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Hall of Fame basketball player Moses Malone’s death at 60, believed to be from cardiovascular disease, has left many of his fans wondering what they can do to keep a healthy heart. One way is to eat plant-based foods rather than animal-based ones. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in America, accounting for about 800,000 deaths every year. About one-fourth of all cardiovascular disease deaths are preventable. Studies have shown that healthy plant-based foods can reduce your risk for a heart attack and even reverse arterial blockages. According to Dr. David Jenkins, a renowned nutrition scientist at the University of Toronto, “[T]he evidence is very strong that vegans, who eat no animal products, have the best cardiovascular health profile and the lowest cholesterol levels.” Research suggests that people who eat plant-based foods have 2.5 times fewer cardiac events, including heart attacks, strokes, bypass surgery and angioplasty, than do people who eat meat, eggs and dairy products. So, if you want to keep your heart healthy — and help animals and the environment, too — enjoy more tasty plant-based meals. See PETA.org for free vegan recipes and product suggestions. ~ HEATHER MOORE PETA FOUNDATION NORFOLK, VA
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While a $15 minimum wage law has obvious appeal to those who would like to do more to help the working poor in Pasadena and elsewhere, many economists who share that same goal, including me, believe there are much better alternatives that don’t end up hurting this very same group of workers. While a worker currently earning less than $15 an hour will clearly gain from the minimum wage increase as long as he or she keeps her job and his or her working hours aren’t reduced,
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in the longer run there are serious possible detrimental effects to a minimum wage increase of this magnitude, including a reduction in the future growth of jobs for low-wage workers in Pasadena as well as a reduction in the on-the-job training that could otherwise accompany such jobs. Readers will have no doubt heard the arguments advanced by some economists that a majority of studies have shown that the reduction in jobs that has resulted from the current minimum wage (and past increases in it) are quite mod-
est, on the order of about a 3 percent reduction in employment for every 10 percent increase in the minimum wage. I actually do not quarrel with such consensus estimates. However, I would quickly note that these past studies have focused on increases in the minimum wage that are well below 50 percent of the median hourly wage; they have not dealt with increases of the magnitude proposed in Pasadena. That is why even The Economist, a respected weekly news magazine that supported Obama in the past two presidential elections, recently characterized (in its July 23 edition) an increase in the minimum wage to $15 per hour (or 77 percent of the median hourly wage) as “reckless.” They wrote, “By moving towards sharply higher minimum wages, policymakers are accelerating into a fog. Little is known about the long-run effects of modest minimum wages. And nobody knows what big rises will do, at any time horizon.” So, even if the job losses in the short run turn out to be relatively minor, over time the minimum wage increase can have two more serious detrimental effects on the plight of the working poor: 1) they can reduce the otherwise growth of new jobs for this group of low-skilled workers as employers substitute more new technology (think of McDonald’s) or locate to cities without a $15 minimum wage; and 2) the jobs that are offered will provide less on-the-job training than they otherwise would. The latter effect is not often noted but is especially important to the
future productivity of low-skilled workers, since their lack of skills is the main culprit in their poor earnings prospects. Firms simply can’t afford to pay these workers $15 an hour and to provide such on-thejob training. The reduction in the growth of jobs for these low-skilled workers going forward will be magnified if there are surrounding cities that do not increase their minimum wage laws to $15 per hour. These are some of the reasons that many economists who want to help the working poor favor the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), which is the most important policy at the federal level for aiding such workers. I favor the federal EITC as well as recent proposals by the state of California to offer its own state EITC to complement the federal policy. The EITC is better targeted at low-income households than the minimum wage, and it relies on federal taxpayers to deliver the more than $62.9 billion in benefits to 27.9 million families (as of 2011), without the detrimental effects noted above. My final argument is that unlike the EITC, an increase in the minimum wage penalizes the very groups that are currently helping low-wage workers the most, namely the owners and customers of those firms that are currently employing such workers. How fair is that? ~ ROBERT L. MOORE ELBRIDGE AMOS STUART PROFESSOR OF ECONOMICS OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE
FROM THE WEB: Re: Letters, Sept. 17 So, apparently, somebody’s convinced you that a child can be vaccinated too early. Good for you! America’s shills for the medical-industrial-complex “recommend” that you get a child injected with MMR poisons starting at 12 to 15 months. Then, at age 6, you should idiotically get that little descendant a “booster” shot, just in case his brain cells haven’t completely succumbed yet. So if you got your baby vaccinated at 1 year of age, then, according to the popular corporate paradigm, that little diaper-depleter should be fully protected at least until he’s 6 from the three scariest diseases that you’ve been trained to mindlessly fear. Consequently, your child should have absolutely nothing to be scared of from anybody else’s unvaccinated child. So tell me, in spite of this fact, why must you still denigrate others and demand that the non-Kool-Aiddrinking population of parents who don’t buy into the private/government corporate propaganda meme of vaccine reliability, and consequently should still summarily surrender their right to protect themselves — and their children — from institutionally sponsored poisons? You are either ignorant or stupid. The little mess-maker you claim you want to protect will ultimately end up most fortunate if your scientific gullibility is caused only by ignorance. ~ DAND
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•GUEST OPINION OPINION• BY RANDY JURADO ERTLL RTLLL
Life Stories ETHNIC STUDIES CLASSES NEED TO BE IMPLEMENTED IN SCHOOLS THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA
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hen I was growing up in California, I never read a book in school by a Latino or Latina writer. Now, at long last, that situation is set to change for the state’s school children. Gov. Jerry Brown has an opportunity to sign a bill into law that according to the California Legislative Information website “would require the Superintendent to oversee the development of, and the state board to adopt, a model curriculum to ensure quality courses in ethnic studies.” In addition, according to the site, “The bill would require the Superintendent to establish an Ethnic Studies Advisory Committee and would require the committee to advise, assist and make recommendations to the Superintendent regarding the development of the model curriculum. The bill would, beginning the school year following the adoption of the model curriculum, authorize each school district maintaining any of grades 7 to 12, inclusive, to offer, as an elective in the social sciences, a course of study in ethnic studies based on the model curriculum.” It would be a historic day if Brown indeed assents, since it would provide a great example for other states. Assembly Majority Leader Chris Holden, a former Pasadena City Councilman, is a leader in pushing for this legislation to be implemented as state law. We should applaud his efforts. Politics of inclusion are very different in California when compared to other states, such as Arizona. Ironically, attempts over the last few years to ban ethnic studies in Arizona actually invigorated the ethnic studies movement in other states. Texas, for instance, is moving toward a statewide ethnic studies curriculum in its public schools. Just a handful of major book publishers have cornered the textbook market in the nation’s schools. Minority writers are most often left out. More than 50 million Latinos now live in the United States. San Gabriel Valley Latino students need to encounter writing that speaks to them. Books that include diverse characters and that reflect the lives of these kids can get them reading and give them a sense of belonging, in school and in society at large. For instance, it would be amazing if Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) would adopt and actually include books that talk about the experiences of Salvadoran Americans, the community I belong to. Central Americans are the second-largest US Latino population after Mexican Americans, but books related to the Central American experience are virtually impossible to find in the majority of public
schools. Tens of thousands of Central Americans live in Altadena, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank and surrounding communities. Asking principals and teachers to consider including minority books in the classroom as supplemental material is simply not enough, since they will most likely not care enough to secure books that minority students can identify with. Many principals will say that they do not have the funding and that teachers are overwhelmed in trying to meet federal and state mandates. Parents and students need to start asking questions like where federal funds are being spent. Latino parents and students in particular need to also start demanding that ethnic studies classes be implemented, since many promises have been made and not much has been delivered when it comes to ethnic studies programs. In some public schools in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC, Salvadoran-American students are the majority. On the West Coast, specifically in some California public schools, Salvadoran-American students are represented in great numbers, but many have never read a book about their community. We need to push for ethnic studies to be adopted nationwide, and especially at the local level. Parents and students need to start pushing for ethnic studies to not only be symbolically adopted but to actually be implemented. Our students in Pasadena, Sierra Madre and Altadena deserve to read books that speak to their diverse experiences and viewpoints, something I never got to do in school. By taking the lead, Brown, the governor of a state that is on the leading edge of a national demographic shift as the proportion of Latinos continues to grow, can set an example for the rest of the United States.■ Randy Jurado Ertll is the author of “The Lives and Times of El Cipitio,” which will soon be adapted into a play that features Culture Clash. He will be releasing his new book at the Pasadena Central Library in November 2016. Visit Randy at randyjuradoertll.com.
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Where Dreams Come True ENCHANTED PEOPLE, INSTITUTIONS, LANDMARKS AND EVENTS EMBODY THE PASADENA WAY BY ANDRÉ COLEMAN AND KEVIN UHRICH Greater Pasadena has been the stage for sometimes wondrous experiences — among them Jet Propulsion Laboratory’s four Mars landings, five Super Bowls, scores of flower-filled Rose Parades and numerous national championship college football games at the Rose Bowl — that have brought pleasure to millions, nay, billions of people throughout the years. As locals well know, in Pasadena magic actually has a starting time: promptly 8 a.m. on the first day of the year with America’s favorite New Year’s celebration, the Rose Parade, and later the Rose Bowl Game. Readers once again voted them the community’s Best Annual Events. Make Music Pasadena and the Pasadena Chalk Festival came in again this year as beloved Reader Recommended happenings. But the Crown City is not all about parades, football games, music and sidewalk drawings, which would be more than enough action for a city three times Pasadena’s size. The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens on the border with San Marino, for instance, is already home to some of the world’s greatest art treasures. Now they are offering visitors an opportunity to roam their enchanted gardens, containing not only roses, but also thousands of plant species from around the world. Of course, most locals probably take for granted the fact that we also have the Norton Simon Museum, a world-class gallery with some of the world’s greatest works on exhibit on a daily basis. For yet another year, the Norton Simon has been voted Best Museum by PW readers. Though all of these things are undeniably wonderful, when it comes to making Pasadena truly great, it’s really people who make magic happen. This year, Robin Salzer has been voted the community’s Best Business Person. A
fixture in local politics as well as in business, Robin, who for 30 years has owned Robin’s Woodfire BBQ, has been quietly but faithfully serving up great food to hungry people on a weekly basis free of charge at both the Jackie Robinson Center and Villa Parke Community Center. And, coming as no surprise to people who know him, Nat Nehdar has been voted PW’s Best Citizen. Nat has been promoting peace and education in Pasadena since the 1999 Columbine shooting tragedy through his annual “Peace Through Music” concert and talks at local schools. District 3 Councilman John Kennedy is this year’s Best Public Official, a title long held by former Mayor Bill Bogaard, and Pasadena City Hall is once again the Best Historic Landmark. The scenic location’s spacious courtyard and atrium are filled just about every weekend with starry-eyed couples taking wedding pictures. ArtNight has been voted this year’s Best Cultural Event, with nearly 30,000 people traveling to 21 local arts institutions via free shuttles during last year’s popular museum crawl. And voters have once again named Don Benito Elementary School the Best Public School, and Don Benito’s Yvonne Davis is again Best Teacher. In the world of higher education, Caltech is once again the Best Institute of Higher Learning in the eyes of voters, and our readers again picked Art Center College of Design as the community’s Best Art School. If magic is measured in terms of fun events, longstanding traditions, educational superiority, magnificent artworks, stunning architecture, a thirst for knowledge, a commitment to excellence and opportunity, and devotion to duty and service, Pasadena truly is an Enchanted City. CONTINUED ON PAGE 20
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The Rose Parade/Rose Bowl Game tournamentofroses.com Now in its 125th year, the Rose Parade is not just the city’s top event; it’s a cherished national tradition. The parade began as an American version of France’s Festival of Roses. Today, up to 1 billion people — live and on TV — enjoy the pageantry of the parade as the floats cruise down Colorado Boulevard on New Year’s Day. As for the Rose Bowl Game, now in its 102nd year, it is nicknamed “the granddaddy of them all” when it comes to college bowl games. Since that first game in 1902, according to the Tournament of Roses website, the game has been home to 19 Heisman Trophy winners, produced 29 national champions, featured 208 consensus All-Americans and honored 113 college football legends by inducting them into the Rose Bowl Hall of Fame. READER RECOMMENDED MAKE MUSIC PASADENA makemusicpasadena.org PASADENA CHALK FESTIVAL lightbringerproject.com
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Huntington Library, Art Collections And Botanical Gardens 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino (626) 405.2100 | huntington.org The Huntington Library has some of the best art collections in the world, but it’s not just a museum. The Huntington boasts some of the most beautiful gardens on the West Coast, including thousands of plant species, a rain forest, a rose garden, a desert garden and much more. The precision landscaping is something to behold. READER RECOMMENDED ARMORY CENTER FOR THE ARTS
145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 792-5101 | armoryarts.org FLOWER PEPPER GALLERY 121 E. Union St., Pasadena (626) 795-1895 | flower-pepper.com TIRAGE GALLERY 1 W. California Blvd., Pasadena (626) 405-1020 | tirageart.com
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Art Center College Of Design 1700 Lida St., Pasadena (626) 396-2200 | artcenter.edu Art Center of College and Design has produced some of the most talented designers, filmmakers and artists working today. After struggling through the rigorous curriculum, Art Center students are ready to go out into the world and compete with the best in the world. READER RECOMMENDED ARMORY CENTER FOR THE ARTS 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 792-5101 | armoryarts.org
BEST BUSINESS PERSON Robin Salzer Robin’s Woodfire Bbq
395 N. Rosemead Blvd., Pasadena (626) 351-8885 | robinsbbq.com Robin has been in business for 30 years, serving up amazing barbecue and fixings. But that’s not all that Robin does. He also serves free meals to people in need at two local parks every week. A onetime candidate for City Council, Robin also takes his great menu to local festivals and events throughout the San Gabriel Valley.
BEST CHARTER SCHOOL Aveson Charter School
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1919 Pinecrest Drive, Altadena (626) 797-1438 | aveson.org Aveson Charter School serves about 600 kindergarten through 12th-grade students. Unlike traditional educational routes, Aveson focuses on three different areas of development which include healthy living, personalized learning and social leadership. Aveson prides itself in raising ethical children who can think independently. READER RECOMMENDED LEARNING WORKS 90 N. Daisy Ave., Pasadena (626) 564-8762 | publicworksinc.org ODYSSEY CHARTER SCHOOL 725 W. Altadena Drive, Altadena (626) 229-0993 | odysseycharterschool.org
BEST CITIZEN Nat Nehdar
In the aftermath of the shootings at Columbine High School in Colorado in 1999, Nat Nehdar — longtime chair of the Pasadena’s Human Relations Commission — began organizing the “Peace Through Music” concert. Today, the concert continues to explore the power of healing through music. But that’s not all Nat does for others. For more than 40 years, Nat has impacted thousands through seminars and public speaking engagements, and for 16 years he has been speaking to PUSD students on the importance of mutual respect and common courtesy in dealing with others.
BEST CULTURAL FESTIVAL Artnight Pasadena
(626) 744-7887 | artnightpasadena.org Every year 21 of the city’s most prominent arts and cultural institutions open their doors to the public, making ArtNight a can’t-miss event, one that last year was attended by nearly 30,000 people.
READER RECOMMENDED MAKE MUSIC PASADENA makemusicpasadena.org PASADENA CHALK FESTIVAL (626) 795-8891 | pasadenachalkfestival.com
BEST HISTORIC LANDMARK Pasadena City Hall
100 N. Garfield Ave., Pasadena (626) 744-4000 | cityofpasadena.net Pasadena’s most amazing building is truly special, like something one might actually imagine in a fairytale. Located in the heart of the city’s Civic Center District, the Renaissance style structure has 235 rooms and passageways that cover over 170,000 square feet. It’s been a favorite shooting location with filmmakers and has been used in such productions as “A Walk in the Clouds,” “Mission Impossible,” “The Great Dictator” and the television series “The Incredible Hulk,” among many other shows and movies. It’s also a favorite place for weddings. READER RECOMMENDED COLORADO STREET BRIDGE GAMBLE HOUSE 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena (626) 793-3334 | gamblehouse.org
BEST INSTITUTE OF HIGHER LEARNING Caltech 1200 E California Blvd., Pasadena (626) 395-6811 | caltech.edu Caltech is a world-renowned science, engineering and research institution that provides much of the scientific brainpower currently at work at Jet Propulsion Laboratory, JPL, which is owned by NASA CONTINUED ON PAGE 23
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and managed by Caltech. Since opening in 1891, Caltech has produced 33 Nobel Prize winners and 70 National Medal of Science or Technology winners. Albert Einstein was a visiting professor at the college in 1932 and 1933
Union Station opened in 1973 after a group of community volunteers started it as a simple hospitality center to serve poor and homeless men in downtown Pasadena. Today it’s the largest nonprofit agency of its kind in the San Gabriel Valley, offering many critical services to the needy.
Peter and his family moved to Pasadena in 1970 and soon after that Peter was accompanying his father, famed restaurant critic Elmer Dills, to area eateries and learning about food. Peter now stars on TV with the popular food and travel show, “Dining with Dills,” which can also be heard on various radio stations.
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READER RECOMMENDED FIVE ACRES 760 W. Mountain View St., Altadena (626) 798-6793 | 5acres.org
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PASADENA CITY COLLEGE 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 585-7123 | pasadena.edu
BLOOM AGAIN FOUNDATION 221 E. Walnut St., Pasadena (732) 618-8378 | bloomagain.org
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480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-9144 | kidspacemuseum.org Kidspace is a special place where kids can experience the world through hundreds of exhibits and activities designed to answer their questions and peak their curiosity. Not just things to look at, Kidspace is a hands-on experience. From dino digging to painting, or just plain old playing outside, Kidspace is a great place for children to learn and have fun.
1905 Lincoln Ave, Pasadena (626) 795-5166 | yhpasadena.org Young & Healthy began in 1990 after All Saints Episcopal Church convened a group of local leaders to improve the quality of life for local children based on two principles; everyone should have access to health care, and how a community cares for children is key to its viability. From the idea of people helping people, Young & Healthy was born. Young & Healthy has provided services valued at over $14 million to 21,000 local children in need.
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READER RECOMMENDED HUNTINGTON LIBRARY, ART COLLECTIONS AND BOTANICAL GARDENS 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino (626) 405.2100 | huntington.org NEON RETRO ARCADE 28 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 568-2924 | neonretroarcade.com
BEST LOCAL CHARITY
Union Station Homeless Services 825 E. Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena (626) 240-4550 | unionstationhs.org
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Norton Simon Museum 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-6840 | nortonsimon.org In the 1950s the Norton Simon Museum filled a void as the only modern art museum in Southern California. Today, some of the pieces date back 2,000 years. Over a 30-year period Norton Simon amassed an astonishing collection of European art, from the Renaissance to the 20th century.
PASADENA HUMANE SOCIETY 361 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 792-7151 | phsspa.org
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FOOTHILLS MUSIC TOGETHER PO Box 1297, La Cañada Flintridge (626) 398-4159 | foothillsmusictogether.com
BEST NEW BUSINESS Neon Retro Arcade
28 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 568-2924 | neonretroarcade.com Neon Retro Arcade is the place for you if you’re into old school video games. They have more than 40 classic arcade games and pinballs — everything from Robotron to Donkey Kong. READER RECOMMENDED COASTAL CREATIVE SERVICES 1013 Mission St, South Pasadena (626) 644-2848 | coastalcreativeservices.com
READER RECOMMENDED KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-9144 | kidspacemuseum.org
LINCOLN 1992 Lincoln Ave., Pasadena (626) 765-6746
PASADENA MUSEUM OF CALIFORNIA ART 490 E. Union St., Pasadena (626) 568-3665 | pmcaonline.org
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name to Arroyo Springs before changing it again to honor Everett Wellington Brooks, who donated a swimming pool to the city. READER RECOMMENDED LOWER ARROYO PARK/ PASADENA ARCHERY RANGE 415 S Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena (626) 577-7252 | rovingarchers.com EATON CANYON ecnca.org
BEST PLACE OF WORSHIP All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Ave., Pasadena (626) 796-1172 | allsaints-pas.org All Saints continues to be a progressive church that doesn’t just preach equality. The church is right on the front lines, supporting such groups as Black Lives Matters and issues like increasing the minimum wage. Rallies and events at the church have moved local leaders to action on many occasions. READER RECOMMENDED LAKE AVENUE CHURCH 393 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 844-4700 | lakeave.org ST. ANDREW CATHOLIC CHURCH 311 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 792-4183 | saintandrewpasadena.org
BEST PLACE TO WORK (TIE) Caltech
1200 E. California Blvd., Pasadena (626) 395-6811 | Caltech.edu Caltech has a student to teacher ratio of about 3 to 1 and a student body of only about 2,100 students. Faculty and staff enjoy working on a beautifully landscaped campus with a diverse array of stunning architecture,
ranging from classic to contemporary. The school is located within minutes of great dining and shopping along South Lake Avenue, and employees enjoy pay and benefits packages that include full medical and retirement. What more could an employee ask for?
