Lakewood Community News - June 2019

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Summer kicks off with the return of Concerts in the Park

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Classic rock band The Answer starts off the series at Del Valle Park.

The Concerts in the Park series of seven popular and diverse musical acts kicks off Thursday, June 20 with classic rock band The Answer and concludes on Thursday, August 8. The concerts offer a relaxing evening of family fun in the grove at Del Valle Park at the intersection of Woodruff Avenue and Arbor Road.

Each concert starts at 6:30 p.m.

Dinner and refreshments will be sold, or attendees may bring their own picnic basket. Lawn chairs, blankets and picnics are encouraged. Pets, barbeques and alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

For a schedule of bands, food

trucks and other details, go to www. lakewoodcity.org/concerts or call 562-866-9771, extension 2408.

Concerts in the Park are solely supported by generous area businesses and concert patrons, including: Platinum sponsors: LBS Financial Credit Union, Kenny’s Auto Body-Towing, Coldwell Banker Coastal Alliance, VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital, DunRite Pest Control, Cerritos College Trustee Marisa Perez, Pan American Association, Assembly Member Anthony Rendon, Long Beach City College.

Gold sponsors: Watersafe

Swim School, Water Replenishment District of Southern California, Allen Tire Company, Rotary Club of Lakewood, Keller Williams Realty – Phillip Nunez. ♦

This summer’s schedule: June 20 The Answer (Classic Rock) June 27 Hard Day’s Night (Beatles Tribute) July 11 The Smokin’ Cobras (60s/70s) July 18 Country Nation (Country)

Lakewood resident honored for record-breaking hours volunteering

July 25 Escape (Journey Tribute) August 1 Boys of Summer (Eagles Tribute) August 8 Knyght Ryder (80s)

Free help for small businesses If you’ve been thinking about starting a small business, or need advice in helping your business grow, the Small Business Development Center located at Long Beach City College offers mentoring services, resources and insights…all at no cost.

The SBDC is primarily funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, and is one of California’s chief resources for small business development. Services include: • One-on-one mentoring and expert guidance • Connection to local business networks, economic development plans, and grant and local financing opportunities • Free classes on developing a business plan, marketing strategies, growing your business online and more To qualify for services, your business must be: • Under 500 employees • Located in L.A., Santa Barbara or Ventura County • For-profit Visit the website at https://longbeachsbdc.org to find out more and get started on helping your small business thrive. ♦

Volunteer Denny Reed enjoys the bench dedicated to him at Lakewood Station.

Lakewood resident Denny Reed retired from his first career in 1995 after 32 years working at an Arco refinery. Then he decided to give back to his community by volunteering at the Lakewood Sheriff’s Station.

He liked helping Deputy Sheriffs keep Lakewood safe so much that he turned the volunteer assignments into a second career of sorts, racking up the hours over time to equal a 20year full-time job…a record for any volunteer in the history of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department!

Lakewood City Council Members recently joined dozens of Sheriff’s personnel (and members of Denny’s family) in surprising the longtime Lakewood resident with a special ceremony at the Lakewood Sheriff’s Station. Among the tokens of appreciation was a bench engraved in Denny’s name that will sit in the sta-

tion’s outside assembly area.

See a video about Denny produced

by Lakewood CityTV at www.lakewoodcity.org/Reed.

“We are so proud of Denny,” said Mayor Todd Rogers. “And he’s just a great example of the kind of people we have in Lakewood, who love their community, take care of it and their neighbors, and give back.”

You may see Denny and other station volunteers in Lakewood in their white shirts, directing traffic after an accident, doing vacation checks for residents, helping at community events like Concerts in the Park, or doing behind the scenes work inside the Sheriff’s Station. That volunteer work frees up Deputy Sheriffs to spend more time doing what they alone can do: patrolling the city, investigating crimes and keeping Lakewood one of the safest communities in the region. ♦

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How to stay connected to your neighborhood

By Mayor Todd Rogers

One of the advantages of living in Lakewood is having lots of fun community events you can attend.

Or new restaurants and businesses to try out. Or great recreation programs for residents of all ages at our city’s parks and senior centers.

But you can’t take part in these activities if you don’t know about them, right?

And that’s why the City of Lakewood makes an extra effort to provide helpful information to our residents in as many different ways as possible.

But you as a resident still need to take the final important step of reading what comes to your mailbox, or signing up to receive e-newsletters from the city, or liking and following the city on your social media feed.

One of the best ways to stay connected with what’s happening in your community is what you’re doing right now…reading the Lakewood Community News!

Another good way is by subscribing for free to the City of Lakewood’s colorful eMagazine called “Lakewood Connect,” which will get delivered to your email inbox every Wednesday.

