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BOB BARTLETT MEMORIAL UNVEILED IN MONROVIA The following are the remarks made by Carole Choucair Oueijan, the artist who created the memorial for former Mayor Bob Bartlett at its unveiling on Sunday: “I am very honored to have been the chosen artist to create the memorial art piece for Mayor Bob Bartlett in the City of Monrovia. This sculptural mosaic rises from the earth across the plaza at the Monrovia Gold Line station, welcoming and bidding farewell to the travel-
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ers who benefit from the fruits of his long-lasting labors each and every day...echoing the intersection between Monrovia’s old and new. The CorTen steel panels pay homage to Bob’s ambition for the city’s growth while humbly maintaining its rich cultural history. The angled panels are oriented for viewing from every angle along the station, reflecting Bob’s earnest SEE MEMORIAL PAGE 13
Services Have Been Set For Monrovia Icon Fred Bowden Susan MOTANDER motander@yahoo.com
Fred Bowden, who died several days ago in Mexico, will be remembered at a service at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Arcadia on Friday, March 23rd at 10 am. The church is located at 512 W.
Duarte Road. It is just east of Baldwin Avenue. Mayor Tom Adams paid tribute to Bowden with the following comments:” Monrovia has lost an Icon. I have had the pleasure of knowing Fred Bowden as a SEE BOWDEN PAGE 12
THE MONROVIA OLD TOWN REPORT Pam FITZPATRICK, Columnist pam@oldtownreport.com
The following are the remarks made by Carole Choucair Oueijan, the artist who created the memorial for former Mayor Bob Bartlett at its unveiling on Sunday: “I am very honored to have been the chosen artist to create the memorial art piece for Mayor Bob Bartlett in the City of Monrovia. This sculptural mosaic rises from the earth across the plaza at the Monrovia Gold Line station, welcoming
and bidding farewell to the travelers who benefit from the fruits of his long-lasting labors each and every day... echoing the intersection between Monrovia’s old and new. The CorTen steel panels pay homage to Bob’s ambition for the city’s growth while humbly maintaining its rich cultural history. The angled panels are SEE OLD TOWN PAGE 13
Susan MOTANDER motander@yahoo.com
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onrovia Reads, the local literacy advocacy foundation, unveiled its new Literacy Van on Monday, fitting in front of the Public Library. In a cooperative effort between the Library and the Monrovia Unified School District, the brightly colored van will be used to augment the after school village program at the elementary schools.
Van will also have WiFi capability that will allow students to check out and return library books from the van when it visits the after school programs. Karen Sutherland, the President of Monrovia Reads thanked the two major sponsored both of whom had made large donations to support the van’s conversion from a retired Monrovia Transit vehicle to a refurbished and renovated tool to promote reading in the community. The levels of sponsorship were given labels with a SEE LITERACY VAN PAGE 12
Desiree Harbaugh reads to her son Dax, 6, at the unveiling of the Mobile Literacy van Monday afternoon. – Photos by Terry Miller / Beacon Media News
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ast month I introduced this column on Leadership and Community Development. As the CEO of Beacon Media News, publisher of Arcadia Weekly, Monrovia Weekly, Pasadena Independent and Sierra Madre Weekly, I decided to contribute this monthly column to share some of my leadership and community experiences, as well as to become more connected and engaged in the communities we serve. In February, I had the pleasure of working with Cynthia Bengtson Budzyn, Executive Director & Board Member, of Leadership Pasadena (LP) to develop an added-value marketing plan so that more local businesses and organizations could
afford to send their employees to experience LP. The mission of Leadership Pasadena experience “produces empowered, inspired and connected leaders who strengthen our diverse communities.” In 2004, I graduated from Leadership Pasadena. During the eight-month program, I gained an in-depth knowledge of the city of Pasadena’s rich history, business and economics, government, arts and science, and civic and charitable landscape. My leadership skills, such as decision making, strategic planning and team development, improved drastically. Leadership Pasadena also prepared me to become more involved as a volunteer in the wonderful city I live and work. Since my experience in LP, I have had the honor of sitting on the Northwest Commission, Pasadena Federal Credit Union Advisory Board
and Levitt Pavilion Board of Directors. By being involved as a board member, not only did I gain more knowledge, but I was able to give back to what was so graciously given to me and make an impact in the community. I was also able to contribute more to the Pasadena Star News’ bottom line, the company I was employed at that time, due to the increased relationships developed from my experiences on these boards. Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook COO, said, “Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence and making sure that impact lasts in your absence.” I believe one of the best investments a company could make is in its employees. In return, they have a part in improving that individual and themselves – a win-win. I will leave this thought with you - exemplary leaders and great communities are not born overnight, they are built over time.
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City of Arcadia Invites Public To Exercise Come join the Recreation and Community Services Department and try something new this spring or sign up for your old favorites! They offer many great adult exercise classes: Martial Arts, Tennis, Golf, Zumba, Bellyfit, Blast That Belly Fat, Pilates, Yogalates, Yoga, Crossfit, Ultimate and Complete Total
Body Workout, Body Sculpting, Kickboxing and Anything Goes Workout. To help with summer scheduling, you can now register early for summer Outdoor Adventure Day Camp and Sports Camp as well as the summer Specialty Camps. Registration for classes and activities are already being accepted for residents and
Monrovia Community Center To Host Class On Wildfire Preparedness The Monrovia Fire Department, are urging everyone to begin preparing for the next wildfire. As the events of the past several months have illustrated, a tragic wildfire can strike at any time. In fact, Monrovia Firefighters responded to the 2017 wildfires that raged throughout the State, and ultimately, over 10,000 structures were lost in California during the past year. In Monrovia, given the threat of fire for our community, the Monrovia Fire Department personnel have designed a class to help teach residents ways in which they assess the fire vulnerability of their own homes. In addition, fire personnel will provide options and possible solu-
tions to help improve the chances that your home survives during the next wildfire. Its encouraged that you save the date and make time to attend this important seminar. Additionally, Monrovia firefighting personnel who responded to the 2017 wildfires in California will be participating to provide a first-hand account of what they saw during the most recent conflagrations, and how you can help give your home the best chances of surviving a wildfire. The event will take place on May 5, 2018, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., at the Monrovia Community Center in the Kay Dalton Room. To RSVP, or if you have any questions, please call (626) 256-8109
on March 5, 2018 for walk-in, mail-in, on-line or fax-in. If you don’t already have an account, go on-line and create your own. Pick up the latest copy of “The Peacock Buzz” to find out what is going on in the City of Arcadia. Copies are available at the City of Arcadia Recreation Office, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007, the
Arcadia Public Library, 20 W. Duarte Road; and City Hall, 240 W. Huntington Drive. For questions on how to sign up on-line please call 626.574.5113 or come to the Recreation Office, 375 Campus Drive. Courses are offered at the Community Center, 365 Campus Drive, the Museum Education Center, 382 W.
Huntington Drive AND the gymnasium located at Dana Middle School, 1401 S. First Avenue. For specifics on class dates, times and locations, please contact the Recreation and Community Services Department at 626.574.5113 or log onto the City of Arcadia Website at www.arcadiaca. gov.
How Powerful is the Press? Powerful enough to spotlight local favorites! Readers’ Choice 2018 Coming Soon Beacon Media News, publisher of Arcadia Weekly, Monrovia Weekly, Pasadena Independent and Sierra Madre Weekly (AMPS), is gearing up to print, publish and distribute its largest special section of the year as a tip-of-the-hat to local businesses, professionals, and organizations. This year’s theme, most fittingly, is ‘The Power of the Press.’ Our Annual recognition of local favorites, appropriately named ‘Readers’ Choice,’ is the annual celebration and reflection of our readers’ choice of their favorites in our local areas. Each year, our readers vote for whoever they want in any category in an open ballot. This year, the top five will become official nominees for the BEST in that category. Readers will then decide who is the best of the best! Winners will be featured in our annual
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Monrovia Renewal South Section Construction to Break Ground in March Staff is working with Sequel Contractors, Inc., to coordinate the scheduling of construction activities to commence in the South Section of the Monrovia Renewal Project. In January 2018, Sequel Contractors, Inc. was awarded a contract to conduct the slated repairs and construct the South Section improvements in the area that includes everything located south of the 210 Freeway. The work will include removal and replacement of concrete sidewalk, curb and gutter, and driveway approaches, the replacement of water service lines, sewer lining and point repairs at various locations, pipeline and valve improvements to the City’s water system, installation of drainage improvements, and a complete battery of roadway improvements. The contractor will begin to mobilize in early March and construction activities will begin around
the week of March 12. The project duration is scheduled to be completed by the end of the calendar year, or within approximately nine months. Three Stages of Construction Work: There is a variety of work taking place, including underground utilities, concrete construction, and street construction. The work is being executed in stages to progress efficiently while minimizing impacts to the nearby residents and businesses. Work typically progresses in the following manner: All necessary underground work related to water pipelines. Repairs and replacements of curbs, gutters, and driveway approaches. Street repairs and rehabilitation. Streets scheduled for repairs may receive one of four treatments: slurry seal which is a new sealant/top coat; micro-surfacing which is
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an enhanced type of slurry seal, a grind and overlay, which removes the top two inches of asphalt pavement and replaces it with new surface, or full reconstruction which means the street is removed down to dirt and fully reconstructed. In addition, streets paved with concrete will be repaired. For the South project section, there will be an additional bit of work involved to install a sidewalk, trees, shrubs and irrigation on the north side of Duarte Avenue, east of California Avenue. Prior to construction, the contractor will provide a number of notices and postings in the impacted areas. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the construction activities, please contact Public Works at (626) 932-5575 or monroviarenewal@ci.monrovia.ca.us. More information is also available at the Monrovia Renewal website.
