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Play golf, support Alhambra Police Department he Alhambra Police Foundation will present its 22nd Annual Golf Tournament at 11 a.m., Thursday, April 2, at the Alhambra TGolf Course, 630 S. Almansor St. The Alhambra Police Foundation, founded by Five dragons welcomed the Year of Sheep at the 24th annual Lunar New Year Alhambra business leaders and citizens for the pur- Festival on Feb. 21. pose of providing needed resources to the Alhambra Alhambra Police Department Golf Tournament participants head out to the golf course at last year’s tournament. This year’s Police Department, is raising funds to help provide tournament is set for Thursday, April 2, at the Alhambra Golf Lunar New Year >> see PLAY GOLF Page 10A Course with check-in at 11 a.m. Festival entertains Spring Eggstravaganza to feature community for 24th year egg hunt, pancake breakfast large crowd of people on prize wheels for free gifts, he Second St. Prime activities of all ages awaited the shopped the booths of local Annual City planned include an opening of the annual vendors, or tested their skills at of Alhambra egg hunt for children, LunarA New Year Festival as a carnival game. T“Spring Eggstrava- a pancake breakfast, the final touches to the booths At the Toyota Auto Square, ganza” will take place and pictures with and stage were being made on models of three sleek new vehi- from 9 a.m. to 11 the Bunny, who will Feb. 21. cles were on display. Attendees a.m. Saturday, April make a personal ap- Shortly after 10 a.m., five came out of the Wells Fargo 4, at Almansor Park, pearance at the park dragons and a God of Fortune, photo booth, happily showing 800 S. Almansor that morning. sent by East West Bank, gath- off their printed mementos. ered at the outdoor stage to ring MetLife’s own Snoopy, dressed The Second Annual City of Alhambra “ Spring Eggstravaganza” will take place from in the New Year welcoming the in traditional Chinese attire, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 4, at Almansor Park. Year of Sheep with their lively was there to greet and take performances accompanied by photos with the attendees >> see SPRING EGGSTRAVAGANZA Page 9A pulsing drum beats. Long lines All day long, Chase Bank, formed everywhere as attendees AIG, Union Bank, and Ford tried their luck with a spin Dealers drew in major crowds. >> see 24TH ANNUAL LUNAR NEW YEAR Page 13A Mark Keppel High School takes second in Los Angeles CITY NEWS PAGE 2A CHAMBER NEWS PAGE 11A County Academic Decathlon n this year’s regional COMMUNITY NEWS PAGE 14A Los Angeles County Academic Decath- ACADEMIC NEWS PAGE 24A Ilon competition, Mark Keppel High School had a solid perfor- mance, finishing second with a score of 50,419.5 out of a possible 65,400 points. The winning team this year was South Pasadena High School, with a total of 54,897.5. Alhambra High School placed ninth, coming in The Mark Keppel High School Academic Decathlon team, from left, Jocelyn Shackleford, Jeffery at 43,960.2. All three Wong, Jason Chang, Patrick Chea, Justin Ho, Chaney Tse, Eric Lin, Annette Cai, Jimmy Chong, and Coach Tin Tran. >> see MARK KEPPEL ACADEMIC DECATHLON TEAM Page 27A 2A ChickensWelcome.comCITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015 How to Contact Alhambra Dental Your Representatives CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS (888)Paying 398-1377 tribute to WWII Veterans 626-570-5010 Mayor Gary Yamauchi Vice Mayor100 Luis Ayala South Firstwhile Street they • Alhambra, are still CAwith 91801 us Councilmember Barbara Messina By Mayor Gary Yamauchi Councilmember Dr. Steven Placido I announced a Mayor’s Challenge and it was such an honor for me to CouncilmemberExperience Stephen Sham theat the City Difference Council meeting on Feb. 9. in One introduceVisit her to the City Council City Council members, like the general attendees. I bet she would have President of the United States public and City staff, are trying to learn so many interesting stories about Barack Obama (D) LOOSEnew things at every council TEETH meeting, the war days, and I am delighted 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington D.C. 20500 strategic planning session, as well as the she made it, unharmed and well numerous conference sessions we attend enough to share her experience. U.S. Senator Beforewhile discussing municipal activities,In One Visit Thank you, Zelda. Dianne Feinstein (D) etc. To satisfy my personal curiosity, I I am pleased I was invited to 11111 Santa Monica Blvd. #915, Los Angeles, CA 90025

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U.S. Senator who may watch the meeting on cable or putting together several events Barbara Boxer (D) online. throughout 2015 to celebrate the 312 N. Spring St., #1748, Los Angeles, CA 90012 I am asking four questions and am 70th anniversary of the end of 213-894-5000 looking for logical answers to them: WWII. They will honor WWII Washington D.C. 202-224-3553 1. Where does the word encyclope- vets, though their numbers are U.S. Rep. 27th District dia come from? 2. Why is cottage cheese dwindling, in numerous ways and Judy Chu (D) called cottage cheese? 3. When someone in places throughout the United 527 S. Lake Ave, Suite 106, Pasadena, CA 91101 says, “back in the day,” exactly when are I also had a wonderful time with States and even in some foreign 626-304-0110 theyT referringOOTH to? I am always S lostA whenVED some of the vets from American Legion countries. Alhambra has been Washington D.C. 202-225-5464 I hear that phrase because I don’t know Post 139 here in Alhambra. I was able, asked to take a lead role in contact- [email protected] This example shows how Dr. John Chao saved a hopelessly loose tooth in ONE EASY COMFORTABLEhow far VISITto rewind myand memory. at a 4.fraction When via of my the shaved cost ice booth,of implants! to raise $650 ing other cities and their respective www.chu.house.gov to donate to the Post. A fellow Rotar- people (individualsay, “He’s _____ results years old, vary). let elected officials in the hope Governor him do whatever he wants to do,” at ian, Isabel Carlos, chipped in $100, that they too will join this great Jerry Brown (D) what age does this apply? and the $750 was matched by the Al- celebration to honor the Greatest C/O State Capitol, Suite 1173, Sacramento, CA 95814 So please remember, you do not hambra Rotary Charities Foundation. Generation and the service they 510-628-0202 NEGLECTEDhave to provide the correct answer, TEETHbut The money was used to furnish Post gave to this country. respond using your logic, experience, 139 with a second pool table with new The finale will be on or around State Senator 22nd District Beforeand/or sense of humor. Your answersIn cloth One and a brand Visit new set of pocket Aug. 15, and plans are being made Dr. Ed Hernandez (D) should go to Mayor Gary Yamauchi billiard balls. The vets were excited as for a Veterans’ Parade beginning West Covina 626-430-2499 East Los Angeles 323-981-3320 C/O Alhambra City Hall 111 S. they “racked ‘em up,” and I have to say, in Washington D.C. and going Sacramento 916-651-4022 First St., Alhambra 91801, or shoot some of these guys can really play. I forth (southwest) continuously all me an e-mail to garyyama@hotmail. hope to sponsor a small tournament the way through several southern State Assembly 49th District com. We will have some prizes for the during the summer months and crown states, New Mexico, Arizona, up

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1255 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 306, Monterey Park, CA 91754  taxpayer money). Winners will be welcome to enter as well. ing in Portland, Oregon. What a 323-264-4949 Fax 323-264-4916 announced in the May issue of Around We honored one of the first-ever national celebration this is going to Sacramento 916-319-2049 [email protected] Alhambra, and awards will be presented women to enlist in the United States be for some fantastic individuals: asmdc.org/members/a49 at a future council meeting. Thanks for Marine Corp during the WWII years the Greatest Generation and to all participating. back in the 1940s. She is Zelda Weiss, vets. We will not forget! County Supervisor 5th District Michael D. Antonovich 215 N. Marengo Ave., #120, Pasadena, CA 91101 TEETH RESTORED 626-356-5407 Los Angeles 213-974-5555 This example shows how Dr. John Chao saved a severely neglected tooth in [email protected] ONE EASY COMFORTABLE VISIT and at a fraction of the cost of implants! www.antonovich.com (individual results vary) State Board of Equalization District #4 Jerome E. Horton, Vice Chair 2361 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 450 El Segundo, CA 90245 DON’T SUFFER A DAY LONGER! Ph. 310-297-5201, Fax 310-536-4460 [email protected] TIME, SAVE MONEY and SAVE YOUR TEETH, call www.boe.ca.gov

John Chao, DDS, MAGD* HICKENS ELCOME COM USC School of Dentistry, C W . Faculty, Anxiety Management School registration for 2015-16 *Master, Academy of General Dentistry Alhambraschool year begins Dental March 30 “Less than 2% of General Dentists The Alhambra School District an- parent or guardian identification, the nounced the beginning of registration residence address, the student’s birthdate, in the United States are Masters,” for the 2015-16 school year. Registration and proof of immunizations. according to the packets are(888) available at school sites 398-1377 or on The Transitional Kindergarten Academy of General Dentistry the District’s Web site at ausd.us. program is available for any child who Parents or guardiansSE are H requiredABLA to EwillSP be AÑOL5 years old between Sept.2 and bring original documents to verify the Dec. 2. 03/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 3A

