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Arcadia Red Cross Chapter is Open Despite Reports to the Contrary

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Planning Commission Denies CUP For Marijuana Dispensary in Arcadia/Monrovia

BY TERRY MILLER

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he Arcadia Red Cross is open contrary to reports of the local chapter’s untimely demise.

However, ten employees have been laid off in an effort to streamline the deficit beleaguered chapter in Arcadia. The Los Angeles Communications Director, Charlie Sardou, and local CEO Ben Green confirmed that changes have occurred but asserted that at no time was the Red Cross closed and all services remain fully functional.

The Arcadia Weekly spoke with Charlie Sardou Monday who informed us some personnel issues resulted in 2 management staffers and 8 instructors leaving but the local Chapter of the Red Cross alive and well, albeit smaller in staff.

The deficit accelerated severely Green said.

Subsequently the CEO decided took rapid action because there was not enough money to meet

Leon San Blas ,left, speaks to commissioners Monday evening at Pamela Park where his request for a CUP was denied amid growing protests from the community like the one held Saturday outside the proposed dispensary - Photos by Terry Miller

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lanning Commissioners denied Leon San Blas’ application for a Conditional Use

Permit ( CUP) for a medical marijuana dispensary Monday night. The hearing, held a at Pamela Park was attended by a gathering of approximately 350 peo-

LATE NEWS

Monrovian Sentenced

BY TERRY MILLER

BY SUSAN MOTANDER Alfredo Montes Valenzuela of Monrovia was sentenced Wednesday to two consecutive life sentences in the brutal murders of a Monrovia couple. The

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The Los Angeles Regional Planning Commission collectively rejected the permit for a dispen-

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Taste of Arcadia this Monday Sept 20 - Biggest & Best Ever

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ple, the majority of whom were perceptibly vociferous against the proposed facility. The final vote: 4-0 One commissioner Ester Valadez was not present.

British Jazz Guitarist Chris Standring blew the roof off the Sierra Madre Elementary School at the Taste of Sierra Madre. See page 5 for more photos and story.

This time of year, it seems, everyone has a taste of something or other to offer. However one of the premier events that has grown exponentially is this coming Monday’s Taste of Arcadia which will be held at the Los Angeles County Arboretum. Each year, the extraordinary food and wine event fea-

tures hors d’oeuvres, entrees, wines, cheeses and desserts from some of the finest restaurants in the area in a truly breathtaking setting.

What do most people seem to like about the event? Well, it depends on who you talk to. Some love the chance to be food critics for a night, others may enjoy

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Pasadena Playhouse Raises the Curtain Again The Pasadena Playhouse has announced the upcoming 2010 fall productions. The doors of the historic theatre that went dark last year will reopen with seven-time Emmy Award and five-time Golden Globe Award-winner Ed Asner starring in the solo performance drama, FDR, based on Dore Schary’s Broadway hit Sunrise at Campobello, in association with Campobello Theatre Productions Inc. and Gero Productions LLC. The show runs October 12 – November 7 with the official press opening on Wednesday, October 13.

Television icon Ed Asner will star in this one-man show that takes us through FDR’s White House years including the Depression, the steps leading up to WWII and the war years.

Asner shows us why this president was known as “that man in the White House,” scorned by many and admired by most.

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Monrovia High Field Dedicated Friday Evening

BY SUSAN MOTANDER The first phase of the renovation of Monrovia High School will be dedicated in a brief ceremony this Friday evening at 5:30 p.m. The new field at the high school will be formally dedicated before the football team’s first home game against Arcadia High, with

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Regular readers will recall that, not too long ago, I wrote a column about being on the edge of a bad mood. That day, in typical Dorothy fashion, I decided not to be in a bad one. I lifted my spirits, put on a smile and went for the good.

Today I went over the edge. I’m in a downright dirty, mean, bad mood.

I’m wallowing in it. I refuse to give it up. Sometimes a bad mood is good for you. If nothing else, it helps you appreciate the good.

It’s not my fault I’m in a snit. It’s the rest of the world. It’s the cowboy drivers at the self-serve gas station and the pump that won’t stay on at that same station.

It’s the computer that I told to save my document and instead it ate it. When I tried to call the document up again, all I got was a blank screen. I would wish it indigestion but then I’d have to make it well and I haven’t passed computer 101 yet.

It’s the chair that attacked my toe. My poor toe was innocent. It was minding its own business

just passing by and whack.

The chair just reached out and hit it. Just for no reason except to make me holler. It worked.

It is the long distance phone bill that came yesterday. It is not the amount that ticks me off. That part is actually a pretty good bargain. It’s the fact that the entire thing is printed in Spanish. I mean the whole thing. I recognized an 800 number so I called it. You guessed it, the other end spoke only Spanish.

It wasn’t a real human. It was one of those machines. I knew it was telling me to press different numbers for different information.

I pressed them all. They all spoke Spanish. I didn’t.

I hung up and dug out an old phone bill. I found a number. I dialed it and it had a human on the other end. The human spoke English. Things were looking up. He said he would take care of everything.

The next bill would be in English. Then he told me he wasn’t even in California. He was in Florida.

I decided to go out for a coffee and to relax a bit.

When I opened the back door, the smell of skunk was in the air. The closer I got to my car, the more I realized what he/she had sprayed. I don’t know what he/she had against my little car but he/she really did a number on it.

When I climbed in, the interior was even worse than the exterior. He/she must have emptied its entire gland.

I decided to stay in a bad mood. l’m going to just wallow in it all day.

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September 16 - September 22, 2010

Exploring Hell’s Canyon

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BY WALLY HAGE

Not long ago my wife received a call from her niece, Penny and her husband Sly Pincher, who had just relocated from Cornville, Arizona to their new location in Missouri. My enthusiastic wife told them that we might possibly stop by and visit them during our planned vacation travels to beautiful Hell’s Canyon National Park in Idaho.

When it came time to plan our vacation itinerary I asked my live-in Tour Guide to tell me the address of her niece so that I could look up directions on Google. When she told me the name of the town I cracked up in disbelief.

Tightwad, Missouri, 64735.

Now that name of the town, Tightwad … should have been an absolute indicator that this vacation stop was not a good idea!

However, my Vacation Planner had reminded me that this was her “painfully thrifty” niece, so I gave in as I thought, this side trip idea might head off any possible return visits, by them, for a vacation stay at our house.

As the trip plan began to unfold additional unbelievable information was

slowly revealed about my wife’s niece, Penny Pincher and her husband Sly. It seems that they were able to purchase a bargain home in Tightwad, as it was a bank foreclosure described as a Fixer-Upper.

Her niece stated that since there was a surplus building materials location nearby their house the remodeling would be practically nothing. She said that the County Dump and Reclamation facilities located just across the dirt road in front of their house was loaded with old construction materials. She thought

This event was something I had been anxiously looking forward to!

It was well publicized, and the turnout appeared to be a good one. It certainly seemed to be the center attraction in Sierra Madre that day, the proverbial “talk of the town.” I really enjoyed the Police and Fire Departments’ Chili CookOff, and I discovered a new favorite pizza topping; but, in retrospect I truly wish the event had been held on some other day.

September 11th, Patriot Day and 9-11 Remembrance Day…the anniversary of our greatest national tragedy, is not the day for a crowd to be happily enjoying an afternoon of fun and festivities.

Yes, for those who

stayed for the entire afternoon, the event closed with patriotic songs and a tribute to our own great Pollice and Fire Departments.

Yet the City Fire Department’s annual 9-11 Memorial Service went virtually unattended that morning, and the Sierra Madre Individual Preparedness Project’s “Family Preparedness Festival” in Memorial Park could have benefitted more attendees. The focus of these two other events more closely honored and respected the memory of those who perished on 9-11.

Hopefully, future “Tastes of Sierra Madre” will show better taste when picking a date.

Bob Matheson Sierra Madsre

Re: Jack Scott Resigns California Chamber of Commerce

that Sly and I would have great fun, treasure hunting at the reclamation facility.

Oh, yeah… there is nothing I would rather do than to “Pluck Junk from the Dump”. But, insistently My Travel Planner assured me that a one-night stay at their new place would be

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Dear Editor: This reader wants to know what part of Chamber of Commerce Mr. Scott didn’t understand?

I’m happy that the California Chamber of Commerce finally grew a backbone and endorsed a pro-business candidate.

After all they’re suppose to be committed to making “California a better place to do business by giving private-sector employers a voice in state politics . . .”

Thus their endorsement of Whitman makes sense and Scott’s state-

ment ludicrous because as an educator and politician he should be well aware of the chamber’s goal. Of course, I’m sure he was just surprised that the California Chamber of Commerce would make such an announcement since so many local chambers show a distinct lack of a probusiness stance. Which is why I found the California Chamber’s endorsement a breath of fresh air.

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The Importance of Sleep

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orcing herself to climb out of bed at 7 a.m., 16-yearold Kristin McHugh prepared for a long day at Duxbury High School in Massachusetts. She brushed her teeth, gathered her notebooks and papers and ate breakfast, rushing to get to the bus stop before the 7:45 pick-up time. After arriving at school, she walked into her first period class, almost an hour later than the year before.

“I used to be really tired in the morning,” McHugh said. “After the time change, it was better, and I wasn’t as tired as before.”

During the 2009-2010 school year, Duxbury pushed back its start time from 7:30 a.m. to 8:20 to give McHugh and her classmates more sleep.

McHugh’s school is not the only one to delay its start time. Although experts and administrators across the country cannot pinpoint exactly how many schools are doing this, a dozen interviews with them have shown that many have recently proposed plans to start school days later to accommodate teenagers’ sleep patterns. Mary A. Carskadon, director of Sleep and Chronobiology

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at E.P. Bradley Hospital in Providence, R.I., said the numerous studies on adolescent sleep behavior is “getting attention on a federal level,” causing more schools to look at later start times.

