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ur May issue is a playful take on three elements of happiness: wine, women and song. Our initial inspiration was Planned Parenthood’s second annual “Wine, Women & Shoes” fund-raiser, an idea conceived by Napa Valley vintner Elaine Honig. The idea of pairing wine with fund-raising and the arts seems to be a trend. CalPhil regularly presents “Music, Martinis and the Maestro” chamber music performances at the Castle Green and hosts an extravaganza called “Wine & Strings” each summer. Add to that Southwest Chamber Music’s “Blendings: Wine & Music” evenings at the Armory Center for the Arts and its 20th Anniversary Gala this month, and you’ve got a unique melange of fruitful philanthropy, arts and entertainment — all in exquisite taste. In our other features, the Instrumental Women Project shines as an organization devoted to encouraging women to join the jazz world. Plus, we get to know Lena L. Kennedy, the founder of Community Women of San Gabriel Valley, whose love of people led her to a surprising decision. Even though she had worked for Assemblywoman Carol Liu, Kennedy had never considered running for office — until now. Mixed in with those offerings are a new wine column by David McDonald of Mission Wines, Table Talk at the decidedly feminine and deliciously gourmet Scarlet Tea Room, a wedding garden vision at the Showcase House of Design, a peek inside the Women’s City Club at the Blinn House and more. Enjoy the merry month of May! By the way, guys, you’ll get your due next month — stay tuned for our sports-themed issue in June. —Julie Riggott

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14 CULTURE A mélange of events pairing wine with arts and fund-raising: Planned Parenthood’s “Wine, Women & Shoes,” Southwest Chamber Music’s “Blendings” and CalPhil’s “Music, Martinis and the Maestro.” — By Ron Garmon and Julie Riggott

18 CHARITY “Instrumental to Success”: The Instrumental Women Project gives female jazz musicians a chance to be heard. — By Carl Kozlowski

52 PERSONALITY “Recipe for Empowerment: Lena + Lunch”: Community activist Lena L. Kennedy and her fellow members of Community Women of San Gabriel Valley are a force to reckon with — and celebrate! — By Jenine Baines

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50 COMMUNITY Women’s City Club at the Blinn House 56 TABLE TALK Jessica Pina of the Scarlet Tea Room 57 GRAPEVINE How women have changed the wine world 60 SHOPPING Getting ready for the big day 62 THE LIST Pasadena Animal League, Monrovia Historic Preservation Group and more

66 NESTING A wedding garden at the Showcase House of Design 68 REAL ESTATE The truth about foreclosures Cover Photo: Elaine Honig, the creative force behind “Wine, Women & Shoes,” gives us a glimpse of the allure of her fund-raiser for women’s charities like Planned Parenthood of Pasadena. Photo courtesy of Elaine Honig. 6 ~ MAY 2007 ~ ARROYO

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PASADENA SYMPHONY GALA GAMBLES … AND WINS! More than 300 supporters of The Pasadena Symphony attended La Nuit de Jeux, “The Night of Games,” in sometimes fierce but good-natured rivalry at faux roulette, craps and backgammon tables. The gamble more than paid off. The gala, held at the California Club courtesy of Alyce Williamson, raised more than $300,000 to benefit The Pasadena Symphony’s concerts and outreach programs. The event also honored longtime supporters Edith and Jack Roberts. “When the Robertses joined our symphony family, we drew a winning hand,” said Marian Cameron, who chaired La Nuit de Jeux. “They’re the King and Queen of our hearts.” However, the ultimate winners, says co-chair Barbara Steinwedell, are music lovers throughout Southern California. “The success of ‘The Night of Games’ enables The Pasadena Symphony to continue to offer the concerts and array of programs that our patrons have come to expect,” she explains. “Now we can start off our 80th anniversary season in 2007–2008 on a truly high note.” For more information, call (626) 793-7172, or visit www.pasadenasymphony.org. Patricia Ward Kelly and Alyce Williamson

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BY RON GARMON ROUNDBREAKING CHARITY MAVEN ELAINE HONIG does some of her best work by poetic free association: “Sauvignon Blanc can be compared to a silver strappy sandal: bright, metallic, goes with everything. Cabernet is more like a black silk evening pump: classic and structured, supported by a backbone of tannin just as the shoe is supported by the heel. A Syrah, well, let's call it a red patent leather peep-toe pump: spicy and racy.” Honig, the creative and communications director of Honig Vineyard and Winery, is the founder of “Wine, Women & Shoes,” an inspired philanthropic innovation aimed at a sensitive, underappreciated demographic: women and their feet. That this constituency is everresponsive to stroking and pampering isn't much of a secret, but still one it took Honig to invent in a fit of wordplay. The final part of the triad came out of a discussion bemoaning the orthodox wine-and-cheese template for fund-raising events when the word “shoes” made a dramatic appearance in her flow of patter. “Shoes are easy to try on, you don't have to take your clothes off,” Honig enthuses. “Shoes don't make your hips look big or play into any body issue. Women love to talk about shoes, and it’s a total conversation-starter. We have

it going in 12 cities, Pasadena being one. We've now raised more than $1 million for women’s charities. What women do is network, and they're often curious about wine, so we make it easy and fun.” The result is a series of events held in cities like Dallas and Pensacola since 2005 to benefit UNICEF, museums, local women's services and Planned Parenthood chapters. Each one is a bacchanalia of comfort, indulgence, fun and flirtation for attendees. The length of the event varies from a single evening to (in the event's “pure form”) two days, with wine classes, fashion shows and socializing in between. There is a seminar called “Wine and Shoe Pairing” which helps initiates understand the near-mystical relationship between women, provocative footwear and wine made by Honig's family label. Comfort and luxury being at a premium for career women and young marrieds, this is an idea whose time has come clicking in on stiletto heels. “It creates an enormous amount of goodwill,” Honig says with a laugh. “We've actually tracked increased sales from areas where we've done benefits. I try to make it a win-win for everybody. We bring in wonderful, cute, accomplished men in —Continued on page 16 the community to carry the

Photo courtesy of Elaine Honig

A mother and daughter enjoy “Wine, Women & Shoes” in Napa Valley.

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Wine pairings make classical music even tastier. BY JULIE RIGGOTT

The enjoyment of wine has become an art. With the popularity of wine tastings and the abundance of exceptional California wineries, the beverage has gone beyond pairings with food. In the San Gabriel Valley, you can find it paired with some of your favorite classical music at these offerings from Southwest Chamber Music and CalPhil. When organizers from Southwest Chamber Music realized that people with sophisticated tastes tend to appreciate both classical music and wine, they thought, why not put them together? The idea took form two years ago when Artistic Director and Conductor Jeff von der Schmidt introduced “Blendings: Wine & Music.” “We wanted to combine two of the greatest pleasures in life,” says Communications Director Thu-Nga Dan. At the Armory Center for the Arts, patrons can enjoy wine with hors d’oeuvres while perusing artwork and even chatting with musicians before the one-hour open rehearsal and ensuing

discussion with von der Schmidt — and sometimes even the composer. Von der Schmidt has distinguished the ensemble by programming new music by living composers, like James Newton, in the same concert with traditional music from the classical repertoire, including Bach. Southwest Chamber Music also champions female composers, premiering and spotlighting locals such as Joan Huang and Elinor Remick Warren and international artists like Finland’s Kaija Saariaho, in programs also featuring famous names like Mozart. So “Blendings” was almost a natural extension of the group’s creative tendencies and penchant for

exciting combinations. The evening’s libations and food are paired with the theme of the music. For instance, for a May 18 event, wines from places such as Baja California and Latin America and food from a local Mexican restaurant will be followed by the music of Carlos Chávez, the single most important Mexican composer in the classical world. Southwest Chamber Music’s four CDs of Chávez’s complete cycle of chamber music earned them two Grammy Awards and a total of five nominations. The “Blendings” performance is a preview of Southwest Chamber Music’s Mexico City tour, where the ensemble will present a series of five concerts May —Continued on page 16 ARROYO ~ MAY 2007 ~ 15

W I N E , WO M E N & SHOES —Continued from page 14

shoes on silver trays and present them to the women like hors d'oeuvres. They flirt shamelessly; that's their job. The women love it. There have been two marriages, including mine.” “Wine, Women & Shoes” returns to Pasadena for the second year in a row on May 10 to benefit Planned Parenthood of Pasadena’s education and outreach programs in its service area of 23 cities from Glendale to Glendora. Deb Whitehouse, Planned Parenthood board member and local chair of the event, is delighted by the concept and impressed at the results. “Why this works so well for us at PP is we have a mature donor base and we are striving to attract younger people” she notes. “Those in their 20s through 40s have never had authority tell them they can't do things. Unless you've taken a course on it, you're unlikely to know the struggles of the women's movement. A lot of people in that age group take contraception for granted, others can't afford it, and others don't know about us. It's a marketing problem more than anything. “This attracts people from Junior League, YMCA, YWCA and people who are not otherwise involved in charitable organizations — which is great because we get contributions from these people,” she adds. “There's a myth that Planned Parenthood equals abortion, when that's only 3 percent of what we do. Our purpose is to provide affordable reproductive health care for women who are uninsured.” This year's “Wine, Women & Shoes” event will be held once again on the rooftop of the Pasadena Museum of California Art, with wine by Baldacci Vineyards, Chateau Potelle, Peju Province, Pretty Sally Estate and, of course, Honig Vineyards. There will be a raffle of $2,500 in jewelry courtesy of La Place Vendôme and fashions by Verona Shoes and Flutter. “It'll be a little different from last year,” Whitehouse reveals. “We did a runway fashion show; this year we have living mannequins scattered around the hall. They'll be the décor. The auction should be larger than last year, and we'll be raffling off shoes. “We want to have the same cocktail atmosphere and enjoy the fashions — not either/or,” she adds with a laugh. “Does that sound lushy?” AM “Wine, Women & Shoes” begins at 6 p.m. May 10 on the rooftop of the Pasadena Museum of California Art, 490 Union St., Pasadena. Please RSVP by May 3. For tickets or more information, call (626) 794-5737, or visit www.pppasadena.org. RON GARMON has written about music for Los Angeles CityBeat and the Los Angeles Times. 16 ~ MAY 2007 ~ ARROYO