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Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage
BEST PRIVATE SCHOOL
594 Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 696-4800 | thepartnerstrust.com Dedicated to the goal of being the best real estate brokerage firm in the Los Angeles area, Partners Trust begins its relationships with clients with a commodity that is hard-earned and easily lost: trust. At Partners Trust, the primary objective is to present clients with the most professional, successful and ethical real estate associates in the business. They also strive to treat clients with care, confidentiality and the utmost attention to service. READER RECOMMENDED RATESPECIAL INTERACTIVE LLC 766 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 376-4702 | ratespecial.com WESCOM CREDIT UNION 123 S. Marengo Ave., Pasadena (626) 535-1000
BEST PRESCHOOL
Mentor Avenue Preschool 308 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena (626) 396-7008 | mentoravenuepreschool.com At Mentor Avenue Preschool, students get plenty of one-on-one time with teachers due to the school’s low enrollment. Plus, the school has a strong curriculum which includes language, music and science. It’s no wonder Mentor Avenue Preschool it ranks at or near the top every year. READER RECOMMENDED COTTAGE CO-OP NURSERY SCHOOL
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GOODMAN FAMILY DAYCARE PRESCHOOL 1090 El Campo Drive, Pasadena (626) 578-1815 | goodmandaycare.com
Polytechnic School
1030 E. California Blvd., Pasadena (626) 396-6300 | polytechnic.org Every year, students from Poly are accepted into top-rated universities like Princeton, MIT and Harvard. And the reason for that success is obvious: Poly puts special emphasis on college prep with honors courses and Advanced Placement classes. The school also offers sports and arts programs. READER RECOMMENDED HIGH POINT ACADEMY 1720 Kinneloa Canyon Road, Pasadena (626) 798-8989 | highpointacademy.org WESTRIDGE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS 324 Madeline Drive, Pasadena (626) 795-1153 | westridge.org
BEST PUBLIC EMPLOYEE
Zachary Smith Pasadena Water and Power Department Associate Engineer Power Delivery After just two years with the city, Zachary Smith has made an impression on local readers and his bosses. “It’s always great to see a member of the community recognize the hard work of one of our employees,” said Joe Awad, assistant general manager of power delivery for the Water and Power Department. “Zack joined PWP two years ago, and his efforts exemplify PWP’s customer focus and desire to get a job well done. Congratulations, Zachary.”
BEST PUBLIC OFFICIAL Pasadena City Councilman John Kennedy
Soon after Councilman John Kennedy was elected to represent residents living in the City Council’s District 3, more than 100 people attended a celebration honoring his achievement at the Pasadena Public Library. Since that time, Kennedy has led the call for accountability of the Police Department and now heads the council’s Public Safety Committee.
BEST PUBLIC SCHOOL
Don Benito Elementary School 3700 Denair St., Pasadena (626) 396-5870 | donbenito.pasadenausd.org Don Benito continues to be the school of choice for parents in Pasadena. With a high-level of parental involvement, including a PTA with more than 500 members, the school keeps its students engaged with academics, campus clubs and special events. READER RECOMMENDED JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 593 W. Woodbury Road, Pasadena (626) 396-5700 pusd.us/pages/PasadenaUSD MARSHALL FUNDAMENTAL SECONDARY SCHOOL 990 Allen Ave., Pasadena (626) 396-5810 | marshallpasadenausd.org
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Yvonne Davis Don Benito Elementary School 3700 Denair St., Pasadena (626) 396-5870 | donbenito.pasadenausd.org Mrs. Davis is beloved by students, parents and other teachers. It’s no wonder she has won this award four consecutive times. Davis serves as the PTA-Faculty Liaison and is always willing to give her students and the school her most precious gift — her time. ■
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BASIC SERVICES TAKE ON A FAIRYTALE FEEL IN GREATER PASADENA BY JANA J. MONJI AND KEVIN UHRICH There’s a storybook quality that threads through this year’s Best of Pasadena Services category. Each year, we give our Best of Pasadena Edition a theme. Last year we celebrated the 1980s. The year before that, it was a salute to Hollywood and its many connections to Pasadena, and the year before that we jumped head-first onto the end-of-the-world bandwagon with a uniquely informed rendition of the Mayan culture expertly created and compiled by former Features Editor Sara Cardine. This year, we celebrate our “Enchanted City,” an idea conceived by PW Art Director Carla Cortez about a place where magical things actually do happen, and on a fairly frequent basis. While other portions of this year’s presentation feature the accomplishments of Greater Pasadena’s extraordinary people, places and events in ways that are sometimes cast in a surreal, but positive light, it is in the Services section where fairytales seem to most easily take human form, with some folks known for one thing and being lauded for another — what they do in real life. For instance, Martin Truitt is best known as a powerful political consultant, a “kingmaker,” if you will, having worked on Mayor Terry Tornek’s campaign, among others. But this year, Truitt is being honored as the PW’s Best Accountant. Who could have guessed? Congratulations, Martin. In another interesting character twist, there’s former Mayor Bill Paparian, a one-time “crusader” for controversial causes and City Councilman who is this year’s Best Attorney. Kudos to you, sir. There are others. Among them the “kindly workman” along the road who will never steer you wrong, Hrant the mechanic on East Washington Boulevard, fits that description to a T. And there are the all-knowing community “alchemists” (and in a town built on science
by virtual alchemists of their times), among them acupuncture specialist and chiropractor Dr. Yawen Cheng. Cheng channels acupuncture, chiropractic knowledge, Western medical procedures, Eastern medicine and nutrition into a strategy for creating an optimum healing process. Of course, the more traditional pharmacies are recognized as well, with Altadena’s Webster’s Pharmacy being voted Best at what it does in the field of healing and relieving pain. And there are “wizards,” those physicians and dentists who are highly skilled and trained at not only healing, like our Best Doctor, Arcadia cardiologist Dr. Karl V. Vogelbach, but also providing “that look” for men and women who demand a higher standard than most when it comes to their appearance. If not enchanted, Pasadena is certainly filled with pretty people, “princes” and “princesses” of all ages. It could probably go without saying that we also possess the Best Hospital in the “shire,” Huntington, but we do, according to our readers. Naturally, any fairytale realm worth its weight in gold — or roses — has to have a populace of potential “heroes,” prepared to face any quest, and there is no shortage of places to trim down and buff up for that next big physical challenge. Whether it’s mixed martial arts, non-contact workouts, or outright fighting lessons, Pasadena is the place to get it on. But what to do after a day of climbing mountains and slaying dragons? Get your chariot washed at Pasadena Auto Wash, or have your clothes cleaned by the fittingly named Magic Dry Cleaners, or have your home cleaned by the Maid Brigade’s Green Team. Perhaps a massage at world-renowned Burke Williams in Old Pas, or maybe a few sessions of Bikram Yoga Pasadena, the original “hot yoga,” will work out all the kinks and cramps. All the many basic and unusual services that actually make a city enchanting are right here every day in Pasadena, a place where the eclectic services provided to its citizens really do make dreams come true. CONTINUED ON PAGE 37
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PUBLIC STORAGE 888 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 765-4727 1240 N. Lincoln Ave., Pasadena (626) 765-4754 2773 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 593-1215 150 N. Halstead St., Pasadena (626) 765-4710 550 S. San Gabriel Blvd., San Gabriel (626) 999-0773 U-HAUL MOVING & STORAGE OF PASADENA 552 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 795-6888 | uhaul.com 234 Allen Ave, Pasadena (626) 578-1790 3559 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 795-2102 461 N. Altadena Drive, Pasadena (626) 844-7567
BEST SENIOR/ASSISTED LIVING The Fair Oaks By Regency Park
951 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 921-4108 | regencyparkfairoaks.com Regency Park Senior Living has earned a national reputation for building and operating first-class retirement communities. Dedicated to a commitment to excellence, Regency Park provides high-quality housing and personalized care and services that meet the industry’s highest standards. Senior living experts from around the world, according to its website, visit these communities, including the Fair Oaks by Regency Park, to learn why the company has become a leader in the world of senior housing. READER RECOMMENDED THE KENSINGTON 245 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre (626) 355-5700 | thekensingtonsierramadre.com VILLA GARDENS 842 E. Villa St., Pasadena (800) 958-4552| villagardens.org
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55 Auburn Ave., Sierra Madre (626) 355-1729 | justineshermanslp.com Justine Sherman & Associates takes great pride in fulfilling the speech-language, educational and orofacial myofunctional therapeutic needs of our area. They design customized treatment plans with meaningful, measurable goals conducted by certified and
licensed speech-language pathologists and supervised speech-language pathology assistants. Their holistic approach to treatment calls for a thoughtful and collaborative relationship with families, educators and health care professionals alike to ensure the best opportunity for client/student success.
BEST TRAVEL AGENCY (TIE)
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READER RECOMMENDED BRIGGS AND ASSOCIATES 595 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (Mezzanine Level) (626) 793-0937| briggsandassociates.com
801 E. Union St., Pasadena (626) 795-0601 | aaa.com Every prince or princess looking for their happilyever-after needs travel advice. When you’ve traded in your white charger for a different kind of horsepower, AAA is a good place to visit. They offer members free maps and brochures, plus, they have a dedicated travel agency.
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Tom Sawyer Camps
707 W. Woodbury Road, #F, Altadena (626) 794-1156 | tomsawyercamps.com Your kids won’t be painting fences at Tom Sawyer Camps, but they will be having fun and making friends. Tom Sawyer Camps offers programs after school as well as holiday and summer camps. They even have a horseback riding school. Every prince and princess needs to know how to ride a horse. At day camps, campers are placed by grade into all-girl or all-boy groups of 13 under the supervision of a senior and junior counselor. Each group gets to select their activities. They’ll come home tired, but imaging more.
READER RECOMMENDED LOSE 2 WIN @ BREAKTHRU FITNESS 345 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 396-1700 | breakthrufi tness.com PASADENA WEIGHT LOSS CENTER 774 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 844-4686 | pasadena-weight-loss-center.com
BEST WORKOUT Title Boxing Club
2349 Honolulu Ave., La Crescenta-Montrose (818) 553-3200 | montrosetravel.com If you’re looking for a boutique shop to meet your travel needs and guide your love of travel, turn to Montrose Travel. Recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Travel Management Companies, Montrose Travel has made a business out of “helping people travel, one at a time.”
87 Fraser Alley, Pasadena (626) 340-2500 | oldpasadena.titleboxingclub.com You can’t climb a beanstalk and outrun giants without being in shape. Tone up and get the moves needed for your fairytale life by working out at Title Boxing Club, the fitness club with a punch. Title Boxing, according to its website, offers explosive total body boxing and kickboxing fitness workouts that help women and men burn up to 1,000 calories per hour in group classes.
BEST VETERINARIAN
VCA Foothill Veterinary Hospital READER RECOMMENDED FLAWLESS FITNESS 1458 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena (626) 644-8182 | flawlessfi tness.com
READER RECOMMENDED GOODMAN FAMILY DAYCARE SUMMER CAMP 1090 El Campo Drive, Pasadena (626) 578-1815 goodmandaycare.com
2204 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena (626) 792-1187 | foothillvet.com Pasadenans take their beloved furry friends to VCA Foothill Veterinary Hospital to make sure their pets remain in the best of health. Foothill provides primary, preventive and advanced care for cats and dogs, as well as pet grooming and boarding. They also treat canine and feline diabetes and provide home delivery of medications and food for prescription diets.
SUMMERKIDS CAMP 3697 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Altadena (626) 577-9979 summerkids.net
READER RECOMMENDED PASADENA PETS VETERINARY HOSPITAL 2850 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena (626) 568-1115 | pasadenapetshospital.com
Bikram Yoga Pasadena 2089 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 304-9642 | bikrampasadena.com Seeking peace of mind? Need to decompress after a hard day of cleaning up after Snow’s seven little friends? Head over to Bikram Yoga Pasadena. There you’ll find what you need with what founder Val Sklar Robinson calls the original and authentic Hot Yoga. “We are not a fad,” says Val. “We have been healing bodies and changing lives since 1998.”
BEST TATTOO/PIERCING Prix Body Piercing
56 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 405-9253 | prixbodypiercing.com Whatever it takes to make your image more enchanting, Prix Body Piercing can make it happen. Danny Dunbar and Andres Saucedo are tattoo artists making dreams come true at the Pasadena store. EdD Herrera is the shop’s piercing artist who works both in West Hollywood and Pasadena for Prix. READER RECOMMENDED ANOMALY BODY PIERCING STUDIO 1842 E. Walnut St., Pasadena (626) 793-8930 anomaly2.com
DR. DANIEL VANDERHOOF VANDERHOOF VETERINARY HOSPITAL 2235 N. Lake Ave., Ste. 101, Altadena (626) 798-5901 | vanderhoofvet.com
BEST WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM Weight Watchers
305 N. Rosemead Blvd., Pasadena (800) 516-3535 | weightwatchers.com Extra weight won’t magically go away. Looking to slim down and get healthy? Weight Watchers will help you. This nationwide program provides nutritional counseling and support while you’re counting calories. Whatever the need or reason,
PURE BARRE PASADENA 107 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 765-9400 | purebarre.com
BEST YOGA
READER RECOMMENDED YOGA HOUSE 11 W. State St., Pasadena (626) 403-3961| yogahouse.com YOGAWORKS PASADENA 277 W. Green St., Pasadena (626) 381-9785 | yogaworks.com ■ Freelancer Rebecca Waer contributed to this report.
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Enchanted Village PASADENA’S SHOPS AND BOUTIQUES OFFER A WIDE VARIETY OF BEWITCHING MERCHANDISE BY ANDRÉ AND SHEILA MENDES COLEMAN Pasadena and its surrounding communities offer a wide array of shopping opportunities at myriad stores and boutiques that can make your home actually look like a castle and drape you in clothing that really is fit for royalty. Since we all know a magic wand or a potent elixir will not change current circumstances, our voters have compiled a list of places that can help you get started on changing your game for the better. You might want to start your transformation into a prince or princess by improving your home’s décor. The Pasadena Antique Mall has once again been voted Best Antiques by PW readers. Here you’ll find many unusual and tasteful items, as well as furniture and jewelry. The Pasadena Antique Center and Annex and Pasadena Antiques and Design were Reader Recommended dealers in this year’s voting. To get your inner self in order, Pasadena Cyclery can help, meeting all your cycling needs for outdoor biking adventures no matter what your skill level may be. If cycling is not your thing, or if you just want an enchanted carriage to cruise the streets and catch everyone’s attention, Rusnak Auto has the Bentley, Jaguar or Porsche that will have you hitting the road in style. If you need to look like a princess on that special day, check out La Soie Bridal on Colo-
rado Boulevard, which was voted Best Bridal/Tux Shop. Men’s Wearhouse and Panache Bridal came in as Reader Recommended in our readers’ poll. As ZZ Top once put it, girls are crazy about a sharp-dressed man. And Le Monsieur of Pasadena has been voted one of the city’s top three Best Local Men’s Clothing outlets this year, along with San Marino’s PM Jacoy and Pasadena’s Mark Piscitelli Men’s Clothing. Not everybody can march in the parade. Someone has to record the event. If this is you, catch all the magic on a device from Samy’s Camera, voted Best Electronics/Camera store. While other electronic stores have virtually disappeared, Samy’s has been a mainstay, offering how-to classes and great sales on clearance items. If healthy living defines your idea of a fairytale life, Pasadena has three farmers’ markets where you can buy organic fruits and vegetables. Then, after loading up on good, nutritious food, head over to Run With Us, Pasadena’s Best Shoe Store and Best Local Sporting Goods, and get just the right pair of shoes to complete your change into a happy, healthy and well-kept person. If there is something still lacking, Vroman’s Bookstore, once again Pasadena’s Best Local Bookstore/Newsstand, has all the best yarns and stories to take you to an even better enchanted land than the one we currently occupy and present to you now. CONTINUED ON PAGE 54
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BEST AUTO DEALER
300 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 125, Pasadena (626) 304-9886 Pasadena Antique Mall is a delightful store with hard-to-find books, unique gift items and a wide variety of quality collectibles, including furniture, jewelry and classic designer garments and accessories. It’s a must-see for vintage clothing lovers and discerning collectors alike.
267 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-2400 | rusnakautogroup.com Part of Rusnak Auto’s success and longevity in the challenging field of automotive sales is their ability to treat each customer as their No. 1 priority. For more than 50 years, the Rusnak name has been synonymous with stylish, well-priced high-end vehicles, including exotic makes like Bentley, Jaguar and Maserati, as well as more affordable high-performance cars. New or pre-owned, any vehicle purchased from Rusnak Auto Group is a smart, stylish buy.
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READER RECOMMENDED PASADENA ANTIQUE CENTER AND ANNEX 480 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 449-7706 | pasadenaantiquecenter.com PASADENA ANTIQUES AND DESIGN 330 S. Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena (626) 389-3938
READER RECOMMENDED HONDA OF PASADENA 1965 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena (888) 829-4089 | hondaofpasadena.com
BEST ART/FRAMING STORE
THORSON MOTOR CENTER 3456 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 817-6465 | thorsonmotorcenter.com
326 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 683-8161 | aaronbrothers.com Selection and superior customer service are hallmarks of this popular frame shop. Visitors can expect to find most if not all of their framing needs met with Aaron Brothers’ wide variety of frames in many styles, sizes and finishes for every budget. Knowledgeable staff and convenient locations throughout the city, including the thriving Pasadena store, offer additional value that makes it a clear winner for patrons.
BEST BICYCLE SHOP
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READER RECOMMENDED BLICK ART MATERIAL 44 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 795-4985 | dickblick.com MERGE FRAMING & DESIGN 928 E. Altadena Drive, Altadena (626) 797-0977 | mergeframes.com
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Pasadena Cyclery
1670 E. Walnut St., Pasadena (626) 795-2866 | pasadenacyclery.com It’s a family affair at Pasadena Cyclery. In business for over 35 years, they continue to be an invaluable resource for cyclists of all types and fitness levels. Their skilled and helpful staff makes them the perfect choice for cyclists at both the professional and novice level, including a gifted crew of experts who lead the repair and maintenance team. READER RECOMMENDED INCYCLE BICYCLES 175 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 577-0440 | incycle.com OPEN ROAD BICYCLE SHOP 60 N. Sierra Madre Blvd., Pasadena
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VELO 2562 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 304-0064 | velopasadena.com
BEST BRIDAL/TUX SHOP La Soie Bridal
650 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 356-9889 | lasoiebridal.com Top designers, stunning couture and first-rate service keep wedding stress to a minimum in this sophisticated bridal shop that caters to discriminating brides. La Soie’s consultants offer unparalleled service, and patrons will appreciate their full-service approach to wedding prep and planning and vast inventory, including one-of-a-kind gowns, popular designs, and classic and cutting-edge styles for the more daring bride. That and more can all be found at La Soie Bridal. READER RECOMMENDED MEN’S WEARHOUSE 406 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 395-7422 | menswearhouse.com PANACHE BRIDAL 78 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 585-8200 | panachebridals.com
BEST ELECTRONICS/CAMERAS Samy’s Camera
1759 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 796-3300 | samys.com A mainstay on the photography scene, Samy’s Camera has made a name for itself with their superior products and service, along with a comprehensive selection of cameras, video equipment and accessories. Check the website often for up-to-date info on clearance items, including quality used cameras, and the inside scoop on upcoming sales and promotions. Stop by their Pasadena location to
take advantage of customer perks, such as how-to classes, workshops and events. READER RECOMMENDED BEST BUY 3415 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena (626) 351-9516 | bestbuy.com
BEST EYEWEAR Linden Optometry
477 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 796-1191 | lindenvsp.com See yourself and the world in its best light with the help of Linden Optometry. This full-service establishment garners raves for their variety of eyewear styles and designs along with reliable, courteous service, but even more essential to their popularity are the gifted professionals that run Linden. Clients can expect to find a superb collection of frames and contact lenses, in addition to comprehensive eye care, such as Lasik consultations and eye exams, including treatment of infections. Many will be pleased by the special attention paid to little ones, sensitive or elderly clients. READER RECOMMENDED MODA OPTIQUE Shops On Lake Avenue 415 S. Lake Ave., #104, Pasadena (626) 796-0111 | modaoptique.com OLD FOCALS 45 W. Green St., Pasadena (626) 793-7073 | oldfocals.com SOUTH PASADENA OPTOMETRIC GROUP 729 Mission St., #200, South Pasadena (626) 441-5300 | southpasadenaeyes.com
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363 E. Villa St., Pasadena (626) 449-0179 | pasadenafarmersmarket.org 2925 Sierra Madre Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-0179 | pasadenafarmersmarket.org Freshness is the name of the game at Pasadena Certified Farmers’ Market. Visitors travel for miles around to sample some of the delectable items available at this open-air delight. Healthful snacking is a pleasure at Pasadena Certified, with many parents remarking that they enjoy the educational value of teaching their children the importance of eating from the land. Crisp fruits and vegetables are in abundance here, along with a fascinating array of seafood, specialty and international foods, all minimally processed for maximum taste and health value.
655 E. Green St., Pasadena (626) 449-0246 | jacobmaarse.com For over 50 years Jacob Maarse has set the standard for flower design. Whether for holidays or other special occasions — or just to experience the healing qualities of fresh flowers in an exquisitely made centerpiece — Jacob Maarse is the preferred authority.
FEDDE’S FURNITURE 32 N. Sierra Madre Blvd., Pasadena (626) 844-1160 | fedde.com 2350 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 796-7103 | fedde.com
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READER RECOMMENDED ALTADENA FARMERS’ MARKET 600 W. Palm St., Altadena altadenafarmersmarket.com SOUTH PASADENA FARMERS’ MARKET At the corner of El Centro Street and Meridian Avenue in South Pasadena (626) 403-2820 | southpasadenafarmersmarket.org
BEST FLEA MARKET
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1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 585-7906 | pasadena.edu/fleamarket Find the bargain of your life at the Pasadena City College Flea Market the first Sunday of each month. Not just the hard-to-find, but the quirky, the classic, the vintage and even that rare piece that draws you upon first glance. READER RECOMMENDED ROSE BOWL FLEA MARKET 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena (323) 560-7469 | rgcshows.com
Their exhaustive selection and myriad scheduled events, including storytime for kids, author-readings and especially the legendary book-signings, are but some of many reasons Vroman’s continues to attract a diverse, loyal crowd of all ages and passions.
