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July 7, 2016
LH School district admin to retire By Jay Seidel La Habra Journal
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People from all around the community came out and enjoyed the annual Fourth of July celebration at La Habra High School. This year marks the last time the show will be held at LHHS. A new location for the celebration near the fireworks at LHHS is being discussed.
Heights appoints interim manager By Jay Seidel La Habra Journal
LA HABRA HEIGHTS
With the departure of Shauna Clark as city manager, the La Habra Heights City Council has appointed former La Mirada City Manager Tom Robinson in the interim position. "Tom Robinson has many years in the public sector and we're fortunate to have him as an interim city manager while we continue our search for a permanent replacement," said LHH Mayor Kyle Miller. Robinson retired from La Mirada in 2013 where he had served as city manager for five years. He has roughly 40 years experience working with city governments, most of which was spent with La Mirada. LHH Council members are continuing to interview candidates for the permanent position, and are moving into the second interview
phase. "We'll have Tom for up to six months, however we hope to hire a new city manager prior to that," Miller added. Robinson will start July 8 as Clark will retire on July 7. Clark recommended Robinson for the position. Clark announced her retirement in April after spending nine years as the city manager for the Heights. "We thank Shauna for her time here helping the city and wish her the very best," Miller added. As the interim manager, Robinson will work 30 hours per week and earn about $80 per hour. The contract is for six months of service, but Miller said he was hopeful that the council would be able to hire a permanent city manager in the next few months.
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Interim Manager: Former La Mirada City manager Tom Robinson (picture here with La Mirada city council members at his retirement in 2013) was hired as interim city manager by the La Habra Heights City Council. Robinson's six-month contract starts on July 8.
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After 40 years working in the field of education, Dr. Susan Belenardo announced her retirement last week. The La Habra City School District superintendent will serve her last day on August 5. Belenardo served the last 14 years with La Habra City School District. For the last eight years, she served as the district's superintendent, and prior to that as assistant superintendent for six. Over this time, she has seen some changes. "I am most proud of how far the district has come in creating a 21st Century learning environment for all students," Belenardo said. "This includes the implementation of the Common Core Standards, the 4 C’s – Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, and Critical Thinking, embracing a Growth Mindset, and using technology to support instruction." Belenardo added that the changes and growth in the district would not have been possible without the collaborative efforts of "a great team of administrators, certificated and classified staff members dedicated to the work they do for the children in the La Habra City School District." She also pointed out the support of the past and current board members. While Belenardo is retiring from her position as superintendent, she will continue teaching education administration at University of California, Irvine and volunteering time to Autism Awareness. "I don’t know how to define retirement," she said with a laugh. "I plan on spending more time with my family, and having time for more travel adventures. I am most looking forward to flexibility to do what I want when I want." The district board members will post a job listing and appoint an interim superintendent. A committee will be put together to select a new superintendent. "We will be following procedures," said Board President John Dobson. "We will make sure we do it right." With only four board members, Dobson said that he didn't foresee a new superintendent being hired until after the November elections and the placement of a full board.
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Free lunch for all children ages 18 & younger provided by the Boys & Girls Club. Lunch is served Monday thru Friday from 12-12:45 p.m. at the following locations: Boys & Girls Club, Montwood Park, Descanso Park, Guadalupe Park and Loma Verde Park until August 12.
Thursday, July 7, 2016
Music at the Marketplace, featuring “Retro Soul.” Music begins at 7 p.m. Other activities include a 50/50 raffle, games, contests and arts & crafts. Bring your own chairs for seating. You may bring your own food and beverages, or purchase them from vendors. No alcoholic beverages are permitted. La Habra Marketplace Shopping Center is located at 1801 W. Imperial Hwy. Retro Soul plays pop, rock and oldies.
Friday, July 8, 2016
Fruit Collection! Primarily Hair is collecting canned or packaged fruit, which will be donated to the LH Community Resource Care Center. If you would like to donate now through July 15, the drop off location is at Primarily Hair, 820 E. Whittier Blvd.
Saturday, July 9, 2016
Paw Prints in the Sand is hosting its 2nd annual garage and bake sale from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 570 E. 2nd Street, La Habra. Proceeds will benefit homeless pets, such as rescue, medical care, re-homing, etc. For more information on this non-profit organization, please visit www.pawprintsinthesand.org. La Habra Historical Museum is open on Saturday’s from 12-4 p.m.-215 E. La Habra Blvd. (just North of the library). La Habra Artwalk is this evening from 5-9 p.m. Enjoy hands-on activities, entertainment, art from local artisans, vendors, crafters and more. This free event takes place at the Imperial Promenade, southeast corner of Imperial Hwy and Idaho St. 1040 W. Imperial Hwy. Household Hazardous Waste & Electronic Waste Roundup is today from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Park, 1885 N. Hacienda Blvd., La Habra Heights. Some of the items accepted will be old paint, batteries, computer monitors. For more information call 800-238-0172 or visit www.lacsd.org. The La Habra Library proudly presents a Community Sing Along today from 2-3 p.m. Come on out and celebrate our country’s greatest hits, accompanied by a ukulele. Music sheets will be provided and all ages
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Monday, July 11, 2016
La Habra City Planning Commission Meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. La Habra 300 Bowl has a great night owl special this summer. Monday-Thursday from 6-11 p.m. there is unlimited bowling with shoe rental for only $10.
