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DINING OUT IN ALHAMBRA

Artist’s drawing of the new Almansor Court front entrance and landscaping. The Diner On Main, 201 W. Main Street, Alhambra 91801 (626-281-3488) www.dineronmainrestaurant.net, has rolled out its new menu simultaneously with its Almansor Court embarks upon functioning online website that allows customers to place orders using Yelp Eat24 delivery service. This interactive site is very easy to follow and has a full menu a $4 million renovation project on the left side of the page that scrolls from category to category. General Manager Katie MacLaughlin said customers FOR DETAILS, MORE ILLUSTRATIONS, SEE PAGE 9B CONTINUED ON PAGE 17B Recalling Alhambra’s Understanding Real Estate Gary Frueholz baton twirling queen DILBECK REAL ESTATE • 626-318-9436 Gary Frueholz is a Realtor with Dilbeck Real Estate, a BY GARY FRUEHOLZ, DILBECK REAL ESTATE past member of the Alhambra Planning Commission, and “The manipulation of a metal rod with the hands and body to a coordinated a certified Senior Real Estate Specialist. Mr. Frueholz can routine” - baton twirling. Wikipedia. be reached at 626-318-9436 or by e-mail at “Cheryl and I interviewed with the Adrian Modeling Agency over at the YMCA,” [email protected]. To see all of Gary’s articles on Alhambra, visit www.garysstories.com. reminisced Cindy Collins, Alhambra High School graduate, class of 1965. That Gary Frueholz interview back in the spring of 1965 at Alhambra’s Y on Almansor Street did not really go that well for Cindy, who was all of five feet tall. “Mr. Adrian said I was too short.” However, her friend who was another AHS grad of 1965, Cheryl Tiegs, did get a modeling job out of the interview that day. And that experience helped remind Cindy that her real talent and future resided in what she knew best, baton twirling. Cindy’s maiden name was Frazier back in those days and she had been Alhambra High School’s top major- ette during this time. Over her high school years, Cindy amassed 260 trophies in advance baton twirling, pa- rade twirling, hoop baton twirling, and military strut- ting. And from this, Cindy would make a professional ca- reer out of baton twirling. While attending California State University Fullerton, Cindy became a Los Ange- les Rams majorette and later was promoted to director of the Rams pregame and halftime majorette programs in the late 1960s and ’70s. Along the way, Cindy Collins worked with Carroll Rosenbloom and Georgia Frontiere of the Los Angeles Rams and the floor of the Los Angeles Memorial Coli- seum became her creative palette as she designed and directed pregame and halftime programs for the Rams. During her tenure with the Rams majorettes, Cindy Cindy Collins (front, center) directed the Los Angeles Rams Majorette Team in the late incorporated a new level of sophistication and glamour by adding high kicking routines reminiscent of the 1960s and ’70s. They performed not only at Rams games, but also at the White House CONTINUED ON PAGE 27B and Las Vegas. PAGE 2B SENIOR NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017

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See Page 4B for slate of Senior activities for July Sign up now for August Senior Outings Registration Day for August Outings takes place on Tuesday, July 11, for Alhambra residents, and Wednesday, July 12, for non-Alhambra residents at Joslyn Center or online at www.cityofalhambra.org. The August outings include Huntington Beach on Friday, Aug. 4, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., fee: $12, and Redondo Beach Pier on Thursday, Aug. 24, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., fee: $12. Senior Outings for July include: Senior Outing to Seal Beach on Thursday, July 6, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., fee: $12. Registration for this Senior Outing took place last month; please contact the Joslyn office at 626-570-5056 for possible vacancies. Senior Outing to Laguna Beach on Thursday, July 20, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., fee: $12. Registration for this Senior Outing took place last month; please contact the Joslyn office at 626-570-5056 for possible vacancies.

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BY LISA-RENEE ALVARADO Even as an informal caregiver, you can you are not alone. You can google search people too. It’s important to nurture DIRECTOR OF ATHERTON HOME celebrate and acknowledge these posi- online “caregiver stress” and thousands your own humanity in order to give the Taking care of a loved one can be very tive benefits. Caregiving can be very of articles, tips and resources will come human care that you want to provide. meaningful and rewarding. Sometimes challenging; it is important to empha- up. Caregiver stress is common and help At times, everyone needs to take a break, family members who are actively caring size the positive and honor all that you is available for you. Here are some good keep in touch with family and friends, for an older adult don’t see themselves are giving to your family. and necessary habits that will make your vent frustrations, and practice healthy as a “caregiver.” caregiving a positive experience for ev- living. Make time to be physically ac- Nevertheless, the Mayo Clinic iden- Negative aspects of caregiving eryone involved: tive, eat a healthy well-balanced diet, tifies “anyone who provides help to an- Caregiving can also be physically and and get enough sleep.If you work out- • Accept help: Give yourself permis- other person in need, such as an ill emotionally stressful. How can you side the home, but the family caregiving sion to hand out “assignments” for those spouse or partner, a disabled child, or minimize these negative aspects of needs are piling up, consider taking a asking to help. Perhaps they can take an aging relative” as a caregiver. Celebrat- caregiving? Identify and act right away break from your job under the Family your loved one to medical appointments ing this role can help family caregivers when signs of caregiver stress occur in and Medical Leave Act. receive the support and encouragement order to avoid caregiver burnout. Ac- or on a walk. Ask for help. • Embrace technology: Today there they need. cording to WebMD, caregiver burnout • Set realistic goals and know your are many tools to help us save time and is a “state of physical, emotional, and limitations: Break large tasks into stay connected. A smartphone or mo- Positive aspects of caregiving mental exhaustion that may be accom- smaller steps that you can tackle one at bile tablet will allow you to keep others A survey by the National Opinion panied by a change in attitude - from a time. Prioritize, make lists, and estab- updated, check e-mails, and even order Research Center (2014) found that 83% positive and caring to negative and un- lish a daily routine. Many caregivers take online supplies. There are also many of caregivers viewed it as being a posi- concerned.” on too much. It is part of their caregiving new devices that assist with caregiving, tive experience because of: Burnout can occur when caregivers nature. Be honest with yourself about such as medication minders, monitor- • A sense of giving back to someone don’t get the help they need, or if they the type of help you can and cannot ing systems, transfer devices, and mo- who has cared for them. try to do more than they are able. provide; be realistic about your time tion detectors. Caregivers who are burned out may ex- limitations. Know what you can and • The satisfaction of knowing that Smart caregivers use the resources perience fatigue, stress, anxiety, and cannot change and when to say “no.” their loved one is getting excellent care. depression. Signs of caregiver stress in- available. Keep your sense of humor and • Check your expectations: Many practice positive thinking. Know that • Personal growth. clude feeling overwhelmed or constantly caregivers expect their involvement to worried, sleeping too much or too little, you can always get outside help using • Increased meaning and purpose in have a positive effect on the health and gaining or losing weight, becoming eas- caregiving agencies to give you the valu- one’s life. happiness of the patient. This may be ily irritated or angry, mood swings, and able down-time that you need. There is unrealistic for patients suffering from a • Modeling a family legacy of having frequent headaches, bodily pain nothing wrong with getting that extra progressive disease, such as Parkinson’s caregiving to be passed down to future or other physical problems. help. In fact it will help you be a better or Alzheimer’s. generations. If you identify within yourself some caregiver for both you and your loved growing signs of burnout, first know that • Prioritize self-care: Caregivers are one. PAGE 4B SENIOR NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017 Life at Brookdale Joslyn Adult Recreation Center The Beginning of a Beautiful New Chapter Joslyn Center offers activities galore in July

A preview of July activities at Joslyn tions; reduce fatigue, anxiety, and sleep Adult Center, 210 N. Chapel Ave., reveals loss; develop skills to improve communi- appetizing meals, including luncheon cel- cation with doctors, friends, and family; ebrations, and club meetings, lectures, fun and learn how to set goals and problem and games, training classes, trips, special solve to make positive changes in life. Pre- services, parties, shopping outings, spe- registration is required. Presented by Part- cial events, health screenings, and advice. ners in Care Foundation. Check out all the activities in the sum- AARP Driver Safety Program, in mer-fall Leisure Guide, available at Mandarin, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, www.cityofalhambra.org, or take a quick July 21. This defensive driving class is ac- glance at the list below: cepted by many auto insurance compa- Independence Day luncheon cel- nies for a discount. Fee: $15 for AARP ebration at 11 a.m. Monday, July 3. Cel- members, $20 for non-AARP members. ebrate the country’s independence by Check or money order - no cash. Give your loved one the opportunity to live comfort- wearing red, white and blue. Cat Stevens Birthday Luncheon Cel- ably and enjoy their own daily routine, with the con- July Birthday Luncheon Celebra- ebration at 11 a.m. Friday, July 21. Cel- tion, in honor of all who are celebrating ebrate Cat Stevens (aka Yusuf Islam) and fidence of safety and support through assisted living. their birthdays in July, at 11 a.m. Wednes- his music at a special luncheon co-spon- day, July 5. July birthday celebrants in at- sored by HCA Insurance Services. tendance will receive a token gift and lots Bingo from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Phone today to schedule a tour and to learn more about our of upbeat greetings. Monday, July 24. Game winners will re- community: 626-289-3871 (Chinese speaking staff available) National Chocolate Day Luncheon ceive prizes. Celebration on Friday, July 7, at 11 a.m. Medicare 101 Informational Seminar Enjoy some chocolate at a special lun- at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 25. Presented by cheon co-sponsored by Care 1st Health AGA. Plan. Dinner and Bingo from 6 p.m. to 9 Blood Pressure Screening at 10 a.m. p.m. Friday, July 28. (Dinner is served at Monday, July 10, and at 10 a.m. Mon- 6:30, Bingo starts at 7:30). Fee: $10 (reg- day, July 24. Co-sponsored by Alhambra istration required by Friday, July 14). Tasty Brookdale Alhambra Hospital. food, prizes for bingo winners, and much Low Income Subsidy Informational good cheer. 1 E. Commonwealth • Alhambra, CA 91801 Seminar at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 11. Pre- More Bingo, sans dinner, from 12:30 626-289-3871 • [email protected] sented by United Health Care. p.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, July 24. Game Ice Cream Social from noon to 1:30 winners will receive prizes. p.m. Wednesday, July Tony Bennett fans should plan to at- 12. It’s free, but registra- tend the Luncheon Celebration of his tion for this event ended birthday at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 3. on June 29. Attendees He’ll be crooning from appetizer to des- will be invited to create sert, contributing to a mellow and thor- their own special sun- oughly enjoyable lunchtime atmosphere. daes, with the choice of Several other August events are open a variety of yummy top- for registration during all or part of July: pings. Co-sponsored by Spa Day from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. AGA. Monday, Aug. 7. Registration opened in Managing Diabetes June and ends on July 31. The event fee is Informational Seminar $10. Attendees will “Relax, Renew, and and Glucose Screening Refresh” with an afternoon of pampering from 9 a.m. to 10:30 which includes a facial, manicure, mas- a.m. Friday, July 14. Pre- sage, light refreshments, and a gift. sented by Arroyo Vista Senior Pool Party and BBQ from 11 Family Health Center. a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11. Registra- Benefits of Pre- tion began in June and ends on July 28. planning Informa- The event fee is $7. Swimsuit-clad seniors tional Seminar at 10 will have an afternoon of fun in the sun at a.m. Wednesday, July the Granada Park Pool complete with a 19. Presented by Forest poolside barbecue. Co-sponsored by Care Lawn. 1st Health Plan. On the Move - Dinner and Dancing with Elvis from Metro at 10 a.m. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25. Regis- Wednesday, July 19. Par- tration begins on July 14 and continues ticipants will travel on until Aug. 11. The event fee is $10. An Metro to Long Beach, at evening of live entertainment featuring an the cost of Bus/Metro Elvis impersonator and lots of favorite Line fares, becoming fa- Elvis tunes plus a hearty Southern-cooked miliar with Metro and meal at 6:30. “Blue Suede Shoes” are TAP cards. If interested highly recommended. in joining the group, Check out the notice board for any leave contact informa- newly announced events of interest. tion at the Joslyn front Informational Seminars are free of desk. charge, unless otherwise announced, but Healthier Living/ space is limited. Please register in the of- Managing Ongoing fice. Health Conditions Weekday luncheons, provided by Workshop on Wednes- YWCA/Intervale Senior Services, requires days from 1 p.m. to 3 reservations one day in advance, between p.m. July 19 through 9:30 a.m. and noon, at 626-458-4455. Aug. 23. Participants Suggested luncheon donation is $3. will learn how to better For more information, please contact manage health condi- the Joslyn office at 626-570-5056. 7/2017 HEALTH NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 5B

Ask Dr. Dara, DDS

Regardless of the type of treatment, traditional braces or Invisalign, retainers are necessary to Dr. Dara Gashparova, D.D.S. is located at 1933 W Valley Blvd. Readers with dental questions or keep the teeth in their new position. concerns should contact her at 626-289-6131, or e-mail [email protected]. What users should know about retainers