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READER RECOMMENDED MARY FALKINGHAM FLORAL DESIGNS 871 E. Mariposa St., Altadena (626) 797-8711 | maryfalkingham.com THE FLOWERMAN 2450 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena (626) 795-1508 | theflowerman.net
BEST FURNITURE/ ACCESSORIES STORE The Sofa Company
100 W. Green St., Pasadena (626) 316-1214 | thesofaco.com Find the right style, color and size furniture at the right price at The Sofa Company. Their sturdy and stylish furniture selection includes contemporary pieces, as well as more classic lines, and all in a pleasing range of textiles, from leather to microsuede and beyond. The beauty of this unique store is the ease in which the customer can customize furniture and accessories. The website, on which they proclaim “you design it, we build it,” makes it a snap to match sofa colors with the appropriate size and style desired. Whether furnishing a room or an entire house, or just searching for a few accent pieces, you’ll find a solution for every decorating challenge. READER RECOMMENDED ETHAN ALLEN
READER RECOMMENDED BOOK ALLEY 1252 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 683-8083 | bookalley.com
BEST GIFT BOUTIQUE Lula Mae
100 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 304-9996 | lulamae.com It’s easy to see why this unique shop continues to receive accolades. It was also voted one of the top five card shops in LA, and their popularity is due in no small part to their charming collections of note cards, stationery and gifts. They also offer low-tech toys for kids and personalized jewelry and accoutrements for the kitchen and bath, not to mention weekly workshops and classes for the craft-inclined. READER RECOMMENDED ASSISTANCE LEAGUE CRAFT FAIR GIFT SHOP 820 E. California Blvd., Pasadena (626) 795-4991 | pasadena.assistanceleague.org HOMAGE PASADENA 2 E. Holly St., Pasadena (626) 440-7244 | homagepasadena.com
BEST LOCAL BOOKSTORE/ NEWSSTAND Vroman’s Bookstore
695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-5320 | vromansbookstore.com A venerable literary institution, Vroman’s consistently gets high marks for their diverse collection of books, from fiction to non-fiction, classic literature, comics, young-adult, large-print editions and many other specialty and niche publications and genres. As Southern California’s largest and oldest independent bookstore, Vroman’s is a study in excellence.
CENTURY BOOKS 1039 E. Green St., Pasadena (626) 796-1703
BEST LOCAL HARDWARE STORE Altadena Hardware
849 E. Mariposa St., Altadena (626) 794-4393 | truevalue.com/altadenahardware It’s tool-time for the masses at Altadena Hardware. The courteous staff can help customers plan any DIY project, from simple to complex. Power and hand tools, electrical and cleaning supplies, and other staples will surely be found here, but they are much more than just a hardware store. Customers will rejoice in the bounty of additional services Altadena Hardware offers, such as window and screen repair, pipe-cutting and threading, keymaking and glass-cutting, carpet-cleaner rental, and much, much more — all at prices at or below those of many local competitors. READER RECOMMENDED CROWN CITY HARDWARE 1047 N. Allen Ave., Pasadena (626) 794-0234 | restoration.com PASADENA TRUE VALUE HARDWARE & PAINT 409 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 792-2196 | pasadenatruevalue.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 59
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120 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 795-9308 | statsfloral.com Holiday and special occasion dreams are realized at this remarkable shop that features an amazing variety of holiday decorations and assorted accessories for making special occasions especially fun. Life-sized Halloween displays and Christmas decorations that delight and amuse, along with everything a home needs to feel festive, can be found at this store. Customers will also appreciate their budget-friendly clearance center and patio warehouse center, where fabulous deals are often discovered, particularly in the off-season. A treat any time of the year.
GOLD BUG One Colorado, 22 E. Union St., Pasadena (626) 744-9963 | goldbugpasadena.com
BEST LOCAL MEN’S CLOTHING (TIE) Le Monsieur
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544 S. Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena (626) 569-8437 | shoplemonsieur.com Besides the rock group ZZ Top, who isn’t crazy about a sharp-dressed man? The Le Monsieur modern man dresses with an easy, casual style that transitions well from professional obligations and daytime functions to nighttime fun and merriment. Le Monsieur’s collection embodies the look of the successful man who sets trends, rather than follows them. Classic cuts are often paired with eclectic modern accessories to dazzling effect, and the savvy shopper will be pleased with the variety of styles available, from sleek to subtle.
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READER RECOMMENDED HOBBY PEOPLE 270 N. Hill Ave., Pasadena (626) 568-0883 | hobbypeople.net
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READER RECOMMENDED ARNOLD’S FINE JEWELRY 350 S. Lake Ave., #110, Pasadena (626) 795-8647 | arnoldsfinejewelry.com
105 W. California Blvd., Pasadena (626) 795-9215 | wjasondesigns.com It’s been said a well-priced diamond shines brightest, and at Wayne Jason Jewelry Designs, it’s easy to indulge yourself or a loved one — smartly. Wayne Jason’s flair for distinctive, timeless pieces that embody his creative spirit has made him a local favorite for more than a quarter-century. The on-site manufacturing he employs for his creations eliminates a costly middleman, and ensures that clients receive excellent, superior gems and jewelry designs at equally stellar prices.
589 E. Green St., Pasadena (626) 578-7382 | markpiscitellimensclothing.com A one-stop-shop for elegant evening attire, formal and semi-formal occasion-wear for the discerning man. Clients return to this sophisticated establishment season after season because of the attentive staff, classic designs and quality merchandise, in addition to their reasonable prices and relaxing ambiance.
PM Jacoy 2650 Mission St., San Marino (626) 799-4600 | pmjacoy.com
Find the best in men’s fashion in a shop that celebrates the modern man. Tailored suits by PM’s master tailors, avant-garde ties and accessories and the latest fashions and designs in menswear give this shop its distinctive vibe and flair. Truly the best in men’s fashion at prices that also please.
BEST LOCAL PET STORE My Pet Garden
2245 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-1600 | mypetgarden.com It’s a dog’s wonderful life at My Pet Garden. Never has canine care been so affordable and complete. A love of animals and an expert attention to their welfare is what drives the folks at My Pet Garden. They offer their clients and their owners a friendly, upbeat atmosphere, along with an outstanding selection of minimally processed and specialty foods, including vegetarian, grain-free and organic. Their capable staff will help pet owners work through issues that their special needs pooches may have, such as separation-anxiety disorders, issues with past traumas or other challenges that may impact pet socialization. READER RECOMMENDED PAW BOUTIQUE 537 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 396-1136 | pawboutique.com STEVE’S PETS 2395 N. Lake Ave., Altadena (626) 797-4247 | stevespetstore.com
aficionados and anyone searching for that rare or unique artist or song. From vinyl to digital, Canterbury has something for everyone. READER RECOMMENDED POOBAH RECORDS 2636 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-3359 | poobah.com
BEST LOCAL SHOE STORE Run With Us
235 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 568-3331 | clubrunwithus.com Run, don’t walk to this shoe lovers mecca; walking shoes, running shoes training and cross-training footwear, and a shoe for every gait and foot are just part of the attraction to this marvelous store dedicated to an often-overlooked appendage. So much of our total well-being can be tied to the comfort we experience with our footwear, and the staff at Run With Us understands the importance of a well-fitting shoe appropriate to each activity. It is that training that gives them the unique ability to match the proper shoe with the proper client. In addition to many styles and selections of footwear, they also offer shoes in often hard-to-find half-sizes, wide-shoe sizes, and specialty footwear for skeleto-muscular problems. READER RECOMMENDED LUCHA’S COMFORT FOOTWEAR 921 Fair Oaks Ave., South Pasadena (626) 799-6891 | comfortfootwear.com
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NEO 39 39 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 683-1257 | neo39.com
805 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 792-7184 | canterburyrecords.com Canterbury’s vast collection of music from all genres, from indie and classical to world, rock and beyond has created a loyal following among music
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235 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 568-3331 clubrunwithus.com Run with the best and find reasonably priced sports equipment and accessories for every sports enthusiast at every fitness level. The “Monday Fun Runs” and other events at Run With Us show their commitment to helping customers achieve optimal fitness levels, and their promotions and affordable prices encourage the healthful lifestyle their products are designed to support. Run With Us makes patrons a winner with every visit. READER RECOMMENDED PLAY IT AGAIN SPORTS 3640 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 405-9988 | playitagainsportspasadena.com
BEST LOCAL TOY STORE The Dinosaur Farm
1510 Mission St., South Pasadena (626) 441-2767 | dinosaurfarm.com Attention collectors and dinosaur-lovers; your fervent wishes have come true. Dinosaur Farm is an ode to all things prehistoric; action figures, puzzles, games, plushies, books, posters, room décor and collectibles are among their extensive stock of dinosaur-themed items. Something for every kid — including the one who dwells inside us all — is to be found at this quirky themed shop. READER RECOMMENDED SAN MARINO TOY & BOOK SHOPPE 2424 Huntington Drive, San Marino (626) 309-0222 | toysandbooks.com
Vidéothèque 1020 Mission St., South Pasadena (626) 403-6621 | vidtheque.com Vidéothèque’s importance to cinema and the preservation of it cannot be overstated. With news of yet another video store shuttering their doors, there is an increasing urgency and interest in the study and enjoyment of rare films. Vidéothèque soothes that desire with more than 25,000 titles, including rare films, cult classics, art-house films, documentaries and indie-favs, as well as films on Blu-Ray. They’re a giant among a dying breed of stores and specialty shops devoted to the film genre, and customers will be thrilled with their popular selection of cinema-themed posters, T-shirts, memorabilia and more.
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1031 E. Green St., Pasadena (626) 356-0402 | highlowvintage.com
BEST NURSERY
Bellefontaine Nursery 838 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 796-0747 | bellefontainenursery.com Gardening made simple and pleasurable, along with all the tools and support you’ll need to nourish your green thumb, are what you’ll find at Bellefontaine Nursery. From small- to large-scale gardening, their learned staff is eager to help you find the right plants and greenery for your personal gardening needs and assist you with maintaining it all so it continues to delight throughout the seasons. READER RECOMMENDED ARMSTRONG GARDEN CENTER 352 E. Glenarm St., Pasadena (626) 799-7139 | armstronggarden.com
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2450 N. Lake Ave., Altadena (626) 204-2677 Chic fashions for women and children in bold designs and colors keep fashionistas young and old in style at Meredith M. The latest trends in fashion are always in stock at this eclectic store, where visitors are just as likely to find quality bohemian garb as they are coolly simple minimalist attire. Daring shoppers will delight in the military and Goth selections, and parents will love their children’s clothes — perfect for the stylish tot on-the-move. Meredith M. is also the place to go for cozy footwear, quirky tie-died garments, distinctive jewelry and must-have accessories, like scarves, handbags and hats. With so much to offer, it’s no wonder this trendy store tops the lists of fashion-forward shoppers.
TOM’S TOYS 2281 Honolulu Ave., La Crescenta-Montrose (818) 249-2178 | tomstoys.com
READER RECOMMENDED ATELIER FEMME 1033 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA (626) 793-1200 | atelierfemme.com
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READER RECOMMENDED PATIOWORLD 520 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 795-5803 | patioworld.net
BEST SHOPPING DESTINATION Old Pasadena
1 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105 (626) 356-9725 | oldpasadena.org The perfect place for shopping and people-watching, Old Pasadena consistently charms visitors with a mix of high-end shops and assorted stores and establishments that appeal to a diverse population with diverse tastes. With Pasadena’s famous classical architecture as a backdrop, patrons can stroll along streets designed for leisurely promenading and discover — or rediscover — this amazing gem. World-class fine dining, chic boutiques, gadget shops, pizzerias, juice bars and movie theaters highlight the many ways to be entertained and nourished at this perennial favorite. READER RECOMMENDED PASEO COLORADO 280 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (877) 225-5337 | paseocoloradopasadena.com
Fishbecks Patio Center
150 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 796-9255 | fishbecks.com Fishbecks’ sells patio furniture and outdoor living accessories that allow customers to truly experience the advantages of living in Pasadena and its surrounding cities, chiefly being the magnificent, sunny climes that allow for virtual year-round outdoor dining and entertainment. All of Fishbecks’ classic and contemporary furniture collections feature durable, well-crafted furniture fit for the simplest or most extravagant outdoor rooms, complete with fire-pit, barbeques and outdoor lighting options, along with other essentials for al fresco dining. Don’t miss their occasional clearances, including the popular end-ofsummer sale. There, customers will often find deep discounts above and beyond already low prices.
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READER RECOMMENDED CAPTAIN TOBACCO 2371 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 795-4714 captaintobacco.com CIGARS BY CHIVAS 58 S. De Lacey Ave., Pasadena (626) 395-7475 | cigarsbychivas.com
BEST SPECIALTY FOOD STORE Whole Foods Market
465 S. Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena (626) 204-2266 | wholefoodsmarket.com 3751 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena (626) 351-5994 Whole Foods Market reminds us that it is still possible to find a wide range of fresh, pesticidefree fruits and vegetables and other items that are minimally processed and/or additive-free at a reasonable price. While it’s true that Whole Foods’ strength is in its selection and quality of natural foods, including vegan and vegetarian and glutenfree, many don’t realize it is also an invaluable resource for healthy frozen and packaged meals for quick-prep, hot-food dishes and also exotic meats, like bison, ostrich and buffalo, in addition to hard-to-find ethnic foods. A well-stocked nutritional section includes supplements, elixirs, teas and powders. Delectable fresh-baked goods, specialty foods and healthier, less-processed versions of many items found at popular grocery stores have also begun to entice foodies, health-conscious
shoppers and even just the occasional shopper looking to try something new and different. READER RECOMMENDED BRISTOL FARMS 606 Fair Oaks Ave., South Pasadena (626) 441-5450 | bristolfarms.com TRADER JOE’S 345 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 395-9553 | traderjoes.com 610 S. Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena (626) 568-9254 613 Mission St., South Pasadena (626) 441-6263
BEST STATIONERY Vroman’s Bookstore
695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-5320 | vromansbookstore.com Visit Vroman’s for their timeless collection of creative note cards, writing-themed gift sets and superior writing implements for gadget-free communicating with style and flair. READER RECOMMENDED PAPER SOURCE 163 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 577-3825 | papersource.com SHABOO PRINTS Pasadena shabooprints.com
BEST THRIFT SHOP Acts Thrift Store
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(626) 577-4477 | actsthrift.org Customers can expect to find rare vintage and classic shoes and garments mixed amid an ample collection of repurposed items, such as furniture, electronics, appliances, clothing, games and children’s toys. Shop smart and contribute muchneeded dollars to a worthy cause at this first-rate nonprofit entity that commands a loyal following and continues to entice new shoppers daily. READER RECOMMENDED GOODWILL 340 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 204-3576 | goodwillsocal.org 183 N. Altadena Drive, Pasadena (626) 564-0335 703 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 204-0618 MEOWMEOWZ! 1 STOP ROCK SHOP 2423 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 798-6969 | meowmeowz.bigcartel.com
BEST VINTAGE/RESALE STORE High Low Vintage
1031 E. Green St., Pasadena (626) 356-0402 | highlowvintage.com High Low Vintage continues to make waves and create buzz in the vintage-clothing market. The shop’s moniker is a nod to its approach to fashion and creating the perfect ensemble; the owner’s philosophy is that classic fashions are best complemented by a pairing with contemporary styles. For example, take a stylish, retro-themed top and pair it with a sophisticated pant with modern lines, or vice versa.
READER RECOMMENDED CROSSROADS TRADING CO. 104 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 793-2000 | crossroadstrading.com MEOWMEOWZ! 1 STOP ROCK SHOP 2423 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 798-6969 | meowmeowz.bigcartel.com
BEST WINE/BEER SHOP Everson Royce
155 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 765-9334 eversonroyce.com Nestled in the bosom of Old Pasadena and possessing a vast selection of wines, spirits and beers, this full-service store enjoys a stellar reputation that’s due in large part to its attention to customer service. But they also excel in their ability to stay abreast of changes and trends in the market. Everson Royce is as noted for their collection of fine, special-occasion and rare wines and spirits as they are for their affordable, everyday wines from local and niche wineries, as well as craft and specialty beers. It’s a one-stop shop for all your libation needs. READER RECOMMENDED MISSION WINE & SPIRITS 1785 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena (626) 797-0500 | missionliquor.com MONOPOLE WINE 21 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena (626) 577-9463 monopolewine.com ■
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PW READERS CRAVE FANTASY BUT SEEM TO FIND COMFORT AT ESTABLISHED VENUES BY BLISS BOWEN To paraphrase Paul Montague in Anthony Trollope’s “The Way We Live Now,” “It’s a strange and complicated life, the way we live now, and things aren’t always as clear-cut as we’d like them to be.” Indeed. By any measuring standard you care to employ, these are trying times in which we live, and history tells us that it’s during such socially and economically challenging periods that the human beast craves diversion — fantasy and release — and comfort. This year’s Best of Pasadena picks certainly bear that out. From dive bars that steadfastly resist Old Pasadena’s corporatization and adult beverages and elegantly appointed environs that evoke 1930s-era speakeasies to budget- and family-friendly happy hours and concert venues, PW readers consistently expressed their preference for establishments that feed their need for particular creature comforts. Some things never seem to change: Mijares Mexican Restaurant continues to get enthusiastic thumbs-up for its flavorful margaritas, and fans of the grape renewed their appreciation of the Vertical Bar’s menu of wines from around the globe by giving it the nod for Best Wine Selection. The billiard tables, dependable comfort food, inviting license-plate décor and inescapable TV screens at Barney’s Beanery once again earned it your vote as Best Sports Bar. And the 1886 Bar at the Raymond again won top honors for cocktails like the ever-popular Smoking Jacket, handcrafted and delivered in a handsome space where the art of taking time to make something original and right is still valued. During the Depression, audiences flocked to purely escapist films like “The Wizard of Oz,” Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers’ frothy “Top Hat” and Busby Berkeley’s extravagantly choreographed movie musicals. Now, audiences expect a little more reality in even the most fantastic of cinematic spectacles; they also expect a night at the movies to be at least
as comfortable as watching Netflix on big-screen TVs at home. PW readers expressed their appreciation of the ArcLight’s first-run programming, roomy seating and in-house bar by naming it Pasadena’s Best Movie Theater. The historic and architecturally distinctive Pasadena Playhouse remained readers’ choice for Best Live Theater Venue, thanks to its winning mix of beloved classics and more intimate productions of lesser-known works. The Levitt Pavilion’s series of free, consistently high-quality concerts by regional, national and international artists elevates Pasadena’s music scene, making it a go-to destination during the summer months. (We would like to see that much live music happening across the Crown City the rest of the year too.) The Levitt’s outdoor setting — in Memorial Park, under the stars, surrounded by trees strung with little lights — makes it an extraappealing option for families and music lovers looking for a safe, comfortable place to connect. Small wonder you gave it some love as Best Live Music Venue. Community is also one of the joys of a neighborhood watering hole. There are bars that make patrons feel as though they’re relaxing in their dream den, if said comfort zone’s been transformed by an upscale decorator — and then there are bars that feel like home. Count perennial favorite Lucky Baldwins among the former. PW readers’ choice for Best Bar and Best Pub Grub styles itself after venerable English pubs, from the bangers and mash and traditional meat pies on the menu to the extensive array of English ciders, Belgian ales and German pilsners topped off at the bar. Most importantly, its brick-walled ambiance, friendly staff and occasional holiday festivities (like the forthcoming Oktoberfest) make it an attractive, dependably welcoming shelter from the storms of everyday life. Ah, the comforts of the familiar. CONTINUED ON PAGE 74
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Diner’s Wonderland PASADENA AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES HOST RESTAURANTS THAT OFFER CULINARY TREATS FROM AROUND THE WORLD BY REBECCA KUZINS Pasadena and its surrounding cities are truly the Land of Enchantment for people who enjoy dining out. Local residents and visitors need not wish upon a star to obtain a great meal; with more than 600 eateries in Pasadena alone — not to mention the hundreds of restaurants in Glendale, Altadena, South Pasadena, San Marino, Eagle Rock, Alhambra and Arcadia — people can easily make their dining dreams a culinary reality. Like fairy godmothers waving their wands, chefs and other employees at the best restaurants can make the hard work of preparing and serving a meal seem invisible to their customers. Great chefs are kitchen wizards whose combination of creativity, innovation and skill can conjure up an entrancing dining experience. Dave Caldwell, the owner of Major Dave’s Chicken, this year’s winner for Best Restaurant, has perfected the sorcery that enables him to take an ordinary piece of chicken and turn it into mouth-watering fried chicken with just the right amount of crispness, saltiness and juiciness. This year’s winner for Best Chef, Claud Beltran at Bacchus’ Kitchen (2015’s Best New Restaurant), learned his culinary magic from renowned chef Thomas Keller, eventually becoming one of the top chefs in the Los Angeles area. Ethnic restaurants, including the top ones in this year’s poll, can whisk diners away on a magic carpet to visit faraway places — Armenia (Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant), China (Panda Inn and Yang Chow), France (Maison Akira), India (All India Café), Italy (Celestino Ristorante & Bar), Japan (Kabuki Japanese Restaurant), Korea (Gaon Authentic Korean BBQ), the Mediterranean (Mediterranean Café), Mexico (Mijares Mexican Restaurant), Iran (Heidar Baba), Argentina (Malbec), Spain (Racion), Thailand (Daisy
Mint) and Vietnam (Saigon Noodle Restaurant). Some of the other winners practice the witchery of converting everyday foods into something bewitching — burgers and hot dogs (Dog Haus), cupcakes (Dot’s Cupcakes), sandwiches (Pasadena Sandwich Company), dim sum (Lunasia Dim Sum House), ice cream (Carmela Ice Cream), coffee (Lavender & Honey Espresso Bar), beer (Craftsman Brewing Co.), pizza (The Luggage Room), salad (Green Street Restaurant), burritos (Burrito Express), tacos (King Taco), vegetarian food (Veggie Grill), juice (Pressed Juicery), seafood (Cameron’s Seafood Restaurant), health and organic food (Real Food Daily) and chicken wings (Buffalo Wild Wings). The staff at other local eateries can infuse the usual breakfast (Marston’s), business lunch (Smitty’s Grill), special occasion (Parkway Grill), Sunday brunch (Mijares Mexican Restaurant) or family meal (Kabuki Japanese Restaurant) with a charm that mesmerizes diners. Tops Walnut knows the secret of whipping up a top-quality meal at an affordable price. And what can be more magical than a dinner date at The Raymond, this year’s winner for Best Romantic Restaurant? No one who has eaten at a local restaurant has spotted a centaur, mermaid, hobbit, fairy, elf or other fantastic creature dining there. But perhaps in the late-night or earlymorning hours, when most places are closed and no one is around, these fairytale figures sneak into the eateries to partake of the local fare and experience the enchantment of Pasadena area dining. CONTINUED ON PAGE 85
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1881 1881 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena, (626) 794-3068 $ AVANTI 111 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena, (626) 577-4688 avanticafe.com $$ BONNIE B’S SMOKIN BBQ 1280 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena, (626) 794-0132 bonniebssmokin.com $$ CALIFORNIA CHUTNEY 45 Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 396-6947 www.CaliChutney.com $ Our goal at California Chutney is to share Modern Indian food that’s full of flavor yet still light and healthy. Enjoy our HandCrafted Naan Bread, Artisan Chutneys, and Tandoori Roasted Meats made fresh right in front of you, in our glass kitchen. Serving daily at the corner of Raymond & Union.
