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Arcadia Relay for Life Spreads Cancer Awareness By Nuria Mathog
- Photo by Terry Miller
The Campus Center and the Bookstore are being totally re-worked with a modern slant. The Campus Center has been completely transformed from a functionally obsolete building into a very modern facility thanks to Measure P funds.
It’s Moving Day at PCC By Bill Peters The $150 million upgrade to buildings and facilities at Pasadena City College continues on schedule and pretty much on
La Salle Junior Presents Research at International Conference During the last year, La Salle junior Wynton Kun had the opportunity to do research at Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA), and submitted his work for presentation at the 12th International Conference on Home Mechanical Ventilation (HMV). Kun worked with Dr. Thomas Keens (Professor of Pediatrics, Physiology and Biophysics at USC’s Keck School of Medicine, as well as a physician at the Pediatric Pulmonology Division of CHLA) to produce his data and ultimately his research paper. Dr. Keens believed Kun’s work was important because it dealt with areas of health care utilization in a population of critically ill children who live at home on ventilators in order to breathe. Thousands of
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budget in a program that was approved by Pasadena Area Community College District voters in 2002 as Measure P. Many key projects are being completed this
summer. In an update on Measure P, the college has announced that the Industrial Technologies
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Over Ten Thousand American Idol Hopefuls Turn Out for Audition at Rose Bowl
On June 27, Arcadia held its 7th annual Relay for Life at the Santa Anita Racetrack. 531 Relay for Life participants took turns walking and running around the track for 24 hours—from 11 AM Saturday to 11 AM Sunday. At night, the teams slept in tents pitched around the racetrack. Volunteers provided free food, water, and other basic necessities from pavilions stationed by the track. The relay began on Saturday morning with the Survivors’ Lap. Cancer survivors and caregivers walked the opening lap to commemorate the progress attained through advancements in the medical field, as well as to signify the ongoing battle with cancer that many Americans face. At 8 p.m., the Luminaria Ceremony was held in remembrance of victims of cancer. Participants placed special luminaria bags—bags filled with sand, lighted by candles, and engraved with the name of a person affected by cancer—around the track to light the way for the walkers. The ceremony honored not only the people who had died of the disease, but those continuing to fight it. Alwyna Lau, an Arcadia High
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By Terry Miller Approximately 11,000 young American Idol hopefuls, some of whom squeezed their way into re-
vealingly skimpy outfits and donned deliberately outrageous, albeit colorful, hairdos, lined up starting in the
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student whose grandfather passed away from cancer, described the Luminaria Ceremony as an extremely moving experience. “Holding the candle was a really unique feeling,”
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A Great Evening for Celebrating Independence, with Bubble Wrap and Cal Phil— and the Audience at Arboretum Aluminum Marshmallows By Bill Peters
American Idol Hopefuls, many of whom camped out for a couple of days near the Rose Bowl, finally get a chance to audition Tuesday morning.
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Andy Troncale (r) and Brian Ursettie of the Arcadia Fire Dept., were on hand to lend support for the American Cancer Society’s annual Relay for Life at the Santa Anita Race Track Saturday and Sunday. Troncale, who recently retired from the dept. after working for 30 years as a firefighter, was diagnosed with brain cancer recently. His colleagues decided a T shirt was in order to honor Troncale’s fight along with another firefighter, Firefighter Martin, who was also just diagnosed with cancer.
The California Philharmonic Orchestra under music directorconductor Victor Vener offered top-notch performances in the opening concert of the orchestra’s 12th season at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Gardens in Arcadia. Last Saturday, the evening was warm and delightful, the grounds of the Arboretum, beautiful, and the crowd both plentiful and eager to enjoy the music. Against this background, the stage was packed with talented performers who responded to the audience’s enthusiasm by giving probably the best concert ever by this group. In addition to the Cal Phil top-rated professional orchestra, was the Cal Phil Chorale led by
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Local festivities in Sierra Madre for the Fourth of July begin on Friday, July 3 and continue on Saturday, July 4. Beginning on Friday at Memorial Park, 222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd, the Beer Garden will be open at 5 p.m., with service provided by members of the Fourth of July Committee, Sierra Madre Friends of Little League, and Sierra Madre Chamber of Commerce. There will also be a concert at Memorial Park on Friday, with The Sheds and the Aluminum Marshmallow. The concert will begin at 6 pm with The Sheds, and Aluminum Marshmallow is expected to take the stage around 6:30 pm. The 5th annual Bubble Wrap Fireworks Show will take place at approximately 8 pm on the stage at Memorial Park. On the Fourth of July, the Sierra Madre Woman’s Club will hold an
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I used to read the Queen of Clean column in the newspaper every day. She gave some really neat tips, but one didn’t turn out so well for me. On the subject of hair she said, “How about a hot-oil treatment you can do at home cheaply? To restore luster to dry hair, use a light, natural oil such as corn or sunflower oil. Warm the oil by placing it in an egg cup inside a mug or small bowl that you have filled with hot or boiling water. Heat oil just to lukewarm, and, using only about 1 teaspoon, apply to dry hair with the palm of your hands. Avoid the roots (this will just weigh hair down). Then cover with a plastic bag, and leave on as long as you can; overnight is best. Finish with a thorough shampooing, lathering twice. Skip the conditioner -- and get ready for compliments on your beautiful tresses!” The first part sounded pretty good, but the thought of sleeping in a plastic bag didn’t do much for me so I decided to use a shower cap. I had an old non-bouffant one that I hadn’t used much because it fit rather snugly. It would work perfectly for the oil treatment, or so I thought when I went to bed. In the middle of the night I was awakened by a strange, at first indefinable, sensation. There was a strange sound in my good ear, a feeling of pressure on my scalp, and a kind of pulling of my hair. Then a quick pain. It felt like a nip. It was. The cats were eating my hair! Either the cap had slid off in my sleep or the cats had pulled it off. Whichever. They were enjoying a delicious oily treat, apparently better than Petromalt. I don’t know that my tresses have improved, but the cats look great. And, the fur balls they were able to throw up did wonders for their dispositions.
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Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July is our National Holiday that commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776. It is often referred to as the Birthday of our Country declaring our independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Once again it is a time to celebrate by displaying our National Flag, symbolizing that we are One Nation, Under God, With Liberty and Justice For All! This is a time to remember the loyal commitment valiant efforts of our forefathers who, through their fighting and dying, made possible this great nation of America. Yes, it is also a time to express our “Deepest Thanks” to all our Military personnel stationed here and around the world, who are loyal, dedicated Men and Women of all races continuing to Keep This Nation Free. This year Independence Day will occur on Saturday making it easier for families to celebrate a long weekend with friends and relatives. It can be a great time for family picnics, barbecues or a trip to the beach to relax. Fireworks displays, parades, baseball games and hot dogs are all part of the celebration. It is a favorite holiday for both young and old. I still remember enjoying those wonderful family picnics of my childhood. Hot dogs, potato chips, pickles, potato salad and watermelon were all bountifully consumed. Oh…that icecold soda pop floating around in a barrel of ice awaiting your selection was a kids dream come true. Potato sack races, Pie eating contests, horseshoe throwing and softball games were all part of those exciting family gatherings.
The fireworks displays in the evening included sparklers for the children and big bang firecrackers for the young adults and Dads. I remember the days leading up to the picnic day; fireworks stands were common throughout the city. My brothers and I would stand for hours gazing at all those wondrous explosives. The stands offered great assortments of hand fireworks. Firecrackers, cherry bombs, roman candles and skyrockets. Many of which were way to dangerous to be ignited by youngsters our age, but we did so anyway. I can vividly remember twisting two or three firecrackers together and putting them under an old tomato can, igniting the wicks and running away as fast as possible. Just to see how high that it would rocket the can into the air. Many times blowing the bottom completely out of the can! Fortunately, we were never injured, and of course Mom never suspected that her little angels were capable of such dangerous behavior. As we approach another 4th of July Holiday we are reminded that it is the privilege of all Americans to celebrate the great progress this nation has accomplished in the span of a little over 200 years. The values and ideals that we have fought for are far too precious to be lost or forgotten in light of the fears and the financial struggles that we are experiencing today. Let us also celebrate this Fourth of July by giving thanks to God for this country, which is still One Nation, Under God, with Liberty and Justice for All. I wish you a Happy and Safe Fourth of July.
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Relay from 1 she said. “It made me realize that even though my grandpa is dead, in spirit he is very much alive.” This year, 36 teams part ic ipa t ed i n the Relay for L i fe. Tea m s were comprised of volunteers who pledged to donate a specific amount of money for every lap that they completed around the track. Most teams entered the race with a specific monetary goal in mind, which ranged anywhere from a couple hundred to several thousand dollars. The efforts of Arcadia residents generated over $38,000 for the American Cancer Society, funds that will be used to further cancer research and help treat patients already afflicted with the dis-
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ease. Team Charlie’s Angels raised the most money during the Relay, with total contributions amounting to $13,865. The teams that participated in the event included members of the police and fire departments, local bankers from Coldwell and Dilbeck, and Arcadia’s own Rotary Club. The Relay for Life originated in 1985, when Dr. Gordon Klatt of Tacoma walked for 24 hours to raise money for the American Cancer Society. A quarter of a century later, his efforts have inspired hundreds of cities around the nation to host similar events, helping spread cancer awareness throughout America. Arcadia’s Relay for Life is held in honor of Charles Gilb, a former mayor and respected city councilman who died of cancer last year.
