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January 25, 2009
OLIVIA GARCIA
PUBLISHER’S NOTE
Celebrando
A new year, new beginning
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fter more than 13 years of marriage, my husband, Julio, and I are learning to be new parents again. Our last son, Cruz, is 4 months old. He joins three other brothers, who are 2, 10 and 11 in age. Life at nuestro casa is a bit hectic. We are operating on less sleep, adjusting to our infant’s schedule. We are managing full-time jobs, a toddler learning to speak in complete sentences, and two busy-body elementary boys who love sports and science. It almost feels like the Garcias are starting a new beginning this year, and sabes que, it’s pretty exciting!
That’s how I feel with this year’s MÁS. In your hands is our first issue of the year. We are now monthly with a new distribution model. If you want to get your hands on MÁS each month, then be sure to pick up a copy of the fourth Sunday edition of The Bakersfield Californian, available at newsstands throughout the city. In addition, Californian subscribers in targeted zip codes will also receive MÁS. If you don’t subscribe to The Californian or miss the Sunday paper, then look inside this issue for a list of rack locations that will carry MÁS through the rest of month until the February issue is published. Inside this issue to kick off
2009, you will read about the inspiring story of Dr. Rebecca Rivera; the Cesar Chavez and Thorner magnet programs (my boys and my nieces are products of these schools!); King Leo’s Pizza’s 25th anniversary; and Noe G’s list of places to be in town. As part of our partnership with the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, please see their newsletter inside. MÁS Magazine is also hosting the next Hispanic Chamber mixer on Thursday, Feb. 19 (details on page 24). If you would like to attend the business gathering, please set up a profile on masbakersfield.com and we’ll send out an e-mail reminder. Hope to see you there!
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CONTENTS
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6 Business King Leo’s Pizza to mark 25th anniversary with royal treatment for loyal patrons
9 Música Remembering ‘The day the music died,’ 50 years later
12 Education Magnet school students participate in special arts & science programs that teach beyond standardized tests
14 Deportes
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Sports columnist Eddie Ronquillo on the sweet science of boxing
16 Cover story Bakersfield doctor Rebecca Rivera encourages Latinas to follow their dreams
26 In the Mixx
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Our own Noe G. clues you in on where to be seen in February
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STAFF EDITORIAL Olivia Garcia Publisher ogarcia@bakersfield.com 395-7487 Natalie Erlendson Managing Editor nerlendson@bakersfield.com Teresa Adamo Associate Editor tadamo@bakersfield.com Matt Muñoz Staff Writer mmunoz@bakersfield.com
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS NOE GARCIA, HALEY JOHN, EDDIE RONQUILLO
ART Nicole Eure Design Editor neure@bakersfield.com Glenn Hammett Design Editor ghammett@bakersfield.com
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS TANYA X. LEONZO, ROD THORNBURG
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By Tanya X. Leonzo
L O C A L N EWS
NOTICIAS
Longtime Kern County employee named Budget & Finance director
Wasco High grad elected to San Diego Sigma Chi Alumni Executive Board
Gloria Dominguez, a veteran Kern County administrator, has been appointed as the County’s Budget and Finance Director. In her new position, Dominguez will oversee the preparation and monitoring of an annual budget totaling $2 billion that includes a broad range of Dominguez State-mandated programs and many essential local services such as law enforcement, fire protection, roads, airports, landfills, parks, and libraries. Dominguez, who was a senior administrative analyst in the County Administrative Office, has 12 years of
Wasco High (‘98) and University of the Pacific (‘02) graduate, Anthony Bernal II, son of Tony and Connie Bernal (Wasco, CA), has been elected to the 2009 San Diego Sigma Chi Alumni Chapter Executive Board. Sigma Chi Fraternity (EX) is one of the largest and oldest all male, Greeklettered social fraternities. Sigma Chi was founded on June 28, Bernal 1855 at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Sigma Chi’s purpose is to promote the concepts of Friendship, Justice, and Learning; its mission statement is to develop values-based leaders committed to the betterment of character, campus and community. Currently, there are 133 alumni chapters located all throughout the US and Canada.
accounting and management experience with the County. She joined the Kern County Superior Courts in 1996 as an administrative services officer and served the District Attorney’s Office in the same capacity from 2000 until 2006, when she joined the Budget and Finance Division of the County Administrative Office. “I am very pleased that the County budget and the programs it supports are in Gloria Dominguez’ extremely capable hands,” County Administrative Officer Ron Errea said in announcing the appointment. “She knows every aspect of program budgeting, policy analysis, and finance, and she will be a valuable leader as the County seeks to maintain quality services to the public while handling the fiscal challenges that confront us.”
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BUSINESS
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Tom Cervantes, store manager, oversees the action at King Leo’s Pizza on Mt. Vernon Avenue in northeast Bakersfield. B Y T E R E S A A D A M O | MÁS staff
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ardon the opening pun, but this is a case where it really works: Visit King Leo’s Pizza and you’re sure to receive the “royal treatment.” By serving their customers like kings, queens, princes and princesses, this northeast Bakersfield family favorite remains a thriving local business that, in February, will celebrate a momentous business milestone — its 25th anniversary. At the heart of King Leo’s is the neighborhood pizza parlor’s friendly store manager, Tom Cervantes — a familiar and beloved fixture at the business for all of those 25 years. Over the last quarter of a century, Cervantes has worked at King Leo’s — on Columbus Street in the Lowe’s shopping center — with as many as 15 different members of his family,
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Crowning
glory King Leo’s Pizza to mark 25th anniversary, thanks to good food, good people & royal treatment for loyal patrons including siblings, numerous cousins, even his own daughters. “I just happen to be the one who made a career out of it,” said Cervantes from behind the counter of King Leo’s during a busy Sunday afternoon shift. “It started as
an after-school job and I just kept working … I never turned back and it’s been an interesting road.”
IN THE BEGINNING Back when he went by “Tommy,” Cervantes started out as a 16-year-old High-
land High student bussing tables at then-Peter Piper Pizza, a franchise that local businessman Leo Kent owned and operated, later converting it to King Leo’s Pizza. Kent passed away about two years ago, but he left a lasting impression on his protégé, Cervantes, who credits him for laying the foundation of success for the popular pizza place. Cervantes eventually worked his way up to cook and the early morning prep work, which included making the fresh, hand-tossed pizza dough — quite a responsibility for a teenager. Employees at King Leo’s typically make 1,500 pounds of dough per week, and thanks to the kitchen’s multi-level rotating ovens, serve 150 to 200 pizzas on a typical Friday night. “If you didn’t show up on
time and get that dough going, then we’d all be in big trouble with a lot of people unhappy,” said Cervantes, now 42, and the store manager at King Leo’s for the last 12-plus years. For the 24-member crew currently at King Leo’s, “unhappy” just won’t cut it. “Our goal is to be different than that ‘corporate feel’ found at bigger restaurants,” Cervantes said. “We’re definitely family-oriented and we want to customize a customer’s experience with our level of service, to take those extra steps for them.” For example, Cervantes recalled a discerning customer who always ordered jalapenos on his pizza and at one point, King Leo’s started using a different brand of the peppers. The customer noticed, but not in a good way. The solution? Switch back to the customer’s preferred brand, of course. “If you didn’t like something, we make it right,” said Cervantes, adding that the top picks of pizzas are hands-down pepperoni (for the kids) and combination (for the adults). “We want you to leave happy because we know that will bring you back.”