Recent City Council actions The following are high- lights from the Jan. 26 and is a monthly publication with a total circulation of Feb. 9 City Council meetings. 40,000. It is mailed to every business and residence in Recognition the city of Alhambra. Around Alhambra is also mailed to all interested local, state and county officials. The Alhambra U-10 Boys’ Soccer Team was We welcome comments, press releases and congratulated on its victory community interest stories and will make every in the 2014 Myles Standish effort to include all appropriate information. Turkey Tournament. They were one of 24 teams that For advertising rates and other information, contact competed in the AYSO Alhambra Chamber of Commerce Region 60 U-10 Boys’ Di- 104 S. First St., Alhambra, CA 91801 vision from across Southern Tel: 626 282-8481 Fax: 626 282-5596 California, finishing in first www.alhambrachamber.org place for the second year in a row. The team players included Alejandro Becerra, Sebastian Diaz, Nathan The Alhambra U-10 Boys’ Soccer Team was congratulated on its victory in the 2014 Myles Standish Turkey Gamboa, Andrew Ho, Alec Tournament. Vice Mayor Luis Ayala is on the right. Lopez, Isaias Martinez, Michael Robles, Anthony Rosales, Jesse Valdez, and Joseph Valdovinos. Also recognized were Coach Executive Committee Christopher Gamboa and President: Assistant Coach Pedro Lee Lieberg, Landz Real Estate Diaz. Vice President: Stephen J. Glazer, a Robert Fukui, High Point Marketing graduate of Alhambra High Immediate Past President: School, Vietnam Veteran, Frank Chen, Law Offices of Frank W. Chen retired dentist, and writer/ At-Large members: editor, was commended for Evike Chang, Evike.com his love of Alhambra and Valarie Gomez, West San Gabriel Valley YMCA desire to promote the City Mark Paulson, Anthony Venti Realtors as a quality place in which Board of Directors to live and work, while serv- Oriana Chan, Wells Fargo Bank ing as an advisor to Alham- Stephen J. Glazer, in the middle, a graduate of Alhambra High School, Vietnam Veteran, retired dentist, Iris Lai, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center bra High School students, and writer/editor, was commended for his love of Alhambra and desire to promote the City as a quality place Elizabeth Martinez, Republic Services helping them to learn new in which to live and work, while serving as an adviser to Alhambra High School students. Jerry DeSantis, on Megan Moloughney, The Ratkovich Co./The Alhambra the left, is director of Athletics at A.H.S. and A.H.S. Prinicipal Duane Russell is on the right. skills in script-editing and Joe Pavon, Al’s Towing film-making that will help Todd Sakamoto, The Mailbox Shop them succeed in their future careers. training (staff expenses). immediate moratorium on the issu- Marissa Castro-Salvati, So. California Edison The Alhambra Library Foundation Hurr Flooring Company has ance of permits or entitlements for Helen Romero-Shaw, So. California Gas Company has provided the Civic Center Library been hired to replace the floor in the any mixed-use property along Main Lorraine Simpson, Credit Union of Southern California with a gift of $25,800 to be used to Granada Park Gym. Street between Chapel Avenue and Dr. David Snyder, Optometrist Walter Tang, Superior Scientific help fund a number of library pro- South Coast Emergency Vehicle the eastern city limits. Joanna Vargas, The Fit Factor Studio grams for children, teens, and adults, Service has been hired to perform A prima facie speed limit of including National Library Week and truck certification of Alhambra Fire 30 mph was approved for the the Summer Reading Program. The Truck 71 and to make necessary north-southbound street segment of Staff funds will also be used to supplement repairs. Westminster Avenue, from Mission Executive Director: Sharon Gibbs library collections in the children’s Housing programs Road to Concord Avenue, following Membership/Advertising Sales: Stan Yonemoto department and digital collections. The City’s Annual Action Plan a radar-surveyed traffic survey made Legislative Affairs: Owen Guenthard Contracts/grant awards for Homebuyers and Housing at the request of the Alhambra Police Office Manager: Irma Hernandez The Utilities Division will pur- Rehabilitation programs has been Department. Vehicles will now be Editor: Dulcy Jenkins chase two half-ton pickup trucks amended for the purpose of increas- subject to the use of radar or other Writers: William Kinman and Sarah Grear with an approved contract awarded to ing funding currently allocated to the electronic devices that measure the Office Assistant: Rosemarie Valerio Reynolds Buick/GMC/Isuzu. Homebuyer Program by $75,000 to speed of moving vehicles. (Amends Published by: Alhambra Chamber of Commerce To help the Alhambra Fire De- provide down-payment assistance to a Chapter 11.08 of the Alhambra AROUND ALHAMBRA is not responsible nor liable for any claims or offerings, partment better prepare and respond qualified First-Time Homebuyer and Municipal Code). nor responsible for product availability that may be advertised. Opinions to an event involving terrorism and increasing funding currently allocated An ordinance was approved that expressed in columns, letters and guest editorials are those of the authors. All rights reserved. Reproductions in whole or in part without permission is weapons of mass destruction, a to the HOME Housing Rehabilita- will enhance regulations related to prohibited. State Homeland Security Grant (FY tion Program by $138,650 to provide public nuisances and help strengthen 2013) administered through the L.A. assistance to qualified homeowners. the City’s authority to enforce and County Operational Area will enable Ordinances minimize deteriorated and unsafe the Department to purchase personal An urgency ordinance was conditions on both aging properties protective equipment and offer team approved placing a temporary and and new developments. Save money, water with free ‘low-flow’ toilet The City of Alhambra High Efficiency Toilets for anyone not returning the that will be distributed and the San Gabriel Valley their residences, which are old toilet on this date will upon arrival, and, after Municipal Water District available on a first-come, be billed for the new toilet. the paperwork has been will co-sponsor a toilet first-served basis. This exchange is a processed, the new toilets exchange from 9 a.m. to The old, replaced toilets “drive-through” event. Res- will be loaded into the 1 p.m. Saturday, May must be returned to the idents will need to show resident’s car or truck. 16, at the City Yard, 900 same location from 9 a.m. evidence of their eligibility If you have questions S. New Ave., at Adams to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June (current driver’s license or about this toilet exchange Ave. Eligible Alhambra 6, no exceptions. Residents military I.D. and a copy program, please call residents may receive a are responsible for instal- of the current water bill), 1-800-366-6995. maximum of two ProFlo lation of the toilets and fill out an application form 4A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015 Volunteers needed for Alhambra’s Special Olympics ‘Host Town’ program With delegations coming from expressions; and more. launched late last year to help provide more than 170 countries around the The City of Alhambra is making support to a variety of community world this summer to take part in the preparations for the delegates’ visit events and activities — one of the first Special Olympics World Games in and seeking volunteers to take part in being the Host Town program — but Los Angeles, the City of Alhambra is the Host Town program, whether it also including Community Beautifica- pleased to announce that it has been is fundraising, community outreach, tion projects, Holiday Toy/Food Drive, selected by the Special Olympics involvement in special events and ac- Service Awards Program, America in World Games 2015 Committee to tivities, or hospitality. Those interested Bloom, and the All-American City host the country of Germany during in completing the Special Olympics Award. Members include individuals, the three-day “Host Town” program, Host Town Volunteer Application clubs, organizations, agencies, schools, of which Alhambra and Monterey Park can download the application linked and local businesses. To join the are co-sponsors. The community joins from the “2015 Special Olympics Host Council, those interested are invited more than 100 others in Southern Town Program” page on the City’s Web to complete the membership form California that have been designated to site, www.cityofalhambra.org, located available on the City’s Web site in the take part in the pre-Game welcoming in the Community Section. Community section under “Alhambra activities. To present a welcoming atmosphere Community Coordinating Council.” The Host Town program takes place around town, personalized Host Town To help support athletes during for three days prior to the Opening Cer- banners will be displayed on light poles their stay (Alhambra/Monterey Park’s emony of the Special Olympics World throughout the City. The two-sided delegation will reside at Cal State Games, which will take place July 25 banners will feature the official Alham- L.A.), it is possible to donate to the – Aug. 2. The Special Olympics World bra Host Town logo along with the Alhambra/Monterey Park Host Town Games provide a stage for athletes, all names of individual event sponsors on program online through the Special of whom have intellectual disabilities, the bottom of the banner. The banners Olympics Web site at www.specia- to demonstrate their courage, deter- are being made available to potential lolympics.org/los-angeles-2015.aspx, mination, and spirit of sportsmanship sponsors for just $225 per banner. or click on the link from the City’s in competing in 25 Olympic-type Proceeds from the banner program Web site’s Host Town page. According sports. The Games also provide an will be used to help fund the Alhambra to the Special Olympics organization, Host Town opportunity for the global community, Host Town Program. To participate in it takes $300 to host one athlete for all as spectators and volunteers, to change this opportunity, complete the Special three days prior to the event, including Alhambra attitudes and preconceptions about Olympics Personalized Street Banner lodging and food, and $2,500 to fund these special individuals. application form on the City’s Web one athlete’s participation in the World The schedule of Host Town events site, linked from the “2015 Special Games 2015. will include getting acquainted with Olympics Host Town Program” page, Sign up for the City’s welcoming Supporter American life and culture, as well as by Friday, April 17. committee as a Host Town volunteer, the local environment and landscape; Another avenue of involvement or help make these special athletes’ Your Name Here meeting community members; taking is through the City’s new Commu- dreams come true by supporting them part in local activities, music, artistic nity Coordinating Council, which with a financial contribution. 03/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 5A Employee Recognition 20 YEARS The Alhambra City Council Richard Aguayo, Police is pleased to recognize and Vincent Bisogno Jr, Utilities David Cravens, Public Works thank the following City of Patricia Fernandez, Finance Sharon Frasca-Williams, Police Alhambra employees for their Robert Lopez, Police dedicated years of service Kean Oda, Police John Orrante, Fire (January-December 2015) Carmen Perez, Police Gabriel Ponce, Police to the City of Alhambra. Eugene Ramirez, Police Daniel Rodriguez, Police 5 YEARS Craig Rogers, Utilities Mark Vega, Police Rosalyn Rojas, Community Services Felix Huezo, Police Erik Sarafian, Fire Jessica Keating, Management Services 25 YEARS Mario Rico, Fire Laura Abeyta, Police Julian Venegas, Community Services Josephine Broomis, Utilities John Wagner, Fire David Brown, Library Belinda Wong, Management Services Cynthia Jarvis, Management Services Gerald Johnson, Police 10 YEARS Paul Lam, Development Services David Dolphin, Utilities Carmen Lascano, Police Amanda Eitel, Public Works James Manriquez, Fire Carmen Hernandez, Library Rodney Merino, Fire Michael Martel, Fire Marlene Pajon, Police Vickie Morales, Utilities Lawrence Ramirez, Fire Mariuxi Moscoso, Utilities Douglas Shonkwiler, Fire Lucio Rivera, Public Works Shannen Sisavath, Library Ramon Sanchez, Utilities Robert Torrance, Police Joseph Villegas, Public Works Lorraine Uwanawich, Man- Paulette Wong, Public Works agement Services Roy Watson, Utilities 15 YEARS Robert Arambula, Police 30 YEARS Adriana Alvarez, Fire Mary Chavez, Public Works Brandon Cardella, Police John Lamp, Fire Mark Davis, Fire Silverio Rivera-Alfaro, Public Works Timothy Diller, Police Denise Fernandez, Police 35 YEARS Michael Macias, Community Services Lori Taylor, Utilities Tara Schultz, Development Services Fernando Zamilpa, 47 YEARS Community Services Hector Celaya, Public Works ChickensWelcome.com Alhambra Dental (888) 398-1377 100 South First Street • Alhambra, CA 91801 Experience the Difference in One Visit LOOSE TEETH