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California Chutney Tandoori Restaurant 45 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 396-6947 No Alcohol/Major Cards
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oly Mole, Batman! Something really new and different has come to Pasadena — Indian-Mexican fusion food brought to you by the recently opened California Chutney Tandoori Kitchen. Now, CaliChutney’s not the fi rst to have created this wonderful partnership. Restaurants like the 23rd Street Café near USC and Cowboys and Turbans in Silver Lake have been dishing up tacos and burritos stuffed with fragrant fi llings from the “exotic Orient” for at least five years. But CaliChutney’s the fi rst Pasadena iteration of this happy marriage of East and Southwest, and it’s a little different from the others. For one thing, CaliChutney’s menu is more limited and the fusion’s a little fuller. Straight Indian specialties include a
vegetarian plate (chickpeas or lentil soup and paneer with kale, with cucumber yogurt, salad, rice and naan — $8.75) and a chicken tikka plate (same as the vegetarian with the addition of roasted, spiced and simmered chicken — $9.75), as well as five bowls made with tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, chili-garlic lamb keema, paneer with kale and braised chickpeas ($5.75 — $7.75). The rest of the menu is made up almost exclusively of Cali naan (yeast-bread) tacos (single $4.25, duo $7.95, trio $10.95) and roti (flat-bread) burritos ($6.95). They can be fi lled with the same five items available as bowl toppings along with chutneys, veggies and, for burritos, rice. There are a few traditional Indian sides, like lentil soup ($3), samosas (two for $3.95), or pappadam (spiced cracker-bread 50¢). Drinks include pre-made CONTINUED ON PAGE 102
KABUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANTS 88 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, (626) 568-9310 3539 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, (626) 351-8963 kabukirestaurants.com $$ When you walk into a Kabuki you won’t be overwhelmed with Asian decor and music. What you will encounter is a casual atmosphere with today’s hottest music playing, people smiling and our friendly staff welcoming you through the doors. Look for the Red Mask. Come eat, drink and have fun! LE GOURMAND 405 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia (626) 256-6789 $$ Le Gourmand offers the highest quality European products including selections of cheese, charcuterie, desserts, organic products, artisan goods, souvenir items and custom gourmet gift baskets and amenities offered as well. LOS TACOS 1 W. California Blvd., Pasadena (626) 795-9291 504 W. Las Tunas Blvd., San Gabriel (626) 293-8995 lostacospasadena.com $ MAJOR DAVE’S CHICKEN 163 N. Hill Ave., Pasadena majordaveschicken.com $
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PW OPINION People are hooked! Meat District’s signature dish, diish,, The Meat Hook, boasts 10 oz of succulent chunks unnkss of 100% natural ‘Never Ever’ (hormone, steroidd and antibiotic free) prime dry aged, for a minimum mum m of 21 days, NY sirloin, rib eye and filet with pepp pers, onions and corn with creamy pepper sauce. Creatively presented, The Meat Hook is served with a choice of fries or garden salad.
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NEW DELHI PALACE 950 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 405-0666 newdelhipalacepasadena.com $$ SALADANG 363 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 793-8123 saladangsong.com $
LUNASIA DIMSUM HOUSE 239 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 793-8822 Lunasiadimsumhouse.com $$ Lunasia Dimsum House is known for its delectable Chinese dishes and dimsum, a style of Cantonese food prepared as “small bites.” Dimsum is served all day. MARGARITA’S 155 S. Rosemead Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-4193, margaritasmexicanfood.com $$ MEAT DISTRICT CO. 69 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 965-9902 Meatdistrictco.com $$$
T. BOYLES TAVERN 37 N Catalina Ave., Pasadena, (626) 578-0957 $ THE GREEK CAFE 761 E. Altadena Drive, Altadena (626) 794-9839 $ $ TIPPAROS THAI RESTAURANT 2486 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 405-9755 $ TOPS WALNUT 1792 E. Walnut St., Pasadena (626) 584-0244 topsburger.com $
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mango lassi and iced chai (each $3.50). But, for the most part, CaliChutney is a place to mix it up. The name of the restaurant isn’t just a passing reference to Indian relishes. CaliChutney boasts a full self-help bar (similar to salsa bars in Mexican “tacoterias”) featuring a half-dozen “artisan” chutneys: cinnamon pineapple, tamarind apple, cucumber yogurt, fresh cilantro, mango ginger and roasted chili. Six tacos and a double order of samosas were barely enough food to enable us to adequately sample and resample them, more’s the pity. CaliChutney’s set up to be a fast-food restaurant. There’s a cafeteria line behind which is a mesmerizing and somewhat confusing array of ingredients you can have your server add to your “protein” once you’ve chosen it and decided in what manner you’d like to eat it (bowl, plate, taco or burrito), very much like sandwich prep at Subway. Luckily, we came in for an early lunch around 11:30 a.m. and were able to pause and ask questions. By the time we left an hour later, a line had formed and my guess is dawdlers would be frowned upon. At any rate, among the many garnishes were cilantro, green and purple onion, diced red pepper, diced cucumber, cucumber in chili sauce, greens, avocado, pickled onion and seasoned salt, as well as the same chutneys you can get yourself at the bar. Frankly, even though our tacos were plump, I thought they might completely disappear under the toppings, wedged as they were into compartmentalized metal stands. So we asked for most of our toppings “on the side” in little plastic cups. At the end of the prep line, we ordered our samosas, a cup of lentil soup and a six-inch-wide chai-spiced cookie ($1.25), picked up a mango lassi from a refrigerated case which also held bottled chai ($3.50) and coconut water ($2.95), got a couple of plastic glasses for self-serve iced tea or soda ($1.95), took our trays and found a table near the chutney display. Once seated, we examined the way-too complicated soda dispenser (Coca-Cola sponsored, 102 PASADENA WEEKLY | 10.08.15 | BEST OF PASADENA
with at least a dozen choices) and decided instead on black or lemon tea from easy-to-operate urns. We loved everything we ate and found the puffy, chewy naan a great substitute for tortillas. However, upright in stands placed directly on paper-lined trays, the tacos were difficult to manage without plates. There was absolutely no way to “decompose” and garnish them easily with all the cuplets of nifty addons we’d glommed from our infi nitely patient server. (A shout-out to Byron, a real gem!) Our samosas, delivered piping hot a few minutes after we were seated, did come on plates, but they were too small to accommodate tacos. The soup, which we “doctored” with onions and cilantro, was thick, rich and satisfying. Ditto the lassi. And, although the chai spices in the cookie were subtle, second by far to the obvious butter content, we certainly enjoyed it. In fact, other than the messiness of the tacos once we’d tarted them up, we found absolutely nothing to fault. California Chutney’s location at the southwest corner of North Raymond Avenue and Union Street in Old Pasadena makes it easy to park in one of the municipal garages and grab a quick bite. The L-shaped restaurant itself is light and bright, glass-wrapped and industrial/minimalist in décor. Furnishings are light wood and metal with some banquettes. Flooring is also light wood. There’s an impressive tandoor oven at the start of the line. When we were there, it was dormant but photos on Yelp capture the making of naan and roti. Speaking of Yelp, I looked at some of the early comments about CaliChutney when it fi rst opened in March and noted that diners were raving about tandoori shrimp tacos. But we saw nary a trace of seafood on offer. And there’s a sign posted on the window by the door advertising the restaurant’s masala steak tacos (again with lots of positive comments by Yelpers). But Byron told us that lamb and chicken were the only meats on the menu at present, so, obviously, the restaurant’s still evolving. We give it a defi nite thumbs-up as is, but count me as a yes vote for the reinstatement of shrimp! ■
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•WELL-BEING• BY PATTI CARMALT-VENER
As the Spirit Moves Us THE RELIGIOUS VIEWS OF A PERSON CARING FOR AN ILL PERSON IN SEARCH OF ANSWERS ARE IMPORTANT TO KNOW Dear Patti, I’m widowed and my sister, Mary, is divorced, so for the last four years we have been living together and the arrangement has been working very nicely. Mary has a serious chronic illness that in the last few months has exacerbated and she will soon need 24-hour home care. That’s all right because I really want my sister to stay with me. We can afford it and also have the room in our home to accommodate a caregiver staying with us. A concern came up when Mary and I were discussing interviewing prospective candidates. She requested someone that could understand and appreciate her newfound spirituality. As children we were raised in a strict Christian home where the fear of God was put before us daily. I don’t want anyone putting their views on me, especially in my home. My sister says she’s not sure she believes there is a god so I don’t even know what she means by “spirituality.” I suspect her spiritual quest has more to do with her fear of death but I would never say that to her. Due to childhood experiences, I’m not thrilled about having a religious or “spiritual” person in my home. I don’t care to hear someone else’s opinions and thoughts about abortion, premarital sex, infidelity, drinking or how our grandchildren should be disciplined due to her religiosity or spirituality. At the same time, I’m sincerely devoted to meeting my sister’s needs and requests, especially at this stage in her life. —Jan Dear Jan, Spirituality is often defined as the beliefs and practices based on personal values, the meaning and purpose of life, and the view that there’s a power outside of one’s self that transcends understanding. Others believe that spirituality is the process of searching to discover what is sacred. If Mary is specifically requesting caregiving that incorporates a religious or spiritual component, it might help for her to understand the practitioner’s religious or spiritual background and beliefs. What does your sister want in her caregiver? Is she looking for a perceived closeness or connection to God or a higher power? Is she looking for a spirituality or religiosity that is a force or motivation which provides direction and guidance for living, often referred to as a sustaining force? Some caregivers, in the endeavor of fulfilling their patients’ needs (and when desired by the patient), include religious and spiritual areas since they’re important factors of human experience. Not considering these issues when asked for by the patient would lead to insensitive assessment and treatment. There are other practitioners who believe that the symptoms resulting from spiritual distress are similar to the symptoms of depression; therefore, addressing problems of spiritual or religious origin may be an important aspect of treating depression. Spirituality and religion are often considered important aspects of care for patients with chronic illnesses and are used as an inner resource to overcome the challenges associated with health problems. The following questions may be helpful for Mary to answer and give to her caregiver: What type of spiritual or religious support do you desire? What provides you with strength and hope? Do you use prayer in your life? What does dying mean to you? How does faith help you cope with illness? Since you personally have misgivings about a caregiver using spiritual interventions, these guidelines may be helpful: A trusting relationship between Mary and her caregiver should exist before using spiritual interventions. Obtaining Mary’s permission to discuss spiritual or religious issues is crucial. Spiritual interventions should be used within Mary’s value system, not universally. Spiritual interventions should be used cautiously, with careful thought and planning. Having the caretaker answer the following questions may be helpful as well: Are you a spiritual or religious person? What ethical concerns do you have about incorporating spirituality or religion in your caregiving? How knowledgeable are you about different spiritual and religious belief systems outside your own? How do you feel about using prayer with patients? What was your most painful experience with religion or spirituality while growing up? As an adult? How has it affected you? What are your reactions when you meet someone who has a set of spiritual or religious belief systems that are different from your own? Respect and trust are crucial to the relationship between a caregiver and a patient providing a supportive spiritual exploration.■ Patti Carmalt-Vener, a faculty member with the Southern California Society for Intensive Short Term Psychotherapy, has been a psychotherapist in private practice for 23 years and has offices in Pasadena, Santa Monica and Canoga Park. Contact her at (626) 584-8582 or email pcarmalt@aol.com. Visit her website, patticarmalt-vener.com.
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04/15/1994
$620,000 $500,000 $422,000 $480,000 $450,000 $537,000 $132,000 $605,000
08/24/2012 06/24/2008 09/10/2002 11/05/2014 09/19/2003 06/01/2011 05/23/1997 02/13/2014
$597,000
06/10/2005
$411,000
06/08/2004
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05/18/2001
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$2,570,000 $1,485,500
11/23/2009 07/30/2013
$1,025,000 $510,000
06/30/2005 09/05/2003
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460 East Grandview Avenue 145 West Bonita Avenue 579 Los Rocas Drive 708 West Sierra Madre Blvd. #31 SOUTH PASADENA
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ART EVERYWHERE!
A CHILD SHALL LEAD
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HAIL PEGGY! LUCKY BALDWINS CO-FOUNDER PEGGY SIMONIAN IS KNIGHTED IN BELGIUM FOR HER BEER-BREWING SKILLS BY REBECCA KUZINS
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ll hail Peggy Simonian, Honorary Knight of the Knighthood of the Brewers’ Mash Staff! Simonian, co-founder of Lucky Baldwins Pub, was inducted into the knighthood last month in recognition of her efforts to promote Belgian beer in the United States. The Knighthood of the Brewer’s Mash Staff is an organization of Belgian brewers that carries on centuries-old brewing traditions. The group holds an annual ceremony to celebrate honorary knights from around the world as part of its Belgian Beer Weekend. This year’s ceremony was held on Sept. 5 and began when a procession of knights and other people affi liated with the knighthood walked the streets from Brussels’ City Hall to a nearby cathedral, where a priest blessed a keg of beer. The procession returned to City Hall, where Simonian and the other new knights were tapped on the shoulder with a mash staff — a wooden pole used to stir grain before the advent of machinery — instead of being dubbed with
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GET YOUR OWN... BY JOHN SOLLENBERGER
ROCK STAR HISTORY
Greg Renoff discusses and signs “Van Halen Rising: How a Southern California Backyard Party Band Saved Heavy Metal” at 7 p.m. Friday at Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Call (626) 449-5320 or visit vromansbookstore.com.
GOOD TIME MUSIC
The Swingin’ with Dean Show features Dean Ratzman performing music of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ray Charles, Duke Ellington, Elvis, the Beach Boys, the Young Rascals, Neil Diamond and his own original music at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Pasadena Public Library’s Linda Vista Branch, 1281 Bryant St., Pasadena. Call (626) 744-7278 or visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net.
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A Taste of South Lake features food from more than 25 South Lake Avenue restaurants, cooking demonstrations by top area chefs, live music by several bands, vendors and other activities from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Corporate Center Pasadena, 251 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena. Free. Call (626) 792-1259 or visit southlakeavenue.org.
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Mick Taras displays his multi-genre guitar work, at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at redwhite+bluezz, 37 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena. No cover. Call (626) 792-4441 or visit redwhitebluezz.com.
