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Book Chamber: December Book Choice

from Constance Hornig, Book Chamber Chair

December 2, 2021

On December 21 (the 3rd Tuesday) openly declare the best-est, most loved , memorable book you have ever read.  Each one of us will name her personal favorite. Do you cherish a childhood story – Little Women, Charlotte’s Web, or Winnie the Pooh?  Or a can’t-put-down book from young adulthood – Pride and Prejudice, Jane Eyre,… Read more »

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Save the Date

from Phyllis Hansen, Director of Programs

December 2, 2021

Monday, December 6, 6:00 p.m. Speaker Program with Dr. Rosaly Lopes, Senior Research Scientist, JPL Learn about her life as a leading force in the exploration and discovery of volcanoes on earth and our solar system and her work in NASA Missions. On Zoom Wednesday, December 8, 10:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m. Holiday Boutique Shop in… Read more »

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Joint Message From the President and Executive Director

from Patricia Lombard and Stacy Brightman

November 4, 2021

We are departing from our tradition of separate messages this month in honor of our recent celebration of Charter Day which featured a conversation with me and Stacy, our first Executive Director who shared with us her vision for the future of the Ebell which aligns so perfectly with our needs and aspirations for the… Read more »

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The Ebell Holiday Boutique and Luncheon Returns December 8

from Karlene Taylor, Chair Ebell 2021 Holiday Boutique and Luncheon

November 4, 2021

Get ready to sip, shop and celebrate – our annual Holiday Boutique & Luncheon returns in-person Wednesday, December 8. We’ve invited over 20 artisans this year, all from our local community. With products ranging from beautiful handmade jewelry to delicious chocolates, you’ll be sure to find the perfect gift for everyone (including yourself!). This year,… Read more »

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Results of the Membership Survey: Covid Safety Protocols

from Stacy Brightman, Executive Director of The Ebell

November 4, 2021

At the end of August, the Ebell Board of Directors asked the staff to develop and distribute a survey to the members to better understand their comfort level with in-person events and, specifically, with dining and meals as part of Ebell events.  Nearly 60% of members responded, and we remain deeply grateful to everyone for… Read more »

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Book Drive for Disabled Veterans

November 4, 2021

Member Laura Louden has been collecting books for Disabled Veterans and taking them to the VA Medical Center Library in West Los Angeles.  All are invited to add to her collection. Donors are asked to drop books off at The Ebell (at the Lucerne entrance) and she will pick them up and distribute them. Fiction and… Read more »

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Volunteers Needed for The 2021 Ebell Holiday Boutique & Luncheon

from Karlene Taylor, Chair Ebell 2021 Holiday Boutique and Luncheon

November 4, 2021

We need your help! Please volunteer at the 2021 Ebell Holiday Boutique & Luncheon Our annual Holiday Boutique and Luncheon is returning to the Ebell on December 8 and we need your help to make it a success. There are multiple ways to support The Ebell during our largest annual fundraiser: December 8 Registration Table… Read more »

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Laura Cohen writes new NextDoor Satire for Zoom

November 4, 2021

Member Laura Cohen has written and co-produced a new play for NEO Ensemble Theatre – Neighborhood Newsy 2021 – “an edgy satire based on NextDoor and the kind of craziness neighbors share online about homelessness, property values, dog poop and vaxxing”. The show is a sequel to last year’s Neighborhood Newsy: Zoom Edition, which you… Read more »

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Trimming Our Crepe Myrtle

from Patricia Lombard, 64th President of The Ebell of Los Angeles

Posted by Patricia Lombard

November 4, 2021

Our stately Crepe Myrtle that anchors the courtyard garden got a trim last week when arborist Cy Carlberg dropped by The Ebell to help us shape the tree at the request of our special events staff. It seems our tree blocks the views for some guests and contributes a bit of extra plant materials to… Read more »

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