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21 through 28 in a Chávez festival hosted by Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. On tap for May 6 is Southwest Chamber Music’s 20th Anniversary Gala with co-founders von der Schmidt and Jan Karlin, his wife. The festivities begin with the unique opportunity to tour the historic Greene & Greene The Greene & Greene–designed Blacker House Blacker House, owned and restored by provides a historic setting for Southwest Chamber Board of Directors President Ellen Knell Music’s gala. and her husband Harvey. Guests will be treated to hors d’oeuvres, dinner, wine, music by Southwest Chamber musicians and students, and a silent auction featuring boutique wines and treasures collected during the ensemble’s travels to Southeast Asia. All proceeds will benefit Southwest Chamber Music educational programs. “Blendings: Wine & Music” will begin at 7 p.m. May 18 at the Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. Tickets are $55 for wine and music; $10 to $28 for music only. The 20th Anniversary Gala starts with a tour at 4 p.m. May 6 at the Blacker House. Tickets start at $200. For tickets and more information about either of these events, call (800) 726-7147, or visit www.swmusic.org. The California Philharmonic Orchestra brings “cocktail chic” to its programming with “Music, Martinis and the Maestro” and “Wine & Strings.” While CalPhil’s Festival on the Green summer concert series appeals to a diverse audience of thousands with its combination of classical, jazz, pops, Broadway and opera tunes, some of the classical music purists expressed interest in a more intimate setting and traditional repertoire. Maestro Victor Vener responded with “Music, Martinis and the Maestro” in winter 2004. The venue, the Romanesque Room at the Photo courtesy of Marcus Van Doren, TriMarc Imagery historic and architecturally appealing Castle Green, holds 250 guests, some at reserved tables ($50) and others in general admission seats ($30). Vaulted ceilings amplify the acoustic experience. Wine and martinis are poured before and even during the concert, and guests get to hear Vener, in his characteristically engaging manner, share stories about the pieces or the composers. Sometimes the musicians speak as well before picking up their bows and instruments to play. CalPhil Chairman of the Board John Whaley and Afterwards, musicians mingle and converse artist Nancy Klaphaack meet a new donor. informally with the audience. On May 20, patrons can enjoy a classy cocktail while enjoying music for violin, cello and piano, including Beethoven’s “Archduke Trio,” Op. 97, and Dvorak’s “Dumky Trio,” Op. 90. Then on June 9, CalPhil’s annual fund-raiser “Wine and Strings” promises a celebration at the Shakespeare Club with both classical and jazz music on stringed instruments, free-flowing libations (of course), live and silent auctions, buffet dinner and dessert, and maybe some other surprises. All proceeds support the music and programs of CalPhil. Vener, now in his 10th season as music director, has a reputation for making classical music accessible to both neophytes and aficionados. With the addition of these events, CalPhil has received an even greater response from audiences, giving a definite boost to the local classical scene. “Certain people have become more involved as donors or attendees,” says Mindy Kernc, head of publicity and marketing, “because they have the chance to be a part of the orchestral experience.” AM The bar opens for “Music, Martinis and the Maestro” at 1:30 p.m. May 20, with Vener speaking at 2:15 p.m. and the concert beginning at 3 p.m. in the Romanesque Room at Castle Green, 50 E. Green St., Pasadena. “Wine & Strings” runs from 6 to 10 p.m. June 9 at the Shakespeare Club, 171 S. Grand Ave., Pasadena. Tickets are $100. For reservations or more information about either event, call (626) 300-8200, or visit www.calphil.org.

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Left: Carol Chaikin, Robyn Javier and Cindy Shea. Above: Nedra Wheeler and Suzanne Morrisette. AQUETTA SHAMBLEE GREW UP PRACTICING TO become a professional jazz drummer, banging the skins for endless hours while dreaming of playing before appreciative audiences the world over. But when she went to study at Pacific Christian College in Fullerton, she had to major in business because the school didn’t have the programs she needed to excel in music. But she never stopped loving jazz, and eight years ago she was able to find fulfillment in founding the Instrumental Women Project (IWP), an organization that spotlights the vast contributions that women are making to a style of music that has traditionally been dominated by male performers. In addition to putting on an annual extravaganza on Sept. 28 at the Ford Amphitheatre in Hollywood, the group has also found a way to help numerous causes by performing benefits. “I’ve been told by the musicians who work with us that we’re the only jazz program of its kind in the country. Everyone who’s in our flagship production at the Ford makes their living at it, and for the last five out of seven years we’ve been picked as the LA Times Best Bet for jazz entertainment the weekend we had our show,” says Shamblee, who lives in Monrovia. “We have had anywhere

from eight to 29 women onstage, and the person who really is credited with the format we use — edutainment — is jazz vocalist Phyllis Battle.” It was Battle who introduced Shamblee to Vanessa Burch, a piano player who traveled with singer Natalie Cole’s band for a decade. Battle and Burch have become a formidable team, with Battle serving as the artistic director and Burch serving as music director of the IWP for the past three years. Other notable IWP performers include Vi Redd, who, Shamblee proudly notes, is the inspiration for the IWP’s mission of ensuring women get their due; Redd “was considered the female Charlie Parker” and played for greats such as Count Basie, Max Roach and Dizzy Gillespie. Another standout is James Janisse, who is easily noticed as the only male onstage. “He’s our gentleman of jazz, and he’s been the emcee for every show. He was with 88.1 FM for 14 years and is great at promoting us,” says Shamblee, who notes that another major media sponsor is the local ABC station, Channel 7. This year’s IWP features Carol Chaikin as the

new musical director, a choice that has served the group well, thanks to Chaikin’s talents with the saxophone and other woodwind instruments. The experience has been fulfilling, as she sees the ensemble educating young women about the role of women in jazz, which in turn motivates them to play music and learn as much and as early as possible. Indeed, Chaikin has her own rich history in the musical trenches, having immersed herself in New York City’s jazz scene for 17 years after completing studies at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston. She was a regular member of Astrud Gilberto’s band and traveled the world with that prestigious ensemble, but opted to return to the Los Angeles area to spend more time with her family and reconnect with her roots. “I’ve been involved with them for six years, almost from the beginning. ... LaQuetta is a great networker, and she’s determined to show the world the talent that women have,” says Chaikin, a Los Angeles native. “She knows —Continued on page 20 ARROYO ~ MAY 2007 ~ 19

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that perhaps people weren’t aware of women’s history of being strong instrumentalists. I’m very aware that there’ve been many amazing instrumentalists, but the general public hasn’t been aware.” Meanwhile, Shamblee maintains her usual role of picking the Ford show theme and supervising the budget, production and promotion of the organization. That can be a heavy-duty undertaking, as evidenced by the ensemble’s 2005 “Jazz on a String” production, in which an 18-piece string orchestra, five-piece rhythm section and special guests all teamed up for a night of musical magic. The Los Angeles Times took note of that show, which led to an invitation to perform at the world-renowned Playboy Jazz Festival in 2006. That gig provided the IWP its greatest opportunity yet to fulfill its mission of providing exposure and visibility to its members, who spend most of their careers as side players in jazz bands. “This project by design is multiethnic and 20 ~ MAY 2007 ~ ARROYO

multigenerational, so what we do most years is feature youth artists in the show, so they have an opportunity for a professional gig and they understand there are opportunities to do what they love to do,” says Shamblee. “When we had the ‘Jazz on a String’ concert in 2005, we had the Pasadena Young Musicians Orchestra recruit eight girls and our music director rehearsed with them [for] four sessions, and they were paid for the gig. Different supporters donated $100 each for the girls, and then the IWP paid for harpist Lori Andrew — whose band was hired to perform at Oprah Winfrey’s 50th birthday party — to be the featured guest the following May for [the PYMO].” It’s that concern for younger generations that has motivated Shamblee’s greatest charitable efforts, as she gears the IWP’s fund-raising work toward groups like a Los Angeles social-service agency that offers AIDS and HIV services for women and children. Other causes that the IWP has supported include after-school programs and groups working to end violence against women. Yet financial constraints can hinder the IWP’s ability to perform for as many groups as it would like, so Shamblee scaled back the number of

events this year in order to map out a better strategic plan. She is hoping to delve into “causerelated marketing,” in which corporations and charitable organizations both benefit in addition to the artists who draw donors into fund-raisers. “A great example of cause-related marketing is the TV show ‘Extreme Home Makeover,’ where you have a nonprofit cause connected to a corporate marketing strategy and the nonprofit gets the funds it needs, while corporations donate money and get valuable publicity,” explains Shamblee. “Part of the corporate donation covers the costs of the artists performing for the cause, so everyone wins — especially women artists in a group like ours.” AM To learn more about the IWP and how to help in its efforts at cause-related marketing, write LaQuetta Shamblee at independentwoman@yahoo.com, or visit www.instrumentalwomen.com. CARL KOZLOWSKI writes regularly for Pasadena Weekly, the national business magazine Motto and the Web magazine www.arrivistepress.com. He also has had articles published in the Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune and The Progressive.

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To spank or not to spank Science versus common sense about punishment BY HANK SCHLINGER, Ph.D. BY NOW MOST EVERYONE IS AWARE THAT Assemblywoman Sally Lieber (D-Mountain View) introduced and then withdrew a bill in the California State Legislature that would have criminalized the spanking of children by parents. Needless to say, even the mention of the state outlawing such behavior drew heated responses — not only from parents but also from the Los Angeles Times, which, although agreeing that nonabusive spanking is “an outmoded method of discipline,” wrote that passing a law prohibiting it “is none of the state’s business.” Perhaps more telling were some of the emails from parents Lieber received. A particularly chilling one read: “The day that the [government] gives birth to my children, then they have a right to raise them. ’Til then they are mine to do with as I please. I will raise them the way I see fit. If I think that those little butts need a swat …, I will be the one to give it to them.” The sentiment of this parent, unfortunately, probably reflects that of most parents, which is kind of like the answer some people have when told that they should eat healthier or exercise more: “It’s my body, and I’ll do with it as I please.” Whether or not parents should spank children is a moral question, not a scientific one; scientists are no more qualified to answer it than anyone else. What behavioral scientists can do is inform parents about what punishment is and what its unintended consequences might be so they can make more educated decisions. The commonsense view is that punishment involves inflicting a penalty or sanction on a person for an offense. When used with children, punishment is intended to teach right from wrong. Scientifically, however, punishment is simply an immediate consequence of behavior that decreases the likelihood that it will recur. Suppose every time a child hits a sibling, the parent spanks the child. Most people would say that the parent has punished the child. But what if the child doesn’t stop hitting her sibling? Or what if the child hits the sibling even more? Would we still say that the parent has punished the child? Obviously the spanking has not stopped the behavior of hitting. Ironically, in many examples like this, the spanking may actually reward the 22 ~ MAY 2007 ~ ARROYO

child’s hitting. “But,” you say, “a spanking is not a reward; it’s punishment.” And there’s the rub. Spanking is punishment only if it decreases the behavior the next time there is an opportunity for it to occur. You can see how spanking might become rewarding. Suppose a child gets very little attention for positive behaviors, but when she hits her sibling the parents immediately spank her. In these instances, it’s not uncommon for a child to learn to engage in the undesirable behavior as a way to get the parents’ attention. She doesn’t do this consciously. In fact, the parents may have unknowingly taught their child to hit her sibling by giving her attention when she does. If her behavior continues, by definition the parents are not punishing her. And that brings up another clarification: We do not punish children; we punish behavior. If our goal is to decrease a behavior, and we apply some consequence of that behavior to achieve our goal, we have punished the behavior, not the child. Punishing the child connotes retribution or revenge — neither of which is a part of punishment. Before you decide whether to spank your chil-

dren, consider that decades of research have shown that physical punishment such as spanking is more effective when it is immediate, severe and consistent. In thinking about it, then, you ought to ask yourself whether your child does anything serious enough to warrant such action on your part, not to mention whether it is possible for you to catch the behavior every time it occurs. The frequent use of physical punishment has other possible side effects such as making the child want to escape or avoid you, or even making her fear you. Is this really how you want your children to feel about you? And parents who frequently spank are modeling hitting as an acceptable way to deal with behavior they don’t like. The decision to use spanking should be tempered even more by the fact that there are scientifically documented alternatives that avoid most of the moral and practical pitfalls associated with it. Given this information, parents ought to consider whether ’tis nobler to spank or not to spank. AM Dr. Schlinger, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), is a faculty member in the psychology department at California State University, Los Angeles. Contact him at hschlin@calstatela.edu.

