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Official publication of the Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce
Volume 32 Number 6
Schedule for Concerts in the Park (full story on pg. 5)
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Let’s get ready to rock n’ roll at Lakewood’s Block Party!
Stone Soul (Motown)
June 25th: Doo Wah Riders (Country)
July 2nd: Hot August Night (Neil Diamond Tribute)
July 9th: Line of Fire (Tribute Band)
July 16th: Southern Caliber (Country)
July 23rd: Smokin’ Cobras (Oldies)
July 30th: The Skinny Little Twits (Classic Rock)
August 6th: Knyght Rider (80’s)
Live music with The Zippers runs from 5pm to 9pm, then fireworks.
Family fun, a rockin’ good time and a big, professional fireworks show return to Clark Avenue and the Lakewood Civic Center on
Saturday, June 27. The Lakewood Civic Center Block Party begins at 4pm with the Family Fun Zone activity area for kids and families
Gompers student leadership takes a big step towards helping a veteran
One of the commands that “Puppies Behind Bars” teaches is to salute.
There’s arguably one thing the entire community of Lakewood would agree on, and that’s our support and appreciation for our veterans. Gompers K-8 School Lakewood Community News #24 Lakewood Center Mall Lakewood, CA 90712 (562) 531-9733
in Lakewood wanted to put their gratitude into action and look beyond the limits of the schools borders. Gompers offers a special student PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE
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leadership class, students must apply by filling out an application explaining why they want to be a leader. The class meets once a week on the students lunch hour. This isn’t just any leadership class, where the goal might be to initiate fundraising events for the school. This class leads students to think on a philanthropic level. To ask themselves, “What can you do for other people?” After Gompers students watched a video about veterans coping with both physical and mental injuries following war. The students set out to raise $6,000 for Puppies Behind Bars. The New York-based organization pairs puppies with prisoners, to be trained and given to a veteran going through Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or P.T.S.D. The goal was to raise 6,000, the amount needed to sponsor a dog through the training process. For approximately two years, prisoners who qualify for the Puppies Behind Bars program work with the puppies to transform the dogs into service animals for true American heroes. The intense training teaches the dogs many commands, such as entering the room first, or to “block,” where the dog lies in front of the veteran to block someone from approaching to (Cont’d on Pg. 3)
and the always popular “Taste of Lakewood.” Live entertainment from The Zippers pop band 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 prices. The Taste of Lakewood is sponsored by the Friends of Lakewood Libraries and helps support the purchase of books and materials for the Iacoboni and Nye libraries. Taste of Lakewood presale tickets—always a good idea for avoiding lines—are available at (Cont’d on Pg. 6)
Take the opportunity to meet, sell, and connect at Lakewood Chamber’s Business Expo!
Local businesses are encouraged to participate in Lakewood Chamber’s 2015 Business Expo at Lakewood Center on Saturday, June 13th.
On Saturday, June 13th from 9am to 2pm, the Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce will host its annual “Business Expo” in the exclusive Center Court at Lakewood Center. The 2015 Business Expo is a perfect opportunity for both local businesses and consumers in the surrounding areas to connect. The Expo is the only one of its kind to be supported by Lakewood Center and is an exclusive opportunity afforded only to the Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce. Business Opportunities: Showcase and sell your goods and/or services and reach an audience of thousands! The Expo allows vendors to actually sell their product right in the middle of the mall! Vendor booths can also be used for informational purposes; businesses can educate consumers about what their company has to offer.
By providing marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, business cards, etc. vendors can collect leads and referrals, which will stimulate the growth of local commerce in the Lakewood business community. Why should consumers and residents attend the Business Expo? Check out what local companies have to offer. The Expo is a great opportunity to explore local businesses while experiencing what goods and/or services they have with the option to purchase or just get familiar with the company. An 8’ x 10’ space includes one six-foot table with two chairs and the investment is only $100 for Lakewood Chamber Members, and $150 for Non-Chamber Members. (Electricity is available for an additional $25.) Call (562) 531-9733 for additional information, or to reserve your space.