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HAIL PEGGY! CONTINUED FROM PAGE 111 a sword. The newly inducted knights then cut a ribbon to officially begin the celebration of Belgian Beer Weekend. Simonian, who was one of 10 people honored, says the knights who took part in the ceremony “are involved in the Belgian beer culture. Some of them are families that have their own breweries and passed them down from generation to generation. Brewing beer is a huge part of Belgium’s culture and life. It started with the monks brewing beer to fight diseases. “ Simonian describes herself as an “ambassador” of the Belgian beer industry, “somebody who is actively spreading the word for Belgian beer.” Lucky Baldwins was recognized for its contributions to the industry in 2004, when Simonian’s business partner, Dave Farnworth, was inducted as an honorary knight. Farnsworth died in 2011. “We were recognized back in 2004 mainly because Lucky Baldwins was a pioneer for Belgian beer at that time,” Simonian says. “We were part of a movement of introducing Belgian beer in Southern California. In 2000, when Lucky Baldwins held its fi rst Belgian Beer Festival, Simonian recalls, “People were only drinking Miller Lite or Budweiser. The craft beer movement hadn’t started. It [promoting Belgian beer] was a very, very hard slog in those early days, because people didn’t drink beer.” It was also a hard slog to obtain Belgian beers in Southern California. Farnworth personally contacted an importer who agreed to import and distribute these beverages to Lucky Baldwins. “He was very active in mapping out the path in order to get the beer here,” says Simonian. As part of the initial Belgian Beer festivals a representative from Global Beer Network, the exclusive US importer for several Belgian breweries, dressed up as a monk and told customers about the different types of Belgian beer. Many of Lucky Baldwins customers were pleasantly surprised to learn that Belgian beer tasted a lot better than the products brewed in the United States. Simonian attributes the high quality of Belgian beer to its balanced mixture, with
neither hops nor any other ingredient dominating the others. “In America, IPA (India Pale Ale) is a huge craze. … Some beers are very aggressively hoppy. People love that. But an equal number of people want an evenly balanced beer.” Lucky Baldwins continues to hold its Belgian Beer Festivals each February and August. But Simonian says the character of these events has changed. Customers now have ready access to Belgian beers and are knowledgeable about the wide variety of craft beers now available. “Craft beer, when it exploded here in California, did take away some Belgian beer business,” she explains. “For some reason or another, people seemed to think that if beer is new, it naturally has to be good. How can you compare somebody who has only just started to brew for a couple years to a brewery that’s brewed for hundreds of years?” In the last few years, the three Lucky Baldwins pubs — two in Pasadena and one in Sierra Madre — have served Lucky Baldwins Red, a Belgian brew specially created for the pubs by the Van Steenberge brewery in Belgium. In addition, Mother Earth Brewing Co. in Vista in North County San Diego has created two beers for the pubs. One is Triple Crown, an IPA made with English hops. And on Aug. 20, Lucky Baldwins introduced Peggy’s Porter, which Simonian describes as “more of a brown ale but they call it a porter. It’s not thick and sweet, but is a very easy drink, full of flavor.” She plans to promote Peggy’s Porter and the three pubs next year, when Lucky Baldwins celebrates its 20th anniversary. “I remember the day my business partner invited me to come in here,” recalls Simonian about the popular pub located on Raymond Avenue, just south of Colorado Boulevard, in Old Pasadena. “And I walked in and looked around. The walls were bare, there wasn’t anybody in here. And I said to David, ‘What are we buying?’ “There was no business here at the time, but we took it over,” she says. “Both David and I really, really worked hard to establish something, and I think that we’ve succeeded.” ■ BEST OF PASADENA | 10.08.15 | PASADENA WEEKLY 113
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PASADENA, SOUTH PASADENA & ALTADENA 1881 Bar 1881 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena (626) 794-3068 pasadena-bars.com/1881-club Live entertainment on select nights of the week The Boulevard Bar 3199 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena (626) 356-9304 blvdbar.com Fridays—Drag performances hosted by Tia Wanna every Friday Cabrera’s Mexican Cuisine 655 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 795-0230 cabreras.com Thursdays—Live jazz Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays—Karaoke
Practicing Patience LOCAL AMERICANA QUINTET THE WILD REEDS BRING THEIR SWEET MELODIES AND NEW TUNES TO ONE COLORADO SATURDAY
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uzz has been steadily building around the Wild Reeds for the past few years, as word of mouth has spread about their engaging stage presence and the sibling-like harmonies between bandleader Kinsey Lee and guitarists Mackenzie Howe and Sharon Silva. In recent months that buzz has gone into overdrive, and not just because the band’s members are exceptionally focused. “In the last three months, we got a manager and a booking agent, so all of us had to quit our jobs and say this is what we’re going to do with our lives and try to make it work,” Lee explains, speaking by cellphone during the last hour of the band’s drive home to Los Angeles after playing a show in Austin, Texas. “So the way that we’re committed to our music now as opposed to what we were committed to a couple years ago has totally changed our attitude onstage. We’re putting 100 percent into our music instead of having to run from our day jobs and be distracted.” The band started when Lee was attending Citrus College and
met Howe and Silva; in 2010 they released “Songs for the Morning, Afternoon and Evening,” an album showcasing their sibling-like harmony blend and sweet melodies. But they could only tour during spring and Christmas breaks. Once they all graduated from their schools, they recruited bassist Nick Phakpiseth and drummer Nick Jones. In November the Wild Reeds will mark their three-year anniversary as a five-piece. “We found the dudes,” Lee says, “and … it was like, ‘Wow, we have so much more room to grow and progress as artists.’” The tougher rhythmic drive fattened their sound, with Howe and Lee continuing to trade off on banjo and harmonium while Silva plays acoustic and electric guitar. It’s an interesting instrumental combination that adds depth to “Blind and Brave,” the Appalachian-flavored album they released last summer. Based mostly on the Eastside — “Echo Park, Highland Park, we’re kind of scattered all over the place” — the Reeds return to One Colorado this Saturday with a satchel of
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new material. “We’re sitting on at least 25 new songs,” Lee says. Their recent itinerary’s included the Americana fest in Nashville, and last Saturday’s Bluegrass Situation-sponsored concert at the Greek Theatre alongside Dawes, the Lone Bellow, Punch Brothers and Dustbowl Revival. Next week they’ll start an East Coast tour that will include a showcase at the CMJ Music Marathon in New York, then return home to open for Noah Gundersen at Hollywood’s Fonda Theater Oct. 29. “The challenge for all of us is being patient in the process of being independent artists,” Lee observes. “None of us have lost faith in our music. We know that it’s good and once it gets to the ears that it needs to get to, it’s gonna do really well. But just having patience with getting our music out there — that’s a challenge for us.” ■ The Wild Reeds perform two sets starting at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at One Colorado, 41 Hugus Alley, Pasadena; free admission. Info: (626) 564-1066. Thewildreedsmusic.com, onecolorado.com
Coffee Gallery Backstage 2029 N. Lake Ave., Altadena (626) 798-6236 coffeegallery.com Thursday—Tia McGraff and Tommy Parham w/ special guest Kevin Fisher Friday—Jeni & Billy w/special guest Craig Eastman Saturday—The Kennedys Sunday—I See Hawks in LA Monday—The Tannahill Weavers Tuesday—Lorin Sklamberg w/David Ashkanazy Wednesday—Molly Ryan and Dan Levinson
Coffee Gallery Community Stage 2029 N. Lake Ave., Altadena (626) 398-7917 coffeegallery.com Thursdays—Artisan Alley w/ two musical acts, two musical open mics, works of a featured artist, DJ and fresh barbecue Fridays—Music open mic Saturdays—Potlikker Showcase w/musical performers, poets, spoken word, Americana music and deejay Sundays—Music open mic hosted by King Tuesdays—Comedy open mic El Portal Restaurant 695 E. Green St., Pasadena (626) 795-8553 elportalrestaurant.com Fridays—Mariachi México Saturdays—Alanniz Sundays—Mariachi Bella Esquire Bar & Lounge 3772 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena (626) 795-0360 esquirebar.com Friday & Saturday—DJ Ice House 24 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena (626) 577-1894 icehousecomedy.com Thursday—Open mic w/Ari Mannnis and Ken Garr; 10 Comics for $10 All-Star Comedy Show; Ryan D presents Thursday Night Riot Friday—Ralph Harris 5-Star Comedy; Rex Navarette Saturday— Ralph Harris 5-Star Comedy; Rex Navarette Sunday—Dave McNary’s All-Star Variety Show; Six Weeks to Stand-Up with Rudy Moreno; Fritz Coleman Speaks to a Generation ALS Golden West Chapter benefit Wednesday—Live taping for Comedy Time Plus; Comedy Madness
Soaring Sounds THE KATHY KALLICK BAND BRINGS ACCLAIMED STYLE TO CALTECH ONE OF THE MOST CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED BLUEGRASS BANDS IN THE LAND WILL BE PLAYING AT CALTECH SATURDAY WHEN THE PASADENA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY BRINGS THE KATHY KALLICK BAND TO THE BECKMAN INSTITUTE AUDITORIUM STAGE. This will be the Bay Area band’s first show in Pasadena. The group is widely hailed as one of California’s top progenitors of the bluegrass genre. Kallick and company offer soaring vocals and high-flying instrumentation. They pay tribute to some of the mightiest influences of early bluegrass, including Bill Monroe, the Louvin Brothers and many others. Staying true to the style while producing original sounds has earned the band top kudos from critics, who praise Kallick’s distinctive voice as well as her musicianship, and that of fellow bandmates. She is joined by Annie Staninec on fiddle and clawhammer banjo, Tom Bekeny on mandolin and fiddle, Greg Booth on dobro and banjo, and Cary Black on acoustic bass. The band’s latest release is “Time.” Check them out at kathykallick.com. — John Sollenberger Music starts at 8 p.m. in Caltech’s Beckman Institute Auditorium, 400 S. Wilson Ave., Pasadena. Tickets are $20, $5 for Caltech students and children. Call (626) 395-4652 or visit folkmusic.caltech.edu.
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Kings Row Gastropub 20 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 793-3010 kingsrowpub.com Thursday—C4 Acoustic Friday—Past Action Heroes Saturday—Steel Rod Sunday—Reggae Sunday w/My Reggae Band; Danny and Raffa MEOWMEOWZ! 2423 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 798-6969 facebook.com/meowmeowz Fridays—Live music every Friday The Novel Café 1713 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 683-3309 novelcafe.com Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays—Live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Old Towne Pub 66 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena (626) 577-6583 theoldtownepub.com Live music most nights of the week Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association 73 N. Hill Ave., Pasadena (626) 799-5689 pasadenaballroomdance.com The Saturday Swing Dance features Flattop Tom and His Jumpcats Pasadena Presbyterian Church 585 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 793-2191 ppcmusic.org Wednesday—The Music at Noon concert series features guitarist Joe LoPiccolo Plate 38 2361 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 793-7100 plate38.com Fridays & Saturdays—Live music on select Fridays & Saturdays redwhite+bluezz 37 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena (626) 792-4441 redwhitebluezz.com Thursday—Steve Carr Friday—George Silva Trio Saturday—Bop Chicks Sunday—Mick Taras Wednesday—Steve Johnson T. Boyle’s Tavern
37 N. Catalina Ave., Pasadena (626) 578-0957 tboylestavern.com Sunday—Action Trivia Tuesday—Action Trivia
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY Arcadia Blues Club 16 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia (626) 447-9349 arcadiabluesclub.com Friday—Hunter & the Dirty Jacks Saturday—Rafael Tranquilino Band The Buccaneer 70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre (626) 355-9045 myspace.com/piratedive Wednesday—Wednesday Night Platter Party: Bring your fave vinyl to be spun on turntable First Cabin 46 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia (626) 446-2575 Thursdays-Saturdays—Pat O’Brien & the Priests of Love exalt the blues and classic rock The Granada 17 S. First St., Alhambra (626) 227-2572 thegranadala.com Thursday—Deejay Kenny; Deejay Vince; Deejay Miro Friday—Deejay Frank Saturday—Live music w/Jimmy Bosch and the Granada All Stars; Deejay Miro; Deejay Kenny; Deejay Tico Sunday—Ballroom Dinner Dance w/Two’s Company; Deejay Steve Tuesday—Deejay Good Times; Deejay Kenny Matt Denny’s Ale House 145 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia (626) 462-0250 mattdennys.com Tuesday—J.C. Hyke Songwriter Serenade features Daisy O’Connor; The Locke Brothers; Dina Valenz; Andrew Kelsey The Peppertree Grill 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre (626) 355-8444 thepeppertreegrill.com Friday—Len Mendoza; The Kate Brown Band Saturday—Len Mendoza; Play’n Lucky Villa Catrina 251 N. Santa Anita Ave., Arcadia
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THE BIRD & THE BEE, Recreational Love (Rostrum): ★★★★ Frontwoman Inara George and multi-instrumentalist Greg Kurstin follow their 2010 Hall & Oates tribute (“Interpreting the Masters, Vol. 1”) with this hummable, danceable pop confection. George’s sultry, precise vocals tease out every elusive drop of emotional depth (“I know I’m ambitious but you’re so delicious/ I wish every day was Sadie Hawkins Day” she sasses on “Runaway”), but with arrangements this delightfully sophisticated it feels churlish to complain about lightweight lyrics. Playing Taste of South Lake fest on Saturday, Oct. 10. thebirdandthebee.com
Colombo’s Restaurant 1833 Colorado Blvd., Eagle Rock (323) 254-9138 colombosrestaurant.com Thursday—Trifecta Friday—Steve Thompson Monday—Eric Eckstrand Trio Tuesday—Tom Armbruster Wednesday—Jimmy Spencer, Karen Hernandez and Friends
DONNIE FRITTS, Oh My Goodness (Single Lock/Thirty Tigers): ★★★★ The longtime Kris Kristofferson keyboardist and Muscle Shoals native gets the gold treatment he deserves from John Paul White of the Civil Wars, who produced and wisely keeps arrangements simple, the better to savor Fritts’ weathered baritone, wit and naturally swampy groove. He’s got a nice support team on hand, including longtime buddy Spooner Oldham and Alabama Shakes’ Brittany Howard and Ben Tanner, but their tasteful contributions just sharpen focus on the earthy, unpretentious soul of songs like the yearning “Temporarily Forever” and “Them Old Love Songs.” Other highlights: “Memphis Women and Chicken,” “Tuscaloosa, 1962.” funkydonniefritts.com, singlelock.com
Days Inn Lounge 450 Pioneer Drive, Glendale (323) 259-5900 tommydodson.com Fridays—Tommy Dodson and friends present Cabaret Fridays
JULIA HOLTER, Have You in My Wilderness (Domino): ★★★½✩ Never shy about taking new directions, the LA composer isn’t hesitant to demand listener patience either. Thus, while she turns inward after 2013’s ensemble-oriented “Loud City Song,” her orchestrated pop’s production sometimes undercuts the emotional intimacy of songs like “How Long?” (which sounds like an outtake from a Kurt Weill piece) and the fascinatingly hazy “Vasquez.” Highlights: “Night Song,” where her voice floats around cello accents in a synth-generated mist, and the melodic “Silhouette.” At Hollywood Palladium Thursday, Oct. 8. juliashammasholter.com
(626) 294-1973 villacatrina.com Thursdays—Comedy open mic every first and third Thursday of the month Wednesdays—Karaoke w/Deejay Zary
Jax 339 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale (818) 500-1604 jaxbarandgrill.com Thursday—Jazz Butchers Friday—Mike Gurley & the Nightcaps Saturday—Windy City Blues Band Sunday—Closed for Columbus Day Monday—Closed for Columbus Day Tuesday—J.C. Spires Wednesday—Cougar Estrada Left Coast Wine Bar 117 E. Harvard St., Glendale (818) 507-7011 leftcoastwinebar.com Live music most nights of the week
KATHY KALLICK BAND, Foxhounds (Live Oak): ★★★½✩ The California bluegrass veteran opens her latest album with a tribute to Bill Monroe: the sprightly title track, which recalls hanging with the Father of Bluegrass on his front porch in the 1980s. It sets the tone for a solid album that reminds that, in addition to being a limber, clear-toned singer, Kallick’s an insightful songwriter. Her tight band includes fiddler Annie Staninec, just named Instrumentalist of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association; their harmonious duet on Lily Mae Ledford’s “Banjo Pickin’ Girl” is a kicky highlight. At Caltech’s Beckman Institute Auditorium Saturday, Oct. 10. kathykallick.com
Winchester Room 6522 San Fernando Road, Glendale (818) 241-5475 thewinchesterroom.com Friday—Karaoke Saturday—Karaoke ■
Get Lucky PLAY’N LUCKY ROCKS PEPPERTREE GRILL SATURDAY NIGHT IS A GREAT TIME TO CATCH SOME FEEL-GOOD, SULTRY SOUL, WITH A FEW OTHER INFLUENCES MIXED IN, WHEN PLAY’N LUCKY STOPS BY THE PEPPERTREE GRILL IN SIERRA MADRE. The LA-based quintet is a familiar act here. The band brings in the crowds with its well-polished style. Fans can expect to see a repertoire consisting of a wide range of soul, R&B and Motown hits from the 1960s, ’70s and ’80s. In addition, Play’n Lucky boasts a dose of Americana folk rock from the 1970s to the present day. The feel-good hits include music of Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys and the Temptations, among other selections, many of them in the band’s own interpretations. Check them out at facebook.com/playnlucky. — John Sollenberger Music starts at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Peppertree Grill, 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre. No cover. Call (626) 355-8444 or visit thepeppertreegrill.com.
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Art Everywhere! FRIDAY IS ARTNIGHT ALL ACROSS PASADENA BY BLISS BOWEN
2015 may go down in history as an unofficial Year of the Lion thanks to the needless slaughter of Zimbabwe’s Cecil the Lion, who has become a global symbol of economic injustice and vanishing wildlife and who inspired a recently announced lion conservation summit to be held next year. So it seems particularly appropriate that ArtNight, happening this Friday, will feature a lion-centric installation in the historic City Hall courtyard. It’s the kind of timely union of creativity and social awareness that makes ArtNight a meaningful community event. ArtNight, of course, is a free, citywide celebration of art in all its manifestations, one that contributed to Pasadena recently being named Best Arts Town of the West by Sunset magazine. Coordinated by the city’s Cultural Affairs Division, it happens twice a year; the last ArtNight took place in March and attracted 28,000 visitors. It’s remarkable seeing so many people roam up and down the streets of Old Pasadena, maps in hand, as they seek out participating ArtNight venues (and food trucks) and queue up for rides across the city; the relaxed, multigenerational camaraderie is part of the event’s appeal. Free shuttles and Pasadena ARTs buses will ferry passengers throughout the night to 21 official points of interest, where visual art, dance, music and more will be available for public consumption. All exhibits are free and open to the public on ArtNight. Some recommendations: ~“Lions, Tigers, and…” was inspired by the cast-stone lions that are a prominent detail in City Hall’s architecture, and will strive to get onlookers thinking about the nobility and magnificence of lions as living creatures and sociopolitical symbols. Presented by media art collective Freewaves, it will preview a five-part, fi ve-month series launching the next day that will include a sound installation, video projections, musical performances, drum circles and (of course) a social media campaign. Public interpretations of the stone lions will be solicited for a collaborative piece to be unveiled in March. ~The city’s Cultural Affairs Division will launch its NEA-funded Our Town public art project, My Pasadena, in partnership with Side Street Projects. A “mobile outpost” will be stationed on Garfield 116 PASADENA WEEKLY | 10.08.15 | BEST OF PASADENA
Avenue, with information about events and art happenings planned for the next year that will utilize art to build community and stimulate public dialogue about government’s role in that community. Guitarist Joe Gamble’s ensemble will be rocking out nearby. ~The sounds of banjo, washboard and trombone will be emanating from the opposite end of the Civic Center District, where the California Feetwarmers will be playing a New Orleans-style dance party hosted by MUSE/IQUE on the Civic Auditorium Plaza. ~Nightjacket will provide a dreamy musical backdrop to feminist artist Faith Wilding’s “Fearful Symmetries” at Armory Center for the Arts. The retrospective will focus on transformational themes in Wilding’s studio work over the past four decades. ~Curatorial Assistance will be showing House Beautiful photographer Maynard L. Parker’s midcentury work. It’s the first such exhibition to be drawn from the Huntington Library’s archive of the influential lensman’s architectural and garden images. ~Pasadena Museum of History will open “Fabulous Fashion — Decades of Change: 1890s, 1920s & 1950s,” in which vintage couture illustrates changes in social mores and women’s roles at home and in society. The exhibit, scheduled to run through Valentine’s Day, presents more than 40 pieces of carefully preserved women’s clothing — bullet bras, corsets, day dresses, formal gowns and more — from the museum’s Costume and Textile Collection. ~Wear comfy shoes. ■ ArtNight takes place 6-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at venues across Pasadena: A Room to Create (ARC), Armory Center for the Arts, Art Center College of Design’s Williamson Gallery and South Campus, artWORKS Teen Center, Boston Court, City Hall, Curatorial Assistance, Jackie Robinson Community Center, Kidspace Children’s Museum, Light Bringer Project at Day One, Lineage Performing Arts Center, a MUSE/IQUE event at the Pasadena Civic, Norton Simon Museum, Offramp Gallery, Pasadena City Library, Pasadena City College, Pasadena Conservatory of Music, Pasadena Museum of California Art, Pasadena Museum of History and USC Pacific Asia Museum. Free and open to the public. Brochures with thumbnail exhibit descriptions and maps will be available at ArtNight venues. Visit artnightpasadena.org for details about exhibits and shuttles.
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THURSDAY Art Center College of Design Exhibition Williamson Gallery 1700 Lida St., Pasadena Hutto-Patterson Exhibition Hall 870 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena Wind Tunnel Wall and Elevator Cube 950 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 396-2446 artcenter.edu Art Center College of Design presents the indoor and outdoor exhibition “OUTSIDEIN: The Ascendance of Street Art in Visual Culture,” focusing on the insurgent quality of graffiti-based mural painting and its cross-cultural influences, featuring work of more than 10 internationally renowned street artists. The exhibition is installed at all three of Art Center’s galleries. A reception runs from 6 to 10 p.m. tonight, the exhibition goes on view Friday and continues through Jan. 10. Conscientious Projector Armory Center for the Arts 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (818) 517-8878 harvestofempiremovie.com The documentary “Harvest of Empire,” based on the book by journalist and “Democracy Now!” co-host Juan González, offers a historical and economic overview of factors driving northward migration to the US, starting at 7 p.m. Community activist Brian Biery facilitates an audience discussion with local immigration activists. Flintridge Bookstore & Coffeehouse 1010 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Flintridge (818) 790-0717 flintridgebooks.com Author Michelle Lee discusses and signs her new cookbook, “Living Luxe Gluten Free,” and a prize giveaway is included, starting at 7 p.m. The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino (626) 405-2100 huntington.org Hank Jenkins, owner of the Plant Provocateur, discusses installing Australian plants in a drought-tolerant garden at 2:30 p.m. Stanford University Professor of History Gordon H. Chang presents a Cheng Foundation Lecture, “The Chinese and the Construction of the Iron Road,” discussing the role Chinese workers played in construction of America’s first Transcontinental Railroad, at 7:30 p.m. Both events are free; no reservations required. Institute for the Redesign of Learning Special Needs Job Fair War Memorial Building 435 Fair Oaks Ave., South Pasadena facebook.com/events/435801493270937/ The Institute for the Redesign of Learning, the city of South Pasadena, the US Department of Veteran Affairs and the California Department of Rehabilitation host a special needs job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendees should bring multiple resumés and dress for success. RSVP on the facebook page. Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia (626) 821-4623 arboretum.org A Thursday morning seminar features University of California environmental horticulturist and editor of the new “California Gardener Handbook” Dennis Pittenger discussing water conservation for gardeners from 9:30 a.m. to noon, followed by a plant sale. Admission is $20. Pasadena Police Foundation Breakfast First Church of the Nazarene 3700 E. Sierra Madre Blvd., Pasadena pasadenapolicefoundation.org The foundation hosts its annual breakfast, as guests meet Pasadena Police Chief Phillip L.
Sanchez and hear about current goals and accomplishments of the department. Sanchez will speak on challenges facing law enforcement. An opportunity drawing and live auction are included. The breakfast starts at 7:30 a.m. Tickets are $55. Visit the website or email susan@ castlepress.com. Pasadena Public Library, Central Branch 285 E. Walnut St., Pasadena (626) 744-4066 pasadenapubliclibrary.net The Pasadena Humane Society and SPCA’s Barks and Books literacy program invites kids to read stories to a friendly dog at 4 p.m. Pasadena Public Library, Hastings Branch 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena (626) 744-7262 pasadenapubliclibrary.net Students in sixth grade and up can get information on preparing for high school life and the Independent School Entrance Exam with Dan Bodwell, associate director of admissions at Maranatha High School from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Pasadena Public Library, La Pintoresca Branch 1355 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 744-7268 pasadenapubliclibrary.net Local expert Miriam Quezada discusses the art and history of rebozos, the beautiful, versatile, woven shawls of Mexico and displays her collection at 4 p.m. Pasadena Senior Center 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena (626) 795-4331 pasadenaseniorcenter.org A presentation on managing your weight through nutrition and exercise starts at noon. Call for reservations.
