideradoptions, they oftentimesthink that only infants andvery young children are“good” candidates foradoption. However, forsome, changing diapers ornot being able to sleep in abit on the weekends can deter people from adopting.Many people do not know that adopting a teenager is agreat option. Frequently overlooked because peopleassume they “wouldn’t want to be adopted at an olderage,” these are the children who wait the longest for anadoptive family, sometimes even aging out of fostercare as young adults with no family to call their own.Teens, who are adopted, can sometimes receive collegetuition assistance in addition to monthly AdoptionAssistance payments and Medi-cal insurance. Help ustackle this myth by letting friends and family know thatteens do want to be adopted and are successfullyadopted in Los Angeles County and across the nationevery day.

Meet Jasmine, an outgoing 13-year-old, who is notafraid to advocate for herself in her search for a foreverfamily. She very much wants to be a part of someone’sfamily. Jasmine has an extroverted personality thatsparkles and shines along with her beautiful smile. Sheis not shy and is quick to make friends wherever shegoes. Jasmine is a young lady who has a wide range ofinterests. Described as a girly girl, she loves to haveher nails painted and get her hair done. Can you saySpa day? She also enjoys shopping and jokingly says“what teenager doesn’t?” She is always willing to try anew activity and is enjoying her new sport, tennis! Sheclaims to be pretty good with any sport and becauseshe is tall, says she is a natural at basketball. It doesn’tstop there as Jasmine’s next goal is to take up a musicalinstrument. She participates in choir and enjoys singingand thinks playing an instrument would be “perfect”for her. As a newly turned teen, she has many dreamsfor her future, but her biggest “goal” is to find herselfan “awesome family who will stick by my side NOMATTER WHAT”. Be that family for Jasmine andconsider adopting this amazing teen!

Dr. Steven J. Golightly, Director of the Child Support ServicesDepartment, made a compelling presentation in favor of usingsocial media to compile program statistics and then apply thedata to performance measures. These processes, commonlyreferred to as “Predictive Analytics,” are “an effective wayto inform decision making,” according to Dr. Golightly.

Michael Parker, Sheriff’s Department Commander, wowedthe audience with graphics, salient facts, and information onhis extensive use of social media in daily operations, includingallocating resources to ensure public safety.

Ron Galperin, Los Angeles City Controller, who has been onthe cutting edge of government transparency and openness,enlightened attendees on the methods he has used to transformthe way the City shares its data with the public.

Ryan Alsop, Assistant Chief Executive Officer, providedinsight into how the County’s use of social media bridges thegap between government and the people it serves.

William T Fujioka, Chief Executive Officer, admitted to beinga reluctant convert to the value and necessity of using socialmedia in government. He encouraged County departmentsto use Twitter and other forms of social media to engage thepublic in a two-way dialogue and to improve services.

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Supervisor Michael Antonovich and Sheriff John Scott joinCommissioners Pat Johnson and Jaclyn Tilley Hill, Chair Emeritus.

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DHR’s Wellness CornerBringing you inspiration from around the County

This edition features Ron Moskowitz (fifth from left), Chief Information Officer at Treasurer and Tax Collector. Find himand his staff in Grand Park daily, leading the way to wellness!

TTC’s Daily Walk with Ron

At the Treasurer and Tax Collector (TTC), my staff and I spend most of our work day sitting at our desks. As most of you canimagine (or relate), this sedentary lifestyle—coupled with less than optimal eating habits—results in a few (or more) unwantedpounds. A group of us realized that enough was enough, and we had to do something about it so…we walk!

It started after we decided to join the Countywide Fitness Challenge Interagency Biggest Loser Contest. We originallythought that doing some type of exercise together would help us lose some weight, so we committed to a daily 20-minutegroup walk. At first, it was only about trying to reach a weight goal. After a few days, it became more about being healthy!

While we were slowly losing a few small things (weight, belt size, etc.), we quickly gained other important things (energy,motivation, camaraderie, and happiness). Soon, others who were not part of the initial group decided to join in.

Although the weight loss challenge is over, our group walk is now an organized and voluntary option for the entire SystemsBranch. Not everyone can make it every day, but the ‘Daily Walk with Ron’ is a calendar item in everyone’s Outlook shouldthey wish and are able to join.

If you would like to organize a voluntary group walk in your area, here are a few suggestions:

1) Find a ‘Lead Walker’ (possibly a manager) who can make it regularly and can help organize time and days.2) Keep a pair of walking shoes under your desk for a quick change and as a reminder!3) Choose a regular route that aims for about a 20-minute (or less) mile.4) Set a general pace that everyone can enjoy.5) At the end of every walk, share a ‘Good Job!’ and a ‘Thank you!’ with your team and be proud that you all did it!