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Veterans memorial enhances a timeless Lakewood value By Mayor Jeff Wood
As I write to you, I am putting the finishing touches on remarks I will deliver at Lakewood’s two Memorial Day ceremonies in Del Valle Park on May 25. I’ll remind residents and guests that the message on Lakewood entrance signs—Times Change, Values Don’t—fits perfectly for Memorial Day in our city. Our renovated and expanded veterans memorial—like our original one—helps Lakewood maintain our community value of remembering and honoring all those who have given their lives in service to our country. You will once again see on our memorial the names of the 43 young Lakewood residents who gave their lives during the Vietnam War, which was
the first war that affected the youth and the families of our then-young community 50 years ago. You will also continue to see the words of the poem “The Boys of Del Valle Park,” written as a tribute to those young people of early Lakewood and also as a reflection on all veterans past and present who have served their nation…and have given their lives in the process. While the feelings and community values behind our renovated memorial are timeless, there is much on it that is new. The memorial is now boldly designed in the theme of an aircraft carrier flight deck from the Korean War era to match the service history of our jet plane. The blue area around the plaza represents the water surrounding the carrier. Insignias of all our military services are installed around the memorial. The memorial was redesigned with such care and attention to detail that the concrete on the flight deck was made to look like wood, because carrier decks in the Korean War era were still made of wood. Our Douglas jet plane was restored with precision to include a carrier landing hook, working tail and wing lights, and colors and markings corresponding to the mission history of this particular plane. The number 11 is on the flight deck because that’s the number of
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www.lakewoodnews.org the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Intrepid, where our particular plane was once based. Our renovated memorial contains another special feature, one that many Lakewood residents participated in, and that’s the placement along the sides of over 1,000 bricks inscribed with the names of veterans who are remembered by people in our community. Additionally, there are several hundred bricks on the walkway at the east end of the memorial bearing the names of residents and groups showing their support for our memorial and our community. If you purchased a brick, thank you for adding to the deeply commemorative nature of Lakewood’s memorial. If you would like to order a brick to be installed at a future date, please call city staff at 562866-9771, extension 2140 or go to www.lakewoodcity.org/ veteransmemorial. This year, 51 years after our first Memorial Day commemoration in Del Valle Park, we have rededicated our memorial, with beautiful and inspiring new features. But it’s a memorial with the same enduring purpose we’ve always had in Lakewood. And that’s to remember and honor the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. As you wander around our memorial and see the names of veterans on commemorative bricks,
remember the hard work, the courage, the sacrifice, and in some cases the ultimate sacrifice that is symbolized there. And when you visit or drive by our memorial at night, take in a special feeling from the lights on the plane, the carrier deck and the memorial walls, and remember once again what is symbolized. And be certain that Lakewood--in generations past, in this generation today, and in generations ahead-will always remember and will always honor those who have served our nation and protected our freedom.
C i t y Spotlight Summer Sun, Professor Fun and Selfies! The new summer recreation catalog is available and registration is going on now. “Professor Fun” once again is your guide to all things fun in Lakewood by taking residents through the myriad opportunities for activities this summer. Ever the trendsetter, Professor Fun gets hip on the Lakewood recreation catalog this season by taking a selfie enjoying two of Lakewood’s most iconic summer activities – a concert in the park and Lakewood Youth Sports baseball. The Professor will also 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. Don’t delay registering for a summer of fun! Many popular courses fill early. Online and mail-in registration is going on now. Phone-in and walk-in registration begins Monday, June 8. Call 562866-9771, 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 – flag football, skate boarding, scooter
camp, soccer, softball, 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. New this summer, Softball Skills Camp, for girls ages 7 through 13 years old, will give participants the opportunity to sharpen their skills in fielding, batting, base running and situational awareness. Camp is offered July 20 through 24 from 9am to 12pm at San Martin Park. Jump Start Youth Flag Football Camp, for ages 8 through 13, will teach participants basic and advanced fundamentals while learning to play in a team environment. Camp is offered July 13 through 17 and July 27 through 31 at Del Valle Park from 9am to 12pm. 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. Many are free, beginning June 26 and running through August 21. Activities include family swim, game night, theatre and a “FUNTastic Family Night” event which pairs live entertainment with dinner. Registration is required for most events. Go to www.lakewoodcity.org/ FinallyitsFriday for a listing of events. “The Lego Movie” Under the Stars Coming up on June 26 at 7pm for Finally It’s Friday is this wonderful movie night under the stars. Bring the entire family and enjoy an evening of FREE family fun under the stars at beautiful Monte Verde Park. “The Lego Movie” is an animated film about Emmet, an ordinary construction worker, who is tasked with saving the Lego universe. Join Emmet and his friends on a wild adventure to stop the evil tyrant, Lord Business. Movie length is 1 hour and 40 minutes. Guests can bring chairs, a blanket and a picnic and enjoy a fun evening with their families. Before the show, kids can win prizes by participating in fun activities. The movie begins 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.