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March programs at the from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Chil- Academy Award for Best Actor as the Thursday: 10 am - 5 pm Civic Center Library offer something dren’s Room (except on March 23, 24, brilliant pianist Wladyslaw Szpilman, Friday: 10 am - 5 pm DON’Tof interest SUFFER to all ages with special event A or DAY 25). Help is providedLONGER! on a first-come, a Polish Jew struggling to survive the Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm themes ranging from plugged-in jazz first-served basis. destruction of the Warsaw ghetto during Sunday:SAVE 1 pm - 5 pmTIME, SAVEand wild MONEYanimals to miniature fairyand Family SAVE Story Time YOUR – for families with TEETH, World War II. call gardens. children ages 5 to 12 on Wednesdays at 7 Scrapbooking, Knitting, and Crochet- p.m. in the Story Time Room. This pro- ing craft group – Saturday, March 14, at gram includes stories, puppets, and other 2 p.m. in Reese Hall. Enjoy the afternoon John Chao, DDS, MAGD* HICKENSactivities. ELCOMEcrafting withCOM other enthusiasts learning or USC School of Dentistry, C Charged ParticlesW Family Jazz Con- sharing knowledge. of current trends. Please Faculty, Anxiety Management cert – for families with children ages 3 to bring your own supplies. 12, on Saturday, March 21, at 3 p.m. in Create a Miniature Fairy Garden, *Master, Academy of General Dentistry AlhambraReese Hall. A special family music concert Dental with a few plants, craft supplies, and one’s features plugged-in jazz with a spark. No own creativity, on Saturday, March 28, at “Less than 2% of General Dentists registration required. 1 p.m. in Reese Hall. Registration for this in the United States are Masters,” Wild Wonders Animal Afternoon – for free program begins on Monday, March 2, according to the children ages(888) 3 to 12, on Monday, 398-1377March at the second-floor Reference Desk. Space Academy of General Dentistry 23, at 3:30 p.m. in Reese Hall. Meet a va- limited. riety of real animals, upS closeE Hand ABLApersonal. ECheckSPAÑOL out the many bargains in the No registration required. recently opened Friends Foundation Please note that children 12 years old Bookstore on the second floor. There is and younger must be accompanied in the a variety of materials available at below library at all times by an adult. bargain prices. Leisure Classes registration opens March 2 The spring session of City of Alhambra ments, including voice. Leisure Classes begins on March 25. Reg- • Dance classes instruct in a variety of istration for Alhambra residents begins on movement. Monday, March 2 and can be completed • Health and fitness classes assist body online at www.cityofalhambra.org. Non-res- and spirit. idents may register for Leisure Classes on • Yoga classes increase vitality and Monday, March 9. reduce stress. • Parent/child classes enhance the • Tennis classes get participants in the family, as parents share the joy of living swing of leisure activity, with a new spring with their 1- to 4-½ -year-olds. break camp for youth ages 6 to 17 entitled • Enrichment classes help produce new “Spring Break Tennis Camp.” talents and interests in residents of all ages, Information concerning Leisure Classes youth to senior, and include a new spring and registration is available at the Alham- break camp for children ages 5 to 11 entitled bra Park Office, 500 N. Palm Ave. and by “Mine, Craft, Build Using Legos.” phone at 626-570-3242 during weekday • Music classes help participants tune business hours and at www.cityofalham- in to a different beat on a variety of instru- bra.org. Spring into action with spring sports It’s time for action as sports buffs, young League begins play on May 4; registration and old, prepare for spring and summer for the league opens on Monday, March action on the basketball and volleyball 9. The $230 team registration fee does not courts of Almansor Park. include officiating. Registration for the Teen Basketball Games will be played at the Al- league began last month. A players meet- mansor Gymnasium on Mondays and ing is set for 5:30 p.m. Friday, March 20, Wednesdays. in the Almansor Activity Room. League Registration, $460, which includes of- play begins at 4:30 p.m. Friday, March ficiating, for the Adult Basketball Spring/ 27, at the Almansor Gymnasium. Games Summer League begins on Thursday, will be played from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. March 19; league play begins on May 5 Fridays, and, if needed, from noon to 5 at the Almansor Gymnasium. The “C” p.m. Sundays. Division (no height limit) games will be Sign-ups, $30 per person, can be either played on Tuesdays, and the 6’2” and individuals or teams; individuals must Under Division will play on Saturdays. be residents of Alhambra or attend any Registration for the Spring Sports high school within Alhambra city limits. leagues may be accomplished online. Individual sign-ups are not guaranteed a Visit www.cityofalhambra.org. For more roster spot, but every attempt will be made information concerning the leagues, please to place an individual on a team. phone 626-570-5081 during weekday The Co-Ed Volleyball Spring/Summer business hours. 03/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 7A 8A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015 Register now for Citizens Police Academy Residents only have the rest of this programs and events that are sponsored by month to apply for the Alhambra Police the department. Department’s Citizens Police Academy, Contact the Alhambra Police De- which begins its 10-week class schedule partment at 626-570-5177, or visit the at the Police Department at 6:30 p.m. department at 211 S. First St., to receive an Wednesday, April 8. application form. During the weekly three-hour sessions, Participants will learn: participants will learn about the Alhambra • The roll of the APD in the commu- Police Department, including its person- nity (and take a tour of the police facility). nel, procedures, and the department’s place • Constitutional, criminal, and civil in the modern municipal, county, state law. environment. Participants will also practice • Selection and training of officers. safety scenario exercises and possibly ride • Community-oriented policing. along with an officer on his or her commu- • Use of force, weaponry, and firearms. nity patrol. • Contemporary issues — narcotics Past Citizens Police Academy graduates and youth gangs. have expressed their satisfaction with the • Police communications systems. process of learning about police operations • Officer safety scenario exercises. in their own community. Many have gone • Criminal investigations. on to volunteer in special community • Traffic enforcement and DUI. Alhambra Police Department officers participate in tactical training exercises As part of its regular procedural police Volunteer role players were recruited acting training this past February, Alhambra as suspects and victims. Blank rounds were Police Department officers took part in a fired and simulated destructive devices 10-hour training day that was highlighted were set off to add a sense of realism. by an active shooter exercise followed by The afternoon session took place at the a classroom presentation on ethics. The Alhambra Police Station and consisted of training was offered on two days in Febru- a classroom lecture about ethics, ethical ary so that every officer in the department decision-making, and maintaining integ- had the opportunity to attend. The training rity within the department. The material is part of ongoing advanced officer training stressed that good decision-making is that takes place quarterly. important for officers both on and off duty. The active shooter training was facilitat- Alhambra Police Department Sergeant ed by members of the Tactics and Survival Jerry Johnson said, “Ethics are an import- Training Unit from the Los Angeles Coun- ant part of advanced officer training and ty Sheriff’s Department. The purpose was overall leadership development.” to help prepare officers for encounters with Past training days have included CPR/ an active gunman. Officers learned and First aid, weaponless defense, and driving practiced tactical approaches, communica- training. The next training session is sched- tion, and victim rescue. The training was uled for early summer and will consist of conducted at the Alhambra Fire Depart- instruction in the area of mental health. ment Training facility next to the city yard.

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Who doesn’t like to ponder once in a while what the future holds — and what it must have been like to live long ago. For example, what was it like to be a resident of Alhambra in the 1880s or 1940s, and what will it be like to live here in the 2040s? To be sure, every generation experiences bursts of innovation, as well as ebbs and tides in the economy. Alhambra’s history was born from the westward expansion of the railroads. From 1876-1887, the railroad system (Southern Pacific) spurred massive migration to the Los Angeles region. Alhambra became a big attraction to newcomers because its bra’s population swelled to 90,000 by the first subdivision, the Alhambra Tract, had 2000s, and is responsible for much of the water piped in through iron pipes to each commercial growth that occurred in the residential lot — the first in the region. 1990s and 2000s, creating jobs, eliminating With water, Alhambra became an expanse blight, and bringing exciting new shopping of orchards and flowers, and wineries. and dining options to Alhambra. With a growing population of 600, The Alhambra Redevelopment Agency residents formed a town improvement asso- was tuned up to reinvigorate Alhambra’s ciation, pushing for incorporation in 1903. economic engine, starting with one of its Just 10 years later in 1913, the population first projects, Fremont Plaza in 1996, which grew to 5,000, leading to the approval of involved converting a vacant Sears building the City Charter in 1914. In the 1920s and into a Toys R Us, and adding several other 30s, Alhambra Airport became a busy home major retail tenants and restaurants, in- for Western Air Express, and in World cluding PetSmart, Albertsons, and El Pollo War II, the Alhambra Airport became Loco. The City also began to develop other the official shipping point for Lockheed’s vacant lots and underused buildings, as well military airplanes. At war’s end, the airport as rehabilitated attractive older buildings on These three photos, from left, show how Main Street has changed from the early part of the 20th century, the ceased operations, and the property was Main Street. 1950s, and 2015. sold to a real estate development company, Today these efforts are highlighted by a being subdivided into the charming tract revamped Alhambra Row that includes nine of homes south of Valley Boulevard now dealerships, pedestrian-friendly downtown to fund millions in street rehabilitation Civic Center Library in 2008 and the recent called the Airport Tract. along Main Street, and the Alhambra Re- projects, updated playground equipment, unveiling of the Mosaic Parking Structure The city was growing by leaps and naissance Plaza, which features ample free and provided for the construction of adding 307 spaces to Downtown Alhambra. bounds — from 30,000 in the 1930s to parking, restaurants, entertainment, and the water treatment facility. While the Although Alhambra’s population de- 50,000 in the 1950s. A wave of housing shopping. It is no wonder that Alhambra Alhambra Redevelopment Agency ceased clined slightly in the most recent census development began to transform Alham- was recently recognized as the “Most Busi- operations in 2012, due to a mandate by taken in 2010, Alhambra continues to be bra’s agricultural community as soldiers ness Friendly City in L.A. County” by the the Governor and State Legislature, its in the midst of a transformational period returned home from war, looking to start L.A. Economic Development Corporation, benefits to the community will be realized of strategic growth. And while the most their civilian lives. Meanwhile, business was or that Livability.com named Alhambra for generations to come. recent phase focused on mixed-use retail flourishing on Valley Boulevard and Main fifth in California among its 2014 “Top What’s new in Alhambra is a reinvigora- and residential, what’s next will be the con- Street. As people continued to discover Al- 100 Best Places to Live.” tion of residential, office space, and dining tinuation of the commercial revitalization hambra, a wave of apartment construction Redevelopment brought about more and shopping experiences through the of Main Street — from Alhambra Place followed in the 1960s to 1980s. change than the mere construction of construction of mixed-use along West Main to East Main Street, as well as enhancing In the 1960s, the Alhambra Redevel- these retail-oriented shopping, dining, and Street. From the Alhambra Regency Plaza to and protecting the City’s neighborhoods opment Agency came into existence to entertainment projects. It also created jobs the Main Street Collection, residential and with upgraded parks, streets, and water and expand, modernize, and redevelop the city’s and helped provide funding to improve the professional services have expanded, while sewer facilities. industrial area. It became a significant tool quality of Alhambra’s schools, parks, and infrastructure has also kept up, with the Stay tuned to Around Alhambra to find for revitalizing the city, especially as Alham- utility infrastructure. For example, it helped relocation and construction of the Alhambra out what’s next.

SPRING EGGSTRAVAGANZA From Page 1A The pancake breakfast is breakfasts. Proceeds from the Don’t forget cameras, as pic- concerning the Spring Egg- sponsored and prepared by $5 donation for the breakfast tures of egg hunt participants stravaganza, check out the City members of the Alhambra will benefit the upcoming with the visiting bunny will of Alhambra Web site at www. Firefighters Association, who Alhambra Host Town Program be family treasures for years to cityofalhambra.org; click on are well versed in providing for the Special Olympics World come. City Calendar; click forward to outstanding community Games 2015. For more information April; or phone 626-570-3242. 10A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015 Have You Heard? Since the beginning, Around Alhambra has strived to provide the community with news of what is happening around town, programs being offered by the City, the School District, and businesses and organizations. However, we know that the individual reader might be interested in more, or may have heard something from a neighbor, their hair- dresser, or at church. This new column will seek to answer some questions that are on the minds of Alhambrans like you. Why can’t Alhambra get a Trader Joes? The City has been in contact with this very popular grocer, hoping to entice them to open a store in Alhambra, but at this In addition to restaurants and retail, Sprouts Market will tentatively locate in the Alhambra Place. time the company’s focus is out-of-state. Long-time residents might remember that there was once a Trader Bay State Street. like to have a greater voice in civic issues are invited to fill Joes on Atlantic. As one might imagine, Trader Joe’s What are they building at the former Bewley Allen out an application for one of the city boards & commis- receives requests from many cities across the country to Cadillac dealership? Anyone who has driven down East sions. Applications are available on the City’s Web site, join their community, but has stated that it only opens a Main Street has noticed that the former dealership is or for more information, phone 626-570-5090. Addi- limited number of stores each year and is not growing in being demolished. The property, located at 801 E. Main tionally, the City will conduct a comprehensive update California. St., was purchased by the operators of Alhambra Nissan, of the General Plan and will seek input from residents What businesses are coming to Alhambra Place? across the street. The dealership plans to construct a new at a variety of community meetings scheduled for later Glad you asked because Sprouts Market has announced showroom, service area, and parking field for display of this year. plans to locate in the new center at Garfield and Main. vehicles for sale. There are also many civic organizations in Alhambra, For those who haven’t been to Sprouts, the store is a I’d like to get involved in civic issues. How can I including the Alhambra Lion’s Club, Alhambra Masonic real treat. Shoppers will experience something akin to participate and become more involved in my com- Lodge, Kiwanis Club of Alhambra, Knights of Colum- an indoor farmers market. Products include farm-fresh, munity? Residents can learn in real-time what is going bus, Organization of Chinese American Women, Rotary organic produce at affordable prices; quality-sourced on by checking out the City’s new media formats. The Club of Alhambra (and the new SGV New Gen Rotary meats at value pricing; bulk foods such as rice, spices, City’s Web site (www.cityofalhambra.org) and Facebook/ Club), Soroptimist International of Alhambra/San Ga- aromatic coffees, granolas, trail mixes, etc.; and grocery Twitter/Instagrampages are a great place to start. The Po- briel/San Marino and many others. In addition to these isles with thousands of natural and organic food prod- lice Department also offers the MY PD App, Facebook, local and international service organizations, one can also ucts. Sprouts, like Trader Joe’s, is quickly becoming one Twitter, Next Door, Weibo, and WeChat (in Chinese). join the new Alhambra Coordinating Council. Look for of the best and most sought-after names in the grocery Also, look for a new City Mobile App for your smart contact and descriptive information on the “Community business. Additional businesses planning to locate in phones in the near future. Involvement” page in the Community section of the the Alhambra Place Center will be announced soon. Agenda packets, including staff reports, are posted on- City’s Web site. For those interested in downtown living opportunities, line for City Council and board & commission meetings. Was a recent topic or question not mentioned? Sub- Alhambra Place will also feature 260 luxury apartment A video of regularly scheduled city council meetings is mit topics and questions to be featured in an upcoming units, including a separate parking entrance that will be available online within 24 hours after the meeting, for issue to [email protected], or phone built on the southern portion of the property adjacent to those who cannot attend in person. Residents who would 626-570-5090.