School districts throughout the country have taken notice of these studies. The school committee at Sharon High School in Sharon, Mass., voted in May to change its start time from 7:25 a.m. to 8:05, and the Rockland Public Schools system in Rockland, Mass., is now proposing its schools delay their start times by 15 to 30 minutes.

Near San Francisco, the Sequoia Union High School District announced earlier this year that its high schools are switching their start time from 8 a.m. to 8:30.

“I am definitely excited for the later start time because I am not a morning person,” said Erin O’Loughlin, a junior at Carlmont High School in Belmont, Calif. “It will be a welcome change. Right now, first period is pretty much a joke until at least 8:30 when people start waking up.”

Matthew Zito, principal of Menlo-Atherton High School in the Sequoia Union district, said the school spent months educating students, parents and the Board of Education on the importance of sleep and its effects on teenagers.

“I can’t force students to sleep at a reasonable time,” Zito said. “But even if students don’t have sufficient time to sleep, at least they will be more alert in classes when we start later.”

Neighboring school district to Sequoia Union, New Haven Unified changed its start time to 8:40 a.m. in 2007 and saw the number of suspensions go down and the attendance go up by a half percent. Rick LaPlante, director of parent and community relations, said the district looked at the research on the effects of sleep on adolescents and “understood intuitively” that the high school needed to adjust.

“Other districts in northern California have contacted us about this,” LaPlante said. “The Fremont school district is considering this seriously.”

School board members in Fremont have looked into statistics regarding academic performance and attendance from other schools in the area to decide whether to push back its current 7:35 a.m. start time.

Results from one study on how sleep affects academic performance done at St. George’s School in Newport, R.I., published in July, showed dramatic changes when the start of the school day was delayed by half an hour. The nineweek study done in early 2009 showed a 30-percent decrease in first period absences and a 34-percent increase in students who report sleeping at least eight hours.

“Average high school students need nine hours of sleep,” said Patricia Moss, assistant head of academic affairs at St. George’s. “As a teenager, you sit in class just pinching yourself to stay awake and write that essay. With an extra half hour of sleep, students are better prepared to learn, can focus more and have better nutritional habits.” With more time to eat breakfast, students consumed double the amount of healthful food, including fruits, in the school’s dining halls, she said.

Judith Owens, who led the study, said teenagers have difficulty falling asleep before 11 p.m. and waking up before 8 a.m. because of normal shifts in circadian rhythms, the 24-hour biological clock.

“The evidence we have strongly suggests that delaying high school start times not only makes biological sense, but works,” Owens said. “This is being considered in many schools across the country, and we hope that our research will provide some impetus for other schools to consider this as well.”

However, some schools have found that the costs of starting later outweigh the benefits. Schools,

particularly public schools, have to consider how changing start times will impact busing, parental work schedules and after-school activities, such as sports and club meetings.

“Changing start times makes sense, but the practicality of it is so complex,” said Joel Shawn, superintendent of Arcadia Unified School District. “Think about after school activities and clubs at Arcadia. Anything you change would change everything else.”

Shawn said he cannot see Arcadia Unified changing its schedule anytime soon.

“What I would like to see is the ability to be more flexible with our schedules,” he said. “But we need money to do that, and we clearly do not have that.”

Justine Odier, a student at Duxbury in Massachusetts, said the time change was counterproductive.

“For students who play sports, that meant sports didn’t end until 7 or 8 at night, meaning many late nights doing homework,” the 16-year-old said. “So I got the same amount of sleep—if anything, a loss of sleep.” Besides impacting school schedules, a change in start time may also affect community businesses.

“My parents didn’t like it because they own four bakeries,” said Odier.

“They rely on high school students for afternoon shifts, and they had to change the whole schedule to accommodate them.” Though she recognizes the challenges schools and communities face with changing start times, Mary A. Carskadon of E.P. Bradley Hospital said more needs to be done.

“We know so much about sleep and circadian rhythms, but almost none of it has penetrated the school curriculum,” she said. “It’s like a reservoir of ignorance.” After a year of starting school at 8:20 a.m., McHugh said she is used to the later time. She said it was hard at first—especially after school, when she played field hockey and softball, but it has gotten better now that she has adjusted to later practices.

“I think that a later time can be good for many schools,” McHugh said, “because waking up later is much better than getting up at 6:15.”

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Inaugural Taste of Sierra Madre Hits Culinary and Musical High Notes

BY TERRY MILLER

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ell, once again Sierra Madre residents showed its collective benevolent personality by supporting the first annual Taste of Sierra Madre, spearheaded

by Sierra Madre’s man about town Tom Brady.

Kersting Court was closed off to traffic while locals had a chance to sample delicacies from area restaurants and culinary creations from many of Sierra Madre’s best young chefs, and those training to become the next Emeril Lagasse - Bam! For the admission price (which benefited cleft palate surgeries), Sierra Madreans had a chance not only to sample some remarkable food, see some excellent artwork from area students but also hear some of the most preeminent jazz around.

One of my favorites was undoubtedly jazz guitarist, Chris Standring who performed at Sierra Madre Elementary school September 11 for the special fundraiser concert. Standring’s sixth album was released in March, 2010.

Guitarist Standring and his

incredible band performed the complete album “Blue Bolero” which has been ac-

reason.

From the moment fellow Brit, Chris Standring

days in England on a farm and then between songs told the rather funny tale

professional.

Along with Chris’ band there came a terrific

Paul Brown, left and Michael Lington on sax lit up the stage trading incredible musical riffs during the The inauguaral Taste of Sierra Madre held last Saturday - Photos by Terry Miller claimed as a musical masterpiece for a darn good

picked up his stunning sunburst Fender Stratocaster, I knew the forty or so the audiences were in for a fantastic treat.

Why more people didn’t venture up to the Elementary School probably was logistical, but they certainly missed a terrific afternoon of musical talent and humor. In addition to the ticket sales, I was informed that many CDs were sold to which Standring donated half of the proceeds to the Cleft Palate surgeries.

Standring recalled his

of the purchase of his first car in America. Music and humor seem to go hand in hand and Standring is exceptionally adept at both.

Perhaps it was because I hail from the same part of the world, but I thought this chap was bloody funny as well as an immensely talented musician.

Comparatively, I noted some similarities to another of my favorite guitar players, Larry Carlton, in some numbers. The confidence and expressive style Standring exuded was clearly from a seasoned

string quartet. The entire band was extremely tight and genuinely remarkable in every sense of the word.

Standring has become a fixture on the contemporary jazz touring scene, performing solo dates and attractions such as the popular Guitars and Saxes.

Standring stays busy with touring and recording new music and he’s known for his spirit of giving back to fellow musicians. With this in mind, he founded A&R Online (AandRonline.com), a place for aspiring musicians to get their

music heard and to learn about the industry.

After Chris’ set there was a slight change of pace with Grammy winning guitarist Paul Brown playing with an expressive MB Gordy, former Doobie Brothers’ drummer and great bass player. The band really got moving quickly especially when Michael Lington lit up the stage with his alto sax.

Lington, originally from Denmark, defines the contemporary jazz experience. Since the late 90s, he has scored numerous hits while seducing fans with passionate performances that turn the sax into a celebration of love and life.

Lington -- who became a US citizen in March 2008, 18 years after emigrating from Denmark.

Brown and Lington exchanged riffs flawlessly with the backing of one of the best rhythm sections I’ve heard live for a long while.

In addition to these musicians who performed at the Elementary School other musicians graced Kersting Court earlier in the day and treated food lovers to a veritable plethora of contemporary jazz.

Mr. Tom Brady and talented and faithful crew of volunteers did an outstanding job in the preparation and implementation of combining music and food to help children with who were born with cleft palates smile again.

Like the two young essay winners said while reciting their eloquent writings prior to Chris Standring’s performance, there’s “nothing like the smile of a child.”

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La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad

BY GREG ARAGON There is something about trickling fountains, shady courtyards and Spanish mission-styled architecture that put me in relaxation mode. Combine these features with a host of other first-class resort amenities and I’m ready for a memorable getaway.

Such was the case last week when a friend and I snuck away to La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad.

The getaway began Thursday when we checked into a beautiful room above a peaceful garden alcove. The suite was highlighted by a large flatscreen TV, comfortable king bed, waterfall shower, stocked mini-bar, free Internet and a big window overlooking a Jacuzzi, trees and a few lazy hammocks.

After relaxing in the

room, we explored the resort, which is nestled on 400 lush garden acres near the beach. Originally created in the 1960’s as an exclusive playground for the pro athletes and celebrities, La Costa is now a hidden village with 610 spacious guestrooms and everything to keep a family busy or relaxed for an entire weekend – or longer.

The first stop on our tour was the Lobby Lounge, where we sipped martinis and watched peo-

sq-ft of indoor and outdoor soothing space, with Spanish Colonial architecture and feng shui feeling.

Besides all the latest treatments from around the world, the spa features 42 treatments rooms, a Yamaguchi Salon, a café and boutique.

We then strolled through a few shops with hip clothing and beautiful jewelry as we made our way to Splash Landing, the resort’s water park for kids and families. The area

ple play on the resort’s two PGA championship 18-hole golf courses. Designed by legendary golf architect Dick Wilson, the courses have a 40-year history of hosting top-notch PGA Tour events.

Our next stop was the Spa at La Costa. Here we found more than 40,000

boasts a sandy beach pool for toddlers, a large pool for adults, Jacuzzi, private cabanas, a pool café and wireless Internet. Since it was a nice 80-degree summer day, we brought along our swimsuits and hit the water.

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And when the time came we walked a across the garden alcove, through the village square and found Legends Bistro. Offering indoor and outdoor seating, the modern chic restaurant features an array of familiar favorites, uniquely recreated by chef Robert Gaffney.

