Downtown Glendale

City of Glendale Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
2014-12-03 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | City of Glendale, 613 E. Broadway, Glendale, CA, 91206, United States
The City of Glendale City Council and Community Services & Parks cordially invite you to the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.
Performances By: Horace Mann Elementary School Chorus & The Nestle Choir
The event will feature lighting of the City Hall tree and a special visit from Santa Claus.
Complimentary Hot Cocoa provided by Nestle
Special Lighting Provided by Neptune Productions
Free parking will be available in the City Hall structure.
For questions, please call Patty at (818) 548-2792 or by email at pbetancourt@glendaleca.gov.

Glendale Chamber of Commerce Business Builder Lunch at MGN Five Star Cinema
2014-12-03 12:00 - 13:30 | MGN Five Star Cinema, 128 N. Maryland Ave. , Glendale, CA, 91206, United States
Guest Speaker: TBA
Topic: TBA
$20 for Members
$30 for Non-Members

GF Bayona & Kabayan Ako Present Simply Angeline Quinto
2014-11-30 17:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Multi-awardee Angeline Quinto makes her first solo concert appearance in the U.S. Quinto is one of the most sought-after singers in the Philippine industry today. Originally known as the ‘Queen of Teleserye Theme Songs,’ Angeline is also an actress in the movie industry. This one-night event is sure to captivate many Filipinos, especially those who have been following all the ‘teleseryes’ in the Philippines or TV drama series; the concert will include the love song from the official soundtrack of her most recent teleserye, Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon (translated as I Wish Yesterday Is Still Tomorrow), which is currently rated as the number 1 drama series in the Philippines and among the Filipino community here in the United States.
Performance Languages: English and Filipino

Alex Film Society Presents 17th Annual Three Stooges Big Screen Event
2014-11-29 20:00, 2014-11-29 14:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
This November (showcasing Larry, Moe, Curly and Shemp) will mark the 17th year the Alex Film Society has held its ‘Three Stooges® BIG Screen Event.’ The program, ‘Three Slaps and Yer Out,’ will feature the Stooges and Sports.
Included in the mayhem will be:
PLAYING THE PONIES
ANTS IN THE PANTRY
A DUCKING THEY DID GO
GRIPS, GRUNTS AND GROANS
VIOLENT IS THE WORD FOR CURLY (including the famous ditty ‘Swingin’ the Alphabet’)
PLUS a Shemp short – MR. NOISY – from 1946.
As usual AFS will screen the very finest 35mm prints on the Big Screen of the historic Alex Theatre. Stooge family members and friends will be there, and we hope you will be too!

Glendale Youth Orchestra Presents 26th Season Opener
2014-11-23 19:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
GLENDALE YOUTH ORCHESTRA 26th SEASON
Brad Keimach, Conductor
The 26th Season opening program includes:
BEETHOVEN – Coriolan Overture
MENDELSSOHN – Violin Concerto (1st movement)
Lavinia Chen, violin
MOZART – Symphony No. 35, ‘Haffner’
MENDELSSOHN – Symphony No. 1

Global Arts Presents Thank You, Dad
2014-11-21 20:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Global Arts presents the 2014 film THANK YOU, DAD.
Language: Armenian with English subtitles

Live Talks Los Angeles Presents An Evening with Anjelica Huston
2014-11-20 20:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
An Evening with Anjelica Huston discussing her memoir, Watch Me.
Academy Award-winning actress and director Anjelica Huston has received honors from the National Society of Film Critics; the Independent Spirits Awards; and the Golden Globe Awards, as well as multiple Oscar, BAFTA, and Emmy awards or nominations. Huston most recently starred on the hit TV show Smash and is the author of the memoirs A Story Lately Told and Watch Me.
Anjelica Huston was 29 years old and trying to create a place for herself as an actress in Hollywood when director Tony Richardson said to her: ‘Poor little you. So much talent and so little to show for it. You’re never going to do anything with your life.’ ”Perhaps you’re right,’ I answered. Inside I was thinking, Watch me.”
In A Story Lately Told, Anjelica Huston described her enchanted childhood in Ireland and her glamorous but troubled late teens in London. That memoir of her early years ended when Anjelica stepped into Hollywood. In Watch Me, Huston tells of falling in love with Jack Nicholson and her adventurous, turbulent, high-profile, spirited seventeen-year relationship with him and his intoxicating circle of friends. She writes about learning the art and craft of acting, about her Academy Award-winning portrayal of Maerose Prizzi in Prizzi’s Honor, about her roles as Morticia Addams in the Addams Family films, Etheline Tenenbaum in The Royal Tenenbaums and Lilly Dillon in The Grifters, and about her collaborations with many great directors, including Woody Allen, Wes Anderson, Bob Rafelson, Francis Ford Coppola, and Stephen Frears. She movingly and beautifully writes about the death of her father, the legendary director John Huston, and her marriage to sculptor Robert Graham. She is candid, mischievous, warm, passionate, funny, and a superb storyteller.
Check-In: All patrons must report to Check-In table upon arrival.
Book Signing: Following the talk