St. Patrick’s Day Lunch and Dance at Pasadena Senior Center Sure and begorrah, follow the rainbow to the pot of gold at the St. Patrick’s Day lunch and dance Saturday, March 17, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly St. The Scott Pavilion will come alive with shamrocks, leprechauns and the luck of the Irish as the National Charity League San Marino Chapter hosts homemade
treats and sandwiches prepared by member mothers and their daughters. The Great American Swing Band will perform musical favorites for listening pleasure and dancing. The cost is only $10 for members and $12 for nonmembers of the Pasadena Senior Center. Reservations may be made at the Welcome Desk or by calling 626-795-
4331 no later than Wednesday, March 14. Founded in 1960, the Pasadena Senior Center is an independent nonprofit agency that offers recreational, educational, wellness and social services to people ages 50 and older in a welcoming environment. Services are also provided for frail, low-income and homebound seniors.
Arcadia Looks To Hire New Instructors Do you have a talent you want to share or have a love for teaching? The City of Arcadia is always looking for quality, dedicated instructors to offer a variety of programs to residents and surrounding communities. The best contract instructor candidates are individuals who combine a sincere interest in community service with a desire to supplement their existing income. Go to www. ArcadiaCA.gov/recreation for the Prospective Instructor Application or call the Recreation Office for more information.
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ARCADIA Feb 18 Just after 9:00 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 1800 block of Oakwood Avenue regarding an alarm activation. An investigation revealed the suspects entered the residence by kicking in the front door. The suspects then ransacked the residence, taking an unknown amount of property, and fled the scene in a light colored SUV. The investigation is ongoing. Around 10:00 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the parking lot of an apartment complex in the 400 block of Fairview Avenue regarding a vehicle burglary. An investigation revealed an unknown suspect smashed the front passenger side window of the vehicle causing an audible alarm to sound. The suspect was seen walking away from the vehicle. The investigation is ongoing. Feb 19
Just after 5:00 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 100 block of East Las Flores Avenue regarding a burglary report. An unknown suspect(s) entered the residence by smashing a rear window. The suspect(s) then ransacked the residence and fled the scene in an unknown direction. The property loss was unknown at the time due the resident being out of state. No suspects were seen and no witnesses were located.
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crime blotters Just before 9:00 p.m., an officer was patrolling the parking lot of Westfield Santa Anita, 400 South Baldwin Avenue. The officer contacted a driver of a vehicle parked in a handicap parking stall. The officer discovered the occupants of the vehicle were fraudulently displaying a handicap placard that did not belong to them. The driver was issued a citation and released at the scene. Feb 20
Just after 11:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Par 3 Golf Course, 620 East Live Oak, regarding an assault with a deadly weapon and a carjacking. The victim was seated in his vehicle when he saw the suspect, a known acquaintance, standing behind his vehicle. The victim approached the suspect and the suspect punched and kicked him. The victim stated he saw the suspect holding a rifle. The suspect then stole the victim’s vehicle and abandoned it in El Monte. El Monte Police Officers located the suspect and a pellet rifle. The 30-year-old male from Arcadia was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.
At approximately 9:00 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 600 block of Beverly Drive regarding a fraud report. The victim received a 2017 W-2 tax statement from a company he had never worked for. He discovered that an unknown
suspect stole his identity. The victim did not know how the suspect obtained his personal information. The investigation is ongoing. Feb 21
Just after midnight, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Baldwin Avenue and Huntington Drive for speeding in excess of 90 miles per hour in a 35 mile per hour zone. Upon contacting the driver, the officer detected a strong odor of alcohol emitting from the driver. Through a series of tests, the officer determined the 54-year-old male from Temple City was driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Just before 1:00 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the Arcadia Library, 20 West Duarte Road, regarding a violation of a court order. An investigation revealed the victim walked to the library from her home because her ex-husband refused to leave her home. The officer contacted the subject at the victim’s residence and discovered he was in violation of a restraining order. The 32-year-old male from Chino was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Feb 22
At approximately 10:40 a.m., an officer responded to the Santa Anita Race Track, 285 West Huntington Drive,
regarding a subject being detained by track security for illegal drugs. The subject was found to be in possession of methamphetamine and a fraudulent social security card. The 25-yearold male from El Monte was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.
Just after 12:00 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 300 block of East Lemon Avenue regarding a report of suspicious circumstances. A resident reported seeing two subjects wearing black hooded sweatshirts, black gloves and black shoes, jump over the fence of her neighbor’s rear yard. As officers arrived, the witness advised she saw the subjects walking around inside her neighbor’s house. Officers set up a perimeter and with the assistance of Pasadena Air Support, the two subjects were located after running from the residence. The 17-yearold male from Pasadena and the 17-year-old male from Monrovia were arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Feb 23
Just after 9:30 a.m., an officer was dispatched to a residence in the 000 block of East Las Flores Avenue regarding a burglary report. The officer determined unidentified suspect(s) entered the location, which was under construction, by cutting the lock on the gate. The suspects then stole water pumps and a water filter before fleeing.
No suspects were seen and no witnesses were located. The investigation is ongoing. Just before 7:30 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Huntington Drive and Santa Anita Avenue for an unsafe turning movement. Upon contacting the driver, the officer discovered the 27-yearold female from El Monte was driving with an expired driver’s license. She was cited and released in the field. The vehicle was released to a valid driver. Feb 24
Just before 1:00 a.m., an officer contacted a subject walking in the area of Duarte Road and Golden West Avenue. The officer saw the subject throw an object on the ground. An investigation revealed the subject was in possession of a meth pipe and cocaine. He also had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The 32-yearold male from San Gabriel was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.
At approximately 2:40 p.m., an officer contacted a subject sleeping on the sidewalk in front of Arcadia County Park, 405 South Santa Anita Avenue. Upon contacting the 33-year-old male from San Diego, the officer noticed symptoms of alcohol intoxication and determined the suspect was unable to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.
SIERRA MADRE Feb 19 Officers responded to a call at about 2:22 p.m. from an observant resident regarding a male sleeping behind the wheel of his vehicle with the motor running in the 200 block of Churchill Rd. The vehicle was parked in a No Parking Zone, in close proximity to a Neighborhood Watch sign. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver was driving under the influence of a controlled substance (marijuana). The driver stated that he had around 300 grams of marijuana in the vehicle. The driver was arrested and transported to the Pasadena Jail. The driver’s vehicle was towed to the station for inventory and later stored at Foothill Tow. SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING Feb 21
At about 4:10 p.m., the victim parked and secured her vehicle in the Bailey Canyon parking lot. When she returned at about 5:30 p.m. she noticed the front passenger window was smashed by unknown person(s) and property was missing. At this time the value of the property is undetermined. Feb 24
At about 11:30 a.m. officers were dispatched to the 300 block of San Gabriel CT regarding vandalism. Following an investigation, it was determined that the suspect(s) entered theresidence without permission and vandalized some of the victim’s property.
