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Breeders’ Cup Management to Pitch In for Event Security Costs BY SAMEEA KAMAL As the time comes near for the upcoming Breeders’ Cup World Championship horse races, the Arcadia city council has decided that it will be necessary to charge the event management for half of the cost of non-traffic related public safety services, passed at the meeting on August 18. The 26th annual Breeders’ Cup World Championship, which marks the end of the season for Thoroughbred racing, will take place November 6 and 7 at the Santa Anita Racetrack. In the past, public safety services were provided at no cost to the Breeders’ Cup, though the city has charged the race track for some other events in the past. In 2008, the total cost for police and fire services to the city came to nearly $60,000 that were absorbed by city departments, said Captain Gene Gioia of the Arcadia police

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Monrovian Dies in

Lake Tahoe Accident

No Acceptable Opening Bids Put Forward for Historic Property BY TERRY MILLER Magna Entertainment, which owns Santa Anita Race Track, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in March of this year. Since then, the owners had hoped for a flurry of bids for the huge, historic and valuable piece of Arcadia real estate known as the Santa Anita Racetrack. According to reports, however, no acceptable opening bid has been offered for the world famous race track, and thus the property will not go on the

Colorful collections of cauliflower, cantaloupe, carrots, watermelon and everything in-between were yours for the taking at the produce exchange last week. - Photos by Terry Miller

Monrovia Produce Exchange Has Some New Ideas for Feeding Our Community Page 15

Anxious Residents Attend Meeting with Fire Officials 160,000 Acre Station Fire Now Officially Arson

BY SUSAN MOTANDER M a r k D ic k s o n w a s killed in a bizarre accident last week at the Heavenly Lake Tahoe SKi resort. He and his new wife Rebecca were on their honeymoon. They had planned to resettle in the Lake Tahoe area Mark and Rebecca had riden the chair lift to the top and were on the return trip down the mountain when a rope from the zip which parraleled the chair life tangled with their gondola. According to Lt. Les Lovell of the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Department which is investigating the accident, the rope somehow whipped away from the zip line and tipped the gondola n which Mark and his wife were riding.

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Jody Noiron, National Forest Supervisor speaks at a recent community fire update meeting. - Photos by Terry Miller

At a community meeting held Thursday evening at the Church of the Nazarene, Angeles National Forest Supervisor Jody Noiron said” Life is not going to be the same as we’ve known it.” She added

STAY-CATION V If you haven’t yet headed out to the L.A. County Fair, then shame on you. In Part Five of her Staycation series, Susan Motander looks at this 77 year tradition providing a community gathering place where people learn about California’s heritage and enjoy traditional Fair food, activities and entertainment.

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that the Station Fire is” history in the making…” referring to the massive size of the unpredictable fire. She then read a statement which most in the audience had not yet heard. Noiron said

Antonovich Offers EPA Orders Monterey Park $50,000 Reward for Firm to Present Recycling Plan Station Fire Arsonist for 31,993 Pounds of E-Waste

that after exhaustive forensic tests, the determination of fire officials was that the fire had indeed been started by an act of arson. At this point, enormous collective sigh could be heard in the large audience. The majority of the over 400 people who attended had nothing but praise and thanks for the firefighting efforts as well as a lot of questions. The Governor has offered a $100,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for setting the blaze. Facing some harsh criti-

Following last week’s announcement by Governor Schwarzenegger that the state would be offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual(s) responsible for the Station Fire, Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich announced this week that he will be offering an additional $50,000 reward. The motion will be voted on by the Board of Supervisors at their next regularly scheduled meeting on September 8, 2009. As of Wednesday, the Station Fire had burned 160,357 acres and destroyed more than 166 structures. The record setting blaze also resulted in the death of 2 firefighters and

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently ordered Monterey Park based ZKW Trading to submit a management plan for approximately 31,993 pounds of cathode ray tubes that were illegally shipped to, and later returned from, Hong Kong, China -- a violation of the federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. Commonly known as CRTs, cathode ray tubes are the video display components of televisions and computer monitors. The glass in these units typically contains enough lead to require managing it as hazardous waste under certain circumstances. “The EPA is ordering ZKW Trading to submit a

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DESIGN SENSE

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REAL ESTATE NOTES

For some area students, “Back to School” means the beginning of a new adventure as they pack their bags and head to college for the first time. This week, Beacon Media’s resident design guru takes a look at how to turn a cinder block cell dorm room into a place worth calling home.

Whoever said Bruschetta isn’t meant for breakfast? Well, probably the Italians, but what do they know? Find out what magic a poached egg can add to this favorite appetizer in this week’s addition to your Recipe Box.

Too often we’re concerned only about our one acre kingdom, but the recent wildfire in the Angeles National Forest serves as a stinging reminder that our public lands are far more valuable than even the most prized Sotheby’s offering.

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BY DOROTHY DENNE

Was I Ticked?

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PHOTOGRAPHER Terry Miller

Was I ticked? You bet I was. We all know that, at best, we have been dealing with triple digit heat, smoke and ashes. Moods are not the greatest. Add to that taking my husband to the doctor. It wasn’t anything frightening this time, just his annual physical. But, any time you have to mention husband and doctor in the same sentence, it is not pleasant. It ranks right up there with triple digits, smoke and ash. We got there, found a parking space right next to the building. We walked into the lovely cool air of the foyer. The elevator was waiting for us. Up and into the two-doctor office. The waiting room was nearly empty. We were among the last appointments for the morning. Things were going very smoothly. Two patients came out of the examining rooms, met their companions in the waiting room and departed. The doctors’ aide called my husband and another patient in. This left just myself and one other woman to wait. I was actually kind of beginning to enjoy the situation. My morning had started early with a pleasant 7:30 breakfast with my heart-son that stretched ‘til 9:00. Then a couple of important phone calls and off to a 10:00 meeting that ended in good time at 11:00. A quick stop to pick up a paper to be sure my column had made it in with no erors. Home to pick up my husband and get him to the doctor in plenty of time. Now there I sat in cool, quiet comfort with only one other person in the room. I knew, with a physical, I was in for a good twenty minutes to half hour for my usual morning read that I had not yet had the luxury of. I settled back, crossed my ankles, pulled the bookmark, sighed comfortably and started to read. Suddenly the air was split by the shrieking of an aria from some opera. My ‘roommate’ began digging frantically through her purse. I think the whole damn aria played before she found her cell phone. Now I don’t know how she greeted her caller but I know it wasn’t, “I’m in the doctor’s office so I’ll have to call you back.” There went my leisurely read. I had to listen to her jabber on that fricking phone for nearly twenty minutes and I couldn’t understand a damn thing she said. Was I ticked? You bet I was.

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Tra;c Solutions for the Future Everyone talks about the tra;c; Metro is doing something about it. More carpool lanes. Freeway improvements. Rail lines to more places. Over the next 30 years, Metro is expecting to spend some $40 billion in tra;c congestion relief projects bringing real solutions to improving your daily travel.

East LA Mexican Independence Parade September 13 Make plans to attend the kick-o= event for Mexican Independence Day celebrations with the Mexican Independence Day Parade in East LA on Sunday, September 13. The parade route is along Cesar E. Chavez Avenue starting at 11am at Indiana Street and traveling to Mednik Avenue.

Get Update on Eastside Transit Corridor Project Find out the latest on transit options being studied for the second phase of the Metro Gold Line Eastside Extension at meetings being held September 30 and October 1. The light rail alternatives being considered would connect to communities east of LA. Visit metro.net/eastsidephase2 for times and locations.

Metro Local 177 is the Pasadena Commuter Special Save time on your rush-hour commute in Pasadena with Metro Local 177. Line 177 runs every 20 minutes on weekdays between the Metro Gold Line Sierra Madre Villa Station and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Morning service is westbound-only and eastbound-only in the evenings. Find the timetable at metro.net.

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Not that long ago I found myself sitting on the Board of Directors for no less than five different non-profit organizations, including Haven House in Pasadena. Funny thing, my sitting happened almost overnight. Another funny thing; I had no idea what was expected of Board members. I’d taken on a program outside of dentistry on the advice of a trusted friend and mentor. And what started out as my opportunity to share time with folks who really needed to get their act together turned out being transformative for yours truly. Shucks, don’t think I’ve been quite the same ever since. Okay, so maybe you’re thinking I must have hit my head in spin class and woke up as Zen Master JVB? But what really happened is after 20 years or so of talk, I finally went to Italy. And, I joined the Board at Haven House in Pasadena. And I couldn’t be more proud of my affiliation with Haven House. The folks there committed to the everyday success of the organization are Golden. Not only is Haven House a safe place, it’s a place that saves generations. Haven House, founded in 1964, is indeed the first shelter for victims of domestic violence established in the United States. And the shelter is the model for all similar organizations that have followed. Domestic violence is shockingly pervasive in our society; even more so during uncertain economic times. In fact, some 31% of American women report being physically or sexually abused by their husband or boyfriend at some time during their lives. 25% of workplace problems such as absenteeism, low productivity, turnover, and excessive use of medical benefits are due to domestic violence. Boys who witness their father’s violence are ten times more likely to become domestic violence perpetrators. As I’m writing, the shelter is filled to capacity but Haven House is way more than a hotel for unbelievably courageous Moms and children bold enough to break a generational pattern of fear. Haven House also maintains a Children’s Program, two Outreach Programs, and presents “Domestic Violence in the Workplace” (the presentation really hit home when I discovered members of the TCDC crew had experienced domestic violence.) In the current economic environment, Haven House and the other 105 shelters in California face some dire challenges; one of which is the Governor’s decision to eliminate all state funding for domestic violence shelters. If you’ve ever wanted to make a difference and life seems to always be getting in the way, making a difference for Haven House families could be as transformative for you as it has been for me. A local treasure like Haven House should not only survive, it should continue to Dr. Jack Von Bulow is a regular lead. And why not be a part of something as fulfilling columnist in our Monday edition of as saving families and the generations that follow? the Temple City Tribune.

