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Community 30,000 delivered to Lakewood and portions of Long Beach

Official publication of the Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce

Volume 30 Number 6

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Civic Center Block Party returns!

Family fun, a rockin’ good time and a big, professional fireworks show return to Clark Avenue and the Lakewood Civic Center on Saturday, June 28. The Lakewood Civic Center Block Party begins at 4pm with the Family Fun Zone activity area for kids and families and the always popular “Taste of Lakewood.” Live entertainment from pop band The Zippers starts at 5pm.

Family Fun Zone 4pm to 9pm.

Located in the parking lot south of the Angelo M. Iacoboni Library, the Family Fun Zone will feature carnival games and amusements for kids and families, including a mechanical bull, giant slide, adrenaline obstacle course, bouncers, joust war game, rock climbing wall, pirate ship, mechanical cars and trackless train. No tickets for the Family Fun Zone will be sold after 8pm and all activities will stop at 9pm.

Taste of Lakewood 4pm to 8pm.

Lakewood restaurants and specialty food purveyors will be offering great food at affordable

Family-fun like this mechanical bull, live music and fireworks make the Block Party special.

prices. The Taste of Lakewood is sponsored by the Friends of

Lakewood Libraries and helps support the purchase of books

New award confirms Lakewood is playful

Lakewood City Council Members (from left) Todd Rogers, Jeff Wood, Steve Croft, Ron Piazza and Diane DuBois at the opening of the tot-lot playground at Bloomfield Park in 2013.

In recognition of Lakewood’s quality parks, playgrounds and recreation services, the city has won a 2014 “Playful City USA” designation. This is the fifth year in a row that Lakewood has received the honor. Playful City USA annual recognitions are made by the Humana Foundation and the non-profit organization KaBOOM! in an effort to promote children’s recreation and the creation of more places for children to play.

Lakewood’s Playful City USA strengths included: The city’s commitment to maintaining and improving its 12 parks, such as the expansion of the West San Gabriel River Nature Trail underway this year, a new totlot play area for Bloomfield Park opened in 2013, and upgrades to

and materials for the Iacoboni and Nye libraries.

Taste of Lakewood presale tickets—always a good idea for avoiding lines—are available at Lakewood libraries in packs of 10 for $10. Single tickets are not available for presale. Payment can be made with cash or checks made payable to the Friends of the Lakewood Libraries. Sorry, credit cards are not accepted.

On the day of the event from 4pm to 8pm, the same multi-ticket packs as well as single tickets for $1.50 each will be available. No tickets will be sold after 8pm, and food will not be served after 9pm.

Adult Beverage Garden 4pm to 9pm.

For event participants age 21 and over, a cash bar offering beer, wine and specialty drinks will be sold at the Beverage Garden located on the Maple Room patio of The Centre at Sycamore Plaza.

An array of finger foods will also be sold. A live video feed of the main concert stage will be viewable on screens throughout (Cont’d on pg. 4) Mayfair Pool also made in 2013.

The free After-School Activity Zones operated year-round at Lakewood parks, where children can play, do homework and take part in sports leagues, all in a supervised setting.

Family Play Day, held every year in August at four Lakewood parks, with activities to get family members playing together outdoors.

“This proves you can be both boring and playful,” quipped Lakewood Mayor Todd Rogers.

“Last month, a real estate website named Lakewood the most boring city in California because of factors like not having enough bars and nightclubs. We didn’t mind the designation on those grounds.

But Lakewood really loves getting called a Playful City USA because of our family-friendly parks and (Cont’d on pg. 2)

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Concerts in the Park Schedule June 19th

Smokin’ Cobras (50’s)

June 26th

Stone Soul (60’s)

July 3rd

Jungle Boogie (70’s)

July 10th

Knyght Ryder (80’s)

July 17th

In the Mixx (90’s)

July 24th

Doo Wah Riders (Country)

July 31st

The Answer (Classic Rock)

August 7th

Hollywood U2 (U2 Tribute Band) Concert Schedule may change without notice.

Link-Up Over Lunch!

Wednesday, June 25th 11:30am - 1:00pm

Fuddruckers

5229 Clark Ave, Lakewood, 90712 The price of your lunch is the cost for admission. Lunches range from $9-12 This is a Business Networking Event...bring your business cards!

Call or email the Chamber for more info: 562.531.9733 info@lakewoodchamber.com.

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Can a city be boring...and playful?

By Mayor Todd Rogers

Back in April when the real estate website Movoto rated Lakewood “the most boring city in California,” we found out their rankings were based on factors like how many bars and nightclubs a city had.

Lots of us were OK with Lakewood being called boring on that scale.

Clearly, Movoto wasn’t rating cities on how much familyfriendly fun they have. That’s where Lakewood excels. And that’s why we were just rated one of the top cities in California and the nation.

For the fifth year in a row, Lakewood has been named a Playful City USA by the Humana Foundation and the non-profit recreation advocacy group KaBoom!

What are some of the reasons we got named a Playful City?

Just take a look at what will be happening in Lakewood over the coming summer months.

• Public Safety Expo. One of the kick-offs to the summer, kids here can enjoy a wide range of carnival games, bouncers and an amazing rock climbing wall. And there’s the always exciting BMX stunt bike team. The free fun happens from 10:30am to 1:30pm on Saturday, June 21 at Mayfair Park.

