San Pedro Today - August 2018

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Midlife Tooth Loss Associated With Higher Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease, Research Suggests

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edical News Today (3/23, Paddock) reported that preliminary research found “tooth loss in middle age is tied to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, independent of traditional risk factors such as high blood pressure, poor diet, and diabetes.” Study co-author Lu Qi, who is a professor of epidemiology at Tulane University, said, “Our findings suggest that middle-aged adults who have lost two or more teeth in [the] recent past could be at increased risk for cardiovascular disease.” The study is not yet published but the abstract is available in the journal Circulation. “This pattern is concerning, given that

HPV Causing “Epidemic Of Oral Cancer” In Men

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that HPV is “unleashing an epidemic of oral cancer among men.” The article reports that “men are four times more likely than women to be diagnosed with oral cancer,” which has “overtaken cervical cancer as the most common HPV-related malignancy in the United States.” The article states that this trend is due in part to men’s immune response, explaining that “compared with women, men are more likely to get infected with HPV – including ‘high-risk’ cancercausing strains,” and “they also are less able to wipe out infection on their own, and more likely to get reinfected.” The authors of one study examining HPV in men, said, “HPV vaccination is the only reliable method to ensure immune protection against new HPV infections and subsequent disease in males.”

timely dental care is essential for good oral health, especially in individuals with diabetes.” - Dr. Huabin Luo, a researcher at East Carolina University

People With Diabetes Visit Dentist Less Often, Study Finds

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n a news release on its website, New York University (4/2) states that a new study led by researchers at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing and East Carolina University’s Brody School of Medicine found “adults with diabetes are less likely to visit the dentist than people with prediabetes or without diabetes.” The study “showed an overall decline in dental visits among adults with and without diabetes, but people with diabetes were consistently the least likely to obtain oral healthcare.” The findings were published in The Journal of the American Dental Association.

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Did you know that San Pedro’s public library is as old as San Pedro itself? Or that the library has had five different homes around town, one of which was paid for by Andrew Carnegie? (Yes, that Andrew Carnegie.) I had no idea until our resident historian, Angela Romero, shared her findings with me as we mark the library’s 130th anniversary this month.

My earliest memory of our library was visiting it when its current home on the corner of 9th and Gaffey St. opened in 1983. My only memory of that morning was staring at the stainedglass window of a boat and bridge located near the reading room’s high ceiling. For some reason, I was fascinated by it. I returned to the library for the first time in at least 25 years last month when we did a photo shoot for this issue, and I caught myself staring at that stained-glass window once more. That sense memory of being a 3rd grader again, reading a Highlights magazine or finishing some homework. It’s strange what we remember from our youth.

In addition to the history, we look forward by featuring Ednita Kelly, the library’s children’s librarian who’s most famous for her LAPL Book Bike; and the Friends of the San Pedro Library, a

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Even though technology has created a digital world, the importance of our local libraries cannot be understated.

There are many books and research materials that are out of print and not digitized and can only be found at our libraries. They are still important ambassadors of literacy and literature that we need to continue to support.

THEY’VE MOVED Running a small business isn’t easy. So, when I heard that two of San Pedro’s long-time Western Avenue businesses, Captain’s Treasure Chest Jewelry and The Distinctive Edge Picture Framing & Gallery, had to look for new homes last month, I was concerned we might lose two of our town’s cherished businesses to another city, like Lomita or Torrance.

Fortunately, that wasn’t the case.

Both businesses have found new homes just across the street from their old locations. The Ganoe family moved Captain’s Treasure Chest to the second level of The Terraces, and Ron Sesco moved The Distinctive Edge to Palos Verdes Plaza, next to Stuft Pizza.

Both businesses had grand re-opening ribbon-cutting ceremonies last month.

Check out their new shops and continue supporting our local businesses. spt Joshua Stecker is publisher/editorin-chief of San Pedro Today. Letters to the Editor can be emailed to contact@sanpedrotoday.com.

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AUGUST Every Wednesday – CREATIVE WRITING CLASS FOR KIDS at The Corner Store (1118 W. 37th St.), 4:30 – 5:45p. Taught by San Pedro Today columnist, Jennifer Marquez. $10 per class. For more info, email jennifertmarquez@yahoo.com.

2 (Thurs) – FIRST THURSDAY ARTWALK in Downtown San Pedro, 6 – 9p.

Live music, food trucks, art gallery displays, and food and drink specials from local bars and restaurants. Experience the most anticipated monthly event in San Pedro!

3 (Fri) – LA WATERFRONT MOVIE NIGHT: THE SANDLOT at Bloch Field (1500 S. Harbor Blvd.), 6:30 – 10p. The Port of Los Angeles presents a free movie night on the LA Waterfront!

Enjoy free outdoor screening of The Sandlot. Bring a blanket and chair, no food or beverages will be provided.

Family activity starts at 6:30p, movie starts at 8:10p.

8 (Wed) – L.A. FLEET WEEK VOLUNTEER REUNION & RECRUITMENT PARTY at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium (3720 Stephen M. White Dr.), 6 – 9p. Staff from the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce and the L.A. Fleet Week Foundation will provide information on volunteer opportunities and the upcoming event. Pizza and beverages will be served. To RSVP and for more info, call (310) 832-7272.

9 (Mon) – SPHS CLASS OF 1945 REUNION BREAKFAST at The Grinder (511 S. Harbor Blvd.),9:30a. RSVP to Alice Jacobson (310) 832-1807 or Dina Branning (310) 835-2470.

ing, featuring great summer dishes for home and entertaining. Recipes will be included. Shop summer clothing items, See’s Candy, and great gift ideas. For more info, call (310) 832-8355, ext. 221.

11 (Sat) – LITERARY SAN PEDRO WALKING TOUR, 10a. Local historian and San Pedro Today columnist, Angela "Romee" Romero, will share the words of local writers and those who found inspiration here as she takes you to some of the favorite haunts of the literary set.

Tickets $15 and space is limited. A second tour will be offered Sunday, August 26. Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

12 (Sun) – SUNDAYS WITH ROMEE HISTORY TALK at Inner Harmony Yoga (579 W. 9th St.), 2p. Local historian and San Pedro Today columnist, Angela “Romee” Romero, presents a summer series of San Pedro history talks on the second Sunday of the month. This month’s talk is titled “San Pedro School Days.” Admission is $10 and space is limited. Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

17 (Fri) – 18 (Sat) – SHAKESPEARE

BY THE SEA at Point Fermin Park (807 W. Paseo Del Mar), 8p. Enjoy the works of The Bard in a scenic setting! Shakespeare by the Sea returns for several presentations of “The Winter’s Tale” and “The Merry Wives of Windsor.”

Free admission. Donations accepted.

For dates and more info, visit shakespearebythesea.org.

18 (Sat) – 130TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION at the San Pedro Library (931 S. Gaffey St.), 2p. Senior librarian David Ellis and his staff will present a program highlighting the history and current programs of the library. Free.

9 (Thurs) – FOOD TASTING at Assistance League San Pedro-South Bay 23 (Thurs) – 25 (Sat) – HOT PEDRO (1441 W. 8th Street), 11a – 3p. The Assistance League San Pedro-South Bay NITES. Enjoy a fun-filled weekend!

Thursday: Benefit Concert at the Gift Shop will be hosting a free tast-

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Warner Grand Theatre (478 W. 6th St.), featuring performances by The Kingsmen and Surfin’: The Beach Boys Tribute. Tickets are $40/general and VIP available. Friday: Cruise Nite on Pacific Avenue; Saturday: Rockin’ Pedro Reunion. For tickets and more info, visit cleansanpedro.tix.com.

25 (Sat) – 14TH ANNUAL LIGHT AT THE LIGHTHOUSE MUSIC FESTIVAL at Point Fermin Park (807 W. Paseo Del Mar), 10a – 6p. This annual event features live music, entertainment, and a day full of family fun and fellowship. Four stages of some of the best in Christian music and worship, food trucks, local vendors, and more. Free admission. For more info, visit lightatthelighthouse.org.

26 (Sun) – NUTCRACKER AUDITIONS at the San Pedro City Ballet (1231 S. Pacific Ave.), Ages 4 – 5: 12:30 – 1:15p; Ages 6 – 8: 1:20 – 2:05p; Ages 9 – 11: 2:10 – 3:55p; Ages 12+: 4 – 4:45p; Adults: 4:50 – 5:30p. Open to all.

