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derous slime ball). a Florida swamp to being lique- heart good to know that in the Crosby’s Corner 3. Kick the imbecilic judge fied in a mob-owned fat-render- year 2006, in the wake of Sept. who originally allowed this bum ing plant to being buried at Giants 11, with terrorists across the By Greg Crosby to get female hormone injections Stadium in the New Jersey globe trying to kill us and securi- at taxpayer expense off the bench. Meadowlands. ty issues still a problem at our Problem solved. Personally, I think Hoffa is still ports and at our borders, some 31 You Can’t Make this Stuff Up psychotherapy – all paid for by • After two weeks digging up alive. I’ve heard that he and Elvis years after the fact, the FBI is still taxpayers, of course. Another a Detroit horse farm, the FBI are half-owners in a Krispy Kreme on the job searching high and low ou really can’t make genius judge strikes again. announced that it didn’t find franchise in a small shopping mall with every bit of resources in this stuff up. Very often But here’s the kicker to the Jimmy Hoffa. The dig involved just a mile or so outside Tulsa. But their command to locate Jimmy YI will peruse the news- whole thing; the reason that the dozens of agents along with I could be wrong, so don’t say Hoffa. Never let it be said that our papers, weekly newsmagazines, Department of Corrections archaeologists, anthropologists, anything to the FBI. I wouldn’t Homeland Security forces are not and internet news sites for inter- stopped short of the sex-change and a demolition crew that want to see a Krispy Kreme store vigilant. esting or unusual topical stories surgery is because they don’t destroyed a barn. The agency said get trashed for nothing. You really can’t make this on which I might comment in this know where to put him after his that the tip that led them to the I must say, though, it does my stuff up. column. Here is a couple I found sex is changed! Officials are con- farm was the best they’d gotten this week: cerned that if Kosilek has the since 1976. FBI officials believed

The reason that the Department of Corrections stopped short of the sex-change surgery is because they don’t know where to put [Robert Kosilek] after his sex is changed!

• Robert Kosilek, a man who surgery and returns as a woman to Hoffa, who disappeared in 1975, is serving a life sentence in prison the all-male, medium-security had been buried on the farm. The for the murder of his wife, is ask- prison in Norfolk where he is now farm was owned at the time by a ing a federal judge to order the serving his sentence, well, he Hoffa associate and was suppos- state to pay for a sex-change might be assaulted by male edly a mob-meeting place. operation for him. He claims that inmates. On the other hand, if he There have been other places denying him the surgery amounts is transferred to the women’s around the Detroit area that have to cruel and unusual punishment. prison in Framingham, they’re been searched by FBI investiga- A shrink has testified that he worried that he might pose a risk tors looking for Hoffa’s body in believes Kosilek will commit sui- to female inmates there (since recent years. In 2003, they dug cide if the correctional officials after all, he did kill his wife under a backyard pool at a home don’t allow the surgery. He has once). This is indeed a real north of Detroit for clues to the already changed his name – he is conundrum. missing union leader. They didn’t known as “Michelle” around the If I were the king of the world, find Jimmy Hoffa. In 2004, cops old prison yard. this is what I would do: tore up floorboards in a Detroit Back in 2002, U.S. District 1. NOT allow the guy to have house to test bloodstains – the Judge Mark Wolf ruled that this his operation (which would save blood turned out not to be creep was entitled to treatment for the state a lot of money). Hoffa’s. Over the years, theories “gender identity disorder.” So 2. Let the wack-job go ahead of where Hoffa might have been from then on, he was given and off himself (which would buried could fill volumes. The female hormone treatments and save the state even more money speculation runs the gamut from laser hair removal along with his and rid the world of a sick mur- being ground up and thrown into

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(Take Charge America) Are and a vacation.” tion to “charge it.” Credit card you ready for another sizzling Sullivan has six tips for find- bills can add up quickly while on summer? Whether your goal is to ing affordable and fun summer vacation and falling deeper into beat the heat or dive right in, your getaways: debt can make life on the home summer getaway doesn’t have to Do Your Research: Start front much more stressful. burn up your budget. researching possible destinations Plan Ahead… or Mike Sullivan, director of edu- in advance. Compare a variety of Procrastinate: If you plan on fly- cation for Take Charge America, hotels and travel options, and ing, purchase your tickets either says even if you’re stretched for keep in mind that these aren’t the far in advance or at the last cash, you can still indulge in some only major costs associated with a minute to find discounted prices. much-needed R&R. vacation. You need to look into This also applies to all-inclusive “A vacation doesn’t have to the prices of meals, where you vacations and cruises. break the bank. With some careful will be eating, entertainment Be Flexible: It is easier to planning and budgeting, you can expenses and souvenirs. You may find discounted flight and hotel take that summer getaway and still also want to consider an all-inclu- packages if you are flexible with have cash left over,” he said. sive vacation, so you can pin dates and times. Consider taking A recent survey from the trav- down exactly how much you will a red-eye flight or book your el website Expedia.com shows 31 be spending. flights on off-days. Flying on percent of employees didn’t use Start Budgeting Now: If you Friday or Sunday is often more all of their vacation days in 2005. budget for vacations throughout expensive than flying on a Now, it looks like many are trying the year, you won’t feel the pinch Tuesday or Wednesday. Rates are to make up for it. Thirty-two per- when it comes time to take off. also higher on holiday weekends. cent of employees surveyed are Set aside a small amount of mon- Coupon Clip Your Vacation: planning to travel more this year. ey each week or month to use for Go where the deals are. You can “Everyone needs a break from vacations. When you are on the get discounts on hotels and flights the daily grind once in a while,” trip, create a maximum-dollar- if you book them together. Search said Sullivan. “Money doesn’t per-day spending limit and stick for hotels that offer perks such as have to be a barrier between you to it. You should resist the tempta- complimentary breakfasts or free long distance and internet. If you need a rental car, select a small economy vehicle to save on gas. Another money saver: pack your own snacks. Jump on the Bandwagon: Travel in a large group with friends or family. Many vacation destinations offer group discounts. You can also split the cost of gas, food and entertainment. If you can’t afford to pay for lodging, visit friends or family in another part of the country and stay with them (offering reciprocal accommodations in your hometown!). They should also have tips on tourist and local hotspots.

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Exhibit on Display at Belmont Village MD. Dan Osterweil, by Photo

ENCINO – It isn’t every day that you see a pho- Turkey, India and Vietnam. “Visual memory has tographic exhibit featuring subjects whose average always been a strong factor in my life since child- age is 70, but Belmont Village Assisted Living hood,” said Osterweil. “My attraction to images Community of Encino moved aside three floors of of aging started when I realized I could not existing artwork to make room for a display of 60 always recall a patient’s history with just a name. works captured by five gerontology professionals. After viewing their photograph I could recall The lead physician/photographer is Dan their history and other facts. Since then, I have Osterweil, MD, founder of the Specialized kept photographs in my patients’ charts. They Ambulatory Geriatric Evaluation (S+AGE) pro- reveal aspects often not captured in daily interac- gram at Sherman Oaks Hospital. His colleagues tion. Gestures, smiles, a twinkle in the eyes, a and co-exhibitors are Jeff Levine, MD, Robbie proud or reflective look – all express a real beau- “Reflections.” Green, PhD, Diane Silverman, MA, and Edith ty undestroyed by time. These images have given Zeller. The exhibition is co-sponsored by Belmont me additional insight.” Village, Circle of Care and S+AGE. Osterweil has Osterweil says he is fascinated by the life expe- been photographing seniors for years, many of riences of his subjects and that the photos allow him whom are his patients. Osterweil, Levine and to tell their stories through his lens. “Their images Silverman have exhibited together in the past, but and expressions transcend any national boundaries for this show, Osterweil invited photographers or language and allow me to keep telling their sto- Green and Zeller to join them. All of the photogra- ries,” he adds. phers have traveled extensively in the U.S. and According to Levine, “We live in a society that abroad, and all have had opportunities through marginalizes the elderly. Facial wrinkles and their work to visit people of different cultures and stooped gait, emblems of dignity and wisdom in oth- languages. The exhibit is located at Belmont er cultures, often elicit avoidance and disdain. The Village, 15451 Ventura Blvd. through mid-June. boom in medical procedures and pharmaceuticals “This is a very busy community with a lot of purporting to retain youth or reverse our biological energy, and honoring Older Americans Month in a clock attests to this fact. The paradox is that we are meaningful and inspirational way seemed natural. all aging, and the aged are none other than our- Dr. Osterweil presented this idea, and it is an excel- selves.” Levine is a physician who specializes in lent way to celebrate the beauty in aging,” said Doug geriatrics and through his practice has been touched Lessard, community manager of Belmont Village of by many older adults. His images show a side of Encino. “The photos are both compelling and inter- human life that our culture has conditioned us to turn esting. Many residents and visitors are very pleased away from – peering inside the subject’s character to to see seniors as the subject of the photo exhibit.” demonstrate the spirit that has both enabled and If a picture is worth a thousand words, then resulted in long life. these images speak volumes. Older Americans in For more information on the exhibit visit the urban settings are juxtaposed with seniors in website at www.belmontvillage.com. 6 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 7 Disney to Be Honored at the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association’s 36th Annual Beastly Ball

Compiled by Ryn Pomat

LOS ANGELES – The and global conservation projects, Greater Los Angeles Zoo and partnerships with national

Association (GLAZA) is honor- and international conservation Motoyama Tad by Photo ing Disney for its legacy of sup- organizations. The Animal port for animals and conservation Kingdom also informs guests on at the 36th Annual Beastly Ball ways they can take action for on Saturday, June 17, at 6 p.m. wildlife. The Beastly Ball is GLAZA’s Throughout the evening, annual major fundraising event guests will be able to stroll with proceeds going toward the through the grounds and view the development of exhibits, conser- zoo’s inhabitants, including vation, programming, education giraffes, chimps, lions, hippos programs, research and other pro- and a rhino. They can even par- grams for the city-owned L.A. take in “animal walkabouts,” Zoo and Botanical Gardens. speaking with keepers and seeing Held under the stars at the the animals up close. Partygoers, Getting ready for GLAZA’s Beastly Ball are L.A. Zoo Director John Lewis; Beastly Ball Co-Chair Lori Winters Samuels; L.A. Zoo, the Beastly Ball will be invited to dress in casual or Dick Cook, chairman, The Walt Disney Studios, which is being honored at the fund-raiser; Beastly Ball Co-Chair Betty co-chaired by the beloved, “safari” attire, will enjoy the White; GLAZA President Connie Morgan; and Artemis the giraffe. Emmy-award winning actress evening’s featured performer, Betty White and Lori Winters jazz vocalist Steve Tyrell, and Samuels, both long-time GLAZA songs from his latest album Trustees. White, who stars on Disney Standards. In addition, ABC’s Boston Legal and was steel drums, calypso musicians named Ambassador to the and dancing are all part of the fun. Animals of the City of Los Delicious fare and libations pro- Angeles by Mayor Antonio vided by greater Los Angeles Villaraigosa, will also serve as restaurants are a signature part of mistress of ceremonies. White the event. has proclaimed the event “an The Beastly Ball’s silent auc- unforgettable evening that bene- tion will include hundreds of fits the unforgettable animals of remarkable items. Featured live the Los Angeles Zoo.” auction items include a vacation Disney’s animal conservation for four to the Walt Disney World efforts are carried out through the Resort, and a Club Med trip for Disney Wildlife Conservation four to Brazil that also includes Fund (DWCF). Established in the rare opportunity to name one 1995 as a global awards program of the zoo’s golden lion tamarins. for the study and protection of the “The Beastly Ball becomes world’s wildlife and ecosystems, larger and more meaningful each DWCF provides cash grants to year,” notes Connie Morgan, U.S. nonprofit conservation orga- president of GLAZA. “We are nizations working alongside their grateful to those who generously peers in other countries. Many of donate their resources and are the recipient organizations con- thrilled to see so many people centrate their activities on “bio- come together to celebrate and logical hotspots” – areas rich in support our zoo.” plant and animal life at risk of Tickets to the Beastly Ball are imminent destruction. $1,000 per person; individual and Disney’s Animal Kingdom at corporate sponsorship opportuni- the Walt Disney World Resort ties are still available. The L.A. also features a comprehensive Zoo is located in Griffith Park at conservation program that the junction of the Ventura (134) includes managing and breeding and Golden State (5) freeways. threatened species, wildlife For tickets and information, call research, participation in local (323) 644-4708. 8 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier In The News

Publisher & Editor-in-Chief etro Joins in National Dump The 11th Annual Providence Saint Joseph Mardi A. Rustam the Pump Day Golf Classic to Associate Publisher on June 8 Tolucan Benefit Surgical Patients Sarah A. Rustam In response to rising gas prices, Metro Administration Alicia Apaghian announced that it will participate in National BURBANK – The 11th Annual C.J. Franz Dump the Pump Day on June 8 to encourage Times Providence Saint Joseph Golf Classic is Pamela Tryon residents to use public transit or join a car- drawing business leaders and community Controller pool or vanpool. supporters to Lakeside Golf Club on June Renee Lane “National Dump the Pump Day” on June 12 for an increasingly successful fundraiser Display Sales 8 will highlight that by using public transit, for modern medical technology. This year, Bob Heide people can beat high gas prices, help reduce proceeds will help purchase one of the most Mary Miller traffic congestion and assist our country in beneficial advances in surgical technology – Dina Takouris beating our oil addiction,” said William an OPMI Pentero microscope. Used mainly Production Millar, president of American Public for neurosurgery and spine surgery, it will Sergio Escobar Mark M. Boudreaux Transportation Association, the National greatly benefit patients in the valley and Dump the Pump Day sponsor. beyond as it decreases surgery times and Contributing Writers Happy Father’s Day! Denise Ames After housing, transportation is the sec- minimizes patient discomfort. Last year Rick Assad ond highest cost for American families, out- Next week The Tolucan Times celebrates golfers and sponsors raised more than Toni Attell Patte Barham pacing both food and health care costs. Since Dad with recommendations of restaurants $200,000. Margie Barron January 2003, gas prices have increased by with special Father’s Day menus and last “The Providence Saint Joseph Golf Mr. Blackwell 100 percent. minute gift ideas. The June 14 issue will help Classic has become a favorite charity event Greg Crosby Melissa Feldman The cost for a single gallon of gasoline you plan the perfect day for your #1 man. with local community members and busi- Lloyd Flyer now exceeds that of a $3 Metro Day Pass Advertisers: Don’t miss out! The dead- ness professionals,” said Dave Beanes, Gregg Hunter Bob Hurst that is good for unlimited daily travel on the line to be included in the Father’s Day issue Chairman of the event and Providence Saint Jackie Joseph entire Metro Bus and Rail system. “By using is Friday, June 9. And July 12 is our summer Joseph Board Member. “The generous con- Carol Kaufman-Segal public transportation on a regular basis, a fitness issue. Call (818) 762-2171 right now tributions and participation from our sup- Michael Kubasak Dave Kunz person can save between $300 and $3,000 in and ask about our unbeatable rates! porters in the past enabled us to buy life- Charlotte Laws fuel costs alone per year,” said Metro CEO saving medical equipment for our Neonatal Mary Mallory Debra Mandel, Ph.D. Roger Snoble. Intensive Care Unit and our Cardiac Nancy Marlow Metro’s online Trip Planner at Services.” Kevin McKenna www.metro.net now features a gasoline sav- By participating in the upcoming Golf Tony Medley Kyle Moore ings calculator that estimates how much Classic, golfers will help bring to their local Trish Ostroski money a commuter could save per trip by community hospital exactly what the O.R. Leonard Shapiro Burbank City Council Seeks Applicants April Shenandoah switching to public transit. for Magnolia Park Community team needs while performing surgeries. This Sandy Smith Besides public transit, Metro offers an microscope delivers crystal-clear images, Anita Talbert Advisory Committee Pat Taylor array of other ridesharing programs that and its advanced technology increases the Beth Temkin make it easy for drivers to find commute depth of field and light for the surgeon and Ann Ullrich alternatives, including car and vanpools. BURBANK – The Burbank City Council assistant. The fast auto-focus delivers razor- Several incentives are available through the is accepting applications through June 16 for sharp images, regardless of the magnifica- agency to encourage ridesharing, including openings on the Magnolia Park Community tion. When surgeons have better visuals, gift certificates, vanpool rebates and a guar- Advisory Committee (CAC). The committee their movements are even more precise. anteed ride home program that provides the meets on the second Thursday of each There are still openings for golfers at the ridesharer a free taxi or rental car ride home month, as needed, at 6 p.m. June 12 event. Please contact Christa To our readers . . . in case of illness, emergency, or working The committee, comprised of merchant Mulker, Special Events Officer, Providence LETTERS TO THE EDITOR AND PRESS RELEASES are welcomed by THE overtime. and residential representatives, provides a Saint Joseph Foundation, at (818) 847-4698. 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my. In a 2WD Tahoe, with a good the driver of a Suburban to carry 2001, was sort of chopped-up in The ABC Auto Man mix of steady freeway driving on a conversation with someone appearance. The 2007 Avalanche and some time in the city, I was riding in the rear-most seat at looks to be a more coherent By Dave Kunz only able to achieve about 16 highway speeds – without shout- design, with the pickup bed and miles per gallon. A colleague ing. (Of course if that third-seat cab roof blending more smooth- driving a similar Tahoe got a dis- passenger is a sullen teenager, ly into the rest of the body. The appointing 13 MPG around town. they’d probably prefer you’d just Avalanche and Suburban share a Full Size and Still Fuel Thirsty more in today’s automotive mar- So these aren’t the fuel sip- leave them alone altogether.) frame and most of their under- ket. With that in mind, the GM pers that Chevrolet’s advertising While the new Chevy Tahoe pinnings, but the unusual pick- t first glance, this may full-size truck platform was would have you believe, but if can get the job done for most up/SUV blend marches to its seem to be a less-than- improved from top to bottom in you have the budget for lots of people, the Suburban goes the own beat. Aideal time to introduce a order to make it a better passen- gasoline and really need their util- extra length (literally and figura- Inside, it’s just like a luxury new line of large sports utility ger vehicle, while still providing ity, these are really marvelous tively) to provide more room for SUV, especially in the up level vehicles. Gas at well over $3 a the sturdiness of a truck. Even lit- new trucks. While the new exteri- people and the things they tote LTZ trim. Soft leather seats, lots gallon has many people rethink- tle things have been tweaked, like or styling may not be everyone’s with them. Special attention was of sound insulation, and every ing the vehicles they buy, and the gap between body panels (the cup of tea, the interiors look like paid to the way the second row accessory you could dream of in a many are moving down a size seam where the fenders and hood they were lifted straight out of a seats fold to allow access to the passenger car, let alone one that from what they chose when gas meet, for example). Those have luxury car. The instruments are very back. can double as a pickup truck. was a lot cheaper. been narrowed to reduce wind crisp and legible, the dashboard And the Avalanche returns in There’s even an optional DVD But for those who truly need a noise at freeway speeds. materials very high grade, and the a new form to offer the best of player for the rear seat passengers full-size SUV (for carrying lots of Another area that’s been front bucket seats should provide both a pickup and an SUV. The passengers or cargo most of the improved upon is in the engine great comfort on long trips. original design, introduced in Continued on page 15 time, towing, etc.) General department. The new Tahoe, There have also been Motors is busy rolling out their Suburban and Avalanche are improvements made in quietness. completely redesigned models available with a 5.3 liter V8 that Those new tighter body panel like the Chevrolet Tahoe, has the ability to shut off half the gaps, the angle of the windshield Suburban and Avalanche. In just cylinders when cruising at light and even the design of the exteri- about every way, they’re all much throttle in order to save fuel. or mirrors all add up to arguably better than their earlier versions. While this system sounds great on the quietest line of full-size trucks Engineers and designers paper, there are very few scenar- ever. I wasn’t able to test it out, know that putting fancy interiors ios where it’s delivering the but a Chevrolet engineer I talked in crude trucks doesn’t cut it any- promised improved fuel econo- to said that it’s now possible for

2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. Photo courtesy of General Motors Photo 10 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Planet Hollywood