JUST LIKE FAMILIA “Hey, brother! What’s happening?” said Cervantes, extending his hand to greet a King Leo’s patron heading to the TV room where an NFL play-off game was being broadcasted. “Great, great — how are you doing?” the man tells Cervantes, returning the firm handshake. Turns out this customer is also a former employee — as a teen, George Espinoza used to work for Cervantes. “I lived just down the street,” Espinoza said. “This was my first job as a teenager — it was great: free pizza, free video games.” Working at King Leo’s offered all that as well as the opportunity to get a good sense of the grown-up world, according to Espinoza. “I was in charge of the front area and had to make sure we always kept everything clean,” he said. “For a kid, it was a big deal to work here and we learned a lot about what it meant to do a good job.” Nowadays, Espinoza comes in as a customer whenever he craves his King Leo’s favorite — an olive and mushroom pizza. The bonus is running into his former boss and current friend, Cer-
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When it comes to keeping customers happy, each of King Leo’s 24-member crew takes a slice of the pie and serves it with a smile.
vantes. “These people are so loyal to us and we’re loyal right back to them,” Cervantes said. “From our employees to our customers, we’re all extended family to each other — we really get to know everyone.” Like familias do, there is much celebration to be done together at King Leo’s — quite the popular place for birthday parties, baby showers and gatherings for major sports events. Not surprisingly, the kid-friendly game area — which includes prize tickets that can be traded for toys and trinkets — is a big draw. Despite the current economic downturn, the fiestas and family dinners out at King Leo’s continue just as if it were good financial times. “All of us have taken some kind of hit from this economy in some way,” Cervantes said. “But as far as our business here, we’re as busy as ever — this is a family place where we’re loyal to our customers and they’re loyal right back to us.” In fact, King Leo faithfuls flock to the restaurant all days of the week, not just the weekends, taking advantage of long-running specials that include second pizza discounts and extra game tokens, Cervantes said. He estimated about 95 percent of his customer base is Hispanic and that many of those Latino families are bringing in the next generation for their various celebrations. “Just look at what we’ve got booked next weekend — we’re completely full,” said Cervantes, opening his party calendar appointment book loaded with
name after name for reserved events. When the staff at King Leo’s isn’t hosting pizza parties, they’re often giving school tours — a huge hit with students from nearby campuses such as College Heights — or providing weekly pizza lunches for kids at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School. And while his customers are certainly like family, Cervantes’ employees over the years have included actual relatives, including his (and wife, Diane’s) daughters: Felicia, 23; Adrienne, 21; and Victoria, 17. Adrienne continues to pick up a shift or two each week at King Leo’s.
LONGEVITY AT LEO’S In addition to Cervantes’ longtime service, there are several other employees who have also remained with King Leo’s above and beyond typical restaurant staff work histories. Rick Paszko, the general manager, has also put in 25 years at King Leo’s, while another employee, Nathan Molina, has been with the company for 10 years. On Jan. 5, there was an employee appreciation dinner — no, pizza was not on the menu, tri-tip was served instead — where all the King Leo workers were recognized for their hard work. Assistant Manager Juan Ramirez gives much of the credit for that hard work to the motivation and leadership that Cervantes provides. “He’s the man,” Ramirez said of Cervantes. As King Leo’s 25th anniversary approaches, plans are in the works to throw a party for the community to thank them for their years of support, Cervantes said. January 25, 2009
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HEALTH
PHOTO COURTESY OF PASADENA TOURNAMENT OF ROSES
A rose on the Donate Life float in the 2009 Rose Parade was dedicated to Carlos Ortiz Jr.
The gift of life Organ donor honored at the 2009 Rose Parade 2006. Ortiz’s family chose to donate his organs. The family of the recipient who n New Year’s Day, Irma Boyar — received Carlos’ heart dedicated a like many other people — bloom on the 2009 Donate watched the Life float in Carlos’ memory. grand tradition of the OneLegacy, a nonprofit 2009 Rose Parade play out organ and tissue recovery on live TV from the comagency, arranged for the fort of her living room. gesture. She saw the scenes of “As I watched, I reached floral-filled floats, marchout and touched it (the ing bands and the celeimage of the float on TV) bration associated with and I cried,” Boyar said. “I the annual event that was grateful that the recipirevolves around the Rose ent had honored my son in Bowl college football this way.” game in Pasadena, Calif. Through OneLegacy, — all joyful sights. Carlos Ortiz Jr. donor families and recipiThen, the Donate Life ents may correspond anonymously float entry came into view and a bitterwith each other, according to specified sweet mix of pride and loss overcame guidelines. To gain “peace of mind,” Boyar because one of the thousands of Ortiz’s twin sister, Carla Andrews, began rose blooms on that float represented to write to the recipients who received her son, Carlos Ortiz Jr., 31, who died as her brother’s kidneys, liver and heart. a result of an early morning car acciEventually, Andrews, along with Boyar dent in downtown Bakersfield May 7, B Y T E R E S A A D A M O | MÁS staff
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and Ortiz’s other sister, Michelle Berumen, were able to meet the recipient of Carlos’ heart in December 2007. Ortiz’s family learned that the 62year-old man, who now has their son/brother’s heart, had been on the transplant list for quite some time and his health was failing rapidly. After the transplant, the man was able to return to work and now enjoys a renewed life with his family, thankful for the ultimate gift he received from a young man from Bakersfield. Boyar and her daughters continue their involvement with OneLegacy and tell others about their support of organ donation in hopes of spreading the good word — before a person’s family is faced with the decision in the midst of a tragedy. “I truthfully never thought about it. That day (that Carlos died), there were no questions, no discussions we — my daughters and I — just knew we had to do it. We knew Carlos would have wanted to help others this way,”Boyar said. According to OrganDonor.gov, more than 95,000 people are in need of an organ for transplant. More than half the people on the waiting list for a donated organ are racial or ethnic minorities. Chances of getting a transplant increase if donor and recipient share the same racial/ethnic background. However, minorities are three times less likely than caucasians to sign up as donors with the Donate Life California Registry according to Bryan Stewart, a OneLegacy spokesman. Boyar remains comforted by the fact that her son’s life — and his death — had such great meaning. “I tell people how proud I am of my son just knowing that a little part of him lives on through the four people that he helped,” Boyar said. “Can you imagine four people out there still enjoying their lives when they were so sick before the gift was made?” Boyar also said she’s proud that her son was honored for his gift of life at the 2009 Rose Parade and that he would have approved.