For more info, visit sanpedrocityballet. org or call (310) 732-1861.

29 (Wed) – LOS SERENOS DOCENTS OPEN HOUSE at Point Vicente Interpretive Center (31501 Palos Verdes Dr. West), 7p. Classes start September 12.

For more info, call (310) 544-5375.

31 (Fri) – SEPTEMBER 3 (Mon) – 2018 ANNUAL L.A. FLEET WEEK. Held during Labor Day Weekend, Fleet Week has become a national tradition honoring the US Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. The event includes active military activities, public events, STEM education expo, concerts, and aircraft demonstrations. Once the ships dock, its crew can enjoy the sights and

sounds of San Pedro, and visit our local attractions, restaurants, and shops. The public has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take guided tours of the ships, honor the service men and women, and enjoy unique entertainment. For more info, visit lafleetweek.com.

THIS FALL SEPTEMBER 8 (Sat) – THE AUXILIARY OF THE LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR “MAKE IT A HABIT” GALA at Rolling Hills Country Club (1 Chandler Ranch Road). Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Little Sisters arrival in the United States. For more info, call (310) 548-0625, ext. 212.

SEPTEMBER 8 (Sat) – 9 (Sun) – KALACHAKRA EMPOWERMENT at Croatian American Hall of San Pedro (631 W. 9th St.), 9a – 5p. A realized Tibetan Lama will be giving the Kalachakra Empowerment, a Buddhist teaching that the Dalai Lama has given all over the world. For more info, email chloe@rimekalachakra.org.

SEPTEMBER 14 (Fri) – SAN PEDRO PIRATE BOOSTERS CLUB 60TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER at San Pedro Fish Market (1190 Nagoya Way), 6p.

Are you a past president of the San Pedro Pirate Boosters Club? Contact them today! This special event will be honoring past presidents with an evening celebrating their legacy and impact to San Pedro High School Athletics. Tickets: Past presidents +1 guest, admission is complimentary; $25/family and friends; $250/full table of 10. For more info, contact Leonard Miller at (310) 7019357, sppirateboostersclub@gmail.com, or visit sanpedropirateboosters.com.

Want to see your event here? Email events@sanpedrotoday.com to place a listing. Deadline for the September issue is Friday, August 17.

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SHINING A LIGHT: A MUSIC FESTIVAL FOR ALL

by Jacob A. Ybarra Music is a universal language. No matter who you are or where you come from, music has and always will be a fundamental part of what it means to be human. Music doesn’t discriminate based on backgrounds, race, or religion.

Rather, it embraces these aspects.

On Saturday, August 25, family and friends from all across the South Bay are welcome to join together at Point Fermin Park for the 14th Annual Light at the Lighthouse Music Festival.

For the past 13 years, this Christian music festival, free and open to the public, has delivered a fun and festive environment that people of all ages can enjoy. With 30 different

Light at the Lighthouse (photo: Facebook/Light at the Lighthouse)

bands, four different stages, and one key mission, this year’s festival is hoping to deliver once again.

“We just want to spread a little light in the community, and try to introduce the community to what the Christian lifestyle is all about,” says Bill Fleury, coordinator of Light at the Lighthouse.

The headlining band for this year’s festival is Kutless, a Christian rock band based out of Portland, Oregon, who have released a number of albums since forming in 2001 and have been nominated for several Gospel Music Association Dove Awards. Other bands include Soul Reformation, Two or More, and Pearl Botts.

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In order to ensure that there is enough music for everyone, the bands will be spread across four stages, which includes the Main Stage, showcasing headlining talent, the Worship Stage, which will host local church bands and performances, the EDGE Stage, highlighting Christian rock, and a Youth Stage, where kids of all ages can also enjoy the various activities provided, such as face painting, puppet shows, and even a rock climbing wall.

“We have so many genres of music and so many activities,” Fleury says enthusiastically. “This is something that everybody can enjoy. Anyone

in attendance is a guest of honor.”

On top of the music and activities, there will also be food trucks and picnicking areas available, with visitors encouraged to spend a family-friendly day at the park. Regardless of your religious beliefs, all are welcomed to enjoy good music, delicious food, and being a part of the community. spt The 14th Annual Light at the Lighthouse Music Festival will be held on Saturday, August 25 at Point Fermin Park (807 W. Paseo Del Mar), 10a – 6p. For more information, visit lightatthelighthouse.org.

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BLAST FROM THE PAST: THE RETURN OF HOT PEDRO NITES

by Jacob A. Ybarra Driving on Pacific Avenue through the heart of Downtown San Pedro, you begin to get a sense of nostalgia. The classic architecture and layout of the streets, stretching from 19th to 5th, brings you back to the classic era of the 1950s.

And while we continue to push forward within the 21st century, those glory days of classic San Pedro can be relived, thanks to the return of Hot Pedro Nites.

Beginning Thursday, August 23, the three-night weekend event will include a rockin’ concert, a classic car cruise night, and a reunion celebration.

Thursday night’s benefit concert, held at the historic Warner Grand Theatre,

Hot Pedro Nites in 2007 (photo: Joshua Stecker)

will be the highlight of the weekend as it will showcase performances by The Kingsmen, who’s rendition of the hit song “Louie Louie” has become a staple of the rock 'n' roll era, as well as Surfin’, a Beach Boys tribute band.

Another special appearance for local music lovers will be the event’s host, K-EARTH 101 FM legend Brian Beirne, better known to listeners as “Mr. Rock N' Roll.”

“It’s a concert that all can enjoy,” says Steven Kleinjan, Hot Pedro Nites organizer, “I’m even taking my grandkids.”

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On Friday night, the streets of Downtown San Pedro will play host to the Pacific Cruise Nite. Classic car owners are welcome to cruise down the streets of San Pedro and reminisce of a time when adults and teenagers alike would drive the streets listening to rock 'n' roll under neon lights and head towards the drive-in or a malt shop.

Finally, on Saturday there will be a Rockin’ Pedro Reunion held at the Dalmatian-American Club. Past graduating classes from San Pedro Senior High School are invited to come

together to reconnect with old friends and relive the glory days of their teenage years.

San Pedro is a town with character and charm, and since those traits stretch back for decades, it only makes sense that the best way to remember and embrace the memories of the “good ‘ol days” is to go out and enjoy those Hot Pedro Nites. spt The Hot Pedro Nites Benefit Concert will be held on Thursday, August 23 at the Warner Grand Theatre (478 W. 6th St.) at 7:30p, doors at 6:30p. For more tickets and more info, visit cleansanpedro.tix.com.

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HAPPY DAYS FROM SUNKEN CITY TO THE LIBRARY TO LOCHMANN FARMS

by Steve Marconi I think most of my fellow baby boomers would agree that we had it pretty good growing up in San Pedro in the 1950s and ‘60s.

There was the great year-round weather, for starters.

But it was much more than that. We had Cabrillo Beach, which back then, before the Inner Harbor became toxic, meant both the calm side and the rough side – take your pick. Torrance Beach?

Where’s that?

In the summer, of course, you also had your choice of outdoor pools: Gaffey Street and later on, Peck Park (or Fort MacArthur for the really lucky ones). There was the YMCA, with

indoor pools at both the old facility on Beacon Street and the new one on Bandini, and the Boys’ Club for any number of activities. In addition, the Y offered those wonderful summer camps in the mountains.

We had beautiful parks everywhere, not to mention Sunken City and the tidepools at Point Fermin and Royal Palms, which you could actually enjoy for free. Speaking of free, there was John Olguin’s marvelous mayonnaise jar aquarium, and the great maritime displays upstairs. We had the breakwater, Norm’s Landing, and later, Ports O’ Call Village. You could ride the ferry to Terminal Island and back, take a day trip to Catalina aboard the Great White Steamer. Or visit Marineland.

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downtown. I’ve often said I grew up in the Warner Grand. And who doesn’t have fond memories of the San Pedro Drive-In? We also had fields to play in. I’m not talking organized sports venues, like Bloch or Midtown, but actual empty lots, where kids could romp around for hours playing things like Cowboys & Indians, or war with a wide assortment of plastic armaments. Boomers can still recall a time when San Pedro wasn’t covered with apartments, when windy days brought tumbleweeds rolling out of those vacant lots and down the street.