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Is your teen ready for a summer job? By Jason Alderman
For many teens, there’s nothing more exciting than receiving the first paycheck from a summer job – a sure-fire ticket to fun and freedom. It’s also a
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closely, and “watch my back,” where the dog stands on the left side and faces backwards and if any one is coming from behind, the veteran is alerted. The year-long fundraising event directed by Gompers history teacher Matt Knowlton and councilor Fel Carbanaro went into full swing and took on a life of its own. The students and staff organized a carnival, T-shirt sales, movie night, nacho sales, dog tag sales, and more, throughout the year and ended up exceeding their goal by $1,500.00. The students were excited to see the passion the city of Lakewood has for its veterans. The additional $1,500.00 funding can be used to provide any veterinary care, or supplies that may be needed for the dog Gompers will sponsor. “It was exciting to see students, family, and community to support an effort that taught our students that they can contribute to making the world a better place,” said Fel Carbanaro, counselor. The students are looking forward to tracking the progress of their sponsored pup online, and they chose the name “Gator,” in honor of the Gompers school mascot.
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some necessary paperwork first. Working teens will need his or her own Social Security Number (SSN) to legally apply for a job. They will also need a SSN to open a bank account to deposit their paychecks. After that, it’s about encouraging teens to get a jump on their job search. The recent job market for American teens has been tough and investigating particular kinds of openings should start well in advance of summer hire. Networking is also important – teens can reach out to friends, neighbors and other trusted adults about potential jobs in the community. Also, it is never too early for teens to learn resume writing and job interviewing skills. Technology changes quickly, so tech-savvy teens may be
ahead of the game when it comes to searching for work online. Leading job search engines are a destination for seasonal job openings, and many allow users to customize searches for specific positions and employers. However, teens may need to be reminded about their social media activity before they begin any job search – anything a teen posts publicly on the Internet may be seen by a potential employer. A teen’s first job is a great opportunity to introduce budgeting, saving and long-term investment skills. Your child may be working over the summer to save for a particular desired item – a cellphone or a trip – or more extensive goals like future college expenses. When the job offer comes, there’s one more thing parents can do. Getting hired means a flurry of paperwork that can be confusing; parents can help their children review those documents before signature. Most will apply to tax withholding, but such
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documents might also include special workplace agreements that might not always be clear to young workers. When that first paycheck arrives, consider sitting down to inspect a teen’s first paper or electronic pay stub. Many people don’t understand their withholding even as adults, so children can benefit greatly from this lesson at the start of their working lives. Bottom line: A teen’s first summer job is a great way for parents and children to collaborate on job-hunting and money management skills that will produce benefits for a lifetime.
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A Memorial Day (and night) to remember!
Over 7,000 people gathered for two Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday, May 25 to rededicate the Lakewood Veterans Memorial Plaza at Del Valle Park. Attendees were treated to several surprises, including a loud and dramatic flyover of four T-6 World War II and Korean War propeller planes, and remarks from the son of a Marine Corps aviation hero who helped dedicate the Del Valle jet plane when it first came to Lakewood in 1959. At the larger, morning ceremony, an estimated 5,000 residents and guests saw the city’s renovated and expanded veterans memorial unveiled publicly for the first time. The memorial, designed in the theme of an aircraft carrier flight deck, included the Del Valle jet plane freshly painted and back from
a five-month refurbishment, and over 1,500 engraved bricks purchased in the name of veterans and Lakewood community members and groups. At the evening event, an estimated 2,000 residents and guests saw the memorial lit publicly for the first time. Lighting highlighted the memorial walls and plane, and the deck of the
aircraft carrier. American Legion Post 496 Commander Steve Murray served as master of ceremonies in the morning and evening. Members of that post, Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 8615, Disabled American Veterans Chapter 19 and Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 756 also took part in the events. Mayor Jeff Wood was the lead
speaker at both events. Wood thanked those involved with the design and building of the memorial and the renovation of the jet plane. “For these people, the project wasn’t just a job; it became a labor of love to build something that would honor our veterans in a powerful and special way. It’s a memorial with the same enduring purpose we’ve always had in Lakewood. And that’s to remember and honor the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.” Traditionally, Lakewood’s morning Memorial Day event has featured a guest keynote speaker from a Southern California military base. With the special rededication ceremony this year, keynote remarks were instead provided by three Lakewood residents who represented different eras of military service. Longtime resident and Vietnam veteran Bill Clapp spoke first, followed by Lakewood-raised Cont’d. on Pg. 6
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Care for mother and baby under one roof
The BirthCare Center at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach welcomes more than 6,000 babies and cares for more than 1,000 infants in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) each year. The Perinatal Special Care Unit is equipped with the latest monitoring technology to provide specialized care for high-risk pregnancies. It’s designed to provide a peaceful environment since many women faced with high-risk pregnancy may stay here several days or weeks, and sometimes even months before giving birth. Just down the hall from the Perinatal Special Care Unit is our level III NICU. This means, that if a baby needs to go to the NICU immediately following birth, they will not need to be transported to another hospital and away from mom since we provide the highest level of critical care possible. Miller Children’s & Women’s has everything a mom and baby could need under one roof.