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Y
MÚSICA
music lives on The
Feb. 3 marks the 50th anniversary of the plane crash that changed rock 'n' roll, but the music and the musicians behind the hits are as important as ever By MATT MUNOZ | MÁS staff
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ou've heard the song, but do you remember the story? On a cold stormy night, Feb. 3, 1959, three of rock music's most popular and up-and-coming stars took a plane ride, never to return. Frustrated with tour bus conditions after a gig the night before at Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, rock hitmaker Buddy Holly, along with teen idol Ritchie Valens and radio personality turned music star J. P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson, decided that after the night’s show they would board a small charter craft headed to their next gig in Hector Airport in Fargo, North Dakota. On their way to their destination, the plane crashed into a cornfield, killing all four passengers, including pilot Roger Peterson. Immortalized in movies, “The Buddy Holly Story” (1978) with actor Gary Busey as Holly, as well as “La Bamba” (1987) with Lou Diamond Phillips as Valens and Esai Morales as his brother Bob, many music fans will also forever associate the incident with Don McLean's 1971 jukebox staple, “American Pie” which was also covered by Madonna in 2000. While there is a ton of information available on the web
regarding the crash itself — everything from Buddy Holly's autopsy report to the official accident report — there are a lot of twist of fate stories sprinkled throughout, including future country legend Waylon Jennings losing his seat to Richardson, Ritchie Valens winning a coin toss to fly, and Dion DiMucci from Dion & The Belmonts choosing not to fly due to the price of the flight ($36), among other trivia bits. The influence of these talents on the history of popular music will always be felt and recognized. Guitarist Carlos Santana always cites Ritchie Valens as one of the reasons he picked up the guitar as a young Latino. Beatle Paul McCartney has paid tribute to Buddy Holly numerous times, even producing one of the best tribute projects available on Holly, entitled “The Real Buddy Holly.” And who can forget dancing to “La Bamba,” saying “Hellllloooo Babyyyy?” like the Big Bopper or screaming out “Rittchhhhieeee!” after hearing a Ritchie Valens song? Why not throw on those dancing shoes, turn on “Peggy Sue,” “Donna,” or one of your favorite tracks by these legends on Feb. 3, and maybe even raise a toast to the artists who gave us these immortal classics. January 25, 2009
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FITNESS
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ith the new year starting, many of you are following your resolution to get back in shape. Fitness is important, but there is one thing to keep in mind as you move to a better you: metabolism. It is impossible to know how many calories to eat unless you know how many calories your body is expending on a daily basis. Everyone needs to know this information due to the rigors that they endure on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. A surplus of calories will cause weight gain. A deficiency in calories may also cause adults to become lethargic and display a decrease in energy due to malnutrition. Metabolic testing is a simple, noninvasive method used to determine a person’s current body composition, caloric needs and exercise prescription.
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EDUCATION TANYA X. LEONZO / SPECIAL TO MAS
The Cesar Chavez School’s magnet program has led to many academic successes.
The draw of
magnet schools
By NATALIE ERLENDSON | MÁS staff
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In 1971, Sharon Roxburgh began her career as a teacher in Montreal, Canada, only a few years after an 8-foot-tall yellow bird and grouchy, green trash-loving “thing” moved onto 123 Sesame Street and into televisions around the world, spearheading the development of nontraditional teaching methods. “I remember we were allowed to show ‘Sesame
Street’ in the classroom,” Roxburgh said. “And what it taught us all was that the world was this big melting pot.” At that time — at least in the United States — many classrooms did not reflect the multicultural society that was developing in our cities or being portrayed by the yellow, orange and green characters of Sesame Street. Then came magnet schools.
According to Publicschoolreview.com, an online Web site that provides parents detailed information about U.S. schools and programs, magnet schools were developed in the ‘60s and ‘70s to desegregate public schools. The special program came to Bakersfield almost 25 years ago, according to Steve Gabbitas, spokesman for the Bakersfield City School District (BCSD). The schools allow students who are not within the usual school boundaries to attend — based on a first-come, firstserve application process and a very long waiting list. The draw? Stellar academic programs, normally delivered after school, that entail performing arts and science — subjects taught less and less in traditional classroom settings as schools must focus on standardized test performances in math and reading as mandated by No Child Left Behind (NCLB) and as governmental budget deficits threaten programs that are seen as nice to have, but not necessary. Today, Roxburgh sees a well-stirred “melting pot” within the walls of the magnet program at Juliet Thorner School, where 60 percent of the students are Hispanic. “We supposedly started out with a white base, but now we have such a variety that no one even thinks about it,” Roxburgh said. It seems that magnet schools have achieved what they set out to do and in fact, according to Gabbitas, all schools within BCSD meet federal guidelines based on demographics. But magnet schools still play an important role in our public education system, especially when it comes to giving parents options as to what type of education they want their child to have. The focus of magnet schools today has moved from creating multicultural hubs of learning to creating centers for academic excellence known for specialized curricula that provide students with what many parents and magnet teachers say is a more well-rounded education. There are seven magnet schools in Bakersfield, each with a program that emphasizes either performing arts or science. Performing arts-based magnet programs, like the one found at Thorner, allow students to experience
TANYA X. LEONZO / SPECIAL TO MÁS
Fourth grader Mateo Garcia and classmate Preston Schwandt enjoy spending time at Chavez’s garden greenhouse.
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As opposed to just test, test, test, our children have a chance to taste the variey of life.”
everything from yoga and Mexican folk dance to drama, keyboarding (piano) and tap dance. “As opposed to just test, test, test, our children have a chance to taste the variety of life,” Roxburgh said. And their test scores might be just the better for it. Thorner has been acknowledged by the State of California as a Distinguished School three times for meeting NCLB Guidelines, Adequate
Yearly Progress (AYP) and Academic Performance Index (API) guidelines. “Children who take keyboarding tend to perform better at math,” Roxburgh said. “Studies show that music and math have a direct correlation to each other.” Participating in performing arts also seems to boost the kids’ confidence levels, something Thorner mom Eva Ramirez has seen with her son, firstgrader Andres. “It’s certainly improved his social skills. He interacts a lot more with kids and adults,” she said. And, Andres definitely loves school. “He always tells me, ‘Mom, don’t pick me up on time, pick me up late,’” Ramirez said. While Thorner is a breeding ground for future political leaders, CEOs and lawyers, science-based magnet programs like the one found at Cesar E. Chavez Science Magnet School are developing our next doctors, computer engineers and astronauts. “The two areas where we are weak as a country are math and science, yet most jobs require those skills,” said Adam Camps, program specialist for Cesar Chavez’s magnet program. “At Chavez, we’re giving our students a head start in learning those skills at the earliest level: elementary school.” Like Thorner, Chavez is a recognized Distinguished School and they recently received an API of 836 — one of the highest scores in Bakersfield. Students and parents also get to choose from a number of elective classes to take during the after-school program, though one of those choices must be a science. Camps will tell you there are lots of options: “Students participate in everything from biology to chemistry based activities, botany, horticulture, computer…” the list goes on. What makes these classes so much more engaging is the lab component, complete with hands-on activities, according to Chavez science teacher, Bruce Hamilton. “Most schools do not have lab time or there’s not even a dedicated time to teach science,” said Hamilton, who also tries to do unusual experiments with unexpected results that keep kids on the edge of their seats. Continued on Page 28 January 25, 2009
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DEPORTES
The
sweet
science of boxing By EDDIE RONQUILLO | Deportes columnist
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s a young Latino growing up on the east side of Bakersfield, I can remember the thrill and the excitement of being a young man who had the chance of being one of the guys. Boxing from back in the day made it happen. Whenever there was a big fight on the screen, I remember my mom
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would be in the kitchen making dinner, while my brother and I would be in our pajamas sitting on the floor. A couple of my uncles would be there hanging out and the cerveza would be flowing. We were all glued to the TV as they announced the rules of engagement. It was then that the magic would begin.