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$20K Reward For Information In Altadena Murder Case A $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of a suspect or suspects responsible for the murder of Marcus Nieto has been reinstated Nieto’s body was discovered on the Altadena Crest horse trail by two riders on horseback on February 16, 2013. Investigators have confirmed that Marcus Nieto left his residence to visit an acquaintance in Pomona but may have returned to the
Covina/Azusa area at some point before he went missing. The Medical ExaminerCoroner has determined the mode of death to be a homicide. The $20,000 reward offer approved by the Board in April, 2014 has since expired. Supervisor Barger encourages anyone with information about this heinous crime to contact Sergeant Robert J. Gray at (323) 890-5500.
Hayden 5K Run, Family Walk & Roll and Family Festival Saturday, March 10, 2018 Location: 819 Buena Vista St. Duarte, CA 91010 5k trail runs along Royal Oaks Drive and the Duarte Recreation Trail. Schedule of the Day: 8:30 Official Welcome and Warm-up 9:00 5k Run/Walk race begins 10:00 Awards Ceremony 10:30-1:30 Vendors, Entertainment, Delicious Food, Games, Classic Car Show Register Now:
Early Registration through March 3: $36 adults/ $30 children (includes wristband for games) $36 wheelchair team $36 sponsor a Sister/Hayden teacher Starting March 4 through Race Day: $40 adults/$35 children $10 additional wristbands for children's games sold on Race Day Register online at: www.hayden5k. com or download registration & mail/ walk-in
McGinty’s Gallery at the End of the World Open Call to Artists Saturday March 3rd, 12-4pm Saturday March 10th, 12-4pm Bring a sample or portfolio of your work to the gallery: 869 E. Mariposa Street Altadena, CA 91101 We will be accepting all medias. The show will be going up in late April/
early May and be up May 4th thru June 30th (including Open Studios) We will not be taking online submissions. We want to meet you. If you are unable to make the open call on the 3rd or 10th, we will accept submissions Tuesday March 5th, and Thursday, March 8th 11-4pm. We look forward to seeing you!
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A member of the Packrat (woodrat) family, the male Dusky Footed Woodrat collects small items and decorates the interior of its home as part of its mating ritual. Roaming female woodrats then
inhabit the nests and males will occasionally cede the nest to the senior female. Dusky-Footed Woodrats inhabit the San Gabriel Mountains and their nests are often found near trails.
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FRIday - March 2 1st Fridays Pasadena at Eden Garden Bar and Grill March 2nd from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (175 East Holly Street Pasadena, CA 91101) come jumpstart your network with a mixer that plants sees in your life and in your business at the top of the month. Expand your resources. This month, we are talking the importance of media and freedom of the press. – Pasadena
America’s got talent march 7 @ 7 p.m.
America’s got Talent will be at the Pasadena Convention Center on March 7th from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. (300 E. Green St. Pasadena, CA 91101) join the Live Audience and attend the filming of NBC’s hit show. Join the show’s new host Tyra Banks and celebrity judges Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, Mel B, and Simon Cowell at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. America’s Got Talent celebrates America’s spirit and a colorful array of singers, dancers, comedians, contortionists, impressionists, jugglers, magicians and hopeful stars vying for a shot to win America’s heart. Tickets are free, check the ticketing website for the latest scheduled show times. Get your free tickets at http://on-camera-audiences.com/shows/ Americas_Got_Talent for more information call (626) 793-2122 or visit www.visitpasadena.com/ events/americas-got-talent-auditions/. - Pasadena
Live Jazz at the 1881 Bar on March 2nd at 8 p.m. (1881 E. Washington Blvd. Altadena, CA 91104). Enjoy live Jazz with Joel Taylor (drums), Riner Scivally (guitar), John Gross (sax) and Putter Smith (bass) at the 1881 Bar! If you are looking for some cool jazz then come on over at the 1881 Bar and relax, have a drink and go crazy with Jazz! Happy Hour is 2:30-6:00 p.m. daily! For more information, email speakeasy1881@ gmail.com or call (626)314-2077 or visit www.1881pasadena.com. -Altadena
SATURday - March 3 Geronimo and Thea Stilton Book Party for grades 4th – 8th at the Arcadia Public Library on March 3rd from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. (20 W. Duarte Rd. Arcadia, CA 91006). Do you enjoy reading the Geronimo and Thea Stilton book series? We invite fans of the rodent reporter and his sister to join us for some contests, games, crafts, and lots of cheesy good fun! -Arcadia
Sunday - March 4 Knife Expo sponsored by Southern California Blades Knife Collectors Club on March 4th at the Pasadena Convention Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (300 E. Green St. Pasadena, CA 91101) for the 33rd consecutive year the Knife Expo, Southern California’s oldest and finest knife show, will feature everything from everyday to art knives. Knives will be on display and also for sale. For more information call (626) 793-2122 or visit www. visitpasadena.com/events/knife-expo-2016/. -Pasadena
MONday - March 5 Mount Wilson Trail Race (MWTR) General Registration begins March 5th at 9:00 a.m. this is an all-day event. Registration can be done online at https://apm.activecommunities.com/sierramadre, or in person at Sierra Madre City Hall, 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. in Sierra Madre. It is strongly encouraged to sign up as soon as registration is available on Monday, March 5, 2018, as the MWTR is expected to sell out within the first few hours. If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact the City of Sierra
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Madre Community Services Department at (626) 355-5278 or send an email to Lawren Heinz at lheinz@cityofsierramadre.com. -Sierra Madre
TUEsday - March 6 Senior Hawaiian and Polynesian dance class is on March 6th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Hart Park House Senior Center (222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, CA 91024) join instructor Barbara Dempsey as she leads you in the art of Hula. For more information call (626) 355-7394. -Sierra Madre
WEDNESday - March 7 All City Track Meet (students born from 2007-2011) on March 7th at Arcadia High School from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. (180 Campus Drive Arcadia, CA 91007). Arcadia residents and those who attend Arcadia schools (public or private) may compete in one running event, one field, and one relay. Arcadia Unified Students may register with Recreation staff and private and middle school students may register with their P.E. teacher. Participants should attend the Track Meet which corresponds with their year of birth. -Arcadia
Pasadena Photography Arts Open Show will be on March 8th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at
thursday - March 8 Armory Center for the Arts (145 N. Raymond Ave. Pasadena, CA 91101) PPA was founded almost 6 years ago to promote photography in Pasadena and the East Side of Los Angeles. Pasadena Photography Arts is dedicated to the promotion of photographic arts; encouraging and supporting emerging fine art, documentary and conceptual photographers through promotion, exhibitions,
publications and educational programs. PPA has two ongoing programs now based at the Armory Center for the Arts: Open Show Pasadena-East LA and Forum. At each Open Show, presenters from students to awardwinning professionals show and discuss with the audience their photographic project. Join the March Open Show. Submit your work here. The Forums are devoted to bringing together successful photography professionals to share the experiences of their success with emerging professionals in the audience. For more information visit www.tinyurl. com/yb29mvgs.com or call for details (626) 792-5101. -Pasadena
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Sierra Madre Playhouse Presents ‘Nothing Is The Same’ Fran SYVERSON
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t’s undoubtedly a generational thing. Those of us of a certain age remember all too well how and when we heard of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. For a couple of other, younger generations, it’s just another ancient date to remember on a history test—like when Lincoln was shot. And this is why it’s good that Nothing is the Same will be performed for hundreds of fifth graders on weekday mornings through March 4. They will gain an appreciation of that era of history so distant from them, so wellremembered by others. Even we who personally recall that “day of infamy,”
however, don’t know what it was like for children in Hawaii to face the realities of war. One moment they are playing marbles in a churchyard, taunting each other as kids will do, bragging about their cat’s-eye marble. The next moment they hear the planes flying low over them; they duck at the sound of explosions, see billowing black smoke in the distance. They shake their fists; they yell dirty names at the enemy in the sky. It is December 7, 1941, and “nothing is the same.” One of the casualties of the war which is explored by playwright Y York is the close friendship of the four youngsters. Two are Korean, one Filipino and one Japanese. Suspicions sneak in, and
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three of them wonder: Can their Japanese friend possibly be a spy? Can he be trusted? As time passes, they learn the complex meanings of assimilation, allegiances, and patriotism. The play is double-cast,
with actors Melvin Biteng, Cedric “Ikaika” Jonathan, Kurt Kanazawa, Tristen Kim, Chloe Madriaga, Asia Ring, On Shiu and Yeng Kong Thao (listed alphabetically.) Tim Dang directs Nothing is the Same. It
is produced by Estelle Campbell, with Christian Lebano as co-producer. Kristin Bolinski is stage manager. Stage design by Tesshi Nakagawa is minimalistic. A soft Hawaiian entire scene is painted across the stage as background. A waterfall effect and a river are imaginary, as are the children’s marbles. Derek Jones designed the lighting; Howard Ho the sound effects. Because the children speak Hawaiian Pidgin English, Kelsey James Kapono Chock was dialect consultant. A glossary of pidgin English is handed out, but never fear— you’ll understand the play very well, even if you don’t understand each word.
