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Danny Romero as Grand Marshall of 21st Annual Emily Ishigaki Children's Day Parade and Harvest Festival by Valerie Martinez El Monte
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Southern California newsman Danny Romero will serve as the Grand Marshall of the 21st Annual Emily Ishigaki Children’s Day Parade and Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 17, in the City of El Monte. Children’s groups, local agencies and schools participate in the annual event, which celebrates the rich multi-cultural community of El Monte youth and is slated to include: performances by parade participants; carnival rides; jumping bouncers; great food and distribution of free bicycles and helmets to the Opportunity Drawing winners. “We are thrilled to have Mr. Romero serve as the
Grand Marshall for the Parade and Festival,” Councilmember Juventino “J” Gomez said. “This event has become a fun-filled event for the residents of El Monte, and we believe Mr. Romero’s professional experience and personal support of local causes makes him an ideal candidate to host this special day.” Romero, the weekend evening weathercaster for ABC7 Eyewitness News, is an advocate of the Los Angeles community. Born and raised in East Los Angeles, Romero co-hosts the halfhour show “Vista L.A.,” as well as ABC7’s “Cool Kids” feature, which focuses on the positive work young
Courtesy Photo. ABC7 Eyewitness News weatherman Danny Romero will serve as the Grand Marshall at the City of El Monte’s 21st Annual Emily Ishigaki Children’s Day Parade and Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 17.
people are doing within the local Los Angeles community. “El Monte residents look forward every year to the annual Children’s Day Parade and Harvest Festi-
val,” Councilwoman Norma Macias said. “We want to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Romero as he leads this year’s festivities.” Romero is involved with multiple nonprofit organi-
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2015 is Disneyland’s Diamond Anniversary. On October 4 the Disney Corporation changed its annual passport offerings. The Premium passport has been eliminated in favor of two new passes that cost a family of four almost as much as an actual diamond! The Signature Plus passport allows entry every day of the year and includes parking, costing a family of four $4196. The Signature passport blocks December holiday visits, includes parking, and costs the same family $3396. Walt Disney opened Disneyland 60 years ago to create a place for parents to spend time with their children. Unfortunately, these new prices strain anyone’s budget and can be especially challenging for families. But, don’t despair. Here are less costly, LA area, familyfriendly options that provide a lot of fun. All prices are
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for family entry for a year: THEME PARKS Knott’s Berry Farm: $324 for 4 Regular Passes with no blackout dates; annual parking is an additional
$60 on 1 pass. Passes for Regular Passes with no entry to both Knott’s and blackout dates; general parkSoak City are available at ing $17 per visit. higher prices. Magic Mountain: $368 Universal StuDisney Sticker Shock continued on page 6 dios: $676 for 4