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A Surefire Way to Boost Farm Exports: Sell to Cuba BY PHILIP PETERS U.S. farm income will drop 38 percent this year due to global economic woes and because “demand for exports has tailed off, with few options available to expand marketing elsewhere,” according to a Department of Agriculture report issued last month. Actually, there’s a small but surefire option to boost American farm exports that would not cost taxpayers a single dime: open up U.S. policy toward Cuba. Congress made an exception to the Cuba embargo in 2000, allowing sales of U.S. agricultural products to the communist island. Since 2002, Cuba has spent an average of $373 million per year on American grain, poultry, and cattle, products for Cuban grocery stores, and even telephone poles and newsprint. But our export s a re hampered by a tangle of red tape that the U.S. government imposes on this small but promising market. A me r ic a n s h ipp e r s aren’t allowed to move their

product from a U.S. port until Cuba has paid for the cargo. Cuba isn’t allowed to wire money to U.S. banks -- payments have to be sent through third countries. This makes European bankers happy as they collect fees for handling the transactions and changing money from one currency to another. Cuban buyers and phytosanitary inspectors have rarely been given visas to enter the United States to meet our farmers and vendors and to see our products. And American companies are not permitted to extend credit to Cuba. Given Cuba’s debt troubles and payment record, it is questionable how much private credit would be extended, and it would be wrong to risk U.S. taxpayer dollars in Cuba through loans or export insurance. But by blocking American lenders from risking their own money, Washington adds another impediment to U.S. exports. Cuba is a natural market for American agriculture, with advantages in cost,

quality, and convenience. Cuban buyers recognize that -- but when they add up all the conditions we impose, they see delay, inconvenience, difficult access, and a few percentage points of cost that are unnecessarily added to their purchases. Reasonably enough, Cubans also

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ask why we have a one-way only trade policy that doesn’t allow Cuba to sell anything here in the United States. These are all policies t hat , to date, P resident Obama has preserved - even though he says he wants to “recast” our relations with Havana.

Congressman Jerry Moran (R-Kansas) has introduced a common-sense bill that would increase farm exports by normalizing the rules governing transactions. Congressman William Delahunt (D-Massachusetts) has introduced a bill that would also have an important impact on U.S. farm exports. His bill would end all restrictions on American travel to Cuba. American travelers -religious and civic groups, sports teams, universities, and even tourists -- will create a flow of information and ideas between our countries and correct a mistaken foreign policy that pretends to extend American influence while building a wall between our peoples. An open travel policy would affect agriculture too: the revenues from American travelers will help Cuba’s strapped economy and lead to increased purchases of our farm products. Together, these bills would ma ke t he United States a more reliable vendor and Cuba a stronger

customer. Cuba spent $1.8 billion on agricultural imports last year -- more than three times the amount it spent in 2000. About one third of those imports come from America. The U.S. International Trade Commission estimated last June that Cuba would buy one half to two thirds of its agricultural imports from the United States if we drop the cumbersome rules governing transactions with Cuba, end travel restrictions, and allow private credit. Those steps won’t end the slump affecting American agriculture, but they are long overdue steps that will benefit American farmers, improve our foreign policy, and open doors to eleven million of our neighbors to the south. President Obama and Congress should act this week as they return from Labor Day vacation. Peters is vice president of the Lexington Institute in Arlington, Virginia, and writes the blog The Cuban Triangle. -Illustration by Thom Gastelum

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ART OF LIVING

SEPTEMBER 10 - SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

Museums Free-For -All Weekend Coming in October

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BY SUSAN MOTANDER Several museums in Los Angeles and Orage Counties will be free for all or part of the weekend of October 3 and/or 4. There are 22 museums participating in the event. Those open both days are The Armory Center for the Arts (145 North Raymond in Pasadena, the California African American

Museum (Exposition Park), California Science Center (Exposition Park), Craft and Folk A rt Museum (5814 Wilshire Blvd in L.A.) Fowler Museum at UCLA, The Getty Center (1200 Getty Center Drive, L.A.), The Getty Villa (17985 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades - reservations are required), Museum of Latin American

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Art (628 Alamitos Avenue, Long Beach), Orange County Center for Contemporary Art (117 North Sycamore, Santa Ana), Orange County Museum of Art 850 San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach, and The Paley Center for Media (465 N Beverly Dr Beverly Hills. Open for free only on Saturday October 3 will be the California Science 43. Develop slowly 45. Where some vets served 46. Links org. 47. Just 48. “Pomp and Circumstance” composer 51. Song syllable 52. Forest makeup 53. Boxer 56. Small blemish 57. Loser to DDE 58. Sounds 62. Salinger girl 63. Date 64. Apportions 65. Not e’en once 66. Big bang cause 67. Garden device

Down Across 1. Excite 7. Person, slangily 10. After John in the NT 14. Less fatty 15. Aladdin’s monkey 16. Cartel 17. Late bloomers 18. Born 19. Lab fluids 20. Aztec god 23. Jazz pianist Art 26. So there!

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Center (Exposition Park), Japanese American National Museum (369 East First Stree), Santa Monica Museum of Art and The Studio for Southern California History (525 Alpine Street, L.A.). Those open free on Sunday will be the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana (2002 North Main Street), The Grammy Museum at L.A. Live (Olympic Boulevard and Figueroa Street, L.A.), Hammer Museum at UCLA, the Museum of Contemporary Art (250 South Grand Avenue, L.A.), Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (Exposition Park), and the Skirball Cultural Center (2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, L.A.). For more information about these museums, google their web sites.

The galaxy, called NGC 1097, is located 50 million lightyears away. It is spiral-shaped like our Milky Way, with long, spindly arms of stars. The “eye” at the center of the galaxy is actually a monstrous black hole surrounded by a ring of stars. In this color-coded infrared view from Spitzer, the area around the invisible black hole is blue and the ring of stars, white. The black hole is huge, about 100 million times the mass of our sun, and is feeding

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NASA’s Spitzer Images Out-of-this-World Galaxy

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off gas and dust along with the occasional unlucky star. Our Milky Way’s central black hole is tame by comparison, with a mass of a few million suns. “The fate of this black hole and others like it is an active area of research,” said George Helou, deputy director of NASA’s Spitzer Science Center at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena. “Some theories hold that the black hole might quiet down

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Last Week’s Solution

Fill the 9 X 9 grid so that each column, each row, and each of the nine 3 X3 regions contain the digits from 1 to 9 only once each. Solutions run the following week.

Last Week’s Solution

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ART OF LIVING

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POPS Ends Season With a Stroke of Genius BY BILL PETERS It’s over. It’s the final concert of the summer season for the Pasadena Symphony Association’s garden concerts given by the Pasadena POPS and it will be the last time the orchestra will perform at Descanso Gardens in La Cañada Flintridge before moving to a spot near the Rose Bowl next summer. The season’s last performance is at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept 12. “Genius Loves Company” is the theme, an attempt to draw together music that is pretty diverse. The guest artists would seem to fit both the category of genius and the music they will perform is, well, out of the box for sure. Harry Lennix has been invited to narrate Aaron Copland’s “A Lincoln Portrait”. Lennix starred in “Commander in Chief”, worked alongside Jamie Foxx in the film “Ray” and a bunch more. His stage work promotes the African American experience in a contemporary way. Before he hit the big and little screen, Lennix was an English teacher and a music teacher. No doubt a genius. Shana Blake Hill is probably the most hard-working soprano around. She has

as a genius player. Geneva Lewis, appearing with the Pasadena POPS for the first time, can’t be anything but a developing genius. This 11 year-old is studying with Aimee Kreston and has shown an abundant amount of talent as a violinist. She will appear with Kreston to perform Bach’s Concerto for Two Violins. While she will be soloist, other young musicians will set beside the professional members of the orchestra as part of the orchestra’s “Side-by-Side” youth music program. Lewis is also a ranked tennis player, holding the 2006 end-of-year ranking Eleven year-old Geneva Lewis is not only a ranked junior tennis player, but a serious violinist. She performs with the Pasadena POPS Orchestra on Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept 12 at Descanso Gardens. Other young talent will sit next to professional musicians of the orchestra as part of the orchestra’s “Side-By-Side” youth music program.

maintained a full schedule of singing over the past decade. As her voice has matured, she has wowed the critics in both operatic and orchestral performances. Locally, Hill has sung with the Pasadena Symphony, the Burbank Symphony and many others. She is unafraid of contemporary music or modern ballads. This time out, Shana Blake Hill sings “Mr. Tambourine Man”, “Blowin’ in

the Wind” and a selection from John Corigliano’s Bob Dylan song cycle. Her genius is her voice. Aimee Kreston serves as concertmaster for both the Pasadena Symphony and the Pasadena POPS Orchestra. Her on-stage persona is one of quiet confidence with a glowing sense of humor. As a violinist, her playing is solid. A graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music, she

