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Do not miss it. - [Candidate Forum Night 2026](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/candidate-forum-night-2026/) - It was standing room only, the biggest canyon turnout ever to hear candidates running for the Glendale City Council make their case for your vote. Glenoaks Canyon Homeowners Association and the Chevy Chase Estates Association teamed up for the second time to host a candidate forum at the beautiful Chevy Chase Country Club. Neighbors caught - [May 13th Canyons Candidate Forum](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/may-13th-canyons-candidate-forum/) - Come See Our City Council Candidates Sponsored by GOHA & CCEA Wednesday May 13th, 6:30 pm Chevy Chase Country Club, 3067 E Chevy Chase Dr. Watch the 12 candidate videos below. [aesop_video src="youtube" id="htaLI4AoK_4" width="80%" align="center" disable_for_mobile="off" loop="off" controls="on" mute="off" autoplay="off" viewstart="off" viewend="off" show_subtitles="off" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] [aesop_video src="youtube" id="wQSCA9UpKho" width="80%" align="center" disable_for_mobile="off" loop="off" controls="on" - [California Native Plant Workshop](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/california-native-plant-workshop/) - Grow Native! A California Seed Planting & Pot Decorating Workshop It was a fun green-thumb day at our Chevy Chase Library! Canyon neighbors, young and old, not only learned about California native plants, they planted seeds. Hosted by the Chevy Chase Estates Association and the Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club, everybody had a blast. Local - [3411 Chevy Chase Dr. – CCEA RESPONDS - The Walled Compound Appeal](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/3411-chevy-chase-dr-ccea-responds-the-walled-compound-appeal/) - Instead of compliance and removal... They’re back for more. After being slammed in their variance appeal losing on all 4 necessary requirements, the owners of the walled compound at 3411 E. Chevy Chase are back appealing the decision. Read their appeal here. (Warning: It’s a ten-page self-serving word salad) Nobody should be above the law. - [Treasured Backyard Visitors – A Photo Album](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/treasured-backyard-visitors-a-photo-album/) - Only in Chevy Chase Canyon! Jack and Tina Daly have been keeping a guest book of visitors and friends who have wandered through their backyard over the years. Their book lacks any signatures, but the photos are incredible. Jack has lived in our canyon for over 55 years. He was born three months before the - [Springtime At Our Library + Choice Hours](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/springtime-at-our-library-choice-hours/) - Library Events This Spring Choose Your Own Library Hours! A Chev Chase Exclusive – Visit the library when you want, your hours, you chose. Click here to get all the information on how canyon residents can claim their very own Library Backstage Pass! - [Derby House Gutted](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/derby-house-gutted/) - GUTTED Chevy Chase Canyon’s iconic Derby House has been gutted. Designed by Lloyd Wright, son of Frank, the 1926 Derby House, one of the first and by far the most famous house in Chevy Chase, has been stripped bare on the inside as seen on this TikTok video. The destruction may have occurred before or - [Christmas 2025 - The Lights of Chevy Chase](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/christmas-2025-the-lights-of-chevy-chase/) - Merry Christmas from the CCEA Is your home here? Can you find your neighbor’s? Have you noticed something missing? Enjoy these beautiful canyon treasures, Merry Christmases (Glendale is so cool, we celebrate two, the 25th and the 6th.), Happy Holidays, and a very Happy New Year from your neighbors at the CCEA. If your house isn’t included, perhaps it - [Chevy Chase Christmas Lights - New for 2022](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-christmas-lights-new-for-2022/) - Merry Christmas from the CCEA Is your home here? Can you find your neighbor’s? Click upper right to see full-sized photos. [aesop_gallery id="7698" revealfx="inplace" overlay_revealfx="off"] Homes were photographed at random and some we miss. We also try to find new displays. If your house has been overlooked, perhaps it can be found in the lights - [Christmas In Our Beautiful Canyon](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/christmas-in-our-beautiful-canyon/) - Is your home here? Can you find your neighbor’s? New Homes Added This Year! Click upper right to see full-sized photos. [aesop_gallery id="4625" revealfx="inplace" overlay_revealfx="inplace"] Homes were photographed at random and some we miss. We also try to find new displays. If your house has been overlooked, perhaps it can be found in the lights - [Merry Christmas from the Chevy Chase Estates Association!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/merry-christmas-from-the-chevy-chase-estates-association-2/) - Is your home here? Can you find your neighbor’s? Click arrows upper right to see full sized photos. Enjoy these beautiful canyon treasures, Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year from your neighbors at the CCEA. [aesop_gallery id="10146" revealfx="inplace" overlay_revealfx="off"] - [Merry Christmas from the Chevy Chase Estates Association](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/merry-christmas-from-the-chevy-chase-estates-association-3/) - Is your home here? Can you find your neighbor’s? Click arrows upper right to see a full sized photos Enjoy these beautiful canyon treasures, Merry Christmases (Glendale is so cool, we celebrate two, the 25th and the 6th.), Happy Holidays, and a very Happy New Year from your neighbors at the CCEA. [aesop_gallery id="10147" revealfx="inplace" - [Merry Christmas from the Chevy Chase Estates Association](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/merry-christmas-from-the-chevy-chase-estates-association/) - Christmas 2013 Click on arrows upper right to see full sized photos! [aesop_gallery id="10145" revealfx="inplace" overlay_revealfx="off"] - [Happy 100th Birthday Chevy Chase Country Club!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/happy-100th-birthday-chevy-chase-country-club/) - The Chevy Chase Country Club turned 100 this month! It's truly is the jewel at the heart of our Canyon just as the canyon’s founder Bert Farrar envisioned 100 years ago. And now, it’s better than ever. However, without the Chevy Chase Estates Association’s hard-fought battle, the golf course would have long ago disappeared. Read - [Sycamore Canyon Preserve Update](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/sycamore-canyon-preserve-update/) - The Arroyo & Foothills Conservancy is seeking to expand the Sycamore Canyon Preserve in the heart of Chevy Chase Canyon and the CCEA was there to assist. This oasis of protected wild land serves as a critical link in a wildlife migration corridor that extends throughout the southland. The Arroyo & Foothills Conservancy (AFC) created - [Happy Halloween](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/happy-halloween-2/) - Chevy Chase Spook House 7-10pm Halloween Oct 31st. and Saturday Nov 1st 3000 E. Chevy Chase Dr [aesop_video src="youtube" id="jX8TULUe8pk" width="100%" align="center" disable_for_mobile="off" loop="on" controls="on" mute="off" autoplay="off" viewstart="off" viewend="off" show_subtitles="off" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] You’ve probably driven past it on Chevy Chase and felt the chill. Our canyon’s very own haunted house, Cats and Bats, is back - [Our Canyon Library Holiday Party!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/our-library-holiday-party/) - The Chevy Chase Library hosted our annual canyon Holiday Party, celebrated with pizza, pot luck delicacies, sweets, and of course Christmas caroling for the Glendale firefighters next door. Thanks to the Library volunteers committee and the CCEA for making this event such a smash success. [aesop_video src="youtube" id="mhWukGUuhDY" width="100%" align="center" disable_for_mobile="off" loop="off" - [Two Big Wins for the CCEA and Our Canyon!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/two-big-wins-for-the-ccea-and-our-canyon/) - Win #1 Illegal Wall Variance Denied The CCEA thanks all the concerned canyon residents who alerted us to this illegal wall, wrote so many thoughtful emails, and appeared at the hearing opposing the variance request to legalize the illegal “Walled Compound” at 3411 E. Chevy Chase Dr. We won. A grand slam. All four findings - [3411 Chevy Chase Dr. - CCEA's response legalizing the Walled Compound.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/3411-chevy-chase-dr-cceas-response-legalizing-the-walled-compound/) - Instead of compliance and removal, owners of the Walled Compound at 3411 E. Chevy Chase Dr. are seeking a variance to make their illegal walled fortress legal. The City of Glendale has provided resources to create a staff report arguing in favor of the monster wall. The City's report is long, inaccurate, and fanciful at - [LEGALIZE THE ILLEGAL “WALLED COMPOUND”?](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/legalize-the-illegal-walled-compound/) - The CCEA says NO. Concerned neighbors say NO. We have been fighting this one for years and now you can have your say. Email mitoledo@glendaleca.gov or attend the hearing on June 18th, postponed to Wednesday, July 9th, 9:30 Room 105 of the Municipal Services Building, 633 E. Broadway, Glendale. The law says nothing higher than - [Canyon Party on the Green Celebrating 100 years!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-party-on-the-green-celebrating-100-years/) - Canyon Party - Sunday May 18th 3-7pm Chevy Chase Country Club 100 Years! - All Canyon Families Invited - Free tickets HERE! Don't Miss Our Fabulous Wine and Golf Raffle! 100 YEARS BIRTHDAY PARTY! The Chevy Chase Estates Association has again teamed with The Chevy Chase Country Club to throw a party for all canyon - [Protected Trees in Glendale? Really?](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/protected-trees-in-glendale-really/) - Oak Grove Destruction Alert - 2971 Saint Gregory Rd. Glendale’s Indigenous (Protected) Tree Ordinance has recently been amended, to make it stronger, they say, to offer more protection for our mature native oaks and sycamores, they say. Developers aim to chop down an entire grove of “protected” trees in our canyon. So will the Indigenous - [Frankenstein Fences of Chevy Chase](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/frankenstein-fences-of-chevy-chase/) - Complaints to the CCEA about these two fences have been growing and when we reach out to the city for action, nothing happens. #1 – The Walled Compound. Some compare it to a war-torn middle east fortress house. By code no front fence can exceed 42 inches, and no gate can obstruct a driveway. Erected - [CCEA Annual Meeting 2025](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-annual-meeting-2025/) - Make Plans for the CCEA Annual Meeting Who: All Canyon Residents are Invited When: Wednesday Feb. 12th – Social at 6:30pm, Show kicks off 7pm sharp Where: The Chevy Chase Library - 3301 E. Chevy Chase Dr. Join your Chevy Chase Canyon friends and neighbors for an evening of hot tips about our library, brush - [2025 ANNUAL CCEA NEWSLETTER](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/2025-annual-newsletter/) - THE 2025 CANYON CRIER -- READ IT HERE! The Chevy Chase Estates Association's newsletter is now online. Click to read The Canyon Crier. - [Pride of Buckingham's National Night Out Party](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/pride-of-buckinghams-national-night-out-party/) - High up in the hills of Chevy Chase a neighborhood hosted their annual Pride of Buckingham National Night Out. Almost everybody was there, Glendale Fire and Police, Glendale Police Forensic, and happy neighbors of all ages. Oh, and a few dogs. Goats were a hot topic! Challenge for next year… Throw a Night Out party - [GOATS Fight Fire in Chevy Chase!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/goats-fight-fire-in-chevy-chase/) - They came to our hillsides, hundreds of them, mostly goats with a few sheep and guard dogs, and of course a shepherd. Ventura Brush Goats brought them. The goats mission, strip away the deadly wildfire fuel scrub-brush. Their reward, an all you can eat vegetarian banquet. Watch below, the goat herd in action! [aesop_video src="youtube" - [Chevy Chase Canyon Food Truck Party](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-canyon-food-truck-party/) - Party on the Green Blowout! Photos and Video. Almost 500 canyon families, friends, and neighbors celebrated at the annual Chevy Chase Canyon Food Truck party hosted by the Chevy Chase Country Club and the Chevy Chase Estates Association. It was a beautiful May day out on the spectacular picturesque canyon golf course featuring food trucks, - [Monarch Butterfly Waystation Event Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/monarch-butterfly-waystation-event/) - Emerald Island Park is now an official milkweed feeding and resting stop for migrating monarch butterflies. The Waystation was created and milkweed planted by the Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club. This effort, a year in the making, was spearheaded by CCEA Director Leticia Gonzalez, as a tribute and in memory of Mary Betlach, past President - [Party, Party, Party!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/party-party-party/) - Party This Sunday, 5/19, 3-7pm - All Canyon Families Invited - Free tickets HERE! The Chevy Chase Estates Association has again teamed with The Chevy Chase Country Club to throw a party for all canyon residents Sunday, May 19th, from 3 to 7 pm, at the jewel-of-our-canyon golf course. There will be a live band, - [Sycamore Canyon Saved Forever!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/sycamore-canyon-saved-forever/) - Wildlife Habitat Forever Protected in Chevy Chase Canyon 10 acres of pristine Sycamore Canyon in the heart of Chevy Chase Canyon has been acquired as a permanent wildlife migration corridor by The Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy. Read and see the AFC’s story below. “This time last year, The Arroyo & Foothills Conservancy asked you to - [Chevy Chase Canyon History Book](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-canyon-history-book/) - History of the Chevy Chase Estates Association, And the Community It Serves by Jerry McKee, with contributions from canyon residents. [aesop_gallery id="9007" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] A lovingly compiled history of the Chevy Chase Canyon in Glendale, CA, highlights the years just before1925 to the present day. From an occasional Native American encampment, to Spanish sheep - [In Your Mailbox – The CCEA Canyon Crier 2015](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/in-your-mailbox-the-ccea-canyon-crier/) - [aesop_gallery id="8984" revealfx="inplace" overlay_revealfx="off"] Click arrows top right to see the board of directors of the Chevy Chase Estates Association annual Canyon Crier “envelope stuffing party.” This volunteer effort by your friends and neighbors readies some 1500 CCEA newsletters/annual meeting invites that will arrive in every canyon mailbox very soon. - [City Council Candidate Forum](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/city-council-candidate-forum/) - Come Hear the Candidates! All Welcome - Chevy Chase and Glenoaks Canyons Wednesday February 7th at 7 pm Chevy Chase Country Club A historic first, Glenoaks Canyon Homeowners Association is tag teaming with Chevy Chase Estates Association to host the 2024 Glendale City Council Candidate Forum. Come one and come all to hear the candidates - [As Seen on TV NewsI](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/as-seen-on-tv-newsi/) - KCAL CBS featured a story on wildfire fire safety starring Patty Mundo, Inspector at the Glendale Fire Department, and Palma, Vincenti, canyon resident and a director on the board of the Chevy Chase Estates Association. Both Palma and Patty have been huge advocates of brush clearance and wildfire safety here in our canyon. Catch their - [Happy Halloween](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/happy-halloween/) - Do you know which canyon house this is? Hint: It's on Chevy Chase Drive. [aesop_gallery id="8367" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] - [Ice Cream Social Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ice-cream-social-photos-3/) - On a warm Saturday afternoon in October the CCEA hosted an ice cream social at our canyon library and fire station. Fun was had by all. Photos here! [aesop_gallery id="8357" revealfx="inplace" overlay_revealfx="off"] - [FREE ICE CREAM !!!!!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/free-ice-cream/) - Family Fun at the CCEA Ice Cream Social... and a tour of the Chevy Chase Bat Cave, also known as our Canyon Fire Station. Saturday, October 14, 12pm, at the Chevy Chase Library. And there's more! There will be sign ups for a brand-new program at our library where you get library access when you - [Historic Districts Under Fire](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/historic-districts-under-fire/) - REMINDER: Historic District Ordinance Returns to Council October 10 An important preservation practice is at a turning point. Elen Asatryan continues her attack on historic districts, even though for over 15 years opposition to the existing historic districts has been minimal. On Tuesday, October 10, two versions of a revised historic district ordinance return - [Garden Club Newsletter](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/garden-club-newsletter/) - Fun Garden Coming Events Check out The Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club Newsletter for all the latest canyon garden events. Join them. To RSVP or for more info email: kathyrealtor1@gmail.com Click here for Hahamonga Native Plant Nursery info and directions. - [Earthquake faults, Floods, and Landslides Mapped!