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Historic Landmark in one of the following membership levels
qSenior (age 65+) or Student: $35 per year
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* All of the benefits of Friend
qFriend (1 person): $50 per year
* Subscription to the Friends Newsletter
* Invitations to special events and activities
* 15% discount on Gift Merchandise
qPartner (1 person): $100 per year
* All of the benefits of Friend
* Invitation to private reception
qSupporter: $500 per person
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* Greystone Tote
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* Private Greystone Estate Tour
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A Semiannual Newsletter ■ Volume II, Issue I
P.O. Box 16938, Beverly Hills, CA 90209 ■ 310.286.0119 ■ 501 Doheny Road, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Susan Rosen, President ■ www.greystonemansion.org ■ [email protected] ■ Lauren Cohen, Editor
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This past year, several members of the Doheny family graciously donated an array of family artifacts and
personal effects to the Friends of Greystone.
Among the most intriguing was a set of two demitasse
cups, each with a photo of a bride and groom. Donated by
Mrs. Tim Doheny, these cups commemorated the wedding of Edward Laurence Doheny Jr. and Lucy Smith
Doheny, Tim Doheny’s parents. Mrs. Doheny’s gift also
included photos and other personal items.
Michael Niven and his family donated an extensive
collection of articles belonging to their mother, Lucy
Estelle Doheny Washington, including family photos and
engraved sterling silver chaffing dishes.
Commemorative cup
of Ned and Lucy Doheny, 1914
Kacey Doheny McCoy donated her grandmother Lucy’s black leather luggage set,
monogrammed with the initials “LSB”, from the years Lucy was married to Leigh M. Battson.
Joyce Doheny, widow of Edward Laurence Doheny III, also donated a few unique items. These
include several monogrammed leather travel cases, a two tiered leather tobacco pipe box and
three unusual shadow boxes filled with gold toiletries and other grooming items.
These personal gifts were on display during the First Annual Concours d’Elegance at Greystone
Mansion.
The Friends of Greystone archives are made possible through the generous support of the
Doheny family.
FOG also received an extravagant gift
from The Kazanjian Foundation. This
gift includes a gold lady’s applicator
with mirror and a gold mesh purse,
engraved “To Lucy, Xmas 1913,
From Pa D and Ma D.”
The Friends of Greystone are
honored to preserve, archive
and display in our ever growing
collection these keepsakes of a
family and these mementos of a
time gone by.
Engraved sterling silver chaffing dishes
Black leather luggage set at front door of Greystone
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25th Annual Volunteer Recognition Reception
Greystone Estate, May 26th, 2010
The Volunteer Recognition Reception
was held for the first time at Greystone
Estate on May 26th, 2010. During the
year 2009 the City of Beverly Hills
enlisted the assistance of a total of 508
volunteers. Many of our volunteers have
enjoyed working at Greystone assisting
Jeff Kolin , BH City Manager
with various events.
The volunteers, contributing over 40 Susan Rosen, FOG Board Member
hours per year, were invited to the
celebration and those who served the City for
over 10 years received the Mayor’s Tenure
Award. The result was an excellent recognition
event and gratitude and compliments were heard
from volunteers of all ages.
Jill Travelman Collins,
Recreation & Parks
Commissioner
Steve Miller
Upcoming at Greystone 2011
Greystone Mansion
was the event
designation for
GREYSTONE ESTATE: THE MAGNIFICENT MANSION
Originally completed by the Doheny family in 1928, Greystone has
been a city park since 1976. One of Beverly Hills’ most beloved
cultural and architectural landmarks, Greystone now serves as the
location for many of the most significant cultural and educational
events the community has to offer. For information on Greystone
events, call 310-285-6830 (unless otherwise noted), or visit
www.beverlyhills.org. Greystone Estate, 905 Loma Vista Dr.
STEVE MILLER
RETIREMENT
FAREWELL.
Steve Miller who
made a grand entrance
to his Hawaiian
themed retirement party and
rode in on his cherished HarleyDavidson motorcycle to the
surprise of City of Beverly Hills
Staff. Steve Miller dedicated
28 years to the City of Beverly
Hills and retired as Director of
Community Services.