By Anita Talbert

Britney Spears Hiding Place… barbecue feast and rollicking show. The dedicated ladies of SHARE raise big o we know that Britney Spears has moohla each year for more than a dozen kicked Kevin Federline to the organizations that serve the needs of chil- Scurb. I actually knew that days dren. Shaking their shapely booties onstage before everybody else did from a really to Barry Manilow’s “At the Copa” was close source to the Brits. But what most Susie Blakely, Joanne Carson and Mrs. people don’t know is that she is living with John (Annie) Biner to name a few. her brother in Santa Monica, because she Making a rare appearance was comic can’t stand to be near Federline at all. The Phyllis Diller who introduced TV other reason is that the paparazzi are driv- mogul/guest of honor Marcy Carsey. For ing her nuts; they camp outside her Malibu me the highlight of the show was the per- compound 24/7. formance of K.D. Lang, a true genius tal- These same sources say that Spear’s ent. Her haunting voice really shone in Jack Carter, Mitzi Gaynor and Fred Travalena. current pregnancy was a mistake, but the oldie but goodie, “My Imagination,” that she is going to keep the baby. but to be honest I didn’t care for the rest Wonder how much getting rid of the of the songs, which has nothing to do every week lately. Looking very summery Idol, which made Hicks the winner. untalented, unattractive, cheat’n with the magnificence of Lang’s voice. I recently in an olive shirt and camouflage Cowell’s recording company stands to Federline is going to cost Brits? If only went backstage to meet my idol who is shorts, the international music star breezed profit big-time from Hicks and will just she had listened to her mom. the cutest butch girl a-la early Wayne in the other night and announced to the add to his mega fortune. After watching Newton you’ve ever met. “I was always a hostess, “We’re not cooking tonight,” American Idol again this year and seeing SHARE Boomtown freak in my hometown [in Canada]”, says (geez, what a surprise) and proceeded to the great talent voted off, one has to won- Lang, “but I was their freak, and they treat- place a mega order-to-go. Where does der if the country is watching the same SHARE Boomtown was great fun this ed me well.” I told Lang my CD of Even Klum put it? I hear Seal just hung out like show you are, or if the voting is truly year with a colorful Copa Cabana theme at Cowgirls Get the Blues was worn out, and a regular person patiently waiting for his skewed. Nevertheless, we’ll still be watch- the Palladium in Hollywood. The evening she said, “Wait here,” and ran inside to get order and was a super generous tipper! ing next season, because it is just plain fun. started with the arrival of a glittering me her new CD and then patiently posed assemblage of guests duded up in western for a picture with me. What a gal. If you Taylor Hicks Father’s Day Gifts gear including Kathy and Rick Hilton, aren’t familiar with Lang, I suggest you Loni Anderson and her longtime attorney buy her new CD Reintarnation and you too Voting Taylor Hicks as the American Father’s Day is coming up from Brent- beau Geoffrey Brown and our own illustri- will be a fan. Idol just proves that this country is made Air Gifts with Fortune Tees which have ous Mr. Blackwell and companion up of a bunch of hicks. Is there any com- charmed such Hollywood dad’s like Brad Spencer. Spotted amongst the crowd was Heidi Klum parison of this guy to Katharine Pitt and Jake Weber with clever messages Red Buttons (Beverly Hills national trea- McPhee’s gorgeous voice, beauty and like “A cocktail is in my near future,” “Fame sure) in a serious 10-gallon hat, Budd (The Doesn’t look like the beauteous Heidi presence? Apparently Andrea Bocelli has and fortune are around the corner” and for Improv) Friedman and wife Alex, Mitzi Klum cooks much these days, but she does asked her to tour with him. In my humble the kids to give dad, “Confucius Says: My Gaynor looking as beautiful as ever and a do great takeout, just ask her hubby Seal. opinion, I felt that Simon Cowell showed a Dad’s the Bomb.” All Fortune Tees come in very hardy looking Ernest Borgnine and Seems he’s been spotted at Mr. Cecil’s lack of integrity when he told Hicks after a nifty Chinese food takeout box and are more, all of whom sat down to a western California Ribs in Sherman Oaks almost his last song that he was THE American sure to put a smile on any dad’s face!

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STUDIO CITY – Come and paint, have fun, meet Junkman from KNAC.COM, Foreigner’s Kelly Linda Blair and join the Color Me Mine Studio City in Hansen and Stuart Smith (Sweet, Heaven & Earth), partnership with Color Me Mine Porter Ranch as the Publisher of The Tolucan Times and Executive staffs of these two studios from the San Fernando Valley Producer of The Rustam Report Mardi A. Rustam, help Blair in her quest to raise funds to build her dream Director of NBC-4 News Benny Dominguez, and rescue/educational facility for animals via the Linda Blair Jaime St. James (Warrant) plus other surprise guests. WorldHeart Foundation. The fundraising event will take The public is encouraged to call (818) 201-4932 place this Sunday, June 11 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Color to set up painting times. There are various levels of Me Mine, 12080 Ventura Place. All proceeds will go to participation to support the fundraiser that include HORSE ALL ABOUT HORSES benefit the welfare of animals. The event will also launch painting bisque pieces such as dog bowls and fig- CAMP CO-ED AGES 6 - 14 Blair’s “Born Innocent: An American Crisis” campaign urines, instruction by qualified staff, and glazing and HORSE CARE • RIDING LESSONS • VAULTING to help end pet overpopulation and animal abuse. firing of your work of art. All studio fees are waived Horse Related Games, etc. Daily 9am to 4pm Besides Blair herself, other celebrities coming to for this one-day event, which will also feature silent Weekly Sessions Begin show their support include Fritz Coleman of NBC-4 auctions, drawings, snacks, door prizes and more. It’s June 12, 19, 26 • July 10, 17, 24, 31 News, COO of the (Bob) Hope Family Estate Jack fun for the whole family! Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 O’Neill, musician Stephen Pearcy (formerly of Ratt) For more information please visit YEAR ROUND RIDING PROGRAM along with his guitarist Erik Ferentinos, Radio news www.LindaBlairWorldHeart.org and FOR INFORMATION CALL (818) 768-5470 anchor Steve Julian of KPCC 89.3 FM, the girls from www.ColorMeMine.com. And check out our exclusive LOS ANGELES CHILDREN’S RIDING CENTER ThundHerStruck, Councilman Dennis P. Zine, Deejay “One-on-One” interview with Blair on page 29. 9211 DEL ARROYO DRIVE, SUN VALLEY

FAA Presents ‘An Introduction to Biomedical Treatments for Autism’

PASADENA – The Foothill Autism Alliance. tive and immune system dysfunction can help ame- Inc. (FAA) will hold its next Family Resource liorate symptoms and behaviors common to autism. Meeting on Wednesday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Doors open at 7 p.m. for coffee and networking. Pasadena Child Development Associates, 620 North A question and answer period will follow the pre- Lake Ave. Dr. Kurt Woeller, an osteopathic physi- sentation. This event is open to the public and free cian specializing in natural and complementary of charge. For more information, visit medicine in children with autism, will give “An www.foothillautism.org or call (818) 66-AUTISM. Introduction to Biomedical Treatments for Autism,” Based in Glendale, the FAA is a non-profit, all- along with Julia Berle, a parent who has used chela- volunteer organization that provides education and tion and dietary intervention to successfully treat support for families struggling with autism through- her autistic son. A growing number of parents and out Glendale, Burbank, La Crescenta, La Cañada, practitioners are finding that treatments for diges- Pasadena, and surrounding areas. 12 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier

It was a fabulous night, and we all Blackwell’s People had a ball. Thanx to all, either way, Society of Singers was all By Mr. Blackwell the better for this wonderful evening, and I must tell you it was a complete sellout. Not many nights like this. Thank you one Mirror Mirror on the Wall… have you seen him in person? [email protected] by Photo and all. And Field keep the Big Well, you won’t believe it. Talk Band going. Dynamite. Oh yes, “Mirror mirror on the wall, about freaking out – he takes the the big festive black tie evening who is fairest of them all?” – a crown. As for his dressing, just will be Sept. 12 honoring the question that should be changed close your eyes; it is outrageous. incredible Johnny Mathis, all to to “who is greatest of them all?” But I must admit, when he is benefit the Society of Singers. Who will be remembered long after good, he is sensational, but that is They really are out there raising her time? Who will be the most so rare it is almost unmention- funds for those in need. Love you exciting legend of our time, maybe able. Just a few lines for you to Ginny Mancini for having made 50 years from now? Well, I don’t think about. How many of you all this happy to begin with. Sept think there will be any doubt that disagree? Would love to know. 12. Beverly Hilton Hotel. Call Madonna will be the most cherished (323) 653-7672 for information memory. This lady has reinvented It Is a Smile a Minute… and tickets. herself more times than anyone I Bermuda Avenues Triangle can think of and each time she Talk About Great Nights on becomes more sensational. Have No, it is not new. Yes it is kind you seen Women’s Wear Daily W of an old hat subject. But it is a This Old Town magazine? It is truly a 59-page trib- laugh a minute, and you get to see The Mancinis are still in the ute to this lady. I wish you would three dynamite performers work. news, and the Henry Mancini get the magazine and enjoy it as Lainie Kazan surprises us all just Institute celebrates its 10th much as I did. She is on the cover of doing acting, when we all know anniversary gala celebration and the June issue, so if you missed it on her as an incredible singer. Joe concert, which will be held at the the newsstands, call Women’s Wear Bologna and Renée Taylor are Kodak Theatre. Featuring Tony Daily New York and get it. You’ll fabulous. Taylor is more than sen- Bennett in concert and from what be glad you did. Mirror mirror on sational. Say what you like, it is I hear he is more fabulous than the wall, who is the greatest of them an evening of pure entertainment ever. Tickets can be purchased all? Madonna truly is. and a laugh a minute. Don’t miss just about every place in town. this one at the Brentwood It’s a don’t miss on June 17. But Weirdest Designer of All Playhouse. I promise you a night as I have said before, this theatre to remember. Bravo to this trio of is an icebox. Bring the warm Time…John Galliano performers. Oh yes, Bologna and wraps even if it’s roasting outside. John Galliano designs for Taylor wrote this classic theatre Madonna performing in Los Angeles on May 23 during her Confessions Tour. It promises to be very special. Christian Dior and in my opinion piece. Fun, fun, fun period. almost insults the legend of this Playing until June 25. A theatrical Israel Cancer Research great fashion icon. When he is classic. it was. Gregg Field’s Big Band loved…cheering him on with good, he is fabulous (which is blew our minds. He was with each song. He is such a major- Fund Celebrates rare). When he is bad, he is 3 Men and a Big Band Frank Sinatra if you remember, domo with the Society of Singers It was their 11th annual beyond words. And now he is and Joe Smith emceed the and never stops trying to help. Women in Action luncheon, and it doing a collection of clothes It all took place at the El Rey evening. It was a one night only And then there was Steve Tyrell was absolutely fabulous as usual. much lower priced. A second line Theatre to benefit the Society of and should run for a month. The who seemed to be madly in love The Beverly Hills Hotel was I can’t believe there is that kind of Singers. Ginny and Monica singers were Gary LeMel who with himself. The audience was in packed to the walls, and every- interest in this less than important Mancini were there to cheer on was just cool and wonderful, and the palm of his hands. But body had a great time. They hon- fashion man. And just for laughs, the evening, and what a love fest Jerry Sharell who everybody nobody loved him more than he. ored Rosalie Zalis who was the keynote speaker and had the audience spellbound. Also honored were Barbara Hayden, MD and Linzi Glass who embodies the best of today’s modern women. She herself is a single mother, accomplished writer and much more. She is an accomplished playwright and novelist. And then there was Norma Fink who got the Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the fabulous Fred Hayman. It was, needless to say, a day to remember. Jacqueline Bell and Norma Fink were the luncheon chairs and did a smashup job. Wrinkles • Dry Skin • Acne Sun Damage • Moles • Rosacea It Will Be the Happiest Birthday Ever Unwanted Hair? The whole town is turning For Healthier, Smoother Skin, out to celebrate Shana Forman’s birthday party. At the Park We have the solutions! Hyatt Hotel, 10 of this town’s Lisa Benest, MD most opulent ladies have turned General & Cosmetic Dermatology out to host this event, on June 22 for lunch. It is dedicated to 1624 West Olive Ave. all her ageless lady friends who Suite B, Burbank, are forever young and fabulous, Ca 91506 and I was invited. 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After spending time outdoors, it’s important to check both your family Tick-Borne Diseases on and your dog for ticks. the Rise – Protect Your Pet and Your Family courtesy of ARA Content Photo

(ARA) Summertime is tick time, as people and opens some eyes. “Lyme disease is a huge concern, their pets take to the great outdoors, enjoying camp- but we want people to know there are several other ing, hiking, parks or even their own backyards. After tick-borne diseases out there that can be just as spending time outdoors, it’s important to check both harmful,” says Pat Smith, president of LDA. Common Tick-Borne Diseases your family and your dog for ticks. Most tick-borne illnesses are difficult to diag- The following examples are some of the most common tick- Ticks are known to spread Lyme disease, but are nose based on symptoms alone, according to Dr. borne diseases that infect dogs. also capable of carrying multiple tick-borne dis- Stephen Levy, a Durham, Conn. veterinarian who eases, including canine Anaplasmosis found in the has been on the forefront of tick-borne disease • Lyme disease is transmitted by the deer ticks. The most common blacklegged tick. These diseases create a more dan- research for the past two decades. Many dogs exhib- visible signs of Lyme disease infection are recurrent arthritis and gerous outdoor environment for people and their it no outward evidence of Lyme disease infection or lameness that lasts for three to four days, sometimes accompanied four-legged friends. the lesser-known tick-borne diseases. by loss of appetite and depression. Lyme disease signs may come and go. In many dogs, the signs are not apparent or may not appear During clinic visits, veterinarians are seeing “With the potential range of symptoms brought for several months after infection. more dogs suffering from co-infection, making a on by Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections, • Canine Ehrlichiosis first appeared in dogs in the early 1970s. The very troubling situation. As dogs suffer from symp- I encourage pet owners to make testing a standard brown dog tick commonly transmits this disease. It has three phas- toms brought on by more than one tick-borne dis- part of their dogs’ veterinary exams,” says Levy. An es of symptoms – acute, subclinical and chronic. Dogs experiencing ease, their immune systems may become weaker in-clinic, diagnostic test is available so dog owners the acute phase may demonstrate symptoms including fever, dis- making their recovery more difficult. can learn if their pets have contracted a tick-born charge from eyes and nose, lack of appetite, depression, weight loss or swollen lymph glands. Dr. Matt Eberts, a veterinarian in Brainerd, disease such as Lyme disease or canine Ehrlichiosis, • Canine Anaplasmosis is sometimes referred to as dog fever, or Minn., says that 40 percent of the dogs he examines yet another disease transmitted from ticks, prior to dog tick fever. It is transmitted by the deer tick, the same tick that test positive for Lyme disease. Even more troubling, leaving the clinic. The test also screens for heart- transmits Lyme. Symptoms are often arthritis-like, with multiple though, is that 50 percent of dogs entering his clinic worm, a disease transmitted by mosquitoes. painful joints. Other symptoms include high fever accompanied by show signs of canine Anaplasmosis. The symptoms While getting your dog tested is important for lethargy, vomiting and diarrhea. • Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever of this disease are often arthritis-like with multiple your pet’s health, it can also be important for your is transmitted from the American dog tick or the wood tick. In most cases, the disease lasts about two painful joints, among other indicators. “There’s real- family’s health. Smith believes dogs can serve as weeks, but in severe cases can end in death. Symptoms include joint ly no way for pet owners to know what’s wrong with sentinels for people. “With their furry coats, prox- swelling and pain, as well as neurological abnormalities. their dogs without getting their dogs checked regu- imity to the ground, and propensity to roll in larly,” says Eberts. leaves and other groundcover, dogs are many times Organizations such as the national Lyme Disease more likely to come in contact with ticks than their Association (LDA) have been educating people owners,” she notes. about the potential dangers of ticks for years and For more information on tick-borne disease, visit hope what is learned in the veterinary community www.LymeDiseaseAssociation.org.

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CALENDAR NOTICE: The Community Calendar, published every other week, is compiled by Pam Tryon. The “Get Involved” section is published Community Calendar only during the first calendar of each month. To be considered, send all upcoming events to [email protected] with “ATTN: Community Calendar” in the subject line. Listings must be in paragraph format, 50 words or less, and submitted on Wednesday at noon prior to the following Wednesday’s issue. Listings are published as room permits.

