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  • Why Horror and Slasher Films" have never been done in English where Latinos and people of color are the Leads

    Rachel Ganz, Observer staff writer|Sep 16, 2020

    On Wednesday evening 8 pm, September 2, 2020 the chic Arena Cinelounge at the Mountalban Rooftop, 1615 Vine Street Hollywood, re-opened (with new COVID-19 safety precautions) to showcase the award winning slasher film “ MURDER IN THE WOODS”. The Arena Cinelounge, a Los Angeles based arthouse cinema, on the rooftop at the Mountalban, provided a beautiful 360 degree view of Hollywood and Los Angeles. It was a refreshing escape from all the COVID-19 Pandemic shutdowns and restrictions to be...

  • Laughing Past the Graveyard: Burbank Covedy Festival Promotes Laughter During the #covid19 #Coronavirus Pandemic

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Aug 24, 2020

    "The 7th Annual Burbank CoVedy Festival " is the first exclusively virtual global comedy festival produced and showcased by the Flappers Comedy Club & Restaurant on August 9-22, 2020.( https:ll.www.flapperscomedy.com/7th-annual-burbank-covedy-festival/) In a time of pandemic, the world needs laughter. The name of the festival is a play on Covid-19, another name for Coronavirus Ben Rosen is a comedian and writer who performs all over Los Angeles. He has written jokes for Nickelodeon,...

  • "Up All Night" is a very provocative, and exhilarating story of the legendary Ted Turner and CNN'S Historic Birth

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Aug 7, 2020

    Following a zoom conversation last week with author Lisa Napoli about her new book "Up All Night: Ted Turner, CNN and The Birth of 24-Hour News'' I immediately ordered my copy on Amazon. It is a well written and compelling history and launch of 24 –hour news CNN in 1980 by the genius and quirky Ted Turner. Lisa Napoli started her career in the summer of 1981 as an unpaid teenage intern at CNN'S New York Bureau. She is an accomplished journalist having worked at the New York Times, Market...

  • Traveling to Boston with children? Experience an Exciting Outdoor Safari Walk at Franklin Park Zoo!

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Jun 26, 2020

    The Zoo New England's Franklin Park Zoo, One Franklin Park Road Boston Mass 02121, reopened on June 4, 2020 following its closure doe to health precautions due to the coronavirus pandemic in March 2020 I was fortunate to experience the marvelous Franklin Park Zoo last weekend with my family including my two animal loving grandsons. All the exhibits were open except the indoor exhibits including the Tropical Forest, which is home to Western lowland gorillas, ring-tailed lemurs, pygmy hippos,...

  • Chasing after the Phenomenal Blue Bioluminescent Waves in Southern California

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Jun 2, 2020

    When the California beaches reopened this past weekend, after being closed due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, I had an insatiable desire to see the remarkable blue bioluminescent waves before they vanished. They were illuminating the beaches from Baja California to Santa Cruse for over a month. On Friday eve May 22, 2020 I drove to the Santa Monica beach by the Pier and anxiously waited for a few hours past sunset, but no blue waves were to be seen. After speaking with a nice couple by the Pier,...

  • George Floyd Was a Peace and Love Man Says Close Friend Christopher Harris, Who Preached Non-Violence

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Jun 2, 2020

    After speaking with several of George Floyd's family members and close friend Christopher Harris I cried. Tears rolled down my cheeks as I heard the countless stories of how everyone who was lucky enough to know George adored him for his kindness, unconditional love and generosity to all mankind. Harris says Floyd wanted this world to be a melting pot of the light of G-ds goodwill for all people. George Floyd, who was 6ft6 240 lbs., 46 years old, a former high school football and basketball...

  • Covid-19 Brings New Dating Apps, New Sex Toys, Online Orgies and Virtual Hookups

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Lifestyle Writer|Apr 26, 2020

    With over a billion people in seclusion because of the world wide Corona-virus Pandemic it's not surprising that single people are seeking new ways to pass the time and socialize while practicing "social distancing. On March 24, 2020 Corey Price, Vice President of Pornhub stated in a press release announced that Pornhub is offering free Pornhub Premium worldwide, to encourage people to stay home and reduce the spreading of the Corona-virus. Many of the online dating apps like JDate, Bumble, OK...

  • Make Taco Tuesday in America Great Again by Giving Tacos to Healthcare Workers

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Apr 20, 2020

    The Corona –Virus Pandemic has been very stressful with economic disasters, social distancing, thousands of new coronavirus cases, and overwhelmed hospitals and their staff. We must pull together, stand tall and help those in need. It is people like Jazmine Marie and Luca Marino who organized the “Go fund me fundraiser” Taco Tuesday COVID-19 LA Initiative https://www.gofundme.com/f/taco-tuesday-covid19-initiative that feeds our dedicated hospital staff and healthcare employees that can...