Chock also handled the hula dancing that was used to good effect in portraying breezes and water. Performances are scheduled weekday mornings for children who are bused in for field trips to experience live theater. All others may attend Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 matinees through March 4, and two Saturday nights, February 24 and March 3, at 8:00 p.m. Admission is $30 general, $27 seniors (65+), and $20 youth (20 and under.) For reservations call 626-3554318 or go to www.sierramadreplayhouse.org. The Sierra Madre Playhouse is at 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre. Free parking is nearby, as are several restaurants.
Journey to India on Peacock Day in Arcadia Peacock Day celebrates India, the ancestral home of the beautiful blue Indian species which reside at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden (301 North Baldwin Ave. Arcadia, CA 91007). Our famous
birds are descendants of several pairs of peafowl brought from India by Elias J. “Lucky” Baldwin in late 1800s. Take a cultural journey to India with our peacock celebration featuring Indian classical and folk dances,
arts, crafts, and food. The peacocks will be in their full spring plumage! Simply gorgeous. Peacock Day is organized in collaboration with the Hindu Temple Heritage Foundation, a non-profit organization devoted to
preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Indian culture. For more information visit www. arboretum.org or call 626.821.4623, Regular admission applies ($9 to $4); Arboretum members free.
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Introducing Ancient Chinese Culture to a Wider Audience May s. ruiz MayChu@att.net
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he Chinese civilization is one of the oldest known to humankind. Its vibrant cultural heritage dates back thousands of years, and the country’s rich and diverse musical tradition forms a vital part of that heritage. Traditional music – with its essential instruments including the pipa, guqin, ruan, xiao and zheng – is deeply ingrained in people’s daily lives and intersects with other art forms and traditions like drama, storytelling, and shadow puppetry. The New World certainly has much to learn from this ancient civilization. This is why Wu Man, a pipa virtuoso who is regarded as the foremost ambassador of Chinese music and culture, has made it her calling to ensure that the early Chinese traditions are not merely preserved but kept alive and relevant. She has spent most of her life travelling the globe acquainting modern audiences with the pipa whose history goes back over two millennia. We in the San Gabriel Valley will have the opportunity to hear and see Wu Man and the Huayin Shadow Puppet Band on March 5 at 7:30 pm when they perform at The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino. For many of us who aren’t familiar with the pipa and the shadow puppet, this show will
traveled to China’s remote regions to unearth the country’s ancient musical traditions that are in danger of being lost, and explored the customs of the Huayin Shadow Puppet Band, which was then known as the Zhang Family Band. It comprises farmers from Shaanxi Province’s Huayin County in a rural village at the foot of Mount Hua in northwest China. For more than 300 years the Huayin Puppet Band has toured the countryside bringing its rugged shadow puppet plays that recall the mythical heroes and gods of the oral folk culture of Shaanxi, often evoking famous battles of the Tang dynasty (618-907), to
music”, declares Wu Man. “Our audience will see that Chinese traditional music isn’t limited to the pipa, ruan, and zheng. I’ve been wanting to share this for a long time.” In our digital era we tend to move past one thing speedily to go to the next, lest we get left behind. It would be refreshing to stop hurrying for once and appreciate Wu Man’s effort to bridge the past and present. For even as we enjoy a world of technological advances we could still learn a thing or two about the simple pleasures in life from those who occupied this earth thousands of years before our time.
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Most high schoolers have not met professional journalists or seen the inside of a college classroom. But on Friday, February 9, students of Arcadia High School’s Digital Communications Internship program (DCI) got to do just that at USC’s High School Journalism Day. This was the third time DCI attended the biannual event. 10 interns joined peers from the Los Angeles area for a day packed with workshops in the Annenberg School of Journalism and Communication of USC. The day began with a welcome by Jaime Carias, Annenberg’s Civic Engagement Coordinator, along with School of Journalism Interim Director and Associate Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Gordon Stables. Next, keynote speaker Jennifer Medina, a National Correspondent for the New York Times, spoke to the aspiring journalists of how she went from writing about local issues for her high school newspaper to working for major publications. She recounted the challenges she faced along the way and highlighted the purpose of her work, which is to give disadvantaged people a voice. Ms. Medina answered many questions from the curious high schoolers afterward. For the remainder of the day, students had the opportunity to attend a variety of workshops held within the Annenberg building. Leaders of these workshops ranged from professors, college students, alumni and fellows to an admissions director. High schoolers were able to tour the Annenberg Media Center, learn about crossplatform journalism, sports writing, personal branding,
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friend for decades. During this friendship I have also had business dealings and dealt with city issues with Fred Bowden. It is my friendship that has counted the most. Fred was in many ways bigger than life itself. On one hand he was a tough negotiator and always fought to win the deal yet his generosity was unmatched. You can look all over Monrovia with signs of Fred and Diane’s generosity. Be it the YMCA, Boys and Girls Club, Kiwanis, Rotary, The
Historical Museum and many others come to mind. The Bowden Name is permanently etched on so many places in Monrovia. “I recall in the early 1990’s Monrovia was having some serious gang problems with regular shootouts on West Walnut. The Redevelopment Agency took out some problems structures and we looked for a developer to improve the housing stock. All of the builders said no thanks to the project, all Except Bowden. Perhaps his love of Monrovia drove him
to do the project but when it was finished 6 families were handed the keys to their new homes, thanks to Bowden Development and The Monrovia Redevelopment Agency. A project that no other developer would do at the time was completed because Bowden was willing to gamble on Monrovia. His success is legendary and the number of families that have benefitted are many. One family comes to mind. One gentleman from one of the East European Block countries cried when handed his keys. He said this
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literary flair. The Publisher Sponsor is Foothill Credit Union, and the Author sponsor is the Greater Los Angeles New Car. Sutherland also thanked the Monrovia Public Library Foundation for its generosity in supplying a grant that enabled Monrovia Reads to outfit the van, and purchase the necessary book shelves and other furnishings. Since the future use
of the van will involve both city staff members and the schools, Mayor Tom Adams and Board of Education President Terrence Williams also spoke to the small crowd that had gathered to celebrate the new vehicle. The President of the Monrovia Library Foundation, former Mayor Mary Ann Lutz, also addressed the crowd. Williams pointed out that the van “will bring the Library closer to the community, Lutz expanded
on that theme saying “This will take the Library outside its four walls.” Monrovia Reads is a registered 501(c) 3 Charity. It was founded more than 20 years ago with a stated goal of making Monrovia a 100% literate community. To that end, the group supports book giveaways to children, the Pro Active Tutoring program, as well as supplying teachers with class sets of books and other reading related activities.
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could never happen in his country. It happened here and continued to happen for many families until the Redevelopment Agency was taken away by the State of California. “Monrovia is clearly a better place because of Fred Bowden, I was happy to call him my friend.” Tom Adams, Mayor of Monrovia. Former City Manager Don Hopper who, during the days of Redevelopment, worked closely with Bowden on many projects including several Planned Unit Developments, renovations and new
buildings also paid tribute to Bowden writing: “Fred was a true son of Monrovia. Having grown up here, Fred once told me he could live and work anywhere he wanted, but he wanted to do both here in Monrovia. This was his town. He said: ‘If I could make every neighborhood in our town just a little better that would be my lasting legacy.’
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MONROVIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY WILL SHARE PHOTOS AT SANTA FE DEPOT While an appropriate long-term tenant for the historic Monrovia Santa Fe Depot is being sought, an interim use for the building has been found. The Monrovia Historical Society will showcase a photographic exhibit at the depot. According to Sandy Burud a sample of approximately 100 photographs
of Old Monrovia from the Legacy’s collection. It is free and will be open every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm starting this Saturday, March 3rd and running through April. Admission is free. Members of the Historical Society will be on hand to take orders for prints of any of the historic
photos. The entire Legacy collection will be available for viewing on line at the Monrovia Library later this year. This will give everyone in the community an opportunity to see the newly refurbished depot as well as a peek at the Legacy collection.