The L.A. County Fair BY SUSAN MOTANDER I love the L.A. County Fair. My father took us every year. It was a family tradition. He created the routine I still follow. I park in the blue lot off White Avenue in Pomona. This entrance is great to visit the farms and the exhibit halls. If you are more interested in the carnival rides rather than the exhibits, you might want to use the yellow lot which is off Fairplex Drive south of Arrow Highway. My routine sends me first to Fairview Farms, the animal exhibits. It is just to the right after entering through the Blue Gate. I go there early because the animals can become quite aromatic later in the day. The farm area is a great way to allow children to explore raising animals and to learn where t heir food comes from. A great many interactive exhibits are featured in

for girls 10’s of 52. Her website seems to favor her tennis playing. The youngster’s ambition is “to be a pro at everything I do.” She is well on her way. Rachael Worby, popular conductor of the Pasadena POPS Orchestra will share her genius with her orchestra and guest soloists. The Pasadena POPS Orchestra performs their last concert of the season, and the last at Descanso Gardens, at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept. 12. Ticket prices range from $20 to $90. Descanso Gardens is located at 1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada Flintridge. Information: (626) 793-7172, ext. 16.

this area. Kids love this. In addition to the usual pig races the fair has added chicken races as well this year. Next to the farm area is California Heritage Square with readily available food and exhibits that focus on the rich culture of this golden state. Depending on time, I usually take a break here. There is almost always entertainment on the stage here. For me it is then off to the Flower and Garden building. This year the exhibit is entitled Gateway to Africa with the focus being on the plants and animals of that area. Greeting you will be 2 giant topiaries of elephants spouting water from their trunks. There will even be jeep tours available to allow you to tour not only the Serengeti, but also the Conga and Zimbabwe. There is even an exhibit of live Black Widow Spiders. Throughout the day there

is a top-call violinist for film score works—in fact she has performed on over 100 film soundtracks. She has distinguished herself as a solo performer and as a violin teacher. In addition to private students, Kreston serves on the faculties of the Colburn School of Performing Arts and the Henri Mancini Institute at UCLA. Her recent solo work with the Pasadena Symphony classifies Kreston

Harry Lennix looks tough in this photo, but he will narrate the patriotic “A Lincoln Portrait” that accompanies Aaron Copland’s music at the Pasadena POPS final summer concert this Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept. 12 at Descanso Gardens.

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will be special shows featuring the birds and animals of the African Continent. This is another area that youngsters will enjoy. Never fear: there are exhibits for the grown ups as well. Foremost among these is the Wine and Spirits Marketplace. Here you can sample the award winning wines that were entered in the annual compet it ion. There are samplings of olive oil, as well as beer and other spirits. There are even classes on wine tasting available and cooking demonstrations. Don’t forget the racing at the fair. The horses will be running Sept. 10-13, 16 -20, 23-28 (dark Mon., Sept. 14, Mon., Sept. 21 and Tuesdays). Post time for racing is 1 p.m. each day of the meet. On my own tour of the fair I ensure that I save plenty of time to visit the various shopping venues including

the Shopping Place and Palms Marketplace. Here there are those legendary hawkers selling everything from sushi makers to mando-

lins. In these areas there are also exhibitors from several county agencies. What I love are the spiels created by the vendors. Some of them

are true artists. The fair means Carnival rides for many people. There are even ways to save

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Breakfast Bruschetta 2 (1/2-inch) slices sourdough bread, cut in half 1 T olive oil 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped rosemary Sea salt and freshly ground pepper 2 teaspoons white distilled vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 large eggs 4 thin slices prosciutto or crispy bacon Warm Mustard Vinaigrette

I usually do cook all our favorites at the lake on this so called final weekend of the summer. This weekend I did heat up the smoker and put together all our favorite side dishes, but I discovered a new recipe that was the hit of all my efforts. I love to have the time to cook breakfast on the weekend and I truly believe if served late enough must be called brunch and anyone wanting lunch will be navigating the kitchen on his or her own while I am reading in my chair on the dock. Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Lightly brush each bread slice with olive oil, and sprinkle rosemary, salt, and pepper. Toast lightly on each side. Cover toast with foil to keep warm. P oa ch eg gs u nt il whites are set and yolk has a translucent film over it. Put a slice of bruschetta on each plate and top with a slice of prosciutto and then the egg placed gently. Drizzle 2 T of vin-

aigrette over the top and serve. Warm Mustard Vinaigrette

You should make this in advance to make everything simple. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat and add shallot. Stir constantly until tender. Add vinegar and reduce slightly. Remove from heat and slowly whisk in mustard and cream until blended. Stir in tarragon, and season with salt and pepper. This recipe is only for 4 so adjust for your family. This is an easy but so impressive brunch fare. Next we are back to the work week and I have planned ahead by cooking plenty for leftovers, and I hope they last until Friday at least. Friday night football games can serve your family a super concession stand fix of hotdogs, nachos, and popcorn. I will have vegetables on the menu to recover from junk food heaven. Tailgating on Saturday may not be a good place to fill that

Warm Mustard Vinaigrette 1 T extra-virgin olive oil 1 shallot minced 3 T sherry vinegar 2 teaspoons whole grain mustard 2 T whipping cream 2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon Salt and pepper to taste Source: Cottage Living March 2005

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AtoZDining 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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La Petite France Bakery Not just cakes and desserts but a plethora of choices not even 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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Thummer is the pig-mascot for the Los Angeles County Fair. When it comes to the H1N1 or “swine” flu, which should be cautious: people or the pigs?

vaccine, now expected to be available in mid-October, should be administered to pregnant women, those who live with or care for children younger than six months, those between the ages of six months and 24 years, and others who may suffer chronic disorders. Guidelines to county school administrators issued by Dr. Fielding notes that “to date, illness from pandemic H1N1 flu has been mostly mild; the vast majority of cases have gotten better without the need to see a doctor or receive special treatment.” Reporting information is provided to all schools along with hints

in keeping school children healthy. Dr. Fielding specifically states that masks are not helpful and may be harmful. The county department of health, the report says, “does not recommend masks for public use to prevent getting the flu.” Fielding explains that ma sks have never been proven to prevent flu…and because people tend to rub their face with the use of a mask, it might actually contribute to infection. Horton, in his “Dear Concerned Californian” letter, reminds us that the fall flu season is approaching. “This year, we know it will be different,” he writes.

In anticipating perhaps a widespread outbreak, Horton advises the public to plan for illnesses and to be prepared with supplies. He recommends that alternative plans for health-care a nd day- ca re should be considered and the possibility of school closures. At the same time, his message addresses the need for basic preventative steps such as frequent hand-washing, covering sneezes and keeping the ill away from public funct ions. “Indiv idua ls must stay home when they are sick and take care not to spread their illness in the workplace, school, or community,” Horton says. The Los Angeles County Fair plans to continue its traditional Barnyard Racers Pig Races and Pig Patio among its 17 events held in its various animal exhibits which includes Thummer’s Entertainment Barn. Responding to an NPR story that reported closure of some of the pig pens at county fairs around the nation due to a concern that the pigs might contract swine flu from humans, a spokeswoman at the fair assured that staff will be working with the animals everyday and generally keeping an eye on things to be sure that the animals remain healthy. The public’s health and safety also receives a high priority in L A County Fair’s planning, she said. “We have always had hand-washing stations at the animal exhibits and encourage everyone to wash their hands both before and after handling any of the animals,” she said. “This year we have also added handwashing stations throughout the fairgrounds, typically around food services. These stations have been provided by Pomona Valley Hospital.”

The National Public Radio stor y, which also appeared in the New York Times, quoted Dr. John Clifford, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s chief veterinarian as saying the risk to animals may increase in the coming months. “We would a nt icipate t hat if wee see the emergence of this [the flu] again this fall, which is being anticipated, that you’re increasing the likelihood that we’re going to find it in pigs.” The H1N1 flu is now in its 33rd week. To date, 35 deaths due to what is termed novel H1N1 has been reported in Los Angeles County, according to an Influenza Watch report issued on Aug. 31. The report said that the week of July 12 to July 18 saw the peak number of admissions to ICU or resulted in death, but points out that many of these incidents, both admissions for care and where death resulted, were complicated by other more serious illnesses not connected to flu. Statewide, the California Influenza Surveillance Project reported 128 deaths from people who were tested positive for the H1N1 so far in 2009, although those who died may have suffered add it iona l hea lt h prob lems. Los Angeles County reported 154 incidences in which patients have been hospitalized and found to test positive for the H1N1 virus. There have been 20 deaths in the county in the reporting period, April 3 through August 25. Other type of flu, referred to as “regular” flu, remains at low levels throughout Southern California. Regular flu vaccine is now available and the pandemic H1N1 flu vaccine may be available in Los Angeles County by mid-October.