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The gargantuan popularity of the show is upstaged only by the staggering enthusiasm of the10,000-plus people hoping for an audition. Shyness is simply not an option here. One young woman from Orange County wanted the judges to hear her homage to Michael Jackson, who died suddenly last week. The Jackson fan, Ashley Maldenaw, 21, held a sign which asked the American Idol crew to let her “Sing a song for M.J.” Another couple of aspiring superstars, Natasha Wilt and Amy Ellars, both 24, from Orange County said they think this year will be their year for fame via American Idol. Mea nwh ile, a ma n dressed as a penguin played
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A Great Evening for Cal Phil— and the Audience at Arboretum
Marya Basaraba, plus guest artists, baritone Cedric Berry and soprano Henrietta Davis who performed what Vener called the “authorized concert version” of the now-classic opera, “Porgy and Bess”. The program, like so many
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offered this summer, was eclectic and wandering, a style summer concert-goers seem to prefer. The music included many types of music, all unrelated. Well, OK, this was billed as “By George!” meaning that composers of music played had the first name George. Beyond Gershwin and Handel, “George” is not a particularly pop-
ular name associated with songwriters: the only other two that come to mind are George Enescu and George Harrison. Harrison’s work is sure to be included in Cal Phil’s next concert, on July 11, when they bring a Beatles tribute band, The Fab Four, to join the music-making. Enescu, though his Romanian Rhapsody No. 2 is popular among fans of classical music, it is not a name that brings in the crowd. Harrison, or at least the Beatles, definitely will. Goerge M. Cohan’s great music was performed in an arrangement befitting a vaudeville orchestra. Baritone Cedric Berry and soprano Henrietta Davis with the orchestra and the Cal Phil Chorale directed by Basaraba, highlighted the evening with 14 numbers from “Porgy and Bess” presented smoothly and deftly annotated by Vener with appropriate comments on the tragic story. Berry, in his fourth appearance with the California Philharmonic Orchestra, was in superb voice in his depiction of
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Arcadia’s History in Photographs Now Available Arcadia Historical Society Brings Photos Together—Many for the First Time By Bill Peters A group of photos from Arcadia’s early days, many never before seen, are presented in a book a new publication sponsored by the Arcadia Historical Society. The book shows memorable photos of places—from the racetrack to the chicken farms, and the people—from the staid to the flamboyant, that populated Arcadia during its growing years. “The book is loaded with material donated by residents and from the archives of the Pasadena Museum of History, The Huntington Library, The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Gardens, with most coming from our own archives at the Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum and, of course, the wonderful archives at the Arcadia Library,” says Carol Libby, the Arcadia woman whom her friends at the Arcadia Historical Society claim was the force behind the book. “Our goal was to highlight the homes and the people who had an influence on the community, and in many cases, the world,” she recalled. The photos combined with picture captions and some editorial material is a unique view of the city’s history ranging from 1875 to 1977. The book begins with a photograph of Elias J. (“Lucky”) Baldwin taken in 1875 when he was 47 yearsold, the year the multimillionaire entrepreneur purchased the 8,000
Monrovia July 4 Celebration in Recreation Park Monrovia Parks and Recreation Department will present a special Saturday, July 4 summer concert in Recreation Park beginning at 4:30 p.m. Bringing personality to the stage with witty comments and easy familiarity, the Alley Cats will whip up a storm of good feelings with their Doo-Wop song styling. The four Alley Cats, Royce Reynolds, Mando Fonseca, Sean Devine and Juan del Castillo are masters at close harmony blending. But rather than the
barbershop quartet, Alley Cats updates that sound at least to the 1950’s with smooth vocals. Also appearing will be the musical group Splash. The free concert is sponsored by the Monrovia City Council. Other sponsored concerts will follow but they will be presented on Sundays at 6:30 p.m. on July 12, July 19, July 26 and Aug. 2. Recreation Park is at 620 S. Shamrock Ave., at Lemon Ave., Monrovia.
Drum Corps International at Rose Bowl July 4 The 83rd Annual 4th of July celebration at the Rose Bowl is just about an all-day affair if you want to celebrate with family and friends in a big way. Food vendors, entertainment, crafts, exhibits, picnic opportunities will be on hand around 2:00 p.m. but the Rose Bowl gates open at 6:00 p.m. The pre-fireworks show begins at 7:00 p.m. with the Drum Corps International who will be seen in exhibition performances of five corps. This is DCI’s second year at the Rose Bowl Americafest July 4 event. The five corps performing are the Mandarins from Sacramento, the Academy, from Tempe, Az., Pacific Crest, Diamond Bar, Blue
Devils, Concord, and Bluecoats, from Canton, Oh. DCI tells us fans will be treated to complete competitive programs with special “instant encores” of patriotic tunes following each presentation. Just before the fireworks begin, all five corps will come together for a rousing performance of “America the Beautiful”. The fireworks display begins at 9:05 p.m. General seating tickets are $10. Fans of the Drum Corps International can purchase special seats for $25 that offer a better view of their precision drilling. DCI tickets are available at www.dci.org/ tickets. General seating can be purchased through Ticketmaster or at the Rose Bowl box office.
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Arcadia July 9 Hodads invade the city with high energy, colorful costumes and fun. Oh, yeah, music too. Tony Jones, Jimmy Stewart, John Hatton, Bob Schuster and Sterling Smith bring their drums, sax, guitars, keyboard to City Hall West Lawn, Arcadia, on Huntington Dr., at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 9. For you nerds out there, a “hodad” is a guy who loves the beach and everything around surfing except getting wet. Bring your picnic, blankets and chairs. Free.
Sierra Madre July 12 Elvis. Again. What more can we say. The Rotary Club of Sierra Madre sponsors this very popular act. Don’t miss it. Again. Elvis and his classic rock and roll begins sharply at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 12 in Memorial Park, Sierra Madre at the bandshell. Bring your picnic, blankes and charis. Free.
Pasadena July 10 Viver Brasil brings the music and dance of Brazil to life at Pasadena’s Levitt Pavilion at 8 p.m. on Friday, July 10. The group brings traditional and contemporary forms and techniques of Bahia, Salavador and Brazil. The Levitt Pavilion is in Memorial Park, Old Pasadena. Free.
Monrovia The cover of the new book “Arcadia”, part of the Image of America series, shows guests at Lucky Baldwin’s Oakwood Hotel about to tour the Baldwin Ranch, circa 1890. The book, put out by the Arcadia Historical Museum, is available for $19.99 at the museum or local retailers. - Arcadia, $19.99, Arcadia Publishing. Available at local retailers, online bookstores, or through Arcadia Publishing at www.arcadiapublishing.com.
July 12 Doo-Wash Riders ride into town with a unique country sound all their own. This concert, sponsored by Citizen’s Bank, Sierra Autocars, Inc and John and Katie takes off at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 12 at Recreation Park, Monrovia. Free.
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I awoke to a strange feeling on my second morning aboard the yacht Safari Spirit. It was as if the boat was floating above the river. It was. We had entered the Bonneville Dam while I was sleeping and the vessel was rising 74 feet inside of a massive steel lock. This was such an incredible experience that I ran to the Observation Deck for a better view. As I stood in my bathrobe, leaning over the railing, I wondered at the marvel of engineering that are giant locks. And I looked forward to the many more such locks to
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come on the rest of the trip. At the top of the lock, a huge metal door opened and we cruised into the higher part of the Columbia River. Near here we docked and then took a van to the Bonneville Dam for a tour. At the dam we met park ranger Patrick Barry. He told us about the dam’s history and led us on a tour of an eightstory powerhouse where we
learned about hydro-electric power, and then showed us an underwater view of a salmon ladder. We then drove to a hatchery to meet Herman, a 65 –year-old, 10-ft-long sturgeon; then to the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area, where we encountered two majestic waterfalls, and then to a lookout point beneath Mt. Hood. Back on board the Safari Spirit, we enjoyed crusted rockfish and Washington wine for dinner. After eating we retreated to the salon, where we were joined by an archeologist and Lewis and Clark expert who spoke of fascinating Columbia River history. Later that night, we cruised into the Dalles Dam, where we entered a lock with the Queen of the West paddle boat, which was lit up like a floating casino. The next day we toured Northstar Winery and walked around charming Walla Walla, Washinton. For dinner, the captain docked beside a park in beautiful Richland, Washington and we had fresh cod and pork tenderloin for dinner. We then met author Roy Gephardt in the salon,
who spoke about the Hanford Dam and its incredible nuclear past. In the morning I again thought about Lewis and Clark and how they had to “rough it” while charting new territory along the Columbia River. I wondered what they would think if they could see me sitting in a hot tub, on the third deck of a yacht, while floating to the top of a modern lock system. I rounded out the rest of my nine-day Columbia River trip with a jet boat ride beneath the towering cliffs of Hell’s Canyon, where we zoomed over rapids, had a picnic lunch, and studied ancient Nez Perce Indian pictographs. This experienced was only equaled by our kayaking excursion down the Palouse River, where we explored hidden caves and islands, and were buzzed by a military jet, which appeared out of nowhere. For more information on taking an American Safari yacht cruise down the Columbia and Snake Rivers; Alaska; or Mexico, visit www.amsafari. com or call (888) 862-8881.
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American Fare Cameron’s Seafood With porthole shaped mirrors and wall-mounted fish (sorry, no singing ones) giving this place the classic feel of a seaside fish camp, you’re sure to forget you’re an hour from the coast. Dine in or take home cuts from the seafood market. 1978 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, (626) 793-FISH Shrimp House Casual, comfortable, simple, and family operated for over 48 years. If you’re tired of the typical chain dining experience, give the little guy a try! Daily hand-breaded, huge Jumbo Shrimp, will haunt your taste buds for the rest of your days. Soon you will join generations of Shrimp House fanatics. It’s seafood you will crave. Shrimp, fish filets, steaks, chicken, salads, and food to go. 4488 E. Live Oak Ave, Arcadia (626) 445-6369, (626) 448-8742, www. originalshrimphouse.net
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Picasso’s Café, Bakery & Catering Co. Try our upscale fast casual gourmet Restaurant and Bakery, conduct business in Picasso’s Private Dining Rooms, or explore other fresh food choices with our Corporate Catering division. Celebrating 20 Years of Business, and Awarded San Gabriel Valley’s Small Business of the Year 2008, we are focused on providing quality food products and events, consistent service, and competitive prices. Experience our ever-growing selection of menus, services, presentation styles, and creativity; at Picasso’s, Great Food is a true “work of art!” Catering Available 24/7 at www.picassoscafe.com or (626) 9696100. 6070 N. Irwindale Ave., Suite A-D Irwindale, CA
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La Petite France Bakery Not just cakes and desserts but a plethora of choices even not on the menu! Just ask for Chef Daniel and he will immediately come up with catering ideas from breakfast, lunch to a sumptuous cavalcade of home-cooked Mediterranean cuisine. 411 E. Huntington Dr. Arcadia, (626) 445-0392. Patticakes: The dessert Company Located in Altadena and featuring such heavenly and huge dessert delights as: Truffle dark chocolate flourless cake with dark chocolate truffle cream finished with chocolate curls. Or if that’s not quite your cup of tea, try their old fashion :four layers of Devil’s Food chocolate cake with a white chocolate mousse center. Glazed with dark chocolate ganache. 1900 North Allen, Altadena (626) 794-1128
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Hundreds atteneded the 46th annual evening with Star Chefs to benefit the children of Rosemary Childrens Services
Evening with Star Chefs Brings Out Hundreds on Warm Saturday Evening at Racetrack Mild weather and gourmet food combined with a historic location led to one of ther most successful Satr Chef events ever according to organizers. Part icipat ing restaurants at this year’s Star Chefs gala included Castle Catering, Celestino, Charcuterie, Choctal Ice Cream, El Cholo, Front Runner, Il Fornaio, McCormick & Schmick’s, Mi Piace, Nikki C’s Restaurant and Bar, Pasadena Baking Company, The Raymond Restaurant, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, a nd The Ter race at t he Langham Huntington. Bac-
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Athlete Profile: Nuria Mathog that. (Laughs) No matter what I wanted to play, I always had to be goalie. But I saw fencing on TV one day and I said, “Hey, looks kind of fun. I think I should try it out.” Plus, you know, it’s exciting! You get to hit people with swords! That’s really what inspired me. It’s nothing profound. What’s practice like?
Nuria works out with students at Fortune Fencing in Monrovia - Photo by Terry Miller
By Emily Litvack Some of Hollywood’s most bad-ass film scenes are embellished with clashing swords and competitive words exchanged, but who knew that it really is a sport? And someone in Arcadia does it? Indeed, her name is Nuria Mathog, a junior at Arcadia High School. She delicately balances mind, body soul, studying for AP tests one night and attending a sleepover with friends the next. Yet Nuria finds time for her unexpected and lit t le -k now n hobby too, that is, fencing.