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Name: Margaret Danielak Home: Pasadena Since: 1997 Occupation: Artist representative, lecturer, author of “A Gallery Without Walls” (ArtNetwork Press) and owner of DanielakArt — A Gallery Without Walls Since: 2000 Childhood home: Berkeley, California First job: At 19, I was hired to be a part-time assistant to the geologists working at Natomas Petroleum Corporation in San Francisco (an oil and gas company that was later bought out by Diamond Shamrock during the corporate takeover craze of the 1980s). I worked my way through U.C. Berkeley; they helped me pay my way. My family: I have a creative family. My father was illustrator and landscape painter Robert G. Stevens (1926 – 2004) and my mother, Wilkie, is currently working on a book about his art. (I started my business, DanielakArt, to sell my father’s artwork.) My sister is author Laura Peters (“Pilgrim Girl”), and my brother is Dr. Richard G. Stevens, an epidemiologist who is also a published author, cancer researcher and lecturer. My brother-in-law, Doug, is an award-winning winemaker in the Napa Valley, and my husband Paul, who is finishing his MBA, is a published author in the telecommunications field. Favorite movie: Peter Chelsom’s “Hear My Song” Desert-island album: “Gaucho” by Steely Dan What I’m reading now: “Skin Tight” by Carl Hiaasen Proudest accomplishment: Graduating from U.C. Berkeley. I was the first woman in the history of my family to graduate from college. Community involvement: For several years, I was a member of the Junior League of Pasadena and, in addition to other volunteering, worked on art projects for disadvantaged youth. Favorite cause: Finding appropriate alternative venues for artists to sell their art so they can become truly independent. Favorite destination in the San Gabriel Valley: The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino What I love: Spending time with my husband, selling art, writing, reading and gardening AM 24 ~ MAY 2007 ~ ARROYO

8) This quaint European bakery is like the ones you’d find strolling down the streets of Paris, Brussels or Stockholm! And you’re in luck because Berolina’s is right in your backyard in Glendale! With various brioche, pastries, muffins, scones and croissants, this is the place to go for one delicious breakfast! And Berolina also offers mouthwatering lunch options like sandwiches, paninis, soup of the day and salads, as well as delectable European-style cakes and other desserts. Berolina features a daily list of handcrafted artisan bread made with the finest ingredients, such as sun-dried tomatos and kalamata olives. The bakery also creates specialty items like a hand-baked, all-butter stollen. Call today to reserve your space for the Family Baking Bonanza — Celebrating Mothers Day, starring Lisa Elaina from “Kidding Around The Kitchen” held May 6. This class is for parents and children and it always fills up so get in early. For information and pricing call: (323) 371-9269 Lisa Fontanesi. Berolina Bakery is open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.

pring is here and our Montrose retailers have new shipments of spring merchandise arriving daily for all of your fashion needs. The town is buzzing with all the new stores opening and the locals’ favorite restaurants that you will keep coming back time and time again. On Sundays, visit the Montrose Harvest Market, which features 45 food and produce booths that offer a variety of antiques, toys and arts and crafts. Montrose has everything that you are looking for so come up and see us!

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2) Merle Norman-- Are you planning a quick weekend getaway or a long much-needed vacation? Merle Norman can help you get your skin care and cosmetics organized so you can be on your way in no time. It's also a great time to make sure your colors are right for you. Plus during the month of May our "Free Gift with Purchase” includes great travel sizes of your favorite summer products. Kim Kelly and Kris Kline in Montrose and Olga West in Monrovia have all your beauty needs covered; it’s like having a personal makeup artist, skin consultant and beauty magazine editor all under one roof! Sharing infor-

mation on the latest skin care and the newest trends in makeup, you will not find a more beautiful, fun place to relax. You should never be too busy to be beautiful, and now Kim, Kris and Olga make it convenient and affordable. Merle Norman, 2341 Honolulu Ave., Montrose. Call (818) 249-1743. Merle Norman, 407 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia. Call (626) 357-2299. 6) Tender Treasures – Montrose-based Tender Treasures offers a large selection of clothing, accessories and toys. But they are best known for selling environmentally

friendly Flax Designs clothing. Linen is made from the flax plant and is a very absorbent and cool fabric to wear in any climate. Tender Treasures is now stocked with 2007 Flax Designs clothing, including Flax Neutral, Flax Spring, Flax Thinking Tropics and Flax Bold. Just in time for the warmer weather is the summer shift bold solid ($72.50) from their Flax Bold 2007 collection. It is shown in black pepper, and also comes in blue Hawaii and geranium handkerchief. Tender Treasures, 2280 Honolulu Ave., Montrose. Call (877) 552-7901, or visit www.tendertreasures.com.

Berolina, 3421 Ocean View Blvd., Glendale Call (818) 249-6506, or visit www.berolina.com

7) Perfect gifts for Mother’s Day fill this ultra cool gourmet retreat! And we are so excited that the wine bar is finally open so stop in and gaze at the endless selection of wines, olive oils, cheeses and gourmet sandwiches. A local favorite, Goudas is the source for all of your gourmet treats and wines from around the world. This hotspot is buzzing and I can't get enough. Stop in and try that fabulous wine that you've been hearing about or order a beautiful and super tasty gift basket. They have amazing gelato and a cheese for every palette. They are known for their excellent customer service, so stop in and say hi, ask questions, sit back and enjoy this hip spot.

Goudas and Vines, 2256 Honolulu Ave., Montrose Call (818) 249-9950

5) Trust me when I say once you shop at KimmelMeehan, you won’t go back to department stores! The men in your life can sport all the hottest labels from an amazing selection of casual and corporate styles. Reyn Spooner’s hot line of shirts keeps the regulars coming back and Bryan’s selection is the biggest. Easygoing pieces from Tommy Bahama and Tori Richards are the musthaves for serious fashion fans. There’s Ryan Michael’s hip Western styles and sleek striped shirts from Tailor Byrd that are sure to make a fashionable impression at any occasion. Kimmel-Meehan offers one-of-a-kind personal service, and gets to know each client by name and style preference. So spruce up your man’s wardrobe by hitting the hottest men’s fashion mecca in town! Spring arrivals are coming in almost daily, just in time for the vacationing season.

Kimmel-Meehan, 2227 Honolulu Ave., Montrose Call (818) 249-5085

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3) Chateau- Eyelash Extensions! "The next best thing in Beauty." ABC News has come to our town. Chateau Salon offers this incredible service which allows you to have beautiful long lashes in 90 min. Each lash is individually attached to your existing eyelash, giving it the most natural look. It’s great to do before a trip or a special event; you can swim and not worry about mascara dripping or false lashes falling. Schedule a complementary consultation and discover the the best thing you've been missing out on.

Chateau Salon, 3815 Ocean View Blvd. Montrose Call (818) 957-8127

4) Gourmet a go go has just introduced its Spa cuisine. Feel like you are eating at one of the finest spas with delicious proportioned meals either at home or at the shop. Spa cuisine is made from thefreshest ingredients, whole grains, low fat and low salt but leave you truly satisfied. Spa Cuisine is available as a plan or purchased from the shop. This is just an addition to the already full shop of ready to eat foods for eat in or take out. Gourmet a go go is still busy with catering for all events from preparing all your food for your camping trips to full service events for all your special events. Why cook when you can Gourmet a go go? Open Monday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

2263 Honolulu Ave., Montrose Call (818) 248-2100, or visit www.gourmetagogoonline.com

1) An Occasion to Celebrate — Teresa Woolsen creates memorable stationery, announcements and invitations with exquisite handmade fabrics and materials. She and her staff whip up unforgettable cards to announce the arrival of a new baby, an upcoming wedding, shower or a fabulous charity event. Best of all, they make their creations within your budget! The selection is huge and well worth the trip! Brides put Teresa on the top of their list and rely on Teresa to make their big day perfectly presented. An Occasion to Celebrate also offers a wonderful selection of invitation lines from around the country. Event planners have come to depend on An Occasion to Celebrate for faster, easier and more cost-effective services, and now you can too!

An Occasion To Celebrate, 2409 Honolulu Ave. Ste. 4, Montrose Call (818) 248-9991, or visit www.invitations.la

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Dahn Yoga & Tai Chi — Over 80 percent of diseases are caused by stress. Dahn Yoga (Dahn means “energy”) provides programs simple and powerful, designed to work every muscle, tendon, joint, organ and gland, moving oxygenated blood throughout the body, promoting alleviation of stress and peace of mind. Dahn Yoga is the perfect activity for anyone, at any age, looking to improve the quality of one’s life within a supportive atmosphere of individualized attention. 260 E. Colorado Blvd. (Paseo Colorado) #219 Call 626. 844-0433 or visit www.dahnyoga.com. Couture Baskets specializes in unique baskets filled with luscious fruits and

farm-fresh vegetables. The elegant arrangements are designed in a variety of keepsake containers, from woven hat boxes to delicate wooden bird cages. They are perfect for Mother's Day, holidays, housewarmings, client appreciation or as a centerpiece to spice up your dinner table. Experienced designers will craft a distinctive look for you or you may choose from our creative collections. Please visit www.couturebaskets.com or call 626 696-5325. Carmody & Co. — Looking for one of those wonderful, old-fashioned stationery stores that you might find in London? Here, in the heart of Old Pasadena you’ll find it, at Carmody & Co. Owner, Terry Clougherty, has gathered a fantasy of cards, “every imaginable” invitation, custom stationery and gifts, in her beautiful, corner shop. Terry even has custom printing and albums you can order directly from Crane, Sweet Pea and William Arthur to name a few.

