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33rd Annual Christmas Basket and Toy Giveaway

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The El Monte Police Department’s Community Relations ofﬁce will once again make Christmas wishes come true for thousands of local residents at its Annual Christmas Basket and Toy Giveaway. For 33 years the department has provided Christ-

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mas food baskets and toys to needy families in the community. This annual event started in 1982 when a group of El Monte Police Officers put together 30 food baskets, for needy families in the community, out of one of their home garages. Since then the project has grown into a full blown operation that includes hundreds of volunteers, who assemble and distribute 800 food baskets and 7000 toys to needy families in the community. Detective Ray Larriva, the event coordinator, spends countless hours throughout the year seeking donations for this project. The year’s operation is expected to memorable event. On December 22, 2015 police officers, fire fighters, city officials, school personnel and community members will gather bright and early to team up, assemble and

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distribute the items to needy families. Families receiving baskets/toys have been selected by ofﬁcers, school liaisons, and school personnel. Each school in the City received 30 vouchers redeemable for

a basket and toys. If you are interested in donating food or toys for this event, please contact the El Monte Police Community Relations at 626-580-2186. The City of El Monte, located in Southern California,

is committed to improving the quality of life for its citizens and strives to provide its community personalized service, uncompromising commitment, and individualized accountability.

Target & Star Wars Galactic Experience at L.A. LIVE

by Devette Johnson and Melissa Rocha Los Angeles

The long awaited movie is less than four days away before the 7th Episode of “Star Wars: the Force Awakens” to premiere in theaters. The Galactic Experience celebration sponsored by Target took place at Los Angeles’ L.A. Live this past December 12th and 13th for families to enjoy. In dome tents, Target’s crew hosted different venues, which provided a Galactic Star Wars Exhibit of some of the popular known Star Wars characters. You could take pictures with the characters and participate in activities for everyone. Target’s special crew helped everyone create Star Wars origami figures, such as light sabers, X-wings and Tie-fighters. In another special dome children could help the Lego construction technician help create the oversized Tie-fighters on display. Talking to one of the

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technician’s, he said that it would take about fifty thousand Legos to complete the large Tie-fighter. Everyone that came into the dome was asked to help construct the Tie-fighter by assembling pieces and depositing them in buckets in front of the oversized Tie-fighter. Before entering one of the dome tents you received a light bracelet that interacted with the mini movie feature. The bracelet lit up in the dark when certain action scenes happened on the screen, giv-

ing attendees a true interactive feel. After the show all the attendees got to keep bracelets from Target. The bracelets have the Star Wars Logo and say “#Share the Force.” There were many Star Wars characters walking around and you could pose with them. Spot the Target mascot was there with Darth Vader, Storm Trooper, R2 D2 and the Imperial Guards. If you happen to miss the Galactic experience, have a chance to take a peek

at some best Star Wars memories by logging into: sharetheforce.target.com. For those who are true fans of Star Wars, this was a nice event to share with the family. However, if you weren’t a true Star Wars fan, this was a free event and there were many other things to do around LA Live. Thank you, Target, Star Wars Galactic celebration and Lego for inviting Mid Valley News to a fun and one of a kind event. We hope there will more free events like this to come.

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Around Town by Mavis Hansen “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” is one of the most famous and happy songs of the season. It was sung by the EL MONTE HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR and the members and guests of the EL MONTE WOMEN’S CLUB at the close of the December Holiday meeting. The El Monte High School Choir is under the direction of Music Director, Joel Whisler. Following the program, the students were treated to refreshments and all were gifted with a bag of candy as a small token of appreciation and Director Whisler was presented with a monetary donation for the High School Music Program. The meeting was conducted by President Cathi Eredia and began as always by a patriotic moment. A short business meeting followed which included recognition of members with December Birthdays, Bragging fundraiser and the Opportunity Drawing. Ways and Means Chairman Jackie Morales reported on the many successful fundraisers held during the year and plans for the coming year which will include the Annual Fashion Show, to be held on May 14, 2016 and three Bunco’s to be held in January, March and May, 2016. President Cathi announced a Report Writing Workshop on Tuesday, December 15, to help all chairmen prepare their reports which will be due to the District on January 8, 2016. The El Monte Women’s Club was organized in 1902, Federated in 1903 and boasts over a hundred years of community service. For further information on a local club, state or national participation, contact El Monte Membership Chairman Esthela Siegrist at: 626-442-0354. The San Gabriel Valley District of Women’s Clubs incorporates 27 clubs within the San Gabriel Valley with over 1300 members. Meetings are held on the second Friday of each month, September through June at the Covina Woman’s Club for a Board Meeting, open to Club Delegates, members, guests and the public. The District also has three Council meetings during the year: Fall, Spring and Winter, dedicated to various causes: philanthropy, Honoring of Past District Presidents, Members Craft Contests and Students Music and Art Contests. All Women’s Clubs are dedicated to community service

and many members advance to District, State or National levels of leadership and service. There is much opportunity for personal advancement, friendship and the joy of doing for others. The Holiday meeting on Friday, December 11, 2016 included a pot luck lunch which was enjoyed by all attending and the highlight of the day was when the Chief Officer of the California Highway Patrol spoke on how the “Chips for Kids” Toy program began. The Officers then proceeded to pack the many toys, including gift cards, that filled the stage with the donations from the members and thanked everyone for their generous donations which will be given to children in need. In these days of excitement, happiness, joy and anticipation that Christmas brings, there are those who are not able to enjoy all that the season has to offer. There are some who will have the first Christmas without a loved one and to those we can only send our sincere sympathy and ask them to remember the many joyous moments of that life. To those who are not well or recovering we send get well and get better soon wishes. PEACE is a wonderful gift! Priceless and cannot be bought but can be given freely. Winter Break, formerly known as Christmas Vacation (when my children were in school) is a great opportunity for visitations to the library, where not only books are available, but also now have many programs and even computers to use. Many cities have their own small Museums which are great to visit for young or old. The City of El Monte has a fantastic Historical Museum which is open Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM. There is no charge and a lot of interesting things to see as well as finding out about the history of El Monte. Curator is Donna Crippen and the El Monte Historical Museum is located at 3150 Tyler Avenue, El Monte. Lot’s to do this week, see you soon, someplace AROUND TOWN

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Student's Corner Teen Reflects on San Bernardino Tragedy Growing up, I was never allowed to watch “the news.” The only time I stopped on KCAL9 while flicking through channels was to see the traffic on the way to school or to check on the weather outside. As I got older, I began to watch certain segments but would still change the channel because it was just too depressing. Now as a teenager, I know why my mom never let me tune in; to be sheltered away from the tragedies on the screen. On December 2, 2015, I was told about what had happened that morning when I was picked up after school. My mom and I discussed it on the whole

Savannah Vanegas, contributing student writer from San Gabriel Mission High School.

ride home, my mind processing the event in silence. I arrived at my grandparent’s house, greeting my grandmother as I strolled in. I stood near her as she hovered over the television. “Tragedy in San Bernardino,” it blared. I saw the same police cars and the large, intimidating tank surrounding a black SUV that would be empty for hours. They played the same images and video clips for the rest of the day and now many people have been in fear ever since. I am very distraught about the events that took place that day in San Bernardino. I often wonder what would have happened if I had

had any loved ones in that building or in that city. The 14 people that passed on that day had families. Those families never got to say goodbye. In a matter of minutes, seconds even, someone’s life can be taken away. Our lives are ﬁlled with tragedy, from across our borders in Mexico, overseas in Paris, and now in a nearby city. My family and I send our prayers to the people who lost their lives that day, the injured, and their families. Let us hope that our condolences and prayers are felt during these holiday months and the hearts of the sorrowful are healed.