FRIDAY ArtNight Pasadena Various Galleries, Pasadena artnightpasadena.org Numerous Pasadena art galleries and cultural institutions open their doors for free, as guests tour galleries and take in music and dance events, including the Norton Simon Museum, Armory Center for the Arts, Lineage Performing Arts Center, Boston Court Performing Arts Center, USC Pacific Asia Museum, Pasadena Conservatory of Music, Kidspace Children’s Museum, Pasadena City College and many others. The event runs from 6 to 10 p.m. Visit the website for participating institutions. Evil Twin Studios Ward 13 Haunted House 1020 El Centro St., South Pasadena eviltwinstudios.com Evil Twin Studios hosts a haunted house, an intense, immersive, interactive haunted attraction based on the fictional Raymond Hill Sanitarium’s Ward 13, a place supposedly reserved for the most violent patients. Tours are from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Oct. 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 and 31. Tickets are $15 on the website, $17 at the door. Pasadena Public Library, Central Branch 285 E. Walnut St., Pasadena (626) 744-4066 pasadenapubliclibrary.net The library hosts its annual Author Fair, as authors are invited to display and sell their books, all subjects included, fiction and non-fiction, from 6 to 10 p.m. Pasadena Senior Center 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena (626) 795-4331 pasadenaseniorcenter.org Free film matinees start at 1 p.m. Fridays. Friday’s film is “Rocky.” Vroman’s Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-5320 vromansbookstore.com Greg Renoff discusses and signs “Van Halen Rising: How a Southern California Backyard Party Band Saved Heavy Metal” at 7 p.m.
SATURDAY All Saints Church 132 N. Euclid Ave., Pasadena (626) 796-1172 allsaints-pas.org Former stand up comic-turned-pastor and author Nadia Bolz-Weber discusses and signs her new book, “Accidental Saints,” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino (626) 405-2100 huntington.org The Penjing Show features world-class examples of the Chinese art of penjing, miniature landscapes similar to Japanese bonsai, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Free with Huntington admission of $25 for adults, $21 for seniors and students, $10 for youth 4 to 11, free for children younger than 4. Nancy Evans Dance Theatre Festival ARC Pasadena 1158 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena nancyevansdancetheatre.com The company presents Friends/Family/Dance Festival 2015.5, featuring works of 12 choreographers representing nine Southern California dance companies, starting at 8 p.m. Saturday and 7 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $20, $15 for seniors and students, available on the website or at the door. Norton Simon Museum 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-6840 nortonsimon.org A guided tour visits works of Van Gogh, from 1 to 2 p.m. A lecture, “The Voyages en Italie: French Travel Literature and the Grand Tour Imagination,” features Clorinda Donato, George L. Graziadlo Chair of Italian Studies at Cal State Long Beach exploring the Grand Tour of Italy, when tourists flocked to the country in the 18th century, and highlights accounts of French tourists who visited there. It runs from 4 to 5 p.m. Admission for both is free with museum admission of $12 for adults, $9 for seniors and free for members, students and those 18 and younger. One Colorado 41 Hugus Alley, Pasadena (626) 564-1066 onecolorado.com Free concerts start at 7 p.m. Saturdays through October. This week’s concert features The Wild Reeds in a blend of folk, jazz and rock. Pasadena Public Library, Central Branch 285 E. Walnut St., Pasadena (626) 744-4066 pasadenapubliclibrary.net Learn how to create a drought-tolerant landscape by removing grass and choosing plants and landscape materials properly, in a workshop from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Reservations are required. Call (626) 744-6970 or visit pwpweb.com/workshops to register. Pasadena Public Library, Lamanda Park Branch 140 S. Altadena Drive, Pasadena (626) 744-7266 pasadenapubliclibrary.net A zumba class starts at 11 a.m. Pasadena Public Library, Linda Vista Branch 1281 Bryant St., Pasadena (626) 744-7278 pasadenapubliclibrary.net The Swingin’ with Dean Show features Dean Ratzman performing music of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ray Charles, Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Elvis, the Beach Boys, the Young Rascals, Neil Diamond and his own original music at 3 p.m. Pasadena Public Library, Santa Catalina Branch 999 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena (626) 744-7272 pasadenapubliclibrary.net The Emerging Urban Poets group hosts featured and open readings, facilitated by Don Kingfisher Campbell at 3 p.m. Pasadena Public Library, San Rafael Branch
A Noise Within, 3352 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena presents Jean Anouilh’s “Antigone,” his re-imagining of the Greek classic that seethes with dramatic power and poses questions about choosing between personal values and those of the larger society. The story was translated and directed by A Noise Within Resident Artist Robertson Dean. It continues through Nov. 20. Tickets are $44 and up. Call (626) 356-3100 or visit anoisewithin.org.
The Luckman Fine Arts Complex, at Cal State LA, 5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles presents Walter Askin’s retrospective exhibition “Mainstreaming the Muse,” featuring Askin’s extensive career and multi-faceted artwork, including sardonic, graphic works, drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture, on view through Oct. 24. Call (323) 343-6600 or visit luckmanarts.org/gallery.
Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena presents the exhibitions “Faith Wilding: Fearful Symmetries,” the first retrospective of the influential feminist artist, “Parlor at the Armory: The World that Begins Where Our Skin Ends,” a multi-artist residency investigating the space between the personal and the public, presented by the Women’s Center for Creative Work and Constance Mallinson’s “Free Painting,” which concludes the Armory’s “Expanding an Expansive Subject” series. All three opened Sept. 26. “Faith Wilding” and “Parlor at the Armory” continue through Jan. 3. “Free Painting” continues through Nov. 28. Call (626) 792-5101 or visit armoryarts.org.
Offramp Gallery, 1702 Lincoln Ave., Pasadena, hosts the exhibitions, “Olly Olly Oxen Free II,” a reprise of last year’s sculpture exhibition by Kristi Engle, “The Egun Squad,” large ink and acrylic pieces by Mark Steven Greenfield and “Composite-Trinity,” an installation by Thinh Nguyen, closing Sunday. Call (626) 298-6931 or visit offrampgallery.com.
California Art Club Gallery at the Old Mill, 1120 Old Mill Road, San Marino, continues its “Road Trip” exhibition series with “A Toast to California: Regional and Seasonal,” featuring paintings celebrating California’s beautiful, diverse regions and bountiful crops, on view through Jan. 10. Call (626) 449-5458 or visit californiaartclub.org. The Flower Pepper Gallery, 121 E. Union St., Pasadena, hosts the exhibition “Foliage,” featuring works imaginatively portraying nature by an eclectic group of artists, on view through Tuesday. Call (626) 795-1895 or visit flowerpepper.com. The Folk Tree, 217 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena presents the 32nd annual Day of the Dead exhibition, featuring altars and ephemera celebrating the traditional Mexican holiday, with works by a large number of artists, which went on view Sept. 26, continuing through Nov. 8. Call (626) 795-8733 or visit folktree.com. Forest Lawn Museum, 1712 S. Glendale Blvd., Glendale presents the exhibition “Leading Ladies: From Fantasy to Reality,” celebrating more than 75 women who have impacted the world, from ancient legends to Hollywood actresses, including images of Audrey Hepburn, Cleopatra, Eleanor Roosevelt, and many others, on view through March 27. Call (800) 204-3131 or visit forestlawn.com.
Rise of the Jack O’ Lanterns at Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge returns for the Halloween season, featuring 5,000 hand-carved jack o’ lanterns, as artists create enormous dragons, jungle creatures, classic cars and favorite characters, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays through Nov. 1. Tickets are $22 to $28, free for children 2 and younger, available at therise.org. Rose Bowl Stadium Tours, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, offer behind-the-scenes visits to the facility. Tours are from 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. the last Friday of the month. Cost is $17.50 for adults, $14.50 for children, seniors and military members. Call (626) 275-2714 or visit rosebowlstadium.com. Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, presents “Always…Patsy Cline,” a musical depicting the legendary singer, starring Cori Cable Kidder and Nikki D’Amico, backed by a live band performing 27 of Cline’s hits, continuing at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 30. Tickets are $34.50 general admission, $32 for seniors, youth age 21 and younger, $25. Call (626) 3554318 or visit sierramadreplayhouse.org. The Theatre @ Boston Court, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena presents the play “Seven Spots on the Sun,” a fable of revenge and redemption, as the people of a Latin American village reel from a devastating civil war while a mysterious plague ravages the town’s children, continuing through Nov. 1. Tickets are $34 general, $29 for seniors and students. Call (626) 683-6883 or visit bostoncourt.com for show times and dates.
The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, presents the exhibition “Magna Carta: Law and Legend,” celebrating the 800th anniversary of the document and includes the Huntington’s 13th century draft of the Magna Carta and other items exploring its relevance to the history of England, the United States and the modern world, closing Monday. The exhibition “American Made: Selections from the Huntington’s Early American Art Collections” continues through Jan. 4. Call (626) 405-2100 or visit huntington.org.
Unbound Productions Wicked Lit Series at Mountain View Mausoleum, 2300 N. Marengo Ave., Altadena returns, featuring Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Fall of the House of Usher,” “The Grove of Rashomon,” adapted from “In A Grove” by Ryunosuke Akutagawa and Edith Nesbitt’s “The Ebony Frame,” with performances at 7:30 p.m. Friday through Nov. 14. Tickets are $45 to $90. Call (323) 332-2065 or visit unboundproductions.org.
The Intuitive Movement Jam at Farnsworth Park, 568 Mount Curve Ave., Altadena, is a rocking, free-form, eclectic dance event offering the chance to dance to your own muse without judgment, alcohol or small talk from 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays. No experience is needed and there are no steps to learn. The first visit is free with a printout of the website home page at imjam.net; admission is $10 thereafter.
USC Pacific Asia Museum, 46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, presents the exhibition “Reshaping Tradition: Contemporary Ceramics from East Asia, featuring works by Ai Weiwei, Ikjoong Kang, Liu Jianhua, Ah Xian, Yeesookyung, Haruma Nakashima and others, on view through Jan. 31. The exhibition also includes select, pre-modern ceramics from the museum’s permanent collection. Call (626) 449-2742 or visit pacificasiamuseum.org.
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discusses how she got started writing, where her ideas come from, her research and writing processes and why she writes inspirational fiction, and signs her books, starting at 9:30 a.m.
Pasadena Symphony Ambassador Auditorium 131 S. St. John Ave., Pasadena (626) 793-7172 pasadenasymphony-pops.org The Symphony’s Classics series opens with David Lockington conducting, featuring Dvo ak’s “New World Symphony” and violinist Bella Hristova performing Kevin Puts’ “Violin Concerto,” with performances at 2 and 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 and up.
Super Single Mixer Green Hotel Romanesque Room 50 E. Green St., Pasadena (213) 999-9899 supersinglemixers.com Singles age 40 to 60 are invited to an evening of dancing, food, fun stations and a raffle, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Admission is $20 at the door.
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bicycles and clothing to be repaired for free by experts, and hear live music. The event includes a free market, as guests are invited to bring something useable in exchange for various items, and a presentation by Rishi Kumar of the Growing Home community organization is included, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Southwest Pacific Regional Figure Skating Championships Pasadena Ice Skating Center 300 E. Green St., Pasadena swpregionals.com Skaters in the juvenile, intermediate, novice, junior and senior divisions compete for medals and a chance to qualify for the national championships in St. Paul in 2016. Events run from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 p.m. Monday and 8:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m. Tuesday. Admission is $10 per day general, $5 for seniors, all event passes for $25, free for children 6 and younger. Taste of South Lake Corporate Center Pasadena 251 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena (626) 792-1259 southlakeavenue.org South Lake Business Association presents the annual Taste of South Lake, featuring culinary delights from more than 25 South Lake Avenue restaurants, cooking demonstrations by top area chefs, live music by several top bands, vendors and other activities, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Vroman’s Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-5320 vromansbookstore.com Star Wars Reads Day features a story time with special readings and “Star Wars” activities, at 10 a.m.
SUNDAY Altadena Library 600 E. Mariposa St., Altadena (626) 798-0833 altadenalibrary.org The library hosts a workshop on “Developing Your Intuition: Knowing without Knowing How We Know,” led by facilitator and award-winning writer, composer and theatrical performer Mimi Seton, offering fun and intriguing exercises to explore your inner life, in three sessions, from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18 and 25. Guests should bring a yoga mat and pillow and wear comfortable clothing. The Barkley 1400 Huntington Drive, South Pasadena (626) 799-0758 thebarkleyrestaurant.com The Richard Glaser Quartet performs classic jazz from 7 to 11 p.m. every Sunday. No cover. Cellar Sessions Concert Old Oak Cellars 2620 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena wineandsong.com/cellar The monthly concert series features opening act Karen Tobin followed by headliner Kal David, starting with a wine tasting at 3 p.m. followed by music at 3:45 p.m. Tickets are $22 in advance, $25 at the door. Visit the Web site for tickets and information. Church of the Angels 1100 Avenue 64, Pasadena (323) 255-3878 coa-pasadena.org The City of Angels Saxophone Quartet performs works from Dave Brubeck to Paul Simon to Leonard Bernstein, at 4 p.m. Admission is $15. The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino (626) 405-2100 huntington.org Take a tour of the Huntington Tea House and enjoy a tea ceremony with sessions at noon, 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Cost is $20 plus regular Huntington admission of $25 for adults, $21 for seniors and students, $10 for youth 4 to 11, free for children younger than 4. Norton Simon Museum
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411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-6840 nortonsimon.org An Afternoon Salon features a museum educator discussing origins of 20th century avant-garde art, exploring works of Kandinsky, Picasso and Kirchner, from 1 to 2 p.m., free with museum admission of $12 for adults, $9 for seniors and free for members, students and those 18 and younger. Restoration Concert South Pasadena Library Community Room 1115 El Centro St., South Pasadena (626) 799-6333 southpasadenaca.gov/library Friends of the South Pasadena Library host a concert featuring the New Hollywood String Quartet, performing works by Mozart and Brahms, at 4 p.m. Admission is $20.
MONDAY Intuitive Movement Jam Farnsworth Park 568 Mount Curve Ave., Altadena imjam.net The rocking, free-form, eclectic dance event offers the chance to dance to your own muse to music from around the world without judgment, alcohol or small talk from 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays. No experience is needed and there are no steps to learn. The first visit is free with a printout of the website home page; admission is $10 thereafter. The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino (626) 405-2100 huntington.org Take a tour of the Huntington’s Japanese Tea House and learn about the traditions behind its use, conducted in 20-minute intervals from noon to 4 p.m. the second Monday of each month, for Huntington admission of $23 for adults, $19 for seniors and students, $10 for youth 4 to 11, free for children younger than 4. Pasadena Public Library, La Pintoresca Branch 1355 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 744-7268 pasadenapubliclibrary.net The Pasadena Humane Society and SPCA Barks and Books literacy program invites kids to read stories to a friendly dog, at 3 p.m. Pasadena Public Library, Linda Vista Branch 1281 Bryant St., Pasadena (626) 744-7278 pasadenapubliclibrary.net Seniors can get answers about their tech devices and any general tech questions, at 3 p.m. Pasadena Public Library, Villa Parke Branch 363 E. Villa St., Pasadena (626) 744-6510 pasadenapubliclibrary.net Kids are invited to celebrate super heroes by making costumes while enjoying tasty snacks, at 4 p.m. Vroman’s Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 449-5320 vromansbookstore.com Women crime writers Sarah Weinman, Elizabeth Little, Christa Faust and Steph Cha discuss women and crime fiction and the ladies who paved the way in the 20th century at 7 p.m.
TUESDAY Camerata Pacifica The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino (805) 884-8410 cameratapacifica.org The chamber ensemble performs works by Rossini, Weber, Wilson and Smetana, featuring performers Adrian Spence, Giora Schmidt, Ani Aznavoorian and Michael McHale, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $56. Cancer Support Community 200 E. Del Mar Blvd., Ste. 118, Pasadena (626) 796-1083 cscpasadena.org Attorney Stephanie Fajuri of the Cancer Legal Resource Center discusses the latest health
care reform efforts, including insurance options for children, young adults and adults with preexisting conditions and other issues, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free, but call for reservations. NAMI San Gabriel Valley Lecture Series Pacific Clinics Training Institute Wilson Middle School Auditorium 3471 E. Walnut St., Pasadena namisangabrielvalley.org The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) presents a free lecture series, “How to Survive and Thrive with a Mentally Ill Relative,” featuring Dr. Michael Di Paolo, Ph.D. This week’s discussion is “Recovery with Schizophrenia,” from 7 to 9 p.m. Pasadena Public Library, La Pintoresca Branch 1355 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 744-7268 pasadenapubliclibrary.net Grant seekers can learn how to generated targeted lists of funding prospects from the Foundation Directory Online Databases, at 10:30 a.m. Pasadena Senior Center 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena (626) 795-4331 pasadenaseniorcenter.org Seniors concerned about falling can attend classes on maintaining balance, featuring discussion, videos and exercise, from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through Nov. 5. Call (626) 685-6732 to register.
WEDNESDAY Earnest C. Watson Lecture at Caltech Beckman Auditorium Michigan Avenue south of Del Mar Boulevard, Pasadena (626) 395-4652 events.caltech.edu Paul Weissman, Astronomy Science Lead, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, discusses “Back to the Beginning: The Rosetta Comet Rendezvous Mission,” on the European Space Agency’s Rosetta mission, the first to orbit and study a cometary nucleus, starting at 8 p.m. Free; no reservations required. The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino (626) 405-2100 huntington.org A Distinguished Fellow Lecture features Thomas Cogswell, professor of history at UC Riverside and the Huntington’s Avery Distinguished Fellow discussing “An Accursed Family: The Scottish Crisis and the Black Legend of the House of Stuart, 1650—1652,” on the campaign by John Milton and other republicans to destroy the personal and political reputation of Charles II, the newly crowned Stuart king of Scotland, at 7:30 p.m. Free; no reservations required. Pasadena Education Network Fall Parent Program Longfellow Elementary School 1065 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena penfamilies.org The organization hosts a free panel discussion, “Myth vs. Reality: Middle School Parent Panel,” featuring parents of students at various Pasadena schools discussing an array of middle school options offered by PUSD, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Visit the website to register. Pasadena Public Library, Hastings Branch 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena (626) 744-7262 pasadenapubliclibrary.net The STEAM Team Club (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) for tweens in grades 3 to 6 meets at 4 p.m. Call to sign up. Pasadena Public Library, Central Branch 285 E. Walnut St., Pasadena (626) 744-4066 pasadenapubliclibrary.net Free films screen at 1 p.m. Wednesdays. October selections deal with issues raised in Harper Lee’s books “To Kill a Mockingbird” and “Go Set a Watchman.” Wednesday’s film is “Ghosts of Mississippi.”
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ou might not recall the name, but you likely recall the incident. A 15-year-old Pakistani girl was shot in the head by members of the Taliban for speaking out in support of education for girls. The date was Oct. 9, 2012. On Friday, Oct. 9, you’ll have an opportunity to learn more about this remarkable young woman and her family when Davis Guggenheim’s documentary, “He Named Me Malala,” opens at Arclight Cinemas in Pasadena. Guggenheim won an Academy Award in 2007 for the documentary that followed former Vice President Al Gore as he raised awareness about global warming in “An Inconvenient Truth.” Like Gore, Malala Yousafzai is also a Nobel Prize winner — the youngest Nobel laureate ever. Once you hear her story, you’ll see why. If you are not moved to tears by the end of this sensitive documentary and inspired to action within your own life, you need to check your pulse and moral compass. This is a story about another inconvenient truth, that education for girls and women matters, and like other religions Islam can enlighten and uplift the status of women just as it can subjugate it. Malala is Muslim and, as the title of the documentary implies, her inspiration is her Muslim activist father, Ziauddin Yousafzai, an educator. She is the only daughter (he and his wife have two sons) and he named her after a legendary Afghani Pashtun folk heroine, Malalai of Maiwand. The tale of Malalai is told to us through colorfully impressionistic illustrations by animation supervisor Jason Carpenter and animation coordinator Krissy Estrada. Much of the re-enactments are illustrated this way, almost setting this up as a fairytale, a folk tale told to both adults and children. Like memories, the details are fuzzy, soft and colored by emotion. According to legend, Malalai rallied her people to fight, saying “It is better to live like a lion one day than live like slaves for 100 days.” Even though victory was realized, Malalai was killed. Malala almost died. When you see photos of her before the attack and after, you realize that something is wrong: Her face is not the same. The details of the attack are described midway through the film, but the photos aren’t gory. Malala herself doesn’t like to dwell on her suffering. As a result of the attack, her family moved to Birmingham, England, so that she could receive
specialized medical treatment. Although she and her family long to return to their home in the Swat Valley, under the Taliban it is too dangerous. Her mother, uneducated and unable to communicate well in English, misses the comforts of their home most of all. She missed her chance at education, blithely trading in her books for sweets, and became like other girls until her marriage to Ziauddin. Through memories of Malala’s and Ziauddin’s life, we are shown the changes brought on by the Taliban, one that set Muslim against Muslim. These stories of the past are intermingled with Malala’s current activities. Guggenheim and his crew followed Malala on the road to Nigeria, Kenya, Abu Dhabi and Jordan as the teen spoke out about the education of girls. Not everyone believes Malala has accomplished so much for Pakistan, and we hear some criticism from her fellow Pakistanis. Yet, no one can doubt the courage of Malala and the special relationship she shares with her father. While she was once the star pupil in Pakistan, she finds herself sometimes struggling with her school work in the UK, but she’s unlike her classmates. She juggles books with her time on the road speaking about education, and she works on her physical rehabilitation. She is also a published author, writing the book “I Am Malala,” with Christina Lamb. The book touched the producers of this film, Walter Parkes and Laurie MacDonald, who didn’t originally intend this to be a documentary but wanted to do a narrative feature. They brought Guggenheim on board after they had met the family and were charmed by their modesty and love. While filming that, Malala was being jointly presented with the Nobel Peace Prize with Indian children’s rights advocate Kailash Satyarthi. The resulting documentary, “He Named Me Malala,” is a beautiful tribute to a loving family that just happens to be Muslim. It just might change the way one perceives Muslims and the problem with the Taliban and how one approaches and appreciates educational opportunities. Upon exiting the film, my companion commented this documentary should be shown in all schools. Until then, this is a different kind of family film that needs a wider release and an international audience. ■ “He Named Me Malala” opened Oct. 2 at the Laemmle Claremont 5 theater and screens this weekend at Pasadena Arclight Cinemas, 300 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. For more information, call (626) 5689651 or visit arclightcinemas.com.
