Pasadena Weekly 09.22.22

Father Nature says ‘Listen to fear’

By Ellen Snortland Pasadena Weekly Columnist

If we’re honest, most of us still feel like we’re teenagers: We’re awkward and unsure of how others see us. I’m still surprised when I get engulfed by big “bashful” waves.

When I was a first-time author, I had to overcome heart-pounding, crippling doubt and shyness to reach out to Gavin de Becker. I wanted him to read my book “Beauty Bites Beast” and then — if he believed in it — write the foreword. And why not? His bestselling book “The Gift of Fear” had been sweeping the country since it was published in 1997; Oprah Winfrey’s talk show would eventually have Mr. de Becker on over 40 times.

How did I have the chutzpah to reach out to de Becker? I was a pipsqueak; he was a major squeak… a squeaky wheel making a massive difference to women’s safety for decades worldwide. And yet, my friends, he said yes! I’ll never forget the joy and astonishment I felt when he called to say he would write my foreword. I admire him so much.

Fast forward to now, and I was again swept away with gratitude and excitement by Gavin’s invitation to participate in taping a series of classes also called “The Gift of Fear.” I got to talk about my passion on camera! I continue to be enthused about teaching women and girls what I consider their birthright: how to protect themselves from verbal, mental and — when push comes to shove — physical abuse. Most female and female-identified folks are developmentally delayed when it comes to self-protection. The media and entertainment conglomerates have brainwashed us into thinking men are “naturally” out of control and dangerous. I personally and professionally believe that so-called female helplessness, coupled with male violence run amok, is a global pandemic as deadly as any virus — but that’s another column.

Why am I mentioning this now? I’m thrilled to tell you that “The Gift of Fear: Master Class Series” is now available. Even better, it’s free for everyone who wants to learn more about staying safe and preventing violence. There are no ads, subscriptions, apps or other “gotchas” we are bombarded with these days. All one needs is access to a computer, even ones found in libraries. If you feel unsafe in your own home, check the rules on computer use at your local library and watch it there.

Speaking of local, my favorite mantra is, “Think globally, act locally… there’s nothing more local than your own body!” This is one of the most underdiscussed topics in society that exists. Thankfully, now all you have to do is to watch this series, a distillation of Mr. de Becker’s decades of ex perience, and you’ll get the remedial education we all need. I’m so proud to be in these Master Classes, I could burst.

You may be asking, “Why is fear a gift? I want to avoid fear as much as possible; I certainly don’t want to untie a ribbon and unwrap it!” While I understand the desire to avoid being afraid, ultimately, it’s not a good idea. Evading fear can create an extremely limited life. We raise many of our girls to sidestep risks when ironically, avoiding teaching them about “the gift” of fear may be the riskiest thing of all.

Real fear, which is not the same as worry or fretting about what “might” happen, is Mother Nature’s way of letting people know when something is happening now that needs immediate attention. That’s why genuine fear is a gift: It is not logic-generated; it’s designed to keep you safe.

Try an experiment right now: Order the fine hairs on your body to stand up. Go ahead. Nothing? Yeah. That’s what I thought.

Mother Nature gave us “logic overrides” because, frankly, your brain has more going on than just logic. I’m not dissing logic; it’s great! How ever, if you’ve read “The Gift of Fear,” you know darn well that real fear — not simply anxiety or concerns — is your friend, and you need to listen to it. How I wish I’d known this when I was in junior high. My life would have been completely altered for the better.

Master Class 6 is “Protecting Teenagers.” Here’s the description: Teenage girls are the most victimized people in our society. Joined by two young adults, the class learns about early dating, explicit rejection, and the power of the word no. Speaking about his work on getting new laws

passed, Gavin says, “I would trade them all for a high school class that would teach girls how to say ‘No’ and teach boys how to hear ‘No.’” I pro mote the nonprofit IMPACT Personal Safety classes for people of all ages, sizes, genders and backgrounds. Their classes changed my life.

So, listen to Mother Nature when she calls, and also listen to Gavin de Becker — you could call him “Father Nature.” These Master Classes are entertaining, enlightening, educational and transformative, all in easy, bitesize pieces. You’ll thank me.

To access the Master Classes, visit giftoffear.com.

Ellen Snortland has written “Consider This…” for a heckuva long time, and she also coaches first-time book authors! Contact her at ellen@beau tybitesbeast.com.

•LETTERS•

Judge Cannon displays her MAGA form

Editor:

The Trump classified documents heist produced a few added benefits by the pro-Trump appointed judge in his latest efforts to stall the investigation.

Judge Cannon generously granted Trump his wish to have a special master appointed to review every document seized, classified and all. As an added bonus, Team Trump got an extra “legal gift,” that report edly they weren’t even asking for: Judge Cannon halted the depart ment of justice’s ongoing investigation into Trump’s crimes.

Neal Katyal is a Supreme Court lawyer; law professor; extremist centrist and former U.S. acting solicitor general, stated, “Frankly, any of my first-year law students would have written a better opinion.”

From the many flaws written into the Cannon decision, it leaves the department of justice no choice but to appeal.

There goes Chief Justice Roberts, “We do not have Obama judges or Trump judges, Bush judges or Clinton judges,” Mr. Roberts claimed. “What we have is an extraordinary group of dedicated judges doing their level best to do equal right to those appearing before them.”

I guess Justice Thomas and Judge Cannon didn’t get the memo!

Dr. Richard A. French Pasadena

Pasadena Unified School District news

By Pasadena Unified School District Octavia E. Butler renaming celebration

One Pasadena Unified middle school is proving that a name can have meaning and that change can be a good thing. From now on, Washington Middle School will be known as Octavia E. Butler Magnet, a dual-language STEAM middle school.

“This evening isn’t merely about a simple name change,” PUSD superintendent Dr. Brian McDonald said in a school ceremony. “It’s about the kind of change that Octavia believed should begin with education, change that could be ignited by dedicated teachers and fueled by a school community.”

“Ultimately, it’s about change that I know will come from all the amazing kids who see Octavia as a role model and can learn from her legacy.”

Butler was a renowned science fiction author who began some of her early novels at Washington Junior High School. She graduated from John Muir High School in 1965 and went on to become a literary legacy. Despite obstacles of poverty and a learning disability, she achieved the highest honors in the field of science fiction writing.

PHS ninth grader Hazel Vukojevich, who recently graduated from OEB, designed the new oak tree logo. Hazel said it is important that kids feel proud to say the name of their school and Octavia E. Butler Magnet more accurately matches the values of his alma mater.

“Octavia E. Butler pursued science, literature, and change. She believed in equality and improvement and cared about the future. I feel like our new name represents the future of our school and who we want to be,” Hazel added.

At the ceremony, which was attended by students, teachers, parents and elected officials, Dr. Shannon Malone, PUSD senior director of K-12 schools and former Octavia E. Butler Magnet principal, read a letter that Butler wrote in 2000 to President Bill Clinton in response to his request for some of the nation’s “greatest thinkers” to predict the vision of our future. In it, she wrote that education can change everything.

“Mr. President: Education, of course, is the key to any hope we have for a comfortable, prosperous future… Education at its best teaches us to go on learning and thus to deal with whatever the future brings… What we become depends very much on what we do now and how we educate the poorest and apparently least promising among us.”

Shylo Hightower, a student at Octavia E Butler, is empowered by the school’s new namesake.

“As an African American female in the 21st century, I feel like it is very important for people that look like me to have leadership,” Shylo said. “I am honored to say I go to Octavia E. Butler Magnet.”

‘Into the Woods’ auditions

Auditions for PUSD’s all-star musical “Into the Woods” are underway for PUSD high school students. They will work with Pasadena Playhouse professionals on a student-designed and -performed production of the Stephen Sondheim award-winning musical. Blair student Grace Jaffe said she worked hard on her audition because it is such a great opportunity.

“Getting to perform on such an awesome, large stage and to partner with the Pasadena Playhouse sounds really awesome and a professional production is something I’ve wanted to do for a long time,” Grace described.

Once all the parts have been cast, fall rehearsals will culminate with a performance at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in January.

Meet PUSD’s assistant principals

New Blair High School Assistant Principal Stephanie Fonseca said she believes the best part of working in education is building positive relationships with students and supporting them in their endeavors.

“Receiving emails or student visits to update me on their progress and letting me know that they are still accomplishing so much beyond high school brings me the most joy,” she explained.

Fonseca loves teaching and learning. She graduated from Cal Poly Pomona with a bachelor’s degree in biology. While in her final quarter there, she became the docent of the school’s BioTrek and that sparked her love of teaching. She then attended the Univer-

sity of San Diego for her Master’s in education. At UCLA, she completed a second Master’s in education and earned an administrative credential from the UCLA Principal Leadership Institute.

As a Mexican American who grew up in South El Monte, Fonseca began her career at El Monte High School as a biology and engineering teacher and student adviser. In her free time, she enjoys hot yoga and the Los Angeles Dodgers. She said she believes that education is built on teamwork and that together we can “give all children the roots to grow and the wings to fly.”

College Board’s National Recognition Program

Several PUSD students can pat themselves on the back for earning prestigious academic awards from the College Board’s National Recognition Programs.