PLAY GOLF From Page 1A life-saving equipment for Alhambra department with funds to enhance assists with the annual National become an event sponsor is available Police Officers, support the Depart- programs and services to the commu- Night Out Against Crime event and on the Foundation’s Web site: www. ment’s Children and Mentors Pro- nity such as sponsorship of an annual most recently provided training rifles alhambrapolicefouncation.org. The gram, and render program support youth camp for more than 100 chil- that are vital for simulations training entry fee is $125. Sponsorships range for community outreach. dren of the Alhambra community for officers. from the Tee sponsorship at $150 to The Foundation has provided the called C.A.M.P. The Foundation Tournament registration and/or to Tournament sponsorship at $5,000.

The following crimes were reported to the Alhambra Police Department in January. The areas of occurrence are listed to the nearest block —not exact addresses. By publishing these reports, it is hoped that Alhambra residents will take the necessary measures to ensure their individual safety, as well as the safety of their property. Neighborhood Watch Works! To join Neighborhood Watch, or for more crime prevention information and safety tips, contact the Alhambra Police Department Crime Prevention Office at 626-570-5177. District One District Two District Three Burglary (2) Burglary (7) Burglary(0) 100 S. Cordova 1800 S. Second Theft/Burglary from 900 N. Garfield 300 E. Adams Vehicle (5) Theft/Burglary from 600 S. Sixth (x2) Fremont/Commonwealth Vehicle (15) 1600 S. Fifth 10 N. Curtis 900 N. Monterey 1000 S. Fourth 2300 W. Alhambra Rd. 400 N. Story 600 S. Sierra Vista 100 S. Stockbridge 300 N. Story (x2) Theft/Burglary from 1700 W. Acacia 400 E. Lindaraxa Vehicle (14) Grand Theft Auto (5) 100 N. Garfield 2000 S. Stoneman 100 S. Westmont 500 N. Story 300 E. Ramona 2900 W. Glenridge 700 W. Washington 1700 S. Seventh 200 S. Elm 300 N. Chapel 1800 S. Geranio 900 S. Fremont 300 N. Monterey (x2) Ninth/Shorb 1800 W. Cedar 1000 N. Stoneman 700 W. Ramona Robbery (0) 100 E. Alhambra Rd. 1600 S. Third 500 N. Third 1600 S. Sierra Vista District Four 10 E. Commonwealth 1100 S. Azalea Burglary (2) Grand Theft Auto (3) 600 S. Sierra Vista 1810 W. Garvey 200 E. Main 200 W. Linda Vista 2500 Midwickhill 900 N. Monterey Hellman/Atlantic Theft Burglary from 100 S. Sixth 1200 S. Fifth Vehicle (6) Robbery (2) 800 S. Garfield 2600 W. Valley Huntington/Stoneman Grand Theft Auto (11) 2400 S. Winthrop 10 N. First 2000 S. Chapel Shorb/Electric 700 S. Second 2000 S. Raymond 900 W. Ramona 2800 W. Ramona 1400 E. Valley 1200 S. Edith 1400 S. Eighth Grand Theft Auto (6) 500 W. Valley Valley/Edith 1800 S. El Molino 1300 S. Ethel 1000 S. Garfield 2200 W. Valley 1800 S. Monterey 1600 S. Edgewood 1800 S. Stoneman 2000 S. Ethel 1400 S. Eighth 2700 W. Valley Robbery (1) Robbery (0) 800 W. Valley 03/2015 CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 11A

Youngs Market Co. salesman Carl Yoshioka, left, and Super Store owner George Maida.

Dr. Heidi Henstra, DVM, cuddles with one of the Each year, the hospital helps rescue an average of 45 rescue cats at the Alhambra Veterinary Hospital. cats and dogs and vaccinates, spays, and neuters them. Super Store gets new look Super Store, 320 W. Alhambra Road, best,’” said Carl Yoshioka, Youngs Market is celebrating its grand re-opening with a salesman. completely redesigned store. Mr. Maida had the “American Dream” The convenience store offers all the latest ideal in mind when he opened Super Store trends in the liquor department, including in 1983. Alhambra Veterinary a great selection of craft beers. Customers Mr. Maida, the eldest of eight chil- may also buy milk, eggs, and snacks, and dren, was born on a farm in the village the shelves are always fully stacked with the of Fayrouzah, Syria. The secret to Mr. Hospital has served the affordable and the unique. Maida’s success was planted in the Customers who walk through the door long days spent under the sun on that are always greeted with a smile and a hello Mediterranean ground. The raising of community for 47 years from owner George Maida and his son crops and animals taught him the need Alhambra Veterinary Hospital, 1501 W. and a full in-house lab along with a referral Brian. It is this approach to business that to complete the tedious tasks of the day Mission Road, has provided the Alhambra lab all in one convenient location. impressed the representatives from Youngs and to get up the next morning and do it community with veterinary services for Alhambra Veterinary Hospital’s tech- Market Co., a liquor wholesaler. So with all over again. more than 47 years. The hospital changed nology keeps improving over the years, and the help of Jeff Pruitt, Alliance Brand “Thirty years ago when I created Super ownership in 1968, and Dr. Heidi Henstra they invest in continuing education above specialist, and Simon Tsang, vice president Store, I remembered those principles I joined the hospital in 1970. the protocol required by the state. divisional manager, Super Store embarked learned in my youth so I could build a “We are fortunate that clients are devot- The hospital has 12 employees who speak on its grand re-opening. “It’s a wonderful business that would give me a life all immi- ed to the hospital with multiple generations English, Spanish, and some Chinese dialects. occasion to celebrate a business and a story grants dream to live in the land of the free,” of families bringing their pets and returning Several of the employees have been a part of that aptly identifies itself as ‘simply the said Mr. Maida. as customers for many years,” said Dr. the team for more than five years, and some Henstra, DVM. “Our family run business of them have been there as long as 25 years. is owned by Richard Beagle and me.” “Our mission is to provide high quality WELCOME Each year, Alhambra Veterinary Hospi- services paired with the latest technolo- OURNew CHAMBER MEMBERS! tal helps rescue an average of 45 cats and gies,” said Dr. Henstra. “We go above and dogs and vaccinates, spays, and neuters beyond the requirements for continuing Alhambra Chrysler Jeep CMPG Tidbits of Alhambra them. 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It is designed inarian hospital that offers typical medical Alhambra Veterinary Hospital is open 9 quality Jeep, RAM, Dodge, and through service and creativity. to entertain readers while treatment and procedures for animals. They a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Chrysler vehicles. The dealership The company focusus on showcasing local businesses that offers the latest models and developing brand building help make Alhambra the unique also offer free pound exams, dentistry, digi- Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday and a variety of used cars. communications programs shopping experience it is. tal x-rays, pet nutrition, laser light therapy, Thursday; and 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Satur- to reach U.S. and Asian acupuncture, grooming, some boarding, day. The phone number is 626-289-9227. consumers and businesses. It’s all about networking Join the Chamber for an informal social where business people get together, exchange ideas, and develop new relationships. These monthly networking programs are sponsored by and hosted at Chamber member establishments. Networking is one of the most affordable means of marketing resulting in invaluable personal referrals and word-of-mouth advertising. So, don’t hesitate. Bring plenty of business cards and a winning handshake to the next Business After Hours and develop a synergistic group of business contacts. This month’s Business After Hours mixer will take place Wednesday, March 25 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Hosted by the Alhambra Educational Foundation at 38 Degrees Ale House & Grill 100 W. Main St., Alhambra The Alhambra Educational Education (AEF) is a nonprofit H & R Block, 2585 W. Commonwealth Ave., Alhambra, celebrated its grand opening organization that is focused on raising funds for programs, Feb, 5. H & R Block files taxes, including federal tax returns and state tax returns, curriculum, and materials that directly benefit all 18,000 students looking to find every last available tax deduction to minimize taxes and maximize tax and 17 schools in the Alhambra Unified School District. returns. From left are Paul Pignotti, district manager; Councilmember Steve Placido, Cost: $10 for members For more information about the D.D.S.; Frank Chen, immediate past president, Alhambra Chamber of Commerce; $15 for non-members Business After Hours Mixers, phone Joseph Hom, 29-year employee of H & R Block; Andres Rodriguez, office manager; the Chamber at 626-282-8481. Laura Vawter, regional marketing manager; and Kevin Hannahs, regional director. 12A CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015

Optimal Health & Wellness Center, 670 Monterey Pass Road, Suite 100, Monterey Park, celebrated its expansion with a re-grand opening last November. Optimal Health & Wellness Center specializes in natural and complementary solutions to medical and CoKreeate, 410 W. Main St., #221, Alhambra, had its grand opening and ribbon cutting Jan. 23. CoKreeate is a 3D printing and scanning company that specializes in creating life-like custom ceramic figurines. The health care needs and offers Integrative Medicine and Natural Healing. In front, from company sells 3D printers and plastic filaments and teaches 3D printing classes. From left: Frank Chen, the left, are Monterey Park Mayor Hans Liang, Dr Clement Lee, and Monterey Park Alhambra Chamber immediate past president; owners Will Co, Jewelyn Co, and Andy Co; and Councilmember City Clerk Vincent Chang. Steve Placido, D.D.S.