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SHOWTIMES Friday October 9 to Thursday October 15 Note: Times are p.m., and daily, unless otherwise indicated. All times are subject to change without notice.
PASADENA ACADEMY 6 1003 E Colorado Bl, (626) 229-9400. Fantastic Four Fri.-Thurs., 11:40 a.m., 5, 7:30 p.m. The Gift Fri.-Thurs., 12 noon, 2:40, 5:30, 8, 10:30 p.m. Inside Out Fri.-Thurs., 11:30 a.m., 2, 4:30, 7, 9:40 p.m. Jurassic World Fri.-Thurs., 2:10, 10 p.m. Minions Fri.-Thurs., 12:40, 3, 5:20 p.m. Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation Fri.-Thurs., 12:50, 4, 7:15, 10:25 p.m. Shaun the Sheep Movie Fri.-Thurs., 12:30, 2:50, 5:10 p.m. Sinister 2 Fri.-Thurs., 7:50, 10:20 p.m. Vacation Fri.-Thurs., 7:40, 10:10 p.m.
IPIC THEATERS AT ONE COLORADO PASADENA 42 Miller Alley, (626) 639-2260. Call theater for titles and showtimes.
LAEMMLE’S PLAYHOUSE 7 673 E Colorado Bl, (626) 844-6500. 99 Homes Fri. 1:30, 4:30, 7:20, 10:10 p.m.; Sat.Sun., 10:45 a.m., 1:30, 4:30, 7:20, 10:10 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 1:30, 4:30, 7:20, 10:10 p.m. The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution Sat.-Sun., 11 a.m. Dark Side of the Full Moon Wed. only, 7:30 p.m. Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead: The Story of the National Lampoon Fri.-Wed., 1:50, 7:30 p.m. The Final Girls Fri.-Wed., 9:55 p.m. Forever and a Day Wed. only, 7:30 p.m. Freeheld Fri. 1:40, 4:20, 7:10, 9:45 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 11 a.m., 1:40, 4:20, 7:10, 9:45 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 1:40, 4:20, 7:10, 9:45 p.m. Goodnight Mommy Fri.-Sun., 1:50, 7:30 p.m.; Mon. 1:50 p.m.; Tues. 7:30 p.m.; Wed. 1:50 p.m. Grandma Fri.-Wed., 4:50 p.m. Labyrinth of Lies Fri. 1, 4, 7, 9:55 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 10:30 a.m., 1, 4, 7, 9:55 p.m.; Mon.-Tues., 1, 4, 7, 9:55 p.m.; Wed. 1, 4, 9:55 p.m. Meet the Patels Fri.-Sun., 1, 3:10, 5:30, 7:50, 10:10 p.m.; Mon. 1, 3:10, 5:30, 7:50 p.m.; Tues.Wed., 1, 3:10, 5:30, 7:50, 10:10 p.m. Meru Sat.-Sun., 11 a.m. Opera de Paris: L’Histoire de Manon — Live Mon. 7:30 p.m.; Tues. 1 p.m. Prophet’s Prey Sat.-Sun., 11:10 a.m. Roger Waters The Wall Thurs. only, 8 p.m. Trash Fri.-Wed., 1:20, 4:10, 7, 9:50 p.m. The Wine of Summer Sat. only, 10 a.m. Yakuza Apocalypse Fri.-Wed., 4:40, 10 p.m.
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2:25, 3:10, 4:05, 4:45, 5:35, 7:10, 8, 8:45, 9:30, 10:20, 11 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m., 10:40 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1, 1:40, 2:25, 3:10, 4:05, 4:45, 5:35, 7:10, 8, 8:45, 9:30, 10:20, 11:05 p.m. The Martian 3D Fri.-Wed., 12 noon, 6:20 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials Fri.-Wed., 11:05 a.m., 1:40, 4:55, 7:55, 10:10 p.m. Pan Fri.-Sat., 12:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:25 a.m., 12:40, 2, 4:35, 5:50, 7:10, 8:25, 9:45 p.m.; Sun. 9:30 a.m., 11:25 a.m., 12:40, 2, 4:35, 5:50, 7:10, 8:25, 9:45, 10:55 p.m.; Mon. 10:10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:40, 2, 4:35, 5:50, 7:10, 8:25, 9:45, 10:55 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 10:10 a.m., 11:25 a.m., 12:40, 2, 4:35, 5:50, 7:10, 8:25, 9:45, 10:55 p.m. Pan 3D Fri.-Sat., 10:05 a.m., 3:15, 10:55 p.m.; Sun. 10:05 a.m., 3:15 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 3:15 p.m. Sicario Fri.-Sat., 9:50 a.m., 12:35, 2:30, 5:05, 6, 7:15, 8:35, 9:55, 11:20 p.m.; Sun. 9:50 a.m., 12:35, 2:30, 5:05, 6, 7:15, 8:30, 9:55, 11:15 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m., 12:35, 2:30, 5:05, 6, 7:15, 8:35, 9:55, 11:15 p.m. The Visit Fri.-Sun., 12:45, 3, 7:55 p.m.; Mon.Wed., 10 a.m., 12:45, 3, 7:55 p.m. The Walk Fri.-Sat., 9:40 a.m., 2:20, 3:20, 4:45, 7:45, 8:45, 10:45, 11:30 p.m.; Sun. 9:40 a.m., 2:20, 3:20, 4:45, 7:45, 8:40, 10:45, 11:20 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m., 2:20, 3:20, 4:45, 7:45, 8:40, 10:45, 11:15 p.m. The Walk 3D Fri.-Sun., 12:20, 5:45 p.m.; Mon.Wed., 12:35, 5:55 p.m.
UA LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE 1919 Verdugo Bl, (818) 952-1940. Black Mass Fri.-Sun., 9 a.m., 11:35 a.m., 3:40, 6:30, 11:05 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 11:30 a.m., 4, 6:50, 10:40 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2 Fri.-Sun., 2:45, 5, 7:10, 9:05
p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 1:20, 7:10, 9:45 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2 3D Fri.-Sun., 9:35 a.m., 11:45 a.m.; Tues.-Wed., 10:15 a.m., 5 p.m. The Intern Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m., 2:15, 5:05, 7:50, 10:40 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 10:20 a.m., 2:15, 5:05, 7:50, 10:35 p.m. The Martian Fri.-Sun., 12:30, 3:45, 7, 9:30, 10:15 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 12:30, 3:45, 7, 9:30 p.m. The Martian 3D Fri.-Sun., 9:45 a.m., 1, 4:15, 7:30, 10:45 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 10:45 a.m., 1, 4:15, 7:30, 10:20 p.m. Pan Fri.-Sun., 10:15 a.m., 1:10, 7:20 p.m.; Tues.Wed., 10:25 a.m., 1:15, 7:20 p.m. Pan 3D Fri.-Sun., 9:10 a.m., 2:10, 4:50, 10:30 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 2:10, 4:50, 10:35 p.m. Sicario Fri.-Sun., 9:05 a.m., 11:50 a.m., 2:40, 5:25, 8:10, 11 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 11 a.m., 2, 4:50, 7:40, 10:30 p.m. The Walk Fri.-Sun., 12:50, 4, 10:10 p.m.; Tues.Wed., 2, 4:10, 10:10 p.m. The Walk 3D Fri.-Sun., 9:30 a.m., 11:50 a.m., 7:35 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 7:35 p.m.
ARCADIA AMC SANTA ANITA 16 Westfield Shoppingtown Mall, 400 Baldwin Ave, (888) 262-4386. BBC Last Night of the Proms 2015 Wed. only, 7 p.m. Black Mass Fri.-Sat., 12:50, 6:40, 9:40 p.m.; Sun. 4:05, 7, 9:55 p.m.; Mon. 11:45 a.m., 2:45, 5:50, 8:50 p.m.; Tues. 12:15, 3:20, 9:40 p.m.; Wed. 11:45 a.m., 2:45, 5:50, 8:50 p.m. Bolshoi Ballet: Giselle Sun. only, 12:55 p.m. Bridge of Spies Thurs. only, 7, 10:20 p.m.
Crimson Peak Thurs. only, 8, 11 p.m. Crimson Peak: The IMAX Experience Thurs. only, 8, 11 p.m. Everest Fri.-Sun., 10:50 a.m., 1:40, 7:40 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 11:25 a.m., 8:10 p.m. Everest 3D Fri.-Sun., 4:50, 10:30 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 2:25, 5:20 p.m. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies Extended Edition Tues. only, 7:30 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2 Fri. 11:10 a.m., 12 noon, 1:45, 2:30, 4:15, 5, 6:45, 7:30, 9:15 p.m.; Sat.Sun., 9:30 a.m., 11:10 a.m., 12 noon, 1:45, 2:30, 4:15, 5, 6:45, 7:30, 9:15 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 11:20 a.m., 12:20, 1:45, 2:50, 4:15, 5:30, 6:50, 8, 9:30 p.m. The Intern Fri. 10:30 a.m., 1:20, 4:10, 7:05, 10:10 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 10:20 a.m., 1:20, 4:10, 7:05, 10:10 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 11:05 a.m., 1:55, 4:45, 7:40, 10:25 p.m. Ladrones Fri.-Sun., 11:20 a.m., 2, 4:40, 7:20, 10 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 11:40 a.m., 2:10, 4:50, 7:35, 10:15 p.m. The Martian Fri.-Sun., 10:30 a.m., 12:20, 3:40, 7, 10:20 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 11:50 a.m., 3:10, 6:40, 10:05 p.m. The Martian 3D Fri. 11:40 a.m., 1:10, 3, 4:30, 6:20, 7:50, 9:40, 11 p.m.; Sat. 9:50 a.m., 11:40 a.m., 1:10, 3, 4:30, 6:20, 7:50, 9:40, 11 p.m.; Sun. 9:50 a.m., 11:40 a.m., 1:10, 3, 4:30, 6:20, 7:50, 9:40 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 11:10 a.m., 12:40, 2:20, 4, 5:40, 7:30, 9 p.m.
Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials Fri. 1, 4, 7:15, 10:40 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 9:40 a.m., 1, 4, 7:15, 10:40 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 12:45, 3:50, 7:10, 10:20 p.m. NT Live: Hamlet (2015) Thurs. only, 7 p.m. Pan Fri. 11:30 a.m., 2:20, 3:50, 4:20, 8, 10:05 p.m.; Sat. 9:45 a.m., 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2:20, 3:50, 4:20, 8, 10:05 p.m.; Sun. 9:45 a.m., 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2:20, 4:20, 8, 10:05 p.m.; Mon. 11 a.m., 4:40, 7:20 p.m.; Tues. 11 a.m., 4:40, 7, 7:20 p.m.; Wed. 11 a.m., 4:40, 7:20 p.m. Pan 3D Fri.-Sat., 12:35, 5:10, 9:30, 10:50 p.m.; Sun. 12:35, 5:10, 9:30, 10:45 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 1:50, 10:10 p.m. Sicario Fri.-Sat., 11:15 a.m., 12:40, 2:15, 3:45, 5:20, 6:50, 8:10, 9:55, 11 p.m.; Sun. 11:15 a.m., 1:05, 2:15, 4:25, 5:20, 7:35, 8:20, 10:35 p.m.; Mon. 11:50 a.m., 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10 p.m.; Tues. 11:50 a.m., 1, 3, 4, 6, 9 p.m.; Wed. 11:50 a.m., 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10 p.m. The Visit Fri.-Sun., 1:50, 7:10, 9:45 p.m.; Mon.Tues., 1:30, 4:05, 6:30, 9:10 p.m.; Wed. 1:30, 4:05, 10:30 p.m. The Walk Fri. 6:30 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 9:30 a.m.; Mon.-Wed., 11:30 a.m., 10:30 p.m. The Walk 3D Fri. 3:30 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 3:30, 6:30 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 2:30, 5:30, 8:30 p.m. The Walk: An IMAX 3D Experience Fri.-Sun., 10:45 a.m., 1:45, 4:45, 7:45, 10:45 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 12:30, 3:30, 6:20, 9:20 p.m. Woodlawn Thurs. only, 7, 10 p.m. ■
GLENDALE PACIFIC GLENDALE 18 The Americana at Brand, 322 Americana Way, Glendale (818) 551-0218. Black Mass Fri.-Wed., 12:10, 5:10, 10:05 p.m. Everest Fri.-Sun., 9:35 a.m., 11:20 a.m., 2:05, 4:40, 7:25, 10:45 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 11:20 a.m., 2:05, 4:40, 7:25, 10:45 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2 Fri.-Sat., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:15, 1, 1:45, 2:30, 3:15, 4:05, 4:45, 5:30, 6:15, 7, 7:45, 8:30, 9:15, 10, 10:45, 11:30 p.m.; Sun. 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:15, 1, 1:45, 2:30, 3:15, 4:05, 4:45, 5:30, 6:15, 7, 7:45, 8:30, 9:15, 10, 10:45, 11:20 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:15, 1, 1:45, 2:30, 3:15, 4:05, 4:45, 5:30, 6:15, 7, 7:45, 8:30, 9:10, 10, 10:45, 11:15 p.m. The Intern Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2, 3, 5:15, 8:05, 9:55 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2, 3:15, 5:15, 8:05, 9:55 p.m. Ladrones Fri.-Sat., 12:05 a.m., 9:55 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:15, 2:50, 5, 7:35, 10:30 p.m.; Sun. 9:55 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:15, 2:50, 5, 7:35, 10:30 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:15, 2:50, 5, 7:35, 10:30 p.m. The Martian Fri.-Sat., 9:45 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:50, 1:40, 2:25, 3:10, 4:05, 4:45, 5:35, 7:10, 8, 8:45, 9:30, 10:20, 11:10, 11:55 p.m.; Sun. 9:45 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:50, 1:40,
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EMPLOYMENT Account: Openx Technologies ENGINEERING: OpenX Technologies, Inc. is accepting resumes for the following positions in Pasadena, CA: Director, Engineering. Lead Engineering and Product Teams to design, prototype, develop and deploy innovative features and products in the rapidly growing Programmatic Advertising space. Req. # DE-VS. Software Engineer. Design and implement high-performance, highly-available distributed storage and replication platforms including design and development of a scalable, high-performance ad serving platform to handle billions of transactions per day. Req. # SEJV Mail resume to: OpenX Technologies, Inc., Attn: HR Services, 888 E Walnut Street, 2nd Floor, Pasadena, CA 91101. Must reference requisition number.
PUBLIC NOTICES
County of Los Angeles Department of the Treasurer and Tax Collector Notice of Divided Publication Pursuant to Sections 3702, 3381, and 3382, Revenue and Taxation Code (R&TC), the Notice of Sale of Tax Defaulted Property Subject to the Power of Sale in and for the County of Los Angeles, State of California has been divided and distributed to various newspapers of general circulation published in said County for publication of a portion thereof, in each of the said newspapers. Public Auction Notice Of Sale Of Tax-Defaulted Property Subject To The Tax Collector’s Power to Sell (Sale No. 2015A) Whereas, on July 21, 2015, I, JOSEPH KELLY, Treasurer and Tax Collector, was directed by the Board of Supervisors of Los Angeles County, State of California, to sell at public auction certain tax-defaulted properties which are subject to the Tax Collector’s power to sell. Public notice is hereby given that unless said properties are redeemed prior thereto, I will, on Monday, October 19, 2015, and Tuesday, October 20, 2015, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. at the Fairplex Los Angeles County Fairgrounds, 1101 W. McKinley Avenue, Building 6, Pomona, California,
offer for sale and sell said properties at public auction to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check in lawful money of the United States for not less than the minimum bid. If no bids are received on a parcel, it will be re-offered at the end of the public auction at a reduced minimum bid. The minimum bid for each parcel is the total amount necessary to redeem, plus costs, as required by Section 3698.5 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. Any unimproved properties that are not sold at the end of the public auction on October 20, 2015, or redeemed prior to 5:00 p.m. (PT) December 4, 2015, I will re-offer for sale beginning Monday, December 7, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. (PT) through Wednesday, December 9, 2015, at 12:00 p.m. (PT) at online auction at www.bid4assets.com/losangeles. Prospective bidders should obtain detailed information of Sale No. 2015A from the County Treasurer and Tax Collector. Pre-registration and a $5,000 deposit in the form of cash, cashier’s check or bank issued money order is required at the time of registration. The TTC will not accept personal checks, two-party checks or business checks for registration. Registration will be from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., beginning Monday, September 14, 2015, at the Treasurer and Tax Collector’s Office located at 225 North Hill Street, Room 130, Los Angeles, California, and will end Friday, October 2, 2015, at 5:00 p.m. Pursuant to R&TC Section 3692.3, the TTC sells all property ``as is`` and the County and its employees are not liable for any known or unknown conditions of the property, including, but not limited to, errors in the assessor’s records pertaining to improvement of the property. If the property is sold, parties of interest, as defined by R&TC Section 4675, have a right to file a claim with the County for any proceeds from the sale, which are in excess of the liens and costs required to be paid from the proceeds. If there are any excess proceeds, the TTC will send notice to the parties of interest, pursuant to law. All information concerning redemption, provided the right to redeem has not previously been terminated, will upon request be furnished by JOSEPH KELLY, Treasurer and Tax Collector. According to law, if the property is not redeemed by the close of business on the last business day prior to the date of the auction, Friday October 16, 2015, at 5:00 p.m., the property will be offered for sale. If the property is not sold at the public auction, the right of redemption will revive and remain until Friday, December 4, 2015, at 5:00 p.m. If the property is not redeemed by Friday, December 4, 2015, at 5:00 p.m., it will be scheduled for the follow-up online auction as indicated above. The Assessor’s Identification Number (AIN) in this publication refers to the Assessor’s map book, the map page, and the individual parcel number on the map page. If a change in the AIN occurred, both prior and current AINs are shown. An explanation of the parcel numbering system and the maps referred to are available from the Office of the Assessor located at 500 West Temple Street, Room 225, Los Angeles, California 90012. Should you require a copy of the list explaining the abbreviations used in this publication, please visit the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector, 225 North
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JOSEPH KELLY TREASURER AND TAX COLLECTOR COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES STATE OF CALIFORNIA The real property that is subject to this notice is situated in the County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows: PUBLIC AUCTION NOTICE OF SALE OF TAX-DEFAULTED PROPERTY SUBJECT TO THE POWER OF SALE(SALE NO. 2015A) 3704 AIN 5308-020-016 KUAN,ALICE LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $4,799.00 3705 AIN 5308-020-021 SPEISER,ARPAD AND ROSALEE TRS A AND R SPEISER TRUST LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $4,744.00 3720 AIN 5330-009-024 LAM,BRIAN AND YEK,ROSE LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $139,489.00 4076 AIN 5718-015-057 SUTCLIFFE,ROBERT J AND NINO N LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $131,906.00 4084 AIN 5725-004-014 GOMEZ,MARITZA LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $35,158.00 4089 AIN 5728-004-052 CALVARY CHRISTIAN METHODIST CH LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $11,639.00 4097 AIN 5734-029-042 CARDALL,ESTHER TR ESTHER CARDALL TRUST CARDALL ESTHER TRUSTEE LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $22,224.00 4100 AIN 5737-007-068 MATA,MANUEL LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $49,077.00 4101 AIN 5737-016-019 GIBSON,MICHAEL AND DEBORAH H LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $9,946.00 4103 AIN 5738-003-078 DELAFLOR,FRANCESCA A AND VANSAUTER,TATIANA B LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $6,738.00 4110 AIN 5741-003-032 LOGOS EVANGELICAL CHURCH LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $41,198.00 4113 AIN 5742-005-029 STOEHR,DIRK LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $135,292.00 4119 AIN 5748-004-030 SCHULTZ,STEVEN C LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $274,538.00 4163 AIN 5845-028-003 JW REAL ESTATE GROUP LLC LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $35,241.00 4169 AIN 5857-004-019 WYATT,ANNA LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $1,901.00 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. VS027855 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. Petition of TRAM NGOC DUONG TRAN, for Change of Name. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.) Petitioner: Tram Ngoc Duong Tran filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.) Tram Ngoc Duong Tran to Katherine Ngoc Duong 2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at
least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 11/18/15. Time: 1:30PM. Dept.: C Room: 312. The address of the court is Norwalk Courthouse, 12720 Norwalk Blvd. Norwalk, CA 90650. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Pasadena Weekly. Original filed: September 21, 2015. Margaret M. Bernal, Judge of the Superior Court. PUBLISH: Pasadena Weekly, 10/1/15, 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. ES019882 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. Petition of CINDY JOO YOUNG LEE, for Change of Name. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.) Petitioner: Cindy Joo Young Lee filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.) Cindy Joo Young Lee to CJ Lee 2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 11/20/15. Time: 8:30 AM. Dept.: NC-A. The address of the court is Burbank Courthouse, 300 East Olive Ave. Burbank, CA 91502. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Pasadena Weekly. Original filed: October 5, 2015. Mary Thornton House, Judge of the Superior Court. PUBLISH: Pasadena Weekly 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15
BULK SALES NOTICES NOTICE OF SALE ABANDONED PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to the California Self Storage Act. Items will be sold at www.storagetreasures. com by competitive bidding ending on October 13, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. Property has been stored and is located at A-1 Self Storage, 2300 Poplar Blvd., Alhambra, CA 91801. Sale subject to cancellation up to the time of sale, company reserves the right to refuse any online bids. Property to be sold as follows: misc. household goods, computers, electronics, tools, personal items, furniture, clothing, office furniture & equipment, sporting goods, etc.; belonging to the following:
E. Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA, County of Los Angeles, State of California, the following tenants units will be sold; NAME ON ACCOUNT Salary, Margaret; Greene, Maya; Denham, Jasmine; Williams, Rochelle; Batiz, Israel; Robinson, Marlene The storage spaces generally consist of the following: appliances, electronics, household & yard furniture, beds, lamps, clothing, office equipment and furniture, tools & equipment, children’s items, boxes (contents unknown), tool boxes (contents unknown), pictures, paintings, musical instruments, audio equipment, misc. sports equipment, and other miscellaneous items. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items are sold as is, where is, and must be removed within 24 hours of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Company reserves the right to refuse any online bids. Publish Dates: October 1st, 2015 and October 8th, 2015 Auction held online by StorageBattles. com; nct 2324030 1017, 10/15/2015 Auctioneer’s Telephone # (855) 7228853 Newspaper Name: Pasadena Weekly NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of Calif. Business & Professions Code SPACE BANK MINI STORAGE will sell at public auction 10:00am on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at 3202 Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA the following personal property: Acosta, T (G-41) Pictures, misc household Braddock, J (H-36) Appliances, dining set Encinas, D (F-165) Clothes, boxes, bike parts
The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding ending on the 15th of October, 2015 at 11:00 A.M at www.storagebattles.com. Said property has been stored on the premises located at STORBOX Self Storage, 2233
Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: CHANG H CHAE ESQ SBN 206796 HOFFMAN SABBAN & WATENMAKER
10880 WILSHIRE BLVD
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Kassabian, A (J-26) Beds, bags, furniture, stereo
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Montanez, R (K-296) Garden tools, golf clubs, furniture, misc
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MARILYN CARSON CASE NO. BP166823 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MARILYN CARSON.