Q: I’m in my mid 30s and had my braces removed Second year with your orthodontist’s permission, Pros: They are removable and allow for easy oral more than 15 years ago. How long should I wear you can transition to nighttime only wear. hygiene. They are very durable. However, Hawley re- my retainer? After that, you should be okay to wear your retainer tainers needs to be replaced every six to eight years A: We used to recommend that retainers be worn every other night for the rest of your life. because they loosen up and no longer keep teeth in twice the time you were in treatment. Unfortunately, Be careful. If you feel that your retainer is too tight position. we see relapses for people that stop wearing their re- or uncomfortable, you should resume wearing it every Cons: Visible metal wire. They need to be tight- tainers after 10 to 15 years of use. night until the retainer feels a little loose and easy to ened up once in a while. The purpose of retainers place. Clear retainers Regardless of the type of treatment, traditional braces Facts to know about retainers Clear retainers are made from clear plastic to com- or Invisalign, retainers are necessary to keep the teeth There are different types of retainers. None of the pletely cover all teeth. Last one to two years. in their new position. Right after the treatment is com- retainers are made to last a lifetime. Pros: They are esthetically pleasing and preserve the pleted, there is an immediate tendency for your teeth new position of the teeth very well. Fixed: usually made from wire bonded to the teeth. to drift back to their old positions. This is because the Cons: They can crack a little easier and collect more It can last two to five years. teeth, bone, and gums around them have “memory.” plaque. Clear retainers have to be brushed with a soft Studies show that this tendency gradually lessens as Pros: no need to remember to put them on. tooth brush and soap every day. Cons: require more maintenance and special trad- the bone fully builds and matures around the new po- In conclusion ers to pass the floss between. sition of the teeth. Take good care of your retainers and don’t forget How long to wear retainers Hawley, the most common retainer. to bring them with you to your hygiene appointments First year you should try to wear your retainer day It is a combination of a plastic frame and wire that so that your dentist can clean and adjust them if nec- and night. wraps around the six front teeth. essary. PAGE 6B HEALTH NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017 Karen H. Chao, O.D. About using daily disposable contact lenses for kids, adults BY KAREN CHAO, O.D. The original idea of contact lenses goes back to the year 1508 and the Ital- ian inventor Leonardo Davinci, who was the first on record to come up with this idea. As we would expect, technology has advanced incredibly over the 500+ years since then. Even more recently over the past few years, contact lens manu- facturers have continually come up with different ways to make contact lenses more comfortable and the safest they have ever been. Daily disposable lenses were first in- troduced 30 years ago, but I find many people don’t know that daily disposables are available for a variety of vision prob- lems, including multifocals and astigma- tism. For many years, people com- plained of dry, red, irritated eyes when wearing contact lenses. Thanks to tech- nology, advances keep making contacts Dr. Karen H. Chao, O.D. has been an more permeable, moist, and comfort- Optometrist in private practice for more able. than 20 years. In addition to general op- Most people enjoy daily disposable tometric care, her services include Vision contact lenses because of the following Therapy, Neuro-Optometric Evaluation reasons: for Traumatic Brain Injury, Corneal Re- Simple: Remove them at night, and fractive Therapy, and Low Vision Services. get a fresh pair every morning. There is She can be reached at 121 S. Del Mar no more guessing at your contact lenses age or setting calendar reminders to re- Ave., Ste. A, San Gabriel 91776. Phone place your contacts. And there are no Dr. Chao at 626-287-0401 or visit Web more cleaning solutions. site www.SGFamilyOptometry.com for Timesaver: In addition to cutting out more information. daily cleaning time, you can carry spare pairs that save you trips home. Healthy: Daily contacts help with eye and changing lenses an easy daily rou- allergies and dry eye symptoms. With tine. less time for deposits to build up, daily Worried that either you or your child contacts offer improved eye health and is getting too nearsighted too quickly? comfort. Multifocal contact lenses can actually Convenient: Great for busy people, slow down the progression of nearsight- including teenagers. With all that’s go- edness (also known as myopia progres- ing on from school and work to sports sion control). to social lives, who wants to care for There is a wide variety of different contacts? Neglecting doctor-recom- types of contacts available, so you will mended replacement and cleaning need to get what is called a “contact lens schedules can pose risks to eye comfort, fitting” to ensure you are prescribed the health, and vision. best lenses for your needs. Optional: So you don’t like wearing You will still need to ensure you get contacts every day? Love your glasses for proper protection from the sun and wear work? Dailies offer the ultimate flexible your favorite sunglasses with the right wear schedule, offering choice of vision amount of UVA and UVB blockage. correction for your busy life. While most people who choose to Daily disposables are a great option wear contact lenses hate wearing their for teenagers too. How many parents glasses, it is important that you ensure wish they could say that? With all that’s you have a back-up pair of glasses. If you going on from school to sports to social have an eye infection or intense aller- lives, teenagers are apt to forget or ig- gies that make your eyes red and itchy, nore cleaning and changing contacts. you may need to go without your lenses Neglecting this part of contact lens care for a day. So please make sure you like can pose risks to their eyes; daily your back-up glasses. disposables make cleaning unnecessary Around Alhambra For advertising rates and other information, contact Alhambra Chamber of Commerce 104 S. First St., Alhambra, CA 91801 Tel: 626-282-8481 Fax: 626-282-5596 www.alhambrachamber.org www.sangabriel-dentist.com Submit press releases to: [email protected] 7/2017 HEALTH NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 7B For Your Good Health Music and Movement BY SHEILA YONEMOTO, P.T. A patient once told me, “Couples who dance together stay together.” She and her husband did ballroom dancing with 15 other couples for many years, and none of the couples ever got divorced. Dancing is a wonderful socializing ac- tivity. It’s a good cardiovascular exercise. It helps with coordination and balance. It involves touching, which is a very in- timate form of communication. And it involves music. Videos on YouTube show a significant difference in movement when people with Parkinson’s are listening to music. In one video, the therapist shows the patient walking with a typical shuffling gait using a walker, but after listening to an easy listening country western song, the patient walked more normally. After a few times around the kitchen floor, he Sheila Yonemoto, P.T., has been a was able to ditch the walker and even physical therapist for more than 30 years, started dancing and singing with the specializing in integrative manual therapy, therapist. Quite amazing. using a holistic approach. She can be In qigong, it is believed that each fin- reached at Yonemoto Physical Therapy, 55 ger is related to a different organ, and S. Raymond Ave, Suite 100, Alhambra when all the organs are working well, 91801. Sheila also offers a “Chinese En- then the brain functions much better. My ergy” exercise class. The first class is free. teacher advised me to play air piano (i.e., Phone 626-576-0591 for more informa- move your fingers like you are playing tion or visit www.yonemoto.com the piano) often to stimulate the organs their genius. One common denomina- and make the brain function better. tor was that they were all gifted in mu- A program on PBS long ago called In- sic or art to a very high level. One sci- novations looked for common denomi- entist was asked why he chose science nators in a group of scientists and doc- instead of music to pursue as a career, tors to see if there were any patterns to CONTINUED ON PAGE 8B PAGE 8B HEALTH NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017 Baby teeth show autism associated with lead, other heavy metals BY JOHN CHAO, D.D.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as many as one in 68 children in the United Sates has Smile Talk autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Re- searchers have shown that autism may be caused by a complex reaction be- tween environmental factors and genet- ics. Separating these causative factors has been particularly challenging. A new study by Manish Arora, Ph.D., a den- tist and environmental scientist at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, has shown a way to isolate genetics from environmental fac- tors, using baby teeth of ASD children. For more information, This was published in the journal Na- contact Dr. John Chao ture Communications. at 626-308-9104. Visit Previous studies have investigated the Dr. Chao’s Web site, relationship between toxic metals, es- chickenswelcome.com sential nutrients, and the risk of having ASD; but these studies showed only metal concentrations in the blood stream after ASD had developed. Infor- mation as to the level of toxic metal lies beneath the tooth enamel. before ASD was diagnosed was left to Cindy Lawler, Ph.D., head of the guesswork. This study reasoned that if National Institute of Environmental pre-ASD toxic levels can be determined, Health Sciences (NIEHS) Genes, En- then environmental exposure toxic met- vironment, and Health Branch, ex- als may be statistically separated from plained the importance of using this genetic factors. scientific method for studying autism: The method used in this new study, “We think autism begins very early, however, manages to bypass many of most likely in the womb, and research these limitations. By looking at natu- suggests that our environment can in- rally shed baby teeth, the researchers crease a child’s risk. But by the time chil- explain they have access to information dren are diagnosed at age 3 or 4, it’s hard that goes as far back as a baby’s prenatal to go back and know what the moms life. And by studying twins, Dr. Arora were exposed to. With baby teeth, we and colleagues were able to separate can actually do that.” genetic influences from environmental To isolate genetic factors causing ones. ASD, the scientists recruited 32 pairs To determine how much metal the of twins. The scientists were able to babies’ bodies contained before and af- compare the twin that developed ASD ter birth, the researchers used lasers to to the twin that had not. The study analyze the growth rings on the den- showed that the difference between the tine (root structure) of the baby teeth. ASD twin and the normal twin was only Much like looking at the age of a tree the level of lead in the blood stream. by examining the rings on its trunk, Hence, the conclusion is that heavy scientists can determine the amount of metals, or the body’s ability to process lead in dentine layers during different them, may affect ASD and that chil- stages of development of the tooth bud. dren with ASD had much higher levels By this means, the scientists were able of lead throughout their development. to ascertain the level of exposure to lead Finally, manganese and zinc were at different stages of fetal development found to correlate with ASD as well. prior to birth. Children with ASD seemed to have less Laser technology allowed the scien- manganese and less zinc than children tists to accurately extract specific layers without, both pre- and postnatally. of dentine, which is the substance that Overall, the study suggests that ei- ther prenatal exposure to heavy metals Sheila Yonemoto, P.T. or the body’s ability to process them may influence the chances of develop- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7B ing autism. and he said it was easier to make a liv- ing being a scientist. Nevertheless, these Dr. Arora called the method “a win- brilliant people continued to play mu- dow into our fetal life.” More extensive sic or do art at an elevated level their studies based on using baby teeth to whole lives. look through this window are recom- You may want to see if your perfor- mended by Dr. Arora. mance with exercise or some other Dr. Arora’s study represents one of physical activity improves with the ad- the numerous ways dental science af- dition of music. At the very least, it may fects medical research. Dentists are get you into a better mood, make the working side by side with physicians task go faster or easier, or may make and scientists to generate solutions to you smarter. health problems. 7/2017 DINING & ENTERTAINMENT NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 9B

Dining & Entertainment | What’s Happening for Food & Fun

Artist’s drawing of the new Palm Court and Patio, left, and the new outdoor gazebo wed- ding ceremony and event area. Anniversary Almansor Specials

Court beginning Original En comida China BIENVENIDO $4 million

Restrictions apply to specials. enhancement 11am to 11pm Cannot combine with any Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor Court, other offer or Groupon. All Alhambra 91801, has just embarked upon a prices are subject to change $4 million renovation. The entire front land- Business Hours: 11am to 12 am (Sun. to Thurs.) without notice. scaping will be replace with lush palm trees, 11am to 1 am (Fri. to Sat.) beautiful high quality synthetic turf and drought resistant plants. The building will be painted with a modern color scheme. The current front entrance will be demolished with a new stone and glass entry contructed. Almansor Court overlooks Alhambra Lake and Golf Course and is a conveniently located brunch, banquet and conference cen- ter. It is a landmark and a Los Angeles County favorite for any social or conference event. The Palm Court and Patio will be reno- vated with a new patio roof and the entire outdoor patio will now have retracting glass instead of canvas sides. The French doors and wall between the patio and indoor section Dine In Only will be removed creating a wonderful open Dine In Only area with amazing views. The Gazebo area will be completely re- done. A new Gazebo will be built next to the lake and the ground leveled and synthetic turf installed. New lighting and umbrellas will adorn the area. Once completed this area will be able to host lunch and dinner events with up to 300 guest. Interiors will have new rest rooms, wallpaper and carpets. New modern chandeliers will accent our Ballroom and Lakeview Room. Located just north of the 10 freeway at the geographical center of Los Angeles County, it is a des- tination for traveling guests from around Southern California. The Catering Staff specializes in private events ranging from con- ferences by day to any type of so- cial event one can imagine by night. Its offices are open seven days a week and prospective cus- tomers are encouraged to visit the venue for a consultation and tour. “You will not be disappointed and once you see the value and profes- sional staff we have to offer, there will be no need to look further,” Manager Gary Miller has previ- ously boasted. With its new renovations, Alhambra’s Almansor Court will be even more desirable as a desti- nation for special events. PAGE 10B DINING & ENTERTAINMENT NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017

