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SIGNS OF CHANGE Language at Issue in Arcadia’s Heated City Council Race
Thursday, March 18 - March 24, 2010 Volume XV, No. XII
AHS Gov Team Seeks Donations By Susan Motander In February the Arcadia High School Constitution Team won the California State competition. This qualifies them to compete in the National Finals in Washington D.C. In order to attend the class needs to raise at least $50,000 for all 30 members to attend.
This event, “We the People” is sponsored by Center for Civic Education, under the direction of the United States Department of Education. The competition challenges the students on their knowledge of the Constitution, how the government was founded and
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Anti-War Vigil Held Outside Schiff ’s Pasadena Office
By Sameea Kamal
Rober t a Med ford and a handful of other opponents of war funding in the United States held a peaceful vigil with signs outside the Senior Center
in Pasadena Wednesday a f t er noon a s k i ng for “ Hea lt hc a re not Wa r fare”.
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Fourth Annual Norooz Event is Biggest Ever
Many businesses in Arcadia have both Chinese and English descriptions in their signage. - Photo by Terry Miller
According to Sheng Cha ng, for mer mayor, councilman, and president of the Arcadia Chine s e A s s oc i a t ion , t he Asian community in Arcadia does not want to see the city turn into another Chinatown.
“We still want to be a community of homes,” said Dr Chang, who has lived in Arcadia for over 31 years. “When I first moved to A rcad ia t here were around 50 Chinese families. Now, we have prob-
ably t housa nds more ethnic Chinese communities,” he said. “The first impact is t hat Chinese business is also growing a lot. Because you have the population, you have the business too.” Dr. Chang said the
increa se in populat ion includes a percentage that may not be familiar with English. “Because I have led the city for six years, I know what the situation is
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Dr. Richard Nelson Fry, an American scholar of Iranian and Central Asian studies (right), is pictured with his son and daughter along with the keynote speaker, Dr. Jennifer Rose from Columbia. - Photo by Terry Miller
By Terry Miller H.Res.267, the Norooz Resolution, was unanimously approved January 27, 2010 by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. For the first time ever,
Congress is now poised to officially recognize Norooz and the rich cultural traditions of Iranian Americans. Pasadena also has now officially recognized Norooz
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From Sluggish to Springing By Dorothy Denne The day started in a reasonably normal fashion, t hough later t ha n usual. Tired from a late me e t i n g t he p r e v iou s night, I had overslept a bit. Getting up late always manages to throw my whole day out of sync. T hough my body was in slow gear, I managed to get most of my early morning activities done by late morning. I made it to the Arboretum and took my walk, followed by lunch instead of breakfast. W hile eat ing my lu nch, I had been ob serving a gentleman sitt i ng at a not her t able with his grandchildren. T here wa s a beaut i f u l little girl I would jusge to be three to four years old and her darling little brot her, probably t wo or so.
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March 23rd is National Puppy Day. It is a day to celebrate with your canine companion. A time to let your dogs run, jump, romp, sniff, bark and drool. Yes, it is a time to give treats. Meat s, cheese or even Frosty Paws with peanut butter flavor to show your love. As a dog lover and former owner I believe I am well qualified to tell this story. In my days of owning dogs they didn’t wear fashion clothes, expensive jewelry and have their nails done week ly. “DOGS” were “DOGS” and they were dog size!! They slept and ate outdoors. Their diet consisted of the leftovers from the dinner table and a large bone from the butcher shop. Today, many dogs are a fashion statement, much like those owned by New York, Park Avenue residents. Joggers often carry them in a backpack, belly pouch or a purse carrier. Dogg y coat s, hat s a nd jewelry are common wearing apparel for their pets.
They chatted quietly with each other and with G r a ndpa a s t hey a t e. They were ever so well behaved. Grandpa asked his grandson if he wanted some more sandwich and the tiny child replied politely, “No, thank you.” I was impressed. Then he told Grandpa he was ready to go home. His sister quickly reminded him that they were going to ride t he t ram f irst. He ag reed that was okay. They both cooperated with Grandpa a s he wa shed t he cat sup from their up-turned faces and out-stretched fingers. T he t h ree of t hem were packing their belongings into their totebags, readying for their tram ride. As I passed by on my own departure, I said to Grandpa, “I'm sure I don't have to tell you, you have a couple of beautiful and well-behaved grandchildren.” Now dogs train their owners. Our street seldom had joggers or dog walkers, but not today. Every morning, noon and evening they have their owners trained to visit the nicely manicured lawns in the neighborhood. The vacant lot next door and the nearby telephone pole are never visited. Instead dogs pull their masters to visit my mailbox post, I suppose they think that it is a doggy bank as they generally make a deposit, but never make a withdrawal. Not long ago my wife asked me if we should get a dog since we are now both retired. My reply was quick... hey, now that our kids and our kid’s kids are no longer needing us, it is time to enjoy the freedom of coming and going whenever we want to. My strong negative response fell upon deaf ears. I was totally unaware that our neighbor was insisting that my wife needed a puppy companion as it would bring to her more joy and longer life. One day, my wife returned home after a busy sale- chasing event and was unusually quiet. This was not her usual manner of exclaiming how much she had saved me during her shopping spree. I put
He beamed and replied, “Why, thank you.” The little girl smiled and added another “Thank you.” Not to be outdone, a nd fol low i ng t he t er rific role models, little brother added yet another “Thank you.” As I walked away, behind my back, I heard one of the small voices say, “Who was that girl, Grandpa?” My day was made. Hearing myself called a girl turned my rather sluggish step into as near a spring as I can get.
