SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2011 VOLUME 5 NO. 15 COUNCIL MEMBERS AND COMMUNITY MEET TO Pat Alcorn DISCUSS FATE OF THE OLD YOUTH CENTER Named Older In an effort to clear the air on what the city intends to do with American Of the boarded up Church at 186 West Highland (at Hermosa), The Year Council members Mary Ann MacGillivray and Josh Moran, along with city staff, met with approximately 20 residents on Wednesday evening. The pur- pose of the meeting was to lis- ten to concerns from residents who live near the building and the hear what ideas the city had on developing the property. The building (right) was origi- nally a church and after years of being vacant, the city even- tually acquired the property with Community Redevelop- ment Agency funds. When that purchase was made, it was done under the auspices that it would be converted to 15 In a press release sent out ear- units of ‘work force housing’. lier this week, the City of Sierra The term is used for affordable Madre Community & Person- housing created as an incentive nel Services Department and the for people who work in the city Senior Community Commission such as firefighters, police offi- announced this year’s Older ‘Sier- cers, teachers, etc., to move to ra Madre’ American - Pat Alcorn. Sierra Madre. It is not ‘afford- able housing’ in the common Alcorn, who is a familiar face use of the term, but one that loudly about the traffic and park- At the meeting, in response to these dized price paid. among volunteers in Sierra provides less expensive housing for ing problem – it’s bad.” “We live in concerns, the city promised to do a Assuming the assessors don’t take Madre, “has actively contributed local workers. Sierra Madre to avoid traffic and traffic study and try to find a- solu into account that the units are low- to the Sierra Madre Community When it was identified last year as parking problems. If we wanted that, tion to the traffic and parking prob- mod income units and downgrade since 1964 when she and her hus- part of the city’s housing element, and a crowded residential area with lem independent of developing the the neighborhood based on that, the band moved from Pasadena. Her some residents expressed concern large multi-family projects, we’d buy property. (The traffic congestion is city’s assurances that our property recent activities have included about the ‘kind’ of residents that homes somewhere over the hill or because of the school). values will not be impacted seem the Friends of the Sierra Madre would be moving in, i.e., low income near the ocean.” fair.” Library Wine Tasting were she households. At this point, however, City Manager Elaine Aguilar indi- Pincus feels that if the city will not served as the co-chair for the past the concern appears to be focused She continues, “The City’s original cated that the city now how had a down zone the parcel, then the resi- two years, she is currently co- not on the income levels of the occu- low-mod income multi-family pro- better understanding of what the dents are going to fight anything chairing the City of Sierra Madre pants, but the impact of 16 new units posal, and their concurrent up-zon- community concerns were and that more than 3 units on the property. Community Services Commis- in the area. ing placed into the new “housing ele- the city would discuss with Heritage “It’s too much for the area and not sion but her community involve- ment” of the proposed General Plan, Housing (the proposed developer) in keeping with the character of the ment has also included being past According to one concerned citizen, will allow for 16 units on a 15,000 the suggestions that were made. neighborhood”, she said. President of the Sierra Madre Faith Pincus, the issues are, “Traffic/ square foot lots. That’s absurd! In On the other hand, Aguilar believes Civic Club, a graduate of the first parking, which leads to…Safety is- most of Sierra Madre, especially In addition, Pincus indicated resi- that the city and the community will Sierra Madre Citizen’s Emergen- sues.” The property is directly across on Highland and in the surround- dents are also concerned about the be able to come up with an accept- cy Response Team training and from Sierra Madre School’s lower ing neighborhood near the Old impact of such a development on able plan. Aguilar noted that the three time Creative Arts Group campus. Pincus says, “Highland Church, we have the following types Property values. “As for property council liaisons, MacGillivray and Garden Tour Docent.”. and Hermosa is probably the most of developments on that size lot: 1) values, we are, of course concerned Moran, will work with residents in traffic impacted intersection in Si- single family home; 2) single family that units sold at low to moderate in- developing a plan that is acceptable. In addition, Alcorn ran for Si- erra Madre. Three times a day you home with a granny unit; and a few come prices will effect and lower our She reiterated that the discussion of erra Madre City Council in 2010 can barely get down the street or to 3) duplexes or triplexes. 16 units is property values. This issue seemed 16 units, or any other development but was unable to garner quite or from your house, and that’s as- obscene. The amount of traffic and to have been addressed sufficiently of the site, was just a proposal and enough votes to win a seat. The suming a parent isn’t blocking your parking issues even 6 or 10 units by the city when they stated that nothing had been decided upon at loss did not deter her, however, driveway. Every single person that would bring is totally unacceptable.” the units are recorded at fair market this point. from continuing to support the attended the meeting complained value, not the actual reduced/subsi- S. Henderson/MVNews community. Pat is married to Sierra Madre’s THE HARDER THEY Secretary of Volunteerism, De FALL Alcorn. This huge pine tree just couldn’t take it any more. On A special reception will be held in Sunday, it toppled over on Ida Mae Lane in Sierra her honor on Friday, May 13th— Madre to the surprise of the residents. There was 4:30 pm at the Hart Park House minimal property damage and no humans were hurt Senior Center, 222 W. Sierra other than frayed nerves when the tree fell. A young Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre. The neighbor poses in front of the fallen tree about an public is invited to attend. hour after the incident. (right). Please call the Senior Desk at (626) 355-7394 to make a reservation. Inside This Edition... CALENDAR Page 2

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Read The Paper Online At: www.mtnviewsnews.com 2 Mountain View News Saturday, April 9, 2011 CALENDAR Foothill Unity Center Is Local SPRING LAP SWIM Weather Wise Beneficiary of 13th Annual The Community and Personnel Services Department will 5-Day Forecast be offering a spring lap swim program for the 2011 season. Curves Food Drive This is a great opportunity for low impact aerobic exercise. Sierra Madre, Ca. Local Curves to offer incentives to members and the The spring season begins on Monday, March 14 and runs Sunny through Sunday, June 12. Springs hours are as follows: Sun- Mon: Hi 70s Lows 50s community to donate food and cash day, Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 12:00pm- Tues: Sunny Hi 70s Lows 50s During the first two weeks of April, Curves of Duarte, Arcadia, 2:00pm and Tuesday and Thursday 7:00pm-9:00pm. Spring Wed: Sunny Hi 70s Lows 50s Sunny Sierra Madre, Altadena and Pasadena will participate in the 13th season passes are $100 per person with no daily admissions. Thur: Hi 70s Lows 50s Annual Curves Food Drive to collect non-perishable food and Sunny Hi 70s Lows 50s Registration for the spring lap swim program can be made Fri: cash donations to benefit Foothill Unity Center and other local at the Community Recreation Center located at 611 E. Forecasts courtesy of the National Weather Service food banks. Current members who make a $30 donation or an Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024. For more equivalent donation of food are eligible to receive a Curves reus- information please call 626-355-5278 CITY OF SIERRA MADRE able Food Drive grocery bag. From April 4-17, Curves will waive CALENDAR OF EVENTS the membership fee for new members who donate a bag of non- NEW Unless otherwise noted, all meetings listed below are held at City Hall 232 perishable food or make a minimum donation of $30. Sierra Madre Dolphins Spring Swim Team W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 626-355-7135 "Our goal is to top the donation we made last year," said Stacey NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Park, owner of Curves serving Duarte and Monrovia. “This is a The Sierra Madre Dolphins are starting a brand new spring swim April 12, 2011 6:30 pm great opportunity for the members of the Curves community to team! This is a great opportunity to start swim team training be- help strengthen the local community, too. Everything that our fore the summer and be in the best possible swim shape. The members donate at our clubs will benefit local families in need." spring swim team will begin on Monday, May 2, 2011 and run April 7 @ 3pm - Senior Commission This year's Food Drive will get off to a strong start when Curves through Friday, June 3, 2011. Practices are held Monday through Friday from 5:30pm-7:00pm. The cost of the program is $100 April 18 @ 6pm - Community Services Commission International founders Gary and Diane Heavin are featured on ABC Television's inspirational new show, Secret Millionaire, per swimmers between the ages of 5-17 years who can swim the airing Sunday, April 3, at 8 p.m. The Curves founders’ moving length of the pool. The spring swim team will focus on building April 19 @ 6:30pm - UUT Oversight Committee episode will help Curves members understand how the Curves endurance and refining swim skills and techniques. There are no Food Drive is the perfect opportunity for each of them to give scheduled swim meets against other swim teams for the spring April 20 @ 7pm - Tree Advisory Committee back to their own communities. Curves clubs have donated more season, but inter-squad meets will be held. Please note a mini- than 61 million pounds of food in the U.S. and Canada since mum of 25 swimmers must enroll in the spring swim team for the April 21 @ 7pm - Planning Commission 2004. program to run. Please register at the Community Services Office, located at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd., next to the Aquatic Center. "The past few years have been difficult for many families," said Registration will be available online at http://www.cityofsier- April 26 @ 6:30pm - City Council Diane Heavin. "Curves annual Food Drive is one way that every- ramadre.com/onlineregistrationFor more information call one in the San Gabriel Valley area can make a real difference for 626-355-5278. April 27 @ 7pm - Library Board of Trustees a local family that is struggling. We encourage everyone, not just our members or those who are thinking about joining our gym, April 28 @ 7pm - Green Advisory Committee to make a cash donation or drop off a bag of non-perishable food AMERICAN RED CROSS items in April." LIFEGUARD TRAINING UPDATE! 1630 AM "We can't thank Stacey Park and Curves Duarte enough for spear- The course dates for the Lifeguard Training have changed. The heading this wonderful drive," said Betty McWilliams, Deputy course will now meet in April 16, 23, 30 and May 1 from 9:00am- Free on-air publicity for local events Director of Foothill Unity Center. "Our appreciation goes out to 5:00pm. It is not too late to register for this training course. Par- Sierra Madre’s new community radio station is now accepting scripts members of the Curves community throughout our service area ticipants that successfully complete the course will become Red for Public Service Announcements (PSAs) about community events. for their strong, caring support of local families in need." Cross certified Lifeguards and will also have their First Aid, CPR PSAs will be broadcast on the air at no charge. The station operates For more information, please visit: www.curves.com. and AED certifications. Participants must be at least 15 years of 24/7 and can be heard at 1630 on the AM dial. age and be able to complete the swimming pre-requisites. Course Any local non-profit or non-commercial organization can have their fees are $177 per participant. Registration can be done at the event information broadcast to the public on Sierra Madre Community FREE POETRY WORKSHOP AT Community Services Office, located at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Information Radio. This new radio station covers the city of Sierra For more information contact the Community and Personnel Madre, plus surrounding areas of Pasadena, Arcadia, and Monrovia. SIERRA MADRE LIBRARY Services Department at 626-355-5278. In a nutshell, your event must: • Benefit a non-commercial or non-profit entity Jim Kincaid, Aerold Arnold experience. • Be open to the public Professor of English at USC, In the first half of the work- Healthy Soil, Healthy Garden: Unlock- • Be of general interest to local citizens will facilitate a free poetry shop, Professor Kincaid will ing the Soil Foodweb with Compost ­ Just write a Public Service Announcement that describes your workshop at Sierra Madre discuss how to read poetry A Workshop with Dr. Elaine Ingham, PhD event and e-mail it to [email protected]. Public Library on Friday, and its connection to song April 15, at 7:00 p.m. This and improvisation. Follow- Saturday, April 16 & Sunday, April 17 9:00am-5:00 pm user-friendly program is ing the discussion, partici- LA County Arboretum, 301 North Baldwin Ave., Arcadia What D0 YOU Think? for anyone who likes to pants will have an opportu- Tuition: $275 read, listen to, or write po- nity to compose a poem in a (2-Day Workshop Includes Lunch, Tea, and Snacks) Reservations required - please call 626.821.4623 or etry. There will be some- hands-on practicum. email [email protected] thing for everyone in this The Sierra Madre Public workshop—for those who Library is located at 440 W. For millennia cultures around the world have been combining their veg- simply love poetry but have Sierra Madre Blvd. in Si- gie scraps, “yard waste” and manure in various ways to yield composted fertility for their soils. Today with so many techniques to choose from, never composed a poem, to erra Madre. (626) 355-7186. what actually works? How do we identify healthy compost? For the poets with years of writing www.sierramadre.lib.ca.us. first time we can finally answer all of these questions. Soil that produces We’d like to hear from you! Contact us at: award-winning broccoli will have radically different microbes than an BARGAIN BOOK SALE AT old-growth forest. Learn how to produce healthy compost, compost tea, [email protected] and extracts that will produce more results in your garden than any fer- SIERRA MADRE LIBRARY tilizer ever could. Reap a bountiful harvest. Get off fertilizers and her- or bicides. Increase soil water retention from 30-50%. All with the help of www.facebook.com/mountainviewsnews your nearly invisible microbial workforce! The Friends of the Sierra Madre Library invite you to drop Join us! …with Dr. Elaine Ingham in a fun and informative 2-day by the Library between Monday, April 11, and Saturday, workshop, where you’ll get a lucid understanding of the critters in your April 19, and take advantage of our Spring deals. On the soil. Grow your gardening practice leaps and bounds by working with Bargain Table this month we’ll be featuring Fiction, Biogra- microbial critters: the key to healthy, living, organically-rich soil! phies, Cartoons, Time Life Books, War, U.S. History, and a Day 1 (4/16)- An Introduction to the Soil Foodweb. The Introduction class covers all the basic information required for understanding and set of volumes on World War II. All books are in good con- implementing a successful biological approach to growing. dition and are $1.00 each. The sale is on during the Library’s Day 2 (4/17)- Compost, Tea, Extracts. Find out how compost is made open hours, so stop by often—there will plenty of new titles by the pros in soil regeneration. Attendees will learn how to properly to choose from, as books are replenished daily. manage thermal-compost, vermi-compost, and compost tea to guaran- tee disease-suppressive, soil-building, nutrient-retaining composts and compost teas, and how to consistently produce biologically active and The Sierra Madre Public Library, located at 440 West Sierra effective compost. Madre Boulevard in Sierra Madre, is open Monday through Class is suitable for beginners to advanced practitioners. Participants Wednesday from Noon to 9 p.m., Thursday and Friday from receive a certification of completion. This course will give you the tools Noon to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (626) you need to make healthy, site-specific compost for beautiful results ev- 355-7186. www.sierramadre.lib.ca.us. ery time!

Dr. Elaine Ingham is recognized around the world as a leader in soil microbiology and research of the soil foodweb. She is an energetic, easy-to-understand speaker who explains what life in the soil is all about. With decades of experience as professor, researcher, and soil benefactor con- sulting in the field, she’s helped thousands of homeowners, growers, and influential companies understand healthy soil via healthy organisms. Elaine transmits sophisticated information in a down-to-earth way. Her mission is to show that the key to making any plant thrive, from the turf on golf courses to vegetables in the garden, is to team up with suitable soil microbes. Elaine has astounding results to show for it. For more info see: www.SayPermaculture.com & www. SoilFoodweb.com

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HUCK FINN FISHING Alverno High School Student REMEMBRANCE to Reign Over Doo Dah MARK WESLEY SAILOR DERBY BRINGS OUT THE Parade by Dean Lee Mark Wesley Sailor died on March 18, 2011 at the age CROWDS Photos by Chris Leclerc of 59. His death was due to complications from pneu- monia. Born April 8, 1951 The City of Sierra Madre’s Community Services Depart- in Kansas City, Missouri, ment, in conjunction with several local service organizations, he is survived by his sister hosted the weekend fish fest/camp out known as the Huck Melinda Sailor Monachino Finn Fishing Derby last weekend. More than 275 youth, of Sierra Madre. along with their parents, partiticpated. The event is held at Mark was always involved the debris basin which is stocked with fish. with social activities in Families from Sierra Madre and neighboring cities set up school. He attended Oc- tents on Friday evening and camp overnight so they can be cidental College in Los first to cast their lines into the water early Saturday morning. Angeles. Prizes for catching fish are only given to the children par- Some of his hobbies ticipating. Parents get their rewards from all the fun they have included hiking and the with their children during the event. This year’s winners are: love of nature and chess. Awards were given in the following four age categories. He had a special fondness for cats. Age Category 3-6 Mark had a creative gift years: of writing. He wrote plays • 1st – Caysen and one was produced by a Sullivan Dozens of Doo Dah Queen hopefuls threw their hats in local theatre group. He was also a professional book dealer • 2nd – Nathan the ring last Saturday night at a chance to reign over the specializing in used and rare books. Sanchez 34th Occasional Doo Dah Parade although none wowed the In addition to his sister, Mark is survived by a host of • 3rd – Max judges more than 17-year old Alverno High School student, family and friends in Sierra Madre where he grew up. Reynolds known as “Red Rosie” who, to the surprise of many, was Throughout his life, he never lost his sense of humor or his crowned the parade’s next queen. compassion for the underdog. Age Category 7-9 The young royal impressed over 30 judges by transforming years: from a demure Catholic school pupil into a red-lipsticked, Sierra Madre Police Blotter • 1st – Brandon red-caped Wonder Woman. She began her saucy During the week of Sunday, March 27th, to Saturday April Wong metamorphosis by singing “The Man Upstairs” by Kay Starr. 2nd, the Sierra Madre Police Department responded to ap- • 2nd – Griffith Rosalind Schoen, a student at the Sierra Madre Catholic proximately 398 calls for service. See crimereports.com for Simmons school, is now Doo Dah’s perfect counterpart to the more updated information. • 3rd – Isabella prim and proper decorum of the Rose Queen. Moreno Upon receiving the royal nod, Red Rosie said, “I wish could Tuesday, March 29th: put this in my college application. It’s one of those dreams 10:03 AM - Tampering/Injuring Vehicle or Contents, 700 Age Category 10-12 come true you never expect.” blk. N. Sunnyside Ave. Unknown suspect(s) or object years: The 34th Occasional Pasadena Doo Dah Parade, will be smashed a car’s front windshield. There was no loss. • 1st – Conrad held on Saturday, April 30th, at 11:00am. 7:28 PM- Petty Theft from Vehicle, 100 blk. Auburn Ave. Oakes For more details on the parade and the new queen, please A resident left her car unlocked and the windows down. • 2nd – Sampson Sly contact Light Bringer Project at 626.590.1134. Between Monday evening, March 28th and Tuesday eve- • 3rd – Sophia ning, March 29th the suspect entered the car and stole a Cimino GET READY FOR THE ART SHOW! Garmen GPS System, Nintendo Video game system, Tar- Age Category 13-15 Be a part get gift card, Toy R Us gift card, and miscellaneous keys. of this The loss was valued at $415.00. years: • 1st – Destiny y e a r ’ s Friday, April 1st: Miller M W T R 10:03 AM- Battery, 200 blk. W. Montecito Ave. A victim • 2nd – Kristin Kids Art reported an assault by a tenant’s boyfriend. The victim and Shigenaga S h o w ! suspect had argued about a parking space the victim has • 3rd – Grant McComb Y o u t h been using. The suspect later pounded on the victim’s door. will get When the victim opened the door, the suspect pushed the Largest Overall Fish – Destiny Miller (2.7 lbs.) the op- door open, hitting the victim. The suspect cursed at the Smallest Overall fish – Kaila Rillorta (0.23 lbs.) portunity victim and left an unknown direction. to display 11:29 PM- Auto Burglary, 500 blk. Acacia St. Unknown pennants suspect(s) smashed a car’s passenger window between the they cre- evening of March 31st and the morning of April1st, and ated during the 2011 Mount Wilson Trail Race. Youth have removed an HP laptop computer, and a bass amplifier. The two chances to participate, Friday, April 15 in Kersting suspect(s) fled in an unknown direction. Court and Monday, April 18, at the Youth Activity Center 12:12 PM- Petty Theft, 200 blk. S. Mountain Trail Ave. Un- (YAC). Don’t miss out on this great event! known suspect(s) entered an unlocked parked car between the evening of March 30th and the morning of March All materials will be provided free of charge and youth of 31st. The suspect stole the victim’s wallet containing two all ages are encouraged to participate. Each youth can deco- Citibank credit cards, two American Express credit cards rate a canvas pennant with trail race inspired themes using and his California driver’s license. The suspects made two paint and other supplies. There is no need to register for this unauthorized purchases with his credit cards. program, just bring your creativity! For more information contact the Community Services Office at 626-355-5278

