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PETA Sues Arcadia Over Plan to Snare, Slaughter Coyotes

The overwhelming majority of city council meeting attendees have voiced strong objections to the city’s plan to slaughter “nature’s dogs.”

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ecently, PETA and Arcadia resident Sarah Rosenberg filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles County Superior Court against Arcadia to stop the city's plan to use cruel neck and leg snares to trap and then kill

Mayor Tom Beck started his opening remarks with the following statement at the State of the City. “The words

coyotes. In the lawsuit, PETA alleges that because the city council voted to approve the plan on February 21 without first performing an environmental impact assessment, which is required under the California Environmental Quality

Act, its decision is illegal.

“Not only did members of the Arcadia City Council high-handedly dismiss residents’ appeals to leave the coyotes in peace, the mayor's and city staff's recommendations against their plan,

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and a ton of research indicating that lethal methods of wildlife control do not work, they also approved the killings without the environmental impact assessment that's required by California law,” says PETA Senior Vice President

Lisa Lange. “PETA’s lawsuit aims to stop the city of Arcadia from senselessly, cruelly, and illegally killing coyotes and their orphaned pups.”

As PETA - which has hundreds SEE PAGE 10

Arcadia’s Mayor Tom Beck Says City Is ‘Great’

BY TERRY MILLER that drive fear into my wife is when I say ‘I have no prepared remarks.’”

In a post State of the City

email, Mayor Beck told Arcadia Weekly … “If I had to sum up the ‘State of the City’ in one word it would be ‘great’.

First, we have some of the best schools in California. Second, we have a world class venue in Santa Anita Race Track. Cur-

rent home to the 2016 Kentucky Derby winner- Nyquist, the 2016 Preakness Stakes winner- Exaggerator, and the

best horse in the USA (and arguable the world)- Arrogate.

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City Madre of Sierra Announces New City Manager, Gabriel Engeland After an extensive recruitment and interviewing many excellent candidates, the City of Sierra Madre has selected its top candidate Gabriel Engeland - to serve the community as its new City Manager; The City Council unanimously selected Mr. Engeland, who will assume the post effective March 13, 2017. Gabriel has been on a

City Manager "track" in his professional career for the past six years, and most recently has been serving the City of Trinidad, Colorado as its City Manager since 2015, where he oversaw a staff of 178 employees and a budget of $38.9 million dollars. Trinidad is a full-service city, including police, fire/ paramedic, electric utility,

water utility, waste water, gas, library, golf course, and landfill, in addition to the general fund services of public works, human resources, finance and budget, development and economic services; Trinidad has a population of 10,000 and a service area of approximately 15,000.

Gabriel has a Master's Degree in Public Administra-

tion from the University of Kansas (ranked #1 in US New s and World Report for city management and urban policy).

Mr. Engeland intends to fully engage with the community and make Sierra Made home with his wife and daughter. "I am excited to be part of team Sierra Madre and my wife and I are look-

ing forward to our move to this wonderful community."

Mr. Engeland will be taking over for the recently retired City Manager Elaine Aguilar who retired in December 2016 after serving as Sierra Madre's City Manager for the past 9 years. Ms. Aguilar agreed to stay on as Interim City Manager until March 13, 2017.

Local Congresswoman Says Trump’s Repackaged Muslim Ban Encourages Fear his stated desire to give Christians preferential treatment under his first executive order – something that is blatantly unconstitutional – showed that he was in search of a legally palatable way to implement a Muslim ban as President.

“The tweaks made today do not make this order any less unconstitutional or immoral than the last.

President Donald Trump signed a new executive order to update and reinstate his travel ban on Muslim-majority countries.

– Courtesy photo / Gage Skidmore (CC BY-SA 2.0)

Monday, March 6, President Donald Trump signed a new executive order to update and reinstate his travel ban on Muslimmajority countries after his first order was stopped by a federal court. His previous travel ban, issued on January 27, 2017, halted all refugee resettlement for 120 days, banned Syrian refugees indefinitely, and gave priority to Christians as a minority religion. The repackaged executive order is the same, but creates exceptions for visa holders and legal permanent residents (LPRs), removes Iraq from the list of targeted countries, subjects Syrian refugees to the

same review period as other countries, and ends the preferential treatment of Christians. Rep. Judy Chu (CA-27) released the following statement: “This order has nothing to do with national security, and everything to do with encouraging fear of Muslims. Trump’s own Department of Homeland Security has concluded that nationality has little to do with one’s potential to engage in terrorist acts.

From the first day that then-candidate Trump stood up to announce his idea of a Muslim ban, he has been painfully clear about his intentions. And if there were any doubt,

No individual from any of the countries named in this order has committed an act of terror in the United States. And worse, he’s particularly targeting refugees – some of the most vulnerable and least dangerous people in the world. If President Trump truly wants to make America safer, he will drop this fanatical and ideological war against Islam, stop

his plans to gut the budget of the State Department, and listen to the advice of national security and law enforcement officials who have warned against isolating the Muslim community in this way. As it stands, this updated order is still a policy of cruelty and bigotry and I will continue to resist it as an elected Representative and as an American citizen.”

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POLICE BLOTTERS MONROVIA March 4 At 11:13 a.m., a security guard from a business in the 100 block of W. Foothill flagged down an officer who was driving by on Myrtle.

He informed the officer that a subject in a silver charger had just sped through the parking lot and almost hit him. The officer turned into the parking area to look for the vehicle and was stopped by a patron, who reported that the same subject in the silver charger had tossed a handgun out of the vehicle window as it sped through the parking lot. The officer recovered the weapon, which was not registered, and an extensive search was conducted for the vehicle, but it was not located. Neighboring agencies were contacted to see if they had any reports of a recent shooting. The investigation is continuing.

At 3:04 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 100 block of Norumbega on the report of a family disturbance. Officers arrived and separated three adults and spoke with them. They were all disruptive and combative with each other. One subject was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia and a second was arrested for battery.

At 4:13 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 300 block of W. Huntington on the report of subjects bathing outside. The officers arrived and located several subjects possibly involved in the reported activity. While speaking with the subjects, the officers located counterfeit U.S. currency belonging to one of the subjects. He was arrested and taken into custody. He was also found to have an outstanding warrant.

At 10:07 p.m., an intoxicated female in a vehicle was reported at a business parking lot in the 1600 block of S. Mountain. Officers arrived and located the subject. After investigation, the female driver was arrested for driving under the influence and was taken into custody.

March 5

At 12:24 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported at a business parking lot in the 900 block of W. Huntington.

The victim parked her vehicle in the parking lot and when she returned, she found the driver side window had been shattered and her purse, which she left in the vehicle, was gone. The investigation is continuing.

At 6:15 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 1600 block of Royal Oaks.

The resident parked and locked her vehicle in front of her home. She looked out the window and noticed a subject standing by her vehicle and pulling a toolbox from the back seat. The suspect fled in a vehicle. The victim went out to her vehicle and found the rear window had been smashed, allowing the suspect to gain access. The investigation is continuing.

At 12:19 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of N. Myrtle called police to report a vandalism incident. Sometime during the early morning hours, an unknown suspect shattered the front passenger side window of his parked vehicle. No property appeared to have been taken.

The investigation is continuing.

At 7:57 p.m., a traffic collision was reported at Myrtle and Duarte Road. The two vehicles involved were traveling north on Myrtle, approaching Duarte, when the lead vehi-

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cle slowed down for the red light and was rear ended by the second vehicle. The drivers pulled into a parking lot to exchange information. Officers arrived and contacted the drivers. The driver who rear ended the other vehicle was determined to be driving under the influence and was arrested and held for a sobering period.

At 9:21 p.m., a caller reported a male subject at Myrtle and Central trying to get into vehicles in the area. Officers arrived and located the subject. He was determined to be extremely intoxicated and unable to care for his own safety. He was arrested for public intoxication.

At 9:24 p.m., a vandalism incident was reported at a residence in the 400 block of Almond. A white, late 1990s Jeep Cherokee was seen pulling up to the home and two teenage male suspects exited. They walked up to the victim's truck and broke a window, then walked up the driveway and broke a window on the victim's Toyota Camry. They fled in their vehicle. The suspects never tried to get into the vehicles to take anything. The investigation is continuing.

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March 2 At 6:32 p.m., Pasadena Police officers investigated an assault with a deadly weapon in the 1300 block of North Marengo Avenue. On arrival, officers learned that the victim drove her car into a communal driveway to drop off a passenger. The suspect came out of a rear garage, took photos of the car, and told the victim to leave. The victim backed onto the street and parked her car. She then walked toward the driveway

and was confronted by the suspect. A verbal argument ensued over the photos and the suspect (Carl Wagenfuehr, 50, Pasadena resident) subsequently armed himself with a rifle pointing it at the victim. The victim called the police and the suspect was arrested without incident.

March 3

At about 7:12 a.m., Pasadena Police and Fire Departments responded to the wash area below the Colorado Street Bridge regarding a female who was lifeless. Based on the evidence at the scene, it appears the victim committed suicide by jumping from the bridge. The victim was preliminarily identified as a Los Angeles Resident, approximately 27 years old.

The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office responded to assist and remove the victim’s body.

March 4

At about 10:08 a.m., Pasadena Police officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near Orange Grove Boulevard and Los Robles Avenue.

The driver abruptly stopped the vehicle, exited quickly, and fled on foot, leaving a passenger in the front seat of the car. Officers chased after the suspect and later elected to contain the area. During the field investigation, PPD officers learned that the suspect (Ronald Hopkins 27, Altadena resident) was armed with two handguns and on active parole. After several hours, the suspect was arrested without incident after he complied with the officer’s orders to surrender. The guns were recovered and Hopkins was booked at the Pasadena jail.

At about 10:25 p.m.

Pasadena Police officers responded to the Colorado

Street Bridge regarding a female standing on the edge beyond the safety railing. Officer established contact with the female who was apparently distraught following an argument with her husband.

CNT officers talked with the victim for several hours and finally she agreed to climb back on to the bridge. The victim was transported to a local area hospital for mental health evaluation.

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March 1 At about 7:01 p.m., an officer responded to the intersection of Huntington Drive and Centennial Way regarding a subject causing a disturbance. The officer located the subject and detected a strong odor of alcohol emitting from his breath. The officer determined the 62-year-old male from Palm Desert was unable to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

March 2

At approximately 1:58 a.m., an officer conducted an enforcement stop on a vehicle in the area of East Huntington Drive and Second Avenue for not having a license plate or the proper registration stickers. Upon contacting the driver, the officer detected a strong odor of alcohol and marijuana emitting from the suspect.

Through a series of tests, the officer determined the 26-year-old male from San Gabriel was driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage and marijuana. He was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

Around 4:21 p.m., an officer responded to Burlington Coat Factory, 1201

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South Baldwin Avenue, regarding a shoplifting report.

On two separate occasions, the suspect selected store merchandise, exited the store without paying for the items, then returned to the store and attempted to return the items. The suspect fled by the time officers arrived. The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, approximately 50-years-old, 5’4” tall, roughly 200 pounds, wearing a LA Dodgers hat. The investigation is ongoing.

March 3

At about 1:26 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 00 block of Christina Street regarding a domestic dispute. An investigation revealed a husband and wife were arguing when the altercation turned physical and the husband punched the victim in the arm. The 41-year-old male from Arcadia is outstanding at the time of this report. The investigation is ongoing.

Just before 2:49 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 400 block of Fairview Avenue regarding a burglary report. The officer determined the unknown suspect removed the window and screen, entered the home, and fled emptyhanded. No suspects were seen and no witnesses were located.

March 4

Shortly after 11:34 a.m., an officer responded to the 800 block of Kingsley Drive regarding a vehicle burglary report. The victim stated an unknown suspect entered his unlocked vehicle, ransacked the interior, and fled with an unknown amount of property. DNA was located at the scene and the suspect, a 22-year-old male from Pasadena, was later arrested.