I was fortunate enough to live on the north end of town in the early `60s, when Lochmann Farms still existed, and Westmont was a dead-end. There were no homes between Cooper High and Westmont, just tall weeds all along the storm drain. Acres and acres of fields, where imaginations could run wild. It was heaven for active young boys. Did kids anywhere have the choice of things to do that we had in San Pedro?

With all of that, the place I recall with the most fondness is the old library. In the days when a parent could let their young son or daughter wander the city un-chaperoned, I would take the bus (yes, the bus was once a popular mode of transportation) from my home on 25th Street to the library at 11th and Gaffey. I would sit and read for hours at those old wooden desks, and still bring home the maximum of 10 books each trip.

I loved that library, but my regular visits ended probably in the early `60s, around the time I entered Dodson Junior High, which had, what I considered at the time, its own majestic library. Once I began making money with my News-Pilot paper route, I joined the Science Fiction Book-AMonth Club and began building up my own home library (which already had a good start with several encyclopedia sets courtesy of the local grocery).

Libraries, generally, remain wonderful places, and I have nothing but good memories about the grand old lady now turning 130. For those who get their literature via downloads

and see brick-and-mortar libraries as anachronisms, all I can say is, you can have my wood-pulp book when you can pry it from my cold, dead hands. Long live Melvil Dewey! And shame on you if you have to Google his name.

NEVER FORGET The search for sunken WWII ships funded by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen has been ongoing since 2007, and one of his most recent finds should interest San Pedrans.

In March, his team, using unmanned submersibles, discovered the light cruiser USS Juneau, sunk by a Japanese submarine in waters off Guadalcanal on November 13, 1942. Famed for the loss of the five Sullivan brothers, also among the 687 sailors who perished were three San Pedro men: Otto Christman, James Rifley, and Rifley’s stepson, John Moir.

In December 2016, Australian researchers discovered the remains of the heavy cruiser USS Houston, which was sunk February 4, 1942, in the Battle of Sunda Strait. More than 650 sailors were lost, including two San Pedrans: Andrew Giret and Joseph A. Williams.

Allen’s most famous discovery was the USS Indianapolis in August 2017. The Indianapolis was sunk by a Japanese sub on July 30, 1945, after delivering components for the first atom bomb to Tinian. Of the crew of 1,195, only 316 survived. One of those lost was Allan Rider, who was born in San Pedro, graduated from Narbonne High, and attended First Methodist Church in San Pedro with his family.

Allan and his older brother, Dick, were star athletes for the Gauchos. Dick joined the Army when war broke out and was married at First Methodist in November 1943. Five months before Allan went down with the Indianapolis, Dick was killed in action during the Battle of the Bulge; he’s buried in the American cemetery in Lorraine, France.

The sunken warships are designated war graves sites. spt Steve Marconi can be reached at spmarconi@yahoo.com.

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TELLING STORIES TO PRESERVE OUR HISTORY

by Jack Baric San Pedro is rich with great stories.

Our port serves as the multi-ethnic landing pad for immigrants around the world, who came here desperate for a better life.

We have dockworkers whose legacy includes being part of a union that was a major leader in the epic American labor struggles of the 20th Century.

We have a proud fishing history that laid the groundwork for much of the prosperity in our town. These stories are what inspired me to start San Pedro Magazine and later, when I started a production company, to make a documentary film called Port Town.

Port Town had its premiere in 2006 at the L.A. Harbor International Film Festival. The response from my fellow San Pedrans was amazing and made me feel like a rock star when they filled every one of the 1,500 seats in the Warner Grand Theatre. Almost immediately, Stephanie Mardesich, the festival director, started asking me when I would make a sequel. There are so many great stories that I could make a Port Town every year, but I passed because I felt I had already made that film and wanted to move on.

This past year, Stephanie broached the subject again, but with a twist.

Rather than make a feature film, she pitched a video oral history project, allowing various locals to tell their own stories. The idea intrigued me because I very much love San Pedro and believe it’s important to know and preserve our deep history. My only fear was that the project would feed a sort of San Pedro nostalgia, which, in my opinion, sometimes distracts us from looking forward because we are too busy looking back.

The need to preserve our history won the day and, with a grant from L.A. County Supervisor Janice Hahn, we set out to interview twenty folks for a project that will produce one new story every week (and some weeks two stories) for an entire year. We decided to include Wilmington in a project called Stories of the L.A. Harbor Area (SOLAHA). In a nod to “Throwback Thursdays,” the video stories will be

released every Thursday, via Facebook and YouTube, starting August 16.

The stories include everything from life working on the docks before containerization, to epic party nights during the clubhouse years, to details of how the Vincent Thomas Bridge was built and later lit.

However, of all the themes that emerged, immigration might have been the biggest. As an example, Vlado Huljev, the co-founder of the Croatian American Club, tells the story of escaping communist Yugoslavia in a sailboat.

I already knew that a significant foundation of the Croatian-American community in San Pedro was built by people who came here to escape communism, however what I didn’t know was that a significant base of the original Mexican-American community in Wilmington also came here escaping repressive dictatorship and war, in their case during the Mexican Revolution. Wilmington author, Olivia Cueva Fernandez, tells the story of the epic year and a half journey that her family made coming from Mexico to settle in Wilmington. Although they started in different corners of the world, the stories of the Croatians and Mexicans that came to the L.A. Harbor Area are quite striking in their similarities.

One thing that inspired me most was the courage that so many of our fellow citizens displayed in not only coming to America, but what they did after they arrived. In San Pedro, immigrant fishermen built an entire industry, and our original dockworkers fought the fight so that future generation of longshoremen could earn a good living for their families.

As I previously mentioned, an oral history project, like SOLAHA, has the danger of allowing us to fall into a nostalgia trap. But, if you carefully study these great legends that came here, you will see that they didn’t look back, they always looked forward to the future. I very much believe that the time is right for that type of forward looking optimism to return and create the best days that our L.A. Harbor Area has ever had. spt Jack Baric can be reached at jackbaric@hotmail.com.

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My first World Cup experience was in 1982, the year Italy won its third World Cup. I remember it like it was yesterday.

Before Italy played Brazil in the Round of 16, my father announced on his weekly Italian radio sports program that if Italy beat Brazil, fans were invited to meet at his local business, Tony’s TV, on 12th and Gaffey, to celebrate. When Italy won, about 200 locals showed up at the Safeway parking lot across the street, waving Italian flags. It was amazing! Then, when the team made the final against West Germany, my father announced “when” Italy wins, we would again meet in San Pedro for a big celebration. Two thousand people showed up as Italy won the 1982 World Cup final 3-1. Many still talk about that celebration today.

For many Croatians, this was their first World Cup. For others, they have supported the team since their first World Cup appearance in 1998, where they finished third overall. Croatia’s accomplishment to reach the final was both amazing and inspiring. To put it in perspective, France played in the inaugural World Cup in 1930, appeared in 14 World Cups, and took 68 years to reach the final in 1998, where they won their first World Cup title. This was only Croatia’s fifth World Cup since they declared independence from former Yugoslavia in 1991 and their first World Cup final in 20 years.

For many locals, not having Italy or the USA in the tournament was difficult. However, true soccer fans still watch and enjoy as many games as possible and pick a team or two to support.

For me, the two teams were Croatia and Argentina, which ironically ended up in the same group. In the end, Croatia would beat Argentina 3-0 during the group stage, and win the group out right leaving Argentina with a secondplace finish. During the group stage, the traditional crowd gathered at the Croatian American Club as they have done for past World Cup games. During the Round of 16 single-elimination game against Denmark, crowds began to increase as Croatian and non-Croatian

fans alike gathered to support the team.

As the game began, emotions kicked in as Denmark scored within the first minute. Emotions would erupt in joy three minutes later, as Croatia tied the game. The game would go into overtime only to see the best player of the 2018 World Cup, Luka Modrić, miss a penalty kick in overtime, but Croatia never gave up. They continued to battle and beat Denmark in penalty kicks with a heroic performance by goalie, Danijel Subašić. The next game would see another Croatian victory by penalty kicks, over host country Russia. It was the first time in World Cup history that a team would advance on consecutive games determined by penalties.

As the semi-final game against England approached, Croatian flags began showing up on homes across San Pedro. Support on social media was growing, and together, San Pedrans rallied for its hometown Croatian friends and family. Croatia would beat England 2-1 and advance to its first World Cup final to face France, who beat them in the semi-final back in 1998.

The stage was set, and San Pedro lined up to support Croatia once again.