Tuesday, July 12, 2016
La Habra Library presents Ally's Discovering Science Camp. Children from the ages 6 to 12 years are invited to this hands on Science Camp in the La Habra Library Program Room from 10 a.m. to Noon. Space is limited to 25 children. For more information, please call (562) 694-0078.
Wednesday, July 13, 2016
La Habra Heights presents Concerts in The Park beginning at 6:30 p.m. located at 1885 N. Hacienda Blvd., La Habra Heights. Be sure to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Food is available for purchase, no bbq’s. Tonight's performance will be “Dublin Up.”
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Ribbon cutting: The new exhibit at the La Habra Art Gallery officially opened to the public. The work of Mangyan Artist Mat Relox runs from July 2- August 7. The gallery is located at 215 N Orange St.
Museum seeks volunteers
The La Habra Historical Museum is looking for docents to help share the history of La Habra. The museum is open on Saturdays from 12pm - 4pm and is located at 215 E. La Habra Blvd. Please contact Museum Curator Nicole Panza at (562) 691-0258 or email nicole.lhhm@ gmail.com for more information.
Thursday, July 14, 2016
Music at the Marketplace, featuring “Cold Duck.” Music begins at 7 p.m. Bring your own chairs for seating. You may bring your own food and beverages, or purchase them from vendors. No alcoholic beverages are permitted. La Habra Marketplace Shopping Center is located at 1801 W. Imperial Hwy. The Cold Duck Band plays oldies, rhythm & blues, soul, rock and funk. La Habra Heights City Council Meeting begins at 6 p.m.
Saturday, July 15, 2016
Free Movie in The Park featuring “Minions.” There will be some fun activities and entertainment. Food is available to purchase or you can bring your own. Seating is on the grass so be sure to bring your blankets or lawn chairs. Tonight's presentation takes place at Montwood Park, 231 E. Montwood Ave. from 6-9 p.m. (movie begins at dusk) Brio Park, 300 S. Euclid St.
Monday, July 18, 2016
La Habra City Council Meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Friendship Square Quilt Guild Meeting will be held this evening at 6:45 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 631 N. Euclid St. Guest are welcome! For more information, visit www.fsqg.org.
(L-R) Jason Cecil, Help for Brain Injured Children; Jeff Weber, Brea Olinda High School Life Skills Program;Sandi Bates, Elaine Friesen of La Habra Collaborative; Cesar Pacheco, Carrie Hernandez of Brea Family Resource Center
Soroptimists award scholarships
Museum holds Quartermania
The Children's Museum at La Habra held a Quartermania on June 26th at the Community Center. All proceeds benefited the museum's Autism Family Morning program. Local art was also on display.
Soroptimist International of Brea/ La Habra recently awarded nearly $12,000 in scholarships for head-ofhousehold women furthering their education and high school seniors from Brea and La Habra high schools, plus monetary awards to four community organizations: HBIC, Brea Family Resource Center, Life Skills program at Brea Olinda High School and La Habra Collaborative.
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Did you know... By Nicole Panza La Habra Historical Museum
During World War II, the La Habra Citrus Association, like many other citrus communities in Orange County, turned to imported labor in order to combat labor shortages. The Bracero Program, a contract labor program between the US and Mexico was created in 1942 in order to prevent war time labor shortages in agricultural communities. As a result, Mexican nationals made up much of La Habra’s imported labor during this period. Mexican nationals were not the only workers used to end labor shortages. Many Orange County communities, including Anaheim, Placentia and Fullerton, used Jamaican nationals. These Jamaican workers, while not working in La Habra, were given lodging just south of La Habra in the Imperial camp due to its size and its relative isolation to homes compared to other labor camps in the county. However, some of La Habra’s residents were less than happy at the arrival of 462 Jamaican workers in 1945. According to the June 1 and June 8 issues of the La Habra Star that year, a group of citizens met in order to draft a request to the board of directors of
Citrus Growers, Inc, the organization in charge of imported labor, to take steps to keep the Jamaican workers out of the city, and to remove them from the Imperial camp. No official actions were taken to remove the Jamaican workers from Imperial camp, but a commissary and nightly entertainment were established in order to encourage Jamaican workers to stay in the camp and to keep off of La Habra’s streets for the duration of the Valencia orange season. By November of 1945 all of the Jamaican workers had gone back home. While their presence so close to town caused quite a disturbance for several of La Habra’s residents, the November 23 issue of the La Habra Star reported that most citizens could agree that the Jamaican workers “were a vital factor in harvesting this year’s great citrus crop.” Just another interesting piece of La Habra’s history. Sources: Bracero History Archive; La Habra Star, April 13, 1945; La Habra Star, June 1, 1945; La Habra Star, June 8, 1945; La Habra Star, June 22, 1945; La Habra Star, October 26, 1945; La Habra Star, November 23, 1945.