  • Passover in an Era of Social Distancing, Coronavirus and Covid-19: Pickup Curbside

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Apr 12, 2020
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     Barbara Lazaroff, founder of the outstanding SPAGO  restaurant Beverly Hills announced that their 36th Annual Seder will be a "Seder to go" with curbside pickup on Wednesday April 8 and Thursday April 9, 2020 Barara Lazaroff explained "Due to the COVID 19 demand for to the social distancing order at this time Spago's beloved charity seder will be a To Go event only."  SPAGO'S 36TH Seder Dinner will benefit "MAZON" a Jewish response to end hunger among all faiths –"Passover Seder Dinner...

  • Nikki Kris, an unassuming beauty from Texas Drives Her Pickup in LA to Avoid Clowns

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Mar 11, 2020

    CLOWN FEAR, a movie directed and written by Minh Collins is a true Horror Film or Dark Comedy held its Red Carpet Premiere and Post Party at the Laemmle Fine Arts Theater, 8556 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills on Saturday evening, February 22, 2020. Its film stars included Sadie Katz, Nikki Kris, Randy Wayne, Augie Dukes, Tiffany Brooke- Fest and Courtney Akhbar. I was able to chat and interview actress Nikki Kris, an unassuming beauty from Texas who still loves to drive her pickup truck around...

  • Jay Leno and Dr. Miriam Adelson Honors the 2nd Annual Los Angeles Gala for American Friends of United Hatzalah

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Mar 7, 2020

    On Thursday February 27, 2020 Jay Leno (former host of The Tonight Show) and Dr. Miriam Adelson (keynote speaker) honored the Friends of United Hatzalah 2nd Annual Los Angeles Gala at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, 9876 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills. United Hatzalah is the largest independent, non-profit fully volunteer Emergency Medical Service organization that dispenses the fastest and free emergency medical first response throughout Israel with the help of their amazing iconic ambucycles. The...

  • Selena Gomez Meets Hung Vanggo at The 6th Hollywood Beauty Awards

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Feb 25, 2020

    The 6th Annual Hollywood Beauty Awards (HBAs), founded by Michele Elyzabeth, honored the architects of beauty on Thursday February 6, 2020 at The Taglyan Center, 1201 N. Vine Street Hollywood. The Hollywood Beauty Awards distinguishes and recognizes talent in hair, makeup, photography and styling for Film, TV, Music, the red carpet, editorial and more. The black tie dinner gala, benefitted Helen Woodward Animal Center, who had their corresPAWndent, Bark Ruffalo in attendance and available for ad...

  • 'Parasite" and "Jojo Rabbit" Big winners at The Writers Guild Awards West Coast 2020

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Feb 22, 2020

    'Parasite" and "Jojo Rabbit" Big winners at The Writers Guild Awards West Coast 2020 On Saturday evening, February 1, 2020 at the Beverly Hilton, 9876 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills Bong Joon Ho and Han Jin Won, won the best original screenplay award from the Writers Guild of America for "Parasite" while the best adapted screenplay award was given to Taika Waititi for "Jojo Rabbit." "Parasite," a South Korean black comedy- cliff hanger, exceeded the screen writers of "1917," "Book smart," "Knives...

  • 25th Annual LA Art Show Opening Night Party Hosted by Sofia Vergara

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Feb 22, 2020

    On Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 South Figueroa St, Los Angles Thousands of art enthusiasts came for the Opening Night Party of the 25th annual LA Art Show, kicking off the largest year of art and cultural programming in our city's history. A large portion of proceeds from ticket sales went to benefit of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.  Beautiful actress Sofia Vergara was the courteous host of the evening, and the star-studded party was...

  • The 5th Annual Roger Neal and Maryanne Lai Oscar Viewing & After-Party at The Legendary Hollywood Museum by Rachel Ganz

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Feb 22, 2020

    Roger and Lynn Neal, Founders with Chairperson, Maryanne and Thomas Lai, held the extraordinary "5th Annual Roger Neal & Maryanne Lai Oscar Viewing Dinner and After Party" at the World Famous Hollywood Museum,( the former Max Factor Building) 1660 N. Highland Ave, Hollywood. The Roger Neal & Maryanne Lai Oscar Viewing Dinner honored celebrities with the ICON AWARD during the pre-show to the Academy awards. This year's honorees included: – Nancy O'Dell for Television, Mamie Van...

  • The Wow Creation's Lavish Pre-Oscar Gifting Lounge 2020

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Feb 16, 2020

    On Friday February 7, 2020 the Wow! Creation's honored the Oscar Nominees, directors, producers, film makers and media at the W Hotel Hollywood, 6250 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood with a dazzling gifting suite for all attendees At the Wow! Creations gifting lounge invited exclusive people in the entertainment/film industry have the chance to mingle and chat while enjoying the flash and glitter of the Oscar season, and take home beautiful gifts offered by vendors from across the country. Wow!...

  • Photo LA Opening Night to "Benefit VENICE Arts " on Thursday January 30, 2020

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Feb 8, 2020

    Photo LA 2020 took place at the historic Barker Hanger ,3021 Airport Ave, Santa Monica on Thursday January 30, 2020 6-9 pm honoring Anthony Hernandez & Benefiting VENICE Arts Photographer Anthony Hernandez is best known for capturing his native Los Angeles in works ranging from street photography to Urban decay. He was honored for his contributions to the legacy, perspective and aesthetics of photography. Public hours for the show was Friday January 31 (11am- 8pm) , Saturday , February 1...