So, Nur ia , h o w lo ng have you been fencing? About two years, more or less. I started taking private lessons in September —that was just one-on-one with an instructor—and then after a couple lessons, I switched into group to have a chance to fence with people in my own age group and get some practice. What inspired you to fence? I really haven’t had much luck as far as athletics are concerned. I used to play soccer when I was a kid but I always got stuck on defense or goalie and I didn’t really appreciate
Arcadia from 5 to 1880 Still, she credits Arca-
acre Santa Anita Rancho and water rights to Santa Anita Canyon from Harris Newmark for $200,000. In nine chapters, the book journeys through the Baldwin’s rancho era, the city’s incorporation in 1903, scenes of Anita Baldwin “at home” in Anoakia, the community’s development into the “egg basket” of Los Angeles County, pre-World War II Arcadia as it turned more to entertainment and recreation, two chapters on post-war growth and finally a re-cap of then and now. An entire chapter is devoted to Baldwin’s daughter Anita. Pictures reveal her social and charitable activities in the 1920’s, and the real estate holdings which were sold to Los Angeles County to establish Ross Field, the 1918 balloon school. “Two things I would have had included in the book if I could have come into possession would have been photos of Anita Baldwin, and also some of Arcadia’s original houses,” Libby said. In some cases, copyrights were in place, others are being protected by families. Libby suspects there are many more of her at Anoakia that many in the area would enjoy seeing. Two pictures in the book believed to be rather unique by Libby: an 1875 photo of an orchard on Rancho Santa Anita, and the earliest photo yet found of the coach barn, dated
dia residents for being generous to the project with pictures and anecdotes, including Jean Parrille, Faye Nouhi, Jerry and Doris Selmer, Roberta Ramsell, Terri Weeks, Barbara and Gary Kovacic and Tatsushi Nakamura. There are three Arcadia archives relating the city’s history. The Arcadia Public Library overseen by librarian/archivist Yvonne Ng maintains a large archive as does the Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum and the Arboretum. The museum’s curator during the book project was Alycia Wood. The current historic collections curator at the Arboretum is Mitchell Hearns Bishop. Each was of significant help in completing the book, according to Libby. Outside Arcadia, the Pasadena Museum of History curator, Laura Veraque, assisted and files were made available at The Huntington Library. Revealing how the process worked, Yvonne Ng, at the Arcadia Public Library, said, “My role as librarian/ archivist was to give Carol Libby the photos she selected in the form of a scan…Usually she would select a photo from our binders or tell me which subject matter she wanted. I’d search our data base for her subject and pull the relevant photos to show her and she would then choose.”
We start out by running and skipping inside of the fencing area and stretch different muscles. After that, we change into our fencing gear and it kind of depends on what format the instructor wants but sometimes we do teams. Other times, we get put into pools and keep score of how many bouts you win and how many bouts you lose. Whoever gets the highest number of touches scored wins the bout. Do you have com pet it io n s with oth e r groups? Yeah, we do. The people I fence with go to tournaments all of the time. It’s organized depending on your rank and level of fencing, basically. Have you ever been to one? I went to one back in May of last year. (Laughs) But, uh, While Ng downplays her role, Carol Libby disputes that characterization. Her recollection is that Yvonne Ng, along with Director of Library and Museum Services, Carolyn Garner-Reagan, and Reference Librarian Mary Beth Hayes, spent countless hours searching and locating photographs. Editorial assistance on the life of Baldwin was given by Sandra Snider, the retired historic collections curator at The Arboretum who is considered an expert on Baldwin’s life and author of two books which are credited as sources in the bibliography. In addition to Libby, Jack McCrea, Scott Hettrick, and Jena Ball pooled their time and talents and are credited as the authors of the text materials. Others were educational coordinator Hwee-Ching Sinclair and museum volunteers Abraham Ho and Lindsey Sun. But, as the Acknowledgement page recognizes: “Carol was the inspiration and guiding light behind this project. Her knowledge of Arcadia history is truly remarkable and her unwavering dedication kept the project on track.” The book “Arcadia” is available for $19.99 at the Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum, local retailers, online bookstores, or through Arcadia Publishing at www.arcadiapublishing.com or (888) 313-2665.
I didn’t do very well! Can you talk to me about the rules of the sport and how bouts work? There are three types of fencing: foil, épée and sabre. The objective of foil is to hit your opponent on the torso area, excluding arms. In épée, the entire body is fair game, including head, arms and feet. That’s what I’m involved in. Sabre is more focused on the upper body; it’s more of a slashing thing, whereas foil and épée are designed just for stabbing. I’ll talk to you a little bit about épée. Each bout is out of five points in regular competition format and the objective, of course, is to stab the other person before they can stab you. If and when you hit the other person, a light flashes, and that signifies you getting a point. There’s also—when you touch each other at the same time, which happens a lot— you get a double touch, so each person gets a point. Essentially, the first person to get five touches wins the bout. A n d h o w l o ng d o these usually last? Depends on the fencers. Some people are more defensive, so they are really aware and don’t attack; they just stay back
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We’ve all been faced with the dilemma of choosing a paint color for a small room. Whether it’s a bedroom, a den, or even the living room, the challenge seems to be brought on by the desire to make a room feel larger. Common theories on making a small room seem roomier have brought many to simply paint the room white, or a cheery, saturated color. The idea being that bright colors open up a space and let light in. While this is true, I challenge you to think a little differently, to think outside the boring, flat white box, if you will. Consider this: paint that small room a dark color. Perhaps a velvety brown or a royal eggplant, even a darkish gray or beautiful navy. “Crazy and completely beyond conventional thinking!” you’re saying to yourself right now. This is a trick many of the top designers have used for decades and is a mantra in color theory classes. Darker colors make the corners of a small and square room disappear, allowing the eye to be tricked out of distinguishing where one wall meets the other. It’s basically a game of shadows, making the room’s dimensions appear less small. And darker colors, with the right lighting at night, can be warm and envelop you like your favorite blanket. This works especially well in a dining room with candlelight! And who doesn’t want to look good at the dinner table? Dark colors also serve as a great background to your decor. For instance, deep browns pair really well with reds, blues, purples, pinks, and especially bright white . For a really fresh look, use a dark brown or paint on the walls, bright white paint on the trim and pair it with painted white lacquer furniture and white upholstery. Add some accent colors in the way of vases, throw pillows and artwork and you’ve got a very clean and chic room. The dark walls will help your accent colors really stand out. There are, however, many instances where a room benefits from white walls. If you have a lot of artwork or busy furniture and bright fabrics that are the scene stealers of the room, white walls are absolutely appropriate. White painted walls also serve as an excellent background for displaying one s collection of paintings or photography, and also works well for modern décor; but it always helps to have interesting architectural details or paneling to keep it from being plain and boring. But if you choose to go the white route, don’t choose a boring white paint. There are many thousands of white colors out there that have depth and character. Benjamin Moore is my favorite paint to work with, and I’ve amazed many clients with a “plain white” wall that is anything but plain! Whatever color on which you decide, I urge you to paint several patches on your wall before you dive into the commitment. I always live with a color for several days to make sure it’s the right one, and I paint it on each wall of the room; this way you can see what the color is like as it’s reflected by natural light during the day, and how it looks at night in softer light. You’d be amazed at the difference one paint color has on one wall near a window, and one that’s not as close to a natural light source. The color in our family room reflects green at one part of the day, gray at the other, and yellow toward the end of the day! Who knew paint could be so complex? are planning on continuNuria from 9 and on-guard for a while. Oth- who ing with the sport beyond high ers just run and stab the person as quickly as they can. It can range from fifteen seconds to several minutes.
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What would you say to someone who was considering fencing? Be sure it’s what you really want to do, because it does cost a lot to join and to keep up. The equipment that we have to order can cost hundreds of dollars too. So unless you’re really determined to dedicate yourself fully to the sport I wouldn’t advise anyone to just try it out and not continue with it.
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Century 21 Village’s Nathalie Marles and Gary Hawthorne Congratulated
By Dawn Rickabaugh
Seller Financing on Steroids Does seller financing give you the willies? There are usually a couple of reasons the average seller (or even real estate professional) is uncomfortable when it comes to seller financing. In fact, many react as if the concept is not only marginal, but borderline illegal. I’m always a bit confused by this, as seller financing has been around for many decades, long before MBSs, CDOs and TARPs, and in some areas of the United States, it’s an important backbone for the real estate market. But in fairness, let’s address the biggest fear circling around in a seller’s head: “What happens if the buyer defaults and I have to foreclose? I just can’t tolerate even the remote possibility that I would have to foreclose on someone.” A large down payment Dawn Rickabaugh is a real estate broker with expertise in seller financing and real estate notes. www.NoteQueen.com; 626.641.3931; dawn@notequeen.com
and good underwriting will massively reduce the statistical likelihood of default, but won’t entirely erase it. But seller financing, especially in this market, and especially in the jumbo arena (houses worth $700,000 and above), can be such a powerful strategy for selling quickly and easily for top dollar, that it’s a shame we can’t do something about this little foreclosure nuisance. I mean, wouldn’t it be great if we could get all the benefits of seller financing without some of the risks? This is where I pull out my syringe (I still have my RN license, so don’t worry that there’s a junkie hitting the press) and fill it chuck full of steroids . . . not so I’ll get large muscles, but so I can pump the seller financing model: the Title Holding Trust. The Title-Holding (Land) Trust is accepted throughout the United States, and may arguably be the best possible means of real property asset protection and/or transferring real estate. That’s why I like to call it
Seller Financing on Steroids. It could also be called Lease Option on Steroids because of the added protections and benefits it provides for both parties to the typical lease option agreement. Also called Land Trusts, Blind Trusts and Business Trusts, the trust model dates back to the 1500’s under King Henry VIII, and the Illinois Land Trust was introduced in the U.S. in the late 1800’s. California’s version, the Title Holding Trust, was introduced in the early 1900’s, and is similar to, but not exactly like the Living Trusts that many of us use for estate planning purposes. Increasingly, investors and ‘regular’ property owners like you and me are taking title to every piece of property they own in the name of a title holding trust. Why? Privacy. Most people would rather that their assets are hidden from the snooping eyes of clients, lawyers and governments. And speaking for myself, it’s also a preferred way for transferring real estate when I am interested in deferring capi-
tal gains and/or leaving my existing financing in place for the next buyer (without worrying about the due-on-sale clause). And here’s the clincher. When I offer seller financing through the title holding (land) transfer system, I never have to worry about potential foreclosure. If they stop making their payments, I simply evict them according to tenant law. I won’t have to foreclose to regain possession of the property, and when I do, I won’t have a higher tax basis to worry about. My original tax basis in the property is preserved until the trust is terminated, up to 20 years from inception, though most average 5-10 years in length. So, if you’re ready to line up for your own shot of steroids, take a quick peek at the introductory information I have on Title Holding Trusts on my website, and you may want to sign up for my newsletter while you’re there. Always consult with your CPA, tax attorney and/or financial advisor before selling any real estate.