Friendly, helpful service, great product selection and good prices; why go anywhere else? Open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., 121 E. Union Street, Old Pasadena. Call (626) 795-2924. Wynn’s — With its sophisticated approach to dressing, this must-visit boutique has it all! Offering the ultimate refined selection, this boutique is filled with the latest in classic designer lines from Europe that will add style to your collection, while offering the most up-to-date styles. For the finer approach to cutting-edge fashion, Wynn’s brings us Longchamp handbags and the cutest new line of luggage to the ever popular Yansi Fugel interchangeable pieces. Customers rely on the dedication of the staff and are surprised when they reference pieces purchased seasons ago! Luxury, loyalty and an overall stunning collection—what more could you ask for? Wynn’s, 637 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada. Call (818) 790-6033.

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G. H. Wilke & Co. was founded in Arlington Heights, Ill., in 1929, during the Great Depression. Depending on chickens and produce as payment from the local farm community, the store thrived and grew. Through successive generations, the store has remained steadfast in its commitment to quality and honesty. Dario Pirozko’s finesse at the goldsmith bench has won him many fans. Tracy Wilke maintains the family connection and assists with selections. G.H. Wilke has been in San Gabriel since 1946 and welcomes any questions you may have concerning their favorite topic: jewelry. 612 W. Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel. Call (626) 2849444.

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John Moran Auctioneers — Expertly serving clients since 1969, John Moran Auctioneers is a full-service auction house offering quality objects and complete personalized dedication. Monthly estate and fine furniture auctions are where collectors, dealers, decorators and others gather to buy the finest antiques, silver, American Indian, oil and watercolor paintings, jewelry, unusual accessories and much more! They also hold an auction (three times per year) for exceptional California and American paintings. Consignment and the purchasing of estates. 735 W. Woodbury Road, Altadena. Call (626) 793-1833, or visit www.johnmoran.com. Lany’s Antiques & Fine Jewelry — The expression for Lany’s? “I dare you to go there just once!” This is the epitome of the addictive jewelry store. Lany acquires her jewelry and antiques from a variety of fascinating sources and sells at wholesale prices. There are a multitude of unusual pieces of every imaginable

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what’shotnow! Happy Mother's Day to all the HOT MOMS! Celebrating Moms this month — that's what's hot! Mother's Day is the perfect excuse to stop in our favorite places and pick up the perfect gift from some of the hottest boutiques or grab a box of the world famous cupcakes. Join me in celebrating all the Moms this month. — Charlie Diana Corrado — As a little girl, I used to cut my Barbie's hair and eventually progressed into cutting my sister’s hair. I loved playing with hair; I knew this was going to be my passion. At 19 years old, I went to beauty school and I loved it. After graduating, I worked at a salon in Pasadena as an assistant and I was formally trained on my color and haircutting techniques. I later moved to Eclipse Salon where I have had the opportunity to continue my education in color — haircutting and have the freedom to personalize looks for all my clients and that is the best part of my job. I look forward in personalizing your new look.

What better place to get a perfect Mother’s Day gift than her favorite storeSimply Fresh! There is something for every kind of mom like super lux body products from Kai or Lolia for bathing beauty mom, Simply Chic aprons & ruffled rubber gloves for best chef mom, gorgeous jeweled frames and compacts for elegant mom, hot jewelry for a fashionista mom, cute PJs and 3Dot tees for comfy cozy mom. Make your well deserved mom happy with the fabulous gifts from Simply Fresh.

Simply Fresh, 2628 Mission St., San Marino (626) 441-7250

There is a reason why PW readers voted this bakery No. 1 in Pasadena. I personally know people who drive from the San Fernando Valley to grab a couple of her world famous cupcakes and beautiful custom cakes for every occasion! All of a sudden every occasion became perfect for cupcakes — office birthdays, hostess gifts, weddings, showers. We crave them in our sleep! Denise Weber and her entire family can be seen making the treats in this open, super-tidy kitchen. Denise describes the cupcakes as “a little bite of heaven.” Choose from 40 different types of customized cakes and fillings.

Violet’s Cakes, 21 E. Holly St., Pasadena (626) 395-9821

Bellini has moved to a new location in the Mission West District of South Pasadena, one block east of the Golf Line station at 1020 Mission St. (previously the Chou Nard Gallery). Let Bellini Create your Dream nursery with a large selection of JPMA certified cribs, highquality furniture, custom bedding, unique clothing, gifts and accessories. Discover the craftsmanship, safety and style that make a Bellini bedroom an instant classic. Our one of a kind products, exceptional service and lifetime values have become the hallmarks of the Bellini Brand. Visit our brand new South Pasadena store.

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Carson-Magness Landscaping — From the overall exterior vision to the implementation and construction, this magnificent team makes a name for itself with its handcrafted, hands-on detailed approach. Complete exterior design services include horticulture to structures, such as pergolas, loggias, outdoor kitchens, pool house, bar and bath and even outdoor furnishings! In the spirit of being commissioned to create a piece of artwork, Melissa Carson, Barry Magness and their team bring their rich and varied backgrounds in painting, sculpture, water design and lighting to each one-of-akind project. Barry specializes in the lusty organic with walkways, walls and original water features of metal, glass, wood and fire. The clean, understated elegance of Melissa’s artistic studies reflect her brilliantly placed foliage, flowers and trees for the deepest and most subtle impact. Together they create

the most extraordinary masterpieces of mystery and romance. Barry Magness and Melissa Carson were selected as designer advisers at the 2006 Pasadena Showcase House of the Arts. Call (818) 241-2128, or visit www.carson-magness.com. David Reaume Construction and Design — With a sterling background, in both lineage (his mother is an interior designer, his father, a financial planner), and his own extensive experience in real estate, David Reaume is uniquely qualified to turn a vision into your dream reality. His extraordinary highend, high quality work has been featured in such illustrious venues as the Pasadena Kitchen & Bath Tours, the Junior Philharmonic Holiday Walk-Ins and many years in the prestigious Pasadena Showcase Houses. Reaume

Construction is presently specializing in new home building, large remodels and specialty kitchens and baths. Call (626) 795-7810 or visit www.reaumeconstruction.com Carousel Floors — This family-owned, 36year-old company provides a superb selection along with remarkable service. For hardwood, select from all the top names, including Appalachian Hardwood Floors, pre-finished or finished by expert craftsman. For linoleum, Marmoleum is a natural, eco-friendly, stylish flooring with multiple patterns. Carousel is a Mohawk Color Center, carrying Fa b r i c a , K a r a s t a n , Ma s l a n d a n d Schumacher to name a few. Free consultations; designers welcome. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat.; or by appointment. 676 E.

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Green St., Pasadena. Call (626) 795-8085. Emerald Landscape — “Everything we do begins with a client’s vision, and ends with their peace of mind.” For more than 20 years, with this all encompassing, yet simple, philosophy, Emerald Landscape has created, built and maintained environments their clients have fallen in love with. Owner Patrick Gelwicks is superbly proficient in design, exterior construction, softscape and maintenance, having provided services to hundreds of residential and commercial properties. Whether it’s for your home or business, now’s the time to make those landscaping dreams a reality. Call (626) 7949532, or visit www.emeraldls.com

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We provide everything from the ground up and adhere to one simple rule: create, build and maintain an environment our clients will fall in love with. Design, exterior construction, softscape, and maintenance are beginning to end services we have provided hundreds of residential and commercial properties during our 20 years in business. Everything we do begins with a client’s vision. And for more than fifteen years, it has ended with their peace of mind. For a free consultation call us or visit our website for more information.

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exhilarating experience at Sofa Interiors. You can choose from a wide variety of frame styles, designer fabrics, leathers, drapery and bedding. Here is customcrafted furniture of exceptional quality at unbeatable prices with your complete satisfaction guaranteed. The potential is limitless! Before you buy a sofa or have one reupholstered, stop by one of the Sofa Interiors showrooms first. Whatever your taste, Sofa Interiors can help you achieve your dreams. Experience the difference! There are a number of locations in the Southland, including Studio City, Valencia and Pasadena (see ad for exact locations). Call for a free consultation with this ad. Courtesy to the trade. For more information, visit www.sofainteriors.com. Bridge Design Studio — Owner and sen-

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ior designer Diane Bennett Bedford brings her extensive knowledge of the design industry to all her projects from commercial to high-end residential. Having traveled and studied in Europe and Asia, Diane is familiar with antiques, Persian rugs and various styles of furniture from traditional to very contemporary. With great attention to detail, she prides herself on versatility, being able to create unique and individual environments. She’s equally at ease designing whimsical children’s rooms and the most sophisticated, serene settings. Her design philosophy is “every home should reflect the tastes of the owner.” 500 Mound Ave., Pasadena. Call (626) 799-9019. Day of Design With Terri Julio — “My mission is to offer more people an opportunity to consult with a professional

designer and afford them a service that fits into their budget.” Those words capture Terri Julio’s practical and thoughtful approach to her profession. A full day of design consultation (six hours for one flat fee) is a great way to begin any project. The job will run smoothly, and, most importantly, Terri will help you avoid costly mistakes. Terri’s philosophy also extends to “putting the client’s wants first.” She simply guides those desires to a beautiful conclusion. Call (626) 4475370. Fedde Furniture — Fedde Furniture has been selling quality home furnishings at exceptional values for more than three generations in Pasadena. Since 1937, Fedde’s has featured some of the best names in classic traditional, transitional and Arts & Crafts style furniture and cus-

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good taste — interpreted with your lifestyle in mind. Whether the project encompasses an entire property or one room, the designers seek out inspiring and varied design concepts. Clients also enjoy beautiful custom designed furniture, bedding and window treatments, as well as an offering of furniture from Europe, the United States and around the world. For your home remodel, office interior, vacation property or refurbishing, call Lee Mink & Associates at (626) 796-3900. Suzy’s Design Furniture — Whether you’re style is traditional or modern, Suzy’s 25,000-square-foot showroom is filled to the brim with thousands of stylish pieces. Their fabulous furniture store can create one-of-a-kind upholstered sofas or a sofa

designed to your specifications, any size any style, including a sleeper bed! Custom-stained pieces in a matter of 10 days and furniture from around the world make this the first stop on your redecorating list. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun. 4111 San Fernando Road, Glendale. Call (818) 956-9060, or visit www.suzysdesign.com. RSolutions is a professional organizing service for making your life easier! Being organized is critical in our fast-paced world. RSolutions is ideal if your areas of concern are lack of closet space, a home office that needs efficiency or a garage so cluttered that it has never seen a car! By applying strategies and systems that find a logical “home” for everything, you’ll be able to accomplish more, save time and enjoy life! Call Randy Sandiforth at (626) 403-

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9052, or e-mail rsandi4th@aol.com. Member: National Association of Professional Organizers Carol Cobabe Design — With a philosophy of “good design resulting in the creation of harmony in one’s environment,” Carol’s goal is to enrich, inspire and instill feelings of comfort. With an extensive career since 1988, her disciplined usage of the basic elements of space, color, texture, light and nature succeeds in reflecting the unique style and purpose of each client. Carol’s work has been published in Designers West, Better Homes and Gardens, Window and Wall Ideas and F. Schumacher’s Classic Directions. She has participated in several showcase houses, the Los Angeles Assistance League Design House, the Venice Family Clinic Design House and Little Company of Mary

Design House in Palos Verdes. Carol is also the winner of the coveted First Place Award of the L.A. Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers. Call (626) 441-6052. C & K Landscape Design is a full service, custom design/build landscape and maintenance company, providing high-end services since 1997. Their specialty is ecofriendly, magnificent outdoor living spaces strongly connected with the unique design of your home. They integrate drought tolerant, California Native plants and well planned, water-conserving irrigation systems, ensuring the success of your new outdoor space. C & K’s coveted projects, awards and grants have been two gardens on this year’s California Natïve Garden Tour, grants for sustainable land—Continued on page 42 scape projects,

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DESIGN

SUZY’S design furniture

High Quality Furniture at Affordable Prices

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association with Metropolitan Water Districts “California Friendly” landscaping and being featured in Sunset Magazine. C & K runs your project from the beginning design, construction and maintenance to preserve and bolster it’s development. Call (818) 353-7030, or visit www.candklandscapedesign.com.