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Tree Sitters Police Nab Multiple Murder Pretrial Now Suspects During Raid By Dean Lee fired call shortly after 8 p.m. Set for Earth Gang detectives along with then found Taylor at the other local law enforcement scene. He was taken to a local Day said Thursday they took area hospital where he later By Dean Lee into custody eight suspects, died according to reports. One of the four tree two alleged responsible Arrested during the raids sitters, John Quigley, who for multiple shootings, Thursday were Steven in January was arrested including the homicide of Wright, 33, an Altadena attempting to save the Donnell Taylor in Pasadena resident wanted in Arcadia Oak Woodlands on January 19 and an connection with the murder from destruction by the attempted homicide in of Taylor; Hildon Jones, 34, County’s Department of Altadena on March 15th. also an Altadena resident, Public Works, gave a brief The arrested were made wanted for attempted murder update Wednesday on the during early morning raids in the case; Jaszmine Jenkins, legal situation saying that at several locations. 19, a Monrovia resident a pretrial had been set for Police Chief Phillip Sanchez also wanted for attempted April 22, Earth Day. said members of the murder. Wanted on lesser David Czamanske, vice Pasadena Police Department charges were, Bengarmain chair of the Sierra Club’s and Los Angeles County Gay, 26, Altadena resident, Pasadena group, said the Sheriff Department warrant arrest; Jesse group had sent a letter to collaborated for the service Johnson, 35, Altadena District Attorney Steve of search warrants. He said resident, non-compliance Cooley office asking that the focus was on finding and warrant; Eric Hartfield, all charges, including members of a local gang 41, Altadena resident, resisting arrest, disturbing responsible for a number of miscellaneous felony; Robert the peace and trespassing, Can I Hear You Say ‘Doo Dah’ shooting including Taylor. Rucker, 41, Los Angeles be dropped. Quigley gave Daring to again go where real American Bandstanders. nod -having taken on the City “Enhancing public safety resident, miscellaneous the update during the club’s no parade has gone before, Yes, another Doo Dah is here to of Pasadena and a powerful and the apprehension of felony and Shamella Walton, regular monthly meeting. this year’s Pasadena Doo Dah help you forget your humdrum developer -and won! The individuals responsible for 30, Los Angeles for child Quigley said originally Parade will bring its own brand existence organizers said. Thorny Rose Award is presented these crime trends were of endangerment. Cooley’s office wanted jail of raucous eccentricity East, All the parade participants will annually at the Pasadena Doo our utmost importance. Persons with information time for him as the ring after its successful relocation be joined this year by Grand Dah Parade to an individual or We accomplished this with regarding crimes that last year. This year’s parade Marshal Ron Stivers, of Poo organization that has created a very successful operation occurred in Pasadena are leader. will also again dare to go live Bah Records, and many first- discomfort or agitation in the “Before or arraignment, we that resulted in the seizure asked to contact Detective on the internet streaming at time entries including the community (even sometimes of six firearms and eight Grant Curry at (626) 744- flooded… Steve Cooley’s doodahlive.com. League of Steam, Conehead for a good cause). office with phone calls This year’s spectacle will see the Rocket Sled, Hippie Cream, Councilmember Terry Tornek, arrests. Additional arrests 6489 or at (626) 744-4241. and when we got into return of such wildly diverse The Iceland Queen, Rancho an advisor to Pasadenans for are expected”, Sanchez said. information regarding the arraignment they entries as a fleet of motorized Talavera, combined bands of a Livable City and former Taylor was shot near the Altadena crimes are asked had softened their stance Kinetic Pastry Science the 35th Dragoon Guards, Mile councilmember Sid Tyler both 1700 block of Summit Ave. to call Altadena Sheriff’s at significantly,” he said. Mobile Muffins, Songbird & High Bed, Cheesus Chrust Pizza said they plan to decline the Officers had received a shots (626) 798-1131. “They were clearly feeling His Ocarinas, a humungous Company, Flying Baby High award. Organizers said if they the heat.” robotic spitting cat named Dive, and the Ladies Auxiliary do not show, in tradition, a giant Boo-Boo Kitty, oddly-attired for Cultural Enrichment, and chicken will ride in their place. Reward Grows to $25,000 Quigley said they had no sound inventors known as more. The 2011 Parade takes place on plans for any plea agreement The Highland Park Thursday The 10th Order of the Thorny Saturday, April 30th, stepping in Stadium Beating Case and would most likely take Evening Gentlemen’s Society Rose has also spoken. Organizers off at 11am in East Pasadena the case to trial. Circuit Bending Marching Band say this year’s recipient, along Colorado Boulevard. Quigley also said he wanted & Ladies’ Auxiliary, and the Pasadenans for a Livable City, to hold a press event using crowd favorite Disco Drill Team, has certainly earned its thorny the lessons learned and investigation, “to expose Earth Festival Returns to Old Pasadena how the Department of The Pasadena Earth & Arts arts and crafts tables provided affordable and sustainable Public Works is going about Festival returns to Old Pasadena by the Armory Center for the sustenance throughout the day. its business but leaving on Saturday, April 16, from Arts. People riding the Metro Gold unnecessary destruction 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., celebrating Nonstop live entertainment Line to the Memorial Park in all these natural places, all things green, through will include Sue B. Dancers, Station will receive an Earth open places, oak habitat… hands-on activities, product Delta Psi Sigma Beta Step Day reusable bag by showing demonstrations, resource Dance, Danza Yankuikuitl their Metro passes at the etc.” sharing, live entertainment and Aztec Dancers, Drumtime transportation booth, while He also said that because eco-Jeopardy. Drum Circle, Folklórico supplies last. the county was actively This free, ninth annual event Nahuatzen, Folklórico Sol y Festival co-sponsors are the city Joining L.A. County Mayor The suspects are described as pursuing them he thought will take place in and around Luna, Artichoke, George Sarah of Pasadena , Armory Center Michael Antonovich’s $10,000 two male Hispanics between they could bring attention Memorial Park and the Armory and String Trio, the reggae- and for the Arts, Conscientious reward in exchange for any the ages of 18 and 25 wearing to some of the local Oak Center for the Arts, 145 N. Latin-infused Roots Collective, Projector and Metro. The stage information leading to the dodger clothing. Composite Woodlands areas. He Raymond Ave. R&B artist Quamaine Jones and will be powered free of charge by arrest and conviction of the sketches of the two suspects singled out a plan to Businesses and nonprofit bluesman Buddy Zapata. Martifer Solar USA, a company persons responsible for the have also been released by the development Aliso Canyon organizations will display Special guests Machine that specializes in the design, attack on Bryan Stow, the San L.A. Police Department. in Granada Hills. information or sell items at the Project, an experimental arts engineering and installation of Francisco Giants will also be Mayor Antonovich suggests eco-marketplace that promote organization headquartered photovoltaic electric systems offering a matching $10,000 anyone with information “On my Facebook page green living, energy and water in Echo Park , will offer an and components. reward and American Medical contact Detectives l. Burcher or I had a message from an efficiency, composting, organic Amplified Electric Melon The festival kick-off is on Friday, Response will be offering a P.J. Morris of the Los Angeles 11-year-old girl named foods, green building design, workshop and drum circle. April 15, at 7:30 p.m. with a $5,000 reward – bringing the Police Department at 213-847- Whitney Jones,” he said. alternative transportation and By popular demand, Arroyo free outdoor film screening at total to $25,000. 4261. “Who pleaded for help renewable energy. Time Bank will once again host the Levitt Pavilion in Memorial saving a place near and dear The festival is also the place to its Free Market Swap Meet for Park. “The Economics of Citizen Journalism Meet-up to her hart, Aliso Canyon.” learn more about Pasadena ’s the public to donate or trade Happiness” is a documentary Learn not just how Quigley also said Andrea resources and plans for waste gently used items. that examines the impact of Bowers, Julia Jaye Posin reduction, recycling, water and A fun bike tour of Pasadena ’s shifting from a global to a to blog but how to and Travis Jochimsen were energy conservation, and parks sustainable sites, courtesy of local economy that is more report the news and nature preserves. C.I.C.L.E., will begin at 11:30 environmentally sustainable. arrested along with him. Kids and parents can get creative a.m. For more information visit www. together with clay, paper and Popular food trucks Frysmith cityofpasadena.net/earthday or The Pasadena Community Pet of the other Earth-friendly media at and Komodo will provide call (626) 744-4721. Network and this newspaper are holding a workshop on Week PCC Professor Invited To Join Citizen Journalism. Library Skills This group is the place where European Depression Study aspiring journalists can learn for Home- from trained professionals the power of video, audio and Petra R. Lott, Pasadena City and while they count from schoolers and support their local print along with online social College adjunct assistant one to 10. “Previous studies community by covering media The next meeting is professor in the Languages devoted to the correlation Hastings Branch Library what’s really happening in April 12 from 6 p.m. to 8p.m. Division, has been invited between mental illness will host a four-part their neighborhoods. at the Pasadena Community to join a prestigious and language parameters program to introduce We will put the news in your Network - Studio G, 2057 N. Dodger, a big and handsome, research project on speaking have demonstrated that homeschoolers ages 6 to hands. Learn how to find Los Robles Ave. one year old Mastiff mix is behavior and voice sound psychiatric disorders 8 to basic library skills. the story, the tools needed For more info call active and smart! He knows characteristics. This research adversely affect language From the parts of a book to to capture the story and the 626.794.8585 or visit several basic commands and is part of a larger project production with regard to using the library’s computer means to tell the story using pasadenan.com. earned a Blue Ribbon in our titled, “Early Prediction of fluency, syntactic complexity, catalog a new topic will Shelter School program! Relapse in Depression.” PCC cohesion, as well as pitch and be covered every week in PCC Police and Safety He was found with another students will be given the intonation contour,” Dr. Lott April. Hastings Branch is dog but may prefer a home opportunity to participate in said. “Spectrograms, that located at 3325 E. Orange Services to Host Weeklong without other pets. He is several aspects of the study. is visualization of language Grove Blvd. looking for someone who Dr. Lott will be the primary signals, will give evidence of Police Cadet Academy will continue his training investigator for the portion of pitch and intonation patterns Homeschoolers The Pasadena City College that require physical agility. and make sure he gets lots the study conducted at PCC. typical of healthy people Police and Safety Services “This is a police academy- of attention. Come visit with “I will work with two different or of people suffering from Science Project will host and organize the prep program designed this fun dog today! kinds of questionnaires, depression.” Display third annual Police Cadet to simulate the training, The regular dog adoption one assessing our student The study is a cooperative Academy beginning April 18. tensions, physical demands, population’s general health effort between a number Hastings Branch Library will fee is $120, which includes be displaying homeschoolers The weeklong program will tactical awareness, and medical care prior to and one assessing how the of European institutions, take police cadets from the camaraderie realized in any students respond to and including the Swiss Federal science projects during the adoption, spaying or month of May. If you have Southern California region California police academy,” neutering, vaccinations, deal with stress/pressure in Institute of Technology through a simulated police said Brad Young, PCC their academic and personal Zurich and the Psychiatric a really cool science project and a follow-up visit with a and want others to see and academy. The cadets will Police and Safety Services participating vet. lives,” Dr. Lott explained. University Hospital Zurich. be introduced to academic lieutenant and the academy’s The interviewed students The project, which is admire your work, call Please call 626-792-7151 744.7262 to sign up. This is and physical disciplines that coordinator. and ask for A284119 or come will serve as the control sponsored by a European will prepare them to endure The academy will conclude group for the study and the Union grant, is directed an opportunity to share your to the Pasadena Humane science accomplishments and complete an actual six- on April 23 with a formal Society & SPCA, 361 S. data will be compared to the by Dr. Hans H. Stassen of month long police academy. graduation ceremony. This data obtained from a patient the University of Zurich, with the community. Raymond Ave , Pasadena Hastings Branch is located at The program will include year’s keynote speaker will CA , 91105 . Our adoption group suffering from major with whom Dr. Lott has academic instruction in be Pasadena Police Chief depression. collaborated in the past. 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. hours are 11-4 Sunday, For more information terrorism, criminal law, Phillip Sanchez. Graduating 9-5 Tuesday, Wednesday, In the second phase of the For more information, please first-aid, report writing, cadets will receive diplomas; study, students will be asked contact Young, at (626) on these programs and Thursday, and Friday, and the library’s Homeschool field tactics, narcotics decorations and awards will 9-4 Saturday. Directions and to participate in a short 585-3145, or visit Dr. Lott’s enforcement, and self- be bestowed upon those recording session where their research website at http:// Collection contact Petra photos of all pets updated Morris at (626) 744-7262 or defense. Cadets will also most distinguished. hourly may be found at speech will be recorded while web.me.com/petralott/ experience high-stress For more information, call they read standardized text website/Research.html. pmorris@cityofpasadena. www.pasadenahumane.org net. scenarios and simulations (626) 585-7627. 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HELEN’S STORY - FINDING THE ARCADIA LOOSE TOP COPS PHANTOM BRAKE PEDAL Arcadia is suddenly and unexpectedly without its two top po- Camino Grove Teacher shares why she’s involved with lice officials, Chief Robert Sanderson and Captain Gene Gioia. Arcadia ACS Mini-Relay for Life, Set for June 3, 2011 Both had decided some time ago to retire but stay on part-time By Helen Simmons Conroy for a few months to help with the transition to a new chief. But that all changed with little notice last Friday when they be- Do you ever reach for the phantom brake pedal when someone came aware they were jeopardizing their retirement pensions else is driving the car, frantically pumping air with your right due to arcane California retirement (PERS) rules, according to foot? As a confirmed control freak, I am guilty of doing this. I love City Manager Don Penman. Both had started with the police to be in charge (one reason why I love being a teacher). decades ago as cadets before they became sworn police offi- cers, and thus were working under multiple retirement formu- Thus, when I was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer in las during their careers. Suddenly, Friday became their final 2009, it put a kink in my controlling existence. At first I dealt with day of work. my cancer by trying to control it. That didn’t work as the cancer decided to spread. Facing double mastectomy/reconstruction Captain Bob Guthrie was immediately thrust into the role of surgery, I contemplated pushing the operation off until winter interim Police Chief while the City recruits as new chief. break, to reduce time away from my students. But then my “We are disappointed that they had to leave so abruptly due to daughter, Lauren, (who was 20 at the time), made me get real. She PERS rules,” Penman said. exclaimed exasperatingly, “Mom, if you die, you won’t have a class to teach!” I scheduled surgery for the first available date and made “I am confident that Interim Chief Guthrie and the entire long-term sub plans for 8 weeks. management team in the Police Department will do an out- standing job during this transition.” Luckily, through it all, I had wonderful support from my principal, Brook Reynolds, fellow teachers, students, parents, Ironically, Chief Sanderson, along with other City employees, Poliice Chief Robert Sanderson and my fabulous substitute teacher, Tammy Harvey. Third grade including Library Director Carolyn Garner-Reagan, made teacher, Lori Rozelle, banded teachers together to give my family their decisions to retire this year, perhaps several years earlier a month of “Meals-on-Wheels.” My family, friends, neighbors, than expected, when they all were shocked to learn last year following the death of an Arcadia police officer of another little- doctors, and home support nurse helped me more than they will known PERS rule. That rule provides full benefits to the spouse in the event of the death of the employee only if the employee ever know. Talking is retired when they die. with cancer survivors Otherwise, the spouse receives only 50% of the benefits, which has the effect of creating an incentive for government employ- who had moved on to ees to retire at the earliest possible date allowed. - By Scott Hettrick lead positive, fulfilling lives also comforted Arcadia Police Blotter me tremendously. A Short History of the At 50, my Irish For the period of Sunday, March 27, through Saturday, April 2, the stubbornness was as Police Department responded to 889 calls for service of which 104 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of Southwest Museum strong as ever and the major incidents handled by the Department during this period. drove me to fight for On April 21 at noon, Former Director of the Southwest full recovery with Sunday, March 27: Museum Jerry Selmer will be the guest speaker at this Brown all my might. I was 1. 1. Shortly after 1:00 a.m., units responded to Tasty Garden, Bag Lunch Talk at the Arcadia Historical Museum. Bring determined to survive 1212 South Baldwin, regarding a vandalism report. A large glass your lunch and dress appropriately according to weather so that I could erase window was shattered at the restaurant, and three male Hispanic two thoughts that had subjects were seen at the location when the vandalism occurred. conditions, as the talks are held outside on the Museum The total reported damage was about $1,000. patio. You won’t want to miss this talk about the history of haunted my mind 2. 2. A traffic stop was conducted around 1:20 a.m. at the Southwest Museum! since the day I was Huntington and Santa Clara on a vehicle that was traveling diagnosed: the fear westbound in the eastbound lanes. An intoxicated 32-year-old The Arcadia Historical Museum is located at 380 W. my children had of male Filipino was arrested for DUI. Huntington Drive, immediately behind the Community losing their mother and the fear I had not Monday, March 28: Center. The Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday 3. Between 2:00 p.m. on March 27 and 5:30 a.m. on March 28, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is always free. only of losing my life, an auto burglary occurred in the 300 block of Laurel. Unknown but losing my life with them. The 8 weeks of recovering brought suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole desktop computers, Coffee Kiosk Coming to me new hope with each new day of healing. I returned to teaching printer, and monitor for a reported loss of about $1,550. and life went on. 4. Units responded to the 2000 block of Canyon in reference Arcadia Public Library’s Patio to a fraud report. The victim received her credit card statement My fight with cancer didn’t change everything. I didn’t stop and discovered approximately $1,800 in unauthorized purchases The Board of Trustees of the Arcadia Public Library and Just pushing the phantom brake pedal when I wasn’t driving a car, made on March 8 from a Macy’s store in Modesto. Brewed! are delighted to announce that a permanent beverage but I did find a renewed joy in doing things, both small and concession will open soon in the west patio area of the Library. grand, that make a difference in the quality of life. I started using Tuesday, March 29: Serving typical café beverages, including; gourmet coffee, organic my fine crystal “just because,” and began traveling more with 5. A commercial burglary at a construction site occurred teas, nutrient-enriched smoothies, and light pre-packaged snacks, my family. Of course, teaching remained one of my wonderful between 3:45 p.m. on March 28 and 7:15 a.m. on March 29. Just Brewed! will be opening in mid April. Hours will be Monday passions. And when Camino Grove parent and fellow cancer Unknown suspect(s) stole three steel beams worth about $10,000 thru Friday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM – 3:00 from a fenced location at Second and the 210 Freeway. survivor, Jonie Tsuji, asked for teacher support in hosting the PM. American Cancer Society (ACS) Mini-Relay for Life, I jumped 6. Around 9:14 a.m., a traffic stop was initiated in the 700 Adrian and Nancy Listiawan, the husband and wife team and block of West Duarte for excessive speed. A 25-year-old male owners of Just Brewed!, have been residents of Arcadia since their at the chance to participate. Being on the committee with Jonie Asian driver was arrested for speeding and a $26,000 outstanding wedding in 2008. They have frequented the Library often and are has given me a great opportunity to make a positive difference as warrant. certain that a coffee kiosk will complement this Library very nice- a cancer survivor, promoting cancer education, awareness, and fundraising for research, within my school community. It has also Wednesday, March 30: ly. After a yearlong pursuit, Just Brewed! will finally become a -re 7. Around 12:02 p.m., units were dispatched to CVS, ality. “We are thrilled and excited that library visitors, like myself, allowed me to show kids that if someone they care about ends 188 Las Tunas, in regards to a robbery that just occurred. An can finally have a place to take a break and enjoy a nice drink” said up getting cancer, be it a parent, grandma, uncle, or teacher, that employee tried to stop a male Hispanic suspect from leaving the Nancy Listiawan. As part of their “Go Green!” efforts, the List- person cannot only survive, but go on to live a full, happy, and store with stolen alcoholic beverages concealed on his person. iawans will be giving out 50 hand-made reusable coffee sleeves to long life. He struck the female employee in the chest with his fist and then the first 50 customers. Since 10% of the proceeds will be donated fled on foot. An area search was conducted, and the suspect was to the Library, everyone is invited to come out and support the Today, I am asking Arcadia elementary school parents, students, located and detained at Daines and Welland. A private person’s Library and Just Brewed! and the Arcadia community to join Jonie and me in supporting the arrest was made, and a 30-year-old man was taken into custody for For more information please check out our website: www.just- ACS Mini-Relay, to be held at Camino Grove Elementary School robbery. brewed.net or email us at [email protected]. on June 3, 2011, from 3-6 p.m. Help us get closer to finding a cure! 8. Shortly after 3:30 p.m., officers responded to Victoria’s For more information on how you can become involved with our Secret in reference to a theft. Three female suspects stole a large Family Nature Hike! ACS Mini-Relay amount of bras and underwear from the store. Loss prevention event, check out our agents followed the suspects and later saw four women enter Saturday April 16 website at http:// a brown SUV. Officers conducted a traffic stop at Baldwin and arcadiaminirelay. Huntington, and hundreds of stolen items from Victoria’s Secret, 8am org. Disney Store, Bath and Body Works, and ULTA, which is not located at Westfield Mall, were seen in plain view. Over $7,000 Bring the family and join us as we hike through Big Santa in stolen merchandise was recovered, and the African-American If you have a question 50% off 2 months rent Anita Canyon to Sturtevant Falls. This round trip excursion not addressed on suspects, ages 19, 21, 31, and 33, were taken into custody for of 3.7 miles is a wonderful way to see our beautiful foothills commercial burglary and receiving stolen property. the website, feel up close and personal. Enjoy the lush scenery and a free to e-mail Jonie Thursday, March 31: peaceful connection with nature as you take a break from Tsuji at jonie.tsuji@ 9. About 9:00 a.m., a traffic stop was made at Eighth and the hustle and bustle of your busy life. We will meet at the verizon.net or me at Norman for an expired registration. A 30-year-old female driver Community Center at 8am SHARP on Saturday April 16, [email protected]. was contacted and during a consent search, officers found a baggie board the bus to the trailhead in Sierra Madre and begin of marijuana, a baggie with morphine pills, papers containing (For information the adventure. Bring water, sunscreen and a hat. The cost is on the Arcadia personal information belonging to 25 different individuals, and $15 and includes lunch and transportation. Children must forms containing medical cannabis authorization. The woman community Relay was arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession be accompanied by an adult. event, to be held of marijuana, identity theft, expired registration, and no proof of You can register now, on-line, by mail or in person! To at the Santa Anita insurance. download the registration form, go on-line to the City of Race Track on June 10. A 19-year-old man came to the station around 1:18 p.m. Arcadia’s website: www.ci.arcadia.ca.us or stop by the office, 25-26, visit http:// and advised that he wanted to kill himself and/or hurt others. The 375 Campus Drive. relayforlife.org/ man wanted to voluntarily admit himself into a mental facility for arcadiaca.) psychiatric evaluation, so he was transported by officers to Charter For more information please call 626.574.5113! Oaks. Friday, April 1: 11. Shortly before 5:00 p.m., units were dispatched to JC The Penney regarding a man detained for purchasing items with a fake charge card. The suspect admitted to signing the fraudulent Great card, even though he knew that he was not an authorized user. The 35-year-old Hispanic was taken into custody for commercial burglary, forged access card to defraud, and theft by use of access Egg Race! card information. The race is on!. Hey all you 12. Units responded to the 500 block of Las Tunas around Middle and High School students 9:30 a.m. on the report of a man with a gun lying near a stairwell. Officers found a 49-year-old male Hispanic in a pool of blood and bring your flashlights and baskets it appeared that he had shot himself in the head. Investigation to Eisenhower Park on Friday revealed that he was distraught and killed himself with a stolen April 22 at 8 pm. Come search gun. for eggs in the park in the dark. Prizes range from restaurant gift Saturday, April 2: certificates to amusement park 13. Between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., a residential burglary occurred in the 300 block of Warren. Unknown suspect(s) entered tickets. Parents in attendance will the home by unknown means, pried open a locked bedroom door, have the opportunity to compete and stole a large flatscreen television, credit cards, costume jewelry, with other parents to win prizes and also a jackhammer located in a detached garage. for their teens. So mark your 14. Around 5:15 p.m., loss prevention personnel from Macy’s calendars and don’t be late for advised that they had detained a woman for theft. The suspect took your egg hunt date. merchandise into a fitting room, removed the price tags, concealed the property, and left the store without making payment. A private For more information please person’s arrest was made, and a 63-year-old Caucasian was taken call 626.574.5113! Or go on-line into custody for petty theft with prior conviction. to the City of Arcadia’s website: www.ci.arcadia.ca.us.