The Croatian American Club would be the epicenter in town to gather, with a street closure and big screen setup outside and multiple televisions inside.

The place was electric as an estimated 2,000 fans arrived for the 8 a.m. kickoff. Although Croatia would fall to France 4-2, many held their heads high, knowing what the team had achieved in, arguably, the greatest World Cup ever. Croatia demonstrated great teamwork, what it means to never give up, and represented their nation and culture with pure class. Croatia may not have won the 2018 World Cup final, but they won the hearts of the world!

San Pedro, once again, demonstrated that we are one town who supports each other. We rally when we need to rally for each other, and we rise to great challenges together. I was proud to have supported my Croatian family and friends during this World Cup, and I look forward to the next time when we rise together as one. spt Anthony Pirozzi is a Los Angeles Harbor Commissioner. He can be contacted at apirozzi@yahoo.com.

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San Pedro’s current library was dedicated May 18, 1983 and has been operating for 35 years. The Spanish style is an homage to the Cabrillo Beach Bathhouse that once housed the Cabrillo Museum. (photo: John Mattera Photography)

turning the page SAN PEDRO'S PUBLIC LIBRARY CELEBRATES 130 YEARS OF LITERATURE & LITERACY

by Angela Romero

“A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people. It is a never-failing spring in the desert.” - Andrew Carnegie

On New Year’s Day, 1888, San Pedro was a fledgling waterfront town just beginning to take shape. The hot debate during this time was whether or not San Pedro should become an incorporated city. On January 12, 1888, a group of citizens gathered in the Presbyterian Church to answer a different kind of question, what kind of city did they want San Pedro to be? This was the very first meeting of the San Pedro Literary Association, a group who wanted to bring some shine to this rough and tumble sea port. They intended to up the cultural quotient in San Pedro by sponsoring lectures, musical recitals, and debates.

At the second meeting, the group held their first debate and resolved that San Pedro should be incorporated.

Soon after, San Pedro incorporated

on March 1, 1888. The 45 members of the San Pedro Literary Association decided to incorporate themselves and chose Reverend W.A. Waddell as their first president. Now that the association was official, it could raise funds for a reading room that would eventually become San Pedro’s first library.

A Reading Room on Vinegar Hill During the summer of 1888, the San Pedro Literary Association was caught up in a whirlwind of social functions to raise money for the library, including balls and parties. Benjamin Weston, the man whose ranch made up half of present-day Lomita, donated a lot on Vinegar Hill near the Presbyterian Church.

After great effort, members of the Wilmington Masonic Lodge laid cornerstone for the new library on July 19, 1888. The library opened the following fall, and the literary association held its first meeting there on November 18.

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the modest reading room, regular members of the association paid quarterly dues of 30-cents, which went to paying the janitor and Reverend Waddell’s monthly salary of $2. Supporting members’ annual dues of $3 went towards purchasing books for the library. Some of San Pedro’s most prominent citizens were included among the supporting members, including Rudecinda Sepulveda de Dodson and George H. Peck.

Over the next couple of years, the library continued to grow and in 1890, San Pedro’s first librarian was hired, Susie Davis. After 14 years under the supervision of the San Pedro Literary Society, the library had become so popular and ultimately too big to continue under private management. So, in 1902, the city of San Pedro trustees took over control of the library and the San Pedro Public Library was born.

ing room on Vinegar Hill. San Pedro was worlds away from the podunk port it was in 1888, and with the federal breakwater halfway completed, it was well on its way to the big time. Everyone had their eye on San Pedro, including businesses, those looking for work, and most notably, the City of Los Angeles. San Pedro needed a library that reflected its new status as a city on the rise. The San Pedro Library Board recognized that need and wrote to steel magnate and public library champion, Andrew Carnegie, seeking money for a new building. Mr. Carnegie donated $10,375 towards the cost of the new library’s construction. San Pedro’s new Carnegie library opened its doors on June 5, 1906. The regal domed structure was not only palatial in comparison to the old library, but it now sat in a place of prominence, perched in Plaza Park overlooking its waterfront kingdom.

A Palace on the Plaza On August 28, 1909, San Pedro By 1905, it was clear that San Pedro and officially became part of the City of its library had outgrown the little read- Los Angeles. This meant the end of

the San Pedro Public Library and the beginning of the San Pedro branch of the Los Angeles Public Library. Los Angeles had big plans for the Port of Los Angeles and this only meant another growth spurt was on the horizon for the surrounding community.

Boom & Doom During its first decade as part the City of Los Angeles, San Pedro had not only become a military town with the opening of Ft. MacArthur, but the country had gone to war and the local industrial boom was in full swing. Lumber yards lined the waterfront with millions of cubic feet of timber ready to build, shipyards were just opening their doors, ready for their turn at dominating port industry, and the seeds of the future tuna kingdom were being planted on Terminal Island. Jobs were aplenty and San Pedro’s boundaries were beginning to stretch north, south, and west to accommodate these new residents.

Due to all the growth within the port, many local infrastructure projects began during this time. In the early 1920s, a road was desperately needed to access the outer harbor. In order to create what we know today as Harbor Boulevard, a significant portion of Plaza Park would have to be cut down, affecting the safety of the Carnegie library. The Harbor Commission offered $25,000 to move the current building or go towards the price of constructing a new library. After much debate and bargaining, San Pedro’s third library opened in 1924 on the northwest corner of Tenth and Gaffey Streets.

The new library, a Spanish Baroque style edifice with vaulted ceilings and a 75-person auditorium, dwarfed its predecessor. But what it made up for in size, it lacked in construction. Unfortunately, the building was built on a landfill, and was plagued with issues from the beginning. Roving stairs and buckling floors were par for the course over the next decade. The Long Beach earthquake in 1933 made a bad situation even worse, and by 1942, the problems had reached a critical level. In May

Through the years (top l to r): The original library on Vinegar Hill opened on July 19, 1888; the regal domed structure, paid for

by Andrew Carnegie, opened on June 5, 1906 in Plaza Park; (bottom l to r): San Pedro’s third library opened in 1924 on the northwest corner of Tenth and Gaffey Streets; the post-war library opened on May 1, 1949. (photos: San Pedro Bay Historical Society)

of 1943, the library was condemned, and the collection was split up among three local schools, Barton Hill, Leland Street, and Fifteenth Street. The country was in the middle of WWII and a new building was out of the question. This forced San Pedro’s librarians to get creative. In 1944, Librarian Hortense Mitchell supervised the opening of a makeshift library in a garage at 525 Seventh Street. It wasn’t an ideal situation, but at least all of San Pedro’s books were back under the same roof.

Post War Cool After six long years without a proper

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library, San Pedro celebrated the opening of their fourth library on May 1, 1949. The modern branch was built on a reinforced foundation on the same lot of the doomed 1924 building. It was the first post-war library built in Los Angeles and boasted an open floor plan, fluorescent lighting, and air conditioning. Three-dimensional, mid-century lettering and a simple mural etched into the exterior plaster were the only artistic elements to the new library.

San Pedro USC fans will be interested to know that the artist responsible for the mural, Roger Noble Burnham, is the same man who sculpted the sacred Tommy Trojan statue on campus.

None of San Pedro’s first three buildings made it to their 20th year of service, so the pressure was on the 1949 building to go the distance. The community got its first good omen in October of that same year, when the Los Angeles Public Library raised the branch to regional status. This new designation would triple the reference volumes over a number of years and increase staffing. The building would ultimately serve San Pedro for 33 years. In 1973, the Friends of San Pedro Library organized with the intention of realizing San Pedro’s fifth library building. It would take a decade of organizing, signature collecting, and fundraising for their efforts to come to fruition.

The Spanish Veranda San Pedro’s current library building was dedicated May 18, 1983. The Spanish style is an homage to the Cabrillo Beach Bathhouse that once housed the Cabrillo Museum. The library building is currently in its 35th year of service.

It has seen the advent of technology, mourned the loss of the card catalogs and welcomed their faster digital replacements. As the library hones its identity in the 21st century, it begs the question, how much longer can this building serve the needs of San Pedro?

130 Years of Service The spirit of the San Pedro library was born in a church 130 years ago. While this has been a history of its many physical manifestations, it was that spirit, conceived by the founders’ desire for a cultured city that lives on to this day.

It’s the spirit that believes that a book in hand can change your life, whether you’re a Merchant Marine serving during WWI, a convalescent or a student.