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I went from the estate of a world-famous cowboy philosopher, to the gardens of a world-famous spiritual oasis in one afternoon. I discovered Will Rogers State Historic Park, and the Lake Shrine Self Realization Fellowship. My getaway began with a Sunday morning drive along the coast through Santa Monica. When I got near Malibu, I turned up Sunset Blvd and into the beautiful city of Pacific Palisades. From here I followed the road as it meandered through a charming downtown, into the Santa Monica Mountains and to the entrance of California’s oldest state historic park. Covering 18 6 acres, Will Rogers State Historic Park was once the home of America’s first celebrity cowboy. The property was built for Rogers and his family in 1928. It was a place where Rogers could get away from the public eye and pursue his favorite pastimes of riding horses and roping. The grounds feature a 31-room ranch house, a polo field, horse stables and ranch buildings, all set within a rural mountain setting. There are also hiking and biking

trails, picnic tables and clean restrooms. On weekends between April and October the park hosts polo matches. Guided tours of t he ranch house are offered Thursday through Sunday. The interior of the house is the same as it was when Rog-

was the most popular and highest paid actor in Hollywood in the 1930s. From a trick roping act in vaudeville, he rose to world-wide fame as a columnist, philosopher, radio personality, and movie star. After touring the park,

ers lived there. It is a museum of old west items. There are Native American rugs and baskets, cowboy pictures on the walls, cowboy statues on the mantle, saddles stacked in a line, and a porch swing hanging in the middle of the living room. During the tour a docent tells the story of Rogers, who

I drove a couple miles down Sunset Blvd to the Lake Shrine Self-Realization Fellowship. Set on 10 lush acres, Lake Shrine is a tranquil retreat founded by Paramahansa Yogananda in 1950 as a place to meditate and celebrate all religions. It is kind of hidden off the high-

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way, so when I entered I was quite surprised to find such a magical place. The sanctuary is highlighted by a natural springfed lake, teeming with koi f ish, t ur t les, swa ns a nd ducks, and is surrounded by gardens and a variety of flora and fauna. On one side of the lake is an authentic Dutch windmill converted into a chapel, and on the other is the Mahatma Gandhi World Peace Memorial, where a portion of Gandhi’s ashes are enshrined. The shrine also features a museum and a gift shop, as well as the Court of Religions, where the five principal religions of the world are represented. Will Rogers SHP is located at 1501 Will Rogers Park Road, Pacific Palisades, 90272. Vehicle admission is $12. For more info call (310) 454-8212. The Lake Shrine Self-Realization Fellowship is located at 17190 Sunset Blvd, Pacific Palisades. Open daily. For more info visit: www.lakeshrine.org or call (310) 454-4114

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NASA’s Spitzer Space Telescope Has Imaged A Wild Creature Of The Dark — A Coiled Galaxy With An Eye-Like Object At Its Center and eventually enter a more dormant state like our Milky Way black hole.” The ring around the black hole is bursting with new star formation. An inflow of material toward the central bar of the galaxy is causing the ring to light up with new stars. “The ring itself is a fascinating object worthy of study because it is forming stars at a very high rate,” said Kartik Sheth, an astronomer at NASA’s Spitzer Science Cen-

ter. Sheth and Helou are part of a team that made the observations. In the Spitzer image, infrared light with shorter wavelengths is blue, while longerwavelength light is red. The galaxy’s red spiral arms and the swirling spokes seen between the arms show dust heated by newborn stars. Older populations of stars scattered through the galaxy are blue. The fuzzy blue dot to the left, which appears to fit snuggly be-

tween the arms, is a companion galaxy. “The companion galaxy that looks as if it’s playing peek-a-boo through the larger galaxy could have plunged through, poking a hole,” said Helou. “But we don’t know this for sure. It could also just happen to be aligned with a gap in the arms.” Other dots in the picture are either nearby stars in our galaxy, or distant galaxies. This image was taken

during Spitzer’s “cold mission,” which lasted more than fiveand-a-half years. The telescope ran out of coolant needed to chill its infrared instruments on May 15, 2009. Two of its infrared channels will still work perfectly during the new “warm mission,” which is expected to begin in a week or so, once the observatory has been recalibrated and warms to its new temperature of around 30 Kelvin (about minus 406 degrees Fahrenheit).

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Marke was thrown from the gondola and the rope wrapped around Rebecca. She was kept in the gondola. He fell to this death. According the Lovell the investigation is continuing and should conclude shortly.

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When Your Soul Is In Fire With ravaged hearts, we mourn brave heros, and imagine the innocents . . . thousands of creatures with nowhere to go, but up in flames.

Perhaps our souls are burning along with the forest as we experience the 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

shock, sadness, anger, fear and confusion of watching the mountains, once rich with life, turn desolate moonscape. In a stupor of smoke, we watch homes evaporate, and wonder if ours might be next. With ravaged hearts, we mourn brave heros, and

imagine the innocents . . . thousands of creatures with nowhere to go, but up in flames. When I was young, I used to take my Golden Retriever up Santa Anita to Chantry Flats. From there we’d wind our way down to First Water, then

Hermit Falls to spend lazy afternoons jumping into the frigid pool and thawing on granite by turns. Other times I’d hike up to Sturtevant Falls and let the mist moisten my face as well as my sandwich. In 1994, we formally joined the historic canyon community above Sierra Madre known as the Big Santa Anita Canyon. We bought a cabin when the oldest of our four children was barely out of diapers. We spent hours upon hours in front of the fireplace, mesmerized by the flames, roasting marshmallows, happy to be warm in the middle of winter. By candle and lamp oil, the children played with wooden blocks and formed clay wonders as we read “The Lo-

rax” and “The Pokey Little Puppy” for the 89th time. Over the years, it’s been one of those places where we can step out of time. Without TV, XBOX, cell phones or internet, we’re free to experience the pure joy of being together, and the simple pleasures of slow and thoughtful food preparation, chopping wood, talking, laughing and telling stories. And we can travel from our city life to our ‘real’ life in under an hour. Door to door is usually about 45 minutes, which has been an unparalleled gift to us over the years. Rural, peaceful, turn-of-the-century living within minutes of the madness. Our small little space is a regenerative refuge by

itself, but we’ve also grown to love, adore and belong to the crazy, eccentric, generous and loving community of cabin owners. The canyon has a life of its own, but it’s definitely become increasingly rich and colorful as we’ve built relationships and shared experiences with our friends up there. If you’ve lived in this area for any length of time, it’s likely you’ve taken the opportunity to experience the beauty of the canyon first hand. Perhaps you’ve noticed how your cares unwind with each step you take down the road from Chantry to Roberts Camp, where you’ll decide whether to explore Winter Creek, or continue on to the Falls and beyond.

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1304 Santa Anita Make us an offer and you might be living in this 3bdrm 1.75 bth California Contemporary surrounded by excellent Arcadia Schools and city services. Single level, excellent floor plan, cozy living room w/FP, dual family/dining room w/wet bar, galley style kitchen w/ built – in appliances. Shaded patio, BBQ area, grass covered back yard, RV area and 2 car garage. (S1304)

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CITY NEWS

SEPTEMBER 10 - SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

Name Change Considered for Robinson Park

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Breeders’ Cup Management to Pitch In for Event Security Costs department. The 50 percent charge to the management aims to recover some of the costs for this year. The event as a whole is expected to cost less due to the association’s reduced planning needs this year, the city reports. The proposal came about when reviewing the event’s cost last year and this year’s financial situation, Gioia said. Some concerns were raised at the August 18 meeting about the timing of the ordinance and the direct financial benefit to the city for having the event. It was also noted that one of the managing associations is a big supporter of the Arcadia police department’s mounted enforcement. However, city officials said the fee was necessary to avoid having taxpayers pay for the public safety services. “It is a little late in the process and perhaps we should have done it earlier, but it’s something that needed to be done,” said Councilmember Robert Harbicht. “We, like all other cities, are looking at a tight budget.” According to Gioia, the police department did a survey of how other cities manage their services, such as in Pasadena’s Rose Bowl, the Del Mar Race Track in San Diego and the fairgrounds in Pomona. City officials report that it is common for venues to pay at least a part of the costs. There have been no major security issues at the Breeders’ Cup in the past, both city and race track officials report. “We attribute that fact to the proactive law enforcement stance we taken,” Gioia said.

According to Pete Siberell, Director of Community Service & Special Projects for Santa Anita Park, the fees are reasonable. “We understand the city has had to bear the expense and we feel it’s fair to split the cost between the (event management) and the city,” he said. The races are hosted in varying locations so different parts of the country can see it, Siberell said. This is the fifth year that the Breeders’ Cup has come to Arcadia since 1982, and the first time the event has taken place in the same city for two consecutive years. “ We’ve ha d a ver y smooth experience in Arcadia,” he said. “Last year was considered the best Breeders’ Cup ever by the track staff and Breeders’ Cup staff.” The association hopes to get around the same number of attendees as last year, Siberell said. Harbicht, who motioned to pass the ordinance, said he would like to see the races come back to the city in the future. “I think Arcadia should be very pleased Breeders’ Cup is coming here,” Harbicht said. “The race track in general has been a very good partner with the city.” Though the races will be held in Kentucky next year, Siberell speculates they may return to Arcadia again in four to five years. At the meeting, the City Council agreed with the city manager’s suggestion to establish a policy at a future meeting that would require full or partial reimbursement to the City for future events, according to city minutes.