Blair students Auden Perez, Hadrian Huidor, Minal Saldivar and former Blair student Hagop Frias have each earned the National Hispanic Recognition Award (NHRA). The National African American Recognition Awards (NAARA) went to Blair junior Milan Walker and to Makenna Walker who already passed the California High School Proficiency Exam and is now attending Glendale Community College.

These National Recognition Programs grant underrepresented students with academic honors that can be included on college and scholarship applications and connect students with universities across the country, helping them stand out during the admissions process.

Facilities master plan: Let’s plan together

Pasadena Unified is looking for help in designing the district of the future. It has started a facilities master plan to guide it in prioritizing campus improvements, accommodating new models of learning, serving emerging needs of families, and ensuring that all facilities adhere to the latest safety standards. Virtual school meetings are happening through Thursday, Oct. 6. Check pusd.us/page/9744 for times and links.

Haitian-American author Ibi Zoboi attended the school ceremony.

EF Academy’s opening heralds future global leaders

By Kate Chia Pasadena Weekly Staff Writer

“Opening the world through education.” This is a principle central to Educa tion First (EF) Academy, the world’s largest international boarding school. With schools spanning 120 countries worldwide, EF Academy has loca tions in New York, Boston, England, China and Indonesia, among others.

Now, after nearly five years of construction, EF Academy has opened its first in ternational high school campus in Pasadena. On Sept. 15, EF Academy celebrated its opening ceremony, with Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo commemorating the event by cutting the ribbon with principal Dr. Sally Mingarelli. The boarding school has also dedicated a nearly 1-acre public park to Pasadena, and announced full scholarships for local high school students.

“You couldn’t have landed in a better place,” Gordo said during the opening cer emony. “I look forward to seeing you around town. Pasadena is always looking for leaders.”

Building the high school and its nearly 16-acre campus was no small feat. The ambitious construction project took nearly five years to complete.

“We look at the users and the students, and how to maximize their experience,” said Nathan Kim, director of the global architecture firm Gensler. “On this project, it was a big challenge. It’s not a singular building — we’re looking at an entire campus.”

The accomplishment could not have been attained without teamwork: from the educators at EF Academy, to the construction crew, to the government officials and city council members, and even to the neighbors in the surrounding blocks.

“Being part of this project and watching this idea turn into permanent plans and become a school has been so meaningful and extraordinary,” said Shawna Marino,

vice president of the academy.

This fall, the boarding school welcomed more than 1,000 students from more than 75 countries, along with hundreds of local high school students.

The curriculum follows California standards to grant graduates the U.S. high school diploma, an internationally recognized degree, and also allows students to participate in the Global Leadership Program — a career-focused program of study.

Students are immersed in a diverse student body; they take courses with, dine with, and live with students from all over the world. It’s this sense of internationalism that sets EF Academy apart from traditional high schools and boarding schools, and what helps cultivate the global leaders of tomorrow.

The boarding school will not only foster worldly young leaders, it’ll also generate significant economic benefits for the city of Pasadena. The academy will create hun dreds of permanent jobs, produce $5 million annually in local spending, and yield $28 million in municipal tax revenue over the next 30 years.

“I look forward to working with Education First on helping our small businesses, and all of the revitalization and investment that the city is doing in the East Washing ton Village area,” said City Councilmember Felicia Williams.

With the warm welcome of the city of Pasadena and its community, EF Academy and its inaugural class of international high school students are off to an auspicious start.

EF Academy Campus

1505 E. Howard Street, Pasadena efacademy.org/en-us/pasadena/

Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo, middle right, and Head of School Dr. Sally Migarelli, middle left, celebrate the opening and ribbon-cut ting ceremony of EF Academy Pasadena, which will bring immediate economic benefits to the Pasadena community.

Pasadena PD community brief

By Pasadena Police Department

This information provides a greater awareness to the Pasadena community. The critical events detailed below are a snapshot of the calls received to the police communications center daily.

• Total calls for service for August: 8,431 (year to date: 70,989)

• 911 calls for August: 5,798 (year to date: 44,172)

• Total calls received by police dispatch center: 20,428 (year to date: 160,294)

• De-escalation techniques used during calls: 45 times (year to date: 1,018)

• Collected/seized firearms in August: 21 (year to date: 163)

Snapshot of calls

9:57 a.m. Aug. 3: Pasadena PD officers responded to the area of Victory Park regarding an assault that had just occurred. Upon their arrival, the officers spoke with the involved parties, who stated the suspect assaulted the victim by striking her and her dog with a folding chair. The suspect was mad because the dog wasn’t on a leash. When officers contacted the suspect, he became belligerent and re quired several officers to detain him without a categorical use of force. Paramed ics responded to the scene and treated the victim. Because the suspect stated the dog bit him and complained of pain to his ribs, he was treated at a local hospital and subsequently booked into the Pasadena jail.

1:30 a.m. Aug. 10: Officers from the Pasadena PD responded to the area of Holly Street and Fair Oaks Avenue regarding an armed robbery. Officers contact ed the two victims who stated they had been drinking at Barney’s Beanery and were walking home when they were robbed by approximately five suspects with handguns. The suspects fled the location north on Fair Oaks Avenue in an old er-model black four-door sedan. The suspects robbed one victim of his backpack and wallet containing bank cards.

10:53 p.m. Aug. 12: Pasadena PD responded to the area of 600 N. Lake Avenue regarding a male who had been stabbed. A suspect was seen running

south on Lake Avenue. The Pasadena police helicopter arrived on scene, located the suspect, and directed officers to his location, where he was detained. At the scene, officers located an unresponsive male with stab wounds. Pasadena para medics arrived and pronounced the male victim deceased. Detectives from the Pasadena Police Department responded to the location for the investigation.

8:14 p.m. Aug. 18: Members of the Pasadena PD’s criminal intelligence unit conducted a traffic stop near Raymond Avenue and Mountain Street on a suspect wanted for attempted homicide at Brookside Park in June. The suspect/solo oc cupant yielded and was detained without incident. The suspect was booked at the Pasadena jail and her vehicle was impounded as evidence.

12:44 a.m. Aug. 19: Officers from the Pasadena PD responded to the area of Raymond Avenue and Del Mar Boulevard regarding a fight. When officers arrived, they did not locate any subjects, but Huntington Hospital reported that a male walked in with a stab wound shortly thereafter. Upon arrival at the hospital, officers saw the victim had a cut on his back. He said he was walking near the original call of a fight with his friend when they were surrounded and physically assaulted by unknown men. During this altercation, one of the suspects stabbed the victim in the back.

3:06 p.m. Aug. 19: Officers responded to a residence in the 900 block of Kirkwood Avenue regarding the suspect assaulting his ex-girlfriend with scis sors. Prior to the officers’ arrival, the suspect fled the scene in his vehicle. The Pasadena police helicopter located the vehicle, and ground units initiated a traffic stop. The suspect was detained without incident. During the investigation, it was determined the suspect argued with the woman and pointed scissors at her. The suspect also prevented her from leaving the home by blocking the front door. However, she persuaded him to let her go. The suspect was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon and false imprisonment.

9:27 p.m. Aug. 20: Officers were flagged down by a male near Colorado Bou levard and Harkness Avenue. The male told officers he had been assaulted with a rock and pointed out the suspect, who was still in the area. The suspect was detained without incident, and it was discovered that the suspect had been acting erratically in the area, kicking the doors of nearby businesses and destroying a restaurant’s soda machine. While the victim was parked in the lot of one of the businesses, the suspect threw a rock at his vehicle. Upon exiting his vehicle and confronting the suspect, the victim was hit with a softball-sized rock thrown by the suspect.

3:37 a.m. Aug. 21: Pasadena police officers responded to the area of Colorado Boulevard and Raymond Avenue regarding an assault with a deadly weapon. The victim told officers he left work and walked to his car and found fecal matter on it. He confronted a male he found defecating within the parking structure. The male walked into a waiting car as the victim continued to confront him about his uncivilized actions. When the male got into the vehicle, the driver of the vehicle brandished a black pistol and said intimidated him. The victim walked away from the vehicle and heard a gunshot. Witnesses confirmed hearing a gunshot.

4:30 a.m. Aug. 24: Officers responded to a residence in the 300 block of South Marengo Avenue regarding a prowler in the victim’s bedroom. She told officers she woke up to the suspect standing in her bedroom naked. The suspect fled the residence when the victim woke up but was detained by officers in front of the residence. The victim positively identified the suspect, and he was arrested for burglary.

6:19 p.m. Aug. 25: Officers responded to a business in the 200 block of North Altadena Drive regarding a subject who was threatening store employees and pa trons with a hammer and demanding cigarettes. When officers arrived, the victim p ointed out the suspect, who was still inside the store. As the suspect exited the store, he was detained without any further incident. Officers recovered cigarettes, candies and a sandwich which the suspect stole from the store. The suspect still had the hammer with him when he was contacted and was arrested for armed robbery. The stolen items were returned to the store.

9:07 p.m. Aug. 25: The Pasadena Police Department was contacted by a parent of a 6-year-old who attends Don Benito Fundamental School. Her son said he heard another student say a shooting with “real guns” was going to happen. Her son could not provide any further details because he walked away. The Pasa dena Police Department immediately notified the security and safety officer at PUSD. Per protocol, the PUSD sent out an email notifying parents of the alleged threatening statements. School security was notified to provide extra patrol at the school the next day and the Pasadena PD provided extra service at the school. The investigation is ongoing regarding the identity of the student who made the threats.