June 8 at 1 p.m. for bidder registration and plant June 16 or www.peacockfoundation.org. 60th Annual San Fernando Valley Fair inspection). First Christian Church, 221 Father’s Day Celebration by the Don [June 8, 4-10 p.m.; June 9, 4 p.m.-12 S. 6th St., Burbank. Visit Tuttle Senior Center for men and women Extreme Klezmer Makeover Concert, an a.m.; June 10, 12 p.m.-12 a.m.; June 11, www.orchidssc.org. age 55 and over. 10 a.m. McCambridge afternoon of exuberant rhythms and 12 p.m.-10 p.m.]. Including shows, Recreation Center, 1515 Glenoaks, melodies from the musical traditions of exhibits, a petting zoo, arts and crafts, 60th Annual San Fernando Valley Fair Burbank. RSVP to (818) 238-5367. 19th century Eastern European wedding live music and more. $7 adults, $4 chil- [June 8-11, see June 8 listing for details]. dance music, 20th century American big dren and seniors. Hansen Dam Sports June 17 band jazz and Yiddish theater. 2 p.m. Center, 11400 Foothill Blvd., Lake View June 11 Fabulous Father’s Day Fun. Let Dad FREE. North Hollywood Regional Library, Terrace. Call Bobbi Rubinstein at (818) 25th Annual Ahead with Horses Day with know what he means to you by creating a 5211 Tujunga Ave. Call (818) 766-7185. 991-6100 or visit www.sfvalleyfair.org. silent auction, demonstration by children personalized key chain just for him. Ages with disabilities on horses at 1 p.m., 5 and up. 1:30-4 p.m. FREE. Forest North Hollywood High School All Alumni June 9 nature trail adventure, piñata, music, Lawn-Glendale, 1712 S. Glendale Blvd. Picnic and Class of 1941’s 65th Reunion. 60th Annual San Fernando Valley Fair magic and more. $12 Donation $12, kids RSVP (800) 204-3131 or visit 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Campus quad. RSVP to Al [June 8-11, see June 8 listing for details]. 4-12 $6, kids 3 and under FREE. All pro- www.forestlawn.com. Held (818) 763-4857 or Gail Coyle (818) ceeds go to Ahead with Horses disabled 766-8915. June 10 children. Lunch (12-4 p.m.) included with Glendale Quilt Guild Workshop. Cathy Boomer TV. See classic episodes of admission. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 9311 Del Van Bruggen’s workshop will be on her 1950s television (Sergeant Preston of Arroyo Dr., Sun Valley. Call (818) 767- never taught before new quilt called ONGOING the Yukon, The Lone Ranger, The Cisco 6373. “Summer.” 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Visit Kid) on a big screen. 2 p.m. FREE. North www.glendalequiltguild.org or Academy’s Great to be Nominated Hollywood Regional Library, 5211 What a Pair! 4 Celebrity Concert of www.cathyvb.com. Screening Series through Aug. 28. Tujunga Ave. Call (818) 766-7185. Broadway songs performed by “pairs” of Showcasing the Best Picture nominees famous women to benefit breast cancer June 18 from 1958-76. Samuel Goldwyn Theater, That Great and Dreadful Day…Tall Tales research at the John Wayne Cancer Father’s Day! 8949 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. Call from the American Swamp, the Black Institute. Jamie Lee Curtis chairs. 7:30 Mobile Pet Adoption: Come adopt a won- (310) 247-3000 ext. 111. June 12, Who’s Tongued Bells’ swamp opera. Limited p.m. Tickets available at Wiltern/LG derful dog or cat. Sponsored by the L.A. Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966). June 19, seating. $5. 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) Theatre box office, 3790 Wilshire Blvd., Department of Animal Services. 11 a.m.- Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? (1967). Hallenbeck’s General Store & Main L.A. on Sat. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or 4 p.m. Washington Mutual Bank, Ventura June 20, Bonnie and Clyde (1967). Street Café, 5510 Cahuenga Blvd. through Ticketmaster. Call (310) 499- and Laurel Canyon Blvds., Studio City. (between Magnolia and Burbank), North 4888 or visit www.whatapair.org. Call (213) 485-8542 or visit www.laani- ALOUD at Central Library. FREE (unless Hollywood. Call (818) 985-5916 or visit malservices.com. noted). Mark Taper Auditorium, Central www.theblacktonguedbells.com. M. Gray Music Academy Open House with Library, Fifth & Flower Streets, L.A. music recital. Hosted by TV/radio person- L.A. Recorder Orchestra “French RSVP at www.aloudla.org or call (213) L.A. Recorder Orchestra “French ality Ananda Lewis. This nonprofit school, Connection” Concert [June 10, Glendale 228-7025. June 7, 7 p.m., Tom Lutz, Connection” Concert [June 10, First founded by Macy Gray, offers a wide & June 18, L.A., see June 10 listing for Doing Nothing: A History of Loafers, Congregational Church of Glendale, range of music education instruction for details]. Loungers, Slackers, and Bums in 2001 Canada Blvd. & June 18, St. Bede’s students 5-18. Open house 2 p.m., America. June 8, 7 p.m., Life as Art, Art Episcopal Church, 3590 Grand View recital at 3 p.m. FREE. 4716 Vineland June 21 as Life. June 11, 3 p.m., David Ornette Ave., North Hollywood. Call (818) 508- Cherry, Ensemble for Improvisors. June Blvd., L.A.] Conducted by Thomas Blood Pressure Check by the Don Tuttle 8733. 12, 7 p.m., The Battle Over Books: Axworthy. Dances, serenades and Senior Center for men and women age Authors and Publishers Take on the anthems by French composers ranging 55 and over. 9:30-11 a.m. McCambridge “Teeny Tiny Things; Great Big Fun” FREE Google Print Library Project. June 16, from Ravel and Offenbach to Debussy, all Recreation Center, 1515 Glenoaks, family day at Pasadena Museum of 7 p.m. & June 17, 3 p.m., Loretta arranged for recorder orchestra. 2 p.m. Burbank. RSVP to (818) 238-5367. FREE. Visit www.larohome.org. History. Child-friendly tours of the Livingston & dancers, Blooming, Re- Miniatures exhibit, musical perfor- Joyce-ing. June 20, 7 p.m., Josh Kun & Hearing Loss Assoc.-SFV Meeting. They mances by harp/flute duo Arpa y Aulos, R.J. Smith, The Color of Sound: A American Association of University offer support, information and education puppet shows and workshops by Conversation about Race, Music and Women Luncheon. Stephanie Ragle, a for people experiencing hearing loss. 10- Conservatory of Puppetry Arts, refresh- the City. June 21, 7 p.m., Alan Furst, Southern California Institute of 11:30 a.m. More Than Waffles ments and more. 1-4 p.m. 470 W. Walnut The Foreign Correspondent: A Novel. Architecture student, presents her pro- Restaurant, 17200 Ventura Blvd., Encino St., Pasadena. Call (626) 577-1660 or June 22, 7 p.m., Annual Emerging posal for an urban wetland in Compton, in the Town & Country Shopping Mall, visit www.pasadenahistory.org. Voices Reading. which would use houses as a water lower level. Call (818) 785-8858. purification system built into Compton Creek. 11 a.m. $20. Buon Gusto 60th Annual San Fernando Valley Fair June 24 100 Years of Art and Design: Art and [June 8-11, see June 8 listing for details]. Architecture of Forest Lawn Exhibit Ristorante, 15535 Devonshire St., Peace Corps Workshop. All you need to through July 16. Over 90, never before Mission Hills. Call (818) 884-9910. know about volunteering and serving in June 14 seen, works of art including original the U.S. Peace Corps. 2 p.m. FREE. North Glendale Quilt Guild Meeting. Cathy Van blueprints, park exteriors and aerial Community Fair presented by Hollywood Regional Library, 5211 Bruggen will present a lecture on “All views of the five Forest Lawn parks. Windermere Real Estate, Bill Toth & Tujunga Ave. Call (818) 766-7185. Associates. Including child safety ID kits About Appliqué. She will be doing needle FREE. Forest Lawn-Glendale, 1712 S. Glendale Blvd. Call (800) 204-3131 or w/photos, self-defense tips for kids, food, turn appliqué. 7 p.m. Glendale Central June 25 face painting and raffle prizes. 11-3 p.m. Library, 222 E. Harvard. Visit www.glen- visit www.forestlawn.com. Project Nightlight Fundraiser. Wine FREE. 4417 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank. dalequiltguild.org or www.cathyvb.com. tasting, appetizers, chocolate tasting, Call Shari Vanole (818) 257-1744, Chris Slow Dance on the Killing Ground per- fashion boutique, silent auction, and Vanole (818) 807-8926, or visit June 15 forms Thurs., Fri, & Sat. at 8 p.m. June 22 more at Frank.Studio. Project www.sharivanole.com. “Memory & Aging” with Dr. Swain, part of through July 29. Written by William Nightlight uses MTV-styled short films, the Don Tuttle Senior Center’s Healthy Hanley and directed by Mark Thomas high-energy music, hip fashion and 66th Annual Orchid Auction by the Orchid Living Lecture Series for men and women Boergers. Reserve tickets online for $15 extreme sports to grab teens’ attention Society of Southern California. Door prize age 55 and over. 10 a.m. McCambridge at www.AthenaTheatre.com or purchased and empower them to speak out raffle, orchid culture tips, free refresh- Recreation Center, 1515 Glenoaks, at the door for $20 (cash only). Lounge against child abuse. To sponsor or ments, and more. 2-5 p.m. (doors open Burbank. RSVP to (818) 238-5367. Theatre, 6201 Santa Monica Blvd., attend, visit www.projectnightlight.org Hollywood. The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 15 San Diego: A Great Weekend Getaway with Your Dog

SAN DIEGO – San Diego’s near perfect climate you reach the beach. Foot shower and free dog litter and endless variety of outdoor activities make it the bags at the entrance to the run. ideal pet-friendly destination. If your weekend get- • Del Mar Dog Beach – Del Mar: (October thru away includes your pooch, get outdoors and enjoy May off-leash) Located at Via de la Valle and the wonderful dog beaches and dog parks that San Highway 101 at the river mouth. Off-leash area is Diego has to offer. north of 29th Street.

Tips for Trips to Beaches and Parks San Diego Dog Parks and Recreation Areas • Make sure that your dog is wearing a current • Nate’s Point – Balboa Park: (24 hr. off-leash) license and has all its required, up-to-date vaccina- Located at Balboa Drive off El Prado, south side of tions. Cabrillo Bridge. • Keep your dog on a leash until you get to the • Morley Field Dog Park -Balboa Park: (24 hr. designated off-leash area. off-leash) Located northwest of the tennis courts at • Always clean up after your pet. Morely Field. • Bring plenty of water and a portable bowl to • Embarcadero Marina Park North & South – keep your dog hydrated during playtime. San Diego Bay: (leashed only) Runs parallel to Pacific Highway. 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. • San Diego Dog Beaches Grape Street Dog Park – South Park: (off- leash) Five-acre, unfenced area is available for off- • Dog Beach – Ocean Beach: (24 hr. off-leash) leash use Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 9 Located at the west end of Voltaire Street. p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Located • Fiesta Island – Mission Bay: (off-leash) at Grape Street and Granada Avenue. Located in Mission Bay Park, dogs are allowed in all • Dusty Rhodes Park – Ocean Beach: (24-hr. off- areas except for the Youth Campground and Least leash) One-and-a-half acre, fenced area. Located on Tern nesting sites (seasonal). Daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunset Cliffs Boulevard between Nimitz and West • North Beach Dog Run – Coronado: (24 hr. off- Point Loma Boulevard. Closed Mondays from 6 to 9 leash) Located on Ocean Boulevard near Sunset a.m. for maintenance. Park at the northern end of the beach next to the U.S. Article courtesy of Naval Station entrance. Dogs must be leashed until the San Diego Convention & Visitor’s Bureau and Petco.

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By Lainie Nelson

UJUNGA – PHD Animals is back! Where were they, through tunnels…what fun! The dogs love it. en-years-old. you say? Very busy. Kathryn Segura created PHD Dogs are loyal pets that want to please their This team of devoted animal lovers also includes T Animals 24 years ago. Now it includes a team of human friends. When they are able to learn com- Trainer, Madeleine Kline and Business Development trainers headed by the amazing Segura. Their heartfelt mands and understand what you need and want from Manager, Khaki Rodway McKee; between them they mission is to train people to train their dogs into the them, not only does their self-esteem soar but a have over 50 years of experience training animals. “perfect house dog,” which is what “PHD” stands for: stronger bond is created. It’s an empowering experi- PHD Animals is planning their grand reopening at Perfect House Dog. They know what they’re doing too. ence for everyone involved, and the results are their Tujunga location for Sunday, June 11, from 2:00 to Segura and her team go way beyond “sit and stay” astounding and rewarding. 6:00 p.m. training. PHD 1 for Beginners includes: basic training When your dog graduates from PHD 1, he gets a cer- This is an event not to be missed, with a live broad- for: come, sit, stay, and also deals with distractions tificate showing that he is now a “CGC,” or Canine Good cast on www.DogCatRadio.com, and advanced dog per- that could attract their attention away from what you Citizen. This can be more important than just the piece formances by some of PHD’s star pupils. You can meet need them to do. From her extensive movie experi- of paper it’s written on. Several insurance companies Segura and her team and schedule evaluations for your ence, she teaches dogs to “hit their mark,” a very valu- will not issue a homeowners policy if you own a breed dog, which, by the way, are free! able tool. The dog knows exactly where to go, and you like a pit bull, but in some states you can, with a CGC. Come see for yourself how unique and successful know exactly where he is. This certificate is evidence that your dog has been this form of dog training can be when led by a team After graduation from PHD 1, they can go through trained to obey and is not a threat to society. of professionals. intermediate PHD 2, and then on to advanced PHD 3 And age is really not a factor. You can teach an old PHD Animals is located at 9934 1/2 Commerce Ave. training, where they jump through hoops and run dog new tricks! Certainly, one that is five, six, or sev- in Tujunga. Call (818) 744-4254 for more information. Photos by Alan Davis, Pet Pix Pet Alan Davis, by Photos

Leah Manoff and Monty at PHD Animals. Biscuit, Poopie, Scout, Rusty, Nemo, and Kimba.

The Tolucan Times says thank you to all of our contributors who made this AnnualAnnual PetPet IssueIssue possible.possible. 18 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier

Dr. Shirley Geller with her grandchildren Tyler and Claire, her “The Tolucan Times” columnist grandnephew Ethan, and her pet children Jonathon and Bryteyes. Nancy Marlow with her new “baby,” Ruby Rose.

Joe Mantegna and his dogs, Chooch and Roxy.

Dina Takouris with Hayley, a senior Maltie-girl adopted from West Valley Shelter.

Photo by Ron Densford Ron by Photo L.A. Animal Services General Manager Ed Boks and friend at the Best Friends Adoption Event on June 4. L.A. Shelters now have about 200 spayed/neutered rabbits and an overflow of cats. Please visit your local shelter and ADOPT!

In Honor of Emily ~ Your sweetness and warmth are missed, your beauty and grace are memories, but your strength of spirit shall remain in my heart forever. ~ 1993-2006

The Fleck Family (Paul, Denise, Haiku, Rico and Bonsai) hopes that all animals will have their dreams come true.

Celebrating Rocky

Members of East Valley Shelter staff surround Rocky Lisa (fourth from right) as they present him with a jacket for his longtime service as a dedicated Animal Services volunteer. Rocky, whom we lost earlier this year to lung cancer, was adored by both the staff and the animals he cared for. We take comfort in knowing that many of his four-legged friends will be waiting for him beyond the Rainbow Bridge. Rocky, we miss you! The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 19 Barking It Up for Microchipping! Alan Weissman by Photo

By Sandy Wells

She turns heads wherever she goes. an example. “If more people had their Striking star quality charisma and looks, pets microchipped, more beloved pets this stunning gal transcends all language would have been returned home. The barriers. She walks the talk. No bones companies allow not just a local number about it. This female has a mission, and to be listed as a contact, but out-of-state she’s hot to trot the pavement to get it and even out of the country. So if there’s done! Lulu the Collie is fast becoming the a communication problem, other friends “barksperson” to raise public awareness and/or relatives can be contacted to res- and promotion of microchipping pets. cue the animal. Collars can come off and Coco d’Este and Lulu. Born on Pearl Harbor Day, Dec. 7, then the pet has nothing to identify them- 1998, to father Lassie VIII, mother Star selves. Anyone can take the animal in to Attraction, Lulu, was adopted at eight- the vet or pound to get it scanned for a Lulu in other venues such as an appear- Valley International Film Festival Gala, weeks-old by celebrity actress-writer, chip – free!” It’s the pet’s best chance to ance on the TV show, Ghost Whisperer, In which had heavy celebrity attendance. Coco d’Este, who is also Lulu’s trainer. be claimed. the Mix, First Miss Dog Beauty Pageant “Everyone wanted their picture taken With parents like that, she was pre- D’Este is also working to get the City and the Ralph Lauren Kids Polo with her!” ordained to be in showbiz, but her owner of Los Angeles and microchip companies Collection print ads. “Lulu has made The panting image of her sable col- wants to accomplish more than that. to provide low-cost clinics. “I haven’t got- many personal appearances to help pro- ored daddy, Lulu is hand-command, ver- “I want to help other animals, and if it ten my calls returned yet! Some vets mote other animal causes (Paw’d Squad, bal and spelling trained to perform many takes Lulu’s celebrity to open that door, charge too much and a lot of people can’t PETA, ASPCA, Wildlife Way Station, Pet tricks. Lulu is AKC Canine Good Citizen then she’s more than happy to partici- afford it, especially if they have more Orphans, Humane Society), as well as Program certified and is being certified pate.” As if on cue, Lulu barks her than one pet.” D’Este invites the public to just being the celebrity she is.” They both as a therapy dog, which gives her entrée approval! contact their local neighborhood council, were guests at a recent convention to hospitals, nursing homes and other “Most people don’t know you can get veterinaries and pet stores and request (where Lulu’s “pawtograph” was given establishments where a healing pres- just about any pet microchipped,” d’Este that they help with this mission. out to raise money for animal rescues), ence and friendly face is needed. informs us. “Mice, rabbits, birds…” She Aside from her quest to further as well as presenters of a Special For more information on Lulu, go to sites the Hurricane Katrina disaster as microchipping, d’Este has been booking Recognition Award at the San Fernando her website www.LuluTheCollie.com. 20 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier

in the process. about how animals suffer that it was unlikely the bar- The Edgy Report The FBI has designated the under human oppression, as barous treatment of dogs and ALF as America’s number one well as to present philosophi- monkeys in the footage was By Charlotte Laws domestic terrorist threat, in cal arguments as to why ani- against the law. And even if it spite of the fact that those act- mals are of equal value to was, prosecution tends to result ing on its behalf have never humans and worthy of equal in nothing more than a slap on physically harmed anyone. The consideration. I wanted my the wrist. Because animals are My Adventure Presenting contacted my family, friends same cannot be said of unions, audience to understand that property, and the law generally Animal Rights Philosophy and criminal attorney. who have reportedly instigated anti-terrorism resources finds it acceptable to use and to the FBI I don’t really have a criminal 2,193 acts of violence in the should be used to combat dan- kill animals for human gain, attorney, but I have a friend last 10 years – including near gerous groups who fly planes imposing prison terms and who regularly handles high-pro- fatal injuries – and anti-abor- into buildings, rather than steep fines on large corpora- n April 13, 2006, I file cases. He furrowed his tion activists who have made renegade gerbil lovers. It would tions – who have even larger received a strange phone bushy brow and cautioned, 13,256 attacks in the past not be realistic to suggest that lawyers – is rare. O call at my Los Angeles “Don’t do anything. Let me three decades against doctors animal-related “crimes” be During my lecture, I was able home from an FBI Special Agent check this out first. The FBI and clinics, including murders, ignored, but I argued they be to get several law enforcement Instructor named Andy. railroad innocent people all the kidnappings and bombings. By deprioritized in an age when executives to admit openly that It was strange because the time.” comparison, ALF-attributed chemical, biological and nucle- they would break the law, if nec- FBI had never before contacted My anxiety multiplied when actions are quite rare. ar warfare are possible. essary, to rescue an animal in me. Did I breach some obscure an animal person said, “only In 2003, hate crimes My presentation began with distress, although they did not statute? I remembered a book traitors talk to the govern- totaled approximately 7,400 undercover video footage specifically agree to break into a of absurd laws, which said that ment,” and a non-animal friend and recognized violations of inside a vivisection lab. It research lab or factory farm. in my neighborhood it was ille- advised me to take a lawyer environmental laws by corpora- showed a man in a white coat This was quite an accomplish- gal to spit on the sidewalk, with me and to refuse to “name tions hit 450. Senator Barack pounding on a beagle puppy ment because prior to the pre- drive in a housecoat or allow names” when “testifying before Obama says he is baffled as to and forcing tubes down several sentation, Andy had privately animals to mate publicly within the House Un-American why the ALF is the foremost tar- dogs’ throats; the animals told me that any FBI agent who 1,500 feet of a school or Activities Committee.” “I don’t get, since the FBI itself has were clearly in distress. I sur- did not or could not (for ethical church. Had my little, white ter- have any names,” I protested. stated that ALF-attributed mised cleaning liquids or pesti- reasons) uphold all U.S. laws rier been committing impure I felt the real purpose crimes are on the decline. cides would be poured down would be fired. My audience acts at Toluca Lake behind the FBI’s invitation had Decision day arrived, and my the tubes, since they were rou- was mostly non-FBI, so they Elementary? to do with their misguided aim criminal attorney gave me the tinely tested at this lab. surely kept their jobs. It turned out Special Agent to infiltrate the Animal flickering yellow light, warning Andy shouted from the back After the lecture, Andy asked Andy wanted me to fly to Liberation Front (ALF), which me that my visit would prompt of the room, “The FBI will pros- me, “Could you come back and Quantico, Va. to lecture law cannot be infiltrated because it the FBI to open a file on me. ecute this sort of cruelty if speak again?” enforcement executives and is an ideology rather than an “Well, I plan to open a file videos like this are brought to “I doubt it. Unfortunately, I managers from around the organization. There are no on them, too,” I assured him. our attention.” don’t fare well on long plane world about animal philosophy, meetings, mailing lists or mem- “But, I promise not to put any I pointed out that obtaining rides.” keeping in mind “the mindset bership cards. Anybody can falsehoods in my file if they undercover video is illegal in He added, “Well, maybe you and methodologies of terrorists claim to be a member of the don’t put any falsehoods in itself, even more so with the could give me the name of and the government’s ALF when rescuing animals, theirs.” advent of the Animal someone who could.” response.” destroying “tools of torture” “Go if you want. It’s legit, Enterprise Terrorism Act, which I grinned and replied, “I It was an unusual request – (such as research equipment) but take my number in case.” states that a person can be knew you’d ask me to name even for an animal rights advo- or financially depleting a corpo- My plan was to serve as an prosecuted if he or she causes names. I have no choice but to cate, such as myself, with a ration that abuses animals, as ambassador for the animal over $10,000 worth of eco- report this in my secret file.” doctorate in philosophy – so I long as he or she does not rights movement and to convey nomic damage to a corporation did what anyone would do: I injure a human or nonhuman through my lecture the truth that uses animals. Showing undercover video could cause Charlotte Laws is a member of investors to sell their stocks, the Greater Valley Glen Council and decimating profits. Those who authors a chapter of the book, unveil the video could face “Igniting a Revolution: Voices in SAVE A LIFE! time in prison and fines. Defense of Mother Earth” (pub- ADOPT FROM YOUR LOCAL ANIMAL SHELTER In addition, I told the crowd lished April 2006).