it down as her being tired and continued watching a TV sports event. It wasn’t long before I heard a small whimper but I couldn’t locate its origin. Now, who would think she had a puppy dog still residing in her new pink purse that was crying out for attention? Her plan was to let the creepy little rat tug at my heartstrings with those whimpering sounds, knowing that I couldn’t say no! Well, shortly after giving this pooch a home, her purchases of hats, fashion apparel, jewelry and a doggy bed for the dog were nonstop. But these “necessary” expenditures, as she called them were only the beginning. Now they both go to the beauty shop together, have their nails done, she brushes it’s teeth twice a
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March 18 - March 24, 2010
AHS Gov Team Anti-War Vigil Held at Schiff ’s Pasadena Office Seeks Donations
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Continued from the First Page The diminutive group of individuals faced a primarily supportive audience du r i ng t hei r one hour protest, though one passer-by said he’s support s war. W hen Medford asked him which war he supported, he said “I support all our wars.” For t he most pa r t , t he lu nc ht i me mo t o r ists honked their horns in support of the small but unwavering group as they stood across from Adam Schiff’s Pasadena
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office. Accord i ng to t he event’s organizers, their Foothills Peace Coalition Brown Bag Lunch Vigil will continue to be held every third Wednesday of the month. A cursory gla nce at t he ca lenda r shows that the next Vigil will be held on April 21 outside the senior center in Pasadena. For more information on how you can get involved in the g roup c ont a c t : rober tamedford@ucla.edu
has evolved. This is done through a simulated Congressional hearing. Only one team from each state is allowed to enter the National Competition and so this students’ achievement in winning the state competition is a major one. Tax deductible contributions can be sent to Arcadia High School, 180 Campus Dr, Arcadia, 91007 attn.: Kevin Fox. Checks should be made out to Arcadia High School (AHS) Constitution Team
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- Reduce Traffic Congestion Revamping our street lights is crucial. Diverting trucks from smaller streets and having large trucks take alternative routes would lessen the need to repave roads and allow for concision in travel.
The State of California—and the City of Arcadia—are running at a fiscal loss. We are spending more than we earn, and must create a Finance Commission of citizens to serve as a watchdog for city finances, monitor city spending, and help see where improvements can be made.
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Arcadia’s assets are incomparable. We are a diamond in LA County. We must stand firm against uncontrolled growth.
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Our police and fire fighters do a superb job. Nonetheless, crime remains a problem in Arcadia, and they need our support. We can begin by restarting our Neighborhood Watch Programs.
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My name is Paul Cheng, the only candidate to have worked as a Deputy City Attorney, Prosecutor, and Mediator. Strong leadership and consensusbuilding are vital to our city. As one who loves Arcadia, I believe it is time to return to those core values that have made this a remarkable place to live, work, and raise a family. Below are five (5) issues that I believe we must focus on.
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Irish Ghosts Prove All Too Real in Sierra Madre Playhouse’s “Da” By Fran Syverson We all have ghost s from our past that occasionally sneak up on us, often at unexpected moments. But there are other moments when we’re not too surprised that we find them haunting us. Thus it is with Charlie. He’s returned to his home town in Ireland, called there by his adoptive father’s death and funeral. With his mother already gone some several years, Charlie must close up the house, and close out his “Da’s” affairs, if there are any. Charlie’s been out of touch by choice, off to London and success. Yes, he left it all behind. Then why is it, that it’s all coming back to him so clearly as he empties drawers, tossing worthless papers into the potbellied kitchen stove? W hy is Da suddenly there in their modest home, seemingly objecting to Charlie’s every move? Because Da is a ghost, that’s why! Nor is he the only ghost of yore with whom Charlie must deal. His mom, his first boss, the buddy of his youth— even himself as that youth. They’re all there as Charlie (and we) rummage into their collective pasts. As voyeurs, we peek in on the family and watch as secrets, emotions, and yearnings long laid aside begin to unfold. Handsome Rees Pugh plays the returning Charlie, now fortyish, with great aplomb. As his younger counterpart, TJ Marchbank resembles Charlie enough in looks and actions to convince us that he’s the real McCoy. We’re fascinated watching the two Charlies joust verbally as they explore what “might have been” had the young man made other decisions in his early life. Amelia White as Charlie’s mother—hair knotted atop her head, homespun red apron about her waist— evokes the image of the long-suffering wife barely tolerating her marriage. Little respect has she for a husband who was content to remain a gardener all his life. And she lets it show. Ah-h-h! but one day she returns from an outing with higher class folks, and Ms. White evokes a differ-
ent image just as clearly. Here the mother becomes the classy lady, able to cling to a shred of dignity because other people have paid some attention to her. Which of course doesn’t sit well with Da. Alternately blustery or downtrodden, the befuddled father, perhaps given to a tad too
words that Charlie re-ponders when Drumm’s ghost appears. Mrs. Prynne, in a cameo scene, is virtually a caricature as Da’s longtime, very upper-class employer. Karen Kahler plays it to the hilt and pulls it off as she offers Da her version of the golden handshake.