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St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser for Childhood Cancer Research Slated March 15 St. Baldrick’s Day will be celebrated in its usual manner at Matt Denny’s in Arcadia by shaving hundreds of heads on March 15. St. Balrick’s has become one of the largest fundraisers for cancer research and Matt Denny’s has been doing this for the past 16 years and is also one of the biggest fundraisers in California.

According to the St. Baldrick’s Day foundation, the Matt Denny’s location alone raised more than $63,000 last year. Always one of the biggest events locally, the fire and police departments of the city are some of the biggest participants.

Local Superior Court Judge Bruce Marrs as well as Beacon Media’s Jose Luis Correa participated last year and raised large sums for the foundation. Both are expect-

ed to participate again.

Rose Hewit’s Del Sol Salon, which is right next door to Matt Denny’s, will have 10 stylists on hand March 15 who volunteer their time and talents for this fundraiser.

Over 600 locations nationwide hold events to raise awareness and money. A spokesman at the Foundation said that the event at Matt Denny’s is one of the largest fundraisers nationwide.

It all started in 1999 among a group of friends in New York with the idea of raising money to help children with cancer. By 2004, their efforts had resulted in millions being raised and a foundation being established. Starting in 2005, the foundation has given more than $154 million to support research for cures and better treatments for kids with cancer.

We (Beacon Media News) will be on hand March 15. Stop by our booth and enter to win one of hundreds of cool prizes.

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Send your letters to tmiller@beaconmedianews.com Reader Says ‘Vote Measure A’

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Vote no on Measure A. Five years ago the AUSD’s first measure A was sold as an emergency and temporary measure to make up for a funding shortfall resulting from the recession. With the first measure expiring, and the recession over, they now claim that they need even greater injections of money, and for at least 18 more years.

A responsible district could make a case for more money by fully disclosing all of its finances, explaining clearly how the extra funds would actually benefit the students, and perhaps presenting information from other school districts for comparison. That isn’t how the AUSD operates.

Instead they offer emotionally charged claims, provided by their paid political consultants, that the funds are needed to “protect” the schools. That without them a baby born today might suffer from educational cuts in some hypothetical future economic downturn. (Because – what heartless tyrant could vote against a baby!) They threaten staffing cuts, filthy schools, and the loss of advanced placement tests. Scare tactics all. The AUSD refers as often as possible to their “highly qualified teachers”, implying that the AUSD’s teachers are somehow more qualified than those in other districts. They have never presented evidence to support the claim.

The specific terminology actually refers to a set of teaching qualifications required for all public

school districts in the “No Child Left Behind” act.

The residents of Arcadia deserve better than this.

We have provided the AUSD with many outstanding students and with parents who encourage their studies.

These students in turn, and as expected, have high academic performance and gain entry to top notch colleges. The AUSD implies at every opportunity that somehow they are responsible for these good outcomes, but the truth of the matter is that these students would excel at any school.

Indeed, there does not even exist a widely accepted metric to assess specifically any teacher or school’s effect on student outcome, much to the chagrin of those who advocate tying teacher pay to student outcome.

Voters should consider the unintentional experiment the AUSD performed relating funding to academic outcomes. During the recent recession the AUSD made “deep cuts”, yet not a single academic measure like SAT scores or the college acceptance rate moved down a measurable amount.

After the first Measure A passed and funding increased these values did not suddenly rise, nor did they rise as the economy improved and state funding was restored. In short, there is not a shred of evidence that the money the AUSD now requests is going to make a bit of difference to the students.

Another AUSD straw man, the loss of Advanced Placement classes, deserves particular disdain. The fact is that any student who will score well on such a

test after taking an AUSD AP class can do just as well, if they study for that test on their own or with friends, often with many fewer hours of study. The AUSD, apparently to increase demand for teachers, or perhaps to avoid revealing that they possess no special AP mojo, will not let such a student take the test with the AUSD taught students.

Thankfully the AUSD possesses no monopoly so self taught students may arrange to take AP tests at other local schools.

- Frederic

Local Reader Asks Arcadia Council to Prohibit Coyote Trapping via Arcadia Weekly To: Arcadia City Council, Please do not allow the trapping or harm to coyotes.

They are simply natural predators and humans need to keep a distance from them, walk dogs on a leash, and keep cats indoors. Also do not leave any food for them because that will attract them to humans. For further information on how humans can coexist with coyotes contact Project Coyote. Thank you.

- Michael Treadwell via Arcadia Weekly

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Calendar Thursday (March 9) American Mah Jongg Lessons (March 9 @ 1 p.m., Central library/Studio on 4th 285 East Walnut Street, Pasadena) A variation of the Chinese game of Mahjong, American Mah Jongg is distinct in several ways.

It utilizes racks to hold each player’s tiles, jokers and “Hands and Rules” score cards. It also has several distinct gameplay mechanics, such as “The Charleston.” Presented by Marie Clark. Join us and learn how to play this fascinating game. Must be interested in and experienced in playing games. Must be able to attend all five sessions and be willing to review lesson materials prior to the next session. To sign up, call (626) 744-7076.

- PASADENA Zumba Mania (March 9 @ 5 p.m., 4 Ester St., Pasadena) Come enjoy feeling sexy and fit at Zumba Mania!

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Community Panel: An American War Comes Home: Wars’ Impact on Communities (March 9 @ 7 p.m., Donald Wright Auditorium - Central Library, 285 E. Walnut St, Pasadena) The Vietnam War known as the Second Indochina War and in Vietnam as the Resistance War Against America or simply the American War took place from Nov. 1, 1955 to the fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. Its impacts were felt not only throughout Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia but also in the U.S. Join us for a panel discussion of the wars’ impact on America moderated by Larry Wilson, Columnist and Editorial Writer for Pasadena Star News.

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Sideways Stories From Wayside School (March 10 @ 7:30 p.m., Theatre 360, 75 N. Marengo Ave., Pasade-

na) Sideways Stories From Wayside School is an over the top wacky story that combines laughs, learning, and imagination for an unforgettable adventure. This elementary school was mistakenly built 30 stories tall due to the architects turning the school blue prints the wrong way … and that’s just the start! At Wayside School anything can happen from teachers turning students into apples, pigtails transforming into snakes, and a cow wandering the hallways. The students at Wayside School delight and shriek at the cast of characters they see daily, from learning to tango with Mrs. Valoosh, being hypnotized

by Mr. Pickle, trying to eat the daily lunch fare by Ms. Mush, and fighting off revenge from Mr. Gorf! Don’t miss being enrolled at Wayside as the zany characters take you on a madcap classroom journey as you laugh all the way to the 30th floor!

- PASADENA Saturday (March 11)

Soroptimists to Host ‘For the Love of Women’ Benefit Luncheon (March 11 @ 1 p.m., Brookside Country Club, 1133 Rosemont Ave, Pasadena) Join AltadenaPasadena Soroptimists for their second annual Making a Difference Benefit luncheon. With a theme of “For the Love of Women,” this event will recognize former State Senator Carol Liu and former Pasadena Library Director Jan Sanders with Legacy awards. Southern California Women’s Health Conference Founder Lena Kennedy will be honored with a Best for Women award for her leadership in the community, and will be the keynote speaker at the luncheon. Don’t miss this opportunity to see our community leaders on one stage at this pivotal event! Vendor booths open at 12 noon, and luncheon will be served at 1:00 p.m. There will also be a raffle and silent auction, as well as an Easter Parade of hats and handbags modeled by Business Life Magazine’s Women Achievers of 2016. General seating starts at $55.00/person. Tables of 10 - with table signage to recognize your organization, company or group name - is $550.00. You can mail a check to Soroptimist International of Altadena-

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EDITOR’S PICK OF THE WEEK ArtNight Pasadena March 10 @ 6 p.m

(March 10 @ 6 p.m., Pasadena Museum of California Art (PMCA), 490 E. Union St., Pasadena) Enjoy free admission, extended hours, and complimentary shuttle transportation at the PMCA and other cultural destinations around Pasadena. Pasadena Rose Poets read at PMCA. Find shuttle schedules and more information here. Metro riders, present your tap card, ticket, or county ID and receive a free Mark Ryden poster.

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Pasadena, P.O. Box 66, Altadena, CA 91003-1066, or purchase tickets online via Paypal at www.soroptimistaltapas.org.

Donations are welcome, and sponsor opportunities and souvenir booklet ads are available for purchase. Call event organizer Brenda Sharp (626) 398-5667 for more information.

- PASADENA Crescent Farm Workshop: CA Meadow (March 11 @ 10 a.m., L.A. County Arboretum and Botanic Gardens, 301 N. Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia) Spend a spring morning in a beautiful meadow at Crescent Farm!

Last November we demonstrated how to plant a California-friendly wildflower meadow as a lawn alternative and in this workshop we explore its progression.

Plant ID, habitat building and meadow maintenance

will be discussed. Please bring gloves, drinking water; wear close-toed shoes and a hat. Free for members / Free for non-members (with arboretum admission).

- ARCADIA Sunday (March 12)

Home Energy Tours: Home Upgrade in Monrovia (March 12 @ 12 p.m., RSVP and get event address here: http://tenres.com/Monrovia) Are you considering energy upgrades for your home, but want to preview them before you sign up?

Join the Energy Network, as they help homeowners learn about available statewide rebates for home energy upgrades, and see first-hand how Monrovia homes can become energy efficient!

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Monday (March 13) English Conversation Class (March 13 @ 10 a.m., Arcadia Public Library, 20 W. Duarte Rd., Arcadia) For adults that can read and understand English but want to practice their pronunciation skills through conversation with others. This all volunteer program is held in the Cay Mortenson Auditorium during the school year. New students please arrive at 9:30 a.m.

- ARCADIA Tuesday (March 14)

Old Town Advisory Board Meeting (MOTAB) (March 14 @ 9:30 a.m., City Hall, Council Chambers, 415 S. Ivy Avenue., Monrovia) The five member Board is comprised of Old Town merchants and is responsible for making recom-

mendations to the City Council on programs and projects to advance the downtown area through marketing, promotion and overall improvement of the Business Improvement District. The MOTAB meets once a month on the second Tuesday of each month at 9:30 A.M. in Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue. Boardmembers may not be a City of Monrovia employee, must have a bona fide business in the Old Town district that is subject to the Business Improvement District (BID) assessment, and must be current on their BID assessment.

-MONROVIA Pasadena Certified Farmers Market (March 14 @ 8:30 a.m., Villa Parke Center, 363 E. Villa Street, Pasadena) Buy directly from the farmer that grows the foodand enjoy fresh, delicious locally grown, nutritious fruits, vegetables and farm products. We also have vendors offering jams, jellies, fish, and more, but we do not permit craft vendors.

- PASADENA Wednesday (March 15)

Youth Leadership Academy (March 15 @ 3 p.m., Monrovia City Hall, 415 S Ivy Ave, Monrovia) The Monrovia Area Partnership (MAP) is a program that builds a strong community by creating a network of strong individuals. Through education, training, networking and activism, Monrovia Area Partners work together to make Monrovia a fun, safe and vibrant place to live. MAP hosts workshops & events to train and guide community members who are who are ready to be community leaders. The MAP Youth Leadership Program is designed specifically to help youth learn, develop and grow so they, in turn can take active roles in the health of their community. For more information, you can contact our staff by email at map@ ci.monrovia.ca.us or call us at (626) 932-5563.

- MONROVIA Create Your Art Masterpiece (March 15 @ 4 p.m., Villa Parke Community Branch, 363 East Villa Street, Pasadena) Learn art fundamentals and design, and then complete your art project. To sign up, call (626) 744-6510.

Must attend all three classes.

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Century 21 Village Honors Top Producers for 2016

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ndy Bencosme, Managing Broker at Century 21 Village Realty in Sierra Madre recently presented the annual sales production awards to the office’s top sales producers.