For dinner we began with crab and shrimp cakes with lemon caper aioli; Peking Duck Egg Rolls with blueberry dipping sauce; and crispy calamari with tomato basil sauce & chipotle aioli.

For the main course I had an incredible penne pasta dish with sautéed rock shrimp, Manila clams, oregano, basil, spinach, roasted tomatoes and mascarpone cheese. My friend went with a delectable 8-oz filet of beef with vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes.

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Continued from page 3 kinda cozy.

Our arrival in Tightwad City, with a population of 50 people, was shocking. But our arrival at the Penny Pincher Estate was totally unbelievable.

Their house was formerly an abandoned Logging Shack. This mountain cabin might well be described as a fixer-upper that failed.

We were met with great enthusiasm by the couple as they apologetically announced that the Power Company had informed them that their electricity would be off for several days due to the Tornado windstorm that occurred the night before.

That it would be necessary for all of us to stay at the local “Motel Sixty”. I was momentarily encouraged by the situation once I had seen their house …

until we arrived at the Last Chance Motel & Benny’s Beanery Shack. The Motel might well have been named Daze Inn, as it was a converted Army Barracks. The attached building, Benny’s Beanery was the former Mess Hall and by all indications, it was a more appropriate name for Benny’s eatery.

Well it is needless to say that our overnight vacation stop cost and visit with Sly & Penny was truly memorable. At that point of our vacation I carefully explained to my Personal Travel Guide that there was no need for us to continue our travels on to Hell’s Canyon … as our stopover in “Tightwad” made me feel as though we had already been to Hell’s Canyon!

Workshop on Tap for Pasadena Residents Regarding Compost Bins Sept 25 A workshop for Pasadena residents on making the most of compost bins will be offered Saturday, Sept. 25, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Eaton Canyon Nature Center, 1750 N. Altadena Dr. in Pasadena.

Sponsored by the Pasadena Public Works Department, the free workshop will teach residents how to help decrease landfill waste while generating rich soil for their gardens.

Topics include bin assembly, placement, start-up and material collection.

Residents also will be able to purchase high-quality backyard composting bins for $50. Reservations are not necessary for the workshop or bin purchases.

Household compostable materials, including food scraps and yard trimmings, make up 23 percent of the nation’s waste stream according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

“Composting slowly and naturally decomposes such items as banana peels and coffee grounds into dark, healthy soil,” said Gabriel Silva, the city’s recycling coordinator. “Using your compost can negate the need for chemical fertilizers, provide valuable nutrients for plant growth, and help combat pests and plant diseases.”

For more information or to purchase a compost bin call (626) 744-7175.

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Continued from page 1 payroll Green said.

Ben Green, the Pasadena Red Cross CEO, will oversee the changes but the offices are still open and all facilities running as planned.

Ben Green said “We are committed to the Arcadia Chapter of the Red Cross and there will be no disruption in services.”

He added that while some long term employees have been laid off he is a bit concerned that the workload might be a little heavy for those remaining but assured The Weekly that despite a smaller staff, there would be no changes. “It’s a board driven organization” said Green of the Red Cross. The Arcadia Chap-

ter has 8 board members and the Pasadena Chapter has 20 board members.

Green said he’d like to see Arcadia’s Board get to that 20 Board Member figure soon.

The approach of downsizing has become the strategy at many businesses and Red Cross chapters nationwide. Green said a large percentage of Red Cross workers are volunteers. The San Gabriel PomonaValley chapter has reduced its staff from 34 to 11 paid employees Green said.

While CEO Ben Green said there will be no service cuts, the staff cuts have significantly impacted the Arcadia Chapter op-

posite Methodist Hospital.

However, with the volunteer spirit in Arcadia, officials are confident the transition will be smooth, In the meantime, here is the relevant info you may need should you want to contact the Red Cross: American Red Cross Arcadia Chapter - 376 West Huntington Drive Arcadia, CA 91007. Telephone 626 447 2193 - Fax 626 445 4147 Hours Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Community Class Registration 1 800 627 7000 Workplace training – Sales Team 310 445 2688 Authorized Providers/ Instructors 626 447 2193 Retail 626 447 2193

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World-renowned certified wine educator Yvonne Rich, CWE will lead dinner guests through an elegant four-course dinner and wine pairing, while sharing anecdotes from her personal career and

world travels as a wine educator. A highlight of the evening is her traditional sabrage with select audience members that always brings cheers.

This fundraiser is the most popular evening all year because it is a unique and entertaining event at which to host clients or friends, while helping out a worthy volunteer organization – Leadership Pasadena,” said Martha Gonzales, Women’s City Club event chair.

Evening highlights will also include a private art exhibit of California Art Club members Julie Synder, Laura Wambsgams

and Karen Winters, as well as a Silent Auction and Event Raffle for a “Night Out in Old Town Pasadena” package valued at $150.

Leadership Pasadena, established in 1997, is a local non-profit organization that helps emerging and accomplished local leaders reach their full leadership potential through an eightmonth community leadership training program.

More than 200 participants have graduated and play key roles in the city’s government, business, education, legal and technology sectors among others.

International Day of Peace Interfaith Service The Santa Anita Church and The Arcadia Interfaith Action Group, will present an “International Day of Peace Interfaith Service” - A celebration and observance of peace on September 21, 2010 at 7:00PM. With the objective of raising public awareness of the International Day of Peace, established by the United Nations, and to commem-

orate and strengthen the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and peoples, this observance seeks to achieve the broadest possible awareness and observance of this day in our community. Let us all share the vision established by the United Nations’ resolution for an International Day of Peace: “Building peace one day at a time” Our gathering of faiths will

celebrate this observance with music, prayers and other peace- building activities from several faith traditions.Child care will be available. For more information contact The Santa Anita Church at (626)4468206 located at 226 West Colorado Blvd. Arcadia or visit our website www. santaanitachurch.org

Dr. Clarizio has been in practice in the area since December 1987, having started in Temple City with Dr. Jack Baker, then moving to Arcadia where he shared space with Dr. Albert Peters. Dr. Clarizio has fond memories of working with Bert. He has great admiration for Bert and learned a lot from him. Dr. Clarizio then took over Dr. Ray Adamcik’s practice before moving in 1998 to his present office location at 1505 South Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia.

Realizing that he saw close to 100,000 patients in his office over his 23 years in practice, Dr. Clarizio decided a celebration was in order to show his appreciation to his patients and demonstrate how much he values their trust. On September 3rd, 2010, Henrietta Stevens who has been a patient since 2006 was delighted to be Dr. Clarizio’s 100,000th office patient visit and the winner of a flat screen television. The festive decorations and chart let everyone know the day the winner would arrive was impending. When Henrietta arrived for her appointment her daughter mentioned the prize and Henrietta said, “I never win anything.” Well Henrietta was quite surprised when she was greeted with a spray of confetti and horns. Snacks and deserts were served through out the day, and of course it was highlighted with Henrietta winning the TV. She was so excited, it was a great moment.

Seeing how excited Henrietta was, Dr. Clarizio is planning to celebrate the holidays with his patients with other raffles and prizes.

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Chef Diaz’s Delicious & Decadent Delicacies Delight Diners at Cameron’s

Couscous Festival will Bring North Africa to Pasadena October 16 Seminars with Paula Wolfert, Clifford Wright, Charles Perry, and Faye Levy

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he First Couscous Festival will debut in Pasadena, CA on October 16 and 17 th at the Chefs Center of California.

The First Couscous Festival, a production of Ecole de Cuisine Pasadena (ECP), is a celebratory and educational event designed to educate and inform gourmets and professionals about North African and Mediterranean cuisines.

“North African cuisine is food based on exploration and discovery,” said Chef Farid Zadi, co-founder of the Couscous Festival.

“The spices, the aromas, and the ancient techniques behind it are the basis for lively and imaginative cooking.”

Special guest speakers include clay pot cooking and Mediterranean and North African food expert

Paula Wolfert, Clifford Wright, author of Little

Foods of the Mediterranean and A Mediterranean Feast, Charles Perry, and Faye Levy, author of the International Jewish Cookbook. A full schedule of lectures and demonstrations can be found at couscousfestival.com.

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vance at couscousfestival. com. A $20 ticket includes $15 in food coupons for sampling multiple tagines, Algerian pastries and pizza, Spanish escabeches, Turkish coffee, and of course couscous in its myriad forms. In addition, many unique regional spices, condiments, and hard to find preserved foods will be available for sale. A full food and vendor list can be found at couscousfestival.com.

The Couscous Festival is an Ecole de Cuisine Pasadena production, instigated to raise awareness and admiration of the glorious flavors and techniques in North African cuisine. For more information about Ecole de Cuisine Pasadena, the Couscous Festival, or the Chefs Center of California, send an e-mail to info@ecolecuisine.com.

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hadn’t been to Cameron’s Seafood in Pasadena in a while.

When I learned that Executive Chef Luis Diaz was regularly coming up with new menu items, my editor and I thought it high time we get back over there and taste some of them!

Our server was 13 year Cameron’s veteran, Susannah. She cheerily brought us nine items, starting with Mango Shrimp Ceviche, Prawns in Barbecue But-

Jumbo Prawns in BBQ Butter. There is a garlic alert on this dish, which is a plus for me. Think of it as scampi with some nice twists. The sauce is a little tangy, and leaves a nice coating on the prawns, so you get the flavor without drizzling butter all over your lap. I could have made a whole meal out of these!

Second favorite: Dungeness Crab Cakes with Aioli sauce. One of my co-diners said they could use a little more Cajun spice. I can

flavor, looked and tasted very rich. I would probably look past on the menu, but am glad I had the chance to try it.

The Grilled Whitefish was a thick, meaty fillet, topped with barbecue butter, served over ratatouille.