As voyeurs, we peek in on the family and watch as secrets, emotions, and yearnings begin to unfold. much tippling, is well portrayed by David Doty. Another ghostly visitor is Charlie’s old pal Olive (Austin Grehan) who is full of impish devilment as they revisit their younger days. To his credit, however, he tries to keep Charlie from making fumbling advances to the luscious “Yellow Peril.” She, according to rumor, is the town’s luscious-but-loose young woman. Lila Dupree is charming in her role as the innocent-looking vamp. John Harnagel appears a s D r u m m , prov id i ng Charlie’s first encounter with the uncompromising working world. He harrumphs his way through words of worldly wisdom…
“Da,” written by Hugh Leonard, is a gem of a tale about the struggle of parents and children to both get along with each other and to break the bonds apart. Most of us will recognize at least bits of our own struggles with family ties, so “Da” brings us many thought-provoking moments. Lest we become too introspective, however, the play is laced with humor. There’s an hilarious moment as they spat over the spelling of Maguire, McGuire, or MacGuire! “Da” is Bill Mesnik’s directorial debut at the Playhouse. He describes this 1978 Tony Awardwinning drama as one of “coming to grips with
where we came from,” thus a story to which we all can relate. David Calhoun, ofttime master carpenter for Playhouse sets, has outdone himself as scenic artist and set and lighting designer, with special effects that must be seen to be appreciated. Helping Calhoun with set construct ion were R ick Taylor, Karen Young, and Ward Callaway. Taylor also is assistant lighting designer and light operator. Anna Marie Atwan’s at tent ion to proper t ies brings us realistic details: a coal bucket by the stove and tongs to lift them, a broom, an easy chair draped ca relessly w it h an old spread, outdoor benches, a teakettle. Lois Tedrow’s costumes, complete with argyle socks and sweaters, evoke the ‘60s era in this small Irish town. Calaway is producer; Ba r r y Schwa m, sou nd designer; and Steve Shaw and Mike Dessin, sound operators. Estelle Campbell and Dessin share stage manager duties. Credit John Johnson and Calaway with program design. Donald Songster and Johnson did the production photography, and Kate VanDevender created the poster art. Philip Sokoloff is publicist. What better season than around St. Patrick’s Day could there be to see “Da”? Should you miss it this week, however, it does continue at the Sierra Madre Playhouse weekends through April 17. Curtain time is 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2:30 p.m. for Sunday matinees. Admission is $20 general, $17 for seniors (65+) and students (13-17), and $12 for children 12 and under. The Sierra Madre Playhouse is located at 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. City lots offer free parking. Pre- or post-theater dining at local restaurants on Baldwin Avenue and Sierra Madre Boulevard can enhance your theater-going experience. For ticket reservations or more information, phone (626) 355-4318, or visit the website, www.sierramadreplayhouse.org, for online ticketing. For group reservations, call (626) 836-2125.
March 18 - March 24, 2010
Over 350 Celebrate Iraninan New Year in Pasadena Continued from the First Page
Peter Amundson knows it’s your money! l Opposes utility tax increase l Opposes pension spiking pay raises “Peter deserves another term for his courageous stance against the giving away of taxpayer funds to spike pensions for employees.”
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Dancers perform for the Norooz celebrations last week in Pasadena. - Photo by Terry Miller
and declared March 20 Norooz Day in Pasadena. Mayor Bogaard gave Dr. Nazee Rofagha a framed copy of said proclamation last Thursday. Congressman Mike Honda (D-CA) introduced the Norooz Resolution last spring, stating “Norooz embodies the principle that each individual’s thinking, speaking, and conduct should always be virtuous. It promotes compassion for our fellow human beings irrespective of ethnicity or religion.” When the news broke that Congress was considering moving forward with the Norooz Resolution, NIAC members immediately responded, sending out nearly 1,000 letters in just 5 days and spurring the Committee to take up and pass the resolution. With the Norooz Resolution closer than ever to passing Congress, the Iranian American community may have a new achievement to celebrate as they begin the New Year. Locally, the colorful history of Iran was celebrated at the annual celebration of Norooz March 11 this year at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in Pasadena. Put on each year by local chiropractor Dr. Nazee Rofagha, Norooz celebration featured a great selection of traditional dancing, customary foods and lectures from Dr. Jennifer Rose from Columbia University, who is a Historian with a particular interest in Ancient Iranian Zoroastrianism. Zoroastrianism, the first monotheistic religion, is based on the teachings and philosophies of Zoroaster. Since the Muslim conquest of Persia, Zoroastrianism has become increasingly marginalized, and by the 9th century Iran had become predominantly Islamic. Today, Zoroastrianism has its stronghold in India, but Zoroastrianism still survives in Iran proper, where Zoroastrians are now a constitutionally-protected minority. There is also a strong Zoroastrian diaspora, the largest groups of which are in North America and in the countries of the British Commonwealth. Traditional Iranian music was provided by the Mehr Ensemble and dances were be performed by Djanbazian Dance Company. The Publisher of the Beacon Media newspapers, Von Raees said he really appreciated the efforts of all involved, particularly Dr. Nazee Rofagha who implemented the idea originally. Raees went on to say that his company will be a proud sponsor for next year’s annual celebrations.