The annual awards breakfast was held at The Only Place in Town Restaurant in Sierra Madre.

Bencosme thanked all of the agents present for their hard work, professionalism and complete dedication to their clients. (Left to Right) Nazee Rix was honored once again as the office’s Top Sales Producer for the year. Julie Bencosme, the Office’s 2nd Top Producer for 2016. The Top Producing Sales Team for 2016 - Courtesy photo "It takes all of you to make was the “Blume-Truong Real Estate Group.” The 3rd Top Producer for 2016 is Jackie Adaimy. us what we are. One of the premier real estate comness and an understanding of 2001 and was quickly recog- improve the profession and for 23 years and has consist- do…” mantra. They travel to panies in the San Gabriel Val- her client’s individual needs. nized as the office’s "Rookie sharpen her own skills. ently placed in the top three all areas and never say no to ley." Bencosme stated. To rec- Her expansive knowledge of of the Year." Since then, BenThe 3rd Top Producer producing agents. satisfy their client base. Sales ognize the top agents in the the various real estate mar- cosme has been recognized for 2016 is Jackie Adaimy.

The Top Producing Manager Andy Bencosme company, Century 21 Village kets in the vicinity and her for her sales production and Jackie is a native of Lebanon Sales Team for 2016 was the stated that "Roy and Irene are honors the top 3 individual commitment to her business quality customer service and an Arcadia resident. She "Blume-Truong Real Estate always working and are all producers annually as well as also play very important roles many times over her real es- not only speaks English but Group.” It is comprised of over the place! I have never the top team. in her success. “Nazee contin- tate career. Julie loves real es- is also fluent in Arabic and Roy Blume and Irene Truong. seen agents who go the extra Nazee Rix was honored ues to have very loyal clients, tate and takes pride in every French. When asked about They finished 2016 as the mile for clients like they do!" once again as the office’s Top who sing her praises and rec- aspect of it. Her hard work her professional philosophy, Number 1 ranked sales team Nazee Rix, Julie BenSales Producer for the year. ommend her to friends and ethic and attention to detail Adaimy responded “to be in the San Gabriel Valley for cosme, Jackie Adaimy The Rix, a Bradbury resident and family” says Bencosme “A is practiced in all of her trans- honest and open at all times, Century 21 in the Region, Blume-Truong Real Estate mother of two has been a con- large percentage of her busi- actions consistently until buyers and sellers want and which includes much of the Group and all of the friendly sistent top sales producer for ness comes from referrals of closing. Julie is most proud need to know all of the facts Greater Los Angeles Area. Century 21 Village agents the Sierra Madre office. For very satisfied past clients.” of her client's satisfaction, before they make some of the Roy and Irene service all ar- can be contacted at 38 W. 2016, she posted the highest Julie Bencosme, the Of- which is evidenced by her most important decisions in eas of Metro LA and the In- Sierra Madre Blvd in Sinumber of home sales and the fice’s 2nd Top Producer for rave reviews on Yelp, Zillow their lives and it is my job to land Empire and have expe- erra Madre or by telephone highest sales volume in the 2016, was raised in Sierra and Realtor.com. Julie is also provide everything they need rience with both Residential 626.355.1451 or on the inoffice. Bencosme credits her Madre, and attended local passionate about REALTOR® to help them make those de- and Commercial Real Estate. ternet at www.c21village. success to having an extraor- schools. Bencosme has been Education and volunteers cisions.” Adaimy a veteran Their business is built on re- com or www.facebook.com/ dinary dedication to her busi- a full time REALTOR® since at the local and state level to Realtor has been with Village ferrals and the “It’s what we c21village

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ooking well easily qualifies as a universally useful skill—but not everyone feels comfortable in the kitchen.

That’s why culinary icons like Anthony Bourdain have championed the idea that learning to cook should be required in school. After all, wouldn’t everyone benefit from mastering the basics of creating a healthy (and tasty) meal? Sauté Culinary Academy is bringing that idea to life.

The Monrovia-based cooking school was founded in 2012 by Chef Alexander Reyes and his wife Julie to support their catering business.

They quickly saw a bigger opportunity.

“There was a need for cooking classes in the area,” said Reyes, who with Julie invested their life savings to build a bigger kitchen in 2014 to support their growth. “We started with a basic Italian class, then added everything from Mediterranean, French, Thai, Spanish tapas, Korean, Cuban and many more.”

Reyes is no stranger to the Los Angeles culinary scene, grinding it out for years in kitchens from Mi Piace to the Ritz. When he accepted a role as chef instructor at Le Cordon Bleu, his culinary calling came into focus.

qualified chef.

The recipe for success seems to be working. The academy was nominated for Monrovia’s 2016 Business of the Year, and the team hopes to expand their location in 2018.

Despite the constant challenge

Little chefs are welcome in this kitchen, with classes as well as spring and summer cooking camps designed especially for kids - Courtesy photo

“I would not only teach students, but mentor them from the classroom to their first job in the industry,” said Reyes. It was the experience he needed to fuel the fires in his own kitchen. “Whether you’re taking a class for fun or to find gainful employment, nothing gives me more joy than to teach anyone who wants my help.”

The academy’s services are wonderfully diverse.

Adults don aprons for a delicious date night or a private team-building cooking class.

Miniature chefs take part in kids’ classes and seasonal cooking camps, where they learn to build an entire meal from start to finish. From su-

shi to sauces to gluten-free cuisine—there’s little this institution can’t serve up for the home cook.

Yet don’t take the term “Academy” lightly. Reyes and his team of professional chefs are serious about equipping the next generation of culinary leaders. Their eight-week, semi-professional program is tailored for those seeking foundational techniques as budding chefs. Career-centric students can sharpen their skills with 18-week professional programs in either culinary arts or baking and pastry.

Graduates from the professional programs leave armed with a certificate and the skills to secure employment as a

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to get the word out about the business, Reyes still believes in the power of sharing a meal with your neighbors.

“Monrovia is home,” said the chef. “We live in Monrovia, we worship in Monrovia, our kids go to schools in Monro-

via. We dreamed of building a business that people would find valuable and unique to the community. We love Monrovia and aren't going anywhere as long as Monrovia will have us.”

View article online for business’ contact and location.

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of members and supporters in Arcadia and whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to abuse in any way” - has pointed out to the mayor and city council in letters and protests, coyotes suffer when caught in painful snares, which could also indiscriminately harm companion animals and nontarget wildlife. The overwhelming majority of city council meeting attendees have voiced strong objections to the city’s plan to slaughter “nature's dogs,” who are an integral part of California's ecosystem.

In addition to eating vegetables and fruits, as predators, they help keep populations of smaller animals like squirrels and rats in check.

For more information, please visit PETA.org.

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Arcadia’s Methodist Hospital is rated one of the best in California and is both a STEMI Receiving Center and Advanced Primary Stroke Center. Commercial projects are proposed and being con-

State of the City structed all over town - including four new hotels and three mixed use(retail on ground and residential above) projects. City of Arcadia’s bond rating is the highest possible - AAA. All medians in the

City are being re- landscaped (a three year project costing $4 Million). Our capital improvement projects current and planned are the envy of other cities. Arcadia is a beautiful city in a great location.”

Mayor Tom Beck enjoys a moment with his wife before his State of the City address at the Embassy Suites hotel Thursday night. - Photo by Terry Miller / Beacon Media News

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Season’s Last Show with Jazz Icon Steve Tyrell GRAMMY Award-winning jazz icon Steve Tyrell brings his charismatic charm and world-class band to the season’s last show at the Arcadia Performing Arts Center! Tyrell will sing from the Great American Songbook including Frank Sinatra and other romantic favorites.

Tyrell popularized American jazz standards through spectacular performances, including singing in the movie Father of the Bride and for President Bush, President Clinton, Prime Minister Tony Blair, and at Buckingham Palace for The Prince of Wales.

Tickets start from $10 Mezzanine to $65 VIP Pass. The VIP experience includes premium seating, priority entry, and private after-show meet & greet

with Steve Tyrell. Discounted tickets for seniors, educators, and students are available.

Saturday, May 20, 2017 8 p.m.

Limited time: 10 percent off early bird special, use discount code EB10 Guests are requested to provide ID for discounted seniors, educators, and students tickets, and a physical ticket or mobile ticket for entry. Doors open 7 p.m. Show starts 8 p.m. followed by aftershow VIP Pass Meet & Greet. Free parking is available at the venue.

Arcadia Performing Arts Center, 188 Campus Drive in Arcadia, CA 91066 (626)821-1781 / www.arcadiapaf.org

California Philharmonic California Philharmonic’s immensely popular Music, Martinis and the Maestro intimate chamber music series is back this Spring; offering music lovers several exclusive opportunities to join its entertaining, enlightening and beloved Maestro Victor Vener and members of his worldclass orchestra, on a Sunday afternoon in March, April and May. The perfect prelude to California Philharmonic’s highly-anticipated 2017 summer

concert series, Music, Martinis and the Maestro presents VIRUOSO STRINGS on March 26, Brilliant Brass: 500 Years of Brass Music on April 9 and Pezzone and Friends on Mother’s Day, May 14. Taking place in the beautiful Sofia ballroom at Noor Ballroom and Dining Room, located at Paseo Colorado in Pasadena, each concert only allows for 240 guests so hurry and purchase tickets, now, before they sell out.

CENTRE STAGE INC. PRESENTS . . . high school musical Jr.

campSCHOOL dates july 10-29th Monday-Friday 9am-3pm HIGH no audition required before and after MUSICAL JR. care provided at an additional cost $450

CAMP DATES: JULY 10-29TH MONDAY-FRIDAY 9AM-3PM

35th Annual

Historic Homes Tour presented by the Monrovia Historic Preservation Group

Sunday, May 7, 2017 • 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

NO AUDITION REQUIRED CAMP TUITION: $450

BEFORE AND AFTER CARE PROVIDED AT AN ADDITIONAL COST

AGES 5-12 TO REGISTER GO TO

CENTRESTAGEINC.COM AND FOR MORE INFORMATION INTO THE WOODS AUDITIONS: JUNE 3RD, 9AM @ IFGF

REHEARSALS: JUNE 17-JULY 20

SHOW DATES: JULY 20-22 TUITION: $450

AGES 13-21

IFGF MONROVIA: 147 WEST PALM AVENUE, MONROVIA CA 91016

Visit six vintage homes in Monrovia’s newest historic district on North Encinitas Avenue and experience another time and place as you step back into history. Docents stationed throughout the homes will share anecdotes about each home’s history.

Advance Ticket Prices Adults $20

Seniors (65+) $15

Teens $10 (12 and under free)

Complete ticket and tour information can be found at: www.mohpg.org

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Envision the Night

Enjoy a free evening of art, music and entertainment as Pasadena’s most prominent arts and cultural institutions swing open their doors. The night is yours to decide. Begin your journey at any one of our 18 participating cultural institutions, where free shuttles will be waiting to transport you to your next destination. Last fall, 28,000 people experienced the excitement of ArtNight.

Don’t miss the fun this spring! bonded family as they navigate the youthful indiscretions of their wayward son. From March to May, Ah, Wilderness! plays in repertory with Shakespeare’s tragic masterpiece, King Lear, and a modern-day staging of the Broadway classic Man of La Mancha. Tickets start at $25. For dates, tickets, and more information, please visit anoisewithin.org

ART NIGHT FRIDAY MARCH 10, 2017 6–10 PM

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Norton Simon Museum Pasadena Central Library Pasadena City College Pasadena Conservatory of Music Pasadena Museum of California Art Pasadena Museum of History PUSD – No Boundaries Shumei Art Council

Armory Center for the Arts Artcenter College of Design artWORKS Teen Center City of Pasadena – City Hall Jackie Robinson Community Center Kidspace Children’s Museum Light Bringer Project @ Day One Lineage Performing Arts Center Muse/Ique

ENVISION THE NIGHT Enjoy a free evening of art, music and entertainment as Pasadena’s most prominent arts and cultural institutions swing open their doors.

PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS Armory Center for the Arts / ArtCenter College of Design / artWORKS Teen Center / City of Pasadena–City Hall / Jackie Robinson Community Center / Kidspace Children’s Museum / Light Bringer Project @ Day One / Lineage Performing Arts Center / MUSE/IQUE / Norton Simon Museum / Pasadena Central Library / Pasadena City College / Pasadena Conservatory of Music / Pasadena Museum of California Art / Pasadena Museum of History / PUSD– No Boundaries / Shumei Art Council FREE SHUTTLES Free shuttles, running 6–10 p.m., will loop throughout the evening with stops at each venue. Park at any one venue and ride to the others.

METRO GOLD LINE Attend ArtNight by taking the Metro Gold Line to Memorial Park Station in Pasadena. Check metro.net for information.

PASADENA TRANSIT Pasadena Transit 10 runs along Colorado Boulevard and Green Street until 8 p.m. Information at pasadenatransit.net.

artnightpasadena.org facebook.com/artnightpasadena twitter.com/ArtNightPas

ArtNight is an ongoing partnership among many cultural institutions and the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Pasadena. The event is sponsored by the Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission with support from the following: Pasadena Department of Transportation Transit Division; Los Angeles Metropolitan Transit Authority; Pasadena Center Operating Company.

For information on ArtNight, please call the ArtNight Pasadena Hotline at 626 744-7887 or visit artnightpasadena.org. For information on accessibility and/or to request written materials in alternative formats, please call the City of Pasadena at 626 744-7062. Para más información en español, visite nuestra página del internet: artnightpasadena.org.

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A Noise Within’s 25th anniversary continues! This spring, enjoy Eugene O’Neill’s only comedy, Ah, Wilderness!, at Pasadena’s premier classical theatre company. Set on Fourth of July, this sweetly romantic and lightly musical comedy is unabashedly nestled in the halcyon days of turn-ofthe-century Americana; a loving and boldly optimistic study of a deeply

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Youth Camp at Centre Stage Summer theatre camps abound, but one look into a Centre Stage Production, and it is clear: this youth camp defies genre, youthful and exciting, but professional and focused. This summer, give Centre Stage a try, with one of our two shows. For younger performers, ages 5-12, get your spirit gear polished up for High School Musical. Monday through Friday, 9a.m. – 3 p.m., this camp is for new and experienced youth. No audition necessary. Camp dates are

July 10 - 29. The junior and senior camp is a more challenging experience, with traditional auditions and rehearsal times. For ages 13 - 21 with singing and dancing experience, the Into the Woods session might be more your speed.

There are no magic beans or fairy tales: this one is more work, but the rewards are golden.

Auditions are June 3. Check out centrestageinc.com for details for camp info, tuition, and contact info.

The Sundays with Coleman Concerts The Sundays with Coleman chamber music concerts will embark upon its 114th season in 2017 - 2018. These concerts sponsored by the Coleman Chamber Music Association began in 1904 through the efforts of Alice Coleman, a gifted pianist living in Pasadena. Local chamber musicians performed the early concerts in private homes. When the Coleman Concerts moved to the Pasadena Playhouse in 1927, the series evolved to present the finest chamber ensembles from throughout the United States and Europe. The Coleman concerts, a Sunday afternoon six-concert series, have been in Beckman Auditorium on the campus of the California Institute of Technology since 1965.

The 2017 - 18 season welcomes the brilliant young talent of the Heath Quartet touring from the UK and celebrates the

return of the Juilliard String Quartet for its 21st appearance on the Coleman series. In the course of the season, the St. Lawrence String Quartet will present works by Haydn, Janacek and Tchaikovsky. The Schubert Ensemble will perform diverse repertoire for piano and strings and the celebrated Jerusalem Quartet returns to Coleman in March, 2018. This exciting season will conclude with a special treat in the performance of the Brentano Quartet with Dawn Upshaw, soprano.

For concert dates, additional information and to purchase tickets, please call the Coleman office at (626)7934191 or email at krfccma@aol.com. All concerts are on Sunday afternoons at 3:30 p.m.

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The 55th Annual Sierra Madre Art Fair, sponsored by the Friends of the Sierra Madre Library, will be held in Memorial Park, 222 West Sierra Madre Blvd., on Saturday, May 6, from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, May 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

More than 50 artists have already committed to exhibiting, mediums include oil paintings, jewelry, watercolors, glass, wood, metal, wearable art, photography, pottery, ceramics, mixed media, and weaving.

The Featured Artist this year is Karen McLean-McGaw. Her “Estuary Reflections” watercolor will appear on all posters, post cards, flyers, and other promotional materials.

Live Music will be featured throughout the weekend in the band shell and on the southeast lawn.

Guests will enjoy an eclectic selection of music.

Food vendors will be offering a variety of food and drinks and be

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sure to stop by the Wine & Beer Garden on the front lawn of the Park open Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Friends of the Library will have a booth selling its popular sweet “quick” breads. For the children, instructors from the Creative Arts Group have planned a craft activity – making flowers out of paper.

This year Art Fair will again have a Silent Auction -- you’ll have an opportunity to bid on some really beautiful artwork and also support the Library.

All Proceeds from the Art Fair benefit the Sierra Madre Public Library. For more information, visit us on Facebook, at our website www. sierramadrelibraryfriends.org, or call (626)355-7186.

The Ice House

As a kid, I always liked comedy and would listen to albums by George Carlin, Bob Newhart, Bill Cosby, and Lenny Bruce.

Despite my enjoyment of these great talents, I decided to pursue an unfunny career and left Los Angeles for San Francisco State College to be a lawyer. When that did not hold my attention, I switched majors and ended up getting a Bachelor of Art Degree in Communications.

Out of college and short on money, I went to work as a marketing person for IBM. One of my early management experiences was when I wore a blue shirt with my suit to work. I was then taken aside and advised that my renegade shirt choice could hurt my future promotion opportunities. Five years later, I left IBM and got a call that would change my life. An old college buddy wanted to know if I would open and manage a new comedy club for him ... The Laff Stop in Newport Beach, California.

The opening act was a new guy named Robin Williams who was paid $100 for the week. I managed the club for two years and The Laff Stop

enjoyed huge success. It was also hard work. I gave notice and planned to move back to San Francisco to get into real estate. Then another old friend called and said that The Ice House in Pasadena was for sale.

The year was 1978. Did I want to buy it? Not really. I found the night club business very demanding. But I took a look at the club and said, “Let’s take a chance.”

I planned to be there for one year. Here I am 35 years later. Most of the time, I love what I do. The main job of figuring out how to get 7,000 customers a month into the club is not easy. It starts with putting on great shows. I have had the good fortune of working with new talent, giving them a venue where they grow, then seeing them headline. Every day is different and never boring, but it’s the people who keep me coming back.

Have you ever had a moment that changed your life forever, in a good way?

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Summer Art Walk The Monrovia Association of Fine Arts (MAFA) invites artists and art lovers alike to save the date for the Summer Art Walk on Saturday, July 29 from 7 to 10 p.m. along Myrtle Ave in old town Monrovia. Art lovers can stroll in the languid summer evening enjoying live music, watching live art demonstrations by MHS art students and adult artists and soaking up

the beauty and diversity of MAFA artists’ work.

Artists who’d like to display and sell their work at this midsummer arts dream should sign up now to reserve their space Just go to mafa_artwalk_artist_ registration.eventbrite.com. Need more info? Contact MAFA’s Art Walk chair, Carol Curtis, at seeccgo@gmail.com.

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New Home for Parson’s Nose Theater

2016 Production of Molière’s “The School for Wives”. Clockwise from left to right: James Calvert, Marisa Chandler, John Harnagel, Lance Davis, Aiden Rees, and Matt Franta.

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Parson’s Nose Theater is thrilled to announce our new home for our upcoming 17th Season! The (New) Parson’s Nose Abbey is located at 95 N. Marengo Ave., Ste. 110 in Pasadena and we couldn’t be more excited.

While the stage and lights are being put into place, our doors are open

for fun events such as “An Irish Celebration” in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, March 17 - 19, and “PNT Radio Theater: The Lone Ranger & Flash Gordon”, March 26 - 27. Come to Parson’s Nose for laughs, cookies, and revisiting classic stories you know and love. Learn more at www.ParsonsNose.com.

Now and Later at Pasadena Museum of History

Batchelder peacock tile. - Photo by Marlyn Woo/Joanne Wilborn

Now! Don’t miss the final week to view the popular exhibits Batchelder: Tilemaker, the first local retrospective dedicated solely to the life and work of the influential artist and educator Ernest A. Batchelder, and Cast & Fired: Pasadena’s Mid-Century Ceramics Industry, which reveals how Pasadena/ Southern California became a world leader in pottery and ceramics production.

These exhibitions are open 12 - 5 p.m. through Sunday, March 12. In addition, the exhibits will be open to the

public free of charge from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. this Friday, March 10, for ArtNight Pasadena.

Later! Come back soon and enjoy two new art-themed exhibitions, opening March 29. Art in the Street: 25 Years of the Pasadena Chalk Festival and The Art of Getting There: Railroad Inspired Artistry. For further information on the exhibits, please visit the Museum’s website at www.pasadenahistory.org. Pasadena Museum of History is located at 470 W. Walnut St., Pasadena, CA 91103. Free parking.

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A Wrinkle in Time Opens March 10 and March 11 at Sierra Madre Playhouse One dark and stormy night, the eccentric Mrs. Whatsit arrives at the home of Meg Murry, a young teen who doesn’t fit in at her New England high school.

Meg’s scientist Father vanished over two years ago, under mysterious circumstances. Aided by Mrs. Whatsit and her friends, Meg, her gifted brother Charles Wallace, and her friend Calvin are transported through time and space on a mission to rescue their Father from the evil forces that hold him prisoner on another planet. John Glore’s delightful, wildly theatrical adaptation brings Madeleine L’Engle’s acclaimed story magically to life.

Where: Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024. Ample free parking behind theatre.

When: Opens Friday, March 10 and Saturday, March 11 at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 12 at 2:30 p.m. Thereafter, Fridays at 8 p.m. and Saturdays at 2:30 p.m. through April 22, 2017.

Admission: $30. Seniors (65 +) $27. Student (13 20) $22.50. Youth (12 and under) $17.

Reservations: (626) 355-4318.

Online Ticketing: www.sierramadreplayhouse.org

Thank You Monrovia: An Open Letter From the Director of Performing Arts

The first gala to support the performing arts will be held Saturday, March 18, at the Double Tree Hotel Ballroom Our students have been given the opportunity to work with world-class teachers from Monrovia Unified School District as well as brilliant teaching artists from CAL ARTS, A Noise Within, California Dance Institute, and Broadway star, Susan Egan.

In addition to the outstanding support from our Superintendent Dr. Thorossian, and the Board of Education, the City of Monrovia, its businesses, and Mayor Tom Adams have also been very supportive of the arts.

The King and I will present our 9th professional

production for the community, opening July 13 for five performances only. For tickets and information please visit our website at LKTaylorperformingarts.com I am so thankful to be a part of this remarkable community and all it stands for.”

Sincerely, Patrick Garcia, Director of the Performing Arts Monrovia Unified School District

Students at all grade levels have been afforded the opportunity to participate in art, music, dance, and theatre programs.

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The Pasadena Playhouse Presents Two Inspiring Productions

This spring, The Pasadena Playhouse is opening dialogue about American identity and democracy with two equally timely, inspiring and intellectually stimulating productions.

The Originalist follows a bright, liberal law school graduate who embarks on a nerve-wracking clerkship with Justice Antonin Scalia, and discovers him to be both an infuriating sparring partner and an unexpected mentor. As the country waits for Scalia’s seat to be filled, The Originalist looks into the complexities of one of the most polarizing Supreme Court Justices of all time. This powerful work portrays the passionate people risking heart and soul to defend their interpretation of the truth, and the constitution.