Governor Schwarzenegger tours a neighborhood damaged by the Station fire. From left to right: U.S. Congressman Adam Schiff (D-CA), Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, Angeles National Forest Supervisor Jody Noiron, California Emergency Management Agency Acting Secretary Matthew Bettenhausen and California Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner. Following the tour, the Governor received a briefing on the status of firefighting efforts statewide and held a media availability.

Robinson Park in Pasadena is undergoing renovation and could have its name changed to Jackie Robinson Park. The Pasadena Recreation and Parks Commission is seeking public input on the proposed name change at its meeting Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 6:30 p.m. at the park’s center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. The change was recommended by the Northwest Commission and the Fair Oaks Avenue Project Area Committee. The Pasadena City Council may vote on the proposal as early as mid-October. Renovation of the 9¼-acre park is scheduled for completion in December and will include two baseball fields, a football field with soccer overlay, bleachers, two batting cages and bullpen areas, picnic tables, and storage for sports equipment and maintenance. Plans also include a parking lot, restrooms, concession buildings and energy-efficient lighting for the sports fields. In 2002 Pasadena City Council approved an updated Robinson Park Master Plan to improve the layout and security. Expansion of the park was made possible when the former Highland Plastics Company warehouse was demolished.

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City of Duarte to Honor 8th Anniversary of 9-11 A tree dedication and memorial flower ceremony remembering September 11th, “Honor Among Ashes – A Memorial Tribute to the victims of 9-11,” will be held Friday, Sept. 11 at 8:30 a.m. in the City of Duarte on the grounds of Beardslee Elementary School

located at 1212 Kelwill Way in Duarte. The public is invited to share a time of inspiration and reflection in a ceremony that will include representatives from the City, School, County and State, and members of the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department.

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ZKW Trading Allegedly Violated Hazardous Waste Laws with Hong Kong Exports plan detailing how it will ensure that thousands of pounds of CRTs are managed in an environmentally sound manner,” said Jeff Scott, director of Waste Programs for the EPA’s Pacific Southwest region. “Electronic recyclers, freight forwarders, and shipping brokers must obey federal regulations for exporting electronics or else face possible legal action.” In June 2009, ZKW Trading reportedly consigned 38 pallets of cathode ray tubes – listing the cargo as plastic scrap – for shipment to Hong Kong, where it was rejected by Hong Kong customs authorities. In July, the Bureau of

Customs and Border Protection informed the EPA of the return of ZKW’s shipments back to the United States. ZKW Trading now has 30 days to remove its cargo, and forty-five days to submit a plan to the EPA detailing how it will reuse, recycle, or discard the CRT’s or face fines of up to $37,500 per day of noncompliance for each violation. New regulations took effect in January 2007 requiring exporters shipping CRTs to another country for recycling to notify the EPA and receive written consent from the receiving country before shipments can be made.

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Anxious Residents Attend Meeting with Fire Officials

Antonovich Offers $50,000 Reward for Station Fire Arsonist injuries to at least 10 others. Thousands of lives and property have been threatened and nearly 5,000 firefighting personnel have been on the frontlines fighting the fires, which is now 60% contained and still continues to burn eastward into the San Gabriel Wilderness. Fire officials es-

timate that the blaze will not be completely contained until September 15th. Supervisor Antonovich encourages anyone with information on the individual(s) responsible for the Station Fire to contact the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500. -Photo By Terry Miller

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Santa Anita Taken Off Auction Block auction block as was originally planned. In March, Miller Buckfire, the New York City-based bankruptcy consultants handling the sale issued a press release that included the following statement: Of the decision to seek creditor protection, Magna Enteratinment Chairman and Chief Executive Frank Stronach said: “Simply put, MEC has far too much debt and interest expense. MEC has previously pursued numerous out-of-court restructuring alternatives but has been unable to complete a comprehensive restructuring to date due, in part, to the current economic recession, severe downturn in the U.S. real estate market and global credit crisis.”

Michael Wildish, managing director at Miller Buckfire, was contacted Wednesday afternoon by phone. As of press time, none of the consultants had returned calls to confirm or deny the reports or provide any additional information. This story will be updated at www.arcadiaweekly.com as soon as more information is made available. In 1998 Frank Stronach, 76, paid $126 million for Santa Anita before starting a multimillion dollar renovation of the historic, art deco thoroughbred horse racing facility. The Oak Tree Racing Association has said that the Oak Tree Meet, scheduled to run from September 30 to Nov. 8, and the Breeders Cup on Nov. 6 and 7 will not be affected by any of these developments.

cism from a couple of concerned residents, Incident Commander Mike Dietrich his badge covered in black to honor two firefighters killed in the fight for control of the blaze - pointed out that the weather was a significant factor in the quick spread of this fire. Officials from Sierra Madre, Arcadia, Monrovia and Pasadena were also on hand for the community meeting. “It’s the boots on the ground” Dietrich said referring to entrenched firefighters still working to keep hold the line away from foothill communities like Pasadena, Sierra Madre and Monrovia. According to Dietrich, the general consensus is that fire officials feel confident in the safety of these communities. Trying to allay any fears, the Station Fire Incident Commander said the situation “looks good for residents here in the foothills”.

Putting to rest fears that Sierra Madre was next on the fire’s waiting list, Dietrich said he is confident the 4000-plus firefighters battling this fire would achieve full containment soon. As a result of the Arson ruling, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s department homicide bureau has initiated a full scale homicide investigation, officials said. The Station Fire, named because of its proximity to a nearby USFS Ranger Station has burned over 160,000 acres of land within the Angeles National Forest. As of Wednesday, the fire was around 60% contained, with officials expecting full containment by September 15th. More than 166 buildings have been destroyed and the fire has cause two deaths and at least nine injuries. Currently, the fire is moving into areas of the forest with no recorded fire history.

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ARCADIA SCHOOLS! This well maintained home is located near the top of Santa Anita Avenue and offers a wonderfully open and spacious floor plan. There is a garden atrium with trickling waterfall and Koi pond in the center of the home. It offers 2,995 sq feet with a large family room, 4 bedrooms, (2 master suites) 3 baths, pool, spa, mountain view and a 12,339 sq ft lot. You won’t want to miss this dreamy home!

751 Oak Crest, Sierra Madre $1,098,000 • $3,500 Lease price

Imagine the possibilities! Situated on an acre of land, this famous Sierra Madre glass Pyramid home offers breathtaking, panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains, city lights and valley. The Pyramid features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 3,327 sqft and a large sunk-in fireplace. The Master Suite has a private patio & an Egyptian motif bathroom. A spiral staircase takes you to the 2nd bedroom high within the Pyramid’s peak. There is a Zen garden pond, hot tub under a pergola and a look-out point. The 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest house offers the same views and completes this property. Wouldn’t you like to own such an icon?

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Monrovia Growers to Sponsor Citrus College’s “Taste of Autumn”

Offered at: $1,098,000 Located in the desirable South Pasadena School District as well as one of the most sought after locations of South Pasadena, the Library District, this lovely Craftsman home was built in 1907 and has been recently updated with all the modern conveniences and boasting the latest colors. There is an updated family kitchen, 3 updated baths, the formal dining room is being used as the family room and the attic has been converted to a guest room/play room and has 2 closets, a kitchenette and a bathroom. Additionally, there is a spacious rear yard with play set and a workout room with air conditioning attached to the garage. The home is 2008 +/- sq. feet on a 7092 sq. foot lot and 4 bedrooms. This one won’t last!

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!

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Escape to the serene hills of Sierra Madre to your own, cozy hideaway. This beautifully maintained home exudes an aura of comfort and peacefulness. There are charming, relaxing patios and city light, treetop and mountain views. The new kitchen offers granite counters, stainless steal appliances and cherry wood cabinets. Also includes: a brick fireplace in the living room, French doors, a formal dining room, office/den, 2 bedrooms (one opens to the back patio w/fountain) 1.5 baths and 1,460 square feet. Experience life at a pace that is sure to slow you down what are you waiting for?

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cation in the community.” The event includes a silent auction, an art exhibit and sale, and entertainment provided by the Citrus Singers, Citrus College Jazz Combo and Night Shift. Proceeds from A Taste of Autumn fund scholarships and programs that benefit Citrus College students. If purchased prior to September 28, tickets are $75 per person. After the deadline, the price increases to $80. To reserve your tickets, please call the Citrus College Foundation at (626) 914-8825.

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Azusa, the corporate headquarters is still very much involved and concerned with the opportunity to have affordable quality educational opportunities in the area,” said Sylvia Lopez, human resources support for Monrovia Growers. Lopez said that Citrus College has been an incredible resource for Monrovia Growers. “Our employees have attended classes, utilized the facilities and recruited Citrus graduates,” Lopez said. “Citrus College continues to offer one of the best values for edu-

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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!

