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Thursday, January 29 - February 4, 2009 Volume 14, No. 9

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EXCLUSIVE:

Monrovia’s Own Madoff By Susan Motander

Mark Paul Colasuonno, the man who owned the old Tax Doctor shop in Monrovia, has been charged with grand theft by embezzlement. He has already been arraigned on the charge which includes the allegation that the theft was greater than $150,000. Following his arrest, Colasuonno was been released on his own recognizance. He is now awaiting trial on the charge and the enhancement which could lead to up to 5 years in prison. According to Monrovia Police Detective Richard Downey, this is likely only the first round of charges Colasuonno may be facing. “We have turned the investigation over the the District Attorney’s Major Frauds Unit,” said Downey in an interview. Lt. Raymundo Fraga of the District Attorney’s Investigative Unit said he could

not confirm or deny that an investigation was ongoing. “We cannot discuss which cases we are looking into. It is the policy of the department, he said. He explained that a case “may not meet the criteria” of what the D.A. will investigate. Downey said that the losses to those who invested with Colasuonno may amount to much as $8 million. One investor has already lost his home and three others are on the verge of losing their theirs as well. He also said that most of those who lost money were senior citizens. This story came about as the result of meeting the new Tax Doctor. We planned a nice fluff piece about tax preparation and the advantages of using a Certified Public Accountant rather that a tax preparation specialist. Colasuonno was only a Tax Doctor on 4

Charles Ponzi (March 3, 1882 – January 18, 1949) was one of the greatest swindlers in American history. His aliases include Charles Ponei, Charles P. Bianchi, Carl and Carlo. The term “Ponzi scheme” is a widely known description of any scam that pays early investors returns from the investments of later investors. He promised clients a 50% profit within 45 days, or 100% profit within 90 days, by buying discounted postal reply coupons in other countries and redeeming them at face value in the United States as a form of arbitrage.

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Existing Home Sales Show Strong Gain In December Existing-home sales rose unexpectedly while inventory declined, led by a surge of sales in the West, according to the National Association of Realtors. Existing-home sales – including singlefamily, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops – jumped 6.5 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate1 of 4.74 million units in December from

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CaltechÊs New Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics Opens

Gaza onChameau 15 Cal Tech President Jean-Lou ascends the first floor stairway Monday By Terry during the opening ofMiller thePhotos building where the students and professors will soon climb by Terry by Terry to the outerPhotos reaches in theMiller new Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics. Caltech on 12

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Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Seven to Los Angeles County Superior Court Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointments of Huey P. Cotton, David S. Cunningham III, Victor H. Greenberg, Howard L. Halm, Maren E. Nelson, Michael Terrell and Geanene Yriarte to judgeships in the Los Angeles County Superior Court.

LA Works Receives Funding To Serve Recently Released Veterans Irwindale ‘s LA Works, a WorkSource Center providing assistance to businesses and job seekers throughout the northeastern San Gabriel Valley, has just been awarded $499,600 through the Governor’s Workforce Investment Act Veterans’ Employment-Related Assistance Program (VEAP). Ac-

The Home Depot EXPO Becomes Latest Victim in Housing Slump The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer, today announced it will exit its EXPO business. The Company is also taking steps to streamline its support functions. These decisions will impact 7,000 associates, or approximately two percent of the Company's total workforce. Finally, the

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My, How Time Flies January has flown by. How many times I heard Mom or Aunt Jessie say, “My, how time flies.” then, after their passing, it was cousins Dorothea and Olin. Guess whose turn it is now! I cannot believe how quickly the years, and my life, are passing into history. I live in today, but I also remember the past and look to the future. Not only do I say, “My, how time flies,” but I have to admit I also frequent ly say, “Lord, I get more like Mom a nd Au nt Jessie every day.” You k now that's not all bad. They were, in their way, a couple of strong ladies. Since I was born late into their lives, by the time I was old enough to begin collecting memories of them they had recognized that life is a roller coaster. Joy and healing here, desperation and destruction there. By example, not preaching, they were definitely my lead teachers as I learned to roll with the punches and wallow in the joys. One time Mom and I

were visiting Aunt Jessie on the farm. It was growing late and darkness had long fallen on the hot, summer night. Mom and I sat in the porch swing while Aunt Jessie paced, wringing her hands. She was distraught. Uncle Earl had not returned from an early trip to town. We all kept our eyes on the gravel road watching for headlights to appear over the hilltop. When they didn't come a nd d id n' t come, Aunt Jessie said, “Land sakes, M abel. I f Earl's not dead, I'm going to kill him when he gets home.” Uncle Earl finally made it home. I watched to see how Aunt Jessie would kill him. She looked at him with tears in her eyes and said, “Your supper's in the warming oven. It's probably dried out by now.” Mom took her apron off and said, “It's time for us to go to bed, Dorothy Lou.” I was a small child, but the memory is etched firmly in my mind. Land sakes, it seems it was only yesterday. My, my, how time flies.

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A Gentle Reminder As a proud participant in this year's Sierra Madre One Book One City Committee is my happy duty to give you all a gentle reminder and a dose of encouragement to pick up a copy of local living legend Ray Bradbury's groundbreaking novel Fahrenheit 451 and read or re-read not only a great piece of storytelling but also a thought-provoking commentary on censorship and mass cultural belief systems that is still relevant 50 years after it was published. After this stormy political season I hope we can all agree that having the power to question authority and to learn truth are just a few of the things that keep life interesting. And I'm sure you can understand why I, as writer, would find a world without written stories - books, songs, films, comic strips, corny sitcoms - an unbearable tragedy. I think these are just a few of the things Mr. Bradbury was writing about. Maybe he'll let me know when he comes to town on Feb 7 at the Elementary School Lower Campus. I saw him in person this fall. He's an entertaining speaker with great stories to tell and a love of public libraries. And my favorite public library - the Sierra Madre Library (one of my childhood escapes) - has put together a great series of programs. Check out the library's website for more info. Or drop by and check out a copy of the book. Or buy one at Sierra Madre Books. Let me know when you finish reading and we can discuss the best lines, the parts that put us to sleep, the paragraph that made us think/smile/ cry/cringe, or come up with a better story.... The possibilities are endless.