I found myself digging in to try to get some of everything in on each bite. As expected for Cameron’s, the fish was perfectly cooked, fresh as can be, and satisfying.

The Top Sirloin was terrific. The Jack Daniels Pep-

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agree, but didn’t think anything was lacking until he mentioned it. They were savory, meaty, and seared crispy.

The Halibut Tacos (aka Cameron’s Fish Tacos) were surprisingly light and tasty. Plenty of big chunks of Northern Halibut, and topped with cheddar cheese—which I didn’t expect to pair up, but it worked.

For entrees we had Shrimp and Bay Scallops in a garlic crème sauce over Fettuccine, Grilled Canadian Whitefish, and Top Sirloin ( baseball cut ) Steak with Jack Daniels Peppercorn Sauce.

The Shrimp and Scallop Fettuccine had a lot of

percorn Sauce didn’t overpower the steak. You go to Cameron’s for fish, but if your party has a non-seafood person, they will be pleased with the beef.

They forced upon us a Fresh-Made Peach Cobbler, and coffee (from Caffe D’Amore—gourmet roasters here in Monrovia). The cobbler, topped with vanilla ice cream, was delicious, and enough for the three of us to split.

Chef Diaz was friendly but coy when questioned.

“My recipes are in my head, I don’t write anything down,” he grinned. He wasn’t giving anything away, but he does clearly love his job.

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The Ceviche, portioned onto individual tortilla rounds, was overflowing with shrimp. The mango added a touch of sweetness, and allowed the flavor of the shrimp to come through.

Make sure you’re wearing your napkin.

Popcorn Shrimp, batter-fried and plentiful, was served with a choice of jalapeno dipping sauce, tartar, and cocktail sauce. They were crunchy, hot (as well as just a little spicy—with or without the hot sauce) and delicious.

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The audience will see and hear his fireside chats; his controversial packing of the Supreme Court; his personal life with Eleanor and his discreet affair with Lucy Mercer; his courage to break the Neutrality Act; his manipulation of Congress; the Pearl Harbor contro-

versy and the benevolent dictatorship he called the presidency from 1933-44, which made him the first man in history to be elected to four terms.

Tony and Emmy Award-winner Leslie Uggams returns to the Playhouse stage in UPTOWN

DOWNTOWN. This show runs November 16 – December 12 with the official press opening on Friday, November 19, in association with The Kelvin-Pratt Corp.

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Monrovian Sentenced to Two Life Terms in Gruesome Murder of Elderly Couple Continued from page 1 stabbing deaths of Clark Shaum, 78 and his wife Bernice, 70 occurred in 2003.

Prosecutors had originally asked for the death penalty in the case, but the jury which convicted Valenzuela, who is now 38, in July of this year, recommended life without parole on August 1 instead. In California if a jury recommends the more lenient verdict, the judge is barred from imposing the death penalty.

Valenzuela broke into the home of the elderly couple whom he had known since his childhood.

He and an accomplice, his then-girlfriend Shawna Robles, were said to be high on meth amphetamines and alcohol according to testimony in the trial. Valenzuela was said to have broken into the house looking for money as Robles needed approximately $200 to get her belongings out of a storage facility. .

In breaking into the couple’s bedroom Valenzuela woke Bernice Shaum and stabbed her approximately 40 times. He then went into the hallway of the home where he encountered Clark Shaum and stabbed him 113 times. The couple fled the crime scene with only a checkbook and some loose change.

Robles was tried separately in 2008 and was convicted of first degree murder.

Judge Ito’s clerk, Cathy Mires, described the testimony at the Valenzuela trial and the photographs of the victims presented in evidence as “gruesome.” She said she had no idea how the victims’ two daughters had been able to stand the testimony. “They were here everyday of the trial,” she said. Mires also noted that one daughter told her that she wore her mother’s wedding ring each day of

the trial for strength.

At the sentencing hearing which was held in late July, one of those daughters, Susan Fisher made an impact statement to the jury saying that her family would be “happy that he will never get out of prison,” but added that “we will never forgive him.”

Valenzuela never denied committing the murders, but his attorney argued that he had been high on meth amphetamines as the time of the crime and that he had not slept for several days. The attorney, Michael Adelson made the argument in order to avoid the death penalty. Adelson was quoted as saying that he had repeatedly offered to have his client plead guilty if he was promised a life sentence rather than the death penalty, but that the District Attorney’s office would not accept the plea.

Pasadena’s 2nd Annual Wine Festival on Tap October 9 The 2nd Annual Pasadena Wine Festival takes place October 9, 2010 at the Los Angeles Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Arcadia. The hours are from 2:00pm to 10:00pm.

Wine tasting featuring over 125 wines from Napa Valley, Sonoma, Santa Barbara, Paso Robles, Spain, Chile, Argentina, France, Italy, New Zealand

and Australia.

There will be food from LA’s top gourmet food trucks such as the Border Grill, Sprinkles Cupcakes, Worldfare Bustaurant, Dosa, Crepe’n Around, and the infamous Grilled Cheese Truck.

Byron Miller, José Espinosa and the Umbalaye Band and the Ryan Cross Experience will be playing.

Try your hand at hula hoop, throw around the Frisbee or watch the magic of the enormous hot air balloon as it lights up the sky. The Pasadena Wine Festival is a fun time for all..

Most recently the Arboretum was home to the phenomenal redwhite+bluezz Pasadena Jazz Fest.

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Pasadena alumnae members of Kappa Alpha Theta, their families and friends enjoyed an evening in August at the Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens, in San Marino. The setting for the group’s summer party was the exclusive use of the Conservatory, the Children’’ Garden and the lawn area in between.

Gourmet box suppers were provided and a disc jockey added to the party atmosphere. Games for the children included relay races and teams wrapping one of their own with rolls of paper to create a mummy.

The award winning Pasadena Alumnae Chapter, established in 1925, was acknowledged at Theta’s national convention in June for its programming, scholarship support to an undergraduate or graduate member of the fraternity and its work with Court

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Members of the Pasadena Alumnae Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta held their summer party at the Huntington Library Children’s Garden and Conservatory area. The family picnic event attracted nearly 100 people.

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Rosemary Morabito to Lead Sierra Madre Woman's Club Sierra Madre Woman’s Club welcomed Rosemary Morabito as its new president for 20102011. She was installed at the club’s May installation meeting by Phyllis Bugh, the club’s President Emeritus. Officers also installed were Janet Ten Eyck, Elma Flores, Anne Montgomery, Eleanor Hensel, Beverly Clifton, Alma Mays.

Board directors installed were Mary Carney, Phyllis Chapman, Karlene Englert and Betty Mackie.

Morabito has been Ways and Means chair and ran The Wistaria Thrift, located at the rear of the clubhouse. She is a second

generation member. Her mother, Genevieve Stubbs, is very active in the club.’

Ten Eyck is the retiring president after serving two terms. These were banner years and she was praised for her leadership. Twenty thousand five hundred dollars was given away this past year to a long list of worthy causes.

The club’s annual Membership Tea, Wednesday, September 22, 1 p.m., is open to any woman in the area interested in learning more about the group.

The event will be held at the club’s historic Essick House, 550 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.

Lucky Baldwin Lives Again, Sept. 16 The Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum invites the public, beginning at noon, to the “Lucky Baldwin Lives Again” program on September 16 by Sandy Snider, local author and former curator of the Los Angeles County Arboretum.

Please Send Your Social announcements and Invitations to Floretta Lauber at:

Bring your lunch, kick back and enjoy listening to the guest speaker on the outdoor patio, 380 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia.

For more information, call (626) 574-5440 or visit museum.ci.arcadia.ca.us on the Web.

President of the chapter is Arcadia resident Kristin Bennett. Chair for the event was Janet Peters of Sierra Madre. Committee members included Eliza-

beth Gavigan and Wendy Taylor of Pasadena, San Marino residents Barbara MacIntosh and Helen Franke, and Grace Cashion from Arcadia.

Half Priced Book Sale Sept. 27-Oct. 2 It’s the time of the year for that fantastic Friends Book Store/Half Price Sale.

Come early and come often during the week of September 27-October 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Saturday, to enjoy bargain prices on all books – novels, mysteries, biographies, cookbooks, history and more – records, videos, DVDs, sheet music, the ever intriguing ephemera. This is a great way to save money, stock up on your reading choices and help support the library.

Shelves will be restocked frequently from the large inventory. Visit daily during this once a year sale event.

This truly is a sale worth your time and money.

The Friends Book Store is just inside the main entrance to the Arcadia Library, 20 W. Duarte Rd. “Kid’s Night Out – A Bonanza for Mom and Dad, Friday, Sept. 17, 6-11 p.m.”

Recreation staff and volunteers will offer themed games, a movie, delicious dinner and supervision so mom and dad can have a night on the town or a quiet evening at home. Children must be at least four years of age to attend. All activi-

ties will be geared toward elementary school children, anyone younger must be potty trained.

Cost is $15 per child and also includes snacks and beverages. Registration for Kid’s Night Out can be done by fax, (626) 8214370, or by coming into the Recreation office.

For more information, call (626) 574-5113.

The amazing Kathleen Ellison will be honored at this year’s Crystal Ball, October 16th, starring the Beach Boys. A philanthropist, Ellison has served on the board of directors of Methodist Hospital Foundation since 1999.

Co-chairs of the 21st annual Crystal Ball benefiting Methodist Hospital Cardiac Care, are Christine Antonovich, the first lady of our district and wife of Supervisor Michael Antonovich.

She is also co-chair of the Chinese Film Festival. Richard Sun, DDS, is a San Marino council member and was the grand sponsor in 2007.

Six of the 29 members of Temple City Kiwanis are (l-r) Ron Dorazio, Barbara Dorazio, Barbara Gera, John Gera, Judy and Mike Lepore, joined in the great time had at their president’s home August 29th.

