BEST OF BURBANK 2014
AN ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO.

BEST OF BURBANK 2014 WINNERS
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Woodbury university
Woodbury is known for its distinguished role in meeting the educational needs of Southern California for more than 130 years. The school recently earned an accreditation from the Assn. to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. It represents the highest achievement for an educational.

John burroughs high school
Themission of John Burroughs High School is to create alearning environment where students grow and succeed academically,socially and vocationally. That mission can only be achieved with the help and support of dedicated teachers and asupportive community.

MeGan Baade, Garri dance studio
Iknew Iwas learning lots of dance steps and having fun performing, but what Ifully didn’t understand was the confidence and feeling of accomplishment Iwould gain from these experiences. Ihave been fortunate to teachthousands of wonderful students over the last 14 years.

Garri dance studio
Garri Dance Studio is celebrating its 56th year in Burbank and has been voted Best Dance Studio for eight consecutive years. Inspiring thousands of students has remained the main focus of studio owner and director Megan Baade and her dynamic team of teachers.

Ume Federal Credit Union
UMe Federal Credit Union might look young, but they are wise in years. Chartered in 1940 by a group of Burbank Unified School District teachers, they now are a growing group of over 13,000 members, and counting..

BurBank City Federal Credit Union
Burbank City Federal Credit Union also supports local associations, organizations and civic groups and local schools by promoting financial literacy with Independent Advantage, their money-management program for teenagers..

Golden State Gymnastics
While many of their students choose to partake in the sport recreationally, some go on to compete in regional and national competitions. Whether gymnasts choose to compete or use their skills in other athletic areas, the talents that students of all ages develop through gymnastics training are both plentiful and invaluable.

Denise Cheshire Pearlman, Golden state Gymnastics
Born and raised in Burbank, Pearlman started her gymnastics career at 11 years old and quickly rose to become one of the United States’ top performers. In 1975, she was the vice champion at the U.S. National Championships and went on to compete internationally for five years.

Providence High School
If you’re looking for a small school with big opportunities, you belong at Providence High School. The school specializes in participation, leadership and success. The core values of respect, compassion, stewardship, justice and excellence are learned and modeled on a daily basis.

Burbank Music academy
TheBurbank Music Academy opened its doors in 2007 and quickly established itself as the premier musiceducation destination for students of all ages. Their 3,400-square-foot sound-treated facility sets the standard by whichindependent music schools are judged.

The Tallyrand
“We learned many years ago from our parents, Al and Delores Thomas, that success in business does not come from taking shortcuts,” Karen and Mark said. “Success comes from knowing our business firsthand, creating longstanding relationships with our guests and making sure our food consistently is fresh and served with a warm smile every day.

Robert W. Walters
Walters has presented over 100 jury trials and thousands of court trials. His practice now handles a variety of civil and criminal cases. Walters ensures every client receives the best representation available.

Dr. Mindy M. Dai
Before Dr.Dai moved to California, she was an attending physician and associate professor at Suzhou Medical College in China. She’s since completed three years of postdoctoral training at USC and an MRI fellowship at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center and obtained amaster’s degree in oriental medicine at Samra University.

Jon Schafer (schafer electric)
Schafer Electric was founded in 1958 by Kenneth and Jean Schafer, with the goal of offering outstanding service while growing alongside their chosen community. And they did grow as both a business and a family.

Magnolia island Hand Car Wash
They achieved this by employing a staff that thrives on delivering outstanding customer service, implementing comprehensive-training programs and safely maintaining the appearance of vehicles..

Dr. David M. Carletta, Carletta Chiropractic
over 50 years, invests his time in the community. He’s worked closely with Burroughs and Burbank High School since 1980 as well as the Burbank Viking Football League by providing service as an on-field team doctor..

Deacon Jim roope, St. Francis Xavier Church
Roope has undertaken the significant and appreciated role of confirmation director and deacon for St. Francis Xavier, providing a program to help young adults understand Jesus’ life and mission and accept God’s love..

Monte Carlo/Pinocchio
Family-owned and -operated since the 1960s, Monte Carlo Italian Deli & Market has been serving Burbank, Glendale and the San Fernando Valley for more than 40 years with imported Italian groceries, wines, deli meats and cheeses, fresh-daily Italian bread and our famous homemade Italian sausage.

Dana Drug Store
Dana Drug Store, established in 1962, continues to provide excellent service to our Burbank community. Our pharmacy department accepts all types of insurance, including Medi- Cal and Medicare. We can help you better manage your diabetes, asthma and cardiovascular disease with our knowledgeable, professional pharmacy staff.

Burbank town center
The 30 restaurants provide a selection to satisfy any palate, including P.F. Chang’s, California Pizza Kitchen, Hooters, Chevys Fresh Mex, Wetzel’s Pretzels, Mongolian Grill, Panda Express and California Tamale House.

Milt & edie’s
It’s 11:30 p.m. on a Sunday night and you just realized that not only does your favorite shirt need cleaning, but the waist of your pants mysteriously is too tight. You really want to wear your power outfit to the 8 a.m. meeting on Monday, but first, you must resolve this unexpected conundrum.