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POLICE CHIEF ROGER JOHNSON TO RETIRE DUARTE’S MARY BARROW HONORED AT nd After more than 30 years of faithful service 32 CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT WOMEN OF to Monrovia, Police Chief Roger Johnson will retire on May 1. Chief Johnson has built an DISTINCTION AWARDS impressive legacy and has faced many chal- Mary Barrow of Duarte was lenges during his career with the Monrovia honored for outstanding Police Department. In addition to being a contributions to her community consummate law enforcement professional, by Congresswoman Judy Chu he is also an insightful leader and resource- in a ceremony at the Grace T. ful business manager. These last several years Black Auditorium in El Monte have been some of the most challenging that on April 3. Barrow was one of 13 Monrovia has ever faced. I am glad Chief women in the Congresswoman’s Johnson has been a part of this team; truly, 32nd Congressional District to Monrovia has been the better for it. Congrat- be recognized at the 2nd annual ulations, and thank you, Roger. Women of Distinction Awards. Upon Chief Johnson's retirement, Captain Utilizing her professional Jim Hunt will become Interim Police Chief expertise as a publicist and while we proceed with a recruitment pro- principal of Barrow/Hoffman cess. Captain Hunt, too, is an excellent law Public Relations, Barrow sought enforcement professional, and I have every out opportunities to improve and confidence that he will be able to manage the promote her hometown of Duarte affairs of the Department during the upcom- and community organizations, ing selection process. including The Friends of the Duarte Library. She spearheaded SAN GABRIEL VALLEY’S LARGEST CINCO DE the annual Duarte Festival of Authors, a major cultural event MAYO CELEBRATION HIGHTLIGHTS THE RICH that promotes reading and literature. She was also a founding CULTURE OF MEXICO director of Duarte Public Access Television (DCTV) and currently Congresswoman Judy Chu of the 32nd Congressional -A Colorful Celebration of Music, Culture, and Art - serves as board vice president. District presents a Women of Distinction Award to Mary Monrovia’s Cinco De Mayo Cultural Art and Music Festival will take place on Sunday, She hosts a DCTV program that Barrow of Barrow/Hoffman Public Relations, Duarte, May 1, 2011 at Colorado and Myrtle Ave in charming Old Town Monrovia from 2PM to highlights the accomplishments for her outstanding contributions to her community. 8PM. The all-day celebration will transform the city streets into a festive block party with and interests of Duarte citizens. educational and cultural exhibits, musical performances from Grammy-award winning She was one of the original organizers of Duarte’s annual Salute to Route 66 Parade entertainers. In addition to an array of dance performances from popular Folklorico and and continues to support the event as a volunteer publicist and celebrity/grand marshal coordinator. Oaxacan dance troupes. The event is free and all ages are welcome. Over 5,000 people are expected to attend this inaugural free, family-friendly block party “Her work has helped to uplift the entire community as well as improve the lives of her clients. making it San Gabriel Valley’s largest Cinco de Mayo celebration and the first event in Mary has not only become a model citizen but also a Duarte legend,” said Congresswoman Monrovia’s 125 year’s of existence to pay tribute to Latino heritage. Monrovia will join over Chu. 100 US cities celebrating the rich culture, heritage, and history of Mexico. It was a bittersweet moment for Barrow, whose husband, Ray Somerlott, passed away earlier The event is a community led effort comprised of over a dozen person committee and led in the week. She chose to attend the ceremony to honor the memory of her husband, who by Committee president Rudy Castrellon to pay tribute to the history and contributions worked side-by-side with her for the past 27 years and provided her with support and that the Latino community has made to the City of Monrovia. encouragement in all her civic endeavors. “I invite everyone to Monrovia to be part of history,” says Castrellon President of Monro- It is the second year that Congresswoman Chu has honored distinguished area women. via Cinco De Mayo Committee and local business owner. Other 2011 honorees include Maricela Cueva of Azusa, Beverly Gonzalez of Baldwin Park, Wendy Carrillo of City Terrace, Darby Mangen of Covina, Liliana Garcia of East Los The event kicks off with performances from CaliMex roots quartet Los Fabulocos, and Angeles, Lillian Rey of El Monte, Ruth Gonzales of South El Monte, Elsa Torres of El Sereno, popular Latin Jazz ensemble the Banda Brothers. The fiesta continues at the children’s Lisa Bailey of Irwindale, America Tang of Monterey Park, Lynn C. Chen of Rosemead, and stage where Folklorico and Oaxacan dance troupes will perform into the early evening. Audrey Lynberg of West Covina. Throughout the celebration, attendees can enjoy works from over 75 local artists display- ing a variety of media including: watercolor, oil painting, photography, ceramic, and glass- work. Visitors can also sample popular Mexican fare from a variety of Monrovia restau- Author Talk Series: rants including Rudy’s Mexican Food Restaurant participating in the event. Victor Cass will read from his book Telenovela. The event continues with special performances from the wildly popular Delgado Brothers Victor Cass shares his view that life can be one big soap opera when culture clashes with romance performing their Latin infused blues. The cultural and arts festival will culminate with a and infidelity in Telenovela.The author and artist, who lives in Pasadena, also wrote “Love, Death and very special performance from the Grammy Award winning group The Mariachi Divas, a Other War Stories” in 2005, after serving over 18 years on the Pasadena Police force. unique, multi-cultural, all female mariachi ensemble. The Monrovia Cinco De Mayo Cultural Art and Music Festival is produced by the Monro- Victor worked as an advertising art director in New York City before returning to Pasadena to pursue via Cinco de Mayo Association in partnership with the Nuvein Foundation for Literature a career in law enforcement. His writing has also appeared in Arroyo Monthly Magazine, Mexican and the Arts, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization whose mission is to celebrate the diver- War Journal, Pasadena Weekly, and the Pasadena Star-News. sity that is Monrovia, and to promote an understanding of all peoples and their cultures. Join us for a stimulating and well-rounded discussion. Monrovia’s Cinco De Mayo Cultural and Art Festival is a free, all-ages cultural event, open Registration is encouraged. Stop by the Adult Reference Desk, call 626-256-8274, or visit www.mon- to the public. For more information including a schedule of the event please visit www.mon- roviapubliclibrary.org and click on the calendar icon on the top right of the page. Find DATE, click on rovia5demayo.org. the event and sign up. Walk-ins welcome. Monday May 2 Library Community Room 6:30 until 7:30 p.m. Free Sponsored by Friends of the Monrovia Public Library

Monrovia Police Blotter During the last seven day period, the Police Department handled 438 service events, result- ing in 79 investigations. Following are the last week's highlighted issues and events: FORMATIVE YEARS PROJECT The Monrovia Police Department's classes for the Formative Years Project are scheduled to begin May 5. The Formative Years Project is a program aimed at parents and their children, grades 1 through 3, which introduces important life values and skills to children at an early age. Providing this training when children are young begins the process of building healthy and safe practices that can set the stage for a lifetime of success and healthy living. POLICE BLOG Robbery Suspect Arrested On March 26, an officer went to a residence in the 700 block of Monterey Court in an at- tempt to locate a wanted robbery suspect, but no one answered the door. Approximately one hour later, the suspect came into the Police Department lobby. The officer contacted the female suspect, who admitted to committing two robberies in San Dimas. The suspect was arrested and a detective contacted the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department and arrangements were made for a deputy to take custody of the suspect. Driving Under the Influence / Failure to Obey a Lawful Order - Suspects Arrested On March 27 at 1:42 a.m., officers were at a business in the 300 block of South Myrtle at the request of security to provide assistance while a rowdy group of subjects were being cleared from the premises. One of the officers was trying to stop a vehicle for speeding that was ap- proaching him. The vehicle momentarily stopped as it reached the intersection of Myrtle and Lime, the driver rolled down his window, but then sped away traveling the wrong way on a one way street at a high rate of speed. An area search was conducted and the vehicle was located and stopped at Fifth and Chestnut. The driver was determined to be driving under the influence and was arrested. The three passengers were arrested for being drunk in public. Driving Under the Influence - Suspect Arrested On March 27 at 1:56 a.m., an officer was following a vehicle westbound in the 300 block of East Huntington that was intermittently lane straddling all the way to Magnolia, where the vehicle was stopped. The driver was determined to be driving under the influence. The driver was arrested. He was found to be on felony probation for burglary and had a felony, $250,000 warrant out for his arrest. Driving Under the Influence - Suspect Arrested On March 27 at 3:10 a.m., an officer observed a vehicle heading north on Myrtle under the 210 Freeway. The vehicle swerved, almost striking the curb, and then went through a red light at Central and Myrtle. The officer stopped the driver and through investigation, deter- mined the driver to be under the influence. The driver was arrested.

Mountain Views News 80 W Sierra Madre Blvd. No. 327 Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Office: 626.355.2737 Fax: 626.609.3285 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mtnviewsnews.com 7 MORE NEWS FOR YOU Mountain Views News Saturday, April 9, 2011 PACK STATION HISTORICAL MARKER DEDICATION WATCH OUT FOR SCAM ARTISTS POSING AS ARBORISTS Sacramento – Communities 1. Make sure they are part 7. In the case of tree remov- and homeowners throughout of an established business in the als, have a clear understanding California have experienced community or nearby area, with about who removes the limbs serious damage to trees due to a listing in the phone book, usu- and debris from the property, harsh winter weather and very ally under Tree Service. and whether or not the price in- heavy snow fall. After a storm, it cludes stump removal and clean is common for people claiming 2. Have them provide you up. to be "tree specialists" to show with evidence that they are ac- up at residents’ front doors of- tually working for the company, 8. Check to see if the esti- fering their services to remove rather than moonlighting. mate has considered the pos- or repair damaged trees. Con- sible value your tree will have as tractors seem to come out of 3. Ask for a California logs, firewood or chips, either to the woodwork after a storm Contractor’s License or a Tim- yourself or if sold to others. and are often inexperienced and ber Operator’s License. Includ- not qualified to properly care ing current certificates of insur- "Above all, don't be pressured for trees and their damage fol- ance showing that they are fully into making immediate deci- lowing a storm. They are often insured for property damage, sions by a "tree specialist", do people who are unlicensed to do personal liability, and worker your homework and make sure the work. compensation. they are qualified," warns Thom Porter, staff chief of Resource Unfortunately, many such indi- 4. Ideally, they should be Management for CAL FIRE’s viduals have little or no training, members of a professional asso- Southern Region. "It is impor- and sometimes have little inter- ciation of arborists such as the tant to take the time to select est in removing anything but International Society of Arbori- a qualified tree professional to A special historical marker will be unveiled at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 17, at the last remaining mule money from the pocketbooks of culture (ISA), the Tree Care In- safeguard your trees and to save pack station of its kind in the Angeles National Forest of the San Gabriel Mountains — Adams’ Pack unsuspecting residents. dustry Association (TCIA), or you from the long-term con- Station — as part of 75th anniversary festivities at the station by Deb and Sue Burgess, who are celebrat- the American Society of Con- sequences of using the wrong ing their fifth anniversary as owners. CAL FIRE and the Arbor Day sulting Arborists (ASCA). contractor to clean up after a Adams' Pack Station co-owner Deb Burgess (middle) and manager Richard Conforti accept checks Foundation are urging hom- storm." last year from Arcadia Historical Society's Carol Libby to help save the station from being closed. The Arcadia Historical Society will dedicate the group’s seventh “History Lives Here” marker — eowners not be a victim. "Make 5. Arborists who have re- showcasing vintage and recent photographs and descriptions of the station’s history — at the pack sta- sure you are dealing with a ceived certification from their Many cities require arborists to tion and general store, which sits next to the Chantry Flat picnic and trail head area at the top of Santa reputable individual or tree care professional associations, such be licensed and will maintain Anita Canyon Road. The ceremony will take place between two live music acoustic music performances firm when you contemplate re- as ISA Certified Arborists, will lists of firms and individuals so by John M from 12 noon – 2 p.m., and Cross Town Cowboys from 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. pairs or removal of any trees have received training and ac- registered. Residents can check Everyone is invited to the outdoor program that will include the Arcadia Mayor and other local po- on your property," warns John cess to current technical infor- with their local Forester who litical officials and historians, and residents and visitors of Santa Anita Canyon. The station will once Rosenow, president of The Ar- mation on tree care, repair, and cares for public trees in their again make available pulled pork sandwiches cooked on the spot in a Dutch oven, as are offered on the bor Day Foundation. "Legiti- removal. communities. Sometimes this third Sunday each month spring – fall. mate arborists rarely go door to is a function of the county or A shuttle bus provided by the Arcadia Historical Society will be available to take riders up to the Pack door to solicit business." 6. If possible, get more city's parks department or pub- Station. It will leave at 1 p.m. from the Arcadia Community Center and return about 3 p.m. Passengers will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis. -Courtesy Arcadia’s Best than one estimate to ensure that lic works department. For more Here are eight guidelines to the price offered is competitive information on CAL FIRE's Re- help you find qualified tree-care with that offered by others for source Management Program PASADENA CHIROPRACTOR ADOPTS NEW specialists: the same services. or to reach a State Forester TOOL FOR PAIN RELIEF: PEMF please visit www.fire.ca.gov.