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/earthquake-faults-floods-and-landslides-mapped/) - Find the potential hazards that may threaten your home! The City of Glendale has published “Specialty Maps” which includes a city map detailing Environmental Hazards including earthquake faults, blue line streams, dam inundation zones, and landslide-prone areas. Click on the map to pull up the entire city Pdf map which one can zoom into to - [Buckingham’s Night Out Neighborhood Shindig Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/buckinghams-night-out-neighborhood-shindig/) - The canyon’s Pride of Buckingham neighbors held a potluck block party to celebrate and honor the annual National Night Out. It was a Chevy Chase blast. And, there were celebrities galore. The Mayor of Glendale, Dan Brotman, Glendale’s finest GPD, and Glendale Fire straight out of the bat cave, all joined in with the - [Glendale Community Police Academy](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/glendale-community-police-academy/) - Glendale PD is now accepting applications for our 2023 Community Police Academy! The Community Academy is a 10 week program held by the Glendale Police Department where participants are instructed in the many facets of law enforcement. There will be presentations by members of law enforcement, police officers, detectives and civilian employees. Download Application Here - [Greedy Garbage Grab](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/greedy-garbage-grab/) - On Tuesday, June 6, 6:00 pm the Glendale City Council will vote on jacking up your garbage collection rates by an outrageous 387 percent. But it gets worse, the city council rulers have made it virtually impossible to comment on or protest their greedy rate hike. Please read the following and make your voices heard. - [Food Truck Party on the Green 2023](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/food-truck-party-on-the-green-2023/) - It was a grand old time on the green! Tons of fun, families, friends, great music, an enchanted setting, and oh those food truck treats, a wonderful time was had by all. The Chevy Chase Estates Association teamed with the Chevy Chase Country Club to throw our annual Canyon Party-On-The-Green Food Truck Extravaganza. Hard to - [Our Library – Events and New Chevy Choice Hours](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/our-library-events-and-new-chevy-choice-hours/) - Highlights of Chevy Chase Library Events! Click to get the awesome full list and schedule. NEW AT CHEVY CHASE – SELF SERVICE Choose your own library hours! A brand-new program is starting at our library where you get library access when you want, you choose. Click here to sign up for this program launch and - [Food Truck Party on the Green - Saturday, May 13th!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/food-truck-party-on-the-green-may13th/) - Party This Saturday - All Canyon Families Invited. Free tickets HERE! The Chevy Chase Estates Association has again teamed with The Chevy Chase Country Club to throw a party for all canyon residents Saturday, May 13th, from 3 to 7 pm, at the jewel-of-our-canyon golf course. There will be a live band, dancing, food trucks, - [Pets and Coyotes](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/pets-and-coyotes/) - Protect Your Pets from Canyon Wildlife We sadly continue to notice the “lost pet” posters up and down the Canyon neighborhoods. Living in our Canyon is indeed special, but we share it with wildlife and some of the wildlife can be harmful to dogs and cats. We offer the following to help keep our pet - [Annual Meeting Recap](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/annual-meeting-recap/) - 86th Annual Meeting! After two years meeting virtually on Zoom, canyon neighbors gathered in person at the Chevy Chase Estates Association’s 86th annual meeting. It was beyond wonderful to have everybody back together again! And just like before, the Chevy Chase Country Club was the perfect home to welcome canyon friends and neighbors for an - [A Deck Too Far](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/a-deck-too-far/) - Watch this short inspiring story about three canyon women who fought a house-flipper’s enormous illegal deck that towered over and threatened their homes below. It started with a call to the CCEA. A concerned Chevy Chase Canyon resident was worried that slipshod construction on a bluff over their home might come crashing down upon them - [Canyon Crier 2023](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-crier-2023/) - Get your 2023 CANYON CRIER Here! Annual meeting is Wednesday, March 8th, 6:30 pm at the Chevy Chase Country Club. All are welcome. Click below. In this issue: Annual Meeting Invite President's Message A Deck Too Far They Travel by Night Library Corner Canyon Cleanups Real Estate News And a Love Letter to the Canyon - [CCEA Director Honored by Glendale Fire!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-director-honored-by-glendale-fire/) - Leticia Gonzalez, Chevy Chase Estates Association director, and Ken Batchelor have been honored by the Glendale Fire Department for going above and beyond in their hard work to clear dried brush, a.k.a. fire fuel, from around their neighborhood and community. They both organized the event and did the hard slash and clear labor to make - [Wild Oak Survives Wild Oak Attack](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/wild-oak-survives-wild-oak-attack/) - It appears the huge tree’s roots just gave out. On a rainy night last week, a century old wild oak came smashing down just feet away from crushing our canyon’s beloved Wild Oak Café. We’re sad to see the grand old oak fall but the Wild Oak Café survived the near miss and served up - [Photos of the CCEA Ice Cream Social – Bat Cave Tour](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/photos-of-the-ccea-ice-cream-social-bat-cave-tour/) - Kids galore! The CCEA’s ice cream social hosted out front of our Chevy Chase Library and Fire Station was grand old time. Ice cream was gobbled up, and books enjoyed, but the star attraction turned out to be a tour of the famous Bat Cave, or Glendale Fire Station 23 as these photos below show. - [Ice Cream Social](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ice-cream-social/) - Come One, Come All - Fire and Ice this Saturday the 22nd at our Library. The CCEA is again sponsoring an old-fashioned ice cream social at our very own Chevy Chase Library. There will be FREE ICE CREAM, books galore, and a tour of the BAT CAVE also known as the Chevy Chase Fire Station. - [New Chevy Chase SPEED LIMIT](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/new-chevy-chase-speed-limit/) - New Speed Limit 25 MPH is now the law on Chevy Chase Drive. The speed limit has been moved back down from 30 to 25 mph as it had been not too long ago. The five mile an hour slowing will mean less stress and danger for those trying to get into and out of - [Chevy Chase Brush Clearance Day](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-brush-clearance-day/) - [aesop_video src="youtube" id="jOHeVzYgtyI" width="100%" align="center" disable_for_mobile="on" loop="off" controls="on" mute="off" autoplay="off" viewstart="off" viewend="off" show_subtitles="off" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] We did it! Watch us here! With the help of Glendale Fire, The California Conservation Corps, The Glendale Youth Alliance, your neighbors and CCEA board members, we wacked that fire-fuel brush way, way back. Thanks to Glendale for sponsoring - [Fight Chevy Chase Wildfire](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/fight-chevy-chase-wildfire/) - Canyon Volunteers Needed – Saturday, August 20, 8 AM Thanks to the tireless lobbying of the CCEA, Glendale Fire Department has chosen our Chevy Chase Canyon from a handful of local high-fire neighborhoods to do a multi-agency sponsored brush clearance. But they need our help! Come join your canyon neighbors this Saturday morning for a - [Food Truck Party On The Green Photos!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/food-truck-party-2/) - Fun, families, friends, great music, an enchanted setting, and oh those food truck treats, a wonderful time was had by all. The Chevy Chase Estates Association teamed with the Chevy Chase Country Club to throw the first annual Canyon Day On The Green Food Truck Extravaganza. Yes, annual, because it was such a smashing success, - [Sunday’s Chevy Chase Food Truck Party](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/food-truck-party/) - Get your free tickets to Sunday’s Chevy Chase Food Truck Party on The Green HERE! The Chevy Chase Estates Association has teamed with The Chevy Chase Country Club to throw a party for all canyon residents this Sunday, May 22nd from 4 to 7 pm on the fairway at the jewel-of-our-canyon golf course. There will be food - [Chevy Chase Evacuation Drill Recap.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-evacuation-drill-recap/) - The exercise was deemed a huge success despite one major glitch. Canyon residents’ response to the evacuation drill exceeded Fire Department expectations but behind the scenes the morning had its share of drama. After getting the scheduled drill alert, on Saturday morning May 14 at 9 am canyon friends and neighbors hopped in their - [Chevy Chase Canyon Emergency Evacuation Exercise - May 14, 2022 | 9AM](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-canyon-emergency-evacuation-exercise-may-14-2022-9am/) - [aesop_video src="youtube" id="OCs0bQdtVLg" align="center" caption="Silvio Lanzas, Glendale Fire Chief’s video message to Chevy Chase Canyon!" disable_for_mobile="off" loop="off" controls="on" mute="off" autoplay="off" viewstart="off" viewend="off" show_subtitles="off" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] All canyon residents are urged to join the Glendale Fire Department’s evacuation drill Saturday May 14th at 9 am. In case of a fast-moving wildfire or other disaster, nobody wants - [85th Annual CCEA Meeting Recap](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/85th-annual-ccea-meeting-recap/) - Watch a Zoom recording of the CCEA 85th Annual Meeting held on March 9th, 2022. Jonathan Payne, Fire Captain & Emergency Manager of the Glendale Fire Department discussed the planned Chevy Chase Canyon Evacuation Drill. And Patty Mundo, Vegetation Management Specialist spoke about fire safety brush clearance in our canyon. Also on the evening’s agenda - [85th ANNUAL MEETING!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/85th-annual-meeting/) - Do you have your copy of the CCEA 85th ANNUAL MEETING NEWSLETTER? The CCEA CANYON CRIER NEWSLETTER has been mailed to every canyon household with a special invite to our 85th annual CCEA meeting. The Glendale Fire Department will be revealing plans for a canyon-wide disaster evacuation drill, so this will be one event not - [Canyon Stairs Cleanup/Meetup January 22, 2022](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-stairs-cleanup-meetup-january-22-2022/) - What: Linda Vista/Buckingham Secret Stairs Cleanup Where: Meet at the bottom of the Buckingham stairs on Linda Vista, across from Dunsmere Road. When: Saturday January 22, 2022 at 2PM Did you know there is a Secret Stairway in Chevy Chase Canyon? It’s part of a city-owned path that connects Buckingham with Linda Vista. The stairs - [Canyon Christmas Lights Treasure Hunt](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-christmas-lights-treasure-hunt/) - New Homes Added This Year! Is your home here? Can you find your neighbor’s? Click upper right to see full-sized photos. [aesop_gallery id="6932" revealfx="inplace" overlay_revealfx="off"] Homes were photographed at random and some we miss. We also try to find new displays. If your house has been overlooked, perhaps it can be found in the lights of - [Development Alert - Substandard Lot Variance Hearing](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/development-alert-substandard-lot-variance-hearing/) - 3132 Charing Cross Road - Too big a house on too small a lot. On Wednesday, December 8th at 9:30 am the Glendale Planning Hearing Officer will hear a variance case regarding 3132 Charing Cross Road. Information on how to attend the hearing can be found here. Concerned canyon residents can express their views by - [The Gift of Chevy Chase History!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-gift-of-chevy-chase-history/) - YOUR CANYON HISTORY - BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND The UPDATED History of the Chevy Chase Estates Association and the Community it Serves - SECOND EDITION is once again available for purchase as we've printed up a few more. Get yours today for only a $5 donation to cover the cost of printing. A great gift for cherished neighbors, and a great welcome-to-the-neighborhood - [Join Your Neighbors for a Canyon Cleanup - November 13, 2021](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/join-your-neighbors-for-a-canyon-cleanup-november-13-2021/) - Meet your Neighbors and help keep our canyon clean! What: Pride of Buckingham/Chevy Chase Estates Association Fall Canyon Cleanup When: 8:30 AM / Saturday, November 13, 2021 Where: Meet at the Chevy Chase Library What to bring: gloves, sun protection, water, and a desire to clean up our canyon! Please join us in cleaning up - [Halloween in Chevy Chase Canyon](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/halloween2021-in-chevy-chase-canyon/) - Our canyon residents are surely in the Halloween Spirit! Check out some of these decoration photos from around the neighborhood. The CCEA wishes you a Safe & Happy Halloween! [aesop_gallery id="6811"] - [CLOSING CHEVY CHASE LIBRARY](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/closing-chevy-chase-library/) - Our Community Library may soon cease to exist. Despite promises to make improvements to our library and update its collection, a proposal to transfer it to the Community Services and Parks department and provide "minimal library services" is now being considered by the City Council. This will spell the end of our library. PLEASE ACT - [Ice Cream Social Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ice-cream-social-photos-2/) - Chevy Chase Library NOW OPEN! The CCEA ice cream social celebrating the reopening of our neighborhood library was a grand success. Kids, parents, dogs, and canyon neighbors enjoyed the sunny day and free ice cream. And the topper… canyon residents were treated to presentation detailing the new cutting-edge changes coming soon to our beloved library. - [Two Canyon Development Alerts](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/two-canyon-development-alerts/) - 1. Proposed – Bulldoze a Mini-Forest of 9 Protected Live Oaks 2936 Greenwich Road, Glendale PDR 2115513 [aesop_gallery id="6665" revealfx="inplace" overlay_revealfx="off"] To construct a new three-story, 2,740 square-foot, single-family residence and an attached two-car garage on a 9,719 square-foot lot in the R1R, FAR District II zone. The subject lot is currently vacant and has - [Ice Cream Social at the Chevy Chase Library - October 16, 2021](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ice-cream-social-at-the-chevy-chase-library-october-16-2021/) - Please join us for ice cream & to celebrate the reopening of the Chevy Chase Library! Stay for a tour of the reimagined library and an introduction to the upcoming "self-serve" model. Saturday October 16, 2021 @ 1PM CHEVY CHASE LIBRARY 3301 E Chevy Chase Drive, Glendale CA 91206 - [The Pride of Buckingham Celebrates...](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-pride-of-buckingham-celebrates/) - Way to go canyon neighbors of Buckingham Dr. Great potluck evening with friends, family, and neighbors. Click on photos below. [aesop_gallery id="6613" revealfx="inplace" overlay_revealfx="off"] - [Join Your Neighbors for a Canyon Cleanup - June 26, 2021](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/join-your-neighbors-for-a-canyon-cleanup-june-26-2021/) - What: Pride of Buckingham/Chevy Chase Estates Association Canyon Cleanup When: 8:30AM / Saturday, June 26, 2021 Where: We’ll meet at the intersection of East Chevy Chase and Linda Vista. What to bring: gloves, sun protection, water, and a desire to clean up our canyon! Please join us in cleaning up our canyon by volunteering to - [The CCEA Strongly Opposes SB 9 & SB 10](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-ccea-strongly-opposes-sb-9-sb-10/) - Two new bills are being considered by the California State Legislature, SB 9 and SB 10, that would both seriously impact local zoning regulations and allow major new development in residential areas. Watch the video below. [aesop_video src="youtube" id="YpBmRgTFAbo" width="100%" align="center" disable_for_mobile="off" loop="off" controls="on" mute="off" autoplay="off" viewstart="off" viewend="off" show_subtitles="off" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] The CCEA board - [Your Invite to Join Our Annual Meeting Wed. March 10th](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/your-invite-to-join-our-annual-meeting-wed-march-10th/) - chevychaseestates.us/meeting - [](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/6523-2/) - With best wishes to our neighbors and supporters for a happy, healthy holiday season! from the Chevy Chase Estates Association - [NEW CHEVY CHASE CHRISTMAS PORTALS!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/new-chevy-chase-christmas-portals/) - [aesop_gallery id="6518" revealfx="inplace" overlay_revealfx="off"] The Warren Binzley Family moved to the Chevy Chase area in the 1980. For several years, they have been decorating the portals at Christmas time that welcome everyone who pass on their way up and down the Canyon. The darling Nutcracker Soldiers who brought so much happiness to all of us - [Happy Thanksgiving](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/happy-thanksgiving/) - Happy Thanksgiving from the Chevy Chase Estates Association - [Armenia.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/armenia/) - [910 Laird Dr. CCEA Urges City Council to Deny](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/910-laird-dr-ccea-urges-city-council-to-deny/) - TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2020, AT OR AFTER THE HOUR OF 6:00 p.m. Dear Mayor and Honored City Council Members of Glendale California: The Chevy Chase Estates Association urges The Glendale City Council to stand behind two Planning Commission’s findings and four Design Review Board’s findings and vote not to grant the owner’s appeal to 5 - [Join Your Neighbors for the Canyon Cleanup!