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It’s that time of year again, summer. The time where the weather is hot and kids are home from school looking for something to do. While I have lived in La Habra for most of my life, something didn’t really dawn on me until this year. There’s not much for today’s kids to do within the city. Don’t get me wrong, there’s a lot for younger kids to do, the Children’s Museum and a variety of parks, most with newly installed equipment. However, one of the things that the city is missing is an escape from the heat. Sure there is the LHHS pool, but what about another fun way for kids to enjoy the outside and stay cool. I’m referring to a splash pad. Neighboring cities have built splash or water areas for children. Fullerton has Lemon Park and the water at its Founder’s Square Plaza. La Mirada went beyond a splash pad and built a water park next to its community center. Even Brea has a little splash area on Birch Street. La Habra? Not so much yet. There are actually discussions within the city about a water area or splash pad at one or more of the parks. The most likely location would be at Portola Park, a park that’s centrally located, and near other resources that families can enjoy. They would also have to look at putting water areas on the edges of the city to make it convenient for all residents. Parks like Oeste and Estelli or Descanso would be good possible locations. This will allow children a place to have fun and cool off. It would also help drive more people to enjoy the parks in the city. However, water areas are a bit pricey. The city would have to look for grants and other financial sources to help fund the water projects. Don’t be surprised if a water area does come into the city that a community-lead project like KaBoom would have residents volunteering with the city to create and build the water areas. No matter how it gets done, I think water areas at some of the parks should be included on the short-term plans. That, along with all the current amenities for children takes care of the younger kids in the city during the summer. Now, what about the tween
and early teens in the city? What is there for them to do in the city? Are you thinking? Did you come up with anything? Aside from “hanging out” and going to the movies or bowling, there’s not too much for them to do. So, many of them are plugging into computers or various electronics. Now, I’m not here to condemn technology. It’s fine, and kids are going to utilize it (as well they should because it will help them develop skills needed in today’s world). But they need alternatives. The absence of anything else to do allows for kids to be bored and thus “plug in.” With the city’s and the La Habra Collaborative’s push for “move more, eat healthy” to combat childhood obesity and make for a more active community, I'm surprised there’s not something for kids to do. Yes, the city offers camps and so does The Boys and Girls Club and they are great (I went to many of these when I was a child). But what about the kids who don't want to go to those events? Wouldn’t it be great if there was some kind of trampoline center in the city? What about something similar to SkyZone in Anaheim or Rockin' Jump in Santa Ana? That would allow an active alternative for kids and help them meet the city and Collaborative’s mission of getting kids moving more. If you’re not familiar with these locations, they are indoor trampoline parks with jumping and activities like dodge ball, volleyball and basketball. They keep kids busy in a fun environment. Yes, La Habra used to have trampolines at the old miniature golf course on Whittier and Harbor and it used to have activities like a roller rink at Roller Madness on Whittier Boulevard near Beach. But those places are long gone and there is nothing for kids to do anymore. Maybe the Collaborative, city administrators and some of our commercial property owners can work together to find a suitable location and work to entice one of these fun centers to locate to La Habra. This would create an active alternative for kids and help them get through the dog days of summer. —The Editor
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Tim Craig Shaw Sr. 1954-2016
Timothy Craig Shaw Sr. was born May 6, 1954 in Lynwood and died June 1 in Whittier. He was the second child born to Bruce and Marianne Shaw. At a young age, his family moved to East Whittier where Tim became an original student at Meadow Green Elementary school on the day the school opened in 1962 where he was a second grader. He eventually graduated from Lowell High School in 1972. After a two year religious mission in Australia, he returned to the United States and attended Brigham Young University. He left the school and returned to finish his degree closer to home at Cal State Fullerton. Tim went on to earn his masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. He and his wife Karen Dahlquist Shaw had five children. Tim was a self-educated computer programmer and the IT person at a company in Santa Fe Springs in the 1980s.
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SHAW Later he had a career as a drug and alcohol abuse counselor for the Orange County Health Care Agency, where he counseled youth offenders. He was active in his church, and enjoyed being with his family. Tim is survived by his mother, three siblings, five children, and nine grandchildren. Services were held June 7 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Whittier. He was buried at Rose Hills Cemetery in Whittier.
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LOCAL NEWS Peter Badames 1947-2016
Loving community man and veteran Peter Badame was born to parents, Nicholas and Angeline Badame, in Chicago, Illinois January 12, 1947. He (the youngest) and his siblings: sisters Phyllis, Catherine and his brother Joseph, spent a few more years growing up in an apartment over their parents Italian Market. Coming from such a large Italian background, he learned the importance of family at a very young age. He strove to instill that love and respect of family in his own children, later in life. The family moved to Compton, California in 1951. Pete's love of music began while hearing his sisters play their records in their room while getting ready for school. While attending Dominguez High School he got his first and perhaps his favorite job at Record City. He remembered fondly having had the benefit of listening to and recommending artists and records. After graduation, Pete joined the Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was sent to Castle Air Force Base in Northern California to serve in maintenance on B52's and later in supply. It was during this time he met his future wife Lorna at a dance on the base. They were married July 29, 1967. In July of 1968 they had their 1st daughter Leslie Ann. After finishing his term in the Air Force, they moved to Garden Grove, in 1970. In 1971 they had their second daughter, Cynthia Lynn. Then, in 1975, they had their third daughter, Catherine Rene. Pete worked as a warehouse manager at nearly all of the Handyman locations in Orange County, until the company began to close all of its locations. Later he and Lorna ran their Subway Sandwich Franchise in La Habra. That is where he became a member of the La Habra Host Lions Club. They eventually moved to La Habra in 1998.