2:12 a.m. Aug. 26: Officers responded to a residence in the 600 block of North Los Robles Avenue regarding an assault investigation. When officers arrived, they contacted the victim, who said he was at there visiting family members and drinking in the carport. The victim heard arguing in the suspect’s apartment and told them to stop. The victim then returned to the carport to clean up when the suspect struck him in the head from behind. The victim observed the sus pect walking away holding a machete. The victim knew the suspect by nickname and knows that he lives in the apartment complex. Officers arrested the suspect. Paramedics from the Pasadena Fire Department transported the victim to a local hospital for a fractured skull. Officers transported the suspect to the hospital for treatment of injuries.

10:40 p.m. Aug. 27: Officers responded to a residence in the 800 block of Mer rett Drive regarding two dead individuals who were apparently shot. Detectives were called to the scene and assumed the investigation.

10:55 p.m. Aug. 31: Officers from the Homeless Outreach Psychiatric Evalu ation Team were providing extra service to a church in the 1000 block of North Fair Oaks Avenue due to recent trespassing complaints when they located a loaded firearm behind three subjects who were seated together on the proper ty. One subject was arrested for being a felon in possession of a loaded firearm, p ossession of narcotic paraphernalia, and possession of narcotics. The other two subjects were cited for trespassing.

New Delhi Palace brings taste of India to Colorado Boulevard

By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor

When Surinder Singh, one of India’s premier chefs, walked through the newly opened doors of New Delhi Palace, restaurant owner Raj Sandhu knew he had created some thing special.

New Delhi Palace debuted its traditional classics and modern creations on Colorado Bou levard in 1994 and has been a home for Pasadena’s Indian cuisine ever since.

“Surinder brought some of the authentic modern recipes from India, and we have tried to stick with those throughout the years,” Sandhu explained. “We have a loyal following and while the food has changed a little bit over time, the same quality and the service still contin ues today.”

The restaurant’s menu boasts iconic street dishes like samosas with fresh dough that’s made on-site as well as vegetarian staples like aloo gobi, dal makhni, channa masala and a vegetable korma. The chef specials showcase a colorful array of dishes such as palak paneer, bhindi masala, bengan bhartha, mattar paneer and hariyali paneer.

“Indian food takes a lot of time and effort to make,” Sandhu said. “Everything we make out here is handmade. We don’t buy anything that is processed, whether it’s the dough for the samosas, whether it’s the naan or the roti…everything is freshly made at the restaurant.”

New Delhi Palace’s current chef, Manjinder Singh, has worked at the restaurant for over 18 years. He began as a helper around the restaurant, then became an assistant to Singh be fore becoming the main chef. Sandhu explained that this has helped maintain consistency in the kitchen’s product, and that the dishes are meant to be as delicious as they are affordable, catering to Pasadena’s large college crowd as well as Indians and non-Indians alike. New Del hi Palace hosts its own “all you can eat” lunch buffet every day with the mission of providing value for money to the Pasadena community.

Like many businesses during the past two years, the restaurant, especially with its lunch buffet, had to pivot its approach during the pandemic.

“As a restaurant, a lot of changes have come, especially because of COVID,” Sandhu said. “It’s difficult to find people to work. That seems to be the biggest obstacle. Secondly, a lot of the offices and businesses near Colorado and Lake, they’re still closed and people are still working from home. The effect on the restaurant industry… half of the people who we knew as restauranteurs have closed shop…As hopefully things get back to normal soon, businesses can start thriving again.

“We appreciate all the customers who have supported us throughout the years, especially in these difficult COVID times, and wish them good health.”

Today, New Delhi Palace remains one of the most renowned Indian food destinations in the city. With the backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains, the restaurant stands a symbol of perseverance through difficult times and as a gathering place for the entire community to enjoy Indian cuisine.

New Delhi Palace

WHERE: 950 E. Colorado Boulevard #205, Pasadena

HOURS: 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., every day

INFO: newdelhipalacepasadena.com

Ode to American cuisine: The George embodies northeast Pasadena

By Kateri Wozny Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer

Richard Brent has a vision to make northeast Pasadena vibrant as a place for everyone to enjoy. That’s why he chose it for the location for his new restaurant, The George.

“There is not much in northeast Pasadena, and I want to bring back the neighborhood quality that’s accessible for everyone,” Brent said.

The George, which opened in April, is Brent’s second owned restaurant, with his first being Latin American restaurant Diablo that closed after 10 years in Silver Lake. It is also an ode to Brent’s grandfather, George Brent, who was a film actor during the 1930s and 1940s. Inside the restaurant are photos of his grandfather, actress Lucille Ball, past Rose Parades and other vintage products.

“I wanted something that was classic, old Hollywood with a westside New York vibe and greenery throughout the building,” Brent said.

Brent explained that every item on the menu is from scratch and he even butchers his own meats. In fact, he’s currently the head chef.

“I wanted the menu to sample different regions of America on what’s popu lar,” Brent said.

B eginning with refreshments ($8 - $20), some libations include George’s Cadillac with Blanco, lime and orange honey reduction; Inauguration with Fino Sherry, Vermouth Blanc, black cherry reduction and bitters; Jambone Sour with Han Smoked, Han Cinnamon, pineapple, lemon, cardamom bitters and egg white; Lady in Red with Red Ale, Han Smoked, raspberry, orgeat and lime; and the Lover Come Back with Lillet Rogue, Sabe Clear, lime, cane reduction and

muddled strawberry.

Spritz’s include the Fiero with Fiero L’Aperitivo, sparkling wine, soda and bitters; Americano with Roserva Rogue, Vermouth Rosso, sparkling wine and soda; and the Hibiscus with sparkling wine, Vermouth Blanc, hibiscus reduc tion and soda.

“ The Jambone Sour is like a classic whiskey sour with egg foam,” Brent said. “The Hibiscus is really popular and refreshing.”

Brent also added that The George is currently using low proof alcohol op tions where “you’re tasting the cocktail itself and not just the alcohol.”

Onto the starters ($12 - $18), which include the Charcuterie Plate, Cheese Plate, Chipotle Arancini with sun dried tomato, caramelized onion, spinach and lemon thyme aioli; Crispy Brussel Sprouts with almonds, crispy shallots and a honey mustard balsamic reduction; Nashville Hot Chicken Bites with buffalo ranch, cucumber slaw and a pickle; and the Roasted Heirloom Cauli flower tossed in chipotle barbeque, cilantro, chili flakes and parmesan. Start ers are also $2 off during Happy Hour and a duo jazz group plays every other Thursday.

“Nashville Hot Chicken is more of a comfort food with the spicy flavors add ing a nice heat,” Brent said. “The Brussel sprouts are a little lighter. Most people that don’t like them, they say, ‘This is amazing. I love Brussel sprouts now.’”

For the main courses, Presidential Mains ($16 - $34) include It Came From the Sea with the daily catch, red skin mash, braised cabbage, grilled onion, broccolini and bacon dust; Presidential Steak with herb butter; The Hen House with herb roasted Cornish Hen, chipotle risotto, fennel, asparagus and a demi glaze; The George Burger (regular or plant-based) with candied bacon, arugula, tomato chutney, gruyere cheese, roasted garlic aioli and frites; They Got Chops with thick bone-in pork chop, haricot verts, wild mushroom, caramelized cip polini and agrodolce sauce; and the Sweet Potato Gnocchi pan seared in brown butter, sage, pea tendrils, parmesan and chili flakes.

“People tell us it’s the best burger in town,” Brent said. “The pork chops are also excellent because they are a thick cut chop.”

For those who favor brunch, Sunday Brunch ($12 - $22) has items such as Not Your Gramma Biscuits that are house made with cheddar and chives, but termilk fried chicken, black berry basil compote and roasted herb baby pota toes; Nova Lox Toast with smoked salmon, lemon, dill cream cheese, cucumber, red onion and fried capers; Poached Egg Salad with wild arugula, grape tomato, avocado, goat cheese, croutons and pancetta; Steak & Eggs with herb crusted steak, two eggs and frites; and the Spinach & Pancetta Frittata with fluffy eggs based with sauteed pancetta, spinach and a cheese blend.

“The chicken biscuits sell out because of its sweet tanginess but has a nice crispy fillet,” Brent said.

Sunday Brunch libations ($10 - $25) include Bloody Mary’s, Brave Ukrainian with Sabe Clear, coffee cordial and coconut crème foam; George of the Jungle Juice with red wine, Vermouth and seasonal fruit; Mimosas, and the Super Nova with sparkling wine, coconut-lime reduction and Tiki bitters. Guests can also enjoy music from The George Jazz Trio for two hours.

“Mimosas and Spritz’s sell the most,” Brent said. “The Brave Ukrainian is an ode to Ukraine. It’s like a Mochatini if guests like a coffee drink with a little kick to it.”

Lastly, don’t forget dessert! The George has a rotating dessert menu ($18) with a Cherry Pie, Classic New York Cheesecake, Flourless Chocolate Cake and Lemon Tart. The most popular are the Beignets with a chocolate sauce and each dessert comes paired with a dessert wine.

“The Beignets are an ode to New Orleans,” Brent said. “Having a dessert wine pairing is also a nice end to your meal.”