Confronted by urgent issues such as global to rethink our strategy. Ideally, we wanted to only warming, a worldwide financial recession, and select events that would be both enjoyable for our international disregard for human rights, my gen- members and beneficial to our community. If eration will face many challenges to solve these our members started to believe that helping their problems before it is too late. As a sophomore community is tedious labor, it would be imposin Arcadia High School and a member of my sible to accomplish our goal so our member’s school’s Speech and Debate team, I am exposed satisfaction and happiness became an important to our world’s current events and, naturally, I am standard. Together, we created a schedule filled concerned about the future of not just our country with fun and rewarding events. By this time, but the rest of the world. The problem is many it was already November, but we managed to of my fellow peers are apathetic to issues that do complete our entire schedule which included a not directly affect them. As a teenager also, I tree donation and planting for the City of Arcadia understand that their indifference is not because and the La Puente Hacienda Heights School Disthey are selfish or trict, a Christmas lazy, but because present distribution they fail to see the to every single pabigger picture and tient in the pedisimply are uninatric wards of the formed about what Arcadia Methodist is going on outside and Pasadena Hunof their lives. We all tington Memorial take our academHospitals as well as ics very seriously; every orphan (ages however, it is as if 7-12) at Hillsides students today do Orphanage, and not realize that the (l-r) Wesley, Jacky Huang, Jordan Huynh, a fellow walker, Bryant Irawan, Steven preparation of eight Martin and Johnny Tang purpose of educahundred holiday tion is to inspire and prepare the next generation meals for underprivileged families in the San Gato find ingenious ways to improve the world we briel Valley. Most recently, the officers of CUTE! live in. If we ever want our next generation to suc- also donated more than 10,000 sheets of 100% ceed and the generation after that to do the same, and 30% recycled paper to Arcadia High School. our first priority should be to inspire the youth Soon afterwards, we were receiving thank you and explain what’s currently happening in our letters from everyone including officials from world as well as what lies ahead if nothing is done. the City of Arcadia, nurses from Methodist and Erica Blodgett This was my inspiration for creating CUTE! (Cul- Huntington Hospitals, Hillsides Orphanage, etc. Sierra Madre tural Unification Through Education), a youth Cute on 5 non-profit organization founded by a group of my closest friends and me in October 2008. Our mission is simple. We want to promote greater cooperation in the world by improving the world’s health-care, education, and cultural tolerance. At first I had doubts whether our goal was possible. For the first couple of weeks, we didn’t have any money or support from our school –since we are not a school club- or other organizations. We were completely independent with only our determination keeping us afloat, but soon, more and more of our peers started to notice us through our website. During our first week, we received more than 7,000 views! Later, we noticed In 1948, Mahatma Gandhi was shot by a Hindu radical while attending prayers that although there has been a slight decrease in in New Delhi. His death came the year after India became independent after nearly views, the number has been fairly consistent and 200 years of British colonial rule. Gandhi was a major force in the independence this realization was the best jump-start we could movement, advocating strictly non-violent methods in the struggle for freedom. have ever wished for. Before we knew it, CUTE! was growing at a phenomenal rate. We went from unorganized chaos to euphoria as the interest in our club grew. As new members started to trickle in, our officer team deDon't trash your city vised innovative ways to build a strong financial Help Us Save Our Earth foundation. After a month of intensive planning Let us help you safely discard your E-waste and preparation, everything was set and we were Live Oak finally ready to begin. Our first project was the AIDS Walk in West Hollywood. Even though the 10:00am to 4:00pm Foothill Transit Dr six-mile walk was physically demanding, every5649 N.Peck Rd Arcadia CA 91006 one had a fantastic time! Because of Aids Walk, TRI State of California approved recycling center we realized that being actively involved doesn’t Acceptable products:PC,Laptop,TV,Monitor,LCD,PC peripherals VCR, DVD, Cell phone, Auto batteries and most the E-waste necessarily mean everything will be hard or borFor more Info Pls Call TRI @ 1-877-866-0128 Clark ing. With this in mind, I met with my officer team

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ART TALK:

Is the One Carter Developer Actually Sierra Madre’s Very Own Christo? By Eric Maundry From the Sierra Madre Tattler <sierramadretattler.blogspot.com>

Are you at all familiar with the work of an artist who goes by the name of Christo? He's gotten lots of press over the years for not only his ability to erect these huge fabric works that cover vast acres of land (thus the unfortunate term “Landscape Artist”), but also the astonishing ability to raise the millions of dollars it takes to turn his dreams into reality. Christo is, of course, a true celebrity wildly adored by the art world and critics everywhere, and often his works are greeted with the kinds of effusive praise that I've quoted here below: “The effect is astounding. To be in the presence of one of these artworks is to have your reality rocked. You can see things you have never seen before. You also get to see the fabric manifest things that cannot usually be seen, like the wind blowing, or the sun reflected in ways it had not before.. The effect lasts longer than the actual work of art. Years after every physical trace has been removed and the materials recycled, original visitors can still see and feel them in their minds ...” And if you find this as impressive as I do, I have some very special news for you today. It appears that artistic genius has manifested itself in a place many in the art world would have found to be unlikely in the extreme. Can you believe that here in Sierra Madre, on the muddy and rock strewn slopes of the construction site known as One Carter, artisans of strikingly similar skill and vision have been busily constructing landscape art all their own, work with its own singular grace and style. Behold Sierra Madre, we give you “Protective Plastic Rain Sheathing That Rises To The Sun.”

Now my meager words cannot do honor to what we are witnessing. So we here at the Sierra Madre Tattler have brought in the world renowned art critic Arthur Cornrye-Michellinda to give his description of what it is we are seeing here. Arthur? “Yes, Sir Eric, here we are awed by tactile materials prosaic yet mighty, textile but possessing an ethereal power heretofore unappreciated. ‘Protective Plastic Rain Sheathing That Rises To The Sun' takes us from the slough of day to day human existence and invites our spirits to soar to places of which we have never dared before dream. Who could fail to sense the true greatness when brought before so majestic a sight? Do you have a Kleenex? I fear that I am about to cry.” K The next time you are in the neighborhood, please do stop by and see what all of the excitement p iis about, will you? “Protective Plastic Rain Sheathiing That Rises To The Sun” will be in place until tthe rainy season draws to a close, or the mountain lliquefies and flows down Baldwin Avenue and out onto the 210. Whichever happens first. And at this point, it's anybody's guess. p This has been Art Talk with Sir Eric Maundry.

Training Tips By Lynda Linforth

FUNCTIONAL TRAINING FOR LIFE (AND OTHER ADVENTURES)

Over the New Year holiday, I decided to learn a new sport and I took skiing lessons. After three hours of careful instruction, I was sent out on the slopes alone and tentative. The Bunny Slope was full of beginners. Just when I really thought I was getting the hang of it, an out of control snowboarder ploughed into me from behind. My arms and legs went everywhere, scenery spun and I squealed loudly. When I finally gained control of the situation, I was amazed to find myself still upright and facing the same direction. I could feel my stomach muscles, my glutes, my lower back and my hamstrings all buzzing with over-use and I realized that I had just controlled my tailspin by using my stability muscles developed in my workouts. Completely and utterly inadvertently. After relaying my story to a few clients the next week (they love to hear about my physical ineptitudes), I found that a couple of them had had similar occurrences over the same weekend. Jan, (54), and I have trained together since January 2005 and she had a mishap right outside of my gym: “I slipped and kept slipping but never went down, thank God. I really attribute it to being stronger from working out.” Another client, Tania started working out with me in 2003 and one of her goals was to increase her stability. She had noticed that she was stumbling often and generally feeling unsteady on her feet. This time, she slipped on ice while on an walk with her husband:: “What was remarkable was that I actually gained control of my body while I was still standing on the ice! I really felt it in my abs, my muscles reacted before I had to think about it” she said. All of these happy endings are attributed in part to exercising using a training method known as Functional

Tax Doctor from 1 person who specialized in tax preparation, unlike the new Tax Doctor, Michael Di Pietro, who is a CPA with a Certified Financial Planner on his staff. Di Pietro said that he was prepared to assist people in the full range of planning, not just preparing taxes. “A person who just prepares taxes understands how to apply the rules; he is a technician. A CPA is

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Training. This technique consists of a series of exercises which mimic everyday body movements often involving movement through various planes of motion and an external force (free weight, medicine ball, etc.) By involving the core section of the body, Functional Training can also help improve balance, stability and posture. The basic theory of Functional Training is by improving the brain to muscle communication (neuromuscular facilitation), our muscles are able to react faster when we need them. When Jan and Tania slipped suddenly, their body took over for them before they could think to react because the muscles had a “memory” of stabilizing them. A Functional Training program can be developed for people of all fitness abilities and goals. For example, someone who has small children would benefit from a workout that includes squats with over head raises. A program for a basketball player might include jump squats, bending and reaching holding a medicine ball. For a client who’s goal is to improve balance and mobility, they might benefit from stepping up and down on a Core Board (wobble board) or from performing upper body exercises while standing on one foot. Next time you are exercising, try and incorporate exercises that pertain to your everyday life. It will give your training more focus and purpose.

a technologist; he understands the rules.” Di Pietro explained. The new Tax Doctor stressed that his business is nothing like that of Colasuonno. “We believe in integrating tax strategies with financial planning and business strategies. More next week, as Susan Motander continues her investigation of Monrovia’s Madoff.