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He was a part of numerous clubs and organizations as well, including: The Orange County Philatelic Society, The American Legion, Forty and Eight, Elks Lodge, Toastmasters, The Walk to Emmeus, Kairos Outside Prison Ministry and T.O.P.S. But, the La Habra Host Lions Club always had his heart. Pete absolutely loved Christmas and always tried to make it very special for his family, every year, no matter how tough times got. Later, transforming himself into the every day "Santa" that many came to know and love. The girl's friends all knew him as and called him "dad." Pete loved to sing, music meant so much to him. You could always hear him singing. Whether to himself, in the church choir, in his car, in the shower or just when anybody said anything to him that reminded him of a song. But he absolutely loved to sing karaoke. He also was known to write lyrics that he mostly kept to himself. Pete's favorite movie was, "It's a Wonderful life." He was once on a radio trivia quiz about the movie. After winning, the DJ told him to get a life. He answered back, "I have one, it's a wonderful life!" Pete is survived by his wife Lorna, sister Cathy, daughters Leslie, Cyndi and Catherine. Plus grandchildren: Anthony Michael, Anthony Ryan, Xander, Trina, Nicholas and Jackie. Also, his new great grandaughter Abigail. He has five nieces a nephew and many more seconds and thirds. "Remember, no man is a failure, who has friends." - Clarence Oddbody in "It's a Wonderful Life".
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COMMUNITY RELIGIOUS SERVICES Bethany Romanian Baptist Church 1431 W. La Habra Blvd. La Habra, CA 90631 (562) 690-3844
Beth Shalom 14564 Hawes Street, Whittier, CA 90604 562-941-8744 Erev Shabbat Services every Friday at 7:30 pm Shabbat Services every Saturday at 9:45. Calvary Chapel 1370 South Euclid Street La Habra (714) 446-6222 Services: Sunday 9 a.m., & 11 a.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. www.cclhabra.org Calvary Chapel Into the Light 217 North Walnut Street La Habra (562) 690-3000 Services: Sunday (English) 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. (Spanish) 10:30 a.m. Casa de Oracion 150 E. 1st Ave. La Habra, CA 90631 (562) 278-4282 Services: Thursday 7 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Church of Christ 1621 West Lambert Road La Habra (562) 697-4115 Services: Sunday Bible Study 9:30, Worship 10:30, Bible Study 5 p.m. The Church of Green Hills 2200 West Imperial Hwy. La Habra (562) 943-7291 Services: Sunday (English) 9 & 10:45 a.m. (Spanish) 9:00 a.m. (Korean) 10:45 a.m. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 2351 E La Habra Blvd. La Habra (562) 691-1212 Community Bible Church 401 E. 1st Ave. La Habra (562) 691-2798 Service: Sunday 11 a.m. Crossroads Community Church 222 N. Euclid La Habra (562) 691-6674 Service: Sunday 10 a.m. Emanuel Lutheran Church 150 N. Palm Street La Habra (562) 691-0656 Service: Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Family Bible Church 123 E. 2nd Ave. La Habra (562) 694-9900 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m., Tuesday 6:30 p.m., Friday 6:30 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. Heights Worship Center International Ministries 2000 West Road La Habra Heights (626) 893-9963 Service: Sunday 8:30-10 a.m. Friday: 7 p.m. Youth worship & Adult Connection Rev. N. Jaren Lapasaran, Jr. - Sr. pastor www.hwcim.org Hillcrest Congregational Church UCC 2000 West Road La Habra Heights, CA 90631 www.hillcrest-church.org Rev. Paul Clay, Senior Pastor Worship service: Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Home of Hillcrest Country Day School Church office - (562) 947-3755 School office – (562) 533-2354
Inglesia Bautista 700 W. La Habra Blvd. La Habra (562) 691-8162 Services: Sunday 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Bible Sudy, prayer service Wed. 7 p.m. Bilingual services Korean Gospel Presbyterian Church 1751 West La Habra Boulevard La Habra (562) 694-6214 Services: Sunday 9 a.m., 11 a.m. La Habra Christian Church 400 Bella Vista Drive La Habra Heights (562) 691-0514 Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m. La Habra Foursquare Mission 324 E. 1st Ave. La Habra (562) 694-2224 Services: Sunday 9 a.m., 11:15 a.m. La Habra Hills Presbyterian 951 N. Idaho Street La Habra (562) 691-3296 Service: Sunday 10 a.m. La Habra United Methodist 631 N. Euclid St. La Habra (562) 691-1797 Service: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Lighthouse Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 550 N. Euclid St. La Habra (562) 697-1364 Service: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Lutheran Church of the Master 1601 West La Habra Blvd. La Habra (562) 697-2884 Service Sunday 9 a.m.
