Los Angeles Beirut Sister Cities gala honoring Lebanese inventor Michel Medawar

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2026

5:00 PM

PHOENICIA RESTAURANT

343 N CENTRAL AVE

GLENDALE, CA 91203

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LABSC Honors Ambassador Rayes with Service Above Self Award

On June 12, the Los Angeles Beirut Sister Cities held their Service Above Self Award Ceremony and Dinner at the House of Lebanon—a memorable evening celebrating leadership, diplomacy, and community impact.
This year’s Service Above Self Award was proudly presented to Ambassador Nathalie Rayes in recognition of her distinguished public service and commitment to strengthening ties between US and Lebanon.
We were honored by the presence of esteemed guests, including:
* H.E. Eric Garcetti, former U.S. Ambassador to India and former Mayor of Los Angeles
* James K. Hahn, former Mayor of Los Angeles
* Rocky Delgadillo, former LA City Attorney
* Renee Weitzer, Council Member
* Renee Pea, Consul General of Croatia
* Council Member Tim McOsker