HAPPY HOUR 3PM TO 7PM Crabby Crab Seafood & Crab House chef Robert Leovy, owner Bo Mekpongsatorn, and manager Matty Jean are extremely friendly and work hard to make a wonderful dining experi- ence. Crabby Crab Seafood & Crab House sails into Alhambra BY ADRIANA MAESTAS was a well-thought-out consideration by the man- I recently visited the Crabby Crab Seafood & agement team, who wanted their customers to feel Crab House at 742 W. Valley Blvd., and it was well safe while they enjoy seafood cuisine at its best. worth the effort for many different reasons. The Crabby Crab Seafood & Crab House of- The new restaurant sits on its own property with fers clean, wide open spaces allowing family size ample parking spaces. It’s always comforting to groups to feel at home. The spaces also recreate the know that your vehicle is safe and that you don’t atmosphere of a large restaurant on a pier overlook- have to worry about parking on the street. This ing the Pacific Ocean. There are multiple large-screen television monitors behind the wine and beer bar, all Proud to be One of Alhambra’s Fine positioned around the spacious eating areas Downtown International Restaurants Welcome to so one can view the latest sports game. The . family seating areas are designed for diners to forget about formal eating etiquette, while still accessing the available tools provided by saigon eden Crabby Crab Seafood and Crab House that 29 SO. GARFIELD AVE. protect your clothes, including bibs and ALHAMBRA, CA 91801 VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT gloves. I began with a healthy serving of the New Featuring Favorite Dishes from Southeast Asia England white clam chowder. The smell and taste were a sensational part of experiencing this delightful concoction. The Bacon Chow- der Fries followed, which is another tasty cre- ation found only at the Crabby Crab Sea- food & Crab House. Before I could finish, I was lured away by delicious Crabby Cakes filled with 100% king crab lump meat with lines of chipotle aioli sauce. I could have had another serving of those wonderful crab cakes and not felt the least bit guilty. SERVING EXCELLENT OPEN 9 – 9 SUNDAY–THURSDAY • 9-10 FRI – SAT However, the smell of the Shrimp with Head and Tail On sautéed with a spicy se- cret Crabby Crab seafood sauce instantly Craft Beers 626-289-0239 caught my attention. It was wonderful to slowly munch on the shrimp with the tanta- Receive a FREE Spring Roll with purchase of more than $25 of menu items thru Nov.July 30,31, 2016.2017. lizing juices lining my taste buds. I had to slow down just to savor the aroma. Then I was tempted by the Little Neck Clams, ac- companied by garlic butter and lemon pepper. I didn’t want to stop, but the food kept coming, so I slowed down and took a breather. Across the table from me sat from owner Bo Mekpongsatorn, a gen- erous and friendly second genera- Aloha tion restaurateur. Just as gracious Best Happy Hour were his Chef Robert Leovy and Featuring Wonderful Matty Jean, the manager, who were in Alhambra Hawaiian-Style very focused on providing excel- lent service. Each quizzed me with Mon. - Thur. 4-8 pm Entreés, Snacks, questions about the food, service, Craft Beers & Full Bar and how I combinations of sauces Fri. - Sat. 4-7 pm and spices complemented the food. I was thoroughly enjoying Sunday All Day 11 am - 12 pm myself, and I congratulated them on how they have thought of all Late Night Happy Hour 10 pm - Close the items needed to guarantee a wonderful moment in time with- out customers having to empty See our menus online at their wallets for it. They presented themselves as if www.shakashawaiian.com they were a family, all working col- lectively to produce an unforget- 101 W. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 table unique meal with service Behind Starbucks Nordstrom would be jealous of. Flat Screen TVs It’s very special in this industry 626-293-5520 To Watch Your Favorite Sporting Events to observe a finely tuned restau- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 7/2017 DINING & ENTERTAINMENT NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 11B

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From Coffee Proudly Serving Alhambra Since 2003 The chipotle aioli packs some flavor punch on the crabcakes. to Cocktails Crabby Crab Seafood & Crab House presents great food, excellent service CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE eat nutritious unadulterated seafood and rant operation with positive employee in- witness efficient restaurant service in a volvement. Bo Mekpongsatorn has done it comfortable and casual environment. Breakfast quite successfully and it radiates from the The restaurant is open from 4 p.m. to employees who work for him. The waitress 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 7 Days who took care of my table was the picture noon to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, from 7 a.m. of service. She gathered all the remaining and from noon to 10 p.m. on Sunday. dishes and packaged them to go. For more information, visit the website Burgers to live for The Crabby Crab Seafood & Crab at crabbycrab.com and see the ad in this sec- House in Alhambra is a wonderful place to tion. PAGE 12B DINING & ENTERTAINMENT NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017

Around Alhambra For advertising rates and other information, contact Alhambra Chamber of Commerce 104 S. First St. • Alhambra, CA 91801 Tel: 626-282-8481 Fax: 626-282-5596 www.alhambrachamber.org

The Performing Arts Center presents the Cuban Carnival Concert on Sunday, July 23. Performing Arts Center to present Buffet Cuban Carnival Concert, July 23 Alhambra Performing Arts Center (APAC), un- MONDAY - FRIDAY der the direction of Chef and Artistic Director Bill Lunch $11.95 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Yee, presents the Cuban Carnival Concert with MONDAY - THURSDAY award-winning Latin jazz artist Murray Middleman Dinner $13.95 3:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. and Cuban virtuoso pianist Gustavo Ramirez at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 23, at Sage Granada Park United FRIDAY - SUNDAY Methodist Church, 1850 W. Hellman Ave. Lunch $15.95 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Alhambra. Senior dinner price $11.95 Pianist Gustavo Ramirez Oma studied music at KIDS UNDER 3 YEARS FREE AGES 4-8 1/2 PRICE the International School of Music in Havana, Cuba. The harmonic influences of Emiliano Salvador and Gonzalo Rubacalva are revealed in his adventurous original material, also packed with intriguing angu- lar melodies and improvisations. The music is driven by brilliant jazz-fusion lines, coupled with strong funk-rock and Afro-Cuban influences. Murray Middleman grew up in a musical family in Philadelphia and directs Park Avenue West En- tertainment, which provides outstanding live music for many of Los Angeles’s top fundraising events. Mr. Middleman has performed with Buddy Rich, Sammy Davis, Jr., and the Jazz Stars of the Count Basie Orchestra. He was featured Saxophonist for Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines Jazz Cruise in Mexico, Columbia, Aruba, Panama, and Costa Rica. His CD Love Songs for the Galaxy is an upbeat musical Cuban virtuoso pianist Gustavo Ramirez joins award- journey around the world and fea- winning Latin jazz artist Murray Middleman in a tures an international lineup of concert on Sunday, July 23, at the Performing Arts outstanding musicians. The project Center. was produced by Pasadena bassist Guillermo Guzma and features trumpeter Ramon Flores (Juan United Methodist Church under the guidance of Gabriel), pianist-composer Rique the Rev. Dr. George R. Martzen. Pantoja (Chet Baker), vocalist and Alhambra Performing Arts Center is a member pianist Bill Cantos (Burt of the Consortium of Southern California Cham- Bachrach), and the sultry voice of ber Music Presenters and a member of the Alhambra Thania Sanz (Tito Puente). Chamber of Commerce. The Alhambra Performing Arts Admission is free. Donations are accepted dur- Center, formerly The Center for ing intermission. Seating is first come, first served. the Visual & Performing Arts, is Refreshments will be by Le Cordon Bleu trained celebrating its 11th year anniver- chefs. sary. It is a community outreach For more information, contact Mr. Yee at 626- ministry of Sage Granada Park 230-5435, or e-mail [email protected]. 7/2017 MEMBERSHIP GUIDE PULLOUT SECTION/ALHAMBRA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PAGE 13B

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ACCOUNTANTS/CPAS Tompkins & Parrington, Attorney Law BAKERIES CHURCHES Alhambra Exchange Club A.S. Rogers Income Tax Service P.O. Box 589 Mattlorna Cafe Alhambra SDA Church The Grace Place P.O. Box 468 555 W. Main Street, Suite G Alhambra , CA 91801 235 W. Main St., Unit A 220 S. Chapel Ave. Alhambra , CA 91802 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 289-3727 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 289-1632 (626) 282-2156 (626) 316-2002 (626) 289-6137 AUTO BODY REPAIR Alhambra Firefighters Association Briglio & Cheung CPA’s Douglas Auto Body & Paint BANKS/FINANCIAL Bethany Church of Alhambra P.O. Box 7110 2845 W. Valley Blvd. 2453 E. Colorado Blvd. INSTITUTIONS 21 N. Olive Avenue Alhambra , CA 91802-7110 Alhambra , CA 91803 Pasadena , CA 91107 American First National Bank Alhambra , CA 91801 (562) 822-0868 (626) 289-7600 (626) 795-7577 1420 E. Valley Blvd. #A (626) 282-9124 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra Historical Society 1550 W. Alhambra Road Brown, Lloyd & Stevenson Hi Quality Auto Body (626) 863-1980 Chinese Bible Missions Church 15 S. Chapel Ave. 723 S. Fremont Ave. 200 W. Commonwealth Ave. Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91803 Cathay Bank-Atlantic Branch Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 300-8845 (626) 289-5273 (626) 457-9114 601 N. Atlantic Blvd. (626) 570-9044 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra Latino Association P.O. Box 6062 Robert Hall & Associates Seidner’s Collision Center (626) 279-3831 Emmaus Lutheran Church & School 300 W. Glenoaks Blvd., Ste. 200 15 N. Curtis 840 S. Almansor Street Alhambra , CA 91802 Glendale , CA 91202 Alhambra , CA 91801 Cathay Bank-Valley Branch Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 308-2423 (818) 242-4888 (626) 300-0006 43 E. Valley Blvd. (626) 289-3664 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra Masonic Lodge #322 9 West Woodward Ave. APPLIANCES Wondries Family Collision Center (626) 576-7600 First Baptist Church Howard’s Appliances, Inc. 328 S. Marengo Avenue 101 S. Atlantic Blvd. Alhambra , CA 91801 2121 W. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91803 East West Bank - Alhambra Main Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 281-7950 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 282-5496 1881 W. Main Street (626) 570-1511 (626) 943-9413 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra Police Foundation 2801 W. Mission Rd. AUTO DEALERS (626) 308-2012 First United Methodist Church 9 N. Almansor Street Alhambra , CA 91803 ARCHITECTS Alhambra Nissan Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 407-0559 M. Okamoto & Associates, Inc. 726 E. Main Street First Choice Bank (626) 289-4258 25 S. Raymond Ave., Suite 300 Alhambra , CA 91801 407 W. Valley Blvd. Suite 1 Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra Police Officers Association Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 227-0361 P.O. Box 7339 (626) 300-8987 Mandarin Baptist Church of Los Angeles (626) 943-8800 110 W. Woodward Ave. Alhambra , CA 91802-7499 Bob Wondries Ford Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 376-3253 Silver Elm Studio P.O. Box 1131 Industrial & Commercial Bank of China (626) 282-2467 713 W. Duarte Rd. Alhambra , CA 91802 388 E. Valley Blvd., #118 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra Public Library Foundation Arcadia , CA 91107 (626) 289-3591 101 S. First St. (626) 300-8888 Sage Granada Park (626) 233-0261 United Methodist Church Alhambra , CA 91801-3704 Browning Mazda of Alhambra 1850 W. Hellman Ave. (626) 570-5079 ART GALLERY 1200 W. Main St. New Omni Bank 1235 S. Garfield Ave. Alhambra , CA 91803 San Gabriel Fine Arts Assoc. Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 284-3229 American Legion Post - 139 Glass Gallery (626) 576-2800 24 N. Stoneman Avenue (626) 284-5555 P.O. Box 1123 Saint Steven’s Serbian Orthodox Alhambra , CA 91801 San Gabriel , CA 91778 Goudy Honda Cathedral Sterling Bank and Trust (626) 576-9584 (626) 282-1448 1400 W. Main Street 1621 W. Garvey Ave. Alhambra , CA 91801 711 W. Valley Blvd., Suite 100 Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91803 Asian Amer. Economic Devel. Enterprise (626) 576-1114 216 W. Garvey Avenue, Suite E ATTORNEYS (626) 576-8810 (626) 284-9100 Arcos, Carlos A., A Law Corporation Monterey Park , CA 91754 KIA of Alhambra Saint Therese Church (626) 572-7021 333 N. Santa Anita Ave., Suite 8 1247 W. Main St. Wells Fargo Bank - Alhambra Main Arcadia , CA 91006-2845 510 N. El Molino St. Alhambra , CA 91801 701 E. Main Street (626) 284-9003 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 Asian Business Association (626) 289-0000 120 S. San Pedro St., Suite 523 (626) 293-7305 (626) 282-2744 Athlon Legal, APC Los Angeles , CA 90012 New Century BMW San Gabriel Mission (213) 628-1222 14 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Suite 503 1139 W. Main Street Wells Fargo Bank Corporate Pasadena , CA 91103 428 South Mission Drive Alhambra , CA 91801 333 S. Grand Ave., 11th Floor (626) 888-9035 Los Angeles , CA 90071 San Gabriel , CA 91776 Asian Youth Center (626) 570-8444 100 W. Clary Ave. (213) 253-7134 (626) 457-3035 Burke, Williams & Sorenson, L.L.P. San Gabriel , CA 91776 Sierra Acura of Alhambra (626) 309-0425, x116 444 S. Flower St., #2400 1700 W. Main St. Wells Fargo Bank/Alhambra CIGAR LOUNGES Los Angeles , CA 90071 Marketplace Havana House Cigars & Lounge Alhambra , CA 91801 Boys & Girls Club (213) 236-2736 (626) 284-8533 726 E. Valley Blvd. 133 W. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 of West San Gabriel Valley Jeffrey K. Maloney, Attorney at Law 328 S. Ramona Ave. Volkswagen Alhambra (626) 457-3340 (626) 576-0547 Monterey Park , CA 91754 708 N. Curtis Ave. 1811 W. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 573-2831 Alhambra , CA 91801 Wells Fargo Bank/North Alhambra CLOTHING (626) 524-6727 1910 W. Main Street Jade’s Fashions, LLC (626) 407-0500 Green Menu Organization Alhambra , CA 91801 1959 Huntington Drive K & J Law Group 560 W. Main St., Unit D Wondries Toyota (626) 356-8235 Alhambra , CA 91801 225 S. Lake Ave. #300 Alhambra , CA 91801 P.O. Box 1311 (626) 537-1659 Pasadena , CA 91101 (877) 771-5281 Alhambra , CA 91802 Wells Fargo Bank/Valley & New (626) 343-5796 1300 E. Valley Blvd. Vidorra (626) 289-3651 Knights of Columbus #2431 Alhambra , CA 91801 100 E. Main St., Suite 120 Laurie Shigekuni & Associates P.O. Box 1027 (626) 943-2502 Alhambra , CA 91801 225 S. Lake Ave., Suite 300 AUTO REPAIR Alhambra , CA 91801 C & R Auto Electric (626) 940-5505 (562) 843-0770 Pasadena , CA 91101 BEAUTY (800) 417-5250 2931 W. Valley Blvd. Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra Beauty Supply CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS MERCI 445 W. Main Street Law Office of Brandon R. Creel (626) 282-1111 Academy of Special Dreams Foundation P.O. Box 676 Alhambra , CA 91801 1603 W. Valley Blvd., #3276 115 W. California Blvd., Suite 326 Monterey Park , CA 91754-0676 (626) 281-2790 Alhambra , CA 91803 Carroll’s Brake Service Pasadena , CA 91105 (626) 289-8817 (949) 677-8074 2360 West Main Street (323) 253-7380 Alhambra , CA 91801 BUSINESS SERVICES Project NEO-Monterey Park Law Offices of Frank W. Chen (626) 281-0993 National Builders Control Alhambra Alumni Athletic Foundation 1022 E. Garvey Ave. 2600 Mission Street, Suite #206 1110 E. Main Street #202 P.O. Box 6133 Monterey Park , CA 91755 San Marino , CA 91108 Shepard’s Automotive Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91802 (626) 573-0788 (626) 441-4205 2524 W. Main Street (626) 281-8883 (626) 674-3160 Alhambra , CA 91801 Rotary Club of Alhambra Law Offices of Hung Ban Tran (626) 308-3677 CAR WASH Alhambra American Little League P.O. Box 142 228 W. Valley Blvd., Suite #201 Alhambra Car Wash P.O. Box 3534 Alhambra , CA 91802 Alhambra , CA 91801 BAIL BONDS 707 W. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 576-0226 (626) 308-9308 City Bail Bonds Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 230-9646 230 S. Atlantic Blvd. (626) 282-5666 Rotary Club of San Gabriel Valley Litchfield Cavo LLP Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra Educational Foundation - New Generation 1603 Chestnut Street 251 S. Lake Avenue, Suite 750 (626) 576-2245 CHIROPRACTIC/ACUPUNCTURE 560 W. Main St., Suite C-243 Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91801 Pasadena , CA 91101 Precision Chiropractic (626) 943-3080 (201) NEWGEN-1 (626) 683-5089 1014 S. Garfield Ave. Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 642-8593 PLEASE TURN PAGE PAGE 14B MEMBERSHIP GUIDE PULLOUT SECTION/ALHAMBRA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 7/2017