Where there’s a need, San Pedro’s library has always been there. spt The Los Angeles Public Library San Pedro Branch is located at 931 S. Gaffey Street, San Pedro, CA 90731 For more info, call (310) 548-7779.

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READIN’ & RIDIN’ EDNITA KELLY’S BOOK BIKE INSPIRES CHILDREN TO LOVE READING

by Angela Romero

Ednita Kelly with her LAPL Book Bike (photo: John Mattera Photography)

Full disclosure: I adore Ednita Kelly.

It is my very biased opinion that San Pedro could not have special ordered a more ideal children’s librarian if Jane and Michael Banks had conjured her up in song like they did Mary Poppins.

She’s kind, caring, innovative, and dedicated to the children and greater community of San Pedro. She lives here, she’s from here, and she’s in it for the long haul. See what I mean? She’s practically Pedro in every way.

While she takes great pride in being a second-generation San Pedran, Kelly grew up in Lakewood. It was there that she worked as a library page and got the first taste of her future career.

A self-proclaimed ‘nosy person,’ Kelly quickly realized that public libraries were where the action was – she could watch people grow up and see who they become. Couple that with a desire to encourage children to read whatever they want and you’ve got a recipe for a rock star children’s librarian.

Twelve years ago, fresh out of library school, Kelly applied to the Los Angeles Public Library. LAPL is a huge system, and she could’ve been sent anywhere, but destiny sent her home to San Pedro.

Kelly’s great fortune continued because the San Pedro branch had capable longtime staff to show her the ropes.

This helped her manage the herculean task of filling the shoes of her beloved predecessors, especially Giovanna Mannino, who had long since moved on to become director of the Central Library.

Giovanna mentored Kelly and taught her how to be the best librarian for San Pedro. To this day, she continues to be inspired by Giovanna, and the impact she made on generations of San Pedro kids.

Kelly has always felt fortunate for getting her dream job right out the gate.

Her gratitude actually fuels her drive.

After 12 years, you might expect a little complacency to creep in, but no, she still sounds as energetic and idealistic as a first-year librarian. She got downright giddy just talking about it, “I want to do well by this community,” says Kelly, “I want to do well by these kids. I want to make a difference, I want to make an impact!”

It was this enthusiasm that inspired Kelly to come up with an award-winning new way to serve San Pedro, the LAPL Book Bike.

A few years ago, Kelly, an avid cyclist, had started to ride her personal bike on visits to local schools. Her interest in getting a cargo bike sparked an idea. What if she could carry books to the schools on a bike? At the time, the bike lanes were a heated topic in town and she saw this special bike serving a dual purpose; as an outreach tool bringing free books to local youth, and also as a peacemaker easing tensions and showing people that the bike lanes can be used for something positive.

In 2014, Kelly received a library mini grant to fund her project. Because the bike’s primary function is outreach, it was decorated to look like the iconic LAPL library card and has an active social media presence (Check out @laplbookbike on Instagram).

A day in the life of the LAPL Book Bike starts early in the morning, when it’s loaded with approximately 200 books. Kelly makes sure to give herself enough time to ride out to the schools and cool off before meeting with the students. When it’s time to let the kids choose their free book, the bike’s wellconstructed frame is sturdy enough to handle even the most rambunctious of

young mobs.

Besides schools like Cabrillo Avenue and Barton Hill, Kelly also rides the bike out to community events, including CicLAvia, San Pedro Shred, and the San Pedro Holiday Parade, giving books away to happy faces, young and old.

Not only does this create good will in the community, it allows parents to see that their children enjoy reading.

In 2015, Mayor Eric Garcetti presented Kelly with the Civic Innovation Award, an honor bestowed on city employees who think of new ways to provide services to the public. The book bike was such a hit that the program was expanded to three bikes and a future zine tricycle.

If you’re worried that the accolades might bring offers tempting Kelly away from San Pedro to another branch or city, put your mind at ease. She’s not going anywhere. She has already watched one generation go from kindergarten to college and she intends on sticking around for many more to come.

“I want to be here for the rest of my career,” she says. “I’m driven to be the best librarian that San Pedro can have.” spt 28631 S. Western Avenue, ste 102 Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Professionalfootandankle@gmail.com

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FRIENDS OF THE SAN PEDRO LIBRARY DEDICATE THEIR TIME TO SUPPORT THE LOVE OF BOOKS

by Caitlyn Trudnich

Do you remember your first visit to a library? How about when you received your first library card, or checked out a book? That wonderful feeling of accomplishment and pride, combined with the importance of exposing your mind to new ideas and stories, and embracing your creativity and imagination is one that remains a part of many individuals memories, young and old. “It’s a universal experience,” says Georgia Cordero, Vice President and Corresponding Secretary of the Friends of the San Pedro Library.

Cordero is one of almost 500 members of this non-profit organization, who share a love of reading and dedication to helping support the San Pedro Regional Branch.

Founded in 1973, Friends of the San Pedro Library have not only donated their fundraising efforts, but most importantly, their time, into preserving the importance of our local library’s 130-year-old legacy for generations to come.

For Jerry Gusha, Treasurer and former President of the Friends, a passion for books is an understatement.

The former co-owner of Williams’ Books Store, Gusha’s mother, Anne, is one of the founders of the Friends organization. “I was almost born [with] a bookstore,” says Gusha. “As a kid, we used to visit the library by bus about once a month,” he fondly recalls. “Even though I had my own library at home, I always enjoyed going.” After attending

a Friends meeting, he quickly became a member as well, where he has remained as one of the longest serving members of the board.

Working oftentimes unseen and behind the scenes, the Friends of the San Pedro Library’s work is invaluable and quite frankly, the backbone of the Library’s successful relationship with the community throughout the years.

On any typical day, Friends volunteers can be found sorting through stacks upon stacks of book donations, all meticulously organized, preparing for their monthly book sale, as well as working at their bookstore, located within the library itself. One of the library’s hidden gems, this bookstore offers a variety of new or like new books, DVDs, and more at affordable prices. Cordero works there twice a week, and like everything they do, the Friends very much take pride in their little store.

Program Chair, Cecelia Moore, is a perfect example of the Friends hard work and dedication. Always looking to create an interesting program for the library to host, as well as constantly corresponding with authors, public figures, and special guests to organize upcoming events, Moore began her relationship with the Friends as the official newsletter editor. A former English teacher, she also congruently works on special programs and taking leadership of the organization’s publicity. Today, she continues to

Friends (l to r): Maureen Brinkman, Jerry Gusha, Georgia Cordero, Theodora Sonnichsen, Cecelia Moore, and Dan Cartmell (photo: John Mattera Photography)

promote the Friends’ programs and help spread the word. “I love being with the other members,” says Moore. “And I enjoy creating programs, as well as contacting and meeting new people.”

Just this past year, Friends programs included live performances, such as the Innisfree Irish Band, published authors, including Rosalys Peel, author of Mike & Me, and leaders of the community, including CEO of AltaSea, Tim McOsker.

The Friends fundraising efforts and donations go towards a multitude of tasks and items the library needs. In most recent years, the Friends have been able to provide the library with new tables and chairs for the Reading Room, Venetian blinds, new combining machines for books, vending machines, and even a new stove. “When the library says they need a certain amount of dollars for something, we vote and we always approve,” says Moore. “If you need something, just ask us!” Gusha adds.

In addition to fundraising, another important aspect of the Friends is the promotion of literacy. The organization donates books to various local classrooms and teachers throughout the area, as well as offers a teachers discount in the bookstore. The Friends also purchase many new books every

month, which remain with the San Pedro Library specifically. Special children’s programs, such as STAR, are also helped with whatever supplies or financial assistance needed.

“We support most, if not all, of the children’s, young adult, and adult library,” says Moore. “We are always thinking of all the ages that the library serves,” Cordero says proudly.

Although the Friends have a solid membership, they would love more active members and volunteers. “We want to reach 1,000!” says Gusha.

The Friends of the San Pedro Library are not just an important organization worth recognizing, they are truly wonderful people worth celebrating.

Each member you meet greets you with a warm smile, a friendly personality, and a sense of passion for sharing the gift of reading with the San Pedro community. The same excitement as a child checking out your first book is the same excitement that exists within them today. They are extremely knowledgeable, interesting, and delightful people, and it is truly an honor to be able to bring attention to the incredible work they do. spt For more information on the Friends of the San Pedro Library, visit friendsspl.org.