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At the 2007 Miss Teen USA pageant, South Carolina's Caitlin Upton was asked why she thought recent polls indicated that 20% of Americans couldnt located their own country on a map. She responded: “I personally believe that U.S. Americans are unable to do so because, uh, some people out there in our nation don't have maps and, uh, I believe that our, uh, education like such as in South Africa and, uh, the Iraq, everywhere like such as, and, I believe that they should, our education over here in the U.S. should help the U.S., uh, or, uh, should help South Africa and should help the Iraq and the Asian countries, so we will be able to build up our future, for our children”
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March 18 - March 24, 2010
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MTA as many as 20 teachers will be cut (the district is predicting only 16 lay offs), larger class sizes in Kindergarten through third grade, shortening he school year by four days, and other possible cut backs. According to MTA president Anne Battle, the teachers are hoping to get support from throughout the community in this time of fiscal shortfalls.
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By Bill Peters The Easter story as a tale of human drama is filled with mystery, intrigue, power and the supernatural, enough to attract the attention and interest of anyone regardless of their beliefs. When Johann Sebastian Bach presented this story with a likely premier of his lengthy and difficult work “St. Matthew Passion� around 1727, some think that the piece as dramatic liturgy shook the Lutheran and civil power structure by its non-churchy take to the extent that it was removed from “approved� music only to be returned by Felix Mendelssohn in 1829 to be recognized, as it is today, as the greatest work of Western music ever written. A performance by the Los Angeles Master Chorale, led by its Music Director Grant Gershon, Musica Angelica Baroque Orchestra, Martin Haselbock, its Music Director, the Los Angeles Children’s Chorus prepared by Artistic Director Anne Tomlinson, and soloists from the ranks of the Chorale kept the high reputation of Bach’s music; and reminds us that the story, while deeply Christian in nature, is a story for all people and all times. The “Passion� as the story is called, recounts the story of Christ’s last days starting in this telling with the celebration of the Passover Supper, his arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane, his trial, and his death on the cross. Conductor Gershon selected as a performance date last Sunday, March 7 putting the re-telling of the story based on a combination of text created by German writer Christian Henrici (known by the nom-de-plume Picander), words from the Book of Matthew, and chorales and hymns previously presented at Bach’s Leipzig, Germany church, just three weeks ahead of the “Passion� celebration which this year begins with Palm Sunday on March 28 and ending with Easter on April 4. In this presentation before a crowded Walt Disney Concert Hall, Gershon went full-tilt with the original score’s call for double orchestra, double chorus and a children’s choir and 19 vocal soloists. The effect, made even more dramatic by the wonderful English supertitles by David Gordon, was a brilliant evening of music that
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in terms of city staff ability to handle these kinds of la ng uage problems, so that’s something that the city may need to deal with,” he said. According to members of the business community, one issue in Arcadia is that businesses don’t adhere to the strict guidelines and permitting processes that the city already has in place. Each of t he ca nd idates were asked what their thoughts were on sign issues in Arcadia, whether they were aware of any other similar issues and how they would promote unity among the different groups in the city. Candidate Jason Lee said there is a consensus that there should be at least one Asian candidate elected who would serve as a bridge between the mainstream society and the Asian community to report to the council. “I t hink any Asian candidate that is going to be elected must represent
member - whoever that person is.” C a nd id a t e R ob e r t Harbicht said that there is a lot more involvement on the part of the Asian community in Arcadia in organizations like the Parent Teacher Association. He said he has not heard of a ny concer ns about disunity amongst Arcadia residents. “Since I took office for the first time 24 years ago I have seen tremendous strides in CaucasianChinese relationships,” he said. “I have grown to know many of the Chinese community personally and have worked with them on any number of projects and issues. We now have at least a dozen Chinese members of the A rca d ia Rot a r y C lub, where 20 years ago there may have been one or two.” Harbicht also said he doesn’t feel any special efforts need to be made by the government to promote unity in the city. “As people live together, work together and play toget her, t hey come to
know each other and become friends. That's the way it works for everyone, regardless of their ethnicity,” he said. “My grandsons live at my house and our yard and swimming pool of ten look l i ke a United Nations. The kids don't need special efforts to get along, and neither should the adults.” Candidate Sho Tay sa id t hat t hough some people have raised questions over business signs printed in different languages, he doesn’t think there are any major problems in Arcadia with regards to race relations. “There are a few [sign issues] generally speaking, but most people abide by the law,” Tay said. Tay said he has been involved in many organizations and served as a bridge between the Chinese community and the city, and that it is important for everyone to get involved in city activities. Candidate Paul Cheng said that there are some issues that do pertain to the Asian community such as signs in other
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sure it’s well integrated,” Segal said. Segal said events that are put on by various entities in the city should be advertised to all communities. “We can’t continue to segregate ourselves in communication,” he said. “We can’t continue to communicate in one language to one group of people and another language to another group. We need to find a way to make our communication available, readable and open to everyone.” Segal also said that in his own personal experience, he does not feel there is any active force trying to segregate the community. “I think that the people who volunteer and who participate in the activities our community just want to be involved, and I think we encourage that,” he said. “There are always people who don’t want to be involved and that’s just their lifestyle; maybe they work and don’t have the time.” “Arcadia has built an incredible city and all who live there and call it our home benefit by the diversified culture,” he added. “I encourage and I’ve always encouraged that diversified culture.” The Municipal Election will be held on April 13, 2010. There are a total of six candidates vying for three seats on the Arcadia City Council.