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Consistent small acts equal success
Most of us want to accomplish something; do something that will make us feel successful in life. But sometimes the steps to get there seem overwhelming, so we do nothing. Whatever we want is possible. All we have to do is take one small step, do one small act repeatedly, toward that goal. It is those small acts that eventually create the success we seek. Imagine an empty glass. What if everyday we poured one teaspoon of water into the glass? It might take a while, but ultimately the glass would get full. It’s the consistency
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that makes any success possible. Don’t let an idea so big get the better of you. Put one step forward. And then another. Sooner or later you will accomplish your goal. The only way you won’t is if you give up. So don’t! Submitted by Rossana Snee, MFT. Follow her on Twitter @askjoshsmom, Askjoshsmom.com, and https://www. facebook.com/askjoshsmom.She is available in a therapeutic capacity, and also for speaking engagements. Ask about An Afternoon with Josh’s Mom!
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Sit back, relax and enjoy a Concert in the Park! The Concerts in the Park series this summer will kick off on June 18 with the ever-popular Motown sounds of Stone Soul. 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 on a Thursday evening 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.
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Del Valle Park rings with music on Thursdays this summer. (Concert schedule on pg. 1)
Platinum level sponsors are: • Glory Days Sports Grill • Kenny’s Auto Body-Towing • Lakewood Pan American Association • Piazza Family McDonald’s • VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital
Gold Level sponsors are:
• California Mentor • Mr. B’s Kettle Corn • Rotary Club of Lakewood • The Rinks - Lakewood ICE • VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital
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• Cleaning, x-rays and exam $75 (reg. $203, over 60% off) • Teeth Whitening $25 (reg. $195) with Cleaning, X-Rays & Exam • Now using Digital X-Rays!
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Afghanistan veteran Ethan Costin, with final remarks from Alexys Quiroz, the commanding cadet of Lakewood High School’s Navy Junior ROTC program who will be entering military service through the ROTC program as part of her college education. They each spoke on the meaning of their past (or future) service to their nation and on the importance to them of the Lakewood’s renovated veterans memorial. A special fourth keynote speech was provided by Bob Hoglind, son of the late Marine Corps Warrant Officer Hans Hoglind, who was a keynote speaker in Lakewood in 1959 at the ceremony when the city opened up the Del Valle jet as a piece of playground equipment. Twelve-year-old Bob Hoglind accompanied his father on that iconic Lakewood day. Hundreds of local children surprised event organizers and
pushed past the ceremonial ropes at the end of Warrant Officer Hoglind’s remarks to jump on the plane and begin playing on it more quickly and enthusiastically than anticipated. The plane was hugely popular with children, but survived as a playground toy on the ground for only a few months. It suffered a damaged nose and tail from all the play, and several children suffered broken arms or collar bones from falls from the canopy and wings. By early 1960, city leaders put the plane safely atop a pedestal where it became the centerpiece of the city’s original veterans memorial in 1964. The plane continued to inspire children’s imaginations for decades to come at what became unofficially known as “airplane park.” Hoglind’s presence and remarks at this year’s Memorial Day ceremony brought a nostalgic tear to the eyes of several longtime residents. Musical entertainment was provided at both the morning
www.lakewoodnews.org and evening ceremonies by the Golden Sands Chorus of Sweet Adeline’s International, an allfemale a cappella group based in Lakewood. The 30 members of the chorus at Memorial Day sang the National Anthem, America the Beautiful, and the Armed Forces Salute, which is a medley of the service songs of all five military branches. A video of the morning Memorial Day program produced by Lakewood CityTV can be seen starting June 3 at www. lakewoodcity.org/citytv and on channel 31 on Time Warner and Verizon FiOS. Photos of the morning and evening event can be viewed, emailed and downloaded for free starting June 3 at www.lakewoodcity.org/ communitygallery. For more information on the memorial and to learn how you can still order a memorial brick go to www.lakewoodcity. org/veteransmemorial or call Lakewood city staff at 562-8669771, extension 2140.