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Remember there is a loving God and it’s not you; He is with you in whatever you choose to do. Listen very careful to His soft voice, for He is a must; Pray to Him and keep in mind, He’s one you can trust. It’s important to read the bible cover to cover; I know you’ll be surprised at what you will discover. Never ever use profanity, it’ll make you look cheap; A real good reputation is what you want to keep. Don’t ever drink alcohol for it’s the devil’s brew; It has been known to drive you crazy and kill too. Alcohol is a drug and just as bad as all the rest; If you don’t use you’ll be able to pass the test. Work to be a good leader among women and men; Make sure you pick the right person to be your friend. I suggest you say please and thank you a whole lot; And always be grateful for all the things you’ve got. Don’t ever let anyone talk you into having a smoke; But I think it’s okay to learn at least one clean joke. Lend only things you never ever plan to see again; And don’t loan money, as you can lose a good friend.

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Silver Line Express Launched Between Downtown L.A., San Pedro & the Historic Battleship USS Iowa by Kim Upton/Rick Jager Los Angeles County

In the shadow of the regal WWII battleship USS Iowa, Metro Board Chair and Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, Los Angeles Mayor and Metro Board Member Eric Garcetti, L.A. City Councilman Joe Buscaino and Metro Board Chair Phil Washington today celebrated the launch of the Metro Silver Line Express – the newest way for commuters from San Pedro to reach downtown Los Angeles and for tourists to access one of L.A. County’s most important and historic war museums: the USS Iowa. As a special welcome to Metro patrons, the USS Iowa is offering free admission to the Battleship Iowa Museum until Jan. 31, 2016. (Beginning Feb. 1, the discount will be $2 off regular price of admission at the ticket booth.) Show your valid TAP card, Metro employee ID, or LA County employee ID to the cashier at the ticket booth and receive the discount. “Today, we unveil a new and improved Silver Line” said Metro Board Chair and L.A. County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas. “With increased frequency and service now extending all the way into San Pedro, the Silver Line provides a premiere path for Angelenos to access all of the unique destinations in the South Bay and beyond that is easy, convenient and affordable.” The new service is actually two lines in one: a weekday, rush-hour, express-stop Silver Line Express -- called 950X – that will save commuters approximately 15 to 20 minutes per trip, as it travels along the I-110 Harbor Freeway ExpressLanes between San Pedro and downtown Los Angeles. The other line is the Silver Line 910, which will run the same route daily, with a few more stops than the 950X. It also will run during off-peak hours and evenings, as well

as on weekends. Together these great new lines will provide much improved service for San Pedro and the South Bay, as they replace the outgoing Line 450 service. Among the benefits, service will be more frequent. The Silver Line Express 950X will run every 20 minutes during weekday rush hours. (The 450 was every 30 to 60 minutes.) Off-peak and evenings, the Silver Line 910 will provide service every 30 minutes. (The 450 was every 60 minutes). On weekends and holidays the Silver Line 950 will provide service every 40 minutes. (The 450 line was every 60 minutes.) Neither the 950X nor the 910 requires a transfer to another bus at the Harbor Gateway Transit Center. (The 450 line did.) And both lines carry passengers from San Pedro to business centers in downtown Los Angeles and beyond to El Monte for a single $2.50 fare. “Expanding the Silver Line saves time for commuters, connects people to communities and links workers to jobs,” said Los Angeles Mayor and Metro Board Member Eric Garcetti. “Frequent service between San Pedro and the heart of Downtown means fewer people in cars — getting them to their work, family and fun more quickly, while reducing carbon emissions and easing congestion.” What are some of the other benefits for the residents of San Pedro? • A one-seat ride to downtown L.A. • A one-seat ride to Cal State – L.A. County-USC Medical Center • Elimination of a transfer at Harbor Gateway Transit Center • A shorter wait time for buses • More frequent express service to downtown L.A. • An extension of the ExSilver Line continued on page 13

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Tech Bits

Holiday Guide to Tablets by Glen Maldonado National

Tablets are a great idea for gifts, but sometimes buying the wrong tablet will just get your gift returned. So this guide is going to tell you what tablet is right for your special someone. The Amazon Fire 7 inch tablet cost about 50 dollars, and it will be great for any person that has no tablet or smartphone. This tablet is a basic entry level tablet for someone who has never used a tablet before or a Smartphone. They won’t expect the tablet to be super-fast and it’s easy to use. If the person has a Smartphone then you are going to want to give them a tablet that runs the same OS (Operating System), this will allow the person to interchange information like, photos, music and much more and a lot easier. If they have an Android, like a Galaxy phone, get them a Galaxy Tab 3 Lite. It’s about 100 dollars and will connect very well with Android devices. If you want to go bigger in screen size, the Galaxy Tab E is better and faster but cost around 200 dollars. Now if they have an iPhone, the iPad Mini 4 is great but cost a bit more, around 300 dollars. If you want to go bigger, the iPad Air is 400 dollars. The last option is for someone who

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wants a tablet that runs on Windows. Microsoft Surface tablets are more expensive but have the functionality of a regular PC in a tablet form, but also are very weak if you compare them to an actual PC. Surface 3 is about

500 dollars and the newer Surface 4 is about 900 dollars, but they can replace a laptop. Remember try to match the tablet with the personal phone so they can have a better experience.

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Metro Silver Line Express Starting December 13, Metro’s new Silver Line Express 950X will make limited stops along the I-110 Freeway to provide faster trips to and from San Pedro, Downtown LA and El Monte. You can connect to dozens of destinations, including STAPLES Center, USC and the Battleship USS Iowa. For more information, visit metro.net/silverline. Metro is made for New Year’s Going to the Rose Parade or Rose Bowl Game? Make it easy…Go Metro! With numerous bus and rail options available, you can start the New Year right, with stress-free travel. And if you’re celebrating during the holidays, remember that Metro can get you home safely with free service on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Visit metro.net. Heads Up! Watch for Trains Metro Rail’s Foothill and Expo Line extensions are one step closer to opening as train testing continues. The Foothill Extension Project will extend Gold Line service with six new stations from Pasadena to Azusa, and the Expo Line Phase II Project will extend Expo Line service with seven new stations from Culver City to Santa Monica. Each extension is scheduled to open in 2016. Learn more at metro.net. Can’t Find a Place to Park? Metro is developing a Supportive Transit Parking Plan, which will provide a road map for parking management, enforcement and technology. Please provide input to help shape potential improvements in this plan by >lling out the survey online at metroparkingsurvey.com.