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Cute from 3 What made this even more rewarding was knowing that we came up with all of these events and activities ourselves, rather than relying on larger organizations to plan and coordinate them for us. Soon afterwards, we were surprised to realize that ICAA (Indonesian Chinese American Association), a non profit organization dedicated to fighting racism and educating Indonesian and Chinese cultures, and Indonesia Media, the largest international Indonesian magazine, both offered to be partner organizations with CUTE! What more could we ask for in only three months of operation?! We entered the new year with high morale and a strong foundation, and plan to start reaching out internationally as well as continuing our local community projects such as beach cleanups and working together with Tree People to help plant 500 pine saplings to restore the beauty of the San Gabriel Mountains. Internationally, we will start with the country of Indonesia. Instead of having our officer team constantly find and lead events, our members have been asked to research issues occurring in Indonesia and propose solutions to fix those problems. So far, a plan to produce informational public health brochures and

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collaborate with a local doctor in Indonesia is in the works. Lots of people keep mentioning how lucky we are and how everything has gone our way. However, I believe our success is completely due to our officer’s commitment and organization. Of course, it took endless days of meticulous planning to form this organization, but the fact that we are capable of changing our member’s personal views and the realization that people are thankful for what we do drives us to be persistent even when facing obstacles. In only three months, I have witnessed the transformation of my friends and members from conscientious kids to energetic, focused contributors that are excited about helping people. Even though we have been unbelievably successful, we realize that it is impossible for us to reach out to every person. This is why encouraging other youths to start their own organizations has been added to our mission statement. We have to make people understand that success will be guaranteed if they are passionate and that luck has nothing to do with it. If all goes well, our work can change the world around us, open the minds of our peers to today's problems, and enable them to take action.

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Public Hearing On Bus Service Feb. 9 Proposed bus service changes will be discussed at a public hearing on Monday, February 9 at 6 pm at the San Gabriel Valley Sector O;ce, 3449 Santa Anita Avenue, 3rd Floor, El Monte. In addition, four other hearings are being held throughout the county. For the time, date and location of the hearing nearest you, check at metro.net.

The Trains Are Rolling In East LA Testing is underway with real trains rolling on real rails along the route of the Metro Gold Line Eastside Extension in preparation for the grand opening. The six-mile extension linking downtown LA with Little Tokyo/Arts District, Boyle Heights and East LA opens in mid 2009.

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from the 60’s, 70’s & 80’s. SAT. 1/31 - BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER @ FIREFLY BISTRO IN SOUTH PASADENA, 11am - 2pm. 1009 El Centro. 626-441-2443 . All ages. Saturday BLUES Brunch under a big breezy tent. The Mission St. Gold Line station is just a short walk away, and makes for a nice outing. http://www.bigbbrenner.com/

THE HUBCAPS packed the house at Cafe 322 last Saturday night, and after a certain 1st grade teacher rearranged the furniture, we were dancing in the aisles ‘til the very last note was played! It was Keith the bass player’s birthday party, and being the friendly face behind the counter at the Bottle Shop by day makes him a pretty popular guy in this town! The celebration continues this Saturday, Jan. 31st, as THE HUBCAPS play the BUCCANEER LOUNGE down the street. Keith and guitar player Josh are pictured here with me. Last week they had a guest drummer, but Tom will be back for this weekend’s gig. FRI. 1/30 - The MELLOW D’z (DAVE OSTI AND DEANNA COGAN) @ THE MAYAN BAR (inside the Aztec Hotel) in MONROVIA, 6 - 9pm Happy Hour. 311 W. Foothill Blvd. 626-358-3231. NO COVER. Full bar, food, coldest beer in town! Acoustic Guitar, vocals. “Hot Chick, Cool Dude & Music to suit your mood!” http://www.myspace.

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perfected their rings which are served with a cranberry ketchup and apricot mustard. They were perfectly crispy and seasoned just right. I really wanted to devour every last one of them but decided to leave some room for what was to come. The Miso-Sake Braised Black Cod with Edamame, Asparagus, Basil and Scallions was cooked to the exact flakiness and burst with flavor. The saltiness was just right for me but would perhaps be too much for someone with high blood pressure. I have always been a big fan of mushrooms and if cooked right they taste just like a juicy steak. The Roasted Mushrooms that came with the Prime Flat Iron Steak and Bordelaise were the highlight for me. They were juicy, rich and had a rounded full butter flavor. The steak was cooked perfectly and melted with each bite. Owner Steve Ahn and his wife Ashley have built Mike & Anne’s (named after his parents) out of great ingredients: fabulous service, fresh ingredients and an accessible and elegant menu. The end result being food that tastes great and a place that people can truly connect with. The only thing that I would request is more mushrooms please!

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From lobster tempura and Grammy Awards to basketball and beer, the new $2.4 billion LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles is definitely worth a visit. A friend and I began a recent getaway to the venue at ESPN Zone, where we lunched while watching a Laker game. Located across the street from Staples Center, “the Zone” features a restaurant, bar and gift shop, 100 televisions, and a myriad of sports memorabilia. After the game we walked through Nokia Plaza to the Grammy Museum, a four-level gallery exploring and celebrating the legacies of music; the creative process; the art and technology of the recording process; and the history of the Grammy Awards. Our adventure began with an elevator ride to the fourth floor. When the doors opened we followed colorful lights to a long table called “Crossroads.” Looking like something from “Star Wars,” the blinking interactive table is a giant touch-screen offering guests access to more than 130 genres of music. Near “Crossroads” we found incredible musical memorabilia, such as Buddy Holly’s 1943 Gibson guitar, Elvis’ 1942 Martin guitar, and Don Henley’s hand-written lyrics to his classic song “End of the Innocence.” Moving down to the third floor we were immersed in “Life of a Recording,” where video screens and interactive exhibits tell the story of how a song is recorded and brought to life from its beginning until it is ready for the radio. To help demonstrate the process, the museum features various recording booths, where guest can learn how to record, mix, and master a recording. On second floor we watched an original movie in the museum’s 200-seat theater. Called “The Making of a Grammy Moment,” the film was shot backstage at last year’s Grammy Awards. After the movie, we headed next door to Fleming’s Steakhouse for dinner. Specializing in fine aged prime steak, fresh seafood, and sophisticated wine, Fleming’s is a great place to conclude a day at LA Live. We entered the restaurant when it opened at 5 pm and within an hour the place was packed, the bar area was hopping, and the wait staff was on the go. I took this as a good sign. Our dining experience began with a lobster tempura appetizer, with jalapeno cream sauce and soy-ginger dip. While devouring this delicious creation, we discussed the extensive wine list with Jeffrey Kingsbury, our server. For a main course I selected seared Ahi Tuna with a vegetable salad and hot mustard. My friend went with the double-thick pork chop, with baked apple cider, creole mustard, and apples and jicama. With this we split creamed spinach and Fleming’s signature potatoes. For dessert we split chocolate lava cake with a molten chocolate center and served with vanilla cream and pistachios. While finishing with dessert, we met chef Calvin Holladay, who explained how he creates new menu items. LA Live is located at 800 Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, 90015. For more info visit www.lalive.com. For more info on Grammy Museum, visit www.grammymuseum.org. For more info on dining at Flemmings Steakhouse, visit www.flemingssteakhouse.com.

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Full Post: http://sierramadretattler.blogspot.com/2009/01/710-tunnel-big-lieon-air-quality.html Despite the sales pitch, the 710 expansion is mostly about providing inland access for the massive truck traffic coming out of the Port of Los Angeles. As America became more and more addicted to imports from the cheap labor states of Asia, truck traffic from Long Beach increased exponentially. To the point where the 710 corridor has become recognized as one of the most polluted in the U.S. And, of course, if the 710 tunnel is built that traffic will route onto the 210, blessing our neck of the San Gabriel Valley with the same kinds of air quality devastation seen in cities such as Bell, Paramount, and Compton. Comments: January 24, 2009 10:09 AM - Pasta said... As a child I used to hold my breath when we would drive through a tunnel on the Pasadena Freeway. It was a game. Now you will need to hold your breath to save your life.