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The offices of Supervisor Don Knabe, Board Chairman, andWilliam T Fujioka, Chief Executive Officer, recentlysponsored a reception to honor the 2014 finalists of theCounty’s Green Leadership Awards (GLA).

Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky and former SupervisorYvonne Burke introduced the motion to create the annualGLA program, which recognizes outstanding achievementin protecting the environment.

GLA categories and the finalists/projects were Business,Duvivier Architects, “Integrating Water/Architecture;” Non-Profit, Food Forward, “Distribution of Farmers MarketProduce to the Hungry;” Resident, Larissa Nickel and Karyl Newman, “DEHSART: Antelope Valley Illegal Dumping Eco-Art;” and L.A. County Department, Public Social Services, “Toy Loan Recycling Initiative.”

Scrolls were presented by Joel Bellman, Press Deputy, Supervisor Yaroslavsky; Michelle Vega, Deputy, Supervisor MichaelAntonovich; Dave Chittenden, Deputy Director, Internal Services Department (ISD); and Howard Choy, Manager, ISDOffice of Sustainability.

Green Leadership AwardsFinalists 2014Supervisor Knabe, CEO Sponsor Reception

Finalists receive Board scrolls. From left Board Deputy MichelleVega; DPSS Director Sheryl Spiller; Marcia Blachman-Benitez,DPSS; Larissa Nickel, DEHSART; Board Deputy Joel Bellman; KarylNewman, DEHSART; Howard Choy; Isabelle Duvivier, DuvivierArchitects; Dave Chittenden; and Emily Parker, Food Forward.

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RetireesCongratulations to the following employees who

are joining the ranks of the retired after their manyyears of service to the County of Los Angeles:

45+ Years

AUDITOR-CONTROLLER: Juanita MasonHUMAN RESOURCES: Lorraine P. FioreSUPERIOR COURT: James A. Cook

40+ Years

CHILD SUPPORT SERVICES: Irma MontoyaCOMMUNITY & SENIOR SERVICES: Kathye A.PounceyDISTRICT ATTORNEY: Muriel H. LettHEALTH SERVICES: Anna M. CarreraMENTAL HEALTH: Annie L. FortsonPUBLIC LIBRARY: Kimberly TalbertPUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES: Patricia J. Brown

35+ Years

ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL: Patsy Jenkins, MaryLukinsCHILD SUPPORT SERVICES: Antoinette D. DavisHEALTH SERVICES: Cuthbert R. Charles, Joan I. Farris,Patricia L. Flynn, Arlene Jacob, Salvador RosalesPUBLIC DEFENDER: Laura A. GreenPUBLIC HEALTH: Roberta B. HollisPUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES: La Jan D. Stansell, DoloresThompson Smi, Linda Winesberry

30+ Years

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE: Nina McNeilCHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES: Kevin FergusonCHILD SUPPORT SERVICES: Jo Ann Foster, BarbaraGriffinDISTRICT ATTORNEY: Deborah KassFIRE: Patrick W. Kelly, Jeffrey A. Koeritz, Alan G.McConnellHEALTH SERVICES: Michelle P. Ambrosio, JoyclenArmstrong-Lov E, Blanca E. Hussain, Han-Ying L. Ma,Mariana F. Pacheco, Kimberly A. Ruiz, Carolyn J. TarrinPUBLIC HEALTH: Natalie OganesianPUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES: Erlinda Cardona

REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK: HarrisonY. WakidaSHERIFF: Steven J. Bisaha, Dana M. Ellison, John B.Powell, James E. Wolfe, Reginald L. WrightSUPERIOR COURT: Delores Odom-Stocks, Sylvia R.Santiago

25+ Years

ASSESSOR: Linda ChenCHILD SUPPORT SERVICES: Andrew DoswellFIRE: Gabriel B. Etcheverry, Stuart A. MooreHEALTH SERVICES: Leticia M. Banuelos, Armando R.Garcia, Emma N. Macaraeg, Florence Martinez, CatherineE. Rucker, Maria A. Sanchez, Tracy A. PrudolmMENTAL HEALTH: Lawrence HurstPUBLIC DEFENDER: Carol A. LowellPUBLIC HEALTH: Teresa J. De La Puente, Jungae S. Lee,David Y. TakeharaPUBLIC LIBRARY: Diane M. RizoPUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES: Silvia R. TrochezSHERIFF: Teresa O. Evers, Eunsook S. Hainline, Kent E.Kroeger, Marcelle E. Murr, Martin C. Mutuc, Rita E.Navarrette, Sung J. Pak, Teri Reinhardt, Alex G. StrouzerSUPERIOR COURT: Vivienne T. Daniels, Margarita A.Katinas

Rideshare L.A. County!from the CEO/Office of Workplace Programs

What if you could get up in the morning, make yourcoffee, get ready for work, and then commute a totalof...20 feet? You could if you Telework. You may knowthe saying, “Don’t take your work home with you,” butin this case, it’s a good thing.