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/join-your-neighbors-for-the-canyon-cleanup/) - What: Pride of Buckingham/Chevy Chase Estates Association Canyon Cleanup When: 8:15AM / Saturday, October 10, 2020 Where: Meeting point is the Chevy Chase Library parking lot. What to bring: a mask/face covering, gloves, sun protection, water, and a desire to clean up our canyon! Please join us in cleaning up our canyon by volunteering to - [Virtual "Town Hall" with Councilmember Ardy Kassakhian](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/virtual-town-hall-with-councilmember-ardy-kassakhian/) - Calling All Glendale Residents Wednesday, July 29, at 6:00 pm. ZOOM link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85938375282 The Chevy Chase Estates Association invites all Glendale residents to meet, greet, and share ideas with Glendale’s newest City Council member, Ardy Kassakhian on Wednesday, July 29th at 6: pm. This will be a Zoom meeting done on your computer, laptop, or phone. If - [Safer at Home: Resources from the CCEA](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/safer-at-home-resources-from-the-ccea/) - The Chevy Chase Estates Association (CCEA) has been dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in Chevy Chase Estates for 83 years. The CCEA Board of Directors aims to provide members with current and useful information on the many issues affecting Canyon residents. We have all been impacted by the current “safer at home” order. - [Our 83rd Annual Meeting!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/our-83rd-annual-meeting/) - For 83 Years The Chevy Chase Estates Association Has Protected and Preserved Our Canyon. Our CCEA annual meeting at the Chevy Chase Country Club was a huge success. And it was different from annual meetings of past, we had far more speakers from our canyon addressing our canyon history and resources. The speakers were fascinating - [This Wed. the 11th of March.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/this-wed-the-11th-of-march/) - Our Yearly Get Together With Friends and Neighbors. Since 1937 your Chevy Chase Estates Association has hosted annual meetings for our members, and for everyone who calls Chevy Chase Canyon home. The 83-year-old CCEA is the oldest association of homeowners in California and canyon residents can join for only $35 a year. Have you - [In Your Mailbox Today!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/in-your-mailbox-today/) - Check your Mail! Today the Chevy Chase Estates Association has sent every canyon resident our annual newsletter, THE CANYON CRIER. See you at our annual meeting. - [CCEA Bill Nichol Honored by Glendale and California For 30 Years of Service.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-bill-nichol-honored-by-glendale-and-california-for-30-years-of-service/) - On Monday Feb. 3rd, 2020 the Glendale Homeowners Coordinating Council (GHCC) honored our own Chevy Chase Estates Association Director Bill Nicoll for thirty years of service. On hand to make it official were Glendale Mayor Ara Najarian, our council members, Paula Devine, Vrej Agajanian, and a presenter from California Laura Freedman’s office. Other greats honoring - [Bad Development Alert Hearing CANCELED](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/bad-development-alert/) - Tomorrow's Wed. 2/19/20 2508 St Andrews Hearing Canceled "As of this afternoon, the owner has requested that the case not be heard tomorrow and that it be continued to an unspecified date in the future. The matter will be re-noticed once the case is rescheduled. Any and all comments submitted for tomorrow’s hearing will be - [Chevy Chase Canyon Historical Photos, Mapped!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-canyon-historical-photos-mapped/) - Did you know there is a collection of historic photos of Chevy Chase Canyon on our website? Check out our History & Photos page for a look back in time, including photos, newspaper clippings, and more! You can also view some of the photos on the map below. Admire our neighborhood Lloyd Wright house from - [Glendale Elections Candidate Forums](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/glendale-elections-candidate-forums/) - From GlendaleVotes.org: "In accordance with the California Voter Participation Rights Act (SB 415) and after the passage of Measure P by Glendale voters in 2018, General Municipal Elections shall be held to coincide with any statewide primary election date in even numbered years. The next Glendale Municipal Election will take place on March 3, 2020." As this - [Photos from the Gingerbread House Party at the Chevy Chase Library!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/photos-from-the-gingerbread-house-party-at-the-chevy-chase-library/) - The Gingerbread house making bash at our Chevy Chase Library was a huge success. It may have been the best-attended library event ever. And so many creative and wonderful gingerbread houses were lovingly crafted, everybody had a blast. But wait, there was more besides gingerbread houses, there was a 3D printer printing red things, there - [Gingerbread House Day at the Chevy Chase Library!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/gingerbread-house-day-at-the-chevy-chase-library/) - Saturday, December 14 1:00pm - 4:00pm Chevy Chase Library Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from your over 70-year-old canyon protector! Enjoy Holiday magic at our canyon library, build your own gingerbread house! All ginger builders are welcome no matter the age. Sponsored by the Chevy Chase Estates Association! Gather together to enjoy hot chocolate and - [Canyon Cleanup - THANK YOU!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-cleanup-thank-you/) - Many hands make light work! Chevy Chase Canyon neighbors came together on a Saturday morning, as they’ve done for over ten years, to clean up our local streets. The morning ended with breakfast at our canyon’s wonderful Wild Oak Cafe. We had a great group of a dozen volunteers (two didn't make it into the photo) who harvested about - [Canyon Cleanup, November 16](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-cleanup-november-16/) - Pride of Buckingham Canyon Cleanup 8:30 AM / Saturday, November 16, 2019 Meet at the intersection of East Chevy Chase & Linda Vista Please join us in cleaning up our canyon by volunteering to pick up litter along East Chevy Chase to Emerald Isle Drive, and Linda Vista to Buckingham Road. Meet your Neighbors and help - [Neighbors Cleaning Secret Steps Made Amazing Discovery, and new garbage cans!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/neighbors-cleaning-secret-steps-made-amazing-discovery-and-new-garbage-cans/) - Thanks to the Chevy Chase Estates Association Director Sarah Emery Bunn for again organizing a cleanup event on our canyon’s historic hidden stairs. Our team was made up in part by Ken Batchelor, Leticia Gonzalez , Graeme Whifler, Douglas Hughes, and Zak Grausam, and Sarah Emery Bunn. It was fun dirty dusty work that brought - [Linda Vista/Buckingham Secret Stairs Cleanup](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/linda-vista-buckingham-secret-stairs-cleanup/) - [aesop_gallery id="6081" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] What: 2nd Annual Linda Vista/Buckingham Secret Stairs Cleanup Where: Meet at the bottom of the Buckingham stairs on Linda Vista, across from Dunsmere Road. When: Saturday October 12 at 9AM Did you know there is a Secret Stairway in Chevy Chase Canyon? It’s part of a city-owned path that connects - [Canyon Homeowner’s Insurance Not Renewed? Come to Our Library Sat. Oct. 5th at 2 pm.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-homeowners-insurance-not-renewed-come-to-our-library-sat-oct-5th-at-2-pm/) - After the recent devastating California wildfires, most insurers will no longer write policies in brush zones like Chevy Chase Canyon. Many canyon residences have reported that fire insurance is near impossible to acquire unless one purchases the state-run California FAIR Plan. What are the options? Hear from an expert. This Saturday, October 5th at 2 - [CANYON RABIES ALERT UPDATE!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-rabies-alert/) - Rabies found in our canyon. Click on the image below to see all the info! For more information on bats and rabies please click the following links: Although bats are the major - [Eagle Scout Project From Our Canyon Boy Scout Troup 125 Hits a Historical Home Run!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/eagle-project-at-our-chevy-chase-library/) - Aspiring Eagle Scout Austin Wuthrich reached out to the Chevy Chase Estates Association searching for historical photos of our canyon to use in his Eagle Scout Project that would grace the Chevy Chase Library with historical photos. The CCEA opened up our entire photo collection to Austin and he curated, printed, framed, and hung the - [Wildfire Preparedness - Glendale Fire Dept.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/wildfire-preparedness-glendale-fire-dept/) - A must watch video! Glendale fire chief Silvio Lanzas has posted an urgent video on how to save your home and family when the next wildfire strikes. We in Chevy Chase Canyon live in a beautiful secluded wooded oasis, but it's also a tinderbox that has burned in the past. Your CCEA asks you to - [NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Tuesday, August 6, 2019 / 6:30PM-9:00PM](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/national-night-out-tuesday-august-6-2019-630pm-900pm/) - NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Tuesday, August 6, 2019 / 6:30PM-9:00PM Join us for an informal gathering of neighbors at the TOP of Buckingham Place Pot Luck* National Night Out is observed annually on the first Tuesday in - [The 5 Escape Routes Out of Chevy Chase Canyon!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-5-escape-routes-out-of-chevy-chase-canyon/) - Do you know the 5 escape routes out of our canyon? Click to download a full sized map. Learn them, drive them now before disaster strikes. Do it, save lives. - [Photos from Pride of Buckingham Canyon Cleanup](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/photos-from-pride-of-buckingham-canyon-cleanup/) - Who would have thought picking up trash was so much fun. Chevy Chase Canyon neighbors came together on a Saturday morning, as they've done for over ten years, to clean up our local thoroughfares. The morning ended with breakfast/lunch at our canyon's wonderful Wild Oak Cafe. An interesting note, those that have been part of - [Meet Your Neighbors and Help Keep Our Canyon Clean!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/meet-your-neighbors-and-help-keep-our-canyon-clean/) - Pride of Buckingham Canyon Cleanup 8:30 AM / Saturday, June 15, 2019 Please join us in cleaning up our canyon by volunteering to pick up litter along East Chevy Chase to Emerald Isle Drive, and Linda Vista to Buckingham Road. We’ll meet at the intersection of East Chevy Chase and Linda Vista. Please contact Leticia Gonzalez - [Living with Canyon Coyotes.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/living-with-canyon-coyotes/) - A Must Watch for Residents of Chevy Chase! Everything all canyon dwellers need to know about living with coyotes is covered in this fantastic 54 minute video. The first thing to understand about coyotes is that they are very smart, and learn fast. The trick taught in this presentation is how to harness their smarts - [Great News for our Owls, Hawks, Cats and Dogs, Coyotes and Mountain Lions.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/great-news-for-our-owls-hawks-cats-and-dogs-coyotes-and-mountain-lions/) - They may no longer die slow bleed out deaths from rat poison. We of the CCEA have been championing this for a long time. https://www.chevychaseestates.us/rat-poison-kills-rats-and-hawks-owls-bobcats-mountain-lions-dogs-and-cats/ https://www.chevychaseestates.us/2729/ - [POISON is NOT THE ANSWER!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/2729/) - POISON is NOT THE ANSWER! "I died today. I was found by a kind, sweet woman who does wildlife rescue. I was so sick, I could barely open my eyes. She took me inside, cradling me in her warm arms, and made me warm and comfortable. I opened my eyes and looked at her and - [Photos From the CCEA Coffee & Paint Event](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/photos-from-the-ccea-coffee-paint-event/) - It was a great event with lots of kids, parents, and adults making some amazing art at our local Chevy Chase Library. Your Chevy Chase Estates Association, who has been protecting and preserving our canyon for 80 years, along with the Wild Oak Cafe who supplied all the coffee and treats, and of course our - [Wildfire Drill - Structure Vulnerability Assessment](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/wildfire-drill-structure-vulnerability-assessment/) - On Sunday, April 28th the fire departments of Glendale, Pasadena, and San Marino conducted a wildfire drill at the top of our canyon around the Figueroa Street area. The purpose of the exercise was to practice cross-departmental coordination and to evaluate and score structures on their wildfire vulnerability. Included are photos from the day and - [Fear Not Sunday April 28th, a Fire Drill](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/fear-not-sunday-april-28th-a-fire-drill/) - This just in from our new Glendale Fire Chief Silvio Lanzas to share with canyon neighbors... Glendale Fire Department in conjunction with the Pasadena Fire Department will be participating in a Brush Fire Preparedness drill on Sunday April 28th. The drill will be on the border of Glendale/Pasadena and La Canada at the top of - [Coffee and Paint With the CCEA!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/coffee-and-paint-with-the-ccea/) - Saturday, May 4, 2019 2−4 pm at the Chevy Chase Library Please RSVP Below - [April 24th. Armenian Geniocide Day](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/april-24th/) - Many Glendale business will be closed on Wednesday the 24th. Here is why. Just one guy's story on Youtube out of thousands. This is a must watch. We can't show you the iconic photo of the many Armenian young women crucified during the Genocide but one can look that image up. [aesop_video src="youtube" id="eJxfMnf_Ofw" align="center" - [82 Years, Our 2019 Canyon Meeting](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/82-years-our-2019-canyon-meeting/) - Photos from our 82nd annual meeting. It was a great event at our beautiful new Country Club. If you weren't there, plan on coming next year!. We have great new people in charge of our police and fire. Glendale CA Police Chief Carl Povilaitis, Glendale CA Fire Chief Silvio Lanzas, and Glendale CA PD Lt. - [Come One, Come All - CCEA'S 82nd Annual Meeting at the Beautiful New Clubhouse - CCEA members get 15% off on dinners before the meeting!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/come-one-come-all-cceas-82nd-annual-meeting-at-the-beautiful-new-clubhouse-15-0ff-for-dinners/) - Free invite for Canyon Neighbors! Our 82nd annual meeting on Wednesday, March 13 at 7:00 pm is a free event for all folks living in the canyon hosted at the new Chevy Chase Country Club. CCEA members dine at the club before the meeting and get 15% off your check. This year's meeting will Feature - [Get Your CCEA Ads Here!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/get-your-ccea-ads-here/) - Your Business Here! Reach 1500 Canyon Homes! Have a business you’d like canyon residents to know about? Dog walkers, plumbers, babysitters, lawyers, accountants, gardeners; whatever your business, all you need is a business card, or business card art, to advertise in the Chevy Chase Estates Association annual newsletter and reach over 1500 households in our - [DRB Shoots Down 910 Laird Project](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/drb-shoots-down-910-laird-project/) - The Glendale Design Review Board has voted on the 910 Laird project! Thanks to all who have supported our efforts to challenge this project. Once again we prevailed. Canyon Development Alert! One Step Forward, Two Steps Back. Once again the project at 910 Laird will be up for review by the Design Review Board this Thursday the 10th - [New Secret Christmas Lights in Our Canyon.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/new-secret-christmas-lights-in-our-canyon/) - Is your home here? Can you find your neighbor’s? New Homes Added This Year! Click upper right to see full-sized photos. [aesop_gallery id="5468" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] Homes were photographed at random and some we miss. We also try to find new displays. If your house has been overlooked, perhaps it can be found in the lights of - [Just in Time for the Holidays, Chevy Chase History!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/just-in-time-for-the-hollidays-chevy-chase-history/) - BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND - YOUR CANYON HISTORY The UPDATED History of the Chevy Chase Estates Association and the Community it Serves - SECOND EDITION is once again available for purchase as we've printed up a few more. Get yours today for only a $5 donation to cover the cost of printing. A great gift for cherished neighbors, and a great welcome-to-the-neighborhood - [Happy Thanksgiving from the CCEA](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/happy-thanksgiving-from-the-ccea/) - From your 12 neighbors who volunteer to serve on the Chevy Chase Estates Association board of directors as other neighbors have done for 80 years, the CCEA wishes all canyon residents a Happy Thanksgiving. Photo of a deer taken in our canyon a few years back. For some charming and rare older and newer photos - [Stop the Mansionization -- Urgent Call to Action](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/stop-the-mansionization-urgent-call-to-action/) - For those of you who follow City Council happenings, you might have seen an extremely disturbing occurrence recently (and for those of you who shun the often-sordid world of politics, it’s time pay attention before it’s too late): Glendale laws which are meant to prevent irresponsible development and “mansionization” in the hillsides are being casually - [Secret Canyon Stairs Neighborhood Cleanup](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/secret-canyon-stairs-neighborhood-cleanup/) - Did you know there is a Secret Stairway in Chevy Chase Canyon? It’s part of a city-owned path that connects Buckingham Rd. with Linda Vista Rd. The stairs had all but disappeared under years of washed down dirt and leaves The city hadn’t cleaned for over 25 years, secret stairs are not high on their - [City Council at Chevy Chase Photos and Important Info.