Murillo, G (W-2) Misc household, suitcases, boxes Sutovsky, A (K-234) Clothes Sweeney, B (J-64) Clothes, misc household All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Sale terms, rules & regulations available at time of sale. (Publish 10/1 & 10/8)
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Elizabeth McFadzean in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Elizabeth McFadzean be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner JOSEPH B. MCHUGH, ESQ. # 128665 STEPHANIE MACUIBA, ESQ. # 29755 L.A. LAW CENTER, PC 300 W GLENOAKS BLVD #300 GLENDALE CA 91202 10/1, 10/8, 10/15/15 CNS-2798663# PASADENA WEEKLY NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF RICHARD GUILMET CASE NO. BP165734 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of RICHARD GUILMET. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Philippe Constantineau in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: David S. Wight be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LOLA W. WAGNER Case No. BP166833 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LOLA W. WAGNER
NOTICE IS GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.
IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.
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Notice of Public Lien Sale
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
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A HEARING on the petition will be held on Oct. 22, 2015 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 5 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.
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THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
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A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JOSEPH B. MCHUGH in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JOSEPH B. MCHUGH be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 10/22/15 at 8:30AM in Dept. 79 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: October 21, 2015, Time: 8:30 AM, Dept.: 5 Location: Stanley Mosk Courthouse, 111 North Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90012. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not
expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: David S. Wight (SBN 225125) The Wight Law Office 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Ste. 800 San Diego, California 91208 (619) 209-6019 PASADENA WEEKLY 10/1/15, 10/8/15, 10/15/15 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MARC SCHACHTER CASE NO. BP166496 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of MARC SCHACHTER. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Steven Schachter in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: Steven Schachter be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: October 14, 2015, Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: 9, Location: 111 N. Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Bryan Diaz SBN 219905 701 E. Santa Clara Street Ventura, CA 93001 (805) 652-1284 PASADENA WEEKLY 10/08/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15
TRUSTEE SALES NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-15-663330-JP Order No.: 110020931 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/2/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan
association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): YIH CHERNG TENG, A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 3/9/2007 as Instrument No. 20070521943 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 10/15/2015 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,069,671.92 The purported property address is: 1074 WESLEY AVENUE, PASADENA, CA 91104 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 5741-005-020 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916.939.0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan. com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA15-663330-JP . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916.939.0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-15-663330-JP IDSPub #0091252 9/24/2015 10/1/2015 10/8/2015
T.S. No.: 2014-01541-CA A.P.N.:5719-017-002 Property Address: 81 Grace Terrace, Pasadena, CA 91105 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE ß 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED
that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/10/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: JOHN N. ARROYO A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 01/19/2006 as Instrument No. 06 0127155 in book —-, page—and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale: 10/21/2015 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $ 1,036,437.58 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 81 Grace Terrace, Pasadena, CA 91105 A.P.N.: 5719-017-002 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 1,036,437.58. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand
Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2014-01541-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: September 9, 2015 We stern Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530 Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. APP2740568 Pasadena 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15
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APN: 5841-014-009 T.S. No. 023416CA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/17/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 10/21/2015 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 5/12/2008, as Instrument No. 20080839406, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: OLLIE J. MORRIS, A WIDOW WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be:741 EAST POPPYFIELDS DRIVE ALTADENA, CALIFORNIA 91001 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or
warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $702,848.89 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING. COM, using the file number assigned to this case 023416-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 Publish: 10/1/2015, 10/8/2015, 10/15/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-13-544683-VF Order No.: 090218209 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/12/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor (s): WALEED A. DELAWARI, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 6/30/2006 as Instrument No. 06 1449912 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 10/29/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650, in the Vineyard Ballroom Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,267,433.94 The purported property address is: 915 N ORANGE GROVE BLVD #1-4, PASADENA, CA 91103 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the
property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit ìAî as attached hereto. Assessor’s Parcel No.: 5726-014-006 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-2802832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-13-544683-VF . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-13-544683-VF IDSPub #0092608 10/8/2015 10/15/2015 10/22/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-618406-CL Order No.: 140073306-CA-API YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/28/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at
the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): GEORGE FRANK AND, JACQUELINE FRANK, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 1/4/2008 as Instrument No. 20080021938 of Offi cial Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 10/29/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650, in the Vineyard Ballroom Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $546,073.96 The purported property address is: 291 VENTURA ST, ALTADENA, CA 91001 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 5828-005-005 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-2802832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-618406-CL . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-618406-CL IDSPub #0092803 10/8/2015 10/15/2015 10/22/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-655667-CL Order No.: VTSG752475-CA-SBI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/11/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state
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or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): HUGO SAHLEIN AND RITA SAHLEIN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AND STEVEN T. SAHLEIN AND EMELINE S. SAHLEIN, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 12/16/2003 as Instrument No. 03 3788323 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 10/29/2015 at 10:30AM Place of Sale: Near the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, California 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $512,773.85 The purported property address is: 866 ADELAIDE DRIVE, PASADENA, CA 91104 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 5745004027 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888-9886736 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-655667-CL . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888-988-6736 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp.
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FICT. BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015233576 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: STYLE REV; 14525 Lakewood Blvd. #C Paramount, CA 90723. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Stanley Leem and Jean Leem, 16527 Halsey Street Granada Hills, CA 91344. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Stanley Leem. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 9, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/17/15, 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015225711 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: THE CHILDREN’S CLUBHOUSE; 18780 Amar Rd. Suite 101 Walnut, CA 91789. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Claudia Patricia Shiell Bustos, 20318 Lake Erie Dr. Walnut, CA 91789. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Claudia Patricia Shiell Bustos. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: August 31, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/17/15, 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015230808 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BESTWORTH CO.; 8636 Ramona Street Bellflower, CA 90706. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Jess Urbano, 8636 Ramona Street Bellflower, CA 90706. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Jess Urbano. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 4, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/17/15, 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015230135 Type of Filing: Original. The follow-
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ing person(s) is (are) doing business as: SPICE ISLAND PHOTOGRAPHY, CHARLES OLIVER, TEAM-US FITNESS; 230 N. Del Monte Street Pasadena, CA 91103. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Davis E. Vincent II, 230 N. Del Monte Street Pasadena, CA 91103. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Davis E Vincent II. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 4, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/17/15, 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015232929 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: URBAN STAR, URBAN STAR ORGANICS. 1458 South San Pedro Street Unit 302 Los Angeles, CA 90015. COUNTY: Los Angeles. Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number: 3527797. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Urban Star Inc., 1458 South San Pedro Street Unit 302 Los Angeles, CA 90015. State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/ James Chae Kim. TITLE: CEO, Corp or LLC Name: Urban Star Inc. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 9, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/17/15, 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015225353 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: I NEED AN APPRAISER NOW. 18420 E. Payson Street Azusa, CA 91702. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Real Estate Services Now, Inc., 18420 E. Payson Street Azusa, CA 91702. State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/27/14. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/ Meredeth D Maxwell. TITLE: CEO, Corp or LLC Name: Real Estate Services Now, Inc. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: August 31, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/17/15, 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015219846 Type of Filing: Original. The follow-
ing person(s) is (are) doing business as: GETFPA, APPRECIATION BOX. 727 Vallejo Villas Los Angeles, CA 90042, PO Box 307 South Pasadena, CA 91030. COUNTY: Los Angeles. Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number: 201521810566. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Infinite Ideas, LLC., 727 Vallejo Villas Los Angeles, CA 90042. State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/ Ming Tam. TITLE: Managing Member, Corp or LLC Name: Infinite Ideas, LLC. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: August 24, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/17/15, 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015235378 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MARENGO STUDIO; 2631 North Marengo Altadena, CA 91001. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Michelle Dakan, 2631 North Marengo Altadena, CA 91001. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Michelle Dakan. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 11, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15, 10/15/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015219677 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NEW BEGINNINGS IN HOME CARE; 963 W Ave. J Lancaster, CA 93534. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Everette Lawrence Thompson II, 963 W Ave J Lancaster, CA 93535. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Everette Lawrence Thompson II. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: August 24, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15, 10/15/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015239849 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JOI GOURMET BAKERY; 606 S. Chapel Ave Unit O Alhambra, CA 91801. COUNTY:
Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Azziem Shah and Chaohong Liu, 606 S. Chapel Ave Unit O Alhambra, CA 91801. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Azziem Shah. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 15., 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15, 10/15/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015240886 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BREADCRUMBS MOBILE; 342 S. Hauser #419 Los Angeles, CA 90036. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Grant Cohen, 342 S. Hauser #419 Los Angeles, CA 90036. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Grant Cohen. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 17, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15, 10/15/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015243897 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JEBENA COFFEE; 302 S Second Ave Unit B Arcadia, CA 91006. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Betsega Abdella, 302 S Second Ave Unit B Arcadia, CA 91006. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Betsega Abdella. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 22, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15, 10/15/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015235589 Type of Filing: Amended (New). The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GAYTAN PRODUCTIONS; 120 West Bonita Ave. Suite D San Dimas, CA 91724, 678 South Rancho Simi Drive Covina, CA 91724. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Ramiro Gaytan-Muro, 678 South Rancho Simi Drive Covina, CA 91724. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I
declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Ramiro Gaytan-Muro. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 11, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 9/24/15, 10/1/15, 10/8/15, 10/15/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015248279 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PRO CAR BUYERS. 18235 S. Figueroa St. Gardena, CA 90248. COUNTY: Los Angeles. Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number: 200801610081. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Auction Cars LLC, 18235 S. Figueroa St Gardena, CA 90248. State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fi ctitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/ Ziad Alsibai. TITLE: Managing Member, Corp or LLC Name: Auction Cars LLC. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 25, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/1/15, 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015245580 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: HEARTYOUFROMME; 2629 Foothill Blvd. #350 La Crescenta, CA 91214. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Shari Zadoorian, 2629 Foothill Blvd #350 La Crescenta, CA 91214. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: 9/1/2015. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Shari Zadoorian. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 23, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/01/15, 10/08/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015241913 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ELEVEN 88 ART AND DESIGN; 2558 N. San Fernando Road Los Angeles, CA 90065, 806 S. Date Ave Alhambra, CA 91803. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) April Connors, 806 S. Date Ave Alhambra, CA 91803. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: April Connors. TITLE: Owner. This
statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 18, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/01/15, 10/08/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015235528 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BEAUTY IMAGE SKINCARE CENTER; 1427 San Marino Avenue, Unit 7 San Marino, CA 91108, Po Box 80751 San Marino, CA 91118. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Winnie To, 6229 N. Harvey Way San Gabriel, CA 91775. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Winnie To. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 11, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/01/15, 10/08/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015244206 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: A COUPLE JUICE’S?, A COUPLE JUICES?; 85 W. Poppyfield Dr. Altadena,CA 91001. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Treasure Mallory, 3810 El Sereno Ave Altadena,CA , CA 91001, Essie Guyton, 85 W. Poppyfields Dr. Altadena, CA 91001. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Treasure Mallory. TITLE: Co Partner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 22, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/01/15, 10/08/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015244451 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: WHOLESALEWHOLESALE.COM, FANTASY FINDINGS; 831 N. Norman Place Los Angeles, CA 90049. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Carolyn Sue Gross, 831 N. Norman Place Los Angeles, CA 90049. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: 9/22/2015. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Carolyn Sue Gross. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 22, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of
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Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/01/15, 10/08/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015253653 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PHOLICIOUS LOS CERRITOS. 239 Los Cerritos Mall Cerritos, CA 90703. COUNTY: Los Angeles. Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number: 3720844. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Tran-Tran Management, Inc., 26675 Portola Pkwy Ste. C Foothill Ranch, CA 92610. State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/ Chau Ninh TITLE: President, Corp or LLC Name: Tran-Tran Management, Inc. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: October 2, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015242148 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LO + BE BOLD, AURA LUVR. 4712 Admiralty Way, Suite 935 Marina Del Rey, CA 90292. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Lo + Be Bold, LLC,
4712 Admiralty Way, Suite 935 Marina Del Rey, CA 90292. State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/ T.R. Loftin. TITLE: CEO, Corp or LLC Name: Lo + Be Bold, LLC. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 18, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015252983 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FUR FUR DOG; 890 S. Rosemead Blvd. #22 Pasadena, CA 91107. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Evdokia Alekseeva, 890 S. Rosemead Blvd. #22 Pasadena, CA 91107. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Evdokia Alikseeva. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: October 1, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015252561 Type of Filing: New (Amended). The fol-
lowing person(s) is (are) doing business as: GINA DEEB INTERIOR DESIGN, GD INTERIORS, G. MARIE, GM INTERIORS; 9461 Charleville Blvd. #565 Beverly Hills, CA 90212. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Gina Deeb, 148 S. Lapeer Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90211. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: 7/8/2013. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Gina Deeb. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: October 1, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015252739 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: HEARE; 1875 Kinneloa Canyon Road Pasadena, CA 91107. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Elizabeth Morley Larson, 1875 Kinneloa Canyon Road Pasadena, CA 91107. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Elizabeth Morley Larson. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: October 1, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015242095 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: WESTSIDE CUSTOM CCTV AND SECURITY; 6475 East Pacific Coast Hwy. #1008 Long Beach, CA 90803. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Nicholas Holdinski, 6475 East Pacific Coast Hwy. #$1008 Long Beach, CA 90803. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Nicholas Holdinski. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 18, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015253290 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MACARONS MAYMAY, SWEETIE MAYMAY; 745 East Valley Blvd. #326 San Gabriel, CA 91776. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Amy Wei, 1778 Rose Avenue San Marino, CA 91108, Alice Wang, 2895 Woodlawn Avenue San Marino, CA 91108. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Amy Wei. TITLE: General Partner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: October 1, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in viola-
tion of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015251919 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DOMINATION WORLD MUSIC; 126 E. Palm Street Altadena, CA 91001. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Domenic Aiken, 126 E. Palm Street Altadena, CA 91001. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Domenic Aiken. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 30, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015254760 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NATURE INSPIRED INNOVATIONS, NATURE INSPIRED INNOVATIONS TO SUSTAIN OUR PLANETS; 688 N. Rimsdale Ave Unit #32 Covina, CA 91722. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Sarita Thakoor and Kaveri Anil Thakoor, 688 N. Rimsdale Ave Unit #32 Covina, CA 91722. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Sarita Thakoor. TITLE: President. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: October 2, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious
Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015250245 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GOLD RUSH BARBERS; 1583 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91106. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Manuel ñRaymundo Flores Beltrans Jr, 3850 Tampico Ave Los Angeles, CA 90032. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Manuel ñRaymundo Flores Beltrans Jr. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 29, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE NO: 2015-250224 FILE NO: 2013-125855 DATE FILED: 06/17/2013. Name of Business(es) GOLD RUSH BARBERSHOP, 1581 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91106. REGISTERED OWNER(S): Manuel R Beltran Jr, 1581 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91106. Business was conducted by an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) REGISTRANTS NAMES/CORP/LLC (PRINT) Manuel R Beltran Jr. TITLE: Owner. If corporation, also print corporate title of officer. If LLC, also print tile of officer or manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on the date indicated by the filed stamp in the upper right corner: September 29, 2015. I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL
STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. DEAN C. LOGAN, LOS ANGELES COUNTY CLERK by: Todd Tran, Deputy Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE NO: 2015-250223 FILE NO: 2013-098334 DATE FILED: 05/13/2013. Name of Business(es) GOLD RUSH BARBERSHOP, 1581 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91106. REGISTERED OWNER(S): Manuel R Beltran Jr, 1581 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91106. Business was conducted by an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) REGISTRANTS NAMES/CORP/LLC (PRINT) Manuel R Beltran Jr. TITLE: Owner. If corporation, also print corporate title of officer. If LLC, also print tile of officer or manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on the date indicated by the filed stamp in the upper right corner: September 29, 2015. I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. DEAN C. LOGAN, LOS ANGELES COUNTY CLERK by: Todd Tran, Deputy Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015251839 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JDR LOGISTICS; 2041 Abrazo Dr. West Covina, CA 91791. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Joseph D Ramirez, 2041 Abrazo Dr. West Covina, CA 91971. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Joseph D Ramirez. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: September 30, 2015. NOTICE ñ in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of fi ve years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: Pasadena Weekly. Dates: 10/8/15, 10/15/15, 10/22/15, 10/29/15
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8DAYS THURSDAY 10.08.15
CHOICE EVENTS FOR THE WEEK OF 10.08–10.15 BY JOHN SOLLENBERGER
Bella Hristova
Conscientious Projector presents the documentary “Harvest of Empire,” based on the book by “Democracy Now!” co-host Juan González, offering a historical and economic overview of factors driving northward migration to the US, at 7 p.m. at Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. Call (818) 517-8878 or visit harvestofempiremovie.com.
FRIDAY 10.09.15 Art Night Pasadena features free admission to various Pasadena art galleries and cultural institutions, including the Norton Simon Museum, Armory Center for the Arts, Lineage Performing Arts Center, Boston Court Performing Arts Center, USC Pacifi c Asia Museum and many others. The event runs from 6 to 10 p.m. Visit artnightpasadena.org for participating institutions.
SATURDAY 10.10.15 The Pasadena Symphony’s Classics season opens, featuring Dvorak’s “New World Symphony” and violinist Bella Hristova performing Kevin Puts’ “Violin Concerto,” with performances at 2 and 8 p.m. at Ambassador Auditorium, 131 S. St. John Ave., Pasadena. Tickets are $35 and up. Call (626) 793-7172 or visit pasadenasymphony-pops.org.
SUNDAY 10.11.15 A Cellar Sessions concert features opening act Karen Tobin followed by headliner Kal David, starting with a wine tasting at 3 p.m. followed by music at 3:45 p.m. at Old Oak Cellars, 2620 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena. Tickets are $22 in advance, $25 at the door. Visit wineandsong. com/cellar for tickets.
MONDAY 10.12.15 Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N. Lake Ave., Altadena, presents the Tannahill Weavers, one of Scotland’s top traditional bands, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25. Call (626) 7986236 for tickets and visit coffeegallery.com for information.
TUESDAY 10.13.15 Chamber ensemble Camerata Pacifi ca performs works by Rossini, Weber, Wilson and Smetana, featuring performers Adrian Spence, Giora Schmidt, Ani Aznavoorian and Michael McHale, at 7:30 p.m. at The Huntington Library, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino. Tickets are $56. Call (805) 884-8410 or visit cameratapacifica.org.
WEDNESDAY 10.14.15
THURSDAY 10.15.15 An Evening for the Station raises funds for Union Station Homeless Services, featuring comedy by Jonah and Kumail (Comedy Central’s “The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail”), Matt Peters (“Orange is the New Black”), Ron Funches (“Conan”), Cameron Esposito (“Chelsea Lately”) and others, at 6:30 p.m. at ArcLight Pasadena, 336 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Tickets are $40. Call (626) 250-4559 or visit unionstationhs.org.
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A Distinguished Fellow Lecture features Thomas Cogswell, professor of history at UC Riverside discussing “An Accursed Family: The Scottish Crisis and the Black Legend of the House of Stuart, 1650—1652,” on the campaign by John Milton to destroy the reputation of Charles II, the Stuart king of Scotland, at 7:30 p.m. at the Huntington Library, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino. Free; no reservations required. Call (626) 405-2100 or visit huntington.org.