July 26, 2013
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Three OC Seniors will Compete for the Title of Ms. Senior California Photos by Bill Kohler Winner Will Go On to Compete in Ms. Senior America Pageant October 2013. The California Senior America Pageant is proud to announce that fourteen contestants from all over California will be competing for the coveted title of Ms. Senior California 2013 on Saturday, August 31, 2013 at the Rose Center Theater in Westminster, CA. When: Saturday, August 31, 2013 Time: 2:00 PM Location: Rose Center Theater 14140 All American Way
Westminster, CA 92683 Tickets to the pageant are $15.00
each and can be purchased online by going to: www.RoseCenterTheater. com and clicking on “tickets” . The theme this year is “The Best is Yet To Come”; the women who will be competing in the pageant are Mary Nelson from Apple Valley, Barbara Sheahan from Banning, Marcia Zadian from Buena Park, Wendy Hill from Encinitas, Sandra Erkus from Granada Hills, Esther Kenyon from Hawaiian Gardens, Alise Richel-Adler from Los Angeles; Gayla Jackson from Moorpark, Suzanne Millhollen-Goodrich from Rancho Santa Margarita, Sharon Curtis from Riverside; Fabie Combs from Yorba Linda, and from San Diego: Jenne Lenhart, Michele McDougal and Vernetta. Each contestant competing in this year ’s pageant either won a regional title or was first runner up in one of the seven preliminary pageants that were held around the State. The Pageant is open to women who have reached the “age of elegance” – 60 years of age and up. The Pageant seeks to elevate
Baby Boomer women as well as senior women, encouraging them to “stay vital and connected with life” and to be role models for their peers and younger generations. Pageant competition is based on an interview, modeling an evening gown, sharing of a philosophy of life statement, and talent. The winner of Ms. Senior California, will go, all expenses paid, to compete in the 2013 Ms. Senior America Pageant held October 2025, 2013 in Atlanta City at Resorts International. Reigning Ms. Senior California, Elisabeth Howard from Topanga Canyon, went on to win Ms. Senior Marcia Zadian from Buena Park America at the 2012 Ms. SeniorMs. Senior Culver City America Pageant. Ms. Howard is should be considered its one of a graduate of the Juilliard School its most valuable treasures. They with a B.S. and M.S. in voice. She believe that through their knowledge, is on the vocal faculty of Pepperdine experience, and resources, the University and is the founder and younger generations of America director of the highly respected Vocal have the opportunity to build a better Power Academy in Los Angeles, society. Ms. Senior California of America, established in 1980, with a network Inc. was established as a nonof teachers teaching the Elisabeth profit corporation in 2010 and is Howard Vocal Power Singing Method, affiliated with Ms. Senior America, domestically and internationally. Her clients have appeared on American Inc., founded in 1971. The Ms. Senior Idol, Star Search, TV series, film and California Pageant is celebrating its recording, Broadway, Off-Broadway 26th anniversary, and is now the largest senior pageant program in the and National Tours. Since 1972, the Ms. Senior America nation. For more information please – as well as all state chapters – has visit www.MsSrCalifornia.com. held to the philosophy that seniors are the foundation of America and
July is Dedicated as National Grilling Safety Month… Dad, the Burgers are Burning, and So is the House! Not something one wants to hear… “While gas grills contribute to a higher number of home fires than their charcoal counterparts, all grills pose a risk for fires and burns says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.” Firefighters respond to multiple structure fires this time of year that involve barbeques in courtyards, terraces, patios and decks. Grills should be placed well away from the home and deck railings, and out from under eaves and overhanging branches. If there is a fire involving grilling equipment, any fuel for the fire should not be near the home or any other structure. Some other grilling safety tips from the NFPA are: Propane and char grills should only be used outdoors. Keep children and pets at least three feet away from the grill area. Keep your grill clean by removing grease or fat buildup from the grills and in trays below the grill. Never leave your grill unattended. Always make sure your gas grill lid is open before igniting it. Check the gas tank hose for leaks before using it for the first time each year. If you smell gas Page 24
while cooking, immediately get away from the grill and call the fire department. Do not move the grill. If the flame goes out, turn the grill and gas off and wait at least 15 minutes before re-lighting it. Charcoal grills - There are several ways to get the charcoal ready to use. Charcoal chimney
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starters allow you to start the charcoal using newspaper as a fuel. If you use a starter fluid, use only charcoal starter fluid. Never add charcoal fluid or any other flammable liquids to the fire. Keep charcoal fluid out of the reach of children and away from heat sources. There are also electric
charcoal starters, which do not use fire. Be sure to use an extension cord for outdoor use. When you are finished grilling, let the coals completely cool before disposing in a metal container. For more information, visit www. nfpa.org/grilling or contact your local fire department!