• Parks everywhere! One of the unique aspects of Lakewood is the location of parks in every neighborhood. Lakewood was well planned from its inception that way. On the city council, we spend a lot of time focused on how to keep those parks updated and looking good. That includes maintaining our two community pools at Mayfair and Bolivar parks. I urge you to get out and enjoy those parks during the long days this summer. Take a walk or a run around the park, play ball there with the kids, swim or take a class. As the saying goes, “Parks Make Life Better!”

• Concerts in the Park. Dancing is good exercise…and laughing and socializing with friends is good for the soul. So come on out to Del Valle Park on Thursday evenings starting at 6:30pm from June 19 to August 7 for a variety of concerts. In keeping with our 60th Anniversary theme this year, the concerts will start with 1950s music and then move through the decades each week. For details, go to www.lakewoodcity. org/concerts.

• Civic Center Block Party. This is one of my personal favorites.

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I love having a “town square” where everyone in Lakewood can gather in a single spot for a celebration. There’s the Taste of Lakewood food booths, live music and family fun zone with rides and amusements—all starting at 4pm, on Saturday, June 28 on Clark Ave. in front of city hall. And an amazing fireworks show starts at 9:15pm.

For details on the Block Party and lots of other fun things to do in Lakewood this summer, go to www.lakewoodcity.org/recreation or call your city recreation staff at 562-866-9771, extension 2408.

This summer, before dozing off to many good “boring” nights of sleep here in Lakewood, get out and enjoy as much family-friendly,

C i t y Spotlight Professor Fun Sends Greetings from Lakewood!

The new summer recreation catalog is available and registration is going on now. “Professor Fun” once again stands in as your guide to all things fun in Lakewood as he celebrates the city’s 60th Anniversary. In honoring the time-tested tradition of Lakewood providing fun, healthy and safe recreation programming for all residents, the catalog is certain to have something for everyone.

In what has become a new tradition, the Professor will once again be dusting off his typing paws to fire up his weekly blog. Check in at www. lakewoodcity.org/professorfun for news on upcoming events and recaps on all of the fun he’s been having across the city.

Finally It’s Friday returns with a series of special family programs planned on multiple Fridays throughout the summer. Many programs are free or low cost.

Additional information can be found at www.lakewoodcity.org/ FinallyitsFriday.

Don’t delay registering for a summer of fun! Many popular courses fill early. Online and mail-in registration is going on now. Phonein and walk-in registration begins Monday, June 9.

Call 562-866-9771, extension 2408 to have a copy mailed or e-mailed to you or go to www.lakewoodcity. org/Catalog.

Camps for sports Boys and girls looking for sports

activities have several day camp options. Traditional and special topic camps – skate boarding, scooter camp, soccer, tennis, volleyball, and basketball – are offered throughout the summer.

Sports Camp, for ages 8 through 13, offers 10 weekly sessions Monday through Friday from 9am to 2pm starting June 23. Each week is highlighted by swim sessions on two camp days and a fun excursion.

Sports Camp instructors offer skill building in baseball, basketball, soccer, Ultimate Frisbee and flag football at Mayfair Park.

Basketball Camp for youngsters 8 through 13 years of age provides in-depth training from experienced coaches. Also, long-time volleyball coach Ole Nervik brings his beloved volleyball camp back to Lakewood starting on July 14. Both camps are offered at the Mayfair High School gym. Call 562-866-9771 extension 2408 for dates and details.

FINALLY IT’S FRIDAY Lakewood’s long-standing commitment to fun and affordable events for families continues this summer with the “Finally it’s Friday” event series. Programs run Friday evenings. Many are free, beginning June 27 and running through August 29. Activities include family swim, game night, theatre and a “FUN-

“Most playful city” (Cont’d. from Pg. 1)

recreation programs.”

“As we celebrate our 60th anniversary as a city in 2014,” said Rogers, “I’m impressed that one of Lakewood’s enduring values is the priority we place on parks and recreation programs. Our city founders started that focus back in the 1950s, and we continue to keep it up today. Congratulations also go to our residents of all ages who take advantage of our recreational opportunities and to our army of volunteer coaches who make our youth sports programs work so well.”

KaBOOM!, in partnership with

Tastic Family Night” event which pairs live entertainment with dinner.

Registration is required for most events. Many are free. Sign up at www.lakewoodcity.org/ecatalog.

Friday, June 27 Featuring “Tangled” – Rated PG 7pm.

Bring the entire family and enjoy an evening of FREE family fun and movie entertainment under the stars at beautiful Monte Verde Park. In the Disney animated feature “Tangled,” the beautiful long-haired Rapunzel has spent her entire life living in a tower. But Rapunzel’s monotonous life is about to take an adventurous turn when the runaway thief Flynn Rider stumbles upon her. Together they begin a journey discovering themselves and the world for the first time.

Guests can bring some chairs and a picnic and enjoy a fun evening with their families. Before the show, kids can win prizes by participating in fun activities! Scheduled movies begin at 8:15pm. To help us plan a memorable experience, preregistration is required at www. lakewoodcity.org/ecatalog. Sorry, no pets or alcohol allowed at the park.

Go to www.lakewoodcity. org/FinallyitsFriday for a listing of events planned for July and August. the Humana Foundation, named 212 cities across the United States as 2014 Playful City USA honorees. “These communities are leaders in playability--the extent to which a city makes it easy for kids to get balanced and active play— and are making play part of the solution that can move the needle on countless urban challenges,” said KaBOOM! in a press release announcing the awards on May 14.

Lakewood was one of only 23 cities in California (and nine in Los Angeles County) to receive a Playful City USA designation.

Other local cities included Cerritos and Carson. For more details, see www.kaboom.org/playfulcityusa.