City of BH Staff
INSIDE GREYSTONE PRIVATE RANGER TOURS
The History/The Gardens/The Architecture/The Mansion
Join the Park Ranger for an approximately 1.5 hour guided
walking tour of Greystone Mansion and Estate grounds. Private tours
can be scheduled, subject to availability and film schedule. No strollers
allowed. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fees: $15 per person (Minimum of 10 people required).
Call 310-285-6835.
Steve Miller, his wife and 2 daughters
Steve Zoet
FOG welcomes STEVE ZOET as the new
Director of Community Services.
Volunteers receiving awards in Greystone Mansion Living Room
Camille, City of BH Volunteer
Dedication of the Doheny benches and
Greystone Park project
by: Historian/Archivist Katherine Timme
On December 16, 2010, the City of Beverly Hills dedicated the park
project of the lower estate improvements and the Doheny benches in
memory of two of Ned and Lucy Doheny’s five children. Two limestone antiquity garden benches were graciously donated by the
families of Timothy Doheny and Lucy Estelle Doheny Washington.
The benches have been placed in the new rose garden.
Ribbon Cutting ceremony
City council members
John Mirisch, Nancy Krasne,
Michael Niven (son of Lucy
Doheny Washington),
Anita Doheny (wife of Timothy
Doheny),
Mayor Jimmy Delshad
and Recreation & Parks
Commissioner Julian Gold.
Steve joined the City of Beverly Hills in
2008 as Assistant Director for Recreation
and Parks and most recently served as
interim Community Services Director. He
replaces Steve Miller who retired last year.
“I am thankful for the trust and confidence
instilled in me by Jeff and others,” Steve
commented. “I look forward to continue
working with an exceptionally talented
and dedicated workforce in delivering the high quality services that the
Community Services Department and the City are known for.”
Before coming to Beverly Hills in 2008, Steve was director of Parks and
Recreation for the city of Northglenn, Colorado. He attended Michigan
State University, graduating with a degree in Parks, Recreation and Tourism and has pursued post-graduate studies in Public Administration at
San Francisco State and Cal State Northridge universities. Zoet worked
previously in Beverly Hills as a recreation supervisor from 1983-1992.
Memories and Marriage at Greystone
CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE May 1, 10am-4pm
Please refer to Page 3 and for more information, call 310-285-6850 or
www.greystoneconcours.org
BEVERLY HILLS BAR ASSOCIATION VINTAGE BOUQUET 2011
May 15, 12-4pm. Hosted by BHBA barristers, the 23rd Annual
Vintage Bouquet Charity Wine Auction continues the annual elegant
event. www.bhba.org
LE JARDIN AT HISTORIC GREYSTONE ESTATE ...GARDEN
EVENT September 15-18, 2011
Please refer to page 5 and visit www.greystonemansion.org or call
310-286-0119
LUXE INTERIORS & DESIGN PRESENTS “MAISON DE LUXE
2011” AT HISTORIC GREYSTONE MANSION
Luxe Interiors + Design magazine, in partnership with the City of
Beverly Hills and the Friends of Greystone, announces its first national Designer Show House, Maison de Luxe 2011, at Historic Greystone
Estate. For more information, go to www.beverlyhills.org/greystone,
or call 310-285-6830
TEA ON THE TERRACE Saturdays, 4:00–5:30pm
At Historic Greystone Estate
(for 10 year olds and older)
Enjoy a lovely “afternoon tea” on the terrace at historic Greystone
Estate with an unbelievable panoramic view of the City. Musical
entertainment and a tour of the first floor of the mansion are included.
Jimmy Delshad , Brad Meyerowitz,
Larry and Michael Niven (sons of Lucy
Doheny Washington)
Anita Doheny,
Jimmy Delshad
and Brad Meyerowitz
THEATRE 40: THE MANOR/MURDER AND MYSTERY
Due to construction at Greystone Mansion, Theatre 40 Manor
Production will be on a brief hiatus. Please call 310.694.6118 for
other Theatre 40 programs.
Saturay, June 11
Catered by Marmelade
Saturay, July 9
Catered by TBD
Saturday, August 13
Catered by Marmelade
Tickets: 310.285.6850
October 2, 2010: Wedding of Caitlin Lamb and Andrew Lasken.