Hi, we’re some of the wonderful animals currently waiting at East Valley Shelter.* We are friendly, affectionate, adoptable, left here by owners who no longer choose to find the time or money to care for us. Sherman Oaks Veterinary Group is proud to sponsor LA City Shelter Pet Adoption This abandoned cat urgently needs new home:

#A792175 Zelda *Black and white tuxedo teenager with lots of long white whiskers, #788644-45 Nutter and Butter #784300 Whiskey #789691 Pepper big ears and a mischievous These two beautiful rabbits are both boys, but they This extremely sweet boy, New Zeland White, was Very loveable, Pepper is an eager dark expression. This 10 mo. old girl is are neutered and totally bonded to each other. They a little boy’s pet, given up because of “landlord.” He gray/white boy who enjoys being held and pet- are very friendly, have been house pets for almost 2 has been in the shelter over 2 months and is ted. Like the others, he’s NEUTERED and ready petite and extremely cute! She has years and then given up because their owner now becoming depressed. He so needs a forever loving to go to a good, safe home. YOURS?? a sweetheart personality; alert and claims “no time” for them. Are you the right person to home. give them time, love and space to live happy lives? very friendly; great attitude. Loves ** There are currently about 200 SPAYED/NEUTERED rabbits in the 6 L.A. City Shelters. people, Loves to sit on your lap, Many are also now litterbox trained. Please come and adopt them! good with cats, dogs and kids!! To Please, save our lives! Call the shelter TODAY! Take us home! adopt Zelda, call SOUTH LA SHELTER, 213- 485- 0117. *South LA Shelter cannot guarantee the length of time these animals will be available. Hurry! Come see us and the many oth- East Valley Animal Shelter er wonderful adoptables at: 13131 Sherman Way, North Hollywood • (818) 756-9323 To adopt, call (818) 756-9323 (East Valley Shelter) VIEW THE ANIMALS AT ALL 6 CITY SHELTERS AT: VIEW ADOPTABLES AT ALL 6 CITY SHELTERS: www.LAanimalservices.com www.LAanimalservices.com 13624 Moorpark (818) 788-VETS OPEN ADOPT! DON’T BUY, Sherman Oaks 7 DAYS (818) 784-9977 WHILE SO MANY HOMELESS ANIMALS DIE! The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 21 911VETS Pioneers Support Divine Paws Pet System Targeting the Home Sitting & Dog Walking Pet Medical Care Market Takes Care of Your

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OS ANGELES – Intent on OS ANGELES – Sherry Heyerly, owner of Divine Paws Pet improving pet medical care Sitting & Dog Walking, is a long-time resident of Toluca L in the Los Angeles commu- L Lake who has turned her passion for animals into one of nity, 911VETS is taking bold the fastest growing and in-demand pet sitting services. Her steps to assist enterprising pet reputation for dedication and integrity is widely recognized health care providers with the throughout the pet community. This, combined with her gen- often laborious job of efficiently catering to the home pet medi- uine love for animals, creates for her an extensive and loyal cal care market. clientele. Heyerly takes care of all types of animals and will pro- 911VETS strives to offer the vide safe, loving care in YOUR HOME! community organized, compre- She is a proud member of Pet Sitters International, the hensive home pet medical care world’s largest organization for professional pet sitters. PSI’s and transport through a growing strong code of “High Quality Care Standards” have lead Heyerly team of dedicated veterinarians and veterinary technicians. The to further educate herself and graduate from PSI’s in-depth company is presently building accreditation program. She has become the first accredited pet its network of these house call The growing group of 911VETS. sitter in our area and has now joined the elite group of pet sitters providers whose services are that distinguish themselves through their quest for excellence! contracted in order to provide Heyerly was inspired to leave her job of many years at a very for the 24-hour medical and an all-time high, pets represent family. In addition, the value of high-profile dental office in Beverly Hills to do in-home pet sitting non-medical needs of the grow- a large, growing industry for in-home services increase in ing base of 911VETS mem- marketers. Consulting firm general due to skyrocketing and dog walking full-time, from friend’s and colleagues who recog- bers/clients. McKinsey & Company expects fuel costs and loss of produc- nized her knack for relating to animals. She figured why not take all 911VETS Network Providers the U.S. market for pet products tivity as a result of ever-wors- the years of gently caring for her celebrity patients and combine are independent contractors and services to reach $35.8 bil- ening traffic conditions.” that with her passion for the animals to create a pet sitting busi- and entrepreneurs who seek to lion by 2007. For additional information ness that reflects her personal values and love for animals! increase their existing produc- As 911VETS Founder/ regarding 911VETS call (866) For more information, call Divine Paws at (818) 506-6103 or tion, while maintaining their Medical Director Dr. Steven 4911VET (838). The company’s own businesses or employ- Weinberg states, “Our growth website is www.911vets.com. visit www.divinepaws.com. ment. All 911VETS Providers is self-perpetuating and stems are dedicated professionals from the increasing desire for whose overall goal is to in-home pet medical services improve pet health care in their as they become available. community. People appreciate the comfort With U.S. pet ownership at of pet care at home with the 22 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier

the unexpected (or expected?). that? Why turn gardens into responsibility. The areas are Talk with Jackie The playful spirits were conta- warehouses? Our potential clean. We can do that, call city gious, and we all laughed open space can’t be any more council. By Jackie Joseph together at the little dogs tug- expensive than New York City ging at the big dogs toys, at the real estate. The investment in Animals Need Our Help ones that chased in circles until serenity is priceless. Let’s think they turned to butter, the uppity of how to get peaceful and con- Support local organizations Good News for Animals… was spent in a large fenced elegant breeds that chased venient places where people and the good shelters. Like the bow-wow park in Washington their tails just as much as the and their treasured pets can Burbank Animal Shelter where Square, a huge open space park mutts, all peaceful. One busy just be and de-stress. (And, I Dr. Martin Small donates his want to talk about the possi- in lower Manhattan. (Seeing terrier mix retrieved its flying toy thought, what a great place to time and skills, but still needs bilities we have to raise the Harry Connick Jr. in Pajama that looked like a whole slice of meet someone with common supplies and meds. Dr. Small is Ilevel of life for folks in our Game ran a tight “wow-wow” watermelon. His lovely owner interests, better than a bar or on the Board of Actors and community and improve the lives second.) Anyway, this play area patiently kept tossing it, some- the net.) Others for Animals, and he will of their pets while we’re at it. was created for people with times another dog caught it, but In Paris, we were attracted to support the Celebrity Toast for We’ve just returned from dogs and for us dog watchers. they worked it out. What a an older gent with his dog. He Dick Van Dyke. Big way to have Europe via New York. My num- The owners relaxed on the side- relaxed thing in a hectic city. would stop and talk to old com- fun and help animals at the ber one favorite N.Y. moment lines with plastic bags ready for Why can’t we use space like rades, and his patient dog same time. So, save Aug. 26 for would wait, receive a gentle pat this auction, luncheon and now and then. Then the part- roasty toast to the darling Dick ners, man and dog, walked off Van Dyke. Naturally, you will in the comfort of each other. The hear a lot from me on this love and loyalty was a given, tak- event… en for granted. Best friends. So sweet to see. One rarely sees a Love and Responsibility stray dog there. Perhaps they have more compassionate laws (Or the Lack of It) for apartment owners? If we Dogs and cats, they need us, could get rid of more “no dogs we need them. We can depend allowed” rules, we could have on their unconditional love. Pets more people with good compan- have been bred to depend on ions and happier lives. And us. The reality is, pets are often more dogs with a happy home. It let down by humans. It must be does work both ways. If apart- confusing. Just stroll through an ment owners are worried about animal shelter, see how bewil- damage, charge a fee. And, real- dered they look. Just sad and ly, when someone moves, the perplexed. Baffled that their per- painting has to be redone, the son abandoned them. Can you carpets replaced anyway. So, do something about it? maybe not such a big deal? For starters, spay and neuter Something to work for… your pets. No need to add to the Dogs have a lot of access in huge population of unwanted Parisian partners: A senior Europe. And many cities supply domestic animals that will end gentleman with his best friend, clean-up bags from colorful con- up in the shelters. Happy and safe playtime at the dog park in New York’s Washington Square. in the comfort of each other. tainers, with gentle reminders of We’ll talk. The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 23 An Intuitive Offers Help and Healing for Pets and People

By Dina Takouris following the loss of my dear lit- stressful environment, and now more frightened and more ify that Petie did indeed recover tle Maltese, Gracie, on Monday you are another strange person standoffish. For a smooth tran- and has remained well. Now, if and then the following and a new household. Give your sition, allow the animal to come she can just get Petie and Wednesday my little Dutch rab- new friend a quiet place of his to you on her terms, to commu- Pepper to stop fighting. Sandy, bit, Petie (I call him Pete-heart) own in your home for the first nicate what she needs from you. can you tell my two Dutch boys fell ill, I asked Sandy for help few days, so he/she has time to In closing, Sandy gave a very that Mom needs peace in the with my rescued sweeties. feel secure. Then slowly intro- contented Petie a healing treat- Lagomorph Lounge?? “He has digestive problems,” duce children and other pets. ment. “Don’t worry so much, You may reach Sandy Smith Sandy offered, stroking Petie. Put your new pet’s needs Mom,” she relayed. “I’m going to by phone at (800) 579-4622, e- “He was fed unsuitable table- ahead of your own. If you try to be fine.” mail [email protected] or food where he was before. And exert too much control at this Five months have passed check out her website he has an underdeveloped point, the animal is likely to be since this reading, and I can ver- www.sandysmith.info. digestive system, which will always be sensitive.” After some quiet thought she added, “He still misses his mother.” In fact, Petie was left at the animal shelter indeed too small to be away from his mother. I noticed signs of digestive prob- Sandy Smith and Petie. lems in this tiny bunny and pulled him, only to rush him to the vet hospital three weeks lat- All of us who have adopted er with an intestinal issue that our pets from an animal shelter nearly took his life. or a rescue know that the four- She gave me some dietary legged or feathered friends we fiber recommendations (also welcome into our homes are supported by my vet) and unlike those adopted as babies; mused, “He says he wants they come with already-formed wheat.” personalities from a past which Although this isn’t something we know nothing about. We I normally give my rabbits, I pur- have no record of their health chased some 100 percent natu- history, their exact age or, most ral wheat cereal on my way home importantly, how they have been and placed a water-soaked bowl treated, and we’re often eager in front of my extraordinarily to understand what has shaped picky-eater. At first, Two-Food our newest family member’s Pete did what he always does particular disposition. with new offerings: he ignored it. “One thing is for certain,” Later I returned to clear away a says Sandy Smith, a fourth gen- surprisingly empty bowl! eration psychic, medium and Sandy offers these tips for healer of both people and pets, adopting a rescued or shelter “adult animals sense that you animal: have saved them and will be Provide a peaceful environ- uncommonly grateful and devot- ment when you bring your new ed to you.” pet home. Understand that an Having a very difficult time animal shelter is a noisy, fearful, 24 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Meet the New Heights Prep School Founders at the Pet Expo June 24 and 25

ORTHRIDGE – Meet the dynamic, founding team of New Heights Prep School – one of the Valley’s newest and most Nexciting independent schools – at the Animal Planet Pet Expo at Pierce College on June 24 and 25! New Heights Prep is an independent, co-educational, day school offering a rigorous, college-preparatory education in a supportive, student-centered environment. Their founding team includes Dr. Paul F. Cummins, founder of Crossroads School for the Arts and Sciences, co-founder of New Roads School (both in Santa Monica), and executive director of the New Visions Foundation. Dr. Cummins has brought the same inspiring vision and energy to New Heights Prep that have made Crossroads and New Roads Schools so successful (more than 99 percent of students go on to enroll at selec- tive colleges). At the heart of this vision is their emphasis on the fine arts, an interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning, and a commitment to developing intellectual curiosity and social responsibility in their students. New Heights Prep is currently accepting applications for grades 6-12. For more information about New Heights Preparatory School, please join them at their open houses on June 7 (w/Korean transla- tion) or on June 28 at 6 p.m. The guest speakers will include Crossroads’ founder and New Visions’ executive director Dr. Cummins, New Heights’ founder Igaal Barak, and Principal Joseph Perez. You can also learn more about New Heights Prep by visiting their booth at the Animal Planet Pet Expo at Pierce College on June 24 and 25, by visiting www.NewHeightsPrep.org, or you may schedule a private campus tour by calling (818) 993-3800.

New Heights Prep School is currently accepting applications for grades 6-12. The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 25

Do You Like Cats and Kittens? Kelly’s Training and Doggie Daycare Offers Personalized Playgroups

ORTH HOLLLYWOOD – Wouldn’t it be great if Nyour dog could not only have fun at daycare, but also improve her basic manners? This educational component is a complimentary service at Kelly’s Training Doggie Daycare. Trainer-owned and operated, this daycare and boarding facility puts your dog’s comfort, safety and fun as their top priorities. Only positive motivational training methods are used and all basic manners are reinforced with love, respect and a whole LOS ANGELES – KittenRescue is devoted to rescuing cats and kittens lot of praise. from the Los Angeles streets and shelter euthanasia. They need volun- Christine Shen of Studio City teers to help with fundraising, publicity, transportation, manning tele- says, “I only trust Kelly’s with my phone message lines, socializing kittens, etc., and they always need puppy. I would never go on vaca- good foster homes for cats and kittens while they are awaiting adoption if they weren’t here to care tion. KittenRescue also needs strong people to help set up and break for my puppy!” down equipment at weekend adoption events held all over L.A. If you Trust and respect for both would like to help out, adopt a furry, and/or make a tax-deductible canines and humans creates donation, visit www.kittenrescue.org or call (818) 347-3037. clients who are overwhelmingly satisfied. “We are caring for a Kelly’s offers a doggie daycare that will member of the family, and we improve your pooch’s basic manners. take our responsibility very seri- ously,” says Kelly Moren, trainer and owner. their unique personality, tem- large indoor play area. The unique structure of the perament and size. These For more information on daycare and boarding program groups play together throughout training, daycare or boarding, is designed with a trainer’s eye the day, lounging in the outdoor call (818) 985-4800 or stop by for both safety and maximum cabana, playing on the large 5224 Vineland Ave. in North educational fun! A thorough plush lawn, wading in the pool, Hollywood for an informational behavioral evaluation process napping in the quiet time rooms, packet. More information is allows Kelly to place dogs in watching the fish swim in the available online at www.kellys- small playgroups according to aquarium, or romping in the dogtraining.com. 26 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier

wildlife through the William come, and I name them after Beatles to the Hollywood Bowl. Valley Variety Holden Wildlife Foundation, and my favorite movie stars, Alice But he likes to refer to himself said, “The foundation is a life- Faye, Tyrone Power, Caesar as just “a lucky cowboy,” who is By Margie Barron long commitment that some- Romero and others. There are very at home on his ranch in times monopolizes my time. But a couple of squirrels I call Santa Ynez. He said, “My horses I believe that doing something Laurel and Hardy. I’m putting are some of my best pals. All the Animal Lovers and Pet cute pet stories. Grant himself worthwhile, along with having together a book on ‘The great qualities that a person Stories… bragged that he once had the animals around contributes to Animals in My Life,’ because has, such as loyalty, intelli- smartest dog in the world. He good health.” The stunningly they’ve all taught me so many gence, spirit, etc., are part of smiled and explained, “That dog beautiful and super-sweet wonderful things.” what makes these beautiful t the recent Pacific could make me do anything he actress always finds the time for Fred Travalena says he and creatures very special. That’s Pioneer Broadcasters trib- wanted me to do. That’s one her own family of pets, which his wife have a two-year-old ter- why I enjoy riding, to get out and Aute to the honorary mayor smart dog!” includes dogs, birds and horses rier, Keno, who loves to watch enjoy nature with my horse.” of Hollywood, Johnny Grant, it Stephanie Powers beamed – as she is dedicated to caring Animal Planet. “I’m not kidding; Kate Linder, the lovely was a wonderful opportunity to that her love for animals “has for all creatures great and small. it’s must-see TV for him. It all actress from The Young and the chat with celebrities about their enriched my life immeasurably.” Jane Withers cheerfully told started when he heard some Restless, says she hasn’t had love of animals and hear some She works to preserve precious me, “Animals have been so dogs barking on an Animal pets in awhile, “because I travel so much now, and I believe it really isn’t fair if you don’t have Bob Barker the time to give them the atten- and his tion they deserve. But I did have dog Federico. a poodle once named Fred. He

Photo by Margie Barron by Photo was a special dog who would go out and get the paper and bring it in to me.” Although he wasn’t at the latest PPB event, no pet story would be complete without acknowledging Bob Barker’s dedication to animals’ rights. “I’ve been an animal lover all my life, but it was wife, Dorothy Jo, who got me interested in animal welfare and the exploitation of animals. It led me to becoming a vegetarian.” And to this day, Jane Withers and Johnny Grant. Barker’s favorite message to friends and viewers of The Price Is Right is to remind them to important in my life. I’ve Planet show. I watched Keno as spay or neuter their pets. worked with the Animal he stared at the screen and Rescue, and I’m proud to say growled a little. He even went Animal Planet Spotlights the all five of my children have around to the back of the set to done that too. It’s good to learn see if the dogs were there. Now Animal Kingdom the responsibility that goes he’ll just sit in front of the TV along with having pets. We whenever any animals are on Animal Planet is the only can’t imagine life without the and watch the show. television network dedicated love and companionship that Bob Eubanks may be best exclusively to the connection pets and other animals give us. known as host of The Newlywed between humans and animals, Right now, in my backyard, I Game classic game show and and there are some exciting feed over 200 birds daily. I put as the visionary deejay/concert shows coming up sure to out the birdseed and they promoter who brought the please everyone in your family. Meerkat Manor actually follows a fascinating family of the cute mongoose-like mammals in a 13-part series premiering Friday, June 9. Narrated by Sean Astin (of Lord of the Rings fame and 24), the show focuses on family squabbles, love affairs and backstabbing in the meerkat mob. It’s really adorable. More dramatic is Gorillas Revisited with Sigourney Weaver, premiering Sunday, June 11. Weaver trav- els back to the jungle where she filmed Gorillas in the Mist (the life of gorilla conservation- ist Dian Fossey), to see if the fabled mountain gorillas have fought their way back from the brink of extinction. The legendary series Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom is back on the network, and upcoming is Caught in the Moment, which follows passionate wildlife filmmakers. Kudos to Animal Planet for their fresh array of programming that not only educates but also includes humor, drama and spectacle from the animal kingdom. The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 27 Dog Owners Prepare: New Spay/Neuter and Microchip Ordinance Effective Now

