Family Promise to fill empty bowls, new leaders for P.E.O. Sisterhood

Family Promise is having its third annual Empty Bowl fundraiser on June 2 with proceeds going to provide safe shelter, meals and support for homeless families.

Senior Ticktockers culminate community service

The 2013 Senior Class of Ticktockers from National Charity League Glendale culminated their six years of volunteer service during the 62nd annual Senior Presentation, themed "Dancing in the Moonlight."

On the Town: Providence St. Joseph Medical Center Guild hosts New York fling

A whopping Glendale contingent went to "New York, New York" without having to buy a plane ticket. Actually, the New York theme wove through the annual fashion show and luncheon of the Providence St. Joseph Medical Center Guild.

Glendale YWCA is 87 and still growing

Officials at the YWCA unveiled their Giving Tree during an early-evening reception on March 21. Proceeds from the sale of the tree's leaves support the many programs offered by the organization, like the Domestic Violence program.

Toll students go to Washington, D.C.

Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) met on March 20 in Washington D.C. with a group of 70 seventh- and eighth-grade students and their chaperons from Glendale's Toll Middle School.

Hoop Heroes game benefits Salvation Army's Zone Academy

The Hoop Heroes Basketball Championship Game has played a major part in helping youngsters in the Salvation Army's Zone Academy improve their literacy.

Chabad Jewish Center of Glendale celebrates 13 years with gala

Chabad Jewish Center of Glendale and the Foothill Communities celebrated 13 years serving the local community with its first Benefit Event & Gala on March 3 at the La Cañada Flintridge Country Club.

Glendale Quilt Guild's 34th annual Quilt Show weaves families together

Activities for the whole family are stitched into the Glendale Quilt Guild's 34th annual Quilt Show beginning Thursday night through Sunday at the Burbank Airport Marriott Convention Center.

Bras for a Cause is a 10

Can it really be 10 years ago that Soroptimist International of Glendale began their wildly daring fundraiser, Bras for a Cause? It was an honor to be one of the three judges that first year and I remember the huge number of entries and the fun and wacky themes. The genius who started this unique...

Ticktockers honored for caring for the victims of abuse

The National Charity League Ticktocker Class of 2016 was honored for its commitment to the women and children in the YWCA Domestic Violence Program during the Character and Ethics Awards Ceremony in February.

Northwest Glendale Lions Club present award to Glendale Youth Alliance

The Northwest Glendale Lions Club presented the annual Community Appreciation Award to the Glendale Youth Alliance at the Feb. 7 meeting at Shaker's Restaurant. Karine Grigoryan, Community Development supervisor for Glendale Youth Alliance, accepted the award.

Scholarships raised at luncheon at Oakmont Country Club

The Glendale Area Alumnae Panhellenic will have its 65th annual Scholarship Luncheon on March 16 at the Oakmont Country Club.

Las Candelas shine their light on children

Three longtime members of Las Candelas were recognized for serving the most years during the "Springtime's Promise" luncheon fashion show on Monday at the Burbank Airport Marriott.

Women's Civic League presenting next candidate forum at Glendale Elks Lodge

The Glendale Homeowners Coordinating Council held a forum on Feb. 20 at the First Congregational Church of Glendale featuring candidates running in the April 2 city elections. Participating candidates were Rick Barnes, Jefferson Black, Sam Engel, Laura Friedman, Aram Kazazian, Roland Kedikian,...

Don sneakers for CROP Hunger Walk

The 18th annual Glendale/Foothill Communities 5K CROP Hunger Walk is Sunday and begins at Incarnation Catholic Church, 1001 N. Brand Blvd. Registration and pre-walk activities begin at 1 p.m. with the walk kickoff at 1:30.

Children benefit from fundraiser Dinners From The Heart

Hathaway-Sycamores Child and Family Services will benefit from the fundraiser Dinners From The Heart tonight and Thursday. Several local restaurants are participating, and the event raises funds for Hathaway-Sycamores' therapeutic and other support services for children and families struggling...

Glendale wins 29th consecutive Tree City USA Award

Glendale Beautiful, in cooperation with the city of Glendale Community Services and Parks, will celebrate the 63rd Arbor Day on Tuesday at the Casa Adobe de San Rafael Park, 1330 Dorothy Drive, Glendale. Coffee social is at 10 a.m., and the program at 10:30.

'Heart of Business Expo' prepares business women inside and out

Local business women and budding entrepreneurs mixed business with pleasure during the "Heart of Business Expo" presented by the American Business Women's Assn.'s Verdugo Glen chapter on Feb. 9 at the Glendale Elks Lodge.

Cabrini Literary Guild celebrates 70th anniversary at Oakmont Country Club

The Cabrini Literary Guild will mark its 70th anniversary beginning at 11 a.m. March 2 at the Oakmont Country Club. In keeping with the celebration year, the cost to attend is $70.

Scouts learn Commandments on annual hike

In keeping with the tradition of teaching strong morals and good character, the local chapter of Boys Scouts of America recently combined a learning experience with an activity its members enjoy the most — hiking.

Luncheon funds scholarships for Glendale Community College transfer students

Glendale Latino Assn. will have its annual installation and awards luncheon beginning at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 28 at Oakmont Country Club.

Three local women honored by Las Candelas

Las Candelas will celebrate 60 years of serving emotionally challenged children during its Springtime's Promise fashion show luncheon on Feb. 25 at the Marriott-Burbank Airport Hotel.

National Boy Scouts board delays decision on changing its stance on sexual orientation

With the Boy Scouts of America announcing Wednesday that it would delay a decision on whether to allow gay members and leaders, local representatives say they are in a holding pattern.

Guide puppy in training visits Glendale Lions Club sponsors

Members of the Northwest Glendale Lions Club received an update on their special pet project — guide puppy in training — when Cybelle came to visit the Jan. 24 meeting at Shakers Restaurant.