There’s a lot to be said about the sweet science of boxing: Back in the 80s, you witnessed 15 rounds of excitement, stamina, skills, style and of course, lots of heart. It was a time when incredible fights, legendary fights would be broadcasted on “ABC’s Wide World of Sports” for free. Legendary names like Salvador
If you’ve given up on the “sweet science” then read no more. You are a pessimist and we don’t need pessimist in this rough-and-tough sport. Sanchez, Julio Cesar Chavez, Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier and Bakersfield’s own Ruben Castillo... who is Ruben Castillo? I’ll give you a brief run down. Even though he wasn’t born here and spent a lot of time in the Arizona area we all consider Ruben as one of our own. He was one of the best featherweights the central valley has ever seen (or California for that matter) fighting opponents that have all been enshrined in the boxing hall of fame. I’ll name a few opponents that Ruben fought for championships that you may of heard of: Julio Cesar Chavez, Alexis Arguello, Salvador Sanchez and Juan Laporte. Although those fights didn’t go Rubens way he showed tremendous skill, heart and determination — a true warrior who gave his all. Ruben’s overall record stands at an incredible 70 wins, 10 losses and two draws with 38 of his wins coming by way of knockout. Ruben, as with all the other fighters I mentioned, made it easy to dream of becoming a champ someday; being a man, standing toe-to-toe in the middle of the ring to prove you could be the best in the world, opening other opportunities — including getting out the neighborhoods and giving back to those who brought us up. That feeling has never left. Although I only picked up the sport momentarily under the tutelage of local boxing legend Mr. Montellano, father of local boxing great Gonzalo Montellano (he challenged thenchampion Sean O’Grady and lost to an open-to-discussion critical decision), here I am some 25 years later and I still cannot wait to watch two incredibly dedicated individuals enter the ring and put their styles together and display their skills. As of late, the sport of boxing has taken somewhat of a black eye. Bad management, corrupt judges, too many divisions: WBC, IBF, WBA, etc.
Combine that with the new and exciting mixed martial arts action, a lot of boxing fans have just about given up. If you’ve given up on the “sweet science” then read no more. You are a pessimist and we don’t need pessimist in this roughand-tough sport. But if you’re like me and so many others who know that boxing will survive and stand the test of time, then read on. Each month, I will feature up-and-coming Latino fighters, local fighters and championship fights. I’ll also provide thoughts on previous fights and historic COURTESY PHOTO fights that most of the Abner Mares, a fighter to watch, with Bakersyounger generation didn’t field resident Eddie Ronquillo, right. have the opportunity to see. And I’ll also delve into other sports such as basetamweight Abner Mares, 17-0. ball and basketball, that also draw Trained by renowned trainer Ignacio Latinos’ attention. “Nacho”Beristain, this kid is exciting. But back to boxing. Okay, I know I had the chance to meet him at a there are not a lot of Tysons out there pre-fight party in Las Vegas. He was anymore, but have you heard of Mex- very committed to training and stayican Heavyweight Chris “The Nighting disciplined, a throwback for such mare” Arreola? a young fighter. He reminded me of a Fighting out of Riverside, he is former light flyweight champ out of ranked in the top 10 by three of the Phoenix, Ariz. by the name of four major governing bodies. Arreola Michael “Little Hands of Stone” Caris a 2001 champion of the National bajal, who I also had the privilege of Golden Gloves competition where meeting years ago. Arreola and the best amateurs in the nation Mares are two guys that can definitesquare off to see who is the best in ly light it up and will be ones to watch the U.S. He won that competition in 09. with only three months of training Send me your thoughts of potential after leaving the sport for three years. fighters to watch coming up in 2009 He may just be our country’s best and on Saturday, Feb. 7, don’t miss chance of reclaiming the heavyVic Darchinyan as he faces Jorge Arce weight division. Rumor has it that he on Showtime. will face Samuel Peter or unified title- — Sports columnist Eddie Ronquillo is a local holder Wladimir Klitschko this correctional officer sergeant and east Bakersfield product. Comments can be sent to spring. eddieronquillo@gmail.com Or have you heard about ban-
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MÁS | 15
The
right
dose
of
success By OLIVIA GARCIA | MÁS staff
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Bakersfield doctor fulfills dreams, encourages Latinas to follow theirs — no matter what
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s a UCLA grad holding onto a childhood dream to become a doctor, Rebecca Rivera found herself driving up and down California, searching for the right hospital to begin her medical training. Driving into Bakersfield for a medical residency interview at Kern Medical Center, Rivera found herself thinking of her mother, Angelina (Rivera), as she studied the crops lining Highway 99. She was reminded of the era when her mother, then in her late teens and early 20s, moved through the Central Valley, following the seasonal crops to cut grapes and to pick cotton. Suddenly, it made sense to work and live in Bakersfield. Suddenly, Rivera knew fate brought her here. “Literally, I knew that day I could see myself coming to Bakersfield,” said Rivera, now a wife, mother and owner of three local businesses, the Bakersfield Center for Women’s Health; the medical practice LINN; and the newly established laser and esthetics center, GLOW. That was almost 20 years ago. Now a husband, four children and the three businesses later, the 50year-old obstetrician and gynecologist epitomizes the symbol of focusing on your dream and reaching it, especially for young Latinas caught between two worlds. Rivera knows what that is like better than anyone. Her parents provided the foundation of hard-working ethics and celebrating her culture, but Rivera had to figure out how to navigate in an American up-and-coming world — beyond the fields of her mother and the auto laborer work that her father, Moises endured. She overcame statistics that worked against her ability to succeed.
BEATING THE ODDS Rivera grew up in South Central LA, an area where drive-by shootings, poverty and gang initiations were the norm. Even harder to bear was being a victim of a crime no one would deserve.