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Lakewood businesses: Supporting the Block Party since 2004
L.A. County’s second-largest retail center is Lakewood Center. It’s the city’s retail hub and a co-sponsor of twelve summers of the Civic Center Block Party celebration. The tradition started at Lakewood’s 50th Anniversary in 2004 and continues today. The Family Fun Zone starts at 4pm with dozens of local food vendors at Taste of Lakewood along Clark Avenue. Live music kicks off at 5pm and plays until the festivities conclude with a rousing fireworks extravaganza over Lakewood’s downtown at 9:15pm. You have a choice of where to shop. Consider Lakewood Center and the many Lakewood businesses when you make a purchase. Local merchants support events and programs like Volunteer Day, Project Shepherd, Summer Concerts in the Park and the Block Party
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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 the Beverage Garden. Live entertainment 5pm to 9pm The Zippers will rock Clark Avenue and the Civic Center starting at 5pm with a variety of pop and patriotic music. 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. 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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Green clean your home - simple Convenient hazardous and recipes for household cleaning e-waste drop-offs Every 2nd Saturday of the month made on your trash day. Bulky using non-toxic products from 9am to 2pm, Lakewood items may be put out the night
Many cleaning products contain ingredients and fragrances that can cause irritation and inflammation in the lungs for children with conditions like asthma and cystic fibrosis, and some may cause allergic reactions. General household cleaning tips: • When using a spray product, spray solution onto a cloth to contain the spray. • Keep windows/doors open and fans on when cleaning. • Use two pairs of cleaning gloves: • One for the bathroom • One for the rest of the home • Add fresh lemon juice to all cleaning recipes for a pleasant smell. • These recipes may require extra scrubbing. Household cleaners: Bathroom and kitchen sinks and toilet • Mix 1/2 cup borax and 1 gallon of water. • Mix 3 cups water with 1/4 cup Murphy’s Oil Soap®, and pour on clean cloth or sponge. • Wipe down the cutting board and countertops with distilled vinegar. • Mix baking soda and Murphy’s Oil Soap® as a paste, baking soda alone for scrubbing. Ovens • Mix 1 cup of baking soda with water to make a paste. • Spread inside oven walls, and let set for 30 minutes before scrubbing. • Do not use on self-cleaning ovens. Wood, tile, linoleum or vinyl flooring • Mix 2-3 capfuls of Murphy’s Oil Soap® in 1 bucket of warm water. Glass and mirrors • Mix 1 tablespoon of vinegar with 1 quart of water and apply to window with a cloth or sponge. Laundry • Before adding clothes, add 1/4 cup laundry detergent, and 1/4 cup borax or baking soda to washer filled completely with water. Carpet Stains • Soak stain with hydrogen peroxide. Let it bubble for a few minutes and scrub. Mold and Mildew
• For bathtub, shower walls and curtain, mix 1 part vinegar and 2 parts water. Let sit and then scrub. Crayon Markings • Moisten a cloth with vinegar and rub. By using non-toxic cleaners you’re improving the lung health of your child and potentially preventing asthma attacks, lung infections and allergic reactions. Maintaining a clean, safe environment is a large part of managing a child’s lung condition at home. For more information on managing your child’s lung condition at home, visit MillerChildrens.org/Pulmonary.
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 13 and will accept household toxics like paints, insecticides, chemicals, e-waste, sharps and used cooking and motor oil. EDCO reminds Lakewood residents they are entitled to six free bulky-item pickups a year at their home. To schedule a pickup, call EDCO at 562-531-3054 no later than 3:30pm the day before your normal trash pickup. Once scheduled, pickups are typically
before your pickup. They must be ready by 6am on the day of the pickup. The bulky-item pickup program is intended for things like used furniture, appliances, mattresses,
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e-waste and broken-down boxes tied in twine, but not for building materials. Donating items to worthy causes is also strongly encouraged. A list of potential charities is online at www. lakewoodcity.org/bulkystuff.
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The Outsiders knocked it out of the park and took home the championship trophy!
The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce’s spring softball season has come to an end with The Outsiders taking home the championship trophy! The Lakewood Chamber’s softball league is a great way for businesses to network in a healthy competitive game of softball. We are gearing up for the summer league with team registrations due by June 17th, and Opening Day will be on June 24th. If any business is interested in putting together a team, call Frank Cardiel at the Lakewood Chamber office at (562) 531-9733 for more information. Congratulations to the Outsiders!