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‘Time Jockey’ Turkey Day by Joe Castillo

Memories of Thanksgiving ….This Thanksgiving brought back more memories of the holiday than I can recall over the past years. It was probably because I spent it on crutches which were enough to rekindle a number of memories. It seemed that either my brother or I were usually on crutches when we were younger during the Thanksgiving season. There were a number of reasons but one of them was the annual Turkey Bowl, played on Thanksgiving morning. Back in the day, I remember all the local ﬁelds were packed with young guys playing tackle football in whatever weather condition existed that day. Playing ﬁelds at Lincoln and Jefferson Schools to Temple City and San Gabriel High Schools were crowded with wannabe football players. I came out of the game usually sore and bruised but one year in particular I ended up in the emergency room with a broken wrist. As usual, on a holiday the hospital was staffed with a skeleton crew with only one doctor was onsite for emergencies so it took forever to see him. But the thing I remember most was seeing all the other injured Turkey Bowl players sitting in the waiting room. They were bandaged with temporary slings or blood stained shirts and headbands. It was a scene right out of the Civil War. It’s funny that a set of crutches can bring back those

kinds of memories but as painful as my injuries were, I look back at those memories with a smile and a laugh when I recall past Thanksgivings…. Historical Landmark …. The Richfield-Cucamonga Service Station and Visitor Center in Rancho Cucamonga was recently dedicated as a historical landmark representing the great migration to the West during the depression area of the 1920’s. Built in 1915 by Henry Klusman, the service station was one of thousands of businesses built along historic Route 66 extending over 2,400 miles from Chicago to Santa Monica. Ancil Morris purchased the station in 1925 and turned it into a Richfield Oil distributor. The first Fire Chief for Cucamonga owned the station from 1945 to 1971 until the station was permanently closed. In April 2009, the City of Rancho Cucamonga designated the service station as an historical landmark and in 2013 title was turned over to the Inland Empire Route 66 Preservation Association. By August 2015, the preservation of the station was completed. Come on out visit the site and see one of the last remnants of a bygone era which brought thousands of people to California through Route 66. The visitor center is opened every Saturday and souvenirs are available for your memories of the Cucamonga Service Station and Route 66…..

Christmas Choir Cantata Sunday, December 20 at 10:00 a.m “Christmas Canticles” Dr. Lenard Berglund, directing First United Methodist Church of San Gabriel 201 N. San Gabriel Blvd. San Gabriel, CA 91775

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Thursday, December 24 at 11:00pm “Pondering”

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Temple City Unified School District Seats Board Members and Elects Officers by Mary Broomfield Temple City

Board Members Ken Knollenberg, Larry Marston, and Bob Ridley were ceremoniously sworn in by Superintendent Kathy Perini at the Temple City Unified School District Board of Education’s December 9 Annual Organizational Meeting. All three Board Members officially took the oath of office on December 4, as Government Code requires Board Members to be sworn in by the first Friday in December. Mr. Ridley, who was elected to the Board in 2007, begins his third term.

Mr. Knollenberg was originally elected in 2011 and begins his second term. Mr. Marston begins his ﬁrst term on the Board after serving as a TCUSD Personnel Commissioner. Also at the Organizational Meeting, TCUSD’s Board of Education elected new ofﬁcers. Vinson Bell was elected Board President; Larry Marston, Vice President; and Bob Ridley, Board Clerk. On behalf of the Board, students, and staff, Superintendent Perini recognized outgoing Board Member

Kien Tiet for his service to the District over the past four years. The Temple City Uniﬁed School District serves students in transitional kindergarten through high school. The District embraces its core values of service, integrity and honor through academics and extracurricular activities. For more information about TCUSD schools, call 626-548-5120. The District is committed to 21st century academic excellence to ensure students are ready for the challenges of tomorrow.

Left to right: Board Members John Pomeroy, Larry Marston, Kenneth Knollenberg, Superintendent Kathy Perini, Bob Ridley, and Vinson Bell. Photos courtesy of Jerry Jambazian.

Bosco Tech Hosted Math Competition for Middle School Students by Karen Krynen Rosemead

Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) will host a mathematics competition for ﬁfth through eighth grade students on Saturday, February 6, 2016. The 44th annual event will offer awards for the highest scoring individual and teams. “The annual competition is a great opportunity for students to test their critical thinking and computational skills,” said Bosco Tech President Xavier Jimenez. “The complex skills involved in solving the questions will play an integral role in future studies of

engineering, advanced math, participants must register and science.” by Feb. 2 by visiting www. During the competition, a boscotech.edu/events. Space workshop will be provided is limited. The cost is $8 for middle school teachper individual and $5 per ers, examining problems person for teams of four or used on the test, to facilitate more, up to 15. Competition classroom discussion of the check in begins at 7:45 a.m. math concepts involved. and the one-hour test starts The workshop will be led at 9 a.m. Free activities will by instructional expert and be offered, and food will be mathematics textbook author available for purchase. An Michael Hattar, a longtime award ceremony will begin Bosco Tech math teacher at approximately 11 a.m., and professor at Rio Hondo following the competition. Community College and Bosco Tech is an all-male Mount San Antonio College. Catholic high school that ComBosco Tech Math Competition continued on page 13 petition

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Aries Friends or a group with which you’re affiliated might run into financial difficulties and ask for your advice.

Taurus Communication with family members and the special person in your life could be frustrating today. Either you aren’t in accord or you keep missing each other.

Gemini Plans for travel or advancing your education could be on your mind. Your excitement might keep you from focusing on whatever tasks you have to do.

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HOLIDAY SONGS ACROSS 1. Boreal bursts 6. Soldier’s bed 9. Microbrewery product 13. *”We all will be together if the fates ____” 14. Romanian money 15. Plural of pupa 16. Stupid and silly 17. Eyeball shape 18. Bornean ape 19. *”Feliz ____” 21. *”...with your nose so ____, won’t you guide my sleigh...” 23. Gourmet mushroom 24. Windows to the soul? 25. “Hee ___” variety show 28. Persian backgammon 30. Knowledgeable 35. Shining armor 37. Oriental ware, pl. 39. One of seven dwarfs 40. St. Louis’ Gateway 41. *”Mele Kalikimaka is the ____ to say” 43. Singer-songwriter Amos 44. Scout’s mission 46. End of line 47. Mint product 48. Mrs. Potts of “Beauty and the Beast” 50. Falling-out 52. Lamb serving 53. Thomas the Engine’s warning 55. Plays for pay 57. Part of a ﬂower, pl. 60. *The weather is frightful but this is so delightful 64. Natural talent 65. Nightcap rocks 67. Run ____ of the law 68. Full of curd 69. *”Jolly Old Saint Nicholas, Lean your ____ this way” 70. First light, pl. 71. Algonquian people 72. Dashboard acronym 73. Wipe it clean to start fresh

DOWN 1. No this without pain? 2. Longer forearm bone 3. Member of people of eastern Europe 4. Second T in T&T 5. ABBA’s home 6. Doofus 7. *”____ the fields we go laughing all the way” 8. Short and plump 9. Town 10. Sashimi choice 11. “____ Buy Me Love” 12. Liquor store pony 15. Composed and selfassured 20. Like exes 22. Christian minister, abbr. 24. Most avant-garde 25. *”It” in “...but the very next day you gave it away” 26. Come to terms 27. Neopagan religion 29. German industrial valley 31. Drilling group 32. Thread holder 33. Chill-inducing 34. *”The fire is slowly ____, and my dear, we’re still goodbying” 36. Do this until you drop? 38. Finger move 42. Charted record 45. *”You better watch out! You better ____ ____” 49. Beneficiary of holiday toy drives 51. Found on a tire 54. Basketry stick 56. Butcher’s refuse 57. Its out of focus 58. Like pink steak 59. Assistant 60. 4 years to a President 61. Caucus state 62. Litter member 63. Someone ____ 64. TV monitor, acr. 66. Part of graduate’s ensemble

Thoughts of romance and dreams of a wonderful evening with that special someone are foiled by work that needs to be done right away.

