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From the Editor I Chairman of the Hollywood Chamber's Board, Marty Shelton, presenting the Hollywood Star Award. didn't realize what an impact cele- brating the magazine's 25th an- niversary would generate. I soon learned that such an anniversary, es- pecially in Hollywood, is a big deal. So, when Oscar and I were also recognized with the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce's presti- gious "Hollywood Star Award" at its Entertainment Industry Lunch- eon in November, it was very hard to bring into my reality. This was followed by the presentation of a City Council Proclamation before the Los Angeles City Council. Realizing that it just doesn't get much better in the world of community service, is quite a reality adjustment. The question arises "Where do we go from here?" Well, for us, the answer is "nowhere." You could say that we have arrived . As for Discover Hollywood, how- ever, we both still believe that the sky's the limit. While the recognition for our work from the Chamber means a great deal, what we hear from our readers, both those who live here as well as visit, is what keeps us going day in and day out. Keith John- son called from Seattle. He was bringing 50 people to Hollywood to see Cirque du Soleil's Iris. Could we provide 50 copies of our magazine to help them experience Hol- lywood during their three-day stay? Our locals telling us that they keep the magazine on their coffee table, next to the phone, or, after reading it from cover to cover, pass it along to visiting friends and rel- atives fulfills my wish to be able to take everyone by the hand and show them my Hol- lywood—the Hollywood that's fascinated me for the past 25 years and more. I joke that "there are a million stories in 'Naked City'", stealing a line from a long- forgotten TV show, and in Hollywood there are many more waiting to be told. Don Seligsman, president of the Los Feliz Improvement Association, and author of The History of Los Feliz and an upcoming book on stars in the Silent Era, writes about the first "Magic Kingdom"—actually in East Hollywood where Walt Disney and his brother, Roy started what would become a cultural phenonmenon. Then there's Andrew Ross' story "Working Like A Dog in Hollywood." It began as an amusing title and Andrew filled in the details. I'm thrilled to welcome him as one of our writers. It's a warm and fun story for the holidays. Lastly, Shauna McClure returns in this issue with her article on two important Roman Catholic religious communities—one a cloistered convent below the famed Hollywood sign. There are those who keep the faith (that they will be discovered) and those who just keep the faith. At the other end of that religious spectrum is the story of the Immaculate Heart Community who were part of a cultural revolution. Its a story about inspiration and fortitude—perfect for the New Year. Which brings me back to a new beginning. What will it happen in 2012? Who knows? Bring it on! Winter 2011 Publisher Oscar Arslanian Editor Nyla Arslanian Contributing Writers Shauna McClure Andrew Ross Donald Seligman Cover Photography Anthony Nelson Design & Production The Magazine Factory Listings & Administration Trevi Fountain, Editorial Assistant Website Consultants COP Web Solutions Discover Hollywood is published quarterly by Arslanian & Associates, Inc. Direct advertising inquiries and correspondence to: Discover Hollywood Magazine 6671 Sunset Blvd., Suite 1502 Hollywood, CA 90028. 323-465-0533 or email oscar@discoverhollywood.com www.discoverhollywood.com Copyright 2011 Discover Hollywood Magazine/Hollywood Arts Council. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any way without prior written permission. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, with schedule changes, etc., it is impossible to make such a guarantee. We recommend calling to avoid disappointment. The Calendar is compiled by the Hollywood Arts Council and is updated on website bi-weekly. E-mail press releases to: calendar@hollywoodartscouncil.org TM 6 DISCOVER HOLLYWOOD / WINTER 2011