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/city-council-at-chevy-chase-photos-and-important-info/) - For the first time, Glendale City Council moved their Tuesday night meetings from city hall and held court at the beautiful new Chevy Chase Country Club. It was a well-attended event with a lot of citizen oral communications, hours worth. [aesop_gallery id="5175" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] One issue of widespread and deep concern echoed over and over was the - [Ice Cream Social Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ice-cream-social-photos/) - Too Much Fun. The Chevy Chase Estates Association sponsored an Ice Cream Social that was a smashing success. The Glendale Fire department offered a detailed inside tour of firefighting, lifesaving info for the young ones on how to survive a fire, and some hands-on experience with a fire hose (see photos). Thanks to all the - [Ice Cream Social hosted by the CCEA!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ice-cream-social-hosted-by-the-ccea/) - The Chevy Chase Estates Association invites all canyon residents, especially those with children to our very first ice cream social. The event starts at 2 pm Saturday the 25th with a tour of the Chevy Chase's Bat Cave formally known as Fire Station 23 that is right next door to the Library. Following the tour, there will be - [Newly Discovered Chevy Chase Canyon History](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/newly-discovered-chevy-chase-canyon-history/) - A treasure trove of never seen canyon history has been donated to the Chevy Chase Estates Association and we would like to share the highlights. Most of these documents detail the early years of our canyon development as the founder Bert Farrar laid out his plans for the canyon and then proceded to build it. - [ICE CREAM SOCIAL COMING SOON!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ice-cream-social-coming-soon/) - FREE ICE CREAM SATURDAY, AUGUST 25! SAVE THE DATE. MORE INFO. SOON. - [Still Time to Invest in Chevy Estates.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/still-time-to-invest-in-chevy-estates/) - Check out our Canyon History - [Laird Project Again - Let Your Voice Be Heard](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/laird-project-again-let-your-voice-be-heard/) - Update - Project sent back to the drawing board once again! The CCEA and concerned neighbors prevailed. The Design Review Board voted to send the Laird Street project back for another redesign. Thanks to all who wrote emails and attended the meeting. Canyon Development Alert! Once again the project at 910 Laird will be held this 5 - [Off To Make Music - CCEA Elects New Officers](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/off-to-play-his-music-ccea-elects-new-officers/) - After many years of truly inspirational dedication to Chevy Chase Estates Association, our longtime President, Brian Duran, will be stepping down from the CCEA board to dedicate himself more fully to his many other activities. Most of you know Brian as one of the great champions of hillside protection; over his many years as CCEA’s - [A Wonderful Event - The CCEA'S 81st Annual Meeting](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/a-wonderful-event-the-cceas-81st-annual-meeting/) - A full house of canyon neighbors gathered at the beautiful new CCCC Clubhouse to hear Glendale Fire Chief Gregory Fish detail wildfire protection and survival. Tom Lorenz, Glendale Director of Communications, jumped in with emergency contact information. It was an evening of lifesaving tips. Whether one attended or not, sign up for Glendale emergency notifications - [CCEA Annual Meeting - All Canyon Neighbors Invited](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-annual-meeting-all-canyon-neighbors-invited/) - An Evening of Fire and Beauty Our 81st annual meeting this Wednesday, March 14 at 7:00 pm is a free event for all folks living in the canyon. FIRE Glendale Fire Chief Gregory Fish will be speaking about fire protection in the canyon. In wake of the devastating fires that ravished California a few months back this presentation - [81st Annual Meeting at the Beautiful New Clubhouse](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/81st-annual-meeting-at-the-beautiful-new-clubhouse/) - Free invite for Canyon Neighbors! Our 81st annual meeting on Wednesday, March 14 at 7:00 pm is a free event for all folks living in the canyon. Glendale Fire Chief Gregory Fish will be speaking about fire protection in the canyon. And There is More! See the New Clubhouse! This will be the Chevy Chase Estates Association's - [The Universe at Our Chevy Chase Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-universe-at-our-chevy-chase-library/) - This Saturday, January 27th at 2 pm. Richard Wade brings the universe down to earth! A wonderful science presentation of the entire family. - [Canyon Construction Projects](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-construction-projects-4/) - Chevy Chase Canyon has 40 new construction projects either pending or in progress. See the complete list as compiled by the CCEA. Click below. - [The History of Chevy Chase Canyon in Spoken Words](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/a-podcast-history-the-history-of-the-ccea-in-words/) - Turn off your lights, put on your headphones, wander up this old dirt road and listen to an amazing history of our Chevy Chase Canyon as told by one of the directors of the Chevy Chase Estates Association. Thanks to Ron Nedd for gifting our canyon with this podcast. Click below to hear our history. - [Advertise with the CCEA!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/your-ad-here/) - Your Business Here! Reach 1500 Canyon Homes! Have a business you’d like canyon residents to know about? Dog walkers, plumbers, babysitters, lawyers, accountants, gardeners; whatever your business, all you need is a business card, or business card art, to advertise in the Chevy Chase Estates Association annual newsletter and reach over 1500 households in our - [Please Help -- Once Again](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/please-help-again/) - URGENT They are back after a delay. Canyon Development Alert! 3rd Strike?!!! The new Design Review hearing for 910 Laird will be held this Thursday the 14th at the MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING – 633 E. Broadway, Room 105 And all are welcome! If you can't make this meeting and have not already sent an email. - [Your Voices Were Heard.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/your-voices-were-heard/) - UPDATE - The DRB Upholds the Spirit of the Hillside Ordinance Citing the Hillside Ordinance, The Design Review Board took issue with the siting of this project up on the hill with its apparent mass and has returned the project for redesign. Thank you DRB for your clear understanding of the continued issues regarding - [Meet the New Owners of the Chevy Chase Country Club](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/meet-the-new-owners-of-the-chevy-chase-country-club/) - Finally some great info on the three guys who bought and transformed the Chevy Chase Country Club. Hear them interviewed in a 43-minute audio blog hosted by Ron Nedd, They talk about where they came from, how they met, the CCCC, and their dreams for the Club's future. It's a great blog and interview that Ron - [Happy Thanksgiving from the CCEA; Protecting and Preserving since 1937](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/happy-thanksgiving-from-the-ccea-protecting-and-preserving-since-1937/) - From your 12 neighbors who volunteer to serve on the Chevy Chase Estates Association board of directors as other neighbors have done for 80 years, the CCEA wishes all canyon residents a Happy Thanksgiving. Since it's founding in 1937, a changing series of 12 elected canyon neighbors have met on the second Wednesday of every - [A Blast From the Past - 1956](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/a-blast-from-the-past-1956/) - 61 Years ago The Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club put out a challenge to canyon residents to clean up their act! Find out what our garden club is up to today. - [A New Night Time Look for Chevy Chase Drive](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/a-new-night-time-look-for-chevy-chase-drive/) - The City of Glendale has been slowly updating our unique street lamps along Chevy Chase Drive from the older ones using yellow sodium vapor technology to the newer white light and more efficient LED lamps. Progress. [aesop_gallery id="4528" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] For more info on LED and sodium lamps please check out these two - [Call to Action – Please Make Your Voice Heard, Again.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/call-to-action-please-make-your-voice-heard-again/) - Canyon Development Alert! 3rd Stirke?!!! TODAY'S DESIGN REVIEW BOARD HEARING HAS BEEN CANCELED Details on rescheduling coming soon. Send emails objecting to this project to: kduarte@glendaleca.gov Three years ago the Glendale Planning Commission said NO to this proposed development because placement of the structure at this site would have compromised the forested hillside. Two years later the - [The Library's Petting Zoo](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-librarys-petting-zoo/) - Meet the Farm Animals, Chevy Chase Library’s Miniature Petting Zoo was a smash success. The farm animals were a hit with both young and old, and the event drew so many canyon neighbors the crowd spilled over from the Library’s front lawn to assorted fun and games inside. The Chevy Chase Estates Association was pleased - [Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy’s Master Plan Seeks Support](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/flintridge-sacred-heart-academys-master-plan-seeks-support/) - Our next door, on top of the hill neighbors, with historical ties to our canyon, the Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy is looking to update their campus. A few years back they made a presentation to the Chevy Chase Estates Association Board of Directors sharing ideas on proposed upgrades to their school. It sounded good; - [Miniature Petting Zoo!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/miniature-petting-zoo/) - Fun for kids this Saturday at our Chevy Chase Library. - [Rat Poison kills rats; and HAWKS, OWLS, BOBCATS, MOUNTAIN LIONS, and your DOGS AND CATS.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/rat-poison-kills-rats-and-hawks-owls-bobcats-mountain-lions-dogs-and-cats/) - Three young mountain lions have been found dead recently in the Santa Monica Mountains over the last several weeks, according to the National Park Service. The most recent to be discovered was P-34, a female who was apparently killed by rat poison. Please watch this video. Please don't use poison. [aesop_video align="center" src="youtube" id="-j7_2RPYUqM" disable_for_mobile="off" - [Wild Oak Cafe on Eye on LA!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/wild-oak-cafe-on-eye-on-la/) - Chevy Chase Canyon's very own Wild Oak Cafe was featured on the TV show Eye on LA! Check it out. Located on the outskirts of Glendale, the Wild Oak Cafe is a hidden gem that offers some super tasty breakfasts. Everything is made in-house, including the cream cheese-stuffed French toast, which is a crowd favorite. - [Clubhouse Progress at the Chevy Chase Country Club](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/clubhouse-progress-at-the-chevy-chase-country-club/) - Close to completion, a first look at the Chevy Chase Estates Country Club new clubhouse. In a word, IMPRESSIVE, a grand affair. With landscaping it will be spectacular. But the two little things that tell the most in these photos, the two little details that reveal the owners intent on their vision of a first - [80th Annual CCEA Meeting! Come one come all.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/80th-annual-ccea-meeting-come-one-come-all/) - Read what the Glendale News Press says about the candidates. It's that time of year, time to renew your membership or become a new member. Why join the CCEA like canyon residents have done for 80 years? Click to find out. Online CCEA memberships and / or purchase the new Chevy Chase History Book. Donate - [CCEA Annual Meeting and Candidate Forum Photos!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-annual-meeting-and-candidate-forum-2/) - Our annual meeting and candidate forum at our Chevy Chase Library was a smash success. Each Glendale City Council candidate was grilled to perfection by CCEA Board Director Marion Pyle, and each offered articulate and insightful responses to issues that are of concern to canyon residents. Thank you, candidates, one and all. Photos from the evening... - [CCEA Director's Stuffing Party](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-directors-stuffing-party/) - Like we have done for 80 years, your fellow canyon neighbors and friends who volunteer with the Chevy Chase Estates Association prepared the mailing of “Canyon Crier,” our annual CCEA newsletter. With the help of spouses and children we were able to fold, collate, secure, and address 1500 newsletters that will be mailed everybody in - [CCEA Candidate Forum - March 8th](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-candidate-forum-march-8th/) - Read what the Glendale News Press says about the candidates. - [CANYON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-construction-projects-3/) - Click here for a list of all 34 proposed canyon construction projects. - [Canyon Development Chart](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-development-chart/) - Click here to see a chart of all 36 proposed canyon development projects! [aesop_gallery id="4075" revealfx="off"] - [Package thief in canyon](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/package-thief-in-canyon/) - The following email was just sent to the Chevy Chase Estates Association. We are sharing it with canyon residents as a warning to be on the lookout for this thief. Hello, I live on the 2000 block of Cascadia Dr. Yesterday we had a package stolen from our front porch. I wanted to write to - [Help Brainstorm for a Better Library!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/help-brainstorm-for-a-better-library/) - Let's get together to brainstorm how to make our library even better! Come share your ideas for programming and making the most of our little gem of a library, the Chevy Chase branch. The directing librarian and volunteers will attend. We want to hear from YOU! Sat., Feb. 11 @ 2 p.m., 3301 E. Chevy - [Volcanoes - Explosive Family Fun Feb. 4th!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/volcanoes-explosive-family-fun-feb-4th/) - [Happy Chevy Thanksgiving!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/happy-chevy-thanksgiving/) - [Call to Action - Please Make Your Voice Heard](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/call-to-action-please-make-your-voice-heard/) - -- UPDATE -- Tonight, Thursday the 11th, the Glendale Design Review Board REJECTED the proposed house location and told the developer, Sorry Charlie, no house is going on top of that hill. Forget it. WE WON! Thanks to everybody who attended the meeting and who sent emails, the response was overwhelming and a huge message - [New CCCC Clubhouse Going Up Fast](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/new-cccc-clubhouse-going-up-fast/) - The owners weren't kidding when they said they would have the new clubhouse finished in a year. See framing construction photos by clicking here. Foundation work photo slideshow click here. - [CCEA Rocket Scientists Dazzle – Event Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-rocket-scientists-dazzle-event-photos/) - The Wonders of the Cosmos presentation was a trippy, far-out exploration of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory’s achievements and triumphs on earth as well as into deep space and beyond. Hosted by the Chevy Chase Estates Association’s very own Leigh Torgerson, an engineer with JPL, the afternoon began with a discussion and photo archive of the - [Wonders of the Cosmos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/wonders-of-the-cosmos/) - Join us Saturday May 21st from 2-4 pm at the Chevy Chase Library for a special presentation of JPL: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. Learn about the many discoveries, vistas and wonders of our universe made possible by the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, JPL history as well as future projects. Featured speakers will be our own JPL Canyon - [Canyon Mail Theft](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-mail-theft/) - An alert from Sue Shine, Lead Office, GPD Chevy Chase Residents: We have had numerous reports of opened mailboxes up on Buckingham over the past month. Today, an astute resident found discard mail in the street at the end of Cornwall. The mail that she found with addresses were from Cascadia and Kennigton. This leads - [CCEA Annual Meeting and Candidate Forum](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-annual-meeting-and-candidate-forum/) - Come to the CCEA Annual Meeting to hear Candidates for the Glendale City Council answer questions about our canyon and Glendale. PLEASE NOTE: Country Club renovation will not be discussed at Wednesday’s meeting due to candidate forum time constraints. If there is sufficient interest, a special meeting to discuss the Club’s plans will be set - [CANYON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-construction-projects-2/) - This chart of current proposed construction projects in our canyon that are under review by The City of Glendale is compiled as a courtesy by the CCEA. Links to online resources about construction projects: Map of development projects: http://glendalegeo.maps.arcgis.com/apps/OnePane/basicviewer/index.html?appid=2b58677f8b2249fbadc0d2f8e6d3eec9 Planning applications: http://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/community-development/planning/current-projects/planning-division-applications-submitted Video of city hearings: http://www.ci.glendale.ca.us/GTV6_online_video.asp Pending decisions: http://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/community-development/planning-division/current-projects/pending-decisions Glendale Municipal Code: https://www.municode.com/library/ca/glendale/codes/code_of_ordinances - [Wildfire Survival in Chevy Chase Canyon](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/wildfire-survival-in-chevy-chase-canyon-2/) - After another close call fire today and with our drought savaged land, we repost this critical and increasingly urgent message. Deputy Fire Chief Robert Doyle with a Message to Chevy Chase Canyon What Canyon residents can do BEFORE our next FIRE: Fireproof your home. Brush clearance, fire retardant landscaping, fire proof roofs, watch the video below. Know - [Free Canyon News Updates from the CCEA!