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Leo You might be planning to attend a social event today. You’re looking forward to it. Paperwork could take up so much of your time today that you wonder if you can make it.

Virgo Frantic communications involving a project or family affairs could have you feeling scattered and unfocused. Too many important concerns have hit you at once.

Libra Good news about money could ﬁll you with ideas about how to spend it, particularly on your home. Maybe you need new furniture or have been thinking about painting or redecorating.

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Scorpio Your mind is sharp and ready to take on anything thrown your way. Family members or friends could pick up on this pretty quickly, so don’t be surprised if they come to you for help and advice.

Sagittarius Books and magazines on psychic, spiritual, or metaphysical matters could take up a lot of your attention today.

Capricorn A fairly recent goal that you’ve set for yourself might seem a bit overwhelming.

Aquarius Today you should feel especially optimistic and enthusiastic about life.

Pisces Discussions about religion could come up during your day. A recent rush of intuitive revelations could cause you to want to expound on your beliefs, but this could backﬁre.

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El Monte’s Lexington Lodge Held its 161st Installation of Officers by Jo Anne Disney El Monte

On Sunday December 13th, Lexington Lodge No. 104 in El Monte held its 161st Installation of 2016 Corps of Officers. It was established in 1867 and is one of the four oldest lodges in Southern California. The Installing Team consisted of the Installing Officer, Ronald Sais, P.M. (Past Master); Master of Ceremonies, Benjamin Cao (Retiring Master), R. M. and Installing Chaplain, Donald Doyle, P.M. The event began with the presentation of the flag by the Boy Scouts of America Troop 551, followed by the pledge of allegiance. The 2016 Corps of Officers sworn in were: Tiler, Arthur G. Barrios; Junior Steward, Mark Bascom, P.M.; Senior Steward, Daniel Pacheco; Marshal, Elias Perez; Junior Deacon, Bill J. Durini; Chaplain, Richard Siddal; Assistant Secretary, Ignatius Kelley; Secretary, Robert Kelley; Treasurer, Bruce Baptie, P.M.; Junior Warden, Juan Larios; Senior Warden, Saul Rios and Master, E. Clarke Moseley. Musical selections by Tabitha Henken. Following the ceremony, members and their families and friends were invited to a dinner reception.

Courtesy Photos by Jo Anne Disney

by Devette Johnson and Panda Care Rosemead

Panda Cares, the philanthropic arm of Panda Express and its parent company, Panda Restaurant Group, hosted its “8th Annual Leader In Me Holiday Carnival” on Friday, December 11th. 400 students from Encinita Elementary School in Rosemead were recognized at the event for their academic and leadership achievements in The Leader in Me Program, a whole school transformation process created by Franklin Covey, who teaches leadership skills at the elementary

school level. What a delight to see the students from Encinita’s Elementary enjoy their day at Panda Headquarters, located at 1683 Walnut Grove Ave, Rosemead. The excitement generated by the students was electrifying. Approximately 250 to 400 students attended the event but they (Panda) had the students come in waves. When the students arrived there was the Panda Express mascot and an animated balloon man. When the children entered they received their

A Student from Encinita’s Elementary getting his face painted. Courtesy photo by Devette Johnson.

swag bag and then proceeded through the main lobby into the mazes of hallways, which led them to one of the entertainment rooms setup by the staff. They had carnival games and every child had a chance to win prizes which were generously donated by Mattel Inc. Every game was interactive and engaging.

There was carnival style music and lighting, which added to the excitement for the children. The staff was so patient and helpful with all the children that came to their stations. In one of the other rooms was face painting and temporary tattoos. All of the children had the opportunity to take a picture with a marvel hero mask

and more. And, all attendees were treated to a delicious Panda Express lunch as well. Mid Valley News had the opportunity to talk with the principal of Encinita’s Elementary, Jennifer S. Fang and she expressed her delight and extreme honor of being able to have her Panda Cares continued on page 9

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El Monte and South El Monte Students Recognized for Academic Achievements by Brad Healy EM/SEM

Selected Students from El Monte and South El Monte High Schools were recognized for their academic achievements. The Mid Valley News in collaboration with Cathay Bank is continuing to honor students until the end of the school year. Students were presented with gift certificates from Cathay Bank as a gesture of congratulations for the hard work and dedication to their schools. Cathay Bank is encouraging students from various schools in the San Gabriel Valley to study hard and embrace the technology of today and excel in the knowledge for tomorrow. These honored students will have a chance in the near future to learn more about financial education from Cathay Bank as seminar programs will be presented. These seminars will discuss for example, how to balance a budget, and to plan for their futures. Many of the students have mentioned that they are excited to learn more about the banking industry. Student honorees from El Monte and South El Monte High School are those that have excelled in subjects such as mathematics, writing, performing arts, athlet-

ics, student and community services, and including student service clubs, VIVA Club, Renaissance Program, Marc and School’s PTSA organization. Many students and future students that will be honored have excelled as role models in Marching Band, Red Cross Club, JSA, CSF Clubs, as well as Migrant Education Programs to name just a few. Many students have already planned for the future as they pursue a college prep schedule including AP courses. During the last week of

the school year, students, Cathay Bank, and the Mid Valley News will come together again to share with the readers all the student honorees and the final awards that Cathay Bank has generously planned for a special thank you for all the hard work and dedication the students have achieved this year. To all our readers, continue your faithful reading and enjoy the students of your community as we celebrate their achievements throughout the school year.

Students from El Monte High School are: Danielle Vargas, Gershwin Garing, Samantha Gomez, Anthony Mejia, Julian Valera, Carlos Hernandez, Abigail Caporal and Jacqueline ”Jackie” Lam. Students from South El Monte High School are: Anthony Venegas, Valerie Chavarin, Jazmin Marie Perez, Sandra Amezcua, Camila Garcia, Carla Pineda, and Arianna Leiani Macias. Principals and representatives are: Robin Torres, Principal El Monte High

School; Gabriel Flores, Assistant Principal of Instruction El Monte High School; Amy Avina, Principal South El Monte High School; Olga Lopez, and Assistant Principal of Student Services South El Monte High School. Representatives from Cathay Bank that were on hand to celebrate with the students were: Esther Wee, Senior Vice President Director of Marketing & CRA Officer and Winnie Tang, Marketing Coordinator.