Rea l Est ate agent s Nathalie Marles and Gary Hawthorne were recently congratulated by Andy Bencosme, Managing Broker of Century 21 Village Realty in Sierra Madre for leading the office in home sales for the first half of June. Marles was first with t h r e e t r a n s a c t ion s i n Arcadia, Pasadena and Palmdale. Hawthorne was second with two transactions in Arcadia and Sher ma n Oa k s. T hei r combined sales were over two million dollars. The announcement was made at the weekly office sales and marketing meeting. “Nat ha l ie ha s had much success in helping clients who are having trouble paying their mortgages” said Bencosme. “Many of these people h ave been forec lo s ed
upon by the first lender and I negotiate with that lender or more often with the second and/or third lender who stand to lose everything” said Marles. Marles not only works with properties in the San Gabriel Valley but also has represented buyers and sellers in Lancaster, Santa Clarita, Sherman Oaks and Fontana. Gary Hawthorne was born and raised in Arcadia and came to the real est ate profession from previous experience as a f ire f ighter w it h t he U.S. Forest Service. Hawthorne represents clients in residential, investment and commercial real estate properties and one of his specialties is working with homeowners with financial needs and helps them either obtain a new loan or sell their property for a profit. Both Nathalie Marles and Gary Hawthorne can be reached at 38 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. in Sierra Madre, by telephone 626. 355. 1451 or online at www.c21village.com
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Six different office spaces for lease located in a very convenient location on a beautiful tree lined street in Pasadena near PCC, shopping, restaurants, transportation. (G1030)
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What a ViEW!
$1,450,000
This Bear Brand Ridge community 4bdrm 3.5 bth two story home has an unbelievable ocean view. Recently updated 2856 sqft home features 3 bdrms upstairs & 1 bdrm downstairs. Ocean View from master bth & bdrm, new hardwood floors on lower level, updated staircase, built-in BBQ, pool &spa, built-in seating in family room, open floor plan, granite kitchen counters, stainless steel appliances, speaker system, custom pond with waterfall. HOA includes park w/basketball, volleyball, bbq and gated with guard at night. (G28)
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GREat oppoRtuNitY!
$649,900
This lovely home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac and is about as peaceful as anything you will find. The family room has a great floor plan with access to the patio and the kitchen for maximum entertainment value! Views of the mountains add to this setting along with a lovely pool and entertainment area including a built in BBQ adjacent to the pool. (O341)
diamoNd BaR
$968,000
Beautiful 2 story home w/4bdrms 4bth + office, cathedral ceilings, formal dining room, family room w/FP, wood floors throughout, modern kitchen w/center isle/granite counter, breakfast nook, master bedroom w/scenic view, guest suite downstairs, upstairs office/library or 5th bdrm, rear yard q/ mountain & city views, 3 car attached garage. (R3146)
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aRCadia
$628,880
This 3bdrm 2.5bth has high ceilings in living room, fireplace, split level family room, dining room and bonus room 2 car attached garage, low HOA, 1922sq ft, very convenient location, walking distance to supermarkets & restaurants, close to freeways and mall, with Baldwin Stocker elementary school. (C688)
Mike Lepore
Custom Built
$798,000
New Town 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. (H1020)
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$615,000
This large 4 bedroom 3 bath home features family room with fireplace and 2 car attached garage. Located in a very nice area of San Dimas, convenient to the 57, 10 and 210 freeways. (AVE)
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$589,000
This 3bdrm 2bth features spacious floor plan with family room, big lot 13,003 sq ft, with swimming pool, 2car attached garage, boarding on Arcadia. (E849)
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$525,000
Sturdy Duplex - Best Area Of Monrovia. Quiet Street, Potential Rents 1400-1500 / Mo. Built 1962. Each unit has 2 BDRMS, full bath, 1138 sq. ft., Ranges, Double Oven, Wall Heaters & A/C, sep. Laundry, paneling throughout, Covered Parking, Ample Rear Yards. Drive by only. (P441)
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Located in Rosemead this 1540 sq.ft. 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, newer roof, separate formal dining room and eat in kitchen, master suite with bath. 6812 sq.ft. lot., attached garage. (M3542)
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$699,000
Located close to Old Town Monrovia this Historic two story 2426 sq.ft. character home features 4 bedrooms, dining room, family room, built-ins, central air & heat, 2 fireplaces and 2 baths. This is truly a “must see” home. (C626)
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Beautiful remodeled 3bed/2 bath home features updated kitchen with granite counters, all new cabinets, fixtures and appliances. Freshly painted inside, new carpet and tile. Lots of storage, some hardwood floors and family room with fireplace. Located on a private street and has a large fenced backyard and so much more! (ACA)
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$568,500
Located in Upper Hastings Ranch. Spacious living room with fireplace, cozy dining area, 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, enclosed patio with windows overlooking the rear garden. Kitchen with counter eating area. Master bedroom with bath & large closet. Double detached garage. Brick patio, fruit trees. (T1210)
$599,000
A wraparound yard and patio on two sides of this home provide privacy and lush landscaping to this unique townhome. A generous 1877 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, breakfast/den, formal dining area, separate laundry room, spacious living room with fireplace, ceramic tile floors, CA/FA, high ceilings, two sets of sliding doors, direct access two car garage. (E103)
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$539,000
This great 3 bedroom/2 bath home near Via Verde Country Club features a nice freshly painted kitchen, fireplace, central air and a newer tile roof. The well manicured yard features a waterfall, pond and spa. (AVE)
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$475,000
If so, we’ve got the perfect home for your family. Spacious 6 bedrooms (3 upstairs, 3 downstairs) with large walk-in closets, 3 baths on a quiet street in El Monte with a pool! 2 car att gar w/ laundry. Newer roof & copper plumbing. BBQ area near pool. Hardwood floors throughout & central heat & air. Must see! (B9524)
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This spacious 2 bedroom house can easily be converted into a 3 bedroom. Cute inside & out. Long driveway leads back to a detached garage. There is room for a boat, trailer, or RV + all your cars. Large lot with sparkling pool, fire pit, and fish pond. The interior is well maintained, tastefully painted, and well laid out. (LYN)
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946 S. JENIFER AVENUE, GLENDORA . Whoa! What a FIXER. This is a PROBATE SALE in Glendora with Glendora schools. Good location. Construction never completed. Administrator is in clean up process. Permits are partially finalized. When complete this will be 1895 sq. ft., 3BR, 1.75.5 baths, family rm w/fpl, remodeled kitchen, pool. (J946)
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$328,800
Spacious 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, remodeled living room, dining room, Kitchen. New wood flooring, new carpeting, scrapped ceilings. Master bathroom is in the middle of updating, needs shower, sink and flooring, backyard with RV parking, patio and pool that needs resurfacing, double detached garage. (E1951)
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$301,800
This home has new interior paint and carpet. There is a large master bedroom with a walk-in closet and master bath along with French doors to back yard. The kitchen has tile cabinets and some work is still in the process of being done. Large lot with fruit trees, 2 car detached garage and located on a private street. (S1933)
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$279,000
1st floor. Corner, single story unit. Spacious 2 bedroom unit in a terrific neighborhood. Needs updating but is in good/clean condition. Master Bedroom with lg closets and 3/4 bath. 2nd bedroom w/ample closet space. Full bath in hallway. Nice size LR w/large windows. Kitchen w/lots of storage. Refrigerator included. 2 underground garage parking spaces, each with storage compartment. Clean community laundry room. Near shopping & La Salle High School. (MIC)
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Cal Phil from 5 several characters from the opera. Henrietta Davis, here for the first time, showed the benefits of her quality vocal and drama training as she sang the various character roles assigned to her. In the song, “My Man’s Gone Now”, lyrics in this case by librettist DuBose Heyward— not Ira Gershwin, she was absolutely chilling as the tragedy overwhelmed the character. But it was Berry who used his controlled voice and emotion to present the best of the opera’s music. His singing was emotionladen in several songs, but his personality and warmth in his rendering of “It Ain’t Necessarily So” was exceptional. The Cal Phil Choral brought a fully rounded sound with clear diction to all their work. The classical work of the evening was George Frederick Handel’s “Music for the Royal Fireworks”, a pre- July-4th celebration that, at least in rehearsal, literally lit up the sky, according to remarks Vener made from the podium. Vener reported that the night-before, two lights above the stage
began to burn with bright trailings falling near the musicians. The Arcadia Fire Department responded to the incident, although there were no difficulties, according to Vener’s report. The “Royal Fireworks” music was executed with lively and accurate playing though the “Ouverture” seemed some ponderous. The balance of the six movement work was executed with lively and accurate playing. The Cal Phil Jazz Ensemble gave a tribute to Michael Jackson just before intermission with the playing of his hit, “Beat It!” In spite of the odd placement it is an idea I think would add much to the festival feeling in Cal Phil programs. The California Philharmonic Orchestra opened with two Charles Sayre arrangements of Gershwin show tunes, “Fascinating Rhythm” from “Lady be Good” and “S’Wonderful” from “Funny Face”, and closed when Vener brought another George to the program, George Lucas, the originator of the famed tar Wars” franchise, completing the program with the end of the film. Vener tendered an
invitation to the audience to return with friends to subsequent concerts imploring their support. Vener humorously remarked as to the state of the orchestra by telling the crowd: “I Got Plenty O’ Nuttin,” explaining that the title of the song from “Porgy and Bess” could refer to the financial situation of the CalPhil Foundation, the presenters of the concert. The Foundation has reported losses in 2006 and 2007 according to figures available at Guidestar.org. T he Fest iva l on t he Green concerts at The Arboretum are enjoyable and entertaining. An evening spent attending these concerts—especially with a picnic basket in tow and suitable refreshments, will add to anyone’s summertime pleasures. Each concert is also presented downtown i n t he a f ter noon at t he Walt Disney Concert Hall the day following the Arboretum concert. Tickets are now available for the July 11 and 12 concert “Basically Beatles—with The Fab Four” at either locale. For information, call (626) 300-8200.
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The Sierra Madre City Council passed an ordinance that restricts the number of sex offenders that can live in the same place as well as preventing them from loitering within 300 feet of places where children often congregate.
Offered at $1,315,000.
A Perfect 10 -- Stunning is the only way to describe it - Built in 2004, this magnificent 3500+ sf home is one of a kind. There are 3 large master suites (one downstairs) including an impressive secluded master with sumptuous bath and tranquil view of the mountains/ valley, plus the Jack & Jill bedrooms and 5 baths. Other features include soaring ceilings, expansive windows, large family room, gourmet kitchen & breakfast area with window seating, wood flooring, plantation shutters & more. Call today for more details and for a private showing of the PERFECT 10!
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The Board is intended to be a reflection of the community’s viewpoints. Chief Diaz is asking for the community’s help in filling the last two positions left on her Advisory Board: An at-large community representative, and a representative for the senior community. The Board will meet one
Offered at $1,098,000.