Brent wants to continue to expand The George’s menu options from differ ent regions of the U.S. He also wants to participate in street events along East Washington Boulevard and give back to the community through fundraisers, sales proceeds and sponsorships.

“I want to bring in wild game, lamb for the holidays and continue to rotate the specials,” Brent said. “Participating more in the community will also help rejuvenate the east Washington area.”

The George

WHERE: 1615 E. Washington Boulevard, Pasadena

HOURS: Thursday - Saturday from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday Brunch from 10 a.m. - 4p.m. with Live Jazz from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Happy Hour Thursday - Saturday from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

INFO: thegeorgepasadena.com

The George Burger is prepared with candied bacon, arugula, tomato chutney, gruyere cheese, roasted garlic aioli and frites.

Food court staple Massis Kabob opens first standalone eatery

By Leah Schwartz Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer

The LA food court staple Massis Kabob unveiled its first standalone restaurant less than a mile from where it began in the Glendale Galleria 46 years ago.

Hacop “Jack” Baghdassarian, whose family had fled Iran after the revolu tion, opened Massis Kabob in 1976 when kabobs weren’t commonplace. “Massis” comes from the colloquial Armenian term for Mount Ararat, the mountain the Bible said Noah descended from after the flood.

The business is family owned and funded. In the wake of their father’s death in 2017, Hacop’s sons, lawyers Gevik and Peter, took over the family business.

Gevik explained that in a world full of corndogs and pretzels, Hacop was a pioneer.

“The idea that he would introduce ‘ethnic’ cuisine, let alone freshly cooked to order Middle Eastern Mediterranean food, was not only unheard of but discour aged by the players in the industry, including landlords and mall operators.”

But Hacop persisted, and since then, Massis Kabob has been successful, open ing seven additional locations in food courts across the city. He paved the way for diversity in the food court, and seven years later, Andrew and Peggy Cherng opened their own small business called Panda Express next door.

The Baghdassarians are proud that the menu has stood the test of time.

“We serve the exact same menu — with the same authentic marination and preparation we did from day one,” Gevik said.

The restaurant is well known for its chicken kabob, freshly made gyros and falafel pita wraps, and beef shish kabob.

Unlike most fast-food chains, all dishes are prepared and made in-house; nothing is frozen. Quality is not something the Baghdassarians are willing to negotiate. Gevik said customers will often ask where they can purchase their hummus.

“I laugh because we make it from scratch every day,” Gevik said.

“Sometimes I even take the customer to the back kitchen to show them how we process the garbanzo beans and tahini, adding in touches of herbs and spices to make our beloved hummus so fresh and creamy.”

While the menu has relatively stayed the same, the business has evolved to reflect the times.

“We’ve also updated our technology to keep up with the times, including our award-winning smartphone app and up-to-date website,” he said.

And in the wake of COVID-19, they’ve added contactless curbside delivery, or as they call it, “Our virtual drive-in,” where customers can place online orders and have their food delivered to their car.

Despite COVID-19’s impact, Massis Kabob is showing no signs of slowing down. Recently, Massis Kabob had a record sales day at its Glendale Galleria location.

When asked what’s next for the family business, Gevik listed several possibili ties: opening more standalone locations in Old Town Pasadena and farther reach es like Orange County. Then there’s always the mall. Massis Kabob is a bestseller in every food court it enters. Because of this, the Westfield Mall has allowed them to open in any of its 33 malls nationwide.

But for now, the family is more than happy to bask in the success of the open ing. As Gevik said, the event “was not just about dollars and cents,” but creating a meeting point for the community “to try Armenian food in a cool atmosphere” — just as his father wanted.

The new restaurant was a long-time dream for their father.

“Going back decades, he would frequent that exact location when it was Con roy’s flower shop,” Gevik said. “He would purchase flowers prior to heading to visit his mother’s gravesite at Forest Lawn down the street, and he would turn to me and say, ‘This is a great corner. It would be a wonderful spot to have a restau rant’…After mastering the mall food court business, it was his dream to have a standalone location in his home city of Glendale, where he made a name for himself.”

Massis Kabob S. Glendale Avenue, Glendale

Massis Kabob’s menu includes dishes like the chicken kabob, beef shish kabob and Cornish game hen plate.

The Persian koubideh beef plate is one of Massis Kabob’s many homemade specialties.

Massis Kabob has operated in Glendale for over 46 years.

Have a sweet time at Pasadena’s chocolate salon

By Laura Latzko Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer

For those with a deeper appreciation of fine chocolate, getting a chance to experience a variety of artisan chocolates and confections in the same space can be an extrasensory experience.

The Los Angeles Chocolate Salon was designed for just that. This year, it’s set for Sunday, Sept. 25, at the Pasadena Convention Center.

The salon will include master chocolatiers, confectioners and culinary arti sans from Los Angeles, Utah, San Francisco, Sacramento, Ecuador, Germany and Armenia offering free samples and selling their treats.

Linda Gonzalez from Gloria’s Cake and Candy Supplies will focus on cake decorating and design.

One of the chocolatiers at the event, Phillip Ashley Rix is known as “The Real-Life Willy Wonka” and has appeared on Oprah’s list of her favorite things.

The luxury chocolate chef and designer from Memphis has been featured on the Food Network’s “Chopped Sweets” and created chocolates for the Emmy, Grammy and Oscar awards.

During the salon, experts will discuss topics like the health benefits of arti san chocolate and craft chocolate trends. There will also be classic and aniseed chocolate cocktail demos.

The event will have a mixture of newer and long-time chocolatiers.

Mignon Chocolate, a company with locations in Glendale and Pasadena, has been taking part in the chocolate salon since it started. The family-owned business was founded in 1910 in Ukraine and expanded to California in 2002. Often, Mignon will try out new flavors during the chocolate salon.

This year, the company will be bringing its newest product, CBD chocolate bars.

Joe Terpoghossian, third-generation owner of the company, said the salon attracts people who know and love fine chocolates.

“If they are there, they know what’s a good chocolate,” Terpoghossian said. “They know the difference between chocolate and candy, which there is a big difference. They appreciate finer things in life, and they have a more sophisti cated palate.”

He grew up around chocolates. For him, the process of making and trying new chocolates is still exhilarating.

“I still enjoy every day I work, especially when we come up with new flavors. It’s very exciting still to me,” Terpoghossian said.

Cristina Codinha (pictured) started her company Codinha Chocolate 2 years ago with her husband Bruno.

Codinha Chocolate is a new company that offers different chocolates and confections.

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Mignon’s menu features around 60 varieties of chocolate, including strawberry hearts, lemon domes, champagne lips, pharaoh-shaped chocolates, caramel cups, white leaf and lion-shaped chocolates, tiramisu and champagne truffles, green tea-flavored chocolates, almondine dark and milk chocolates, cappuccino and Irish cream truffles and blueberry and Cuban mojito selections.

Terpoghossian said dark chocolate varieties tend to be bestsellers.

“If you like a good chocolate, then you want to taste the cocoa and its flavor profile. You can achieve that by eating dark, the darker the better,” Terpoghossian said.

The company also offers vegan options and creative seasonal chocolate flavors.

Mignon’s chocolates are all made at a local factory.

“Our niche is we do everything in small batches by hand,” Terpoghossian said. “Everything gets produced locally in Los Angeles, so we don’t have to use chem icals and preservatives to prolong the shelf life. It’s basically we make it, we sell it and we make it again.”

One of the newer LA-based chocolate companies involved in the salon, Cod inha Chocolate, is run by husband-and-wife team of Bruno and Cristina Cod inha.

The 2-year-old company blends their cultural backgrounds, bringing together “French techniques with a Filipino flair.” Bruno, who is Portuguese and French, and Cristina, who is Filipino, both trained in French techniques. Cristina infuses Asian influences in the color and flavors of the chocolate.

“With everything we create, there’s a story behind it, either from my husband’s background or from my background,” Cristina said.

Many of their chocolates have fruit flavors such as passionfruit, yuzu, raspber ry, coconut, cherry, pineapple and/or mango. They also incorporate French cham pagne, green tea, sea-salt caramel, dulce de leche, espresso, almonds, caramelized hazelnuts, Caribbean rum and hibiscus into their chocolates.

Along with chocolates, the company sells vegan fruit and nut bars, chocolate tablets, bonbons and truffles. During the wall and winter holidays, they create special molds.

During the chocolate salon, the couple plans to introduce pumpkin-themed, “Stranger Things”-inspired fall items.

For the couple, running a chocolate business is a longtime dream, as com bined, they have 30 years of experience.

B efore moving to the United States, Bruno worked in patisseries and chocolate shops in France, including one location in a palace. Cristina worked with master chocolatiers such as Jacques Torres in Las Vegas hotels.

Cristina had been pre-med, but pursued a career in chocolate, instead.

“I’m from a very traditional Asian family. My dad’s a doctor. My mom was a nurse. So, medicine was ingrained in my brain from a young age,” Cristina said.

“So, to switch to chocolate, it was a brand-new world. I needed to learn and immerse myself as much as possible and see what I could do with it. I tried to constantly put myself in spaces where chocolate was at the forefront, and LA Chocolate Salon was one of them.”