Annual Duarte City Council Reorganization by Karen Herrera Duarte

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Duarte City Council members voted unanimously to elect Sam Kang, Mayor for 2015-2016 and Margaret Finlay, Mayor Pro Tem during the annual reorganization of the Duarte City Council at the November 24, 2015 meeting. Mayor Kang, was first elected to the Duarte City Council in 2013. As both the newest member of the City Council and the first Chinese American to serve, Kang, a healthcare IT project manager was voted unanimously to serve as Mayor by his colleagues. In addition to his duties on the Council, Kang serves as the official Council representative to the Duarte Community Services Council, the Foothill Employment and Training Consortium, the San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership, and is also a member of the League of California Cities Asian Pacific Islander

Caucus. Mayor Pro-Tem Finlay has been a member of the Duarte City Council since 1990. Finlay has been a resident of Duarte with her husband, Brad, for over 30 years where they have raised five children, all graduates of Duarte public schools. Margaret is President of the Duarte Education Foundation and also is a member of the Duarte Rotary Club. Outside of the City, Margaret is on the Executive Committee for the California Joint Powers In-

surance Authority, a member of the LA County Sheriff’s Liability Trust Fund Board, and Vice President of the Southern California Association of Governments Regional Council.

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CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE Cathay Bank Distinguished Student

Walking the path of great lions before us, EMHS recognizes Jacqueline “Jackie” Lam for her dedication to academics and extracurricular activities. She is always willing to lend a helping hand and has an amazing attitude. Congratulations Jackie

Jacqueline “Jackie” Lam

El Monte High School

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school in this leadership program offered through Panda Cares. From what we understand, the program will be offered to other schools through the San Gabriel Valley but there are requirements that the schools must meet. For more information please contact www.PandaCares.org. Through Panda Cares, Panda has supported The Leader In Me Program in over 550 schools throughout

the country. Encinitas Elementary School, sponsored by Panda since 2009 is one of 27 schools sponsored by the company that has earned the prestigious Lighthouse School Designation from the program. “We are proud to bring leadership development to schools nationwide,” said Peggy Cherng, co-chairman of Panda Restaurant Group. “Through this program, students have the opportunity to become

insightful and confident leaders who will contribute to their communities.” The Leader in Me Program was inspired by Stephen Covey’s book, “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People,” that integrates timeless leadership principles with practical character and life skills relevant to today’s challenges. By building selfconfidence, interpersonal skills, elevating student achievement, and reducing school-wide discipline problems, this program helps children become leaders in their field of interest. Earning Lighthouse School status is the highest level of achievement within the program. There are currently 161 schools in The Leader in Me Program that have been designated as Lighthouse Schools, including Encinitas Elementary School.

City of Hope and City of Duarte Sponsor 2016 “Duarte Day” by City of Duarte City of Duarte

– The City of Hope and City of Duarte have designated Sunday, December 27 as “Duarte Day,” providing a fun opportunity for local volunteers to work on the City of Hope’s 2016 Tournament of Roses Parade float. City of Hope, recognized worldwide for its compassionate care, innovative science, translational research, and laboratory breakthroughs is excited to unveil its 2016 entry “The Miracle of Science with Soul” showcasing patient adventures made possible through the City of Hope’s groundbreaking research and uniquely focused care. “Find Your Adventure” is the theme of the 2016 Tournament of Roses Parade and the entry is being built

by Phoenix Decorating Company. Opportunities are available for the first 80 volunteers who can choose between two shifts. The first shift will work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the second shift is from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Volunteers must be at least 13 years of age or over and the decoration site for the float is Rosemont Pavilion, 700 Seco St., in Pasadena. Visit eventbrite at https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/ city-of-hope-volunteerrose-float-decoratingtickets-19308044882 to select a shift during Duarte Decorating Day. To find out more about the float at www.cityofhope.org/ roseparadefloat.

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Picture of The Week

By Joe Torosian

Over the years, 15 of them, I’ve had people ask how come basketball or some of the other minor sports don’t get the attention football does? Good question and there is truth in that football has become the most popular sport in America. But the larger truth is football is the most accessible. The coaches are, for the most part, still teachers on campus. Football programs are more likely to list rosters on MaxPreps. Football schedules are 99.9% rock solid. A classic example happened this past Thursday when the online schedule for the Rosemead girls basketball team listed them as being at home against Temple City. It didn’t list the game as part of a tournament. So I went to Rosemead High School that afternoon and instead of seeing the Panthers and Rams, I saw the Panthers freshman team playing the Sierra Vista Lady Dons freshman team in a frosh-soph tournament. No worries. This has happened before. I got in my car and drove to Temple City High School. The sun was nearly set, there was still activity on the campus, it was a beautiful cool early evening…and the gym was closed and locked. The next morning I found the score of the RosemeadTemple City game, the game I could not ﬁnd, and the Panthers beat the Rams 47-6. This doesn’t make football a better sport than basketball, but it sure does make it a lot easier to cover and promote for our community. Just thought I would pass this along. My email address is at the bottom of this column if you want to send me an updated schedule of your team. It would be much appreciated. ***If you are a baseball fan you saw the Chicago Cubs sign outﬁelder Jason Heyward to a seven-year $184-million contract over the weekend. On December 11, 2010, the Boston Red Sox signed Carl Crawford to a sevenyear $140-million deal. The Dodgers acquired Crawford in 2012 as a part of the Adrian Gonzalez trade. They are going to pay Crawford $21,607,000 this season and owe him a guaranteed $21,857,000 in 2017. So far, since signing this deal in 2011, Crawford has hit a total of 22 home runs. What does it have in com-

mon with the Heyward deal? The general manager who signed both Crawford then and Heyward now is Theo Epstein. So you might want to chill on the talk about the Cubs winning their ﬁrst World Series since 1908. At least until April, or July, or next fall. Happy Birthday this week to: 12/16: Longtime area football coach Christian Williams turns 38. 12/17: Former Monrovia offensive lineman Dean Bisterfeldt turns 23. 12/17: Former Arroyo wide receiver/scoring machine Hunter Duran turns 22. 12/17: Rio Hondo College Alum/San Gabriel Tribune photographer Keith Birmingham turns 45. 12/18: Temple City swimming alum/Arcadia school teacher Alison Jensen Smith turns 40. 12/18: Former Temple City student/Current U.S. Army soldier Jordan Lewis turns 19. 12/19: Former Arcadia football player Lazarous Williams turns 24. 12/19: Former Temple City linebacker Joe Reasoner turns 26. 12/20: Arroyo football alum Andre Kerkhoff turns 22. 12/20: Rosemead football alum Justin Fregoso turns 26.

Photo by Doug Brown Did someone say that soccer wasn’t a physical game? La Canada and Maranatha high schools played to a very physical 1-1 tie under the lights last Friday night. “Recent studies show that soccer has surpassed football in concussions,” said neurologist Peter A. Puzio from Augusta Health Neurology told the Gannett News Services. “As soccer grows in popularity, so does the incidence of concussion.” Just something to think about.

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(If you have a sports birthday you’d like acknowledged drop me a line at the address below): Contact Joe at: joe@ midvalleysports.com Follow Joe at @joet13b on Twitter Listen to “The Joe Show” every Wednesday (6:P.M.) at: www.midvalleyradio.net Like “The Joe Show” on Facebook.

Gabrielino celebrates after a 2-0 victory over Temple City on Thursday. Photo by Doug Brown

Gabrielino Defeats Temple City in Soccer The Gabrielino Eagles girls soccer team defeated the Temple City Rams 2-0 on Thurs-day at home. The Eagles were 16-5-1 a year ago, and undefeated in the Mission Valley League, under head coach Rafa Moran. Currently, Gabrielino is 2-2 and chasing both El Monte and Arroyo who have 4-2 re-cords.