Rivera was a young, innocent 17year-old girl when two men kidnapped her at gunpoint a few blocks away from where she worked part time. They brutally beat her and raped her, only to take her back to the store with a plan to rob the place of money. “I thought I was going to die that night,” Rivera said. As she was being dragged back, her father and brother saw her and the men, who were in their 20s. They ran off, leaving her behind. The rapists were caught about a week later and served less than five years in prison. But the scars they left would live on for some time. For one, the incident disillusioned Rivera. She was ready to give up on herself, her dreams. Then, her family avoided the topic — a typical tact within the traditional Latino culture: Avoid the subject, then it goes away, or maybe, it never really happened. “The problem in our culture (is that) we suppress it,” Rivera said. “We need to talk about it. (Because the incident was never discussed in my family), it didn’t allow me to heal as quickly as I should have. “That was the hard part. I still had to go through shame, anger, every emotion you can imagine.” But the turning point came. “I finally realized that I had to move ahead with my life and do what God put me here on this earth to do,” Rivera said. Rivera focused back on her dream. After graduating from high school, she went on to UCLA, earning her bachelor’s degree in psychobiology and a medical doctorate. In the early 1990s, she started her residency training at KMC. By 2001, she went into private practice with the Bakersfield Center for Women’s Health on Empire Drive off Truxtun Avenue. Her other two businesses, LINN and GLOW, would follow. Her business partner is Dr. Elva Lopez, a friend of Rivera’s for some 28 years. The two went to undergrad and medical school together. Lopez said she’s always admired Rivera’s passion, strength and drive. “I’ve always looked at her as big sis-
ter,” Lopez said. “And she’s a multitasker where she can handle several things going on the most. That’s one of the qualities I admire the most because I am a single tasker.” It’s hard to describe a typical workday for Rivera. Usually, Mondays are spent doing surgery. During the rest of the workweek, Rivera sees patients when she is not running out for the delivery of a baby or emergency surgeries.
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I finally realized that I had to move ahead with my life and do what God put me here on this earth to do.”
While she is her own boss and that can allow some flexibility in her schedule, Rivera is also on call and can be needed at any given moment. But patients can always count on her honesty, said Jan Bans, who began seeing Rivera once she was diagnosed with cancer in 2004. “Our relationship went from colleagues on different community boards and friends to patient-doctor with the diagnosis of my cancer,” said Bans, area director of external affairs for AT&T and board secretary of the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. “I like her because she is true to what affects women. She doesn’t belittle the female aches and pains that we get. There’s a sense of understanding of being a woman and she exudes that in her practice. She is phenomenal.” Phenomenal and more, said friend, Jay Tamsi, who is the vice chair of the Hispanic Chamber and senior formulations specialist at Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, Inc. Tamsi recalls a time when Rivera spoke to a group of junior high students in Arvin. She spoke to the kids about her life, growing up in Compton and attending UCLA. At the end of her speaking session, a group of girls approached Rivera. They were
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inspired by her strength and devotion and they wanted to know more. But she had to leave, pending patient appointments. That would not be the end of the meeting with Rivera. The following week, she picked the Arvin students up and treated them to California Pizza Kitchen to further their conversation and answer their questions. Incidents like that are pretty common, Tamsi said. “She is one of the most kind-hearted and down-to-earth people you will ever get to meet,” Tamsi said. “We have worked on many projects and fundraisers in the community; she is always willing to help others. “I admire her for so many reasons, but most of all, for overcoming hardships and triumphs. I love her dearly.”
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My children are keenly aware of their culture, i.e. we get together for Christmas and make tamales. They enjoy learning how to cook traditional Mexican dishes. We enjoy singing mariachi music.”
MOVING ON
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The Rivera family: Rebecca and husband, Josh, and children, Sydney, Seth, Spencer and Sterling.
Healing from the hardship of the assault, would come over time. And Rivera would also learn that she was not alone, discovering incidents of abuse and molestation within her own family. “These young women and men have lived alone in silence with this pain,” Rivera said. “This tragedy could have been dealt with many years ago if we all had the courage to speak up. Letting go of the shame is not easy, but as difficult as these painful times are, I am confident we will get through them.” As part of the healing process, Rivera has turned to her family, her small circle of friends, faith and therapy. She also shares her stories with middle school students, as some know more of her experience than one could imagine. “I remember at one speaking event, a young girl ran out in tears,” Rivera recalls. “I went out to speak to her, and she said that she had been assaulted and could never speak out about it like I did. I assured her that when she was ready — whenever that was — she would one day be able to do the same if she chose to, with proper counseling, of course.” Today, Rivera speaks of the incident as if the scar has healed and the experience has only empowered her to achieve more. She said speaking about it is her way to help other women who have been sexually assaulted, molested and involved in domestic violence to
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get their lives back. “Stand tall, speak up, and break the cycle of living alone in silence,” is her message, she said. “The healing process is different for everyone,” Rivera said. But, “surround yourself with people you trust. True friends will be your foundation. Don’t be afraid to seek out professionals who are experienced, empathetic, patient and caring. My counselor, Pat is an amazing woman who helps me through my journey. “I know firsthand that we need guidance to understand our feelings and develop the tools necessary to overcome our fears and insecurities. It is only then that we can truly begin the recovery process.”
THE BEAUTY OF IT ALL It’s a busy weekday lunch hour in downtown Bakersfield, and as luck would have it, Rivera finds an empty parking spot right in front of her lunch place, the Spotlight Café. You wouldn’t have known it by seeing the calmness and confidence exude from her presence, but the OB/GYN had just finished treating multiple patients (moms-to-be) before breaking away for a quick salad lunch. She steps into the café with an incontrol look typical of many doctors. There, she talks about her success as a growing Latina businesswoman, handling multiple firms. “We’re pretty fortunate, given the state of the economy,” she said. “We’re blessed to get to do what we enjoy doing. That’s the beauty of it.” Becoming a doctor followed her personality. From the time she was a little girl, Rivera was a nurturer. As the eldest daughter in her family, Rivera helped her mother take care of her brothers and sisters. She helped look after the children while her parents worked at a pickle sorting company and an auto worker.
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“What I love about our marriage is our companionship that is strengthened by a bond built on love, happiness and the love for our children.”
“It was my responsibility to keep the household in order,” Rivera recalled. “I made sure our chores were done … keeping the home clean, washing dishes and making dinner.” Despite the extra chores set by her parents, Rivera remained in awe of them. “Growing up, they were respectful, hard-working parents, whose work ethic was second to none,” Rivera said. “Their priorities were always their faith and their family. My inspirations today are my children. They stimulate my interests in more ways than I could imagine and they encourage me to be a better person.”