Over 23,000 Lakewood residents subscribe—one of the largest subscription rates of any city in our region.

Lakewood Connect will update you every week on fun and helpful events in town, new city services, and holiday scheduling changes for trash and street sweeping.

You’ll also get to see beautiful photos and videos of community events. And our eMagazine will alert you to road construction projects that might affect your commute.

Sign up at www.lakewoodcity.org/emagazine. If you decide later that it’s not for you, you can always unsubscribe and our city staff will remove you quickly from the distribution list.

The city’s award-winning website at www.lakewoodcity.org is another great tool to stay connected and access city services and news about Lakewood.

Want to watch a fun video about Lakewood…and learn about city history or city services at the same time? Go to www.lakewoodcity. org/CityTV and find lots of creative choices.

Want to learn about Lakewood via social media platforms you use? Then be sure to like and follow @LakewoodCalifornia on Facebook, @lakewoodca on Twitter and @lakewoodcity on Instagram to see our fun and informational posts about what’s happening in town.

Prefer the good ole-fashioned way of speaking to a real person?

Lakewood prides itself on having a dedicated team of customer service staff at Lakewood City Hall ready to listen to your comments and act on your requests for service. Give them a call at 562866-9771, extension 2140. Your customer service staff here are available on the phone or in person for extended hours from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on alternate Fridays. City Hall is closed every other Friday.

If you can’t reach City Hall by phone or in person during the day, that’s OK. E-mail our customer service team at service1@lakewoodcity.org. You can also leave a phone message at 562-866-9771, extension 2140 that will be acted on the next business day.

If you have an after-hours service emergency like a street signal

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outage or water main break, call the number above and you can leave a message that will be immediately forwarded to a 24-hour, on-call city staff member. Remember, if it’s a police or fire emergency, always call 9-1-1. If it’s a non-emergency law enforcement matter, you can call the Lakewood Sheriff’s Station business line 24 hours a day at 562-623-3500.

Residents can also report an issue, ask a question or give input to the city using a custom Lakewood app on their smart phones. Links to the apps are at www.lakewoodcity.org/mobileapp.

As you can see, the city has created a wide variety of ways for you as a resident to stay connected to your community and take full advantage of the customer-friendly service that is an enduring value and tradition here Lakewood. ♦ Apply for a seat on California’s 2020 Citizens Redistricting Commission Every 10 years, after the federal census, a commission of California citizens is created to re-establish district boundaries to reflect the new population data, without political influence or interference by special interests.

With the approach of the 2020 U. S. Census, the California State Auditor’s Office needs qualified candidates to apply for a seat on the 14-member Citizens Redistricting Commission. The application period is from June 10 through August 9, 2019.

For more information about eligibility, how to apply, and how the commission works, visit the website at http://ShapeCaliforniasFuture.auditor.ca.gov. ♦

City Spotlight Check out summer recreation activities!

The new summer recreation catalog is available and registration is going on now. Many programs are free or low cost.

Don’t delay registering for a summer of fun! Many popular courses fill early. Online and mail-in registration is going on now, or visit www.lakewoodcity.org/ecatalog and enter the activity number from the catalog description for details and to sign up.

Pick up a catalog at a Lakewood Library, City Hall or any Lakewood park or call 562-8669771, extension 2408 to have a copy mailed to you. Visit www. lakewoodcity.org/Catalog to download a PDF version.

Teen Summer Kick-Off Party Teens in grades 6-12 start your summer off right by attending the free Summer Kick-Off Party at the Lakewood Youth Center, 4658 Woodruff Ave., on Friday, June 7 from 4-7 p.m. Drop in with your friends and enjoy free food, sno-cones, music, an inflatable obstacle course, open game room and more! For more information call the Lakewood Youth Center at 562-429-7472.

Spring Car Show Series concludes June 14 The Spring Car Show series concludes at Palms Park, 12305 207th St., on Friday, June 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. A variety of cars will be displayed along with a selection of food trucks, vendors and a kids’ zone.

All cars are welcomed and no entry fee is required. This is a free event to the public.

For more information or to register a vehicle, contact Kristin Preciado at kpreciado@ lakewoodcity.org or call Lakewood’s Recreation and Community Services Department at 562-866-9771 extension 2408.

Teen Summer Adventure Series Teens ages 12-17 can get a

breath of fresh air and get heart rates up by participating in the five-part Summer Adventure Series. Trips vary from hikes, to rock climbing and kayaking.