Dr. Michael Budincich, of Budincich Chiropractic, is always looking for ways to help his patients reduce their pain and increase function after injuries or from chronic issues. His newest tool in his office toolbox is the Delta Pulse from Magnus Magnetica. Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy is fondly known to Dr Bud’s patients as the “click click” machine, for the low level, typewriter-like clicking the apparatus makes during use. Budincich says “The unit was the most expensive piece of equipment I have ever purchased with the exception of my X-ray machine. But the results were so impressive and fast, I could not overlook the technology, and wanted to be one of the first 5 doctors in LA to get it. Some of the most dramatic results came just this week, as a woman with three years of constant shoulder pain reported that her pain was totally GONE after four treatment visits,” says Budincich. “I have had great results with chronic and acute severe low back and knee pain, sciatica, and even chronic prostate problems. The machine seems to greatly reduce the pain of fractures, contusions and injuries as well.” Comparing the machine to another widely used therapy treatment, electrical stimulation, Budincich reflects that, “Electric stimulation (also known as “stim”) is better for muscle spasms, neuromuscular reeducation and relaxing muscles. The Delta Pulse is actually a curative technology. It actually increases the polarity of the molecules in the tissue cells and promotes healing of the actual condition and does not just mask pain, In permanent cases, it can mask pain when healing is impossible, but many of my tough cases are being treated and released. This type of therapy has been around since the early 1900’s, with commercially produced, low power PEMF devices entering the marketing around 1975, focusing on the health of bones, muscles, RICH Johnson nerves tendons, etc., reducing pain and cellular and tissue regeneration. In 1979, the FDA accepted PEA SOUP, HEAVEN & MORE PEMF use for increased healing of non-union bone fractures, urinary incontinence and muscle Undoubtedly most of you know the Central California town of Buelton. A hundred stimulation in 1998 and anxiety and depression in 2006. and fifty miles up the 101 freeway past Santa Barbara. Buelton is, of course, home Through its electromagnetic pulses, the benefits of PEMF come through a chemical process that to Pea Soup Andersons, the world renowned purveyor of split pea soup. And until enables “nitric oxide cascades” involved in tissue repair. PEMF has been shown to include direct just recently was my first stop for quality split pea soup with ham. and indirect vasodilatation (increased blood flow at the treatment site), anti-inflammatory and anti thrombotic (blood clot) effects and inhibits smooth muscle hyperplasia and seems to break up I mention this because I recently had what I consider to be the best pea soup adhesions (a syndromatic unusual growth caused by excessive multiplication of cells, often seen as ever. And it is conveniently, right here at the Pasadena/Sierra Madre border. You scar tissue after surgery or injury, that builds on itself). can find it at Fresco’s Restaurant on the Northwest corner of the intersection of Michillinda and Sierra Madre Blvd. In fact, the soup was so good, I told the Budincich’s supplier, Henry Siegel of Magnus Magnetica LLC, with its office in n Carson City, NV, proprietor, Oscar, that I was going to highlight the soup in my column and he better have it available came upon the therapy when a fitness trainer, the woman who would eventually become his wife, for any interested parties. So, he is going to have his cadre of cooks prepare it this Tuesday, April 12th was severely injured in an automobile crash, with herniated discs and a dislocated shoulder. “For serving from lunch on. If you are still hungry after the soup, order up the hot fudge brownie. It takes 18 months, no one was able to help her; she got no relief,” Siegel recollects. At an event, a passerby 20 minutes because they bake the brownie when you order it. who happened to be the developer of the Delta Pulse noticed her injury and suggested PEMF. They brought the equipment to her chiropractor, who set up the treatment as a test. Twenty minutes later Moving on, I have come across a mathematical equation that identifies your personal role model. Do she was pain free, which lasted two days. After a dozen treatments, she was relatively pain free, and the math below to see who your real hero is: uses the PEMF for “maintenance” effect only these days. 1. Pick a number between 1-9 “We’ve had amazing stories from the equine community at Santa Anita Racetrack. We have seven 2. Multiply by 3 units there.” Siegel continued. “The horse trainers and owners love this technology, and it really 3. Add 3 provides a true reading of the therapy’s effectiveness. The horses run better, with less pain. It’s drug 4. Again, multiply by 3 free and noninvasive.” 5. You will get a 2 or 3 digit number 6. Add the digits together Dr. Jon Postajian, an associate chiropractor at Budincich Chiropractic, logs the patient responses to PEMF treatment by the Delta Pulse to keep careful track of the therapy. “Everyone has had a With that answer, look at the number below that corresponds to your answer and you will find out positive reaction to the treatment,” he says, “with enthusiastic comments about the pain reduction, who your role model is. It’s uncannily accurate. like ‘My pain went from a 10 to a 6 in one day;” and ‘The pain goes away for almost all day;” and “It feels good and feels like the pain is gone.” 1. Albert Einstein “Every patient’s response has been really encouraging,” says Budincich. “Patients line up for the 2. Oprah Winfrey machine and ask for it.” My goal is to offer my patients the best hope for a complete recovery. Delta 3. Ronald Reagan Pulse is a great additional tool that my patients are asking for regularly now.” 4. Bill Clinton 5. Bill Gates Dr. Michael Budincich practices at 140 N. Hill, just a block north of Pasadena Community College, in 6. Mahatma Gandhi Pasadena. For more information, visit www.DrBud.com or call 626-792-3390. 7. Barack Obama 8. Babe Ruth 9. Rich Johnson 10. John F. Kennedy And finally, I heard from several dogs regarding my column last week. The most vocal canine was the self-proclaimed King of Sierra Madre, Sparky Ogden. He is also known as Sir Barksalot having been christened that name by the Sierra Madre Sergeant at Arms, Ron. Sparky identified several “pet” peeves dogs have about humans. 1. Blaming your farts on me….not funny. 2. Yelling at me for barking? I am a f-r-i-g-g-i-n’ dog. 3. Take me out for a walk, then getting mad when I check stuff out? Exactly whose walk is this anyway? 4. Any trick that involves balancing food on my nose. Stop it. 5. Any haircut that involves bows or ribbons. And you wonder why we chew your stuff up when you’re not at home. 6. That little slight of hand, fake throw. You fooled a dog. Big wow. 7. Taking me to the vet for the “big snip” and then acting surprised when I freak out every time we go back! 8. Getting upset when I sniff the crotch of each of your guests. Sorry, but I haven’t mastered the handshake yet. 9. Dog Sweaters? Hello? Haven’t you noticed the fur? 10. How disgusted you look when I lick myself. Come on, we know the truth. You are just jealous.

Sparky concluded his email by telling us to sit up and take notice of these peeves. In closing he said, “We both know who the boss is here. After all, you don’t see me picking upyour poop, do you?”

Mountain Views News 80 W Sierra Madre Blvd. No. 327 Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Office: 626.355.2737 Fax: 626.609.3285 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mtnviewsnews.com 8 Mountain Views News Saturday, April 9, 2011 EDUCATION & YOUTH Sierra Madre School Students Stand Out At Math Field Day SCHOOL DIRECTORY The Pasadena Unified School District held a a dis- Alverno High School trict-wide competition for 200 N. Michillinda Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 students in grades 4-9. In (626) 355-3463 Head of School: Ann M. Gillick E-mail address: [email protected] the annual contest, school Arcadia High School teams solve math and al- 180 Campus Drive Arcadia, CA 91007 gebra problems in a test of Phone: (626) 821-8370, Principal: David L. Vannasdall their analytical and compu- Arroyo Pacific Academy 41 W. Santa Clara St. Arcadia, Ca, tation skills. (626) 294-0661 Principal: Phil Clarke School teams were hon- E-mail address: [email protected] ored with gold, silver and Barnhart School 240 W. Colorado Blvd Arcadia, Ca. 91007 bronze medals at an awards (626) 446-5588 Head of School: Joanne Testa Cross ceremony. Kindergarten - 8th grade The event took place at website: www.barnhartschool.com Eliot Middle School on Sat- Bethany Christian School 93 N. Baldwin Ave. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 urday, March 26th. A total (626) 355-3527 Principal: James Lugenbuehl of 29 schools participated E-mail address: [email protected] and Sierra Madre School Carden of the Foothills School 429 Wildrose Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016 626/358-9414 Students won almost a third 626/358-5164 fax [email protected] of the competitions, bring- The Gooden School ing home a total of 47 gold, Shown above, Sierra Madre 6th Grade Students on Team A who won the Gold Medalist in 192 N. Baldwin Ave. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 the Overall Category: Axel Tanner, Madeline Sandfrey, Katie Stapenhorst, and Amy (626) 355-2410 Head of School: Patty Patano bronze of silver meadals. Prochaska Photo by Marlena Tanner website: www.goodenschool.org High Point Academy ALVERNO SENIOR EARNS ARCHIOCESE CHRISTIAN SERVICE AWARD 1720 Kinneloa Canyon Road Alverno High School senior Pasadena, Ca. 91107 626-798-8989 Regina Cabrera has received website: www.highpointacademy.org the Archdiocese of Los Angeles LaSalle High School Christian Service Award at the 3880 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Pasadena, Ca. Cathedral of Our Lady of the (626) 351-8951 Angels. website: www.lasallehs.org In one of his first acts as Archbishop, Monrovia High School Jose H. Gomez presented awards 325 East Huntington Drive, Monrovia, CA 91016 to students from throughout the (626) 471-2000, Archdiocese of Los Angeles for Email: [email protected] community and parish service Norma Coombs Alternative School throughout their high school 2600 Paloma St. Pasadena, Ca. 91107 careers. (626) 798-0759 Principal: Dr. Vanessa Watkins Last year, Alverno students gave E-mail address: [email protected] more than 17,000 hours of service Odyssey Charter School to their community. In her school 725 W. Altadena Dr. Altadena, Ca. 91001 government position as Secretary (626) 229-0993 Head of School: Lauren O’Neill of Campus Ministry, Regina has website: www.odysseycharterschool.org been an involved student leader, training girls as retreat leaders, Pasadena High School organizing retreats for Alverno 2925 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Pasadena, Ca. students as well as 8th graders, (626) 798-8901 Principal: Dr. Derick Evans planning prayer services, masses, website: www.pasadenahigh.org and other religious events. “Regina Pasadena Unified School District is an inspiration,” says Alverno 351 S. Hudson Ave. Pasadena, Ca. 91109 Campus Minister Susana Capra. (626) 795-6981 website: [email protected] “She is such a positive, giving and St. Rita Catholic School serene young woman, and she adds 322 N. Baldwin Ave. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 a sense of grace to everything she (626) 355-9028 website: www.st-rita.org does. There is not a day when Regina is without a smile, her cheerfulness is empowering. As the representative for Campus Ministry she ambitiously leads the students with respect and kindness. Regina is an incredible example to our students and has put endless hours into Sierra Madre Elementary School Alverno’s Campus Ministry program and community service. She is incredibly deserving of this award and we are lucky to call her an 141 W. Highland Ave, Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Alverno student. ” (626) 355-1428 Principal: Gayle Bluemel E-mail address:[email protected] A talented soccer player, Regina says her most satisfying volunteer experience has been with KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now) an organization which provides one-on-one recreational opportunities for children with physical and developmental disabilities. “It touches Sierra Madre Middle School my heart,” she says. There she has been playing soccer with an autistic boy and finds the experience both fun and rewarding. 160 N. Canon Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 (626) 836-2947 Principal: Gayle Bluemel “The Alverno mission is to empower each young woman to be exactly the person she wants to be,” says Ann Gillick, Alverno Head of Contact person: Garrett Newsom, Asst. Principal School. “For her positive, giving spirit, Regina is a role model to us all.” E-mail address: [email protected] Walden School 74 S San Gabriel Blvd PUSD NEWSFLASH Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 792-6166 Applications due April 15! The PUSD Board of Educa- www.waldenschool.net Weizmann Day School tion invites applications for the nine-member Charter 1434 N. Altadena Dr. Pasadena, Ca. 91107 Amendment Task Force that will study changing the (626) 797-0204 selection method for Members of the Board of Edu- Lisa Feldman: Head of School Looking Into The Life Of A Teenager cation from the current at-large method of election Wilson Middle School By Meaghan Allen to district-based elections. Task Force applications 300 S. Madre St. Pasadena, Ca. 91107 are due on April 15. Information and applications are (626) 449-7390 Principal: Ruth Esseln available at www.pusd.us. E-mail address: [email protected] Pasadena Unified School District • PUSD schools will be closed next week (Monday, 351 S. Hudson Ave., Pasadena, Ca. 91109 TRADITION! April 11-Friday, April 15) for the annual Spring recess. (626) 795-6981 Website: [email protected] As I wrote about a few weeks ago in my “Taking Chances” District offices will remain open. column, I am in my school’s production of the musical, Fiddler on the Roof. Along with this experience being an eye PUSD announced the departure of Vanessa Watkins, opener to the reality that taking chances has a large impact principal of Norma Coombs Alternative School, who on someone’s life, I have also learned a little bit on the origin will return to her home state of Georgia where she has of tradition. In the play, tradition centers around large been appointed principal of a middle school. Dr. Wat- events in life: marrying someone in the faith, not leaving the kins has served as principal of Norma Coombs since town you were born in, religion, etc; but because of the play I have also learned more about how simple traditions start. 2005. For example, since rehearsals have begun, a few of my cast mates and I go to Roscoe’s House of Chicken and Waffles to PUSD’s Parent and Community Welcome Center pre- get a bite to eat, going over everything that occurred in the sented “Middle School Transition,” an interactive semi- last few days and any new gossip. This tradition has slowly nar for families with information about what to ex- become engrained into our weekly routine and if we skip pect in middle school, how to support children during our meal, we feel as though the week is incomplete. the middle school years, and how the role of the parent Tradition in the dictionary means continuing cultural changes during these years. The seminar will also be of- practices, and Roscoe’s has become a cultural practice for fered on May 10 at 9:00 a.m. at Eliot Middle School, and us – the perfect way to finish a long week of schoolwork on May 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Blair. For more information, and rehearsal. This realization has caused me to look closer call the Welcome Center at (626) 396-3600, ext. 88340 at some of my family traditions, like opening one present on Christmas Eve or having squash at Thanksgiving. If for some reason my family and I stopped practicing these little traditions, something about the holiday would seem amiss. Tradition is a great thing because it gives you something to look forward to, but don’t let it control the memories and good times that you will have. Tevye in Fiddler lets his tradition control his decisions in the end, and he ultimately bans one of his daughters from the family. Despite the extremes, I say “To life and to tradition!” MID-VALLEY ARTS LEAGUE 58TH ANNUAL MEMBERS SHOW Over 100 Paintings will be art created in various medi- Road, Arcadia, at 7:30pm. on display at Frostig Cen- ums such as, oil, watercolor, For more information visit, ter, in Pasadena On Dis- acrylic and pastels. www.midvalleyartsleague.org. play April 17-23, 2011 The public is invited to attend a free reception beginning at About the Frostig Center: Mid-Valley Arts League 2:00pm as well as an awards (MVAL) will showcase their presentation at 3:00pm, Sun- The Center’s mission is to 58th Annual Membership day, April 17. This will be a enhance the opportunities of Show at the Frostig Center & great opportunity to meet children with learning dis- School, 971 North Altadena the artists. abilities and related learn- Drive, Pasadena, April 17-23. ing problems (including MVAL has been part of the dyslexia, non-verbal learn- The exhibition will feature artist community since 1953. ing disabilities, ADHD, and over 100 paintings represent- The public is invited to attend Aspergers) to develop their ing the artwork of over 50 their monthly meetings the potential and increase their accomplished artists. On dis- 3rd Wednesday of the month ability to become contribut- play will be landscapes, still at the Church of the Good ing and stable members of lifes, portraits and abstract Shepherd, 400 West Duarte society. Mountain Views News 80 W Sierra Madre Blvd. No. 327 Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Office: 626.355.2737 Fax: 626.609.3285 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mtnviewsnews.com 9 GOOD FOOD & DRINK Mountain Views News Saturday, April 9, 2011 CAFE 140 SOUTH WHAT SHOULD WE BELIEVE.Coffee, Chocolate, or Brocolli? by Rev. James L. Snyder There is an old adage if it ain’t broke why fix it? So I was in a curious mood and not to mention hun- gry this past week. So I called my friend Gregg Smith and invited him out to lunch, oddly enough I Have you ever had serious sec- With these two things in mind, I have begun to rethink certain invited him to one of his own restaurants, Café 140 South, you remember this as the Crocodile Café, ond thoughts about something? I have had some cause to re- things in life. One has to do with a very reliable go-to restaurant for thousands of Of course, I usually have severe think my position on broccoli. the functional aspect of wear- Diners through out the years. Gregg, agreed to meet me for lunch, we picked a spot on the street trouble with establishing first My reasoning goes something ing suspenders. One unfortunate side patio, al fresco it’s called, so after the how are you’s and other pleasantries, as any good reporter thoughts. But once I have fin- like this. For years, people have episode in the public mall was I asked Gregg, so why the change? Gregg, answered without blinking, “we wanted to reward our cus- ished a serious thought I like been telling us that coffee and enough for me. tomers with an updated and better choice of entrees”, better choice? Gregg replied expanded choices, put it behind me and go on with chocolate is bad for your health. And the other has to do with including smaller plates, expanded wine list and a cleaner look. We are offering a wine by the glass life. Then, somebody discovers that broccoli. Maybe, just maybe, I program that will rival anyone in the area. I glanced at the sign and sure enough Opus One for $18 For example. For years, people these two things benefit our have been too harsh concerning for a glass, Gregg made sure that I was aware that where else can you get that Opus One by the glass have been telling me how harm- health. what some people call a wonder- for that price, ok, but what about the menu. I literally have grown up eating pizza from the Croco- ful drinking coffee is. Some- Now, for years, starting with ful vegetable. Maybe, if I give it dile and the OOOHHH sooo good Oakwood grilled cheeseburger ($10.95) is a staple in many local thing to do, so they tell me, my dear old mother, people some further thought, I might businessmen’s weekly lunch visit. Gregg assured me that the best of the original Crocodile menu with being addicted to caffeine. have been extolling the virtues discover that broccoli is not half was still in place, but his bother and partner Bob and him wanted to improve on already successful Then, if I cannot give up coffee, of broccoli. I cannot tell how as bad as I thought it was. formula, the handcrafted pizzas ($12.50 range) have been best sellers for years, butmaybe just maybe I am to limit the number of cups many lectures I have heard ex- It just could be that all these of coffee I drink per day. plaining to me how wonderful years those people bragging on TABLE FOR TWO by Peter Dills we can improve on the dough, so I ordered the Margherita pizza and was indeed blown away by This has always caused me great and beneficial broccoli is for the marvelous benefits of broccoli the flavor and true to his word the dough made the concern because I can never re- human consumption. I cannot were right. difference, I even ate the crust. My host pointed out that the Vine ripened tomatoes were just cut member how many cups of cof- remember the number of vita- Just as I was polishing up this minutes ago. fee I have had in any given day. I mins and minerals allegedly as- second thought about broccoli to suppose I could keep a tally and sociated with this vegetable. present it to my wife, I saw a news- Ah but just one great pizza won’t sway this reporters pen, so it mark down every cup I drink. When I was a young lad in was my turn to order, our server Jasmine came by and with out paper article that said, "Tainted This in itself poses a serious short pants, I took one look at broccoli spurs big recall in West." looking down at her notes once rattled off seven or eight specials. problem for me. broccoli and determined it was Wow, now that’s impressive, I have to repeat to myself ten times I knew it! I knew that broc- When I am in a restaurant and not for me at all. Even I, at that coli; in whatever form you want to my own addres at times. At the top of the menu are Artichokes point, understood the mali- ($4.95), these to like the burgers are oakwood grilled I know a drinking coffee and my cup is cook it, is tainted. half-empty and the waitress tops ciousness of what some people thing or two about Artichokes and they looked the part of being called a vegetable. Second thoughts can certainly grilled and were fantastic, I cheated just a bit and cut right into off my coffee, is that considered be dangerous. I took this second the sweet spot, hey but more food was on the way. Up next the one or two cups of coffee? "Eat all your vegetables and thought about broccoli, threw it Thai Salad ($13.50) easily enough for two and Gregg said Bravo What about my coffee mug at then you can have your dessert." away and enthusiastically em- Peter that is our Number 1 seller. Plenty of chicken and just the home? Does it hold one or two Which, to my mind, was second braced my first thought and now right amount of thaidressing. I felt the stomach starting to raise cups of coffee? only to waterboarding. In fact, broccoli is history with me. the white flag so I ordered the entrée quickly. It would be a new- By the time I have had my I think there was a period in my life when I would have pre- The Bible warns us to be care- comber to the menu Stout Braised Short Rib ($16.95) the stout thoughts thoroughly stirred ful about what we think. "Finally, here is Samuel Smith beer and another winner. Somehow after about the consumption of caf- ferred the waterboarding. "It's good for you," people kept brethren, whatsoever things are all this we shared a butter scotch pudding ($6.95), that didn’t last feine I read a health report in- true, whatsoever things are hon- too long. Something for everyone here at the “updated” Café 140 forming us that caffeine helps telling me. What I want to know is how can something that looks est, whatsoever things are just, South, yes there are veggie dishes, plus salads, pastas, pizzas and prevent heart attack. whatsoever things are pure, what- the expanded Wine list. Tell me what you think? Thechefknows@ like a miniature tree-wanna-be be If that is true, and I have no rea- good for a person? soever things are lovely, whatso- yahoo.com son not to believe it, there will ever things are of good report; if The first and last broccoli I Fast Facts: Full Bar, valet parking at Smitty’s lunch and dinner. be no heart attacks in my family there be any virtue, and if there be for the next ten generations. have ever eaten took me three any praise, think on these things" Patio dining, wines by the glass or bottle. days to chew. Then, I had to brush All that guilt I felt for years (Philippians 4:8 KJV). Café 140 South. Same address (626) 449-9900 please check out their website www.140south.com for my teeth for a week to get it all out about drinking too much cof- from between my teeth. With that said, I think I have hours and updates. fee has really been for nothing. more important things to think Therefore, in a show of good Now that I have become older, about than broccoli. faith, I plan to drink as much coffee as I jolly well please. Then there was the epi- sode about chocolate. Ac- cording to those people who hate other people en- joying themselves, choco- Open Private Space late is supposed to be bad for you. Or so they opined. Tues - Sat Available For years, I have been 11am - 4pm for Bridal & secretly eating choco- late behind the back of Sundays Baby Showers, the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage. She is one open for Birthdays who takes these warnings groups and rather seriously. Rather, I should say, she takes of 20 Special them out on me. For years or more Occasions chocolate was a forbidden substance in our otherwise merry domicile. Then I read a report re- Happy Easter vealing the health ben- efits associated with eating Celebrate Easter in the perfect cup of tea. chocolate. No wonder I am such a healthy rascal these 75 N. Baldwin Ave., Sierra Madre, CA 91024 | RSVP (626) 355-0045 days. The only exercise I have had for years is ex- ercising caution in smug- gling chocolate into our house. The good news is, choco- late is good for your health along with a steaming hot cup of coffee. I do not know what I enjoy more in life.