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ME & SEXY STEVE By Aaron Proctor

Full Post: http://aaronproctor.wordpress.com/2009/01/26/me-sexy-steve/ Pasadena City Councilman, Vice Mayor, former Loyola Marymount basketball hero and mega-politico-sex-symbol-recipient-of-my-heterosexual-mancrush, Steve Haderlein, tried to liven things up at the Mayor of Pasadena, California’s recent State of the City address: “After a ten minute skit from The Furious Theatre Company, Haderlein said jokingly that he now knows where Aaron Proctor went… ( he was referring to one of the actors in the Furious Theatre who slightly resembled Proctor, the former controversial Mayoral candidate, a local blogger” Apparently the crowd laughed uncomfortably. Which either was because a) Steve, not known for his comedic stylings, gave a bad delivery or b) the stuck up Limo Liberals in Pasadena were always a little uncomfortable around me, a guy whose only liberal action is the use of the word “fuck”. (Also - could someone get the newspaper who reported this, Aaaron Proctor, backstage at the the Pasadena Independent (???), a computer with Google and Wiki- 2008 premier of his one man show, “The Mysterious Exile of a Guylinered pedia so they could see I don’t live in that City anymore?) Gadfly “

The Allure is Gone By Matzah Grrl

Full Post: http://www.livinginmonrovia.com/archives/739 Here is a funny (and sad) photo by Matzahgrrl. Tough times for retail…another one bites the dust! Comments: January 8th, 2009 5:44 pm - KC said: Oh no! I love Allure! What am I going to do? January 12th, 2009 10:13 am - Myrtle Reaper said: Pinkberry will fold by the end of 2009, if not sooner. I believe Starbucks made a ghastly mistake with their investment in this company. Pure amateurs caught lightning in a bottle for about 15 minutes, Starbucks stupidly threw a considerable chunk of change into the kitty and we all remember “TCBY”. Assuming equal quality, price and service, I never patronize a chain over an independent. Be smart Sierra Cup, you’ll thrive. January 17th, 2009 12:26 am - Charlotte said: Actually, I like Cherry on Top in the Pavilions center. They seem to be doing quite well.

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CITY NEWS

12 JANUARY 29 - FEBRUARY 4, 2009

Quantum Leap For Astronomy

Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics opened officially on Monday, January 26. The event featured remarks by Cal Tech President Jean-Lou Chameau, PMA Chair Andrew Lange, and Cahill Center architect Thom Mayne. Hundreds of postgraduate students and professors, family and friends attended the special ribbon cutting and dedication ceremonies followed by tours of the facility which is what Cal Tech describes as its “Newest Shining Star.” Caltech scientists who study the outer reaches of space are about to get some space

Some of the key features of the building include • 148 seat Hameetman auditorium and a library situated on the building’s first floor to maximize their use as social and gathering spaces; • Offices located on the building’s second and third floors and the western part of the first floor, amongst which are scattered conference rooms and interactive spaces designed specifically to promote impromptu discussions and informal group meetings; • A single basement floor (with ample access to natural light) which houses all of the building’s laboratories; • Remote observing rooms; and a building wide wireless system.

of their own with the official opening of the Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics. The opening not only marks the beginning of a new era for Caltech astronomy, but is the Institute’s kick off for the International Year of Astronomy, a global effort initiated by the International Astronomical Union and UNESCO to mark the 400th anniversary of the first use of an astronomical telescope by Galileo Galilei. The aim of the year is to stimulate worldwide interest in astronomy and science. The Cahill Center located at 1216 California Boulevard boasts 100,000 square feet of offices, laboratories, and common areas. Designed by the Los Angeles based firm Morphosis (led by Everything about this building has that thought through feel from its address (1216, in angstroms, is the wavelength of ultraviolet light emitted by hydrogen atoms) to the view from the lobby up an ever narrowing staircase to the skylight on the third floor (which mimics the experience of peering up through a telescope) to the cut through hallways on each floor (which connect Caltech’s north and south campuses and serve to orient the building’s occupants). But what is perhaps most important about the Cahill Center is that it will allow some 300 of Caltech’s top ranked astronomy and astrophysics faculty and graduate students to work together in a building dedicated to their needs for

the first time in more than 40 years, thanks to Charles H. Cahill, who provided the lead gift for the $50 million center. The building has been named for Cahill and his late wife, Anikó Dér Cahill. “Taking a program like this to the next level is a team effort,” says Chameau, “and our donors have been a key part of this remarkable team.” “For decades, our extraordinary astrophysics faculty have been scattered across campus, among several overcrowded buildings,” says Andrew Lange, chair of Caltech’s Division of Physics, Mathematics and Astronomy and the Marvin L. Goldberger Professor of Physics. “The Cahill Center will bring together 26 astrophysics faculty and their groups into a single, remarkable space. Students and faculty alike will have a much richer experience. I can safely predict that new discoveries will be spawned in the coming year by conversations in hallways and interaction spaces that would not have otherwise taken place.” “The design for the Cahill Center draws on the institute’s desire to maximize interaction between the astronomy and astrophysics faculty and their research groups,” explains Kim Groves, principal in charge for the Morphosis team. “Visual and vertical connections between the laboratory and office levels occur via the main stair, while interaction areas and open break rooms punctuate each floor, all providing opportunities for chance and planned discussions to occur between

the researchers. Views out of the building look across the campus and up into the sky, providing select moments to celebrate the study of astronomy and astrophysics on the world renowned Caltech campus.” The Cahill Center is noteworthy not only for its creative design concept and execution, but also because it will be the first Caltech building to be certified under the LEED Green Building Rating System. LEED certifications are meant to encourage “whole building” sustainability by recognizing structures that meet the building council’s high standards. “Two of the most visible green features of the Cahill Center are the use of day lighting throughout the building which reduces the need for electrical lighting and the architectural paneling on the exterior,” Onderdonk explains. “The paneling actually shades the building, thereby reducing heat gain and the need for interior air conditioning.” This focus on keeping things green extended to the construction phase of the building as well. In building the Cahill Center, the architects and construction crews focused on using materials with recycled content, as well as local and regional materials; they also used low emitting adhesives, sealants, paints, carpets, composite woods, and laminate adhesives. In addition, they diverted more than 90 percent of the construction waste from the landfills, which significantly reduced the building’s impact on the environment.

City Taps Coach Rodney Jefferson to Help Expand Programs to Local Youth

Adding to its tools and resources to build positive programs and recreational outlets for youth, the City of Duarte has enlisted the aid of a local coach highly regarded for his work and mentoring skills with at-risk youth. Rodney Jefferson, founder and director of “A” Game Fundamental Basketball Clinic for the past nine years, has been signed to a consulting contract to work with City staff to help develop strategies, resources or programs that the City may utilize to reduce gang-violence and increase youth employment. He is also a former recruiter of athletes for the Citrus College Men’s Basketball program and the former head Junior Varsity coach at Monrovia High School. Jefferson, a life-long resident of the Monrovia/Duarte area has a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from Cal State Los Angeles. With City staff direction and input, Jefferson has been asked to help create new opportunities and collaborations with existing programs targeted to both youth and young adults, ages 17-25. He will also work to explore and develop for consideration a youth discussion group facilitating open communication and connections to available youth programs and services.

“We’ve been impressed with Rodney’s track record and success in working with all youths particularly through his ‘A’ Game Fundamental Basketball Clinic,” said Deputy City Manager, Karen Herrera. “His program has served hundreds of local children over the past nine years and combines basketball skills training with life skills training, health and nutrition education and high school and college preparation with year-round follow-up. While the City has many positive programs in place for youth, we believe Rodney can help us cast our net even wider to reach more of our community’s youth,” she said. Other new programs under consideration are a weekend evening basketball program that would take place at a local school site. Herrera said Jefferson will also bring a basketball clinic to Duarte youth over spring break between April 13th and 17th. “Our goal is to work with local businesses, high schools and junior colleges to create an avenue for young people to learn skills that will fortify and enhance their livelihood,” said Jefferson. For more information on this new youth effort, contact Duarte City Hall at (626) 3577931, ext. 221.

JANUARY 29 - FEBRUARY 4, 2009

RAPID FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE MINIMIZES DAMAGE TO MONROVIA HOMES…CAR PORT AND VEHICLES LOST

Top 1% of Prudential Realtors Nationwide Reni Rose (626) 355-8400 145 E. Grandview Ave., Sierra Madre 3+ Units offered at $1,475,000.