Based on a true story, Hold These Truths is a shockingly relevant cautionary tale of the injustices perpetrated when nationalism, fear and hysteria collide. 75 years ago, an executive order called for American citizens to be ripped from their homes and forced into internment camps, detained solely based on their heritage and ancestry. Amid the chaos, one young student stands up for what he passionately believes is right in the face of a country deeply divided between national security and freedom for all.

The Pasadena Playhouse, celebrating its centennial this year, is located at 39 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101. Visit www. pasadenaplayhouse.org for more information or call (626)356-7529.

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Flappers Comedy Club- Burbank Still celebrating the repeal of prohibition

Donovan Strain performing stand-up at Flappers Comedy Club in Burbank, CA

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Laughs abound at this showcase for big-name headliners, up-and-comers & open-mike acts.

102 E Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91502 Hours: Open at 5 p.m. – 2 a.m.

Phone: (818) 845-9721

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Arcadia Unified Saves Taxpayers Over $40 million by Bond Refinancing Arcadia Unified School District's Board of Education voted unanimously at its February 28 meeting on a resolution that will save Arcadia taxpayers over $40 million.

The savings will come by way of refinancing bonds that were obtained through the Measure I, Facilities Bond. Approved by voters in November 2006, Measure I, or the Arcadia Neighborhood Schools, Health, Safety and Repair Measure, authorized $218 million of general obligation bonds to be spent solely for the improvement and modernization of Arcadia Unified School District (AUSD) schools and facilities. Fiscal management of the bonds has been overseen by AUSD Business Services, headed by Assistant Superintendent Christina Aragon.

“We constantly keep an eye out for opportunities to be sound stewards of Arcadia taxpayer money,” said Assistant Superintendent Aragon. In light of the bonds call date occurring this year, AUSD Business Services partnered with a financial

advisor to examine the option of refinancing.

“By refinancing these bonds, we will be able to take advantage of current interest rates that are lower than those originally available in 2007,” Aragon explained. “It will come at no cost to AUSD, and although it will not directly benefit AUSD, it will save Arcadia taxpayers over $40 million in taxes. The savings are exclusively for the taxpayers.”

The savings will be seen over the life of the repayment plan, which will save taxpayers, on average, 10 percent each year from taxes related to these bonds.

Measure I funding was approved for the purpose of making structural improvements to AUSD schools. To date, every project on the district's original capital improvement list has been completed, with every AUSD school receiving upgrades to classrooms and school facilities. Upgrades have included the following: improved technology and renovations in every classroom in the district; enhanced safety features, including addition-

al security lighting and fencing; upgraded landscaping and sidewalks; new phone and master bell systems; the Arcadia Performing Arts Center; improved utility and power infrastructure; new library and media centers; electronic marquees at every school; enhanced student support facilities and services; and several other needed restorations and repairs district-wide.

“The upgrades we have been able to make to our schools and facilities have created amazing learning spaces for our students and have equipped teachers with state-of-the-art teaching tools. None of this could have been accomplished without Arcadia taxpayers' support of our schools.

It makes me very happy to know we constantly adhere to best practices of fiscal responsibility in our oversight of taxpayer money.” said AUSD School Board Vice President Fenton Eng. results of the refinancing anticipated to occur at the AUSD Board of Education meeting on May 9, 2017.

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Trucks Collide at Intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Baldwin Avenue; Two Injured Two people were injured Tuesday when two full-size pickup trucks (Ford and GMC) collided at the intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Baldwin Avenue.

The drivers of the vehicles, a 54-year-old and a 19-year-old, were both transported to a local hospital with significant injuries

according to the Arcadia Police Department. A preliminary investigation, and several witnesses, indicated the driver of the GMC ran a red light for westbound traffic.

The incident is currently under investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Arcadia Police Department at (626)

574-5151, case #1701225.

If anyone prefers to provide information anonymously, they may call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800)222TIPS (8477), texting the letters TIPLA plus their tip to CRIMES (274637), or using the tip web page at Los Angeles Regional Crime Stoppers.

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No Boundaries In Art And Talent At PUSD

By May S. Ruiz

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here is no shortage of artistic talent among Pasadena students as the upcoming 12th annual ‘No Boundaries’ will once again prove. Scheduled to open on Friday, March 10, which coincides with ArtNight Pasadena, and running through March 19, at The Shops on Lake Avenue, the exhibition provides a platform for young artists in the Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) to showcase their two- and three-dimensional art.

‘No Boundaries’ will be a shuttle stop during ArtNight Pasadena, the citywide evening of art, music, and entertainment when Pasadena’s most prominent arts and cultural institutions open their doors. Presented free to the public, gallery hours are Monday to Friday, from 3 to 6 pm; Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm.

ArtNight Pasadena, sponsored by the City of Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission and the Division of

Cultural Affairs, is an ongoing partnership between the city and local cultural institutions.

Twice each year, many of the city’s non-profit arts and cultural establishments open on a Friday night to provide a variety of art, culture, and music to the public free of charge.

According to Jennifer Olson, District Arts Education Coordinator for PUSD, the first ‘No Boundaries’ was started by a former Pasadena high school teacher, Alex Schultz, and the former PUSD District Arts Coordinator, Marshall Ayers. It has always been a group effort involving Arts teachers, community arts partners, parents, and volunteers.

Olson relates, “The first year it was just middle and high school student work and it was all put up in one night in the wind tunnel at Art Center. The next year the District Arts Office decided to include every school, and the structure was set that informs how we still do it today. There is an arts representative designat-

ed at each school who selects between 12 and 32 artwork per school, depending on the size of the school and whether it is an elementary, middle or high school.”

All 26 PUSD schools submit their highest quality work which are organized visually (2D, 3D, video), rather than thematically. The exhibit is a monumental undertaking given the number of students and schools involved.

“It is a gargantuan effort!,” Olson agrees wholeheartedly. “We started accepting delivery of artwork February 2, and the exhibition doesn’t open until March 10.

So there are several weeks of registrar work – entering all the student information and statements – mounting all the artworks, and then of course building out the space, curating the art pieces, hanging the show, marketing, and event planning.”

Rochelle Branch, manager of the Cultural Affairs Division of the Pasadena Planning and Development, created

‘Bridging Boundaries’ in 2007 as an offshoot of ‘No Boundaries’ to expand access and highlight the collaboration between the City of Pasadena, and PUSD’s Arts Education.

“Arts Commissioners and a member of the community attend the installation of PUSD’s ‘No Boundaries’ exhibition and select artworks, based on their high artistic quality and merit, that will go to ‘Bridging Boundaries’”, Branch explains.

“When ‘No Boundaries’ ends on March 19, the selected art pieces are taken to a professional framer and mounted in two installments at ‘Bridging Boundaries’ exhibition hall outside City Hall Council Chambers,” adds Branch. “The city contracts with Pasadena-based artist, Denise Seider, to curate ‘No

From the top, left to right, Angel Aguirre, 5th grader at Franklin, has "Tourneols"; 1st grader at Jackson STEM, Jazmine Martinez's, "Fall Tree"; "Color Music" by Rosemary Phillips, 3rd grader at San Rafael; Eduardo Barreto's, 3rd grader at San Rafael, "Jazz Band"; "The Bright Sunflowers" by Christopher Toledo, 5th grader at Washington STEM; and Elijah Isaiah Jimenez from San Rafael has "Jazz Beauty" - Courtesy photo

Boundaries’ and ‘Bridging Boundaries’. For about five months, each student group will have its artwork up for public viewing.”

“Students get back their artwork professionally framed and get city-wide acknowledgement of the quality of their piece. They get to come with their families and friends and see their creation outside of City Hall,” Branch concludes.

This joint collaboration – among the City, PUSD, and Pasadena’s arts and cultural organizations – celebrates, showcases, and shares students’ artistic talents with the entire community. But more than public recognition, these young talented students’ selfsatisfaction in their accomplishments may be the greatest reward of all.

Monrovia Unified STEM Students Display Technical Proficiency, Leadership Skills During Robotics Competition Monrovia Unified robotics students blend technical proficiency with an ability to communicate the benefits of pursuing science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) subjects to their fellow students, while preparing business and strategic plans that identify future goals and the steps needed to achieve them.

This all-encompassing approach to robotics has enabled MUSD students to compete and excel in the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC), developing skills that will lead to achievements in college, careers in STEM and beyond.

“We want our students to think more about careers in the STEM fields,” Monrovia High robotics coordinator Tom Dobson said. “Not all of them end up following this path, but they all learn how to be effective mentors to middle and elementary school students, supportive teammates and motivated individuals. The skills they learn here translate into any career fields, and I enjoy seeing them take pride in their classrooms.”

The MUSD robotics program has greatly expanded over the past seven years. Currently, 100 high- and middle-school students have joined teams that compete in FTC-sanctioned leagues, a schedule that culminates with a series of tournaments that will eventually crown a national champion.

“It is really incredible how advanced our robotics students are,” Monrovia Unified Board President Bryan Wong said. “Seeing these students excel in complex competitions like this shows the District’s dedication to providing science and technology training in middle and high school, allowing our students to determine the career path that suits them best before they leave our campuses.”

Six MUSD teams – four from Monrovia High School, and one each from Clifton and Santa Fe middle schools – took part in the FTC Los Angeles County regional finals, held on Feb. 26 at Monrovia High, competing in a field of 49 teams from across southern California. During the 8-hour competition, students

were judged on both performance and preparation of their robots.

One Monrovia High team, the Suitbots, exhibited an impressive balance of technical proficiency and leadership skills, winning the FTC’s coveted Connect Award, which honors the team that is judged to have assembled the best business plan, while displaying exemplary professionalism.

The Suitbots will advance to the West Superregionals, to be held in Tacoma, Washington on March 9-12.

“I enjoy learning about the process that goes behind building a robot and reaching out to the engineering community,” Monrovia High junior HyeJeong Yun said. “I like how it gives me first-hand experience in a field I may want to pursue in the future.”

FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a national non-profit dedicated to inspiring young people to be science and technology leaders.

Arcadia Unified Saves Taxpayers Over $40M by Bond Refinancing Arcadia Unified School District’s Board of Education voted unanimously at its February 28 meeting on a resolution that will save Arcadia taxpayers over $40 million.

The savings will come by way of refinancing bonds that were obtained through the Measure I, Facilities Bond. Approved by voters in November 2006, Measure I, or the Arcadia Neighborhood Schools, Health, Safety and Repair Measure, authorized $218 million of general obligation bonds to be spent solely for the improvement and mod-

ernization of Arcadia Unified School District (AUSD) schools and facilities. Fiscal management of the bonds has been overseen by AUSD Business Services, headed by Assistant Superintendent Christina Aragon.

“We constantly keep an eye out for opportunities to be sound stewards of Arcadia taxpayer money,” said Assistant Superintendent Aragon.

In light of the bonds’ call date occurring this year, AUSD Business Services partnered with a financial advisor to examine the option of refinancing.

“By refinancing these bonds, we will be able to take advantage of current interest rates that are lower than those originally available in 2007,” Aragon explained. “It will come at no cost to AUSD, and although it will not directly benefit AUSD, it will save Arcadia taxpayers over $40 million in taxes. The savings are exclusively for the taxpayers.”

The savings will be seen over the life of the repayment plan, which will save taxpayers, on average, 10 percent each year from taxes related to these bonds.

Measure I funding was approved for the purpose of making structural improvements to AUSD schools. To date, every project on the district’s original capital improvement list has been completed, with every AUSD school receiving upgrades to classrooms and school facilities. Upgrades have included the following: improved technology and renovations in every classroom in the district; enhanced safety features, including additional security lighting and fencing; upgraded landscaping and

sidewalks; new phone and master bell systems; the Arcadia Performing Arts Center; improved utility and power infrastructure; new library and media centers; electronic marquees at every school; enhanced student support facilities and services; and several other needed restorations and repairs district-wide.