BECOMING A FAMILY Rivera and husband, Joshua Garza, have four children: three sons, Sterling, 15; Seth, 12; and Spencer, 9; and a daughter, Sydney, 11. Though she has one girl, Rivera raises her kids equally. “I am a true believer that gender equality begins at home,” she said. “As a parent, I believe it is my role to instill in TANYA X. LEONZO / SPECIAL TO MAS my children good manners, Dr. Rebecca Rivera and husband, Joshua Garza. integrity, honesty and being a good Christian. I believe children need boundaries, and this is a role I very close friends. When I am in theembrace. My children are keenly ater, she goes to see me in the play, aware of their culture, i.e. we get and when I am in cross-country, she together for Christmas and make goes to watch me run. Afterwards, she tamales. They enjoy learning how to tells me that I did a good job, and if I cook traditional Mexican dishes. We tell her that I think I could have done enjoy singing mariachi music.” better, she says that if I think so, then I At the same time, school activities probably could have, and then says are just as important. that I will do better the next time.” Mom should be credited for who Attending Mass on Sundays is a they are, says 15-year-old son, Sterfamily priority. ling. “God is important in my life,” she “At school, I hear countless times said. “I try to maintain a strong how the other kids are arguing with Catholic faith. I pray that I continue their parents and how they are being to grow as a Christian. I pray for punished for something that wasn’t strength and guidance. I know that in their fault,” he said. “I hear this and the darkest times in my life that God am confused because my mom and helped me through.” my relationship is nothing like (this). MAKING IT WORK She asks about my grades, homework, how friends are doing.” Rivera admits she is able to accomThe trust is there. plish so much, thanks to the help of “She really cares to know everything her husband. about my day, and I don’t mind telling Although his hours will vary like her,” he said. “The trust that my hers (he is a nurse practitioner), Josh mother and I have is almost unbeliev- Garza strives to balance their schedable to say the least. And as much as ule for the children. she doesn’t like to admit it, we are Continued on Page 27 January 25, 2009
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H E A LT H
Eating disorders continued ... Getting help There is treatment for eating disorders. The first step to overcoming an eating disorder is to know that a problem exists and that help is needed. Family and friends can help the person become aware of the problem. Eating disorders may be diagnosed by a doctor or other health care worker. People with eating disorders may become angry or defensive when someone tries to help. However, they may be relieved that someone tries to help. Be sensitive to the person’s feelings. Let her know that you care about her well-being. Treatment often involves a doctor’s care or going into the hospital. Treatment in a hospital is needed for many people with anorexia. Medication also may be used to help treat the disorder as well as the health problems caused by it. Treatment also includes either single, family, or group counseling. Ask for help if you believe that you, a family member, or a friend has an eating disorder. Not all doctors are trained to treat eating disorders. Your doctor can refer you to someone who can help. You also may want to contact local self-help and support groups that help people with eating disorders.
Finally … Eating disorders affect the health and well-being of many women. If not treated, eating disorders can lead to serious social, emotional, and medical problems-sometimes death. With treatment and counseling, a woman with an eating disorder can live a happy and healthy life.
Glossary Anorexia Nervosa: An eating disorder in which distorted body image leads a person to diet excessively. Binge Eating Disorder: An eating disorder in which a person eats large amounts of food while feeling a loss of control over his or her eating. Bulimia Nervosa: An eating disorder in which a person binges on food and then forces vomiting or abuses laxatives. Dehydration: Water loss from the body. Fasting: Not eating for at least 24 hours. Obese: Weighing more than 20 percent above a healthy body weight. Osteoporosis: A condition in which the bones become so fragile that they break more easily. Purge: To vomit or use laxatives, diuretics (water pills), or emetics (vomiting inducers) to avoid gaining weight.
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Bank of America donates to Hispanic Chamber
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ank of America representatives, Ernie Phoenix and Brian Burrow presented the Hispanic Chamber Board of Directors with a $4,500 contribution at a recent board meeting held at La Mina Restaurant. The money will be used for a small business-training program that will take place in the city of Wasco. The course, “Small Business Start-up Training and How to Write a Business Plan,” will help potential business owners learn how to start a businesses and complete a business plan for the future During the growth of their compaGreat Depression, it ny. The class financed the topics building of the include items such Golden Gate as: Time Bridge, and Managewhen World ment, BusiWar II ended, ness Entities, the bank Permits and helped warBusiness torn countries Licenses, in Europe and Introduction Asia begin to to Marketing, Market rebuild. Research, Market Analysis, The Competition, Operations Management, Financial Statements, Leadership with a Passion and many
other subjects. Rich in history, today’s Bank of America was formed in 1998 through a merger between Californiabased BankAmerica and NationsBank of North Carolina. This union created the first truly nationwide bank, with offices throughout the country and in dozens of countries around the world. Back in 1904, A.P. Giannini, the son of Italian immigrants, opened the Bank of Italy in San Francisco. He pioneered the concept of statewide branch banking, gathering small deposits from working people and moving that capital to where it was needed most throughout California. In 1930, Giannini changed the bank’s name to Bank of America to reflect his vision of its future. The bank was instrumental in developing the state’s agricultural and wine industries as well as the motion picture business. During the Great Depression, it financed the building of the Golden Gate Bridge, and when World War II ended, the bank helped wartorn countries in Europe and Asia begin to rebuild. In later years, the bank pioneered the world’s first successful use of computers in business operations.
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Thanks to Bank of America, local entrepreneurs will learn how to take the first steps to owning their own business.
It’s no surprise that, in today’s challenging economy, Bank of America is one of the most stable and liquid banks in the world. An important element of this success is its deep commitment to banking businesses of all sizes. Indeed, Bank of America is very much open for business for small, medium and large size companies. They continue to bank more than 4 million small businesses nationwide, providing loans to credit-worthy business clients and prospects. This includes a suite of products, including business credit cards, secured lines of credit and term loans designed to help small business owners capi-
talize on new opportunities. Bank of America also recognizes that the Hispanic segment is one of the fastest growing demographic groups in the U.S., and represents a significant business opportunity. They were recognized in 2007 by The Greenlining Institute as having the most SBA loans made to minority businesses, and we have more than 18,000 bilingual ATMs coast-to-coast, offer other innovative services like free Safe Send, and free Online Banking in Spanish. For more information on how Bank of America can help your business in these times, go to any Bank of America banking center throughout Kern County. January 25, 2009
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KERN COUNTY HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ork The Hispanic Network The Hispanic Network Newsletter is published by the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Mercado Nuevo, LLC., the independent subsidiary of The Bakersfield Californian and publishing home of MÁS magazine, The Bakersfield Voice and Bakotopia. All material is considered for publication. We reserve the right to edit and/or refuse material. The articles/opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. To submit an article, call 633-5495. The Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is located at 2100 Chester Ave., First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Executive Board Joe Jimenez, Chair of the Board Ramona Herrera, Chair-Elect Jay Tamsi, Vice-Chair Jan Bans, Secretary Jesse Bonales, Treasurer Fernando Aguirre, Past-Chair For more information, visit: www.kchcc.org or call the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce office at 633-5495.
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KERN COUNTY HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Members and guests celebrate at the Hispanic Chambers annual installation dinner in 2008.