Morningstar Christian Chapel 16241 Leffingwell Road Whittier, CA 90603 (562) 943-0297 Service: Sunday 8:30, 9:45, 11:30 a.m. Sunday Evening 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening 7:00 p.m. Young Adults (18-25): Friday 7:00 p.m. Jack Abeelen Senior Pastor www.morningstarcc.org Mission Presbyterian Church 1901 E. Lambert Rd. Suite 105 La Habra (714) 448-3305 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m., Wednesday 7 p.m.. mid-week study Na Sung 1620 Fullerton Road La Habra Heights (562) 690-7979 Services: Sunday 8 a.m., 11 a.m. New Life Church of La Habra 740 E. Lambert Rd. Unit E La Habra (562) 694-5534 newlifechurchlahabra.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m., 6 p.m.; Our Lady of Guadalupe 900 West La Habra Boulevard La Habra (562) 691-0533 www.olglahabra.org Call or visit for service information Potter’s Christian Fellowship 740 East Lambert Road La Habra (562) 690-7020 Service: Sunday 10 a.m. Redemption Hill Church Sonora High School 401 S. Palm St. La Habra, CA (562) 947-4791 Service: Sunday 10 a.m. www.rhchurches.com
INSPIRATIONAL CORNER
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By Dennis Laherty, the Co-Pastor of Emanuel Lutheran Church, La Habra
I was recently reflecting on the title Inspirational Corner and in particular the word “corner”, one might find that strange with the word “inspirational” conjuring up many ideas of its own. Consider the uses of “corner.” When I was a child I spent time standing in the corner. I was asked by my grandmother to go down to the corner grocery store and buy a quart of milk. When our cat ran out of the house my father and I would try to corner him and bring him back inside. Remember the song from the ‘50s Standing on the Corner? There are those who travel extensively to the four corners of the world. At a baseball game you might see a batter get a double by hitting the ball down in the corner. Most of the uses of the word are not specific, identifiable places. Instead “the corner” is often a vague place in a general direction. This brings me back to the title Inspirational Corner. It’s true that within the La Habra Journal it’s a specific place. I would like to raise the question, if it is inspirational, where does it go from here? It is impossible to know for whom this corner is inspirational. I would like you to consider this; this corner is only inspirational if the reader is not only inspired in some way, but also inspires others. You the reader turn out to be the one who makes it inspirational. So often something is written that can be interpreted in many ways. You could say that interpretation is in the eye of the beholder. So it is with inspiration. This “corner” may cause you to think of something unrelated to what is written here. You have become inspired. At this point, I welcome you to the inspirational corner of life. Rehoboth Reformed Church 501 South Idaho Street #120 La Habra (626) 820-9390 Service: Sunday 10 a.m.
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The Warehouse Foursquare Church 16200 E. Amber Valley Dr. Whittier (562) 690-5109 Services: Sunday 9 a.m., 11 a.m.
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July 7, 2016
City Communicator La Habra Celebrates National Night Out
Itty Bitty Summer Week Itty Bitty Summer Week is a week-long summer program designed just for three and four-year-olds that will meet at the La Habra Community Center Monday-Friday, July 25th29th, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants will start every morning with circle time activities and songs. Daily activities will include arts & crafts, games, outside play, snacks, songs, dance and more! On the last day of camp, parents are invited for a BBQ potluck and special open house presented by the campers. The cost to attend is $65 per child and includes lunch and snacks. Space is limited, so sign up early, by visiting the Community Center at 101 W. La Habra Blvd., or calling 562-383-4200.
Family Overnight at the Children’s Museum Join the La Habra recreation staff for an epic overnight takeover of the Children’s Museum at La Habra, Friday, July 15th, 6:30 p.m. through Saturday, July 16th at 9:30 a.m. Fun family activities will include games, crafts, story telling, a movie and more! Dinner, breakfast and snacks will be served. This activity is open to children ages four through 12 years, with an accompanying parent/adult (18+ years) guardian. The fee is $20 per person, and preregistration is necessary. Limited space is available, so register early in person or by phone at the La Habra Community Center, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m., 101 W. La Habra Blvd., 562-383-4200. You may also contact the Recreation Division at that number for more information.
FREE Movies in the Park The Community Services Department’s 2016 Movies in the Park series continues on Friday evenings, with two screenings each month, June through August. Activities begin at 6:00 p.m., and the movies will screen at dusk (approximately 7:00-8:00 p.m.). Participants can bring their own food and beverages or purchase snacks at the snack bar. Seating is on the grass, so lawn chairs or blankets are a must. The upcoming movie schedule is as follows: � July 15th Minions Montwood Park � July 22nd Inside Out Brio Park � August 12th Despicable Me 2 Oeste Park � August 19th The Incredibles Brio Park All movies are rated PG. For more information, please contact the Community Center at 562-383-4200.
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National Night Out, an annual event designed to strengthen communities by encouraging citizens to engage in stronger relationships with each other and with their local law enforcement partners, will be held on Tuesday, August 2nd, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Portola Park, 351 S. Euclid St., There will be lots to see and do, including Police Department K9 and SWAT displays, crime prevention information, a Fire Department display, FREE admission to the Children’s Museum at La Habra (6:00-8:00 p.m.), an inflatable obstacle course, as well as games and other activities for children. Afterwards, at 8:15 p.m., there will be a free showing of Zootopia in the park. Please bring blankets and chairs to relax on while you watch the movie. Come and help make our community a safer, better place to live and work year round!