Southern California lifestyle of light, open spaces, accessible patios and garden areas and kitchen great rooms. With an emphasis on kitchen, bath, room additions and space planning, this 25year-old design firm is one of the most sought after in the San Gabriel Valley. 501 S. Fair Oaks Ave., South Pasadena. Call (626) 799-9701.

Cynthia Bennett & Associates — This celebrated designer and general contractor, along with her staff of 11 designers, architects and project managers, brings both innovation and practicality to all your building, remodeling, restoration and renovation projects. They can take any project from concept, plans, construction and completion through interior design. The design and build focus of Cynthia Bennett’s team is the

Gerald Sowell Interior Design — The goal of Gerald Sowell Interior Design is to develop a design that suits each individual client in a very personal way. In consideration of that goal, there is a watchword at GSID and it’s communication. Beginning with the extensive client interview, Gerald Sowell Interior Design determines the scope of the project, arranges contractor meetings, coordinates the delivery

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of materials, furnishings and accessories and sees to all the finishing touches, even to the hanging of your artwork. Gerald Sowell Interior Design is there for the client with the skill of planning, design, function and artistic value. With his Project Manager/Designer Emory Story, Gerald Sowell Interior Design is a vital force in establishing a sense of security and comfort in the home. Call (310) 880-3042, or visit www.designsbygerald.com. Expression in Wood — Since 1977, this exceptional manufacturing company has specialized in magnificent traditional cabinetry, priding itself on customer service, attention to detail and quality that exceeds the expectations of its clients. Kitchen cabinetry is

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World Caravan — Enter this magnificent store and discover another world. World Caravan offers eclectic furniture and accessories from every corner of the globe. The choices are endless! Handknotted rugs and unique accent pieces are arranged in artful vignettes that make it easier to visualize. Reasonable prices. 170 S. Lake Ave. Call (626) 5781137. Pacific Pavingstone — For more than nine years, Pacific Pavingstone has been adding beauty and value to its customers’ homes with the use of paving stones. Its commitment to customer satisfaction is evident in more than 1,000 customer referrals. This family-owned company’s professionalism and customer dedication have

been recognized in the Inc. 500 as one of the fastest-growing companies in America two years in a row. Pacific Pavingstone uses only highly trained and experienced crews — no subcontracting. What this means to customers is the absence of the ordinary nightmares that can occur when dealing with home improvement contractors. Pacific Pavingstone’s artistry has been featured on Home and Garden TV and at the House Beautiful’s Celebrity Showcase Design House and the Pasadena Showcase House of Design six years in a row! Call (818) 244-4000, or visit www.pacificpavingstone.com. Boston Brick — For the past 13 years, Boston Brick & Stone has grown to be the most reliable chimney inspection

and repair contractor in the greater Los Angeles area. Named "Best of LA 2005" by Los Angeles Magazine, Boston Brick & Stone specializes in chimney repair and chimney inspection and offers complete construction and restoration of chimneys and fireplaces, as well as the unique design and execution of impressive landscaping projects, driveways, block walls and custom stone, concrete and brick work. Boston Brick & Stone is a memb e r o f Pa s a d e n a C h a m b e r o f Commerce, the Pasadena-Foothills Association of Realtors, the Arcadia Association of Realtors, the Burbank Association of Realtors and the Southland Regional Association of Realtors. 2005 Lincoln Ave., Pasadena. Call (626) 296-7700, or visit www.bostonbrick.com.

Chelsea Construction — All the tradition and solid expertise of European craftsmen (each with a City and Guild of London certificate), come to life for the clients of Chelsea Construction. For the past 12 years, owner Mark Snashall, has brought his unique knowledge of fine carpentry, the “heart” of any project, as well as his astute design acumen, to the San Gabriel Valley. With this team’s background in the old and classic elements of Britain, of course, one of their specialties would be to restore old buildings. To quote just one of his many delighted clients, “He was always attentive and readily accessible. His crew was extremely hard working and conscientious….paying close attention to the detail of their work.” Need we say more? 4529 Angeles Crest Hwy., #103 La Canada. Call (818) 949-4595, or visit www.chelseaconstructioncorp.com

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Find beautiful gifts and help children at The Green House. BY JACQUELINE FOX THEY SAY MONEY CAN’T BUY HAPPINESS. Tell that to the thousands of children who benefit every time one of the volunteer employees who run The Green House in Pasadena slip another dollar inside their cash register. The Green House is a cozy, one-of-a-kind gift boutique located in the Arcade off Colorado Boulevard. Every penny of the store’s profits goes to the Green House Children’s Fund, which, since its creation in 1970, has donated roughly $1 million to Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, specifically the facility’s Endowment for Surgical Research for children in need of new and often life-saving surgical services. “The primary goal here is to run a viable business that can raise money for the children who are treated at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles and to carry the vision of the store’s original founders,” said Karen Reynolds. She is the fund’s past president and one of roughly 25 volunteers who either manage the store, shop for its wares or take care of the fund-raising side of the business. The original shop, also on Green Street, was located inside a turn-ofthe-century clapboard house. The store was launched by local resident Marge Cannell, who passed away in 2005 at 95, leaving a last gift to The Green House in her will. Cannell began with a plan to have friends and family members create handcrafted items, including basketry and knitted gifts, to raise money for the hospital. Cannell’s vision has been sustained by a team of dedicated volunteers ever since, and the little shop has evolved into a full-fledged retail operation, offering a vast selection of new, specialty and one-of-a-kind gift and decorative items ranging from a $4.50 beaded lipstick case to a $450 original painting. There are high-quality silver vases, tea trays, brass and gilded mirrors, Tiffany-inspired lamps, glass ware, jewelry, candles, ceramic pieces, handmade purses and pillows, knitted throws, windchimes, unusual greeting cards and even crisp, white hankies — perfect for a bride-to-be. All items sold in the store are new, and hand-selected by The Green House buyers. In addition to regular store hours, the shop hosts holiday open houses throughout the year and is becoming well-known for its annual Christmas gala, where the entire shop becomes a festive collection of decorations and gifts guaranteed to get everyone through their shopping list in a hurry. AM The Green House is located in the Arcade between Colorado Boulevard and Green Street at 696 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Hours are 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday. Call (626) 793-7730. JACQUELINE FOX is a native Angeleno and freelance journalist who lives in Highland Park. She writes for a number of publications and nonprofit organizations across the country, specializing in business issues, arts and entertainment. ARROYO ~ MAY 2007 ~ 49

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Home away from home The Women’s City Club of Pasadena provides a center for networking, celebrating and socializing in the historic Blinn House. BY JENINE BAINES DOROTHY WAS PROBABLY RIGHT: “THERE’S no place like home.” However, there is a place in Pasadena that, for increasing numbers of women, comes awfully close: the Women’s City Club. For starters, the WCC is housed in a home, the former residence of lumber magnate Edmund Blinn. Built in 1905 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Blinn House captivates visitors with its Prairie School–style lighting fixtures, leaded glass windows and glass tile fireplace. Yet it’s what takes place within the walls of the Blinn House — now owned by the WCC — that makes the place “a hub of immense value to women,” says General Manager Francine Kolcz. “We’ve made a point of adapting to the 21st century,” Kolcz explains. “Members can grow both personally and professionally.” To embark on this journey, there are two points of departure: a social membership or a business membership. Nonprofit (and, yes, coed) organizations can purchase memberships as well. The Zonta Club of Pasadena, Women’s Civic League, Professionals in Real Estate and The Pasadena Symphony Association are among 16 clubs accepting this offer. With these memberships comes an array of perks. In addition to being a place to hold a meeting, to network unobtrusively or to host a business lunch or gala event, the WCC boasts a strong philanthropic tradition. A scholarship fund was established in 2006, and members often spearhead club efforts to support local charities like Friends In Deed: The Crisis Center for Life-Threatening Illness. “As a busy professional, I appreciate the opportunities to give back to the community,” says Carol Fishburn, who serves on the board of directors and as membership chair. “But the pleasant surprise was the social interaction and activities the club offers.” Programs have ranged from a screening of the best-selling self-help video “The Secret” — members even created “visualization boards” afterwards — to a seminar on the benefits of belly laughter. Massages, facials and manicures are offered weekly, 50 ~ MAY 2007 ~ ARROYO

The Blinn House as well as alteration and car-detailing services. During the holidays, members can order pies, cakes and popovers. A word on the popovers: They’re to die for — as anyone who’s fallen off the Atkins wagon and devoured one will attest. That they’re enormous, too, only adds to their mystique. For Sherry Grossi, a board of directors member who acts as program chair, however, the club’s real mystique lies in its ambiance. “It’s a warm, friendly place to meet with friends on the way home from work,” Grossi says. Fellow member Marilyn Ziemann, a CPA, appreciates “the cultural interface” the WCC offers through the artwork on display in the house. Provided by the California Art Club, exhibits rotate semi-annually. “There’s a lot going on,” Kolcz adds. “And it’s all member-driven.” The diversity in offerings is rivaled only by the diversity in membership. “Now the daughters of our members are joining,” says a very pleased WCC President Laura Malis. In fact, women 30 to 45 years old are the club’s fastest-growing segment. These self-proclaimed “Women on the Rise” have initiated pro-

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grams ranging from professional development seminars to “Thirsty Thursdays,” meetings for cocktails after work at the club. At the other end of the spectrum are the “Productive Women of Leisure.” But the key word here is “productive.” “They’ve been active all their lives,” says Kolcz. “And now they share all that enthusiasm and involvement with the club.” This potent mixture of energy, commitment, respect for the past and faith in the future — topped with lots of plain old-fashioned fun — is what keeps Yvette-Janine Pardo, vice president of the board of directors, coming back. “I love being part of a legacy of women contributing to the community since 1945,” she says. “I only see this club getting bigger and better as time goes by.” AM The Women’s City Club is located at 160 N. Oakland Ave., Pasadena. For information on membership — perhaps in time to attend a Mother’s Day brunch or the next “Thirsty Thursday” — call (626) 796-0560, or email wccpas@sbcglobal.net. JENINE BAINES is a freelance writer and public relations consultant based in La Cañada Flintridge.