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OFFICERS
President SUSAN ROSEN 1st Vice President ELAINE S. GLASS
2nd Vice President LAUREN COHEN Corporate Secretary GAY PARRISH
Recording Secretary HELENE HARRIS
Treasurer
VICKY SWARTZ
ACTIVE BOARD MEMBERS
ALLISON BALSON
MARY LEVIN CUTLER
SUZANNE FURST
MARTIN GEIMER
PAULA JONES
BIILL MCWHORTER
KATHY MELAMED
LIZZA MONET MORALES
ANITA ZWIRN NAIMAN
ARLINE PEPP
JOY SCHNEIDER
ARNOLD SEIDEL°
KATHERINE TIMME*
DAVID C. WALKER
AGNES-NICOLE WINTER
SANDY ZWIRN
HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS
JAMES W. JAHANT
ANITA DOHENY
NANCY KRASNE
MARJORIE FASMAN°
BETSY MAZURSKY °
MERALEE GOLDMAN
PAULA KENT MEEHAN
FRED HAYMAN
BRAD ROBINSON°
SKYE HOPPUS
* Historian/Archivist ° Former Greystone Foundation Members
JANET SALTER°
JEANNE ANDERSON
VICTOR BARDAK°
ALAN BUNNAGE°
RUDY COLE°
JILL TAVELMAN COLLINS°
Youth Corner
Friends of Greystone provides wonderful opportunities for all ages,
especially high school students, to get involved. It teaches teenagers
great life skills such as how to be a responsible leader, and looks great
on college applications too! Don’t let your sons or daughters miss
out in this wonderful opportunity to get involved in their community.
Student Liaison Sara Newman raves, “I am so glad to be involved in
this wonderful group and get to learn so much from the amazing people
that I work with in the group. To any teenager looking for a meaningful
extracurricular activity, I highly recommend that he or she considers
getting involved with Friends of Greystone.” There is no better way to
build passion for one’s community, than by taking an active role in it, so
join Friends of Greystone today!
Friends of Greystone Page on
by: Kathy Melamed
Get up to date information --- learn more about FOG and Greystone.
Check out FOG’s revamped (thank you, Helene Harris) and user-friendly
website www.greystonemansion.org. And become a fan if you haven’t
already of the Friends of Greystone Facebook page. With 225 fans and
growing, fans can share videos, photos, and post other thoughts. Both the
website and Facebook are great ways to stay on top of what’s going on at
Greystone and with FOG.
Become a Friends of Greystone Fan on Facebook
Greystone Filming Trivia....Did you Know?
Vampire Diaries Show TV
Series was taped:
In Greystone Mansion Grand
Living Room and at the
Cypress Lane, Greystone Park
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SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2011
Your all inclusive ticket provides:
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World class vintage automobiles & motorcycles on display
Marketplace of automobilia, books, fine art, jewelry, fashions and antiques
Gourmet food, beverages and libations
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Free parking & shuttles to the Estate
Commemorative event program book and poster Tours of Greystone Mansion and Historic Exhibits
Seminars hosted by Industry Experts
2/1 discount to the Petersen Automotive Museum
TICKET SALES NOW ONLINE!
Ticket Information: 310.285.6850 (Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm)
Exhibitor/Sponsor/Vendor Information: 310.285.6830
www.greystoneconcours.org
The City thanks the following sponsors* for their support:
*at time of printing
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Friends of Greystone
With the support of the City of Beverly Hills & The Garden Conservancy
present
Le Jardin
The first Annual Garden and Antique Show at Greystone
September 15, 16, 17 & 18, 2011
The Garden Conservancy
Dennis Doheny
Coastal Tapestry
Featuring:
▪▪Self-guided tours of the 55,000 square foot Mansion, and the Gardens and Park of this historic venue located in Beverly Hills
▪▪Greystone historical exhibit
▪▪Garden demonstrations, herb garden presentations and floral arranging
▪▪Interior floral and topiary displays, and antique
furniture and pottery
▪▪Outdoor furniture displays
▪▪Marketplace including landscape books, exotic plants, decorative garden accessories, garden tools, garden
furniture, garden antiques, jewelry, garden fashions and fine art
▪▪Daily lectures with book signings by celebrity
landscape designers
▪▪Array of gourmet food and beverages for sale
COCKTAIL GALA – Thursday, September 15th
CHARITY DONATION
Garden Conservancy to receive a portion of the proceeds
Visit our website: www.greystonemansion.org
for further information or sponsorship information: 310.286.0119