LOS ANGELES – In an effort to year 2004-05 the department that cannot be lost, falsified or improve public safety and reduce the impounded 40,174 dogs. During that altered is essential to reuniting number of stray dogs overwhelming year 18,804 dogs were euthanized. lost pets with their families. our animal shelters, the Los Angeles Despite strong efforts to place dogs Microchip implantation and regis- County Board of Supervisors has into new homes and reunite lost tration is available to all dog own- passed an ordinance proposed by dogs with their owners, there are still ers FREE of charge thanks to a Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich not enough adoptive homes avail- generous donation from the that requires all residents of unincor- able. This department is committed Found Animal Foundation. You porated areas in L.A. County to have to a “no-kill” philosophy. However, in may obtain your free microchip their dogs spayed or neutered and order to reach that goal we must first and registration at any L.A. County have an identification microchip greatly reduce the numbers of dogs animal shelter. Call ahead to con- implanted in each dog. The measure flooding our shelters. firm microchip clinic hours. became effective on June 3. The L.A. Spaying and neutering also pre- County Department of Animal Care sents many health benefits for dogs. Low-Cost Assistance and Control (DACC) will provide a 90- Certain types of cancers in dogs are day grace period to allow dog owners eliminated by spaying and neuter- Part of this new ordinance to comply. However, owners of dogs ing. Sterilized dogs are less likely to includes a $50 voucher program for that are impounded at a county shel- roam and therefore less likely to be senior citizens and low-income resi- ter during the 90-day grace period lost, hit by a car, injured in a fight or dents who have a state-issued will be required to comply immediate- abused. California Advantage Card. The ly. After the grace period, significant By spaying or neutering your dog, DACC also conducts low-cost spay fines and penalties will be imposed. you are helping solve the problem of and neuter programs at many coun- pet overpopulation. However, since ty shelters and has a list of veteri- Spay/Neuter some dogs cannot be spayed or narians who offer low-cost spay and neutered for certain reasons, this neuter surgeries. Unsterilized dogs are creating a ordinance has exemptions for these In addition, Actors and Others for crisis in L.A. County. Stray dogs are cases (see the website for more Animals currently provides FREE public safety hazards, and unsteril- information). spay or neuter services for all pit ized dogs are more likely to stray. bulls and rottweilers. Stray dogs can bite or attack people Microchips For more information about the L.A. County Supervisor Mike Antonovich, with children or other animals, cause traffic acci- ordinance, visit http://animalcon- Michael Jr. and Mary Christine, present homeless pets for dents, spread disease, damage prop- Under this ordinance, all dogs trol.co.la.ca.us. To adopt from any of adoption at weekly Board of Supervisors meeting. Since the erty and harm the quality of life for must have an identification the six L.A. County shelters, visit the inception of Antonovich’s Pet Adoption Program in 1995, residents in a community. In fiscal microchip. Positive identification website or call (562) 728-4644. every pet presented has successfully found a home! 28 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier

rescuing. Vicki told Leslie this start crying. In the beginning, I Politics & Religion was the cat, and it needed a never mentioned this to Leslie, home pronto or it would soon because I didn’t want to appear By April Shenandoah die. With Leslie’s special care, crazy. Then low and behold, Little Miss Muffet, who we lov- Leslie blurts out, “I think the cat ingly call Missy, is now an excep- is Larry!” That did it – no more tionally beautiful princess (cat). doubts! Four people believed Supernatural Cat: Larry’s being the day he decided to One day Leslie asked if I this cat had been inhabited by Spirit Thru Missy the Cat stand up to his alcoholic father. wanted to stay with Missy while Larry’s spirit. In anger his dad drove away in she went out of town on one of Sitting Missy became some- the truck that ended his life her regular business trips; I thing I looked forward to. The (Some folks might say that when it crashed that day. Larry’s agreed. As I sat down on the minute I sat down, she would what I am about to share is divorce, causing him to be sepa- sofa in her apartment, Missy cuddle up to me – like a person. weird and very bizarre – you rated from his two boys, was immediately parked herself on One day she was on the bed make up your own mind.) also a never-ending emotional my chest and stared at me with looking at me with her usual May 21, 2000, my dear battle. her great big green eyes. She stare – I decided to test the sit- friend Larry shot himself. It was Larry left Knox City, Texas for then proceeded to put her paw uation. I looked at her and said, ruled suicide, but circum- the fame and fortune he around my neck and nuzzle me “Okay, sing me an Elvis song.” stances show it might have thought Hollywood had to offer. with her face. Since I had never She came over to me and start- been an accident. He was loved Acting roles were few and far “Missy.” had a cat I didn’t realize cats ed licking my face fast and furi- by all who knew him, especially between; however, eventually he were so affectionate, with dis- ously as if to say, “I would if I the regulars at Oakwood found steady crew work behind tinct personalities. could.” If anyone would have Apartments where he resided. the scenes. The set of Diagnosis Fashion-plate Leslie Gallin, Missy soon started display- told me a story like this before, I He sang Elvis songs to the girls Murder was one of his last Larry’s ex-girlfriend and confi- ing traits that reminded me of would have thought they were and cooked steaks for whomev- places of employment. Just a dant remarked, “If he had been Larry. When I mentioned her witch-like or out of their mind. er he might run into at the com- few months before his death, free of his ‘stuff’ either April or I actions to a wise woman I know, Time passed, and one day munity barbeque. Larry was Jay Leno unexpectedly knocked would have probably been mar- she said, “Maybe it’s Larry.” we realized Larry’s spirit had handsome, muscular and on Larry’s door, as he often did ried to him.” She’s right. Soon Then out of the blue one day moved on. Missy was/is still always ready to lend a helping when the show visited Oakwood after his passing, Leslie decided Miss Vicki exclaimed, “I think extra smart and loveable but hand. He was a man’s man and Apartments looking for fun tal- she needed a cat. Miss Vicki, Larry is communicating through more cat-like. We who experi- a true southern gentleman. ent. With the help of his karaoke another Oakwoodite, went to the Missy.” The more I observed enced Larry through Missy Unfortunately, he was haunt- machine he sang “Teddy Bear” pound and found a scrawny Missy, the more I realized I was believe she/he was sent to com- ed by past issues. The saddest Elvis style. looking calico feline in need of not dealing with a normal cat. fort us in our time of mourning – Missy clearly understood every- and that she/he did! thing she was being told. What (Let us not limit God by cat does what you tell it to? She putting Him in a box – the Bible was/is incredibly smart! There is full of unusual stories when were times when Missy would left to our own understanding gaze into my eyes, and I would simply defies logic.) The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 29 One-On-One

By Denise Ames Linda Blair

I was walking my dog, and a big black pit bull followed me home. … I thought he was going to attack. Well, that couldn’t have been further from the truth. He was begging for help… —Linda Blair

s a child, Linda Blair Advocate of the Year and the because they have the ability to appeared in almost 100 Helen Woodward Animal be heard. Acommercials. During that Centers 2003 Humane Award. time she also took up horse- Ames: Where did your love back riding, beginning her Denise Ames: What started for animals stem from? extraordinary love for animals. you in show business? Blair: My mom taught me In 1973, she beat out hundreds Linda Blair: When I was love for all animals, and cats of hopefuls for the lead in the about five-years-old, my mother taught me friendship. cult classic The Exorcist. Blair saw an article in a magazine Sometimes they were my only has over 50 movies (including about kids modeling and doing [friends] when I was working all Roller Boogie, Born Innocent commercials, so she took me to the time. and Exorcist II: The Heretic with an agent in New York. My moth- the legendary Richard Burton) er told me that by working and Ames: Tell us about your and television shows to her saving my money, I could Linda Blair WorldHeart credit, and she recently starred become a veterinarian. After Foundation. in Monster Makers for the working really hard as a child in Blair: Before my mother died Hallmark Channel. commercials and modeling, I in 1994, one of my dogs passed Linda Blair and her rescued Rudy. The Burbank resident has asked my mom if I could quit, away, then my other dog died dedicated her life to animal since we were not going to move suddenly in 1997. I felt that I rights and welfare and is inter- to California, and she agreed. had lost everything I had ever healed my heart. Pit bulls are because they are harder to nationally respected for her tire- Two weeks later the interview for loved. While crying one day I had funny, loving and amazing ani- place, and I just started doing less efforts to give a voice to The Exorcist came along. If it a vision of animals in the shel- mals, and a lot of people will not small dog rescue. I came to pick those that cannot speak for had come along a month or two ters saying, “What about me?” I have the pleasure to know them up “last day dogs” at the themselves. She finally reached later, it would have not been me. immediately thought I could because they are afraid. And, Pasadena Animal Shelter, her lifelong dream of incorporat- help animals by fostering, to get yes, we do have too many irre- meaning they were to be eutha- ing the nonprofit Linda Blair Ames: Proudest moment in them to the next step. They just sponsible people today that nized that day, and I asked if WorldHeart Foundation. the entertainment business? need a place of love, compas- don’t understand the breed and they had small dogs they want- Through her organization she Blair: Being nominated for sion and security for the time want them for other reasons. ed me to take. They showed me rescues dogs and cats from the Academy Award; winning the being until their “forever family” After doing a segment on Rudy [named after Rudolph local L.A. shelters Death Rows Golden Globe and the People’s comes along. Fostering led to Good Day L.A. with a rescue Valentino], who was hit and and provides medical care until Choice. No one can ever take finding out a lot of the problems dog, I became president of dragged by a car. People don’t they find a new loving home. that from you. with people. One day I was walk- Pacific Coast Dog Rescue. From realize that the sick and the She continues to educate the ing my dog, and a big black pit there, I learned of people turn- injured can be healed along public on pet adoption, animal Ames: Do you think it’s a bull followed me home. I was ing their animals in for very poor with their remarkable spirits! My welfare, non-animal dietary positive thing for celebrities to scared to death – like everyone reasons like not matching furni- belief is we need that next Doris choices and most recently has use their stature for causes? else I thought he was going to ture! I was collecting everybody Day, and that’s who I feel like I worked tirelessly to save numer- Blair: Only if they care pas- attack. Well, that couldn’t have else’s “throwaways” and could- am. That’s why I started my ous animal victims from sionately about them, but to just been further from the truth. He n’t do “Death Row Rescue.” I foundation. I will do this work on Hurricane Katrina. She has show up at events because their was begging for help. His chest realized there were so many behalf of the animals until I am been the proud recipient of publicist said so doesn’t make was all torn up, and I ended up more problems, and Pacific no longer on the planet. PETA’s Humanitarian Award, sense. I wish more celebrities giving him sanctuary for six Coast knew I needed to be let Animal Rights 2001 Celebrity would follow their hearts weeks and fell in love. He go. I usually rescue large dogs Continued on next page

East Valley Veterinary Hospital

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food, etc. The event will also buying them. Channel 2 News now than have a wonderful com- One-On-One launch my Born Innocent: An has done these undercover panion animal at home. Where American Crisis campaign to reports on how the poverty there’s dogfighting, there are Ames: How do you look so help end pet overpopulation and areas of Mexico find ways to drugs and guns. strong and healthy? Ames: You have a big animal abuse. make money by importing ani- I wish people that own apart- Blair: In my book, Going fundraiser event coming up mals over the border in car ment buildings would be open Vegan, I explain that there are June 11? Ames: Anything else you engines, under seats – these minded and allow their tenants so many alternatives that can Blair: Color Me Mine in would like to say on behalf of are just two and three-week-old to have pets. Companion ani- give you the same benefit and Studio City, as well as in Porter the animals so dear to your puppies! The puppies’ parents mals save peoples’ hearts and flavors rather than eating ani- Ranch, heard that I have been heart? live a life of hell in puppy mills lives! And why can’t we foster mals. And the shear horror the looking to build a rescue/educa- Blair: Denise, I am so emo- confined to small kennels, living four animals if we are being animals are forced to suffer for tional facility and offered to tionally and physically exhaust- in their own feces, making them responsible? There are people you… If I can do it, anybody can, have a fundraising event where ed from rescuing, but when I sick, so genetically the offspring that are doing great work and because I’ve been anemic my families can pick a dog bowl gave my word, my word is every- are sick to begin with. They constantly you’ve got law entire life. The minute I stopped and/or dog figurine to paint as thing. The shelters are full of don’t get their shots let alone enforcement and all these legal eating animals, I never had a well as other fun activities. FABULOUS animals, and we any love and attention. And stop issues against us. It’s not right. weight problem again! There will be silent auctions, need people to PLEASE stop buying from “pet stores”! Every And for those that are afraid time you think you are buying a to go into the shelters – know designer dog, it is a mutt, plain that the animals stuck in there and simple. Don’t buy animals are FAR more afraid than what people are selling on the side of you could ever feel. Your sad- the road either. Understand that ness visiting a facility is nothing those animals may be very sick, compared to how scared they and every time you buy one, are every minute, knowing many they go out and replace the ani- times that they are on Death mal with another one! So res- Row. PLEASE go to the shelters cue! Go to a good rescue organi- and rescue – they are as scared zation, go into the shelters, as you are sad to go in there. come out to adoption events. They have no choice; they are Spaying and neutering is so locked up hoping someone will important too! Even if you don’t come get them. Nobody wants have a pet or are not allowed to to go visit jail, and the animals have pets, you can always don’t want to BE in jail! donate to help the animals. Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation itself needs funding For more information on her to get into the school systems June 11 fundraiser, visit and educate the children. More www.LindaBlairWorldHeart.org kids have been to a dogfight or call (818) 201-4932.

German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles, Burbank and Tehachapi

Come meet Bingo and the other beautiful, purebred German shep- herds available for adoption to qualified homes at German Shepherd Rescue of Burbank, Los Angeles, and Tehachapi. The Burbank rescue is located at 417 N. Moss St. Call (818) 558-7560 or (661) 822-7260 for more information. You can see all of the available dogs at www.gsrescue.org. The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 31

five-pound halibut, filet it and bar but expect to invest from $30 Italian restaurant and opera The Curious Palate deliver it to your table while it’s to $60 for food for two or look cabaret hit the front pages after a still quivering. If you’ll squander skyward, forget your bank bal- famous patron’s wife was shot By Gregg Hunter the shackles, they’ll deliver a ance and go for a full-out sushi- and slain in their car after dining. nearly live lobster before its head fied adventure at O-Dae San. Don’t you still wonder who- is boiled in a pot of seething tofu. After all, how often do you find dunit? Well the landmark place is The same deal on ultra-fresh crab. yourself immersed in the special back in the news but with less Get Sushi-fied in aglow with marble and glass. Less extravagant, but equally Asian aura of Koreatown? drama. The new owner Matt Koreatown… The place is a favorite destina- appealing to sushi regulars, is an Epstein is adding Studio City tion for elegant private parties array of frosted sushi; rice with Wendy’s Square Meals chanteuse Joan Ryan and her and the guarded parking lot different kinds of fish eggs in col- accompanist to the musical menu abounds with Mercedes, Lexus orful streaks with glowing bright At the opposite end of the upstairs. Producer, director and he popular conception of and other luxurious vehicles. So sea urchin roe at the center. You spectrum, it’s Wendy’s for a truly publicist, Epstein’s dream has sushi is that it’s strictly a you know when you drive in might consider a platter of peeled square meal which now extends been to recreate the once-popular TJapanese tradition, but with that Hyundai, you’re in for live Santa Barbara prawns pre- well beyond the familiar burgers art of intimate cabaret, and now to include deli sandwiches on he’s doing it at the newly intro- square cuts of “designer bread,” duced Sterling’s Upstairs at which looks and tastes suspi- Vitello’s. The Palate had a similar There’s a live fish tank [at O-Dae San] and, for a price, the ciously like the ciabatta bread idea 20 years ago on the touted 100 times a day by the Westside. Things went well chefs will net a five-pound halibut, filet it and deliver it to fast-fooder with a really big head. “upstairs,” but my jazzy musical your table while it’s still quivering. Choose from ham and Swiss, dream became an instant night- turkey and Swiss or a club with mare when the restaurant owners turkey, ham, bacon but, for some got padlocked for failure to pay reason, no cheese. They may not taxes. I actually enjoyed booking, the colorful, widely varied and a pricey adventure. sented with their severed heads rank as health food, but the new promoting and introducing the often delicious creations are also The sashimi will strike most arranged around the mound of sandwiches average around 450 talent and even learned to run the featured where there’s upscale sushi addicts as very familiar with still kicking legs on ice. More calories as opposed to Wendy’s spotlight. Best wishes to Korean cuisine. If you haven’t its halibut slices perched against palatable to the Palate was fresh burger with cheese at 700 plus entrepreneur Matt with a sugges- ventured to Koreatown, you may ultra-slim coils of shredded sashimi topped with cucumber cholesterol. The Palate still thinks tion that he keep the Manicotti be surprised to know that some daikon. But here they present the strips of toasted seaweed (better a hamburger should be round, not pot hot and the employee benefits serious coin is spent at the likes dish with a starter course of pan- than it sounds) with black sesame square, but too look different is a paid. And please, somebody, of O-Dae San. The modern, chan and a heap of pickled scal- seeds tossed before your aston- fast-food doctrine. ‘don’t shoot the piano player’! high-ceiling place located on lions perched exotically in front ished orbs with sweet bean sauce Olympic Boulevard serves lunch of a shiso leaf. If you prefer chili and raw egg. Vitello’s New Headliner Tune in same time and same sta- and dinner with a lavish sushi sauce, just ask your server. Trust your instincts and your tion next week. Meanwhile, dine bar that spans the entire length There’s a live fish tank and, taste buds on the endless, very Unless you are living under a out soon and often because you of the dining room, which is for a price, the chefs will net a fresh cuts of sushi. There’s a full rock, you recall when Vitello’s deserve more than a coffee break.

LUNCH • DINNER • COCKTAILS • BANQUET ROOM MONDAY PRIME RIB SPECIAL $12.95 Served with Soup or Salad and Mashed Potatoes or vegetables. (Dine in only) LIVE MUSIC • FRI. & SAT. PM 1420 W. Olive at Verdugo, Burbank (818) 848-0079 32 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier At The Movies SWAN RATINGS Excellent Very Good Enjoyable Humdrum Bottom of the Barrel

By Tony Medley

A Prairie Home on public radio since 1974. Companion Keillor’s storyline is that a long- lived radio show, called, fittingly, A Prairie Home Companion, is being cancelled by new, absentee ho likes popular cul- owners of the radio station locat- ture?” asked cultural ed in St. Paul, Minn., and the film Whistorian Arthur Asa is the story of the last show put on courtesy Line Cinema of New Photo Berger, in 1970. His answer: in an auditorium before a live “Many works of culture for the audience. Keillor got Robert common people do not please Altman to direct, which, as far as large numbers of them. The I’m concerned, is appropriate answer is nobody. Nobody likes because Altman is not my cup of popular culture per se, but a large tea either. I liked his first film, number of people like certain spe- M*A*S*H (1970), and The cific works of popular culture and Player (1992) was OK. But oth- dislike other works. I like Li’l ers like Popeye (1980), Gosford Abner and dislike Bonaventure, Park (2001), and Nashville for example. I think Rashomon (1975)? Ugh. Critics at the time (1950) is a brilliant film and Il loved them; I didn’t. That’s popu- Gattopardo (1963) a poor one.” lar culture for you. And that’s the problem with Altman is known for turning analyzing A Prairie Home on his cameras and allowing the Companion, which epitomizes actors to improvise while the “popular culture” more than a cameras continue to roll. quarter century after Berger Despite the script, all the actors Meryl Streep and Garrison Keillor in “A Prairie Home Companion.” wrote. A couple of decades ago I were encouraged to improvise was dating a Finnish girl. The and develop their respective Finnish people I met through her characters with impunity. ing, and it was mostly their talk- is an Angel of Death. Another The film is beautifully shot; were not known for their sense of Altman filmed scenes in their ing that caused me to lose inter- actor in the show is L.Q. Jones the sound is wonderful; the music humor, to say the least. One day entirety with multiple camera est. They are backstage waiting to (Chuck Akers), along with assis- (some written by Keillor) is she told me about this wonderful crews capturing interactions go on, and they talk, and they tant stage manager Molly (Maya exceptional, enhanced by the radio program that she never both onstage and backstage. talk, and they talk. I fought sleep Rudolph). Guy Noir (Kevin musicians from the actual radio missed because it was so funny. I Everyone was miked, and he just while they talked. To me, they Kline), one of Keillor’s most pop- show, called The Guys All-Star tuned it in. It was A Prairie Home filmed what happened and what were not funny or even slightly ular characters from the radio Shoe Band. If you like Keillor Companion, starring and written they said. Actors enjoy this, but interesting. Yolanda’s daughter, show, is a private eye who acts as and/or Altman, you should like by Garrison Keillor. Although I the result is stream of conscious- Lola (Lindsay Lohan), who the show’s security man, and this. I was less than swept away tried, I did not then, and do not ness dialogue that can blur a appears unhappy for no reason Axeman (Tommy Lee Jones) is by the story and the obscure now, find Garrison Keillor funny. premise, if a film has a premise. that is ever explained, is also the man from Texas who is there humor, but I sure liked the music. However, proving Asa Keillor is the announcer/mas- backstage writing a poem about to shut down the show. Everyone sings and the songs are Berger’s thesis, Keillor has a fol- ter of ceremonies for the show in suicide. Imported from the real The film cuts back and forth terrific. Even Lohan sings, a ver- lowing and a reputation for the movie. The cast includes Prairie Home Companion are the from Keillor as emcee of the final sion of “Frankie and Johnny,” and humor, I guess, and he wrote a Yolanda Johnson (Meryl Streep) two cowboys, Dusty (Woody show, introducing acts and telling she has a surprisingly good voice. script patterned after his radio and her sister Rhonda (Lily Harrelson) and Lefty (John C. stories intended to be humorous, I didn’t laugh once, but I tapped show, which has been broadcast Tomlin) who do most of the talk- Reilly), who sing and tell jokes to the other characters backstage my feet a lot to the rhythm of the on this show. to the actual acts onstage. I did a captivating music. Strolling around ethereally lot of squirming and watch- dressed in white is Dangerous checking when there was no Read more reviews at FFaatthheerr’’ss DDaayy BBrruunncchh Woman (Virginia Madsen), who music onscreen. www.tonymedley.com.

