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Pasadena’s 2015 Rose Parade Grand Marshal Mike WWII Hero Louis Zamperini dies Herman’s By Terry Miller memorial service brings out hundreds of firefighters, family and friends By Terry Miller
tural, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds with mentors in Pasadena and Los Angeles who advance each participant’s skills through the application of knowledge and exposure to real world
A special memorial was held Wednesday at Arcadia Performing Arts Center for Arcadia Firefighter Mike Herdman, who died as a result of a fall while camping outside Fillmore recently. Hundreds of firefighters, family friends and dignitaries and police officers attended the celebration of the firefighter/paramedic’s life Wednesday morning to remember Michael Phillip Herman, who was born in 1977. The capacity crowd which included city council members and former police chief Dave Hinig as well as firefighters from all over the southland who remembered firefighter Herdman for not only a wonderful and generous spirit but one of great playfulness on and off duty. The display of flowers and surfboard plus the everpresent racing bicycle stood to the right of the flag draped coffin as friends remembered the tests of endurance he would challenge his brothers, regularly. But most of all, each speaker told of the love of his life, his 6-year-old daughter Sienna. We was devoted to her
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Louis Zapmerini -Photo by Terry Miller
Many said Tournament of Roses President, Richard L. Chinen’s choice was’ wonderful and a natural choice” for the theme of next year’s parade while many more pondered whether the 97 year old war hero would live long enough to ride those 5 miles in the parade on January 1. Sadly, the cynics
were right. Louis Zamperini, an Olympic runner whose remarkable story of survival as a prisoner of war in World War II gained new attention in 2010 with the publication of a best-selling biography by Laura Hillenbrand, died on Wednesday in Los Angeles. He was 97.
A statement released by his family said he had been suffering from pneumonia. In May Zamperini was announced as the Grand Marshal for the 2015 Tournament of Roses, themed “Inspiring Stories.” Zamperini, age 97, was Please see page 2
High school students to work with renowned local researchers and professionals Gifted students from across the country to come to Institute for Educational Advancement summer apprenticeship program Twenty-nine high school students are stepping out of the classroom and into the real world to apply their knowledge to handson, cutting-edge research and professional projects with renowned local scientists, doctors, professors and experts over the next two
months in Pasadena and Los Angeles. The Apprenticeship Program, created and administered by Pasadena-based Institute for Educational Advancement (IEA), links gifted high school students from diverse racial, ethnic, cul-
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The art of make & believe - A little junebug story by Marie Valdes There is art, a knack or talent, tomers and the Pasadena Playhouse and crafting to promote well-being in the ability to create happiness for District Association, little junebugs and to provide an identity beyond others. “You have to like it!” says has created opportunities through- their illness. Our arts and crafts proCourtney Collins, the co-founder and out the community which provide a grams incorporate a mix of different creator of little junebugs, a charming “giving back” component, support- mediums and styles of creating art gift boutique and craft studio for chil- ing local charities such as the Max- to appeal to any artistic spirit.” Courtney and little junebugs will dren located in the city of Pasadena. Love Project and CoachArt. MaxLove Brand merchandise be hosting an adult crafting night on Courtney’s inspiration for creating a space for kids to grow their can be purchased at the boutique, Saturday, July 12 to continue its supimagination came from her years of with 100% of net proceeds going service as a nanny and from her pre- to fund research and resources, vious career at the children’s book- through the MaxLove Project, for children with cancer and lifestore and art gallery, Storyopolis. During her time at Storyopolis, threatening conditions. Continued from page 1 Through her partnership with Courtney and little junebugs’ cofounder, Brian, decided to establish CoachArt, an organization dedi- slated to ride in the 126th Rose their own location that would “pro- cated to bettering the lives of chil- Parade® on January 1, 2015. Tournament of Roses vide a place for children to take a dren with chronic illness, Courtney break and unplug; a place to feed and her partners at little junebugs President, Richard L. Chinen, creative, little minds.” As you enter have donated their time and crafts made the announcement at a little junebugs, a miraculous little to camp make & believe: an arts press conference at Tournaworld unfolds: scanimation books and crafts workshop held once a ment House in Pasadena. In on animals and fairy tales; circus car- month for children participating in his remarks, Chinen referred to Zamperini as” inspiring in his nival-inspired glitter glue; robots that the CoachArt program. ‘Believing that art makes courage and resilience.” transform into pens with the press of a “Louis Zamperini’s life stothumb; and a crafting room (for host- things better,’ is Courtney’s coming birthday parties) with a ‘Wall of mitment to the community through ry illustrates the strength of huWonder,’ adorned with the artwork her non-profit organization make & man spirit in many ways. From believe. “make & believe invites becoming a young sports hero created by little crafters themselves. With support from its loyal cus- children living with illness to use art in Southern California to surviving for 47 days on an inflatable raft in the Pacific Ocean and Change lives. Make wishes come true. then persevering for more than two years held in captivity in Japan, Louis now lives as an enduring symbol of perseverance, heroism and forgiveness. His life is truly a series of ‘Inspiring Stories,’ and I am elated and humbled that he accepted our invitation to be the 2015 Grand Marshal.” “It is such an honor to be the Grand Marshal of the 126th Rose Parade,” said Zamperini. “Growing up in Torrance, the Become a Make-A-Wish ® parade route on Colorado Boulevard is one I have been VOLUNTEER familiar with my whole life. I Volunteers for Make-A-Wish give their time and look forward to sharing the extalents to help bring hope, strength and joy to perience with my family and all children who are battling life-threatening medical the fans of the Rose Parade who conditions. will be watching.” Zamperini wrote his personal history in the book “Devil We have a special need for volunteers in the at My Heels” and his life story Inland Empire to help local children. was documented in the New York Times best-selling book, Get Involved Today “Unbroken,” written by Pulitzer Prize winning author, Laura Hilocie.wish.org | 714-573-9474 lenbrand. In December 2014,
port of make & believe. For every admission ticket of $25, little junebugs will donate a make & believe craft kit in your name, to a patient of Children’s Hospital of Orange County. For more information about this event, please visit littlejunebugs.com and click on the link to their Facebook page.