Miracle of San Marino

The San Marino High School football team rallied from a three touchdown deﬁcit in the fourth quarter to stun Sierra Canyon 36-35 Saturday night in the CIF Open Divi-sion State Bowl. The Titans did it all without their starting quarterback, Carson Glazier, who was knocked out of the

game in the second quarter with an injury. San Marino, now a perfect 15-0 on the season, advances to the State title game next Saturday at 4:00 P.M. in Sacramento against, 15-0, Central Catholic of Modesto.

Duarte Girls Win Azusa Tournament The Duarte High School girls basketball team improved to 5-0 on the season and cap-tured the Azusa Tournament on Friday night. The Falcons picked up key contributions from MacKenzie Barnes, Ryley Thompson and Patricia Morris. First year head coach Scott Wiard has his team playing great defense as well as great offense. Barnes, Thompson, and Morris are all averaging double digits

in points scored but as a team, Duarte is allowing less than 30-points per game. Expect them to continue to compete, along with Gladstone, for the Montview League title this season.

Boys Soccer Teams Off to Fast Start There are seven teams in the Mission Valley League and ﬁve of them have started fast with winning records. One, South El Monte, is undefeated and untied with a 3-0 record. The Eagles were helped with a 2-0 win over Duarte last week. El Monte, a playoff team a year ago (12-8-1), is 3-0-2 under head coach Eduardo Rod-riguez. The Lions started the season with ties against Gladstone and Covina but have won three straight since.

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The Peterson Principle By Tim Peterson

It wasn’t the greatest high school football game I had ever seen, but it had to be in the top five. I mean it is one thing to come back from a three touchdown deficit, but it’s another to erase the entire lead in the fourth quarter with your starting quarterback on the bench. And remember this wasn’t just another starting quarterback. This was Carson Glazier. The same Carson Glazier who threw for over 4000 yards and 47 touchdowns in the first 14 games. Glazier is arguably the best quarterback in the area. So when he was knocked out of the game in the second quarter by a body slam (illegal or not) things looked bleak for the Titans against Sierra Canyon in the State Bowl game Saturday night. It looked even bleaker for San Marino when Sierra Canyon scored twice in the third quarter to go up 3514. San Marino originally turned to Mark Wicke to spell Glazier, a senior who does a little bit of everything for the Titans. But when Sierra Canyon was still up by 21 in the fourth quarter Titan Head Coach Mike Hobbie called on sophomore Blake Cabot to go under center. And Cabot, another southpaw quarterback, was more than up to the task. “Blake did a phenomenal job. He did what we asked him to do and that was to get the ball to J.P.,” Hobbie said with wry smile. Oh yeah, there was that guy, too. J.P. Shohfi. Yeah, he’s not bad. When a 21 point margin evaporates in a little more eight minutes things have to go wrong for the team who gives it up as well. As good as San Marino was, Sierra Canyon contributed to its own demise. First Niko Harris missed a 30 -yard field goal, normally a chip shot for him that would have made it 38-14. On the ensuing possession, Dylan Tate was unable to hold on to a sure interception that would have set up Sierra Canyon in scoring position. The Titans subsequently cut it to 35-20 on a Michael Chan touchdown run and the Trailblazers committed another miscue. They mishandled the kickoff and then a sack left them at their own eight-yard line. They were forced to punt a play later and San Marino took over on a short field at the Sierra Canyon 44. Boom! Cabot did what he was told to do and got the ball to Shohfi, who did the rest on a 44-yard score. Three miscues by the

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Trailblazers and San Marino immediately took advantage and it was 35-28 after a two-point conversion. At that point, it was clear the tide had turned. So it was no surprise when the Titans defense held again and a Cabot to Shohﬁ pass and two runs by Wicke put the Titans up 36-35. By the way was there any doubt Hobbie would go for two? “Those who know me know there was no doubt,” Hobbie said. Things went south quickly for Sierra Canyon and the dream season continues for the Titans as they head north next weekend. Hobbie may have summed it up best as his players and coaches celebrated behind him. “It’s kind of like a blur,” he said.

La Puente 56 Mt. View 41 Rio Hondo Prep 55 El Monte 46 Chadwick 75 Bassett 56 Alhambra 57 South East 37 Temple City 73 Huntington Park 36 Thursday, December 10 Arroyo 62 Bassett 53 Tahquitz 59 Gabrielino 53 Bosco Tech 51 Pilibos 36 San Gabriel Academy 66 San Gabriel 29 Alhambra 56 El Rancho 55 South Hills 63 Duarte 30 Temple City 69 Schurr 53 Rio Hondo Prep 60 Cate 37

Friday, December 11 Arroyo 66 Wilson 65 Mt. View 56 Gladstone 18 Bosco Tech 49 Nogales 31 Los Altos 81 Alhambra 47 Lawndale 67 Temple City 66 Saturday, December 12 Rosemead 78 Edgewood 47 San Marino 52 Bosco Tech 50 Montclair 65 Bassett 58 Temple City 57 Alhambra 53 GIRLS Wednesday, December 9 Don Lugo 80 Rosemead 39 Pomona 41 Arroyo 18 Duarte 42 Temple City 37 Sierra Vista 54 Jurupa Hills 23 San Gabriel 42 Jordan 37

Thursday, December 10 Arroyo 33 Jurupa Hills 28 Temple City 47 Rosemead 6 Nogales 36 Baldwin Park 24 Duarte 49 Don Lugo 27 Legacy 56 San Gabriel 32 Rio Hondo Prep 51 San Gabriel Mission 42 Friday, December 11 Pioneer 43 Mt. View 37 Duarte 46 Louisville 24 Sierra Vista 56 Pomona 36 Rosary Academy 63 San Gabriel 23 Temple City 51 La Sierra 25 Gladstone 53 Bassett 31 Saturday, December 12 Los Osos 50 Arroyo 25 South Hills 57 Sierra Vista 36 San Gabriel 40 Compton Centennial 38

That's my principle. Tim can be reached at: tim@midvalleysports.com and on Twitter @tspeterson40.

It is always a battle under the boards. Photo by Joe T.

'The Mid' Girls Basketball

'The Mid' Boys Basketball

How ﬂuid is the basketball situation in December? Look no further than the Duarte Falcons. Scott Wiard’s team checked in last week with one win and now, four wins and an Azusa Tournament title later, they are number one. Expect them to be there for a while. Temple City moved from number nine to number four. Rio Hondo Prep under head coach Joel Parker made its 2015-2016 debut this past week with a pair of victories. The Lady Kares are always competitive.

Local boys teams have caught ﬁre. Last week El Monte was number one, but this week they drop to number four. The Lions haven’t done anything wrong, but Arroyo and Temple City have done nearly everything right. With a series of wins Bosco Tech launched its way into the mix. La Puente has won three in a row and all of a sudden Rio Hondo Prep has emerged. The Kares defeated the El Monte Lions on Wednesday.