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Emerging Voices – New Choir for Boy Vocalists with Changing Voices Shines at Debut Performance in San Marino
(L-r) Emerging Voices Conductor Steven Kronauer, Emerging Voices Task Force members Mary Blodgett and Antoinette Adams, and Fred Cohen. Antoinette and Fred hosted the event at their San Marino home.
(L-r) Greg Annick and Emerging Voices Task Force member Nancy Annick (Pasadena) with Cheryl Scheidemantle, and LACC Chair David Scheidemantle (Pasadena).
Los Angeles Children’s Chorus celebrated the debut performance of its newest choir, Emerging Voices, which is the first choir in the San Gabriel Valley and one of only a few in the country to serve boy vocalists with changing voices, at a special concert and fund-raiser on February 19, at the home of Antoinette Adams and Frederic Cohen in San Marino. Guests enjoyed a short concert by the choir, conducted by Steven Komauer, featuring four works specially selected to fit within the range of the choir members’ fluctuating vocal ranges. Several choir members also gave personal comments about how important it is for them to be able to participate in a choir of this caliber after their voice changes and they could no longer sing in the children’s choir. A lavish array of gourmet hors d’oeuvres, desserts and spirits added to the
festivities. Proceeds from the event, which was open to the public, benefit the Emerging Voices Program. Current members of Emerging Voices are Christopher Adams-Cohen (San Marino), Joseph Beech (Los Angeles), Thor Blough (Pasadena), Isaac Calvin (San Marino), Brandon Cheung (La Canada), Arthur Nguyen Diep (San Marino), Jameson Evans (La Canada), Justin Filbrich (Manhattan Beach), Ian Ford (Arcadia), Andrew Huerta (Sherman Oaks), Peter Kuizner (Marina del Rey), Eric Lifland (Pasadena), Benjamin Liu (Pasadena), Daniel O’Brien (Van Nuys), Benno Ressa (Van Nuys), Gregory Sliskovich (Los Angeles), Paul Supanich (North Hollywood), Nico Walsh (Toluca Lake), Joshua Williams (Hawthorne), and Marquis Williams (La Canada).
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Assistance League president (l-r) Karen Conrad with chair of the event, Nydia Beamer, at their annual membership meeting and luncheon February 23rd at their clubhouse followed by a fashion show by Margie’s of San Marino, outstanding gowns and casual wear, were featured.
It will be “April in Paris,” says Sierra Madre Civic Club as they invite you to attend their annual luncheon and Chinese Auction on Saturday, April 10, 11:30 a.m. This will be held at La Salle High School Auditorium, corner of W. Sierra Madre Boulevard and Michillinda Avenue. Co-chairs, Carol Cerrina and Linda Wochnick, and their committee offer an afternoon of fun as they carry out the theme of a springtime Paris, and will say “Bon Appetit” as those attending savor a tempting array of luncheon salads. Taking center stage that day will be the auction with auctioneer extraordinaire Anita Thompson, returning once again as she keeps the
Sierra Madre Civic Club co-chairs of “April in Paris” luncheon, Linda Wochnick and Carol Cerrina, flank club president, Amy Putman (center).
action moving at a fat pace, with much humor as she offers up a hundred quality items for lucky winners. In addition, a silent auction will
be featured with very special prizes and a $200 give away on a beautiful chapeau designed by Sheila Woehler. Tickets are $20 each and
available by calling Jane Zamanzadeh at (626) 355-2166. Proceeds from the always sold out event go to support club charities.
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Karen Crisci, owner of Magnolia Boutique and commentator, with Will Kelso, emcee, at PEO Chapter GG, Valentine Tea and Fashion Show, February 10th, held in the Hospitality Room at Church of the Good Shepherd. Han decorated paper tea pots filled with tea bags and chocolate were given as favors. Fashions were well received.
Sierra Madre Woman’s Club invites you to attend its luncheon and fashion show on Saturday, Mary 27, 11:30 a.m., held at Essick House, the club’s historic clubhouse, 550 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. The club will be “Blossoming into Summer” with fabulous fashions from Magnolia of Arcadia.
Karen Crisci, owner of the popular boutique, will commentate the show with club members modeling fashions. A delicious lunch will be served. Tickets are $25 each. For reservations, call benefit chair Mary Alice Cervera, (626) 294-9016. Proceeds support club charities.