Steve and Lisa Montesantis hosted a delicious tri tip BBQ with all the trimmings plus margaritas.

What more could you want?

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Taste of Arcadia Dining and dancing under the stars at the LA County Arboretum, featuring over 30 of the region’s top restaurants in an elegant and unique setting with the sounds of live music by “Cold Duck.”

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Annual Taste of Arcadia this Monday, September 20 Continued from page 1 the meeting of the minds; it’s a veritable who’s who of Arcadia every September at the Taste of Arcadia.

Some say the Martinis have a special drawing power all their own. However, more than a few people have mentioned to me that their favorite part of the event is the scantily clad Brazilian dancers’ performance which has almost become synonymous with Taste of Arcadia. The traditional dancers, complete with colorful outfits dance to hypnotic rhythms and engage the audience in teaching the art of that form of dance.

Taste of Arcadia has become one of Arcadia’s more popular events of the year. Boasting an expanded layout design, even more opulent culinary offerings from area culinary experts will ensure this year’s event will be memorable.

The live entertainment, dancing under the stars at the LA County Arboretum has become the happening of the year for so many that the event organizers had to

Photo by Terry Miller expand the area this year

to accommodate the ever-

growing demand.

We’re glad to report that one of the charitable recipients of event, The Arcadia Red Cross, is not closing as was reported on a local website recently. In fact they are reorganizing and have an interim CEO from Pasadena taking over the world renowned Red Cross reins and will be on hand at the event. The event also benefits The Foothill Unity Center and the Arboretum Foundation.

Cold Duck is the featured live band at the event on Monday and just to whet your appetite: Nicki C’s will be serving their famous Shrimp Tacos… or how about Chocolate Bread Pudding from the Derby? Okay for you meat lovers, what about good ole Matt Denny’s Pulled Pork?

I hear it is quite startling.

Are you hungry yet?

Well, you won’t leave the Arboretum hungry next Monday evening, that is certain. With over 30 top food establishments to sample, there’s bound to be at least one item that you’ll need to sample at

least twice!

Westfield Santa Anita is a sponsor as is Arcadia Weekly and Beacon Media.

“Taste of Arcadia has grown to be a true Signature Event for Arcadia and a not to be missed evening” Bob Harbicht – past Arcadia Mayor, Councilman and Arcadia resident.

What’s different this Year? Lots, including the new Roost : where the Martini Bar will be located and world famous Perfect Mix drinks will be sampled. The Wine of the month club; Wine warehouse; Wine Detective; San Antonio Winery and Stone Brewing for those who prefer a cold beer on a hot September evening will all be serving their finest offerings for this once a year benefit.

Tickets are $45 or $55 at the door. Call (626) 4472159 or visit www.tatsteofarcadia.com and don’t forget to check out the map of all the vendors on page 11, if you haven’t already.

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Monrovia High's New Athletic Field will be Dedicated Friday Night Before Football Game

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Assemblymember Portantino Announces $2 Million Loan for Monrovia's Soliant Energy Assemblymember Anthony Portantino (D- La Cañada Flintridge) announced today the approval of a $2,089,711 loan to Soliant Energy, Inc, a solar panel manufacturer headquartered in Monrovia.

The low-interest loan is part of the state’s Clean Energy Business Financing Program (CEBFP) that is providing some $30million in federal stimulus money to eligible businesses that create or retain clean manufacturing jobs in California.

“Because of the tight economy, California is providing the loans to local green manufacturers unable to get loans from traditional lenders or banks,” explained Assemblymember Portanti-

no. “The program supports our state’s plan to become a center for renewable energy and green manufacturing and helps to put Californians back to work.”

Monrovia-based Soliant Energy will use the loan to help purchase equipment for its solar photovoltaic system factory in San Bernardino. The total cost of the expansion project is nearly $9 million; the loan covers $2 million and Soliant will cover the rest. The factory is expected to be completed as early as October 2011. It is estimated that the new production facility will create or retain 118 full-time jobs and will offset more than 23,000 tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) per year.

The Clean Energy Business Financing Program is administered by the California Energy Commission and makes low-interest loans to companies producing energy efficient or renewable energy products and technologies.

Soliant’s loan is one of three approved this week by the Energy Commission that total $10.5 million for California-based manufacturers of solar products. They will begin repaying their loans once their new manufacturing equipment is installed.

For more information about the Energy Commission’s Clean Energy Business Financing Program, go to: www.energy.ca.gov/recovery/cleanenergy.html

1301 Diamond Avenue South Pasadena, CA Offered at $1,098,000

Built in 1927, this Spanish Revival home is 2,733 sq.ft on a 7,536 sq.ft. lot and located in the desirable South Pasadena school district. There are 4 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms. The is a terraced back yard with a grassy area and a cement pad that is “hot-tubready” with water and electrical. The front yard is expansive with picturesque Deodar and Palm trees. This home has been lovingly upgraded with copper plumbing, electrical, rebuilt chimney, reinforced foundation. It also includes French doors and windows, wood floor, central air and heat and new interior paint. Will you be the proud new owner? For more pictures and information please go to www.1301Diamond.com

3735 E. Sierra Madre Blvd, Pasadena, CA Offered at $725,000

Situated in Upper Hastings Ranch, this home is conveniently located to shopping, freeways and schools.

This 1951 well-maintained home offers an open and spacious floor plan. Additional features include: formal entry, large living room with fireplace, sliding doors open to a tiled patio, grand family room with high ceilings & recessed lighting, adjacent to an updated kitchen, updated bathrooms, central air and heat, newer windows and roof.

There is a mountain view from the back yard. For more information go to www.3735SierraMadre.com

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going to designate a portion of the home team bleachers for our visitors,” Johnson said. If additional seats are needed, the overflow will use the visitors’ bleachers.

According to Jackson, they hope the corrected bleachers will be available for installation soon, perhaps when the new track is installed.

The other projects funded by the bond measure are also nearing completion.

Johnson said he hoped that the science building would be ready for use by the second semester which begins in January, and that the Performing Arts Center will be ready for the holiday season.

This lovely Highland Oaks home has expansive views and is located in the award winning Arcadia School District. Sitting inside or outside of this home, you will enjoy mountain and city light views. There is a wraparound deck and a lot size of 40,510 square feet.

There is the possibility of building a guest house on the property. The kitchen has been professionally upgraded.

The house is 2,428 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. A must see!

607 Hacienda Drive Monrovia, CA 91016 Offered at $575,000

Imagine the possibilities! This property is located on a quiet street and is behind a gated driveway and has some deferred maintenance. There is a detached 2 car garage, a guest house with kitchen, bath and pool. The square footage of the house is 1,369 square feet on a 14,985 sq. ft. lot. It was built in 1944. There is central air and forced air heating. This is a short sale, subject to lender’s approval.

14 El Dorado Street, Unit 10 Arcadia, CA Offered at $438,000

This lovely townhouse is conveniently located near the Santa Anita Shopping Mall, Race Track, Golf Course and the LA Country Park which includes tennis courts and ball fields. Situated in the award winning Arcadia school district, it is just 2 blocks from First Avenue Middle School, 4 blocks from Arcadia High School and a short distance to Holly Elementary School. Association fees are only $150. The townhome is 1330 square feet and has 3 bedroom and 2.5 bathrooms. There is a 1-car attached, direct access garage with washer/dryer hookups. For more information & picturesto to: www.14eldorado.com

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new drainage system has been installed under the field to aid in water run off.

The field is permanently marked for football in white and for soccer in black.

While the field will be ready for the game this Friday, the entire project is not quite complete according the MHS principal Darvin Jackson. The new tract around the field has not yet been installed. According the Jackson, the wrong bleachers were manufactured and installed on the visitors’ side.

The manufacturer is fabricating the additional structural pieces necessary to elevate and widen these bleachers.

“For this game we are

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One of the latest projects completed at Monrovia High is the new artificial athletic field which will be dedicated at the football game between Monrovia and Arcadia on Friday evening - Photo by Terry Miller

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Located in the guard gated estate area of Whispering Pines is this incredible Tuscan Villa Estate which is better than new. This exquisitely detailed 6,525 sf home has 5 bedrooms (5 suites) & 6 bathrooms. Situated on over an acre lot, it offers incredible views of the mountains, valley and city lights. The highest quality workmanship & materials were used to construct this “one of a kind” estate home which includes a gourmet kitchen, elevator, wine cellar, his and hers offices, 4 car garage, infinity saltwater pool & spa, waterfalls & lush gardens. Visit www.367Monterey.com and www.367Montereypines.com for more photos and information.

kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m. that evening.

The field which will be used for both football and soccer was one of the many projects funded by the bond issue which voter approved in 2006. This measure provided funds for updating facilities at the high school including building a new gymnasium and science building, updating the auditorium and turning it into the Louise K. Taylor Performing Arts Center and improving other structures at the school.

The new turf on the field is water permeable which will allow rain water to soak through the turf. A

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725 Woodland Drive, Sierra Madre, CA Offered at $399,000

Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and close to the quaint village of downtown Sierra Madre, this home offers a country living lifestyle. The unique location allows you to forget the hustle and bustle of the big city, while just a short commute to downtown Los Angeles. Just minutes from your front door are hiking trails and Mary’s Market and Cafe! This cozy 1 bedroom 1 bath home is 837 sq. ft. on a 3,973 sq. ft. lot. There is a relaxing front porch, stone fireplace in the living room, walk-in closet in the large bedroom, and parking for 4 cars (a real commodity in the canyon). This is the perfect canyon hide-away! For more information and pictures go to www.725Woodland.com.

523 Brookside Lane Sierra Madre, CA Offered at $350,000

This is a great starter home and has been tastefully renovated inside and out. It is a short walk to Mary’s Market as well as to scenic hiking trails. There is Pergo flooring, updated kitchen, remodeled master bathroom with a washer/dryer combination, central air and heat, two patio areas both with views and an easy to maintain rear yard with hot tub. Appliances are included. Good starter home. This is a short sale. 628 sq. ft. home, 1921 sq. ft. lot. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths.