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BY RACHEL WHITE Monrovia Growers will once again sponsor the Citrus College Foundation’s annual food and wine tasting event, A Taste of Autumn. The event will take place on Sunday, October 4 from 4 to 8 p.m. on the college’s campus. Monrovia Growers is a national grower of ornamental plants and shrubs that are sold in independent nurseries and garden centers. They have sponsored A Taste of Autumn since its inception 12 years ago. “Although our growing grounds have moved from

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quirky and fun things for any space. In the sale section, they have some really fun wall art, from quirky and interesting paintings, collages, and black and white photography. They also have recycled rice sack products, such as hampers, totes, jewelry boxes, and storage bins. These are great solutions for the environmentally conscious student who wants to hide clutter and keep their room organized and tidy. At PB Teen (Pottery Barn for teenagers), they are having a sale on wall murals that can transform a boring dorm room wall into a tropical paradise or urban landscape with large panels of 6’ x 4’ or 12’ x 8’. Choose from lifelike photos of tropical settings, such as a hammock on the beach, surfboards on the sand, or large pictures of the Eiffel Tower or Big Ben. But be careful which motif you choose – you don’t want them to daydream too much while studying! Good lighting is the key to a productive studying environment, and there are plenty of fun desk lamps and table lamp options at PB Teen. In addition to some fun, bright desk lamps, they also allow

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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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Dorm room décor has changed a lot since I wandered the hallowed halls of matriculation. Back then, it was all we could do to cover up the cinderblock walls with Janes Addiction or Johnny Depp posters (he has staying power, no?). Generally speaking, decorating a dorm room is pretty simple, since much of the furniture is already provided, and there isn t always a lot of room for anything else. Nowadays, there are plenty of ways to inject your student s personality into a bland dorm room with colorful and practical accessories. There are a tremendous amount of stores that offer great products for making a dorm room a comfortable place for both studying and hanging out. Sales abound in both stores and online; below are just a few examples of some fun accessories that will turn your student’s dorm room into a sanctuary for studying. Urban Outfitters is always a fantastic resource to find

you to design your own table lamp; you choose the base and a coordinating lampshade to mix and match. I fell in love with the glass bulb base that exposes a pink chord (you can choose between pink or green) with a pink zebra shade. Too cute. They are also having a sale on wall art and mirrors. For desktop accessories that help your student stay focused and organized, Cost Plus World Market has an organizer with two drawers that sits atop a desk or a shelf. Offered in purple, red or espresso they are sure to add a punch of color. While they look like leather, they are made out of 100% recycled cotton, and are completely sustainable. Save the trees while being orderly. World Market also has a bright suzani-style lampshade that will brighten up any dull dorm room; the best part is that it’s on sale for $8. They are also having a sale on decals (in paisley patterns or medallions) that stick on the wall and infuse a room with Moroccan, French or Asian panache. They also have some very colorful and pretty throw pillows on sale that will turn a dorm room bed into a sitting area for friends who come over to lounge. CB2, Crate and Barrel s younger and hipper sibling, is having a sale on super cheerful Marimekko® bedding. The bright orange and green flowers can really spice up a dorm room, while the throw pillows that are on sale add an extra splash of color. CB2 is also having a sale on open weave basket storage; these are great to use as a catch-all, and they hide clutter very easily.

110 Coburn, Sierra Madre

Offered at $689,500. 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!

291 N. Garfield, Pasadena Offered at $555,000

This charming 1915 California Bungalow features cathedral/exposed beam ceiling and French doors and windows that contribute to the light, bright, and spacious feel of this home. Wonderfully updated kitchen and bathroom plumbing, electrical, CA/heat, and hardwood flooring allow you to move right in. Located just minutes from many Pasadena amenities: Old Town, City Hall, Pasadena Playhouse, Paseo Colorado, Pasadena Library. The home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and a spa. This is a great condo alternative!

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Veteran real estate sales associates Emily Duggan & Julie Muttavangkul 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 month of August. Duggan was first with three transactions in Sierra Madre & Pasadena totaling just under two million dollars. Muttavangkul was second with two transactions in Pasadena & Rosemead with sales totaling just under one million dollars. Their combined sales were just under three million dollars. The announcement was made at the weekly office sales and marketing meeting. A long time resident of Sierra Madre and an agent for over 19 years at Century 21 Village, Emily offers her clients the talents of a smart and savvy realtor who knows the foothill areas thoroughly. For both buyers and sellers, Emily also puts her experience and contacts to work. Contractors, handymen, painters, decorators and landscapers, Emily has all their names and numbers. Currently Muttavangkul is an in investment property owner in the local area and purchased her first property when she was only twenty-three. Julie said that she is enjoying working with buyers in this market since there is so much

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11th Annual Back to School Giveaway Draws 1700 Children in Need to Santa Anita Park BY TERRY MILLER Foothill Unity Center’s annual back to school distribution provided new school supplies and clothing, including uniforms, underwear, as well as shoes and socks, to kindergarten through 12th-graders from area lowincome families. This year’s event served nearly 1700 students, a record for the 11-year event, according to Foothill Unity Center’s director Joan Whitenack. Officials told the Weekly that this year the need was the greatest they’ve ever witnessed. In fact, they saw people who donated last year actually asking for help this year. Nevertheless, despite the struggling economy, private donations and corporate partners ensure that the giveaway is a huge hit each year. T he Cit r us C ol lege cosmetology students once again provided free haircuts and manicures, though surprisingly not everyone was as delighted with the idea of getting a haircut as one might think. Four-year-old Yair Garcia was frightened, perhaps simply by the noise of the hair cutting implements, but his tears and facial expression were quite telling. Meanwhile, Citrus Cosmetology student, Lexxi, asked for advice on how to proceed with the frightened little boy. All was well in the end and Yair’s smile soon returned

once he was out of the line of fire of the dreaded shears and buzzers. Foothill Unity Center provides a range of services across Los Angeles County. In addition to the Back to School event, the not for profit organization distributes

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over three million pounds of food to over 3000 low income families in addition to providing clothing and referrals to people in crisis. For further information on how you can help or donate to this organization: Call (626) 358-3486

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Monrovia Produce Exchange Has Some New Ideas for Feeding Our Community

BY TERRY MILLER This past Saturday, the Monrovia Produce Exchange, a free event which started in June with the mission of bringing homegrown produce growers together to trade with neighbors and community members, held its monthly bartering session at United Methodist Church in Monrovia. The event is open to everyone and is a chance to meet neighbors, make some new friends and head home with fresh produce, herbs and flowers - all with no money being exchanged. The idea of produce exchange is not new. In fact it is centuries old. However, it seems in tougher economic times, small groups of concerned citizens start up the idea again and help spread the news. And with food prices on the rise, this type of casual, low-key event where no cash and only good food and good will are exchanged is a growing trend in communities around the country.

Inspiring people to not only grow their own foods but also share in that bounty. Two young women attending the event, Gioia Pedrini and Annika Stutin, said they “really loved” the idea of the vegetable swap. “I’ve never tried a Cherimoya before, although this one’s obviously a little tart it’s a terrific idea to share produce with neighbors,” Pedrini said while sampling the oval, native-Andean fruit that Mark Twain once called “the most delicious fruit known to men.” Pedrini’s friend Annika concurred as they perused the fruits carefully displayed on the tables, each with a handwritten description. All around, the mellow sounds of acoustic guitars, singers and hand drums accented the produce exchange experience - sights and sounds that took this reporter back to a time in the late Sixties when events like this were not uncommon. The monthly event’s organizers suggest you grow your

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own vegetables and participate in the exchange as often as you can. “Many people have unused land around their home(s) where they could be growing vegetables or herbs,” said Heather Maluso, one of the events organizes. For those with limited space, Maluso recommends using planters or asking a neighbor if you can “borrow” some good earth in which to grow vegetables and herbs. The Exchange will help set up relationships between neighbors who might be willing to do just that. Once you’ve got some homegrown produce of your own, you’re ready to join in on the fun. On the first Saturday of each month, growers from around the area congregate with their goods, laying them out for others to take whilst filling their bags with produce from other growers. Organizers also note that if any participants need help transporting their produce to and from the event, there is always help

available, and urge anyone with special needs to contact them directly. However, organizers said they encourage people to come even if they don’t have anything to exchange. “We quite often have extra fruits and vegetables at the end of the day, so we encourage people to take what they like,” said Maluso. In addition to the produce, organizers have a bulletin board and table where people can sign up for other community and environmental events like cleaning up the local beaches with Surf Riders or other such groups. The Monrovia Produce Exchange takes place on the 1st Saturday of each month from 8 to 11 a.m. in the basement of United Methodist Church, located at 140 East Palm Avenue, Monrovia. For more information, contact Heather at MonroviaTrades@yahoo.com. You can also find their group “The Produce Exchange” on Facebook and Myspace.

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Lawn Bowlers Kick Off New Season with Tournament in the Sun The Santa Anita Bowling Green Club held their first tournament of the 2009-2010 season on the 6th of September. It was a Singles Tournament that was held on a hot, hot day, with temperatures hovering around the triple digit threshold. Nevertheless, eight dedicated bowlers stuck it out for the two games scheduled in the Floy Torvid Memorial Tournament Series. The bowling season runs every year from September through June, and every month during that time there is some type of lawn bowling game or tournament held on the first Thursday of the month. The Santa Anita Bowlers that participated were Steve and Jean Dowd, John Gonzales, Houdini Ho, Jim Miller, Margi Rambo, Shuman Chan, and Marinko Tudor. After the games were over, the winners wiped their brows and had a cold drink as they celebrated either their victories or simply their successful participation on such a hot day in Arcadia. Coming in first was Jim Miller of Pasadena. Houdini Ho of San Ga-

(l-r) The soggy six lawn bowlers after a 100 degree day on the greens for the Floy Torvid Singles Tournament the sixth of September. Left to right: Steve Dowd, Margi Rambo (4th), John Gonzales (3rd), Houdini Ho (2nd), Jim Miller (1st), Jean Dowd and Shuman Chan. - Photo by Marinko Tudor

briel took second place, and third went to John Gonzales or South El Monte. Rounding out the winners’ circle was Margi Rambo of Sierra Madre, placing fourth overall.