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Bring your lunch, kick back and enjoy listening to the guest speaker on the outdoor patio on March 18, beginning at noon. The museum continues presenting the very popular Brown Bag Lunch Talks, which take place the third Thursday of every month on the museum’s outdoor patio. Dress appropriately according to
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(L-r) Actor Mike Farrell (speaker), President Debbie Andersen, and Lauragene Swenson (Chair, at Panhellenic “Dollars for Scholars” sixth annual luncheon. Farrell meandered down memory lane of MASH and his travels throughout the U.S. on his book tour. The event sold out and was held at Santa Anita Golf Course on March 8th.
The luncheon was held to support efforts of the San Gabriel Valley Alumnae Panhellenic in its scholarship program. The program has provided monetary awards to close to 200 high school senior women who opt to attend a four-year college or university. The award program was started in 1939. La st yea r’s Sa n Gabr iel Va lley Pa nhellenic merit-based scholarship winners, all from local high schools, were awarded $1,000 each. Winners were: Teresa Cilmore and Stephanie Hoffer, Mayfield Senior School; Katie Luhring, Monrovia High School; Andrea Shu Hester, South Pasadena High School, and Kelly Pray, Polytechnic School in Pasadena. Net proceeds from the luncheon will be used to continue the scholarship award program. The event was held in the Sunset Room of Santa Anita Golf Club, 405 S. Santa Anita Ave., Arcadia. Farrell reminisced about the many years on “MASH” and in Hollywood. The “Dollars for Scholars” committee includes Lauragene Swenson of Arcadia, chair; members Rita Lopez of Pasadena, Patricia Beery of Glendora, Jane Lynn of San Marino, Janet Peters of Sierra Madre, Debbie Andersen of Arcadia, who serves as president of the group; Sandy Killian and Beverly Street, both of Arcadia.
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POLICE BLOTTERS Arcadia PD For the period of Sunday, March 7, through Saturday, March 13, the Police Department responded to 843 calls for service of which 136 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of the major incidents handled by the Department during this period. Sunday, March 7: 1. An auto burglary occurred between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at 125 North First. Unknown suspect(s) removed a door lock to enter the vehicle and stole a wallet containing $1,800. The suspect(s) also used the victim’s debit card at two locations to make unauthorized purchases. 2. Shortly before 5:00 p.m., loss prevention personnel from Macy’s advised that they had detained a woman for theft. The suspect entered the store with empty shopping bags in a stroller. She selected clothing items and hid the merchandise in the bags while in a fitting room. A private person’s arrest was made, and a 38-year-old Asian was taken into custody for commercial burglary. Monday, March 8: 3. A battery incident occurred at Duarte and Santa Anita around 12:45 p.m. A 17-year-old male juvenile was walking home when he was attacked by 2 male Asian suspects, both described in be in their 20’s, 5’10” tall, thin build, and with shaved heads. 4. Units responded to the library parking lot, 20 West Duarte, around 6:50 p.m. regarding a brandishing/terrorist threat investigation. The victim advised that he got into an argument with a male Asian suspect, and the suspect produced a knife and threatened the victim with physical injury. Several hours later, the victim contacted police again and indicated that the suspect was following him. Officers later located the suspect’s vehicle at Santa Anita and Longden, and a traffic stop was conducted. A consent search of the vehicle revealed a pair of nunchaku, and the 35-year-old man was taken into custody for exhibiting a deadly weapon, possession of weapon, and making terrorist threats.
Tuesday, March 9: 5. Officers responded to the 2300 block of South Sixth around 10:14 a.m. in reference to a possible child abuse incident. A five-yearold girl claimed that her father had struck her with a belt several times for failure to maintain proper hygiene. The girl had bruises on her buttocks, and the incident was reported to the Department of Children and Family services. 6. Shortly after 1:00 p.m., units were dispatched to the 400 block of East Lemon regarding a grand theft that occurred on March 3. The victim advised that a male Hispanic suspect had stolen two UPS packages from her front porch on March 3 and then removed the security camera by the front door. The security video footage showed that the suspect was driven to the residence in a blue passenger vehicle. Wednesday, March 10: 7. Loss prevention personnel from Nordstrom came to the station around 4:54 p.m. to file a grand theft report. Their investigation showed that a male suspect entered the store on March 8 and stole two leather jackets worth $900 each. 8. Around 10:23 p.m., units responded to the 00 block of East Forest regarding a suspicious vehicle parked at the location. Five occupants were contacted and officers detected the odor of burnt marijuana emitting from the vehicle. A consent search of the vehicle was conducted and an open container of alcohol and 21 ecstasy pills were found. An 18-year-old male Caucasian passenger was cited and later released for possession of an open alcohol container, and an 18-year-old male Caucasian driver was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. Thursday, March 11: 9. Around 1:43 a.m., a driver was seen swerving between lanes of traffic at Colorado and San Rafael. Officers tried to conduct a traffic stop, but the driver failed to yield and a pursuit ensued. The driver sped onto the 210 freeway, then to the 57, and then onto the 10 freeway, where the CHP took over the pursuit. After a 32-mile pursuit, the driver finally exited the freeway in West
Covina and was detained. A 38-year-old female Caucasian was taken into custody for unlicensed driver, evade peace officer with wanton disregard for the safety of others, and speed greater than 100 mph. 10. A witness notified police around 5:15 p.m. that a driver was seen falling out a vehicle and then got back inside the car and sped away. Officers located the vehicle in the 700 block of West Huntington and conducted a traffic stop. An intoxicated 46-year-old male Caucasian driver was arrested for DUI.