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Take your furry friend to Bow Wow and Meow Days The first of two summer pet care events in Lakewood is a Bow Wow and Meow Day on Wednesday, June 3. The event runs from 6pm until 8pm at the Civic Center/Angelo M. Iacoboni Library parking lot at 4990 Clark Ave., just south of city hall. An expanded Bow Wow and Meow Day on Sunday, July 19 at Rynerson Park from 11am to 2pm will include a new Pet Fair featuring on-site spay and neutering services. The June 3 event features Bow Wow and Meow Day staples of convenient pet licensing, vaccinations at a discount and microchipping. This convenient one-stop event is intended to help pet owners with pet licensing and care needs. Flea control products and information regarding lowcost spaying/neutering and health care for dogs and cats will also be on hand. 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. The event is a convenient opportunity to receive maximum health care protection for animal companions at affordable prices. Pet owners get savings on required rabies vaccinations, priced at $6 each, plus a disposal fee. (Additional vaccinations are available for a fee.) Dog owners who have current
licenses may purchase a new license at the clinic. Click www. lakewoodcity.org/pets for more information about pet services and pet adoption. The expanded Bow Wow and Meow Days Pet Fair on July 19 at Rynerson Park will host the Lucy Pet Foundation, which will perform low-cost on-site veterinary surgeries by appointment. Signups begin in June. The event also includes special pet adoption opportunities, education and activities for children. Co-sponsored by the city and Lakewood’s animal control and care contractor, the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA), the pet medical care will be by appointment only.
Appointments can be scheduled in June for the July event as more information is available. Book your pet’s low cost spay/neuter appointment by calling (855) 499-5829 or emailing info@ lucypetfoundation.org
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Lakewood resident is still simply fabulous at 100!
lipstick! Corrinne has led a full life of joy, love, fun and family. She’s currently planning her next big adventure. She’s always learning and willing to try new things, and with that attitude - Corrinne will be gracing Lakewood with her beauty for years to come!
Lakewood resident, Corrinne Broeker at her 100th birthday celebration on May 3rd at the Sycamore Centre.
“Dreaming of the Good Life?” beckoned one Lakewood Park advertisement. Homeownership was a dream come true for Lakewood’s original homebuyers and that rang true for Corrinne Broeker and her husband, Russell. Corrinne loved Lakewood; the city reminded her of the small town feel she was used to growing up in South Dakota. Corrinne and Russell settled in nicely to their brand new Lakewood home where they met all of their neighbors, and had two beautiful daughters – Candace and Kimberly. Aside from working for nearly 60 years at General Telephone Company, and for years she also sold cosmetics for Viviane Woodard Cosmetics. She always felt it was important for women to look their best all the time. She would often tell her daughters and granddaughter, “always wear lip stick and present yourself looking beautiful.” Corrinne celebrated her 100th birthday on May 3rd at the Sycaremore Centre in Lakewood, where she enjoyed a huge celebration with 150 people stopping by to extend their birthday wishes. Corrinne looked fabulous in her favorite pink sparkly dress, and says, “I have to live forever to share my beauty with the world!” Corrinne still lives in her original Lakewood home with her daughter Candace and her daughter, Kimberly, lives just across the street. Corrinne and her husband, Russell, were married for 50 years, before he passed away in 1990. Corrinne does not look near her 100 years, and she’s as sharp as a tack! Her secret is to take care of your skin by always wearing sunscreen and moisturizer. But most importantly … never go out of the house without your
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Lakewood’s Coastal Dog Grooming Suttons Barber Shop is ready to pamper your pooch welcomes new barber Bring your dog to Coastal Dog Grooming located at 11128 Del Amo Boulevard, just west of the 605 Freeway. Your precious pup can get clipped, washed and dried and you can leave with a happy and clean furry friend. Stop by and welcome them to the community!
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La De Da Salon located at 11126 Del Amo Blvd in Lakewood has opened their doors for business. The community is welcome to schedule a hair appointment at anytime by calling/texting Natasha at (310) 897-7734. La De Da Salon would like to invite the community to their upcoming events: • Blowdry Party Thursday June 18 from 6pm-8pm. Learn how to master blowdrying your hair. There’s a $25 cover charge (can be used towards product purchase). Call (310) 897-7734 to reserve your spot. Feel free to bring a friend! • Grand Opening Party Saturday July 11 from 10am12pm. Bring friends and family out for a great time! Food, music, prizes, and more!
Dick is the new barber at Suttons Barber Shop in Lakewood.
Suttons Barber Shop, located at 5448 Del Amo Blvd, a long time fixture in Lakewood, has added a new employee to their shop. Dick McClenahan is the new addition; he has solid skills and a good base of business. Dick is as an experienced haircutter with over 35 years under his barber belt. Dick has honed his craft and learned much over the years and is excited to be working alongside his long-time friend, Jeff Sutton. Dick says, “ I enjoy it here, the city is amazing. I also enjoy working with Jeff. He used to work for me a number of years ago, and we get along very well. I’m very happy where I am now.” Stop by Suttons Barber Shop for a haircut or straight razor shave, and welcome Dick to the neighborhood!
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Lakewood welcomes WaBa Grill to the city! They are located at 4144 1/2 Woodruff Ave in the Vons shopping area between Harvey Way and Carson Street. Their motto is “Eat Smart, Be Healthy” and will feature teriyaki bowls with chicken, beef steak, salmon and shrimp. Stop by and welcome them to the neighborhood!