“The upgrades we have been able to make to our schools and facilities have created amazing learning spaces for our students and have equipped teachers with state-of-the-art teaching

tools. None of this could have been accomplished without Arcadia taxpayers’ support of our schools. It makes me very happy to know we constantly adhere to best practices of fiscal responsibility in our oversight of taxpayer money,” said AUSD School Board Vice President Fenton Eng. Post-resolution approval, AUSD Business Services will secure these taxpayer savings, with a presentation of the results of the refinancing anticipated to occur at the AUSD Board of Education meeting on May 9, 2017.

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The Behavior Savior Why Law Enforcement Needs Reinforcement

By Jordan Yassine

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he job of our law enforcement is to serve and protect. However, the meaning of these words are vague. Who and what are police officers “serving and protecting”?

While this may seem like a common sense question, it’s a reasonable one to ask. Police departments across the country have adopted this famous phrase. And each department has a different philosophy. For this reason, we should have an answer.

Unfortunately, the reputation of law enforcement has suffered over the past year.

With the recent police brutality videos, people are questioning the intentions of officers more than ever. Tensions between law enforcement and society have been at their highest in decades. “Serve and protect” are the last words some communities would use for law enforcement.

The issues that police departments are facing didn’t

appear out of nowhere. In fact, they’ve been brewing all along. It has to do with the methods officers use to enforce the law. It’s no big secret that law enforcement likes to punish law breakers. Punishment is effective.

It works quickly to get rid of unwanted behavior. It’s also convenient. ‘Punishment’ can take on many forms including fines, arrests, and property seizures. While these methods keep society in line, they do have their side effects. It’s these side effects that are beginning to haunt our officers.

Behavioral science has spent decades studying the side effects of punishment.

According to a research article in the Psychological Record, one side effect includes aggression. We tend to attack our punisher. Another side effect includes modeling those who punish us. For example, five police officers in Dallas were shot last year. They were murdered as ‘payback’ for na-

tionwide police shootings. It’s these side effects that have shaken police departments across the country.

If law enforcement wants to improve its image then it needs a new philosophy. An alternative to punishment is reward. Enforcing the law shouldn’t just mean punishing those who break it. It can also mean rewarding those who follow it. Vouchers, tax breaks, and token systems are some of the ways good citizens can be rewarded.

Research has shown that rewards help alleviate the side effects of punishment. Rewards also help strengthen relationships. In a time of unease, “serve and protect” can take on a new meaning. Rewards better serve communities and help protect police officers. Society can no longer ignore the side effects of punishment and the tension that it brings. What does law enforcement stand to lose by rewarding us?

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BY Emmy Hernandez Certified Financial Planner® Practitioner, Attorney at Law

Taking Aim as Opposed to Shooting from the Hip: Five Investment Fundamentals to Follow (Part Two of Two)

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onfidence comes from researching firms and fund managers before investing in them. This is a large part of what makes Warren Buffett such a consistently successful investor. He doesn’t zig zag with the market's every move.

He's patient and does thorough research. In ‘Warren Buffett Invests Like a Girl’, Louann Loften outlines the philosophy of “sticking with what you know”.2 Select vehicles that reflect your understanding or that you personally utilize as a consumer. Companies that offer useful products, good services and strong ethics tend to have better long-term prospects.

The goal is to avoid the off the cuff transactions that are endemic with speculation. If you’re unsure of a particular investment, spend the time to learn a bit more. To paraphrase Bertrand Russell: self-doubt is often a sign of intelligence.

The confidence that comes from self-found knowledge creates calmer, more disciplined decision making.

Buy and hold doesn’t mean buy and forget. As Economic conditions inevitably change, your portfolio’s success will require periodic review. The prospects of individual investments, or an entire class, will inevitably alter. The goal is to not let your asset allocations drift too significantly. When rebalancing your portfolio, consider acquiring more of an asset class that has sunk below its intended proportion - possibly by using some of the proceeds of an asset class that’s become larger than expected.

Another reason for periodic reassessment: your

priorities will change over time and your holdings will need to reflect those shifts.

For example, as you get closer to retirement, you might decide to increase your allocation of less volatile assets or move into something that provides an income stream.

Annual diversification and rebalancing offers yet further benefit: it addresses the ‘disposition effect’.

This defines the tendency to hold onto consistently lagging stocks due the belief that their value will soon spike. Anomalies should encourage caution, not risky wagers.

It’s vitally important to avoid overconfidence.

We are currently experiencing unprecedented market heights that will very likely change. Admittedly, there are no obvious signs of a downturn. The GDP has slowed to 2%, but unemployment is low at 4.7%. Wages are up almost 3% percent over the past 12 months. The American economy still appears strong.1 A considerable concern is that the market's current incline could embolden too much bravado. Continued uncertainty seems fairly assured. Seth Klarman, the ‘quiet giant’ of the financial industry, was unusually pointed in his most recent letter to investors. “Not only is [Donald] Trump unpredictable, he’s apparently deliberately so. He has said its part of his plan. The president”, Karman continued, “is high volatility. Investors generally abhor volatility and shun uncertainty. The erratic tendencies and overconfidence in his own wisdom and judgment, which he has demonstrated to date, are inconsistent with

sound decision making.”2 Attitude should stem from aptitude. As in chess, understanding how each piece moves and knowing how to set them up in their initial stance is the simple part. The skill comes in recognizing how opposing forces are operating and then deciding how to reposition your principals to orchestrate the proper response.

Our new president has promised to unleash economic growth by reducing corporate taxes and curtailing federal regulations.

Institutional investors’ presumption about the future prospects of American business is a big reason for the stock market’s current rise.

But individual industry segments may be disappointed by particular policies coming out of the White House.

Agra-business has already voiced concern about potentially reduced labor pools. Campaign assurances for new construction may be delayed by congressional gridlock. Tourism from overseas could soon decline. Backing out of international trade deals will certainly offer up a mixed bag of outcomes.

To punctuate the moral: Responding to today’s uncertainty requires a level head. Overreaction will exacerbate volatility and could lead you into very ornery territory.

1. https://www.census. gov/economic-indicators/ 2 . h t t p s : / / w w w. n y times.com/2017/02/06/ business/dealbook/sorkinseth-klarman-trump-investors.html Securities and advisory services offered through National Planning Corporation (NPC), Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser. EH Financial and NPC are separate and unrelated companies. This material contains forward-looking statements.

Undue reliance should not be placed on such statements because, by their nature, they are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties. The opinions voiced are for general information only. They are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual and do not constitute an endorsement by NPC. • Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

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Viewing Food Through the Eyes of a Millennial Posting pictures of food is synonymous with the foodie culture as people’s tastes are starting to expand and phones become our dining companions

By Christina Ying

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e have a visceral relationship with food and social media is our dope dealer.

“When a friend reposts a picture of some irresistible fried chicken sandwich, my first thought is: Well, I know what I'm doing this weekend,” says Chad Eschman, a writer and cocktail enthusiast in Los Angeles. Eschman is not alone, having a constant influx of succulent and delectable images of food is a fail proof way to engage people’s interest into your life. The perfect photo of a fatty or sugary dish, that’s meticulously arranged, with the glow of the perfect sunset triggers a sensory overload we cannot bear.

Posting pictures of food is synonymous with the foodie culture as people’s tastes are starting to expand. If you’ve tried a new dish or restaurant in the past five years, you either made the discovery through your personal network or you found it through a social media influencer.

“Influencers like us play

a large role in the community,” says Kristopher Lam of Irregularlens (10.4K followers). “It has opened up doors to how people are influenced while also relaying their experience of where they last ate.”

You can’t entice people without excellent food photography. A patron using his expensive digital SLR camera to take a picture of his tac os is not an uncommon site at many LA hotspots. In addition, there are countless online articles teaching people how to take pictures of food.

The effort usually pays off as not all food photos are created equal.

With the launch of Instagram in 2010, everyone became a professional photographer. Its sleek filters and sharing capacity made the app an instant hit and a crucial tool for everyone’s life. Some food bloggers take at least a hundred photos before finding one that is “Instagrammable.” It’s crucial that your food looks like art because with the wrong angle and lighting, your heavenly plate of truf-

fle pasta can resemble a wear their clothes. The plate of vomit. same goes for food. In adFor many food phodition to being able to eat tographers, the creative at the top restaurants for aspect is what drives free, your influence can them to share their work. lead to larger entertain“I think food is ment deals such as pubbeautiful to look at,” says lishing a book or hosting blogger Christine Khan. your own show.

“I don't think it's any difBefore hosting her ferent than sharing a porown show on the Food trait of a person or even Network, Ree Drummond scenery.” Khan’s Insta(a.k.a. the Pioneer Womgram account, imhungry an) started as a blogger.

(106k followers), delivAlthough her success preers exactly what we love ceded the Instagram era, about food porn, with her crisp and colorful phoposts that capture the tos played a huge role in variant and vibrant reds painting a narrative about of a strawberry shorther life that ultimately becake, the perfectly melted came a successful brand. cheese of the right slice of Off Menu Charcoal Ice Cream Cone @ Scratch/ People have since pizza, and the snow like Bar & Kitchen. - Courtesy photo / Yasmin Alishav adapted, and with every texture of powder sugar great photo you see on dusted on beignets. and motivates me to share Instagram, there’s a poKhan is surprised at the what I love.” tential for financial growth. interest that people have in Social media influenc- By adding a recipe that’s ather food choices. “I used to ers have a huge role in how tached to certain food brands, just share these photos so my products are marketed. If you or gaining sponsorships family and friends could see follow a fashionable woman based on your number of what I eat. Apparently, there who has a huge social media followers, a food influencer are a lot of other people who following, it’s likely that she’s could easily replicate Drumappreciate my content too so also being sponsored by sev- mond’s success. You just have that really keeps me going eral brands who pay her to to expand the possibilities of

what one photo could bring.

Prestigious food publications such as Saveur have taken notice of the impact of social media on the food and drink world, exposing its cultured readership to 20 Instagram accounts that meet their gourmet standards. It’s indicative of the changing times, as consumers now look to social media to find new food recommendations and food experts.

“Currently I have around 40,000 followers on my food account,” he says. “Prior to social media restaurant discovery and marketing relied heavily on directory and rating sites like yelp. Social media has given unprecedented access to new trends, new restaurants, and new recipes that otherwise would go undiscovered without the presence of networks like Instagram and twitter. Restaurants have told me hundreds of people have come in asking for the particular meal that I’ve showcased in past posts.”

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Karen "Kay" O'Brien of Arcadia

Gordon Charles Schneiders Sept. 27, 1933 – March 2 2017

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aren "Kay" O'Brien lived in Arcadia for over 30 years.

She was born in Enid, Oklahoma. She is survived by her husband, Terry, and 3 children, Jeff, Lisa and Sheri. Kay was actively involved in her children's activities throughout their lives. She was the den mother for Boy Scouts, and the troop leader for Blue Birds and Girl Scouts. Kay coached little league softball teams too. She worked at the San Gabriel Valley Medical Center for 19 years.

Kay and Terry retired to Bishop, CA 18 years ago, where Kay was active in the Rotary Club. Kay was a friendly, optimistic and generous person who is missed tremendously by her family and many friends. Kay's memorial service will be held in Bishop at the United Methodist Church on Saturday, March 11th at 1:00.

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etired Captain Schneiders of the Arcadia Police Department passed peacefully last Thursday.

He was born in Sioux City, Iowa and moved to Arcadia, California in 1954. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1952 - 1954. He married Yolanda Kohl on May 25, 1957. They had three children: Marie, Ray, and Linda.

He joined the Arcadia Police Department in 1963, worked his way up the ranks, and

retired as a Captain in 1986. Yolanda passed in 2004. He is survived by his sister, Judy Hoover, his brother, Tom Schneiders, his three children, and his grandchildren, Brent, Brittney, and Kevin.

