Did you know that there is an official Encino Neighborhood Watch?

Encino Crime

By: Michelle Tepper

Well there is.  Learn more about it at www.EncinoWatch.com or attend the next meeting.

Here is an update on our Local Crime Activity.

Garage doors are being left open, and has become an invitation for thefts. A most recent occurrence took place on the 4800 block of Louise on 11/30 between 6:45 and 7:00 p.m.  Unlocked vehicles have resulted in thefts from cars on the 16800 block of Encino Hills Drive, on Westfall, and Margate at Newcastle. Items left in the cars were wallets, gift cards, cash, and a large flat screen TV.

Cars are being broken into on the 17400 block of Ventura. Patrons, while visiting a local health club, are leaving items in their cars that is resulting in numerous break-ins.

Three local teenagers (surrounding area) were arrested after breaking into five cars in the Newcastle/Zelzah area. Also arrested for breaking into cars were two gang members from the Westside.

Please do not leave anything in your car in plain sight and remember to lock your vehicles. In addition, close your garage door as soon as you enter or leave. There seems to be those out there just waiting for an opportunity and it only takes a moment.

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Michelle Tepper

Hand Me Ups

Hand Me Ups is a new children’s consignment store that just opened 3 months ago on Ventura Blvd. in the Amestoy Estates neighborhood.

By: Michelle Tepper

The three moms who own the store have based the store’s image on one of Eco-Prosperty – the notion that the store helps the community by allowing families to generate a few bucks by selling new and almost new items.  The items that don’t sell are donated to a charitable organization.  The store not only provides income for the owners, but for the building owners as well and at the same time, keeping Ventura Blvd. looking upbeat by filling up the empty store fronts. Eco-Prosperity works for everyone today.

This tidy and appealing second hand store definitely has first hand appeal.  The gently (or perhaps, never) used children’s clothing is neatly hung on racks – by size – yep, you heard me, by size!   Infant/Toddler sizes are displayed on the walls along with colorful accessories and toys.  From Juicy Couture and Flowers by Zoe to Gap and Gymboree, the selection is vast, but not overwhelming.  In addition to the consignment items, Hand Me Ups also sells 4 custom new lines of hand-made items, including clothing knit and crocheted by residents of the Jewish Home For the Aging.  Hand Me Ups is the perfect place to give your child some money and allow them to have their own shopping experience while doing “good” for our community.

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Michelle Tepper

Another water main breaking — this time in Encino

Click here to see video Encino Water Main Explodes

By Michelle Tepper

The break occurred about 2:45 a.m. in the 5600 block of Wish Avenue. The cause of the break was not immediately clear.

Since Sept. 1, there have been more than 30 “major blowouts” in L.A.’s water system in which streets have flooded and pavement has buckled.

City engineers trying to determine what’s causing the water main bursts have been taking soil samples, sending pipe pieces to labs and performing a statistical analysis on each break. (How much is this costing us?)

But some experts said a prime suspect should be the city’s recent decision to allow sprinkling only on Mondays and Thursdays.

They said that if more water flows through the system on those two days, then pressure suddenly changes on other days, it could put added stress on already aging pipes. (Sounds logical)

But city engineers have expressed doubts about that theory and said they simply don’t know the cause. While major blowouts of mains is up, water main breaks overall in L.A. are down.

Story Courtesy of Shelby Grad, L.A. Now
Comments in parenthesis Courtesy of Michelle Tepper, Encino Home Sales Realtor

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Michelle Tepper

Taste of Encino, rock climbing wall, Balloon slide and more…

By: Michelle Tepper

For more detailed information, see below…

Where: On Ventura Blvd between Balboa & Amestoy

Time: 10 am to 5pm, Sunday, October 11, 2009

Restaurants: Variety of ethnic and American food

Entertainment: California Traditional Music Society

Children’s area: Rock climbing wall, Balloon slide, balloon bounce, etc

Arts & Crafts: Area artisan show their hand crafted art

Wellness Fair: Local hospital and area health practitioners give advice

Business & Home Expo: Everything for home and family living

Beer & Wine Garden: Wineries, breweries and distilleries show their best

Hot Dog Eating Contest: The West Coast (or at least central Valley) championship!

www.encinochamber.org or info@encinochamber.org

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Michelle Tepper

By Michelle Tepper

When you reside in Amestoy Estates you may find yourself frequenting this wonderful park located at Ventura Boulevard and Genesta Avenue in Amestoy Estates.

Usually referred to as “Genesta Park” by local moms, Encino Park offers the perfect combination of 2 play apparatus areas for children of different ages. There is a shady/sandy play area for smaller children along with another larger play area for older children. Both include age appropriate swings and slides.

The grassy lawn and picnic tables are usually filled on weekends with birthday parties, barbeques, playgroups and personal trainers. This multifaceted park also includes a basketball court with 2 hoops, a tricycle area with fun “roads” and wheelchair access, and bathrooms. Don’t forget to get an ice cream from Chris, our local ice cream man, who also happens to be a marathon runner.

Michelle Tepper

By Michelle Tepper

Encino Elementary, the official neighborhood school of Amestoy Estates, has a long, rich and bold history in the San Fernando Valley.  With its first buildings erected in 1916, our school served some of the Valley’s first residents and continues to thrive today.  Here at Encino Elementary you will be greeted by a warm and friendly campus and teaching staff, a robust student body and an army of active parents and caretakers all actively helping to make Encino the best school in the Los Angeles Unified School District.  This photo and information was supplied by our wonderful computer/technology instructor, Mr. Corden.

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EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Michelle Tepper