Most events are free and transportation is provided to the first ten participants that register online. The complete schedule is located on the Teen Scene pages of the Summer Catalog, which can be picked up at any Lakewood park or library, or visit www.lakewoodcity.org/teenprograms for a printable version. Registration is required.

Call the Lakewood Youth Center at 562-429-7472 for more information.

Summer swim opportunities Swim Lessons: The first session of summer swim lessons will take place Monday, June 17 to June 28 at Mayfair and McCormick Pools. Online swim lesson priority registration for residents begins June 8 at 7 p.m.

Non-residents may register online beginning June 11 at 7 p.m.

Walk-in registration will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. beginning Saturday, June 15. Participants may sign up at www. lakewoodcity.org/ecatalog.

Recreation Swim: Summer recreation swim will take place at Mayfair and McCormick Pools daily beginning June 15 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and 2:45 to 4:15 p.m. Resident fees are $1 for children and $1.50 for adults (age 18+). Non-resident fees are $2 for children and $3 for adults (age 18+).

Aqua Zumba and Water Aerobics: Aqua Zumba will begin Monday, June 17 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at McCormick Pool, 3300 Del Amo Blvd. Register at www.lakewoodcity.org/ ecatalog using activity #13878.

Water Aerobics classes will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. beginning June 18, and Saturdays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. beginning June 22, at Mayfair Pool.

Register at www.lakewoodcity.org/ecatalog. Mayfair Pool is located at 5720 Clark Ave. For more information, please call 562-866-9771, extension 2408.

Family Swim Nights: Themed Family Swim Nights are offered at Mayfair and McCormick pools every Friday, beginning June 21, with a Father’s Day Special offering one free adult admission for Dad with the purchase of a child’s admission.

Admission is $3 per Lakewood resident and $5 per non-resident.

Must show valid adult ID and proof of Lakewood residency.

Lap swimming: Mayfair and McCormick pools also offer adult-only lap swimming. It’s a great way to have a healthy workout at your own pace that is easy on your joints. Times and details at the website below or call the number above.

For a complete list of all swim lessons and aquatic events, visit www.lakewoodcity.org/swim.

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City shows appreciation to 9-1-1 operators

Lakewood 9-1-1- Operators Evonne Truong (left) and Leah James.

The County of Los Angeles employs a team of 9-1-1 Operators at the Lakewood Sheriff’s Station to field 9-1-1 calls from Lakewood and nearby cities. 9-1-1 Operators have a stressful job, talking with residents who themselves are in very stressful and sometimes emergency situations. Because 9-1-1 Operators work behind the scenes, they rarely get the public appreciation that other members of the public safety community receive.

To show Lakewood’s 9-1-1 Operators that their daily work for Lakewood residents is appreciated, Lakewood city officials recently visited the Sheriff’s Station, met with 9-1-1 Operators on various shifts, and provided them with a pizza lunch and a lot of thanks. ♦

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Summer Travel Program makes exploring fun and easy You can enjoy exhibits of 7,000 years of ancient art and a breathtaking view of Malibu, experience the soaring score and epic special effects of a world-class musical, take a private tour of an impressive museum art collection in Pasadena, or travel to “Little Denmark” for the Danish Days celebration…all with no parking or traffic worries.

Lakewood has four spectacular travel trips planned for this summer, and each one requires you only to register, board the bus and enjoy the ride to your next adventure!

• Saturday, June 22 (Activity #14040): Getty Villa, including the J. Paul Getty Museum

• Friday, July 12 (Activity #14192): Phantom of the Opera • Saturday, August 10 (Activity #13998): Norton Simon Museum & Old Town Pasadena • Saturday, September 21 (Activity #14486): Solvang Danish Days The first summer trip heads to Malibu to visit the Getty Villa on Saturday, June 22. The Getty Villa houses the J. Paul Getty Museum’s collection of approximately 44,000 Greek, Roman and Etruscan antiquities. Over 1,200 works are on view in 23 galleries devoted to the permanent collection, with five additional galleries for changing exhibitions. The cost is $25, including bus transportation.

Lunch is on your own (two onsite

eateries available). Please arrive at the Burns Community Center by 8:15 a.m.

Registration for these trips will open for Lakewood residents on May 25, as soon as the Lakewood Summer Recreation Catalog is delivered over Memorial Day weekend. Non-residents may register beginning Monday, June 3. Watch your mailbox and get ready to sign up, as these trips will fill early.

For more details on the trips and fees, visit www.lakewoodcity. org/ecatalog and enter the activity number in the search box or call 562-924-0149.

For more information about registration, please call 562-8669771, extension 2408. ♦

The Getty Villa is one of four Lakewood travel destinations.