Peter Micalchuck at re/Max town center realty town center
Peter Micalchuck has been serving the real estate needs of Burbank as a committed professional for 17 years. Before Micalchuck started his career as a real estate agent, he channeled his entrepreneurial vision to build a business from the ground up.

Dr. Jeff Ashley, M.D.
Dr. Ashley is a board-certified dermatologist and fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. He’s founded and runs the nonprofit skin cancer prevention organization Sun Safety for Kids and volunteers at the Providence Tattoo Removal Program, which helps former gang members determined to turn their life around.

BeAuty-Kiss floor & Window Coverings
They offer carpeting, hardwood flooring, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, sheet vinyl, vinyl tile and laminate flooring. Beauty-Kiss Floor &Window Coverings work with manufacturers suchasShaw,Armstrong and Mohawk and also carry avariety of window coverings and wallpaper that perfectly will matchyour flooring.

Bell Cottage
The shop offers customers hundreds of gift ideas to choose from. It is all handpicked by owners Theresa and David Hanna. Well-known brands such as Brighton, Alex and Ani, Chamilia Beads, Uno de 50 jewelry, Vera Bradley, Stonewall Kitchen and others arrive on a weekly basis.

Colony theatre
TheColony Theatre Company began its distinguished history of continuous production in 1975 when it was incorporated as anonprofit organization by agroup of young actors eager to return to their theater roots. It remained in residence at the Studio Theatre Playhouse in Silver Lake for the next 25 years.

BEST OF TIMES COVERINGS
Thanks to all of our fun and fabulous customers for voting us the best antique store in Burbank. We stock our store with a huge variety of items in the hopes of providing something for everyone, whether you’re looking for quilts, linens, glassware, pottery, toys, dolls or home décor.

RELAX SPA AND BEAUTY
Book an appointment in October and mention the Burbank Leader to get a free gift with your purchase. (Offer expires Nov. 1, 2014. Limit one per customer.).

Dr. Carol Marienthal-Skaar at Toluca BurBank Dog & Cat Hospital
California Veterinary Medical Assn. and a founding member of the Humane Society Veterinary Medical Assn. and has served as an officer of the San Fernando Chapter of the Southern California Veterinary Medical Assn. for 17 years..

Dr. Merilynn Yamada
“It has been a true honor to be a member of this community and to be involved in your orthodontic care for so many years,” Dr. Yamada said. “I share this recognition with my wonderful staff, who have worked hard at making each patient’s experience a positive one and who share my dedication to excellence in orthodontics.

Cam Photo & Imaging
Cam Photo & Imaging is a customeroriented retail camera center that has grown in Burbank for more than 10 years. The friendly and knowledgeable staff assist with products and services to help customers make the best possible images.

BurBank Community Ymca
We believe our wide array of programs and services can help individuals and families learn, grow and thrive. The Y is for everyone, and we want everyone to have access. That’s why throughout the year, we raise funds that enable us to offer assistance to qualifying individuals and families.

Dr. Ramsey Amin, D.D.s.
Patients are treated like family at the office of Dr. Ramsey Amin, D.D.S. The attentive and caring staff’s priority is to ensure every patient’s total comfort. Dr. Amin’s goal is to get your mouth 100% healthy and help prevent future problems through education and highquality dentistry.

Dark Delicacies
This year marks Dark Delicacies’ 20th year operating in Burbank. Owners Sue and Del Howison also are residents of Burbank, a place they call asmall town surrounded by abig city.

Romancing the Bean
“We’ve had our ups and our downs but this is by far the spot we are the most proud of,” owner Kerry Krull said. “It is also so gratifying to have my kids old enough to participate, truly making it a family affair. Both have been instrumental in launching the latest venture and our food just keeps on getting better as well.

Dylan Keith Salon
Dylan Keith Salon’s hair services include haircut and styling for men and women, color (from highlights to balayage and a wide spectrum of everything in between), classic European facials and skin care, an esthetician specializing in lash lift, curl and eye brow shaping.

Polished
Nestled among the restaurants in the Burbank Empire Center is Polished, anail salon, and it’s considered atrue oasis among its loyal patrons. Formore than 10 years, Polished Nail Salon has been dedicated to providing the best in nail care and waxing services.

D.W. henderson Jewelers
If you haven’t stopped by our store before, please come in for a free jewelry cleaning and inspection or just a visit to get to know us. We make beautiful, quality jewelry and provide excellent jewelry and watch repair. Our family-run store is friendly and comfortable, and we’re all quite knowledgeable in what we do.

Denise arenas, arenas’ barber shop
The Arenas family has spent a lifetime in the barbershop business. Denise’s brother, five uncles and four cousins operate their own locations throughout Northern California..

Holiday inn burbank media center
The Holiday Inn Burbank Media Center is a full-service hotel located in the heart of downtown Burbank. Our newly renovated rooms offer all the amenities you need to make your stay a pleasant one. We’re close to the BobHope Airport and offer free shuttle service.

Tony’s Darts Away
Tony’s Darts Away believes in great beer, which is an extension of their commitment to community, sustainability, good food and the arts. They embrace giving back to the Burbank community, athletics, musical adventure, selfexpression and, of course, great beer.

Jon’s Window & Awning
We are lucky to live and work in this wonderful community and blessed to have return customers year after year that continue to refer us to their family and friends. That is what keeps this family-type business going strong..