Services to be held at Douglass & Zook Mortuary in Monrovia, California on March 9 and 10.

Former Captain Schneiders of the Arcadia PD. – Courtesy photo

Joe A. Hinojos, 101 March 16, 1915 – March 2, 2017 Karen "Kay" O'Brien.

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hotographer Joe A.Hinojos, a 50 year Sierra Madre resident passed away Thursday morning two weeks shy of his 102nd birthday.

He was a sergeant in the army in WWII and was assigned to the Fort Ord Panorama Newspaper where he took many pictures of army life, including one picture that became a recruiting poster for the American Legion. He also took the pictures documenting the exhumation of now Saint Junipero Serra.

He lived in Sierra Madre for over 50 years where he made his living as a professional photogra-

pher, including taking regular retreat photographs at the Mater Dolorosa Retreat House. His photographs over the decades of events in Sierra Madre have been donated and have been a significant contribution to the Sierra Madre Historical Society.

He moved to Leona Valley in 1972, but he stayed in contact with many people and still visited friends in Sierra Madre for many years.

He is survived by his wife Patricia, his son Mark, his daughter Benita, her husband Robert and their three children, Cheyenne, Clint and Dallas, and three nephews.

Photographer Joe A.Hinojos

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Arcadia City Notices PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE – CITY COUNCIL Description:

Date of Hearing: Time of Hearing: Place of Hearing:

Ordinance No. 2346 to amend Chapter 4 of Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code with an Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) to establish requirements and regulations for registration of responsible parties for unoccupied residences in the City of Arcadia and to reorganize and update the City’s property maintenance and nuisance abatement regulations Tuesday, March 21, 2017 7:00 p.m.

Council Chambers at Arcadia City Hall 240 West Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Arcadia, will hold a public hearing at its Regular Meeting of March 21, 2017, beginning at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, in the Council Chambers at Arcadia City Hall, 240 West Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007, to hear public testimony of all interested parties for the purpose of: Introducing Ordinance No. 2346 to amend Chapter 4 of Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code with an Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) to establish requirements and regulations for the registration of responsible parties for unoccupied residences in the City of Arcadia and to reorganize and update the City’s property maintenance and nuisance abatement regulations.

The case file for the proposed ordinance is available for public review at Arcadia City Hall in the Planning Services office during regular business hours; 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; and every other Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Arcadia City Hall is closed every other Friday). Arcadia City Hall will be closed Friday, March 17, 2017. For further information regarding this matter, please contact Jim Kasama, Community Development Administrator at (626) 574-5442, or jkasama@ArcadiaCA.gov.

The proposed ordinance has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), the State and local CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City. The proposed Ordinance will have no significant effect on the environment and is therefore not a “project” for purposes of CEQA. As such, no further environmental review is required.

Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15000 et seq.) section 15060(c)(2), CEQA does not apply to activities that will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Similarly, under State CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3), where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility of a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Finally, under State CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5), CEQA does not apply to administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. Here, the proposed Ordinance merely rearranges an existing City Ordinance, and establishes a registration process for vacant properties. The proposed Ordinance does not change land use designations, development regulations, or permit or prohibit development. Therefore, no environmental impacts will occur.

Any interested person may attend the meeting and be heard or present written comments to the City Council at or prior to the conclusion of the public hearing. According to Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the City Council action in court or at an administrative proceeding, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the public hearing.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerks Office at (626) 574-5455. Notification three business days prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. /s/

Jim Kasama Community Development Administrator

Publish: Thursday, March 9, 2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY

Monrovia City Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MONROVIA CITY COUNCIL 415 SOUTH IVY AVENUE MONROVIA, CA 91016 A public hearing will be held by the City Council of Monrovia at 7:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, at City Hall in the Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, to determine whether or not the following request for Historic Landmark Designation and Mills Act Contract should be approved under Title 17 Historic Preservation Ordinance of the Mon-

rovia Municipal Code.

APPLICATION Historic Landmark HL-141/Mills Act Contract MA-131 Siu K. Cheung, Property Owner 438 West Duarte Road Monrovia, CA 91016 ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION Categorical Exemption (Class 1) Staff Report pertaining to this item will be available on Thursday, March 16, 2017, at the Monrovia City Hall, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, Community Development Department/Planning Division and online at www.cityofmonrovia.org.

For further information regarding this application, please contact the Planning Division at (626) 932-5565.

Este aviso es para informarle sobre una junta pública acerca de la propiedad indicada más arriba.

Si necesita información adicional en español, favor de ponerse en contacto con el Departamento de Planificación al número (626) 932-5565.

Sheri Bermejo Planning Division Manager PUBLISH ON THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2017 MONROVIA WEEKLY

Trustee Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST Loan No.: 2663 / WIA Marketing, LLC RESS Order No.: 76059 A.P. NUMBER 8519-005-023 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/15/2015, UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on 03/16/2017, at 10:00AM of said day, Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766, Newport Home Loan, Inc., a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Wia Marketing, LLC, a California Limited Liability Company recorded on 06/25/2015, in Book n/a of Official Records of LOS ANGELES County, at page n/a, Recorder's Instrument No. 20150761077, by reason of a breach or default in payment or performance of the obligations secured thereby, including that breach or default, Notice of which was recorded 11/10/2016 as Recorder's Instrument No. 20161405497, in Book n/a, at page n/a, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, lawful money of the United States, evidenced by a Cashier's Check drawn on a state or national bank, or the equivalent thereof drawn on any other financial institution specified in section 5102 of the California Financial Code, authorized to do business in the State of California, ALL PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF SALE, all right, title and interest held by it as Trustee, in that real property situated in said County and State, described as follows: Lot 2 and portion of Lot 7, Block A, Keefer Subdivision of Lots 74 and 75 Santa Anita Rancho, per Map Book 34, page 6, Miscellaneous Records The street address or other common designation of the real property hereinabove described is purported to be: 140 East Hillcrest Boulevard, MONROVIA, CA 91016.

The undersigned disclaims all liability for any incorrectness in said street address or other common designation. Said sale will be made without warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, or other encumbrances, to satisfy the unpaid obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest and other sums as provided therein; plus advances, if any, thereunder and interest thereon; and plus fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of said obligations at the time of initial publication of this Notice is $1,121,919.48. In the event that the deed of trust described in this Notice of Trustee's Sale is secured by real property containing from one to four singlefamily residences, the following notices are provided pursuant to the provisions of Civil Code section 2924f: NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may

be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee's sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 76059.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not be immediately reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Dated: 02/13/2017 Newport Home Loan, Inc., a California corporation, as Trustee By: RESS Financial Corporation, a California corporation, Its Agent By: Bruce R. Beasley, President 1780 Town and Country Drive, Suite 105, Norco, CA 92860-3618 (SEAL) Tel.: (951) 270-0164 or (800)3437377 FAX: (951)270-2673 Trustee's Sale Information: (916) 939-0772 or www. nationwideposting.com NPP0302087 To: MONROVIA WEEKLY 02/23/2017, 03/02/2017, 03/09/2017 MONROVIA WEEKLY NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST APN: 5785-001-018 Order No. 01180-235753 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, EXECUTED ON APRIL 1, 2015.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the real property situated in Los Angeles County, California, known as 608 West Camino Real Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007, and having assessor's Parcel Number 5785-001-018, and described as:The land hereinafter referred to is situated in the City of Arcadia, County of Los Angeles, State of CA, and is described as follows:The North 120 feet of the East one-half of Lot 10 of Tract No. 5907, in the City of Arcadia, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as per Map recorded in Book 63, Page 67 of Maps, in the Office of the County recorder of said County.

APN: 5785-001-018. THE PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION at the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 on March 22, 2017 at 11:00 AM, TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER for CASH (cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank; check drawn on a state or federal credit union, savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Financial Code Section 5102 and authorized to do business in California). The sale will be made without covenant or warranty of title, possession, or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by the deed of trust, all advances thereunder, interest provided therein, and fees, charges, and expenses of the trustee. The original sum stated in the deed of trust is $600,000.00 executed

by Peter Wong, a single man and Queenie Wai Ko, a Single Woman, as joint tenants, as original trustor, to Title 365, as original trustee, for the benefit of Cupertino Capital, Inc. Profit Sharing Plan, as to an undivided 100.00000000% interest, as beneficiary (the original beneficiary), and recorded on April 6, 2015, as Instrument Number 20150371986 in the Official Records of Los Angeles County, California.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the real property to be sold and the reasonably estimated costs, expenses, and advances as of February 10, 2017 is $680,420.00 (estimate).

Accrued interest and additional advances,

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The Beneficiary may elect to bid less than their full credit bid. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell.If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right's against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. The undersigned trustee is appointed and substituted as trustee under that certain Substitution of Trustee recorded on August 19, 2016 as Instrument Number 20160990295 in the official records of Los Angeles County. For inquiries regarding payment please contact: Cupertino Capital, Inc., 700 Mistletoe Road, Suite 106, Ashland, OR 97520, 949-330-3437. For inquiries regarding sale, please contact Geraci Law Firm, c/o Nema Daghbandan, 90 Discovery, Irvine, California 92618, (949) 379-2600. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714 730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site www.LPSASAP.com, using the file number assigned to this case 453087. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Dated: February 27, 2017 Trustee Geraci Law Firm By:Name: Nema Daghbandan Its: Assistant Secretary A-4611256 03/02/2017, 03/09/2017, 03/16/2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY

Public Notices ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Emily Anne Johnson FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: SS027010 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 1725 Main St, Santa Monica, Ca 90401, West Judicial District District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Emily Anne Johnson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Emily Anne Johnson to Proposed name Eminy Anne Harrison 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/7/17 Time: 8:30AM Dept: K Room A203: The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: MONROVIA WEEKLY DATED: February 17, 2017 Gerald Rosenberg JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. February 23, March 2, 9, 16 2017 MONROVIA WEEKLY ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Jessica Terry Rodriguez FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: BS167327 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 111 N Hill Street, Ca 90012 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Jessica Terry Rodriguez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Jessica Terry Rodriguez to Proposed name Jessica Dianne Rodriguez , b. Jessica Terry Rodriguez to Proposed name Jessica Dianne Rodriguez 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if

any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 04/25/17 Time: 10:00AM Dept: 44 Room: 418 The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Monrovia Weekly DATED: January 10, 2017 Mark A.Borenstein JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2017 MONROVIA WEEKLY ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Weiyao Xu and Kathryn Xu FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES020578 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 600 East Broadway, Glendale, Ca 91206, North Central District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner Weiyao Xu and Kathryn Xu filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Viola Xu to Proposed name Ariel Zihan Xu 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/5/17 Time: 8:30AM Dept: D Room: The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: ARCADIA WEEKLY DATED: February 17, 2017 Darrell Mavis JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. March 9, 16, 23, 30, 2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY NOTICE OF LIEN SALE DRY DOCK STORAGE 3131 SOUTH PECK ROAD MONROVIA, CA 91016 The contents of the storage units below consists mainly of household and or office goods.