During the chocolate salon, Cristina will discuss “living your dream and be coming a chocolatier.” She regularly hosts the I Heart Chocolate Podcast, where she also gives a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes life of a chocolatier.

Bruno will be doing a special sculpture inspired by Vecna from “Stranger Things” and giving a speech on “the art of sculpting chocolate” during the salon.

Along with making chocolates, the couple’s mission is to help educate others on the ins and outs of running a chocolate company. They offer mentoring and classes for aspiring chocolatiers.

“We invest a minimum of three months with them, to work with them on their goals for their business, whether it’s to get better in chocolates or to get better in finance,” Cristina said.

“Whatever it is, we are there side-by-side with them, really investing in form ing a relationship with them so they feel supported through it.”

Los Angeles Chocolate Salon

WHEN: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25

WHERE: Pasadena Convention Center, 300 Green Street, Pasadena COST: $22.75 in advance; $25 at the door; $10 for children ages 6 to 12; free for children ages 5 and younger.

INFO: lachocolatesalon.com

During the Los Angeles Chocolate Salon, guests can sample different types of chocolates.

Mignon Chocolate offers flavors such as ginger chocolates.

Mignon Chocolate has 60 different flavors of chocolates.

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ARTS & CULTURE

Pasadena celebrates Latino Heritage Month with parade and festival

By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor

From the gifting of Rancho San Pascual to Eulalia Pérez de Guillén Mariné in the 1820s to the honoring of three JPL employees working on NASA’s landmark Mars Persever ance rover mission, Pasadena’s Latino communities have had a historic impact on the city’s growth and journey to the successes it enjoys today.

In celebration of Latino Heritage Month, the City of Pasadena has begun its 24th annu al Latino Heritage Celebrations, which includes a month-long schedule of family-friendly activities and events that run through Friday, Oct. 28.

From the grand “Fiestas Patrias” with the Parade of Flags and crowning of the queen to chocolate skull making to painting with aguas frescas, there are festivities for everyone. The city’s marquee event, however, is the Latino Heritage Parade and Festival that runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1. This year’s theme is “De Colores // An Array of Colors,” recognizing the rich diversity in Latino cultures, values and traditions.

“Every year, the Latino Heritage Committee votes on a theme,” said Pamela Cante ro-More, superintendent of Pasadena’s Recreation and Community Services. “Two years ago, we didn’t have a parade, but we had various events…The committee felt very passion ate of the theme ‘De Colores,’ and they wanted to hold onto that theme for 2022 because they wanted to have the parade.

“The reason why they felt so passionate is because within the Latino community, we are very diverse. Many individuals may be from different parts of the world and may be Latinos. Some of us may be a lighter shade and some of us may be darker. Some of us may have straight hair and some of us may have curly hair. So that is one of the big statements, that the committee felt that they wanted to highlight the diversity within the Latino com munity.”

As a visual celebration of the diversity of Pasadena’s Latino communities, the parade and festival will welcome all members of the community, local schools, community groups, elected officials and dignitaries, to walk the streets south from Los Robles Avenue and Prescott Street to the Villa Parke Community Center before enjoying live entertainment, educational booths, free activities for children and food available for purchase.

More than 2,000 participants and spectators are expected to attend the event, led by the parade’s grand marshal Liliana Pérez, cultural affairs director for the LA Chargers, and community grand marshal Yoland Trevino, founder and executive director of Pasadena/ Altadena Coalition of Transformative Leaders (PACTL).

Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, grand marshal Pérez immigrated to Los Angeles in 1971 and attended California State University, Northridge. She has since held senior leadership roles in the offices of six Speakers of the California Assembly and been recognized for her advocacy work on behalf of marginalized populations, including the LGBTQ community, immigrants and women.

“Every year we have a request form to nominate grand marshals,” Cantero-More

explained. “We had 15 entries that were submitted by the community for individuals that they felt would be deemed of this honor, one of them being Liliana…Her bio and the information that was provided highlighted the amount of work that she had done within local communities and communities all over California as she was working in the public sector in addition to her new role with the Chargers…The community felt very passionate about all of the work that she had done.”

Since immigrating to the U.S. from Guatemala in 1966, community grand marshal Trevino has become recognized nationally and internationally for her innovative programs like developing a community-based mental health model that trained natural community leaders to become paraprofessionals.

She has served on educational committees such as the Clinton Administration’s Do mestic Policy Council, been the global council chair of the United Religions Initiative and later founded Transformative Collaborations International (TCI).

“Yoland has been a very well-known Latina leader in Pasadena,” Cantero-More de scribed. “She has been working with Pasadena for several decades now. Many of us have seen her like a mentor who helped shape who we are today, and we see the accomplish ments that she has and her passion for the community.”

During the Latino Heritage Parade and Festival, motorists are advised to use caution while driving through the area and the following streets will be closed on Oct. 1st: Gar field Avenue, between Parke Street and Villa Street, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Villa Street, between Garfield Avenue and Los Robles Avenue, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Los Robles Avenue, between Washington Boulevard and Villa Street, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.; Prescott Avenue, between Los Robles Avenue and North El Molino Avenue, 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.; North El Molino Ave nue, between Washington Boulevard and East Claremont Street, 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

The full schedule of Pasadena’s Latino Heritage Month festivities can be found at cityof pasadena.net.

“This is an event that brings the community together,” Cantero-More said. “After two years of not being able to host events…I think that is what makes this extra special this year, to be able to have this event in the city and celebrate together as a community once again.”

The City of Pasadena’s Latino Heritage Parade and Festival

WHERE: The parade begins at Los Robles Avenue and Prescott Street, heads south on Los Robles Avenue and ends at Villa Parke Community Center, 363 E. Villa Street, Pasadena.

WHEN: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1

COST: Free

INFO: pasadenalatinoheritageparade.org

The annual Latino Heritage Parade brings together all members of the community in celebration of Latino cultures and traditions.

Dancers perform down the streets of Pasadena during the 2019 Latino Heritage Parade.

Excerpts from this novel--The Pollinator In His Own Words--read by the author, exemplify the intimate relationship between two art forms: painting and writing. The protagonist of this tale, through the mystic art of surfing, slowly develops the ability to fly.

Excerpts from this novel--The Pollinator In His Own Words--read by the author, exemplify the intimate relationship between two art forms: painting and writing. The protagonist of this tale, through the mystic art of surfing, slowly develops the ability to fly.

Excerpts from this novel--The Pollinator In His Own Words--read by the author, exemplify the intimate relationship between two art forms: painting and writing. The protagonist of this tale, through the mystic art of surfing, slowly develops the ability to fly.

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As the story evolves, he discovers that he can, during flight, by way of olfactory engendered clairvoyance, accumulate and store internally essential love; eventually he is able to bestow this love. The following excerpts, inspired by

As the story evolves, he discovers that he can, during flight, by way of olfactory engendered clairvoyance, accumulate and store internally essential love; eventually he is able to bestow this love. The following excerpts, inspired by the paintings of Edward Hopper, occur in the story when the protagonist is beginning to collect such essences of primal bliss.

By Summer Aguirre Pasadena Weekly Staff Writer

Alocal author and film historian is set on bringing the stories of Latino and Hispanic figures in American film to the forefront.

Luis I. Reyes’ new book for Turner Classic Movies, “Viva Hollywood: The Legacy of Latin and Hispanic Artists in American Film,” takes readers through the rich Latino history in Hollywood cinema from the silent era onward. Reyes’ sixth published book about film, “Viva Hollywood” was released Sept. 13, just in time for the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. Jimmy Smits wrote the foreword.

“Latinx in Hollywood is part of the greater history of Hollywood that sometimes has been overlooked or underrepresented,” Reyes said. “That was very important to document the history as part of the Hollywood American experience.”

In over 200 pages described by Reyes as “lavishly illustrated and entertaining,” “Viva Hollywood” documents the films and professional lives of stars both on-screen and behind-the-scenes. It features icons like Rita Hayworth and Anthony Quinn, to present celebrities like Jennifer Lopez and Antonio Banderas.

“I thought this would be a good opportunity to bring things in a more 21st century perspective, and be able to highlight the accomplishments, and the achievements and the struggles of Latinx in the Hollywood film industry,” Reyes said. “To identify previously unrecognized or underrepresented people, particularly in classic movies.”

A resident of the Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley area for nearly two decades,

Author and film historian Luis I. Reyes’ latest writing venture, “Viva Hollywood,” places Latino and Hispanic icons in American film in the spotlight. The book’s release on Sept. 13 is timely with the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month.

was one of the first authors to document the role of Latinos in American film 25 years ago. His freshman book, “Hispanics in Hollywood,” was the source for a bulk of his research for his newest venture.

Reyes wrote “Viva Hollywood” to show readers the Latino and Hispanic influence in American film over the past quarter century. In addition to showcasing the impact of their community in American cinema, he wanted his book to correct common misconceptions about their presence.

He emphasized that the involvement of Latinos and Hispanics in Hollywood was not a novel development, as they had been part of the industry since its inception. Their participation was simply shadowed by their grapple with ignorance, stereotypes and discrimination.

Latinos were unable to snag leading parts that limited their advancement early on, and oftentimes were restricted to stereotypical roles like villains, banditos and cantina girls.

“Some actors were more concerned about working than they were about stereotypes,” Reyes said.