Free water-wise irrigation class

Imagine 50% of all the drinking water you pay for being thrown outside—you don’t use it to clean, cook or stay hydrated.

You can save water and money and still have a beautiful yard by learning how to get the most out of your irrigation system at this

free workshop on Saturday, June 15 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Weingart Senior Center in Lakewood.

You will learn about the components and layout of a waterefficient residential irrigation system and how to install and maintain it. Troubleshooting the most common irrigation problems will also be covered.

See the flyer for the workshop at www.lakewoodcity.org/Irrigation. You can register at www. wrd.org/content/eco-gardenerclass-form or call 562-275-4265 to RSVP. ♦

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Summer Camps Kids looking for ways to stay busy this summer have several day camp options. Lakewood’s popular Summer Day Camp at Monte Verde Park is available once again, as well as other special topic camps – basketball, skateboarding, tennis, LEGO camps, electronics, science, gymnastics and dance camps – are offered throughout the summer. Check the Lakewood Recreation Catalog for these and many other camps.

Finally It’s Friday Lakewood’s long-standing commitment to fun and affordable events for families continues this summer with the “Finally it’s Friday” event series.

Programs run Friday evenings, beginning June 21 and running through August 16. Activities include movies, family swim, game nights, theatre and “FUNTastic Family Night” events, which pair live entertainment

with dinner.

Registration is required for most events. Many are free.

Sign up at www.lakewoodcity. org/ecatalog.

• Friday, June 21 Movie Night Under the Stars Featuring “The Sandlot” – Rated PG Bring the entire family and enjoy an evening of FREE family fun and movie entertainment under the stars at beautiful Monte Verde Park. Movie length is 1 hour and 41 minutes. Guests can bring some chairs and a picnic and enjoy a fun evening with their families. Before the show, kids can win prizes by participating in fun activities! Scheduled movie begins at 8:15 p.m.

To help us plan a memorable experience, pre-registration is required at www.lakewoodcity. org/ecatalog. Sorry, no pets or alcohol allowed at the park.

• June 21- Father’s Day Special at Mayfair and McCormick Pools, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. One free adult admission for Dad (Cont’d. on Pg. 11)

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Pan American Association honors ten Lakewood students

Pan Am Scholarship winners were honored on May 2.

The Lakewood Pan American Association has chosen 10 Lakewood students as recipients of its annual scholarship awards. Current high school seniors who live in Lakewood are eligible, regardless of where they go to school. Scholarships range from $500 to $1,500 and are provided to help pay future college or trade school costs.

This year’s winners are: - Nicole Burgos (Mayfair High School) - Olivia Galvan (Saint Joseph High School) - Haily Gonzalez Esparza (Artesia High School) - Matthew Martinez (Ernest McBride High School) - Mackenzie Munguia (Lakewood

High School) - Mikaela Munguia (Lakewood High School) - Alice Oum (Mayfair High School) - Ciara Orpilla (Lakewood High School) - Mark Szekrenyi (Valley Christian High School) - Tyler Stibal (Mayfair High School) Students who have overcome adversity, made significant contributions to their schools and/or community, and excelled academically are typical of the honorees chosen.

Scholarship recipients served as Pan American Ambassadors during Lakewood’s celebration of Pan American friendship in May. Since the scholarship program began in 1999, more than $155,000 in financial aid to students has been provided. ♦

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Protect yourself and your family from mosquitoes

Small Aedes mosquito, which can carry the Zika virus.

Mosquitoes can quickly breed in water left standing just a few days. Serious illness and even death can result from mosquitoborne diseases like West Nile virus and the new threat of the Zika virus.

Zika is transmitted by the small Aedes mosquito and has serious repercussions for pregnant women. Aedes mosquitoes can live indoors or outdoors.

Eggs are laid along the waterline of any water-holding container such as vases, plant saucers, buckets, used tires, and even plants that hold water, like bamboo or bromeliads. Eggs can remain alive for years, and hatch into larvae when conditions are right.

Look for: • small, black mosquitoes with white stripes • mosquitoes active and biting during the day--even indoors!

• immature mosquitoes (larvae and pupae) swimming in stagnant water.

Mosquitoes do not fly far, so if you are getting bites, the water is likely in your yard. If you are unable to find and remove the source yourself, contact the Greater L.A. County Vector Control District at

562-944-9656 or www.ReportMosquitoes.org. This FREE service includes inspection and treatment.

Remember the “3 Ds” of mosquito protection: • DEET: Use insect repellant containing DEET, Picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus to keep mosquitoes away. Prevent mosquitoes from invading your home by ensuring window screens are intact.