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BY JENINE BAINES ~ PHOTOS BY KENDALL ROCLORD HEN LIFELONG PASADENA RESIDENT LENA L. KENNEDY and her fellow members of Community Women of San Gabriel Valley suit up for battle, their weapons of choice are a willingness to listen, a passion to learn and a commitment to become a force for good. “As we educate ourselves, we share with others,” explains Kennedy, a political and nonprofit management consultant who served as district director for former Assemblywoman Carol Liu. “Our mission is to value women for the individual contributions they can make to the health, wealth and success of our community. No matter what your status is in life, you’re a woman and you can make a difference.” Community Women is a relative newcomer on the philanthropic block by Pasadena standards, where centennial celebrations for organizations seem to take place daily. It was founded a little more than 10 years ago, when Kennedy invited a small group of women to meet for lunch to discuss various issues in the community. One topic mentioned repeatedly was the upcoming presidential election: How could an individual citizen become involved? “I thought, ‘Wow, I don’t know,’ ” Kennedy remembers. “So I called the different parties and had a luncheon for about 40 women, where representatives from each party explained how we could make a difference.” Since then, the group has met four to five times yearly for educational workshops and training. Topics range from real

estate and financial management to literature and the arts (Kennedy recently joined the Pasadena Arts Council’s Board of Trustees) to health and beauty. In addition, Community Women hosts an annual luncheon featuring the first lady of California as guest speaker. The tradition began when Sharon Davis visited Community Women and wound up returning the following year. Plans are now in the works for Maria Shriver to visit. “We send out invitations to a mailing list of 1,500,” says Kennedy. “We make sure we hit every segment of the community and urge them to attend. We don’t charge any fees either.” Offering the event at no cost underscores the message that Community Women is continually trying to convey: Our government and its leaders are accessible to all of us, regardless of race, sex or economic status. Costs for other luncheons and seminars are kept as reasonable as possible, Kennedy adds, and no one is turned away if they can’t afford the price; a Community Women member will simply pick up the tab. Community Women’s generosity does not stop there. In June, the group will hold its annual Grant Awards Luncheon, presenting five to seven grants to causes including Elizabeth House and Women of Valor. But what will especially awe anyone who has spent countless hours producing a fund-raiser or a significant chunk of change attending one is this: Grant monies come entirely from the group’s $200 membership dues. “When we founded Community —Continued on page 54

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Women, we didn’t want something that would be cumbersome and impose on our lives,” Kennedy explains. “We were already involved in a whole host of volunteer organizations that took a good deal of our energy and time.” Therefore, the grant process couldn’t be easier. Members are asked to submit a one-line request in a letter: I’d like to give a grant to ________. Thus far, philanthropic karma has favored nominees, as requests have yet to outpace funding. There are other opportunities for giving too. Members often informally approach one another to contribute to their pet causes. For instance, someone may send out an email requesting dresses, jewelry and shoes for foster children attending a prom. “If you want to contribute, you can,” says Kennedy. “There’s no pressure.” The purpose, as always, is to keep things simple. In fact, for this reason Community Women is not organized officially as a nonprofit. There are no board meetings, no titles, no entrenched bureaucracy, no agendas — “no complications,” as Kennedy puts it — just women “pulling together to make a difference.” Nevertheless, the group is investigating taking its grant program to what Kennedy calls “another level.” Ideally, 100 women will agree to contribute $2,000 annually to establish a larger philanthropic fund, which the Pasadena Community Foundation would oversee. The goal is to award six $25,000 grants or three $50,000 grants yearly beginning in 2008. Kennedy herself may take a lesson from Community Women and increase her level of political involvement: She is considering running for the State Assembly, District 44 (Pasadena Altadena - Arcadia), where Liu served. “I always said that I would never run for office,” says Kennedy somewhat bemusedly. “But I really believe that, instead of putting your energy into complaining, you should put that energy into making a difference.” Not surprisingly, making a difference would include implementing a solution based on what she’s learned as founder of Community Women. “My goal is to educate all 400,000 citizens in the district,” she confesses. “We spend a lot of time with new legislation and not enough on educating the community about how our democracy is created and how each member can be part of the process. When other people make the decisions for you and then come on at the tail end and say, ‘We want you to be a part of this change,’ you 54 ~ MAY 2007 ~ ARROYO

don’t get the same result.” Kennedy has put her belief in empowering others to the test time and time again and has yet to see it fail. Born and raised in Pasadena, she started volunteering as a teen, working with children in day care and youth centers, and has committed her time over the years to numerous groups from the NAACP to the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center Scholarship Committee. Kennedy recounts how the American Cancer Society and City of Hope once contacted Carol Liu for help enticing women of color to attend a seminar on cancer awareness. Past efforts had attracted fewer than 50 women. Kennedy promised 200. More than 700 signed up for the event. “If you want to create a program where you make a difference in the lives of African-American and Latina women, include them in the process,” Kennedy insists. “I invited them to a meeting and said, ‘This is what we’re planning. And in order for us to produce the event, we need you to be part of the process and help us make decisions.’” This magic pill will also cure tougher societal ills, such as violence and drugs, Kennedy maintains. “If you say to the people who are imposing crime on the rest of us, ‘Come talk to me. You carry a gun. Do you think that’s the way to make our society better for you? Do you want your 5-year-old carrying a gun?’ then you’re on the right path.” Kennedy cites another example: When Liu’s office looked into a study claiming that AfricanAmerican parents don’t support their children’s

schools, Kennedy left the office, drove to several schools and stood outside each one to talk to parents. “I asked every single person who walked by, ‘Do you care about your child’s education?’” recalls Kennedy, a single mother of a daughter, 32, and a son, 14. “And they all said yes. So then I said, ‘If you really care, you need to come to this meeting. Your voice counts, but it can’t count if you’re not there.’” It’s such a simple concept, but Kennedy says she always marvels that people don’t get it. Of course, she willingly concedes that it does take time, money and dedication. “I really believe in people,” she says. “I know it can be done. “We all play a role. No matter how small a role, it’s a role, and that makes a difference,” she adds. “If everyone could understand that, if everyone felt like their voice [and] their time counted and was important, they would feel empowered and give more. Oh, what a world that would be.” AM Upcoming Community Women of San Gabriel Valley events include a grant awards luncheon in June, a lecture with artists in September, a healthy living and beauty workshop in November and Christmas tea in December. For more information, call (626) 793-4335, or visit www.communitywomensgv.org. JENINE BAINES is a freelance writer and public relations consultant based in La Cañada Flintridge.

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Steeped in style Jessica Pina updates the tearoom menu in Pasadena. BY STEVE COULTER ~ PHOTO BY MICHAEL GERMANA THE IDEA OF A FIVE-COURSE tea ceremony may seem a little extravagant in the Starbucks age, but that is by design. Stepping off Green Street in Pasadena and into the subdued elegance of the Scarlet Tea Room, guests are greeted with a calming aura that washes over the stately dining room. And although coffee and tea are inextricably linked in the modern American psyche, nowhere can the unique attributes of tea culture be better understood than here among the faithful. Best known for lighter meals of the scone-and-clotted-cream variety, many modern tearooms also offer slightly heavier fare that touches down somewhere between spa food and California cuisine. The Scarlet Tea Room is no exception, with a lunch menu Owner Karen Mikaelian with Executive Chef Jessica Pina that ranges from cheese platters ing from my Hispanic parents. It’s always just been and creamy homemade soups to adventurous a part of my life, but I got interested in culinary gourmet sandwiches and a variety of tempting salschool about four years ago. I took a tour of ads paired with salmon, chicken dumplings or [CSCA] in Pasadena one day, and I totally fell in steak. “We try to put our own twist on menu love with it, so I decided it was something I wanted items,” explains Jessica Pina, the tearoom’s 23to do. I haven’t looked back. year-old executive chef. Pina grew up in Eagle Rock and completed What made you decide to make the jump the Cordon Bleu program at Pasadena’s California from food design to more traditional cookSchool of Culinary Arts (CSCA) before venturing ing? After [food design], I just wanted something into the world of food design. After a year of cremore legitimate, where I was going to be cooking ating perfectly sculpted dishes for the camera, she and not just making things look pretty. I wanted began to yearn for a position that would allow her to work at a place where I could learn and be creto spend more time cooking. She made a connecative. When Karen called, we hit it off right away, tion with Scarlet Tea Room proprietor Karen and I have been with them ever since. Mikaelian and started as a prep cook two weeks before they opened. Two years later, Pina heads a Was it a difficult transition? Because it was a team of five cooks who have just added Saturday new restaurant and I was fresh out of culinary night dinners to their repertoire. school myself, it was something totally new to me — and the owners as well. So we have all been How did you get your start in the kitchen? learning. It wasn’t something we completely I pretty much just started cooking at home, learn56 ~ MAY 2007 ~ ARROYO

understood right away, so I think because of that we do everything our way — the “Scarlet way.” The way the kitchen is run, the way that we speak to each other, is totally different from what you might see at another restaurant. It’s more like a family than a bunch of co-workers stuck somewhere together. I think we put a lot more heart into our food. What’s the hardest part about creating a menu for a tea ceremony, as opposed to say, a Mexican restaurant? Sometimes I feel there are limitations because you can only go so far with the sandwich, but our particular tea ceremony is a fusion of many different elements. We might serve anything from a deviled egg to a piece of toast with cheese and fruit on top. Do you get to use your Hispanic roots in developing your menus and specials? Absolutely. And there are a —Continued on page 58

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lot of ingredients that also tie in with [Mikaelian’s] Armenian culture — a lot of spicy flavors, fresh herbs, certain methods of cooking. I also have a lot of friends from different cultures, and I like to eat with all of them. I have learned a lot from just hanging out and eating with friends. How’s the new dinner menu coming along? The dinner menu has been a total adventure because right now we only do it on Saturdays, so we are still learning. We have never done a dinner menu before, so the real challenge has been to perfect it and make it our own. We are using a lot of ingredients that we have never worked with, like duck breast and venison loin. We like to experiment with ingredients that we might not use every day. AM STEVE COULTER is director of operations for Culinary Staffing Services in Los Angeles, and a freelance caterer with more than 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. He is a regular dining columnist for Verdugo Monthly, a sister publication of Arroyo, and his restaurant reviews and features can be found in current editions of “Hungry? Los Angeles” and “Hungry? Family: Los Angeles” from Glove Box Guides.

