We left the newly completed Haggarty Mansion in 1931 on the front edge of what became the Great Depression, though the severity of it wasn’t apparent for a year or two. John Joseph Haggarty and wife Bertha had just completed their 3rd mansion at 421 Paseo Del Mar
Read MoreCareer Day was one of the highlights of my elementary school days. The anticipation would build on the way to school and finally culminate in heart exploding joy as the welcoming rainbow balloon arch came into view, signaling far and wide, the fun planned for the day.
Read MoreDo you know what the earliest form of money was? It was the cowry (also spelled cowrie) shell, which comes from the monetaria moneta small sea snail species. Not all cowries were considered money, just the small white or beige varieties.
Read MoreIt was in the summer of 2006 when Patrick Sean O’Malley was commissioned to paint his first mural at Torrance Memorial Medical Center; four scenic wooden panels to be placed around the outdoor cafeteria seating area. The panels were so well received that more panels were added to cover the entire seating area and surround it with beautiful nature scenes.
Read MoreOur YWCA, here in San Pedro, California, was designed by the distinguished Architect and Engineer, Julia Morgan. Ms. Morgan, the first woman to be licensed as an Architect in California, was a trailblazer and a pioneer. Indeed, she was the first woman to be admitted to the world renowned lʹÉcole nationale supérieure des Beaux‐Arts in Paris.
Read MoreJune 1st 2021 will be the 96th birthday of Marilyn Monroe
Read MoreFrom the sea to the trees, Palos Verdes never runs short on new photography. It excites the seasoned and the beginner for the exact same reasons. Same place, same time, different day equals different photo.
Read MoreMany credit our nation’s sixteenth President, Abraham Lincoln, with establishing our National Day of Remembrance, Decoration Day, later known as Memorial Day, for those soldiers who lost their lives during the Civil War.
Read More“June Is Bustin’ Out All Over” is one of the memorable tunes and dance number of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s famed musical Carousel that inspired this month’s theme. J
Read MoreMARK YOUR CALENDAR! A FUN, FREE & FANTASTIC LECTURE ON JUNE 10, 2022 AT 4PM AT HESSE COMMUNITY PARK.
Hear Shelley Stockwell Nicholas, Ph.D. President of the International Hypnosis Federation share the wisdom and traditions of Bali - the land of love, laughter, and spirit.
Read MoreNo kidding! Goat’s make the most wonderful companions.
We already know how great dogs are. They make us happy after a long day at work, keep us in shape, and take care of us just as much as we take care of them. But one of your favorite farm animals is giving man's best friend a run for his money.
Read MoreOver the years the mountains, hillsides and rural terrain of California have claimed the lives of many civilian and military personnel.
Read MoreI have just returned from a wonderful trip to South Africa and Zimbabwe with my son, a trip delayed two years due to the pandemic. The most wonderful part of the trip was the 3 days we spent on Safari.
Read MoreThe history of Neighborhood Church really begins with the birth of John Joseph Haggarty in London England, in 1864. By 1887 he had eared what amounts to a Masters Degree and emigrated to the US, landing in St Louis where he worked for a major dry goods retailer and discovered that he had a real aptitude for retail.
Read MorePalos Verdes boasts a rich and colorful canvas for photographers to come and enjoy. The mustard, the greenery, blues of the waters mixed in with the palate of seasonal representations give this peninsula 365 days of opportunities to capture nature’s finest.
Read MoreOn May 6, at an annual meeting, the Foundation Board at Torrance Memorial allocated over $15M to the Medical Center. The funds support the many programs and innovative treatments bringing exceptional care to the South Bay community. Thank you to the many donors who made this possible by generously giving throughout the year.
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