• Dawn & Dusk: Dawn and dusk are the most active time for most mosquitoes. If you must be outdoors at those times, wear longsleeve shirts and pants and insect repellant. Note: The Aedes mosquito is active during the day.

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• Drain: Clear your yard of any standing water, including water pooling at the bottom of plant saucers. Check toys or other small items left standing in water and wash them thoroughly if kept.

Mosquito eggs laid in cracks are hard to detect and can live for up to a year. Remove or drill holes in the bottom of all plant pots, saucers, barrels, bins and old tires.

For more information on Aedes and other mosquitoes, visit www.glacvcd.org.

Untreated swimming pools can be reported to Lakewood City Hall by calling 562-8669771, extension 2140, or emailing service1@lakewoodcity.org.

Residents finding any dead birds or squirrels (which could be a sign of West Nile virus) can report them by calling the West Nile Virus Dead Bird Hotline at 877-968-2473. ♦

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Water quality report now available

Lakewood’s 2018 Water Quality Report has just been completed and shows that the city’s drinking water continues to meet all federal and state quality standards.

You can view the report at www.lakewoodcity. org/2018waterqualityreport.

If you want a copy or have any questions, contact the Lakewood Department of Water Resources at 562-866-9771, extension 2700. ♦

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Illegal fireworks cause injuries, fires…and fines!

This man lost three fingers lighting off illegal fireworks last year in Wash., DC.

Over 5,000 Americans are injured every year from the use of skyrockets, firecrackers and other fireworks that are illegal in Lakewood and most communities. Homes have burned in Lakewood because of skyrockets raining down on the roofs of innocent neighbors.

The Lakewood Sheriff’s Station reminds residents to celebrate the Fourth of July safely by not using illegal fireworks--and not tolerating those who do.

If you think someone is planning to sell or use illegal fireworks, or know of a location that regularly uses illegal fireworks, call Lakewood’s Illegal Fireworks Tipline at 562-866-9771, extension 7233 or email Service1@lakewoodcity. org before July 4th.

Please include: • exact address of the residence suspected of possessing and/or discharging illegal fireworks.

• as much information as possible about the person suspected of selling illegal fireworks, their location and the violation.

Your name will remain confidential and the sooner you report this information, the better. If Deputy Sheriffs know of illegal fireworks parties in advance, that provides the best opportunity to prevent the fire-

works from being used and keeping everyone in the neighborhood safe.

If you observe the sale or use of illegal fireworks, including on July 4th, call the Lakewood Sheriff’s Station at 562-623-3500 immediately!

The only fireworks that are legal in Lakewood are those that are rated “Safe and Sane.” Safe and Sane fireworks do not explode or launch into the air. They can be purchased from any authorized firework stand in California, including those in Lakewood. Be sure to look for the fireworks sale permit and State of California Fire Marshal’s seal that all stands are required to display.

Legal fireworks may be only discharged in Lakewood on July 4th between 10 a.m. and 11 p.m.

Fireworks bought in other states, over the Internet, or from any other source are illegal.

The City of Lakewood has strengthened its public education and enforcement campaign to re-

duce the use of illegal fireworks in the city: • New graphics and educational materials explain the dangers that people pose to themselves, their children and their neighbors by using illegal fireworks.

• The city has enhanced its traditional fine of $1,000 for illegal fireworks use by adding a $250 Fire Marshal disposal fee and other charges that now double the penalty to $2,000 or more.

• The city pays for extra Deputy Sheriffs to patrol on July 4th to shut down illegal fireworks displays and issue citations to those responsible, including property owners. Over the past two years, Deputy Sheriffs have issued over 100 citations for illegal fireworks use in Lakewood, with many fines totaling between $1,000-$2,000 or more.

Do your part as a good neighbor to celebrate July 4th responsibly and discourage the use of dangerous illegal fireworks in Lakewood. ♦

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Apply for a seat on California’s 2020 Citizens Redistricting Commission Every 10 years, after the federal census, a commission of California citizens is created to re-establish district boundaries to reflect the new population data, without political influence or interference by special interests.

With the approach of the 2020 U. S. Census, the California State Auditor’s Office needs qualified candidates to apply for a seat on the 14-member Citizens Redistricting Commission. The application period is from June 10 through August 9, 2019.

For more information about eligibility, how to apply, and how the commission works, visit the website at http://ShapeCaliforniasFuture.auditor.ca.gov. ♦

City updates RV and trailer parking permit system

The City of Lakewood is about to make it even easier to request parking permits for RVs and trailers. On June 3, the city will launch the new version of its online RV and Trailer Parking Permit System at www.lakewoodcity.org/parkingpermits. The system allows residents to obtain parking permits 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The new system will be accessible through mobile browsers, so you can get your permits on the go.