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tile P.J. Griffith), her life spirals Nite Lights on a downhill path. Ron Nummi is just perfect as the serious cop By Pat Taylor on the beat looking to bust this ring of derelicts. Wandering into Photo by Steven Barston Steven by Photo the audience repeatedly with a flashlight, as he narrates the caught two crazy comedies Richard Hochberg, a high energy, course of events, he is great fun! last week, each with actors I over the top, cast of eight actors The creative set design by Jo Ihadn’t seen before. One was (many impressive in multiple Winiarski, which at first seemed a psychedelic winner and the roles) had the audience rolling in to be nonexistent, evolved into other had its problems... the aisles! In the lead role of one clever surprise after another. I Cassandra, Kristen Howe, a fan- must take a jiffy to applaud the tastic singer, with quirky comedic constant genius of one of L.A.’s One Way Ticket to Hell skill, was a bundle of dynamite! foremost theatrical costume A lonely, overworked, underap- designers Shon LeBlanc, who preciated teen, ruled by a martini outfitted this cast in fab 1960s Adapted by Robert Cioffi swizzling drama queen mother (a clothing, can do no wrong it (music) and Drew Taylor riotous Barbara Passolt) and a seems. No matter what style or (book/lyrics) from a film by pedophile step dad, (a leering period a play calls for, he flat out Bamlet Lawrence Price Jr. with a Jack Harding), Cassandra runs nails it every time! Outrageous Lindsay Seim, Suzie Cobb, Sandra Purpuro and zany flair for camp humor, this away from home. At the Libido too, were the insane wigs by Don Maloney in “Salsa Saved the Girls.” musical comedy is a blast from Lounge, she falls into the clutch- Diane Martinous, and the spirit- the past! Sleazy, cheesy, naughty es of a gang of drug pushers and ed, offstage live band. This show and bawdy, this is a hilarious e- sexual deviants, after a brief mar- is a real kick in the pants, folks. Soprano-esque wise guy (Mikey seems to need some rewriting ticket ride back to the ‘60s, when riage to her geeky childhood Gather your wackiest friends, and Bevoni) as he arrives at his sexy and a more rewarding ending to many a nice girl found her dreams sweetheart (a very funny Joe do catch it! Running through ex-wife Cali’s home (Sandra justify our time spent getting to derailed by sex and drugs. The 19 Settineri). Hooking up with Aug. 6 in the Marilyn Monroe Purpuro), to pick up his teen know these people. Running original songs and cast full of Chico, a drug dealing Latin lizard Theatre at the Strasberg Center, daughters (Suzie Cobb and through July 8 at the Eclectic singers are great, and the visuals (DT Matias is a scream here), 7036 Santa Monica Blvd. in Lindsay Seim). Cali’s sleazy, Company Theatre. For and wacky film noir style is a naughty gal pal Cindy (a ditzy Hollywood. For seats/times, call younger “boy toy” arrives (Don seats/times, call (818) 508-3003. laugh-a-minute! Under the play- and delightful Erin Stoddard) and TheaterMania at (866) 811-4111. Maloney), then later, her effemi- ful, wildly inventive direction of Russell, a bad boy biker (a versa- nate, lovelorn, ex-boyfriend Happy Days Are Here Salsa Saved the Girls turns up, having just been sprayed and attacked by a skunk. Again! I kid you not...I couldn’t make This darkly dysfunctional up a plot like this! Much booz- Following a sold out run at the comedy, written by Rose ing, x-rated bellowing, salsa Falcon in March, Garry Marshall’s Photo by Ed Krieger by Photo Martula, in its world premiere, dancing, and pot smoking by all fun lovin’ musical (based on his hit leaves me with mixed feelings. turns up the heat, as tempers, TV series) is returning by popular While the individual perfor- jealousies and resentments demand this summer for eight be- mances and well-staged, explode. The cast actually bopping weeks. It is 1959 in comedic direction of Joshua depicts these colorfully corrupt Arnold’s malt shop, and the gang is Meltzer were all worthy efforts, roles with some pizzazz and East about to graduate from Jefferson the script itself is just too long on Coast style (I especially liked the High. With the lively original crude dialog and antics, and too daughters performances) and songs by Paul Williams, and Joey short on substance, meaning and there are some pretty funny McIntyre (from New Kids on the conclusion. By the end of this moments, but the play for me Block) in the role of the too hip manic parade of screwed up, self represented a gigantic huh? The Fonzie, this is a nostalgic, light- centered, insecure characters, we unlikely star of the show was hearted joy for the whole family. hoped for some redemption, Robinson Royce, for designing Don’t miss it this time around, some sort of a pay off, but no an eye popping, fabulously flair- book seats early as it opens on June such luck. The closing scene was ful, totally cool set! Sorry...I’m 23 and will likely fill quickly. Call abrupt and unsatisfying, leaving sure some audiences may get a (818) 955-8101. 1st Row: P.J. Griffith, Joe Settineri, Kristen Howe, Erin Stoddard, us and the feuding characters in kick out of the frantic name-call- Are you all melting out there? DT Matias, Barbara Passolt and Jack Harding, 2nd Row: Ron Nummi an unresolved limbo. In Long ing and personal insults of this Man, it’s been hot! What hap- in “One Way Ticket to Hell.” Island, we meet Louie, a crass bunch of nutcakes, but to me it pened to June gloom? 34 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Boxcar and Eugenia Celebrates Maturity

By Mary Mallory

NORTH HOLLYWOOD – A production full of self-esteem under Eugenia’s doting tutelage. heart, Boxcar and Eugenia celebrates the goodness of Good acting by the three leads brings the produc- humanity in helping others achieve self-respect and tion alive. Rosen exudes a headstrong, spirited atti- Art by Shulman Photo dreams. tude as the too trusting Eugenia. Rademaekers gives As the story opens, blind Jewish widow Eugenia an efficient performance as the self-centered jerk who (Esther Rosen) chafes under the watchful eye of learns compassion. Judith E. makes Susan a strong, social worker Susan (Judith E.). Smarting from the sassy, yet sensitive woman. loss of her grandson to foster care and her growing A little long, which causes it to sometimes lose inability to care for herself, Eugenia trustingly takes steam, Boxcar and Eugenia takes an affectionate in an unemployed and homeless Boxcar Oldcastle look at how acceptance, support and love can bring (Mike Rademaekers) after he drunkenly appears on positive changes into someone’s life. her back porch. Fire Rose Productions and the Secret Rose Through a series of issues and heart-to-heart Theatre present Boxcar and Eugenia Fridays and talks, Boxcar gains a job, self-respect and growth Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. through July under Eugenia’s smart tongue and guidance, and he 23 at the Secret Rose Theatre, 11246 Magnolia learns to care for the old woman. Blvd. in North Hollywood. Tickets are $20, $17 for Writer/Director Art Shulman focuses on the seniors, and $10 for students with valid ID. Group emotional nature of the piece, emphasizing each discounts are available. For reservations and infor- character’s search for value and dignity. A tad senti- mation, call (818) 783-4224 or visit www.boxcaran- mental at times, the play reveals Boxcar’s growing deugenia.com. Mike Rademaekers and Esther Rosen in “Boxcar and Eugenia.” World Premiere of Stages at

Hudson Mainstage Theatre Michael Lamont by Photo

By Gail Roberts

HOLLYWOOD – They say loss, a roommate with issues, and Rebecca’s longtime friend/room- that some friendships can survive dating the wrong guy. mate. Madison Dunaway almost anything, and Abigail Solomon portrays a 20-some- (Priscilla) had several moments Rose Solomon’s Stages, in its thing actress who just can’t seem in a challenging role as the spirit world premiere at the Hudson to get it together. The wrong guy of Rebecca’s deceased, but ever- Mainstage Theatre, certainly (Michael), played by Nick Hoffa, present childhood best friend. illustrates that point on a number was right on target: intense with- The last act appeared to have of levels. Solomon is writer and out going over the top, with an been saved for a tad too much producer as well as the lead excellent comedic range. But it’s protracted philosophizing and (Rebecca) in this four-person pro- Ryan Michelle Bathe (Sarah) who perhaps a few too many reveals, duction, and she carries a heavy really stands out with an possibly in an attempt to wrap the weight on her shoulders. Her admirable portrayal of the trou- whole package up neatly. character deals with death and bled control freak who is Stages is performed Thursday through Sunday through July 9 at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood. Tickets are available by phone at (323) 960-7782 or at www.plays411.com/stages. Ryan Michelle Bathe and Abigail Rose Solomon in “Stages.” A Bed and a Bar and Beyond

By Kyle Moore

HOLLYWOOD – While there are certainly worse writers than David Mamet for a fledgling playwright to emulate, “there can be,” as the saying goes, “only one.” Carlos Castillo’s A Bed and

a Bar, directed by Gloria Gifford, tries very hard to Caine Mathew by Photo pattern itself after Mamet’s Sexual Perversity in Chicago, but it winds up being more like a clumsy, garage-band cover version of a classic song. On the night reviewed, Chad Doreck, Anaisabel Mercado, Shaun Baker, Kimberly Demarse and Jake Head were the five actors (out of a stable of about a dozen) who took on the task of playing Castillo’s five department store clerks who socialize after work at local meat market bars before plunging headlong into each other’s beds. Maybe these five just drew the short straws that night, who knows? They are a game lot, but quite Shaun Baker and Kimberly Demarse in “A Bed and a Bar.” Continued on next page The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 35 No Exit Examines Human Condition

By Mary Mallory

Photo by Ondrej Rudavsky by Photo HOLLYWOOD – A dark, intellectual examina- Acting is first rate by the ensemble, led by the tion of the banality of evil, Accent Theatre Group strong performance of Salvator Xuereb as Garcin. presents a stirring production of Jean-Paul Sartre’s He gives vulnerability to the edgy, neurotic journal- No Exit. Containing excellent acting and directing, ist. Lenka Pochyly brings an intense, confident atti- the production vividly depicts the metaphoric hell to tude to the pushy Inez. Jana Kolesarova makes which we assign ourselves. young Estelle a hypocritical, self-absorbed flirt. Ary The play reveals three people assigned to a cer- Katz exudes a haughty attitude as the valet. tain room after their deaths, a hell from which there A strong, moving presentation of how we torture is no escape. Each is aware they are in hell, but others and ourselves with our actions and attitudes, unsure of what will transpire. They slowly reveal No Exit demonstrates the fine promise of Accent their true personalities as they find devious ways of Theatre Group. torturing each other. No Exit appears at the American Academy of Director Jan Krekan achieves an elegant look Dramatic Arts, 1136 N. La Brea Ave. in Hollywood and atmosphere through the fine production work of Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 7 his creative staff. He emphasizes the fatalistic, p.m. through July 2. Tickets are $20. Parking is metaphoric view of hell as living with our misdeeds, available in a free, secured lot behind the theatre. For Salvator Xuereb, Jana Kolesarova and Lenka Pochyly in “No Exit.” tics and attitudes. information or reservations, call (323) 960-7612. California Celebrities Lend Support for Katharine Hepburn Theatre

Compiled by Ryn Pomat Experiences. Rydell directed honorary list of 10 other celebrities Hepburn in the 1981 film On including co-chairmen Cynthia Golden Pond with co-star Henry McFadden and Lauren Bacall, CONNETICUT – Three Fonda and for which she won the Lary Bloom, Senator Christopher California celebrities have recently last of her four Oscars. Tracy, a Dodd, Dominick Dunne, Anthony joined the roster of committee professional photographer and Harvey, Katharine Houghton, members who are lending their board member of the John Tracy Morley Safer, Judy Samelson, and names and support for the Clinic, shared a friendship with Kramer. Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Hepburn for many years. Hepburn’s father established a Center and Theatre in Old The inclusion of the three new summer residence in the section Saybrook, Conn. The former town committee members adds to the of town called the Borough of hall building, originally built as a Fenwick when she was a young theatre and community center in child. A devastating hurricane in 1911, will soon undergo renova- 1938 totally destroyed the house tions and an addition expected to and a year later Hepburn built a be completed in May 2007. new year-round residence, which Added to the honorary list of she maintained throughout her personalities is Susie Tracy, life. It was a place she often daughter of the late actor Spencer referred to as “paradise” and Tracy, James Prideaux, and Mark spent as much time there as her

Rydell. Hepburn considered them schedule would allow. courtesy of Columbia Pictures Corp. Photo friends as well as colleagues and Town and state funds have mentioned them in her autobiog- appropriated $2.6 million for the raphy Me: Stories of My Life. The construction project. A capital BusinessBusiness CardCard committee’s West Coast represen- campaign will attempt to raise $1 tative, Katharine Kramer, daugh- million dollars for interior fur- ter of the late film director nishings including sound and Stanley Kramer, encouraged their lighting equipment, seating and DirectDirectororyy involvement. stage requirements. It is also Prideaux, a noted playwright expected that the fundraising ini- and author wrote three scripts tiative will provide monies for an especially for Hepburn including endowment for future operations The Man Upstairs, Laura of the center, which will be under Lansing Slept Here and Mrs. the control of an arts council. Delafield Wants to Marry. He For more information, visit also wrote the book Knowing Katharine Hepburn in “Guess Who’s the town’s official website at Hepburn and Other Curious Coming to Dinner.” www.oldsaybrookct.org.

A Bed and a Bar and Beyond most part, though, it’s the kind of show that makes you roll your Continued from previous page eyes and give a low whistle as frankly, rising above the material been lifted directly from you plunge gratefully back out would be a heady feat considering Castillo’s diary and seem more onto Santa Monica Boulevard. what they have to contend with. suited to some earnest coffee- A Bed and a Bar performs Much of Castillo’s first act con- house’s open mike poetry night Thursday, Friday and Saturday at sists of the men howling about than the stage. 8 p.m. through July 1 at the GGC their favorite female orifice and Baker and Demarse at least Theatre, 6468 Santa Monica Advertise in our Business Card Directory dry-humping the set pieces, and managed to find some humanity Blvd. in Hollywood. For tickets, 818.762.2171 Alicia the second act is a series of ram- and acquitted themselves nicely call (800) 595-4TIX or visit bling essays that smack of having in their second-act scene. For the www.tix.com. 36 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Sports Dodgers and Phils Clash at Ravine

was extremely friendly and coop- Against a highly potent runs and drove in two for the first three batters reached base via erative. Philadelphia attack, Sele worked Phillies (29-27), currently second hits. Rollins opened with a double, By Rick Assad At one point, Alex, who plays six innings, allowed six hits, three in the National League East, four- and scored on Utley’s two-base third base and pitches, along with runs (two earned), struck out six and-a-half games behind the New hit. Right fielder Bobby Abreu, Plans being tentative, were put his father, Manny, asked Penny, a and walked none. York Mets, who are in town for a who has 43 RBIs with a .283 bat- on hold this past weekend. big right-hander from Oklahoma, The top four Philly batters three-game series beginning ting average, singled to center, and Scheduled to depart for the if he wouldn’t mind taking a pic- Sunday have a combined 42 home Monday. also came around to score. Nevada desert to cover a boxing ture with his son. It’s cute to see runs, with first baseman Ryan Utley is a local product, hav- In the seventh, the Phillies match Saturday, were instead Alex stand next to the 6-foot, 4- Howard leading the charge with ing attended Long Beach Poly and padded their lead to 3-2 when cen- pushed aside to make room for the inch, 240-pound Penny. 19. He also has 49 runs batted in then UCLA. Utley might be the ter fielder Aaron Rowand doubled fourth baseball game of this series With the Phillies’ 6-4 victory, and a .285 batting average. best player at his position in the to right, and scored when reserve between Philadelphia and the each club took away two wins, Howard was named NL Rookie of senior circuit, and is inching his outfielder David Dellucci also Dodgers at the Stadium. and both should remain in playoff the Year in 2005, even though he way toward being the best in doubled to right. This was fine because on contention the rest of the season. played half the season. either league. Utley is batting .326 The Dodgers (32-25), second Sunday, Alex, my nine-year-old Five of the eight Dodger Problematic for the Dodgers with 47 runs scored and 34 driven in the NL West, scored a run in the nephew and most of the other starters had the day off, while the was their hitting into four doubles in. seventh inning. After Aybar members of the Glendale Kiwanis Phillies had seven of eight regu- plays – three after four innings. Utley’s base hit to right field grounded out and Guzman lined Little League team, who are 7-5-1, lars in the lineup. This may have Center fielder Kenny Lofton was off Sele in the first inning drove in out to left, Martin walked. Pinch proudly marched on the grass and been one factor why the Dodgers safe on an error in the first inning, shortstop Jimmy Rollins, who led hitter Andre Ethier, another highly warning track while wearing their lost, but Manager Grady Little has but shortstop Ramon Martinez, off the game with a double to touted youngster, also walked, and uniform jerseys and caps. Some used several rising stars like catch- subbing for Rafael Furcal, hit into right. Martin scored when Lofton (three were lucky enough to engage er Russell Martin, infielders Willy the twin killing. Martinez then hit The second time Utley stepped hits) singled up the middle. Dodger players in conversation, Aybar and Joel Guzman, outfield- into another double play in the to the plate, he drove a Sele offer- Martinez walked, but Kemp, who while others were able to pose for er Matt Kemp, and all have fourth, once again erasing Lofton, ing deep into the right field pavil- entered having hit a homer in three pictures with their heroes. responded like veterans. who singled. ion, as the Phillies pushed their straight games, bounced out to end “It was exciting. It felt like a Martin hit a towering home Sandwiched in between was margin to 2-0 after three innings. the threat. once in a lifetime chance,” Alex run to left field in the ninth inning Olmedo Saenz’s double play in the That was Utley’s 11th home run, said. “It was pretty fun, though.” and scored two runs. second inning after J.D. Drew and if there isn’t any funny ballot Alex took away a chunk of stadi- Speaking of old-timers, one reached base on a walk. box stuffing, will be the NL sec- Rick Assad has been a um grass as a souvenir. who has come off the scrap heap is In the sixth inning, Drew was ond baseman at the All-Star Game sportswriter for two decades. He Standing only a few feet away pitcher Aaron Sele. Even though the culprit, but this time it scored in Pittsburgh’s PNC Park. has a political science degree from from big-league ballplayers can be few teams requested his services, Lofton, who led off with a single Philadelphia scored a solo run UCLA and a journalism degree exciting and scary. Pitcher Brad Sele’s record entering Sunday’s to right, and tied the score at 2-2. in the seventh inning before break- from Cal State University, Penny, whose record improved to encounter was 3-0 with a 2.20 Second baseman Chase Utley ing the affair open with a three-run Northridge. You may e-mail him at 6-1 after Saturday’s 8-2 decision, earned-run average. had three hits, scored a pair of eighth. In the decisive frame, the [email protected].