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS DANCE STUDIOS ENTERTAINMENT/HOBBIES Selva Mixed Martial Arts David Mejia Continued Jayvee Dance Performing Arts Center Alhambra Performing Arts Center 1827 W. Valley Blvd. 216 E. Main St. 1850 W. Hellman Ave. Alhambra , CA 91803 Barbara Messina San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 282-2012 4900 Rivergrade Rd., Suite A310 (626) 281.JVJV (5858) (626) 230-5435 Stephen Perry Irwindale , CA 91706 The Fit Factor (626) 856-3400 The Granada L.A. K-100 Karoake 38 W. Main St. James T. Richetts 17 S. First Street 7 N. 3rd St. Alhambra , CA 91801 Soroptimist Intn’l/Alh./SG/SM Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 310-7454 INSURANCE P.O. Box 343 (626) 284-7262 (626) 570-8780 AFLAC Insurance Alhambra , CA 91802 HAIR SALONS 1732 State Street, Apt. #1 (626) 625-8301 DAY CARE/PRESCHOOL Luckman Fine Arts Complex Elevate Barbershop South Pasadena , CA 91030 California State University, 1015 E. Main Street (909) 267-5921 The Alhambra Woman’s Club CENTERS Angels Montessori Preschool 5151 State University Driv Alhambra , CA 91801 P.O. Box 473 Allstate Insurance Company 150 N. Garfield Ave. Los Angeles , CA 90032 (626) 940-5698 Alhambra , CA 91802 820 W. Las Tunas Drive Alhambra , CA 91801 (323) 343-6616 (626) 289-9307 San Gabriel , CA 91776 (626) 457-5927 Popular Demand Hair Center 1700 W. Valley Blvd. Unit B (626) 576-5780 West San Gabriel Valley ESCROW Dynasty Escrow Alhambra , CA 91803 Association of Realtors DENTAL GROUPS ARMAC Insurance Agency, Inc. 205 S. Chapel, Suite D (626) 625-5880 1039 E. Valley Blvd., Suite #205B Alhambra Dental Group 100 E. Huntington Drive, Ste 100 Alhambra , CA 91801 San Gabriel , CA 91776 100 S. First Street Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 281-5491 (626) 288-6212 Alhambra , CA 91801 HEALTH PLANS (626) 281-6000 (626) 308-9104 UnitedHealthcare YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley EVENT PRODUCTION 30 W. Valley Blvd., Suite #101 Automobile Club of So. California 401 E. Corto Street Beggxis Lieberg, D.D.S. Auntie M Creative Consultants, Inc. Alhambra , CA 91801 401 E. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91801 401 N. Garfield Ave., Suite #2 614 S. Date St. (626) 537-3025 Suite 101 (626) 576-0226 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 282-2855 (626) 308-9774 HOME HEALTH CARE (626) 289-4491 COCKTAIL LOUNGES California Mentor Family Home Agency Azul Ultra Lounge Dr. Dara Family Dental Office FINANCIAL SERVICES 1000 S. Fremont Av. Bldg. A-10, Unit Farmers Insurance 129 W. Main Street 1933 W. Valley Blvd Covington Capital Management 98, Ste 10350 2540 Huntington Dr., #107 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91803 601 S. Figueroa St., Suite 2000 Alhambra , CA 91803 San Marino , CA 91108 (626) 282-6320 (626) 289-6131 Los Angeles , CA 90017 (626) 607-0202 (626) 614-9409 (213) 629-7530 COFFEE SERVICE Efren Juarez, D.D.S LAMILL Coffee Inc. HOME IMPROVEMENT - Farmers Insurance - Alhambra 531 W. Las Tunas Drive, Suite D E Pay Experts RETAIL 1122 W. Valley Blvd. 1112 Westminster Ave. San Gabriel , CA 91776 1004 West Covina Parkway Home Depot Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 289-9075 (626) 202-0100 West Covina , CA 91790 500 S. Marengo Ave. (626) 320-2272 (626) 999-2929 Alhambra , CA 91803 Henry C. Lu Dental Corp. COIN COMPANY (626) 458-9800, x 300 Hanasab Insurance Services Alhambra Coin Center 801 W. Valley Blvd., Suite #201 Golden Eagle Wealth Mgmt. 625 S. Fairfax Ave. Alhambra , CA 91801 254 E. Main Street 1000 S. Fremont Av., Unit 82, Bldg. Lowe’s Los Angeles , CA 90036 (626) 281-3651 Alhambra , CA 91801 A1, Ste.1222 2000 Empire Ave. (323) 557-1047 (626) 282-1151 Alhambra , CA 91803 Burbank , CA 91504 M & M Dental (626) 872-2377 (818) 557-2373 John L. Raya Insurance Group COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS 1711 W. Main St. 401 S. Mission Drive Premier Cabling Solutions Alhambra , CA 91801 Primerica Financial Services - Sam Yue HOSPITALS San Gabriel , CA 91776 3070 W. Main Street (626) 308-1711 2016 Denton (626) 570-8611 AHMC Healthcare, Inc. Alhambra , CA 91801 Apt. A 1000 S. Fremont Ave. (626) 768-1051 Steven T. Placido, DDS San Gabriel , CA 91776 John R. Sinner Insurance Agency, Inc. Building A-9 420 N. Garfield Avenue (626) 230-7192 1230 E. Main St. Alhambra , CA 91803 Spectrum Business Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 457-7450 4781 N. Irwindale Ave. (626) 289-9281 FLORISTS (626) 576-1078 Irwindale , CA 91706 Fanny’s Flowers Alhambra Hospital Medical Center (626) 430-3493 Trieu Dentistry New York Life Insurance - San Dimas 5947 Oak Ave. 100 S. Raymond Avenue 1005 S. Garfield Ave. 140 Via Verde COMPUTERS Temple City , CA 91780 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 San Dimas , CA 91773 McComputer Consulting, Inc. (626) 287-1653 (626) 570-1606 (626) 288-5871 (909) 305-6500 407 West Valley Blvd. #4 Garfield Medical Center Alhambra , CA 91803 DEVELOPERS FOUNDRY New York Life Insurance Co. - Glendale 525 N. Garfield Ave. (818) 303-4111 Shea Properties Alhambra Foundry Co., Ltd. 801 N. Brand Blvd., Penthouse 1147 Meridian Avenue Monterey Park , CA 91754 130 Vantis, Suite 200 Glendale , CA 91203 CONSULTANTS Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 573-2222 ACT Camps Aliso Viejo , CA 92656 (818) 259-0551 (949) 389-7127 (626) 289-4294 Alhambra 91803 San Gabriel Valley Medical Center State Farm Insurance (818) 635-7770 438 W. Las Tunas DISCOUNT STORES FURNITURE Talbot Insurance Agency Painted Glory Workshops San Gabriel , CA 91776-1507 315 S. Primrose Ave. C&L Events Costco - Alhambra (626) 289-5454 104 S. First Street 2207 W. Commonwealth 515 S. Westboro Ave. Monrovia , CA 91016 Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 357-3401 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91803 HOTELS/MOTELS (626) 395-9995 (626) 289-7164 (310) 489-1877 Days Inn State Farm Insurance - Tom Romano 15 N. First Street High Point Marketing, Inc. GOLF 1226 E. Main St. DISTRIBUTORS Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 115 W. California Blvd #203 Ace Beverage, LLC Alhambra Golf Course (626) 308-0014 (626) 576-1040 Pasadena , CA 91105 401 S. Anderson Street 630 S. Almansor Street (626) 422-6628 Los Angeles , CA 90033 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 570-5059 San Gabriel Hilton INTERIOR DESIGN (323) 264-6000 225 W. Valley Blvd. Imprenta Communications Group Alpha Staging Design San Gabriel , CA 91776 300 S. Raymond Ave., Suite 9 E-COMMERCE GOVERNMENT/NON-PROFIT 2107-D W. Commonwealth Ave. Pasadena , CA 91105 (626) 270-2717 #456 Evike.Com Inc. Community Development Commission, (626) 300-6620 County of L.A. Alhambra , CA 91803 2801 W. Mission Rd. 700 W. Main St. ICE CREAM STORES (213) 434-9900 Alhambra , CA 91803 Simpson & Simpson Management Alhambra , CA 91801 Creamistry (626) 286-0360 Consulting, Inc. (626) 586-1810 1129 S. Fremont Ave., Ste. B JEWELRY 1000 S. Fremont Ave. Alhambra , CA 91803 Main St. Jewelry & Watches Unit 64, Bldg. A1, Suite #1100 EDUCATION COUNSELING County of L.A. Dept. of Public Works (626) 741-5588 210 W. Main St. CSULA/UCLA Professor Alhambra , CA 91803 900 S. Fremont Ave., 9th Floor Alhambra , CA 91801 2312 S. Westboro Ave. Fosselman’s Ice Cream (626) 282-4000 Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 940-5400 Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 458-4070 1824 W. Main St. (626) 695-9146 Alhambra , CA 91801 CONTRACTORS LIQUOR STORES Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center (626) 282-6533 Dynasty Builders, Inc. Mega Liquor #8 Spark After School Academy 1000 S. Fremont Ave., Unit 23 1501 W. Hellman Ave 2020 W. Valley Blvd. 2168 S. Atlantic Blvd. #222 Alhambra , CA 91803 IMPORT/EXPORT Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91801 Monterey Park , CA 91754 (626) 299-4700 W. Y. International Inc. (626) 299-0811 (626) 282-7070 (626) 232-7606 2000 S. Garfield Ave. Sanz Construction, Inc. Esperanza Services Los Angeles , CA 90040 Total Education Solutions Superstore #2 2724 W. Main St. 2510 W. Main St. (323) 726-8733 625 S. Fair Oaks, Suite #300 320 W. Alhambra Rd. Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 So. Pasadena , CA 91030 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 872-2150 (626) 457-5242 INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS (323) 341-5580 (626) 284-3258 Mary Louise Bunker Vivint, Inc. GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDIOS MANUFACTURER & REPAIR 4931 N. 300 EMPLOYMENT SERVICES APPultra Robert Cervantes EMCORE Corporation West Provo , UT 84604 Central SGV Worksource Center - 125 W. Main St., Ste. B 2015 Chestnut Street (877) 873-9883 Goodwill Ind. Alhambra , CA 91801 Merrill W. Francis Alhambra , CA 91803 11635 E. Valley Blvd., Unit G (626) 800-2458 (626) 293-3400 CREDIT CARD El Monte , CA 91732 Lorelei Gilliam (626) 258-0365 X275 CoKreeate TERMINAL SYSTEM Josh Goldberg MAKEiT, Inc. CoCard LA 1019 E. Main Street, Unit B MCS Northeast SGV AJCC 612 S. Marengo Ave. 1641 W. Main Street, Suite 303 Alhambra , CA 91801 2550 W. Main St., Suite 101 Owen Guenthard Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 201-3738 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 470-7938 (800) 500-2899 (626) 284-9715 Gordon E. Johnson GYMS MARKETING AGENCIES Planet Fitness CREDIT UNIONS ENGINEERING Ken S. Kasamatsu CMPG Credit Union of Southern California 610 E. Valley Blvd. Transtech Engineers, Inc. 2620 Concord Ave., #100 900 S. Fremont Ave Alhambra , CA 91801 Gary La Guard 13367 Benson Avenue Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91803 (310) 740-0075 Chino , CA 91710 (626) 782-9999 (866) 287-6225 (909) 595-8599 CONTINUED NEXT PAGE 7/2017 MEMBERSHIP GUIDE PULLOUT SECTION/ALHAMBRA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PAGE 15B