Existing users will not need to re-register in the new system, but will need to reset their passwords.

There’s a step-by-step guide online at www.lakewoodcity.org/ RVGuide to help you get started.

City of Lakewood customer service staff can also help, either on the phone or at City Hall.

The new parking permit system has the following improvements: • Streamlines the process in getting permits by reducing the number of online clicks customers have to make.

• Cleans up the user interface to quickly get where you want to go.

• Allows you to access the system from your mobile device.

• Automatically emails you confirmation of the permits.

• Has help within easy reach.

A Frequently Asked Questions document that explains the permit regulations in Lakewood is available at www.lakewoodcity.org/ RVFAQ or call City Hall staff at 562-866-9771, extension 2140.

You can also obtain an RV Permit through the Sheriff’s Safety Center at Lakewood Center by calling 562-623-3583. ♦

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Older Adult Volunteers of the Year are…Jerry and Georgia Wendt!

Jerry and Georgia Wendt are congratulated by Lakewood City Council Members.

On April 17, 2019 the City of Lakewood hosted an appreciation luncheon to thank the senior Lakewood volunteers who have given so much of their time to the community.

Jerry and Georgia Wendt, 40-year residents of Lakewood and dedicated community volunteers, received special recognition as the Older Adult Volunteers of the Year.

“On behalf of the people of Lakewood and my city council colleagues, thank you Jerry and Georgia for all that you have done for our residents and our community,” said Mayor Todd Rogers. “You have definitely made life better in Lakewood!”

Jerry and his wife Georgia Wendt volunteer at the Weingart Senior Center as lead volunteers for the Brown Bag Food Distribution Program. This program, administered through the Foodbank of Southern California, provides groceries twice a month to low income seniors struggling to make ends meet. Jerry volunteered with the program for over 12 years, eventually recruiting Georgia to help out as well. In the past, he has enlisted the help of his daughter and grandsons, making it a true family affair.

Jerry and Georgia enjoy spending time with their son Brian, daughter Julie, and their seven grandchildren ranging in age from 4 to 30. ♦

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The Lakewood Women’s Club

The Lakewood Women’s Club’s next monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 18 at 11:00 am. This month we will meet at a different location -- Bolivar Park at 3300 Del Amo Blvd.This will be a Pot Luck.

Our program for this month will be the update on the State Convention attended by two of our members.

The Lakewood Women’s Club concentrates on civic projects to help improve the lives of those in the area and we welcome other women to join us. Besides our daytime meetings held the 3rd Tuesday of each month, we also have evening meetings held the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the American Legion, 5938 Parkcrest St., Long Beach at 6:30 pm. For added information, call our membership chairman Sandra Reprogle Richardson at 562-866-8410.

This will be our last meeting until September --

Have a fun summer, everyone!

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Senior Health and Information Fair Taco Mell opens second Lakewood’s Senior Health Fair will be held Friday, June 21 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Weingart Senior Center at 5220 Oliva Ave. (just south of Candlewood Street and west of Lakewood Boulevard).

Free screenings and health-related information will be available throughout the morning. The event is free and open to the public. Call the senior center at 562-630-6141 for additional information.

Lunch is available for those 60+ provided by the Human Services Association at the usual donation of $2.25. Those under the age of 60 are welcome to eat at a cost of $4.50. For a lunch reservation, call 562-630-6210 after June 17.

Health screenings typically featured include: • Hearing tests • Stroke risk assessment • Grip strength testing • Massage therapy • Glucose and blood pressure testing • Cholesterol screening • Body fat analysis • Thyroid screening Screenings offered are subject to change. ♦

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Los Angeles taco catering company Taco Mell opened their second restaurant location in the Lakewood Center Mall on April 27th with a grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting. Mayor Todd Rogers and Vice Mayor Jeff Wood attended the event along with Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Jose Solache and Board Chair Travis Jackson.

The event was met with positive reactions from the community and a sizable crowd gathered in support of Lakewood’s newest restaurant and to try their delicious food, especially their famous “3-Meat Burrito”.

Taco Mell is located at 127B Lakewood Center Mall, next to California Pizza Kitchen. For more information and location hours, please contact (844) 822-6635. ♦

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Welcome a new nail and beauty bar to Lakewood Local residents were excited to welcome the newest nail salon, Luxe Nail & Beauty Bar to Lakewood on April 20th with a grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting. The event was attended

by Mayor Steve Rogers and Vice Mayor Jeff Wood, along with Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Jose Solache. Business owners Ester and Ruben Orozco posed for pictures with the City Council members and Chamber staff, along with their employees and satisfied customers.