This decorator perfect home offers 2,792 s.f. with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The lot is 12,177 s.f. and has over 50 rose bushes as well as plum, orange, peach, and lemon trees. There is a formal living room with high ceilings, cherry wood flooring, family room, a Master Suite with a newly updated bathroom, a spiral staircase leading to a loft. There is a storage room with wall-to-wall cabinets. This contemporary style home is a delight!
321 e. Grandview, Sierra Madre Offered at 1,075,000.
Extraordinary in Detail – This house has a rich blend of history and craftsmanship. It was built in the 1890’s and its design reflects discriminating taste and art. The master suite is enhanced with a spectacular view from the balcony and steam sauna. You can entertain handsomely in the large country kitchen or around the saltwater pool and spa. Additional features include: family room, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2,621 sf home, 12,297 sf lot, tranquil mountain view and detached music room. If character, privacy and warmth are in your plans, this home is just right for you! Call to preview before it is too late.
1946 Alta Oaks, Arcadia Offered at $1,050,000.
Offering Arcadia Schools, this home is located is the highly desirable “Highlands” community of North Arcadia. It has been lovingly maintained for the past 44 years and was updated in 1997. The rooms are spacious and light filled. The 12,781 sf lot offers a spacious back yard with sparkling pool, mountain view, lanai and patio. The home is 2,217 sf with a family room, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 fireplaces and CA & heat. This one won’t last!
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.
1745 la cresta, Pasadena Offered at $848,000.
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, 22500 sq. ft. lot.
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Sierra Madre Chief of Police Marilyn Diaz is forming a Chief’s Police Services Community Advisory Board. The Board is being created as a community resource for the Chief to increase public awareness, to assist in the development of policing strategies, and as a forum for discussions about community concerns.
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Located in north Sierra Madre, this home is located a short distance to the Mount Wilson hiking trail. This lovely home is located on a 10,670 sf lot and is 1,518 sf with 2 bedrooms and 1.75 baths. There is a guest quarters off the 2-car garage which has a deck and kitchenette. The home was built in 1950 and many new fabulous upgrades including new designer interior colors, dual paned windows, new roof, recessed lighting, central air & heat. It is wonderfully maintained. This one won’t stay on the market long.
285 Sturtevant Drive, Sierra Madre Offered at $699,500.
Tucked away at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains in Sierra Madre you’ll find a relaxing hide-away to come home to! The interior of this home has been freshly painted. The living room features a fireplace, is filled with natural light and is open to the kitchen.The floor plan offers 2 bedrooms and 1 ½ baths downstairs and situated upstairs is a grand master suite that features a mountain view, a fireplace, vaulted ceiling, spacious closet, and a large bath complete with soaking tub, separate shower and double sinks. The house is 2,038 s.f. and the lot is 7,029 s.f. Here is your opportunity to live in Sierra Madre!
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180 Santa Anita court, Sierra Madre New Price: $598,000
This cottage has loads of curb appeal and is located just a short walk to the quaint village of Sierra Madre & Sierra Vista Park. The inviting and open floor plan will inspire you to entertain or simply have a quiet evening at home. This 1165 sq. ft. home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The lot is 6,318 sq. ft. There is a 400 sq.ft. attic which will be great for storage. The yard has been professionally landscaped and has auto sprinklers.
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stunning Mediterranean estate! This 4 bedroom, 5 bath home has been meticulously designed to accent the superior architectural features. The grand foyer welcomes your guests. Step down dining room and living room complete with surround sound. The master bedroom is truly a retreat with its own balcony and large walk in closets. The backyard features three patios and a koi pond. Call today and let us help you set up your own private showing! PASADENA $1,948,000 (LIN)
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a Perfect 10 -This magnificent 3500 + SQFT home is one of a kind. There are 3 large master suites including an impressive secluded master suite plus the Jack and Jill bedrooms and 4 baths. Other features include soaring ceilings, expansive windows, a large family room, gourmet kitchen, and breakfast area with window seat, wood flooring, plantation shutters and more. Call today for more details and then come and see this PERFECT 10! SIERRA MADRE $1,315,000 (COB)
summer, those people and their classes and services will be moved into the new home during the building of the arts center. Mark Zacovic, Interim Vice-President of Administrative Services at the campus reports, “Architectural plans for the Center for the Arts are in the process of getting an OK. The plans will go to bid, and groundbreaking will be held in late August.” A ribbon-cutting and ground-breaking ceremony is now scheduled for Friday, August 28 at 7 a.m. The budget for the Center for the Arts has been set at $60 million. The Center for the Arts will continue the programs of excellence that has been the hallmark of Pasadena City College for eight decades. In the Performing and Communication Arts, departments of music, theater and dance will be installed when the new building is completed in late 2010. The Center will be a 62,000 square foot facility with art studios, practice rooms, laboratories, classrooms, offices and performance spaces. The successful mix of music choirs, bands, orchestras, chamber ensembles, piano, guitar, jazz will be continued in the Music Department as will the Theater Department’s six major productions and smaller one-act plays. Visual Arts painting, printmaking, photography, art history, journalism and t he acclaimed A rt ist-inResidence program, now in its third decade, will also be included. To be added at a later date as funding becomes available will be an art gallery, a 220 -240 seat recital hall and a blackbox theater for experimental productions. PCC is seeking $3.5 million in philanthropic support to add to previ-
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ously approved bond funds for these additional facilities to operate within the Center. Preston Howard, a member of the PCC Foundation Board of Directors and managing broker and CEO of Rose City Realty has been named general campaign chair of the Arts capital campaign. Lonnie Schield, a principal of Building Materials Partners, LLC and also a member of the PCC Foundation Boa rd wa s na med v ice chair of the campaign. In announcing the appointments, the President of Pasadena City College, Paulette J. Perfumo, said, “Your support is essential so t hat our current and new students will benefit from a modern facility that will assist in their learning and showcase their talents for many years to come.” Dr. Perfumo’s Vision 2020 Educational Master Plan is the framework for the continued improvements on the campus. Other projects that are included in Measure P beyond the construction improvements are upgrades to PCC’s telephone system and computer network updates that are now operational. Still to be completed are two sustainability projects being undertaken i n pa r t nership w it h t he City of Pasadena through the Pasadena Water and Power department that involve landscape irrigation s y st em s , a n on - ca mpu s weather station, and air conditioning systems designed to reduce campus electrical demands. Enrolling over 30,000 student s, Pasadena Cit y College serves a diverse populat ion t hat mir rors Southern California. The student body consists of 30% Hispanic, 30% Asian, 9% black, 31% white and other.
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Just a little paint needed! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is located in the “Beverly Hills” section of Monterey Park. It boasts views from downtown LA to Pacific Palisades and Long Beach. This charming home sits among million dollar estates, without you paying a million dollars. So grab your paintbrush and call us today to put the front door keys in your hand. MONTEREY PARK $768,000 (RID)
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nothing quite like it! Just a short stroll from downtown Sierra Madre this beautiful townhome is located in one of the rare gated communities in Sierra Madre. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this home is truly a gem. Pick up the phone and let us show you what sets this home apart form the others. SIERRA MADRE $649,000 (ESP)
Packed full of charm! This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home is just steps from downtown Sierra Madre. Prepare all your entertaining needs from your remodeled kitchen while your guests enjoy your fully fenced yard. Don’t let this charming California Bungalow slip through your fingers! Call today to let us help you call this home yours. SIERRA MADRE $519,000 (LIM)
don’t rent and rave! (Buy and Save) This Townhome is an awesome opportunity to own a home in the Temple City School District. Dual master suites, balcony, central air, direct garage access, pool, clubhouse! Wow!! This is a steal at only $448,000. Call today and make it yours! TEMPLE CITY (BRO)
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home is nestled on a large R3 zoned lot. An extra, detached garage only adds to the amenities of this great home. Pick up the phone and let us help you discover all the great things you can do with so much space! HESPERIA $237,000 (E.AVE)
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Friends of the Duarte Library Historical Marker Dedication: Prescription for America: Pasadena Honor Outstanding Students Arcadia Chamber of Commerce Pediatricians Promote Health Care Reform at Scholarship Dinner Part of 75th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee Celebration
Outstanding Duarte students were honored at the annual Friends of the Duarte Library Recognition Dinner for 2009 Scholarship Recipients held at Royal Oaks Manor. City and school district officials were among the roomful of “friends” who turned out to celebrate the students’ accomplishments. From left: Friends of the Duarte Library President, Nita Norgard; Jocelyn Gaytan, Duarte High School recipient of a $1,000
scholarship from the Southern California Gas Co.; Mayor John Fasana; Pamela Villa of Duarte High School and Roxana Vazquez of Mount Olive High School, recipients of $1,000 and $500 scholarships, respectively, from the Friends of the Library; and Mount Olive High School Principal, Kevin Morris. (Not pictured: Ana Ronquillo of Duarte High School who received a $500 scholarship from the Gas Co.)
Joann Spring Presented with Legacy Award by SAFYMCA Youth Alliance
Retired Monrovia educator and Santa Anita Family YMCA Youth Alliance volunteer, Joann Spring was presented with the SAFYMCA’s second annual Legacy Award for her dedicated support of
the Youth Alliance program. Spring was honored at a graduation banquet celebrating the achievements of more than 75 youth in the program. Presenting the award were last year’s recipients
A new Historical Marker showcasing vintage and recent photog raphs a nd descriptions of the rich history of The Arcadia Chamber of Commerce will be unveiled at 5 p.m., July 16, as part of a Diamond Jubilee celebration marking the 75th anniversary of the Chamber’s incorporation on the same date in 1934. The ceremony will take place at the iconic home of the Chamber for nearly half a century (1965), the round office building in the median of 388 W. Huntington Drive, across from the entrance to Santa Anita Park on the north and the Community Center to the south. The Arcadia Historical Society, in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce and the City of Arcadia, would like to invite the public, the media, and Chamber members past and present to join local dignitaries, Chamber officials, business leaders, and residents in this presentation of the fifth in a series of Markers being created by the Society under the slogan, “History Lives Here.” This will be followed at approximately 6 p.m. by an old-fashioned Social featuring a BBQ picnic, refreshments, music in the Chamber patio area (Rotary Circle), lots of Chamber historical memorabilia and classic automobiles, and a special appearance by former Arcadia TV and radio personality Wink Martindale, (also celebrating his 75th year). These events will be SAFYMCA Chief Executive Officer Damon Colaluca and Dr. John Mastrogiovanni, pastor of Jesus Is Lord Christian Center in Monrovia and a founder of the Youth Alliance program.
preceded by a free Brown Bag Lunch presentat ion about the history of the Chamber, dating back to 1914 in an organizat ion called the Arcadia Board of Trade, from 12 noon - 12:30 p.m. across the street at the Historical Museum, 380 W. Huntington Dr., next to the Community Center. The series of Historical Markers are part of the non-profit Society’s mission to create broader public awareness of noteworthy historical events, people, and landmarks in Arcadia. The Society’s first Historical Marker, presented during the Centennial Celebration of First Avenue Middle School in October 2007, will be permanently installed when ongoing renovations are complete. The second Marker was dedicated in May 2008 near the peacock fountain at Los Angeles County’s Arcadia Park, the third in July 2008 to mark the original City Hall on the northwest corner of Huntington Drive and First Avenue, and the fourth on April 29 at the Woman’s Club on First Avenue. Upcoming Markers tentatively planned include one at Santa Anita Park in conjunction with the track’s upcoming 75th anniversary season, and two more along First Avenue to mark the original Oakwood Hotel and nearby train depot, and the first traditional house in Arcadia belonging to original City Manager Hiram Unruh. Ruth Dunlop is president of the Arcadia Historical Society.The Historical Marker Committee is chaired by Scott Hettrick with members Carol Libby, Gary Kovacic, Gene Glasco, Don Swenson, and former founding Committee member Jack McCrea.