The contents of: Robert Gasper MS62 & MS113 will be sold on Friday March 24, 2017 at 10:00 am For additional information contact Dry Dock Storage at the above address or call (626) 445-8762 9am-5pm daily Publish March 9 & 16, 2017 MONROVIA WEEKLY NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 ET seq.) the undersigned will sell at public auction on Thursday March 23, 2017 Personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items located at: Stor America – Arcadia 5630 Peck Rd., Arcadia, CA 91006 4:30 pm Duarte, Kristina G. Campo Carol A. Lopez, Richard A. Chriss, Alta M. Zapata, Carlos E. Nides, Edna M. Campos, Richard D. Lujan, Melanie A. Flood, Pierre F. Hicks, Sheryl E. Arreola, Jorge All sales are subject to prior cancellation. All terms, rules and regulations are available at time of sale. Dated this 9th, of March and 16th, of March 2017 by StorAmerica – Arcadia, 5630 Peck Rd., Arcadia, CA. 91006 (626) 303-3000 Fax (626) 303-6470 3/9, 3/16/17 CNS-2983513# ARCADIA WEEKLY NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 ET seq.) the undersigned will sell at public auction on Thursday March 23, 2017 personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items located At: StorAmerica – Duarte 2250 Central Ave Duarte CA 91010 12:00 pm Delfn Vivian V. aka Delfin, Vivian V. Koelliker, Dwan A. Zapata, Eric I. Brown, Shawndel L. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. All terms, rules and regulations are available at time of sale. Dated this 9th, of March and 16th, of March 2017 by StorAmerica, 2250 Central Ave Duarte, Ca. 91010 office (626) 930-0036 Fax (626) 930-1396 3/9, 3/16/17 CNS-2983521# ARCADIA WEEKLY

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Monrovia Defeats Muir 10-7 in a Hitting Frenzy Story and Photo By Jacob Bigley

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he Monrovia Wildcats faced off against the Muir Mustangs in the teams 2nd game of the 2017 Dave Moore Tourney. Both the Mustangs and Wildcats dropped their first games on Tuesday and were searching for their first win of the Tournament.

Starting for the Monrovia Wildcats was Josh Delgado (#5) who pitched three innings recording four hits, six runs, three walks and five strikeouts.

The Mustangs started off hot against Delgado as they racked up three quick runs in the top of the first inning. Their lead was short lived as the Wildcats answered right back with three runs of their own in the bottom of the first.

The Mustangs starter was Jesse Zarazua who finished the night with four innings pitched, nine hits, 6 runs, four earned runs, four walks and three strikeouts.

Monrovia jumped out to a three run lead of their own in the second inning as the Wildcats continued their hot streak at the plate. The Mustangs found their swing in the fourth inning causing Monroviaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head Coach, Brad Blackmore, to turn to his second pitcher of the night, Chandler Gorman (#12). Gorman took over the mound with runners on first and third and closed out the fourth at six a piece, heading in the fifth inning tied up.

Gorman (1.2 innings, two hits, one run, one earned run, one walk and one strikeout) came back out on to the mound

to start the fifth but was pulled when he found himself left with two outs and bases loaded with the score still tied at six.

Monrovia turned to their ace, Patrick Goebel (#24), to get their last out of the fifth inning but a soft hit ground ball between third and short resulted in a score for the Mustangs and the lead (7-6). Goebel struck out the next batter.

The Mustangs took the field with relief pitcher Valente Vera (#22) in hopes of maintaining their lead.

However, Monrovia had other ideas, as they racked up their third, three run inning of the game and rode their way to a 10-7 victory.

Patrick Goebel earned the win pitching a total of 2.1 innings with 0 hits.

0 runs, 0 earned runs, 0 walks and six strikeouts.

Goebel also went two for two from the plate, earning an RBI and two hits.

The Monrovia Wildcats, as a team, had a .536 batting average with 15 hits and 8 RBIs. The stars at the plate were: G. Arellano: three for four with 3 RBIs on 2 Hits and 1 walk, J. Gomeztrejo: three for three with 1 RBI on 3 hits and 1 walk and Jayden Scott (#27) who went three for three with 1 RBI on 3 hits and a walk.

The Muir Mustangs finished with a batting percentage of .233 and recorded 7 hits with 5 RBIs. Their most efficient hitters were Jesse Zarazua who went two for three with 2 hits and RBI and a 1 walk also Kevin Torres who hit two for four with two hits and an RBI.

Jayden Scott (#27) celebrates with teammates as they cross home plate.

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Registration Open for 2017 California Senior Games Championships in Pasadena Excitement is building for the 2017 Pasadena Senior Games / California Senior Games Championships, a series of competitive sporting events for athletes ages 50 and older from May 6 to June 25 at venues in Pasadena and throughout Los Angeles County.

Registration is now open for the nearly 25 athletic competitions from archery to volleyball. Registration deadlines and fees vary.

“There is no limit to what today’s mature athletes can accomplish,” said Nancy Adams, coordinator of the Pasadena Senior Games. “From their 50s to their 90s, these remarkable competitors achieve their personal best and prove that physical activity is the key to a long, happy and healthy life.”

Competitive events include archery, basketball shooting, men’s 3x3 basket-

ball tournament, billiards tournament, bowling tournament, cycling time trials and road races, disc golf, 5K fun walk, horseshoe pitching, pickleball, power lifting competition, power walking, pushups, race walking, racquetball tournament, road race, road walk, shuffleboard, women’s softball tournament, strength challenge, swimming, table tennis, tennis, track and field and volleyball.

To register and for more information, visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org and click on Senior Games 2017; email NancyA@PasadenaSeniorCenter.org or call (626)685-6754. Volunteers are needed as well.

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ARCADIA

$1,399,000

Classic South facing, single story home on beautiful tree lined street in the prestigious Lower Rancho area of Arcadia. Open 2,195 sq.ft. floor plan Living room with fireplace and dining area with fireplace. Four bedrooms, three baths, French doors in three. Huge master bedroom and bath with dual sinks. Pool, 2 patios, wet bar. Oversized double attached garage, workshop with storage space all on a large 14,202 sq.ft. lot. (M1015)

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NORTH EL MONTE

$748,000

Two Story New Custom Home. You will love the Top Quality Architectural Design. This home offers Huge Living room, Formal Dining Room, Fireplace, Top of the line Kitchen w/granite counters, center island and granite floors. 4 bedrooms includes Two Master Suites 1 with Jacuzzi Tub and walk in closets. 3 car garage.(R11640) Call Brendan Ramirez 626-353-2233

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GLENDORA

$1,395,000

Located in tranquil Morgan Ranch Community with three levels. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 5 ½ bathrooms, living room, family room, formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast nook, breakfast bar, center island, dishwasher and plenty of cabinet space. Master suite with walk in closet, sitting area occupies entire area. Main floor with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and laundry room. Gazebo and built-in BBQ. Three car garage.

(S2200)

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LOS ANGELES $738,000 Excellent opportunity to own this one of a kind hard to find, duplex corner lot built in 2004, each unit has 4 bedroom 2 bath. Just a few minutes from down town LA, ideal for someone who wants live in one and rent the one. Call Brendan Ranurez 626-353-2233. (W1803) CENTURY 21 LUDECKE INC 626-445-0123

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EASTVALE

$510,800

Gorgeous 2 Story Beautiful Family Home !!! 5 bedroom and 3 baths (4 up 1 down). 3,168 Building SQFT, and lot area: 6,534 SQFT. Kitchen flows comfortably into the 2nd family room where you’ll find a cozy fireplace with built-in seating at the hearth. Formal Dining Area distinguished by classic chandelier which flows elegantly into the 1st Family Room Area. Utility/Wash Room with hook-ups Loft Area-could be used as office or sitting/reading area. Low Maintenance manicured landscaping with adult trees and shrubs, Automatic Sprinklers, Attached 3-car garage Call Yolanda Padilla 323-770-7626. (T7183)

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EL MONTE

$90,000

Clear Eye Care Optometry. UNION PLAZA Attractive optometry practice opportunity in a busy retail center with easy freeway access. The practice provides routine exams, contact lenses and eye glasses. Well-equipped facility with low maintenance and stable income. There is realistic growth potential by expanding to a full-time schedule for the owner. The seller can also provide a consultation period to buyer for a smooth transition if needed. Prize includes all inventories and equipment. Call Florence Lee 626-228-6497. (L10990)

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CRESTLINE

$499,999

Six unit multiplex in Crestline. Ideal for business or family home with income. Three buildings. One owner’s unit 2 bedrooms, 1 bath has downstairs rental 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Second building has three 1 bedroom, 1 bath units. Third unit 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Covered parking plus off street parking spaces. Walk to grocery store, park, library, restaurants and Lake. Great condition. Nothing else like this in the mountains. (R664) CENTURY 21 VILLAGE REALTY 626-355-1451

HINKLEY

$30,600

Usable 33.28 ac vacant land not to far from the Mojave River beautiful Desert view, near the city of Barstow. This property has been in the family for over 40 years. Buyer(s) should have the land survey, property sold as is. Bring your clients or investors and check with San Bernardino County. Call Gwen Highley 909615-2399. (H0)

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FONTANA

$369,000

This is truly and entertainment home. Adjacent to the property is a storage/office room, and the other side is another room. The kitchen is newly painted with new lighting fixtures next to huge laundry room. The living room is bright with huge picture window from top to bottom. Master suite has a fireplace, and a master bath with an oversize Jacuzzi bath tub. Central air and heating.

Call Maureen Twyman (626)216-7353. (M6221) CENTURY 21 LUDECKE INC 626-445-0123

MONROVIA

$29,000

GLENDORA

$95,000

HINKLEY

$18,000

Fantastic sought after gated mobile home community. Built in 2004, large fenced backyard, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Open floor plan. Covered porch, living room, open kitchen with breakfast counter and pantry. Dining area, family room, master bedroom with walk-in closet and sunken tub. Community pool, spa, sauna, workout gym, laundry facility, library, large clubhouse and plenty of visitors parking. (B1630) CENTURY 21 VILLAGE REALTY 626-355-1451

Fine Stationary & Gifts. Perfect business for an owner operator that loves design work for events and special occasions.

Located in downtown Monrovia near north end of the strip.

This is a high traffic retail street that have regular street fairs and parades.(M401)

Usable 20 ac vacant land near the Mojave River beautiful Desert view, near city of Barstow. This property has been in the family for over 100 years. Buyer(s) should have the land survey, property to be sold as is. Bring your clients or invertors and check with San Bernardino County. Call Gwen Highley 909-615-2399. (H0)

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SIERRA MADRE

$3,800/MONTH

Fantastic location. Walking distance to town and short proximity to Pasadena. Large lot. Back unit. Large living area. Residential /Commercial. Mixed zoning. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Kitchen with Refrigerator and stove and eating area. Mountain views. New carpeting. Garage in back.

Lots of parking in the back. Large backyard. (S505) CENTURY 21 VILLAGE REALTY 626-355-1451

DIAMOND BAR

$3,000/MONTH

Beautiful Two Stories Single Family Home!!! Belonging to Awarding Wining Walnut School District. 4 Bed, 3 Bath w/t one bedroom and one bathroom located on main floor. Extra-large master suite with sitting or working area. Living room and dining room w/t high ceiling & new laminated wood flooring, new paints, bright and airy. Family room open to kitchen area with fireplace. Kitchen equipped with high quality cabinet and granite counter top. Double door main entrance and with fenced beautiful pool at the back. Laundry room comes w/t front end loaded modern washer and dryer. 2 cars attached garage. Turnkey Condition and Must See! Call Stephen Leung (626-664-4833 (C1420)

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RIVERSIDE

$1,480/MONTH

2 story townhome located within a well maintained gated community!!!

3 bedroom, one and half bathroom, very Bright and airy. All bedrooms are on upper level. New Paints, main floor with spacious living, dining and kitchen. Washer & dryer hookup inside the unit. An additional approx. 300 sq ft private enclosed patio perfect for BBQ and outdoor activities, 2 cars parking. Community pool and park area.

Call Stephen Leung (626-664-4833 (C1183)

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SMARTER.BOLDER.FASTER

ROSEMEAD

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CENTURY 21 Village Realty Sierra Madre 626.355.1451 c21village.com CalBRE# : 01360317

$529,000

This 1036 Sq.Ft plus 145 Sq. ft more house sits on 6093 Sq.Ft lot.

Features 3 Bed, 2 Bath and Den on quiet cul-de- sec. Built in 1951 but brand new paint in and out and remodeled. Surrounded with newer house and good school district. Near by Encinita Elementary, Rosemead High, great city park and community center for all family activities. Call Theresa Spurney 626-233-0432 (P9428)