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Friday, March 12: 11. Shortly after 5:00 p.m., a 27-year-old female African-American suspect was arrested at Bank of America, 169 East Foothill, for attempting to cash a $2,900 fraudulent check. 12. Officers were dispatched to the 00 block of West Lemon around 8:00 p.m. in reference to a possible elder abuse incident. Investigation revealed that during an argument, the suspect threatened his motherin-law with a knife and then pushed her to the ground. A 35-year-old male Caucasian was arrested at the scene. Saturday, March 13: 13. An injury traffic collision occurred at Holly and Las Tunas around 5:46 p.m. An intoxicated driver struck a curb and veered into oncoming traffic, hitting the victim’s vehicle head-on. A passenger from the victim’s vehicle was transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment, and a 34-year-old female Hispanic driver was arrested for DUI. 14. Around 9:30 p.m., a traffic collision was reported at 180 Campus. An intoxicated 19-year-old male Caucasian driver struck a parked vehicle and was taken into custody for DUI and minor driving under the influence.
Monrovia PD During the last seven day period, the Police Department handled 522 service events, resulting in 124 investigations. Following are the last week's highlighted issues and events:
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POLICE BLOTTERS Death Report On March 5 at 6:28 a.m., officers responded to a call of a woman down and not breathing at a residence in the 300 block of West Lemon. Paramedics responded and attempted rescucitation, with negative results. The woman was pronounced dead. It was determined that the woman was a severe alcoholic and her death is likely related to health problems from alcohol abuse. The Coroner's Office was called. Driving Under the Influence - Suspect Arrested On March 6 at 2:06 a.m., an officer on patrol in the area of Shamrock and Huntington noticed a vehicle swerving on the roadway. He stopped the driver and determined the driver was under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the station for booking. Driving Under the Influence - Suspect Arrested On March 6 at 2:36 a.m., an officer in the area of California and Los Angeles observed a vehicle traveling on the roadway with no headlights. She stopped the driver and determined the driver to be under the influence. The driver was arrested and taken into custody for booking. Felony Vandalism - Suspect Arrested On March 6 at 10:06 a.m., dispatch received a call from a witness following a vandalism suspect in a vehicle. The witness saw the suspect get out of his vehicle at Central and Myrtle, where he wrote graffiti on two traffic signals with a large yellow paint marker. He also tagged a trash dumpster in the 1200 block of South Myrtle and a city power transformer at Primrose and Huntington. Officers responded and detained the suspect. He was positively identified by the witness and arrested for felony vandalism. The suspect was uncooperative and
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denied any gang involvement. The witness will receive Monrovia Police Department's $100 graffiti bounty reward for reporting this incident, which led to the arrest of the suspect. Grand Theft Auto On March 6 at 12:34 p.m., police received the report of a stolen vehicle. An employee of a business in the 1600 block of South Mountain parked and locked his vehicle in the parking lot. He was away from his vehicle for approximately 30 minutes and returned to find it missing. The vehicle taken was a 1994 Honda Accord. Investigation continuing. Burglary - Suspect Arrested On March 7 at 11:12 a.m., an officer responded to a burglary alarm call at an elementary school in the 200 block of Jasmine. As he arrived, a witness reported that the suspect had jumped a fence and fled toward Jasmine. Additional units were requested to search for the suspect. He was detained at Canyon and Foothill. The witness positively identified the suspect. The suspect was wearing a backpack and was in possession of a slidehammer, which was used to gain entry into a classroom. The suspect did not have enough time to take anything. He is currently on parole for burglary. Investigation continuing. Commercial Burglary On March 8 at 7:05 a.m., officers responded to a business in the 1500 block of California regarding a burglary. They arrived and met with the owner, who told the officers he closed up on Sunday and set the alarm. In the morning, he got a call from his gardener, who told him someone had broken into the business. The suspects had cut through a sheet metal bay door and entered the building. Investigation continuing. Outside Agency Warrant - Suspect Arrested
On March 8 at 3:48 p.m., officers observed a male subject who is a known gang member. The subject saw the officers and ran toward a residence in the 200 block of East Olive. One of the officers gave chase and detained the subject around the building. A computer check revealed two outside warrants for his arrest. The officer found a Bowie-type knife near where the subject had been. Azusa Police Department responded on the outstanding warrants and took custody of the suspect. Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer / Possession of a Controlled Substance - Suspect Arrested. On March 9 at 11:41 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 200 block of Fig on a robbery alarm call. Officers arrived and checked the location. They saw clothing on the ground at the rear of the location and a male subject came into view. His belt was undone, pants open, and jacket askew on his body. The officers tried communicating with him, but he did not respond. He continued to ignore instructions and began to pick up a chrome barbell. He became combative with the officers and appeared to be under the influence. One of the officers activated his taser, which had no effect on the suspect. As officers moved in and detained the suspect, they saw he had something in his mouth, which turned out to be a plastic baggie containing what appeared to be rock cocaine. He was arrested and taken to a hospital for treatment. Another baggie of rock cocaine was recovered from the suspect at the hospital. He was eventually cleared for booking and brought to the station. Foothills Special Enforcement Team Outside Agency Search Warrant - Assisting Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) On February 11 at 5 a.m., the Foothills Special Enforcement Team in conjunction with the Drug Enforcement Agency served a search warrant at a residence in the City of El Monte. The search was for narcotics and firearms believed to be at the residence. The residence was secured and the suspect was located. Though the search was not completed at the time of this report, a quantity of narcotics packaged for sales had already been located. This search warrant was part of a larger investigation that is ongoing. Duarte and Monrovia Anti Gang Enforcement (DAMAGE) Task Force / State Parole Operation On March 10 at 6:30 a.m., Los Angeles Sheriff's Deputies, State Parole and Monrovia Police Department personnel conducted a parole compliance check of a residence in the 100 block of South Encinitas. A loaded 9mm pistol, ammunition, a small quantity of methamphetamine and several items of drug paraphernalia were recovered. Two male adults were arrested.