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his past Satur day was National Health Day, a day intended to highlight the need for change in the Health Care system. The effort was sponsored by Organizing for America (OFA), and Ellin Lieberman, M.D., of South Pasadena is Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine.
Lieberman along with her husband Harry was one of the key organizers who tried to educate people visiting the Smart and Final store on Saturday morning in Pasadena. The Liebermans, along with numerous volunteers, argue that America needs a national health plan similar to that of the UK and Canada.
Duarte’s Paola Arana is #2 in the Nation in Finals of USA Boxing National Championships in Denver Duarte’s Paola Arana was defeated in the USA Boxing National Championship finals bout against Laura Ramirez of the Bronx, New York, but she still came home a winner in the eyes of her coaches and gym mates at the Duarte Youth Boxing Club. “I’m so proud of her. She fought her little heart out and went from an unranked contender to number two in the nation,” said head coach Victor Valenzuela. Quite an accomplishment for the five foot, 101 pound 18 year-old in her first national competition. Arana will be honored for her achievement by the City of Duarte at the June 23 City Council Meeting at Duarte City Hall, 1600 Huntington Dr. Arana beat Samantha
Guzman of Oak Park Illinois in a 22-20 decision in the first National Championship preliminary bout at the Denver Coliseum in Denver, Colorado. Advancing to the semi-finals, she stopped opponent Sherry
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people around the world depend on home ventilators to survive. They are especially vulnerable to illnesses like pneumonia and this research will ultimately benefit them. After he submitted his abstract, Kun was originally believed to be a doctor and was asked to make a poster presentation to the 12th International Conference on Home Mechanical Ventilation, in Barcelona, Spain, this past March. This two-day conference involves some 1200 delegates from 28 countries with presenters and attendees drawn from professionals including physicians, paramedical personnel, technicians, home care providers, manufacturers, psychologists. In other words, the best and most knowledgeable attend but only the best-ofthe-best make presentations. “It is virtually unheard of for a high school student to interact at such a high academic and scientific level”, Dr. Keens said. Kun discussed his research with leading doctors, scientists and other professionals, all experts in HMV and pulmonary illnesses. “I guess my abstract was pretty good,” quipped the high school junior, “because they approved my presentation and thought I was a doctor. At first, I was referred to as ‘Doctor Kun’ and that had a really nice ring to it.” Kun later said that he was nervous in the time leading up to his presentation in Barcelona. “I was really nervous before the conference,” said Kun. “I kept asking myself: What if the doctors are not interested in my work? What if my research was just not important? What if no one understands me? This was an international conference after all and I don’t speak French, Spanish or German.” But in the end, there was nothing to worry about. The poster presentation was part of a gallery of presenters on the main floor. Many doctors came by to review, discuss and critique his presentation. “Fortunately, language was not an issue,” he said, citing numerous English speaking doctors and a presentation based largely on numbers and self-explanatory graphs. “The doctors actually understood what I was trying to say! My conclusions seemed important to them and almost all of the doctors that reviewed my work agreed with my findings. Most asked if I was a graduate student in medical school. No one realized I was a seventeen-year-old, high-school junior. It was a pretty amazing week.” Kun says he has always been fascinated with the respiratory system and function of
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the lungs, the study of which, in medical terms is known as “pulmonology.” With generic data made available by CHLA, he began his effort to improve the quality of life for infants and children. Subsequently, he gathered his own data and worked on the project for months on end. When Dr. Keens saw the value of the research, as well as Kun’s passion and potential, he became personally involved. “Dr. Keens was wonderful. He is one of the nation’s outstanding respiratory specialists. I was really lucky to have so much time with him,” Kun said. Only a few medical centers have a large enough population to perform research of this type, but CHLA has one of the largest home mechanical ventilation programs in the world. The research Kun undertook focused on the usefulness and optimum frequency of chest x-rays for children using HMV when admitted to the hospital with pneumonia. His research showed that fewer x-rays of patients resulted in more concentrated therapy with less stress and pain for the patients. Thus, the amount of potentiallyharmful radiation children might receive was reduced while they continued to receive very advantageous health care. And It’s Not Over Yet Another amazing first may be just around the corner. It is hoped that Kun will be able to publish his research in a scientific/ medical journal. “That would be even more phenomenal than presenting at an international research conference,” said Dr. Keens. Of the future Kun says that he is “not sure if I will have time to continue my research in pediatric home mechanical ventilation. I have colleges to apply to and prepare the other research I am doing. I may continue my respiratory research at Childrens Hospital, but I’m also starting some cancer research this summer at Camp CHLA. It’s a very select camp for just 50 high school students that affords a deep insight into the medical world.” On June 1, 2009, the Saban Research Institute at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles held its Annual Research Poster Day. Nearly 100 posters by investigators showing the research they achieved in the past year were presented. Kun, presented his work entitled, “Do Sequential Chest X-rays Prompt Changes in Therapy for Home Mechanical Ventilation Children Admitted for Pneumonia?” As a result, Wynton Kun received an award for excellence in research by a high school student from the Saban Research Institute.
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For the period of Sunday, June 14, through Saturday, June 20, the Police Department responded to 932 calls for service of which 136 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of the major incidents handled by the Department during this period.
Sunday, June 14:
• Real Estate Sales & Disputes • Loan Modifications • Neighbor Disputes • Breach of Contract • Incorporations - LLCs • Unfair Competition • Collections
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Thursday, June 18:
Two auto burglaries were reported at the 24-Hour Fitness parking lot, 125 North First, between 6:45 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. Unknown suspect broke a car window and stole the victim’s sunglasses, fishing rod, and keys. In another incident, a victim found a male Hispanic, 25-35 years of age, 5’10”, 200 pounds, sitting in the passenger seat. When confronted, the suspect fled the scene on foot and the victim discovered that two pairs of sunglasses and pepper spray were missing. Around 11:15 p.m., units responded to the 700 block of West Huntington regarding a battery report. The victim advised that her step-father forced his way into her home by pushing her in the chest, almost causing her to fall to the ground. A private person’s arrest was made, and a 38-yearold male Caucasian was taken into custody without incident.
A traffic stop for a code violation was made at Live Oak and Pal Mal (in Temple City) around 12:39 p.m. A record check of the 35-year-old female Caucasian driver revealed that she had a $50,000 outstanding felony warrant. A consent search of the vehicle was made and several glass-smoking pipes were located. The woman was arrested at the scene without incident. Around 1:50 p.m., a traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle wanted by another law enforcement agency at Longden and El Monte. A 43-year-male Caucasian driver was detained and a consent search revealed a baggie containing a white crystalline substance resembling methamphetamine, glass-smoking pipe, and shotgun shell. The driver was arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and felony parole violation.
Monday, June 15:
Units responded to the Post Office located at 725 West Duarte around 11:20 a.m. regarding a suspect attempting to pass a fraudulent check. A Postal employee advised that about a month ago the same suspect purchased 10 rolls of stamps by using a false identity to pass a fraudulent check, and he returned again today and attempted to make another purchase. A 55-year-old male African-American was arrested for commercial burglary, fictitious checks, and forgery. Around 8:43 p.m., loss prevention personnel from Nordstrom advised that they had detained a woman for theft. Investigation revealed that the suspect used a victim’s social security number and account information to make several unauthorized purchases. A private person’s arrest was made, and the 40-year-old Hispanic was taken into custody for commercial burglary, fraudulent use of credit card, identity theft, and 2 outstanding felony warrants.
Friday, June 19:
Between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., a black Yamaha motorcycle was stolen from the 24-Hour Fitness parking structure located at 125 North First. 4. Around 8:11 p.m., officers were dispatched to Icing located at Westfield Mall in reference to a female juvenile detained for theft. Investigation revealed that a 16-year-old Asian went to the mall with a purse containing only a pair of scissors, and she stole bras and panties from Gilly Hicks and then additional property from Icing. A private person’s arrest was made and the juvenile was taken into custody for commercial burglary. She was later cited and released to her mother.
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Around 1:14 p.m., units were sent to the 00 block of West Palm regarding a residential burglary. Neighbors advised that they saw two male African-Americans exit the residence and fled in a possible black Ford SUV. Investigation revealed that the suspects kicked in the rear door to gain entry and removed property.
A grand theft occurred around 11:45 a.m. in the 300 block of Coyle. An unknown male Hispanic suspect took a leaf blower from a gardening truck and fled in a brown colored pickup truck. An area check was conducted, but the suspect was not located. Units were sent to Westfield Mall around 5:20 p.m. in reference to an assault that just occurred. For no apparent reason, an unknown male Asian suspect threw a chair at a female victim, striking her in the upper torso.
Wednesday, June 17:
Around 4:16 a.m., officers responded to Santa Anita Inn, 130 West Huntington, in reference to a domestic violence incident. The victim advised that during an altercation, her boyfriend pinned her on the bed and scratched her face. She also tried to defend herself and sustained lacerations to her hand. When she attempted to call police, the suspect pulled the phone line from the wall. A 42-year-old male Caucasian was arrested for inflicting corporal injury to cohabitant and felony parole violation.
Saturday, June 20:
Shortly after 2:30 a.m., units were dispatched to South Santa Anita and Norman regarding a vehicle blocking the roadway. The vehicle with two punctured tires was located, and a 23-year-old male Asian driver was contacted. Officers detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage on his breath and person, and a field sobriety test was conducted. It was determined that the driver was operating the vehicle while intoxicated and was arrested for DUI. Officers responded to the 500 block of Fairview around 4:00 p.m. in reference to an assault and vandalism incident. Investigation revealed that a female adult entertainer was called to the location, and the suspect paid the escort security/bouncer who waited outside the residence. When the female entertainer later exited the home, the suspect chased after the bouncer with an eight-inch kitchen knife and threatened to stab the bouncer if he did not get his money back because he was unhappy with the lack of service. The suspect then
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During the last seven day period, the Police Department handled 605 service events, resulting in 105 investigations. Following are the last week’s highlighted issues and events:
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Saturday June 20th, the Sierra Madre Police Department responded to approximately 214 calls for service.
Monday, June 15th:
7:22 PM – Vandalism, 400 block of W. Sierra Madre Blvd. A resident reported seeing two male juveniles throwing rocks at each other near the resident’s car, which was parked in the street. As the resident went out to inspect his car the juveniles fled. The resident found several panels damaged on his car. The cost of repairs is estimated to be over $300.00.