Louis Zamperini dies Universal Pictures will release the movie, “Unbroken,” a feature adaptation of the book. Born in 1917 to Italian immigrants, Zamperini moved to Torrance, California in 1919 and became a world-class runner by the end of high school. Qualifying to run in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, he was America’s top finisher in the 5000 meter run, finishing the final lap in 56 seconds and causing Adolf Hitler to request a personal meeting with the track star. During World War II, Zamperini retired from running and joined the U.S. Armed Forces as a bombardier in the South Pacific. While on a reconnaissance mission, Zamperini’s aircraft crashed into the Pacific Ocean. He and a crewmate survived for 47 days in sharkinfested waters eventually drifting into a Japanese-controlled region where he was held and tortured for another two years. He survived the brutality of the war and came back to Southern California where he was treated like a hero and celebrated for his longevity. Zamperini married, had a family and started on a quest of forgiveness as an inspirational speaker – meeting with and forgiving the Japanese military guards who tortured him. Until very recently, Zamperini was still lecturing around the world on how to deal with stress, the meaning of Olympic spirit and the freedom he has found through a personal relationship with God.
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The second of three special summer outdoor concerts will fill the Pasadena Civic Auditorium Plaza with the sounds of rock and roll legends Led Zeppelin, as Pasadena’s Party on the Plaza Summer Concert Series continues on Friday, July 18. The chemistry and magic of legendary super group Led Zeppelin will be recreated by tribute band Led Zepplica – The Led Zeppelin Experience. Covering Zeppelin tunes since 1989, the hard-rocking performance will give fans a taste of one of the greatest and most iconic rock and blues bands ever. The show is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. and doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets priced at $10 for general admission and $20 and $30 for reserved table seats are available online at www.thepasadenacivic.com. The third and final performance of this summer’s Party on the Plaza concerts is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 1, with an unparalleled tribute to the band U2. L.A.vation: The World’s Greatest Tribute to U2 is a “true U2 tribute band that accurately executes the music and the look of a real U2 concert,” claim music critics. L.A.vation derives its name from the song “Elevation,” from U2's 2000 album, “All That You Can't Leave Behind.” The Pasadena Civic Auditorium Plaza is located at 300 E. Green Street in Pasadena. For more information, contact the Pasadena Civic Auditorium Box Office at (626) 449-7360.
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experiences. In an effort to ensure as many qualified students as possible have access to this experience, IEA provides financial aid to those students in need. “I think it is very important for young bright students to have the opportunity to try research and spend a few weeks in a university research lab, and I am very happy to help make this happen,” said Dr. Van Savage, UCLA professor and IEA Apprenticeship mentor. “I wish more people helped these kids; they are amazing!” Pasadena-area Apprenticeships include industrial design at a local art institution and astronomy and astrophysics at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). Eleven Apprentices will be working in Pasadena. Other Apprenticeships in Los Angeles include cancer research at The Angeles Clinic, pediatric medical research at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, law at the Inner City Law Center, biochemistry and neuroscience at UCLA and biomedical engineering and data and computer science at USC. In its 16th year, IEA’s residential summer Apprenticeship Program has provided more than 600 gifted high school students nationwide with the opportunity to further develop their high intellectual ability by matching each student’s unique gifts, talents and interests with the most appropriate mentors and work sites. It also encourages students to balance this intellectual ability with their social,
spiritual, emotional, and physical growth. The 2014 program runs June 22 to Aug. 9 in Los Angeles and Pasadena. Students are housed in dorms at USC and spend their days working with mentors in a variety of subject areas. In the evenings and on weekends, Apprentices participate in IEA-facilitated leadership and character building activities, attend cultural events, participate in recreational activities and explore Los Angles. Outings planned for this summer include the Levitt Pavilion Summer Music Festival, the Griffith Park Shakespeare Festival and the Getty museum. Students are also exposed to college life, living in dorms away from their families with other students their age and experiencing high-level research and work experience. This is valuable to the many students who have not set foot on a college campus. IEA facilitates workshops to help students prepare for the college application process, and Apprentices often go on to attend prestigious colleges and universities, including many who enroll at their host institutions. Since 1998, IEA has been dedicated to the whole child, nurturing gifted children ages 2-18. Independent of government funding, IEA gives students the tools to work toward actualizing their full intellectual and personal potential in a safe and supportive environment.