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Veterans aim high for success

By Celeste Bertuccini

Aim High…

Always Faithful… Be All You Can Be… Always Ready, Always There… are patriotic slogans associated with America’s military forces.

The United States military displays courage, commitment, honor, and integrity to America and to each other.

Southeast Los Angeles County Workforce Investment Board (SELACO WIB), a proud partner of America’s Job Center, in collaboration with South Bay Center for Community Development (SBCC), Energy Pathway Program (EPP), and Cerritos Community College, continues with the nationalistic

adages of the United States military and National Guard by assisting veterans with free job training and career preparation as each man and woman returns to civilian life.

South Bay Center for Community Development (2013) describes the Energy Pathway Program at Cerritos College as a contextualized education that prepares individuals for high paying careers in energy, pharmaceutical, and water treatment sectors.

In 2005, many of the refining companies in the Los Angeles area were hiring operators

outside of California. Colleen Mooney, Executive Director of SBCC recognized there was a need to promote job growth within the sector, but limited operator candidates available for hire. The Energy Pathway Program (EPP) was created to train individuals and connect them with employers in the refinery industry.

Cerritos College began its support of the EPP program in January 2013 by implementing an 18 unit program. The EPP

coursework at Cerritos College supports ongoing AS-to-BS degree in engineering for students interested in pursuing further education. Eligible veterans receive the Cerritos EPP training at no cost. All branches of the United States military, National Guard, and reservists who served on active duty and received an Honorable discharge are potential candidates for the Energy Pathway Program (SBCC, 2013).

Jodie Kresl a Specialist at SELACO WIB assists veterans seeking employment. Kresl is enthused to have 9 veterans currently participating in the educational and job training program.

For more information call SELACO WIB at (800) 4816555.

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Help fill Project Shepherd’s pantry

Over the last month, the Farmers & Merchants Bank Lakewood office has been working to fill the shelves of Project Shepherd. As they enter the drive’s final week, they’re asking the community to help them meet their goal of giving 175 boxes of food in direct support of the Lakewood Project Shepherd emergency food pantry.

“This is our fifth year helping Project Shepherd. It’s so important for people to know Project Shepherd is a year-round program that provides emergency food assistance to residents who qualify throughout the year,” said F & M’s drive coordinator Marla

Harold.

F & M encourages community members to bring non-perishable food donations to their office at 5101 Lakewood Boulevard anytime between 9am and 5pm on business days.

The F & M effort will complete the drive with a luncheon on Saturday, June 14 from 11am to 1pm. Residents are welcome to bring goods to the event. Donors who contribute a bag of groceries will receive a free reusable tote bag.

Donations of toilet paper, laundry detergent and toothpaste are always welcomed. Food items

needed include canned meat and fish, canned fruit and soup, or staples like pasta, rice, cereal and peanut butter.

Contributions are also always accepted at the Burns Community Center, Lakewood City Hall or any city park facility when open.

Click on www.lakewoodcity.org/ parkfinder to locate a park in your neighborhood.

For additional information call F&M’s Lakewood branch at 562602-8378.

“Block Party” (Cont’d. from Pg. 1)

the Beverage Garden.

Live entertainment 5pm to 9pm.

The pop band The Zippers will rock Clark Avenue and the Civic Center starting at 5pm with your favorite “music through the decades.” Concert seating will be on Clark Avenue in front of city hall. Pre-show activities begin at 4pm. It’s festival seating, so bring your low-back chair or blanket.

To commemorate the city’s 60th anniversary, the evening’s entertainment has been enhanced to include a special dance performance which will send the audience down memory lane with choreographed dance performances highlighting music and dances from the 1950s to the present.

Fireworks show 9:15pm.

See a really spectacular, safe and legal display of professional fireworks capping off a wonderful day and evening at the Block Party.

Driving & Parking The Block Party will stretch from the Civic Center parking lot (at Hardwick Street) southbound along Clark Avenue to Del Amo Boulevard. Clark Avenue will be closed from Candlewood Street to Del Amo Boulevard before the start of the Block Party. Use Civic Center Way to access free parking behind city hall and The Centre at Sycamore Plaza. Plan ahead as parking for RVs and recreational trailers will not be available at Lakewood City Hall or Lakewood Center mall.

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Thank you Lakewood Volunteers! overgrown vegetation at different project sites and trimmed trees. They replanted flower beds, painted porches, window sills and patios, installed new doors and generally assisted Lakewood homeowners in need. Those helped included the disabled, seniors or others who because of physical or economic hardship were unable to take care of the difficult circumstances their property was in. Thanks to everyone for a job well done!

Lakewood Chamber’s

Women in Business Council Youthful group of Lakewood volunteers were part of 500-strong effort.

The City of Lakewood would like to thank all the volunteers who worked during the 18th annual Lakewood Volunteer Day on Saturday, April 26.

More than 500 people came together, including members of local community organizations, church groups, school groups, Scout troops, service clubs, as well as business people, youth group members, city hall and city yard employees, groups of

neighbors and whole families.

Volunteers ranged in age from six to 66. Photos of many of the volunteers are online at www.lakewoodcity.org/ VolunteerPhotos.

Volunteers contributed time and energy to improving 23 homes and a non-profit organization, as well as five city facilities. The industrious volunteers planted, weeded and cleaned. They removed

“What Every Home Buyer & Seller Should Know!”