Tuesday, June 16th:
5:32 PM – Attempt Commercial Burglary, 600 block of E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Officers responded to investigate an attempt commercial burglary that occurred to a city owned garage. Suspect(s) tried to pry open the garage door, damaging it. The incident occurred between the early part of May, 2009 through June 16, 2009, at 4:30 PM. No cost estimate was available for the damaged garage door.
Wednesday, June 17th:
8:33 AM – Grand Theft, 00 block of Carter Ave. Officers responded to investigate a grand theft report of tools taken from a construction vehicle. Suspect(s) used a torch to cut through several locks on tool boxes that housed the tools. The incident occurred between Tuesday, 6/16/09, at 6:00 PM and Wednesday, 6/17/09, at 7:30 AM. Suspect(s) took numerous construction tools from the vehicle. The loss is valued over $5,700.00. 8:12 PM – Arrest, Battery Against A Spouse, 100 block of E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Officers responded to investigate a domestic disturbance. Further investigation revealed that a battery occurred between the couple and the woman was found to be the primary aggressor. The woman was arrested for battery against a spouse and transported to Sierra Madre Police Department. She was later transported to Pasadena police jail for housing.
Friday, June 19th:
1:39 PM - Non-Injury, Hit-and-Run, Traffic Collision, 300 block W. Grandview Ave. Officer investigated a hit-and-run traffic collision involving a parked car. The suspect vehicle sideswiped the parked car and damaged the side mirror. The suspect vehicle is described as a white Nissan flatbed truck driven by a male Hispanic, with a mustache, 40-50 years of age. The victim followed the suspect vehicle to the eastbound 210 Foothill freeway. The estimated loss is $150.00.
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On June 20 at 9 a.m., a 66-year-old Alzheimer’s patient was reported missing from the 1300 block of South Mayflower. An extensive search of the local area resulted in the subject being located on Los Angeles Street. The subject was returned home, and the family was given information about Project Lifesaver, a program offered through the Police Department that offers a tracking system for loved ones who could possibly walk away and become lost.
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Hit and Run Traffic Collision. On June 21 at 4:26 a.m., a caller reported a silver vehicle hitting several parked cars and leaving the scene in the 1200 block of California. Officers checked the area for the car and located the vehicle near Gladys and Olive, behind an apartment complex. The damage to the vehicle was significant. The driver was located and admitted to hitting the parked car. She was a young driver, and because she was so scared, she drove home to consult her mother. Information was exchanged between both parties.
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Boxing from 15 Sanders of Tulsa, Oklahoma in the third round, winning herself a Championship match against Ramirez for the national title. Judges scored the match 16-4, Ramirez. Valenzuela, who has been Arana’s coach and trainer since she first started boxing at the Duarte Youth Boxing Club at the Duarte Teen Center three years ago, was there for the finals match. “I just had to be there for her,” he said. She’s done so well.”
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address(es) used by the seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the seller(s), is/are: The location in California of the Chief Executive Office of the seller is: SAME The name(s) and business address of the buyer(s) is/are: LIANG’S VILLAGE CUISINE INC.,1027 S. BALDWIN AVE, ARCADIA, CA 91007 The assets being sold are generally described as: FURNITURE, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENTS and are located at: 1027 S. BALDWIN AVE, ARCADIA, CA 91007 The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: CENTRAL ESCROW INC, 1015 S. BALDWIN AVE, ARCADIA, CA
91007 and the anticipated sale date is JULY 21, 2009 The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. [If the sale is subject to Sec. 6106.2, the following information must be provided.] The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: CENTRAL ESCROW INC, 1015 S. BALDWIN AVE, ARCADIA, CA 91007 and the last day for filing claims by any creditor shall be JULY 20, 2009, which is the business day before the anticipated sale date specified above. Dated: JUNE 26, 2009 LIANG’S VILLAGE CUISINE INC, Buyer(s) PCTS LA149069 ARCADIA WEEKLY 7/2/09
During the semi-final bout Valenzuela followed the blowby-blow of the Paola’s match against Sanders by telephone. “A friend at ringside told me everything that was happening and I would repeat the information to all the kids in the gym. It was so exciting. We were all so happy for Paola and so proud of her,” said Valenzuela. Arana earned her spot on the team of 33 male and female boxers representing the Great West Region of Southern California and Nevada by win-
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ning the USA Boxing Southern California Championship Tournament in Pacoima, CA last January and the USA Boxing Regional Championship Tournament in Coachella Valley in February. The Duarte High School graduate, who now attends Citrus College, said it never occurred to her that she would be competing in a national championship when she first started working out at the Duarte Youth Boxing Club. “I just wanted to work out. Then I decided I really liked it and started to compete two years ago,” said Arana. Her parents and two older brothers were at first surprised “that little me would do anything like that, but they are proud of what I’ve accomplished,” she said. What’s next for the 101 pound Duarte dynamo? Savor the experience, enjoy the success, and get back to her studies at Citrus College where her favorite subjects are English and Literature.
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Blotters from 19 Huntington regarding a driver possibly On June 21 at 2:35 p.m., a feud between two neighbors in the 400 block of Heliotrope resulted in one neighbor getting a restraining order against another family in the neighborhood. One of the subjects violated the restraining order by walking up to the victim’s fence. The suspect made a statement which showed knowledge and intent of the violation, and the victim placed the suspect under citizen’s arrest. The suspect also made a statement that he was not going to obey the restraining order in front of the arresting officers. He was arrested and held without bail for the likelihood of a reoccurrence until his court date.
Utility Problems. On June 21 at 7:58 p.m., dispatch received several calls regarding transformers blowing up, causing a partial grid blackout which affected traffic signals, railroad crossing arms, street lights, etc. Monrovia Fire Department responded to a possible small fire caused by sparks and Edison also responded.
Burglary Alarm. On June 21 at 10:45 p.m., Police responded to the 1900 block of South Myrtle regarding a burglary alarm on a roof hatch to a business. The Foothill Air Support helicopter heard the responding officer request a ladder from the Fire Department and responded. The helicopter checked the roof and found it to be intact. No burglary had occurred.
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On June 22 at 6:30 a.m., officers responded to a business in the 600 block of West Huntington regarding a burglary. The investigation revealed unknown suspects cut their way through the roof of the business and into the neighboring business. Once inside the businesses, they attempted to cut their way into an adjacent jewelry store. The suspects repeatedly attempted to cut through walls and the attic space. They managed to gain entry into the ceiling of the jewelry store, but did not climb down into the store. There was no reported loss from the three locations. Investigation continuing.
Driving Under the Influence Pursuit / Traffic Collision / Suspect Arrested. On June 22 at 2:00 p.m., an officer responded to the area of Mountain and
driving under the influence. An officer located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop. The vehicle fled eastbound on Huntington at 40 miles per hour. The officer went in pursuit of the vehicle. The suspect rear-ended a car that was stopped at the red light at Huntington and Highland. The suspect was taken into custody for numerous felony charges. The other driver complained of pain, but did not want to be taken to the hospital.
Carrying a Concealed Weapon / Suspect Arrested.
On June 22 at 6:58 p.m., police received a call reporting a bear in the 300 block of Elfwood. A second caller reported a man with a gun chasing the bear. Officers responded and detained the subject. The item the caller thought was a gun turned out to be a camera the man was using to photograph the bear. Ironically, the man was carrying a loaded and concealed pistol in a holster under his shirt. He was arrested for carrying a concealed weapon.
Criminal Threats. On June 24 at 10 p.m., officers responded to the 800 block of West Walnut regarding a disturbance of the peace. On their arrival, the victim told officers he had seen a vehicle speeding in front of his house so he yelled at the driver to slow down; the vehicle left the area. A short time later, the victim heard someone yelling. He went outside and saw a male subject standing in the front yard. The subject threatened to get his gun kill the victim. The victim feared the suspect would come back with a gun and kill him. The suspect was contacted and arrested. The suspect claimed to be affiliated with a gang.
Warrant Arrest. On June 24 at 12:45 p.m., an officer was patrolling the 100 block of North May and recognized a subject who was wanted on a no-bail warrant for a weapons violation. The officer checked the computer system and found the warrant was outstanding. He arrested the subject without incident.
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On June 25 at 5:36 a.m., officers responded to a business in the 700 block of East Huntington on the report of smoke coming through the vents in a women’s locker room. Monrovia Fire Department responded. It was later determined that a motor in one of the air conditioning units burned out and caused the smoke.
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Monrovia’s City Clerk Linda Proctor is retiring from her job as City Clerk and Elected Office of City Clerk in October. Proctor had originally planned to stay as the Elected Office of City Clerk after retiring from her employed position. However,
CALPERS told her that she would not receive the portion of her retirement fund attached to her elected position until she retired from it as well. Proctor was elected to a four-year term in 1992, and has won reelection ever since
in 1996, 2001, 2005, and most recently in this year’s election held in March. Alice Atkins, the current Deputy City Clerk, will replace Proctor in the interim while the City Council will have the task of appointing a new permanent City Clerk.