“There were some who were aware, but they didn’t give it that much emphasis, even though a lot of people did and a lot of actors were concerned about stereotypes or limited possibilities. So that was a reality that many actors faced, but then a lot of actors were just happy to work.”

The civil rights movement, Chicano activism and search for self-identity in the 1960s and 1970s brought upon significant change and a fresh perspective toward the community. However, it also yielded the incorrect notion that Latinos had to change their identities to fit into the industry’s expectations.

“In order to progress in the industry, people changed their names,” Reyes said. “But it wasn’t because they were ashamed of their ethnicity or anything else. It was just a way of selling themselves to the general public.”

Today, Reyes acknowledges Latino and Hispanic progress in the film industry, but said they have a “long way to go.” He noted the need for their presence in feature films and projects concentrating on the American Latino.

“As the country grows, and as the international market is very important now, (there is) a good future for motion pictures,” he said. “With cable and all these outlets where people are watching movies on their phone or on their computers, I think the possibilities right now are endless. But we want to celebrate our own just like everybody else does, as part of the whole Hollywood cinematic.”

“Hopefully the book will inspire people, will educate them and have fun with it, because it’s a fun, lively book that gives you a lot of information.”

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Reyes will be an on-air guest host on the Turner Classic Movies channel at 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25. He will spotlight the Latino experience in 1960s Hollywood films “Popi” and “The Pawnbroker.”

Reyes will also be holding a book talk and signing to celebrate the release of “Viva Hollywood” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27, at Vroman’s Bookstore in Pasadena. Schedule permitting, there will be a few surprise celebrity guests in attendance.

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Take & Make ALL SEPTEMBER

All month long, swing down by the library and learn to make your own art projects at the San Rafael library. This Latino Heritage Month, learn to make rocking paper plate llamas from Peruvian culture and day of the dead skeleton puppets linked to the spirits of the ancestors.

San Rafael Branch Library, 1240 Nithsdale Road, Pasadena, free, cityofpasadena.net/library/

Free Last Day of Summer Dance Fiesta SEPT. 22

End summer off right with a free caliente dance fiesta starring DJ Sloepoke with hits and music videos played on the largest LED screen in town. Enjoy $5 beers all night long. The Mixx, 443 E. Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, free admission, 8 p.m to 1 a.m., themixxclub.com

Restorative Yoga + Board Games + Snacks SEPT. 23

Develop a lasting understanding of balance and purpose through Yoga while relaxing and spending time with others who share your passions. Tea and snacks are provided.

Archetype Yoga, 638 E. Colorado Bou levard Suite 301, Pasadena, 6 to 8:30 p.m., $30, archetype.yoga

Author Dave Lopez: “It’s A Great Life if you Don’t Weaken: Family, Faith,

Upcoming Events

and 48 years on Television” SEPT. 24

Dave Lopez comes to Lamanda Park Branch Library to talk about his remarkable 48-year career on television as one of the first Hispanic reporters on a major screen. Books are available for sale, with a signing after the program. Lamanda Park Branch Library, 140 S. Altadena Drive, Pasadena, 3 to 4 p.m., free, cityofpasadena.net/library/

Los Angeles Chocolate Salon SEPT. 25

After a three-year hiatus, the Los An geles Chocolate Salon returns. Lovers of chocolate are invited to enjoy a wide variety of artisan, gourmet and premi um chocolates all together in one place. Enjoy chocolate taste tests, talks with chefs and more.

Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E. Green Street, Pasadena, ticket prices vary, lachocolatesalon.com

Jazz in the Park SEPT. 25

Bring a blanket, pick up a picnic din ner from a local restaurant and spend a pleasant evening of jaunty jazz at the newly built Playhouse Village. Enjoy the calm outdoors with friends and family. Playhouse Village Park, 701 E. Union Street, Pasadena, free admission, 5 to 7 p.m.

Homework Help (K-Middle School) SEPT. 26

With school finally back in session,

many students may find themselves struggling with a new grade and new work to do. Get them the help they need at the library and make sure they don’t fall behind with additional homework help.

La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., free, cityofpasadena.net/library

Geeks Who Drink Trivia Hump Day Happy Hour SEPT. 28

Geeks, nerds, dweebs and dorks are all invited to Wednesday happy hour at The Mixx Club. Join the appropriately named Geeks Who Drink for trivia night with alcohol, prizes and more. The Mixx, 443 E. Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, free admission, 7 to 10 p.m., themixxclub.com

Yoga at Playhouse Village Park SEPT. 28

Bring your own mat to the park for a relaxing slow flow yoga session out in the open with fresh air and good atmosphere.

Playhouse Village Park, 701 E. Union Street, Pasadena, free admission, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. archetype.yoga

Video Game Club SEPT. 29

Join fellow teenagers for all kinds of games together on the Nintendo Switch. Drop by any time with no registration required. Meet new people and find

new experiences together while playing modern classics.

Hastings Branch Library, 3325 E. Or ange Grove Boulevard, Pasadena, free, 4 to 6 p.m., cityofpasadena.net/library/

MOZ Night, A Live Tribute to The Smiths & Morrissey by Strange Ways SEPT. 30

Listen to all the great hits from The Smiths & Morrissey together in one big tribute night, played with the backing of the biggest LED screen in town.

The Mixx, 443 E. Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, ticket prices vary, 8 p.m to 1 a.m., themixxclub.com

CatCon

OCT. 1 and OCT. 2

Join the 8th annual CatCon and share the love of all things feline and furry with friends old and new. Experi ence giveaways, unique cat merch, over 150 exhibitors and the biggest adoption lounge ever.

Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E. Green Street, Pasadena, $42 admission each day, catconworldwide.com

Tuesday Musicale Concert

OCT. 4

Enjoy a free concert in the church with a Duo for viola and cello by Piston; a duo piano solo by Liszt, arias for so prano by Puccini & Wagner and a Horn trio by Brahms.

Altadena Baptist Church, 791 East Calaveras, Altadena, free, 12:30 p.m.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022187014

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ABAGADO Y NOTARIO SALVADORENO EN EL VALLE DE SAN FERNANDO & ENVIOS DE ENCOMIENDA LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA 14707 Rex St Sylmar, CA 91342.

COUNTY: Los Angeles. RE GISTERED OWNER(S) Manue l Antonio Araujo Serpas, 1470 7 Rex St Sylmar, CA 91342. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on : 08/2022. I declare that all informa tion in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who de clares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punish able by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)). RE GISTRANT/CORP/LLC NAME : Manuel Antonio Araujo Serpas TITLE: Owner. This statemen t was filed with the LA County Clerk on: August 23, 2022. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, a s provided in subdivision (b) of Sec tion 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursu ant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Ficti tious Business Name statemen t must be filed before the expiration The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use i n this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, o r common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly Dates: 09/01/22, 09/08/22 , 09/15/22, 09/22/22

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO 2022198859

The following person(s) is (are ) doing business as: AESTHETIKA MEDICAL CENTER . 12801 Vic tory Blvd Unit A North Hollywood, CA 91606. COUNTY: Lo s Angeles. REGISTERE D OWNER(S) Aesthetika Medica l Center, Inc, 12801 Victory Blv d Unit A North Hollywood, C A 91606. State of Incorporation o r LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Corpora tion. The date registrant com menced to transact business un der the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/2022. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Busines s and Professions Code that the re gistrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000))

REGISTRANT/CORP/LLC NAME: Ruzanna Margaryan. TITLE: Pres ident, Corp or LLC Name: Aes thetika Medical Center, Inc. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 08, 2022. NOTICE – in accordanc e with subdivision (a) of Sectio n 17920, a Fictitious Name state ment generally expires at the end of five years from the date o n which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, a s provided in subdivision (b) of Sec tion 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursu ant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Ficti tious Business Name statemen t must be filed before the expiration The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use i n this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, o r common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly Dates: 09/22/22, 09/29/22 , 10/06/22, 10/13/22

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

S TATEMENT FILE NO 2 022191630 T he following person(s) is (are ) d oing business as: ALL-IN 1 WASH. 13906 Ventura Blvd Sher man Oaks, CA 91423, 15021 Ven tura Blvd #495 Sherman Oaks, CA 9 1403. COUNTY: Los Angeles REGISTERED OWNER(S) Ther ese Patton, 13906 Ventura Blv d Sherman Oaks, CA 91423, Toni M Jacob, 13906 Ventura Blvd Sher man Oaks, CA 91423. THIS BUSI NESS IS CONDUCTED BY a General Partnership. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 08/2022. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALL-IN 1 WASH. 13906 Ventura Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91423, 15021 Ventura Blvd #495 Sherman Oaks, CA 91403. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Therese Patton, 13906 Ventura Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91423, Toni M Jacob, 13906 Ventura Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91423. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a General Partnership. The date reg istrant commenced to transac t business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 08/2022. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one t housand dollars ($1,000)). REG ISTRANT/CORP/LLC NAME : T herese Patton TITLE: General Partner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: August 29, 2022. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of t he county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Sect ion 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statemen t must be filed before the expiration The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of a nother under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly D ates: 09/15/22, 09/22/22 09/29/22, 10/06/22

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO 2022195068

The following person(s) is (are ) doing business as: BLUE ER A TRUCKING. 11684 Ventura Blvd #311 Studio City, CA 91604 COUNTY: Los Angeles. RE GISTERED OWNER(S) Iron Lo gistics LLC, 11684 Ventura Blvd #311 Studio City, CA 91604. State of Incorporation or LLC: California THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUC

TED BY a Limited Liability Com pany. The date registrant com menced to transact business un der the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 08/2022. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Busines s and Professions Code that the re gistrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000))

REGISTRANT/CORP/LLC NAME: Tameaka Garrett. TITLE: CEO , Corp or LLC Name: Iron Logistics LLC. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: Septem ber 01, 2022. NOTICE – in ac cordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, a s provided in subdivision (b) of Sec tion 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursu ant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Ficti tious Business Name statemen t must be filed before the expiration The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use i n this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, o r common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly Dates: 09/15/22, 09/22/22 , 09/29/22, 10/06/22

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO 2022198862

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BOTANICA LA SANTISIMA 2. 7550 Woodley Ave Van Nuys, CA 91406 COUNTY: Los Angeles. RE

GISTERED OWNER(S) Elizabeth Anguiano, 37815 42ns St E Palm dale, CA 93552. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individu al. The date registrant com menced to transact business un der the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 08/2022. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Busines s and Professions Code that the re gistrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)).