Just lead the way ... Hispanic Chamber to host annual installation dinner & business awards event Feb. 7 “Taking the Lead in 2009,” the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will carry out 23 years of service with its annual installation banquet and business awards ceremony. The event, scheduled for 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Marriott Hotel will reveal the new board members and business award recipients who contribute to the success of the chamber and make a difference in the community. More than 300 people are expected to attend the annual event. The Honorable Judge Robert Tafoya is scheduled to conduct the installation of the new board members, while Gaylen Young of G&L Productions will be the emcee for the evening. The new executive board includes: Joe Jimenez, chairperson; Ramona Herrera, chair-elect; Jay Tamsi, vice-
TAKING THE LEAD IN 2009 KCHCC’s installation dinner & business award ceremony • Feb. 7 • Marriott Hotel, 801 Truxtun Ave. • Cost is $60 per person, $500 for a table of 10. • Reservations will be taken until Feb. 4. • No host cocktail hour at 6 p.m.; dinner and program at 7 p.m. Dancing and music will follow to Los Moonlighters Band from 9 p.m. to midnight. • For tickets or more information, contact the Hispanic Chamber office, 661633-5495.
chair; Jan Bans, secretary; Jesse Bonales, treasurer; Fernando Aguirre, past chair. The Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is considered one of the largest in the state and has also benefited from Latino businesses’ growth and non-Latino businesses that cater to Hispanics. The chamber continues to be one of the most prominent and
fastest growing civic organizations in Kern County with its current 500-plus members. “I am very excited about this year’s board,” said Joe Jimenez, Chairman of the Board. “2009 presents both challenges and opportunities for us all. Our board is committed to meeting them headon with an emphasis on expanding our chamber’s membership. The Hispanic population is increasing, having more influence within the market; it is our responsibility to provide quality support and resources to help businesses expand.” The chamber will unveil their annual business awards at the banquet. The awards are one of the many highlights of the evening for local business owners. 2008 Hispanic Chamber Awards will be given in the following categories: Business Man of the Year; Business Woman of the Year; Large Business of the Year; Small Business of the Year; Corporation of the Year; Community Service Award; Chairperson’s Recognition Award.
KERN COUNTY HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Letter from
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ear Members and Friends, Happy New Year! How many of us find relief and a sense of optimism after saying those words . . . New Year? I know I sure do and I’d bet that I’m not alone. 2008 was a very interesting year to say the least. Many businesses in Kern County felt the effects of our looming economy first hand. Several businesses were forced to cut back in various ways in an effort to stay a float while others unfortunately, actually closed their doors after years of serving our community. Here at the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, we also felt the impact of the economy as several members voiced that times were tough. They needed our assistance to stay engaged with other businesses and more importantly, with the Hispanic consumer. However, where we felt it the most was in the month of December. After 10 years of serving as our CEO, Lou Gomez decided to enter retirement again. Our chamber’s success over the years is credited to Lou’s dedication and hard work, he will be sorely missed. We all know if there is anything we need,
The 2009 Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Board.
Lou is only a phone call away. “Thank you, Lou for your years of service, leadership and most of all your friendship.” Throughout 2008, we continued to provide our membership with business workshops, small business training courses, networking opportunities through monthly mixers, and hosted successful community events including our Annual Installation Banquet, Spring Social, Latino Food Festival & Menudo Cook-Off, and Business Trade Show. We’re look-
ing forward to seeing all of you at these great events this year. Our Annual Installation Dinner for the 2009 Board of Directors will be our kick-off event, Saturday, Feb. 7. This event will take place at the Marriot Hotel (formally Holiday Inn Select), 801 Truxtun Ave. Social hour will begin at 6 p.m., dinner and program, 7-9 p.m., and dancing to Los Moonlighters Band and DJ Extraordinaire to follow. Event sponsorships are still available, please call the chamber office at 633-5495
or visit our website at: kernhispanicchamber.org. I would like to thank our membership for their continued support and welcome potential businesses to join the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce membership. We have a great incoming board and we are optimistic about “Taking the Lead in 2009.” So please come join us…it’s going to be a great ride! Sincerely, Joe Jimenez, Chairman of the Board Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce January 25, 2009
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Save the date FEBRUARY 7 Installation Banquet and Business Awards Marriott Hotel 801 Truxtun Avenue 6:00 p.m. - Midnight For information, call 633-5495
FEBRUARY 19 Business Mixer Hosted by MÁS Magazine Four Points Sheraton 5101 California Ave. 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. For information, call 716-8640
MARCH 11 Business Mixer Hosted by Law Offices of Chain, Cohn, Stiles Cabana Palms 3001 Calloway Drive 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. For information, call 334-4937
APRIL 8 Business Mixer TBD 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. MAY 13 Business Mixer Hosted by Sangera Automotive Group 5600 Gasoline Alley Drive 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. For information, call 836-3737
JUNE 7 11th annual Latino Food Festival & Menudo Cook-Off Kern County Fairgrounds 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. For information, call 633-5495
JUNE 10 Business Mixer Hosted by Bakersfield Center for Women's Health 4100 Empire Drive #120 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. For information, call 637-0137
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Life Insurance
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any people realize the need for life insurance but keep putting it off until it is too late. You may think that life insurance is confusing, expensive and complicated. You may think you don’t know enough to make the right decisions for you and your loved ones. Postponing this decision leaves you and your family exposed financially. Assumption #1: I’ll always be able to buy life insurance. You could develop a health condition that makes you uninsurable or could make life insurance too costly for you. Assumption #2: I’ll get life insurance later when I’m older or have a family.
Life insurance may be needed at all stages of life. Whether married or single, male or female, with children or without, you may have financial obligations that need to be met. Life insurance provides financial security for you and your loved ones. Assumption #3: My family and I are covered by the group insurance at work. To meet the future needs of your family, you need to have 7 to 10 times your annual income. Most group term insurance amounts offered by employers won’t meet this need. And, when you don’t work for that employer any longer, you usually lose that coverage. Assumption #4: My husband has life insurance
so I don’t need it. Women often live longer than men but not always. There are countless stories of men who had to shoulder the family financial burden along with the emotional burden after their wife passed away. Assumption #5: My family can cover funeral and burial expenses. Burying a spouse or loved one is the most stressful time in a family’s life. Having life insurance can reduce financial concerns for the family. Take the time now to review your needs and provide adequately for yourself and your family. For more information or to review your current policy, please contact my office or an insurance professional.
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A mother’s bond
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t was March 7, 1992, and I was experiencing true and beautiful love for the first time in my life. I can even tell you the exact time this feeling struck, 3:45 p.m. How is it that I can be so precise? Well, because it was the day and time I became a mother, having labored through several hours of painful contractions and dealing with a nurse who had just clocked in when I was ordered to start pushing. Needless to say, she and I had not bonded and that’s where I’ll leave it. But, I’m told that when I thought I was whispering,
I wasn’t — so I’m certain she knew exactly how I felt. Motherhood empowered me to understand my self-worth and every day I held my newborn son, I thanked God for my gift. It was so amazing that when I took a class on children’s literature as part of an assignment I wrote an ABC book for my son titled, “On Becoming Your Mom: The ABCs of Bringing You Into My Life.” To this day, my professor uses it in her classes as an example of how a life experience can be created into a children’s book.
Oh, how I loved my son and how wonderful By DEBORAH RAMIREZ motherhood TINOCO | Contributing Columnist was for me ... Well, as he entered puberty then became a teenager, I realized why God makes you labor through birthing children — so you’ll still love them when they aren’t cute anymore. I was fortunate to have another gorgeous son where I was able to Continued on Page 32
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IN THE MIXX
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appy New Year, Peeps! And welcome back to “In the Mixx” and the new MÁS, now coming at you once a month with more info on new musica, some nightclub reviews, letting you know where the coolest spots are to be seen, what concerts are coming to bakers, special shows, who’s having or had a party or fundraiser — all that and more! So hook your friends up with a copy of MÁS — now!
Lookin’ for love Well, you can say bye to January! “Already?!” LOL! Now comes Valentines, so fellas there’s your heads up — don’t forget your ruca’s presente, aye! Oh, before I forget, thanks to my homies who showed up at my little birthday shin-dig, you know who you are.