Fatboy Marketing Company Melody Chang Violin Studio E.L. Maloney Plumbing Co. RESALE BOUTIQUE Next Republic Kitchen 1441 Huntington Drive. #141 1416 S. 8th St. 1008 ‘A’ Huntington Drive Main Street Attraction 119 W. Main St. So. Pasadena , CA 91030 Alhambra , CA 91803 San Marino , CA 91108 218 W. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91801 (800) 454-9024 (909) 979-3393 (626) 289-0228 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 589-7361 (626) 289-5150 MARKETS/CONVENIENCE Poprock Academy Plumbing Wholesale Outlet, Inc. Our Times Cafe STORES 11 S. 2nd Street 17 N. First St. RESTAURANT SUPPLIES 301 W. Main St. Big T Mini Mart Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 Lahtt Sauce Co. Alhambra , CA 91801 240 W. Main St. (626) 282-ROCK (626) 281-7600 7318 Teresa Ave. (626) 537-1808 Alhambra , CA 91801 Rosemead , CA 91770 (626) 289-2448 NEWSPAPERS PRINTERS (310) 896-1724 Ritter’s Steam Kettle Cooking Global Times Davis Blue Print Company 1800 W. Valley Blvd. Cali Mart 801 S. Garfield Ave., Suite 218 3205 N. Main St. Alhambra , CA 91803 RESTAURANTS (626) 872-6464 1000 E. Valley Blvd. Alhambra , CA 91801 Los Angeles , CA 90031 Almansor Court Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 512-7570 (323) 225-4703 700 S. Almansor Street (626) 284-8819 Road to Seoul Alhambra , CA 91801 1 W. Main Street Pasadena Star News Plaza Printing (626) 570-4600 Sprouts Farmers Market 911 E. Colorado Blvd. 126 E. Valley Blvd. Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 940-5958 150 E. Main St. Pasadena , CA 91106 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alondra Hot Wings Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 578-6300 x4472 (626) 576-0209 515 W. Main St. Robeks Fresh Juices and Smoothies (626) 863-1096 Alhambra , CA 91801 OFFICE FURNITURE Studio 7 Graphics 9 W. Main Street (626) 576-7119 Alhambra , CA 91801 Indoff Solutions Unlimited 2405 W. Hellman Ave. MEDICAL CLINICS (626) 872-6787 HealthCare Partners Medical Group 700 Novelda Road Alhambra , CA 91803 Applebee’s Restaurant (323) 715-5009 55 S. Raymond Avenue #200 Alhambra , CA 91801 21 E. Main St. Saigon Eden Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) -308-3420 Alhambra , CA 91801 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 29 S. Garfield Ave. (626) 570-8005 (626) 576-4621 Alhambra , CA 91801 InveServe Corp. OPTOMETRISTS (626) 289-0239 Pacific Medical Imaging 1234 Ortho-K Vision Care 123 S. Chapel Ave. Baja Cali Fish & Chips & Oncology Center 1234 S. Garfield Ave., #105 Alhambra , CA 91801 2001 W. Valley Blvd. Shakas 707 S. Garfield Ave. Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 458-3435 Alhambra , CA 91803 101 W. Main St., #C Suite B-001 (626) 282-5388 (626) 872-0479 Alhambra , CA 91801 The Huntington Professional Bldg. Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 293-5520 (626) 227-2727 Dr. Jeffery Shiau Optometrist 3010 San Pasqual Street Big Catch Seafood House 2 W. Main St. Pasadena , CA 91107 2 S. Garfield Ave. Shakey’s Pizza Planned Parenthood Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 289-1819 Alhambra , CA 91801 2234 W. Valley Blvd. Alhambra Health Center (626) 282-3115 (323) 780-9288 Alhambra , CA 91803 330 S. Garfield Ave., Suite #300 PUBLICATIONS (626) 576-7851 Alhambra , CA 91801 Karen Chao, O.D., Inc. Town Square Publications Blaze Pizza (626) 798-0706 121 S. Del Mar Ave. Suite A P.O. Box 26598 100 E. Main St. #160 Sichuan Impression San Gabriel , CA 91776 Fresno , CA 93729 Alhambra , CA 91801 1900 W. Valley Blvd. MEDICAL DOCTORS (626) 287-0401 (559) 960-3513 (626) 940-5747 Alhambra , CA 91803 Allied Pacific IPA (626) 283-4622 1668 S. Garfield Ave., 2nd Floor Snyder Optometry, Inc. REAL ESTATE Blockheads Shavery Creamery 12 W. Main St. Alhambra , CA 91801 22 S. Chapel Avenue Anthony Venti Realtors, Inc. Sidebar Grill Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 282-0288 Alhambra , CA 91801 1129 E. Main Street 433 W. Main St. (626) 282-8727 (626) 282-8493 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 Francisco G. Rodriguez, D.O. (626) 282-6121 (626) 872-0845 330 W. Las Tunas Dr., Suite #1 ORTHODONTISTS Bun ‘N Burger 1000 E. Main Street San Gabriel , CA 91776 Tina Marie & Annie Siu, DDS G.E. Property Development, Inc. Spanglish Kitchen Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 284-3300 2585 Huntington Drive 407 W. Valley Blvd. #4 526 N. Atlantic Blvd. (626) 281-6777 San Marino , CA 91108 Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91801 MEDICAL EQUIPMENT (626) 796-0615 (626) 282-9200 (626) 589-0482 Denny’s Restaurant Metro Home Healthcare Equip/Supply 369 W. Main St. 1430 W. Valley Blvd. William B. Hentosz Orthodontics Gary A. Frueholz/Dilbeck Real Estate Steven’s Steak & Seafood House Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91803 320 S. Garfield Ave. Suite 306 1499 Huntington Drive 5332 Stevens Pl. (626) 281-6701 (626) 282-2200 Alhambra , CA 91801 Suite 100 Commerce , CA 90040 (626) 458-8898 South Pasadena , CA 91030 (323) 723-9856 Diner on Main MEDICAL SERVICES (626) 403-5220 201 W. Main Street Subway Sandwiches & Salads Albert C. Mak, MD, Inc. PARTY RENTALS Alhambra , CA 91801 H.M.E. Realtors 1701 W. Main Street 707 S. Garfield Ave., Suite B002 Partyline Event Rentals (626) 281-3488 Alhambra , CA 91801 9674 Telstar Ave., Unit J 248 E. Main St., Suite #100 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 458-5543 (626) 227-2777 El Monte , CA 91731 Earth Kitchen (323) 222-7115 (626) 281-3400 Ext.125 235 W. Main St. The Boiling Crab Arroyo Vista Family Health Center Alhambra , CA 91801 Keller Williams Executive 33 W. Main Street 6000 N. Figueroa St. Piñata Jakstand (626) 766-1517 Los Angeles , CA 90042 2819 W. Ramona Rd., #B 388 E. Valley Blvd., #106 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 300-5898 (323) 987-2000 x2007 Alhambra , CA 91803 Garden Cafe (323) 225-4453 (626) 872-2207 228 W. Valley Blvd. Suite #101 The Crabby Crab Central Health Plan of California Alhambra , CA 91801 KYS Properties - Rodeo Realty 742 W. Valley Blvd. 806 S. Garfield Ave. PAYROLL SERVICES (626) 289-1833 9200 Sunset Blvd., Suite 200 Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91801 Paychex Los Angeles , CA 90069 (626) 872-0807 (626) 388-2300 500 N. Brand Blvd. #1400 Izakaya Akatora Restaurant (323) 854-2868 Glendale , CA 91203 115 W. Main St. The Hat Home of Angels Alhambra , CA 91801 (818) 241-3800 LandZ Real Estate 1 W. Valley Blvd. 1000 S. Granada Avenue ((62) ) 943-7872 Alhambra , CA 91801 401 N. Garfield Ave., Suite #2 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 872-2162 PHARMACIES Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 282-0140 Alhambra Professional Pharmacy J. J. Bakery & Cafe (626) 289-8584 J. J. Gourmet Food Corp 330 S. Garfield Ave.,Ste 104 The Poke Joint Plushderma Laser Clinic 150 E. Main St., #100 Alhambra , CA 91801 ManRealty.com 6 W. Main St. 11008 Valley Mall, Suite 201 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 458-8909 119 S. Atlantic Blvd., Suite #303 Alhambra , CA 91801 El Monte , CA 91731 (626) 965-9669 (626) 448-7587 Monterey Park , CA 91754 (626) 588-1788 PHOTOGRAPHIC (626) 872-0608 Jasmine House DBA, GL Restaurant Inc. The Thai Paradise Superior Scientific Alhambra Camera, Inc. 11 W. Main Street Re/Max Titanium 909 W. Las Tunas Dr. 201 S. Raymond Avenue 121 E. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91801 8932 Mission Drive, Suite 102 San Gabriel , CA 91776 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 284-8000 (626) 281-5588 (626) 282-6365 Rosemead , CA 91770 (626) 570-8887 (888) 258-3508 Kosuke/Noodle Square Tokyo Table UCLA Health Medical Office Michael O’Day Photography 618 W. Main St. #B Safco Realty & Investment, Inc. 100 E. Main St., #100 707 S. Garfield Ave., Suite 304 1005 E. Las Tunas Dr., #506 Alhambra , CA 91801 238 S. Atlantic Blvd. Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 San Gabriel , CA 91776 (626) 289-8030 (626) 588-2825 (866) 329-3106 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 656-2222 (626) 289-4088 Limericks Tavern Tomomi Sushi YSL Family Medicine Toyo Miyatake Studio 300 W. Main St., Ste. #110 The Ratkovich Company/The Alhambra 17 W. Main St. 600 N. Garfield Ave., Suite 100 235 W. Fairview Ave. Alhambra , CA 91801 1000 S. Fremont Ave., Bldg. A-7, Alhambra , CA 91801 Monterey Park , CA 91754 San Gabriel , CA 91776 (626) 872-1504 (626) 927-9915 (626) 289-5674 Suite 7300 (626) 458-0388 1st Floor, Ste 10150 Mancora Peruvian Cuisine Alhambra , CA 91803 Twohey’s Restaurant MORTUARIES/CEMETERIES PHYSICAL THERAPY 240 W. Main St., Unit A 1224 N. Atlantic Blvd. Bleu Physical Therapy (626) 300-5000 Rose Hills Mortuary Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 550 E. Main St. 1819 W. Valley Blvd., Unit B (626) 940-5402 Tri Omega Realty (626) 284-7387 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91803 955 S. Meridian Ave. (626) 299-3000 (626) 988-6211 McDonald’s Alhambra , CA 91803 Wendy’s 909 E. Main Street 245 S. Atlantic Blvd. Yonemoto Physical Therapy (626) 457-2010 MUSIC - RETAIL AND Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 55 S. Raymond Avenue #100 (626) 289-4541 INSTRUCTION RENTALS (626) 282-7349 Classical European Music Academy Alhambra , CA 91801 United Site Service McDonald’s Los Angeles (626) 576-0591 Wing Stop 4511 Rowland Ave. P.O. Box 3994 1520 W. Valley Blvd 100 E. Main St., Suite 150 El Monte , CA 91731-1123 Los Angeles , CA 90078 PLUMBERS Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 698-3057 (626) 458-8113 (323) 678-3239 Alhambra Backflow (626) 282-9464 Lue Plumbing Service Marini Music 2011 S. Fremont Ave. New England Fish & Chips 222 W. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91803 1705 W. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 281-6736 Alhambra , CA 91801 RESTAURANTS/CATERING (626) 289-0241 (626) 576-2082 PLEASE TURN PAGE PAGE 16B MEMBERSHIP GUIDE PULLOUT SECTION/ALHAMBRA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 7/2017 REMOVE THIS SECTION FOR HANDY DESK REFERENCE