Mountain Views News 80 W Sierra Madre Blvd. No. 327 Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Office: 626.355.2737 Fax: 626.609.3285 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mtnviewsnews.com 10 Mountain Views News Saturday, April 9, 2011 PLACES YOU SHOULD GO Alverno Presents Razzle Tellez, Alessia Paciulli, Liza Pattison, Alora Barrera, Michael Wheelock, Tira Dazzle Production of Murray-Hopkins, Hana Lemseffer, Haylee Ladesich, Tracey Janzen, CHICAGO Amanda Parlee, Alisa Unell, Aric Ponce, Instant celebrity, shady lawyers, Lindsay Fisher, Ryan Bautista, Mandie a gunshot, a trial, and all that jazz. Lira, Lauren Moore-Sanchez, Mikaela Prohibition-era Chicago came to life in McCarthy, Brett Richey, Liliana Jacobs, all its seedy glamour in Alverno High Victor Lapaz, and Kevin Mendizabal School’s production of Chicago at the rounded out the strong ensemble cast. Duarte Performing Arts Center. The John Kander and Fred Ebb Music director Lisa Edwards lead a jazzy vaudeville-style musical is based on two combo that fit the score’s razz-ma-taz like headline-grabbing murders of the early a silk stocking. Alverno senior Karisha 1920’s. “All you have to do it turn on the Quioque choreographed the talented television or open the paper to see that dancers with verve and style. Fellow the themes of Chicago are still relevant,” senior Maryanne Householder designed commented director Cynthia Cales. “The the set and served as stage manager, with appetite for sensational news is just as help from lights manager Clara Caraveo. strong today if not stronger.” Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, Alverno High School is the independent, the two bad girls battling to see whose Catholic college-prep high school for murder trial would get the most press girls in Sierra Madre. Its college-prep coverage, were played by Annela Flores curriculum and emphasis on leadership and Monauar Lutfi. Also in the large attracts students from public and private schools throughout the San Gabriel and talented case were Matt De La Peza th as the sleazy attorney Billy Flynn and Valley. The school is celebrating the 50 Jessica Hamilton as jail matron Mama. anniversary of preparing young women Reagan Dowd, Ashley Lopez, Nicole for the future with a series of events during the 2010-2011 school year. ALVERNO RAZZLE DAZZLE Photo by Belle n Beau

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Mountain Views News 80 W Sierra Madre Blvd. No. 327 Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Office: 626.355.2737 Fax: 626.609.3285 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mtnviewsnews.com ARTS & ENTERTAIMENT 11 Mountain Views News Saturday, April 9, 2011 SEAN’S SHAMELESS REVIEWS: SOURCE CODE Hurray! some light about the experiment. He notifies Hurray! After Captain Stevens that the Source Code is merely coming off a simulation and that he cannot alter the past. a few less- Stevens strongly believes he can and his motives than-stellar for trying to become apparent, as he grows fondly outings, Jake attached to Christina. However, Rutledge makes Gy l l e n ha a l it painfully clear that he has one mission and Sean Kayden is back in one mission only. So Stevens is then transported the game with back on to the train over and over again until he an irrefutable winning effort in “Source Code”. discovers the culprit behind the terrorist attack. 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We desperately need more movies like this and less “Source Code” sequels, remakes, and comic book adaptations. I really have to tip my hat to the independent Release Date: 04/01/2011 studio Summit Entertainment for taking a Directed by: Duncan Jones chance with a fresh and invigorating concept Screenplay by: Ben Ripley from an anonymous screenwriter and a director Rated: PG-13* with only one film under his belt. *for some violence including disturbing images, and for language. “Source Code” grabs you right from the start. Jake Gyllenhaal portrays Captain Colter Stevens, a decorated pilot who awakens in the Provided with a quartet of strong performances body of a man called Sean Fentress inside a from Gyllenhaal, Monaghan, Farmiga and train in Chicago. While on the train, he meets Wright, a dynamic screenplay and faultless a woman named Christina (characterized by direction, “Source Code” is easily thus far my the captivating Michelle Monaghan). However, favorite movie of 2011. 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The registrant(s) has (have) LUIS‘ SCRAP METAL, 1217 GABRIEL GARCIA to above was filed on 04/20/10, in the county of Los or common law (See section 14411 et seq. Business (are) FRANCISCO DIEGO ANTONIO, 5408 S. CONSTRUCTION CO., 1509 W. OLYMPIC BLVD., commenced to transact business under the fictitious MARQUEZ #C, L.A.,. CA 90033. Full name of Angeles. The original file number of 20100535243. and Professions Code)Publish: Mountain Views News BROADWAY, L.A., CA 90037. This Business MONTEBELLO, CA 90640. Full name of registrant(s) isbusiness name or names listed above on 03/10/11. registrant(s) is (are) LUIS ALBERTO GALEAS, 1217 The business was conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Dates Pub: March 26, April 02, 09, 16, 2011 is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Signed: (are) ROBERT FUNG, ANNA FUNG, 600 N. 18th ST., NOTICE- This Fictitious Name Statement expires five GABRIEL GARCIA MARQUEZ #C, L.A., CA 90033. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los FRANCISCO DIEGO ANTONIO. This statement was MONTEBELLO, CA 90640. This Business is conducted years from the date it was filed in the office of the County This Business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Angeles on 03/31/2011. The business information in FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on by: HUSBAND and WIFE. Signed: ROBERT FUNG.Clerk. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must Signed: LUIS A. GALEAS. This statement was filed this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who File No. 11-0443936 03/14/11. The registrant(s) has (have) commenced to This statement was filed with the County Clerk beof Los filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on declares as true information which he or she knows The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: transact business under the fictitious business name Angeles County on 03/04/11. The registrant(s) has (have)not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious 03/29/11. The registrant(s) has (have) commenced to to be false, is guilty of a crime.) SIGNED: MARY L. S.G.V. HANDYMAN SERVICES, 80 W. SIERRA or names listed above on 03/07/11. NOTICE- This commenced to transact business under the fictitiousBusiness Name in violation of the rights of another under transact business under the fictitious business name HOR/OWNER. MADRE BLVD., SIERRA MADRE, CA 91024. Fictitious Name Statement expires five years from the business name or names listed above on 12/02/04.Federal, State, or common law (See section 14411 et seq. or names listed above on 01/01/2010. NOTICE- This Publish: Mountain Views News Full name of registrant(s) is (are) SCOTT MONROE date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A NOTICE- This Fictitious Name Statement expires fiveBusiness and Professions Code)Publish: Mountain Views Fictitious Name Statement expires five years from the Dates Pub: April 02, 09, 16, 23, 2011 SMITH, 80 W. SIERRA MADRE BLVD., SIERRA new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed years from the date it was filed in the office of the CountyNews date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A MADRE, CA 91024. This Business is conducted prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not Clerk. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement mustDates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Signed: SCOTT MONROE of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT SMITH. This statement was filed with the County Business Name in violation of the rights of another not of itself authorize the use in this state of a FictitiousFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious File No. 11-0422968 Clerk of Los Angeles County on 03/24/11. The under Federal, State, or common law (See section Business Name in violation of the rights of another under File No. 11-0363241 Business Name in violation of the rights of another The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 123 registrant(s) has (have) commenced to transact 14411 et seq. Business and Professions Code)Publish: Federal, State, or common law (See section 14411 et seq.The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: under Federal, State, or common law (See section BRAZILVISA.COM BEST SERVICE; SHARING business under the fictitious business name or names Mountain Views News Business and Professions Code)Publish: Mountain Views WESTERN SHIPPING ZAYAS, 11490 WHRIGHT RD. 14411 et seq. Business and Professions Code)Publish: INVESTMENT COMMUNITY, 8484 WILSHIRE listed above on N/A. NOTICE- This Fictitious Name Dates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 News #A, LYNWOOD, CA 90262. Full name of registrant(s) Mountain Views News BLVD. STE 220, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211. Full Statement expires five years from the date it was filed Dates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 is (are) GABRIEL ZAYAS, 3411 TWEEDY BL. #D, Dates Pub: April 02, 09, 16, 23, 2011 name of registrant(s) is (are) ANTHONY ROGERS, in the office of the County Clerk. A new Fictitious FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT SOUTH GATE, CA 90280. This Business is conducted 1961 ARGYLE AVE. #9, HOLLYWOOD, CA 90068. Business Name Statement must be filed prior to File No. 11-0395318 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Signed: GABRIEL ZAYAS. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT This Business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. that date. The filing of this statement does not of The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: File No. 11-0341347 This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los File No. 11-0464777 Signed: ANTHONY ROGERS. This statement was itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious HOME CENTRE ESCROW, 19344 STEFANI AVE., The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:Angeles County on 03/09/11. The registrant(s) has (have) The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County Business Name in violation of the rights of another CERRITOS, CA 90703. Full name of registrant(s) is CYNTHIA WIRELESS GIFT SHOP, 1001 E. PACIFIC commenced to transact business under the fictitious N&N SOIREE, 631 E. HARVARD RD., BURBANK, on 03/21/11. The registrant(s) has (have) commenced under Federal, State, or common law (See section (are) HOME CENTRE REAL ESTATE/MORTGAGE, COAST HWY. #123, LONG BEACH, CA 90806. Full business name or names listed above on N/A. NOTICE- CA 91501. Full name of registrant(s) is (are) NOEMI to transact business under the fictitious business name 14411 et seq. Business and Professions Code)Publish: INC., 19344 STEFANI AVE., CERRITOS, CA 90703. name of registrant(s) is (are) CYNTHIA MEAS, 11922 This Fictitious Name Statement expires five years from B. RAMIREZ, TATIANA M. NICOLA, 631 E. or names listed above on JULY 2006. NOTICE- This Mountain Views News This Business is conducted by: A CORPORATION. 206th ST., LAKEWOOD, CA 90715. This Business is the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A HARVARD RD., BURBANK, CA 91501, IRIS Fictitious Name Statement expires five years from the Dates Pub: March 26, April 02, 09, 16, 2011 Signed: DUANE E. WHITE. This statement was conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Signed: CYNTHIAnew Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed IVONNE INTERIANO, 11101 S. TRURO AVE., date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County MEAS. This statement was filed with the County Clerkprior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of INGLEWOOD, CA 90304, AMBER P. MUNOZ, new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT on 03/15/11. The registrant(s) has (have) commenced of Los Angeles County on 03/04/11. The registrant(s)itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business 6649 WILKINSON AVE. #102, N. HOLLYWOOD, prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not File No. 11-0437473 to transact business under the fictitious business name has (have) commenced to transact business under the Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, CA 91606, JOEL NARVAEZ, 6649 WILKINSON of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious The following person(s) is (are) doing business or names listed above on 10/08/2003. NOTICE- This fictitious business name or names listed above onState, N/A. or common law (See section 14411 et seq. Business AVE., N. HOLLYWOOD, CA 91606. This Business Business Name in violation of the rights of another as: STOSERVICES, 14829 E. FLANNER ST., LA Fictitious Name Statement expires five years from the NOTICE- This Fictitious Name Statement expires fiveand Professions Code)Publish: Mountain Views News is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. under Federal, State, or common law (See section PUENTE, CA 91744. Full name of registrant(s) date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A years from the date it was filed in the office of the CountyDates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 Signed: NOEMI B. RAMIREZ. This statement was 14411 et seq. Business and Professions Code)Publish: is (are) J. SANTOS VILLARREAL, 14829 E. new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed Clerk. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County Mountain Views News FLANNER ST., LA PUENTE, CA 91744. This prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does on 03/29/11. The registrant(s) has (have) commenced Dates Pub: March 26, April 02, 09, 16, 2011 Business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Signed: of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious to transact business under the fictitious business J. SANTOS VILLARREAL. This statement was filed Business Name in violation of the rights of another Business Name in violation of the rights of another under NOTICE OF PETITION TO name or names listed above on N/A. NOTICE- This FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on under Federal, State, or common law (See section Federal, State, or common law (See section 14411 et seq. ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MARY Fictitious Name Statement expires five years from the File No. 11-0430917 03/23/11. The registrant(s) has (have) commenced to 14411 et seq. Business and Professions Code)Publish: Business and Professions Code)Publish: Mountain Views date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: transact business under the fictitious business name or Mountain Views News News KATE CISLO aka MARY KATE new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed ANY EXCUSE 4 A PARTY, 12210 S. MENLO AVE., names listed above on N/A. NOTICE- This Fictitious Dates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 Dates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 WELLINGER prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not L.A.., CA 90044. Full name of registrant(s) is (are) Name Statement expires five years from the date it of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious YVONNE R. JONES, 12210 S. MENLO AVE., was filed in the office of the County Clerk. Anew FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Case No. GP015879 Business Name in violation of the rights of another L.A., CA 90044. This Business is conducted by: Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed File No. 11-0393807 File No. 11-0360823 To all heirs, beneficiaries, under Federal, State, or common law (See section AN INDIVIDUAL. Signed: YVONNE R. JONES. prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not The following person(s) is (are) doing business The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DS creditors, contingent creditors, and persons 14411 et seq. Business and Professions Code)Publish: This statement was filed with the County Clerk of of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious as: MAGGIE’S BEAUTY AND GIFT SUPPLIES FABWORKS UNLIMITED; DS PERFORMANCE, Mountain Views News Los Angeles County on 03/22/11. The registrant(s) Business Name in violation of the rights of another AND FLOWER SHOP, 608 59th ST., L.A., CA 9040 BROCK AVE., DOWNEY, CA 90240. Full name of who may otherwise be interested in the will Dates Pub: April 02, 09, 16, 23, 2011 has (have) commenced to transact business under under Federal, State, or common law (See section 90001. Full name of registrant(s) is (are) OLIVIA registrant(s) is (are) DARREN JAMES SEFTON, 9040 or estate, or both, of MARY KATE CISLO the fictitious business name or names listed above 14411 et seq. Business and Professions Code)Publish: XOCHITECATL, 5513 S. SAN PEDRO ST., L.A., BROCK AVE., DOWNEY, CA 90240. This Business is aka MARY KATE WELLINGER FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT on N/A. NOTICE- This Fictitious Name Statement Mountain Views News CA 90011. This Business is conducted by: AN conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Signed: DARREN File No. 11-0474854 expires five years from the date it was filed inthe Dates Pub: March 26, April 02, 09, 16, 2011 INDIVIDUAL. Signed: OLIVIA XOCHITECATL. SEFTON. This statement was filed with the County Clerk A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: office of the County Clerk. A new Fictitious Business This statement was filed with the County Clerk of of Los Angeles County on 03/09/11. The registrant(s) filed by Mark Cislo in the Superior Court of ONE STOP DAIRY, 12407 S. WILMINGTON AVE., Name Statement must be filed prior to that date. The FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Los Angeles County on 03/15/11. The registrant(s) has (have) commenced to transact business under the California, County of LOS ANGELES. COMPTON, CA 90222. Full name of registrant(s) filing of this statement does not of itself authorize File No. 11-0444740 has (have) commenced to transact business under fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. is (are) TALA DAIRY, INC., 1865 E. 97th ST., the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: the fictitious business name or names listed above NOTICE- This Fictitious Name Statement expires five THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests L.A., CA 90002. This Business is conducted by: violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, TEKJIVE CONSULTING SERVICES, 1836 SAN on N/A. NOTICE- This Fictitious Name Statement years from the date it was filed in the office of the County that Mark Cislo be appointed as personal A CORPORATION. Signed: IBRAHIN ZAYED. or common law (See section 14411 et seq. Business BERNARDINO AVE., POMONA, CA 91767. expires five years from the date it was filed inthe Clerk. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must representative to administer the estate of the This statement was filed with the County Clerk of and Professions Code)Publish: Mountain Views News Full name of registrant(s) is (are) JOSE RAUL office of the County Clerk. A new Fictitious Business be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does decedent. Los Angeles County on 03/30/11. The registrant(s) Dates Pub: March 26, April 02, 09, 16, 2011 RODRIGUEZ, 1836 SAN BERNARDINO AVE., Name Statement must be filed prior to that date. The not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious has (have) commenced to transact business under POMONA, CA 91767. This Business is conducted filing of this statement does not of itself authorize Business Name in violation of the rights of another under THE PETITION requests authority to the fictitious business name or names listed above FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Signed: JOSE RAUL the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in Federal, State, or common law (See section 14411 et seq. administer the estate under the Independent on 03/01/2011. NOTICE- This Fictitious Name File No. 11-0429311 RODRIGUEZ. This statement was filed with the violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, Business and Professions Code)Publish: Mountain Views Administration of Estates Act. (This authority Statement expires five years from the date it was filed The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 03/24/11. or common law (See section 14411 et seq. Business News will allow the personal representative in the office of the County Clerk. A new Fictitious CULINARY JUNKIES; ALL-AMERICAN REAL The registrant(s) has (have) commenced to transact and Professions Code)Publish: Mountain Views News Dates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 Business Name Statement must be filed prior to ESTATE ADVISORS, 1510 S. HAYWORTH AVE., business under the fictitious business name or names Dates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 to take many actions without obtaining that date. The filing of this statement does not of L.A., CA 90035. Full name of registrant(s) is (are) listed above on 09/01/10. NOTICE- This Fictitious FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT court approval. Before taking certain very itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious ALL-AMERICAN VENTURES, LLC, 1510 S. Name Statement expires five years from the date it FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 11-0341691 important actions, however, the personal Business Name in violation of the rights of another HAYWORTH AVE., L.A., CA 90035. This Business is was filed in the office of the County Clerk. Anew File No. 11-0394391 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: representative will be required to give notice under Federal, State, or common law (See section conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: HOLLYWOOD HAIR COLLECTION, 2401 S. to interested persons unless they have waived 14411 et seq. Business and Professions Code)Publish: Signed: MICHAEL J. MURRAY. This statement was prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not PARADIS, 1726 N. 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Business and Professions Code)Publish: conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. FONTANA, CA 92336. This Business is conducted files an objection to the petition and shows File No. 11-0467205 Name Statement expires five years from the date it Mountain Views News Signed: MARK PEDERSEN. This statement was by: CO-PARTNERS. Signed: KIMBERLY DINKINS. good cause why the court should not grant The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: was filed in the office of the County Clerk. Anew Dates Pub: March 26, April 02, 09, 16, 2011 filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los the authority. PAVILION VIP SERVICES, 13921 MANSA DR., Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed on 03/15/11. The registrant(s) has (have) commenced Angeles County on 03/04/11. The registrant(s) has (have) LA MIRADA, CA 90638. Full name of registrant(s) prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT to transact business under the fictitious business commenced to transact business under the fictitious A HEARING on the petition will be held is (are) ADRIAN HERNANDEZ, 13921 MANSA of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious File No. 11-0386933 name or names listed above on N/A. NOTICE- This business name or names listed above on N/A. NOTICE- on April 29, 2011 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. A DR., LA MIRADA, CA 90638. This Business is Business Name in violation of the rights of another The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Name Statement expires five years from the This Fictitious Name Statement expires five years from located at 300 E. Walnut St., Pasadena, CA date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A 91101. new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business petition, you should appear at the hearing Business Name in violation of the rights of another Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, and state your objections or file written under Federal, State, or common law (See section State, or common law (See section 14411 et seq. Business 14411 et seq. Business and Professions Code)Publish: and Professions Code)Publish: Mountain Views News objections with the court before the hearing. Mountain Views News Dates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 Your appearance may be in person or by your Dates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 attorney. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 11-0362185 IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a File No. 11-0387356 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: contingent creditor of the deceased, you must The following person(s) is (are) doing business IMPROV PRINT; XACT PRINT, 1329 N. BRIARGATE file your claim with the court and mail a copy as: SWEET CAFÉ, 8839 W. VALLEY BLVD., LN., COVINA, CA 91722. Full name of registrant(s) to the personal representative appointed by ROSEMEAD, CA 91770. Full name of registrant(s) is is (are) SALIM KASSIS, 1329 N. BRIARGATE LN., the court within four months from the date of (are) LE HUE DIEP, 2628 E. MAUREEN ST., WEST COVINA, CA 91722. This Business is conducted by: AN first issuance of letters as provided in Probate COVINA, CA 91792. This Business is conducted INDIVIDUAL. Signed: SALIM KASSIS. This statement by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Signed: LE HUE DIEP. was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County Code section 9100. The time for filing claims This statement was filed with the County Clerk of on 03/09/11. The registrant(s) has (have) commenced to will not expire before four months from the Los Angeles County on 03/14/11. The registrant(s) transact business under the fictitious business name or hearing date noticed above. has (have) commenced to transact business under names listed above on N/A. NOTICE- This Fictitious the fictitious business name or names listed above Name Statement expires five years from the date it was YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by on N/A. NOTICE- This Fictitious Name Statement filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new Fictitious the court. If you are a person interested expires five years from the date it was filed inthe Business Name Statement must be filed prior to that date. in the estate, you may file with the court a office of the County Clerk. A new Fictitious Business The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) Name Statement must be filed prior to that date. The use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the filing of an inventory and appraisal filing of this statement does not of itself authorize of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common of estate assets or of any petition or account the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in law (See section 14411 et seq. Business and Professions violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, Code)Publish: Mountain Views News as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A or common law (See section 14411 et seq. Business Dates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 Request for Special Notice form is available and Professions Code)Publish: Mountain Views News from the court clerk. Dates Pub: March 19, 26, April 02, 09, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 11-0353344 Attorney for petitioner: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LA CAROL A PETERS ESQ SBN 74038 File No. 11-0409903 PENITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 3599 ATLANTIC, LAW OFICE OF CAROL A PETERS 1100 E GREEN ST STE 1 PASADENA CA 91106-2513

