Fronnie Lewis, Author at Media City Groove

Saturday, March 17, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, March 17, 2012

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A rainy weekend

An umbrella is going to be a constant companion this weekend. After weeks o dry and sunny, we’ve finally got some wet and cold winter type weather just as spring is about to roll in. The rain came down pretty heavy at times this morning. More rain is expected throughout the afternoon and evening with a chance of thunderstorms. Showers […]

Friday, March 16, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, March 16, 2012

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Bob’s Big Boy classic car show still hot attraction

I dropped by the classic car show at the original Bob’s Big Boy restaurant at 4211 West Riverside Drive Burbank 91505 and found it to be a jumping affair with loads of hot rides on display and tons of folks in the parking lot. It happens every Friday from 5-to-10 p.m. Also, the show is a good excuse to pop […]

Friday, March 16, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, March 16, 2012

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Photo Gallery: Deer wild and free in the Southland

Here are some wonderful pictures of deer frolicking and roaming contently in the Hollywood Hills and Griffith Park. Freelance photog Terje “Terry” Canavarro snapped these pictures recently with his digital Canon Rebel xsi . It took some extra effort and patience to get close enough to the deer to capture these images:”One of them charged at me but I […]

Sunday, March 11, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, March 11, 2012

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We are on Daylight Saving Time!

We lost an hour of sleep last night. America’s founding father, Ben Franklin, can be blamed for that. Franklin was apparently the first to advocate the switch believing it encourages us to rise earlier and get more done during the day. It wasn’t until 1918 that a federal law setting Daylight Saving Time was enacted — for states wanting to […]

Saturday, March 10, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, March 10, 2012

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Comedy fundraiser for Burbank Tournament of Roses Association

NBC-4’s weathercaster/comic, Fritz Coleman, will mcee an evening of laughs and fun at Flappers Comedy Club to benefit the Burbank Tournament of Roses Association on Sunday, March 11, 2012. The fundraiser begins at 5 p.m. Also, scheduled to take to the mike and do some stand-up, Charles Fleischer, Dana Eagle, James P. Connolly, Jimmy Brogan, Natisha Anderson, and Sammy K […]

Friday, March 9, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, March 9, 2012

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Vivid Colors: Reception for local artist Alice Asmar

Meet local artist Alice Asmar and view some of her extraordinary works at a special reception Sunday, March 11, 2-5 p.m. at the Geo Gallery 1545 Victory Blvd., Glendale 91201. The event is hosted by former Burbank Mayor Marsha Ramos. “I’ve selected some personal favorites of her pieces that capture the culture of the American Southwest and are reflective of […]

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, March 7, 2012

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Talk of the town: Burbank City Council’s controversial vote on Walmart

During the past week, I’ve discovered the Walmart vote by the Burbank City Council last month is still on the minds of a lot of folks. Monday at the Burbank Coordinating Council meeting, keynote speaker, Mayor Jess Talamantes, cheerfully reminded the audience of the 4-to-1 council vote in favor of allowing Walmart to move forward without restrictions or delays in […]

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, March 7, 2012

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Media City G Connection: Jobs and career opportunities

New feature on Deadline.com showcases jobs in the entertainment industry, among the listing an opening for a senior product management assistant over at the Disney Studios here in Burbank. On the list, jobs at Paramount, Sony, Showtime, Fox, and the BBC at locations in Burbank and elsewhere. Also, a number of search and resume tools to help in that hunt for […]

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, March 6, 2012

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Photo Gallery: Burbank Coordinating Council celebrates big birthday

The Burbank Coordinating Council is one hard working organization. As it celebrates birthday number 79 — the council, led by President Janet Diel, shows no sign of slowing down. The BCC’s Holiday Basket Program reportedly provided food and gifts for over 500 needy families during the Christmas season last year. Now the attention turns to summer and fundraising for its campership […]