RESTAURANTS/CATERING Brookdale Alhambra Ramona Convent Secondary School H & R Block - W. Valley location So. California Edison Co. 0 38 Ale House and Grill 1 E. Commonwealth Ave. 1701 W. Ramona Road 945 W. Valley Blvd. 1000 E. Potrero Grande Dr. 100 W. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91803-3099 Alhambra , CA 91803 Monterey Park , CA 91754 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 289-3871 (626) 282-4151 (626) 289-4187 (323) 720-5213 (626) 282-2038 Burke Manor Saint Therese School H & R Block -Alhambra Courtyard So. California Gas Company Charlie’s Trio 15 N. Third Street 1106 E. Alhambra Road 349 E. Main Street, Suite #102 11912-B Valley Blvd. 47 W. Main Street Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 El Monte , CA 91732 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 458-1505 (626) 289-3364 (626) 570-0213 (800) 427-2200 (626) 284-4943 California Mission Inn St. Thomas More School TJ’s Financial & Income Tax VENDING MACHINES La Parrilla Mexicana Restaurant, Inc. 8417 Mission Drive 2510 S. Fremont Avenue 1338 W. Main St. Tri-Star Vending 2938 W. Valley Blvd. Rosemead , CA 91770 Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91801 507 S. Palm Avenue Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 287-0438 (626) 284-5778 (626) 320-9611 Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 289-2412 (626) 282-5044 Regency Park Senior Living University of the West TELEPHONE SERVICES Marie0 Callender’s Restaurant 150 S. Los Robles Ave., Suite 480 1409 Walnut Grove Ave. AT&T, Inc. VETERINARIANS 220 S. Atlantic Blvd. Pasadena , CA 91101 Rosemead , CA 91770 2260 E. Imperial Hwy, Suite 961 Alhambra Veterinary Hospital Monterey Park , CA 91754 (626) 773-8800 (626) 571-8811 El Segundo , CA 90245 1501 W. Mission Road (626) 281-9548 (800) 288-2020 Royal Vista San Gabriel Alhambra , CA 91803 SECURITY (626) 289-9227 Wahib’s Middle East Restaurant 901 W. Santa Anita Street Diversified Alarm Service, Inc. THEATERS 910 E. Main St. San Gabriel , CA 91776 1001 Monterey Pass Road Edwards Alhambra Renaissance VCA Mission Animal Hospital Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 289-8889 Monterey Park , CA 91754 Stadium 14 & IMAX 25 W. Mission Rd. (626) 281-1006 (323) 980-9528 1 E. Main St. Sunny View Care Center Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91801 1428 S. Marengo Ave. (626) 289-3643 RESTORATION/ SHIPPING & MAILING (626) 300-8312 Alhambra , CA 91803 CONTRACTORS West Main Animal Hospital (626) 576-1032 SERVICES Servpro of Alhambra The UPS Store TOWING 2216 W. Main Street 318 S. Palm Ave., Suite D 560 W. Main St., Suite C Alhambra , CA 91801 SALES PROMOTION Al’s Towing Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91801 905 S. Westminster Avenue (626) 282-2179 Advanced Promotional Products (626) 283-5875 (626) 284-8298 Alhambra , CA 91803 2818 W. Main Street (626) 289-7277 WATER Alhambra , CA 91801 RETAIL STORES Hall’s Culligan Water (626) 282-7001 SHOPPING CENTERS Adiva Intimates Alhambra Valley Properties #1 TROPHIES & AWARDS 502 S. Lyon St. 815 S. Fremont Ave. 11812 San Vicente Blvd. #500 Santa Ana , CA 92701 SCHOOLS Awards by Champion Alhambra , CA 91803 Los Angeles , CA 90049-5081 P.O. Box 6944 (714) 953-6300 Alhambra Unified School District (626) 300-9100 (310) 471-4300 Rosemead , CA 91770 1515 W. Mission Road (626) 287-2171 WEB DESIGN Battery World Alhambra , CA 91803 SIGNS Fire Lite Design Studio 1032 E. Main Street (626) 943-3330 Signarama Vina Engraving & Live Scan 718 N. Monterey St. #308 Alhambra , CA 91801 Fingerprinting All Souls World Language 1385 N. Lake Ave. Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 289-5962 1025 E. Las Tunas Drive Catholic School Pasadena , CA 91104 (626) 559-2010 San Gabriel , CA 91776 29 S. Electric Avenue (626) 794-1625 Dunn-Edwards Paints (626) 287-0778 1435 W. Valley Blvd. Alhambra , CA 91801 WELLNESS & HEALTH Special Signs, Inc. Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 282-5695 LifeWave 115 N. San Gabriel Blvd. (626) 427-0408 UTILITIES/WASTE 707 W. Valley Blvd., Unit #22 Alliant International University San Gabriel , CA 91775 MANAGEMENT Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 285-8870 Handcrafted Model Ships 1000 S. Fremont Ave., Bldg. #5 Allied Waste/Republic Services (626) 616-0669 1841 W. Valley Blvd. Alhambra , CA 91803 9200 Glenoaks Blvd. Alhambra , CA 91803 (626) 270-3304 SKIN CARE Sun Valley , CA 91352 WINDOW TINTING (626) 299-7330 CM Clinical Skin Care (818) 974-5136 G5 Alhambra American College of Commerce & 242 E. Main St. 2207 W. Valley Blvd. Maido Stationery & Gifts Technology Alhambra , CA 91801 San Gabriel Valley Water District Alhambra , CA 91803 150 E. Main St., Unit 110 1000 S. Fremont Ave., Bldg. A10 (626) 281-3343 P.O. Box 1299 (626) 282-0010 Alhambra , CA 91801 Suite 10425 Azusa , CA 91702 (626) 284-8205 Alhambra , CA 91803 SPAS (626) 969-7911 (626) 766-1420 Harmony Spa of Monterey Park MMallO2O 321 W. Garvey Ave., #A 410 W. Main St., Suite 230 Bell Tower Bilingual School Monterey Park , CA 91754 Alhambra , CA 91801 3116 W. Main St. (626) 380-8954 (562) 219-6059 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 943-9970 STORAGE FACILITIES Office Depot A-1 Self Storage California Institute of Advanced Mgt. 1200 W. Valley Blvd. 2300 Poplar Blvd. 9550 Flair Dr. #201 Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91803 El Monte , CA 91731 (626) 943-0900 (626) 999-3566 (626) 350-1500 Ohana Brewing Company U.S. Storage Centers - Alhambra East Los Angeles College 7 South First Street 2500 W. Hellman Ave. 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez Alhambra , CA 91801 Alhambra , CA 91803 Monterey Park , CA 91754 (626) 282-2337 (626) 872-6922 (323) 265-8663 Target 2120 W. Main St. Oneonta Montessori School TAX SERVICE Alhambra Tax Center Alhambra , CA 91801 2221 Poplar Blvd. 1009 E. Main Street (626) 308-3290 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 284-0840 Alhambra , CA 91801 TonyMoly (626) 282-1084 108 S. First Street Options For Learning-State Preschool Exact Tax Alhambra , CA 91801 18455 Railroad St. 1024 E. Garvey Ave. (626) 644-0293 City of Industry , CA 91748 (626) 854-3449 Monterey Park , CA 91755 (626) 573-0788 RETIREMENT/ CONVALESCENT HOMES Platt College 1000 S. Fremont Ave. H & R Block - Commonwealth Atherton Baptist Homes Building A10 2595 W. Commonwealth Ave. 214 S. Atlantic Blvd. Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91803 Alhambra , CA 91801 (626) 300-5444 (626) 407-0700 (626) 289-4178 Alhambra is Rich in Restaurants Dine Out Tonight and Enjoy Yourself

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Lizard theater’s staff of instructors and mentors: Amanda Salmon, Cameron Parker, Summer Stratton, and Jay Parker. Cameron Rose is not pictured. Mosaic Lizard Theater back in operation at new location on 4th St. Mosaic Lizard Theater announced that the small theater company will continue to serve the families of Alhambra with low cost workshops and showcases at a new location at 13 N. Fourth St. Alhambra. The projected opening date is Monday, July 10. Alhambra’s only performance arts venue closed its doors last October after serving the city for more than a decade. This will be Lizard Theater’s third loca- tion since coming to Alhambra. It will have a workshop, rehearsal and showcase space, podcast studios, and offer a variety of classes having to deal with the theater arts. When redevelopment funding was pulled from the city, the theater’s last space had to be sold. Since October, Lizard Theater has performed twice at a local church as well as doing monthly podcasts. In May, the Lizard Theater’s original comedy series “Bat Knight” was presented at the San Luis Obispo Little Theater to sold-out audiences. This non-profit organization’s mission is to provide the experience of theater to the community regardless of age, race, gender, and economic resources. While the theater’s popular productions of original and classic theater works will be presented at another location, the new space is where the produc- tions will be created. A talented team of in- structors has been gathered to offer a wide variety of workshops, including Playwriting, Musical Theater, Acting, Shakespeare, and Improvisation. The theater will now offer classes for se- niors 60 and over as well as classes for young children. For more information and donation op- portunities, phone Mosaic Lizard Theater Foundation at 626-202-2859 or check the website at www.lizardtheater.com. DINING OUT DINER ON MAIN, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1B who want to eat at home may also order di- rect from the restaurant by phone and pick up their food orders, if they prefer. Those planning to eat at the restaurant may check the menu in advance and find their favorite items before leaving home or work. Some of the interesting menu items one might enjoy come from the What’s Good cat- egory: Wings Over America, Spicy, teriyaki or BBQ style, $8.50; Barq’s Root Beer or Coke Float, our cool and creamy old fash- ioned floats, $4.30; New York Steak, Char- broiled strip steak cooked to your liking. Ask for teriyaki, peppercorn or blackened. No CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE PAGE 18B DINING & ENTERTAINMENT NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017 Fine Dining for Thai Cuisine

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Automotive News | Auto Dealers, Repairs, Services Nissan to offer standard Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) on one million U.S. vehicles in 2018 model year • Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)1, an element of Nissan Intelli- gent Safety Shield Technologies, helps avoid or reduce the severity of potential frontal collisions • AEB will be standard on seven of Nissan’s most popular models, including the best-selling Rogue, Altima and Murano • More than doubles the number of AEB-equipped Nissan vehicles versus 2017 model year • Other available safety, security and driving aid technologies include Intelli- gent Around View Monitor (I-AVM), In- telligent Distance Control (I-DC), In- telligent Blind Spot Intervention (I- BSI), Intelligent Lane Intervention (I- LI) and Intelligent Driver Alertness (I- The “right sized” 2017 Rogue Sport DA) Nissan has recently announced that it vehicle ahead, giving the driver audible such as AEB can help reduce injury insur- The projected 2018 AEB sales are more is making Automatic Emergency Braking and visual display warnings to help the ance claims by as much as 35% (2015 re- than double that of previous model years. (AEB) standard on a projected one mil- driver reduce the vehicle’s speed if a po- port). It will be offered as standard equipment lion vehicles sold in the United States for tential frontal collision is detected. If the “The big news here is that we’re mak- on 2018 Rogue and Rogue Sport, Altima, model year 2018, including seven of the driver fails to respond, the AEB system ing AEB standard across all grades of our Murano, LEAF, Pathfinder, Maxima and company’s most popular models: Rogue/ can apply the brakes, helping the driver best-selling models,” said Michael Bunce, Sentra (except manual transmission- Rogue Sport, Altima, Murano, LEAF, to avoid the collision or reduce the speed vice president, Product Planning, Nissan equipped and all NISMO versions) mod- Pathfinder, Maxima and Sentra (except of impact if it is unavoidable. North America, Inc. els, as well as select Armada models. manual transmission-equipped and all According to National Highway Traf- “This increased AEB availability is part For more information on the complete NISMO versions). fic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data, of our ongoing commitment to help re- Nissan vehicle lineup and available ad- AEB (previously known as Forward one-third of all police-reported crashes duce fatalities while realizing our compre- vanced safety, security and driver-assis- Emergency Braking) uses radar technol- involve a rear-end collision (2013 study). hensive vision of Nissan Intelligent Mo- tance technologies, please visit ogy to monitor a vehicle’s proximity to the The NHTSA also reports that systems bility,” Mr. Bunce said. www.NissanNews.com. PAGE 20B AUTOMOTIVE NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017

Prosperity abounds on Alhambra’s Auto Row Shop for a new car and get a great deal

The Alhambra Chamber of Commerce salutes

Browning Mazda New Century BMW 1200 W. Main St. 1139 W. Main St. 626-576-2800 626-570-8444 Alhambra Nissan Sierra Acura 726 E. Main St. 1700 W. Main St. 626-289-6161 Alhambra 626-284-8533 Alhambra • Chrysler, Dodge • Jeep • Ram Volkswagen Alhambra 1100 W. Main St. 1811 W. Main St. 626-537-2400 866-426-2915 Goudy Honda Bob Wondries Ford 1400 W. Main St. 400 S. Atlantic Blvd. 626-576-1114 626-289-3591 Kia of Alhambra Wondries Toyota 1247 W. Main St. 1543 W. Main St. 626-289-0000 626-289-8000 KEEP ALHAMBRA GREEN. The Chamber of Commerce urges all residents to shop locally for their new or used cars and trucks. 7/2017 AUTOMOTIVE NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 21B