The Alhambra Chamber of Commerce thanks these members for renewing their memberships The co-founders of CoKreeate 3D Printing are, from left, Andy Co, Jewelyn Co, and Will Co. and for their continued support: Alcala Care Management First Choice Bank Premier Cabling Solutions P.O. Box 3861 407 W. Valley Blvd., Suite 1 3070 W. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91803 Alhambra, CA 91803 Alhambra, CA 91801 New Member Spotlight 818-800-3367 626-300-8987 626-768-1051 - Member since 2012 Member since 2009 Member since 2012 Alhambra Educational First Christian Church Rotary Club of San Gabriel Foundation 220 S. Fifth St. Valley-New Generation 1515 W. Mission Road Alhambra, CA 91801 349 E. Main St., CoKreeate 3D Printing offers Alhambra, CA 91803 626-282-8473 Suite 104 PMB8 626-943-3080 626-282-8473 Alhambra, CA 918701 Member since 2001 Member since 2002 201-NEWGEN-1 Member since 2012 Allied Physicians IPA Frueholz, Gary A./ scanning, printing, retail 1668 S. Garfield Ave., 2nd Floor Dilbeck Real Estate Saint Therese School Alhambra, CA 91801 1499 Huntington 1106 E. Alhambra Road A one-stop-shop family owned business various options of printing materials such 626-282-0288 Drive, Suite 100 Alhambra, CA 91801 of 3D scanning and 3D printing service has as plastic, sandstone, resin, and wood. Member since 2010 South Pasadena, CA 91030 626-289-3364 626-403-5220 Member since 1996 opened its doors in Alhambra: CoKreeate CoKreeate has created miniature fig- Alondra Hot Wings Member since 2002 3D Printing. The three co-founders, Wil- urines of many well-known icons such as 515 W. Main St. San Gabriel Community Alhambra, CA 91801 G.E. Property De- Church & Christian School liam Co, Andy Co, and Jewelyn Co, started Stan Lee, Larry King, Verne Troyer, Bas 626-576-7119 velopment, Inc. 117 N. Pine Street the company as a portable and convenient Rutten, Christy Mack, and a few more. Member since 2009 407 W. Valley Blvd. #4 San Gabriel, CA 91776 Alhambra, CA 91803 626-287-0486 3D scanning and 3D printing service in They produced the first-ever 3D printed Al’s Italian Beef & Nancy’s Pizza 626-282-9200 Member since 2011 mid 2013. As Alhambra residents, the comic book cover as published by 3Dprint. 410 W. Main St. Member since 2003 Alhambra, CA 91801 San Gabriel Hilton family decided to open a studio and retail com in February 2014. Artists, hobbyists, 626-872-0755 Great American Realty Services 225 W. Valley Blvd. store in their community. and cosplayers take interest in the com- Member since 2014 19 S. Garfield Ave. San Gabriel, CA 91776 Alhambra, CA 91801 626-270-2717 CoKreeate is an all-in-one shop that pany’s works as well and use Cokreeate’s Aston, Raymond 626-570-8560 Member since 2013 offers industrial grade 3D scanning services service to produce their ideas to create Member since 1998 Member since 2005 Steven Placido D.D.S. for technical and creative projects, 3D 3D printed products. CoKreeate works in Beggxis Lieberg, D.D.S. Green Menu Organization 420 N. Garfield Ave. 401 N. Garfield Ave., Suite #2 560 W. Main St., Unit D Alhambra, CA 91801 design services, 3D printing services, and collaboration with colleagues to support Alhambra, CA 91801 Alhambra, CA 91801 626-289-9281 specializes in creating life-like full-colored charity organizations, build businesses, and 626-282-2855 877-771-5281 Member since 1997 Member since 2006 Member since 2013 custom ceramic figurines, 2D to 3D print- reproduce keepsakes and souvenirs. Subway Sandwiches and Salads ed picture conversions, custom trophies, all CoKreeate also dispenses public educa- Cathay Bank Hi Quality Auto Body 1701 W. Main St. 43 E. Valley Blvd. 723 S. Fremont Ave. Alhambra, CA 91801 occasion cake toppers, prototyping, and re- tion and awareness about the possibilities Alhambra, CA 91801 Alhambra, CA 91803 626-458-5543 production. CoKreeate also retails desktop of 3D printing. “We believe that there is 626-576-7600 626-457-9114 Member since 1993 Member since 2012 Member since 2007 3D printers, industrial grade hand-held 3D no limit in creating and bringing out ideas The UPS Store scanners, printer filaments, and offers 3D in 3D printing because there is a wide Charlie’s Trio John L. Raya Insurance Group 560 W. Main St., Suite C 47 W. Main St. 401 S. Mission Drive Alhambra, CA 91801 printing classes. market for this technology,” said William Alhambra, CA 91801 San Gabriel, CA 91776 626-284-8298 CoKreeate’s one-of-a-kind replicated Co. “This company continues to develop 626-284-4943 626-570-8611 Member since 2005 Member since 1992 Member since 2010 figurines are produced by using a high- creative ideas and is open minded to new United Healthcare tech, hand-held 3D scanner taking frame- concepts.” Costco-Alhambra La Parrilla Mexican Restaurant 30 W. Valley Blvd., Suite #101 2207 W. Commonwealth 2938 W. Valley Blvd. Alhambra, CA 91801 by-frame images of the subject. It is then CoKreeate is located at 410 W. Main Alhambra, CA 91803 Alhambra, CA 91803 626-537-3025 digitally processed to create a complete St., Unit 221, Alhambra 91801. It is 626-289-6890 626-289-2412 Member since 2009 Member since 1987 Member since 1999 CAD file and printed with an industri- open from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday To renew your membership alized 3D printer. The 3D conversion through Friday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Satur- Dreamweaver Medical Associates Popular Demand Hair Center with a credit card, 330 W. Las Tunas Drive, Suite 1 1700 W. Valley Blvd., Unit B photographs are manually designed with day; and by appointment on Sunday. Visit San Gabriel, CA 91776 Alhambra, CA 91803 please phone the Chamber 626-284-3300 626-625-5880 at 626-282-8481. the use of multiple 3D applications and CoKreeate online at www.cokreeate.com; Member since 2011 Member since 2012 software. Products take about three to four Twitter @cokreeate; Instagram @cokreeate; weeks to be completed. CoKreeate offers and Facebook.com/Cokreeate. 03/2015 CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 13A

Exact Tax owner Mary Wong, E.A., welcomes Vic Morel, E.A., to the Exact Tax team. The Alhambra Masonic Lodge, 9 W. Woodward Ave., Alhambra, hosted the Chamber’s Mixer on Feb. 25. The mission of the Masons of California is to foster personal growth and improve the lives of others and is carried out through Masonic principles and tradition. The first preliminary meeting for the organization of the lodge took place in the parlor of the Alhambra Hotel on Saturday evening, June 9 1894. Attending the New Member Spotlight - mixer are, from left, Frank Chen, Chamber immediate past president; Robert Fukui, Chamber vice president; Sanza Kazadi, Jisan Research Institute; Steve Shepard, IRS expert joins Shepard Automotive; and Andy and Jewelyn Co, owners of Cokreeate. Exact Tax Inc. team Exact Tax announced that Vic Morel, much as $200,000 in tax penalties.” IRS Appeals Settlement Officer of more Ms. Wong and her staff offer free than 34 years, has joined the firm’s pro- 30-minute consultations to give guidance fessional staff of C.P.A.’s and E.A.’s. Mr. for tax needs. New clients (except 1040EZ) Morel has been recognized by the IRS as an are offered $25 off. Expert Witness in Tax Courts and Federal Phone 626-573-0788 to make an ap- District Courts. pointment, and visit Exact Tax’s new office, “This adds a greater level of experience decorated with Peanuts memorabilia, at and technical expertise no other accounting 1024 E. Garvey Ave., Monterey Park, near firm has in this area for negotiating with the corner of Garvey and New avenues. taxing authorities,” said Exact Tax owner During the Tax Season, Exact Tax is Exact Tax hosted the Chamber’s Lunch & Learn Feb. 19. The topic was “How Mary Wong, E.A. open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to to Survive an IRS & BOE Audit.” The program included information on record Established in 2007, Ms. Wong, with Thursday and 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday keeping requirements, audit techniques, taxpayer rights, appeal options, and what the 23 years of experience, has helped many to Sunday. IRS is really looking for during an audit. Exact Tax, 1024 E. Garvey Ave., Monterey local businesses and individuals with their Check out Exact Tax’s reviews on Yelp Park, is a Revenue/Income and Payroll Taxation reporting office offering state licensed tax issues. “Mr. Morel and I are working and Google, and visit the Web site at www. professionals with hundreds of hours of specialty training on payroll, federal, and to clear a $7,000,000 tax penalty case in exacttaxinc.com. states taxes preparation. which Exact Tax has created doubt with Exact Tax is a member of National the California Franchise Tax Board as Association of State Board of Accountancy, to whether this penalty belongs to their National Association of Tax Professionals, client,” said Ms. Wong. “For other clients, National Society of Tax Professionals, Exact Tax has escalated cases to Tax Court California Tax Education Council, and and won judgments, saving some clients as Authorized IRS e-file Provider.

24TH ANNUAL LUNAR NEW YEAR From Page 1A McDonald’s was also a crowd-pleaser, as few could resist sampling the restau- rant’s delicious drink offerings. On the entertainment stage, audiences were delighted to watch the fabu- lous folk dance performances and A huge crowd attended the Lunar New Year Festival on Feb. 21. amazing kung fu demonstrations, including the traditional face-changing dance. At 5:30 p.m., the smells of foods of all ethnicities, includ- ing Chinese stinky tofu and Salvadorean pupusas, were still lingering in the air; people were still trying to grab snacks on a stick as the festival shut down. The Alhambra Chamber of Hikari Taiko was one of the groups that entertained on the Commerce has made an ongoing Main Stage. commitment in bringing this cultural event to the community for the last 24 years in partner- ship and with support from many City departments as well as the Police and Fire departments. “The continued support of the community attendees has made this year’s festival another success,” said event coordinator Pinki Chen. Taekwondo Academy performed on the Wells Fargo Stage. 14A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015 03/2015 COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 15A 16A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015 Alhambra Day Nursery Board offers financial grants, scholarships The Alhambra Day Nursery Board the YMCA; and a variety of other projects is inviting community individuals and submitted by school staff and community organizations that serve children within the organizations. boundaries of the Alhambra Unified School Those interested in applying for finan- District to apply for financial grants to help cial assistance from the Day Nursery Board support their programs. The school district are asked to request an application by con- boundaries encompass all of Alhambra and tacting Ed Aguirre, grant coordinator, at parts of Monterey Park, San Gabriel, and 626-943-3080 or by writing Mr. Aguirre at Rosemead. 1515 W. Mission Road, Alhambra 91803. The Board was founded in the 1940s, Deadline for submitting grant applications with a mission to provide good and is March 31. Successful applicants will be reasonable child care for working parents notified by April 30. The awarded funds in the community. Over the years, the or- will be available shortly thereafter. ganization was able to purchase a building Scholarships are being offered to senior on Hidalgo Street in Alhambra and run a students graduating from Alhambra, Mark child care center and pre-school program Keppel, San Gabriel, and Century high in cooperation with the school district. schools in the Alhambra Unified School No longer running the child care and pre- District and seniors from Mission and school program, the Day Nursery Board Ramona Convent high schools. The schol- has changed its mission and now offers arships are for $1,000 for the first year of scholarships to district high school seniors college or university enrollment, with the and financial grants to community individ- opportunity to apply the following year for uals and organizations. The Board has been an additional $1,000 for the second year able to accumulate funds through dona- and $2,000 for each of the third and fourth tions, endowments, and rental of property years. Multiple scholarships will be given. and is using these assets to improve the lives Applicants must be planning to enroll in of children in the community. a major/program leading to a degree in a For the past five years, the Board has field working with children. Additional given more than $500,000 to groups and consideration will be given to those prepar- individuals for support of educational ing to work in the area of early childhood programs. Some of the projects previously education. funded were Boy Scouts for Outreach Scholarship applications are available Programs; a freshman/parent orientation at each of the high schools mentioned program; a summer kindergarten academy; above. Directions for submission of schol- the All District Band; high school Academ- arship applications will be noted on the ic Decathlon program; summer swim les- applications. sons and Youth in Government Program at

Need A Tax Accountant? Here’s a list of our professional Accountant/CPA Chamber members. 03/2015 COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 17A Wells Fargo welcomes rams to Los Angeles Wells Fargo announced pro- $50,000 to the Asian Pacific Islander motions, event sponsorships, American Scholarship Fund and a $50,000 scholarship (APIASF) to help outstanding grant celebrating the Year of students take their hopes and the Ram. In honor of Lunar dreams to the next level. New Year, and to help instill in The donation is part of a multi- children the good habit of saving year $3.15 million commitment for the future, participating Wells that Wells Fargo announced in 2014 for Fargo store locations will offer customers a development programs, college tours, and limited edition ram coin bank when open- scholarships for college-bound students ing a new Wells Fargo consumer checking from underrepresented Asian and Pacific account, while supplies last, until March 6, Islander communities. Since 2006, Wells 2015. Fargo has contributed more than $5.4 A key element of the Lunar New Year million to the group. tradition is giving red envelopes, filled with “Wells Fargo has a deep commitment money, as a to the Asian and Asian-American Alhambra Thunderbirds Cheerleading symbol of communities we serve. It is our belief good luck that celebrating the diverse traditions Team wins National Champions title and good of our customers and team members The Alhambra Thunderbirds Cheerleading Team, 12 girls ages 3 to 8, won the fortune in helps create strong relationships and Jamz National Champions title in Las Vegas on Jan. 23, after competing against the year to fosters a corporate culture of respect nine local teams. “This team is such a great example of motivation, dedication, and come. Wells and inclusion,” said Sandy Walia, perseverance,” said Coach Melanie Espino-Canche. “We are so grateful to everyone Fargo will Wells Fargo Greater San Gabriel area who supported the team, including American Legion Post 139 for allowing the girls to practice in the Legion’s hall and Albertsons, Alhambra, for letting the team have gift these president. “Traditionally the ram a fundraiser at the store to cover the cost for the competition. These girls learned that festive red and gold envelopes to customers represents kindness and generosity, charac- believing in themselves is most important.” in select locations, and the company has teristics Wells Fargo works hard to embody also created a complimentary, colorful, as we help our customers and communities artistically designed, bilingual calendar and succeed financially.” other seasonal gifts. There will also be three For more information about Wells Far- new, Year of the Ram debit card designs go’s Lunar New Year celebration visit www. on the Wells Fargo Card Design Studio, wellsfargo.com/yearofram. and digital displays in banking stores and on ATM screens at locations serving Asian communities. Additionally, because Wells Fargo believes education is the foundation of a vibrant community, the bank will donate Woman’s Club to meet March 4, April 1 The Alhambra Woman’s Club welcomes 122nd year of supporting charitable and the return of Theatre Americana to the youth organizations. Visitors and guests are stage of the Alhambra Masonic Center, 9 welcome to attend by making reservations at W. Woodward Ave., on Wednesday, March 626-548-2209 through Sunday, March 1. 4, to present President Donna Scarantino’s On Wednesday, April 1, the noon original musical Oscar for Mom. luncheon of The Alhambra Woman’s Club For more than 75 years, Theatre Ameri- will be arranged by Historian Valerie Mar- cana has produced a variety of performing tin at the Alhambra Masonic Center, 9 W. arts projects in collaboration with organiza- Woodward Ave., Alhambra. tions that provide social, educational, and Visitors and guests are welcome to health programs for children and adults. attend and may make reservations by The noon luncheon will be arranged by phoning 626-548-2209 through Sunday, former Vice President Vi Lupo. March 29. The Alhambra Woman’s Club is in its 18A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015

