Monthly Archives: July 2009

THE GUARDIAN PART 3

by Stan Lerner

Foreword by Stan Lerner: “The Guardian” in its entirety is posted at the end of each installment. So, if you’re new to the series just scroll down to the beginning and enjoy some storytelling. The police, led by plain clothed Detective Fry, storm the room just as the dark figure brings the metal baton down [...]

A Basketball Decision – Familiar Faces and Free Agent Races

by Michael Chavez

Clippers Owner Donald T. Sterling resisted a trade with Memphis on draft day. Sterling said a trade would only be made if it were a “basketball decision.” Good morrow, Zach Randolph. The Clips need Blake Griffin, the first pick overall in last Thursday’s draft to put some minutes under his belt. Yes, trading you for [...]

Dancing With Snakes

by Rabbi Daniel Lapen

I did not participate in the hysterical outpouring of emotion and mass mourning for Michael Jackson.  I think he was a terribly tragic figure who lived a lonely life and died a lonely death.  But he certainly could dance. His famous ‘moon-dance’ was magical.  Smooth and seductive, it was hard to tear your gaze away; [...]

MOVIE REVIEW: SURVEILLANCE

by Debbie Lynn Elias

It takes one heckuva film or performance for me to be swayed into a position of utter allegiance to an actor, writer or director, but with SURVEILLANCE, writer/director Jennifer Lynch has  done just that, solidifying my belief in her unique vision, style and solid execution of a project.   Already known for pushing the envelope [...]

Hello Wine Lovers

by Mike Berger

 It’s Wednesday, July 1st and tonight, from 5pm until 8pm, the “rolling wine bar” at Ralphs  will  host Kendall Jackson Winery and feature their Merlot varietals.  Kendall Jackson is a household name in the wine industry.  What most people do not know is that Kendall Jackson (KJ) is a major player in the high-end California [...]