Wed., June 11th 11:30AM-1:00PM

Location:

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services (formerly Prudential) 11409 E. Carson St. (Across from Walmart) Lakewood, 90715

Call or Email for more information Marjean Clements (714) 737-8750 marjeanc@selaco.com

Services we currently provide are: • Patrol on Premises • Security/Staffing of Premises • Security Consulting Services • Security Training • Client-directed Investigations Part-Time, Full-Time, On-Call & Rovers • Unarmed Personal Protection Services Candidates licensed & registered in CA. Interested parties should forward a copy of a cover let- • Security Surveys/Risk Assessments ter, resume and their guard registration card & license to:info@ozonevoprotection.com or mail a copy to: • Event Security Planning 11441 E. 216th St., #23, Lakewood, CA 90715 • Fire Watch Services Tel: (562) 340-6386 • Security & Enforcement of Private www.ozonevoprotection.com / PPO Lic#: 17572 Parking Lots/Structures

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The Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce ~ Co-ed Softball League

Spring 2014 Championship Game 2014 Spring Champions!

“THE JAWBREAKERS”

“THE Lakewood Center Mallers”

(Lakewood Dental Arts) Runners up

(LAKEWOOD CENTER MALL)

Thank you to the following participating Lakewood businesses:

If you’re interested in signing up for the 2014 Summer season (to begin mid-June),

call Frank Cardiel at (562) 531-9733

WELCOME New Members!

Power Electric

Fernando Alvarado 11415 205th St. Lakewood, CA 90715 (562) 833-7603

Aflac

Katonya Gross - Agent 1745 W. Orangewood, #212 Orange, CA 92868 (562) 303-8216

Member Renewals

With their renewal, the following businesses have celebrated another year as members of the Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce.

2013-2014 Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Officers and Board of Directors

John Kelsall President/CEO Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce 24 Lakewood Center Mall Lakewood, CA 90712 562-531-9733 Fax 562-531-9737 John@lakewoodchamber.com www.lakewoodchamber.com www.lakewoodnews.org

28 Years - Coast Water Technologies 27 Years - LBS Financial Credit Union 23 Years - Good Earth Recycling 16 Years - Souplantation 14 Years - Foggia Italian Market & Deli 11 Years - Coast Healthcare Mgmt.

10 Years - Lakewood Primary Care - White House Florist - Holiday Inn-LB Airport 2 Years - Insurance Solutions for Healthcare 1 Year - Bible Believers Missionary Baptist Church - Irvine University Call/email us if you’d like to get information on becoming a member of the Chamber: (562) 531-9733 info@lakewoodchamber.com.

“Welcome to Lakewood” Mailing

Fl ye r s D u e :

F r i d a y, J u n e 1 3 t h

$100 for 300 of your flyers mailed to all new residents of Lakewood!

Call or email for more info: 562.531.9733 info@lakewoodchamber.com

Mark Perumean ~ Chairman EDCO Waste & Recycling Services P.O. Box 398 Buena Park, CA 90621 714-522-3577 mperumean@edcodisposal.com

Patrick Houston Lakewood Regional Medical Center P.O. Box 6070 Lakewood, CA 90712 562-531-2550 Patrick.Houston@tenethealth.com

Doug Roscoe Lakewood Center 500 Lakewood Center Lakewood, CA 90712 562-633-0437 Fax 562-633-1452 Doug.Roscoe@macerich.com

Mike Segura Farmers Insurance 2725 Candlewood Street Lakewood, CA 90712 562-531-4980 msegura@farmersagent.com

Joy Janes Behavior Safety Associates 5710 Harvey Way Lakewood, CA 90713 562-531-9733 Fax 562-531-9737 Joyjanes@yahoo.com

Glen Patrick #24 Lakewood Center Mall Lakewood, CA 90712 562-531-9733 glenpatrick17@gmail.com

Larry Kirk F&M Bank 5101 Lakewood Blvd.

Lakewood, CA 90712 562-602-8378 Fax 562-633-3012 larry.kirk@fmb.com

Sun safety during the summer months

By Dr. Simon Madorsky

While this is a time of year when many Californians look ahead to lazy summer days at the beach or pool, it is essential to remember to protect yourself. Skin cancers are rapidly on the rise, and an estimated 1 in 5 Americans can expect to be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime. In the past three decades, more people have had skin cancer than all other cancers combined and the incidence of skin cancers jumped 77 percent between 1992 and 2006 alone. The good news is that – with proper sun protection and routine self-examinations -- the risk of skin cancers can be reduced.

Skin cancer, when caught early, is highly treatable. Exciting new technologies exist that can treat cancers, often with minimal pain or scarring and without surgery.

That’s why self-examinations are important.

Get in the habit of checking your

skin regularly. Learn the pattern of your moles and freckles so you can identify changes. Look for new growths, spots or bumps that do not heal. Ask a friend of spouse to check the spots you can’t see, like the top of your head or your back.

When examining your skin, remember the ABCDs of Moles: A – Is the mole Asymmetrical (oddly shaped)?

B – Does it have an irregular or vaguely defined Border?

C – Is the mole uneven in Color?

D – Look at its Diameter. Is it growing in size or larger than a pencil eraser?

If you find any changing moles, growths, spots or bumps that fit these criteria, see your doctor without delay. With vigilance about proper sun protection and self-exams, we can still enjoy the sunshine while reducing our risk of skin cancer.