More information on future events and participation is available at www. lawnbowling-arcadia.com or by calling Pat Chiechi at (626) 287-8114 or Gene Plunket at (626) 351-5327

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When Your Soul Is In Fire A walk through Nature’s playground is one of the most powerful ways to ground, clear and balance ourselves. Perhaps you’ve had the good fortune to stumble upon Sturtevant Camp where you can pick up the Mt. Wilson Trail, or head over across Newcombs Pass. If you haven’t, and if by some miracle you ever get the chance to again, you must make a trek there. H i st or ic S t u r t ev a nt Camp was established in 1893, and is the only camp from the Great Hiking Era which is still in operation in the San Gabriel Mountains. Surrounded by the largest virgin stand of Big Cone Spruce trees in the United States, Sturtevant’s setting provides the perfect opportunity to experience the local wilderness. You’ll be absolutely enchanted by Chris and Joan Kasten, the gentle onsite caretakers. Sturtevant (www.sturtevantcamp.org) is an oasis of generosity where thirst is quenched, the lost are found, and the curious are met with polite helpfulness. Chris . . . he’s the most egoless man I’ve ever met.

He’s a unique, Woodstocky blend of Stephen Hawkings, Mr. Rogers and Jesus. And perhaps you’ve refreshed yourself with an ice cold beer at Adam’s Pack Station after a long, hot assent up the hill, while your kids squeal with delight at the goats, chickens and mules (that are still used as pack animals serving cabin owners up and down the canyon). By the time this is published, we’ll know if the part of our Collective Soul known as the Big Santa Anita Canyon will remain a haven for local residents and cabin owners . . . or not. As of this writing, we are forced to prepare to surrender to forces beyond our control . . . to surrender our way of life for a very, very long time. It’s humbling. We’ll pray and give thanks for assistance both earthly and otherwise. But perhaps while dead brush accumulated over decades goes up in walls of furious flame, we can invite a fire of renewal to burn away the tired baggage we’ve been dragging along in our souls over the years. What is it time to let go

of? Are we ready to forgive ourselves and each other? Are we ready to receive a renewed sense of gratitude for life and each day that we’re given to live it? Paul Bowles, near the end of his life said, “We get to think of life as an inexhaustible well, yet everything happens only a certain number of times, and a very small number, really. How many more times will you remember a certain afternoon of your childhood, some afternoon that’s so deeply a part of your being that you can’t even conceive of your life without it? Perhaps four or five times more, perhaps not even that. How many more times will you watch the full moon rise? Perhaps twenty.” When we get older, or when we experience events like the Station fire, life takes on a special poignancy precisely because we realize that time is limited. We realize just how fragile life can be. It becomes more important than ever to spend time with the people we love . . . to create and savor simple, precious moments.

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Monday, August 24: Around 1:39 p.m., a victim came to the station to report a fraud. An unknown suspect had acquired his checking account information by unknown means and made an unauthorized $329 purchase at Gamestop located at the Westfield Mall on August 21. Units responded to El Pollo Loco, 9974 East Las Tunas, around 6:39 p.m. in reference to a theft that occurred between 3:00 p.m. and 4:02 p.m. A female Hispanic suspect, 5’0”, took an employee’s purse that was stored behind the counter. The suspect then used the victim’s debit card to purchase gasoline.

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Wednesday, August 26: Units responded to the Sprint store located at Westfield Mall around 2:34 p.m. in reference to a man attempting to purchase cellular phones with fraudulent account information. A 22-year-old Hispanic tried to buy 16 Blackberry phones and accessories by using a business account, and he had provided the proper account information and password. The store employee was still suspicious and contacted the business owner who advised that no one was authorized to purchase any additional phones. Officers apprehended the suspect, and he was taken into custody for commercial burglary, identity theft, and outstanding misdemeanor warrants totaling $70,000. Around 5:39 p.m., officers followed a vehicle that was a reported stolen out of Los

Angeles. The car turned into the Denny’s parking lot, 7 East Huntington, and a high risk traffic stop was conducted. An 18-year-old female Hispanic driver and a 30-year-old male Hispanic passenger were arrested, and a vehicle search revealed drug paraphernalia and baggies of white crystalline substance resembling methamphetamine.

Thursday, August 27: At 12:21 a.m., units responded to the Wireless Champs kiosk located at Westfield Mall in reference to a commercial burglary. Unknown suspect had removed locks to the display cases and stole 31 cellular phones. A review of the surveillance video showed that at 9:15 p.m., a male Caucasian, 5’9” to 6’2”, 210 pounds, ducked behind the display cases with a box and then left a short time later. Officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Rancho around 7:50 a.m. in regards to an identity theft report. An unknown male suspect opened a joint account by also using the victim’s personal information. He then transferred a large amount of cash from one of her accounts into the fraudulent joint account and tried to withdraw money from two different bank locations in Idaho. Fortunately, his transactions were denied.

Friday, August 28: Shortly after 6:00 a.m., units were called to Extended Stay, 401 East Santa Clara, regarding a male suspect refusing to leave the location. A 35-year-old Hispanic was contacted and he appeared to be under the influence of a controlled substance. A record check revealed that he had two outstanding warrants, so he was taken into custody. During the booking search, he admitted to hiding methamphetamine on his person. Between 12:30 p.m. and 2:10 p.m., a residential burglary occurred in the 1500 block of South Baldwin. Unknown suspect(s) entered the home via an unlocked front door. The suspect(s) then ransacked rooms and stole jewelry.

Saturday, August 29: Five auto burglaries occurred between 9:30 p.m. on August 28 and 7:34 a.m. on August 29, at 24-Hour Fitness, 125 North First. Unknown suspect(s) smashed car windows and removed property. Around 7:29 p.m., a traffic stop was made in the 600 block of South First for equipment violations. An 18-year-old male Asian driver was contacted, and officers located a container filled with Ecstasy tablets. He was arrested for sale/manufacture of a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance for sale.

MONROVIA Delaying and Resisting a Peace Officer / Subject Arrested On August 29 at 9:45 a.m., an officer stopped a vehicle at Shamrock, south of Huntington, for a vehicle code violation. As the officer was writing a citation, the female driver exited her vehicle and refused to return to the vehicle upon the officer’s commands. The officer requested assistance and an additional officer arrived. The female driver continually refused to return to her vehicle and became combative with the officers as they attempted to detain her. One of the officers was injured in the struggle. The woman was arrested and taken into custody.

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Burglary On September 1 at 8:53 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 400 block of North Magnolia regarding the report of a burglary. On their arrival, the female victim reported she had been home for several hours, but had just noticed her bedroom had been ransacked and jewelry was stolen. It appears the victim left the attached laundry room window unlocked. The suspects removed the screen and gained entry through the window. Investigation continuing.

Hit and Run Traffic Collision / Possession of a Controlled Substance On September 2 at 1:36 a.m., officers responded to an unknown injury traffic collision in the area of Foothill and Mayflower. A vehicle traveling west on Foothill sideswiped a vehicle and then struck another parked vehicle. The driver fled the scene on foot before officers arrived. The officer searched the interior of the vehicle and found a baggie of methamphetamine and narcotics paraphernalia. Investigation continuing.

Injury Traffic Collision / Unlicensed Driver On September 2 at 12:06 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 900 block of West Huntington regarding an injury traffic collision. A vehicle that had exited the eastbound 210 Freeway off-ramp lost control and sideswiped another vehicle. The vehicle continued south into a hotel parking lot and sheered off two fire hydrants before coming to rest on top of a parked vehicle. The driver sustained minor injuries from the collision and was taken to the hospital. Further investigation revealed the driver who caused the collision was unlicensed. Investigation continuing.

Burglary / Suspect Arrested On September 2 at 7:28 p.m., loss prevention at a business in the 700 block of East Huntington called to report a subject entered the store, had taken merchandise, and left the store without paying. They reported this same suspect has stolen merchandise from the business on two previous occasions. The suspect entered a vehicle that fled through the parking lot and onto Shamrock. Officers arrived and stopped the vehicle in the 800 block of Royal Oaks. The suspect was arrested and the stolen property was recovered.

Grand Theft Auto On September 3 at 12:25 a.m., officers responded to the report of a stolen vehicle in the 900 block of West Duarte. The victim had parked his truck in front of a store and went inside. As he was exiting the store, he saw his truck being driven out the driveway. The victim had left the key in the ignition of his truck. Investigation continuing.

SIERRA MADRE Sunday, August 23rd: 1:06 AM -Vandalism, 400 block North Baldwin Ave. The driver of white or silver car was seen slowing as it passed the victim’s

parked Honda. The victim heard a bang as a rock hit his car. The rock caused a 1” scratch and small dent to the driver’s side door. No damage estimate was available. 9:30 AM -Grand Theft, 200 block Grove Street. A black 12-speed tandem bicycle with red lettering was stolen. The bike was momentarily left unsecured on the sidewalk near the rear driveway entrance of the victim’s home. The crime occurred Sunday, between 9:30 am and 9:45 am. The loss was estimated at $750.00. 11:05 PM -Arrest, Battery, 00 block East Laurel Ave. A man was reported striking his grandmother several times in the face. The man reportedly struck an elderly female in the mouth and nose area several times. The victim was treated at the scene and transported to the Hospital by Sierra Madre Fire Department Paramedics.

