Donna in Hollywoodland

The blog from Los Angeles and Hollywood by Donna Grayson

Saturday, April 22, 2006


April 22 2006 Photos

Broadway Hollywood Broadway Hollywood


Beatles The Beatles at Capitol Records


Burger Joint Colorful Hamburger Joint on Vine




Chris Penn Tribute


Tonight I volunteered at the Aero Theatre for a tribute to actor, Chris Penn .

They showed two movies, Reservoir Dogs and The Funeral .

Many of Chris Penn's friends and relatives were at the event. And it was wonderful to watch this amazing Los Angeles actor in two of his films, up there on the big screen of the theatre.

It was a very touching and memorable night.



Friday, April 21, 2006


Photos April 21
DonutsDonuts on Hollywood Blvd


Frank On Vine Frank Sinatra in Hollywood


Cinnamon Lick Cinnamon Sticks out her tongue




The Poseidon Adventure

One of the all-time best disaster movies from 1972 - the original
Poseidon Adventure .
Such a great movie. I loved every minute of it.
It is definitely one of my top 10 favorites.
Actress Stella Stevens and Director Ronald Neame spoke after the movie.

And you just can beat seeing it on the big screen over at The Aero Theatre
in Santa Monica.

In addition, we celebrated the birthday of the Director, Ronald Neame. I got to help them serve cake to celebrate the birthday event.
So it was another fun night - movie and a party.



Thursday, April 20, 2006


April 20 2006 Photos

Stairs in Westwood Stairs in Westwood


Cinnamon In Bed
Cinnamon


Palm Tree on Sunset & Vine Sunset and Vine Palm Tree


Wednesday, April 19, 2006


The Night of the Hunter


Volunteering over at The Aero Theatre in Santa Monica.
The film was The Night of the Hunter.

Everyone told me I should see this movie. All my friends were recommending it as one of the best films ever.
And no, I have never seen it, and I didn't see it tonight.
Tonight I was Volunteer Captain and I had to help out in the lobby most of the evening.
So I have still not seen this great movie.

We did have a really fun reception event for the Cinematheque Members. So I got to help out with that.
Those parties are always great fun.



April 19 Photos

Post No BillsConstruction on Hollywood Blvd



Westwood Buildings and Sky in Westwood


Westwood Building in Westwood



Tuesday, April 18, 2006


April 18 2006 Photos

Reflection In Hollywood Construction on Hollywood Blvd


Bathing In The Sunshine Cinnamon bathes in the Sunshine


Armand Hammer Museum  Westwood Armand Hammer Museum Westwood


Westwood Building Building in Westwood



Monday, April 17, 2006


April 17 Pictures

Palm TreesPalm Trees


Disney Fence Disney Fence


Clouds In Windows Clouds in Windows




Book Recommendations

I recently checked out the following books from the Los Angeles Public Library

Entertainment Books I Recommend:

My life so far by Jane Fonda
My anecdotal life : a memoir by Carol Reiner
Making movies by Sidey Lumet

Health Books I recommend :
The RealAge Makeover by Michael F Roizen
Ten years younger by Steven Masley



Sunday, April 16, 2006


April 16 Photos

Don't Believe Everything You Think Don't Believe Everything You Think
Seen on Sunset Blvd


Cinnamon Attacks the String Cinnamon And String


Have a Blessed and Wonderful Easter Sunday Happy Easter




Easter Sunday Brunch


Okay, the best way I can think to spend my Easter these days is in, ummm .... Beverly Hills.

Some friends and I went back to Kate Mantilli's restaurant, and had a wonder brunch there. Well, mainly breakfast.
I had a wonderful egg white omelet packed with all sorts of vegetables. Very delicious.
This has now become my favorite restaurant for lunch. The prices are reasonable, and there is always a chance you will see a celebrity. No, this time, we didn't see any famous people.

We then stopped off at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences , and viewed the photography exhibit of the previous Oscar galas. The pictures were just wonderful.
Then on the fourth level, they had an exhibit on "storyboarding". It was alittle over my head. Too technical for me.
(Remember, if you are in Los Angeles visiting, you really need to stop by the Academy building. They have special screenings and exhibits. If you love movies and the Oscars, when you are in LA, make this one of your stops.)

Then, after that, we went to Rodeo Drive and walked around the real Beverly Hills.
Yes, I took tons of pictures. And I will post them on My Flickr Photo Pages when I get a chance.

Lastly, we stopped off at a very fancy hotel, The Regent Hotel , on Wilshire Blvd and had drinks.
I splurged and had a margarita - since we had been walking around for hours. The slushy drink was just perfect.
And the beautiful restaurant bar was a nice relaxing way to end the day.


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