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Monrovia Celebrates Latino Heritage Group.

Delgado Brothers (yes one is the husband of Rena) provided the entertainment while guests enjoyed along with a large art exhibit with approximately 16 local Latino artists Stories of their grandparents’ and parents’ lives in Monrovia from the 1890s to the 1950s from families included the Alegria, Espinosa, Garcia, Guardado, Hernandez, McKinn, Mejia, Olivas, O’Balles, and Romero families.

Photos Courtesy of Ralph Walker

Monrovia Historical Museum hosted a Latino Heritage Art Exhibition this past weekend. After the very successful Black History Event in February, plans began for a similar celebration heralding Latino roots to the community.

The exhibit included vintage photographs as well as contemporary artwork.

The celebration was produced by Jimmy O’Balles (who also organized the Black History event), Richard Valdez, a local artist, and Rena Delgado, a member of the Monrovia Historical Preservation

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Chris Shevlin to Receive Inaugural Cathy Hodgkin Humanitarian Award Award at SAFYMCA’s Red Envelope Gala Chris Shevlin has packed 42 years and more of service into his 23 years in Monrovia. Count 13 years on the Santa Anita Family YMCA Board of Directors, 17 years as a member and past president of the Kiwanis, 7 years on the board of the Volunteer Center, and 5 years as chairman of the Make A Difference Day and you have a man constantly in motion and genuinely committed to helping make Monrovia a better place to live.

For his selfless contributions to the community and particularly for his continuing dedication to the Santa Anita Family YMCA, The Y has chosen Shevlin to receive its first annual Cathy Hotchkin Humanitarian Award.

Established this year to honor the memory of longtime benefactor and supporter of the SAFYMCA, Cathy Hotchkin, the award will be presented to Shevlin at the SAFYMCA’s Red Envelope Gala and Chairman’s Roundtable dinner on Wednesday, Sept. 29 at Embassy Suites in Arcadia.

The event celebrates The Y’s commitment to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Cathy Hotchkin Humanitarian Award honors an outstanding community member who donates time and resources to charitable causes, plays an active role in their community, is a positive advocate for youth and families, and is connected to the Santa

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Anita Family YMCA. “Chris is a tireless advocate for kids in our community and works to ensure that all kids have the opportunity to develop to their full potential. Our community is a better place because of Chris’ philanthropy,” said SAFYMCA Executive Director, Damon Colaluca.

In addition to his many years of service on the SAFYMCA board, Shev-

lin, who was a high school and college basketball official for 35 years, donates his time to teach basketball referee clinics at The Y. He is also a strong supporter and volunteer with the SAFYMCA’s Youth Alliance program, a comprehensive personal development program that provides at-risk middle school and high school students with educational guidance, homework help, counseling, leadership training, and spiritual support. More than 100 community teens and their families participate in the program.

“This is a great place to live. I love it here. I want to do things to make this a better place. You get involved and one thing leads to another.

One of those things that led to another is responsible for a soon-tolaunch official Old Town Walk, an idea that evolved from Shevlin’s love of walking for exercise, which in turn began through his participation in the Y Partner exercise program.

“I thought, what if we had a walk that encouraged a healthy lifestyle and got more people into downtown and gave Kiwanis some recognition. The Old Town Walk will have markers for distance and recognition for Kiwanis on all of the posts. It will start at the fountain at Library Park and include all of downtown,” he said.

In 2007, Chris and his wife, Becky, a Monrovia City Council member, received the Iris Award as “Citizens of the Year,” from the Monrovia Chamber of Commerce.

“I expect to live the rest of my life in Monrovia and continue to participate in any way I can to make this a great place to live.

Whatever the future brings Monrovia will be a big part of it,” said Shevlin.

Tickets for the Red Envelope Gala where Shevlin will be honored with the Cathy Hotchkin Humanitarian Award, contact Cheryl Reynolds at the SAFYMCA at (626) 3599244.

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Obituary Notices James H. Noble 1924- 2010 James H. Noble passed away quietly at his San Clemente home on September 10, 2010.

The third son of Frederick and Suzanne Noble, Jim was born on March 5, 1924, in Manila, Philippine Islands, where he lived until leaving to attend Colgate University, New York, in 1941. His university studies were interrupted by his enlistment in the U.S. Army on October 24, 1942. Since both his father and eldest brother were prisoners of the Japanese, he had hoped to fight in the Pacific arena but instead was assigned to the European Theatre where he was one of only a handful of men from Troop A, 18th Cavalry Mechanized Reconnaissance Squadron who eluded death or capture at the commencement of the Battle of the Bulge. Following several weeks’ recuperation from gunshot wounds and frostbite, Jim was reassigned to duty where he continued fighting in the Belgian Ardennes. Shortly

after Germany’s surrender, Jim returned to the United States, was awarded the Purple Heart, and was honorably discharged from the military. On July 28, 1945, he married Anna

Mae Reidenbach, and over the next several years, finished his studies at Colgate University where he was affiliated with the Sigma Nu Fraternity. Jim, Anna Mae, and their young daughter, Kathleen, moved to California in 1949. In 1950 Jim and Anna Mae made their home in Arcadia where they raised their seven children and lived until re-

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locating to San Clemente in 1997. Jim served as a contracts’ administrator at Aerojet in Azusa, California, for 30 years.

As a young Boy Scout in Manila, Jim developed a life-long love of, and appreciation for, the natural world and frequently took his family on camping trips. A rugged individualist, he enjoyed solo motorcycle drives and camping trips around the country. He was especially proud of his month-long post-retirement jaunts to 49 of our 50 States, including up to and through Alaska.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, and is survived by his wife Anna Mae, daughters Kathleen, Mary, Julie and Linda; sons James, William, and Christopher; twelve grandchildren, three stepgrandchildren; two greatgranddaughters; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws. Jim will be missed by all of us whom he left behind

Dennis Dale Yelland died peacefully of natural causes in his apartment in Corvallis, OR on August 12, 2010.

Dennis was born to Bill and Mary Yelland in Pasadena, CA, on November 26th, 1944 and was the oldest of four children. He was active in high school athletics and stayed physically fit his whole life. He loved to be outdoors and was happiest with a fishing pole in his hands.

D e n n i s worked at several jobs during his lifetime. He was most fond of the years he spent working with troubled youth in the Sierra Madre mountains.

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years as a small contractor in Paradise, California.

When the housing market collapsed, Dennis moved north to Corvallis to be with his family.

He is survived by his mother Mary Yelland;

brother Bill Yelland; two sisters Anita Pickett and Sandi Dollar; two nephews, Waylon and JD Pickett; one niece Caitlin Dollar, his two children, Chad Prescott in California and Sierra Rhinehart and granddaughter Emily in Arizona; and his soul mate Fran Stabile in Paradise, California.

Dennis had great social skills and was loved my many.

He was one of the “graybeards” in the Clampers organization in Paradise.

When he moved back to Corvallis after twenty years, he picked up on friendships made before he left.

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purpose of this event is to recruit boys between the ages of 7 and 18 interesting in joining both Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts.

The BSA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness.For over a century, the BSA has helped build

educational activities and lifelong values with fun.

The Boy Scouts of America believes — and, through nearly a century of experience, knows — that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.For more information on this event please call the San Gabriel Valley Council at 626-351-8815.

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The Social Whirl

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The Great American B.B.Q. Arcadia Republicans, Inc., cordially invite you to The Great American BBQ on Saturday, September 25, 6 p.m., at the home of Mayor Peter and Jackie Amundson, 275 W. Longden Ave., Arcadia.

Delicious baby back ribs and baked beans by Master Chef Steve Johnson, along with salads, other assorted dishes, soft drinks, beer and wine.

Bring your bibs and enjoy

the ribs.

Invited guests include Congressman David Dreier, Senator bob Huff, Supervisor Mike Antonovich, Assemblyman Anthony Adams.

Candidates invited include John Colbert, 29th Congress District; Alvaro Day, 44th Assembly District; Tim Donnelly, 59th Assembly District; Carly Fiorina, U.S. Senate; Meg Whitman, Governor; Da-

mon Dune, Secretary of State; Steve Cooley, Attorney General, and Mark Isler, talk show host.

Ticket price is $25 per person or $30 at the door.

RSVP by September 20.

Make checks payable to Arcadia Republicans, Inc., 43C E Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91006.

For more information or reservations, call (626) 447-3534.

Celebrating in style, members of a birthday club formed many years ago when all were involved in the former Alpha Auxiliary, brought their gourmet luncheon to the honorary Dorothy Cunningham, seated. Standing (l-r) are Mary Hansen, Gail Wong, Floretta Lauber, Mickey Harbur, Ginnie Donohoe, and Helen Dahlstrom.

15th Annual Event - Duarte's Route 66 Parade this Saturday September 18

Marching bands, vintage cars, grand Marshal Jordan Romero and more than 1500 participants will line Route 66 Saturday for the annual parade on Huntington near Buenta Vista and will travel to Mount Olive at 10am. The one mile colorful parade.

Following the parade the City of Duarte will host the

53rd Anniversary Picnic and Route 66 Vintage Car Show at Royal Oaks Park.

There will be a live band and a classic car show toipping off the activities Joprdan Romero, who on May 22, 2010 at the age of 13 became the youngest person to climb to the summit of Mt. Everest, and who is just one mountain

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Medical Marijuana Dispensary Denied Conditional Use Permit in Unincorporated Arcadia Continued from page 1 sary at 4332 E. Live Oak Blvd. in an unincorporated area in Arcadia.

Leon San Blas made an emotional plea to the commissioners but they were not overwhelmed.