The Chisme Funny man Gabriel Iglesias rolled through town and sold out the Fox Theater — could he be the next George Lopez? Naw , GL is way too funny! Latin artist Lupillo Rivera also cruised through town for a sold-out performance inside La Movida Nightclub and killed it! Check out Noche Norteñas every Saturday. A big good luck to our friend, Lou Gomez who retired as CEO & President of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. But you know what comes with retirement? Doctor visits and casino trips! LOL!, Have fun, Lou, and a blessed retirement.
Flashback to the ’80s Alright, time to check out what’s happening for this week and into February, the lover’s month ... Get your fix in the mixx. Taking it back to ‘80s, class of 198-84, LOL! New Wave band, Missing Persons will be making a stop Friday, Jan. 30 at Fishlips, 1517 18th St.
Man! I didn’t even think they were around, performing all the cool hits like my favorite “Words,” “Hello, I Love You” and “Walking in LA.” Tickets are $15 at: vallitix.com or call 661-3225200. Doors open at 8 p.m. and this party is for the grown folks, so bring your ID and money for the all-night drink specials. More info at 661-324-2557. See you there!
Ground & pound! Saturday Jan. 31 , check out the very first Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fight going down at The Dome, 2201 V St. UFC fighters and other fighters from around the state will also be in the house. Tickets are $45-$85 at: Vallitix.com or you can call 661-322-5200. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and the first fight is at 6, so check out Battle Grounds and don’t come out of there acting tuff — you might hurt yourself! LOL! More info at 661-327-0190 — and sí, this is an all-ages show!
Psyched for Super Love Don’t wait till the last minute to hook your tickets up for this years Valentine’s Super Love Jam coming Friday, Feb. 13 to the Rabobank Theater, 1001 Truxtun Ave., starring live on stage, Evelyn “Champagne” King, Peaches
& Herb, The Delfonics, Heatwave, The Originals and many more. Doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $25-$35 at: ticketmaster.com or the Rabobank Arena Box Office. So don’t miss one of the coolest concerts of ‘09!
Go south! Alright, this next event is located in Los Angeles, but it has to be one of the best club nites ever! This isn’t for everyone, but if you like the really soulful, afro-beats, Latin house, then you need to check out DEEP, 6021 Hollywood Blvd. in LA, Sunday, Feb. 15 as they celebrate their 10th Year Anniversary, featuring — live from New York — my favorite DJ of all time DJ Louie Vega, but that’s not all! Also mixing that night will be Tony Humphries, DJ Spinna, Marques Wyatt and Rich Medina. Doors open at 6 p.m. and this fiesta goes all the way to 4 a.m.! Pre-sale tickets are $20 at: www.deepla.com or groovetickets.com. I will definitely be in the house!
All aboard! Thomas the Train and Friends will be rolling through Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 10-11 at the Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. for two shows. Tuesday’s show starts at 7 p.m. and Wednesdays show starts at 11a.m. and another one at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10$35 at ticketmaster.com or the Rabobank Arena Box Office.
La Comida Now for my “Good Spot to Eat At ...” After listening to a lot of my co-workers asking
By NOE G. | Contributing columnist SHOUTS TO: my niece, Millie (Happy B-Day); Gorda (Happy B-Day); Miranda, (Happy B-Day); the homie Manuel non-stop (Happy B-Day)!
me, “Hey, have you eaten at Los Molcajetes restaurant?” I decided to go check the place out at 2500 Brundage Lane. Me and a homie went out to lunch and I ordered the Supreme Molcajete, which comes with chicken, shrimp, carne asada, cactus — all inside a molcajete, and of course, you get the rice and beans on a side plate. Well, I have to say it is a good spot to eat at! LOL! Go try it out! It gets a thumbs-up from me! They’re opened 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday; and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday. Call ahead at 661-631-9731. The menu selection is mainly Mexican/Mariscos. Alright, gente — that’s it for this issue of your new monthly MÁS ... Remember. if you’ve got anything you want me to mention for the month of March, e-mail all info to me at: noeg@massvmixx.com. In the meantime, have a cool month and remember to be safe , don’t drink and drive, peace out and don’t hate ... Noe G!
Next Month: Night Club Review — I-ma keep it real!
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“My wife is compassionate and enjoys helping others,” Garza said. “I know that I am married to a woman who has a big heart. “What I love about our marriage is our companionship that is strengthened by a bond built on love, happiness and the love for our children.” The Garzas were simply destined for each other, says close friend, family coach and realtor Blodgie Rodriguez. “Becky doesn’t function without Josh, and Josh doesn’t function without Becky,” Rodriguez said. And when she is not Mom or Doctor, Rivera’s a community advocate. Rodriguez said Rivera has organized free pap smears for uninsured women in Delano and Arvin; works with Teen Prevention Projects; and participated in the Freedom from Diabetes Walk (in honor of her mother who passed away
from complications of diabetes and heart disease). “She’s just real,” Rodriguez said. “What you see is what you get. She’s truly here to give and help with the Latino community. That is where her passion is.” Rivera said she gives back because she has been blessed. Not only that. It’s her mission to show other Latinas that dreams are attainable, no matter what you’ve been through. “Our life is as great as we make it,” she said. “I’ve lived my life by the following mantra: ‘If you can dream it, if you truly believe it, you will achieve it!’ “I believe life is truly about the choices we make. If these choices are positive, then embrace them. If the choice was a poor one, then treat it as a learning experience. Over our lifetime, our choices, good or bad, determine the individuals we become.”
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UN CAMBIO. Este invierno, el programa Confirme Antes de Quemar ha resultado en más días de “No Quemar.” Éste puede ser el invierno más limpio desde que el Distrito del Aire del Valle fue formado, gracias a que nuestra comunidad está viviendo Aire Limpio, Vida Sana y está siguiendo las reglas del programa. Cuando cuidamos nuestro aire, salvamos vidas por todo el Valle.
El Distrito del Aire nunca lo alentara a quemar. Pero si necesita quemar y no es un día prohibido, escoja los métodos más limpios posibles, tales como Duraflame o leña seca.
¡El Programa Confirme Antes de Quemar continuara por algunas semanas más, y este año, el programa es más fácil que nunca! Llame al 1-800-766-4463 o visite www.valleyair.org para ver si se permite quemar leña en su área. Aquí hay otras maneras en que usted puede hacer Un Cambio:
¡Confirme Antes de Quemar!
Nunca queme basura, revistas, periódicos, plásticos u otros materiales que no sean designados para quemar en chimeneas o estufones de leña.
¡El programa Burn Cleaner del Distrito del Aire viene pronto!
¡Ahorre hasta $750 Cuando adquiera un BurnCleaner aparato nuevo y menos contaminante! Fireplace and Woodstove Change-out
(Los residentes de bajos recursos pueden ahorrar hasta $1,500.)
Visite www.valleyair.org a medios de Febrero para más detalles. Visite www.healthyairliving.com para más ideas en como vivir Aire Limpio, Vida Sana.