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7th annual Armenian Cultural Festival The day long cultural activities include Armenian folk dances in traditional dresses, music and of course Mediterranean food, with Armenian flavors. Other activities include classic car show, petting zoo and slides for the children. In the past, this event has been attended by Congresswomen Judy Chu, Pasadena Mayor Bill Bogaard, Pasadena Chief of Polis Phillip L. Sanchez and members of the Pasadena Fire Department with their trucks. The Festival is open to the general public and there will be plenty of chairs for them to sit back and enjoy the food, while listening to Armenian songs by well known performing artists. There will also be speakers representing the different orga-
nizations that comprise the Armenian Community of Pasadena. The emphasis this year will be Armenian folk Dances, music and Art and the public will be invited to join their ranks in a round of group dances, pertaining to different regions of our Homeland, Armenia. Come one and come all to enjoy a day of entertainment under the shades of the Victory Park trees. The 7th Annual Armenian Identity Festival, organized by the Armenian Community Coalition of Pasadena, will take place on Sunday, July 20, 2014 at Victory Park from noon to 7:00pm. Co-sponsored by the City of Pasadena. For more info contact 626-399-1799paccoalition@ gmail.com www.acc-us.org.
Inagural pet adoption day finds home for 46 animals Even a chicken was adopted….
Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA saw 132 people in its adoption offices for the first ever Pet Adoption Day in partnership with Assemblymen Chris Holden, Mike Gatto and Ed Chau. Twenty-nine cats, 14 dogs, one parakeet, one lovebird and one chicken found new homes at the free adoption event held at the shelter on Tuesday, July 8. Each Assemblymember spoke about the importance of finding loving homes for all animals and the services provided at the Pasadena Humane Society. They were each given an animal to showcase for the day; Holden was partnered with a Siberian Husky mix, Gatto with a kitten from the PHS Foster Program and Chau with a Chow
mix. “On an average Tuesday we may have 30 sign-ins, and maybe 4-5 dogs and 5-6 cats adopted,” says Kevin McManus, adoption supervisor at the shelter. “We are extremely happy about the turn out and that so many animals found homes.” This adoption event will be held annually due to its great success, but the Pasadena Humane Society still has animals that need homes. To view animals available for adoption visit www.pasadenahumane.org/ adopt. Adoption hours areTuesday-Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.–4 p.m. The Pasadena Humane Society is located at 361 South Raymond.
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so much that he’d pull her out of school to go to the beach… just because. The tearful recollections were peppered with many humorous anecdotes that Mike Herdman was known for, including dressing up once as Goldilocks. Ventura County Sheriff’s Department discovered Michael Herdman’s body two weeks ago in rugged terrain approximately 1200 feet above the Sespe River outside of Fillmore. On Friday, June 13, 2014, Arcadia Firefighter/Paramedics, Mike Herdman and Taylor Byars, became separated while on a weekend camping trip in the Sespe Wilderness Area. Mr. Byars looked for Mr. Herdman and made his way out of the wilderness area and notified authorities on the evening of Sunday, June 15, 2014. Beginning on Monday June 16, 2014, the Ventura County Sheriff and Fire De-
partment, along with hundreds of volunteer Search and Rescue personnel, searched for Mike Herdman concluding in the recovery of his body last Friday morning. Beth Stogner, Arcadia Fire spokesperson, said: “Our hearts are broken, individually and collectively, by the news of Mike’s death. We are forever indebted to the Ventura County Sheriff’s and Fire Departments for their gallant and exhaustive efforts to find our brother and friend and bring him home. “We extend our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to Mike’s family and stand ready to assist them in the difficult days, weeks, and months ahead. “We also want to express our sincere thanks to our community and the many others who shared an outpouring of love and support.” Mike Herdman, 36 years old, was a 7-year veteran of the Arcadia Fire Department.