Jayvee Dance, voted Best Dance Studio For Kids in The Los Angeles Area, will present SYNERGY on March 21. Jayvee All Stars Team to present dance showcase The Jayvee All Stars Competition Angeles, so, SYNERGY is a show you Team will host its second annual dance won’t want to miss.” showcase entitled SYNERGY at 6 p.m. Tickets are available online for $25 at Saturday, March 21, at Gabrielino High AllStarsSynergy.eventbrite.com. Ticket School, 1327 S. San Gabriel Blvd., San sales end at 8 p.m. Friday, March 20. Gabriel. They may be purchased for $30 at the “After competing in two weekends of door. intense competition last month, the team Jayvee was recently voted Best Dance members are ready to show Los Angeles Studio For Kids in The Los Angeles Area all of their hard work and dedication,” by LA Hot List. “Jayvee continues to pro- said Tu DeVera, Jayvee Dance studio vide a fun and exciting place for adults manager. “The show will also feature to come together in dance. Come see professional dance companies, such as what the excitement is all about,” said Maker Empire and Culture Shock Los Ms. DeVera. 03/2015 COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 19A Unique Victorian Transitional Bungalow What is a Little receives top Heritage Home Award Free Library? A meticulously restored constructed at the rear of A Little Free Library is a “take a 1906 Victorian Transitional the property. It, too, was a book, return a book” gathering place Bungalow, located in the one-story bungalow, which where neighbors share their favorite West tract of Alhambra, closely matched the style literature and stories. In its most basic was recently honored with of the original home. As a form, a Little Free Library is a box full Alhambra Preservation rental unit, the additional of books where anyone may stop by and Group’s 2014 Katherine income helped to ensure a pick up a book, or two, and bring back Hildreth Memorial Her- comfortable retirement for another book to share. itage Home Award. In the elderly owners. The owner of the house on North presenting the award, APG The Shuttleworth Bushnell asked her carpenters to take President Christine Olson home was designed as some of the wood that was left over from remarked that in the three a Craftsman bungalow, building her new backyard fence and years since purchasing the incorporating elements of use it to build the Little Free Library, home, its owner has done the earlier Victorian style in which is the first one to be registered in an extraordinary job of its window treatments and Alhambra. restoration, preparing this interior details, such as the At first, people were hesitant about historic gem for another Birdseye maple woodwork, This 109-year-old Alhambra bungalow was recently honored with the Katherine Hildreth taking the free books, but now there is Memorial Award, named in memory of one of Alhambra Preservation Group’s founders. century of functional use. dentil moldings, high ceil- an almost continuous turnover of inven- This impressive home is ings, and tall windows. tory in this library on North Bushnell. located near the former Red The Craftsman style is It’s easy to get into conversations with Car line that carried pas- characterized by the rustic When the current owner first Helping to transform the social passersby about what they are reading, sengers along Huntington texture of building mate- saw the home in 2011, she fell in dynamic on the street by creating and the home owner is always looking Drive to and from the busi- rials, including shingles love with its expansive dining room, a sense of neighborliness and com- for used books that she thinks might ness center in downtown and redwood siding; a low- which features a small Victorian munity spirit, the owner installed a interest her neighbors. “It’s especially Los Angeles. In 1906, the pitched roof with exposed fireplace and mantle, flanked by Little Free Library in her front yard, gratifying to see children discover a original owners, Fred and rafter tails; and a covered turned maple columns and detailed constructed from salvaged fencing neighborhood reading resource and Emma Shuttleworth, pur- front porch supported by scrollwork. In restoration, instead material. This is the first such returning to share it with their parents chased an unimproved lot substantial posts. Thereof replacing the too-worn-to-be- library to be officially registered in and siblings,” she said. One young cou- from Samuel Wuest. Fred are two large bay windows refinished hardwood flooring with Alhambra. Even as this home cele- ple visits the library regularly, although Shuttleworth, a Freemason, — one in the front parlor, a less-expensive laminate material, brates its history and its place in the they live many blocks away, and they hired his fellow lodge mem- and another in the dining the owner special-ordered maple local community, its environmen- always borrow something to read. ber George W. May to build room. Most of the original floorboards to match the original. tally conscious upgrades, including The Little Free Library is a worldwide a five-room cottage for his double-hung windows are The beautiful grain of the new solar panels and an electric vehicle movement that began just a few years family. Sixteen years later, still present, featuring a hardwood maple floors lends an charging station, position it solidly ago in Wisconsin. There are now more in 1922, the Shuttleworths distinctive diamond pattern elegant quality to the 108-year-old in the 21st Century. than 20,000 of these free libraries all had a small guest house in the upper section. home. over the globe. The idea is very simple: take a book, leave a book. The goal is to promote literacy and the love of read- ing, while also building community and Historical Society to present sharing skills, creativity, and wisdom across generations. talk on fast food industry The Alhambra Historical Society on the history of In-N-Out Burger and will talk about the growth of the fast and family-owned operations. will present Joe Castillo, historian and other fast food restaurants. food industry in Southern California The talk will be followed by a ques- writer for the Mid-Valley News, at its The public is invited. featuring In-N-Out Burger from 1948 tion and answer period. meeting Wednesday, March 25, at the The social half hour begins at 7 to the present. The company was For more information, please phone Masonic Center, 9 W. Woodward Ave., p.m. with refreshments and displays of founded by Harry and Esther Snyder 626- 300-8845. Alhambra. Mr. Castillo will give a talk historical items. At 7:30, Mr. Castillo with an emphasis on quality, service,

To inquire about these adoptable animals, contact the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society at 626-286-1159, or visit at 851 E. Grand Ave., San Gabriel. Adoption hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. The shelter is closed on Mondays. Directions and photos of many more dogs and cats can be found online at www.sgvhu- mane.org. The adoption fee for cats is $99, which includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, de-worming, FIV/FELV/heartworm testing, and microchip. A $120-$135 dog adoption fee includes microchip, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, and de-worm- ing, as well as a free health check-up at a partici- Large adult female American pating vet (some breeds slightly higher). Adult male miniature pinscher mix • Staffordshire terrier mix • ID#14633 Take advantage of the new cat adoption pro- small • ID#5090 gram to celebrate kitten season. The “Me and My Shelby is a sweet girl who enjoys attention Young, small male domestic short Weebo came from a less than ideal situation, so he’s and walks. She is good on the leash and likes Shadow” companion adoption program allows hair • ID#12527 still a bit shy with new people. He’s an adorable, to explore and sniff her surroundings while pet adopters to have “twice the fun at a third of loving boy. He especially likes belly rubs and treats. walking. She enjoys sitting with her walker the cost.” When adopters take a second kitty, who Les Paul is a grey and white young boy He gets along with his kennel mate and loves to go and observing what is going on around her must be “black like a shadow,” the cost is only $29. who, although missing an eye, has a big and on walks. Stop in to meet this sweet boy and consider while she is being pet. Please stop in to meet Save money with the Buddy Program. Adopt lovable heart with which to compensate. He making him a part of the family. He will help you Shelby. She is eager to find a home for the is a friendly kitty who loves to run around with your New Year’s resolutions to “love more” and New Year. Stop by, give her a treat, and get two pets at the same time for a reduced fee. and play, whether with toys or with his “exercise more.” to know her. She would love to be part of a The Senior for Senior Program offers pets for buddies. Meet this awesome guy at the Mini family. $39 each. Manor today. ChickensWelcome.com Alhambra Dental (888) 398-1377 100 South First Street • Alhambra, CA 91801 Experience the Difference in One Visit LOOSE TEETH

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Hydrogen Research sources such as solar and wind power for and Fueling Facility has become the first hydrogen production. station in California toS beE certified HABLA to sell ETheSPAÑOL hydrogen facility provides key fuel to the public. research data on fueling performance and The facility recently passed a rigorous station operations to the U.S. Department state performance evaluation and can now of Energy and National Laboratories, as sell hydrogen by the kilogram to drivers of well as to state agencies such as the Cali- fuel cell vehicles. fornia Energy Commission and California “This is a milestone in the commer- Air Resources Board. cialization of hydrogen in preparation for “Our hydrogen station is playing a the next generation of electric vehicles crucial role in helping situate California that will be powered by hydrogen,” as a national leader in zero emission said Michael Dray, technical operations vehicles,” University President William manager at the fueling facility. “It’s equiv- A. 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Audi, Honda, Hyundai, General The Governor’s Office of Business Motors, Mercedes Benz, and Volkswagen and Economic Development (GO-Biz) have all fueled prototype hydrogen vehi- said the hydrogen station’s certification cles at the Cal State L.A. station. These “demonstrates that close coordination vehicles, which emit only water vapor, between government and industry can hold approximately six kilograms of enable a seamless and fair consumer expe- hydrogen and take about six minutes to rience for this critical technology.” fill. A kilogram typically allows a vehicle “GO-Biz commends the entire team at to travel about 50 miles. Cal State L.A. for their work to advance This year marked a new chapter in the the commercial success of hydrogen fuel use of hydrogen vehicles when Hyundai cell electric vehicles,” said Tyson Eckerle, produced several hundred vehicles, many zero emission vehicle infrastructure proj- of which are being leased to drivers in the ect manager for GO-Biz. Los Angeles area, Mr. Dray said. Ideally Opened last May, the fueling station located near two freeways and downtown at Cal State L.A. is the largest such facil- Los Angeles, the Cal State L.A. fueling ity on a university campus in the United facility will play an increasingly important States and produces hydrogen on site. role as the use of hydrogen vehicles be- The station is capable of using renewable comes more widespread. Emmaus School open house to feature campus tours Emmaus Lutheran School and Pre- teams, tennis, piano, choirs and music for school will offer an open house from 10:30 all students, student government, field a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 8, at 840 S. trips, library, large field integrated technol- Almansor St., Alhambra. ogy, and full service gym. Phone to tour the school’s 6+ acre campus. For more information, visit www. Emmaus offers quality academic pro- emmauslutheranchurch.org, or phone grams, before and after school care, sport 626-289-3664. 03/2015 COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 21A Gatsby Glamour inspires annual Gala at All Souls World Language Catholic School The era of abundance and extravagance will be recreated as guests arrive at All Souls School’s third annual Gala on Saturday, March 21. This year’s theme was inspired by the lavish and indulgent lifestyle of the 1920s Jazz Age, immortalized in the classic novel The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Principal Carrie Fuller and Fr. Bob Stephan, S.J., at last year’s The evening of music, annual Gala. dancing, silent auction, and dinner is a fundraiser for the school’s restoration TV, will be available. The information or to make and facility improvement silent auction will last until reservations, please phone programs. the end of the night. 626-282-5695, or visit A bartender will serve The evening’s festivities www.allsoulsgala.org. wine and spirits all night begin at 5 p.m. and end at All Souls World Language and will delight guests 11 p.m. The cuisine will Catholic School is located at with a special signature be catered by Don Cucoy 29 S. Electric Ave., Alhambra cocktail. Buffets. 91801. For more informa- To accentuate the affair, Sponsorship and tickets tion about the school, go to auction items, including a are now available; for more www.allsouls.la.