Sports Shorts By Bob Hurst

The game was tied and the average, 12 playoff wins and a for the second time in four years, of a field of 153 players, most of at Dallas; Game 2, Sunday at clock was ticking down to a half- .931 save percentage. It wasn’t a are seeking their first title. whom are pros. Dallas; Game 3, June 13 at minute left in Monday night’s good sign of things to come in the Edmonton was the eighth seed After 36 holes, and some poor Miami; Game 4, June 15 at Stanley Cup opener when the series when Roloson’s backup, Ty in the West with a 41-28-13 record putting, Wie finished tied for 59th Miami; Game 5, June 18 at puck came free from behind the Conklin, misplayed the puck, in the regular season. The Oilers at 1-over par and out of next Miami*; Game 6, June 20 at Edmonton Oilers’ net. It was only deflecting it off of teammate Jason beat top-seeded Detroit, San Jose week’s U.S. Open at Winged Foot. Dallas*; Game 7, June 22 at fitting that Carolina’s Mr. Clutch, Smith’s stick behind the net to set and Anaheim to reach the finals. She needed to be at 4-under for a Dallas*. *If necessary. Rod Brind’Amour, was there to up Brind’Amour’s game-winner. Carolina was the Southeast shot at a playoff for the 18th at- TEAMS: Miami Heat (52-30 knock it into the empty goal. Division champion in the East large invitation. in Eastern Conference in the regu- The Hurricanes’ captain has Penalty Shot with a record of 52-22-8. The Wie shot a 2-under 68 in the lar season, Southeast Division been there, done that. He scored Hurricanes, who set a franchise first round, despite missing six champions); Dallas Mavericks the game-winning goal in the The game also featured a record for wins, reached the finals birdie putts inside 12 feet. In the (60-22 in Western Conference, decisive Game 7 of the unique event in hockey, and an by defeating Montreal, New afternoon round on a different 2nd place, Southwest Division). Hurricanes’ Eastern Conference extraordinary result. Oilers’ Jersey and Buffalo. course, Wie finished with a 3-over TV: All games on ABC at 6 final against Buffalo. Monday’s defenseman Chris Pronger scored After Wednesday’s Game 2 at 75. She three-putted the 13th and p.m. goal with 31 seconds left was the first penalty shot goal in Carolina, the series shifts to 14th holes and missed half of her HOW THEY GOT HERE: Brind’Amour’s second of the Stanley Cup history. Only eight Edmonton for Games 3 and 4 on fairways. Miami defeated Chicago, New night and 11th of the postseason, penalty shots had been previously Saturday and Monday. NBC is “I felt like I was playing well, Jersey and Detroit in the confer- leading the Hurricanes to a 5-4 awarded in the finals, but none televising Games 3 and 4, and 5-7 but my score didn’t show it,” Wie ence playoffs. Dallas defeated victory. His first goal in the sec- had gone into the net. The penalty if necessary. said. Memphis, San Antonio and ond period put Carolina on the shot was set up when Carolina’s While she won’t be playing in Phoenix. board after trailing 3-0, and gave Niclas Wallin held the puck in the U.S. Open Closed for Wie, a men’s major next week, Wie will PLAYERS TO WATCH: the Hurricanes the spark they goal crease with his glove. be playing in a women’s major in Miami – Dwyane Wade (27.2 were in search of. This Time the LPGA Championship this points, 6.7 assists per game in the Carolina matched five other Just the Facts weekend in Bulle Rock, near regular season; 26.2, 6.4 in post- teams that overcame a three-goal She’s only 16 and still in high Baltimore. season); Shaquille O’Neal (20 deficit to win in the finals. The Oilers, in the finals for the school, but Michelle Wie was ppg, 9.2 rebounds in regular sea- Edmonton suffered a big blow first time since 1990, are trying to attempting to become the first Upcoming son; 20.1, 9.6 in postseason). when goaltender Dwayne Roloson win their sixth Stanley Cup cham- female golfer to play in the U.S. Dallas – Dirk Nowitzki (26.6 ppg, sprained his right knee with 5:54 pionship and become the first Open in Monday’s Open sectional WHAT: NBA Finals 9 rpg regular season; 28.4, 11.9 left in the third period, ending his Canadian team to win the Cup qualifying at Canoe Brook WHEN: Thursday through postseason); Jason Terry (17.1 postseason. He came into the since the Montreal Canadiens in Country Club in Summit, N.J. June 22, if necessary. ppg, 3.8 apg regular season; 17.8, game with 2.22 goals against 1993. The Hurricanes, in the finals There were only 18 spots open out WHERE: Game 1, Thursday 3.9 postseason). The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 37 Sports

Baseball Report By Bob Hurst

Tuesday was draft day in school lefty in the draft. The StatsWatch Top 10 Major League Baseball, a time Dodgers’ No. 1 pick (seventh when teams can dream of the overall) throws a 92 mph fastball Here are baseball’s best hitting teams future, possibly a World Series and a decent curve ball. He was for average (through Monday’s games): championship. With the No. 1 9-0 with a 0.45 ERA; had 109 overall pick in the draft, the strikeouts and 22 walks in 46 Kansas City Royals selected innings pitched. Team Hits Average right-hander Luke Hochevar. Morris, 6-3, 175, comes from Hochevar played at the Motlow State (Tenn.) 1. Toronto Blue Jays . . . .584 ...... 301 University of Tennessee and the Community College, where he 2. New York Yankees . . . .570 ...... 291 independent Fort Worth Cats of was 9-1 with a 0.91 ERA and 108 the American Association. The 6- strikeouts in 79 innings. He was 3. Cleveland Indians . . . ..563 ...... 287 foot-5 pitcher’s fastball has been the Dodgers’ second selection in 4. Texas Rangers ...... 543 ...... 280 timed at 97 mph. The question is the first round, 26th overall. if he can be signed. Morris has a 93 mph fastball and 5. Los Angeles Dodgers . .555 ...... 278 Last year, Hochevar was what is considered a big-league drafted with a supplemental pick curve ball. 5. Boston Red Sox ...... 529 ...... 278 (40th overall) by the Los Angeles Unlike Hochevar in 2005, the 7. Arizona Diamondbacks 550 ...... 277 Dodgers. The two sides couldn’t Dodgers expect to sign both of reach an agreement and their top draft choices. 8. Chicago White Sox . . .531 ...... 276 Hochevar signed with Fort Worth 8. St. Louis Cardinals . . . .534 ...... 276 instead, deciding to wait until this Matthews Jr. Steps Up year’s draft. 10. Detroit Tigers ...... 539 ...... 275 Hochevar was the Gary Matthews Jr. is a career Southeastern Conference Pitcher .254 hitter, but this season has of the Year in 2005, when he been different for the Texas 19 at-bats and six RBIs in four at-bats and going into Triple-A went 15-3 with a 2.26 ERA, and Rangers’ leadoff man. Matthews games. He hit his first career (Oklahoma),” Matthews said. “I struck out a school record 154 is batting .321 with five homers grand slam last week against just want to continue to make the batters. and 26 RBIs. His on base per- Seattle. Last Friday, Matthews adjustments that I need to make.” Dodgers get two first-round centage and slugging percentage scored the tying run from first picks: Left-handed pitcher have also increased substantially base on a double by Michael Player Profile: TOM GLAVINE, Tom Glavine. Clayton Kershaw and right-han- over his career totals. Young, and doubled in the win- NEW YORK METS der Bryan Morris could be wear- “I’m really trying to be solid ning run in the ninth inning ing Dodger blue in the big in my approach and set a goal to against the Chicago White Sox. Age: 40 leagues someday. The Los not give away at bats,” Matthews Matthews, who started the Height/Weight: 6-0, 185 tied for the major-league lead in Angeles Dodgers selected the said. “I know I’m not going to be season on the disabled list with a Bats: L wins and is fourth in the NL in pitchers in the first round of successful every time up there. I rib-cage strain, led the Rangers Throws: L ERA. Tuesday’s draft. just want to get solid hits.” with 35 hits in May. Experience: 19 years. Career highlights: Won the Kershaw, 6-foot-4, 210 Matthews, the son of Chicago “I feel pretty good about the Position: Starting pitcher. NL Cy Young Award in 1991 and pounds, pitched for Highland Cubs’ first-base coach Gary start, especially how everything Key Stats: 8-2, 2.59 ERA. 1998; World Series MVP in 1995; Park High School in Dallas, and Matthews Sr., went on a tear from started out this year, not having 2006 Salary: $10,500,000 nine-time All-Star, and led the was considered the top high May 31 to June 4 with 10 hits in spring training, not having any Season highlights: Glavine is NL in shutouts in 1992 with five.

Sports Trivia By Bob Hurst

It’s time for the NBA Finals, up a name for it, but the best I D. Larry Brown D. Bill Walton NBA Finals victories as a head and time to test your knowledge of could come up with was CFG- coach coming into this season’s finals history! Rover.” 4. How many times has there Finals; 15 behind Jackson and 18 A. Magic Johnson been a Game 7 in the NBA Finals? behind Auerbach. 1. Which team was the last one B. Michael Jordan A. 16 4. A., 16. The first was in to successfully defend its NBA C. Shaquille O’Neal B. 5 Answers: 1951, when the Rochester Royals title? D. Chauncey Billups C. 25 beat the New York Knicks; the last A. San Antonio Spurs D. 10 in 2005, when the San Antonio B. Los Angeles Lakers 3. Red Auerbach and Phil 1. B., Los Angeles Lakers. Spurs defeated the Detroit Pistons. C. Chicago Bulls Jackson rank 1-2 in NBA Finals 5. Who holds the record for the They won NBA championships in 5. C., Bill Russell. Playing for D. Detroit Pistons victories among head coaches. most rebounds in a single NBA 2002, 2001 and 2000. the Boston Celtics, Russell pulled Who is third? Finals game? 2. A., Magic Johnson. down 40 rebounds against St. 2. Which NBA Finals MVP A. Pat Riley A. Wilt Chamberlain Following the Lakers’ 4-2 series Louis on March 29, 1960, and 40 said: “I played center, a little for- B. John Kundla B. Elvin Hayes victory over Philadelphia in 1980. against Los Angeles on April 18, ward, some guard. I tried to think C. KC Jones C. Bill Russell 3. A., Pat Riley. He had 22 1962. Girls & Sports

by Justin Borus and Andrew Feinstein 38 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Legal Notices

FIRST PUBLISHED JUNE 7, 2006 Dated: MAY 3, 2006 The purchase price or consideration in connection with the sale of the business and transfer of the license, includ- OK SOOK CHO, Seller(s)/Licensee(s) ing estimated inventory, is the sum of $280,000.00, which consists of the following: DESCRIPTION, AMOUNT: SOOMI KANG KIM AND YOUNG HWAN KIM, Buyer(s)/Applicant(s) CASH $280,000.00 PCTS LA119074 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/2006 It has been agreed between the seller(s)/licensee(s) and the intended buyer(s)/transferee(s), as required by Sec. 24073 of the Business and Professions code, that the consideration for transfer of the business and license is to NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) Dated: MAY 30, 2006 (UCC Sec. 6101 et seq. and B & P Sec. 24073 et seq.) CHRISTINE KYUNG SEOL, Seller(s)/Licensee(s) Escrow No. 06-1109-EP B & C FINANCE GROUP, INC, Buyer(s)/Applicant(s) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale of assets and a trans- PCTS LA119119 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/2006 fer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is about to be made. The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers and business NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE address of the seller(s)/licensee(s) are: MI AE CRENSHAW, 7752 (UCC Sec. 6105) COMPTON AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90001 Escrow No. 3634-NK Doing business as: ONE STOP MARKET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s) and business address(es) of the All other business names(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) is/are: KANG SEO MYUN OAK USA INC, 3033 W. 6TH ST #105, LOS ANGELES, CA 90020 seller(s)/licensee(s) within the past three years, as stated by the sell- Doing business as: KANG SEO MYUN OAK er(s)/licensee(s), is/are: NONE All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax numbers and address seller(s), is/are: NONE of the buyer(s)/applicant(s) is/are: MAGGIE KIM, 415 S. GRAMER- The name(s) and business address of the buyer(s) is/are: SHINWOO MYUN OAK, INC, 3033 W. 6TH ST #105, CY PL, #112 LOS ANGELES, CA 90020 LOS ANGELES, CA 90020 The assets being sold are generally described as: FURNITURES, The assets being sold are generally described as: FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, TRADENAME, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENTS, TOOLS, GOODWILL, TRADE NAME, GOODWILL, LEASE, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENT, AND COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE and is located at: LEASEHOLD INTEREST, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS, ALL 3033 W. 6TH ST #105, LOS ANGELES, CA 90020 TRANSFERABLE PERMITS AND LCENSES, AND INVENTORY OF The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: CALIFORNIA ESCROW SERVICE INC, 3580 STOCK IN TRADE and are located at: 7752 COMPTON AVE, LOS WILSHIRE BLVD #710, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 and the anticipated sale date is JUNE 26, 2006 ANGELES, CA 90001 The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. The type and number of license to be transferred is/are: Type: OFF- The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: CALIFORNIA ESCROW SERVICE INC, SALE BEER AND WINE, License Number: 20-363905 now issued 3580 WILSHIRE BLVD #710, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 and the last day for filing claims by any creditor shall for the premises located at: 7752 COMPTON AVE, LOS ANGELES, be JUNE 23, 2006, which is the business day before the anticipated sale date specified above. CA 90001 Dated: 4/19/06 The bulk sale and transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is/are SHINWOO MYUN OAK, INC, Buyer(s) intended to be consummated at the office of: NEW STAR ESCROW, PCTS LA119120 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/2006 3030 W. 8TH STE #401, LOS ANGELES, CA 90005 and the anticipated sale date is JULY 3, 2006 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE The purchase price or consideration in connection with the sale of (UCC Sec. 6105) the business and transfer of the license, is the sum of $95,000.00, Escrow No. L-023123-JM including inventory estimated at $30,000.00, which consists of the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s) and business address(es) of the following: DESCRIPTION, AMOUNT: CASH $50,000.00, CHECK seller(s) is/are: KYUNG NAM JANG, 509 W. 6TH ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90014 $45,000.00 Doing business as: HAPPY BOWL It has been agreed between the seller(s)/licensee(s) and the intend- All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the ed buyer(s)/transferee(s), as required by Sec. 24073 of the Business seller(s), is/are: NONE and Professions code, that the consideration for transfer of the busi- The location in California of the Chief Executive Office of the seller is: SAME ness and license is to be paid only after the transfer has been The name(s) and business address of the buyer(s) is/are: SONG CHA SANCHEZ, 1234 S MANHATTAN PL., approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. LOS ANGELES, CA 90019 Dated: 6/1/06 The assets being sold are generally described as: FURNITURE, FIXTURE, EQUIPMENT, LEASE, LEASEHOLD MI AE CRENSHAW, Seller(s)/Licensee(s) IMPROVEMENTS, TRADENAME, GOODWILL, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE and is located at: 509 W. 6TH MAGGIE KIM, Buyer(s)/Applicant(s) ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90014 PCTS LA119086 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/2006 The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: TOWER ESCROW INC, 3600 WILSHIRE BLVD #426, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010, ESCROW NO. L-023123-JM, ESCROW OFFICER: JANICE MIN and the NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE anticipated sale date is JUNE 23, 2006 (UCC Sec. 6105) The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. Escrow No. 45350-AR The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: TOWER ESCROW INC, 3600 WILSHIRE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. BLVD #426, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010, ESCROW NO. L-023123-JM, ESCROW OFFICER: JANICE MIN and The name(s) and business address(es) of the seller(s) is/are: the last day for filing claims by any creditor shall be JUNE 22, 2006, which is the business day before the antic- JASON CHAMCHUEN, 3791 CAHUENGA, STUDIO CITY, CA ipated sale date specified above. 91604 Dated: MAY 26, 2006 Doing business as: CASITA TACO AL CARBON SONG CHA SANCHEZ, Buyer(s) All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) PCTS LA119121 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/2006 within the past three years, as stated by the seller(s), is/are: NONE The location in California of the Chief Executive Office of the seller NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE is: SAME (UCC Sec. 6105) The name(s) and business address of the buyer(s) is/are: IN JUN, Escrow No. L-023063-JJ 3791 CAHUENGA, STUDIO CITY, CA 91604 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s) and business address(es) of the The assets being sold are generally described as: FURNITURE, seller(s) is/are: YEOUN HAN CHOO, 3055 WILSHIRE BLVD #120, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, GOODWILL, TRADENAME, LEASE- Doing business as: CAFÉ GIOIA HOLD IMPROVEMENT AND INTEREST, AND COVENANT NOT TO All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the COMPETE and is located at: 3791 CAHUENGA, STUDIO CITY, CA seller(s), is/are: NONE 91604 The location in California of the Chief Executive Office of the seller is: SAME The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: UNIT- The name(s) and business address of the buyer(s) is/are: SALLY LEE, 21019 CLARITA AVE, HAWAIIAN GAR- ED ESCROW CO, 3440 WILSHIRE BLVD, #600, LOS ANGELES, DEN, CA 90716 CA 90010 and the anticipated sale date is JUNE 23, 2006 The assets being sold are generally described as: FURNITURE, FIXTURE, EQUIPMENT, GOODWILL, TRADE- The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code NAME, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, LEASE, AND LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENT OF THAT CERTAIN Section 6106.2. BUSINESS and is located at: 3055 WILSHIRE BLVD, #120, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: TOWER ESCROW INC, 3600 WILSHIRE BLVD is: UNITED ESCROW CO, 3440 WILSHIRE BLVD, #600, LOS #426, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010, ESCROW NO. L-023063-JJ, ESCROW OFFICER: JOO JUNG and the antic- ANGELES, CA 90010 and the last day for filing claims by any cred- ipated sale date is JUNE 23, 2006 itor shall be JUNE 22, 2006, which is the business day before the The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. anticipated sale date specified above. The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: TOWER ESCROW INC, 3600 WILSHIRE Dated: MAY 30, 2006 BLVD #426, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010, ESCROW NO. L-023063-JJ, ESCROW OFFICER: JOO JUNG and the IN JUN, Buyer(s) last day for filing claims by any creditor shall be JUNE 22, 2006, which is the business day before the anticipat- PCTS LA119087 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/2006 ed sale date specified above. Dated: MAY 17, 2006 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE SALLY LEE, Buyer(s) (UCC Sec. 6105) PCTS LA119135 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/06 Escrow No. 45348-AR NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION The name(s) and business address(es) of the seller(s) is/are: JOHN TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) CHAMCHEUN, 405 N. VICTORY BLVD, BURBANK, CA 91502 AND (UCC Sec. 6101 et seq. and B & P Sec. 24073 et seq.) 11300 MAGNOLIA, NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91601 Doing business as: CASITA TACO AL CARBON Escrow No. 14575-CLC All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is about within the past three years, as stated by the seller(s), is/are: NONE to be made. The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers and business address of the The location in California of the Chief Executive Office of the seller seller(s)/licensee(s) are: HO YOON CHOI AND YOUNG MAN CHOI, 411 W. PACIFIC COAST HWY, WILMING- is: SAME TON, CA 90744 The name(s) and business address of the buyer(s) is/are: IN JUN, Doing business as: DONS LIQUOR MARKETS 405 N. VICTORY BLVD, BURBANK, CA 91502 AND 11300 MAGNO- LIA, NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91601 All other business names(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s)/licensee(s) within the past three years, as stat- The assets being sold are generally described as: FURNITURE, ed by the seller(s)/licensee(s), is/are: NONE FIRST PUBLISHED JUNE 7, 2006 FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, GOODWILL, TRADENAME, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENT AND INTEREST, AND The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax numbers and address of the buyer(s)/applicant(s) is/are: NORA COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE and is located at: 405 N. VICTORY BLVD, BURBANK, CA 91502 AND 11300 NGNOR UY, 411 W. PACIFIC COAST HWY, WILMINGTON, CA 90744 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION MAGNOLIA, NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91601 The assets being sold are generally described as: INVENTORY FOR SALE, MACHINERY, FURNITURE, FIX- TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: UNITED ESCROW CO, 3440 WILSHIRE BLVD, TURES AND EQUIPMENT, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENT, TRANSFERABLE GOVERNMENT LICENSES AND #600, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 and the anticipated sale date is JUNE 28, 2006 (UCC Sec. 6101 et seq. and B & P Sec. 24073 et seq.) PERMITS, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES, SIGNS AND ADVERTISING MATERIALS, TELEPHONE AND FAX Escrow No. 5351-EV The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is about The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: UNITED ESCROW CO, 3440 WILSHIRE NUMBERS, GOODWILL, AND AGREEMENT NOT TO COMPETE and are located at: 411 W. PACIFIC COAST to be made. The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers and business address of the BLVD, #600, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 and the last day for filing claims by any creditor shall be JUNE 27, 2006, HWY, WILMINGTON, CA 90744 seller(s)/licensee(s) are: ESTER KANIMIAN, 1714 N. IVAR ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90028 which is the business day before the anticipated sale date specified above. The type and number of license to be transferred is/are: Type: OFF SALE GENERAL, License Number: 21- Doing business as: RUSSIA RESTAURANT Dated: MAY 30, 2006 423159 now issued for the premises located at: 411 W. PACIFIC COAST HWY, WILMINGTON, CA 90744 All other business names(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s)/licensee(s) within the past three years, as stat- IN JUN, Buyer(s) The bulk sale and transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is/are intended to be consummated at the office of: PCTS LA119089 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/2006 ed by the seller(s)/licensee(s), is/are: NONE MADRONA PARK ESCROW INC, 23868 HAWTHORNE BLVD., STE. 101 TORRANCE, CA 90505 and the antic- The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax numbers and address of the buyer(s)/applicant(s) is/are: SAMUEL BOROYAN, 15007 GAULT ST, VAN NUYS, CA 91405 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE ipated sale date is JUNE 30, 2006 The assets being sold are generally described as: GOODWILL AND/OR TRADENAME, FIXTURES AND EQUIP- (UCC Sec. 6105) The purchase price or consideration in connection with the sale of the business and transfer of the license, is the MENT: OWNED; COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE; LIQUOR LICENSE and are located at: 1714 N. IVAR ST, LOS Escrow No. 70814-DY sum of $310,000.00, including inventory estimated at $60,000.00, which consists of the following: DESCRIP- ANGELES, CA 90028 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s) and business address(es) of the TION, AMOUNT: CASH $102,000.00, PROMISSORY NOTE $268,000.00 The type and number of license to be transferred is/are: Type: ON SALE BEER AND WINE EATING PLACE, seller(s) is/are: JESUS REYES, 785 S. CENTRAL AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90021 It has been agreed between the seller(s)/licensee(s) and the intended buyer(s)/transferee(s), as required by Sec. Doing business as: REYES WHOLESALE PRODUCE License Number: 41-409885 now issued for the premises located at: 1714 N. IVAR ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 24073 of the Business and Professions code, that the consideration for transfer of the business and license is to 90028 All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the The bulk sale and transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is/are intended to be consummated at the office of: seller(s), is/are: REYES WHOLESALE PRODUCTS INC, 785 S. CENTRAL AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90021 be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. PROVIDENCE ESCROW, 3450 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE. 310, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 and the anticipated sale The location in California of the Chief Executive Office of the seller is: SAME AS ABOVE Dated: MAY 12, 2006 date is JULY 3, 2006 The name(s) and business address of the buyer(s) is/are: EL CENTRO PRODUCE LLC, 1217 HIATT ST, LA HO YOON CHOI AND YOUNG MAN CHOI, Seller(s)/Licensee(s) The purchase price or consideration in connection with the sale of the business and transfer of the license, is the HABRA HTS, CA 90631 NORA NGNOR UY, Buyer(s)/Applicant(s) sum of $10,000.00, including inventory estimated at $500.00, which consists of the following: DESCRIPTION, The assets being sold are generally described as: FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, GOODWILL, PCTS LA118933 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/2006 AMOUNT: DEPOSIT INTO ESCROW $10,000.00 TRADENAME, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENT AND INTEREST, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, TRADE- It has been agreed between the seller(s)/licensee(s) and the intended buyer(s)/transferee(s), as required by Sec. MARK: IF ANY, DOMAIN NAME AND WEB-SITE: IF ANY, TRANSFERABLE PERMITS, CONTRACT RIGHTS CDBA FIRST PUBLISHED MAY 24, 2006 24073 of the Business and Professions code, that the consideration for transfer of the business and license is to TO THE EXTEND THAT BUYER AGREES IN WRITING TO ASSUME SUCH CONTRACTS, TELEPHONE NUM- be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. BERS, FAX NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS and is located at: 785 S. CENTRAL AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT 06-1034443 Dated: 5/26/06 90021 The following person(s) are doing business as: Artistry In Carpentry Inc. , 2914 Urban St., Santa Monica, CA 90404. ESTER KANIMIAN, Seller(s)/Licensee(s) The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: UNITED ESCROW CO, 8942 GARDEN GROVE The full name of registrant(s) is/are: Artistry In Carpentry Inc., 2914 Urban St., Santa Monica, CA 90404. This business is conducted by a corporation. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as SAMUEL BOROYAN, Buyer(s)/Applicant(s) BLVD, #208, GARDEN GROVE, CA 92844 and the anticipated sale date is JUNE 23, 2006 true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Signed: Bryn La Palm, Sole Owner. Registrant has PCTS LA119037 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/2006 The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: UNITED ESCROW CO, 8942 GARDEN the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on (Date) May 10, 2006. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION GROVE BLVD, #208, GARDEN GROVE, CA 92844 and the last day for filing claims by any creditor shall be from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that JUNE 22, 2006, which is the business day before the anticipated sale date specified above. time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq. Business and Professions Code). (UCC Sec. 6101 et seq. and B & P Sec. 24073 et seq.) Dated: MAY 3, 2006 Publish: 05-24-06, 05-31-06, 06-07-06, 06-14-06. The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier CB# P5115. Escrow No. L-022967-JL EL CENTRO PRODUCE, LLC, Buyer(s) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is about PCTS LA119095 TOLUCAN TIMES 6/7/2006 FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT 06-0887080 to be made. The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers and business address of the The following person(s) are doing business as: My Touch Hair Salon , 15429 Crenshaw Blvd. Suite C, Gardena, CA 90249. The full name of registrant(s) is/are: Adrianne Denise Glover-Magee, 1081 Harbor Heights Dr., Harbor City, CA seller(s)/licensee(s) are: OK SOOK CHO, 2301 W. 54TH ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90043 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION 90710. This business is conducted by an individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A Doing business as: CENTURY LIQUOR TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Signed: Adrianne Magee. All other business names(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s)/licensee(s) within the past three years, as stat- (UCC Sec. 6101 et seq. and B & P Sec. 24073 et seq.) The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date): 11/07/05. This ed by the seller(s)/licensee(s), is/are: NONE Escrow No. 5028636-SH statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on (Date) April 24, 2006. NOTICE: This fictitious name NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is about statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name state- The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax numbers and address of the buyer(s)/applicant(s) is/are: SOOMI ment must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious KANG KIM AND YOUNG HWAN KIM, 1533 BARONET PL, FULLERTON, CA 92832 to be made. The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers and business address of the business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq. Business The assets being sold are generally described as: FURNITURE, FIXTURE AND EQUIPMENT, TRADENAME, seller(s)/licensee(s) are: CHRISTINE KYUNG SEOL, 3819 W. SIXTH ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90020 and Professions Code). Publish: 05-24-06, 05-31-06, 06-07-06, 06-14-06. The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier CB# GOODWILL, LEASE, LEASEHOLDER IMPROVEMENT, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, ABC LICENSE and Doing business as: DON BO P5188. are located at: 2301 W. 54TH ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90043 All other business names(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s)/licensee(s) within the past three years, as stat- STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 06-0887079 The type and number of license to be transferred is/are: Type: OFF-SALE GENERAL, License Number: 21- ed by the seller(s)/licensee(s), is/are: NONE The following persons have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: My Touch Hair Salon , 15429 Crenshaw 401142 now issued for the premises located at: 2301 W. 54TH ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90043 The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax numbers and address of the buyer(s)/applicant(s) is/are: B & C Blvd., Gardena, CA 90249. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed on: November 7, 2005 in the County The bulk sale and transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is/are intended to be consummated at the office of: FINANCE GROUP, INC, 880 W. FIRST ST APT 402, LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 of Los Angeles. Original File No. 05-2687923. Full name of Registrant: Mary A. Magee, 15429 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena, TOWER ESCROW INC, 3600 WILSHIRE BLVD #426, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 and the anticipated sale date The assets being sold are generally described as: FURNITURE, FIXTURE, EQUIPMENT, TRADENAME, GOOD- CA 90249. This business is conducted by: an individual. Signed: Mary A. Magee. This statement was filed with the Los WILL, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, AND INVENTORY, AND ON SALE Angeles County Registrar-Recorder on April 24, 2006. Publish: 05-24-06, 05-31-06, 06-07-06, 06-14-06. The Tolucan Times is JULY 3, 2006 and Canyon Crier CB# P5189. The purchase price or consideration in connection with the sale of the business and transfer of the license, is the BEER AND WINE LICENSE #41-408161 and are located at: 3819 W. SIXTH ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90020 sum of $400,000.00, including inventory estimated at $50,000.00, which consists of the following: DESCRIP- The type and number of license to be transferred is/are: Type: ON-SALE BEER AND WINE-EATING PLACE, STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 06-0887079 TION, AMOUNT: BUYER DEPOSITED INTO ESCROW IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000.00, DEMAND NOTE TO License Number: 41-408161 now issued for the premises located at: 3819 W. SIXTH ST, LOS ANGELES, CA The following persons have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: My Touch Hair Salon , 15429 Crenshaw 90020 Blvd., Gardena, CA 90249. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed on: November 7, 2005 in the County BE REPLACE INTO ESCROW IN THE AMOUNT OF $380,000.00 of Los Angeles. Original File No. 05-2687923. Full name of Registrant: Mary A. Magee, 15429 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena, It has been agreed between the seller(s)/licensee(s) and the intended buyer(s)/transferee(s), as required by Sec. The bulk sale and transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is/are intended to be consummated at the office of: CA 90249. This business is conducted by: an individual. Signed: Mary A. Magee. This statement was filed with the Los 24073 of the Business and Professions code, that the consideration for transfer of the business and license is to CENTRAL ESCROW INC, 3660 WILSHIRE BLVD, #108, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 and the anticipated sale Angeles County Registrar-Recorder on April 24, 2006. Publish: 05-24-06, 05-31-06, 06-07-06, 06-14-06. The Tolucan Times be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. date is JULY 5, 2006 and Canyon Crier CB# P5189. 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Classified Horoscope By Lasha Seniuk