Huge 20,500 sf lot with many large trees create a unique, tranquil, quiet & private compound. Perfect for extended families or as a Single Family Residence with great rental income potential. 5 buildings with wood interior/exterior, vaulted ceilings, 3 fireplaces. Extensive remodel in 2007 - new kitchen, baths, utilities updated, low-maintenance landscaping, low-voltage lighting. Very unusual, must see to appreciate the possibilities.

Firefighters from Monrovia and Arcadia quickly doused a two home fire on Parker in Monrovia at approximately 3:30pm. The fire destroyed a carport with multiple vehicles and as one firefighter said “ could have been a lot worse. There were numerous small explosions of propane tanks. No immediate word of cause or injuries.

838 Wick Lane, Glendora Offered at $1,295,000.

Country living just 30 miles from Los Angeles! Build your dream home on this wonderfully private and secluded property which is zoned for horses and consists of about 8 acres with approximately 2.2 of them being on a gentle slope. There is a possible development opportunity to build 2 to 3 homes. Buyer to verify with the City of Glendora.

2025 Carolwood, Arcadia, Ca Offered at $1,048,000.

Situated in Highland Oaks with awarding winning Arcadia Schools, this home offers: : 2,985 sq.ft. (which includes the 664 sq.ft. of basement) with a 22,440 sf lot., 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, family room, 2 fireplaces, 2-car attached garage & a 664 sf finished basement currently being used as a media room and 5th bedroom.

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1745 La Cresta, Pasadena Offered at $875,000.

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324 E. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre Offered at $848,000.

Situated on a large 11,134 sf lot, this property is for those who love to entertain. Spacious living room w/vaulted ceiling and fireplace. Large kitchen opens to Family Room. Kitchen has wood flooring, Sub-Zero refrigerator,water purifier, self-cleaning double ovens, built-in desk. Sliding doors from Family Room to deck w/large lattice covered patio and private rear yard. Master Suite w/his & hers closets. Home is 2,222 sf, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Updated Baths, 3-Car Garage w/storage & work bench.

times and state budget crisis. Tickets are $20. Reservations can be made by calling the Duarte Chamber of Commerce at (626) 357-3333 or on the Chamber website: www. duartechamber.com.

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at a Chamber-sponsored luncheon at City of Hope Cooper Auditorium on Tuesday, Feb. 3, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Presentations will focus on the successes, opportunities, and challenges ahead in light of the current economic

Dua r te Mayor Joh n Fasana and Duarte Unified School District President Frank Figueroa and Superintendent Dr. Dean Conklin will update the community on the State of the City and State of the School District

Owner remembers the architect as being a Frank Lloyd Wright understudy. This home offers wonderful tranquil views of the mountains and Brookside Golf course. For those who love to golf, this property is conveniently located just one mile from the Brookside Country Club. The floor plan is open and spacious and offers pleasant views from almost every room of the home. There are modern touches, walls of windows, new carpeting and new interior paint. 2,238 sq.ft. home, 3 beds, 2.5 baths, 22,500 sq.ft.lot.

50 W. Dayton, Pasadena Offered at $798,000 or lease $3,200/mo. Old Town Pasadena – truly urban living at its finest! This dramatic loft-style, single level condo located on the top floor is just steps from fine dining, shops, theaters and the Gold Line. The complex epitomizes today’s trend of a live/ work lifestyle – ideal for the sophisticated buyer looking for an ultra modern living environment complete with industrial design elements. Features: soaring 14-foot ceilings, fireplace, stainless steel accents, GE Monogram stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, separate laundry room, 1379 Sq. Ft., 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Balconies, 2 parking spaces.

512 E. Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre Offered at $649,000.

This lovely home has been meticulously updated. It features wood flooring, crown molding, charming fireplace in living room, French doors opening to a large deck and rear yard. The kitchen is totally remodeled and offers: granite counters, cherry-wood cabinets, Thermador gas range, wine cooler, Travertine flooring, under-cabinet lighting and large pantry. 1,117 Sq. Ft. Home, 3 Bd 1 Ba, 8,100 Sq.Ft. Lot.

390 W. Highland , Sierra Madre Offered at $600,000.

Sierra Madre Farmhouse with great location – just a few blocks from the quaint village of downtown Sierra Madre. There is a fireplace in the living room, wood flooring, central air and heat, kitchen with natural wood cabinetry, new counters and a breakfast nook complete with table and benches. One bedroom is located upstairs and offers attic access. The 8,132 sq foot lot offers a large backyard. The house is 1,725 sf: there are 3 bedrooms and 1 updated bath. Short Sale.

169 Circle Drive, Bradbury Offered at $4,995 per month.

Located just minutes from the Santa Anita Race Track in the prestigious guard-gated community of Bradbury estates and situated on an acre of manicured park-like grounds, this beautiful Monterey Colonial home offers an East Coast/Hamptons feel. 5049 Sq. Ft. Home, 41,000 Sq. Ft. Lot. 6 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms. Lease Term Negotiable.

1536 W. Del Mar, Pasadena Offered at $2,500 per month

This charming Mediterranean home is in great condition and offers spacious rooms; coved ceiling in living room and in formal dining room. The living room offers a fireplace, there is beautiful wood flooring throughout, French doors/windows; an updated kitchen with granite counter, stove & tile flooring. There is also a charming breakfast room with built-in hutch. Both bathrooms have been updated, CA & heat & 2-car detached garage. 1,781 sf, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, $4,125 security deposit.

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470 Auburn, Sierra Madre Offered at $2,500 per month

Lovely traditional home in North Sierra Madre and in very good condition. There is a wonderful new kitchen, bright breakfast room, fireplace, large rear yard, spa and 2 car attached garage. 1083 sq. ft., 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Owner request 1 year lease. Available January 18, 2009. 1083 sq. ft. home, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 8600 sq.ft. lot. Owner requests 1 year lease. $2,500 per month with a $3,800 security deposit. Available January 18, 2009.

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JANUARY 29 - FEBRUARY 4 , 2009

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MLK National Day of Service and Celebration

Century 21 Village's Top Producers for 2008

By Sandy Gillis

The weekend prior to and the actual Martin Luther King Day 2009 assumed a more urgent tone than in recent memory. Even though Congress in 1994 reframed the day as a national day of service, was anyone listening? Thanks, history, for the convergence of events to jolt Americans’ attention. Because of the banking industry meltdown many folks had not much more than time to give this year. To paraphrase our new President, Americans unclasped fists and grabbed rakes, shovels, pots and pans throughout the San Gabriel Valley on this MLK weekend.

At the urging of PresidentElect Obama, service events were organized throughout country to commemorated MLK Day. In the San Gabriel Valley scores of volunteer opportunities criss-crossed with MLK and Inauguration celebrations. USAService.org offered a menu of choices from food and diaper drives, to church prayer meetings, to happy hour at the Hilton. The Armenian National Committees in Glendale, Altadena and La Crescenta organized canned food collections, the City of Rosemead received 50 trees planted by the Boys and Girls

Club, the Red Cross offered Emergency Readiness Training. Kidspace Museum hosted A Day of Tolerance. At Jackie Robinson Park Monday was commemorated with a video of Dr. King’s Freedom March, music, speakers, food and community celebration. Many service and celebration opportunities had lighthearted monikers alongside serious causes: Project Angel Food (let them eat cake?), an ongoing service organization which prepares and delivers food to men, women and children afflicted with HIV/AIDS. There were lemonade stands, one called The Lemonade Brigade, to raise money for charity. A nightclub held a Discobama event, and a local Obama supported hosted the Great American Melting Potluck celebration dinner. Public park cleanup opportunities were available to volunteers, including the Live Oak Park detail in Temple City, and the Beautification of Arlington

Garden at Pasadena Avenue and Arlington Drive in Pasadena. At the three acre Arlington Garden volunteers were asked to bring gloves, long handled tools such as rakes and hoes, knee pads, and water bottles for their afternoon stint. Over 60 volunteers, including families with young children, arrived close to the 12PM call time for weeding, moving rocks, and raking leaves in the Mediterranean water-wise demonstration garden “rooms.” Most stayed a little over two hours and accomplished much-appreciated garden maintenance. Ongoing volunteer opportunities are available for gardeners at Arlington Garden. Contact arlingtongarden@mac. com.

