GREIG SMITH's LAST DAYS IN OFFICE

DISCOVERING OUR VALLEY    2011

One of the hardest working committees within The Museum, chaired by Scott Sterling of Northridge, is our "Narrating Lives, Oral Histories of the San Fernando Valley". Mr. Scott's committee has overseen over two dozen precious video and audio histories of women and men whose lives represent major elements of Valley history. With a limited budget and an all volunteer staff, the committee is faced regularly with interview nominations people whose lives truly deserve to be recorded. Fortunately, the committee makes important decisions that often "capture" an historical moment, as well as stories that tell of the Valley over the years.

One such historical moment came recently when The Museum had the opportunity to interview Los Angeles City Councilman Greig Smith in his last weeks in office. Councilman Smith's interview is now part of the history of the San Fernando Valley, his former Northridge/Porter Ranch constituency and Los Angeles history as well.

 12th Los Angeles City Council District's outgoing Councilman, Greig Smith during his final week in office. Photo for the archives of The Museum of the San Fernando Valley by Gerald Fecht 2011. (click on image to enlarge.)

Greig Smith's insider's view of Los Angeles City politics. Many great stories for us today, and for future generations.

SNAPSHOTS FROM MOVIE NIGHT IN NORTHRIDGE

DISCOVERING OUR VALLEY   2011                       Northridge100

Willard Simms, member of The Museum's Board, sends these photographs taken at "Movie Night" this last Saturday in Northridge. The event was sponsored by Los Angeles City Councilman Greig Smith, the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs and The Museum of the San Fernando Valley.

 Rania Pallad, Treasurer of The Museum, blows welcoming bubbles to let the children attending Movie Night, to The Museum's "coloring station."  Kids were provided crayons and cartoon maps of the San Fernando Valley. (click on image to enlarge).

 Los Angeles City Councilman Greig Smith observes children before Movie Night at The Museum's "coloring station."  In the back ground, in red shirt, is Museum Board Member Richard Hilton, director of The Museum's tour programs.

 A warm welcome. on a chilly night, to Movie Night by Councilman Smith and Museum leaders.

Scott Sterling, Chairman of The Public Arts Committee, and Narrating Lives (Oral Histories of the San Fernando Valley), welcomes families at Movie Night. Sterling, owner of Sterling Construction in Northridge, leads the very successful effort by The Museum Community to secure the histories of Valley residents for future generations.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MUSEUM'S NORTHRIDGE100 EVENTS

2010 The Year of Valley Adventures Northridge100
Great Wooden Frieze - Office of LA Councilman Greig Smith- Northridg, California - Photo by Gerald Fecht for the Archives of The San Fernando Valley 2010 (click on image to enlarge)

We in the Museum Community are very excited about the Northridge100 anniversary celebration. This year-long event will open the door to long lost and untold stories about the communities of Northridge, Porter Ranch and historic Zelzah Colony. As great as our Museum volunteers are, we need even more help to make the year a great success. If you or your organization doesn't hear from us soon, pick up your telephone and call The Museum to discover the events that best suit your interests.
1 (818) 347-9665