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FIVE YEARS OF MEMORABLE MOMENTS SAN PEDRO TODAY’S SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR LOOKS BACK ON HALF A DECADE COVERING STUDENT ATHLETES

Fe League championship and had everyone returning, and San Pedro High School was just coming off a CIF-LACS

by Jamaal K. Street Division 1 quarterfinal appearance.

Mary Star picked up on it first, so I matter what topic I choose to cover, I put the tweet into action by simply askWhat a difference five years can pray to God before turning in every ing both teams in person if they wanted make. feature, always giving Him all the glory to have a match against each other. By When I agreed to write the homefor giving me the ability to cover prep the grace of God, both schools agreed town high school sports features for sports and write the best story possible. in June 2016, with Mary Star agreeing San Pedro Today, beginning with my As I celebrate the last five years, I almost immediately, eager for the chalSeptember 2013 feature on quarterbacks have seen high school athletics teams lenge.

Jacob Miller (SPHS) and Tyler Sestich at San Pedro, Mary Star of the Sea, and On Wednesday, October 5, 2016, the (Mary Star), I honestly didn’t know match was on. The Mary Star gymnawhat to expect. I did learn a few things Port of Los Angeles rise up to challenges, overcome adversities, and have sium was packed with fans from both when I finally became a full-fledged tremendous success with homegrown schools, and when it was all over, it sports journalist outside of my normal was the experienced Stars with nine work as the sports editor for the online talent.

From Fall 2013 to Spring 2018, I seniors who shined the brightest with San Pedro News-Pilot. have covered seven CIF-Los Angea spectacular 25-10, 7-25, 25-9, 25-17 First, you can’t please everyone, victory over the young, but dangerous which is why my journey these past five les City Section championships, five CIF-LACS or Southern Section runner- Pirate squad. years has been anything but smooth. up finishes, nine CIF State/Regional Ally Spillane, Lexi Andrie, and Second, something I picked up very teams, 70 league championships, 47 Angela Pisano were the main catalysts quickly, there’s a deadline to meet, in the convincing victory, but everyone which thankfully, I have achieved for all cross-town battles (SPHS vs. POLA; POLA vs. MSHS; SPHS vs. MSHS), 13 in that gym was a winner – from both 43 features, including this one. regular season tournament titles, and 28 teams to the standing room only crowd Third, you don’t have to do everysigning day ceremonies. Not to men– because they got to watch an excelthing all at once. For my first couple tion nine CIF-LACS Player of the Year lent volleyball game. of years, I’d write the articles while winners, four CIF-LACS Coaches of the Two teams that I owe a lot to is the also providing my own photos (or in a Year, and 13 All CIF-SS selections at 2017 SPHS softball and POLA girls socfew cases, I’ve had help from others, Mary Star. cer teams who both won a CIF-LACS like Maria Marquez and Vince Pirozzi) My most riveting moment was in championship in that same year during before finally collaborating with John December 2015, when I tweeted, “San a two-month span from March 3, to my Mattera for my first and only cover birthday, May 20. Both teams forced me story (so far), the September 2016 foot- Pedro vs. Mary Star girls’ volleyball MUST HAPPEN in 2016.” The Stars to push already planned features forball feature. were coming off a second straight Santa ward a month or two, because I wanted Finally, and most importantly, no

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the whole town to know how proud I was of them.

The 2014 POLA baseball team and the 2018 SPHS boys’ soccer team, who also won CIF titles during my time with San Pedro Today, were special to me for another reason. I didn’t watch as much of their respective seasons until the playoffs, but the coaches and players of both those fine teams were very understanding, and when I finally got to them, they made me feel welcome instantly.

Other notable moments in my five years covering prep sports for San Pedro Today: the February 2016 girls soccer feature, highlighting 15 top players, five each from all three schools; writing unexpected features on SPHS girls’ cross-country star Bronwyn Bunnell (November 2015), SPHS girls swimming sensation Audrey Steen (March 2017), and SPHS girls track star Angelina Camello (March 2018), with each being both fun and challenging to bring those specific sports into focus.

Notably, I also was able to provide the public address announcing in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum press box on October 22, 2016, when SPHS football won 20-7 over Banning during the second annual Coliseum Gridiron Classic doubleheader.

What a wonderful ride this has been, and I humbly thank you all for coming with me. spt

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A REAL GOOD LIFE BRIAN & NICOLE HOAGLAND MARCH 3, 2018 story by Caitlyn Trudnich photo by Michael Segal Photography/Steph Fowler Some couples you can’t help but root for. Their happiness is palpable. Brian and Nicole (Pinel) Hoagland are one of those couples.

In 2013, Brian and Nicole met through mutual friends at a wedding, and later began to see more of one another out and about in Redondo Beach, as they both were neighbors on the Esplanade. The two shared in common a love of country music, and, most importantly, a love of family.

“Brian and I are both extremely close with our large families, as well as many close friends that have been with us through different aspects of our lives,” says Nicole. With these shared values and a passion for life, the two hit it off and fell in love. “Nicole is an allaround amazing person,” says Brian.

“She is kind hearted, thoughtful, fun, adventurous, beautiful, and loves me for who I am. Not to mention, she’s a great cook.”

After several years of dating, which included trips to Costa Rica, Denver, and many visits to the desert, for both Stagecoach and vacation-time, Brian was ready to pop the question.

He devised a plan to create the most perfect proposal for Nicole, and knew exactly where to do it – Catalina Island. The nearby destination is a favorite of Nicole’s, as she has many fond memories of summers spent on the island with her family. On July 30, 2016, the couple headed to Avalon for what Nicole thought was her birthday celebration. However, little did she know the celebrations were just getting started.

Brian and Nicole’s first stop was the Marlin Club. Not just for a few drinks and a game of pool, this local bar is very meaningful for Nicole. She explains, “The Marlin Club was one of my stepdad’s, Joe Zitko’s, favorite spots in Catalina. When he passed away, we placed a little bit of his ashes within a mini VO bottle, his favorite cocktail, and brought it to the Club, where it remains in tribute above the bar.”

Although Brian never had the pleasure of meeting Joe, he knew how important he was to Nicole, and how meaningful it would be to visit. After making a sweet toast to both Nicole and the memory of Joe, Brian got down on one knee, pulled out a beautiful engagement ring, and proposed.

After that whirlwind surprise, Brian had one more up his sleeve. “After the tears and excitement settled down from the engagement, I tried calling my mom, my best friend, and anyone to share my exciting news with. But no one answered,” recalls Nicole. To her surprise, “About 35 people that we love started flooding in the doors!” she says.

Brian organized their closest friends and family to arrive in Catalina and join in the special moment. Following the Marlin Club, Brian’s parents, Tom and Debbie Hoagland, planned a special lunch at M Restaurant, and the celebrations continued well into the evening at Descanso Beach. Brian fondly recalls, “The engagement went off really well, it was such great day.”

On March 3, 2018, Brian and Nicole were married at the Pavilion at the Indian Wells Golf Resort in Indian

Wells, California, with a scenic outdoor ceremony in front of 300 guests, and a reception overlooking the desert mountains.

The memorable day featured several meaningful and personal touches.

Mother of the Bride, Carol Pinel, accompanied her daughter down the aisle, which was adorned with tributes to those who were with the couple in spirit. “I wanted to display our loved ones in a unique way,” says Nicole.

“I came up with the idea of hanging photos of them down the aisle and creating an ‘in memory walk.’” This special tribute included grandparents; Brian’s uncle, Eric Perez; Nicole’s father, L.A. City Firefighter, Ben Pinel; and stepdad, Joe Zitko, a touching symbol of their presence surrounding them always.

Brian and Nicole were also joined by their wedding party, which included Matron of Honor, Alison Montoya; Maid of Honor, Holly Mauck; and bridesmaids Megan Copeland, Kate Juge, Zanni Miranda, Carli Perez, Jamie Perez, April Rojas, Erika Rojas; Best Men, Mikey Hoagland and Jeff Wilson; and groomsmen Franjo Bencun, Chris Cosgrove, Alan Danielson, Michael DiLeva, Marc Graff, Danny Graff, and Michael Vidovich; Flower girls Nina Coppola and Alison Wingerning; and ring bearers, Justin Coppola and Caden Fawcett. The couple also chose good friend, Darin Bubica, to officiate their ceremony.