Andy Bencosme, managing broker at Century 21 Village Realty in Sierra Madre recently presented the annual sales production awards to the office’s top sales producers. The Annual Awards breakfast was held in the banquet room at “The Only Place in Town” in Sierra Madre. Bencosme presented gold and black plaques to the three “Top Producers”. Before presenting the awards, Bencosme thanked all of the agents present for their hard work, professionalism and complete dedication to their clients, especially in this very challenging market. He also remarked that he was very optimistic regarding the economy recovering in 2009. Also in attendance were Mike and Marge Lu-

decke, broker owners of the company. The 2008 “Top Sales Award” went once again to Nazee Rix who had total sales in excess of 13.5 million dollars. The second top producer award went to Emily Duggan closing sales just over 7 million dollars and the third top producing agent was former office manager and broker Mike Lepore with sales just over 6 million dollars. Bencosme stated that “it is great to see these three hard working Realtors have success in a tough 2008.” These t hree a nd a ll Century 21 Village agents can be reached at 38 West Sierra Madre Blvd. in Sierra Madre, by phone at (626) 355-1451 or online at www. c21village.com.

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This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features a huge kitchen with skylight and breakfast counter, amazing family room and 2 car garage. French doors open to backyard with lots of fruit trees. (CAM)

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New home w/Arcadia Schools, 3 bdrms 3.5 bth, FP, formal dining room, bonus room, loft upstairs, top quality workmanship, gourmet kitchen w/custom cabinets, granite countertops, laundry area, two car attached direct access garage, lots of storage, nice size front &side yard. (File #H1020)

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1363 Stonewell St, Monterey Park. Located in Brightwood School District of Monterey Park featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, dining area, fireplace, central air & heat, kitchen with granite counter tops and new appliances, beautiful yard, double attached garage. (S1363)

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Nothing fancy just good income of $3,700 month. 4-Plex – 2 studios + 2 1 bedrooms. Each unit has garage. (B3212)

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Thes wonderful 3bdrm 3bth town home was built in 1987, 1580 sqft , separate dining area, downstairs den could be 4th bdrm, small patio, very clean walking distance to Arcadia Schools. (C406)

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JANUARY 29 - FEBRUARY 4 , 2009

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A frequently asked question is, “Do we have to use the services chosen by our real estate agent or by the bank?” and the answer is no. Although this has been a problem for a number of years, with most originating from the larger Franchise real estate offices, it now seems that banks have also been selecting various services. Most demanded service, other than choice of Escrow Company, is the choice of the Title Company to be used. Sellers of bank owned properties are not exempt from the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA). If you, as a buyer, are in the process of purchasing a bank owned property or have recently purchased one and had no choice of services, the bank can be held liable to the buyer in the amount equal to three times all charges made for such title insurance. Not only can banks be held responsible but also can real estate offices that make this same requirement. Next question would be, “why do these companies require that we use their chosen title insurance company?” and the answer to that is additional profits. Some, but not all, of the major Franchise offices affiliates have agreements with various title insurance companies,

and can receive some form of compensation from them. It may not always be in the form of monies, but could be in free services. These companies must disclosure if there is some form of affiliation with these services, and that does not only include title insurance, but also can include escrow companies, inspection companies and warranty companies. As a buyer, you should have the right to select services, and if you have a preference then you should voice your concerns as to who is to be used. When ordering a title insurance policy, there is something else to consider. It appears that investors are purchasing a number of properties. Without question, there has never been a better time to purchase a property than now, as the interest rates are so low, and experience has proven that real estate is cyclical and prices will rise. When purchasing a property, you are to receive a clear title insurance policy, but what if you are planning on reselling the property within a year of two? For ten-percent of the cost of the title policy you can purchase a “Binder Policy”, and that will save you a great deal of money when the property

is resold. As example, the property purchased cost $200,000 and the title policy would have cost the seller $750.00 (who pays for the policy is negotiable). You sell the property within two years for $300,000. A new policy could cost $1,100, but by having the Binder Policy the cost would be based on the difference between the two properties, and in this case the

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drop. Yet, there are areas in California where prices have flattened out, and there are areas where prices have actually increased. Best suggestion is to have that visit with the real estate agent within the area that you are considering moving to. They can give you price comparables, and should be able to show sales figures for the previous months. For the first-time homebuyer, there can’t be a better time to buy, as interest rates are low, prices are low, sellers are negotiating and a firsttime homebuyer may only need three-and –a half percent (3.5%) down to make that purchase. Q) Is It A Good Time For An Investor To Buy? A) Investors are gamblers, and have you ever seen a gambler not be willing to take that chance? Based on what the investor is looking for, price, size of the home or condominium, location are just a few of the questions that need to be answered. In some areas, the investor may want to wait a while longer, but there are many secondary markets where it may be a good time to buy as those properties could make fairly good rentals until the market changes, and could possibly pay for themselves dur-

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• Obituary • Thelma Emma Reichling, 93, Longtime Monrovia Resident Thelma E. Reichling, a Monrovia resident for more than 50 years and recently a resident of The Manor at Santa Teresita Medical Center in Duarte, passed away January 25 of old age. She was 93. Born Thelma Emma Tagliapietra on March 4,1915 in Lomira, Wisconsin, she was the fifth of seven children of Victor Tagliapietra and Katherine Scudella, both of Calvene, Italy. She was raised on the family farm in nearby Eden, and was schooled in the proverbial one-room schoolhouse. She attended high school in nearby Fond-du-Lac. Thelma met George N. Reichling at a local dance and they were married August 4,

1936. They had two daughters, Jovita and Kathleen, and moved the family to Monrovia in 1946, becoming active members of Immaculate Conception Church. Thelma worked for many years at McBratney’s department store in downtown Monrovia, and for more than 50 years was a “Pink Lady” volunteer at Santa Teresita. She was preceded in death by her beloved George and daughter Kathleen Davis of Arcadia, who died of cancer at 61. She is survived by daughter Jovita Addeo, of Mill Valley , Calif., sonsin-law Edmond and Gary, granddaughter-in-law Samantha Condon Davis, grandchildren Denise Young of San

Anselmo, Calif., Nicole Cubba ofPetaluma, Calif., Gary Davis and Larry Davis, both of West Covina, and greatgrandchildren Kyle, Daryn and Molly Cubba, Scott and Mitchell Young, Arden and Sean Davis. Thelma was dearly beloved not only by her family but also by her Immaculate Conception community and the saintly Cannelite nuns and wonderful staff of Santa Teresita, as well as everyone who came in contact with her. Services are planned for 4:30 p.m. at the chapel at Santa Teresita on Royal Oaks Drive on Saturday, Jan. 31. The family requests in lieu of flowers an in-kind donation be sent to Santa Teresita Medical Center c/o The Manor, 819 Buena Vista Ave., Duarte, CA 91010, Attn: Sr. Mary James.