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June 2014 Dear EarthTalk: What would you consider to be the key areas we need to improve to make our food safer for our health and easier on our environment? ~ Billy A., Oakland, CA

Although we have come a long way in recent years with regard to the safety and sustainability of our food supply, we still have a long way to go. Toxic pesticides are still used on the vast majority of U.S. grown crops, while other hormone-disrupting chemicals are omnipresent in our food packaging. And excessive use of antibiotics in animal agriculture threatens to render many human drugs ineffective. Environmental leaders would like to see the federal government step up and institute regulations banning such substances in our food supply, but for now it’s still up to individual consumers to make the right choices.

Fruits and vegetables grown on conventional (i.e. not organic) farms make up some 96 percent of the produce we eat—and expose us to many pesticides. Two of the most toxic, chlorpyrifoss and DDT, are also quite common: 93 percent of Americans carry trace amounts of the former in their bloodstreams, while 99 percent of us have DDT residue coursing through our veins.

These chemicals on our food can be harmful to adults, but health experts are even more concerned about what they are doing to our kids. The non-profit Pesticide Action Network of North America (PANNA) points to recent studies showing that children with high pesticide exposures in the womb are at increased risk of being born with birth defects and are much more likely to encounter developmental delays, ADHD and autism spectrum disorders.

A related issue is the hormonedisrupting bisphenol-A (BPA) in our food supply as a result of its widespread use in the lining of cans and other food and drink containers. “Nearly every person in America has some BPA in his or her body,” reports the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), a leading green group.

“And yet, this food-packaging chemical may cause problems in developing fetuses, infants and children by altering behavior and increasing the risk of prostate cancer, as a government report concluded nearly two years ago.”

Other studies have shown links between BPA exposure and a variety of human health problems including breast cancer, heart disease and diabetes.

Another big hurdle to a safer,

greener food system is our increasing reliance on antibiotics to fight bacterial infections in livestock. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has known

since the 1970s that feeding large amounts of antibiotics to healthy livestock breeds antibiotic resistant bacteria, which can in turn render many of the antibiotics used for humans ineffective.

In fact, antibiotic resistant infections are already killing 23,000 Americans each year. A 2012 FDA policy change calls on livestock producers to refrain from using antibiotics to boost growth rates for pigs, cows, sheep and chickens, but it remains to be seen if the industry will toe the line or use loopholes to keep up the steady stream of antibiotics.

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‘Second Saturday’ drop-off event Every 2nd Saturday of the month from 9am to 2pm, Lakewood residents can take their hazardous and e-waste to EDCO’s large transfer facility at 2755 California Avenue in Signal Hill. The facility is only 10-15 minutes from the Lakewood Civic Center.

The next free event is Saturday, June 14 and will accept household toxics like paints, insecticides,

chemicals, e-waste, sharps and used cooking and motor oil.

To assist “summer cleaners,” EDCO reminds Lakewood residents they are also entitled to six free bulky-item pickups a year at their home. To schedule a pickup, call EDCO at 562-531-3054 by 3:30pm the day before your normal trash pickup.

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www.lakewoodnews.org Kids love dogs. They’re trusting and will go right up to any dog without a second thought to pet it. Most of the time, the naive child is met with a sweet response from the dog. However, there are times when a dog doesn’t want to be touched and, as a result, becomes aggressive.

Consider some facts: An estimated 4.7 million dog bites occur in the U.S. each year.

Nearly 800,000 of those bites require medical care. That’s the bad news. The good news is parents can take steps to reduce the risk of problems when dogs and children interact.

Advice for parents when supervising their children around dogs: • Don’t ever treat a dog unkindly.

• Don’t hit, kick, slap, pull on a dogs ears, tail or paws.

• Never bother a dog with puppies or dogs that are playing with or guarding toys, eating or sleeping.

• Don’t ever approach a dog you don’t know.

• Never approach a dog that’s tied up, behind a fence or in a car.

Advice for dog owners: • Supervise your dog.

• Train and socialize your dog.

• Be sure your dog interacts with, and has good manners around all members of the family, the public, and other animals.

Dr. Jeanne Rickey, DVM

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Since September, 2011, we have donated over 2,000 lbs. of pet food to the Lakewood Meals on Wheels for the “Pets of the Homeless,” a non-profit group that helps with vet care & pet food for their furry friends.

Any help would be appreciated. We accept both dry & canned food for cats & dogs.

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Pet care days are just a woof (and purr) away

Pet owners and pets enjoy Bow Wow and Meow Days.

Lakewood’s premiere petfriendly summer tradition returns Wednesday, June 4 from 6pm to 8pm, and Saturday, July 19 from 9am to noon. It features convenient pet licensing and pet care at its traditional location at the northeast corner lot of Clark Avenue and Del Amo Boulevard near the Lakewood Civic Center.

The one-stop events offer pet licensing, vaccinations at a discount and micro chipping. Flea control products and information regarding low-cost spaying/ neutering and health care for dogs and cats will be available.

Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted for vaccination services and products--cash and check only for dog licensing.

Dogs must be on leashes and cats in secure carriers. Pet owners

get savings on required rabies vaccinations, priced at $6 each.

(Additional vaccinations are available for a fee.) Residents may purchase a dog license from License Inspectors at the clinic.

Click www.lakewoodcity.org/ pets for more information about pet services and pet adoption.

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Concerts in the Park means summertime ABC gets ready for their ‘Into the Summer Fun Run’ fun for the whole family!

Helping to play on Lakewood’s 60th Anniversary theme, the Concerts in the Park series this summer will have a special focus on music from a different decade for its opening weeks, starting with the 1950’s sounds of the Smokin’ Cobras on the opening night of Thursday, June 19. For a schedule and details, go to www. lakewoodcity.org/concerts or call 562-866-9771, extension 2408.