Bubbles from 1 open house and complimentary breakfast. It begins at 8 am and will take place at the Essick House, their headquarters at 550 W. Sierra Madre Blvd, located on the corner of Sierra Madre Blvd and Sunnyside. T he a n nua l Fourth of July Parade will begin at this location as well. The Fourth of July Parade will begin at 10 am, with a vintage aircraft soaring over the parade route signaling its start. The Parade Marshal is Midge Morash, who is known as “Mother Nature” in environmental groups. She is on the board of the Sierra Madre Environmental Action Council, which she helped form in 1972. Midge was chosen as the Sierra Madre Older American of the Year in 2000. In addition to Midge Mo-
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Upup to in $3,000 DIAMONDS 3/4 Carat .................................... to 1909-s and 1931-S ....................$20 and up ¾ U.S 50¢ 1794-1806 ......................$75 and up $ PLEASE CHECK AGAIN TO SEE IF YOU HAVE ............................................................ to $10,000 $ 1906-S and 1931-S $20 and up and up 11Carat PLATINUM Up IF YOUR ITEMS AREN’T USED, BRING THEM IN $ Carat ..................................... up to $10,000 1909-s VDB......................................... ..............................$400 ANY OF THESE ITEMS WE ARE BUYING U.S 50¢ 1807-1837 ......................$25 and up $ $ Carat ............................................................ Up to $20,000 FOR A FREE APPRAISAL AND CASH OFFER 1909-S VBD................................................... $400 and upand up 22 $ $ ALL PLATINUM JEWELRY – BRING IN FOR CASH Carat ..................................... up to $20,000 1914-D .......................................$75 U.S 50¢ 1838-1891 ......................$10 Carat ............................................................ Up to $50,000 1914-D ........................................................... $75 and up and up 33 $ $ 1966 AND BEFORE LINCOLN CENTS 1/2 Carat .................................... up to $2,400 $ Carat ..................................... up to 1910-S, 1911-S, 1913-S, 1912-S, 1914-S, Mountings ................................. Up to$50,000 $2,500 $ 3/4 Carat .................................... up to $3,000 1909-s and 1931-S ....................$20 and up U.S $1.00 1794 .....................$25,000 and up 4 Carat ............................................................ Bring in for a quote 1910-S, 1911-S, 1912-S,1926-S 1913-S,and 1914-S, 1915-S,............ 1922-D, 1926-S $ $ $ Carat ........................... Bring quote 1915-S, 1922-D, 1931-D $5.00 4 Therm-Coupling Wire ...... Bringininfor foratesting 1909-s VDB ..............................$400 and up 1 Carat ..................................... up to $10,000 diamonds much, much more. We buy old mine cuts and Euro- $ and 1931-D ............................. $5.00 U.S $1.00 1795-1805 .................$500 and$15 up Large $ 1914-D .......................................$75 and up 2 Carat ..................................... up to $20,000 $ Large diamonds much, much more. We testing buy old 1924-D .................................................. $ Crucibles .......................... Bring in for pean cut diamonds. We buy diamonds with or without GIA certificates $ 1924-D ........................................................... $15 U.S $1.00 1836-1839 ..................$150 and up $ $ mine cut and European cutBring diamonds. buy 3 Carat ..................................... up to $50,000 All other before 1934 2¢ each .............................. in for We testing $ 1910-S, 1911-S, 1913-S, 1912-S, 1914-S, All other before1840-1877 1934 2¢ each ....................$20 and up Screen $ 1915-S, 1922-D, 1926-S and 1931-D ............ $5.00 4 Carat ........................... Bring in for a quote $ U.S $1.00 diamonds with orDATES without GIARARITIES, certificates Foreign Coins ALSO WANTED: KEY AND PCGS, $ $ Foreign Coins (exc. Canada cents) ................ 3¢ each and up Large diamonds much, much more. We buy old 1924-D .................................................. $15 $ $ Trade Dollars ...............................$50 (excluding Canada cents) ....3¢ each and and up up NGC & ANACS GRADED $ COINS, COLLECTIONS, DIAMONDS Proof Sets mine cut and European cut diamonds. We buy All other before 1934 2¢ each $ $ ALSO WANTED: KEY DATES AND RARITIES, $ ProofPLEASE Sets diamonds with or without GIA certificates Confederate Currency (before 1928) Foreign Coins CHECK AGAIN TO SEE IF YOU HAVE ESTATES, ACCUMULATIONS AND DEALERTHEM STOCKS, $ PCGS, & ANACS GRADED COINS, IF YOUR NGC ITEMS AREN’T USED, BRING IN $ $ $ ANY OF THESE ITEMS WE (before ARE BUYING Confederate Currency 1928) (excluding Canada cents) ....3¢ each and up U.S. Paper Currency (before 1928) COLLECTIONS, ESTATES, ACCUMULATIONS AND AMERICAN EAGLES GOLD, PLATINUM, SILVER, FOR A FREE APPRAISAL AND CASH OFFER $ Proof Sets $ ALSO WANTED: KEY DATES AND RARITIES, $ $ U.S Paper Currency (before 1928) DEALER STOCKS, AMERICAN EAGLES GOLD, PCGS, NGC & ANACS GRADED COINS, $ 1966 AND LINCOLN CENTS SAKR, CML,.................................... 40% & 90% SILVER COINS, $ Confederate Currency (before 1928) AVERAGE PRICESBEFORE - COMMON DATE - 1964 AND BEFORE 1/2 Carat to $2,400 PLATINUM, SILVER, SAKR, CML, 40up & SILVER 90% SILVER $ COLLECTIONS, ESTATES, ACCUMULATIONS AND CIRCULATED COINS Silver Dollars (before1931-S 1935) .. $9....................$20 to SILVER $25,000 SCRAP GOLD AND SILVER FLATWARE, CALL $ U.S Paper Currency (before 1928) COINS, SILVER BARS, SCRAP GOLD SILVER DEALER STOCKS, AMERICAN EAGLES GOLD, $ 3/4 Carat .................................... upAND to $3,000 1909-s and and up BARS, $ PLATINUM, SILVER, SAKR, CML, 40 & 90% SILVER $ FLATWARE. CALL FOR QUOTES. Half Dollars.................................................... to $5 AND $ AVERAGE PRICES – COMMON DATE $4 – 1964 BEFORE QUOTES. 1 Carat ..................................... up to $10,000 1909-s VDB ..............................$400 and up FOR Regular Hours CIRCULATED SILVER COINS COINS, SILVER BARS, SCRAP GOLD AND SILVER $ Quarters .......................................................... $2 to $3 $ WANTED: US AND FOREIGN Silver Dollars (before 1935) .. $9 to and $25,000 QUOTES. 7215CALLN.FORRosemead Blvd.$ 2 Carat ..................................... upCURRENCY, to LARGE $20,000 1914-D .......................................$75 up WANTED: AVERAGE PRICES – COMMON DATE – 1964 AND BEFORE FLATWARE. US AND FOREIGN CURRENCY, Dimes ............................................................. 80¢ to $1.50 to $5 LARGE SIZE NOTES, SMALL SIZE 1976 AND $ $ Silver 11am-10pm $ Half Dollars ..................................$4 WANTED: US AND FOREIGN CURRENCY, $ Dollars (before 1935) .. $9 to $25,000 3 Carat ..................................... to $50,000 1910-S, 1911-S, 1913-S, 1912-S, 1914-S, SIZE NOTES, SMALL SIZE 1976 ANDup BEFORE. (South of Kohl’s) BEFORE. LARGE SIZE NOTES, SMALL SIZE 1976 AND $ $ ..................................$4 to $5 $ Half Dollars Quarters ......................................$2 to $3 7 DAYS $ Coin Connection, mostand diverse company in the rare 4 Carat ........................... Bring in for aSHEETS, quote 1915-S, 1922-D,the 1926-S 1931-D ............ $5.00 WANTED: STAMPS, SINGLES, $ Quarters ......................................$2 to $3 BEFORE. $ STAMPS, SINGLES, SHEETS, COLLECDimes ................................... 80¢ to $1.50 WANTED: $ STAMPS, SINGLES, SHEETS, Large diamonds much, much more. buy old 1924-D .................................................. $15 TIONS, coin and precious metals industry COLLECTIONS, ANDWeDEALER $ $ Dimes ................................... 80¢ to $1.50 WANTED: $ ESTATES AND ESTATES DEALER STOCKS. NO COLCOLLECTIONS, ESTATES AND DEALER $ STOCKS. NO COLLECTION TOO SMALL OR Coin Connection, the most diverse company mine cut and European cut diamonds. We buy All other before •Precious metals bullion trading 1934 current 2¢ daily each buy and sell $ Coin Connection, the most diverse company STOCKS. NO COLLECTION TOO SMALL OR $ $ TOO SMALL OR TOO LARGE! in the rare coin and precious metals industry LECTION TOO LARGE! in the rare coin and precious metals industry TOO LARGE! $ diamonds with or without GIA certificates $ • Precious metals bullion trading current daily buy prices $ •Foreign PreciousCoins metals bullion trading current daily buy $ $ and sellstamp, prices $ $ and sell prices 8 E. ST. 8 E. HOLLY ST. (excluding Canada cents) ....3¢ each and up •Rare coin, currency and estate liquidation 8 E.HOLLY Holly St. • Rare coin, stamp, currency and estate liquidation • Rare coin, stamp, currency and estate liquidation ALSO WANTED: KEY DATES AND RARITIES, $ $ • Authorized appraiser for estates, insurance $ “Old Town” Pasadena $ Sets •Authorized appraiser for estates, insurance companies and “Old Town” Pasadena •Proof Authorized appraiser for estates, insurance PCGS, NGC & ANACS GRADED COINS, “Old Town” Pasadena $ $ companies and probate $ Confederate (before 1928) probate companies andCurrency probate Call Paul for COLLECTIONS, ESTATES, ACCUMULATIONS AND $ • Authorized buyer since 1961 of coins, stamps, Call Paul for $ $ •U.S Authorized buyer 1961 of stamps, coins, stamps, $ currency, precious metals, scrap gold, flatware, Paper Currency (before 1928) •Authorized buyer since since 1961 of coins, currency, $ DEALER STOCKS, AMERICAN EAGLES GOLD, an appointment at Call Paul for an appointment at $ $ currency, precious metals, scrap gold, flatware, and Rolex watches, diamonds and an SILVER, appointment atSILVER $ antique PLATINUM, SAKR, CML, 40 & 90% precious metals, scrap gold, flatware, diamonds antique and and Rolex (626) 793-8686 estate jewelry antique and Rolex watches, $ $ CIRCULATED SILVER COINS COINS, SILVER BARS, SCRAP GOLD AND SILVER (626) 793-8686 (626) 793-8686 estate jewelryand estate jewelry watches, diamonds $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ AVERAGE PRICES – COMMON DATE – 1964 AND BEFORE FLATWARE. CALL FOR QUOTES. $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
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The Schedule
Dodger fans, join us!
Friday, July 3rd 5 p.m. - Food booths open. 5 - 10 p.m. - Beer Garden open from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Concert featuring “The Sheds” and “Aluminum Marshmallow” 8 p.m. 5th Annual “Bubble Wrap Fireworks”
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Saturday, July 4th 8 a.m. - Sierra Madre Woman’s Club Pre-Parade Open House, 550 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 10 a.m. - 4th of July Parade Noon - Outdoor Games at Memorial Park Noon to 4 p.m. Dixieland Jazz by Nightblooming Jazzmen at Memorial Park Noon to 4 p.m. - Food and Beer Garden at Memorial Park
The Boat
Silver Dollars (before 1935) .. $9 to $25,000 Half Dollars ..................................$4 to $5 Quarters ......................................$2 to $3
of the Year Ken Anhalt and his wife, Shirley. A “water zone” at the end of the parade, beginning at Canon Avenue, will be the location of the traditional water fight with the Sierra Madre Fire Department and local citizens. The parade officially ends at Sierra Vista Park. Memorial Park festivities will begin around 11:30 am, featuring nonprofit food booths and the Beer Garden, which will be open until 4 pm. Additionally, there will be games for children that begin around 12 noon on the southeast corner of Memorial Park. On the east side of the park, the Night Blooming Jazzmen will begin their traditional four-hour jazz concert at noon. The Fourth of July Committee is composed of volunteers. Matt Bosse is the chairman and Colleen McEvoy is co-chair. Other members include Hank Landsberg, past chair; Karma Bell, Susan Clifton, Chuck Dorsett, Yvonne Eberhard, Sue Levoe, Arlene and Jack Wolf and Jan Reed.
Comics
July 2 - July 8, 2009
The Doozies
By Tom Gammill
DeFlocked
By Jeff Corriveau
Capitol South
By William Warren
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This Week in History 1776: “DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE” APPROVED In 1776, duri n g t h e Wa r fo r I n d e p e n dence, the Second Continental Congress, comprised of representa tives from 13 British colonies in North America, app roved th e “Declaration of Independence” as drafted by Thomas Jefferson. The document claimed that if a government was tyrannical, the people had a right to overthrow it, and because of Great Britain’s oppressive acts against them, the colonies had the right to declare themselves free and independent states.