Community Calendar of Events

March 16 – Monday March 24 – Tuesday April 15 – Wednesday • Alhambra Community Coordinating Council • Government Affairs Committee • Arts & Cultural Events Committee March 6:30 p.m. 9 a.m., Chamber, 104 S. First St. 7 p.m., City Hall, conference room March 2 – Monday Alhambra Civic Center Library • Design Review Board 111 S. First St. Planning Commission 101 S. First St. Reese Hall 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers, 111 S. First St. • Planning Commission 111 S. First St. April 16 – Thursday 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers, 111 S. First St. Chamber Lunch & Learn Program March 3 – Tuesday March 25 – Wednesday Noon to 1: 30 p.m. • Alhambra Chamber Executive Committee March 17 – Tuesday Business After Hours Mixer Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, 104 S. First St. 8:30 a.m. Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. Sixth annual St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl Hosted by the Alhambra Educational Foundation Presentations by local business leaders who • HUD - Housing Committee 6 to 10 p.m. Downtown Alhambra 38 Degrees Ale House & Grill address important issues related to small 7 p.m. - City Hall, conference room Meet at Renaissance Plaza at 6 p.m. 100 W. Main St., Alhambra business success. Lunch is provided. 111 S. First St. Northeast corner Garfield and Main 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. April presentation by Rudy Kusuma of Re/Max $10 members, $15 non-members Titanium: “The Ultimate No Holds Barred Guide March 5 – Thursday March 18 – Wednesday to Selling & Buying a Home in Alhambra and the • YMCA Heart of the Community Dinner • Arts & Cultural Events Committee San Gabriel Valley.” Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St., Alhambra 7 p.m., City Hall, conference room Chamber members free • Parks and Recreation Commission 111 S. First St. April Non-members $15 7 p.m., Joslyn Center, Story Park • Survivors of Murdered Children, SGV Chapter Phone the Chamber to make reservations: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. April 2 – Thursday 626-282-8481 210 N. Chapel Ave. Parks and Recreation Commission Third Wednesday of each month 8 p.m., Joslyn Center, Story Park Alhambra Police Department March 9 – Monday 210 N. Chapel Ave. April 18 – Saturday • Alhambra City Council, 7 p.m. 211 S. First St., room EDC on second floor Alhambra Educational Foundation Dinner Contact Tina Yamashiro at 626-298-9054 or 6 p.m. City Hall, 111 S. First St. April 6 – Monday • Alhambra Police Dept. Battle of the Badges [email protected] Hilton Los Angeles/San Gabriel on Valley Planning Commission Boulevard in San Gabriel Blood Drive 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers 2 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. March 19 – Thursday 111 S. First St. 211 S. First St., second floor EOC room Chamber Lunch & Learn Program April 20 – Tuesday For more information, contact Liz Lam at Noon to 1: 30 p.m. Planning Commission 909-201-9440 Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, 104 S. First St. April 7 – Tuesday 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers Presentations by local business leaders who • Alhambra Chamber Executive Committee 111 S. First St. 8:30 a.m. Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. March 10 – Tuesday address important issues related to small business success. Lunch is provided. • HUD - Housing Committee • Alhambra Chamber Board of Directors 7 p.m. - City Hall, conference room April 22 – Wednesday March presentation by John L. Raya Insurance Business After Hours Mixer 8:30 a.m., Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. 111 S. First St. Group: “Profit or Loss? How to Identify and Hosted by Twohey’s • Library Board of Trustees 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St. Manage the Risks of Doing Business” 1224 N. Atlantic Blvd., Alhambra • Youth Commission Chamber members free April 13 – Monday 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. City Council, 7 p.m. 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St. Non-members $15 $10 members, $15 non-members City Hall, 111 S. First St. • Design Review Board Phone the Chamber to make reservations: 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room 626-282-8481 April 27 – Monday 111 S. First St. April 14 – Tuesday City Council, 7 p.m. March 23 – Monday • Alhambra Chamber Board of Directors City Hall, 111 S. First St. Alhambra City Council, 7 p.m. 8:30 a.m., Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. March 11 – Wednesday • Library Board of Trustees Transportation Committee City Hall, 111 S. First St. 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St. April 28 – Tuesday 7 p.m., City Hall, conference room • Government Affairs Committee • Youth Commission 111 S. First St. 9 a.m., Chamber, 104 S. First St. 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St.. • Design Review Board • Design Review Board 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St. 111 S. First St.

Alhambra Service Clubs and Organizations Tuesday: The Exchange Club meets at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St., Alhambra. The Rotary Club and Soroptimist Club meet at noon every Tuesday at Almansor Court. The Civitan Club meets at noon every first and third Tuesdays at Azteca Restaurant, 717 S. San Gabriel Blvd., San Gabriel. The Kiwanis Club of Alhambra meets at 5 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays at noon at Denny’s Restaurant, 369 W. Main St., Alhambra (for information, phone 626-943-2542). Wednesday: The Alhambra Historical Society presents its program meetings at 7 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of January, March, May, September, and November (November meeting takes place after Thanksgiving) at the Masonic Center, 9 W. Woodward Ave. The Alhambra Woman’s Club meets at noon on the first Wednesday each month (except for June through Sept.), at the Masonic Center, 9 W. Woodward Ave. Toastmasters meets from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays each month at the Colonial Kitchen Restaurant, 1110 Huntington Drive, San Marino. The League of Women Voters meets on the third Wednesday each month (626-798-0965 for info.). The Lions Club meets at 6:15 p.m. on the third Wednesday each month at the Regent Café, 1411 S. Garfield Ave., Alhambra. Thursday: American Legion Post 139 meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday each month at the Legion Hall, 24 N. Stoneman Ave., Alhambra. San Gabriel Valley New Generation Rotary Club meets from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Fronteras Mexican Grill & Cantina, 118 W. Main St., Alhambra. 22A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015

David DiCristofaro Ben Alvarado Lead Wells Fargo region presidents named for Greater Los Angeles, Southern California markets David DiCristofaro and Ben Alvarado succeed Lead Region President John Sotoodeh who was named regional banking executive for the Southwest Region Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: 2,800 team members. Prior to his current WFC) announced that new lead region role, he served as regional president for presidents for the Greater Los Angeles and the Greater San Gabriel and South Coast Southern California Regions have been markets, finance officer for Wells Fargo’s named. David DiCristofaro, a 17-year Los Angeles Metro region, and finance and company veteran, assumes responsibility strategy manager for the Northern Califor- for the Greater Los Angeles Region, which nia region. Before joining Wells Fargo, he serves customers in Los Angeles, Riverside, worked as a consultant with BDO Seidman. and San Bernardino counties along with Mr. DiCristofaro received his bachelor’s de- Coachella Valley through 268 retail bank- gree in finance and management from New ing stores and nearly 5,000 team members. York University’s Stern School of Business. Ben Alvarado, a 23-year Wells Fargo veter- An active community leader, he is the Check Out Our Reviews an, assumes responsibility for the Southern board chair of The Pasadena Playhouse, California Region, which serves customers vice chairman of the American Red Cross in Orange, Imperial, and San Diego coun- of Greater Los Angeles, and a director for ties through 232 retail banking stores and the Pasadena Educational Foundation. more than 3,600 team members. Mr. Alvarado, who started his career as Mr. DiCristofaro and Mr. Alvarado a teller, was most recently the region presi- succeed John Sotoodeh, who led the com- dent for the Orange County-Inland market bined markets previously called the South- responsible for 121 retail banking stores ern California Region. Mr. Sotoodeh was and 1,900 team members. Previously, he recently named regional banking executive held various retail and business banking for the Southwest, which includes Texas, positions, which included area president for New Mexico, and Arkansas. the Long Beach Coastal Division, district “David is an exceptional leader with a manager, commercial loan officer, sales de- passion for helping individual and business velopment coach, and store manager. Mr. customers succeed financially,” said Lisa Alvarado earned his bachelor’s degree from Stevens, head of Regional Banking Sales and California State University, Long Beach Marketing and regional banking executive and an MBA from Pepperdine University. for the Pacific Midwest Region. “He invests He is active in the community and time and energy to serve the community serves on the board of directors for Orange and has held leadership roles in organiza- County United Way and Memorial Care tions such as the Pasadena Playhouse and Foundation and the advisory board for Pasadena Educational Fund, which sup- Miller Children’s Hospital Long Beach. port the overall vitality of the community. About Wells Fargo I know our customers, team members, and Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: the Greater Los Angeles region will benefit WFC) is a nationwide, diversified, com- from David’s extensive banking experience munity-based financial services company and his dedication to satisfying our cus- with $1.6 trillion in assets. Founded in tomers’ financial needs and contributing to 1852 and headquartered in San Francisco, a successful community.” Wells Fargo provides banking, insurance, “Ben is a dynamic, people-focused investments, mortgage, and consumer and leader who is dedicated to the commu- commercial finance through more than nities, customers, and team members he 8,700 locations, 12,500 ATMs, and the serves. He has an unwavering commitment Internet (wellsfargo.com), and has offices to provide our customers with financial in 36 countries to support customers products and services that meet their needs who conduct business in the global econ- and an excellent customer experience,” omy. With approximately 265,000 team said Ms. Stevens. “His strong professional members, Wells Fargo serves one in three experience and his passion for the people of households in the United States. Wells Southern California will serve him and his Fargo & Company was ranked No. 29 team well in helping even more customers on Fortune’s 2014 rankings of America’s achieve their financial dreams.” largest corporations. Wells Fargo’s vision is Mr. DiCristofaro joined Wells Fargo in to satisfy all our customers’ financial needs 1997 and is currently the region president and help them succeed financially. Wells for the Greater Los Angeles market. He is Fargo perspectives are also available at responsible for 152 stores and more than Wells Fargo Blogs and Wells Fargo Stories. 03/2015 COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 23A Streetease presents Heels n’ Hotties High Heel Competition Shoe lovers will kick off their work shoes and strap on their cutest high heels for a fun night out on Saturday, March 14, at Vino at Trio’s wine bar, 10 N. First St., for the fifth annual Streetease High Heel Contest, Heels n’ Hotties. Streetease Dance is collaborating with QueenVee Entertainment to celebrate stilettos while enjoying wine and spirits in Downtown Alhambra. Guests will be greeted with music by local Alham- bra Deejay Esco, and all heel competitors will receive Last year’s winners of the Streetease high heels competition were, from complimentary entrance left: Jen “JB” Blackburn, second place; Vanessa Hidalgo, first place; into the competition. The and Anette Puskas, third place. competition will be judged by eight Alhambra locals, including last year’s first- drink specials for the event and will be posted place High Heel Hottie, night, such as The Dove on Facebook at www. Vanessa Hidalgo. Dive, and their delicious fb.com/streetease. The evening will be full selection of appetizers. Weekly Streetease of dancing, hunt and match More than 20 ladies dance classes are available cocktail games, raffle prizes will compete in this at Jayvee Dance Center, from local businesses, and year’s Heels n’ Hotties 216 E. Main St. a silent auction to benefit charity fundraiser for To learn more about Dance For Peace Charity the chance to win top Streetease dance classes, that benefits dance schol- prizes to become this phone 626-281-JVJV, or arships at local Downtown year’s High Heel Hottie. e-mail streeteaseinfo@ Alhambra dance studios. Final winners for will gmail.com. Vino at Trio’s will offer fun be announced at the 24A ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015 Alhambra High School Principal visits eighth-grade Gladiators At its Annual 8th Grade Parent and Chairperson and eighth-grade parent Student Information Night on Jan. 21, Mrs. Susan Chau appreciated the event Northrup School presented guest speaker and said: “Meeting and hearing from Principal Duane Russell of Alhambra High Principal Russell at Northrup was espe- School. Mr. Russell spoke to the eighth- cially helpful to people who are intimi- grade class of 2015 about how to connect dated by the large crowd in a huge high to school in order to strive for success. school auditorium. It was comforting Northrup eighth-grade teachers An- to hear positive encouragement from gel Hong, Audrey Martin, and Phillip the person who we entrust our children Vi had students generate questions with daily for the next four years.” they had about high school. Questions Northrup will continue to offer this ranged from campus logistics to co-cur- annual meeting in an effort to further ricular sports and activities. bridge student and their families to the Northrup School Site Council high school. 03/2015 ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 25A News from Gateway to Success Gateway to Success program graduates 10th class of parents In December, the District and is at no Gateway to Success cost to participants. program of the The next session will Alhambra Unified be in summer. Please School District grad- contact Gateway to uated its tenth class Success at 626-943- of parents. Parent 3410 for more infor- Project is for parents mation or visit www. who have difficult, ausdgateway.com. strong-willed or out 40 Developmen- of control adolescents. Parents learn and tal Assets training for parents practice specific prevention and interven- Gateway to Success will offer Alhambra tion strategies for destructive behaviors. School District parents 40 Developmental The goal of Parent Project is to im- Assets: a five-week program developed by San Gabriel students Robert Lam and Kelly Ho place at the 29th annual Stanford National Invitational. prove communication, and teach parents the Search Institute, which identifies a set how to set consistent boundaries and set of skills, experiences, relationships, and be- appropriate consequences. Parent Project haviors that enable young people to develop is instrumental in making children better into successful and contributing adults. learners, making schools better and The program is free of charge and is San Gabriel speech, building stronger communities. The rela- from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, tionships that are formed in these classes March 31-April 28. The program is avail- coupled with the skills that are learned are able in English and Spanish. debate students succeed life changing. Please contact Gateway To Success at Parent Project is offered twice a year by 626-943-3410 for more information and the Alhambra Police Department in col- to register. at Stanford Invitational laboration with Alhambra Unified School Thirteen members of San Gabriel High of Randy Pausch’s “The Last Lecture.” School’s speech and debate team and their Meanwhile, sophomore Kelly Ho placed adviser recently journeyed to the Bay Area fourth in Junior Varsity Extemporaneous for the 29th Annual Stanford National Speaking with a seven-minute sponta- Invitational sponsored by the Stanford neous speech about the effects of China’s Debate Society. labor policies on human rights violations. From Feb. 7 to Feb. 8, the preliminary Kelly was given 30 minutes to research the rounds took place at the Santa Clara Mar- topic beforehand. Both students received riott hotel, and the final rounds took place trophies. on the campus of Stanford University. The “Going to finals in extemp was some- invitational is a national tournament with thing I never expected from myself,” Kelly more than 200 schools across the United said. “It was scary because I was compet- States competing, including schools from ing in unfamiliar territory, and I was really Colorado and Texas. Despite the increased far away from home.” competition and the unfamiliarity, Coach Besides competing, the Stanford Invi- Andrew Nguyen lauded the team for its tational was an educational experience for performance. the debaters as they toured both Stanford “I am very proud of the [speech and de- and Berkeley campuses and met with San bate team],” Mr. Nguyen said. “They were Gabriel alumni at the schools. competing in a lot of new and unusual With new ideas and inspiration from conditions. We had many rounds per day, the Stanford Invitational, San Gabriel at a competition with over 2,000 entries. High School’s speech and debate team It’s the only national circuit tournament members will continue their competitive that San Gabriel attends and one of the season, as they prepare for Spring Novice only chances we get to see this many and State Qualifiers toward the end of the schools competing at this high of caliber.” month. Senior Robert Lam broke into semifi- Thomas Wang, sophomore, reporter, nals for Junior Varsity Oratorical Interpre- The Matador, San Gabriel High School, ‘Back to the 80s Spring tation with a 10-minute reinterpretation contributed to this article. Fling’ auction, dinner to benefit Brightwood Elementary School Brightwood Elementary School PTA Guests will enjoy a three-course seated presents Back to the 80s Spring Fling, dinner, no host bar, and an incredible a fun 1980s-themed evening of auction collection of auction items from local and dinner from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sat- businesses, individual donors, and many urday, March 14, at Almansor Court in other generous supporters. There will Alhambra. also be music and dancing. Guests are Back to the 80s Spring Fling is a ma- encouraged to wear ‘80s-era attire. jor PTA fundraising event in which all Sponsorship and advertising oppor- proceeds support Brightwood School by tunities for Back to the 80s Spring Fling providing classroom grants, school im- are still available. To learn more, visit the provements, technology, and enrichment school Web site. programs for each student at Brightwood Since 1961, Brightwood Elementary School. Paul Talbot, city manager of School PTA has been dedicated to Monterey Park, will emcee the event, and providing many programs and support Monterey Park Police Chief Jim Smith funding for Brightwood Elementary will serve as the fundraising auctioneer. School so that all students may be en- Purchase tickets at the school Website: riched as much as possible during their www.brightwoodschool.weebly.com. elementary years. 26A ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 03/2015