The concerts feature a changing variety of music styles. All provide residents a relaxing evening of family fun in the grove at Del Valle Park at the intersection of Woodruff Avenue and Arbor Road. Each concert starts at 6:30pm.

Dinner and refreshments will be sold, or attendees may bring their own picnic basket. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged. Pets, barbeques or alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

Concerts in the Park are solely supported by generous area businesses and concert patrons.

Platinum Level Sponsors include: Pan American Association, Piazza McDonald’s Restaurants and Kenny’s Auto Body-Towing. Gold Level Sponsors include: Lakewood

Center, Mr. B’s Kettle Corn, Rotary Club of Lakewood, Marisa Perez, Cerritos College Trustee (for Area

4-Lakewood), The Rinks and the Weingart Lakewood Family YMCA.

The ABC Into the Summer Fun Run 2014 may be just weeks away, but registered Fun Run participants are gearing up for close competition not just for best times, but also for largest and best-costumed teams! Teams are forming from both ABC schools and local community firms. Sponsored by the ABC Education Foundation, this year’s Fun Run will be held at the Los Cerritos Center shopping mall on June 21st and features a 5K run/ walk starting at 7:45am a 2K run/walk at 9am and a Kid’s Dash starting at 9:45am.

To register, visit the website abcsummerfunrun.com and select Register. You will be directed to the Active registration site. Creating a team is easy; just follow the online steps in the registration process. A Wellness Fair will provide free health, physical and dental screenings, wellness information and fun activities, including a stage featuring The School Tour, young entertainers touting the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and anti-bullying strategies as well as ABC stars.

For more information on the ABC Education Foundation or how to participate as a Fun Run Sponsor, contact Terri Villa-McDowell at 562-926-5566, ext. 21150.

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start at 10am at Mayfair Park’s Lisa Fernandez Field. At 10:30am, players are free to enjoy a range of carnival games and activities including bouncers, a DJ and a rock-climbing wall.

The annual Lakewood Public Safety and Bike Expo also starts at 10:30am with the return of the famous BMX stunt bike team who will demonstrate trick stunt bike moves and high-flying maneuvers with a show at 11:15am and again at 1pm.

Sheriff’s units, the Sky Knight helicopter and units from the Los Angeles County Fire Department will return with displays and handson exhibits.

Parents can talk with representatives from Neighborhood Watch and other crime prevention teams to learn about home and auto security, disaster preparedness and volunteer opportunities in crime prevention.

Safety officers and civilian volunteers will show off the city’s resources for disaster preparedness and fire protection. Lakewood Deputy City Manager Carol Jacoby notes that “we expect as many as 3,000 residents, bike-riding youngsters and Neighborhood Watch block captains to attend this annual showcase of the city’s crime prevention and public safety programs.”

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The Cerritos College for Youth program offers classes for children, kindergarten through 12th grade in math, writing, SAT, computer technology, cooking, music, art, and sports. The most popular classes include video game design, mobile app development, powerhouse writing, CSI (crime scene investigators), swimming, and tennis. Newly added for this year are social media, digital film production, photography, digital animation, cheerleading, and guitar. Classes begin June 23 and continue through August 15.

There are four, two-week sessions that run through the summer, and all classes are age appropriate. Students can attend one or two classes, or stay all day and enjoy four different classes.

Supervised lunch break is offered free and extended child care from 5-6 p.m. is available for $55 per session.

For more information about classes and registration, go to www.cerritoscommunityed.com or call (562) 467-5050. Classes fill up quickly.

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Nominate a neighbor for a Lakewood Award

Do you have a neighbor who has taken extra steps to beautify their home and yard? Wouldn’t it be nice to say thanks or good job by nominating them for a Lakewood Beautiful Home Award?

It can be done quickly online at www.lakewoodcity. org/beautifulhome (where you can also view last year’s awardees) or by leaving a message 24 hours a day at the Community Relations Office message line at Lakewood City Hall at 562-866-9771, extension 2160.

City judges aren’t looking for the most expensive or

elaborately landscaped homes to win this award. Past winners’ homes were distinguished not just by attractive style, but for displaying exceptional care and pride of ownership, such as: • Neat, clean and wellmaintained exterior • Landscaping design of front yard and parkway in harmony and balance with home • Good use of plant variety, texture and color Attention to detail • Overall consistent care of property and landscaping Water-wise winners are selected from among the Lakewood Beautiful honorees.

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Lakewood offers places to stay cool this summer

Triple-digit temperatures are hitting Southern California early this year. Older residents can feel more distress from heat and humidity and often have fewer options for beating the heat. The City of Lakewood wants to remind seniors that the air-conditioned Weingart Senior Center is a comfortable oasis, especially during the hottest time of the day-from noon to 4pm.

Seniors can use the free DASH Transit service as transportation to Weingart if they can’t drive or don’t have a ride. For more information on DASH call 562-924-0149.

Weingart Senior Center is located at 5220 Oliva Avenue and can be reached at 562-630-6141.

Its hours are Monday through Thursday, 9am to 5:30pm, Friday, 9am to 5pm and Saturday, 9am to 1:30pm. The facility is closed on Sundays.

Several other city facilities offer relief from the heat during business hours: - Bloomfield Park Community Center, 21420 Pioneer Boulevard; 562-865-1717 - Mae Boyar Park Community

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“Walk a little slower daddy,” said a child so small.

“I’m following in your footsteps and I don’t want to fall.

Sometimes your steps are very fast, Sometimes they’re hard to see; So walk a little slower, Daddy, For you are leading me.