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13 OPINION Mountain Views News Saturday, April 9, 2011 Mountain STUART Tolchin...... On LIFE HAIL Hamilton My Turn Views WHAT HAPPENED TO THE News DREAM? Something Is Terribly Publisher/ Editor I’m sitting down to write this article on Monday, April Wrong In Afghanistan th th Susan Henderson 4 , 2011. April 4 is a special day not just because it According to one observer: “Among the is my wife’s birthday but because of what happened to The Afghans, mass illiteracy, equipment loss, City Editor America on that day in 1968. Probably a great many s t r e n g t h crime and corruption, which is prevalent of Taliban Dean Lee of you weren’t even around but for those of you old in the police, have blunted readiness, im- forces are maturity and ill discipline bedevil many enough to remember it was a sad end to a beautiful dream. If you currently es- recall the date it was on that evening that the news of the assassination units. Illicit drug use persists, and some Sales timated to be American officers worry about loyalty and of Martin Luther King was spread across the world. about 10,000 Patricia Colonello Right now I’m looking at a button that I found downstairs on the intelligence leaks.” fighters. Of This raises a fundamental question: 626-355-2737 table that sits in front of our giant television. In the center of the that number 626-818-2698 Why have the wars in Afghanistan and button is a picture of Dr. Martin Luther King, a young looking man only 2,000 to 3,000 are highly motivated, Iraq been so easy to wage? In a December in a suit jacket with his long-sleeved shirt and cuff-linked left hand full-time insurgents. Add to that an es- 7, 2009, NY Times editorial, more than a timated 100 to 300 full-time combatants Production showing below his wrist watch as his hand points upward and his left year ago, columnist Bob Herbert wrote: index finger rests against his left cheek. He looks to be a thoughtful are foreigners, from Pakistan, Uzbekistan, “The idea that fewer than 1 percent of Richard Garcia young man and on the bottom of the button are the dates of his Chechnya, various Arab countries and Americans are being called on to fight in lifespan Jan 15, 1929- April 4, 1968. Yes, he was only thirty nine years perhaps even Turkey and western China. Afghanistan and Iraq and that we’re send- Photography Arrayed against them are 170,000 well ing them into combat again and again and old at the time of his murder. Amazing, isn’t it? One thinks of him paid but not so motivated Afghan soldiers Lina Johnson as so much older. Perhaps this feeling of agedness is related to the again -- for three tours, four tours, five and 98,000 US soldiers. Calls for more tours, six tours -- is obscene. All decent Chris Bertrand respect we all have for his most famous statement. This statement is troops could be in the offing. written in capital letters at the top of the button, I HAVE A DREAM. people should object. “The reason it is That means a ragtag army of 10,000 so easy for the US to declare wars, and to Contributors What was that Dream and where has it gone? It was a radical insurgents who have no tanks, no heavy continue fighting year after year after year, Teresa Baxter assertion that called for not only the end of racial discrimination artillery, no jet fighters, no helicopters, is because so few Americans feel the actual no sophisticated body armor, no night vi- Pat Birdsall but also included an awareness of the horrors of poverty and the pain of those wars....” confidence that change be brought about by non-violent means. He sion googles, no GPS or satellite commu- Bob Eklund I don’t think our current way of wag- was not just the champion of African-Americans but really spoke for nications are successfully holding down a ing war, which is pretty pain-free for most Howard Hays all of us who desperately yearn to live in a world which expressed a massive 270,000 force of Afghan and US citizens, is what the architects of America Paul Carpenter soldiers, backed by billions of dollars and had in mind. Here’s George Washington’s kind of aesthetic harmony, the City on the Hill, the Best Creation every high tech weapon imaginable. Stuart Tolchin of Mankind. His dream was a restatement of Man’s ancient wish for view: “It must be laid down as a primary Yet the situation in Afghanistan is being position and the basis of our system, that Kim Clymer-Kelley Peace on Earth and Universal Goodwill—and he was willing to fight described as “grave” and, despite President Christopher Nyerges for it, but non-violently. every citizen who enjoys the protection of Obama’s promise to withdraw all US forc- a free government owes not only a propor- Peter Dills It is my belief that many of the original European men, women, and es by July, we may be stuck in Afghanistan tion of his property, but even his personal Hail Hamilton children who braved the ocean voyage to this unknown came in the for “years.” service to the defense of it.” Rich Johnson hope of making real this same beautiful vision of freedom, equality, This is quite a contrast to the start of the In other words, in a democracy like and justice for all. Unfortunately, the dream quickly was obscured. war back in October 2001. Then US Spe- ours if war is righteous enough to wage the Chris Bertrand cial Operations Forces on horseback, using Mary Carney The societies which were constructed were expression of a kind of price for it should be born by all, not just close air support (CAS), fought along side a brave few. fundamentalism that demanded a rigid conformity to a Puritan Afghan ground forces supplied primarily La Quetta Shamblee vision of life. Think about the Taliban and compare that society to When you consider the 1,500 Ameri- Glenn Lambdin by the Northern Alliance. By December, cans who have been killed in Afghanistan the witch trials of Salem Massachusetts and the murder of Native two months after the war began, the Tal- Greg Wellborn Americans and the enslavement of Africans. and the nearly 5,000 in Iraq, it is a high cost iban were routed from Kabul and Osama indeed. Add to these figures the estimated Ralph McKnight Remember at the time of his death Dr. King was in Memphis bin Laden was scurrying for shelter in Tora Trish Collins 370,000 wounded and the cost is immea- Tennessee supporting demands by a public service Janitor’s Union. Bora. surable. And for what? Oil and natural gas! Pat Ostrye That’s right a UNION! And he was speaking about the need to In fact, so few Allied ground forces The Pentagon’s official count of our Dorothy White end the Viet Nam War soon after President Johnson had lied to the were facing the enemy that it wasn’t until wounded is only 32,987. Yet there have American Public in order to gain the authorization to escalate the three months after the war began that the been more than 320,000 confirmed casual- Webmaster war. Sound familiar. For generations the United States has supported first US soldier, Sgt. First Class Nathan R. ties with brain injuries alone -- from seri- John Avery Chapman, 31, a Green Beret, was killed ous concussions to irreversible brain dam- and helped establish government by tyrants in order to satisfy our January 5, 2002. continued appetite for oil and material comfort at the unavoidable age. Who’s kidding who? Mountain Views News My point is that somehow we went from And this doesn’t take into account the cost of the loss of our vision of the Dream. the Northern Alliance successfully fighting has been adjudicated as At some point America must make a decision. What do we want? more than $1.2 trillion already spent on the Taliban to the US trying to fight the these wars or the estimated $4 to $6 tril- a newspaper of General Is it the Dream or the oil and the conveniences that require the Afghan war alone, while well paid Afghan Circulation for the Coun- lion that they will ultimately cost. What continued supply of energy? Isn’t the achievement of a world of peace soldiers -- having suffered more than 8,600 we are doing is indefensible. It’s time we ty of Los Angeles in Court and brotherhood and respect for the maintenance of our ecological killed and 26,000 wounded -- show little Case number GS004724: ended this deadly foolishness and stropped systems more important. Perhaps if we can stop killing each other desire to engage the Taliban and seem to using war, the ultimate obscenity, to solve for the City of Sierra and destroying our planet we can regain contact with our original prefer the safety of marching around the the world’s problems. Enough is enough! Madre; in Court Case vision? parade grounds. It’s time we bring our troops home. GS005940 and for the It is forty three years after the death of Martin Luther King which City of Monrovia in Court was coincidentally forty three years after the dropping of the atomic Case No. GS006989 and bombs upon the nation of Japan. The release of these bombs should is published every Satur- have been enough to demonstrate that technology had progressed to day at 55 W. Sierra Madre a capability of total world destruction. Perhaps this was the moment LEFT TURN Blvd., No. 302, Sierra when knowledge could have been shared in such a way as to avoid Madre, California, 91024. our world wide race to oblivion. Is it only a matter of time until some HOWARD Hays All contents are copy- war or some accident linked to a natural disaster brings about world As I See It righted and may not be destruction? If you had to choose between the likelihood of world Congressional 2009. reproduced without the peace versus the likelihood of world destruction what would be your Republicans have a Goldman Sachs in 2008 made $2.3 billion in express written consent of problem with the 2011 profits after receiving $800 billion in bailouts, prediction? budget: If there's to be a and paid an effective tax rate of a bit more than the publisher. All rights As I walk outside the next morning the sun is shining and much reserved. All submissions government shut-down, 1%. of my gloom is gone. Certainly, we have made some progress but it's how to get credit Citigroup paid no federal income taxes on to this newspaper become the truth is that the only thing certain about the future is that it is for it among their Tea profits of $4 billion, after receiving $2.5 trillion the property of the Moun- uncertain. I believe that Dr. King would have smiled at the election Party supporters, while in bailouts. tain Views News and may of Barack Obama but it takes more than an election to end racial convincing the rest of us Sen. Sanders concluded, "We have a deficit be published in part or discrimination. Discrimination is still alive but so is the Dream. It (those who don't regard problem. It has to be addressed, but it cannot be whole. the president as a Muslim infiltrator from addressed on the backs of the sick, the elderly, is a Dream that can be shared with the whole world. Now, if only Kenya) it was really the Democrats' fault. the poor, young people, the most vulnerable Opinions and views dreaming was all that was necessary but that’s another dream... (Don't laugh - according to a February survey in this country. The wealthiest people and the expressed by the writers from Public Policy, 21% of Republicans aren't largest corporations in this country have got printed in this paper do sure whether President Obama was born in the to contribute. We've got to talk about shared not necessarily express DOLLARS AND SENSE?! - United States. 51% are convinced he wasn't.) sacrifice." the views and opinions Jumping ahead, Rep. Paul Ryan (R-WI) The more people are working in good-paying Some Comments on State and Federal has presented a Republican budget for 2012. jobs, the more taxes are being paid to bring of the publisher or staff He claims the Congressional Budget Office's down the deficit. The thirty years after WWII of the Mountain Views Issues Made This Week By Our Elected prediction of $143 billion in savings over saw a 75% rise in productivity along with a News. Officials: the next ten years under the Affordable Care similar rise in real wages, creating the largest Act simply isn't so, that instead it will cost middle-class the world had seen. According $1.4 trillion. So, under that assumption, to Princeton Prof. Alan Blinder, since 1978 Mountain Views News is From The Mayor of LA County: repealing the ACA would shave $1.543 trillion productivity increased 86%, but wages only wholly owned by Grace GOVERNOR’S “PUBLIC SAFETY” PLAN AN OXYMORON off President Obama's figures just like that. by 37% - and minus benefits, mostly for rising Lorraine Publications, “Dumping state felons in our communities and calling it improving pub- Cost savings and greater efficiency would be health care costs, real wages haven't increased Inc. and reserves the right lic safety is an oxymoron -- as is his contention that extending high taxes brought to Medicare by eliminating frivolous at all. to refuse publication of for another five years will pull California's economy out of the toilet,” said boards, like the one charged with bringing cost Over the past thirty years the share of the advertisements and other Los Angeles County Mayor Michael D. Antonovich in response to Governor savings and greater efficiency to Medicare. nation's income going to the richest 1% grew Brown’s signing of Assembly Bill 109, transferring state prisoners to local In keeping with conservative goals, more from 8% to 24%. The share of the nation's materials submitted for jails. “The time is now for the Governor to return to earth and get real by choice and "flexibility" would be available to wealth controlled by that 1% has grown to 40%. publication. keeping felons in state prison, eliminating the deficit, job killing red tape, and individuals. Seniors in Medicare would have The tax rate paid by the wealthiest dropped excessive taxation.” the choice to pay substantially more out-of- from 70% during the Eisenhower years to Letters to the editor and pocket for roughly the same coverage offered about 16%. A billionaire hedge fund manager correspondence should From Congressman Adam Schiff (CA-29) on the potential government now, or pay about the same and receive might pay at half the rate of a $50,000-a-year be sent to: shutdown: significantly less. Private insurers would have teacher. the flexibility to spend seniors' payments and History shows that when the middle-class Mountain Views News “I am still hopeful that a government shutdown can be avoided, and I am taxpayer subsidies on marketing campaigns was larger and unions stronger, the deficit was 80 W. Sierra Madre Bl. doing everything possible to call for a responsible resolution on the amount and million-dollar salaries, rather than having smaller and the country more prosperous. #327 of spending cuts. It would be a terrible result, however, if policy riders un- "big government" dictate the funds instead be But Congress has its own self-interest: in the Sierra Madre, Ca. related to our budget were permitted to derail the budget negotiations. A spent on actual healthcare. freshman class, 60% of new members in the shutdown will be harmful to our economic recovery and would represent Rep. Ryan demonstrates consistency and Senate, and 40% in the House, are millionaires 91024 a tragic outcome for the country. Under that circumstance, I have asked conviction. In 2003 he joined those arguing (compared to 1% of the general population). that turning Medicare over to private insurers There's protection of their own wealth at stake, Phone: 626-355-2737 my staff to continue working without pay, so that we can meet the needs of constituents dependent on Social Security, Medicare, the Veterans Admin- would be a cost-saver. Instead, according to the as well as the interests funding their campaigns. Fax: 626-609-3285 istration or other federal assistance. Moreover, if federal employees do not Commonwealth Fund, Medicare Advantage For some, the recession's over. According email: get paid, no Member of Congress should, and I will be donating my salary to raised costs 12-13% over the traditional plan to USA Today, CEO pay jumped 27% in 2010 and cost taxpayers an extra $33 billion over to a pre-recession median of $9 million yearly. [email protected] charitable causes in my district.” its first five years. Plan administrators were Pay for average workers grew by 2%. Much From U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein on the potential government shut- prohibited from negotiating for lower drug executive pay is tied to increased profits; but Mountain Views down and the recent assault on women: prices, so Big Pharma CEOs could have the profits have grown not through expansion and News “Here we are, 12 hours away from the United States government shutting flexibility to choose whether to add another productivity, but through cost cutting, layoffs Mission Statement corporate jet to the fleet. and slashing benefits. down. What is this over? It is over women’s health. The [budget] numbers There's also the insistence that lowering For the rest of us, we can be can be encouraged The traditions of have been agreed to, but it’s an opportunity for the right wing in the House taxes for the wealthiest, with seniors, students, by recent progress. When President Obama the community to really sock it to women,” said Senator Feinstein. the poor and middle class footing the bill, is took office, we were losing 750,000 jobs a newspaper and At midnight Friday, the federal government will run out of money and begin somehow good for the economy. Rep. Ryan month. We've gained 1.8 million jobs over the the concerns of a shutdown of key agencies and services, furloughing more than 177,000 made that argument eight years ago, and seems past 13 months, with 216,000 added in March our readers are workers in California. blissfully unaware of the consequences. alone. this newspaper’s The question now is not how much to cut top priorities. We taxes, but how much fatter to make the refund Republicans now want to wipe out the CALIFORNIA IMMIGRATION BILLS DIE checks going to those who don't need them. In recent recovery and restore policies which support a prosperous the Senate last week, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I- brought about the recession in the first community of well- (04-05) 14:13 PDT Sacramento, Calif. (AP) A legislative committee on Tuesday rejected twin bills by a Republican lawmaker who sought to crack VT) listed a number of firms Republicans feel place; along with gutting worker protections, informed citizens. down on illegal immigration in California, in part by requiring citizenship need more help from the rest of us: environmental regulations, support for We hold in high verification for anyone applying for a job or public benefits. ExxonMobil made $19 billion in profits in education and minimal concern for those regard the values 2009, and got a $156 million IRS rebate. most in need. Motivations are clear; half the of the exceptional The legislation by Assemblyman Tim Donnelly, a tea party member from Bank of America made $4.4 billion in savings in Rep. Ryan's plan go not towards the quality of life in our San Bernardino County, faced long odds in a Legislature controlled by Dem- profits, after $1 trillion in bailouts (Federal deficit, but to finance extended tax cuts for the ocrats. (Donnelly also represents Sierra Madre, and parts of Arcadia and Monrovia.) Reserve and U.S. Treasury), and got a $1.4 wealthiest. community, including billion refund from the IRS. the magnificence His main bill, AB26, would have allowed residents to sue so-called “sanctu- Over the past five years, G.E. took in $26 Should this come to pass, it won't be a matter of our natural ary cities,” which do not cooperate with federal immigration officials, and billion in U.S. profits, along with $4.1 billion in of determining which party is responsible, but resources. Integrity required employers to verify applicants’ citizenship. It was rejected on a par- tax refunds. of blaming ourselves for turning control of our will be our guide. ty-line, 7-3 vote by the Assembly Judiciary Committee. Chevron got a $19 million refund from future over to those who believe we're led by a the IRS after reporting profits of $10 billion for Muslim from Kenya.