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location! These well-known local venues provide the ideal backdrops to say ‘I do.’ FAIRY-TALE WEDDING What’s more ideal than exchanging your vows in a historic sevenstory Moorish Colonial and Spanish–style building surrounded by lush gardens? One of Pasadena’s most distinctive landmarks, the Castle Green opened in 1899 as a luxurious vacation retreat and Pasadena’s social hub. Location rental fees range from $2,500 to $5,450, depending on desired day and time of year, and include use of the lobby, main salon, Moorish Room, Turkish Room, sunroom, ballroom and gardens. An additional $1,000 damage deposit is also required. Castle Green, 99 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. For information about weddings and events, call (626) 793-0359, or visit www.castlegreen.com.

GARDEN OF LOVE The picturesque, internationally acclaimed Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden is a perfect, lush, 127-acre environment for celebrating your big day. Choose from the Bauer Lawn and surrounding fountains, the rose garden, the Queen Anne Cottage lawns, the waterfall and meadow brook or the Sunset Demonstration Garden. All ceremonies and receptions are scheduled to begin after Photo courtesy of the Los Angeles County 5 p.m. during daylight Arboretum & Botanic Garden savings months. Location rental fees ($500 to $2,500 depending on the number of invited guests) include facility use, staffing, nonrefundable reservation fee, rehearsal and tram service if needed. Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia. For more information, call the Arboretum Special Events Office wedding coordinator at (626) 821-3211, or visit www.arboretum.org.

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ART FOR ANIMALS May 19 — The Pasadena Animal League of the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA host “Artistic License,” a silent art auction to benefit animals in the Society’s shelter. The event takes place at the Pasadena home of Priscilla and Gary Hoecker. Smith Brothers Catering will provide the cuisine, and Craig’s Crew and Las Piedras Vineyard will provide wine and beverages. Animal Planet’s “The Planet’s Funniest Animals” host and “MADtv” regular Keegan-Michael Key will emcee the event from 4 to 7 p.m. For reservations, call (626) 792-7151, ext. 725, or visit www.pasadenaanimalleague.com.

A MOTHER’S DAY GLIMPSE OF THE PAST May 13 — The Monrovia Historic Preservation Group offers a Mother’s Day tour of six historic homes, offering glimpses of a variety of styles and periods from Craftsman to Spanish Revival and Victorian. Five of the six have never been opened to the public. You can drive to each home or take the Monrovia Trolleys, featuring onboard narrators. Tickets are $18 for adults and teens, $15 for seniors 65 and older, free for children 12 and under. Proceeds help support the group’s preservation and conservation efforts. Call (626) 358-7822, or visit www.mohpg.com.

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BENEFITING KIDS The residential and community treatment center Hillsides creates safe places for at-risk kids and their families. This month, Hillsides offers several events to further that mission. May 3 — The fifth annual Children Stand for Children Celebration Banquet salutes children and their mentors who’ve made a difference here and abroad. Honorees will receive awards for justice, imagination, compassion and leadership. The event takes place at 5 p.m. at Hillsides’ main campus, 940 Avenue 64, Pasadena. To learn more, visit www.hillsides.org. May 10 — Hillsides’ sports benefit, “Going to Bat for Hillsides,” takes place at 6 p.m. at the Cypres Family Sports Museum in downtown Los Angeles. The 30,000-square-foot museum boasts the largest private collection of sports memorabilia in the world. Individual tickets are $1,000; table sponsorships are $10,000. To learn more or to reserve tickets, call (323) 255-9005. May 31 — The organization’s annual Bartlett Cup features a tennis and bridge tournament at 9 a.m. at an Arcadia residence. Bunco games are also included in the day’s events, and lunch is served at noon. Proceeds help fund Hillsides children’s camping trips. For more information, call (323) 255-9005.

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LET’S HEAR IT FOR HOPE! May 5 — Door of Hope helps homeless families become functioning society members, without the benefit of government aid. Now you can help, as the organization’s auxiliary, Circle of Hope, hosts a fashion show and brunch called “Viva la Hope.”See the women’s designs of Margie’s Fashions and menswear from P.M. Jacoy at 11 a.m. at the Altadena Town and Country Club, 2290 Country Club Drive, Altadena. If you’d like to underwrite a portion of the event or receive an invitation, call Peggy Vaccaro at (626) 826-9050.

May 5 — After a 9 a.m. slide presentation, the organization will conduct a 90-minute walking tour of history-rich Old Pasadena. Tickets are $10. Reservations required. May 19 — Stroll through the garden-like grounds at the “Ambassador Campus: Then and Now” walking tour. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will include the history of early residences, a look at several interiors and a visit to the Ambassador Auditorium.Tickets are $20 for Pasadena Heritage members, $25 for nonmembers. Reservations are required. For tickets to either event, call (626) 441-6333 or visit www.pasadenaheritage.org.

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May 5 & 6 — If you’re serious about beautifying your garden, learn design ideas from the pros at the LA Garden Show. Southern California’s top designers will be on hand, as well as authors and garden experts. You can purchase unique plants, find garden accessories, view demonstrations, enjoy a wine tasting, sample great food and more all weekend. The LA Garden show runs from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Los Angeles County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia. Early admission for Arboretum members is 8 a.m. Call (626) 821-3243, or visit www.arboretum.org.

May 5 through 26 — Summer is fast approaching, and Pasadena’s embracing the season a little early with Cinema in the Park. The 1959 classic “Some Like It Hot,” starring Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon, kicks off the outdoor series, which begins at sunset (approximately 8 p.m.) at Memorial Park’s Levitt Pavilion, located at the corner of Raymond and Walnut. Arrive earlier to watch the Los Angeles Music Academy perform or other pre-event activities scheduled throughout the series. Other films showcased will be “Goldfinger” on May 12,“Casablanca” on May 19 and “Pee Wee’s Big Adventure” on May 26. For more information, visit www.oldpasadena.org.

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May 4 through June 10 — The Pasadena Playhouse presents its third play of the season, “The Constant Wife.” The 1926 comedy by W. Somerset Maugham tells the story of Constance Middleton, who learns of her husband’s affair with her best friend. The Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El

May is National Preservation Month, and 2007 is the 30th anniversary of local preservation group Pasadena Heritage. To celebrate the organization’s efforts to maintain local treasures and to salute this year’s theme of “Making Preservation Work,”Pasadena Heritage plans a pair of events.

May 6 — The Pasadena Conservatory of Music’s “Mansions & Music” series returns to the exquisite home where it all began. The private residence is a Mediterranean villa designed by Reginald Johnson in 1919, with fabulously landscaped terraced gardens cascading into the Arroyo.

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Performances by pianists Vatché Mankerian and Esther Yune feature Chopin’s “Ballades” starting at 4 p.m. Tickets are $60. Call (626) 683-3355, or visit www.pasadenaconservatory.org.

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May 11 — Caltech, UCLA and UC San Diego join together in hosting the California Clean Innovation 2007 conference on clean alternative energy at the Caltech campus.The day-long event aims to look at the latest clean energy research, study the challenges of producing it, offer information to entrepreneurs seeking opportunities in the field and provide networking connections for private and public sector professionals. Sessions include “Clean Power: Solar and Wind,”“Clean Transportation: Fuels, Engine and Storage,”“Global Clean Tech Perspectives” and “Private and Public Market Finance.” Keynote speakers are Khosla Ventures founder Vinod Khosla and Caltech’s George L. Argyros Professor of Chemistry Nate Lewis, who researches alternative-energy technologies. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends with a social mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Registration is $150 for the public, $35 for students. Caltech, 1200 E. California Blvd., Pasadena. Call (626) 3952809, or visit www.cleaninnovation.caltech.edu.

May 12 & 13 — Treat your mom to an elegant brunch catered by Patina at the Rose Pavilion. Brunches are scheduled every half-hour from 9:30 a.m.to 1:30 p.m.at Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge. For reservations, call (818) 790-3663, or visit www.descansogardens.org.

RHYTHM AND PASSION IN DANCE May 12 & 13 — The Otero Dance Company presents an eyecatching exploration of three classic Latin dances in two performances at the Alex Theatre. “Rhythm and Passion” looks at the roots of tango,salsa and gaucho,from their Latin American origins to today’s interpretations. Local professionals as well as international stars perform in two acts, starting with the golden age of salsa in Caribbean nightclubs and concluding with the modern simplicity and lighting effects of contemporary

MUSIC FOR MOTHER’S DAY May 13 — Pasadena Young Musicians Orchestra presents a treat for Mom as it joins with the Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Orchestra in a performance of Ottorino Respighi’s “The Pines of Rome” and Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 1 featuring pianist Jonathan Lee. Pasadena Young Musicians Orchestra members come from 32 high schools around Southern California. (High school and junior college students interested in auditioning for the Pasadena Young Musicians Orchestra can do so at Pasadena City College on May 19 and 20.) The performance takes place at 4 p.m. at Pasadena City College’s Sexson Auditorium, 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Call (626) 403-1086, or visit www.pymo.org.

FUNNY LADY May 13 — San Gabriel Valley resident Debi Gutierrez, known as the “Mommy Comic,” will headline a special Mother’s Day show. The former kindergarten and high school teacher turned to stand-up, dishing on “the mom thing”and proving that laughter is truly the best medicine. Gutierrez will take the stage at 7 p.m. at the Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N.

Mentor Ave., Pasadena. For reservations, call (626) 577-1894, or visit www.icehousecomedy.com.

ART, ARCHITECTURE AND HISTORY May 20 — Museums of the Arroyo (MOTA) Day features a tour of six museums near the Arroyo Seco in Pasadena and Los Angeles. Free shuttles provide transportation to the Gamble House, Heritage Square Museum, the Lummis Home and Garden, Pasadena Museum of History, Southwest Museum and, new this year, the Los Angeles Police Historical Museum. The free event includes music, storytelling, arts and crafts. Drive or take the Gold Line and catch the shuttle at the Heritage Square station in Los Angeles.MOTA Day runs from 11 a.m.to 5 p.m.Call (213) 740-TOUR (8687), or visit www.museumsofthearroyo.com.

