Brentwood Green holds Grand Mural Opening
On a warm March Saturday [2012], dozens of Brentwood residents, student, teachers and community leaders gathered for the unveiling of a magical mural at Brentwood Magnet Elementary School. Artist and architect David Legaspi III depicted California landscapes along the playground and building walls, and engaged students in discussions about art and California history as the 2-month-long project unfolded. Brentwood Green, a volunteer group co-founded by my late friend Barbara Goldenberg and her able successor Jackie Raymond, was the dynamic force behind this project. The group rallied funds and supporters to continue efforts to beautify the campus. Past projects at the school have included planting redwood trees along the playground border and designing and constructing a Shakespeare Garden and a Poetry Garden. I was delighted to present certificates of appreciation to Mr. Legaspi and Brentwood Garden for their dedication to the school.