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GETTING READY FOR THE WORLD’S BIGGEST-EVER TELESCOPE

Plans for the world’s biggest telescope—the Square Kilometer beyond that radio astronomers like me have only ever dreamt of Array—advanced significantly this month with a decision to locate exploring. The Square Kilometer Array heralds in a post-Einstein the project office at Jodrell Bank Observatory near Manchester, era of physics that will help us take huge strides in our attempt to England; support from the partners including the United Kingdom understand the most bizarre objects and the darkest ages of the for the next phase of the project; and the first steps towards creating Universe.” the legal entity needed to deliver this ambitious global enterprise. The SKA has been designated as a top-priority project for The Square Kilometer Array (SKA) is a €1.5 billion multinational astronomy both in the U.K. and across Europe. It is a very significant science project to build the world’s largest and most sensitive step that nine partners have started the process to secure funding radio telescope. The SKA will be capable of answering some of and create a legal structure for this project. The U.K., through the the most fundamental questions about the Universe—including Science and Technology Facilities Council, is expecting to invest in understanding dark energy, general relativity in extreme conditions the order of £15 million in its next phase. and how the Universe came to the look the way it does now. In addition to the immense scientific progress that will be The SKA will be an array of radio antennas with a collection made by the SKA, the project is expected to have wider benefits area of a square kilometer with its core in South Africa or Australia. in continuing its already impressive involvement with industrial Signals from individual antennas will be combined to form one partners and continuing the inspiration of the public through giant telescope. The Control Room of the Lovell telescope and MERLIN. astronomy, as Jodrell Bank has for many years. Credit: Anthony Holloway, Jodrell Bank In the same way, the famous Lovell Telescope at the University The SKA project will drive technology development in antennas, of Manchester’s Jodrell Bank Observatory is already being used Professor Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell, prominent radio astronomer signal transport, signal processing, and software and computing. with other U.K. telescopes (the e-MERLIN network) and as part and President of the Institute of Physics, said: “Since the 1950s, Spinoff innovations in these areas will benefit other systems that of an international network. With an antenna at Chilbolton, the radio astronomy has provided scientific pioneers with tools to process large volumes of data. The design, construction and U.K. is also part of LOFAR a low-frequency network centered in revolutionize our understanding of the Universe. The power of this operation of the SKA has the potential to impact skills development the Netherlands. SKA will build on this technique and tradition new telescope project, however, is going to surpass anything we’ve in science, engineering and in associated industries not only in the of collaboration, bringing together all the major groups in radio seen before, enabling us to see many more radio-emitting stars and host countries but in all project partners. astronomy. galaxies and pulling the curtains wide-open on parts of the great You can contact Bob Eklund at: [email protected]. Ask jai…… Ask jai is a weekly column that will strive to honestly answer your job search questions relating to job searching techniques, networking skills, resume writing and interviewing. The employment situation is getting better, how- ever, it is still a challenge finding were the jobs are located and how to get pass the “gate-keepers”. As an Executive Recruiter I was privy to working directly with Corporate Recruiters and understanding their process in selecting which candidates to interview and hire. I will candidly answer your questions, possibly bluntly answering you “ZERO DAY” questions, but I will be totally honest. My objective is to help you achieve your employment goal.

Q: What is the methodology behind A salary offer is only official once Employers know what they have employer salary negotiations? Can you have been offered a position. budgeted for a position and they A frequent topic of computer security headlines is the so-called “Zero-Day you give me some advice about The employer, at this time, only will usually hold to that salary exploit”. A Zero-Day exploit is defined as the taking advantage of vulnerability how to handle a low salary offer wants to find out if you are within range. The employer could also the same day as the vulnerability is generally known. There are typically “zero so that I don’t hurt my chances at their salary range. This is part of feel that you reneged on your days” between the discovery of the exploit and the attack, hence the name. In getting hired? Shaun their screening process. You can acceptance of their salary range most cases when a vulnerability is found in computer code the discoverer will dodge that question by saying during the initial interviewing notify the company responsible for creating and publishing the software (and Dear Shaun: that “you are open and prefer to process and possibly not consider sometimes the computing community at large) so that a fix can be found and The employer always has the discuss the job opportunity”. A you for any future positions. implemented before any real damage is done. Even if hackers happen to learn upper hand in knowing exactly good interviewer will continue to You should research information about the exploit as the same time as the software publisher they may not be able the salary range or salary that push you for a salary. Feel free to about the salary range for the to take advantage of the vulnerability before it is fixed. When the hacker happens they are going to offer any ask the interviewer a question, “I positions you are seeking in to be the discoverer of the exploit and the vulnerability wasn’t generally known in candidate. They have pre- am very interested in this position, your field, experience, local area advance, there may be no effective way to guard against an attack using this new determined the salary range for but I did not notice a salary listed, and industry. This can be done vector. For these instances, security software companies have devised programs their positions based on their could you tell me what is your by visiting salary websites, local (and sub-routines) that look for specific, suspicious activity (such as requests to budget. Employers know that this salary range?” Some employers libraries or asking employees format drives that do not originate from the console) and disallow such actions. is a very competitive job market will give you a salary range. At in similar positions. Do your The name “Zero-Day exploit” itself is a bit misleading because in many and that they will eventually find that time you must be prepared homework by calculating your instances the vulnerabilities that are taken advantage of have been know to an applicant that will accept their to say that it is or not within your living expenses and what you either the software company or hackers themselves for quite some time before salary offer. There are employers salary range. If the salary range is need to maintain your lifestyle. “something bad” happens. Many of the larger software manufactures have entire that will even hire a candidate that below your expectation then you Also take into consideration your well-financed sections of their operations devoted to identifying, tracking and has fewer skills or less desirable must decide at that time if you are previous salary history. Then you repairing security holes in their products. Sometimes there are differing opinions ones solely based on salary. So, still interested in the position. decide the minimum salary offer as to what constitutes a vulnerability needing immediate attention and a bug to do not take salary offers personal, Warning! Professional ethics you would accept. This process be fixed in the next scheduled software update. it’s just business and economics. now come into play. Do not will give you a point of reference The best thing you can do to protect against zero-day exploits is to follow good Interviewers will start their pursue a position that you know when considering a job offer. If security policies in the first place. By installing and keeping your anti-virus salary exploration during a is extremely below your salary an employer can not meet your software up to date, blocking file attachments to emails which may be harmful telephone or in-person interview. range expecting an employer to salary needs ask them to consider and keeping your system patched against the vulnerabilities you are already So, you must be ready at that time increase the range after a job offer. you for future positions within aware of you can secure your system or network against 99% of what is out there. to discuss salary. However, keep This usually backfires on your salary range. Knowing your in mind that this is not a salary candidates. self worth and salary range will One of the best measures for protecting against currently unknown threats is to offer. give you the power to negotiate employ a hardware or software (or both) firewall. You can also enable heuristic any salary offer. scanning (a technology used to attempt to block viruses or worms that are not yet known about) in your anti-virus software. By blocking unnecessary traffic in Everything you ever wanted to know about how to get a job ….but did not know who to ask. ASK jai. Send your the first place with a hardware firewall, blocking access to system resources and questions to: [email protected] or visit website www.resumeandcareerservicesc. services with a software firewall or using your anti- virus software to help detect anomalous behavior you can better protect yourself against the dreaded zero-day House-Training: exploit. Happy Tails What Works For Today’s Pet Owners