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Travel, educational programs and career advance- 451 DOMESTIC AUTOS ment may trigger serious family discussions. After silent evaluation, loved FOR SALE ones will offer their approval for business risk or rare financial decisions. 2000 HONDA ACCORD EX- Grt condition, 34,000miles, Study official documents for minor rules or missed deadlines. Last minute $10,700. (p.p) 323/654-1175 paperwork will require consistent effort.

468 DRIVERS CANCER (June 22-July 22). Delayed permissions, loan applications and housing contracts will demand revision. Plan money strategies carefully and DRIVERS-RUN WESTERN STATES Also seeking Seasonal and watch for slow progress. Some Cancerians may postpone a home project or Inexp’d Drivers- Start! Earn! re-evaluate a troubled business partnership. Remain open. Werner Enterprises. 800-346-2818 x123 DRIVERS: FIND LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Close friends will expect a quick response to group a New Dedicated Job for the invitations. Don’t hesitate to offer your assistance. Planned events will lead New Year at www.HotDDJ.com Spend to valuable business contacts. Disapproval from loved ones will be short- more time at home in 2006! Search BUY IT. FIND IT. SELL IT. jobs and enter online to win a Polaris lived. Join in and enjoy new social encounters. A rare request from a manag- ATV & Other Prizes! Hear about jobs The Tolucan Times Classifieds er or key official may be bothersome. and enter by phone at 1-888-423- 8446. (Cal-SCAN) (818) 762-2171 VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Missed messages, deadlines or social confusion may disrupt romantic plans. Remain determined. Potential lovers will continue to respond positively to sincere emotion. Steady progress will bring increased intimacy and passionate invitations. Stay focused on healthy Crossword Puzzle beginnings.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Financial or career speculation may introduce a surprising idea. Home businesses, secondary sources of income or research and publishing may be strong themes. To some degree, historical records and information technologies are also involved. Stay alert to creative options and expect ongoing paperwork delays.

[email protected] SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22). Daily commitments and social plans need to be resolved. Expect friends, relatives and close colleagues to demand a quick response to all invitations. Although outwardly cheerful, others may feel iso- lated, withdrawn or misunderstood. Be diplomatic. Your continuing loyalty is important.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21). Self-esteem and romantic confidence are 2

4 key concerns. Some Sagittarians may be asked to accept or reject a new

e relationship. Emotions may be high. Take time to reflect on past events and g

a the repeated social patterns of loved ones. Social clarity and heartfelt advice p

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n CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 20). Rare employment permissions and success- o

i ful applications are accented. Study documents for time sensitive facts or t

u legal restrictions. Official paperwork is key to successful workplace advance- l

o ment. A close friend may propose a controversial social gathering. Philip J. Anderson, Philip J. S By AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. 19). Family invitations are pleasing and sincere. Close friends and family members will let past resentments or unproductive ACROSS 64 Make an offer 24 Adam’s son habits fade. Remain cautious but encourage group participation and 1 Surface measure 65 Predominate 26 Shivering fit renewed relations with older relatives. Home commitments will deepen. 5 Closing measures 68 Writer James 28 Hot box 10 Sound stages 69 Eradicate 30 Ruinous fate PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20). Memories and yesterday’s romantic obligations 14 Watery 70 Transition point 31 Not fooled by may require intimate discussion. Someone close may need emotional sup- 15 Lewis Carroll’s heroine 71 Repair 32 Scottish loch port concerning a complex or strained relationship. Reoccurring social prob- 16 Threesome 72 Former senator 33 LSD, to users lems will provide valuable insight. Study the habits and repeated behaviors 17 Predominate Kefauver 34 Peel 20 Underground 73 Porter or stout 35 Substantial chunk of loved ones for clues. discovery 37 Religious figs. 21 Quench DOWN 38 Mets stadium ARIES (March 21-April 20). Potential friends and new lovers will notice your 22 Bewildered 41 Go-ahead emotional style. New relationships may resolve unproductive social habits or 23 Staid 1 Porthos’ pal 42 Majors and Marvin outdated romantic obligations. Stay focused on small clues. First impres- 25 Hersey’s bell town 2Task 43 Cause injury sions will reveal the complex motives and long-term intentions of others. 27 Trunk coverage 3 Stirred up 48 Concurred 29 Lightfoot or Johncock 4 Conclude 50 Diagrams, as a TAURUS (April 21-May 20). Vivid dreams and quick intuitions will help clarify 33 Church recess 5 One of two on sentence a difficult relationship. Power struggles, social jealousies or misinformation 36 Point of contention the phone 51 Formerly, once may be strong themes. Don’t hesitate to ask personal questions or challenge 39 Undivided 6 __ podrida 53 Concert hall levels established opinions. Your social insights are valid. 40 Predominate 7 Former coach of 54 Dazzling display 44 One of the Gershwins the Bears 56 Dwelling 45 Sound judgment 8 Suffered soreness 57 Funereal piece IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS THIS WEEK...after mid-July, a six-year period of money 46 Book after Joel 9 Comprehend 58 Calculating snake? setbacks and stalled career progress will end. Expect steady financial oppor- 47 Cheapen 10 Stationary part 59 Counterfeit tunities or creative job proposals. Watch also for past records, documents or 49 Simon Says player 11 Goofs up 60 Bird confinement employment history to be strong themes. Legal permissions and outstanding 52 “Beau __” 12 Powerful trend 61 Pizzeria necessity agreements are accented. 55 Fleet of warships 13 Slugger Sammy 63 Relaxation 59 Ridicule 18 Cinema canine 66 “__ Haw” 62 Champagne buckets 19 Birchbark vessels 67 Pattern of intrigue? For a private consultation, please visit www.mysticstars.net. Wednesday, June 7, 2006 42 The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier RRealeal EsEsttateate

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NO PHONE CALLS OR WALK-INS WILL BE CONSIDERED. The Tolucan Times and Canyon Crier Wednesday, June 7, 2006 43 Letters to the Editor

Thanks for Shenandoah’s Incisive Article

Dear April [Shenandoah], Not everyone can handle the truth, just constant I would say that I am a well-read, intelligent drivel. I’ve seen this country on a steady decline for individual. Thanks for … writing such an incisive decades. It’s getting tougher for average families to article in [The Tolucan Times], “Mr. President, Just make ends meet. Tell the Truth” [May 10 issue]. I understand your Thanks again, Cam Sciotti, points completely. It took some courage to write this. Woodland Hills

Crosby’s Writing Doesn’t Elicit Sympathy for His Position

Though I can understand Greg Crosby’s point putting the burden on California schools might be [May 17 issue] about not teaching Gay/Lesbian/ ridiculous, but Mr. Crosby’s lack of journalistic tal- Bisexual and Transgendered history in the curricu- ent sullied his point. His attempt to garner humor lum, but his amateurish and sophomoric writing from the subject made him look like a racist buffoon. Listed by style doesn’t exactly elicit sympathy for his position. I can see humor in the subject[;] unfortunately Open House Sun. 1-5pm I can see how ridiculous the idea is for heterosexu- Mr. Crosby’s sense of humor hasn’t developed past Tod & James: als, I, personally, don’t see the reason anyone’s sex- the third grade level… 4910 Willowcrest Ave ual preference should be elaborated on, especially in I found it hilarious that he chose Abraham the lower grades. It’s inappropriate. I can, however, Lincoln as a model of heterosexuality. Lincoln’s sex- A dramatic courtyard entry sets see the merit of teaching sexual diversity in high ual preferences are actually in debate. There is no the stage for this traditional classic school, if it is done tastefully. definitive answer on Lincoln’s sexuality, but I just home w/all the comforts of modern living. This spacious 3/1.75 remod- Certainly, any GLBT college student would be find it odd, that Mr. Crosby did absolutely no el offers wood floors, open kitchen well advised to take a course in Gay History or study research before deciding that Lincoln was the poster w/breakfast bar & granite counters, it on their own. It’s important to learn about their boy for his cause. Based on Lincoln’s looks on my living room, dining rm, fam rm, and alternative history, just as any Irish American might five dollar bill, it’s hard to imagine that he ever had more. Natural light abounds thru french doors that lead to a grassy want to learn about Ireland, or any Italian American sex at all. yard & flagstone patio. would want to learn about Galileo or Da Vinci. It’s Regardless of his need for an Extreme Makeover, Reduced to $829,000 good to know where you came from, and where the I would like to believe that if Mr. Lincoln were alive TOD C. LOBINGER • JAMES HARRINGTON struggle for freedom begins. It would be encourag- today, whether he were gay or straight, he’d champi- (818) 913-2767 • (818) 398-5631 ing for teens to learn about Oscar Wilde and on a cause like sexual diversity. [email protected] Michelangelo Buonarroti. Many gay teens would America is about freedom, and California has Owned and operated by NRT Incorporated. benefit from knowing about the Stonewall riots (or always been on the forefront of issues of freedom. more recently the Matthew Shepard story). Such Perhaps, Mr. Crosby would be more comfortable in knowledge could possibly save lives. a “red state.” He can go to Kansas tell the young ’uns It’s important for all Americans to be proud of that “Cally-fornia” is chock full of fruits and nuts. who they are and learn about key figures from the Maybe in the deepest most rural parts of Kansas he past. It’s remarkable how easy it is to connect with might find an audience that agrees with him. a historical figure when you share their ethnicity, Thank you for letting me express my opinion. gender or sexual preference. I would heartily encourage any individual to read about these great Sincerely, figures on their own. Michael A. Buzzelli, I would almost agree with Mr. Crosby’s point, A Proud Gay Man in Los Angeles

REAL ESTATE NEWS

By Aida Poladian

Leaving Yourself a Financial Cushion

When you calculate how mortgage payments. This is espe- fortable amount of savings in a much you will need to purchase a cially true for buyers who are few months. home, you will add up the down putting less than 10 percent payment and closing costs. It is down. Your realtor can give you For professional advice and personal also a good idea to leave yourself guidance. A lot depends on your service when buying or selling real with some financial cushion to overall financial situation. If your estate, consult Aida Poladian at Ramsey- cover the incidental expenses mortgage is a relatively low per- Shilling Associates, (818) 763-5162, ext. associated with moving. . centage of your monthly income, 127, e-mail [email protected], or First, you will have to pay the you will be able to rebuild a com- visit www.AidaPoladian.com. moving company unless you can find friends with strong backs who will help you. Then many buyers plan to do some work, such as painting, replacing carpet or refinishing floors. If you are moving into a larger space, you may find yourself making some major furniture purchases within a few months of closing. A financial cushion is important enough that some lenders require buyers to have an amount in the bank equivalent to two or three months Ramsey-Shilling Sellers of Fine Homes ASSOCIATES Since 1953

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