Someday when I’m all grown up, You’re what I want to be; Then I will have a little child Who’ll want to follow me.

And I would want to lead just right, And know that I was true; So, walk a little slower, Daddy, For I must follow you.”

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5720 Clark Avenue, 562-866-4776 - Palms Park and Community Center, 12305 207th Street, 562865-6414 Getting out of the heat is a healthy decision. Elderly residents who live alone and infants are at highest risk for getting heat-related illness caused by overheating and dehydration.

The mildest form of heat-related illnesses is heat cramps, when the body loses water and electrolytes.

Heat exhaustion is more serious, and will cause the body’s temperature to rise to 102 degrees.

People may also experience headache, fatigue, heavy sweating, nausea, and clammy skin.

Heat stroke is the most severe heat-related illness.

Extreme exertion, like running very fast in hot, humid weather, causes your body temperature to rise to 104 degrees and more, and can cause more severe symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, a speeding pulse and disorientation. Last year, a dozen people died of heat stroke in Los Angeles County.

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Senior Health and Information Fair

Lakewood’s Senior Health Fair will be held Friday, June 20, from 10am to noon at the Weingart Senior Center at 5220 Oliva Avenue (just south of Candlewood Street and west of Lakewood Boulevard).

Health-related information and free screenings will be available throughout the morning. The event is free and open to the public. Call the senior center at 562-630-6141 for additional information.

Lunch is available for those 60+ provided by the Human Services Association at the usual donation of $2.25. Those under the age of 60 are welcome to eat at a cost of $4.50. For a lunch reservation, call 562-630-6210 after June 16.

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Lakewood Kid’s Camp celebrates 25 years

Royal KIDS Camp celebrates 25 years of service to abused children.

The all-volunteer Royal Family KIDS Camp of Lakewood has just celebrated its 25th anniversary of helping hurting children.

The camp is sponsored by Life Center, of Lakewood, for the benefit of youngsters in the foster care system.

Royal Family Kids’ Camps’ founders Wayne and Diane Tesch lauded the directors and staff of the Lakewood camp: “Life Center’s camp works on behalf of abused, neglected and abandoned children has touched the lives of hundreds of youngsters. We salute the people who make it happen for their compassion, strength and spirit.”

The national organization recruits and empowers local churches like Life Center to begin providing a week-long summer camp experience for

Providing children and young adults (ages 7-17 years old) with a health & fitness experience, including specialized coaching in all facets of football. Marcedes leads a staff that includes high school coaches, active collegiate players & professional athletes. In the past 5 years, over 2,200 have participated in this camp, and more than 650 volunteers have helped to make it a resounding success!

Lunch is provided FREE of charge, and every participant will receive a t-shirt, drawstring packpack and an autographed action photograph of Marcedes Lewis, embossed wtih our sponsor’s logos.

Childhood obesity continues to persist, and we believe our Foundation is helping lead our youth back towards a healthier, more active lifestyle. We hope you will become as passionate about our mission as we are.

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In December 2007, my wife and I, retired senior citizens, moved here when our daughter bought another house... and we have loved this place ever since. We eat out every day and have enjoyed visiting all the restaurants since all the workers are very friendly. The malls are okay too, to pass the time. We also love to go to the Catholic Church, the St. Pancratius Church.

Last year, out of the blue and to our surprise, our very simple house was nominated by a city employee to the beautiful garden/house in Lakewood. I sent an e-mail to the secretary and said that I don’t really deserve it since it’s just a simple house, but she told me that it’s not about the biggest or expensive house…it’s about how we maintain it every day.

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At camp there is one counselor for every 2 children – so each special child receives lots of wholesome attention from a caring adult. There are also “camp grandparents,” so needy children can fell like part of a healthy family.

For more information or to sign a child up for the 2014 summer camp, that will be held June 23-27, call (562) 866-9078 or visit www.royalfamilykids. org.

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Keep a lid on vacation costs

Summer vacation is right around the corner. I’m not a big believer in pre-planning every single detail – sometimes the best vacation moments are spontaneous. But unless your rich uncle is paying for the trip, you’ll need to do a certain amount of preparation or your budget will fly out the window.

You do have a vacation budget, right? If not, here are a few suggestions for creating one and some cost-saving ideas to help keep expenses down: First, be realistic about what you can afford. If your vacation will take more than a month or two to pay off, you may want to scale back on this year’s trip and start setting aside money now for

next year.

When building a trip budget, try to anticipate all potential expenses.

Consider things like: • Airfare-related expenses. Include taxes and fees for items like changing flights, extra leg room, priority boarding, Wi-Fi access, meals, and checked, oversized or overweight baggage.

• Transportation to and from the airport – at home and all travel locations.

• Car rentals. Factor in taxes, gas, fill-up penalties and insurance (check your auto insurance and credit card policies to ensure you don’t pay for duplicate coverage).

• Hotel/lodging. Don’t forget taxes and other local fees, charges for phone/Internet, room service, early check-in or departure, gratuities, etc.

• Entertainment. Include meals and snacks, event admission and ticket-ordering charges, transit passes or taxis, sporting equipment rental, babysitters, and special clothing or accessory requirements (sunscreen, hiking boots, etc.)

• Throw in an extra 10 or 15 percent for unanticipated expenses – lost luggage, flat tire, etc.

Bottom line: A little preplanning now can ensure you don’t blow your whole budget on unexpected expenses.

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Lakewood hospital receives “A” in patient safety Lakewood Regional Medical Center received the top grade from one of the nation’s leading patient safety and advocacy organizations.