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One male parolee was charged with exfelon with a gun, ex-felon in possession of ammunition, possession of methamphetamine and a parole violation. The other male was charged with possession of an unregistered handgun and possession of drug paraphernalia. At 8:38 a.m., a second parole compliance check was conducted at a residence in the 100 block of Montana on a known gang member. Items with gang graffiti and two different kinds of ammunition were recovered. The parolee was arrested for ex-felon in possession of ammunition and a parole violation. At 10:00 a.m., a third parole compliance check of a known gang member was conducted in the 300 block of East Walnut. A relative stated that the parolee has not lived at the address for two weeks. It is believed he has moved out of state without permission from parole. There is a warrant pending for his arrest.
Sierra Madre PD During the week of Sunday, March 7th, to Saturday March 13th, the Sierra Madre Police Department responded to approximately 321 calls for service. Monday, March 8th: 4:21 PM – Theft from vehicle, 600 block W. Highland Ave. A caller reported a theft in progress after seeing two teenagers taking property from the back of a parked truck. Officers detained two teenage boys and arrested them for theft. Police took the minors to the Sierra Madre Police Department, booked them for petty theft, and released them to their parents on a written promise to appear in court. One minor was from Sierra Madre; the other was from Pasadena. Thursday, March 11th: 13:03 PM – Residential Burglary, 300 block Olive Tree lane. Construction tools were stolen from a home under renovation. The crime occurred between 7:00 pm Wednesday, 3/10/2010 and 12:50 pm Thursday, 3/11/2010. The tools were taken from various rooms throughout the home. The front door was unlocked and the rear doors were found ajar. The total loss was estimated at $4400.00. Friday, March 12th: 11:25 AM – Theft from vehicle, 100 block Jameson Court. A Canon camera, two credit cards and a set of keys were stolen from an unlocked car parked in the driveway. The crime occurred between 3:30 pm Thursday, 3/11/2010 and 8:30 am Friday, 3/12/2010. The loss was estimated at $200.00.
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Legal Notices Other Public Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No. 7037.03801 Title Order No. 4323283 MIN No. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/18/04. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in §5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Trustor(s): ARTHUR L HARRIS JR, AND STEPHANIE THORNTON HARRIS, HUSBAND & WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 03/31/04, as Instrument No. 04 0763542, of Official Records of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: 04/09/10 at 1:00 PM Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA The purported property address is: 221-223 WEST LIME STREET, MONROVIA, CA 91016 Assessors Parcel No. 8516-014-019 The total
amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $360,466.79. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid, plus interest. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the beneficiary, the Trustor or the trustee. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or its authorized agent was recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office and reads substantially as follows: The mortgage loan servicer declares that (1) it has obtained a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code § 2923.52 and (2) the timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of California Civil Code § 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to California Civil Code § 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: March 17, 2010 NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC., as Trustee Julian Ojeda, Autho-rized Signatory 505 N. Tustin Avenue, Suite 243, Santa Ana, CA 92705 Sale Info website: www.USA-Foreclosure.com Automated Sales Line: 714-277-4845 Reinstatement and Pay-Off Requests: (866) 387-NWTS THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FEI # 1002.147692 3/18,3/25,4/1/2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1177016-02 APN: 8505-006-014 TRA: 06218 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx9842 REF: Varela, Richard IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED January 20, 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. On April 07, 2010, at 10:00am, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded January 31, 2006, as Inst. No. 060224086 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of
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California, executed by Richard A Varela An Unmarried Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the west side of the los angeles county courthouse, Southeast District, 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 509 S Alta Vista Ave Monrovia CA 91016 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $382,535.10. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in civil code § 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to civil code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. the time frame for giving a notice of
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