Northrup sixth-graders Tammy Vuong, left, and Ariel Broadus display their Commitment Promise to Go to College pledge along with their USC bracelets on their writing hand.

March 31, 2015 USC Edison International ‘How 2 Go To College Program’ visits Northrup sixth- graders USC Edison International Peer Am- certificates can be earned from various bassador College Day’s Project Manager learning institutions. Irene Bobadilla reached out to Northrup Ms. Bobadilla closed her presentation School with an educational project that by telling the sixth-graders: “Remember, it encourages sixth-graders to become more is never too early to begin thinking about involved with the idea of going to college. or planning for college. All the choices Trained Peer Ambassadors, all college stu- you make today as sixth-graders will affect dents from different universities, present- your future. So if you maintain your at- ed a virtual tour and spoke about different tendance and good grades at school, and aspects of the college-going experience to you are respectful and nice to one another, Northrup’s sixth-graders on Jan. 23. I can assure you that each and every one “Not only did their interactive presen- of you will make it to higher education.” tation teach our sixth-graders about the At the conclusion, all Northrup A-G requirements, they also discussed sixth-graders signed a commitment the importance of a middle school educa- pledge to do their part in planning ahead tion,” Principal Stacie Colman-Hsu said. for their future and were given a special The presentation exposed students bracelet to wear on their writing hand as to types of colleges from junior colleges a reminder of their commitment to go to to private colleges and what degrees and college. Alhambra Latino Association to honor Supt. Laura Tellez-Gagliano The Alhambra Latino Association’s April 24. After April 24, tickets will be $60. Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Dinner Please make checks payable to the and Dance will take place May 1 at Alhambra Latino Association, C/O Helen Almansor Court. This year, Supt. Laura Padilla, Granada School, 100 S. Granada Tellez-Gagilano, Ed.D, will be honored Ave, Alhambra 91801. along with five scholarship recipients Phone 626-308-2419 for information. from Alhambra Unified School District Scholarship applications are available high schools. on www.alhambralatinoassociation.com Tickets are $50 per guest; RSVP by and are due March 6.

Congratulations to Jennie Malonek, Alhambra High School’s Academic Decathlon Coach, who received the Roberta Kordich Coach Award from the Los Angeles County Office of Education in February at the Academic Decathlon’s annual award banquet. The coach of the year award commends Ms. Malonek for her commitment and dedication to the Academic Decathlon. Ms. Malonek organized workshops and seminars for all decathletes and helped fundraise for a monetary award in memory of a former coach who passed away. 03/2015 ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 27A Monterey Highlands School receives Teaching Gardens Grant Monterey Highlands Elementary School, a reducing deaths from cardiovascular diseases and nationally recognized Healthy School, received a stroke by 20%. To measure the success of the 2020 Teaching Gardens Grant funded by Participant impact goal, the AHA has created health impact Media who teamed up with the American Heart measures for children over the age of 2 in the areas Association (AHA) to create a school garden of smoking, Body Mass Index, physical activity, program. The school’s garden consists of nine diet score, total cholesterol, blood pressure, and wooden boxes planted with spinach, Swiss chard, blood sugar. Specifically, to measure a healthy diet strawberries, bok choy, lettuce, cabbage, kale, and score the AHA has identified five primary and several herbs. three secondary measures to improve the heart The AHA has created the Teaching Gardens health of the American diet. program to educate elementary students about the Two first-grade teachers, Gary Ho and Connie importance of fruits and vegetables, to energize Aoki, led the Teaching Garden. “With obesity be- and excite them about produce, and to introduce ing on the rise, the teaching garden provides a fun fresh produce into the diets of students and their and exciting way to introduce fresh produce to our families. The program was designed to encourage students and their families. Students and families healthy diets in young children and to help com- will also learn to make healthy choices and may bat childhood obesity, which has reached epidemic even grow their own backyard garden to continue From left: Marisa Rodriguez, American Heart Association Teaching Gardens Manager; proportions. Gardens make healthy foods fun, and to live a healthier lifestyle at home,” said Mr. Ho. Dr. Linda Nakagawa, Instructional Specialist; Robin Perez, Instructional Specialist they provide opportunities for children to try and Mrs. Aoki added, “The teaching garden allows on Special Assn.; Kelly Meyer, co-founder of the American Heart Association Teaching enjoy healthy foods. our students to get out of the classroom and step Gardens Program; Dr. Debbie Kotani, principal; Gary Ho and Connie Aoki, first- The AHA established an aggressive health outside into the real world where learning can take grade teachers impact goal for the year 2020: to improve the car- place. They get to experiment and learn through diovascular health of all Americans by 20% while hands-on activities.”

Kindergarten class enjoys the Teaching Garden.

Eighth-grade students work in the Teaching Garden with Dr. Debbie PTA parents volunteer in the Teaching Garden. Kotani and Dr. Linda Nakagawa, left.

Overall best individual decathletes, from left, Chaney Tse, third place, Mark Keppel High; Elise Matsusaka, first place, South Pasadena High; and Douglas Wu, second place, Beverly Hills High.

MARK KEPPEL ACADEMIC DECATHLON TEAM From Page 1A teams, along with six others, 3,600 points compared to the the team garnered 31 individual 14 individual medals, seven of Though there is a month- will advance to the state round, previous year. The team could medals. In particular, Chaney, which went to junior Chi Yu. long gap between the regional which will take place March not succeed, however, without team captain and president, Alhambra coach Jennie Malonek competition and the state com- 19 to 22 in Sacramento. This the tremendous support from earned the honor of third high- also received the Roberta Kor- petition, the Mark Keppel team year’s theme is Alternative Principal Jacinth Cisneros and est scorer out of all decathletes at dich Coach Award from the plans to use as much of that time Energy. district personnel, to whom it competition, and Patrick earned Los Angeles County Office of as possible to improve further. Although Keppel finished is ineffably grateful. The team the honor of second highest Education. San Gabriel High The state competition involves second, the team improved consists of the following: seniors scorer in the scholastic category. School, who competed in Di- the most competitive teams significantly in score compared Chaney Tse, Annette Cai, Eric Patrick’s second-place finish also vision II, earned 15 individual from all around California, so to last season. Coached by Lin, Jason Chang, Jeffery Wong; meant that he received the Jeff medals. (Alhambra and Keppel the Mark Keppel and Alhambra social science teacher Tin juniors Justin Ho, Patrick Chea, Jones Memorial Scholarship compete in Division I and only teams will put their effort into Tran, the team was able to Jimmy Chong; and sophomore worth $125. Division I schools can qualify placing and scoring as highly as increase its score by more than Jocelyn Shackleford. Overall, The Alhambra team earned for state.) they can. ChickensWelcome.com Alhambra Dental (888) 398-1377 100 South First Street • Alhambra, CA 91801 Experience the Difference in One Visit LOOSE TEETH

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