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/free-weekly-news-updates-from-the-ccea/) - Get free email updates on breaking canyon news, crime alerts from Officer Sue Shine, invites to fun family events, and the CCEA Board of Directors monthly report. Simply hit the blue “subscribe” button. - [Wildfire Survival in Chevy Chase Canyon](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/wildfire-survival-in-chevy-chase-canyon/) - Deputy Fire Chief Robert Doyle with a Message to Chevy Chase Canyon What Canyon residents can do BEFORE our next FIRE: Fireproof your home. Brush clearance, fire retardant landscaping, fire proof roofs, watch the video below. Know evacuation routes for Chevy Chase Canyon - Ensure that your family is familiar with all possible evacuation routes. If - [The CCEA's 75 YEAR - DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-cceas-75-year-diamond-anniversary/) - For the 75th year, the Chevy Chase Estates Association is calling on all canyon residents to please come and attend our annual meeting held this year on Wednesday, March 14, 7 p.m., at the Chevy Chase Country Club. The evenings featured speaker will be Glendale’s new City Manager, Scott Ochoa. And as we do every - [Glendale Police Crime Fighting Town Hall](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/glendale-police-crime-fighting-town-hall/) - For those that attended the Glendale Police Department Neighborhood Watch and town hall crime prevention meeting at the country club, you learned a lot about fighting crime. For those of you who missed the event, ask a neighbor who went and have them share some tips from the evening. A huge thank you goes out - [Burglary Attempt, Break In, and Mountain Lion Alert](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/burglary-attempt-break-in-and-mountain-lion-alert/) - From Officer Sue Shine – GPD East Command, Lead Officer We have three noteworthy incidents (besides bears) to relate to you: First: I received a report that a possible "knock knock" burglary attempt may have occurred in the Fair Oaks area last week. Here is the synopsis: DATE: Wednesday, July 18 2012 Mid-Afternoon LOCATION: 3000 - [Glendale Christmas Magic](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/glendale-christmas-magic/) - [Photos from the CCEA Roundup & Barbecue](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/photos-from-the-ccea-roundup-barbecue/) - Photos from the CCEA's annual Roundup & Barbecue held at the Chevy Chase Country Club, music by the canyon's very own Sardo Brothers. A great time was had by all. Click on the photo to see the rest of the pictures, - [Humans, Bears and the Foothills: Here's What to Do](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/humans-bears-and-the-foothills-heres-what-to-do/) - Humans, Bears and the Foothills: Here's What to Do - Click to read a great article from the Montrose-LaCrescenta Patch - [Wildfire Survival in Chevy Chase Canyon](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/wildfire-survival-in-chevy-chase-canyon-3/) - After two recent canyon fires and drought savaged land, we repost this critical and increasingly urgent message. Deputy Fire Chief Robert Doyle with a Message to Chevy Chase Canyon What Canyon residents can do BEFORE our next FIRE: Fireproof your home. Brush clearance, fire retardant landscaping, fire proof roofs, watch the video below. Know evacuation routes - [Photos of the 79th Annual CCEA Meeting](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/photos-of-the-79th-annual-ccea-meeting-2/) - Click here or on the photo above to see a slideshow from the evening. The 79th Annual Meeting of the Chevy Chase Estates Association was a huge success attended by your friends and canyon neighbors, along with stars of local Glendale government including Council Members Laura Friedman and Vartan - [CCEA Canyon Crier Newsletter 2016](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-canyon-crier-newsletter-2016/) - Click here to download the Canyon Crier Newsletter for 2016! - [Annual Meeting with New Location](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/annual-meeting-with-new-location/) - The 79th Annual Meeting of the Chevy Chase Estates Association will be held on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at Chevy Chase Library, 3301 East Chevy Chase Drive. The evening will start with a half-hour social at 7:00 p.m. At 7:30 p.m., we will conduct the business portion of the meeting, including the President’s report, Treasurer’s - [Photos of Historic Glendale.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/photos-of-historic-glendale/) - A wonderful collection of early Glendale photos has been assembled in a blog and can be seen by clicking on the photo below! The Kett Residence located in the Chevy Chase Canyon of Glendale, California was designed by A. Quincy Jones and completed in 1952. Full sized photo click here. - [Thank you Garden Club!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/thank-you-garden-club/) - From left to right; William McKinley, Brit Trydal, Joan Binzley, Frances Muir, Mary Betlach, Orchid Donnelly. The Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club has just dedicated a tree at Emerald Isle Park to the Chevy Chase Estates Association as a thank you for all the years we have supported the Garden Club. For more information on - [Out with the old, in with the new.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/out-with-the-old-in-with-the-new/) - Say goodbye to the old Chevy Chase Country Club clubhouse. As the jewel at the heart of our community, in one form or another it has served the canyon since the late 1920's. But fret naught, from the rubble will soon rise a new spectacular clubhouse. A photo slideshow of the demolition work can be - [Get your Chevy Chase Canyon History Here!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/get-your-chevy-chase-canyon-history-here/) - The brand new History of the Chevy Chase Estates Association and the Community it Serves - 2015 SECOND EDITION is back from the printers and it is BEAUTIFUL. Get yours today for only a $5 donation to cover the cost of printing. Read about the floods, fires, and secret bridle trails, how from the very - [Canyon Thanksgiving](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-thanksgiving/) - [Important Canyon Links to Have](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/important-canyon-links-to-have/) - Links for Chevy Chase Canyon residents. Some of these are fun, some are informational, some will keep you abreast of the latest news and gossip, and some might save your life. THE MEGA LIST – From The City of Glendale, go here to sign up for city news, planning report updates, and most importantly, EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION. - [Canyon Barbeque Party Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-barbeque-party-photos/) - This year’s annual CCEA neighborhood party and barbeque had it all; raffles, prizes, dancing, and an amazing ranch-style feast served up by the Chevy Chase Country Club that was enjoyed by all. It was a magical gathering of friends and neighbors, and a reminder of how lucky we are to call our beautiful canyon home. - [The CCEA Canyon Barbeque, September 19th!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-ccea-canyon-barbeque-september-19th/) - [Artists Conversations - Free Event!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/artists-conversations-free-event/) - [Don't Let Your Trees Die, Save Them!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/dont-let-your-trees-die-save-them/) - Watch this video from the City of Glendale on how to keep your trees alive during this drought. [aesop_video width="100%" align="center" src="youtube" id="1Wqn3toH29w" loop="on" autoplay="on" controls="on" viewstart="on" viewend="on"] - [Thunder Clouds over Glendale](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/thunder-clouds-over-glendale/) - Wonderful time-lapse video of the thunder clouds forming over Glendale. Click, then click the blue arrow again to watch. ht - Tropico Station: The Glendale Blog - [Two Hours of Lifesaving – Event Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/two-hours-of-lifesaving-event-photos/) - The Chevy Chase Estates Association’s First Aid and CPR class was an in-depth, hands-on experience that very well may save a life here in our canyon, or beyond someday. Those that took the course, and there were all ages attending, learned lifesaving skills specifically designed to be used in providing emergency assistance to adults, children, - [How Two Hours Might Save a Life](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/how-two-hours-might-save-a-life/) - Come learn the basics of First Aid and CPR. Learn lifesaving techniques useful in many emergencies, including heart attacks, near drowning, choking, bleeding, broken bones, shock, and more. Knowing how to respond in a crisis until emergency medical services arrive can save someone you love. Join us for an valuable and instructive morning. Bring the - [Canyon Construction Projects](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-construction-projects/) - Click for full size. - [Memorial Day](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/memorial-day/) - [Look, Ma, No Lawn!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/look-ma-no-lawn/) - Many thanks to Lili Singer of the Theodore Payne Foundation for Wildflowers and Native Plants who gave a great lecture on low-care native plants that need no fertilizer and use a fraction of the water. It was great to see so many Canyon folks interested in water conservation come out for the Chevy Chase Library Presentation. - [The City Council Votes](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-glendale-city-council-votes/) - Thanks Glendale City Council! The Glendale City Council unanimously voted to approve the new Chevy Chase Country Club clubhouse remodel and upgrade citing the beautiful design, the care taken to address community concerns, the desperate state the club had sunk to over the years, that the new clubhouse would be a jewel in the beautiful Chevy - [Critical Council Vote Tuesday](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/critical-council-vote-tuesday/) - SUPPORT THE CLUB NOW - or fight builders later - This Tuesday, March 24, the City Council will decide to approve or deny the Chevy Chase Country Club’s plans for renovation. Club owners want to enlarge the clubhouse and provide more amenities so it can survive economically Some canyon residents are concerned that a larger club with more activity - [SPECIAL MEETING](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/special-meeting/) - Special Meeting THE COUNTRY CLUB PROJECT Hosted by the Chevy Chase Estates Association - for Canyon residents only. Thursday March 19th, 6:30 pm at the Chevy Chase Country Club Partial list of items to be discussed: - Zone change - Noise concerns - Traffic concerns - Public v. Private - Conditions to be added to - [Springtime at our Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/springtime-at-our-library/) - Look, Ma, No Lawn! Are you ready to lose the lawn – or the ivy? We’ll explain how to take it out and offer alternatives for the space – specifically low-care native plants that need no fertilizer and use a fraction of the water required for turf and non-native plantings. You might just qualify for - [The New Chevy Chase Country Club Clubhouse!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-new-chevy-chase-country-club-clubhouse/) - Click to see all the current renderings, plans, reports, history, and read the full CITY OF GLENDALE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT, all 477 pages! - The Chevy Chase Estates Association believes the renovation of the Chevy Chase Country Club as presented in this case is a winning proposition for Chevy Chase Canyon residents and the - [Subscribe Today!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/subscribe/) - It’s free, and it’s just for the Chevy Chase Canyon, sign up today for the CCEA News and Alerts. Be the first to get the scoop about raging wildfires, rampaging bears and bobcats, burglar and crime alerts, hillside development updates, and fun kids’ activities around our canyon. We send out a bulletin once every two - [Directors Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-report-10/) - CCCC Clubhouse Design – The Chevy Chase Country Club will be submitting complete plans for the clubhouse redesign at a public hearing before the Glendale Design Review Board January 29th. More info coming soon. Glendale PD and Neighborhood Watch – The Glendale Police Department is planning a public Town Hall and Neighborhood Watch meeting to - [Burglars Target Canyon](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/burglars-target-canyon/) - Over the past holidays our canyon has once again been targeted by burglars. Information on these crimes, a few steps Chevy Chase homeowners can take to thwart criminals, and the planning of an anti-crime town hall meeting are discussed below. From Officer Sue Shine, GPD:. Incident #1 3200 Block Kirkham (12/29). The first break in was a - [CCEA Thanks City Council](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-thanks-city-council/) - CCEA supports the GHCC The Chevy Chase Estates Association was asked to support, and indeed did support the Glendale Homeowners Coordinating Council in its opposition to the development at 1407 W. Glenoaks Blvd., Glendale. Read more about the proposed development here. The CCEA thanks the Glendale City Council for listening to the community’s concerns. Highlights - [Yoga at Chevy Chase Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/yoga-at-chevy-chase-library/) - [Christmas Flower Arranging ](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/holiday-flower-arranging/) - [Drought in Chevy Chase Canyon](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/drought-in-chevy-chased-canyon/) - CCEA's evening conversation of Drought in the Canyon was a fact-filled educational affair with presentations given by local experts on water management, drought, fire, and drought tolerant plants. If you weren't able to attend and get all the info, check out the 10 minute interview below with our great water wise panelists. Drought in Chevy - [An Evening of Drought Busters and Water Saving Tips.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/an-evening-of-drought-busters-and-water-saving-tips/) - This is a free event, all canyon residents invited. Friday, November 7th. - [Country Club Renovation Plans to be Unveiled](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/country-club-renovation-plans-to-be-unveiled/) - All Chevy Chase Canyon residents are invited to the Chevy Chase Country Club on Thursday, October 16, at 6:30 PM to learn about the upcoming remodeling of the Club. Plans and renderings, along with descriptions of planned amenities will be presented for your review. The Club owners are eager to share their vision of the - [Canyon Barbecue Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-barbecue-photos/) - A grand time was had by all at our annual CCEA Canyon Barbeque. With music by the canyon’s very own Sardo Brothers Band, and a ranch style feast served up by the Chevy Chase Country Club, it was a magic evening for friends and neighbors, a yearly reminder of just how lucky we are to - [The CCEA Canyon Barbeque, September 27th!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-ccea-canyon-barbeque-september-27th-2/) - Purchase tickets below. -- Our PayPal/credit card button is now working. -- This event sells out every year so buy now! Music by our very own Sardo Brothers Band. Click to hear them live. - [Canyon Conversations with Filmmakers](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-conversations-with-filmmakers/) - The CCEA wishes to thank Jun Falkenstein, Edgardo Simone, Jay Jackson, and Nassos Vakalis, four super talented canyon filmmakers, who shared an evening with Chevy Chase neighbors discussing and presenting their works in the motion picture industry. It was a fascinating behind the scenes peek into the real Hollywood of animation and music. Click to - [Chevy Chase Estate Association Officer Elections](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-estate-association-officer-elections/) - The CCEA board has elected officers and there are a few changes to our lineup. Brian Duran is now sole president, and Sebouh Kizirian has assumed the office of treasurer from Brit Trydal. All the directors on the CCEA donate much time and effort into protecting and preserving our Chevy Chase Canyon. Please feel free to - [Canyon Conversations - Meet our canyon stars!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-conversations-meet-our-canyon-stars/) - [Directors' Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-report-9/) - Chevy Chase Library Events - Movie Matinees, Legos, and Writing Classes. Chevy Chase County Club – Wine Tasting event Sept. 14th, open to the public. Bingo night planned. CCEA – Canyon Conversations event Aug. 29th. CCEA – Fall member event, a barbeque to be held Sept 27th. CCEA - Membership Benefits being finalized. CCEA – - [Library Fun!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/library-fun/) - [The New Neighborhood Watch Newsletter is Here!