Ruby Naylor, 81 and Elvin Miller, 83, met in 1982. It took them a little time, but 27 years later they finally decided to say “I do” and get married. Thrilled family and friends are just now learning of this marriage, as it really was an elopement of sorts. Ruby has one child, Charlotte Bishop who lives in Grants Pass, Oregon from her first marriage and Al has three Claire McNellie, Maria Mancia and David Miller. They informed their children only after the marriage ceremony was officiated. Both Al and Ruby had been previously married and both spouses have long since passed. Ruby’s husband died in 1970 from throat cancer and Al’s wife died in 2001 of another cancer in 2001. The bond between Al and Ruby has grown infinitely stronger since the deaths of their previous spouses. Ruby hails from Saskatoon, Canada and Al from Northampton, Pennsylvania. Elvin Miller was a designer by trade and needed a place to work on his electric trucks and scooters (he is always one step ahead of the oil companies) as well as numerous projects for seniors he knew. Miller just

doesn’t seem to know how to say “no” when it comes to helping his fellow man. Knowing Elvin’s needs, Ruby offered him her backyard where Al built a special workshop to help complete his ambitions as a handyman helping senior citizens. He certainly loves a challenge. In September, Lillian Andreas and husband Larry visited Ruby and Al on a trip to California. They invited Al and Ruby to go with them to Hawaii in January. The idea of getting married in Hawaii came from Al’s niece, Lillian Andreas, who is a minister in Pennsylvania. Lillian’s daughter Susan and husband Brian live in Hawaii. Lillian’s daughter Linda actually won a trip to Hawaii so her husband also went to Hawaii for the wedding, making a total of 8 people who witnessed this very special event. In the eyes of God, Al and Ruby got married on Kona Kohla beach. Their relatives and friends arranged everything, including the traditional Luau and ensuing feast to celebrate the nuptials. There is a growing trend in the US of senior cohabitation in the name of companionship, but not necessarily taking mar-

riage vows. This one Pasadena couple, Al and Ruby Miller, proved that you can have the best of both worlds. The U.S. Census Bureau has reported that from 1990 to 1999, the percentage of unmarried senior couples 65 and older rose significantly. Forbes reports “In 2006, 1.8 million Americans aged 50 and above lived in heterosexual ‘unmarried-partner households,’ a 50% increase from 2000, figures Bowling Green State University demographer Susan Brown. These are senior couples who at one time believed in marriage. These are senior couples who are facing the disapproval of their children and religious faith. It is expected that this percentage rate will continue to rise. So why are senior couples cohabiting? For many senior citizens, marriage simply is not financially practical.” Here are some of the reasons senior couples are choosing living together rather than marriage: Financial Reasons, Tax disincentives, Loss of military and pension benefits, Fear of incurring liability for partner’s medical expenses, Credit rating protection, Separation of current debt, Ability to share expenses, Health insurance, Asset protection, Alimony, and Social Security benefits. There seems to be much confusion on this last one. Depending on your age, you may not lose Social Security benefits if you remarry. Hawaii on17

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GROUNDHOG DAY February 2nd,Groundhog Day, is a rather insignificant holiday that is celebrated each year in the United States. In traditional lore, if the Groundhog comes out of hibernation from his winter quarters and sees his shadow, then he will return to his burrow for another six weeks of winter. The holiday is really about a large rodent predicting the weather? Well if you read this column with some regularity you will recall that I just survived an â&#x20AC;&#x153;Attack of the Opossumâ&#x20AC;? another varmint member of the rodent family. Those â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rotten Possumsâ&#x20AC;? would dine out in my handsomely groomed back yard with midnight regularity. If I could have stayed awake, for their late hour dining visitations, I would probably have heard those invading â&#x20AC;&#x153;Marsupialsâ&#x20AC;? smacking and belching down my beauti-

ful leafy plants and gorging on a French Cuisine of yard snails and grubs. So, for me to be encouraged to celebrate this rodent holidayâ&#x20AC;Ś well forget it. It is unthinkable for me to spend February 2nd each year on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Groundhog Watchâ&#x20AC;? to determine whether the varmint has meteorologist abilities. I have a very unpleasant recollection of a specific February 2nd celebration that dates back a long time. Shortly after I had been married just a few years I realized that I had married into a very large family that continuously celebrates any and all occasions throughout the year. They celerated birthdays, anniversaries, baptisms, graduations and probably Groundhog Day too. Most every weekend throughout the year was taken up with her family celebrations. It was near impossible for me just to keep track of those dates that were really important to me. My wifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birthday, our wedding anniversary, Christmas, Valentines Day and of course those dates that were important to my family as well.

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Well, one morning as I was hastily rushing out of the door for work, my wife whispered as she kissed me goodbye, I bet you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what day this is? Like a guilty but ferocious lion I growled back at her â&#x20AC;&#x153;of course I doâ&#x20AC;? as I quickly slammed the door, wondering now what have I forgotten. The pressure of planning my days work schedule and that ruthless reminder of this being a special day, my brain went dead. Quickly I summoned my secretary to send flowers to my wife, and to be sure to remind me to pickup a box of candy on my way home from work. When my secretary ask me, â&#x20AC;&#x153;what is the occasionâ&#x20AC;?, I grumpily replied, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an important day to my wife.â&#x20AC;? But upon arrival to my home, I soon found out as I handed her the box of candy! She greeted me with arms wide open â&#x20AC;Ś and a comment that will go down in infamy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gosh Honeyâ&#x20AC;?, â&#x20AC;&#x153;First the flowers and now candy,I have never had a more wonderful Groundhog Day!!

Hawaii from 16 â&#x20AC;&#x153;In general, you cannot receive survivors benefits if you remarry before the age of 60 unless the latter marriage ends, whether by death, divorce, or annulment. If you remarry after age 60 (50 if disabled), you can still collect benefits on your former spouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record. When you reach age 62 or older, you may get retirement benefits on the record of your new spouse if they are higher.â&#x20AC;? Source: Social Security Administration For Al and Ruby Miller, they now have the best of both worlds. They decided to get married in the eyes of God and not in any other legal manner which could affect their financial independence and estate planning. We wish the newlyweds a very happy and healthy life together.

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FOR SALE TICE, THE MOBILEHOME WILL BE SOLD FOR REMOVAL ONLY. WRITE DOWDALL LAW OFFICES, A.P.C., AT 284 NORTH GLASSELL STREET, ORANGE, CALIFORNIA 92866 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR INQUIRIES. Dated: January 14, 2009, DOWDALL LAW OFFICES, A.P.C., Robin G. Eifler, Esq., Attorneys and Authorized Agent for the Management and Owner of Vista Del Monte Mobile Community Monrovia Weekly CN812001 5495 Jan 22,29, 2009 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF STEPHEN JAMES PERRY Case No. GP014241 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of STEPHEN JAMES PERRY A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Susan K. Perry in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PRO-BATE requests that Susan K. Perry 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 ac-tions without obtaining court ap-proval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to inter-ested 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 on Feb. 20, 2009 at 10:00 AM in Dept. No. A located at 300 E. Walnut St., Pasadena, CA 91101. IF YOU OBJECT to the grant-ing 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 attor-ney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the de-

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ceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative ap-pointed by the court within four months from the date of first issu-ance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hear-ing 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 Re-quest for Special Notice (form DE-154) 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 No-tice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: DARRELL G BROOKE ESQ SBN 118071 TAYLOR SUMMERS RHODES RASMUSSEN BROOKE & WOODARD LLP 301 E COLORADO BLVD STE 407 PASADENA CA 91101-1920 Arcadia Weekly CN812366 PERRY Jan 22,29, Feb 5, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1166951-02 APN: 8508-004-119 TRA: LOAN NO: Xxxxxx8543 REF: Wagner, Pamela Lynn IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED August 23, 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. On February 18, 2009, at 10:00am, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded August 30, 2007, as Inst. No. 20072029082 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Pamela Lynn Wagner, An Unmarried Woman, 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 At the west side of the los angeles county

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courthouse, Southeast District, 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, California, 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: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1302 S Mayflower Ave Unit C Monrovia CA 91016-4095 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: $278,660.16. 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. Trustee Sale No. 1166951-02 Loan No. XXXXXX8543 The mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent for the mortgagee or beneficiary pursuant to California Civil Code § 2923.5(c) declares that the mortgagee, beneficiary or the mortgagee’s or beneficiary’s authorized agent contacted the borrower to assess the borrower’s financial situation and to explore options for the borrower to avoid foreclosure. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 5901221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: January 16, 2009. (R-218431 01/29/09, 02/05/09, 02/12/09)

