HOW DO WE RECOGNIZE GIFTEDNESS IN CHILDREN AND WHAT DO WE DO ABOUT IT Wednesday, February 16, at 7:30 – 8:30 PM
BENEFITS OF SMALL CLASS SIZESON A CHILD’S ACADEMIC AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT Tuesday, March 8, at 7:30 – 8:30 PM
THE HOMEWORK DILEMMA Tuesday, April 5, at 7:30 – 8:30 PM

LA Opera and the Beverly Hills Public Library hosts a free talk tied to the 2010-2011 Opera Season presented by Rose Vardanian, an LA Opera Community Educator. This months features Topic: Turn of the Screw by Benjamin Britten.

Come and meet the winemakers, owners and executives representing the finest wineries in Washington and Oregon while tasting the wines making waves in the Northwest. A generous selection of appetizer foods, cheeses, and meats from McCormicks – they feature an amazing happy hour before and after the event!

1st -5th grade girls and their fathers are invited to share “A Night of a Thousand Stars” inside historic Greystone Mansion. The evening will include: A savory Italian dinner and desserts. Dancing and fun interaction provided by GO Entertainment DJ Evening attire required. Advance registration required as this event is limited to 40 couples. Registration: (310) 285-6850

The American Association of Retired Persons (A.A.R.P.) in cooperation with the IRS will sponsor a free Tax-Aide service for all middle and low income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 years and older. Appointments are required and will be made on a first-come first-serve basis. So don’t be left-out – reserve your spot today.

Starting in March The City of Beverly Hills will be offering an Adult 7-on-7 soccer league at Beverly Hills High School. Games will be played on Sunday mornings. Both men’s and Coed divisions will be offered.

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Design and build large masks that reach towards the sky, inspired by the masquerade arts of Central Nigeria. At this drop-in art-making session, families will use cardboard and raffia to create walking works of art!

Summer at Brentwood provides a safe and nurturing environment where students entering Kindergarten-12th Grade engage in a broad range of classes, sports, and activities within a vibrant and diverse community. Our team of dedicated faculty, staff, coaches, and counselors are here to provide a memorable experience for your child. Follow link to read more….

Polorizing Playwright Neil LaBute, best known for his mischievious take on gender politics, tackles a new relationship – man and God – in this world premiere play. Contains mature language and subject matter.

These simple homemade candies will delight your various Valentines, whatever their ages. Dessert maker extraordinaire Corinne Le shares her very favorite recipe with us for a sweet treat.

Featuring a recitation of Lincoln’s magnificent, world-famous, Gettysburg Address. Everyone is invited to this event which commemorates Lincoln’s Birthday. The program features beautiful and unique music and songs that Lincoln admired. The Remembrance concludes with birthday cake for all.

The Academy spotlights the work of the nominated filmmakers in the Documentary Short Subject and Documentary Feature categories with the second annual “Docs!” night. The program will include film clips from each of the nominated documentaries in both categories, and a panel discussion with each group of nominees.

Actor, writer, director, producer and four-time Oscar nominee Kenneth Branagh will host “Shorts!” Branagh earned a nomination in the Live Action Short Film category for “Swan Song” (1992). Oscar Week kicks off with “Shorts!,” featuring screenings of all the Oscar-nominated films in the Animated and Live Action Short Film categories, plus an onstage discussion with the filmmakers (schedules permitting).

Join fellow novice and professional artists in Drawing from Antiquity, featuring a different theme every month. Artist Jaime Ursic guides a lesson and critique on the first and fourth Saturdays; participants work independently on remaining Saturdays. February’s theme is fauna.

Leonard Nimoy, Robert Sean Leonard, Tim Curry, and Viola Davis lead this year’s lineup of terrific actors reading luscious tales of food and passions, politics, mystery and deep sea adventure.

Geeta Novotny artistry has been reviewed as “undeniably confident and regal,” “beautiful,” and “seductive.” She has performed principal roles with esteemed opera companies from the New York City’s Carnegie Hall and The Metropolitan Opera House to the Los Angeles Opera. Enoy this beautiful music in Beverly Hills.

Artist and designer Bob Peak (1927–1992) has been hailed as the “father of the modern Hollywood movie poster.” His unique style of motion picture advertising imagery will be on display. Multiple designs will be presented for nearly 50 films from among the more than 100 campaigns he designed in the 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s. Admission Free.

The David W. Streets Gallery hosted the first public viewings of the first 17 images of the Norsigian Collection, which remain on display by popular demand. These are images from the glass negatives that were purchased by Rick Norsigian in 2000 at a garage sale in Fresno, California. Most are of Yosemite, while others are of Carmel, Fisherman’s Wharf, and other Northern California scenes.

Join other dog lovers to watch dogs compete in a number of demonstrations such as flyball, obedience and frisbee competitions in Barn 9A.

Volunteer Naturalist Dora leads this meditative walk exploring Franklin Canyon’s sensory rich trails. The natural cycles of the plants and animals in the canyon provide subtle to dramatic changes in the colors, aromas, and sounds experienced on this easy to moderate walk. Bring water.

On the edge of a large metropolis, Franklin Canyon is an oasis of natural peace, beauty, and breath-taking views. Enjoy the park on these rare evening hikes under the light of a full moon. All ages welcome. 2hrs

Capture A Nature Moment Franklin Canyon is a photographer’s paradise. Let Volunteer Naturalist Joanne, an experienced photographer; teach you the tricks of nature photography while enjoying Franklin Canyon.

Based on the bestselling novel by William Boyd, Any Human Heart is a rollercoaster ride through one man’s life. A trio of great actors portray the different life stages of hero Logan Mountstuart…

Preservationist group denounces the demolition of the building that served as a celebrity playhouse. LATimes.com – January 30, 2011. READ FULL STORY