Commissioners said they were “disappointed” in San Blas’ presentation and that while some of the commission members favored medicinal use, they said San Blas did not meet the burden of proof for developing such a facility this location. After San Blas’ 15 minute testimony he received a warm round of applause from about 15 supporters.

It seemed obvious to Leon San Blas from the beginning of the meeting that the proposal would get rejected by the crushing testimony presented by concerned residents who live near the proposed site fearful of violence and drug use at the facility.

San Blas said he and his partner Bob Doolittle were very “disappointed but knew they were railroaded from the start of the meeting” and that there was little they could do to

allay the fears of his immediate neighbors.

There were over 45 speakers who had turned in requests to speak, the majority of which were vehemently against the

comparison to which, confused San Blas and many others in the audience.

The location would have been at a site of a car wash/gas station in county area between

lived through the 1960’s an could see the way “pot destroys lives.”

Meanwhile a handful of supporters held signs outside the meeting which read…” They’re Buds

to be. From the look on San Blas’ face, he knew the preponderance of the community was against his proposal.

There was a heavy sheriff’s deputy presence at the meeting due not only to the controversial nature of the proposal but also in reaction to the last MAD meeting where there were some angry outbursts against San Blas and his business partner, a former Monrovia volunteer Reserve police officer Bob Doolittle.

“I’m sorry to say this, but the community that is against me is closed-minded,” applicant Leon San Blas said.

At the beginning of the

tion 19 that aims to legalize marijuana.

In reaction to the decision, Leon San Blas said “ That was terrible…. the moment they don’t recommended a facility , I got screwed..They had made up minds already.

When Los Angeles County Commission staffer Philip Estes said ‘We don’t recommend approval of Mr. San Blas’ proposal’ it was clear where the meeting was going. We didn’t have a chance” San Blas added San Blas told the Beacon Media that he might appeal the decision. He has until Sept 27 to do so.

He has thus far spent over $40,000 on security When asked if he would

Leon San Blas is Sworn in by Commissioner Wayne Rew Monday

proposed facility. Thirty spoke, three in favor and twenty-seven opposed.

The Mayor of Duarte was one of those opposed to the planned facility and equated the controversy over the facility to the current mining problems Duarte is facing with an Azusa company , the

Monrovia and Arcadia.

One speaker held up an ariel photo allegedly showing the proximity of the proposed facility to homes where children are home schooled. One gentleman spoke of the “horrors and dangers” of marijuana and proclaimed himself an expert on the subject as he

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Leon San Blas, left, takes notes while residents prepare for their turn speaking to the commission regarding the proposed medical marijuana dispensary San Blas was hoping to open in an unicorporated area of Arcadia. Pictured next to San Blas is Maragaret Finley, Mayor of Duarte who equated the situation to that of the Vulcan Mining issue that Duarte has been facing in recent months. Meanwhile, supporters of the dispensary stood outside the hearing with signs proclaiming some the benefits of medical marijuana - Photos by Terry Miller

not Bombs”…”Leaf us Alone” and” Freedom Speech, Freedom of Medicine.”

The meeting was extrordinarily tame by comparison to the MAD meeting a few weeks earlier in which Blas was heckled. This time no signs were allowed inside the gym at Pamela Park where the commission heard testimony from enraged residents.

San Blas argued that he would run a clean and safe facility with armed security and ensure that patients wouldn’t smoke on the property. He assured commissioners that the facility would be purely medicinal and not what the majority of the public perceived it

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Dedicated to helping poets get their word out, literally, Schwam works with them in his home studio to record CDs of their work at an affordable price.

I think my mission is, “helping people’s dreams come true,” he says. “I know, that when I was a struggling poet, wanting my words and feelings to be heard, I wished there was someone who could understand my poetry, and what I was trying to say with it, without judgment.

And then, help me take my poetry to the next level, by making it available to the world in a format that everyone could experience.”

According to Schwam today’s digital world and the internet have made this possible.

In the 1970s he began writing poetry “profusely, volumes and volumes.”

But he stopped writing poetry in the early part of this century and began concentrating more on doing sound effects for theaters, as well as recording his own music. He recalls, “I have been working with sound and old fashioned tape recorders ever since I was a young child.”

The more work Schwam did in the sound world the more proficient at recording techniques he became.

“Several years ago I decided to record a group of poets I knew, just for the experience of doing it.

They met on a weekly basis and I thought it would be fun to record them. Their poems, though interesting enough, seemed a little redundant one after the other on a CD. So I thought I would try and enhance them a little, adding sound effects and music, altering their voices, etc. to fit the poem. I understood what they were trying to say as poets, because I was one.

“Add to that, my recording and producing talents, and I made what was a very unique CD: 12 different poets with each of their poems customized to make a nicely framed sound. All the poets loved

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They named the CD “Perkins Ave. Poets” and put it up for sale on Amazon.com.

“I give poets their little edge of fame, by making their poetry CDs available world wide for purchase or download.”

After the group of Pekins Ave. poets was recorded Patrick Jeffries approached Schwam and asked if he would record him and make his dream of his own poetry CD come true. “He and I worked together for many, many hours, recording dozens of poems. The finished product, ‘Everything’s on Fire’

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“Above all, B. Schwam is broad, wise and experienced in creating a unity of work from gathering any number of poems. I highly recommend his services, in the exploration of any artist . . . in the context of their poetic journey.”

Northern California poet Anita Holzberg came down to Sierra Madre specifically to record her CD, “Enter In.” “Barry is a great producer,” she enthuses. “He has the ability to modulate the sound, add an interesting mix of music to enhance the poetry, and is open to suggestions and changes. I flew down from Sunnyvale (Silicon Valley) to work with Barry, as he was highly recommended.

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POLICE BLOTTERS Arcadia PD

For the period of Sunday, September 5, through Saturday, September 11, the Police Department responded to 906 calls for service of which 104 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of the major incidents handled by the Department during this period.

Sunday, September 5: A traffic collision occurred at Santa Anita and Colorado around 9:26 a.m.

A 33-year-old unlicensed female driver ran a red light and struck another car in the intersection. The male driver in the other vehicle was transported to a hospital with minor injuries. A private person’s arrest was made for the unlicensed driver, and she was later cited and released at the scene.

Around 8:19 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 00 block of West LeRoy in reference to a fraud report.

The victim was advised by an employee from Nordstrom that $1600 in fraudulent charges were made to her account between August 28 and September 5.

Monday, September 6: A grand theft was reported in the 600 block of Sharon around 1:43 p.m.

The property owner advised that a tenant vacated the rental property and took her refrigerator, washer, and dryer for a loss of $3700. The suspect is described to be a 47-year-old male AfricanAmerican.

Loss prevention personnel from JC Penney advised that they had detained a woman for theft around 1:43 p.m. The woman concealed over 100 items, worth about $2932, into several shopping bags that she had brought with her. A private person’s arrest was made, and the 32-year-old was taken into custody for commercial burglary.

Tuesday, September 7: Around 2:12 p.m., officers were called to Sephora located at Westfield Mall in reference to a woman detained for theft. The suspect concealed cosmetics in a shopping bag and additional stolen property from Macy’s was also recovered. A 29-year-old Asian was arrested for commercial burglary.

Units were dispatched to the 1700 block of South First regarding a theft of access card report. An employee from a bank advised the victim that there were five suspicious charges on his account. About $1250 in unauthorized charges were made at Sears and Target stores located in the City of Glendale. The victim believed that his credit card information was compromised when he took his vehicle for an oil change in Arcadia.

Wednesday, September 8: A 38-year-old male Caucasian subject attempted to commit suicide by overdosing on prescription medication while staying at Motel 6, 225 Colorado Place. He called 9-1-1, and he was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment and psychiatric evaluation.

Shortly before 10:00 p.m., a traffic stop was initiated in the 100 block of East Colorado for an expired registration. A consent search of the vehicle was conducted, and officers found suitcases, tools, jewelry boxes, and personal information belonging to different individuals. A 41-year-old male Hispanic was arrested for suspended driver’s license and receiving stolen property.

Thursday, September 9: Between 8:50 a.m. and 6:28 p.m., a residential burglary occurred in the 900 block of South Eighth. Unknown suspect(s) entered the home via an open win-

dow and stole electronics, cash, and jewelry.

Units responded to JC Penney around 8:14 p.m. regarding a fraud investigation. Two women and a man attempted to purchase merchandise by using a fraudulently obtained credit card. The 79-year-old account holder was contacted and she indicated that she did not give anyone permission to use her credit card.

A 28-year-old female Caucasian, a 31-year-old female Hispanic, and a 31-year-old male Hispanic were all arrested for commercial burglary.

Friday, September 10: Around 9:59 a.m., officers

were called to the 2 0 0 block of East Santa Clara i n reference to a grand theft.

The property manager was advised by the Foothill Surgery Center that their emergency generator had been running for about nine hours. A maintenance worker checked the electrical junction box and discovered that copper wiring had been removed from the electrical piping.

A 35-year-old male Hispanic employee from the Lids store located at Westfield Mall was taken into custody for grand theft and embezzlement around 11:42 p.m. A customer notified the corporate office that when he purchased a hat with cash, the employee did not scan the item nor give him a receipt. Instead the employee took the customer’s cash and made change with money from

his own pocket. When the employee was confronted, he admitted to keeping the cash in about 35 transactions over a several week period in August.

Saturday, September 11: A traffic collision occurred at Baldwin and Gate 8 around 7:02 p.m. An intoxicated 51-year-old male Indian driver crashed into another vehicle. He was taken into custody for DUI. An armed robbery occurred at Burger King, 82 West Las Tunas, around 8:07 p.m. A male Hispanic, around 40 years of age, 5’10”, 180 pounds, wearing prescription eyeglasses and with a moustache and goatee, pointed a handgun at an employee and demanded money from the cash registers. The suspect then fled northbound from the business.