Telework means working from home. It helps to reduceair pollution and traffic, and helps save lives. Byteleworking at least one day a week, you can make a bigdifference by reducing the amount of emissions your cargenerates when you drive alone. And reducing emissionswill help lead to a reduction in health related problemsfrom air pollution. By teleworking, you’ll make adifference while enjoying the lack of a commute.

Take pride, share the ride.

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by the Department of Consumer Affairs

Home-Buying Tipsfor First-Time BuyersSummer is a popular time of the year for buying a home.Purchasing a home is very exciting. It is the largest purchasemany of us will ever make. Here are some tips you shouldconsider during your house hunt to be informed and avoidgetting ripped off:

Get educatedPurchasing a home can be stressful. If you are not educatedon the process, then you will be more vulnerable to gettingripped off. Take a first time buyers class from a HUD-approved counseling agency to learn about what to expectduring the process and how to best prepare.

Hire a licensed Real Estate AgentOnly use a licensed real estate agent or realtor to assist youin purchasing a home. You can confirm their license statusby visiting www.bre.ca.gov. The California Bureau of RealEstate licenses and regulates real estate agents and realtors.They have a helpful checklist for hiring a real estate agentthat you may find useful.

Get pre-approvedCreate a budget and stick to it. Before you begin looking fora home, it is best to meet with a loan officer or broker and getpre-approved for a mortgage so you know exactly what youcan afford. Submitting your pre-approval letter with your offermay help to make your offer more attractive to a seller.

Research homeownership programsThere are many First Time Buyer programs available to makehomeownership accessible to low and moderate incomefamilies. Many of these programs offer down paymentassistance. The County of Los Angeles CommunityDevelopment Commission offers such programs. Visit theirsite for more information.

Get an InspectionGet a home inspection, even if you are purchasing newconstruction. A home inspector will identify repairs that needto be made, items that should be replaced, estimate theremaining life of the home’s mechanical systems (i.e.plumbing, air conditioning, etc.), and evaluate the structureof the home.

EscrowPurchasing a home usually takes at minimum 30 days. Thisperiod is known as escrow, during which homes are boughtand sold. Money is exchanged and documents are signed.Your escrow will be assigned to an escrow officer who handlesthe funds and processes paperwork pertaining to yourpurchase. Make sure the company is licensed and in goodstanding. Use the State’s Multiple Department LicenseLookup tool to ensure that your escrow company is licensedand in good standing.

Review the loan disclosuresYou will receive several disclosures during escrow. It is criticalthat you review them for accuracy and to make sure youunderstand them.

Good Faith Estimate (GFE). This document provides you withinformation about the terms of the loan you applied for anddescribes the estimated costs you will have to pay to obtainthe loan. Your broker or lender must provide you with a GFEwithin 3 business days of receiving your loan application.HUD-1 Settlement Statement. This 3-page statement itemizesthe buyers’ and sellers’ fees, taxes, and credits associated withthe transaction. It is not an estimate like the GFE. You shouldreceive and review this document at least one day prior toclosing. Your final HUD 1 illustrates the charges you willactually pay.

Be aware of your new expensesThere are many expenses associated with homeownership.Be aware of Home Owner Association (HOA) dues,homeowners insurance and property taxes. You will receivea Supplemental Tax Bill shortly after your escrow closes.This is an out-of-pocket expense that you are responsible for(this bill is not paid during escrow).

Have questions? Call us at (800) 593-8222.

Free Marina Movie NightsThe Department of Beaches and Harbors presents the returnof Free Marina Movie Nights in Marina del Rey.

Saturday, August 9, 2014—Despicable MeThursday, August 14, 2014—IMAX’s Born to Be Wild ISaturday, August 23, 2014—The Never Ending Story

All screenings start at 8 p.m. in Burton Chace Park, 13650Mindanao Way. Picnic on the grass, or try some of thegourmet food trucks on site.

Parking is available in Lot 4 located at 13500 Mindanao Way.Prices are as posted. For additional information, call theMarina del Visitor’s Center at (310) 305-9545 or visit thedepartment’s website at http://marinadelrey.lacounty.gov.