by Chris Leclerc. Separate spaces - Set house training, to promote Canyon Canine Dog up the training pad in a a stronger sense of structure Walking & Pet Sitting Services special area away from the and communication with the ENRICHED Dog ownership is on the rise crate and food. Consider dog. Thankfully, there are a using special trays designed to lot of good trainers available Do you get those PCC Extended in the U.S. Whether you rescue Learning class schedules in the a puppy or use a breeder, one hold training pads to keep the in the Pasadena/Sierra Madre pad in place and deter dogs from area. Some dog trainers even mail? I loved PCC! I always say thing all new dog owners have in I’m going to return and take all common is needing to start off playing with the training pads. make house calls, which adds the cutting edge advantage of the classes I would’ve taken back on the right paw when it comes Treat time - Use the same treat when I was a student (Ceramics, to house-training their new pet. one-on-one attention in the every time your pet does the right convenience of your own home. Art History II, etc.), but didn’t because that would House-training isn’t as daunting thing during house-training for have stretched my 2-year plan and my funds. It’s as it sounds if you set some The Pasadena Humane Society positive reinforcement. Rubbing offers a variety of evening and been eight years since I graduated, and I haven’t had boundaries and get on a schedule its nose in its feces may make the time to return yet. At this rate, I might be old at the start. weekend training courses at their matters worse and could cause facility on Raymond Avenue. The and gray by the time I make it back to hobble around Here are a few pointers to help your dog to hide when it’s time to certified instructors at PHS are Robinson Hall. Then again, perhaps I could take a get you started and get your dog go. qualified to train dog and master Personal Enrichment Extended Learning course! quickly house-trained: Go green - Consider as a unit. Owners are then able environmentally friendly training to take what they learn with One class seems particularly intriguing, “Becoming Timing is everything - Puppies them and continue to use the a Complaint-Free Person.” I must admit I’m guilty of do best on a regular schedule. pads such as Eco-Care Training Pads made by Simple Solution. same techniques at home. For the occasional gripe, but I wouldn’t consider myself Lead your puppies to the pad more information about training a pathological complainer. The professional complainers I know, however, would frequently, as they will need to These pads are made from 85 percent recycled material, saving classes at Pasadena Humane probably require sedation or generous bribery to attend a class that implies their views relieve themselves at least six Society, visit www.phsspca.org or are not infallible and supremely important. I wonder then, if the students must be times a day. Follow the same path landfills from over 400 tons of waste every year. While reducing call 626-792-7151. coerced into attending? Perhaps it’s something parents threaten their teenagers with. to the pad every time. The process “If you say one more word about the curfew I’ll enroll you!” will require your full attention for landfill waste, they also maximize Whichever route you choose absorption, holding two times a few weeks, but the effort you put to take and whatever technique The course description says that students will learn the “four stages one experiences into it now will last for the rest of more liquid than leading pad you choose to apply in training brands and using polymer while becoming complaint and gossip free.” Maybe it’s like the stages of loss. First, your pet’s life. your puppy or your dog, for the denial,I “ don’t complain –I advise.” Followed by bargaining, “Okay. For every technology to convert liquid best results it is very important Dine and dash - If you establish to gel, locking in moisture and complaint I’ll make one affirming comment.” Anger, “%*#!! It’s not fair!” Despair, to be consistent in your training “But if I don’t tell everyone how wrong they are they’ll never know!” set mealtimes, your pets will need preventing leaks. The pads are routine. Also, when it comes to relieve themselves on schedule designed with odor neutralizers to your use of commands and as well. Keep tabs on when your to eliminate tough urine odors In the course summary it also mentions that students will learn “the difference rewards, limit your vocabulary to between a complaint and a statement of fact.” I can see how this could get ugly in the dog relieves himself during and can be used with litter box only a few, single syllable terms, training. Use that timing to get mats, as a dog crate liner, as car wrong hands. “Suzy’s a slob” might be rephrased as “That half-finished sandwich has and strive to offer lots of petting been on her desk for three weeks, and I think its mold spores are making me nauseous.” your dog accustomed to going seat covers and to clean up messy and verbal praise as a reward, outside or using the training pads. spills. Today, more owners use Both are equally snide, but the latter is more objective. Unfortunately, this course in lieu of snacks or treats. If you might end up “preaching to the choir.” If people live to gripe, no amount of schooling potty pad training when they start early enough (in my opinion Relaxation room - Dogs like have limited outdoor areas. For will convince them to change. their own den, and a proper-sized it’s never too early to start more information, visit www. training) you will be doing your crate for your dog is all the space simplesolution.com. There have been numerous articles linking a negative attitude to weakening of the it needs for downtime. Have your pet a big favor by teaching him immune system and a decline in overall health. Let’s also remember that it was partly dog or puppy sleep in the crate at to want to please you simply for due to the Israelites’ complaining, that God led them to wander 40 years in the desert Training assistance - Many pet the praise, rather than for food night and when you are not home owners find it helpful to include between Egypt and Israel (Num. 14:26-35). The Apostle Paul included gossips together during training. or treats. Remember, a healthy, with murderers, and Solomon called slanderers fools (Rom. 1:28, Prov. 10:18). They some basic behavioral training well- trained & well-loved dog is concurrent with puppy say that guy was pretty smart. 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Surgery is Tuesday: described as being useful for some conditions, •d 2n Tuesday of each month FREE blood DIRECTIONS: but not as a first line treatment. Conservative pressure checks by Methodist Hospital; 11 am care, including injection therapy and radio to 12 noon • 12 noon: Intervale Lunch Café; daily Spray bottom of roasting pan with passover non frequency lesioning, is also mentioned. reservations needed 355-0256 stick spray. The Reality of Low Back Pain •mo 1:30 p t 3:30 pm: BINGO; cards are only 25 Dr. John Talevich, D.C. has practiced in Sierra Madre cents each so stop by & play for thirty years. His clinic, LifeWorks! Chiropractic, Place cut up apricots and apples on bottom of Normally, an episode of back pain is mild •mo 5:30 p t 7 pm: Yoga; $7.00 - 50 & over. pan. offers patient-specific approaches to the alleviation of and will resolve itself in a day or two with ice Please call 355-5278 for more information pain and individually tailored wellness programs. and a few painkillers or muscle relaxants. But, Wednesday: Rub chicken with mixture of salt, pepper and for 80% of the population, this episode may be • 11 –11:45 am: Balance Class with Teryl. FREE cinnamon. more troubling and less likely to go away. At class designed to improve balance & refresh the this point, some degree of anxiety can set in. What to do? What's wrong with me? Do I have a slipped joints Place chicken on top of apricots and apples. disc? Will I need surgery? Why won't this just go away? I've never had anything like this before! • 12 noon: Intervale Lunch Café; daily reservations needed 355-0256 Cover TIGHTLY and slow cook at 300 degrees We may schedule a visit to the doctor in order to find out what is wrong and get some relief. • Free Income Tax assistance - 1 pm to 2 pm. until done (approx. 1 1/2 - 2 hrs.) Hopefully, we will get the results we expect, but frequently with low back involvement, we do not. The For an appointment, please call 355-7394 reality of low back pain is that it can be hard to manage. •d 2n Wednesday of the month: FREE Legal It is a good idea to check every 15 minutes and Consultations: 10-11:30 am. Appointments call baste when necessary. What We Need to Know 355-7394 • Wii Wednesday - 1:00 pm or call the senior Remember, there are no specific measurements in this The most important thing to know is that the pain will go away. That said, it is equally important desk at 355-7394 to arrange another time & day recipe. Use as many apples and apricots that you wish. to work with practitioners who understand the process of low back management. In a recent article to learn how to play. No previous experience or If you find that the apples do not provide enough liquid, in the medical journal, SPINE MAGAZINE (December 2010), it was reported that chiropractic care skills required and it is great exercise. you can add a bit of apple juice to pan. for acute mechanical low back pain delivered the most effective results. For patients, this (and several Thursday: Enjoy and Happy Pesach! Elka Birnbaum, Toronto other studies) demonstrates that not only is chiropractic scientifically validated, but the practitioner • 12 noon: Intervale Lunch Café; daily can be trusted to know how to treat the condition effectively. reservations needed 355-0256 •o 1:00 t 3:30 pm: Game Day. Join us for Poker April Birthdays Knowledge, compassion, and effective care are essential in the resolution of low back pain. with Bridge on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays; so Chiropractors are uniquely suited to deliver. please call for more information. Freda Bernard, Beth Copti, Terri •mo 5:00 p t 6:30 pm: Yoga; $7.00 - 50 & over. Cummings, Marilyn Diaz, Virginia Elliott, Have a great week! Dr. John Please call 355-52 Virginia Elliott, Elma Flores, Julia Friday: City Hall Closed on April 8th & 22nd Gottesman, Betty Jo Gregg, Barbara 12 noon: Intervale Lunch Café; daily reservations needed 355-0256 Lampman, Betty Mackie, Elizabeth John M. Talevich, D.C. Rasmussen, Maria Reyes, Anne Schryver, Saturday: CHIROPRACTIC: Simple, Elegant, Effective 11:30 am: Senior Club brown bag lunch and Dorothy White, Blanca Martinez, Lillian Snyder, BINGO at 12:30 pm. The Senior Club always 31 S. Baldwin Avenue Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 welcomes new members ($5 membership dues 626-355-4710 per year) so please stop by to learn more. Meals-On-Wheels Meals are delivered to home-bound EXCURSIONS seniors by volunteer drivers through the The two recent webinars on the through employment. You can CLASS IS IN SESSION SATURDAY, MAY 7th— The Ramona YWCA Intervale Lunch Program M-F WITH SOCIAL page are on timely topics. join them by participating in (with frozen meals for the weekend.) Call the YWCA How Some Public Employee or a 90-minute Work Incentive Pageant. Join us as we take a deluxe coach SECURITY WEBINARS bus to Hemet to see one of the nation’s at (626) 214-9460 or Darlene Traxler at (626) 355- Teacher Pensions May Affect Seminar Event (WISE) Webinar 0256 for more information. Social Security Benefits. In this to learn about available incen- longest running outdoor dramas (88 years You’ve probably been on the old) - 10:30 am to 7 pm MEALS-ON-WHEELS NEEDS VOLUNTEERS webinar, we walk you through tives, including those offered TO DELIVER MEALS TO OUR HOMEBOUND web, and it’s likely that you’ve how the Windfall Elimination through the Ticket to Work Cost per person is $53 - which includes attended a seminar. But have transportation, driver’s tip, lower level NEIGHBORS Provision (WEP) and Govern- program. **ONCE A MONTH OR WEEKLY** you ever attended a “webinar?” ment Pension Offset (GPO) If you visit www.socialsecurity. seats, a BBQ lunch, a souvenir program We recommend that you do. may affect Social Security bene- gov/webinars, you’ll find all of and a comfy seat cushion. This is an out- Please contact Darlene Traxler at Social Security offers a - se fits of workers whose employers the webinars instantly acces- door venue so you are encouraged to dress 626.355.6220 or (626) 355-0256. lection of webinars at www. do not withhold Social Security sible. Any upcoming webinars inlayers, wear comfortable walking shoes socialsecurity.gov/webinars. taxes from their salary, such as will be at the top of the page and to wear a shade hat. limited to the You’re invited to attend any of some school systems and some with information on the date, first 20 people so please register as soon as INCOME TAX TIME them, anytime. Class is always local, State and Federal govern- time, and how to register to possible. in session — past webinars are PLEASE NOTE: The pick-up location for Don Brunner will be volunteering his time once again ment agencies. participate in the webinar live. to assist seniors with filing their 2010 tax return. The available for you to view at any Ticket to Work. Do you receive Once the webinar has taken this excursion will be the Sierra Madre time. The information can be Recreation Center, 611 E. Sierra Madre service is free but appointments are necessary. Supplemental Security Income place, it will be available for Every Wednesday - February 9th to April 6th 1 pm valuable, but the cost is free. (SSI) or Social Security Disabil- anyone to revisit as a resource. Blvd., due to a special event at Memorial There are webinars on benefits Park on this day. to 2 pm Hart Park House / Senior Center, 222 W. ity Insurance (SSDI) benefits? Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre (in Memorial Park). for wounded warriors, apply- Thousands of SSI and SSDI Hit the virtual classroom with a To register for the excursion, please visit ing for retirement online, extra the Senior Center or go online to www. Please call the Senior Desk at (626) 355-7394 to make beneficiaries have learned how Social Security webinar. Classes an appointment. help with Medicare prescription to stay in control of their ben- begin at www.socialsecurity.gov/ cityofsierramadre.com/onlineregistration. drug costs, and more. efits while enriching their lives webinars. Save the Date: FRIDAY, JULY 8th —The Pageant of the Masters - Laguna Beach. Registration will open online and at the Se- nior Center starting May 1st

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Mountain Views News 80 W Sierra Madre Blvd. No. 327 Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Office: 626.355.2737 Fax: 626.609.3285 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mtnviewsnews.com 16 Mountain Views-News Saturday, April 9, 2011 HOMES AND PROPERTY One Of A Kind: Featuring unique homes and gardens and the people whoe create them Story By Chris Bertrand Just Listed: Expansive Hastings Ranch Traditional Home

Perfect to Welcome a Crowd or as a Haven From Life’s Hectic Pace Behind the family room, a large, wonderful hobby and There are some homes that just laundry room, which lend themselves to the soccer team’s includes a service sink championship party, the end of the and an adjacent full school year pool party or the “best is bath, is the perfect yet to come” 40th birthday party for a place for school art crowd. This stunning traditional home is one of those. projects, sewing, or a computer station. While the kids are splashing in the pool in the private resort- When dinner time like yard, there’s plenty of room for some parents to hang comes, no need to out in the spa. Envision another group around the firepit to close up the hobby ward off the evening chill, with room for more, comfortably or project for the relaxing on the long shaded patio or around the barbecue. meal. Just close the When the party’s over, the family has plenty of space inside door on the mess of to chill together or separately, as the need arises. It’s as perfect uncompleted projects to welcome a crowd as it is for a haven of quiet respite from to leave them out of life’s hectic pace. sight and mind til you’re ready to take When you drive by on the street, it’s one of those homes that them up again. catches the eye with its great curb appeal. Situated high above the street with a lush lawn rising from the curb for added The setting is lush, privacy and curb appeal, a charming walkway winds to the private and serene, welcoming front porch with the proverbial “front porch with a lush expansive swing”. lawn and mature trees Photos by Chris Bertrand and Reni Rose providing filtered The owner remembers that she was sold the minute she shade out front. Out walked the first floor floorplan of the home. Then she learned back is a resort-like paradise, there was a huge, separate master suite upstairs, and the deal with pool, spa, firepit and patios. was done. The long driveway provides off street parking for guests, and If you’ve got an active busy household with conflicting leads to the three car garage. schedules of people coming and going at all hours, this home can easily accommodate. A sumptuous family room with The Hastings Ranch location built-ins beckons to watch a great movie. A beautiful living is absolutely prime, with easy and dining room for gracious, more formal entertaining, for I-210 freeway, bus and Gold piano practice, homework, or just a quiet read next to the Line train access, and within lush verdant views out the front or back windows. walking distance to Hastings Ranch shopping restaurants Three separated bedroom areas provide privacy for all. A and services, bus service. It’s magnificent 2nd floor, dedicated entirely to the master suite, also walking distance to both La includes a large bedroom, retreat area, private office, two Salle and Alverno High schools. walk-in closets, a soaking tub and plate glass shower. Imagine no car pooling? Off the living room on the main floor, a door leads to another private bedroom wing with 2 bedrooms and bath. Yet another 3765 Greenhill Road, Pasadena, private wing adjacent to the foyer includes a bedroom and offers 3757 square feet, four bath. All the baths have been updated, offering are stone, bedrooms, two full and two tile, plate glass showers and more. In fact, the home was ¾ baths and four fireplaces is extensively updated in 1993, and again in 2009. listed at $1,575,000. For more information, contact Reni Rose, The gorgeous, eat-in kitchen is the focal point and hub of the of Prudential Real Estate in home. With stainless appliances and slab granite, it connects Sierra Madre, at 626-355-8400, both the casual and formal for easy meal staging, and traffic or visit the home’s website, www.3765Greenhill.com or www. Know of an interesting home, garden of person who helps control of children and activities. ReniRose.com create them? Send the contact information to C.Bertrand@ MtnViewsNews.com. SIERRA MADRE’S BEAUTIFUL HOMES ... If you would like to see an on-line video showing 78 beautiful homes in Sierra Madre go to youtube.com and search Sierra Madre California Homes Or Sierra Madre’s Beautiful Homes.

When you buy a home, or just make an spreading the large annual payments for offer, you will encounter the term “escrow taxes and insurance over twelve months. account.” Like making a friendly bet and asking a third party to hold the wager money, For example, if your taxes are $1,600 per year the “escrow agent” is the neutral party that and your insurance is $800, you’re budgeting holdsfunds in the interest of the mortgage a reasonable $200 per month instead of lender and the borrower. making two big payments. Escrow accounts do not earn interest, so if you make a large When the terms of the purchase and loan enough downpayment, you may be able to agreements have been met, the money is avoid the monthly escrow and ay the bills released. When your application is approved directly. Ask your agent and your lender and the loan takes effect, the lender will about the pros and cons. likely require money for property taxes and homeowner’s insurance also to be held Luther Tsinoglou has just been named the in escrow. These funds are added to our top producing sales agent in Dickson Podley monthly mortgage payment and disbursed Realtor’s Sierra Madre office for 2009, when the tax and insurance bills are due. making the top 10% at the company overall. Luther has been licensed and practicing This protects the lender by ensuring a lien real estate since 1992. He specializes in isn’t placed against your property for non- residential and income property in Southern payment of taxes, and your home (their California. Luther can be reached at his collateral) is protected against catastrophe. direct line (626) 695-8650 or at luther@ But escrow also benefits borrowers by tsinoglou.com.

Mountain Views News 80 W Sierra Madre Blvd. No. 327 Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Office: 626.355.2737 Fax: 626.609.3285 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mtnviewsnews.com 17 SPORTS Mountain Views News Saturday, April 9, 2011 world. The green THERE WAS A SINGLE WINNER at Southampton, England was The Santa Anita Bowling Green Club held their built in 1299, April Floy Torvid Singles Tournament at their fa- and is still in use cilities in the Arcadia County Park on April 7th. today. The Floy Torvid Tournaments are in honor of To get the sport Mrs. Torvid, a Past President of the club who died more exposure, in January 1991. The games are held September all of the lawn through June each year. The format is two games bowling clubs in of 12 ends each and a break between them for Southern Cali- lunch, on the first Thursday of the month. fornia will be The singles bowlers numbered twelve this year. holding an Open Juanita Jones took first place, Shuman Chan 2nd, House on May Sandy Dalzell 3rd, and Marlene Padget 4th. 7th from 10 AM Pulling your iron shots to the LEFT Others participating were: Houdini Ho, Marinko Juanita Jones after her win. until 3 PM. This Photo by Gene Plunkett Tudor, Jim and Mattie Miler, Amy Chan, Bob is a chance to There are two things about Hauerwaas, Rose Blennov and Dick Ashmore. see how the sport is played and it will give you pulling iron shots that I know Lawn bowling is a low impact, light aerobic ex- an opportunity to get a lesson and roll some for sure. Number one, they ercise type of sport. In the Singles games, each bowls. You just can¹t beat an offer like that part- always feel solid and they go bowler has four bowls to put into play. In Triples ner. To get more information before May 7th go further. Oh, I forgot, the ball they only use three bowls and in Rinks or Fours to: www.lawnbowling-arcadia.com . And check out our trouble. Any shot that goes you would roll a total of forty-eight bowls. Each web site. There¹s a lot of information on the sport further than you expected and bowl weighs three pounds, so you would roll 144 and the bowlers. But, don't forget May 7th Open pounds of bowls in a game. That¹s a fair amount House. left of your target, can not be of exercise. But the sport of lawn bowling has good. For more information call Gene Plunkett at been around in the states since the early 1600¹s 626-351-5327. and is still the best kept secret in the sporting Let's spend some time on why you pull and then I will give you something to work MATER DOLOROSA GOLF CLASSIC MAY 5 AT on to stop it from going left. BROOKSIDE GOLF COURSE Remember that a pull is a shot that starts left and stays Join Fr. Pat Brennan, Director, and the Passionist Community on Thursday, May 5th for a fun day of there, it does not curve left, golf at Pasadena’s Brookside Golf Course. Pat Wickhem, Tournament Chair, has planned an exciting it stays on a straight line, left day of events, including a round of golf, golf cart, lunch, and refreshments on the course, followed by of the target. (For left-handed a social, awards presentation, prizes and a gourmet dinner at Mater Dolorosa. golfers, the ball starts right and Entry is $200 per person, of which $75 is tax deductible. Foursome entry fee is $700 if paid by April stays there it does not curve 22. A dinner only option is right, it stays on a straight line, available for $50. A raffle right of the target. will be held, with a chance to win a $2500 or $1000 Since the ball isn't curving, then you know for sure that the clubface was square at impact. cash prize. Raffle ticket donations are $5 per ticket Yes, it is closed to the target line but it was square to the swing path at impact. The great or 12 tickets for $50 news is that you only have one thing broken, not two. The clubface is square and the path is too much from outside to inside. Golf check in begins at 10:00 a.m. at Brookside For starters, let’s take a look at the ball position. If the golf ball is too far forward in your Golf Course, located at stance, the golf club has to swing way outside the target line to make contact with the golf 1133 N. Rosemont Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103. The ball. If you think the golf ball is too far forward in your stance, make sure that you move it social, dinner and awards back one inch at a time. It is a very difficult change to make so take your time and go inch presentation will be held to inch. at Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center, 700 N. Sunnyside While you are at it, I want you to check your shoulder alignment, they have to be parallel Avenue in Sierra Madre, of your target line and not to the left of the target. beginning at 6:00 p.m.

For more information Golfingly yours, Bobby Eldridge or to register, please call www.igolffixes.com Pat Wickhem at 626-416- Fr. Pat Brennan, Retreat Center Director, (Center) Pat Wickhem, (R) 8824. Entry forms and Tournament Chair, and Claire Brewer (L), Tournament Secretary Bobby's Weekly Pearl: If you are pulling your irons left of the green, check your ball position more information can be first and then your shoulder alignment. obtained online at www. MaterDolorosa.org. Sponsorships, underwriting donations, raffle prizes and gifts-in-kind are still gratefully being accepted. Live from Burger Continental, Pasadena The Harvey Hyde Show 535 So. Lake Ave. Pasadena (626) 792 - 6634 Every Thursday 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Hard-hitting, High impact Sports Talk Radio KSHP Las Vegas - 1400 AM

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