Learn how to save on your energy bills Energy Upgrade California® is a state initiative to help Californians take action to save energy and conserve natural resources, help reduce demand on the electricity grid, and make informed energy management choices at home and at work. The initiative comes as part of the Governor’s plan to lower California’s carbon emissions and raise the amount of electricity generated from renewable sources. Please join us June 13th at the Lakewood Center Mall where your local community ambassador ACCES (Association of California Community & Energy Services) will explain how Energy Upgrade California® is your one-stop shop for tools, programs, information and rebates that can be used to make your homes and/or small business more comfortable while saving energy and money. Two presentations will be provided at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. For more information about the Energy Upgrade CA initiative please visit www. EnergyUpgradeCA.org.
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Two family fun summer events ride into Lakewood
BMX stunt bike team coming to Mayfair Park. Summer fun and safety are the focus of two free events on Saturday, June 20 at Mayfair Park. Opening day ceremonies for Lakewood Youth Sports and the annual Lakewood
Public Safety and Bike Safety Expo will be held together. They include fun activities for the whole family. LYS opening day ceremonies start at 10am at Mayfair Park’s
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Lisa Fernandez Field. At 10:30am, players are free to enjoy a range of carnival games and activities including bouncers, a DJ and a rockclimbing 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.”
A reminder of American Flag etiquette
Federal law stipulates many aspects of flag etiquette. The section of law dealing with American Flag etiquette is generally referred to as the Flag Code. Some general guidelines from the Flag Code answer many of the most common questions: • The flag should be lighted at all times, either by sunlight or by an appropriate light source. • The flag should be flown in fair weather, unless the flag is designed for inclement weather use. • The flag should never be dipped to any person or thing. It is flown upside down only as a distress signal. • The flag should not be used for any decoration in general. Bunting of blue, white and red stripes is available for these purposes. The blue stripe of the bunting should be on the top. • The flag should never be used for any advertising purpose. It should not be embroidered, printed or otherwise impressed on such articles as cushions, handkerchiefs, napkins, boxes, or anything intended to be discarded after temporary use. Advertising signs should not be attached to the staff or halyard. • The flag should not be used as part of a costume or athletic uniform, except that a flag patch may be used on the uniform of military personnel, fireman, policeman and members of patriotic organizations. • The flag should never have any mark, insignia, letter, word, number, figure, or drawing of any kind placed on it, or attached to it. • The flag should never be used for receiving, holding, carrying, or delivering anything. • When the flag is lowered, no part of it should touch the ground or any other object; it should be received by waiting hands and arms. To store the flag it should be folded neatly and ceremoniously. • The flag should be cleaned and mended when necessary. • When a flag is so worn it is no longer fit to serve as a symbol of our country, it should be destroyed by burning in a dignified manner.
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Seniors should take advantage of Lakewood’s Health and Information Fair
Weingart Senior Center is a hub for senior information and activities. Lakewood’s Senior Health Fair will be held Friday, June 19, from 10am to noon at the Weingart Senior Center at 5220 Oliva Avenue (just south of Candlewood Street and west of Lakewood Boulevard).
Thank you Lakewood volunteers! The City of Lakewood would like to thank all the volunteers who worked at this year’s Lakewood Volunteer Day on Saturday, April 18. Hitting the streets to help were more than 500 workers, including community organizations, church groups, school teams, scouts, business people, and volunteer city crews. Volunteers’ ages ranged from six to 66. They contributed time and energy to improving 26 private homes and two Lakewood schools. The industrious volunteers planted, weeded and cleaned. They removed overgrown vegetation and trimmed trees. They replanted flowerbeds, painted porches and windowsills, installed new sprinkler heads 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 faced. Thanks to everyone for a job well done!
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 15. Health screenings typically featured include: - Hearing tests - Balance testing - Spinal and scoliosis screenings - Glucose and blood pressure testing - Cholesterol screening - Massage therapy - Body fat analysis - Trigger point and muscular health - Stroke risk questionnaire - Hand spa
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• Disneyland California Resident Park Hopper Tickets are now available at Lakewood Center. Save time and money by purchasing your Disneyland Park Hopper tickets at Guest Services located in Center Court. Contact (562) 6330290 for more info. • The Lakewood Women’s Club will hold its Fireworks Stand from July 1-4 at the corner of Del Amo Blvd & Paramount Ave. This is their yearly fundraiser. The sales will be open from 9am to 9pm each day. This is the main fundraiser for this organization. For more information, call Barbara Eddington at (562) 429-0044. • Language Camps for Kids and Teens: Grammar, Literacy, Conversation, Music, Art, Cooking and More! Super Spanish for Kids Culinary Camp™ Late June 2015 Lakewood Parks and Recreation $169.00 for 5 mornings; $25 materials fee. Reserve Your Spot Today! Academic Learning and Languages Amyberger@ca.rr.com (562) 833-3115.