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 Side Street Projects / Jackie Robinson Community Center / Kidspace Children’s Museum / Light Bringer Project @ Day One / Lineage Performing Arts Center / MUSE/IQUE / Norton Simon Museum / Parson’s Nose Theater / Pasadena Central Library / Pasadena City College / Pasadena Museum of California Art / Pasadena Museum of History / Pasadena Playhouse / Pasadena Unified School District / Shumei Arts Council / USC Pacific Asia Museum 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.
ARTS BUS Pasadena ARTS Route 10 runs along Colorado Boulevard and Green Street until 8 p.m. Information available at cityofpasadena.net/ artsbus.
METRO GOLD LINE Attend ArtNight by taking the Metro Gold Line to Memorial Park Station in Pasadena. Check metro.net for information.
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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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oriented for viewing from every angle along the station, reflecting Bob’s earnest interest for everyone, everywhere in his community. Secured to the panels are five separate mosaics, each commemorating significant chapters in the Bob Bartlett story:
The Mayor sits in the center, in the heart of the city Old Town Monrovia: The entrance, the preservation, and revitalization of Old Monrovia. Equity: The equality and inclusiveness he represented The Bus: The Major role in the development of the Foothill Transit All-America City:
Monrovia’s selection as an All-America City under his leadership. All mosaics were made with smalti Italian and Mexican glass, combined with other tiles. They were made with the Byzantine indirect technique which will make them forever pieces. These colorful mosaics will never fade, while the
Corten steel which supports them only ages more beautifully with time. I would like to thank the Art Commission for putting their trust in me to work on project. Diane Delmatoff for her support and amazing coordination she did to make everything as smooth and perfect as it was.
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interest for everyone, everywhere in his community. Secured to the panels are five separate mosaics, each commemorating significant chapters in the Bob Bartlett story: The Mayor sits in the center, in the heart of the city Old Town Monrovia: The entrance, the preservation, and revitalization of Old Monrovia. Equity: The equality and inclusiveness he represented The Bus: The Major role in the development of the Foothill Transit All-America City: Monrovia’s selection as an All-America City under his
leadership. All mosaics were made with smalti Italian and Mexican glass, combined with other tiles. They were made with the Byzantine indirect technique which will make them forever pieces. These colorful mosaics will never fade, while the Corten steel which supports them only ages more beautifully with time. I would like to thank the Art Commission for putting their trust in me to work on project. Diane Delmatoff for her support and amazing coordination she did to make everything as smooth and perfect as it was. I’d also like to thank Todd
Holmes, Evan, Bowden development, and the people of the city who helped to make this project possible. Lastly, I like to thank my family for their continuous support, especially Nicolas my son, who helped translate my idea into digital materials to present it to the Art Commission. And of course my lovely husband, Milad that did all the technical drawings needed and was with me in every step of the process. It is my sincere hope that this memorial pays the respect that Bob Bartlett deserves. He saw many great and beautiful things in this place - it is only fitting that he be remembered with one”.
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I’d also like to thank Todd Holmes, Evan, Bowden development, and the people of the city who helped to make this project possible. Lastly, I like to thank my family for their continuous support, especially Nicolas my son, who helped translate my idea into digital materials to present it to the Art Commission.
And of course my lovely husband, Milad that did all the technical drawings needed and was with me in every step of the process. It is my sincere hope that this memorial pays the respect that Bob Bartlett deserves. He saw many great and beautiful things in this place - it is only fitting that he be remembered with one”.
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he Bee Cottage in Pasadena is a feast for the decorative eye; every corner crammed with something to beautify the home or office—especially for the seasons. This month, Easter is on full display, showcasing owner Nicole Robeson’s skill at capturing the spirit of holidays throughout the year. “I wear many hats at The Bee Cottage, including, but not limited to, owner, buyer, floral designer, visual merchandiser and sales associate,” said Robeson, who founded her boutique in 2012. “The Bee Cottage specializes in fine silk botanicals (florals/ plants), beautiful home accessories, holiday and seasonal decor, wall decor and unique gifts.” Robeson sets her shop apart by providing a more hands-on approach to sprucing up your space. “We offer home accessorizing, which is what I like to call ‘putting the icing on’ or making your house a home,” explained Robeson, who offers a home accessorizing service to help people pull their living space together. “Sometimes people just need another eye to finish up decorating their home. They may have great accessories, but have them in the wrong spot. We’ll either bring in new home accessories from the shop; use what you have or both to give another perspective.” Robeson and her staff also design and create all of their own floral arrangements,
Owned by floral designer Nicole Robeson, The Bee Cottage specializes in silk botanicals, seasonal decor and even custom home accessorizing. – Courtesy photo / Emily G. Peters
wreaths, holiday garlands and holiday centerpieces on site. Now firmly settled in her corner of the many charming markets on South Lake Avenue, the designer is happy with her space. “I've had a positive experience and a very kind reception to the Pasadena area. My customers have told me that there is nothing like The Bee Cottage in the area anymore,” said Robeson. She’s taken advantage of the city’s support by participating in the Pasadena Showcase House of Design and The Holiday Look-In for the last three years. “There we donate 25 percent of our sales to fund non-profit programs for community-based music programs, therapy, education and scholarships. We also donate to various schools in the area, both public and private, as well as the Pasadena Humane society.” Though The Bee Cottage’s market is specific, Robeson finds that the boutique serves as a respite for those who are burned out on too many online options.
“With the onslaught of internet shopping sites, people are looking for other places to go that offer a customizable product,” said Robeson. “I have people come to me looking for inspiration and design advice and have created a niche business because of this. I love where I'm at and my location!” The Bee Cottage is located at 496 S. Lake Avenue in Pasadena. Contact the shop at www.beecottagepasadena. com or call 626.396.9007 or send an email to beecottagepasadena@gmail.com and you can follow along on Facebook @beecottagepasadena.
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Singpoli Group Partners With PCC To Train Students In Hospitality Industry A partnership between Pasadena City College and Singpoli Group has opened some doors for future hoteliers. 14 students recently completed a six-week intensive training program designed to give them “the skills necessary to run a boutique hotel, from front desk management to maintenance and everything in between,” according to a press release from PCC. The course of study was led by Robert Soriano, who previously taught at Le Cordon Bleu, to meet Singpoli's needs as it expands its flagship hotel. Singpoli is developing an extension to the Hotel Constance that will add 30 guest rooms, a rooftop pool, and three new restaurants on a bustling portion of Colorado Blvd. Following three weeks of lectures and classroom learning that qualified the students to earn certificates in serving and food handling, the course ended with a three-week on-thejob experience at the Hotel Constance.
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"We wanted to give the students the tools and the portfolio they'll use in the real world," Soriano said. While some colleges offer two- or four-year degrees in hospitality management, the six-week intensive was built to boost skills and build experience, giving students a stepping stone past entry-level wages. As part of the program, Singpoli will place participants in existing jobs at the hotel or put them in the queue for hiring when the hotel's expansion opens later this year. PCC plans to use the program as a model for
future contract education with other local hospitality industry leaders, including Panda Restaurant Group, which operates the Panda Express and Panda Inn restaurants. The college has also assembled an advisory committee to provide future direction on program curriculum and goals, with input received from the Hilton Pasadena, Pasadena Convention Center, and the Langham Hotel, among others. In the future the intensive curriculum could also be adapted into a fully-fledged hospitality management certificate program.
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One of America’s Hidden Gems: The Navajo Reservation
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few opening lines of “Moby Dick” read: “Whenever I find myself growing grim about the mouth; whenever it is a damp, drizzly November in my soul; whenever I find myself involuntarily pausing before coffin warehouses, and bringing up the rear of every funeral I meet, … I account it high time to get to sea as soon as I can. This is my substitute for pistol and ball.” Most of us can relate, and those of us that can usually have their rejuvenating location in mind daily. Throughout my travels, I have found few places more interesting than the Navajo Reservation. The 11-hour drive from Los Angeles County is not as daunting as it may seem. The highways run through deserts, forests, plains, and wide open skies as far as the eye can see, and urbanization turns into vast emptiness the closer you get. Around 2 p.m. I reach the base of the Chuska Mountains, a southern branch of the Rocky Mountains, where an
The highways run through deserts, forests, plains, and wide open skies as far as the eye can see. – Photo by Galen Patterson
old friend calls home. Lyle Curley lives in the heart of the reservation. Curley, makes quality rustic furniture, shepherds a growing flock of sheep, nurtures abandoned dogs, which abound by the hundreds in this area, and makes good use of his skills as a former hunting guide. On this trip, he takes me to a canyon not far from his traditional 8-sided Hoganstyle cabin to look for ancient petroglyphs similar to those
he has shown me before. Accompanied by Curley’s apprentice Harris, a 20-something year-old Navajo man and skilled hunter, we stroll between the mesas, searching for signs of ancient activity. Curley and Harris point to crevices and take turns sharing stories of finding skeletons of unfortunate humans from unknown time periods. Both men have lived in the area most of, if not all of their lives and casually explain how the
ancient dwellers of the region would lodge their dead into small caverns and cover them as a burial rite. As I stand in the valley, appreciating nature in all of its glory, I think of all the unfortunate travelers who also met their end around where I stand. Before long, the sun has set around us and the unmarked graves. We retreat to the Hogan to warm ourselves by the wood-heated furnace, then I’m off to Newcomb.