The hospital received an “A” in The Leapfrog Group’s Spring 2014 Hospital Safety Score. The rating system is designed to give consumers information they can use to make the best healthcare decisions for themselves or a loved one.

“We are proud of our recent “A” grade, as we believe it recognizes Lakewood Regional Medical Center’s commitment to providing safe, quality healthcare to our patients,” said Ron Galonsky, CEO of Lakewood Regional Medical Center. We are committed to continually monitoring and improving the care we provide. Patient safety is the top focus for us – one that requires diligence with every patient, every day.”

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Last year some of the teens, who visited patients at Lakewood Regional Medical Center were proud to say, “I totally made someone’s day.” Volunteering for Pathways is a real hands on experience and there are opportunities to volunteer in a variety of areas such as the hospital program, office projects and special events.

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Around Town in June Lakewood • The Lakewood Artist Guild will hold their Spring Art Show and Sale for adults and children on Sunday June 1 at Mayfair Park.

Reception of artists from 1pm to 3pm, with awards presented at 3pm. For more information call (562) 421-8212.

• Free Lip Reading Classes in June on Wednesday are June 4, June 11, June 18, and June 25 from 9:30-11:30am at Weingart Senior Center. The Wednesday

class is the “teaching” class. The Monday classes are, June 2, June 9, June 16, June 23 and June 30 from 10am to noon. These classes are offered through the Hearing Loss Association of America Long Beach/Lakewood Chapter.

For more information call (562) 438-0597.

Long Beach • Please join the 4th Annual Jalen and Breanna Thayer Memorial 5K Run/Walk for Childhood

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Seal Beach • The community is invited to attend the Newcomb Academy Foundation 9th Annual Golf Classic and Dinner Gala with a Silent & Live Auction festivities; Monday, June 2 at Old Ranch Country Club. For more information call Heather Walker at (562) 310-2502.

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One entry per household; the answers must be postmarked no later than Friday, June 20, 2014. The winners will be drawn on Monday, June 23rd and the call to the winners will be made the same day. If a message is left, the prize must be claimed by return phone call within 48 hours (two business days) or a new winner will be chosen. The name of the winners will be published in the July issue, along with a new Sudoku Puzzle.

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Volunteer signups just days away at Youth Center On June 4, the Lakewood Youth Center is hosting “Teen Volunteer Registration Day” from 3:30pm to 6:30pm. The event encourages teens to apply for volunteer positions they can use to gain experience and build a resume in a tight job market.

The center is the city’s hub for teen volunteer and recreational opportunities.

The event introduces teens to the many different opportunities available in Lakewood, including park and human service programs, Special Olympics, assisting seniors, community and civic groups and the awardwinning “Teens in Lakewood Care” program.

“The Youth Center also works to make the experiences fun and help teens build relationships.

They’ll host a Teen Volunteer Party prior to going back to school on Friday, August 22 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. It’s a chance to share experiences and gather with other volunteers as summer comes to an end.

For more information, visit www.lakewoodcity.org/volunteer or call the youth center after 3pm on weekdays at 562-429-7472 or city staff at 562-866-9771, extension 2408. The Lakewood Youth Center is located at Woodruff Avenue and Arbor Road at 4658 Woodruff Avenue.

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There’s still some miles left in walking

something you can do throughout your life.

• It’s free.

• There’s no special skill, training, or equipment needed.

As you develop your walking program, set your own pace. As a general rule, taking 10,000 steps a day is a great goal for improving your overall physical, emotional and mental fitness. But the journey, as they say, begins with a single step.

There’s no better time than now to begin.

With so many fitness trends, you might not think of walking as good exercise. If you’re not thrusting a kettle ball over your heads, or shaking your hips to a Top 40 dance beat in a scheduled group glass, you’re not cutting it, right? Well, not so fast.

Walking is actually a great way to get in shape. In fact, if you walk often enough and fast enough, the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other can satisfy your body’s daily requirement for activity.

Walking may seem like an old fashioned method of exercise; there are certainly other exercise options that would be looked upon as cool, hip, or young and trendy.

But walking is quite the opposite of outdated. It seems to be making resurgence in the health, fitness and medical worlds as a low-cost solution to the nation’s ongoing health crisis.

The walking movement is growing: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that between 2005 and 2010, the number of adults who walked for 10 minutes or more at least once a week rose from 56 to 62 percent – an increase of almost 20 million people.

Need more convincing reasons to walk onto the bandwagon? Here’s why walking for exercise is so ideal: • Walking is what your body is designed to do.

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Lakewood Women’s Club wins top award The top award given each year by Los Cerritos District to a Women’s Club in the District, “The Chimes,” was awarded to Lakewood Women’s Club at the recent 58th District Convention Awards Ceremony.

This award is given to the one club out of twelve Clubs in the District, with the most participation in all District activities and events during the past year.

Any women interested in helping in civic projects and helping to improve the lives of those in the community, are welcome to join the Lakewood Women’s Club. They meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Sycamore Center in Lakewood. The meeting begins at 11am and lunch is at noon, followed by a program at 1pm. For more information call Carlotte Weigel at (562) 421-4558.

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Wells Fargo Lakewood makes large donation

Wells Fargo was a recent Platinum Sponsor (donating $5,000) for the Lakewood Community Run. This picture is of the formal check presentation to the Soroptimist Club and to the Lakewood Sheriffs, who work together jointly to organize and present the run each year.

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A Candlelight Vigil will be held on Thursday, Aug. 14th, 6PM. We hope to see the community there.

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