Yearly Archives: 2008

Malibu’s vanishing Broad Beach a sign of rising sea levels, experts say. L.A. Times.

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

As wealthy homeowners build sandbag walls and plan more extensive, costly measures, scientists say the ocean could eventually defeat all such efforts. By Kenneth R. Weiss  December 31, 2008 Broad Beach has long been a scenic backdrop to Malibu’s public access wars. The tranquil rhythm of surf has been routinely shattered by security guards and [...]

Ancestor Walk 2008

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

Kenyaangna. The Ancestor Walk is the annual pilgrimage of the Juaneño/Acjachemen and Gabrielino/Tongva people as they carry prayers to honor the spirits of their Ancestors. The 12th Annual Ancestor Walk from Panhe to Putiidhem, Kenyaanga, Bolsa Chica, Motuueheynga, and Puvunga took place on October 4, 2007. These images are used with the permission of the [...]

Monuments, Diversity, and Democracy: 201 Van Nuys Women’s Club Building

Tuesday, December 30th, 2008

Constructed in 1917, the Van Nuys Women’s Club is one of the oldest social institutions in the San Fernando Valley. Learn more about the Monuments, Diversity, and Democracy campaign. Visit the Heritage Parkscape online and on flickr.

Ancestor Walk 2008

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Alfred Cruz at Kenyaangna. The Ancestor Walk is the annual pilgrimage of the Juaneño/Acjachemen and Gabrielino/Tongva people as they carry prayers to honor the spirits of their Ancestors. The 12th Annual Ancestor Walk from Panhe to Putiidhem, Kenyaanga, Bolsa Chica, Motuueheynga, and Puvunga took place on October 4, 2007. These images are used with the [...]

Los Angeles Times Editorial The Acjachemen’s victory

Saturday, December 27th, 2008

Los Angeles Times Editorial OUT HERE The Acjachemen’s victory The Acjachemen quietly marked the win against the Foothill South toll road by honoring land that will not be disturbed. December 27, 2008 On the chilly morning of the winter solstice last Sunday, the sun was just cresting the ridgeline of San Mateo Canyon as the [...]

The City Project flickr Gallery 1,000 Images 100,000 Views

Friday, December 26th, 2008

Central Park Gates New York City Christo 2005 With the Central Park Gates images posted today, The City Project has posted 1,000 images on our flickr Gallery with over 100,000 views!

Heritage Parkscape: Ernest E. Debs Regional Park

Friday, December 26th, 2008

Located in Montecito Heights, Debs Park is a 200 acre wilderness park providing a respite for people and natural arroyo woodlands for native and migratory birds. The Audobon Society has an urban nature center here. The park is named for a former Los Angeles City Councilman. Visit the Heritage Parkscape online and on flickr. Learn [...]

The Arch of Dignity, Equality, and Justice

Thursday, December 25th, 2008

Peace on Earth and Goodwill to All from The City Project Cesar Chavez Monument Judy Baca SPARC San Jose State University Dedicated September 2008

Ancestor Walk 2008

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008

Kenyaangna. The Ancestor Walk is the annual pilgrimage of the Juaneño/Acjachemen and Gabrielino/Tongva people as they carry prayers to honor the spirits of their Ancestors. The 12th Annual Ancestor Walk from Panhe to Putiidhem, Kenyaanga, Bolsa Chica, Motuueheynga, and Puvunga took place on October 4, 2007. These images are used with the permission of the [...]

Monuments, Diversity, and Democracy: 241 Sunshine Mission

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008

Built in 1892, it became the Girls’ Collegiate Boarding School in 1915. In 1942 it was turned into a home for destitute women and girls. Learn more about the Monuments, Diversity, and Democracy campaign. Visit the Heritage Parkscape online and on flickr.