On this particular night, a ceremonial pow wow is beginning at the Newcomb High School, as a fund-raiser for the graduating class. Dancers from tribes across the U.S. wear their traditional regalia and stand by patiently for the opening ceremony. More than a dozen men systematically sing traditional songs while simultaneously beating a large drum together. Frank Larson, from the Otoe tribe, informs me
that drumming is part of the singing. “It’s how we keep our rhythm when we sing,” he said. Each song spans several minutes and shifts rapidly in volume while their voices are accompanied by the whoops and shrieks of female singers behind them. One singer, Wayne Longhorn of the Shawnee / Choctaw tribes in Oklahoma, tells me the discipline “comes with a lot of practice.” Bells jingle, fringes fly and feathers flash gracefully in rhythm with the drum and I silently take it all in on the sidelines. Kathy Littlefawn, has been dancing since the late 70’s. She informs me that the bells attached to the native clothing represents seashells, and that they mimic the sound of rain. One of the Navajo dance judges, Wilfred Jumbo, tells me the fringes represent grass and that both the grass and bell dances are part of a healing dance, which incorporates elements of the planet. After leaving the pow wow, I climb back into my Jeep, and point it towards Farmington, where I would spend another day exploring and then enjoy the open road all the way back to Los Angeles County.
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‘Dinner on Stage’ at A Noise Within Attendees seated on stage for dinner and paddle auction
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Noise Within (ANW), the acclaimed classical repertory theatre company, holds its annual Dinner On Stage on Thursday, March 8, beginning at 6pm with an hour of cocktails, socializing and hors d’oeuvres in the lobby. The Company’s Producing Artistic Directors Geoff Elliott and Julia Rodriguez-Elliott and its Resident Artists then join patrons at 7pm on the Redmond Stage for an intimate dinner with entertainment and a paddle auction, on the war-torn battlefield set of Shakespeare’s Henry V. The evening features performances from Henry V by ANW’s actors. A Noise Within will be honoring the Steinmetz Foundation with the Community Matters Award which was presented last year to The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation. The Community Matters award recognizes an exemplary partner who is committed to promoting the well being of the entire community. Julia RodriguezElliott, Co-Producing Artistic Director of A Noise Within, said, “The Steinmetz Foundation has been one of our most generous and committed funders of ANW’s educational program. When we considered who we wanted to honor this year, it was almost a no-brainer. Our education program would not be what it is today without the Steinmetz Foundation.” The Foundation is committed to giving
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Fat-free was the healthy assumption we’ve had for about 40 years, now we might just be able to celebrate bacon and butter primarily for education and educational programs, and children and youth services. Over the years, the Steinmetz Foundation’s generosity to A Noise Within has certainly helped to grow the education program at the theatre both in scope and services. Producing Artistic Director Julia RodriguezElliott said about the annual event, “It’s an entertaining evening each spring when we share our stage with our donors, board and resident artists, all of whom are integral to making the magic of theatre happen at A Noise Within.” To reserve a table or to purchase tickets, please contact Development Director Amy Nance at anance@anoisewithin.org or call her at 626.356.3103. Proceeds from this event fund ANW’s Classics Live! Program, which brings the transformative experience of live theater to
over 16,000 students and teachers every year. About ANW’s 20172018 Season Shakespeare’s Henry V plays in rotating repertory with A Raisin in the Sun in Spring 2018, and the season closes with a revival of one of ANW’s most popular productions, Noises Off by Michael Frayn. With the exception of Noises Off, both of this Spring’s other plays make their A Noise Within debut. This season’s theme is Entertaining Courage. “Regardless of where you fall on the political spectrum, we’re certainly living in challenging, unprecedented times,” says Geoff Elliott, “It seems like many people are trying to figure out what the path forward looks like. While we certainly don’t have answers, we thought we’d face that national angst and fear head on by embracing courage and hope.”
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iet and weight loss programs seem to just come and go with the seasons. Nowadays, the weight loss industry has so much fluff to it that we’re starting to gravitate towards extremes - the master cleanse, juicing diets, and even a tapeworm diet. Not only are these weight loss methods ineffective for burning body fat, they could seriously damage your body in ways that you would have never imagined. With that being said, if you have any questions about a diet that you are planning to pursue, please take the time and consult a professional before you begin. For about 40 years, Americans were falsely led to believe that fat was the enemy of weight loss. We were told that eating fat makes us fat, so no matter what - stay away from fat. Now that we’re back
with more evidence-based understanding of diet and wellness, we’re seeing that fat is not our enemy. In fact, fat is a necessary part of a healthy and balanced diet, and it’s even more important that we consume healthy fats, that our bodies can use to promote brain and heart health. You and I both understand that a balanced diet is important for our health, but what if I told you that a fat-fueled diet, full of bacon and butter, can trigger weight loss quicker than any other diet we have seen in the past? That’s a concept that the latest science has us to believe. It’s called the ketogenic diet, and what’s unique about it is that it forces the human body into a ketogenic state, where the body draws energy primarily from fat rather than carbohydrates, as commonly seen. People who have been on the ketogenic diet have reported amazing fat-loss results, amongst a handful
of other life improvements such as consistent energy levels, improved cognitive performance, and reduced inflammation. To stretch the diet even further, we’re starting to see enormous positive improvements in a handful of medical conditions like type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, and various cancers. To say the very least, the ketogenic diet is starting to look almost like a miracle cure. Although the ketogenic diet is showing a lot of promise in short term studies, we’re still waiting to observe any side effects that may arise from long term practice. I’m personally super excited to see what comes out of these studies, but for the moment, I’ll be sticking to my oatmeals and salads. If you’re someone who might benefit from the ketogenic diet, in the short term, reach out to your doctor and local nutrition experts to see how they can help you achieve the results you’re looking for.
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Does Your Portfolio Have Room for Both Active and Passive Investing?
Treating Employees with Dignity Angela COPELAND,
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art of my job is to work with professionals who have recently become unemployed. It’s incredible how many people are impacted by layoffs each day. Often, the person was let go due to something outside of their control. Their company reorganized and laid off an entire department. The employee had a great track record of loyal service. Ultimately, the company had to look out for their own best interests. Perhaps they needed to eliminate a department that uses out of date technology. Or maybe, they need to scale back operations in order to survive. Even though an employee is sad to lose their job, typically they understand that this sort of thing happens. This is the part that I don’t understand, and I’m not sure if I ever will. Approximately eighty percent of those I speak with have had
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the same experience. They went to work one morning, and started to do their job. Then, their boss called them and asked them to come to their office for an unplanned meeting. The boss informed them of the reorganization and told them their job would be ending – effective immediately. The person was then walked out of the building. Company reorganizations are a part of life. The situation I just described doesn’t have to be. Without fail, when I speak to someone who has gone through this experience, they’re broken – often for months or years. They have gone from a loyal, productive employee one day to a hopeless, crying person the next. It seems that the company feels that if they give the individual some kind of financial payout, this procedure is acceptable. In reality, the sadness and depression the employee is facing is only partially about money. What it’s really about
is losing their identity. It’s about being walked out of their workplace as if they’re a criminal. It’s about being suddenly separated from those they have considered their second family for years. It’s like going through a death. It seems there’s an assumption that a jilted employee may strike back. They may doing something to get retribution while they’re still in the office. I have never seen a single job seeker who was given advanced notice do anything other than be appreciative that their company gave them a heads up. Read More at, ArcadiaWeekly.com, MonroviaWeekly.com, PasadenaIndependent.com
Angela Copeland is a Career Coach and Founder of Copeland Coaching CopelandCoaching.com or on Twitter at @CopelandCoach.