Glendale Young Professionals Presents The Moose Den Entrepreneurs Mixer
2014-11-20 18:00 - 21:00 | The Moose Den, 156 S. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91204, United States
Please join us on Thursday, November 20 at 6:00PM at The Moose Den for an exciting evening among your peers. Meet, mingle, and network with fellow young professionals over drinks and appetizers at The Moose Den. The Moose Den is a new basement restaurant, pub, and game room in the heart of Glendale from the same young entrepreneurs behind The Famous. The founders of The Moose Den and The Famous will be our keynote speakers to share their story.
Parking & Directions
Parking is available in the Marketplace parking structure (1.5 hours free).
Admission
Admission is FREE for GYP Members and $20.00 for Guests. Admission includes appetizers and your first drink.
Join GYP: http://www.glendaleyp.com/join
Sponsors
The Moose Den, Title Sponsor
Crescenta Valley Weekly
Datastream
Glendale Chamber of Commerce
Margaryan & Associates
Massage Envy Spa Glendale
Reel Light Pictures
Sedna Solutions
About The Moose Den
The Moose Den is a restaurant, pub and game room in the heart of Glendale. The Moose Den serves homemade comfort food in a basement den setting. The establishment is influenced by Midwestern bars, English, German and European pubs. Learn more about The Moose Den at http://www.themooseden.com.

The Americana at Brand Christmas Tree Lighting
2014-11-19 19:30 | The Americana at Brand, 889 Americana Way, Glendale, CA, 91210, United States
More merry. More magical. More memorable. The Americana at Brand Tree Lighting is November 19 at 7:30pm.

Glendale Chamber of Commerce After Hours Business Mixer at Fiscal Credit Union
2014-11-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Fiscal Credit Union, 310 E. Colorado St. #200, Glendale, CA, 91205, United States
Location: Fiscal Credit Union
Join us in face-to-face networking at its best. While you’re here, make some new friends,
enjoy the refreshments and opportunity to win some nice prizes.
Bring along your friends and business associates!
Members: $10 Non-Members: $20

Live Talks Los Angeles Presents John Cleese In Conversation with Eric Idle
2014-11-18 20:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
John Cleese achieved his first big success in London’s West End and as a scriptwriter and performer on The Frost Report. He went on to co-found the legendary Monty Python films that include Monty Python and the Holy Grail and Life of Brian. In the mid-1970s, John Cleese and his first wife, Connie Booth, co-wrote and starred in the now classic sitcom Fawlty Towers. Later, he wrote and co-starred in A Fish Called Wanda and Fierce Creatures. He has appeared in many other films, from James Bond to Harry Potter to Shrek, and has guest-starred in TV shows that have included 3rd Rock from the Sun, Will & Grace and Entourage. He lives in London.
In his memoir So, Anyway… Cleese takes readers on a Grand Tour of his ascent in the entertainment world, from his humble beginnings in a sleepy English town and his early comedic days at Cambridge University (with future Python partner Graham Chapman) to the founding of the landmark comedy troupe that would propel him to worldwide renown. After getting his start as a writer and actor on the landmark David Frost-hosted The Frost Report, where he worked alongside many who would also later become comedy icons, Cleese landed his most famous role as a star of the TV show Monty Python’s Flying Circus. To the legions of Python fans and comedy aficionados, Cleese’s work with the Pythons has become the stuff of legend. His signature characters – including the Minister of Silly Walks and the owner (and would-be returner) of a dead parrot – embodied his knack for madcap buffoonery played completely straight and catapulted him to the shortlist of funniest men alive. Twisting and turning through amazing stories and hilarious digressions – with some brief pauses along the way that comprise a fascinating primer on what’s funny and why – the story of a young man’s journey to the pinnacle of comedy is a masterly performance by a master performer.
Eric Idle is an English comedian, actor, author, singer, writer and comedic composer. Idle was a member of the English surreal comedy group Monty Python, a member of the Rutles on Saturday Night Live, and the author of the Broadway musical Spamalot.

