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VOL. 31November 2013
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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage1608 Montana AvenueSanta Monica, CA 90403
By KATE BRANSFIELD
Now that Thanksgiving andthe holiday season is upon
us, I can’t help but reflect on whatI’m thankful for.
I am truly grateful that my realestate business has flourished tothe point that it enables me tosponsor wonderful and worthycauses.
In the decades that I havelived and run my business inSanta Monica, I’ve come torealize that it takes giving back tomake a community truly special.
Whether it’s my support forthe Santa Monica Boys & GirlsClubs and their recent auctionand dinner that raised $500,000or throwing out the first pitch onopening day for the SantaMonica Little League,
I’m proud to help.Also key to a thriving
community are our publicschools.
We’re blessed to have Franklinand Roosevelt elementaryschools and Lincoln MiddleSchool right in our back yard togive our kids the best educationpossible.
Santa Monica schools areconsistently ranked among the best in the state, anaccomplishment that doesn’t go without notice.
So, when you’re sitting with your family and friendsbreaking bread for the holiday,take time to tell each otherexactly what you’re thankful for.It’s become a tradition in my home and I hope it becomes one for you.
The holidays are here again and nowhereis that more apparent than
Montana Avenue, where locals are preparingto hold our annual Montana Avenue HolidayWalk on Dec. 6.
Storeowners in one of Santa Monica’sunique shopping districts are wrappingpresents and striking up the bands to makethis year’s walk the most fun and festive yet.
Stop by my office at 1608 Montana Ave.to get a picture with Santa; and don’t forgetto tell him your wish list.
Between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m., familiesstroll the avenue from Sixth Street to 17th Street enjoying live music, specialevents and lovely snacks and libations asbusinesses throw open their doors. People stop, shop and mostly mingle withneighbors they may not have seen since theArt Walk, another signature MontanaAvenue event held in July.
It also gives businesses the opportunityto introduce themselves to the community ina way that’s not all about making a sale.
Merchants do more than just host aparty for their neighbors — they drop theirprices, too. Many local shops will providediscounts on certain items, one more way tomake the holidays a bit easier on theirpatrons and their wallets.
Those sales are a relatively new featureof the walk which has a decades-long historyon the street and the idea is to extend awarm “thank you” to the customers thatsupport the businesses of their friends andneighbors.
However, the real beauty of the night liesnot in the shopping, but in the effort tobring the Santa Monica community togetherfor a fun, family-friendly evening that kicksoff the holiday season in style.
About this publicationThis publication was produced by local Realtor Kate Bransfield to keep the North of Montana neighborhood
up to date on some of the more interesting happenings in this unique corner of Santa Monica. As a Santa Monican for over 23 years, Kate takes pride in being a part of this vibrant community.
| Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage | 1608 Montana Avenue | Santa Monica, CA 90403
310.395.1133 | [email protected] | www.NorthOfMontana.com
So much to bethankful for
North of MontanaSingle Family Homes Sold August, September & October 2012 Compared with August, September & October 2013
From ALL agents in ALL companies
Walk it out for the holidaysStop by my office for time with Santa
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North ofMontana school calendar
Lincoln Middle School1501 California Ave.Santa Monica, CA. 90403-4305(310) 393-9227www.lincoln.smmusd.org
Nov. 27 Minimum DayClasses let out at 12:50 p.m.
Nov. 28-29No SchoolSpend time with family this Thanksgiving.
Dec. 5Coffee with the Principal8:45 a.m.Meet in the cafeteria for some face time withLincoln’s top administrator.
Dec. 20Minimum DaySchool ends at 12:50 p.m.
Dec. 23-Jan. 6Holiday RecessEnjoy the holidays.
Roosevelt ElementarySchool801 Montana Ave.Santa Monica, CA. 90403-1591(310) 395-1472www.roosevelt.smmusd.org
Nov. 21Make-Up Picture DayRemember to look sharp for your photos.
Nov. 28-29No SchoolSpend time with family this Thanksgiving.
Dec. 2-16Toy DriveSpread the holiday love by donating toys forcharity.
Dec. 23-Jan. 6Holiday RecessSchool’s out for the holidays.
Franklin ElementarySchool2400 Montana Ave.Santa Monica, CA. 90403-2199(310) 828-2814www.franklin.smmusd.org
Nov. 27 Minimum DayKindergarten classes let out at 11:30 a.m.
Nov. 28-29No SchoolSpend time with family this Thanksgiving.
Dec. 9-13Holiday Book FairGive the gift of reading this season.
Dec. 12PTA Meeting8:30 a.m.Find out what’s taking place on campus.
Dec. 23-Jan. 6Holiday RecessSpend time with friends and family.
Montana Library events
Nov. 16Lego Club3 p.m. Come have fun with Legos and buildsomething amazing. Board games will alsobe available. Ages 4 and up.
Nov. 19Evening Film Series: To Die For 6:30 p.m.Director Gus Van Sant’s mid-1990s take onan aspiring TV personality (Nicole Kidman)who will do anything to be in the spotlight.
Nov. 20Crafty Tweens DIY4 p.m.Discover a new craft every month. Fifthgrade and up. This meeting features marblemagnets.
Nov. 21Classic Film and Discussion Series: ‘Rugglesof Red Gap’2 p.m.In this hilarious comedy from 1935, CharlesLaughton stars as a proper British valet whomust adjust to life in the Wild West after beingwon by a rancher in a poker game. Followed bya talk with film scholar Vivian Rosenberg.
Nov. 26Thanksgiving Program3:45 p.m.
Stories about Thanksgiving and a craft after.Ages 3 and up.
Nov. 28Library ClosedHappy Thanksgiving!
The Montana Branch Library is so muchmore than just a library. It offers free
Internet access and is a meeting place forthe North of Montana neighborhood. Thelibrary is located at 1704 Montana Ave.,Santa Monica, Ca., 90403. For more information, call (310) 458-8682.