REGISTRANT/CORP/LLC NAME: Elizabeth Anguiano. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 08, 2022. NOTICE – in ac-

side the Premise.

Summons of Occupancy

24. Thus, in or before December 2019, the Plaintiff stopped making any additional rental payments. She informed the Landlord that she would continue to pay rent after the Landlord Renovations were completed and Certificate of Occupancy was obtained.

25. In response, however, the Landlord started to accuse th e P laintiff of breaching the Leas e a nd, on or about December 1 , 2019, locked out the Plaintiff by changing the combination on the lock box where the key to access the Premise was stored.

26. This lock-out occurred without any prior notice, agreement, court order or permission from t he Plaintiff. Thereafter, th e Plaintiff could not gain entry to the Premise or recover any of her property.

27. As of today, the Plaintiff still has not received the return of any rent money she personally paid, her personal property or any expenses incurred for the tenant improvements Mr. Liu and Company made to the Premise.

FIRST CAUSE OF ACTION BREACH OF CONTRACT (Against All Defendants)

28. Plaintiff alleges and incorpor ates by reference herein all the al legations set forth in the above paragraphs, inclusive.

29. On or about May 10, 2019, the d efendants, and each of them e ntered into the Lease with th e P laintiff.

30. The Lease set forth a number of duties and obligations for the defendants, and each of them, to perform. This included, without limitation, paragraph 40 and Addendum 4, which o bligated the defendants, an d e ach of them, to complete th e Landlord Renovations before May 31, 2019. If the Landlord delayed in completing those renovations, the 3 months of free rent and s ubsequent monthly rental pay ments would be delayed until after the renovations were c ompleted. Paragraph 5 of th e Lease also required the defend ants, and each of them, to provide the Plaintiff with early possession of the Premise on June 1, 2019. 3 1. The Plaintiff did all, or sub s tantially all, of the significan t t hings and obligations that th e Lease required her to do, or were excused from further performing her obligations under the Lease.

32. The defendants, and each of them, breached the Lease by not completing the Landlord Renovations with the time period set forth above. The defendants, and each of them, also breached the Lease by failing to provide the agreed upon 3 months of rent. Instead, the Landlord in structed the Plaintiff to start pay ing rent immediately. The defend a nts, and each of them, further breached the Lease by unlawfully a nd without justification takin g back possession of the Premis e and evicting the Plaintiff by essen tially locking her out and prevent ing the Plaintiff from gaining entry i nto the Premise and access t o her personal property stored in side the Premise.

33. As a proximate result of the b reach of the Lease by the de fendants, and each of them, the Plaintiff, along with Mr. Liu and Company, have sustained damages in an amount that exceeds the jurisdictional minimum of this court, along with incidental and consequential damages, the precise amount of damages sustained shall be determined at trial according to proof.

SECOND CAUSE OF ACTION UNLAWFUL EVICTION (Against All Defendants)

34. Plaintiff alleges and incorporates by reference herein all the allegations set forth in the above paragraphs, inclusive.

35. That Plaintiff was in actual, lawful and peaceful possession of the Premises at the time the Landlord changed the combination on the lock box where the key to access the Premise was stored.

36. In or about December 2019, the Landlord changed the combination on the lock box where the key to access the Premise was stored. This prevented the Plaintiff further gaining access to the P remise and her personal property stored inside the Premise.

37. The Landlord’s actions have deprived the Plaintiff of possession of the Premise and her personal property stored inside the Premise.

38. The Landlord’s actions were non-consensual and were not done pursuant to and orderly egal process.

39. The defendants, and each of them, have committed a forcible entry, forcible detainer and/or unlawful eviction, pursuant to both statutory and common law.

40. As a proximate result, the Plaintiff , along with Mr. Liu and Company, have sustained damages in an amount that exceeds the jurisdictional minimum

33. As a proximate result of the breach of the Lease by the defendants, and each of them, the Plaintiff, along with Mr. Liu and Company, have sustained damages in an amount that exceeds the jurisdictional minimum of this c ourt, along with incidental an d c onsequential damages, the precise amount of damages sus tained shall be determined at tria according to proof.

SECOND CAUSE OF ACTION UNLAWFUL EVICTION (Against All Defendants)

34. Plaintiff alleges and incorpor ates by reference herein all the al egations set forth in the above paragraphs, inclusive.

3 5. That Plaintiff was in actual, awful and peaceful possession of the Premises at the time the Landlord changed the combina tion on the lock box where the key to access the Premise was stored.

36. In or about December 2019 the Landlord changed the combin ation on the lock box where t he key to access the Premis e w as stored. This prevented the Plaintiff further gaining access to t he Premise and her persona p roperty stored inside th e P remise.

37. The Landlord’s actions have deprived the Plaintiff of posses sion of the Premise and her p ersonal property stored insid e t he Premise.

38. The Landlord’s actions were n on-consensual and were no t d one pursuant to and orderly egal process.

39. The defendants, and each of them, have committed a forcible entry, forcible detainer and/or unlawful eviction, pursuant to both statutory and common law 4 0. As a proximate result, th e Plaintiff , along with Mr. Liu and Company, have sustained d amages in an amount that ex ceeds the jurisdictional minimum of this court, along with ncidental and consequential dam ages, the precise amount of dam ages sustained shall be d etermined at trial according t o p roof.

41. The defendants, and each of t hem’s, unlawful actions as set f orth above, were done with oppression, fraud, or malice and ustify the awarding of exemplary and punitive damages.

THIRD CAUSE OF ACTION UNFAIR BUSINESS PRACTICE (Against All Defendants)

42. Plaintiff alleges and incorpor ates by reference herein all the al egations set forth in the above paragraphs, inclusive 4 3. Business and Profession s C ode, Section 17200 states, i n p ertinent part: “...unfair c ompetition shall mean and in clude any unlawful, unfair or fraud ulent business act or practice and unfair, deceptive, untrue or m isleading advertising and an y a ct prohibited by Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 17500) of Part 3 of Division 7 of the Busi ness and Professions Code.”

44. At all times mentioned herein the defendants, and each of them, engaged in “unlawful” business practices, as defined un der California Business and Pro fessions Code §17200 et. seq., because their conduct as alleged herein are in violation of California law including, without limitation, CA CCP §§ 1159 & 1160.

45. As a proximate result, Plaintiff, along with Mr. Liu and Company, have sustained damages in an amount that exceeds the jurisdictional minimum of this court, along with incidental and consequential damages, the precise amount of damages sustained shall be determined at trial according to proof.

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff prays for judgment against defendants, and each of them, as follows:

AS TO THE FIRST CAUSE OF ACTION:

1. For actual and compensatory damages, the precise amount is within the jurisdictional limit of this Court and will be determined according to proof at trial; and

2. For incidental and consequential damages in an amount to be determined according to proof at trial.

AS TO THE SECOND CAUSE OF ACTION:

1. For actual and compensatory damages in a sum within the jurisdiction of this Court, the precise amount to be determined according to proof at trial;

2. For incidental and consequential damages in an amount to be determined according to proof at trial; and

3. For exemplary and punitive damages.

ACTION:

44. At all times mentioned herein, the defendants, and each of them, engaged in “unlawful” business practices, as defined under California Business and Professions Code §17200 et. seq., because their conduct as alleged herein are in violation of California law including, without limitation, CA CCP §§ 1159 & 1160.

45. As a proximate result, Plaintiff, along with Mr. Liu and Company have sustained damages in an amount that exceeds the jurisdictional minimum of this court, along with incidental and consequential damages, the precise amount of damages sustained shall be determined at trial according to proof.

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff prays for judgment against defendants, and each of them, as follows:

AS TO THE FIRST CAUSE OF ACTION:

1. For actual and compensatory damages, the precise amount is within the jurisdictional limit of this Court and will be determined according to proof a t trial; and 2. For incidental and consequential damages in an amount to be determined according to proof at trial.

AS TO THE SECOND CAUSE OF ACTION:

1. For actual and compensatory damages in a sum within the jurisdiction of this Court, the precise amount to be determined according to proof at trial;

2. For incidental and consequential damages in an amount to be determined according to proof at trial; and 3. For exemplary and punitive damages.