Monrovia PD

During the last seven day period, the Police Department handled 616 service events, resulting in 120 investigations. Following are the last week’s highlighted issues and events:

Commercial Burglary / Forgery - Suspect Arrested On September 2 at 12:12 p.m., a suspect entered a business in the 700 block of East Huntington in possession of fictitious money orders. The money orders were determined to be counterfeit and the suspect was detained. The suspect admitted that he knew the money orders were not real.

The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

Outside Assist / Arcadia Police Department - Suspect Arrested On September 2 at 1:35 p.m., Arcadia Police Department requested assistance for a vehicle that was not yielding at Chestnut and Monterey. A short pursuit ensued that ended in the

100 block of East Central.

The suspect collided with another vehicle at Huntington and Ivy in Monrovia; no injuries resulted. Arcadia advised that the suspect was wanted for grand theft auto and evading. After the collision, the suspect exited the vehicle and ran into a nearby house. The occupants all exited, telling officers the suspect was inside. Perimeter containment was set up and numerous attempts to get the suspect to come out proved unsuccessful. Arcadia Police Department activated its SWAT team and requested assistance from Pasadena Police Department for more SWAT resources. Residents in the immediate area were relocated to the Community Center during the incident.

Officers on scene advised that a gun had been located in the car the suspect had been driving. Arcadia Police Department deployed their robotic vehicle, and after a short period of time, the suspect surrendered to officers without further incident at approximately 8 p.m. He was taken into custody by the Arcadia Police Department.

Strong Arm Robbery Suspect Arrested On September 2 at 3:31 p.m., a female juvenile subject was walking in the 500 block of West Colorado when she was approached by another female juvenile.

The female demanded to know who she was and then quickly grabbed the victims iPod from her hands. The suspect then fled west on Colorado. A Sierra Madre police officer who was patrolling in Monrovia due to the above Arcadia incident, observed the female suspect near Ivy and Colorado. She stopped the suspect and detained her. The suspect was positively identified by the victim. The suspect was arrested and charged, then later released to her parents.

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rant - Suspect Arrested On September 3 at 10:26 a.m., a female caller reported a suspicious person at a park in the 700 block of East Lemon. The male subject was staring at kids at the park and acting strangely.

An officer responded and attempted to contact the subject. The subject was uncooperative, used profanity toward the officer, and walked away. The officer called for assistance, as the subject continued to be uncooperative, and he was detained.

The subject was determined to have an outstanding warrant. He was arrested and taken into custody. The suspect has a long history of police contact, mental health issues, and drug use.

Medical Assist On September 3 at 12:28 p.m., officers were requested for a possible drowning victim at the high school. They arrived and found a young man who could not swim had jumped into the deep end of the pool. He had been helped out and was sitting on the pool deck coughing when officers arrived. Monrovia Fire Department paramedics arrived and took over the medical assist.

DUI Checkpoint On September 3, from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m., officers conducted a driving under the influence checkpoint. 1,230 vehicles drove through the checkpoint. 42 were diverted into secondary inspection. Out of the 42 vehicles, 19 drivers were found to be unlicensed, 2 had suspended licenses, 7 citations were written for various violations, 3 misdemeanor arrests were made, and 17 vehicles were stored.

Vehicle Burglary On September 4 at 7:56 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the 1800 block of Sixth Avenue regarding a vehicle break-in. The victim reported that he parked

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POLICE BLOTTERS his vehicle the night before around midnight in front of the location. The windows were down about one inch.

At about 7:40 a.m. the next morning, he returned to his vehicle and found it had been ransacked, the stereo and vehicle battery had been stolen. Investigation continuing.

Battery - Suspect Arrested On September 5 at 5:20 p.m., the suspect in this incident was dropping off his child to his ex-girlfriend at a park in the 300 block of South Myrtle. He became involved in an argument with the victim, who is his exgirlfriend’s new boyfriend.

The suspect hit the victim and a fight ensued. The suspect was detained by several family members until police arrived. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Possession of Marijuana / Possession of Marijuana for Sale - Suspect Arrested On September 5 at 11:19 p.m., an officer stopped a motorist for unsafe speed. When he approached the vehicle, he could smell marijuana coming from inside. The driver admitted to having marijuana in the vehicle. A search of the vehicle resulted in the officer finding marijuana, THC oil, approximately $2,000 in cash, and several organizers containing evidence of marijuana sales. The suspect claimed to be unemployed and did not provide a statement. She was arrested, but immediately bonded out of custody.

Her money and cell phone were collected for evidence.

Receiving Stolen property - Suspect Arrested On September 6 at 1:35 a.m., officers responded to

a residential burglary. Prior to the officers’ arrival, the victims confronted their neighbor, who they believed was the suspect. The victims recovered a small glass container from the suspect, which had been stolen from one of the victims. The suspect admitted that his friend went into his neighbor’s house and took the glass container, and then hid the container in his room. The suspect was arrested and was later released to his parents.

Commercial Burglary Suspect Arrested On September 6 at 1:16 a.m., loss prevention officers from a business in the 1600 block of South Mountain called to report a burglary.

Two suspects had attempted to use an empty hose cabinet to conceal merchandise.

When one of the suspects went to check out in the garden area, he noticed he was being watched and abandoned the property.

When the two suspects were confronted by loss prevention, they fled. One of the suspects was located trying to hide behind some plants.

He was positively identified by the loss prevention officers. The other suspect is still outstanding. Investigation continuing.

Vehicle Burglary On September 8 at 7:43 a.m., an officer was dispatched to a business in the 700 block of East Huntington regarding a suspicious silver vehicle with a broken window and its trunk open.

A victim was located and reported his vehicle was broken into, but it did not appear anything had been taken. Investigation continuing.

Burglary - Suspects Arrested On September 8 at 5:06 p.m., a loss prevention officer from a business in the 500 block of West Huntington reported two male subjects stealing merchandise.

The loss prevention officer provided a license plate for the suspect vehicle and a description of the suspects.

A DMV check of the license plate returned to a residence on Mountain Avenue in Duarte. Officers went to the residence and detained two subjects sitting on the porch of the residence who matched the suspect description. The stolen property was also found on the porch.

The suspects were arrested and taken into custody.

Sierra Madre PD

During the week of Sunday, September 5th, to Saturday September 11th, the Sierra Madre Police Department responded to approximately 244 calls for service.

Monday, September 6th: 1:13 AM – Draw and Exhibit a Deadly Weapon, 70 W. Sierra Made Blvd., Buccaneer Lounge. A suspect brandished a knife at a patron when he was asked to leave. Upon leaving, a suspect(s) through a large rock at the front glass window, shattering the window.

The suspect was described as a Hispanic or Armenian male, 35-40 years old, dark complexion, 5’11”, 165 lbs, short black hair, brown eyes, wearing a red shirt with a “Sprouts” market logo and khaki pants. Any information regarding this case please contact the police department.

Tuesday, September 7th: 11:23 AM – Auto

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Burglary, 314 N. Baldwin Ave., St. Rita’s Church.

Suspect(s) smashed the front passenger side window and stole a black backpack from under the front seat. The crime occurred Tuesday, 9/7 between 9:30 am and 11:15 am. The loss was estimated at $230.00.

Wednesday, September 8th: 10:39 PM – Suspicious vehicle, 500 block E. Montecito Ave. A residential extra patrol resulted in the arrest of two subjects seated in parked car. A records check revealed each had an outstanding warrant, one for trespassing and the other for possession of marijuana.

Both males were arrested and transported to the police department. They were later released to officers from Monrovia PD and Pasadena PD. Saturday, September 11th: 12:31 AM – Kidnapping / Robbery, Sierra Madre Blvd. and Mountain Trail Ave. Two suspects reportedly forced a female into the back seat of a car and stole her purse. The female victim was driven a few blocks south on Mountain Trail Ave. before being released just north of Orange Grove Ave. The crime occurred on Friday, 9/7 at around 11:30 pm. The suspects were described as two male Armenians, 26-28 years old, driving a newer dark colored car. The loss was reported as a black purse containing a black wallet, cash, a California ID card and two credit cards. The loss was estimated at $65.00.

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be sufficient to satisfy said writ or warrant with interest and all costs on 09/30/10, 10:00 AM at the following location.

STANLEY MOSK COURTHOUSE 111 N. HILL STREET, ROOM 125B LOS ANGELES, CA90012 (X) This sale is subject to a mini-mum bid in the amount of $1,350,000.00. (Subject to revision) Prospective bidders should refer to sections 701.510 to 701.680, inclusive, of the Code of Civil Procedure for provisions governing the terms, conditions and effect of the sale and the liability of defaulting bidders.

Creditor’s Attorney STEVEN W. HASHIMOTO WONG & MAK, LLP 790 E. COLORADO BLVD, STE 790 PASADENA CA 91101 Dated: 09/01/10 Branch: Los Angeles LEROY D. BACA, Sheriff By: TIFFANY GARRARD, Deputy Operator Id: E279154 Para obtener esta informacion-traduccion en Espanol llame a este numero: (213) 974-6613 NOTE: IT IS A MISDEMEANOR TO TAKE DOWN OR DEFACE A POSTED NOTICE BEFORE THE DATE OF SALE. ( Penal Code section 616) 9/9, 9/16 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ANNA NAHAS CASE NO. GP015477 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ANNA NAHAS. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by FRIEDA KABBASH in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that FRIEDA KABBASH be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate.

The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 10/22/10 at 8:30AM in Dept. A located at 300 E. WALNUT ST., PASADENA, CA 91101 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner JOHN M. GANTUS, ESQ. - SBN 55038 JOHN M. GANTUS & ASSOCIATES 100 W BROADWAY #600 GLENDALE CA 91210 9/13, 9/16, 9/20/10 CNS-1942428#

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