1. Duarte: 5-0 2. South El Monte: 4-1 3. Arcadia: 3-2 4. Temple City: 5-4 5. San Gabriel: 5-4 6. Rio Hondo Prep: 2-0 7. Sierra Vista: 4-6 8. El Monte: 3-3 9. Monrovia: 3-3 10. Baldwin Park: 2-5

Rosemead girls are off to a rough start. Photo by Joe T

1. Arroyo: 6-1 2. Temple City: 5-1 3. Alhambra: 5-3 4. El Monte: 7-3 5. Bosco Tech: 5-3 6. La Puente: 4-2 7. Gabrielino: 4-2 8. Bassett: 4-6 9. Rio Hondo Prep: 2-0 10. Monrovia: 3-3

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-642208-RY Order No.: 140239887-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/17/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): GRACE R. BALINGCOS, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 2/27/2006 as Instrument No. 06 0419652 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 12/30/2015 at 10:30AM Place of Sale: Near the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, California 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $518,379.26 The purported property address is: 11716 LOWER AZUSA ROAD, EL MONTE, CA 91732 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 8547-015-064 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same

lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888-988-6736 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-642208-RY . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888988-6736 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-642208-RY IDSPub #0096046 12/9/2015 12/16/2015 12/23/2015 MID VALLLEY NEWS

EL MONTE CAPER REVIEW NOTICE City of Public Notice Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluated Report (CAPER) Fiscal Year 2014-2015 (from 7/1/2014-6/30/2015) The City of El Monte will be submitting to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) a Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the fiscal year 2014-2015. Title 1 of the National Affordable Housing Act established the requirement that municipalities who apply for direct assistance under certain HUD programs have an approved housing and community development strategy. The Major purpose of the City of El Monte’s CAPER is to report the progress the City has made in carrying out the 5-year Consolidated Plan and One-Year Action Plan. The document also provides the municipality the opportunity to assess its annual performance in relationship to meeting the overall Five-Year Consolidated Plan priorities and objectives, and what actions or changes the City intends to make as a result of our annual performance. The City of El Monte is required to make available to the general public the CAPER for examination and comment for a 15 day period. The City is making available to the general public the draft document. Copies of the draft are available for examination and comment during normal hours from December 18, 2015 through January 2, 2016 at City Hall, the El Monte Regional Library, Social Services Center, as well as on the City’s website. Written comments may be submitted in advance of the meeting to the Economic Development Department. Address written comments: Attention: Fernando Lopez- Housing Manager, City of El Monte Economic Development Department, 11333 Valley Blvd. El Monte, CA 91731, Tel: 626-258-8616 In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate, please contact the City Clerk Department at 626-5802001. TDD users may call the California TDD Relay Service at 1-800-735-2922. Services such as American Sign Language interpreters, a reader during a meeting, auxiliary aids, large print copies of an agenda and/or translation assistance for non-English speakers are available upon reasonable and timely request. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72 hours prior to the meeting/event you wish to attend. Due to difficulties in securing sign language interpreters, five or more business days’ notice is strongly recommended. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk at 626-580-2001. Published and Wednesday, mailed on: December 16, 2015

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EL MONTE CAPER REVIEW NOTICE Ciudad de Noticia publica Consolidado Informe Anual de Desempeño Evaluado (CAPER) Año ﬁscal 2014-2015 (desde el 7/1 / 2014- 6 /30/2015) La ciudad de El Monte se presentará al Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano de EE.UU. (HUD) un Informe Consolidado Anual de Evaluación del Desempeño (CAPER) para el año ﬁscal 2014-2015. Título 1 de la Ley Nacional de Vivienda Asequible estableció el requisito de que los municipios que solicitan ayuda directa en virtud de ciertos programas de HUD tienen una estrategia de desarrollo de la vivienda y la comunidad aprobado. El propósito principal de la Ciudad de CAPER de El Monte es reportar el progreso que el Ayuntamiento ha realizado en la ejecución del Plan Consolidado de 5 años y el plan de acción de un año. El documento también ofrece el municipio la oportunidad de evaluar su desempeño anual en relación con el cumplimiento de las prioridades y los objetivos generales del Plan Quinquenal Consolidado, y qué acciones o cambia la Ciudad tiene la intención de hacer como resultado de nuestro desempeño anual.

NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2015299133. ORIGINAL FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BUFFERMAN AUTO DETAIL 1210 BAYPORT CIR POMONA, CA 91768 LA COUNTY. Registered Owner(s): MARIO ALBERTO GARCIA GONZALEZ 1210 BAYPORT CIR POMONA CA. 91768 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name on MARIO ALBERTO GARCIA GONZALEZ, TITLE; OWNER. Notice – In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 Days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered Owner. A new fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. Effective January 1, 2014, The Fictitious Business Name statement must be accompanied by the affidavit of identity form. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Dean C. Logan, Los Angeles County Clerk. By: Kathryn Brailsford, Deputy Published The Notice: 12.02.2015, 12.09.2015 12.16.2015, 12.23.2015 MID VALLEY NEWS

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La ciudad de El Monte tiene la obligación de poner a disposición del público en general CAPER para su examen y comentario por un período de 15 días. El Ayuntamiento pone a disposición del público en general el proyecto de documento. Las copias del proyecto están disponibles para su revisión y comentarios durante las horas normales de 18 de diciembre 2015 a través de 02 de enero 2016 en el Ayuntamiento, la Biblioteca Regional de El Monte, Centro de Servicios Sociales, así como en la página web de la Ciudad. Los comentarios escritos pueden ser presentados antes de la reunión con el Departamento de Desarrollo Económico. Dirección escrito comentarios: Atención: Fernando López-Vivienda Manager, Ciudad de El Monte del Departamento de Desarrollo Económico, 11333 Valley Blvd. El Monte, CA 91731 Tel: 626-258-8616 En cumplimiento de la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades, si necesita asistencia especial para participar, por favor póngase en contacto con la Secretaría Municipal al 626-580-2001. Los usuarios de TDD pueden llamar al servicio de retransmisión TDD California en 1-800-735-2922. Los servicios tales como intérpretes lenguaje de señas americano, un lector durante una reunión, ayudas auxiliares, grandes copias impresas de una agenda y / o asistencia de traducción para los que no hablan inglés están disponibles bajo petición razonable y oportuna. Para asegurar la disponibilidad, se aconseja hacer su solicitud por lo menos 72 horas antes de la reunión / evento que desea asistir. Debido a las diﬁcultades en la obtención de intérpretes de lengua de signos, se recomienda encarecidamente un preaviso de cinco o más días hábiles. Para obtener información adicional, por favor póngase en contacto con el Secretario de la Ciudad al 626-580-2001. Published and Wednesday, mailed on: December 16, 2015

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press service route through downtown L.A. to provide access to more job locations, including Civic Center, Bunker Hill, county and federal courthouses, county offices and Union Station • Additional afternoon weekday trips from downtown L.A. to San Pedro have been added to relieve crowding

• The Silver Line Express 950X will begin service earlier in the afternoon and run later than Line 450 “The Silver Line Express is a great example of how Metro is exploring new ways to make service better for our customers,” said Metro CEO Phil Washington. “We had two popular lines – the Silver Line and

the 450 – and we combined them to improve service, convenience and reach for our patrons. The new line is also taking advantage of the speed offered by another of our projects: the Harbor Freeway ExpressLanes. We know the Silver Line Express is going to be a great benefit to residents of the San Pedro area.”