Glendale Latino Association November Mixer
2014-11-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Porto’s Bakery, 315 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
“COPS FOR KIDS” Toys Drive
Network, food, and fun…
Bring a drawing prize. Get your business recognized. Bring a friend or two!
Admission: $10 Members $15 Non-Members

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Presents Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 3
2014-11-15 20:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Facing a tight deadline? Don’t despair – you’re in good company! When the time finally came for Beethoven to conduct and perform his long-gestating Piano Concerto No, 3, he rushed to get parts ready for the orchestra and barely scratched out a vague solo part for himself. By all reports, his page-turner had a very rough night, but Beethoven sailed through beautifully. On-the-spot creativity paid off for Beethoven, just as it could for you!
Jeffrey Kahane conducts the Piano Concerto from the keyboard, emulating Beethoven at the premiere. The evening opens with delicate works by French Baroque composer Rameau. Paul Neubauer, youngest-ever musician to be appointed to a principal chair of the New York Philharmonic, performs a Concerto composed especially for him.

Live Talks LA Presents Martin Short In Conversation with Steve Martin
2014-11-09 19:30 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Martin Short, Emmy and Tony award-winning Canadian-born actor and comic, is adored for his work on SCTV and Saturday Night Live, in such great comic movies as Three Amigos! and Father of the Bride, and in memorable talk show, prime-time and theatrical appearances from Damages to his one-man Broadway hit Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me.
Short’s memoir, I Must Say: My Life As A Humble Comedy Legend, tells how a showbiz-obsessed kid from Canada transformed himself into one of Hollywood’s favorite funny men – a hilarious, occasionally heart-breaking ride through his life and times from his early years in Toronto as a member of fabled improvisational troupe Second City to Saturday Night Live to memorable movie roles. He reveals how he created his most indelible comedic characters, among them manic man-child Ed Grimley, slimy corporate lawyer Nathan Thurm, and bizarrely insensitive interviewer Jiminy Glick. Throughout, Short freely shares the spotlight with friends, colleagues, and collaborators, including Steve Martin, Tom Hanks, Gilda Radner, Mel Brooks, Nora Ephron, Eugene Levy, Catherine O’Hara, Paul Shaffer and David Letterman.
But there is another side to Short’s life that he has long kept private. He lost his eldest brother and both his parents by the time he turned twenty and, more recently, he lost his wife of thirty years to cancer. In I Must Say, Short talks for the first time about the pain those losses inflicted and the upbeat life philosophy that has kept him resilient and carried him through.
We welcome Steve Martin back to Live Talks Los Angeles. He interviewed Tina Fey when her book Bossypants was released. As an actor, comedian, author, playwright, screenwriter, producer and musician, Steve Martin is one of the most diversified performers and acclaimed artists of his generation. With a list of credits too numerous to mention, Martin has been successful as a writer of and performer in some of the most popular movies of recent film history – appearing in more than 50 films over the course of his career. As a compadre of Martin Short’s in The Three Amigos, he’s the perfect person to lead this conversation.

OPM Legends and the Diva
2014-11-08 19:30 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Onstage Productions and LF LIVE Entertainment proudly bring you the best of the original Filipino OPM (Original Pilipino Music) Legends – Rico J. Puno, Marco Sison, Hajji Alejandro and Jessa Zaragoza – together in one special evening concert. Buy your tickets now! VIP seats are limited.
Performance Languages: English and Tagalog