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-new-neighborhood-watch-newsletter-is-here/) - Click here to read the latest Neighborhood Watch Newsletter. Not protecting your home with a Neighborhood Watch group? Click here to find out how to join. Click here to watch a great video produced by the City of Torrance about AB-109, the California Assembly bill that is flooding our communities with - [A Summer of Fun at Our Library!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/a-summer-of-fun-for-the-whole-family-at-our-library/) - A Summer of Fun for the Whole Family at Our Library! Adult Fitness Classes: Community Services and Parks offers a NEW YOGA class at the library on Saturdays, along with long-standing favorite, Zumba Fitness! YOGA by Yoga Circle In this class, we'll use postures (Asanas) to stretch, tone and strengthen the entire skeletal - [Meet the Candidates at Chevy Chase!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/meet-the-candidates-at-chevy-chase/) - All Canyon residents are invited to the Chevy Chase Country Club May 14, 2014, 7:00 – 7:30 social time; 7:30 -9:00 to hear the five candidates running for a vacant seat on the Glendale City Council speak and take questions. The election is set for June 3rd. Light refreshments provided; and a no-host bar! - [Flags for Freedom Season](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/flags-for-freedom-season/) - Flags are flying throughout our canyon thanks to the fine work of Boy Scout Troupe 125. Click to see a slide show of the hard working scouts in action. - [CCEA Candidate Forum 2014 - PHOTOS and more!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-candidate-forum-2014-photos/) - Read the Glendale News Press story about our CCEA Candidate night by clicking here. The CCEA Candidate Forum was rousing success. Click below to see a slideshow of photos. And for those that couldn't attend the CCEA forum, or want to take a second look, the candidates were interviewed on Youtube and you can see - [Neighborhood Watch Newsletter is Here!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/neighborhood-watch-newsletter-is-here/) - Click here to read the latest Neighborhood Watch Newsletter. Not protecting your home with a Neighborhood Watch group? Click here to find out how to join. Click here to watch a great video produced by the City of Torrance about AB-109, the California Assembly bill that is flooding our communities with hardened criminals. - [The 77th Chevy Chase Canyon Estates Association Annual meeting photos.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-77th-chevy-chase-canyon-estates-association-annual-meeting-photos/) - We had great speakers, and a bunch of friendly neighbors mixing and having fun, as we do every year, for 77 years. Click on the photo below to see the slide show. - [Director's Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-report-8/) - Chevy Chase Library – Computer classes return Wednesdays 4-6 p.m. Freedom Season – CCEA teams with the Boy Scouts to distribute American Flags throughout the canyon before Memorial Day. Candidates Forum - CCEA is planning a canyon candidates forum for the open city council seat. Canyon Development Projects – A brief status report on 10 - [Annual Meeting for all the members of the Chevy Chase Estates Association. 77 years protecting our canyon.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/annual-meeting-for-all-the-members-of-the-chevy-chase-estates-association/) - The 77th Annual Meeting of the Chevy Chase Estates Association will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at the Chevy Chase Country Club, 3067 East Chevy Chase Drive. The evening will start with a half-hour social at 7:00 p.m. At 7:30 p.m., we will conduct the business portion of the meeting, including the President’s report, the Treasurer’s report and election of Directors, after - [Victory, a beautiful Canyon hilltop saved!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/victory-a-beautiful-canyon-hilltop-saved/) - The Chevy Chase Estates Association opposed development at 2920 Greenwich Road on the grounds that it blatantly violated Glendale’s Hillside Ordinance and testified to that fact at the Planning Department Hearing. The findings of that hearing have just been made public. Planning Department Hearing Officer for the 2920 Greenwich Road project DENIED the building application! - [Bear Alert.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/bear-safety/) - Click for more Bear Safety information. - [CCEA stands against irresponsible development in Chevy Chase Canyon.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-takes-a-stand-against-irresponsible-development-in-chevy-chase-canyon/) - As a continuation of the CCEA’s efforts to curb irresponsible development in Chevy Chase Canyon, we object to the proposed development at 2920 Greenwich Road. It is clear that this project is attempting to ignore the restrictions on hillside development in Glendale by proposing a structure on a 77% slope where 50% is the guideline - [Personal Prose and Poetry Classes ](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/personal-prose-and-poetry-classes/) - [Winter Classes at the Chevy Chase Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/winter-classes-at-the-chevy-chase-library/) - [Happy Thanksgiving and some local critter photos!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/2549/) - Happy Thanksgiving from the Chevy Chase Estates Association Click here to see a slideshow of some or our local critters taken by canyon residents, and borrowed here from various social media sites. Thank you photographers. - [Director's Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-report-7/) - Chevy Chase Library Events - Computer Tutor, Holiday Gift Charms, Movie Matinees, Knitting Club, Legos, and Writing Classes. Chevy Chase Country Club – Construction of tennis courts and other improvements are being held up by city red tape. GPD East Command - Lieutenant Tim Feeley is our new area commander. Reckless Canyon Drivers – Reports - [Holiday Safety Meeting](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/holiday-safety-meeting/) - [Reckless Driver Caught on Video](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/reckless-driver-caught-on-video/) - One of the aggressive, reckless, and just plain dangerous drivers in our canyon was caught on video passing two cars on the right as he or she blew through a stop sign at Chevy Chase and Golf Club Drive. Officer Sue Shine is requesting the communities’ help in identifying this individual driving the white car. - [Holiday Crime Prevention Tips](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/holiday-crime-prevention-tips/) - Officer Sue Shine - Glendale Police Department: As Holidays approach, remember to remove gifts and valuables from the car and lock up every night. If you give or receive bicycles, remember to write down the serial number (every single bike has one under the down tube) and keep it somewhere safe. That way, if it - [Canyon Events Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-events-photos/) - Chevy Chase Film Festival photos! Click here. Read the Glendale News Press article here! Chevy Chase Estates Association Barbeque Party photos, click here. - [Earthquake Readiness](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/earthquake-readiness/) - [Glendale Collects - Brand Library Benefit](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/glendale-collects-brand-library-benefit/) - [Purchase Canyon Barbeque Tickets Here!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/purchase-canyon-barbeque-tickets-here/) - Come join your friends and neighbors at the CCEA’s Canyon Barbrque, Saturday, September 21st, at 5:30 pm, at the Chevy Chase Country Club. Everyone in our Chevy Chase Canyon is invited to this once a year bash, so be there or be square. Also please note, we’ve dumped the old snail-mail invites, so this is - [Neighborhood Watch Newsletter is Here!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/neighborhood-watch-newsletter-here/) - Click here to read the latest Neighborhood Watch Newsletter. Not protecting your home with a Neighborhood Watch group? Click here to find out how to join. Click here to watch a great video produced by the City of Torrance about AB-109, the California Assembly bill that is flooding our communities with hardened criminals. - [A Writing Class for Adults](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/a-writing-class-for-adults/) - [Chevy Chase Youth Film Festival!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-youth-film-festival/) - [Police arrest Chevy Chase Canyon burglary suspects](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/police-arrest-chevy-chase-canyon-burglary-suspects/) - Damion Lawson, 21, Alonzo Tolbert, 29, Timothy Bavis, 31, and Antawn Robinson, 32 were stopped about 5:30 p.m. Monday in a tan Chevrolet sedan near the Glendale (2) Freeway and Holly Drive as they were leaving the canyon, Glendale police told Glendale News-Press: Click to read the entire News-Press story. FOLLOW UP - No charges for - [Neighborhood Watch Newsletter!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/neighborhood-watch-newsletter-2/) - Read the new Chevy Chase Neighborhood Watch Newsletter, click here. - [Directors Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-report-6/) - Library Cook Book Sale - $300 was raised for the Friends of the Glendale Library, more sale events to be planned. 2064 Buckingham Place project – Neighbors fearing loss of their views due to the addition of a second story will take their challenge before the City Council. 3050 Cornwall Drive activity – The CCEA - [Library Events!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/library-events/) - [NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH TRAINING and FIRE SAFETY/PREVENTION](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/neighborhood-watch-training-and-fire-safetyprevention/) - [Food Party at the Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/food-party-at-the-library/) - It's a neighborhood party, it's a foodie party. The Cookbook Sale and Tasting Event, THIS Saturday, 12-4 at the Chevy Chase Library 3301 E. Chevy Chase Dr. Glendale 818-548-2046 -Cookbooks for a song (mostly $1-$2): -Classics, like Joy of Cooking, Silver Palate, Chez Panisse, Rachel Ray -Entertaining, party & holiday books -Kids' cooking, and "Play - [Directors Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-report-5/) - Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy - Made a presentation to the board detailing future campus renovation and construction project. Read about their plans here. Neighborhood Watch - Rafik Soukasians, Neighborhood Watch Coordinator, is working to add more block captains and expand coverage in the canyon. Membership Benefits Package – All new and renewing CCEA members are - [BEAR and CRIME TREND MEETING](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/bear-meeting/) - Lieutenant Stewart Brackin and I will remain to do a crime trend overview and answer questions. The Country Club will keep their bar open so refreshments will be available for purchase. - Officer Sue Shine To RSVP, Contact Lead Officer Sue Shine: sshine@ci.glendale.ca.us or (818) 937-8769 - [Dr. Seuss Celebration!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/dr-seuss-celebration/) - [Annual Meeting and Candidate Forum photos.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/annual-meeting-and-candidate-forum-photos/) - A full house of canyon residents and neighbors once again turned out for the CCEA annual meeting and Candidate Forum held at the Chevy Chase Country Club. Of the 12 candidates running for Glendale City Council, only two turned down the invitation to appear. As he’s done in the past, the fabulous Will Rogers poked, - [The CCEA member’s benefit package deals and discounts.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-ccea-members-benefit-package-deals-and-discounts/) - It’s an offer that’s too good to refuse! Renew now or sign up as a new member of the CCEA and as way of saying thanks, you will be mailed a membership benefit package which includes yearlong discounts at local merchants. For only $35 a year, a family can join and support California’s oldest homeowner - [Cookbooks Needed](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/cookbooks-needed/) - A big cookbook sale is coming to the Chevy Chase Library and your gently used cookbooks are needed now. Folks are asked to donate their cookbooks at any Glendale Library location and we'll have a big sale and tasting event on May 4, in part to kick off the summer reading program, the theme of - [Jungle Jenny book signing photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/jungle-jenny-book-signing-photos/) - The Jungle Jenny book signing at the Chevy Chase Library featuring two long time canyon residents Jane and Jenny was a huge success. Click to see the photo slideshow. To read a Glendale New Press story about these two amazing women, click here. - [Directors Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-report-4/) - Chevy Chase Country Club – The new management team of Andy and Linda Abelman continue to revitalize the CCCC. (Please see notice about subsequent Club sale) Disaster Preparedness – An extensive EMERGENCY GUIDE has been published on the Glenoaks Canyon Home Owners Association website. The Chevy Chase Library – Saturday Feb. 23rd, the library will - [Chevy Chase Country Club SOLD](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-country-club-sold/) - From Chevy Chase Country Club: Introducing Nick and Mike I am very pleased to announce that effective Friday, February 15, 2013, there has been a change of ownership here at Chevy Chase Country Club. Nick Agakanian and Mike Kobeissi took possession of the Club on this date from Antonio Lee. We wish Antonio all the - [Meet the Real "Jungle Jenny"](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/meet-the-real-jungle-jenny/) - Click to read the full story about Jungle Jenny! - [CCEA Canyon Crier Newsletter 2013](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-canyon-crier-newsletter-2013/) - Click here to read the Chevy Chase Estates Association’s CANYON CRIER Newsletter for 2013. - [A charming relic of Canyon history discovered.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/a-charming-relic-of-canyon-history-discovered/) - This little quaint gem of Canyon History was recently discovered in the home of two original Chevy Chase residents who had passed on. The small, hand-drawn pamphlet sets out suggestions on how to keep a more beautiful neighborhood. It was published by the Chevy Chase Estates Association and most likely distributed to everyone living in - [Valentine's at the Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/valentines-at-the-library/) - [Directors Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-report-3/) - Chevy Chase Country Club – The new team of Andy and Linda Abelman are making big changes in managing and revitalizing the CCCC. On Feb. 1st the club will be holding Bingo Night. And mark this date down on your calendar! March. 19th the CCCC is hosting a Huge Open House Bash featuring complementary food - [A warning from Officer Sue Shine about follow home robbery.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/a-warning-from-officer-sue-shine-about-follow-home-robbery/) - Chevy Chase, This was reported by a resident on Fullmoon Drive: On Friday, January 11 at approximately 4:00PM, the resident and her spouse were driving home via Chevy Chase from the YMCA in La Crescenta A “beat up” sedan began following and honking at them as they drove At a stop sign, the sedan drove - [Glendale Fire NEWSLETTER](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/glendale-fire-newsletter/) - Click to download and read Glendale Fires’s latest NEWSLETTER. (be patient, it takes a while to download) - [Chevy Chase Home in the News!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-home-in-the-news/) - Chevy Chase "pole house" is featured in a LA Times article. Read all about it here. - [Photos from our library Christmas party. ](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/photos-from-our-library-christmas-party/) - This year’s Library Christmas party was a smash success. Click here or on the photo to see a slideshow of all the festivities. Pizza supplied by the CCEA. - [Directors Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-report-2/) - Chevy Chase Country Club – Andy and Linda Abelman, hugely successful and seasoned restaurateurs, have taken over management of the Country Club with plans to completely revitalize operations. If successful, there will be no reason to sell the property, or if it is sold, it will sell as a viable money making golf club. The - [Christmas at our Library!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/christmas-at-our-library/) - [Christmas at the Doctors House](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/christmas-at-the-doctors-house/) - [Directors Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-report/) - Chevy Chase Country Club – Sale of the country club was discussed. (Confirmed the next day by communication from the City of Glendale which disclosed interest in the site by potential developers.) CCEA engages engineering firm – to study and analyze the new City of Los Angeles Hillside Ordinance as a potential template for use - [CANYON ALERT!!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-alert/) - BREAKING NEWS……. CHEVY CHASE COUNTRY CLUB UP FOR SALE DEVELOPERS APPROACHING CITY WITH PLANS FOR SENIOR INDEPENDENT LIVING FACILITY, PRIVATE UNIVERSITY, ETC…. THE CHEVY CHASE ESTATES ASSOCIATION TOLD THE CITY NO, NEVER! WE WILL FIGHT. MORE TO COME… - [New CCEA signs!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/new-ccea-signs/) - When driving into our canyon from the north or east, look for the new Chevy Chase Estates signs. We put them up ourselves. - [Blue Collection Boxes are Back!