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short walk away, and makes for a nice outing. http://www.bigbbrenner.com/ SAT. 2/7 - Internationally renowned concert violinist HAGAI SHAHAM will perform at a benefit gala for the South Pasadena Children’s Orchestra @ the Oneonta Congregational Church at 1515 Garfield Ave. in So. Pasadena, 6pm. He will perform works by Ernest Bloch, Fritz Kreisler and Jeno Hubay. All proceeds from the event will help pay for the children’s orchestra’s trip to perform at Carnegie Hall in the spring. The gala includes a pre-performance reception, concert, an Indian dinner, a talk by Shaham titled ‘The Life of a Musician’, followed by a discussion period; and an auction. Tickets are $75 for the entire program including dinner, or $30 for the concert only. (The concert is free for children 13 and under.) For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 626-403-4611 or e-mail to stringsprogram@ aol.com or on-line at http:// www.eveningofmusic.com/ or http://www.stringsprogram. com/gala.htm SAT. 2/7 - Open Mic Night @ the FRETHOUSE in Covina. 309 N. Citrus Ave. (626) 339-7020. Always on the first Saturday of the month, and

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 11: Around 1:19 a.m., units were called to the Chevron gas station located at 102 East Huntington regarding a male suspect who had stolen a case of beer. The suspect had fled in a black vehicle with two or three other male occupants. The car was found abandoned in the 400 block of West Duarte where bottles and cans of beer were discovered in the car. Officers established a perimeter and two men were later apprehended. A 20-year-old Hispanic was positively identified by the store clerk and arrested for petty theft. Officers responded to the 500 block of Cornell around 9:20 p.m. regarding several 9-1-1 hang up calls at the location. Investigation revealed that during an altercation the suspect pushed her girlfriend onto the bed and grabbed her arms. His mother entered the room and stopped the fight. A 22-year-old Hispanic was taken into custody for battery.

MONDAY, JANUARY 12: An injury traffic collision occurred at Second and Santa Clara around 12:28 p.m. A female driver ran a red light and hit another vehicle. She lost control of the vehicle and struck a signal pole. A male driver in the other vehicle was transported to AMH for minor injuries. Between 12:30 p.m. and 3:10 p.m., a residential burglary occurred in the 00 block of East Las Flores. Unknown suspect(s) pried open a rear door, ransacked rooms, and stole a large amount of cash and jewelry.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13: Units were dispatched to the 2500 block of South Third around 3:56 p.m. in reference to an identity theft report. Unknown suspect(s) used the victim’s personal information to obtain a credit card and made over $1,660 in purchases. Loss prevention personnel from American Apparel advised that they had detained a male juvenile for theft around 5:45 p.m. The 16-year-old Caucasian entered the store with a shopping bag and a backpack, placed merchandise in the bag, and tried to leave without making payment. Additional stolen property from Zumiez and Old Navy were also recovered. A private person’s arrest was made, and the juvenile was taken into custody for commercial burglary.

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14: At 4:18 p.m., units were called to the 100 block of Fano regarding a fight in progress involving around 25 male subjects. While en route, Dispatch advised that several cars

were leaving the scene. Officers located one of the involved vehicles and a high risk traffic stop was made. A consent search of the car revealed a tire iron on the floorboard and a 23-year-old male Vietnamese admitted that he kept it for protection. He was arrested for possession of a dangerous weapon. A robbery occurred at El Monte and Duarte around 9 p.m. A boy and girl were walking home when two cars pulled up to the curb and about six male subjects, possibly Hispanics, got out and approached them. They punched the 15-year-old male juvenile, knocked him to the ground, and took money from his wallet. The female juvenile fled on foot and was not harmed.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15: A grand theft occurred at the Arcadia Library, 20 West Duarte, between 12:40 p.m. and 1:11 p.m. The victim left his laptop computer unattended and was stolen by an unknown suspect. A loss prevention manager from Victoria’s Secret advised that a commercial burglary occurred between 1:30 p.m. and 1:56 p.m. on December 5. When reviewing surveillance videos, she discovered the crime and realized that the theft had not been reported. In the video, it showed three Hispanics, two men and a woman, entered the store with bags. They each grabbed merchandise from drawers and hid them in their bags. Two of the suspects were able to leave the store with the stolen goods, but an employee was able to grab the bag from the third suspect. The total reported loss was over $3,800.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16: Two female Caucasians, ages 51 and 57, were arrested at Santa Anita Inn, 130 West Huntington, around 10:16 a.m. for prostitution. They had advertised their services on Craigslist. An auto burglary occurred between 5:00 p.m. on January 15 and 2:20 p.m. on January 16. Unknown suspect(s) smashed a car window and stole a navigation system from the glove box.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17: Around 4:44 p.m., units responded to County Park regarding a battery and indecent exposure incident. A 43-year-old male Caucasian struck a female victim in the face and then exposed himself. A private person’s arrest was made, and the man was taken into custody without incident. Between 5 p.m. on January 16 and 7:30 a.m. on January 17, two commercial burglaries and an attempted commercial burglary occurred at 556 Las Tunas. Unknown suspect(s) entered one business by knocking out a win-

BLOTTERS dow in a door and stole electronic equipment. The suspect(s) then forced open the adjoining door and entered another business where the suspect(s) stole a computer and cash. Possibly the same suspect(s) removed the key lock mechanism to a third business in an attempt to gain entrance.

SIERRA MADRE SUNDAY, JANUARY 11:

3:59 a.m. – Arrest, Trespassing 300 block West Montecito Ave. The residents were awakened by knocking at the front door and the back door. When officers arrived they found two men trespassing in the backyard. Both men were arrested and taken to the Pasadena jail for remand. 8:49 a.m. – Vandalism, Memorial Park. A broken sprinkler head was found thrown in the bushes. The damage to the city’s sprinkler system occurred between Sunday, 1/4/09 and Monday, 1/12/09. The sprinkler was valued at $30.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13: 4:16 p.m. – Arrest, Public Intoxication. A woman was reported falling from her bicycle in Memorial Park. When officers arrived they found the woman uninjured, but extremely intoxicated. Officers arrested the woman for public intoxication. After she was medically cleared at Arcadia Methodist Hospital, she was booked at the Pasadena jail and held for remand.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14: 11:03 a.m. – Arrest, Business License required, 100 block Holdman Ave. A man was stopped for door to door solicitation. During the investigation officers learned that the man was on parole for burglary and he did not have a city business license. He was subsequently arrested for the violation and booked at the Sierra Madre Police Department. 7:15 p.m. – Commercial Burglary, 65 North Baldwin Ave. The suspect stole money and merchandise from the Lunch Salon. The crime occurred in December 2008, but was not reported until today. The total estimated loss has not been determined.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17: 7:45 a.m. – Arrest, Driving Under the Influence, Child Endangerment, 300 block West Sierra Madre Blvd. A motorist was stopped for a traffic violation. During the investigation the driver was found to be intoxicated. The driver was arrested for driving under the influence and transported to the Pasadena Jail for remand. He is also being charged with child

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MONDAY, JANUARY 12:

7:00 a.m. - Grand theft 200 block W. Huntington Dr. 9:48 a.m. - Illegal dumping 2000 block S. Shamrock Ave. 2:02 p.m. - Commercial burglary 300 block W. Huntington Dr. 7:53 p.m. - Soliciting 800 block Sequoia Circle 8:43 p.m. - Grand theft auto 600 block W. Lemon Ave.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13: 7:00 a.m. - Petty theft 1000 block Starlit Lane 7:30 a.m. - Vandalism 800 block W. Colorado Blvd. 2:00 p.m. - Drug activity 400 block W. Lemon Ave. 4:45 p.m. - Threatening 900 block El Dorado St. 7:35 p.m. - Homicide report on E. Los Angeles Ave.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14: 5:54 a.m. - Trash picking 400 block W. Lime Ave. 4:24 p.m. - Felony hit and run 400 block Oakcliff Rd. 5:30 p.m. - Vehicle burglary 900 block S. Alta Vista Ave. 6:09 p.m. - Shoplifting 300 block W. Huntington Dr. 9:17 p.m. Drug activity 700 block Mountain View Ave.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 15: 9:23 a.m. - Shots heard on N. Primrose Ave. 9:23 a.m. - Threatening 2000 block California Ave. 1:53 p.m. - Intoxication 800 block W. Colorado Blvd. 6:55 p.m. - Felony vandalism 100 block W. Lemon Ave. 8:00 p.m. - Commercial burglary 300 block W. Huntington Dr.