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Congratulations to Ken Schultz and Jack Allen! They are the lucky winners of the May Sudoku contest. To be eligible, print your name, address and phone number on a letter size (8½ x 11) piece of paper, cut the finished puzzle from the newspaper and tape onto the paper. Mail entries to: Lakewood Community News P.O. Box 160, Lakewood, CA 90714. Or drop it by the Chamber office at #24 Lakewood Center Mall (right next to See’s Candies). The winners are drawn by random. One entry per household; the answers must be postmarked no later than Tuesday, June 23, 2015. The winners will be drawn on Wednesday, June 24th, 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.
You may have thought I didn’t see, Or that I hadn’t heard, Life lessons that you taught to me, But I got every word. Perhaps you thought I missed it all, And that we’d grow apart, But Dad, I picked up everything, It’s written on my heart. Without you, Dad, I wouldn’t be The person I am today; You built a strong foundation No one can take away. I’ve grown up with your values, And I’m very glad I did; So here’s to you, dear father, From your forever grateful kid.
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Taking action with skin cancer on the rise
With the return of warmer weather and longer days, it’s good to remember that temperatures aren’t the only thing on the rise. Skin cancer rates continue to increase and cause more deaths each year, with one in five Americans expected to develop skin cancer in a lifetime.
Early illegal fireworks reports encouraged The Lakewood Sheriff’s Station reminds residents to celebrate the Fourth of July safely by not using illegal fireworks and not tolerating those who do. The only fireworks that are legal in Lakewood are those that are rated “Safe and Sane.” Safe and Sane fireworks can be purchased from any authorized firework stand including those in Lakewood. Be sure to look for the fireworks sale permit and State of California Fire Marshal’s seal that all stands are required to display. Fireworks bought in other states, over the Internet, or from any other source are illegal. Legal fireworks may be only discharged on July 4th between 10am and 11pm. Lakewood will continue to target violators this year by deploying extra deputies on July 4. The “zero tolerance” policy means everyone they catch violating the law will be cited. Most violations carry a fine of $1,000. As a reminder, homeowners or tenants can and will be held responsible for what occurs on their property. To support the Sheriff’s efforts in suppressing the use of illegal fireworks, you can report problem locations now. If you know of a person/residence with a history of unruly/unsafe celebrations that are not in compliance with the law, please report it by calling the July 4th Tip Hotline at 562-866-9771, extension SAFE (7233). Please provide as much information as possible about the person, location and violation. You can also email the information to service1@Lakewoodcity.org. Your information will remain confidential and the sooner you report this information, the better! If you observe the sale or use of illegal fireworks, call the Lakewood Sheriff’s Station at 562-623-3500 immediately.
Despite progress in the fight against cancer, it is clear further education on skin cancer prevention and treatment is still needed. The U.S. Surgeon General’s recent “Call to Action to Prevent Skin Cancer” study is a promising step in urging cooperative action to help advance
the national goal of preventing skin cancer. These reports show tanning bed use remains common, and teens use less sunscreen now than they did ten years ago. More people develop skin cancer because of tanning than develop lung cancer because of smoking. Fortunately, progress in treatment has rapidly accelerated in the past few years due to an improved understanding of how skin cancer forms. It began at the turn of the century when scientists identified proteins that play a critical role in how skin cells multiply and grow. • In basal cell carcinoma, the most common type of skin cancer, scientists learned that damage to skin cells caused by UV radiation can lead to mutations in a group of proteins important for cell growth. As a result, excess signals among these proteins cause the cells to rapidly multiply, ultimately forming a cancerous tumor. In rare cases, basal cell
carcinoma can become advanced by invading surrounding tissue or spreading to other parts of the body and cannot be treated with surgery or radiation. Doctors now know how to use medicines specifically designed to block the excess signals occurring in cancer cells in nearly all of these advanced cases. • In 2002, scientists discovered a mutation in a protein responsible for half of all advanced cases in melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer. In just ten years after this discovery, the FDA approved
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medicines targeting this mutation. Recently, other medicines have also become available to reduce the likelihood the cancer will stop responding to treatment, and additional research has produced promising medicines that activate the immune system to fight the cancer. As seasons change and UV rays grow stronger, it is essential for preventative measures to mirror the recent strides in treatment development. On both fronts research presses onward, aiming to reverse the rising tide of this deadly disease.
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