Monday, August 24th: 11:20 AM -Commercial Burglary, 695 West Sierra Madre Blvd. Methodist Church. A fire extinguisher and an exit sign was stolen from the church. The crime occurred between 4:30 pm Thursday, 8/20 and 9:30 am Monday, 8/24. The estimated loss was not available. 11:25 PM -Arrest, Parolee at Large, Colorado Blvd and Michillinda Ave. A motorist was stopped for a traffic violation. A records check revealed the driver was a parolee at large with an outstanding arrest warrant. The driver was arrested and transported to LA County Jail for remand.

Wednesday, August 26th: 2:07 AM -Arrest, DUI Arrest, 100 block Ramona Ave. A motorist was stopped for a vehicle code r violation. During the investigation the motorist was determined to be driving under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested and transported to the Pasadena Jail for remand.

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Thursday, August 27th : 10:59 AM -Arrest, 2000 block North Santa Anita Ave. A motorist was stopped for a traffic violation. A records check revealed the driver’s license was suspended/revoked. The driver was cited for the violation and released on a written promise to appear.

Friday, August 28th: 1: 14 PM -Theft from Vehicle, 100 block East Highland Ave. The registration and insurance was stolen from an unlocked parked car. The crime occurred between 12:00 pm Thursday, 8/27 and 4:00 pm

Saturday, August 29th: 4:19 AM -Arrest, Public Intoxication, 200 block Mariposa Ave. Officer observed a man lying in a car. Further investigation revealed the subject was drunk and he was arrested. The man was arrested and transported to the Pasadena Jail for remand. 12:17 PM -Arrest, Santa Anita and East Grandview Ave. A motorist was stopped for a traffic violation. A records check revealed the driver’s license was suspended/revoked. The driver was issued a citation for the traffic violation and released on a written promise to appear.

Axel, an adorable, seven year old beagle is so much fun! He is friendly, outgoing and gets along well with other dogs. He knows the “sit” command and is eager to please. Come visit with him today! The regular dog adoption fee is $120, which includes medical care prior to adoption, spaying or neutering, vaccinations, and a follow-up visit with a participating vet. Please call 626-792-7151 and ask for A256795 or come to the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA, 361 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena CA, 91105. Our adoption hours are 11-3 Sunday, 9-4 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, and 9-3 Saturday. Directions and photos of all pets updated hourly may be found at www. pasadenahumane.org

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LEGALS OTHER PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0064277 Title Order No. 09-8-189408 APN No. 5379-036-047 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/05/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by SAU T NGUYEN, A SINGLE WOMAN, dated 06/05/2006 and recorded 06/09/06, as Instrument No. 06 1272349, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 10/01/2009 at 1:00PM, At the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designa-tion, if any of the real property described above is purported to be: 1200 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE 1, ARCADIA, CA, 91007. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid

interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal. You will work directly with clients to provide solutions for their advertising needs and to help design advertising campaigns that will best showcase the client’s products and services. Additionally, candidates balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $322,773.75. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the Notice of Trustee’s Sale duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office. DATED: 08/16/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281 8219 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.64387 9/10, 9/17, 9/24/2009

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Mark Dickson Will be Missed by Whole Community BY SUSAN MOTANDER Mark Dickson died suddenly last week in South Lake Tahoe. He was on his honeymoon. He and his new bride Rebecca had married on August 1 of this year. He died on August 31. The tall, gangly, helpful person that was Mark will be missed here in Monrovia where he was raised as well as in Glendora where he has had a business for several years. He and Rebecca were planning to move to the Lake Tahoe area soon. In Monrovia his love of history, especially that of the Second World War, lead to his involvement with the Old Cats, the Monrovia Arcadia Duarte High School g raduates of the war years. He was virtually an honorary member of the group regularly attending their Tuesday morning breakfasts. In Glendora he was active in the Rotary Club where he was the sergeant at arms. Sarah Flores, the current president of t he Glendora Club said that Mark was the sort of person who didn’t need to be asked to do something. “He would look around, see something that needed to be done and just quietly did it. He will be missed.” I remember that during high school he worked at the gas station my grandmother always used and she spoke highly of “that tall young man who is so helpful.” I think those are the things that one remembers most about him, his height and his willingness to help others. Steve Knight, for whom he worked in those years, wrote of Mark that he “first worked for me at my service station when he was in high school back in the mid-1970s. He and I wired the shop with stereo equipment so we could turn up the volume of the jazz greats - Miles, Maynard, Art and

many others. Mark’s love for his family, friends, music, cars and football were legendary. We all grieve for him.” I knew Mark in high school. He was a few years behind me in school and also involved in the German Club. He and Mrs. Campbell our German teacher had recently begun an email correspondence and she said that she just couldn’t believe that Mark was gone. I think that is the general reaction of everyone. I t hink a nyone who knew Mark will be grieving for him now, most especially his wife Rebecca. He and Becca were childhood sweethearts who had recently rekindled their love in the last few years. When I last spoke with him a few days before their wedding, Becca and the wedding was all he talked about. Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Dewey and Marjorie Dickson and his godfather, Patrick McKee. He is survived by his wife Rebecca and

her family, by his beloved sons, Patrick and Bryan, his sister Linda Newman and her family, his Uncle Dave McKibben, Cousin

Charmaine Taylor and Godmother Jane McKee. S er v ice s were held yesterday, September 9 at Douglas and Zook

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SAFYMCA and Volunteers Help Send Kids Back to School in Style and with Tools for Success A portion of the program was also devoted to honoring 32 students who graduated from the SAFYMCA’s eightweek Core summer program. The Core is geared to the enrichment and development of leadership and academic skills designed to help kids build a strong foundation to succeed in school. Students Luis Simuta, Pedro Simuta, Prevenique White, Selena Garcia, Savana Ayala, and Freddy Aguilar received academic achievement awards for their outstanding character and interaction in the

Core program that included classes in English and Math, devotion, fitness, Homework Helpers (tutoring), community beautification projects, and field trips. The SAFYMCA offers The Core program yearround, among its many community outreach efforts. The program is free. For more information about The Core program and other programs and services of the SAFYMCA, call (626) 359-9244, or visit the website at www.safymca.org.

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We came across this letter published in the Pasadena Independent in 1958, written by a Sierra Madre activist named Terry Mackenzie, who also happens to be the mother-inlaw of Beacon Media photojournalist Terry Miller. In reading the letter, we thought it appropriate to reprint it now, a full 51 years after its original publication when our country is still wielding its “Big Stick” both at home, in the Middle East, and elsewhere around the world.

No Big Stick To those who applaud the “Big Stick”, I would submit that the display and use of force are the methods of barbarians. This includes Russia as well as ourselves. In answer to the usual reply that “civilized” societies have used force for centuries, I am inclined to agree with Albert Schweitzer that we are “civilized” barbarians. True civilization will be based on rational ethics which practices, rather than preaches, Christianity. To the man who sees, in all creation, his Creator [and] who feels a deep bond with all humanity, force is unthinkable. Try to reconcile our action in the Mideast with the precepts in the Sermon on the Mount. Then continue to assert “We are a Christian Nation” That is truly an exercise in “double-think.” Terry Mackenzie, Sierra Madre N.B. - Big Stick Ideology, Big Stick Diplomacy, or Big Stick Policy, is a form of hegemony and was the slogan describing U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt’s corollary to

the Monroe Doctrine. The term originated from the phrase “Speak softly and carry a big stick”. The idea of negotiating peacefully, simultaneously threatening with the “big stick”, or the military, ties in heavily with the idea of Realpolitik, which implies an amoral pursuit of political power that resembles Machiavellian ideals. Roosevelt first used the phrase in a speech at the Minnesota State Fair on September 2, 1901, twelve days before the assassination of President William McKinley, which subsequently thrust him into the Presidency. Roosevelt

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referred to the phrase earlier (January 26, 1900) in a letter to Henry L. Sprague of the Union League Club, mentioning his liking of the phrase in a bout of happiness after forcing New York’s Republican committee to pull support away from a corrupt financial adviser. The term comes from a West African proverb, and, at the time, was evidence of Roosevelt’s prolific reading habits. Roosevelt described his style of foreign policy as “the exercise of intelligent forethought and of decisive action sufficiently far in advance of any likely crisis.”

SEPTEMBER 10 - SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

The Doozies

By Tom Gammill

DeFlocked

By Jeff Corriveau

This Week in History

2001: U.S. Suffers Four Simultaneous Attacks In 2001, the world watched its TV screens in disbelief as four commercial airliners were simultaneously hijacked in U.S. airspace. Two were flown directly into the upper stories of the World Trade Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Twin Towers in New York, causing their sudden collapse. A third was flown into the Pentagon in Washington, the nerve center of the U.S. military. The fourth was brought down before reaching its presumed target, the White House or Congress. Over 3,000 people died in these incidents.