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nvestors today live in an era offering unprecedented global investment choices, in both active and passive vehicles. Investments in each category have opportunities and challenges for investors to consider when crafting an optimal financial strategy. With so many choices at your fingertips, how can you best capitalize on what the markets have to offer? There is no right answer for everyone, but in many cases, it may make sense to use both active and passive investments to effectively build and manage a diversified portfolio. Defining active and passive investing Active investing is an approach that seeks to capitalize on inefficiencies in the market by identifying individual securities that don’t currently appear to be priced based on their true underlying value. Success using this approach generally requires in-depth research and analysis by knowledgeable investment professionals. Many traditional mutual funds fall into this category. Active fund managers who oversee these funds seek to generate returns that outperform a benchmark, or a specific measure of market performance, such as the S&P 500 index. They make investment decisions based on a defined approach or strategy. Passive investing is an approach that seeks to match the performance or a specific benchmark or segment of the market. Many passive investors choose, for example, to put their money to work in an index fund that invests
in a broad segment of the market. Perhaps the most common passive investments are funds that track the performance of the S&P 500 Index, an unmanaged index of large capitalization U.S. stocks. The premise is to own a broad cross-section of the market, or of a segment of the market, rather than trying to identify specific securities that may outperform a benchmark or segment of the market. It’s worth noting that there are increasingly more investment options offering a middle ground between active and passive strategies. Called strategic or smart beta, this investment strategy combines the transparency, consistency, and cost-efficiency of passive investing, with the investment insights found in active management. Considerations for each approach There are benefits and shortcomings to each approach. Actively managed investment strategies offer the opportunity for outperformance versus a specific segment of the market. They can also take steps to defend against the impact of down markets that inevitably occur from timeto-time, often by avoiding individual securities or sectors that have challenges. To accommodate the research and expertise involved, actively managed investments typically come with higher expenses, which detract from the net returns they generate. Also, because they are using a selective approach to investing, there are times when they will choose to invest in securities that don’t perform to expectations, and perhaps miss out on the full benefit of broader upward trends in the market. A key benefit of passive
investing is that fees tend to be lower than other investment strategies. They also tend to be tax efficient because trading is minimized in the fund as it continues to track an index over the long term. A downside to passive funds is that by simply investing in a benchmark, an investor foregoes the opportunity to outperform that index. This means returns tend to match those of the market, minus any fees. Also, in volatile periods or when markets trend down, index fund investors will see their investments follow a similar path. A case for both strategies Is one approach the best choice for your portfolio? The reality for many investors is that a combined approach may be an effective solution. Investors should pay close attention to factors that can affect their investment results, including fees, different sources of potential investment return and the benefits of a diversified portfolio. You may determine that part of your portfolio should generally track with the market. If that’s the case, a passive fund may make sense. At the same time, you may want to take advantage of specific opportunities in segments of the market where selectivity may help you reach your goals. If so, active strategies may offer a better path to success. The good news is that you have a tremendous opportunity to effectively diversify and tailor your portfolio to help you achieve your long-term goals. A financial advisor can work with you to determine what approach and investments work best given your financial goals, investment time horizon and risk profile.
Jean Koehler, CLTC, CRPC, is a Financial Advisor (and Business Financial Advisor) with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. She specializes in fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies and has been in practice for 18 years. To contact her: ameripriseadvisors.com/jean.d.koehler, (626)254-0455, 55 E. Huntington Dr. #340, Arcadia, Ca.91006 The S&P 500 Index is a basket of 500 stocks that are considered to be widely held. The S&P 500 index is weighted by market value (shares outstanding times share price), and its performance is thought to be representative of the stock market as a whole. The S&P 500 index was created in 1957 although it has been extrapolated backwards to several decades earlier for performance comparison purposes. This index provides a broad snapshot of the overall US equity market. Over 70% of all US equity value is tracked by the S&P 500. Inclusion in the index is determined by Standard & Poor’s and is based upon their market size, liquidity, and sector. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. Investment products are not federally or FDIC-insured, are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by any financial institution, and involve investment risks including possible loss of principal and fluctuation in value. Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., a registered investment adviser. Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. © 2018 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved.
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ow does a man connect with a woman these days? With all the confusion that the media has put out there about not offending women, it’s a wonder women get asked out at all. Men are terrified. They don’t want to be accused of any inappropriate behavior. If they are truly innocent, being accused for something in innocence can have devastating effects on a man. Men should also take note that sending women disturbing texts, images and sexual social media comments can also have legal consequences. If men are too lost to know what will turn a woman off then here are some tips: 1. Don’t send her vulgar disgusting images. It’s not cool and not funny. 2. Don’t stalk her. If she doesn’t respond, it’s a hint she’s not interested. 3. Don’t over-do the gifts, flowers, expensive day trips, and book weekend getaways before you even have a first date. Most women want to get to know a man they are
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meeting for the first time in a more casual relaxed nonthreatening environment. Public places. Coffee dates. Even a quick drink at the train station can give a woman a chance to see if there is any spark. 1. Do listen to her if she says she wants to meet somewhere in her safe zone. 2. Do the little things that women appreciate: open the door for her. Pick up the tab. Gently tell her she’s pretty without fawning all over her. Women like to hear they are beautiful without a man making it sound to smothering. 3. Do make a second
date if you get the vibe she’s interested and you are too. You’ll know she’s interested if she suggests getting together again. But then again that may be just out of nerves so be respectful if you call and she doesn’t respond. Men who push too much too soon can push a good woman away. Women are truly fearful as they should be. Men: Take it slow. Keep it simple. Hedda Muskat is the author of The
Rex and Ricky Need a Home Lifeline for Pets is still reaching out to find a foster for REX & RICKY, age 7. They would sooooo much benefit by being in a patient foster home. And, because they are so shy, the foster would not have to bring them to adoptions! If you can open your heart and home to two very shy boys and help them to trust, please call us at 626-676-9505 or
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Maria ‘Ria’ Michael Maria “Ria” Michael 1936-2018. Made her journey home to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 2, 2018. She is survived by her husband, Alan Michael, whom she met at Monrovia High School and married following graduation in 1954. Their love story continued for 63 years. Ria is also survived by her 4 children (Mindy Len, Kim Javier, Neal Michael and Lisa Michael), 4 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and a brother (William Straub). She was a beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friend to many. A Celebration of Ria’s life will be held on March 17, 2018 at Sierra Grace Fellowship (1260 Wesley Lane, Auburn) at 11:00 a.m. John 11:25: Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in Me will live, even though they die” and she believed.
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‘The President continues to struggle with gun safety in spineless leadership,’ Senator Portantino Senator Anthony J. Portantino, D–La Cañada Flintridge, submitted amendments Wednesday to SB 1100 to prevent gun violence. The bill would prohibit a person from making more than one firearm purchase within a 30-day period in California and increase the age requirement for purchasing all firearms to 21 years. Senator Portantino has a long record of supporting gun control and has previously authored legislation
to prevent gun violence. He successfully authored legislation to end the open carry of firearms on Main Street California. “Like most Americans, I was horrified by recent events in Florida. As a father of a high school sophomore I can’t stop thinking about the unnecessary nightmare that this tragedy caused for the affected families. I feel it is imperative that California leads when Washington refuses to act.
Our amendments create a simple fix to existing law. While Washington bows to pressure from the NRA and the President continues to struggle with gun safety in spineless leadership, in California the safety of every citizen should be a priority for all of us," commented Senator Portantino. Previously, Senator Portantino was the author of SB 497 which included the purchase limitations in these amendments. This
bill was supported by the California Chapters of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, All Saints Church Pasadena, California Teen Council, Coalition against Gun Violence, Courage Campaign, Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence, Physicians for Social Responsibility, and Women against Gun Violence. Portantino will once again seek community support for these sensible and necessary proposals.