First Annual Mother/Son BBQ Slated for August Join us for our first annual Mother/Son BBQ event on Saturday, August 20th, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Oeste Park, 2300 W. Lambert Rd. The event will include lunch, dessert, games and other activities, and is open to boys ages three through 13 years old with an accompanying mom, grandmother, aunt, or adult guardian. Tickets must be purchased in advance, so register early! Register in person at the Community Center, 101 W. La Habra Blvd., MondayFriday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., or by phone at 562-383-4205, or online at www.lahabraca.gov. For more information, please call 562-383-4209.
Cool Off with Swim Lessons & other Aquatic Activities The City’s summer aquatics programs, which is held at the La Habra High School pool, 801 W. Highlander Ave., will offer one more two-week session of swim lessons, July 18th-28th, Monday-Thursday, between 9:00 a.m. and 12: 40 p.m.; the cost is $65. Recreational Open Swim also will continue MondayThursday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Friday night DIVE-IN MOVIES program, where participants can enjoy a family movie while relaxing in and around the pool, will offer two more showings: Happy Feet on July 29th and Finding Nemo on August 26th. Gates open at 6:00 p.m., and the movies begin at dusk. The cost to attend is $5 per person. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Fire Department: Graffiti Hotline: La Habra Shuttle: Library: NOC Youth Center: Personnel Services: Planning Department Police Department: Public Works: Traffic Office : Water & Sewer Billing:
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A dream has been achieved for one La Habra resident. Rich Schiesser completed his first novel and will be at Barnes & Noble Bookstore in Fullerton on July 17 for his book signing. Not a stranger to publishing, Schiesser has written the first and second editions of “IT” (Information Technology) Systems Management, which has been used as a technical handbook, management reference Terry Pam Chris guide, and college textbook, and is in use at over 20 universities worldwide. He is also the co-author of best selling “IT Production Services.” “As gratifying as that was, my dream was to always write a novel, a work of fiction and that is what lead me to ‘Shattered Hearts’,” Schiesser said. His novel, “Shattered Hearts” makes his first venture into the world of fiction and his first official novel. The move to write a novel just seems right for Schiesser. "Once I had the story, I felt the story was something I hoped could be published," he said. "I wanted to share this story with other people." The story follows the lives of three very different Atlanta families whose lives intersect and collide in violent and unexpected ways. One is a middle-class family struggling with the challenges of raising two teen-aged sons who are far apart
in age, temperament and needs. Another is a law enforcement family with surprising conflicts of its own. The third is a family of bikers ruthlessly focused on growing their drug business to teens, no matter the costs. The intertwining of these very diverse lives is an emotional drama with surprise twists that ultimately renews a reader’s faith in the human condition. Photos courtesy Rich Schiesser "It has topical topics, contempo- Local author: La Habra based author Rich Schiesser just completed his first novel, "Shattered Hearts." rary topics, such as, from the our challenges Unparelleled Real Estate Services... Family to You of He will be signing copies of his book July 17 at the Barnes & Noble Bookstore in Fullerton. raising two teenage boys, the tempPam Kennedy (562) 547-4489 tation of drugs, the threat of gangs," challenges he faced, but also finding write a book of fiction? Terry Kennedy (562) 458-7948 Arno, author ofof his Thanksgiving Schiesser explained. "There are a--Mary lot the time to do itAward-winning and having too many Stepping out comfort zone has Chris Kennedy (562) 537-8701 of topics I think a lot of people could words. proved to be a success for Schiesser. relate to today.” "You don’t need that many, you can "I’m really pleased with how it turned While writing the novel Schiesser say it in half, and that makes it more out,” he said. said he faced many challenges and enjoyable for the reader,” he said. For those considering taking the sought help from non-fiction experts. Schiesser, an engineer by trade said first step and writing their own books, He explained that he went to some that he has always been writing or been Schiesser passes along some advice and book festivals and reading festivals. around good writers. happily shares what he learned from He attended clinics on how to write a "I always wrote technical papers and others. book, how to finish a book. I received good reviews,: he explained. “First get it written, then get it right," He explained that they would have He explained that his sound founda- he said. "Don’t worry about it being perall these inspirational slogans and tion in writing was built while he was fect the first time, make it through the sayings. He said that there were two in high school. end, and don’t wait for a bolt of lightning that really stuck with him and helped "I went to a high school that really of inspiration to come to you. Just sit him finish the novel. emphasized English, grammar, and down and roll up your sleeves and put "One of them said, ‘first get it spelling," he said. "It gave me an appre- your fingers to the keyboard, and write written then get it right’,” Schiesser ciation for good writing." about things you know.” explained, “In other words, don’t worHe explained that he then wrote some To learn more about this local author, ry about the first draft being perfect, technical articles that were published log onto his website www.rwsai.com because if you worry about it being and eventually wrote a technical book To meet him in person and get your perfect, you would never finish the that was also published. book signed, Rich Schiesser will be at first draft.” However, writing a novel was always his book signing at Barnes & Noble The second one was, “if you wait on his mind. As a 'technical guy' he Bookstore on Sunday, July 17 from for inspiration, you are not a writer, know that he was able to write a tech- 3 - 6 p.m., and located at1923 W. you are a waiter.” That was one of the nical book. But he wondered, could he Malvern Ave, Fullerton.