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/blue-collection-boxes-are-back/) - It’s been over two months since the US Post Office’s blue collection boxes mysteriously disappeared from Chevy Chase Canyon. Because mail theft is such a problem in the area, these collection boxes were considered essential for the security of outgoing mail. So when they went missing, the CCEA contacted the USPS to find out why. - [Directors Monthly Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-monthly-report-5/) - Oktoberfest! – The event was a huge sold out success; sadly some were turned away due to lack of room. Coordinating Council Report – View Ordinance to go before the Glendale City Council. CCEA endorses.. Removed Blue Mail Collection Box at Chevy Chase in Golf Club – The CCEA has been assured several times by - [Library Trick or Treat Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/library-trick-or-treat-photos/) - Click to see the library event photos! - ["Beneath the Veil" -- A Special Exhibit of Mourning & Death](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/beneath-the-veil-a-special-exhibit-of-mourning-death/) - [Canyon Awareness Alert](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-awareness-alert/) - Chevy Chase Neighbors: We had an interesting call up on Cornwall last night after 11:00PM. A resident thought someone was breaking into his locked vehicle. He saw a male holding a flashlight near the car and called 911. We located the vehicle (in this case, a Porsche SUV) and discovered a flashlight during our search. - [Neighborhood Watch Training Event](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/neighborhood-watch-training-event/) - [Library Trick or Treats](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/library-trick-or-treats/) - [Oktoberfest Photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/oktoberfest-photos/) - The CCEA’s Oktoberfest was a sold out, smash success. Thanks to everybody who made it possible, and to those that shared a magical evening with neighbors and friends. Click to see a photo slideshow! - [Living with Urban Coyotes](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/living-with-urbaqn-coyotes/) - From Officer Sue Shine: For those of you who have inquired about the coyote activity in the neighborhoods adjacent to the hills, information sessions have been scheduled to answer questions and provide information about our wild neighbors. If you would like to attend, there will be two meetings. The first will be at the Sparr - [Directors Monthly Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-monthly-report-4/) - Oktoberfest! – Committee report on our annual CCEA canyon residents’ party to be held September 29th at the Chevy Chase Country Club. Menu of authentic German delicacies and beers finalized, prizes approved, DJ and dance floor detailed, kids’ corner and surprises planned, CCEA membership discounts offered. Coordinating Council Report – View Ordinance to go before - [Purchase Oktoberfest Tickets here!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/purchase-oktoberfest-tickets-here/) - Sorry, SOLD OUT! - [Directors Monthly Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-monthly-report-3/) - New Directors - The CCEA is proud to announce that three new members have joined the board of directors. Please welcome Guerry Collins, Mary Jamora, and Betty Riley who have volunteered their time and expertise to assist in protecting and preserving our Chevy Chase Canyon. Messages to our new board members, as well as those - [Library Open House Gala photos](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/library-open-house-gala-photos/) - The open house gala celebrating our newly remodeled library, and dedication of the Dick Murray memorial bench was a splendid canyon summer event. Partygoers at the Chevy Chase Library included throngs of children and adults, Sheila Murray and the extended Murray clan, City Manager Scott Ochoa, and Cindy Cleary, director of the Glendale Library. Click - [Garden Club Bird and Flower of the Month](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/garden-club-bird-and-flower-of-the-month-6/) - Highlighting the plants and animals found throughout our canyon, these blurbs are written and illustrated by local Garden Club members. Many thanks to the Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club. Please feel free to email them. gardenclub@chevychaseestates.us. The Hooded Oriole The Hooded Oriole is a bright, tropical-looking bird. The male is yellow-gold and black. He has - [Two Bear Sightings ](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/two-bear-sightings/) - 1. Last night, at about 3 in the morning on Cornwall Drive in the canyon, CCEA director Greg Crawford had this visitor at his door. 2. During the same early morning, what appears to be the same bear was captured on video right over the hill in Pasadena. Click to watch the video. - [New Bears in Chevy Chase Canyon after 106 years.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/new-bears-in-chevy-chase-canyon-after-106-years/) - The last bear in the canyon was shot in 1906. Read all about the new bears by clicking here. - [Dick Murray commemoration, and Library remodel celebration!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/dick-murray-commemoration-and-library-remodel-celebration/) - [End of a season for the CCEA sponsored little league team.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/end-of-a-season-for-the-ccea-sponsored-little-league-team/) - Unfortunately, our Chevy Chase Estates Association team, The Hawks, was eliminated from the playoffs… ONLY TWO GAMES AWAY FROM THE CHAMIONSHIP GAME! While we naturally would have liked to have seen them go all the way, it is important to understand what an incredible accomplishment this is for our new team of young ballplayers. The - [Directors Monthly Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-monthly-report/) - 3431 Linda Vista – Now in jeopardy, a victory that was claimed by concerned neighbors and the CCEA when the City Council voted to deny a permit to build on the lot at 3431 Linda Vista, has been challenged by the property owner claiming the appeal the council voted on was invalid due to it being - [Garden Club Bird and Flower of the Month](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/garden-club-bird-and-flower-of-the-month-5/) - Highlighting the plants and animals found throughout our canyon, these blurbs are written and illustrated by local Garden Club members. Many thanks to the Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club. Please feel free to email them. gardenclub@chevychaseestates.us. BUSHTIT The bushtit is a 4-1/2” energetic, little gray bird, with a long tail and short beak. The male bird has - [Chevy Chase Portals in the News ](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-portals-in-the-news/) - Read the Glendale News Press article about the Chevy Chase Portals by clicking here! - [911 call by CCEA director leads to arrest of canyon mail thief suspect.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/911-call-by-ccea-director-leads-to-arrest-of-canyon-mail-thief-suspect/) - From Officer Sue Shine: On May 29, a Chevy Chase Estates Association director and canyon resident reported a male he saw up by the side of his home to the police department. Once on scene, officers became concerned as the driveway the male walked up was approximately 100 feet away from the street. Given a - [Summer Recreation Classes at our Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/summer-recreation-classes-at-our-library/) - Are you ready for summer? Chevy Chase Library is!! Summer recreation classes are coming to our beloved neighborhood library!! CLICK HERE to see schedule of classes tailored for OUR NEIGHBORHOOD offered at both Chevy Chase Library and Glenoaks Park Clubhouse. There are exciting new classes, including a Chevy Chase week-long summer camp for kids, Zumba - [Garden Club Bird and Flower of the Month](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/garden-club-bird-and-flower-of-the-month-4/) - Highlighting the plants and animals found throughout our canyon, these blurbs are written and illustrated by local Garden Club members. Many thanks to the Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club. Please feel free to email them. gardenclub@chevychaseestates.us. House Finch This is a very common songbird in our area and across the United States. It is 5 and 1/2 - [The Glendale Historical Society presents “Landmark This, Glendale!”](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-glendale-historical-society-presents-landmark-this-glendale/) - [MOTHER’S DAY TEA at the CHEVY CHASE LIBRARY](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/mothers-day-tea-at-the-chevy-chase-library/) - [Fun Library Events!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/fun-library-events/) - @ Chevy Chase Branch Library SATURDAY, APRIL 28 MATH + MR. HAMO = FUN!! 2 - 3 pm Renowned Glenoaks Elementary teacher Mr. Hamo brings his math games to the Chevy Chase Branch Library for children in grades 4 - 8. In this fun and cooperative one-hour workshop, kids will learn: • Problem-Solving Skills - [Mystery “Bridge to Nowhere” at 3443 Chevy Chase.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/mystery-bridge-to-nowhere-at-3443-chevy-chase/) - Some have noticed the construction at 3443 Chevy Chase Dr. and wondered about what appears to be a steel bridge being erected down into the canyon. It is in fact a raised driveway leading to a new home construction site situated on several acres of land. The city granted approval to this project over a - [Directors Monthly Report](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/directors-monthly-report-2/) - 3431 Linda Vista – A victory was claimed by concerned neighbors and the CCEA when the City Council voted to deny a permit to build on the lot at 3431 Linda Vista. Click to watch CCEA Co-President Leigh Torgerson address the council with the CCEA’s concerns over this proposed development. Hillside Ordinance – Councilman Rafi - [Garden Club Bird and Flower of the Month](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/garden-club-bird-and-flower-of-the-month-3/) - Highlighting the plants and animals found throughout our canyon, these blurbs are written and illustrated by local Garden Club members. Many thanks to the Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club. Please feel free to email them. gardenclub@chevychaseestates.us. The California Towhee This 8 1/2” brown bird is very common in our canyon year ‘round. It is only found on - [Art Classes at Chevy Chase Library!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/art-classes-at-chevy-chase-library/) - Art classes at Chevy Chase Library have started, but it’s not too late to sign up. Click here for more information. To see photos of a water color class at our library, click on the photo below. - [Great Happenings at our Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/great-happenings-at-our-library-2/) - [A Victorian Easter](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/a-victorian-easter/) - [Garden Club Bird and Flower of the Month](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/garden-club-bird-and-flower-of-the-month-2/) - Highlighting the plants and animals found throughout our canyon, these blurbs are written and illustrated by local Garden Club members. Many thanks to the Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club. Please feel free to email them. gardenclub@chevychaseestates.us. The Western Scrub-Jay This 11 ½ inch, noisy, blue and gray bird with a long tail is very familiar in our - [The CCEA Sponsors Little League!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-ccea-sponsors-little-league/) - CCEA is proud to be sponsoring local Little League baseball this year. If you happen to be at any of the Glendale Little League fields and see youngsters in green baseball caps and tan and green jerseys with the CCEA logo on them, you will have spotted our Foothill League minors ball team coached by - [Diamond Anniversary Meeting Photos.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/diamond-anniversary-meeting-photos/) - The Chevy Chase Estates Association 75th year, Diamond Anniversary annual meeting was a standing room only affair. Not only was it a chance to meet and greet neighbors, the CCEA addressed tough pointed questions of concern to canyon residents to the city officials in attendance. Featured speakers included Laura Friedman, Mayor of Glendale; Scott Ochoa, - [NEW art and recreation classes at the Chevy Chase Library! ](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/new-art-and-recreation-classes-at-the-chevy-chase-library/) - Check out the NEW art and recreation classes right here at the Chevy Chase Library! FOR ADULTS: From Traditional to Experimental Mixed Media Class Mon. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Traditional Oil Painting Mon. 1 - 4 p.m. Life Drawing Mon. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Journeys Through Watercolor Tues. 9 a.m. - 12 noon Journeys - [ Canyon birds and flowers](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-birds-and-flowers/) - Beginning this month, the CCEA is pleased to feature our very own Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club bird and flower of the month. This series not only highlights the plants and animals found throughout our canyon, the blurbs are written and illustrated by local Garden Club members. Many thanks to the Chevy Chase Garden Club. - [Garden Club Bird and Tree of the month](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/garden-club-bird-and-tree-of-the-month/) - Highlighting the plants and animals found throughout our canyon, these blurbs are written and illustrated by local Garden Club members. Many thanks to theChevy Chase Estates Garden Club. Please feel free to email them. gardenclub@chevychaseestates.us. The Orange-crowned Warbler This petite, 5”, yellowish bird is fairly common here year ‘round, but you won’t very often see an - [Garden Club Bird and Flower of the month](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/garden-club-bird-and-flower-of-the-month/) - This series not only highlights the plants and animals found throughout our canyon, the blurbs are written and illustrated by local Garden Club members. Many thanks to the Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club. Please feel free to email them. gardenclub@chevychaseestates.us. Our Chevy Chase Canyon hosts an exotic bird called the Red-whiskered Bulbul. The story goes that - [CCEA Canyon Crier Newsletter 2010](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-canyon-crier-newsletter-2010/) - Click here to read the Chevy Chase Estates Association’s CANYON CRIER Newsletter for 2010. - [CCEA Canyon Crier Newsletter 2011](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-canyon-crier-newsletter-2011/) - Click here to read the Chevy Chase Estates Association's CANYON CRIER Newsletter for 2011. - [Lego Club now every 2nd Saturday](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/lego-club-now-every-2nd-saturday/) - [Chevy Chase Library Valentine's Program](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-library-valentines-program/) - And in case you missed it, the Chevy Chase Library Lego Club Launch was a smashing success. Photos of the affair can be seen below by clicking on the photo. - [Brand Studio coming to Chevy Chase Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/brand-studio-coming-to-chevy-chase-library/) - There's a lot to talk about at the Chevy Chase Library! 1. Brand Studios, a section of the Department of Recreation, will be moving to Chevy Chase Library beginning on April 1st. They will be offering all sorts of art classes, including painting, four days a week (Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays). This relocation is part - [Chevy Chase Library Lego Club Launch](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-library-lego-club-launch/) - [Good News from Officer Sue Shine](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/good-news-from-officer-sue-shine/) - Chevy Chase residents: I have no crimes to report! That has a lot to do with your vigilance and our saturation patrol. I attended a regional burglary task force meeting and Pasadena PD reported arrests of several burglary "crews" from Alta Dena, Pasadena, and South Central. Their activity has quieted as well. Also, our mail - [Christmas Caroling at the Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/christmas-caroling-at-the-library/) - [Before and After, a lost canyon Mid-Century Modern gem](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/before-and-after-a-lost-canyon-mid-century-modern-gem/) - The before and after of a lost Chevy Chase Canyon treasure, a Mid-Century Modern gem that was destroyed by fire on June 9, 2011. Read more here. - [Canyon BURGLARY INFO FROM G.P.D.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-burglary-info-from-g-p-d/) - FOLLOWING IS A MESSSAGE FROM GLENDALE POLICE LEAD OFFICER SUE SHINE: This afternoon at approximately 12:45PM, we received two calls that were likely related. From what we can gather, a burglary occurred in the 2100 Block of East Chevy Chase Drive. Upon only forcing entry into the garage and setting off an audible alarm, the - [Important Chevy Chase Library Update](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/important-chevy-chase-library-update/) - Over the past weeks, the Chevy Chase Library Committee – with support from the CCEA - has been working feverishly to keep the library off the budget chopping block. After many hours of discussion, the city council has sort of agreed to do that. There were two libraries that the library administration felt a - [At the Library - Norse Mythology ](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/at-the-library-norse-mythology/) - [Flu Shots at Chevy Chase Country Club](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/flu-shots-at-chevy-chase-country-club/) - [ Chevy Chase Library Volunteers present Halloween Fun Fest!!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-library-volunteers-present-halloween-fun-fest/) - [CHEVY CHASE LIBRARY SPECIAL EVENT](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-library-special-event/) - CHEVY CHASE LIBRARY SPECIAL PRESENTATION VALENTINE'S TRAVELING NATURE CLASS Saturday, Aug. 20th at 3:30 3301 East Chevy Chase Drive This always-popular animal show is here again. Come see, pet and hold reptiles, amphibians, insects and more! This fabulous and FREE show educates and entertains animal-lovers of all ages. Thanks to Friends of the Glendale Public - [Canyon Roundup and Barbecue!