A Series of Rare Heart Surgeries Saved Angelique Garcia Now she can sing, dance and visit the aquarium Even before Angelique Garcia was born, doctors at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) knew she had a severe form of congenital heart disease called complete atrioventricular canal defect (CAVC), thanks to a prenatal echocardiogram by CHLA cardiologist Jay Pruetz, MD. In a normal heart, there are four distinct walled chambers with valves that act as one-way doors to keep blood flowing in one direction: But in Angelique's heart, those walls and valves had formed abnormally, in essence leaving multiple open doors where blood from all four chambers was mixing and heading the wrong directions: “The large holes in her heart were causing oxygenrich blood from the left side of her heart to cross over to the right side, flooding the lungs with excessive blood flow,” Dr. Pruetz explains. Not only was her oxygen-rich blood diluted with oxygen-poor blood, it was moving very inefficiently, like multiple cars trying to simultaneously pass through an unprotected intersection with no traffic signs. In addition, Angelique was found to have a complicating condition – dysplastic left side valve leaflet with a severe leakage (mitral regurgitation) – where blood heading to her lungs was leaking backwards into her heart, further hindering
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Angelique with her parents and Dr. Pruetz - Courtesy photo by CHLAInitially
blood from reaching her body effectively. As a result, Angelique's heart was overworking itself and would fail if left untreated. After birth, Angelique was monitored by CHLA cardiologists and she weathered the heart condition with help from medication, but within weeks, her mother Maria noticed her newborn was struggling to eat and not growing well. “When she was a baby, she would have trouble finishing her bottle,” recalls Maria. Because of the excessive blood flow to the lungs, they could not function properly due to this extra fluid called pulmonary edema. Her heart was also working extra hard, causing damage. Medications were started to help clear
her lungs so that she could breathe easier, but Angelique’s heart failure continued to advance rapidly despite maximal medical therapy. At three months, she was hospitalized and the condition causing her blood to leak backwards into her heart was getting worse. To save her, CHLA cardiothoracic surgeons performed open heart surgery several times that week, employing several different procedures. “Had we had her 10 years ago, she probably wouldn’t have had a chance,” says Luis Garcia, Angelique’s father.” Her unusual heart condition accounts for about 5 percent of children born with congenital heart defects, but CHLA’s Heart
Institute was uniquely staffed to perform the surgery that would ultimately save her life - a unique hybrid heart procedure that required the skills of both a cardiothoracic surgeon and a pediatric interventional cardiologist. Initially, on Feb. 16, 2016, CHLA physicians attempted complete AV Canal repair on 3-month old Angelique’s failing heart, which was saddled with three separate holes, according to her dad. The complications persisted after the surgery, as Angelique continued to suffer severe mitral regurgitation, a condition so critical Angelique could not be weaned off the ventilator. Again and again, surgeons went back to the operating table to stabilize Angelique but they failed to stop the leakage, and her life hung in the balance. It was a traumatic time for the Garcia's, who stayed at Angelique’s bedside in the hospital’s cardiothoracic intensive care unit, which like most rooms at the hospital, is outfitted with a convertible bed for family members. “I appreciated having access to a chaplain and Child Life services, and Angelique enjoyed the therapy dogs to help with the stressful situation,” Maria said. Luis and Maria felt the care and surgical teams included them in every step of the process.
Probate Notices NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF IRENE AGUILAR GOMEZ Case No. 18STPB01550
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of IRENE AGUILAR GOMEZ A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Denise Gomez in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Denise Gomez be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal rep-resentative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent admin-istration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on March 19, 2018 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 9 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative ap-pointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representa-tive, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowl-edgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: DAVID A XAVIER ESQ SBN 102045 LAW OFFICES OF DAVID A XAVIER 401 S MISSION DR SAN GABRIEL CA 91776 CN946604 GOMEZ Feb 26, Mar 1,5, 2018 MONROVIA WEEKLY
Public Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC Sec. 6105) Escrow No. 1005368-SP NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s), business address(es) to the Seller(s) are: THK ENTERPRISE CORP, 3429 FRAZIER STREET BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706 Doing Business as: BAMBU ARCADIA All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s) within three years, as stated by the Seller(s), is/are: The location in California of the Chief Executive Office of the Seller(s) is: The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are: BOBA BEE, 11135 RUSH STREET, SUITE A, S EL MONTE, CA 91733 The assets to be sold are described in general as: FURNITURE, FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT, LEASEHOLD INTEREST & IMPROVEMENT ONLY and are located at: 651 W. DUARTE ROAD #E, ARCADIA, CA 91007 The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: GLOBAL ESCROW SERVICES INC, 19267 COLIMA RD STE L, ROWLAND HEIGHTS CA 91748 and the anticipated sale date is MARCH 19, 2018 The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. [If the sale is subject to Sec. 6106.2, the following information must be provided.] The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: GLOBAL ESCROW SERVICES INC, 19267 COLIMA RD STE L, ROWLAND HEIGHTS CA 91748 and the last date for filing claims
shall be MARCH 16, 2018, which is the business day before the sale date specified above. Dated: 02-20-2018 BUYER: BOBA BEE LA1975189 ARCADIA WEEKLY 3/1/18
Trustee Notices T.S. No.: 9551-3945 TSG Order No.: 160051824-CA-VOO A.P.N.: 8501-004010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/21/2006. 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. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 11/28/2006 as Document No.: 06 2623324, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: DAVID W GAYMAN AND MARIA F GAYMAN AS TRUSTEES, OF THE GAYMAN FAMILY LIVING TRUST, DATED JULY 7, 2000 AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 03/26/2018 at 10:00 AM Sale Location: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 732 RIDGESIDE DR, MONROVIA, CA 91016-1722 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $554,867.05 (Estimated) as of 03/16/2018. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. 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, 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www. nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9551-3945. 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. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 833-290-7452 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916-939-0772. Affinia Default Services, LLC, Omar Solorzano, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. 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Pasadena Basketball Advances to CIF Championship Game Spencer Stueve sports@beaconmedianews.com
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n one of the most exciting games in the Southern Section this season, the Pasadena Bulldogs just barely escaped with victory over the Rancho Verde High School Mustangs in the CIF Southern Section Division 1 Semifinals. The high scoring Bulldogs proved they were able to win in multiple ways. All season long, they have scored with ease, running up high scores and blowing teams out. Against Rancho Verde, it was their defense that carried
them to victory. Bulldog star Bryce Hamilton struggled, dealing with double and triple teams all night. The Mustangs dominated the 1st quarter, scoring 13 points and holding the high powered Bulldogs to just five. Though Pasadena would get right back in the game and tie it up at 19, the Mustangs closed the first half on a 6-0 heading into the break. Pasadena would come out of the locker room in the 2nd half and quickly even things up. The 2nd half was a slugfest, with both teams playing lock down defense and struggling to find consistent success on the offensive
end. With the score tied at 46 and time ticking down, the Bulldogs made the plays to close out the victory. After struggling for much of the night, Darius Brown knocked in the go-ahead shot to give PHS the lead, and the Bulldogs finished the game with one more dramatic stop on defense. For the second consecutive year, PHS will play in the championship game, this time against the Chino Hills Huskies on Saturday. Though the Ball brother trio is gone, Chino Hills is still a very talented team, led by blue chip recruit Onyeka Okongwu and the final Ball cousin, Andre.
The Pasadena Bulldogs will play Chino Hills for the CIF Championship - Courtesy Photo / @Bulldog_Future Twitter
Arcadia Boys Soccer Eliminated from CIF Playoffs Spencer Stueve sports@beaconmedianews.com
The Arcadia Apaches boys soccer season came to a close in heartbreaking fashion. In the opening round of the CIF Southern Section playoffs, AHS took on Santa Paula High School and the game would be decided by late drama. Throughout the entirety of regulation, neither team was able to break free. Neither put many shots on goal and no team found the back of the net. After no scoring in regulation, the game went to extra time, and it was much of the same. In the 1st extra time period, neither team was very effective in advancing the ball,
The Monrovia Wildcats fall 1-0 in CIF playoffs - Courtesy Photo / Torsten Dettlaff
Monrovia Boys Soccer Falls in Playoffs Spencer Stueve sports@beaconmedianews.com Arcadia Boys Soccer falls in extra time Courtesy photo / Arcadia Unified Facebook
and the score remained 0-0. There would be a 2nd extra period, set for 10 minutes, and if neither team scored, the game would go
to penalty kicks. With two minutes left, however, Santa Paula finally broke through, scoring the winning goal and ending the Apaches’ season.
The Monrovia boys soccer season has come to an end. With a trip to the CIF Southern Section Division 5 Quarterfinals on the line, the Wildcats came up just short. With the score tied at
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never able to break through themselves, and when Burkel put Oak Hills on top, there was no answer for the Wildcats. The game finished 1-0, and Monrovia’s season ended in disappointment. The Wildcats finished with a 17-7-3, 9-1 in Rio Hondo League play, good enough to bring home the league crown.
zero eight minutes into the 2nd half, Ethan Burkel of Oak Hills High School scored the lone goal of the game to defeat Monrovia. The Wildcats played a defensive game, cautious with their attack and quick to clear the ball and retreat. The strategy worked, keeping MHS in the game the entire way, but they were
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