A Photographic Journey of My Homeland, Armenia
2014-11-06 19:00 - 20:30 | CA
Physicist and photographer Vahe Peroomian will speak about his newly published travel book, A Photographic Journey of my Homeland, Armenia.
A Photographic Journey of my Homeland, Armenia, was published in April 2014, and contains photo essays chronicling Peroomian’s travels and experiences in Armenia and Nagorno- Karabakh from 2004 to 2011 and featuring 215 stunning colors, and infrared black and white photographs. “With every short walk, and with every kilometer driven, I wiped clean the slate of my early impressions of Armenia, and fell in love with the vibrant landscape, teeming with life, with beauty, and with ancient wonders,” stated Peroomian. In addition to road trips to ancient sites, churches, and monuments, Peroomian’s essays include his experiences covering the 2008 presidential elections, commemorations of the Armenian Genocide, and the unveiling of a millennial church discovered in the forests of Karabakh.
Vahé Peroomian, is a professor of physics and astronomy at UCLA and carries out research in space science and space weather. He is also the president of the Board of Trustees of Glendale Community College. Peroomian’s love of photography blossomed into a passion fourteen years ago. He is a self-trained photographer, and prefers a hands-on approach and independent experimentation with photographic styles and techniques. He has found that the same off-the- wall approach that works in solving physics problems helped him see the landscapes in a new light. The play between cloud and landscape in his book characterizes the manifestation of his viewpoint in his photographs.
For more information email Elizabeth Grigorian, Armenian Outreach Coordinator, Glendale Library, Arts & Culture Department or (818) 548-3288.

Glendale Galleria Santa Photos
2014-11-06 10:00 | Glendale Galleria, 100 W. Broadway, Glendale, CA, 91210, United States
Location: Level 1 in JCPenney Court
Visit the Ultimate Santa Experience!
November 6 – December 24
Glendale Galleria and Dream Works Animation take guests on a never-before-seen, magical experience with Adventure to Santa. Join Shrek and his friends as they take you on an interactive journey to find Santa at the North Pole.
Once your journey is complete, you’ll visit with Santa and pose for a keepsake photo of your unforgettable experience!
This 15-minute adventure is must-do for the entire family and does not require waiting in line! Reserve your spot today.

Glendale Arts Indulge for the Arts
2014-11-05 18:00 | The Moose Den, 156 S. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91204, United States
Indulge for the Arts at Glendale’s newest pub and game room – The Moose Den! Join Glendale Arts as we host another wonderful evening of food, drinks and music – all in support of the arts.
$20 gets you in the door, a drink and some light fare. A cash bar and full menu will also be available for the evening. Proceeds from the evening will go to Glendale Arts’ programming and community outreach.

Los Angeles Ballet Presents Swan Lake
2014-11-01 19:30 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Los Angeles Ballet’s acclaimed production of Swan Lake returns! Choreographed by Artistic Directors Colleen Neary and Thordal Christensen, it is the abiding tale of a Swan Queen, a Prince, an evil spell, and an eternal love.

Glendale Adventist Medical Center Laugh 4 A Cause
2014-10-26 17:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
3rd Annual Laugh 4 A Cause – A night of laughter and fun presented by the Glendale Adventist Medical Center Cancer Care Guild and produced by Vahik Pirhamzei. Comedian K-von and friends will delight with their humor and comedy skits.
Proceeds from this night of comedy will go to advance and expand the GAMC Cancer Center services – where life, love and hope connect.
For additional information regarding the event:
Contact Gayle Craig at 818.398.7043

Fall Festival at The Americana at Brand
2014-10-26 13:00 - 16:00 | The Americana at Brand, 889 Americana Way, Glendale, CA, 91210, United States
Join us for the annual Fall Festival at The Americana at Brand on Sunday, October 26 from 1-4pm on The Green. Enjoy an afternoon of live music, crafts, pumpkin carving demos by Masterpiece Pumpkins, face painting, candy sampling by Sugarfina, cupcake decorating with Sprinkles Cupcakes, pumpkin decorating, raffles, costumes and more!

Alex Film Society Presents Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein
2014-10-25 20:00, 2014-10-25 14:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello join forces with Universal’s menagerie of famous monsters in ABBOTT AND COSTELLO MEET FRANKENSTEIN – a perfect blending of classic comedy and terror. The boys were never funnier, combining verbal routines with their best slapstick gags. A top-notch supporting cast plays it absolutely straight, with Bela Lugosi as Dracula for only the second time, Lon Chaney Jr. making his full moon change into The Wolf Man, and Glenn Strange stalking the boys as Frankenstein’s Monster. Even Vincent Price gets a cameo as The Invisible man. This top grosser for Universal still holds all its charm.