Located in the Hardwick St. Plaza across from the Lakewood Center Mall, Luxe Nail & Beauty Bar strives to bring “Hollywood to Lakewood” with their luxurious atmosphere, stylish and modern decor and top-rate service. For more information on the services they provide, please call (310) 554-4010. ♦

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with purchase of child’s admission. $3 per Lakewood resident, $5 per non-resident, adult ID and proof of Lakewood residency required. Adults must accompany children.

- June 28- Lakewood’s Summer Fair at San Martin Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free event is recommended for children ages 8-13. No registration required.

- June 28- Dip ‘N’ Dance at Mayfair and McCormick Pools, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The pool staff will play an assortment of popular music for the whole family to enjoy. $3 per resident, $5 per non-resident, adult ID and proof of Lakewood residency required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

- July 5- Itty Bitty Beach Party at Mayfair and McCormick Pools, for ages 6 months to 6 years, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. $3 per resident, $5 per non-resident, adult ID and proof of Lakewood residency required. Parents must accompany children.

Go to www.lakewoodcity. org/FinallyitsFriday for a listing of events planned for July and August. ♦

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Kids can play games and see exhibits and demonstrations at the Expo.

Summer fun and safety are the focus of two classic and free Lakewood events on Saturday, June 15 at Mayfair Park.

Lakewood Youth Sports (LYS) kicks off its opening day ceremonies on Saturday, June 15 at 10 a.m. at Mayfair Park’s Lisa Fer-

nandez Field. At 10:30 a.m. the same day, all Lakewood youth can enjoy a range of free activities, including bouncers and a rock-climbing wall.

The annual Lakewood Public Safety Expo also starts at 10:30 a.m. on June 15 at Mayfair Park and concludes at 1:30 p.m. and features: • Demonstrations by L.A. County Sheriff’s Department and L.A. County Fire Department (please note that demonstrations could change if the units involved are called away for an emergency response).

• An up close look at the Sheriff’s Department and Fire Department specialized vehicles, and a chance to meet the pilot and see the Robinson-44 Sky Knight helicopter, Lakewood’s “eye in the sky.”

• Information on how to conduct basic CPR with the Red Cross.

• Tips to prepare your homes and pets for an emergency.

• Crime prevention strategies for home and auto security.

• Neighborhood Watch information and volunteer opportunities in Lakewood’s crime prevention programs. ♦

DNA Salon Hosts CutA-Thon Fundraiser for Su Casa Domestic Abuse Treatment Center

Su Casa, a non-profit community based organization dedicated to the philosophy that every individual has the right to live free from domestic violence, experienced a huge win during the recent Cut-A-Thon that took place at DNA Salon in Lakewood on April 28th. The salon staff, along with neighboring stylists came together to provide haircuts to the community and raised over $3,200 to benefit Su Casa. “We are so grateful that our neighboring stylists saw value in spending their Sunday with us for this great cause”, said DNA co-owners Diana and Alisa Macias.

The ladies look forward to continuing their journey towards being solid community service leaders and state that “community” and “service” define the core values of their company.

“We are devoted to this because we know that as humans, we all need a hand up once in a while. It is crucial to know others through volunteerism”, said the Macias team. ♦

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Make a dent

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed that you felt powerless to do anything? The enormity of the task at hand, weighing heavy, like a boulder on your back, paralyzing you, rendering you immobile.

We feel overwhelmed because we tend to look at the whole instead of its parts. Tackling any big endeavor requires taking bite-size pieces. Imagine someone putting a plate of lasagna in front of you and saying, “Eat it all. Right now!” Impossible! To make a dent, you have to start with one bite, and then another, until you’re done; that is the only way to get the lasagna down your throat.

It’s the same for any big project you want to tackle. In his book, The Happiness Advantage, Shawn Achor refers to Principle 5, The Zorro Circle. Achor says that “… limiting your focus to small, manageable goals can expand your

sphere of power.” The Zorro Circle suggests you focus on one little thing at a time. Each time you manage it, you feel a little more in control, confident. This empowers you and creates momentum. And momentum is all you need to start making a dent!

Submitted by Rossana Snee, MFT, author of The Healing Alphabet, 26 Empowering Ways to Enrich Your Life. Follow her on Twitter, Periscope (@askjoshsmom), and www.rossanasnee.com. She is available in a therapeutic capacity, and also for speaking engagements. ♦

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You’re invited to a Lakewood Community Safety Meeting in your neighborhood Come meet the members of Lakewood’s Public Safety Department and the Special Assignment Team of deputy sheriffs at your local park for light refreshments and a community safety update.