AS TO THE THIRD CAUSE OF ACTION:

1. For injunctive relief; and 2. Restitution and/or disgorgement of money and benefits unlawfully received from the Plaintiff, along with Mr. Liu and Company.

AS TO ALL CAUSES OF ACTION:

1. For interest thereon; 2. For all fees and costs including if applicable, attorney's fees pursuant to contract and/or statute; and 3. For such other and further relief as to the Court seems just and proper.

Dated: May 2, 2022 LAW OFFICES OF ROGER C. HSU By: Roger C. Hsu, Esq. Joseph M. Liu, Esq. Attorneys for Plaintiff MICHELLE XIUMEI WANG

PUBLISHED: Pasadena Weekly 09/15/22, 09/22/22, 09/29/22 10/06/22

Trustee’s Sales

TRUST Loan No.: SHAMOON/GONZALEZ

RESS Order No.: 202278095 A.P. NUMBER 5827005-048 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE UNDER DEED OF YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/01/2020 UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY B E SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YO U SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE IS HEREB Y GIVEN, that on 10/13/2022 , at 10:00AM of said day, Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona C A 91766, RESS Financial Corporation, a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Maryann T. Shamoon, a married woman as her Sole and Separate Property and Ramon Gonzalez, a married man as his Sole and Separate Property, as Joint Tenants recorded on 07/16/2020, in Book n/a of Official Records of Los Angeles County, at page n/a, Recorder's Instrument No. 20200789039, by reason of a breach or default in payment or performance of the obligations secured thereby, including that breach or default, Notice of which was recorded 6/3/2022 as Recorder's

Instrument No.

erty, as Joint Tenants recorded on 07/16/2020, in Book n/a of Official Records of Los Angeles County, at page n/a, Recorder's Instrument No. 20200789039, by reason of a breach or default in payment or performance of the obliga tions secured thereby, includ i ng that breach or default N otice of which was recor ded 6/3/2022 as Recorder's I nstrument No 20220593896, in Book n/a, at p age n/a, WILL SELL A T PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE H IGHEST BIDDER FO R C ASH, lawful money of th e United States, evidenced by a Cashier's Check drawn on a state or national bank, o r the equivalent thereof drawn on any other financial institu tion specified in section 5102 o f the California Financia l Code, authorized to do busi ness in the State of Califor nia, ALL PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF SALE, all right, title a nd interest held by it a s Trustee, in that real property situated in said County an d State, described as follows: Lot 2 of Tract No. 14090, in t he County of Los Angeles, S tate of California, as pe r M ap recorded in Book 294 , P ages 15 & 16 of Maps Refer to Deed of Trust for full Legel Description. The street a ddress or other commo n designation of the real prop erty hereinabove described is purported to be: 663 Stone h urst Drive, Altadena, C A 91001. The undersigned dis claims all liability for any in correctness in said street ad dress or other common des i gnation. Said sale will b e m ade without warranty, ex p ress or implied regardin g title, possession, or other en c umbrances, to satisfy th e u npaid obligations secure d b y said Deed of Trust, wit h i nterest and other sums a s p rovided therein; plus ad v ances, if any, thereunde r a nd interest thereon; an d plus fees, charges, and ex penses of the Trustee and of t he trusts created by sai d D eed of Trust. The tota l amount of said obligations at the time of initial publication of this Notice is $216,404.89 In the event that the deed of trust described in this Notice of Trustee's Sale is secured b y real property containin g from one to four single-fam ily residences, the following notices are provided pursu ant to the provisions of Civil C ode section 2924f: NO T ICE TO POTENTIAL BID D ERS: If you are consider ing bidding on this property li e n, you should understan d that there are risks involved i n bidding at a trustee auc tion. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself Placing the highest bid at a t rustee auction does no t a utomatically entitle you to free and clear ownership o f the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior l ien. If you are the highes t bidder at the auction, you are o r may be responsible fo r 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 con tacting the county recorder's o ffice or a title insuranc e c ompany, either of whic h may charge you a fee for this i nformation. If you consul t e ither of these resources , you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NO TICE TO PROPERTY OWN ER: The sale date shown on t his notice of sale may b e postponed one or more times b y the mortgagee, benefi ciary, trustee, or a court, pur suant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee's sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your

postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, benefi ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee's sale post ponements be made avail able to you and to the public as a courtesy to those no t present at the sale. If yo u wish to learn whether you r sale date has been post poned, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and dat e for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-077 2 or visit this Internet Website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number as signed to this case 2022 78095. Information abou t postponements that are very short in duration or that oc cur close in time to th e scheduled sale may not b e immediately reflected in th e telephone information or on the Internet Website. Th e best way to verify postpone ment information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this prop erty after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenan t buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the prop erty if you exceed the las t and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There ar e three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 4 8 hours after the date of th e trustee sale, you can cal (916) 939-0772, or visit thi s internet websit e http://www.nationwidepost ing.com, using the file num ber assigned to this cas e 2022-78095 to find the date on which the trustee’s sal e was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee Second, you must send a written notice of intent t o place a bid so that the trust ee receives it no more tha n 15 days after the trustee’ s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee re ceives it no more than 4 5 days after the trustee’s sale If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer or “eligible bidder,” yo u should consider contactin g an attorney or appropriat e real estate professional im mediately for advice regard ing this potential right to pur chase. Dated: 09/13/202 2 RESS Financial Corporation, a California corporation, as Trustee By: Angela Groves , Trustee Sale Officer 178 0 Town and Country Drive Suite 105, Norco, CA 92860 3618 (SEAL) Tel.: (951) 270 0164 or (800)343-7377 FAX: (951)270-2673 Trustee' s Sale Information: (916) 939 0772 or www.nationwidepost ing.com NPP0415970 To : PASADENA WEEKL Y 09/22/2022, 09/29/2022 , 10/06/2022

T.S. No.: 22-6285

Notice of Trustee’s Sale Loan No.: *******642 APN : 5837-008-012 You Are In Default Under A Deed Of Trust Dated 7/20/2007. 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 Agains t You, You Should Contact A Lawyer. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank , check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a

Deed of Trust described be-

sociation, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly a ppointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now h eld by the trustee in the h ereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described bel ow. The sale will be made, 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 the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) r easonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Melanie P. Berg er, An Unmarried Woman D uly Appointed Trustee : P restige Default Services , LLC Recorded 7/27/2007 as Instrument No. 20071777127 of Official Records in the off ice of the Recorder of Los A ngeles County, California , D ate of Sale: 10/6/2022 a t 9:00 AM Place of Sale: Viney ard Ballroom Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norw alk, CA 90650 Amount o f u npaid balance and other charges: $405,411.53 Street A ddress or other common designation of real property : 1749 North Marengo Avenue P asadena California 91103 A .P.N.: 5837-008-012 The u ndersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common desi gnation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be o btained by sending a writt en request to the benefic iary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. Notice To Pot ential Bidders: If you are c onsidering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidd ing on a lien, not on the p roperty itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auct ion does not automatically entitle you to free and clear o wnership of the property Y ou should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the a uction, 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 l iens that may exist on this p roperty by contacting the county recorder's office or a t itle insurance company , e ither of which may charge you a fee for this information

If you consult either of these r esources, you should be aware that the same lender m ay hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. All checks payable to Prestige Default Services, LLC. Notice To Prope rty Owner: The sale date shown on this notice of sale m ay be postponed one or m ore times by the mortg agee, beneficiary, trustee , or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about truste e 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 (800) 7936107 or visit this Internet Web site www.auction.com,

ee 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, t he rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 7936 107 or visit this Interne t W eb site www.auction.com, u sing the file number assigned to this case 22-6285

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in t ime to the scheduled sale may not immediately be ref lected in the telephone information or on the Interne t W eb site. The best way to verify postponement informat ion is to attend the scheduled sale. Notice To Tenant: You may have a right to purchase this property after the t rustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “ eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if y ou match the last and h ighest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be a ble to purchase the prope rty if you exceed the las t and highest bid placed at the t rustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this r ight of purchase. First, 48 h ours after the date of the t rustee sale, you can call (800) 793-6107, or visit this i nternet website www.auction.com, using the file number assigned to this case 226 285 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the t rustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the t rustee receives it no more than 45 days after the truste e’s sale. If you think you m ay qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidd er,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: 8/15/2022

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These individuals have been accused of child sexual abuse in California.

Br. Damien Chong Br. Gerald Chumik

Fr. Vincent V. Cavalli

Fr. Mario Walter Cimmarrusti

Fr. John V. Coffield Fr. Eugene J. Colosimo Br. Bernard (Berard) Connolly

Fr. John V. Cosgrove Fr. Patrick John Cotter

Fr. Richard T. Coughlin

Fr. Daniel J. Cremins

Fr. Sean Cronin Owen da Silva (de Silva) Christopher Cunningham Harold F. DeLisle Joseph B. Di Peri Msgr. James Dolan Francis Dowd Jesus Jesse Dominguez Delfin Babilonia Victor Balbin Robert Bond Jerome Bouska Buckman James Cairns

Fr. Bernard Dabbene Wallace J. Daley Fr. John H. Dawson Harold DeJonghe

Br. Donald DuFour Albert J. Duggan by Clergy in