CAPTURING THE IMAGE Through June 10 — The Armory Center for the Arts hosts “Beyond Image: Photography in Contemporary Art,” an exhibition featuring work by 10 contemporary artists who analyze the photograph in a variety of ways. The photograph is used both in the process of creating works and as a medium in itself. Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. Call (626) 792-5101, ext. 122, or visit www.armoryarts.org

ON THE HORIZON… June 3 — Five Acres’fourth annual “Swingin’on a Star”gala benefiting the children in Five Acres’ care is themed “Stars Over Havana,” and honors Robert A. Ketch for his 30 years of service to the organization.The event features an elegant casino,handrolled cigars, auctions, dining and dancing at the One Colorado Courtyard in Pasadena. For tickets, call (626) 798-6793, ext. 2250, or email cmartinez@5acres.org. ARROYO ~ MAY 2007 ~ 63

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ESCANSO GARDENS HAS LONG been a favorite spot in Southern California for couples to say “I do.” With that in mind, when Cassy and Kirk Aoyagi of C & K Landscape Design, Inc., were selected to make over the once plain back lawn of the Boddy House for this year’s Pasadena Showcase House of Design, they envisioned a garden meeting three criteria: It would be wedding-friendly with a distinctively modern feel, could act as an open-air art gallery and would be sustainable — something any owner and environmentalist would appreciate. The name of their whimsical masterpiece is “A Place in the Sun,” and it is in every way a work of love that could charm any bride. The Boddy House was built in 1938 for Los Angeles Daily News publisher E. Manchester Boddy, and in recent years has been used as an art gallery. With the arrival of the Showcase House, this building will be transformed back into an actual living space, and the garage area on the grounds will become the art gallery. The Aoyagis, who celebrate a decade in business this year, took the art concept and expanded on it, literally. “We thought we could create an exterior gallery where people from Descanso could pick sculptures and show them off monthly,” says Kirk, pointing to the eclectic pieces placed throughout the garden. All the artwork is from local artists, ranging from a large Calderesque sculpture and vertical pieces made of found objects by Robert Moore to an elegant female silhouette by James Hill. These unique sculptures, which will only be on display for the Showcase House through May 20, give the garden a very hip touch, far from the traditional decorative hedges or animal sculptures one often sees at such estates. Each work has a designated circle — specialized plantings for optimal viewing — in “A Place in the Sun,” which is laid out much like a botanical garden for visitors to navigate and explore each facet. And there’s certainly much to take in: contrasting foliage and almost 40 different plant varieties, ranging from weeping junipers and snow-and-summer to the crowd-stopping Harry Lauder’s Walking Stick

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and living succulent trees. “I think bringing in unique plant materials to present during the show will make people stop and really enjoy the space a bit more than rushing right through,” says Cassy. Of course, the customary bridal walk was factored into the garden’s layout. “We were envisioning a real wedding taking place,” notes Cassy. It is after all, one of the most dramatic and unforgettable moments in any wedding ceremony. They designed an arbor at the edge of the lawn area for such occasions. The bride would exit from the back door of the home and wind around the flagstone pathway, down the center of the lawn to the arbor. While it may be just a short trip — the lawn can only hold about 120 guests — wedding guests would be charmed by the intimacy and beautiful simplicity of the surroundings, most notably the all-white flower theme that the Aoyagis have incorporated. “I’ve never done a garden before where I used just one flower color,” says Cassy, who claims she’s “not romantic.” But it’s hard to believe her, considering exquisite choices she’s made such as the sophisticated white-flower scheme and placing African jasmine for fragrance around the arbor area. This is C & K Landscape Design’s third year at Pasadena Showcase, but this one is especially exciting for the company because the Aoyagis’ cre-

ation has, for a change, a long lifespan. “In previous years with Showcase, everything gets taken out if the owner doesn’t purchase it,” says Kirk. “It’s usually a teardown as soon as you’re done,” adds Cassy. Fortunately, Descanso will keep the Aoyagis’ garden of serenity intact and purchase all the plants used, so that “A Place in the Sun” can continue to enchant visitors — and hopefully blushing brides — for years to come. AM Bask in “A Place in the Sun” at the Boddy House as part of the 2007 Pasadena Showcase House of Design through May 20 at Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays; 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays; closed Mondays. Proceeds from the event support the Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts charitable causes. (Please note infants and children under 12 are not permitted in the Showcase House.) Tickets are $30 to $40. Call (714) 442-3872, or visit www.pasadenashowcase.org. TEENA APELES is a Los Angeles–based writer and editor who has contributed to Audrey, LA Weekly, Pasadena Weekly and Helio. Her nonfiction book, “Women Warriors,” was published by Seal Press in 2004.

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JUST WHAT IS A HOMEBUYER to do? Sit on the sidelines and wait for home prices to come tumbling down dramatically? Or forge ahead to ride the historical escalator of rising property values in our area? Doom and gloom stories in the media have given the impression that prices are falling precipitously and the housing market is about to collapse. The latest stories have sensationalized a sub-prime loan fiasco that has affected some unfortunate buyers who stretched their credit to the hilt in recent years to secure a loan during the rush to buy homes. These stories predict a huge upsurge in foreclosures followed by a glut of low-priced homes flooding the market. But according to John Hickey, president of the Pasadena Foothills Association of Realtors, the downturn in home sales in Pasadena amounts to only three fewer home sales this year per month than last year, with prices down just half of 1 percent. Crash, bang, boom? What about the avalanche of foreclosures that is sure to come? Analyzing stories reporting a major increase in the number of foreclosures this year versus last year, it is important to understand that the percentage increase over last year is based upon a rise from virtually the lowest level of foreclosures in state history. According to DataQuick Information Systems, a La Jolla–based real estate industry research and analysis firm, there are 7,870,000 homes and condos in the state of California. Their recent analysis concludes that statewide, “trustee deeds, or actual foreclosure sales, recorded on homes totaled 6,078 during the fourth quarter, up 76.9 percent from 3,435 for the previous quarter, and up 595.4 percent from 874 for last year’s fourth quarter. Foreclosure sales peaked at 15,418 in third quarter 1996, and hit a low of 637 in the second quarter of 2005.” The current figure represents less than one-tenth of 1 percent of all homes and condos at this time. And just where is this glut of homes in foreclosure? According to DataQuick, the likelihood of foreclosures is highest in Merced, Riverside and Tulare counties — that’s a long way from here. According to the California Association of Realtors, home prices in Los Angeles County have risen an average of 10 percent per year since the recording of statistics began in 1970. And as any local real estate agent can tell you, while the inventory of homes has increased somewhat in recent months, there is still very strong demand with many ready and willing buyers for quality homes that are priced correctly. AM Tim and Barbara Conroy, the Conroy Team, MacGregor Realty Inc. Realtors, with more than 30 years of entrepreneurial and real estate marketing experience, can be reached at (818) 952-1496.

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Posh Accessories and Baby Chique, 838 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Call (818) 952-1600 or (818) 952-0133

OMS BEWARE! You are about to receive stunning, gorgeous wares from this shopping hotspot, and it’s about to get even hotter! After months of planning, construction, planting and furnishing by a team of acclaimed designers, the Boddy House will be re-opened April 22 to May 20 for the Pasadena Showcase House of Design, an annual fundraising attraction sponsored by the Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts (PSHA). The Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts invites you to join the Marketplace 2007 festivities, April 22 to May 20, at Descanso Garden’s main lawn. Nestled among camellias and cherry trees, the Marketplace promises a festival-like atmosphere with a special restaurant, and boutiques offering gourmet foods, clothing, jewelry, beautiful home accessories and unique children’s items— something to delight everyone. The Showcase House of Design will be open to ticket holders 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays, and 9 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. It is closed Mondays. Showcase visitors can park at Descanso on weekdays and at the Rose Bowl on weekends. —Charlie

4) Eiji’s— Enter the garden doors of Eiji’s and you will discover why they have been so successful for more than 50 years in the heart of La Cañada. Filled with beautiful custom silk arrangements for your home or office using their super unique containers, and they will custom design one just for you. Wall hangings, orchids, centerpieces and handmade sterling silver jewelry are just a few of the hot trends that you will find at this florist to those in-the-know! Handmade candles, glassware are a perfect accessory to a beautiful arrangement. Eiji’s is the one stop you must make for memory making perfection. Eiji's delivers throughout the Foothills as well as Los Angeles and San Marino. Plastic Surgery Center – Mother's Day is coming! So, what better way to reward mom on her special day then to help her restore that youth and self-confidence! We provide services from Botox, tummy tucks, breast augmentation and much more. We will treat your mom like she was our own. Dr. Vatche Bardakjian, M.D. has more than 20 years of experience and has won numerous accolades. For three years in a row, Dr. Bardakjian was voted "Glendale's Best Plastic Surgeon." We are located next to Glendale Memorial Hospital at 1500 S. Central Avenue, Ste. 126, Glendale. Call us today for your free consultation appointment at (818) 247-4894.

1) May is the month to wander thru Botanicals for the perfect Mothers Day gift. Enjoy the memory evoking peonies and sweet peas, luxurious lilac lotions, soaps and Candles. Choose from Exotic orchids in mossy pots and whimsical topiaries. Adorn her wrist with a vintage button bracelet or grace her table with a stunnung piece of Nicholas Mosse pottery from Ireland. Treat her to gourmet foods, and who does'nt love the Barefoot Contessa! A gift for the gardener could be enchanting statuary or the ultimate garden gloves. Make Botanicals your destination this May while visiting the Showcase House just around the corner. For a look into Botanicals go to www.shopbotanicals.com

Botanicals, 1341 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tues. through Sat.

3) You must go to Intimo for the best sleepwear and underpinnings! Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and you’ll find the perfect thing for your Mom (and something for yourself too!) Check out “Simple Pleasures,” a beautiful new line, as well as favorites like Cosabella, Bella Bum Bum and Hanky Panky. Kathy scouts for bras you’ll never see at the regular department stores, and be sure to see the one with daisy straps you’ll want to show! Service is their passion, and the girls at Intimo know how to fit you so you’ll look your best in all of your spring fashions. Intimo also has a “Wish List” that the girls will help you with so your friends and family can easily shop for you! What could be easier?

Intimo, 637A Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Call (818) 790-2479

2) May is a month full of reasons to celebrate. Spring is in full bloom, love is in the air and, most importantly, Mother’s Day is celebrated. Let Frockx help you find that perfect gift for your mother, wife or someone special. Special ladies deserve their fantastic spring dresses, shoes, bags and many more adorable outfits to choose from. There are new arrivals weekly from your favorite designers like Nanette Lapore, Suzana Monia, Bishop, Pierce jeans, Milly and Walter. Their store is brimming with gift ideas and as always they gift wrap for free. Let Joanna & Esther help you find the perfect spring wardrobe. Don’t forget every Friday is Frocktail Friday. Champange or wine is served and they take 15-percent off you total purchase! Who could ask for more?

Frockx, 1111B Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Call (818) 949-4429

Posh Accessories and Baby Chique, 838 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Call (818) 952-1600 or (818) 952-0133

Botanicals, 1341 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tues. through Sat.

Intimo, 637A Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Call (818) 790-2479

Frockx, 1111B Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Call (818) 949-4429