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-roundup-and-barbeque/) - Saturday, October 8th, is the Chevy Chase Estates Association member’s annual Canyon Roundup and Barbeque. If you haven’t sent in your RSVP reservation card, time is running out. And if you’re not yet a member of the CCEA, join up now and spend an evening with your neighbors at our Roundup and Barbecue. - [NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH TRAINING](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/1193/) - NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH TRAINING/ BURGLARY PREVENTION Presented by Glendale Police Department Lead Officer Sue Shine Date: Sunday, September 25, 2011 Time: 12:30PM – 3:00PM Agenda: 12:30 – 1:00 Introductions 1:00 – 2:00 Burglary Prevention Slideshow/Crime Overview 2:00 – 2:30 What is Neighborhood Watch? 2:30 – 3:00 Discussion and Questions Location: Glendale Police Department Community Room -131 - [Glendale PD Alert](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/glendale-pd-alert/) - Gypsy Alert (and Be on the Lookout) Residents: Yesterday afternoon, a resident reported a group of people assertively walking onto their property, making inquiries about rentals and asking to look in back yards. The incident occurred near Verdugo Woodlands School. Last month, a male claimed to be from the "Water Company" near Adventist Hospital and - [Neighborhood Watch](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/neighborhood-watch/) - NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH TRAINING/ BURGLARY PREVENTION Presented by Glendale Police Department Lead Officer Sue Shine For: Chevy Chase Canyon Residents Date: Saturday, August 6, 2011 Time: 12:30PM – 3:00PM Agenda: 12:30 – 1:00 Introductions 1:00 – 2:00 Burglary Prevention Slideshow/Crime Overview - [Glendale Fire and Rescue Newsletter](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/glendale-fire-and-rescue-newsletter/) - Click here to read the latest newsletter from Glendale Fire & Rescue. Detailed in this issue is the house fire at 3160 Linda Vista Road.. 3160 Linda Vista Photos by Jerry Jacobs - [Canyon Burglaries Update](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-burglaries-update/) - Chevy Chase Residents: I wanted to praise everyone for their increased vigilance and active participation in the safety of your neighborhood. Since the unmarked cars began their daily surveillance up near Emerald Isle, dispatch has been deluged with calls of "suspicious vehicles in the area." I am happy to report that they were ours, but - [Summer Library Events](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/summer-library-events/) - Meet Library Director Cindy Cleary Wednesday, July 6th from 7-8 p.m. This is your opportunity to meet with the head of the Glendale Library system to discuss your ideas or thoughts about the status of our neighborhood library. A sizeable number of you signed petitions and wrote letters and emails to urge keeping the branch open in - [CANYON BURGLARY ](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-burglary-2/) - Today we responded to a house that was burglarized in the 3100 block of Emerald Isle. The call came in at 10:47AM and the first officer was onscene in less than five minutes. This was followed by at least eight cars, two motorcycles, and a helicopter within the next few minutes. Pasadena and La Canada - [GREAT NEWS!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/great-news/) - In response to the outpouring of emails, petitions signatures, and letters, the Glendale City Council has decided to keep the Chevy Chase Library open, and to not transfer it to the Dept. of Community Services and Parks!!! Come by this Saturday to celebrate and meet the famous author Mark Salzman. MARK SALZMAN An Atheist in - [Korean Culture at the Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/korean-culture-at-the-library/) - [National Night Out](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/national-night-out/) - The Glendale Police Department is hosting its 4th annual National Night Out Workshop on May 4 from 6:30-8pm at GPD headquarters 131 N. Isabel St. National Night Out is an event held across the nation to heighten crime prevention awareness among residents. Last year, CCEA sponsored a gathering for residents on National Night Out that - [Saturday Library Event](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/988/) - CHEVY CHASE LIBRARY Animal Toy Making Saturday, April 30th at 3:00 P. M. If you like animals, you will love making animal toys for pets awaiting adoption at the Pasadena Humane Society We'll hear animal stories, Do some take-home crafts And have a snack. 3301 E. Chevy Chase Drive 818.548.2046 - [Library News](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/library-news/) - Get Your Draw On!! Come and learn to draw cartoon characters with animation artist Douglas McCarthy Saturday, April 23rd from 3pm - 4pm at the Chevy Chase Library (3301 East Chevy Chase Drive). Douglas has worked on many feature films and television shows such as Curious George, Antz, Alpha & Omega, An Extremely Goofy Movie, Tom and Jerry Tales, Lilo - [NEW WEBSITE FROM CCEA](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/new-website-from-ccea/) - YOUR NEW CCEA WEBSITE The Chevy Chase Estates Association is pleased to announce the completion of our new and improved website. www.chevychaseestates.us We invite all canyon residents to stop on by and have a leisurely look around. The site is packed with interesting information and helpful links, pretty pictures, and an extensive archive detailing the - [LIBRARY NEWS](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/library-news-5/) - Chevy Chase Library 3301 East Chevy Chase Drive, (818) 548-2046 Kids will be invited to perform a "planetary rap" song as part of a program on the solar system this Saturday, April 16, at the Chevy Chase Library. A guest speaker from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory will lead the session about the planets from 3 to 4 p.m. - [Library news](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/library-news-4/) - READ WITH ME Parents and children, come to the Chevy Chase library on Saturdays from 3- 4 PM to listen to stories, make crafts, and learn about the world. This series is a Gold Award Project by a local high school Girl Scout with the help of the Chevy Chase Library Volunteers. Suggested ages are - [Alert on Auto Burglaries](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/alert-on-auto-burglaries/) - Glendale Police Information Release Glendale is experiencing an increase in burglaries to vehicles that contain tools and equipment. There have been 23 of these incidents this year, mostly in the North, West and South Command areas, between the hours of 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. Victim vehicles were usually Chevrolet or GMC cargo-type vans that - [The 74th Annual Meeting](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/the-74th-annual-meeting/) - The 74th Annual Meeting of the Chevy Chase Estates Association will be held on Wednesday, March 9, 2011 at the Chevy Chase Country Club, 3067 East Chevy Chase Drive. The evening will start with a half-hour social at 7:00 p.m. At 7:30 p.m., we will conduct the business portion of the meeting, including the Presidents’ ## Pages - [Glendale Contacts and Links](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/city-of-glendale-contacts/) - City of Glendale Glendale City Council Glendale City Directory Glendale Police Department Glendale Fire Department Neighborhood Services Glendale Water and Power Public Works Department Sun-room Desk Homeowner Associations Glenoaks Canyon Homeowners Association Adams Hill Neighborhood Association Royal Canyon Property Owners Association Verdugo Woodlands West Homeowners Association Whiting Woods Property Owners Association Pelanconi Estates Home Owners - [Chevy Chase Library](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-library/) - The Chevy Chase Branch of the Glendale Public Library is the perfect quiet getaway for finding and reading books, perusing periodicals, or just surfing the internet. It's right next door to Glendale Fire Department Fire Station 23, nicknamed, "The Bat Cave." The Chevy Chase Library is also buzzing with monthly events especially for children. Past - [Plants and Animals](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/plants-and-animals/) - The San Rafael Hills lie almost entirely within the chaparral plant community, as defined by Munz[8] and later authors, including Sawyer et al.[9] This dense, shrub-dominated community is more highly developed on the north-facing slopes than on the drier, hotter south-facing slopes. Among the shrub species that characterize this community, prominent in the San Rafaels are laurel sumac - [Chevy Chase Canyon Crier Newsletters 1989-2023](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-canyon-crier-newsletters-1998-2014/) - 35 years of CCEA Canyon Crier Newsletters. Click on a year to read the newsletter. Note: A few years saw more than one Canyon Crier published. One year, none was published. Enjoy our history. 1989 1990 March 1990 November 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 February 1997 June 1997 October 1997 September 1998 February - [Canyon Resources](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-resources/) - Whether you are new to the neighborhood or have lived here all your life, we hope this page will be a handy one-stop shop for helpful links and information useful to residents of Chevy Chase Canyon. Local Information News CCEA Canyon News and Alerts Emails City of Glendale Live Stream Crescenta Valley Weekly Useful Social - [Canyon Safety and Security](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-safety-and-security/) - Chevy Chase Canyon has always been a safe place to call home. Since its inception, the Chevy Chase Estates Association has sought to ensure that safety and wellbeing are an integral part of gracious canyon living. And that is why we recommend the following valuable new programs and services for your thoughtful consideration. - [Musicians Take Over Chevy Chase](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/musicians-take-over-chevy-chase/) - [Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-estates-garden-club/) - The Chevy Chase Estates Garden Club was founded in 1947 by Ruby Barnett and is open to all women living in the Chevy Chase Canyon. The purpose of the Club is to support the conservation of the natural resources within the canyon. The Club also supports the Chevy Chase Estates Association in many ways with - [Emerald Isle Park](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/emerald-isle-park/) - This is Glendale’s SECRET park, so don’t tell anybody. Hidden away in the deep uncharted recess of Chevy Chase Canyon high up in the mountains, Emerald Isle Park is a green oasis with a children’s playground, tennis courts, basketball court, picnic tables under a canopy of shade trees, and an expanse of grass that seems - [JOIN NOW!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/become-a-member-join-now/) - For just $35 a year you can support the Chevy Chase Estates Association (CCEA) and join with your neighbors and fellow canyon residents to protect and preserve our beautiful and priceless canyon. Not only will you be joining California’s oldest homeowner organization, become a vital member in an organization entrusted with protecting the value and - [History and Photos - The Chevy Chase History Archive](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/history/) - Chevy Chase Canyon is the largest canyon in the San Rafael Hills. It was originally named Canon de Sicomoro and was part of the original Verdugo Land Grant from the King of Spain. As referenced in the Flora Wright Collection at the Glendale Library, in 1797, a land grant map shows an Indian village due - [Contact Board of Directors](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/contact-board-of-directors/) - [table id=1 /] Questions and Comments Report Canyon Problems Membership Neighborhood Watch Press Website - [Chevy Chase in the News!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/newspaper-gallery/) - CHEVY CHASE CANYON IN THE NEWS! Press Clippings from 1925 to 1998 Collected from the pages of the Glendale Evening News, and the Glendale News Press, check out Chevy Chase Canyon in the news from 1925 to 1998. Click on a "front page" then a PDF image will open that one can enlarge to any - [History of the Chevy Chase Estates Association 2nd Edition.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/history-of-the-chevy-chase-estates-association/) - History of the Chevy Chase Estates Association, And the Community it Serves 1925-2015 [aesop_gallery id="3398"] 2015 Second Edition This Second Edition of The History Chevy Chase Estates Association Inc. and the Community it Serves 1925-1987 is an online version of the original booklet. The only changes in content to the printed version of first edition are the addition of new photos, links, and - [Canyon Saftey](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/canyon-saftey/) - Chevy Chase Canyon has always been a safe place to call home. Since its inception, the Chevy Chase Estates Association has sought to ensure that safety and wellbeing are an integral part of gracious canyon living. And that is why we recommend the following valuable programs and services. CRIME MAPPING – See first hand - [Chevy Chase Canyon Emergency Evacuation Exercise - May 14, 2022 | 9AM](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/evac_old/) - On Saturday, May 14 at 9:00 AM, the CCEA and the City of Glendale are holding an emergency evacuation drill of Chevy Chase Canyon. Your voluntary participation in this drill will help emergency responders learn how to best assist us in a real emergency, and enable residents to residents to exercise their ability to evacuate. - [Chevy Chase Estates Association 2022 Annual Meeting](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-estates-association-2022-annual-meeting/) - Attend the 2022 Annual Meeting Online! CCEA's 85th Annual Meeting Wednesday March 9, 2022 | 7PM Online Via Zoom The 85th Annual Meeting of the Chevy Chase Estates Association will be held Wednesday, March 9 at 7PM via Zoom. While we won't be serving refreshments, we hope you will enjoy the convenience of being able - [Hiking Trails near Chevy Chase Canyon](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/hiking/) - We are so lucky in the canyon to live close to so many hiking trails with amazing views! Here are a few hikes that are within ten minutes’ drive from our neighborhood. Happy Hiking! Are we missing your favorite? Let us know! Flint Wash Trail Length: 2.13 mi Elevation Gain: 292 feet Rating: easy - [Privacy Policy](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/privacy-policy/) - Who we are Our website address is: https://www.chevychaseestates.us. What personal data we collect and why we collect it Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from - [About](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/about/) - -- We won’t tell you what color to paint your house or when your shrubs need pruning, that’s not what we do! -- The Chevy Chase Estates Association (CCEA) was founded in 1937 and is the oldest association of homeowners in California. Through its Board of Directors, this Association is actively involved in all - [Chevy Chase Country Club](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/chevy-chase-country-club/) - Nestled in the heart of the canyon, the Chevy Chase Country Club has been a green oasis, the jewel in the crown of our valley since the first homes were built in 1925. It was the grand vision of bucolic upscale homes loosely sited around the open space of a golf course that even today - [CCEA Clean Canyon Booklet](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/ccea-clean-canyon-booklet/) - Twenty-two pages of vintage good-neighbor tips! [aesop_gallery id="4729" revealfx="off" overlay_revealfx="off"] - [Neighborhood Watch in Chevy Chase Caynon](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/page_id1493/) - The concept of Neighborhood Watch is simple; watchful aware neighbors in contact with one another make it hard on crime. All it requires is a volunteer block captain, a few neighbors to get together and share contact info, and you have a Neighborhood Watch. And more than just stopping crime, as the recent windstorm shows, - [Welcome to CCEA News and Alerts](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/welcome-to-ccea-news-and-alerts/) - Congratulations, and welcome to the Chevy Chase Estates Association News and Alerts FREE emailing list, your sign up is complete. Expect about one to four emails a month full of canyon news and important alerts. You can always login to update your records or unsubscribe by visiting our website. But why not go just one step - [Please check your email, you are almost signed up.](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/please-check-your-email-you-are-almost-signed-up/) - You are almost signed up the the CCEA mail list. Please check your email for conformation notice and follow the instructions. Thanks! - [Purchase Gift Membership](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/pay-test/) - Thanks, you're almost finished. Please make payment of $35 for the CCEA Gift Membership by clicking the Buy Now link below. - [Gift Membership Thank You!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/gift-membership-thank-you/) - Thank you for giving the gift of a CCEA membership! Your gift recipient has now joined the honored ranks of past and present fellow canyon residents and neighbors who have organized to protect and preserve our beautiful Chevy Chase Canyon since 1937. We thank you, your gift recipient thanks you, and those yet to come will thank - [Thank You New Member!](https://www.chevychaseestates.us/thank-you-new-member/) - Congratulations, thank you, and welcome aboard to the Chevy Chase Estates Association! You have joined the honored ranks of past and present fellow canyon residents and neighbors who have organized to protect and preserve our beautiful Chevy Chase Canyon since 1937. We thank you, and those yet to come will thank you. 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