  • Donna Mills, Michele Lee and Joan Van Ark at 40th Anniversary of "Knots Landing" tribute at the Hollywood Museum

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Jan 29, 2020

    It was a very thrilling evening at the Hollywood Museum (located in the Historic Max Factor Building ) 1660 N.Highland Ave, Hollywood, on Saturday evening January 18 , 2020 from 6-8 PM All the beautiful leading stars, Donna Mills, Michele Lee, and Joan Van Ark from"Knots Landing" were reunited for the 40th anniversary of "Knots Landing" with the unveiling of the gorgeous costumes worn by these three leading ladies "Knots Landing" was one of the most popular prime time television soap operas...

  • The 15th Annual Final Draft Awards Honors Quentin Tarantino, Steve Anthopolous, Lulu Wang

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Jan 29, 2020

    On Tuesday evening January 21, 2020 the 15th Annual Final Drafts Awards honored Academy Award winning screenwriter Quentin Tarantino with the Hall of Fame Award for his bountiful contribution and artistry in screenwriting at the Paramount Theater, Paramount Studios, 5555 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles. Quentin Tarantino's latest film, "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" acquired much praise and recognition with five Golden Globe nominations and the New York Film Critics Circle award for best screenplay,...

  • Rub Shoulders With Celebs at a Red Carpet Oscar Party, Including Gift Suite & Dinner

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|ERROR

    THE 5TH ANNUAL ROGER NEAL & Maryanne Lai OSCAR VIEWING DINNER-ICON AWARDS GIFT SUITE & AFTER PARTY PRESENTED BY The World Famous Hollywood Museum and Sponsor SINO TV NETWORK for the benefit of the Jose Iturbi Foundation ABC 7's TV On The Red Carpet Official Oscar Party Coverage with George Pennacchio And KABC 790am Sunday Night Live with Susan Olsen & Frank Sheftel will be broadcasting live from the Hollywood Museum George & Simona Papadopolous- Candidate for California Congress...

  • Secret Room Events Gifting Lounge Honoring the 2020 Golden Globes Nominees on January 3, 2020

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Jan 8, 2020

    On Friday January 3, 2020 Secret Room Events produced by the talented Rita Branch held a spectacular pre Golden Globes gifting suite at the Intercontinental Hotel, 2151 Avenue of the Stars, Century City. The charity sponsor this year was the "DoVE project-Dogs of Violence Exposed", a registered non-profit organization, which is committed to ending the Dog Meat Trade in Asia. There were so many cute puppies ready for adoption I was almost enticed to take one home.2007 All the vendors and sponsors...

  • MatzoBall 2019 sponsored by JSwipe Returns to Los Angeles.....

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Jan 1, 2020

    About 400 singles between 25-65 but most were in their thirties, packed the Derriere Night Club, at 6510 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038 from 9pm to 2 am. This stylish club was cute but was too jammed with the 400 singles, trying to meet, mingle and dance. The lighting was too murky and dark, and many people spilled their drinks, unable to find a table in the shadowy night club The MatzoBall Holiday Party last year was held at the Argyle Night Club in Hollywood, which was bigger and a...

  • AFI Film Festival 2019 Opening Gala kicks off with Universal's "Queen & Slim"

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Dec 6, 2019

    "Queen & Slim" written by Emmy winner Lena Waithe, stars Daniel Kaluuya and newcomer Jodie Turner Smith as a young African American couple on a first date via Tinder, are pulled over by a white police officer for a minor traffic violation. This film was the directorial debut of Melina Matsoukas, who graduated from the American Film Institute in 2005. Matsoukas has received directorial recognition over the years for her television episodes of "Insecure" and "Master of None", as well as for he...

  • Sold Out Crowd of 900 Attend 33RD Israel Film Festival & Gala Premiere of "Incitement" at Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills

    Rachel Ganz, Special to the Observer|Dec 3, 2019

    The 33RD Israel Film Festival Gala Premiere of "Incitement" at The Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills was presented on November 12, 2019 to a sold out crowd of 900 guests by Rachel Ganz Israel Film Festival Founder/Executive Director Meir Fenigstein,with over 30 years of leadership for the Festival, was the evening's host. Actress Rosanna Arquette presented Academy Award winning producer Arthur Cohn the 2019 IFF Lifetime achievement. Standing ovation and tremendous applause was given as Avi Lerner,...

  • Do we really love horses? Or do we just love to watch them race.

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Nov 11, 2019

    On November 1-2 the Breeder's Cup Word Championship 2019 returned for the 10th time to the Santa Anita Park Racetrack, surrounded by the picturesque San Gabriel Mountains in Arcadia. The Breeder's Cup is one of the most glorious events in Thoroughbred racing, displaying the world's leading and prime horses, owners, jockeys and trainers. It was nationally televised and viewed by millions of horse racing fans who enthusiastically cheered as the beautiful thoroughbreds competed in one million...

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