2018 Ford Expedition with new FX4 Off-Road Package adds technology and 4x4 hardware Expedition FX4 Off-Road Package standard equipment includes off-road-tuned shocks, new to make this family SUV even more capable on trails and unpaved surfaces. electronic limited-slip rear differential, skid plates, side steps and FX4 badging. 2018 Expedition FX4 is most off-road-capable equipped New Terrain Management System™ enables driver to help improve off-road performance in low-traction situ- • FX4 badging on the liftgate and front fender. select modes to optimize driving dynamics to environ- ations by automatically varying power output side-to-side, mental conditions – from snow to mud, sand and more. depending on which wheels need extra traction. With • New rubber floor liners featuring deep side sills that For the more than 20% of Expedition owners that use 3.73:1 gearing, the electronic limited-slip rear differen- can be removed and cleaned of any mud, sand or water their SUV for off-road adventure, Ford has introduced tial also improves towing performance and capability. that gets dragged in on family adventures the new 2018 Expedition FX4 Off-Road Package, mak- • Off-road-tuned shocks more stiffly tuned to keep Expedition’s new easy-to-use Terrain Management Sys- ing it the most off-road-capable Expedition ever. wheels in contact with the road. tem™ lets FX4 customers select from seven special drive The new Expedition lineup, including the FX4 Off- • All-terrain tires with thicker sidewalls to maintain a modes that help Expedition automatically adapt to dif- Road Package, goes on sale this fall. smooth ride while delivering the traction needed over ferent road conditions. This includes normal for around “The FX4 Off-Road package delivers off-road driving rough terrain. town driving, sport for more spirited trips, tow/haul for confidence,” said Mike Kipley, Expedition vehicle engi- • Seven different skid plates that serve as underbody improved towing and hauling performance, eco for en- neering manager. “The technology we’re using works to armor and protect critical areas. They include a new sand hanced fuel economy, grass/gravel/snow for loose terrain, adapt to different driving conditions so customers can shield to protect the turbocharger intercoolers from get- sand for low traction situations and mud/rut for uneven enjoy the adventure without worry.” ting clogged when driving through tall berms in sand surfaces. Expedition’s new high-strength, aluminum-alloy body dunes – plus steel plates to protect steering gear, engine, Expedition FX4 drivers also can manually select either and redesigned high-strength steel frame form the foun- transmission and transfer case and a full-length guard for 2WD or 4WD modes in a given drive mode, depending dation for its off-road and towing capabilities. The use of the fuel tank. on their preferences and terrain. advanced materials enabled engineers to save up to 300 • The chin spoiler beneath the front bumper has been The new Expedition provides generous space, connec- pounds, with much of the savings reinvested to offer cus- shortened to improve approach angles to help climb over tivity and smart new technology. The Expedition FX4 Off- tomers more technology and features than ever before. tall or steep obstacles. Road Package has a powerful 3.5-liter EcoBoost® engine, • Unique 18-inch Magnetic Metallic-painted cast-alu- rated at 375 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque, plus FX4 off-road package includes: minum wheels standard Auto Start-Stop, a new 10-speed transmission • Patented electronic limited-slip rear differential to • Chrome running boards. and available best-in-class towing of 9,300 pounds.

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The 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan EA888 engine continues Volkswagen’s move toward smaller, turbocharged engines. 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan features new right sized 2.0-liter TSI® engine The new 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan ar- EA888 Generation 3B is expected to of- rives in dealerships this summer powered fer improved fuel efficiency along with a by the most advanced version ever of 20% boost in maximum torque to 221 Volkswagen’s EA888 four-cylinder engine. foot pounds. The majority of the engine The updated version of the benchmark – from the cast-iron block to the alumi- EA888 four-cylinder, turbocharged and num-alloy pistons and cylinder head to direct-injection engine uses an innovative the valve springs – has been updated along modification to the conventional four- the way. stroke cycle to offer an improved combi- During development, engineers fo- nation of power, efficiency and respon- cused on making the engine more efficient siveness. in the range of driving that most custom- First introduced in the 2009 CC, the ers use every day, which led to the intro- EA888 continued Volkswagen’s move to- duction of a modified Miller combustion ward smaller, turbocharged engines that cycle that is unique to the Volkswagen offer the fuel economy benefits of Group. Whereas the traditional Miller downsizing with the power of a larger-dis- cycle closes the intake valves just before placement unit. Though EPA estimates the end of the intake stroke, the so-called are not yet available, compared with the Budack-cycle closes the intake valves 1.8-liter EA888 Gen 3 engine that is fit- much earlier. This results in longer effec- ted in the current Passat, Jetta, Beetle, and tive combustion as well as faster air flow Golf family models, the new 2.0-liter for the incoming gases.

Browning Mazda of Alhambra FASTEST GROWING MAZDA DEALER Mazda’s three-row crossover SUV adds more peace of mind to its extensive list of accolades. Mazda6 2017 Mazda CX-9 earns IIHS rating of Top Safety Pick+ Mazda announced on June 16 that its Mazda CX-9 excelled in collision and 2017 Mazda CX-9 midsize, three-row occupancy protection tests with the high- crossover SUV has earned a Top Safety est “Good” ratings and passed the IIHS’s Pick+ rating from the nonprofit Insurance stringent new headlight tests with its stan- Institute of Highway Safety, the highest dard LED lighting. score the IIHS provides. Also tested was CX-9’s automatic emer- On sale for slightly more than a year, gency braking capabilities, of which the 2017 ® Best Buy CX-9 has already earned a fair share of midsize crossover SUV again scored a Consumer Guide Automotive 2017 accolades, including being named as a Car “Good” rating. Available on CX-9 are Mid Size Car Class Winner and Driver 10Best Trucks and SUVs hon- both Smart City Brake Support for low- oree and recently earning spots on Wards speed emergency braking and Smart Brake Automotive’s prestigious 10 Best Interi- Support, which uses a radar-based system 1200 West Main Street ors list and 10 Best Engines list for 2017. for highway speeds. “The concepts of ‘self’ and ‘family,’ as With a starting MSRP of $31,520, Alhambra, CA 91801 well as ‘smart indulgence’ led the way for Mazda CX-9 is a premium crossover SUV our engineers and designers to create their with touches like Nappa leather seating ideal midsize crossover SUV,” said Masashi surfaces, rosewood interior accents made Pre-Owned Cars Otsuka, vice president of R&D and de- by premium guitar-maker Fujigen, alumi- sign for Mazda’s North American Opera- num details, a full-color head-up display, starting at $5995 tions. “We wanted to create a vehicle that Mazda’s predictive i-ACTIV all-wheel drive could delight couples or shuttle families and more. with the same effortlessness. Now, we are For more information about the 2017 www.AlhambraMazda.com proud to say that the IIHS has recognized CX-9, visit the web at https:// Sales: 877-972-3444 • Service: 877-972-4111 • Parts: 877-972-3555 CX-9 for its safety, highlighting the insidemazda.mazdausa.com/vehicle-page/ achievements of our engineering team.” 2017-cx-9/. 7/2017 AUTOMOTIVE NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 23B

The 2017 Yaris iA sedan has roomy cabin with premium amenities.

moving forward Lease a 2017 Yaris iA for $149 / mo. Special lease for MPG: 32/40 (City/Hwy) 2017 Yaris iA Model 6262 New 2017 Yaris iA sedan has a high-spirited 1.5-liter engine reaching 40 MPG highway. $149 monthly lease payment plus tax with $1,999 2017 Toyota Yaris iA: sporty down at signing. 36 month lease style, strong safety, super sedan with 12,000 miles annually. The newest member of the Yaris team, Sport Mode is available with the flip of a • 6-Speed Automatic the iA sports sedan, has been hailed for its switch. Transmission • Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes sleek styling, sporty driving dynamics and The high-strength structure forms the w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs standard safety systems. It’s a subcompact foundation for safety for the iA, which has and Brake Assist sedan loaded with premium features, but been named an IIHS Top Safety Pick+. A offered at an affordable price. solid H-shaped ring joins the roof and B- Lease a 2017 RAV4 LE While the visual impact of the 2017 pillars to underbody and combines with Yaris iA is dramatic, beneath the daringly high-tensile steel on key frame members for $219 monthly curved sheet metal lies a tight, agile ma- and a part of the floor to form a robust lease payments plus tax with chine that re-defines “entry level.” structure. $1,999 down at signing. The 2017 Yaris iA highlights include a Front side airbags and curtain airbags Model 4430 EXTERIOR: 17" Steel Wheels with Wide high-strength body structure; quick-rev- help protect front and rear seat occupants. Vent Covers Power Outside Mirrors Roof ving, high-compression 1.5-liter engine But the biggest safety news in this low- Rails, Rear Spoiler Privacy Glass- Rear with 106 horsepower; choice of 6-speed priced, high-MPG model is a standard Side, Qtr & Liftgate manual or 6-speed automatic transmis- Low-speed Pre-collision system that uses a INTERIOR: :Entune Audio, 6.1" Touch- sions; standard 16-inch alloy wheels; stan- laser to help the driver avoid certain fron- screen Display Steering Wheel Audio/ dard Low-speed Pre-collision safety system; tal collisions with a preceding vehicle and Bluetooth Controls Backup Camera Reclin- MPG: 23/30 ing & Fold-Flat 2nd Row Seats Remote and 7-inch multimedia system with voice help minimize damage in the event of an Keyless Entry System 12V Power Outlets (City/Hwy) recognition. accident. The iA also features a brake over- (3), USB P The Yaris iA is rated by the EPA with ride system and a rear view backup camera 32 city/40 highway/ 35 combined MPG comes standard. *Contact Mgrs Paul Luong or Quang Huyhn Direct line 626-414-2528 or 626-524-0579 for the automatic version and 30 city/ 39 Toyota’s 36-month/36,000 mile basic Email: [email protected] highway/34 combined for the manual. It new-vehicle warranty applies to all compo- Email: [email protected] has an eye-catching front end with a hexa- nents other than normal wear and mainte- gon lower grille and sharp-eyed headlights. nance items. Additional 60-month warran- In the rear, the spacious trunk gives it a ties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles Wondries Toyota distinctive look in the segment. It cuts a and corrosion with no mileage limitation. 1543 W. Main St. • Alhambra • 626.289.8000 striking profile that certainly stands out in Standard Toyota Care is a complimentary a crowd. plan covering normal factory-scheduled visit our Web site: www.wondriestoyota.com To make the most of its sophisticated maintenance and 24-hour roadside assis- Get complimentary Toyota Care sedan breeding, the iA also sports an up- tance for two years or 25,000 miles, which- when you buy or lease a new Toyota scale looking piano black bumper treat- ever comes first. ment, chrome grille surround and chrome tailpipe. The color choices deliver a range of vibrant intensity: Stealth, Abyss, Graph- ite, Pulse, Sapphire, Chromium and Frost. It also inherits a critical item from its hatchback siblings, a standard 60/40 split rear seat back to extend carrying capacity and versatility. Push the “Start” button (Keyless Entry with Push-Button Start is standard), and the Yaris iA springs to life with a sporty yet muted rasp from its chrome tailpipe. It’s the sound of a very high-tech 1.5-liter 4- cylinder engine that’s big in both spirit and technology. In other words, the Yaris iA zips as it sips. Much credit also goes to outstanding transmissions. The standard 6-speed manual is compact, lightweight and super low on friction with a short throw, making it one of the sweetest-shifting manuals around. For those who prefer an automatic, the available 6-speed transmission will intrigue. Engineered for light weight, low friction and a direct-shift feel, the automatic has a bit of a dual personality. It moves the Yaris iA from a standing start with the smooth- ness only a torque converter automatic can deliver, then locks the converter for quicker, more direct shifts and greater fuel efficiency. For drivers seeking greater torque feel, PAGE 24B AUTOMOTIVE NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017

2018 BMW 640i xDrive Gran Turismo features improved aerodynamics with the active kidney grille, air curtains, air breathers and active rear spoiler. BMW plans fall release of 2018 6 Series Gran Turismo BMW has announced the all-new with paddle shifters, improved aerody- BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo will be avail- namics featuring BMW active kidney able at authorized BMW Centers this fall grille, air curtains, air breathers and ac- offered exclusively as a BMW 640i xDrive tive rear spoiler, a double wishbone front model. suspension, standard rear air suspension, Its distinct coupe-inspired aerodynamic and the award winning 6-cylinder engine design excites from every angle and com- featuring BMW TwinPower Turbo tech- bines the long-distance comfort of a nology create a sporty and dynamic expe- luxury sedan with the aesthetic appeal of rience. a coupe. The a 2018 BMW 640i xDrive Gran The intelligent lightweight chassis con- Turismo will be available at showrooms struction paired to the standard 8-speed in the fall starting at $69,700 plus $995 Steptronic Sport automatic transmission destination and handling.