Ask any guest in attendance, their reception was an awesome party. “The dance floor was never empty!” says

Nicole. The newlyweds shared their first dance to “Hey Pretty Girl” by Kip Moore. Nicole also danced with her mother to “Beyond the Sea” by Bobby Darin, in honor of stepdad Joe, and ended their dance with “September”

by Earth, Wind & Fire, in honor of her father Ben, and invited guests to join them on the floor and kick off the evening.

In addition to glow sticks, white men’s tank shirts were passed out to guests. Why? Well, if you know the groom, you know he loves to get the party going by ripping off his shirt.

“By the end of the night, everyone was wearing a tank. Even my wife!”

Brian humorously recalls, “Watching a bunch of tanks being ripped and thrown through the air was pretty amazing.” However, when asked what Brian’s favorite moment of the day was, he responds, “My favorite part of the wedding was seeing how happy Nicole was. Her smile was so big, she was glowing.”

The couple continued the celebration on their honeymoon, traveling to Montego Bay, Jamaica. “We can’t wait to travel more and start a family,” Nicole says with excitement. “She’s going to be a great mom,” Brian adds.

Brian and Nicole currently reside in Redondo Beach. Brian is a superintendent for SSA Marine at the Matson Terminal in Long Beach, and Nicole is a fifth-grade teacher at Hermosa Valley School in Hermosa Beach. spt

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We’re all aware of the current opioid crisis, which continues to be a growing concern.

Meanwhile, most of us have also probably partaken in over-the-counter pain medications, such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and aspirin. While all these options have their place in helping to treat certain medical conditions, they are plagued by potential dangers and side effects, such as intestinal bleeding, liver damage, and of course, addiction.

Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to help manage pain naturally and without such potentially harmful side effects. At the very least, the following can be added to any pain management regimen to help minimize the amount of medication needed. Here are some of my favorite natural remedies for pain relief: Magnesium. Experts argue that many of us are deficient in magnesium.

In addition to playing a beneficial role in cardiovascular health, anxiety management, and bone health, magnesium can help ease pain associated with migraines, muscle spasms, and fibromyalgia. While there are foods high in magnesium, such as leafy greens, black beans, and almonds, it’s difficult to get enough magnesium solely from our diets. Topical versions, like magnesium oil or lotion, provide an effective alternative. In fact, whenever I experience muscle cramps or spasms, just a spritz of magnesium oil provides immediate relief. If you choose to take oral supplements, which can be helpful in treating headaches and migraines, be sure to choose a form that won’t disrupt your digestive tract, like magnesium glycinate. Several forms of magnesium have a laxative effect.

Turmeric. Turmeric has been used as a remedy for centuries due to its potent anti-inflammatory and healing properties. In particular, studies show that turmeric is effective in preventing and treating joint inflammation and pain.

In fact, one study showed that turmeric was actually more effective in treating rheumatoid arthritis than NSAID treatment, and without the adverse side effects. Turmeric can be easily incorporated into savory cooking (ideally with some black pepper for better absorp-

tion), and can also be taken in supplement form. Just remember that turmeric works as a blood thinner, so supplements should be cleared with your doctor if you are taking anticoagulants.

Chiropractic/Acupuncture/Massage. Although these are all technically separate services, they often go hand in hand in treating pain. The chiropractic office I go to, for example, offers all these services plus more: chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, massage therapy, therapeutic exercise, and various physiotherapy modalities, including cold laser therapy. This allows for a comprehensive approach to pain management. In particular, cold laser therapy is a painless, non-invasive treatment, which has been shown to help treat chronic pain and inflammation, aid in pre and post surgical healing, and help with conditions like fibromyalgia and plantar fasciitis. (Shout out to my chiropractor, Dr. Mary Ann Pirozzi, who provides all these services right here in San Pedro!)

Essential Oils. Among their many benefits, essential oils, such as peppermint, lavender, frankincense, rose, and bergamot oil, have been shown to provide relief for various types of pain.

Most essential oils can be dispersed aromatically in a diffuser or applied topically, like dabbing peppermint oil on the temples to help ease a tension headache. If you are going to use any essential oil topically, be sure to research how to apply that particular oil; some require a carrier oil and shouldn’t be applied directly (and some are not appropriate for children). I find it effective to topically apply an essential oil blend, dispersed from a roller bottle, directly onto my neck and shoulders to address muscle tension and pain. (I use PastTense from DoTERRA which provides instant relief.)

Exercise. Exercise has proven to be beneficial for many chronic pain conditions, including arthritis and fibromyalgia. Whether it be aerobic activity, strength training, stretching, or other movement therapies, physical activity can help improve pain and related symptoms. Exercise should be tailored to each individual, but even a small amount of activity can be beneficial as opposed to sedentary behavior. spt

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“I’ll have the orange juice please, with pulp,” the man said to the waitress. To his dismay, his wife objected, “Hon, aren’t you supposed to stay away from sugar?” The man responds, “No it’s fine, this is ‘natural sugar.’ Fresh squeezed, with pulp. I read that fresh squeezed with pulp is better.” His wife, not quite convinced but not wanting to press the issue, nodded, and let it be.

I’ve seen the above scenario play out hundreds of times, both personally with loved ones, and observed it with others.

It illustrates a very common misconception people have with nutrition: “Clean foods” don’t count when it comes to losing weight or monitoring your overall calorie intake.

Contrary to what is very much implied in food marketing, nature does not give you a hall pass just because your syrup is made from South American Agave Nectar, it’s still sugar. A 16-ounce glass of orange juice with over 40 grams of sugar is going to inject your blood stream and have largely the same exact effect as it would if it were from a can of Coke. Failing to realize that is dangerous for your health, especially if you have a proclivity to heart disease or diabetes. You may be eating in a way you think is fine but is actually harming your health.

So what is clean eating anyway?

The term “clean eating” rose to popularity with the Paleo phenomenon. It’s basically the idea that we are most healthy when we eat foods that have not been processed, laden with chemicals, stripped of nutrients, and/or produced in a lab. I think most can agree that you are probably better off eating this way; consume foods that have not been tampered with, colored, or given a chemical injection to increase shelf life. However, like a game of Telephone, this basic and mostly sound idea gets misconstrued into; “As long as it says, ‘all natural,’ ‘organic,’ or ‘gluten-free,’ then I can eat whatever I want.”

And so, food marketing becomes a bait and switch for droves of people who don’t know any better. Smoothies, granola bars, cold-pressed juices,

exotic fruit bowls, and frozen yogurts are all marketed as healthy, but really just heaping servings of sugar. Yes, 70% cacao dark chocolate is better than a Hershey’s bar. But both, if consumed in excess, will be converted to body fat just the same. Besides eating clean, you must consider a few other more important factors to achieve well-rounded nutrition that moves you closer to your goals. Here they are: Food source. Where did the food come from? A factory or a farm? While necessary for overall health, when it comes to changing your body, this is the least important factor to consider. Yes, cage-free or grass-fed might be more ideal, but it still contains calories you need to manage.

Food type. Is this a protein, carb, or a fat and how much of each do you need in a day? For body composition you should have a good idea of how much is required to achieve your health/fitness goals. If you’re prediabetic or wanna lose body fat, you should be avoiding excess sugar regardless of whether it’s from a cold-pressed fruit smoothie or a pint of ice cream.

Food quantity. Lastly, how much of it are you eating? The amount of food you consume for your particular activity level will determine whether you store of burn excess body fat. This is true even if your food sources are “clean.” You can still eat too much of a good thing.

Achieving health or weight-loss is a little more complicated than the clever marketing of food companies would have you believe. It isn’t as simple as “it came from nature.” Clean eating is a step in the right direction, but only a step. A sound diet will balance all the elements I mentioned earlier. The key here is balance. A great diet doesn’t have to be 100% clean. In fact, for most people it shouldn’t be. It should include foods you enjoy that fuel your daily activity, moves you closer to your goals, and does not harm your body. And if means a giant glass of orange juice, have at it. spt Heyday Elite Fitness offers a 2-minute scan that provides a full 1-page body fat analysis to help you tailor your fitness goals. For more info, email ricky@heydaytraining.com.

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This is also how property information, including prices, is accumulated and disseminated.

The MLS categorizes by cities.

Within each city, there are sub areas, which have corresponding numbers.