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When their shift gets tough, LHPD dispatchers can walk it off By Jaimee Lynn Fletcher Behind The Badge OC
Twelve hours a day in a low-lit room staring at several screens is hard on the body and mind. On a busy shift, La Habra PD dispatchers can go many hours without getting up. “I sat in those chairs for 20 years, and it takes a toll,” said La Habra PD Communications Supervisor Cynthia Gulley. That’s why Gulley proposed finding a way to encourage a healthier lifestyle in the department’s communications department. The department, in May, turned one of the dispatch areas into an active work station with a treadmill employees can walk on and work from at the same time. “I had to do a lot of research before purchasing this and found out other agencies have them too,” she said. “Tustin has one, as well as the (Orange County) Sheriff ’s Department.” “There is absolutely no interruption to service whatsoever.” The dispatchers all use wireless headsets to answer calls and the treadmill maxes out at 2 miles per hour. They can take calls and communicate with officers all while getting a much-needed break from the monotony of sitting in a chair. If a major emergency happens, there is a safety cord that will stop the treadmill should the dispatcher need to jump off, Gulley said.
Communications Operator Mandy Enslow, who started with the department about 18 months ago, said she makes an effort to log four miles every shift she works. “Aside from the walking, getting up and moving around, it feels like a mental break,” she said. “It can be hard to sit and stare at a screen for so long and not move.” In recent years, there have been several studies cautioning sedentary workers about the risks of failing to get up and move around during the work day. Research from the Mayo Clinic links long periods of sitting to a variety of health concerns including obesity, heart disease, metabolic syndrome and high blood sugar. The study also found hitting the gym after a long day of sitting doesn’t fully offset the damage of hours at a desk. It’s imperative, researchers say, to get up and move around throughout the work day. But for dispatchers, that’s not so easy. There is no taking a break to walk around the department when manning the screens, and to make it even more difficult on the body, their shifts run 12 hours, not eight like many other jobs. Having wellness programs in place, such as the walking work station, helps promote staying active and eating better. “If you can get up and move
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Amanda Enslow, communications operator for the La Habra PD, keeps active as she walks on a treadmill while taking calls in the 911 Communications Division dispatch center.
around, you become more conscious of what you’re putting in your body,” Gulley said. “There can be a lot of stress eating with this job, but now we’re making healthier choices.” And dispatchers encounter a lot of stress on the job. From baby not breathing calls to officer pursuits, they are exposed to a level of stress not found in most other desk jobs. “I have been to trainings where they talk about the liver and kidney issues because of the adrenaline spikes we experience,” Gulley said. “Your adrenaline will shoot way up high (on a call) and then drop.
“It wreaks havoc on your body.” Having the treadmill, Gulley said, helps dispatchers better handle the emotional and mental tension they experience. “We can’t leave to relieve stress,” she said. “To be able to get up and release some endorphins is necessary. “For me, that’s the whole point. Dispatchers should be able to get up and do something while they’re working to relieve that stress.” It’s a concept that has been well-received in La Habra PD’s communications operators: The treadmill work station has been used every day since it was introduced.
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Locals rock out in the park to classic tunes at LH annual summer concert series By Leone Rome La Habra Journal
The La Habra Summer Concert Series began its musical lineup on June 23rd with the Mariachi Divas, and most recently on June 30th with DSB: Journey Tribute Band at El Centro – Lions Park. This year the series put on by the La Habra Community Services Recreation Department celebrates its 30th year featuring free concerts for the community in the park, and most recently at the La Habra Marketplace. The department recently changed the series name from Concert In The Park to Summer Concert Series, according to Katie Elmore, the assistant recreation manager for La Habra. Last Thursday, El Centro/Lions park was filled with over 200 eager residents awaiting DSB, who was scheduled to perform at 7 p.m. and rock out to Journey’s greatest hits under the stars. The event also featured food and drinks being sold by the La Habra Police Explorers, Kala Truck, and Peejay’s Italian Ice. The La Habra Recreations Department provided a Kid’s Zone where kids played with hula-hoops and arts and crafts to construct their own stylish glasses. La Habra resident, Julie Rodriguez, attended the event with her friends and was very excited to see DSB perform once more. “Events like these bring out comradery, unity, and we’re having fun out here enjoying the weather and
entertainment,” said Rodriguez. This was the band's first time performing for the summer concert series in La Habra. When their agent contacted them if they would be interested in performing for the La Habra community they agreed immediately. According to the band’s lead vocalist, Juan Del Castillo, outdoor summer concert series are his favorite events to perform for because they get to perform for different communities and hangout with the residents. DSB was formed in January 2009 and has performed at venues like the Grove of Anaheim and The House of Blues Las Vegas. “You can tell that people are used to coming out and hearing live music, and not every city has that. It was a very warm welcome especially for our first time out here,” said Del Castillo. CR & R Environmental Services is the musical series’ main sponsor, and companies including Sprouts, Pizza Rev, La Habra Marketplace ChickFil-A, and Grocery Outlet sponsored individual nights, according to Recreation Specialist for the city of La Habra Melissa Rivera. The Recreation Department began planning for this series in November 2015 when they began polling the community for the type of music or even specific bands they’d like to see perform. Between the community service commissioners and recreation com-
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Don't stop believin': Lead singer Juan Del Castillo sings a variety of Journey's greatest hits as part of the band DSB's performance last week at the annual Summer Concert Series in La Habra.