2018 Dodge Durango SRT 2018 Dodge Durango SRT is USA’s fastest, most powerful, three-row SUV The Dodge and SRT brands are rock- to all four wheels. ing the high-performance automotive • New driver-oriented electronic T- world once again, bringing a huge burst shifter, standard on all 2018 Durango of American power, acceleration and best- models, provides the driver with intuitive in-class tow capability to the three-row gear selection and offers an Auto Stick se- SUV segment with the new 2018 Dodge lector gate for added control. Durango SRT, the fastest SUV in its class. • New SRT seven-mode drive system With the proven 392-cubic-inch gives the driver the ability to precisely ad- HEMI® V-8 under its new functional just drive settings to maximize perfor- SRT hood, the new 2018 Dodge Durango mance or comfort. SRT delivers 475 horsepower and 470 lb.- ft. of torque, and a wicked fast time on • New Sport Mode reduces shift times the drag strip – from 0-60 miles per hour by up to 50% versus Auto Mode and de- in 4.4 seconds, covering the quarter mile livers up to 65% of the 392 HEMI in 12.9 seconds as certified by the Na- engine’s torque to the rear wheels. tional Hot Rod Association (NHRA). • New Track Mode delivers maximum The new 2018 Dodge Durango SRT performance track driving with 160-mil- is loaded with performance features de- lisecond shifts and up to 70% of engine signed to make it America’s fastest, most torque to the rear wheels for the most pro- powerful and most capable three-row nounced rear-wheel-drive experience. SUV, including:. • New performance-tuned AWD sys- • New wide body exterior brings the tem helps the Durango SRT set world- Durango SRT together as a true perfor- class performance marks. mance SUV. • Sophisticated Active Damping Sys- • Newly designed SRT hood with a tem opens and closes the Durango SRT’s functional cold-air duct and heat extrac- suspension’s damper valves, according to tors to cool the engine and improve over- which of the seven modes is chosen, giv- all performance. ing the driver options for any driving style. • Standard TorqueFlite 8-speed auto- • Stiffer front springs (3%), stiffer rear matic transmission specifically calibrated springs (16%) and stiffer rear sway bar for the Dodge Durango SRT to optimize (18%) give Durango SRT drivers out- shift points and deliver maximum torque standing high-speed cornering capability. 7/2017 AUTOMOTIVE NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 25B Open 7 days a week 626-282-5666

AlhambraA CAR WASH ATLANTIC and MAIN Full Service Polish Dept. $13.99 $2 OFF Expires 6-30-17 Expires 6-30-17 FULL SERVICE ANY CAR WASH 2018 Acura TLX performance luxury sedan’s bold new style is inspired by Acura Precision Concept. WASH PACKAGE Bolder 2018 Acura TLX Alhambra Car Wash now arriving in showrooms 704 W. Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801 The refreshed 2018 Acura TLX per- The 2018 TLX is the first Acura to fea- formance luxury sedan is now on sale with ture a redesigned dual-screen user inter- a more sporty and alluring look reflect- face (ODMD 2.0) with more intuitive ing the brand’s new design direction, menus and command structures comple- along with a new TLX A-Spec variant, mented by a new 7-inch capacitive and new premium features. The 2018 touchscreen (previously resistive type) with TLX offers AcuraWatch™ as standard a 30% faster response time and Android equipment on all grades, leading all Auto™ compatibility — putting some of luxury midsize sedans in the application the phone’s most useful Apps on the TLX’s of advanced safety and driver-assistive display. The new TLX also supports Apple technologies. CarPlay™, a seamless way to use the The new 2018 TLX 2.4L starts with a iPhone in the car to get directions opti- manufacturer’s suggested retail price of mized for traffic, make calls, send and re- 4 Wheel Computerized Wheel Alignment & Suspension Repair $33,000 while the V6 equipped models ceive messages, and listen to music. start at $36,200. The TLX V6 A-Spec is The 2018 TLX is the first Acura sedan offered for the first time starting at to take design cues from the Acura Preci- $42,800. sion Concept and boasts an alluring new “We’re enhancing the already out- style, highlighted by the Acura diamond standing dynamic performance of the pentagon grille and amplified by its more Acura TLX by carrying our Precision sharply sculpted hood and front fenders, Crafted Performance direction through to paired with strong dynamic characteristics the exterior design,” said Jon Ikeda, vice including more aggressive and sporty front president and general manager of Acura. and rear fascia and side sills. Acura’s signa- “The addition of the new A-Spec further ture 5-lamp Jewel Eye(tm) LED headlights advances the TLX to a more distinctive and new alloy wheel designs position in the segment and enhances its complete the distinctive, ath- appeal to a more performance oriented letic and aggressive character of buyer.” the TLX.

The new 2017 Honda Civic Type R First-ever Civic Type R now on sale The new 2017 Honda Civic Type R – the ultimate performance variant of America’s best-selling car and the first-ever Type R-badged Honda sold in the U.S. is now on sale in one comprehensively equipped touring trim with an MSRP of $33,900. The most powerful production Honda ever sold in America, the track-ready 2017 Civic Type R embodies Honda’s racing spirit, making 306 horsepower (SAE net) at 6,500 rpm and 295 lb.-ft. of torque (SAE net) from 2,500-4500 rpm from its 2.0-liter DOHC direct-injected and turbo- charged i-VTEC® engine. A pre-production version of the new Type R claimed the title of world’s fastest production front-wheel-drive (FWD) car on April 7, setting a record lap time of 7 minutes 43.80 seconds on Germany’s legend- ary Nürburgring Nordschleife (North Loop), more than three seconds faster than the previous FWD best. The Type R puts the power down through a short-throw 6-speed manual transmission with helical limited slip differential hooked up to 245/30ZR20 Continental SportContact 6 high-performance tires on 20x8.5-inch black- finished aluminum wheels. Speed is scrubbed by 13.8-inch cross-drilled ro- tors clamped by 4-piston Brembo aluminum calipers in front and 12.0-inch rotors with single-piston calipers in the rear. The Type R chassis features a dual-axis strut front suspension and multi-link rear, front and rear anti-roll bars, Type-R exclusive springs, bushings and damper mountings and a newly designed Adaptive Damper System with the ability to continuously adjust damping force at all four corners using input from three on-board G sensors, four suspension stroke sensors and a steering angle sensor. PAGE 26B REAL ESTATE & FINANCIAL NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017 Real Estate News | Residential, Commercial, Loans Five things you should know Commercial Real Estate about buying rental property Mark Paulson is a Realtor in Alhambra specializing BY MARK PAULSON tion is necessary. Then start again every in the sale and leasing of commercial real estate. ANTHONY VENTI REALTORS time you get a new tenant. He has been a real estate professional since 1976. It seems like such a difficult way to On the other hand, in most cases you’ll make a dollar. You have to buy a prop- receive monthly payments like clockwork, erty; fix it up; figure out what rent to never hear a peep from your tenants, eas- charge; find renters; and deal with repairs, ily find new ones when necessary, and get hedge fund manager. upkeep, late payments, complaints from a return on your investment that’s pro- what other landlords are asking for a simi- And if you ever decide you don’t want the tenants, complaints from the neigh- tected from interest rates and inflation al- lar property in the area. You can ask local to be a landlord anymore, you can easily bors, and citations from the town. You also most risk free and is higher than you can brokers, but take their answer with a grain sell out at a higher price than you paid to have a lawyer on standby in case an evic- get from stocks or bonds unless you’re a of salt because they’d rather get the com- begin with. Try doing that with a bond. mission at any rent rather than have you Dealing with the tenants is your prob- hold out for a higher one. lem, no getting around that, but let’s dis- You can and should raise your rent ev- cuss some of the financial and strategic ery year. Inflation eats into your real rev- aspects of your investment. enue if you don’t keep pace. Rents don’t SOLD!SOLD! SOLD!SOLD! First, on the tax front, not only are all swing like home prices can; they rarely go your cash expenses - including broker fees down and usually rise a bit faster than in- and management fees - deductible for your flation. If the neighborhood around your federal taxes, so is the depreciation of your property changes, you can see rents rise property. Calculated over 27.5 years on a even faster - and sometimes fall. This is straight-line basis, depreciation protects one of the opportunities you have and one the first 3.6% of your annual return from of the risks you take. taxes. With returns around 5% or 6% Fourth, and one of the biggest reasons right now (2017), that’s a big deal. Cal- people like to invest in rentals, what’s likely culation below. to happen with the value of your prop- SOLD!SOLD! SOLD!SOLD! Second, leverage. If you can borrow erty down the road when you consider money at a lower interest rate than the selling it? return you otherwise get from the prop- Two economic developments are in 282-6121 674-1351 erty, the return on the portion you pro- your favor right now. More and more vide is higher. Calculation below. people will be renting in the future, so the DRE# 00465088 Third, what about rents? Do they swing value of rental property in general will be like home prices? How much can you raise rising. And the recession of 2008 brought them? And what’s the right rent to be home prices in many markets lower than charging in the first place? Each property they should be, so even after prices rose is different and so is each location, so it in the last few years, there now (2017) are depends. You should go online and see CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 7/2017 REAL ESTATE & FINANCIAL NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 27B Recalling Alhambra’s baton twirling queen National Orange television commercials and became the ally known twirling teacher, judge, and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1B Show, California spokesperson for KTLA’s television show choreographer who produced a number Rockettes, and the squad gained the State Strutting “Bowling for Dollars” and developed a of nationally and internationally known nickname of “The Rockettes of the West.” Champion, Miss friendship with Chick Hearn. twirlers. Cindy’s gene pool drew from a mother Stars and Stripes, Under her direction, the Ramettes Cindy and her husband, Larry, live in who had done serious competitions in ice Queen of the Cal would perform for President Nixon at the Yorba Linda with their son Chris. And dancing. As a 4-year-old child, Cindy Poly College Miss White House, Las Vegas shows at Cesar’s from that fall and near concussion as a 4- suffered a near concussion when she Majorette Contest, Palace, Stardust, Riviera Hotel, and Hol- year-old where a doctor advised activities bruised her temple in a fall. and Miss Spec- lywood Christmas Parade. The Kansas to develop motor skills, Cindy Collins has The family’s physicians recommended tacular. City Chiefs of the NFL were impressed enjoyed a life’s journey where her baton Cindy engage in a series of classes to rees- Cal State Ful- to the point they offered Cindy a job to twirling has taken her from the floor of tablish her motor functions. Her parents lerton did not have Cindy Collins and her hus- head up their majorette team. Although the Los Angles Memorial Coliseum to the band, Larry, live in Yorba enrolled her in dance, swimming, ice skat- a football team Linda with their son Chris. flattered, Cindy stayed in Los Angeles White House. ing, and baton twirling classes. during her college with the Rams and pursued her other ca- Gary Frueholz is a realtor with Dilbeck Over time, Cindy gravitated to the years, and Cindy took her baton twirling reer choice of education with her teach- Real Estate, a past member of the baton twirling classes, and her mother skills to the Los Angeles Rams as one of ing credential from Cal State Fullerton. Alhambra Planning Commission, a Cer- even enrolled her in private lessons. By the their majorettes. Within a few years, she Cindy taught English and speech at tified Senior Real Estate Specialist, and a time she finished high school, Cindy had was named captain of the 42-member Newport Harbor High School for two Certified International Property Special- appeared in five editions of Who’s Who Rams Majorette Team, the Ramettes. And decades along with continuing her work ist. He can be reached at 626-318-9436. in Baton Twirling. Along with this, Cindy as the ’70s progressed, Cindy was named in baton twirling. She became a nation- See his stories at www.garysstories.com. claimed the titles of Miss Majorette of the director of the Rams Twirling Team. Western States, Miss Majorette of the Cindy earned her SAG card and did Five things about buying rental property home building since the 2008 recession, COMING SOON CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE the value of single-family homes will in- still plenty of places where you can get a crease at above-average rates over the next good deal. decade - if you’re in the right market. Apartment buildings and homes split Fifth, you do need to look strategically into multiple units also will benefit from at the market where you intend to invest. Franklin Hills / Los Feliz PARTIAL INVENTORY strong demand over the next decade, but Often that’s the market you know best - 1901 Hollyvista Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027 Jefferson Park USC Adjacent single-family homes will probably benefit the one you live in – but also consider 3BD/3BA; Contemporary Home; Amazing Views Coming Soon! • 1400 Sq. Ft. 3BD / 2BA www.1901Hollyvista.com the most - depending on which market other markets with good potential. You Beautiful Craftsman Character Home. they’re in - because a lot of people who can make a good investment in almost $1,895,000 Fully Remodeled. can’t afford to buy a house still want to ANY market, but HOW you invest, what Approximate Price: $640,000 live in one. price you should pay, what time horizon Leimert Park A single-family rental on a piece of land you should consider, and what exit plan USC Adjacent in an attractive neighborhood gives you 1027 W 49th St. Los Angeles, CA 90037 you need, will depend on the economic 1440 Sq. Ft. 3BD / 2BA • Fully Remodeled. several options when you want to sell. It characteristics of the local market. No Beautiful Craftsman Character Home. can be sold as an established rental, it can room to discuss that here, but see my ar- Approximate Price: $575,000 be sold as a single-family home, and it can ticle, “How to develop a localized real es- WANTED be sold as a knock-down that a builder tate investment strategy” UGLY HOUSES will level to put up a new one – most of Finally – and another cop-out – how WE HAVE BUYERS FOR YOUR the value in homes is in the land, not the much should you pay for your investment? UNWANTED PROPERTY structure. Because there has been very little Again, no room for that here. PAGE 28B COMMUNITY/ AROUND ALHAMBRA 7/2017

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