Glendale Youth Alliance Roast of City Manager Scott Ochoa
2014-10-23 18:00 | Vertigo Event Venue, 400 W. Glenoaks Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91202, United States
Glendale Youth Alliance is proud to present a “Roast” in honor of Glendale City Manager Scott Ochoa and invite you to take part by donating a silent auction item and also attending our much anticipated event. We value your commitment to the youth of our community and hope that you can assist us. The silent auction will take place during the “Roast” on October 23, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Vertigo Event Venue, 400 West Glenoaks Blvd. Glendale, CA.
The Glendale Youth Alliance (GYA) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization and a partnership between government, education and our local community. Since 1993, GYA has provided employment and training services to over 7,350 local youth. We are committed to serving at-risk youth ages 14 to 21, predominantly from low income and disadvantaged families. GYA is the only Glendale organization that provides paid work experience and an opportunity for youth to gain the skills necessary to succeed in the workforce. Many prominent professionals in our community can now trace the beginning of their working lives to GYA. We, as a community, need to invest in our youth today to ensure a better future for us all!
At this time we are utilizing all our efforts to give our youth a chance to succeed in the workforce. Please complete the reservation/silent auction form on the reverse side and return it to the address indicated by October 10, 2014.
If you have any questions or would like to RSVP, please contact Tina Osborn at (818) 548-2714 or via e-mail tosborn@glendaleca.gov
Thank you for investing in the future workforce of our community!
Click here to learn more and reserve your tickets

Glendale Latino Association October Mixer
2014-10-22 17:30 - 20:00 | Frida Mexican Cuisine, 750 Americana Way, Glendale, CA, 91210, United States

Boyz II Men Album Release Concert
2014-10-20 19:30 - 21:00 | The Americana at Brand, 889 Americana Way, Glendale, CA, 91210, United States
See Boyz II Men live for their Album Release Concert at The Americana at Brand on October 20 at 7:30pm! Free and open to the public.

AM870 The Answer Presents Townhall 2014
2014-10-19 17:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
AM870 THE ANSWER is proud to present TOWNHALL 2014 – LIVE from the legendary Alex Theatre in Glendale!!! This year’s participants include Dennis Prager, Michael Medved, Hugh Hewitt and your entire Morning Answer Team (Brian, Ben and Elisha). You don’t want to miss this evening of insightful talk and challenging and candid thoughts.
A limited number of VIP Orchestra 1 tickets are available; these tickets include special front of house seating and admittance to an al fresco pre-show (3:30 to 4:30 pm) VIP party in the area adjacent to the Artists Entrance. VIP ticket holders will need to check in at the KRLA table upon arrival at the theatre to pick up a VIP wristband.
The theatre Courtyard will be open starting at 3:00 pm, and Townhall 2014 begins at 5:00 pm.

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Presents Mozart Serenade
2014-10-18 20:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
In the summer of 1776, wealthy Salzburg resident Sigmund Haffner asked his talented childhood friend to compose music for his sister’s wedding. Mozart was only too happy to oblige – particularly since Haffner insisted that he spare no expense. Befitting the lavish marriage festivities, Mozart created the celebratory Serenade that now bears the Haffner name.
‘Superlative young conductor’ Douglas Boyd (Chicago Tribune) spotlights the artistry of fellow Brits to open the evening: composer George Benjamin, who found inspiration in a Turner oil hanging in London’s Tate Gallery, and soloist Steven Isserlis, one of only two living cellists inducted into Gramophone’s Hall of Fame. Isserlis treats us to the sparkling Haydn Concerto. Join LACO for a musical toast to friendship and a happy-ever-after.

In Person Film Series & Q&A Robert Altman's A Prairie Home Companion
2014-10-16 19:30 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Prospect House Entertainment & Glendale Arts present a Q&A celebrity screening of Robert Altman’s last feature film, A Prairie Home Companion.
Altman family home movies will be shown prior to screening with commentary by Altman family member.
Robert Altman directs an all-star ensemble cast in this cinematic adaptation of one of public radio’s longest running hit shows – Garrison Keillor’s ‘Prairie Home Companion.’
Starring Lily Tomlin, Meryl Streep, Maya Rudolph, John C. Reilly, Virginia Madsen, Lindsay Lohan, Kevin Kline, Garrison Keillor, Tommy Lee Jones and Woody Harrelson.
A special guest cast member and moderator will take the Alex Theatre stage for a LIVE Q&A before the screening. A Prairie Home Companion will be presented in 35mm.
Q&A participants subject to change without notice in event of scheduling conflicts.