mittee’s community poll, the bands to perform this summer were chosen. The first two events for the series were held at the El Centro – Lions Park. The remaining three events will take place at the La Habra Marketplace with the next event being on
July 7 featuring Retro Soul. The series continues with Cold Duck performing on July 14 and ends with Kelly Rae Band on July 21. For more information on this concert series visit the La Habra city website.
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Reset your health this summer with 5 easy tips By Maritza Worthington La Habra Journal
Summer is suddenly here, and you might be wondering where the time went as you find yourself nervously asking, “Am I summer-ready this season”? But before you start the blame game by convincing yourself that you should’ve started your diet and training plan at least three months ago, rest assured in knowing that you are still in time to get back on track this July. Summer is actually the perfect time to replenish your wellness needs, because your body will be begging for the nutritious foods and adequate hydration it needs to defend itself against the blazing sun. So instead of putting your wellness needs aside, make this summer season count with small, significant shifts that make a huge, yet impactful difference when it comes to your overall health.
1. Fuel your mornings with high quality protein.
I’m sure you’ve heard the axiom “breakfast is the most important meal of the day” at least once in your lifetime; however, nobody quite advised you how to make the most important meal of the day count, in terms of your physiological needs. If you think about it, popular goto breakfast foods tend to be really high in carbohydrates, which can interfere with weight loss goals and dampen your energy when you need it most—the morning. Thus, including more protein-rich
foods first thing in the day might actually be healthier for those looking to tone up and increase their daytime energy. According to a 2013 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, a tested group of individuals who ate high-protein breakfast foods showed “the greatest response to beneficial alterations in appetite and hormonal signals that control and regulate food intake.” With this in mind, make an effort to swap out some of those early-bird carbs with protein-fueled foods like veggie egg white omelets and protein smoothies; and see if you notice more pep in your step and fat loss reduction over time.
2. Buy summer produce that won’t quickly wither.
If you think you’ve been feeling the heat lately— just think about your fruit and veggies absorbing all the powerful sunrays, coming from your kitchen window. According to a scientific graph published on prevention.com, bell peppers and blueberries take the longest amount of time to spoil, lasting an average of 14 days; whereas tender greens—arugula, beet greens, spinach and peaches— are much more heat-sensitive, lasting an average of about 2-4 days. Choose your produce wisely!
3. Eat avocado to calm the hunger pangs.
A recent Loma Linda University study suggests that eating avocado can help prevent the hunger pangs, according to a recent article from
Environmental Nutrition magazine by Matthew Kadey, MS, RD. The study found that just “one-half of an avocado with a meal can reduce the desire to eat by up to 40 percent,” mainly because of the “high amount of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats” that help discourage over-eating. So the good news is, if you’re a Californian, avocado-lover you’re in luck, especially if you’re following the latest ‘avocado toast trend.’ What’s great about ‘avo-toast’ is that it’s easy to make during those busy, task-filled days. Aside from the conveniently satiating benefits, avocado also contains omega-3 fatty acids known to lower the risk of heart disease and improve LDL blood levels, making avocado an even greater all around super-food.
4. Maximize muscle repair with tart cherries.
Cherries are in season this summer and for good reason, because they offer so many amazing healing benefits that assist in muscle repair and tissue protection. And this is especially useful to know if you plan on exercising rigorously this summer, or would like to sign up for the next marathon. According to a 2013 Life Extension report written by Michael Downey, a team of researchers conducted a double blind, randomized trial in which runners were tested during a 24-hour relay race. Runners who drank “two 355 ml beverages of tart cherry juice” experienced “substantially smaller pain increase after the race (than the group given a placebo).”
The results suggest that tart cherries have the potential to heal muscle damage and reduce post-workout pain.
5. Hydrate with fruit-infused water.
Drink water continuously throughout the day because dehydration can cause your metabolism to slow down, preventing you from burning fat effectively, which is a barrier to your health if you’re looking to get into shape. Not to mention, there is a tendency for people to confuse their dehydration with hunger, leading to summertime over-eating. When it comes to hydration, avoid high sugary drinks such as commercialized powder-mix lemonades and sodas that are regularly purchased around this time of year. And instead, make routine hydration a fun task by concocting various fruit-infused waters. For example, as Michelle Burklund points out in her recent Better Nutrition article, you can infuse your water with “lemon slices, pear, cucumber, and pomegranate,” which can be combined with “mint and lemon balm herbs” for a refreshing aftertaste. And if you’re looking to prevent fluid retention, remember that cucumber water, when mixed with lemon, is particularly great for long, summer days spent outdoors. Maritza Worthington is a holistic nutritionist from La Habra and founder of wellness hub Modernholisticlife. com.
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