You’ll learn about crime trends in your neighborhood, the state of public safety in Lakewood, and Lakewood’s crime prevention programs to help you protect yourself and your property. Bring your family, friends and neighbors… everyone is welcome at this free event.

Meetings will be held at five parks as well as at Burns Community Center from May 29 through August 19 on either a weekday evening or a Saturday morning.

See the flyer at www.lakewoodcity.org/CSMeetings for your neighborhood’s meeting date and time.

For more information, please call the Lakewood Community Safety Center at 562-623-3583. ♦

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Lakewood’s pet-friendly summer tradition, Bow Wow and Meow Day, returns Monday, June 17 from 5 to 8 p.m., along Civic Center Way, near the northeast corner of Clark and Del Amo. The one-stop event offers required rabies vaccinations at only $6 each. Other products and services offered include: • dog licensing on site • individual vaccines and discounted vaccination packs • micro-chipping • nail trimming

• physical exams • flea control products Information regarding low-cost spaying/neutering and health care for dogs and cats will be available.

Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted. Dogs must be on leashes and cats in secure carriers. Residents may purchase a dog license from License Inspectors at the clinic. Click www.lakewoodcity.org/pets for more information about pet services and pet adoption. ♦

Congratulations to the winner of the May Sudoku puzzle, Henry Mariotti! To be eligible, print your name, address and phone number on a letter size (8½ x 11) piece of paper, and then tape the puzzle onto the paper. Mail entries to: Lakewood Community News, P.O. Box 160, Lakewood, CA 90714. Or drop it by the Chamber office at 24 Lakewood Center Mall in Lakewood (next to See’s Candies). The winners are drawn by random.

One entry per household. The winner will be drawn on Thursday, June 20, 2019, and the call to the winner will be made the same day. If a message is left, the prize must be claimed by return phone call within 48 hours (two business days) or a new winner will be chosen. The name of the winner will be published in the July issue, along with a new Sudoku Puzzle. u

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Turn household headaches into easy fixes

(StatePoint) As temperatures rise, it’s time to enjoy the great outdoors. But you may find the colder months took a toll on your home, yard or gear. Are there some items that seem beyond repair?

Here are a few tips and tape repairs to get you through even the toughest tasks.

1. No More Slippery Steps. Falls are one of the leading causes of unintentional injuries, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and if you have an older ladder with poor traction, you could be asking for trouble. So, if your next project takes you to new heights, make sure to first apply tread tape to each ladder rung to provide extra grip and protection from slipping, helping to keep you from becoming a statistic.

2. Get a Grip on Garden Gear.

Taking care of your lawn and garden is no easy task, and your garden tools

may have the wear and tear to prove it.

Whether you’re dealing with broken handles, worn grips or torn fabrics, use a high-strength tape such as T-Rex Tape, which has the intense strength, durability and holding power to handle even the most extreme repairs with ease and have you back to work in no time.

3. Simple Tech Saves. Blame it on multi-tasking: you dropped your device in the middle of a DIY video and a cracked screen has left you (and your project) in despair. Can’t break away to get to a repair shop? Apply clear repair tape over the shattered screen to get the surface functioning and you back to mastering your task.

4. Secure Furniture Moves.

Whether you’re moving the extra fridge into the garage to store frosty beverages or relocating patio set pieces from the shed, furniture moves can cause headaches. To make it easy, skip

the bungee and opt for Brute Force tape to keep doors shut and secure heavy pieces to the dolly.

5. Fast Repair for Flimsy Flag Poles.

If a broken flag pole is interfering with your patriotism or ability to support your favorite sports team, simply apply a strong, all-weather tape, such as T-Rex Tape for a fast and secure repair. The aggressive, double-thick adhesive sticks to rough, dirty surfaces and holds strong even through intense weather and temperatures.

6. Up Your Curb Appeal. If you’re looking for an inexpensive (and easy to install) boost to curb appeal, consider adding or updating house numbers, door knockers or other decorative hardware. Forget drilling into metal, brick or siding; instead, consider a heavy-duty mounting tape for a simple -- and stylish -- solution.

7. Patches for Pools. Warm weather means your family will be ready for fun in the sun and a few laps in your backyard pool. On the flip side, finding a pool leak can send you spiraling down the money drain, while a hole in your child’s favorite float might cause the next meltdown. For quick and easy repairs, grab T-Rex Waterproof Tape, which as the name implies, offers a waterproof seal, even for underwater repairs.

For additional repair tips, visit www.TRexTape.com.

Repairs don’t have to be as brutal as winter’s worst storm. This year, make sure to stock your tool box with the strongest tapes around. ♦

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