For example, San Pedro is comprised of the following nine areas: 179 - South Shores, 180 - Palisades, 181 - Point Fermin, 183 - Vista Del Oro, 185 - Plaza, 186 - Miraleste Pines, 187 Holy Trinity, 189 - Barton Hill, and 193 - San Pedro North. Let’s take a look at the top areas in San Pedro, by price and number of homes sold, since the beginning of 2018 and historically speaking: South Shores is the coastal area located just west of Western Ave. It’s known for cool ocean breezes and magnificent Catalina views. For many locals, it is known as “Pneumonia Hill” due to its cooler weather patterns.

Through the first six months of 2018, there were a total of 15 single-family residences sold with an average sales price of $957,000. The average home size (based on these sales) was 4 beds, 3 baths, and 2,234 sf. of living space.

Miraleste Pines, which consists of established neighborhoods and a generally warmer climate than that of our coastal San Pedro areas, is located above Western Ave., and situated toward the center of town. Through the first six months of 2018, there were a total of 13 single-family residences sold with an average sales price of $779,000.

The average home size (based on these sales) was 3 beds, 2 baths, and 1,790 sf. of living space.

San Pedro – North is the furthest inland area located below Western Ave. and is generally considered the warmest climate in San Pedro. It’s comprised of neighborhoods with a number of larger condominium and townhouse developments. Through the first six months of 2018, there were a total of 15 single-

family residences sold with an average sales price of $762,000. The average home size (based on these sales) was 4 beds, 3 baths, and 2.029 sf. of living space.

Palisades is the coastal area to the south of South Shores. This area is known for its wonderful ocean views, mild climate, and peacock population.

Through the first six months of 2018, there were a total of 18 single-family residences sold with an average sales price of $734,000. The average home size (based on these sales) was 3 beds, 2 baths, and 1,265 sf. of living space.

Point Fermin is located to the south of the Palisades and known for its laidback beach living, quaint homes, and split lots. Through the first six months of 2018, there were a total of 17 singlefamily residences sold with an average sales price of $728,000. The average home size (based on these sales) was 3 beds, 2 baths, and 1,638 sf. of living space.

Vista Del Oro is located to the north of Palisades and just below Western Ave. It’s known for the beauty of historic Averill Park, and some outstanding architectural gems (i.e. Old Spanish, Mid-Century Modern, Craftsman, etc).

There is also zoning that allows for multi-family dwellings, which includes neighborhoods mixed with rental units and single-family homes. Through the first six months of 2018, there were 48 single-family residences sold with an average sales price of $711,000. The average home size (based on these sales) was 3 beds, 2 baths, and 1,659 sf. of living space.

Holy Trinity, located to the east of Miraleste Pines and below Western Ave., is one of the oldest working-class areas in San Pedro. It is named after the splendor of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, which was built around 1927.

Through the first six months of 2018, there were 27 single-family residences sold with an average sales price of $559,000. The average home size (based on these sales) was 3 beds, 2 baths, and 1,267 sf. of living space. spt Mike Harper is a Broker Associate at Keller Williams PV Realty and Peter Hazdovac is a Realtor® at Keller Williams L.A. Harbor. For more info, visit www.harperhazdovac.com.

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by Pastor Nathan Hoff

We take a road trip every summer, committed to finding a treat every day. By late afternoon, our map apps are out trying to find a Sonic Drive-In where we can go for half-price limeades during their happy hour. A few years ago, we were standing at the edge of the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, with a few thousand other people, when our then eight-year-old yelled, “We gotta go soon. We’re going to miss happy hour!” We got looks from people that were easily interpreted.

Recently, we drove through eleven western states. There were sizable swaths of geography through the Dakotas, and extended hours through Montana, when we had no access to wi-fi or data on our phones. Imagine the peace we felt without the latest tweets and updates. For those sweet hours, no one was directing our outrage. Maybe there wasn’t world peace, but there was peace in our world. We made eye contact with one another.

We had a common mission (find the next Sonic). We had to agree on what to listen to next. It was so retro.

As we drew near to a city, my phone started to ping and buzz. Our church had made it into the Daily Breeze! But, the pings and buzzes were not congratulatory. According to the article, our church was exploring on-site parking for the homeless, along with two other houses of worship. I am friends with both the Jewish Rabbi and the Presbyterian Pastor who serve their respective communities. They have both been good neighbors to Trinity for many years. My Rabbi friend recently took a new position out east. I stopped in to give my well wishes and farewells and he mentioned that someone might be contacting me in the near future about an outreach to the homeless who live in their cars. I said I would look forward to hearing more. I hadn’t heard more until the newspaper article that said we were “exploring a program.”

To be clear, we are not exploring this program right now, which may be a great disappointment to those who dream about such a solution.

That said, we have wondered how we can be a part of the solution to the complicated issue of homelessness.

Currently, our pantry ministry is made up of an amazing group of people who gather, sort, and deliver food to well over 100 individuals weekly who would be considered at risk for homelessness. This food is the “give us this day our daily bread,” for which many are actually praying. Hopefully it helps prevent some from becoming homeless.

As we learned at the homelessness forum held at the Warner Grand Theatre in 2015, there are many wellintended programs that don’t actually help. And, there are some that do help.

We want to help, not just feel like we are helping. We have hope for the issue of homelessness, and for the homeless.

Biblical hope is not a “fingers-crossed” kind of hope. Jurgen Moltmann says real hope is “the goad of the promised future” and it “stabs inexorably into the flesh of every unfulfilled present.”

(Jurgen Moltmann, Theology of Hope, Harper & Row, 1967). The Bible is consistent in describing the future in hopeful terms, not fearful, impoverished, or destructive terms. New creation, new heavens, new earth, a new city!

Where there is a poverty of hope, there are only either/or solutions. Where hope is prosperous, we have the audacity to think of solutions that are both/and.

People who are committed to safe streets, where kids can play are on the side of a hopeful future. People who are committed to more than moving people experiencing homelessness to another location, but are committed to helping move them to the actual help they need are also on the side of a hopeful future. It is a poverty of true hope to say we have to choose between having safe streets with stable real estate prices, or programs that actually help the homeless. Hope is prosperous where we have the creativity and commitment to be discontent until we have both.

That kind of hope is dangerous to the woefully inadequate status quo. spt Nathan Hoff is the Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in San Pedro. Follow his blog at: trinitypastor.blogspot.com.

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THIS MONTH IN SAN PEDRO HISTORY compiled by Julia Swanson August 6, 1846 – The American flag was first raised at San Pedro on this date by an advance guard under Marine First Lieutenant Jacob Zeilin who captured the embarcadero for Commodore Robert Stockton, enabling him and 360 naval men to land in San Pedro on the 56-gun warship Congress. Stockton was the newly appointed head of the American naval forces in the Pacific. Just one week after landing in San Pedro, August 13,

Stockton was able to negotiate with the Mexican generals in Los Angeles that he had force and power so that they withdrew, and Stockton could go into Los Angeles with his troops and take the city without a single shot being fired. This was just 18 months before the official yielding of California by Mexico to America, but San Pedro was an important center of its concurrence.

August 9, 1854 – Ramon Sepulveda was born in San Pedro. He established the San Pedro Water Works, an organizer of the first national bank of San Pedro and City Council. He built a wharf for fishing and beautified the shoreline all the way to Redondo Beach.

At age 14, he worked for Phineas Banning in Wilmington, perhaps the most important pioneer of San Pedro, enabling our town to create the Los Angeles that it successfully became.

August 9, 1977 – The very first commercial building that was erected in San Pedro was an old adobe hide house built in 1823 to store cattle

Last night on Beacon Street (photo; San Pedro Bay Historical Society)

hides for trade activity with local missions. It was found on this date at Fort McArthur in the middle of its reservation. The building was ruined when discovered, but it does show the earliest commercial life of San Pedro and is important from that perspective.

August 20, 1980 – $434 million 5-year Port Master Plan was certified by the California Coastal Commission, permitting the Harbor Department to proceed with expansion of petroleum and container terminals, redevelopment of commercial fishing facilities, Terminal Island landfill

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and the West Channel Cabrillo Beach Recreational Complex.

August 21, 1971 – The day history died. This was the last night on Old Beacon Street with a large party before all the street buildings were tragically torn down upon the start of the 60-acre Urban Renewal Project. Beacon Street was known as one of the toughest streets in the world, with lots of taverns and the famous red light district for all the sailors who would come in from the huge port. People were very sad to see it go, saying San Pedro was just not the same any more. spt

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