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combines a rigorous collegepreparatory program with a technology-focused education. The innovative science, engineering, technology and math (STEM) curriculum allows students to exceed university admission requirements while complet-

ing extensive integrated coursework in one of several applied science and engineering fields. Each year for the past several years, one hundred percent of the graduating class earned college acceptances. For more information on

the competition, contact Ms. Valeria De Luna at MathCompetition@boscotech. edu. For further information about Bosco Tech, call (626) 940-2000 or visit www. boscotech.edu.

reading levels. There really are some fabulous books here and our students are very excited to see books by Rick Riordan, who wrote The Lightening Thief and The Red Pyramid. He is a favorite author of middle schoolers.” Along with their free book, each student received a RIF bookmark and the award winning bookmark created for their grade level. “At Madrid we encourage everyone to read and the RIF program is a wonderful way to get books to our students,” said Morrow. “Our week-long literacy celebration was great and our

leadership class did a great job making posters promoting reading that were hung all around the campus.” Since 1972 RIF has improved literacy by helping children discover the magic of reading for fun and develop a library at home. RIF So. Cal. annually provides over 300,000 new, free books to students in grades K through 8. According to Doug Jones, Language Arts teacher, Madrid students will participate in a total of three RIF book distributions this school year and the next one is scheduled in the springtime.

Madrid Middle School Students are Thankful for Good Books and the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) Program by Michele Earle El Monte

Sixth through eighth grade students at Madrid Middle School enjoyed selecting a new book thanks to Reading Is Fundamental of Southern California (RIFSoCal) who invited the school to participate in the 2015-16 RIF book distribution. Held the week prior to Thanksgiving, Madrid combined the book distribution with a week-long literacy celebration theme “Be Thankful for Good Books.” Students were able to choose from a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction selections as they browsed through the books set up in the school library. “This is great,” said Estela Morrow, Madrid’s Library Technician. “There is such a great selection of books from biographies on influential people like Anne Frank and Leonardo Da Vinci to classics like Old Yeller as well as books for different

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Entertainment Corner Rose Parade Previews

by Annick J. Downhower Pasadena

Bleachers and viewing stands are going up from Orange Grove to Sierra Madre Boulevard in Pasadena. That means the 127th Rose Parade and 102nd Rose Bowl game are coming soon! Before the floats roll down Colorado Boulevard, and Stanford battles Iowa, a variety of activities will let out-of-town visitors and locals preview the excitement. Float Viewing: Decorating floats with all natural materials, ranging from flowers to exotic fruits and vegetables to tiny seeds, is detailed work. The public can view that process at three hallsBrookside Pavilion and Rosemont Pavilion, both near the Rose Bowl; and the Rose Palace at 835 So. Raymond. Tickets are required for everyone over the age 5.

Admission is $5 December 27; it increases to $10 December 28-30. Viewing will occur only at the Rose Palace December 31; the charge that day is $15. Tickets may be purchased on-site, but supplies are limited. Parking is free. Bandfest: Bands from overseas, across the U.S., and local schools will provide musical entertainment during the parade. Prior to New Year’s Day, they will perform field shows at Bandfest. Held at Pasadena City College, the shows are 1:30PM December 29 and 9:30AM and 2PM December 30. Tickets for attendees age 5 and over are $15 each. Equestfest: The Rose Parade wouldn’t be complete without equestrian units. After all, the early floats were

Courtesy of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses®

horse-drawn. The public can see beautiful horses and their talented riders perform at Equestfest at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center

In The Heart of the Sea by Glen Maldonado National

In 1820, crewmen Owen Chase played by Chris Hemsworth (Thor), George Pollard played by Benjamin Walker (Flags of Our Father) and Matthew Joy played by Cillian Murphy (28 Days

Later) are aboard the New England vessel Essex. They face a harrowing battle for survival when a whale of giant size and strength attacks with force, crippling their ship and leaving them

adrift in the ocean. Pushed to their limits and facing storms, starvation, panic and despair, the survivors must resort to their limits to stay alive. Their incredible tale ultimately inspires author Herman Melville to write the book “Moby-Dick.” This movie is based on the event from which the book was written. Ron Howard directs this movie, of course we know him from his previous work “Apollo 13” and for his Oscar winning movie “A Beautiful Mind.” Charles Leavitt wrote the screenplay. Acting is top notch in the film and Ron coming from an actors side, is a good director in that sense. The movie falls short of an instant classic, but does give you an old school way of telling a story. The whale in this movie gives a” Jaws” like appearance, as we hardly see it. It was obviously cheaper to have less scenes with the whale but these people are trying to survive and this whale is a menace. Visual effects are great in this film and it sounds amazing, especially in 3D as it is enhanced. The biggest problem for this film is its story. It is not new as it’s one we have all heard, but fails to interpret it correctly. If you’re a fan of “Moby Dick,” then stick to the book as it has a better story and your imagination can make the visuals. Grade C Rated Pg-13

viewing can be purchased in advance from Sharp Seating Company on their website (www.sharpseating.com) or by phone (626)795-4171. Live on Green: This new event will offer activities related to the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl game. The free festival will run December 29-31 at the Pasadena Convention Center. Exhibits and activities will include: a family fun zone with athletic games, food (including Dole® Whip), and street performers; the Bistro and Culinary Experience featuring gourmet dishes from celebrity Chef Ben Ford; displays celebrating the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service which is the inspiration for the parade’s “Find Your Adven-

December 29 from noon to 2PM. General entry is $15; VIP reserved seats are $40. Tickets to Bandfest, Equestfest and float Rose Parade Previews Continued on page 15

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by Sal Gomez Santa Fe Springs

The Musical King of Latin Rock, Willie G

The Santa Fe Springs Swap Meet is a hustle and bustle of activity on any given day and weekend, but it’s the weekend days and evenings that music explodes throughout the aisles of shopping. Last weekend was no exception. For those that grew up in the 60’s and

70’s the “East L.A. Sound” or as some would call it, “Chicano Rock” was giving birth to the sweet sound mix of guitars, drums, and brass. Yes, brass...as in horns and trumpets. Long before bands as popular as Chicago used horn sections, the sounds of horns mixed with rock &

roll came first out of East L.A. and specifically.... Salesian High School. It was at Salesian that most of the legendary members of the band “Thee Midnighters” came from initially. It was with this pioneering band that singer Willie Garcia a.k.a. Willie G made

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his presence known. As life would have it and after all the successes that little innovative band from East L.A. had experienced along with Willie G’s multi-leveled career, it would take him to some very high moments and very low moments. Mr. Garcia is still here, still performing and more importantly still helping others through their trials and hard

photos by Sal Gomez

life lessons. Taking the stage last Saturday with a full horn section, Willie G was in fine form. His vocal performance was strong and never showed any sign of faulting or breaking. The crowd jumped up and danced, engaged Willie with shout outs and hand written requests, which is a fact not too many legendary musicians would be willing to do today!

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ture” theme; music from the U.S. Air Force Galaxy band; TV station KTLA’s historic

parade broadcasts; and a tribute to float designer Raul Rodriguez who passed away

in 2015, leaving a legacy of beautiful, award-winning designs.

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Courtesy Photos by Devette Johnson

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