Brewed For You! #CoffeeOnMontana #MontanaAveSM
FRIDAY
06.24.16 Volume 15 Issue 182
@smdailypress
@smdailypress
WHAT’S UP WESTSIDE ..................PAGE 2 APOTHECARY OPENS ....................PAGE 3 LAUGHING MATTERS ....................PAGE 4 MARGARITA FRIDAY ....................PAGE 5 MYSTERY PHOTO ............................PAGE 9
Santa Monica Daily Press
smdp.com
Samohi principal resigns Mayoral moving away after 21 years with SMMUSD BY JEFFREY I. GOODMAN Daily Press Staff Writer
The top administrator at the Santa Monica-Malibu school district’s flagship campus will leave her post at the end of the month.
Daniel Goodman
TRADITION: Apple Pan is an icon at the Westwood Expo stop.
BY JEONG PARK
At Apple Pan, burgers served with a side of nostalgia
Daily Press Intern
Daily Press Staff Writer
Editor’s note: With the opening of the Expo Line’s extension to Santa Monica, locals have a new way to explore neighboring areas. The Daily Press will publish a weekly travelogue about what to eat, see and do near each of the stations along the Expo Line, continuing this week at the third non-Santa Monica stop: Westwood/Rancho Park.
It’s hard to figure out exactly which sense to process first. Once you pull on the first set of dark green doors and push through the second, there’s the sight of bygone-era cash registers atop a U-shaped counter dotted with metallic holders for conical paper cups as longtime workers with white soda jerk hats hustle around the frenetic but efficient central kitchen. There’s the sound of competing conversations as customers chat over the whirring and humming din of the diner, an appropriate score to the nostalgic feel of cushioned red seatback stools, crinkling wax paper and laminated menus with recipes dating back to the 19th century.
There’s the smell of warm apple pie accentuated by wafting scents of fresh burgers and French fries, an aromatic amalgamation so enticing that it forces my uncle into a partial genuflection of worship when he walks by. And then, of course, there’s the taste of arguably the best burger and pie in the region. It’s a sensory nirvana only experienced at the Apple Pan, a longstanding West L.A. burger joint that’s a short, anticipation-filled walk from the Expo Line’s Westwood/Rancho Park station. What can be written about this place, a destination since 1947, that hasn’t been before? It’s old-timey to the point where it sometimes seems on the verge of extinction, it’s iconic in a neighborhood that has seen many changes over the last decade and it’s delicious in a way that elicits raving hyperbole. The tagline under its neon sign is “Quality Forever,” the only caveat being that the cash-only establishment is closed on Mondays. For so many Angelenos, a trip to the Apple Pan comes with a certain esteem, whether it’s a quick midweek lunch or a pie pickup before
to spend more time with family, Pinsker said. Details regarding the process for naming her successor at Samohi were not immediately clear, but Pinsker said district offiSEE PRINCIPAL PAGE 6
Diverse skills on offer at SMPL ‘How-To Festival’
EXPO LINE TOUR:
BY JEFFREY I. GOODMAN
Eva Mayoral resigned Thursday as Santa Monica High School principal after three years at the helm and 21 total years in the district, SMMUSD spokeswoman Gail Pinsker confirmed. Mayoral is moving out of state
Learning new skills takes effort and guidance. The Santa Monica Public Library seeks to offer guidance for those who are willing to
provide effort. Branches of Santa Monica Public Library will host a second annual “How-To Festival” from June 25 to July 30. The festival consists of 40 mini-workshops taught by library staff and community
CHAMBER BOARD
members, offering opportunities for the community to learn skills such as songwriting and coding. “It’s a great way for the community to try something new,” said SEE LIBRARY PAGE 5
David Young-Wolff
The Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce installed a new Board of Directors recently. See Page 3 for more information.
SEE EXPO PAGE 7
Gary Limjap (310) 586-0339 In today’s real estate climate ...
Experience counts! garylimjap@gmail.com www.garylimjap.com
RELAX & UNWIND ON PICO! Over 20 Places to get Blowouts - Mani/Pedis Massages - Facials PICOPASSPORT.COM
Feel As Good As You Look!
BACK OR UNFILED
TAXES? ALL FORMS • ALL TYPES • ALL STATES SAMUEL B. MOSES, CPA
(310) 395-9922 100 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1800 • Santa Monica 90401
RECYCLE NOW!
Calendar 2
FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
Visit us online at www.smdp.com
CRV Aluminum Cans $ .65
1
per pound
with this coupon
expires 6-30-16
2411 Delaware Avenue in Santa Monica
(310) 453-9677
MICHIGAN 24TH
Santa Monica Recycling Center
CLOVERFIELD
CRV Aluminum Plastic Glass Bi-Metal Newspaper CardboardWhite/Color/Computer Paper Copper & Brass
Professional Counseling Services for Older Adults and Their Families Licensed psychologists, psychology graduate interns and post-doctoral fellows. Services are provided via Medicare and private pay/sliding scale.
(310) 394-9871, ext. 249 • 1527 4th Street, Santa Monica www.wiseandhealthyaging.org
X
DELAWARE AVE. 10 WEST
What’s Up
Westside OUT AND ABOUT IN SANTA MONICA
Delivering More Than a Meal The number of meals we delivered has gone up 38%! “I have diabetes and can’t cook right. With Meals on Wheels I’m eating healthy. It really helps.” Stan Nelson, Santa Monica, Airforce veteran
Ukelele Forever - Learn Popular Songs with Jon Lee
The need is growing. WE NEED YOUR HELP!
REFER | VOLUNTEER | DONATE Call
310-394-5133 ext. 1
to enroll yourself or a neighbor
Broadway Wine & Spirits .80
BEER Specials!
two 12pks cans (24 beers!)
12 Pk cans ................................................
Find a way around a ukulele by going through some well-known Beatles songs. No experience necessary. Ukulele tablature will be taught and chord charts for songs provided, with a new song to work on every week. Please bring your ukulele and the willingness to experiment. Drop-in price is $25, $80 for four classes. Palisades Park, 1450 Ocean Ave., 6 - 8 p.m.
Solo dance performance
SUMMER Bud and Bud Light ..................$18 modelo
Friday, June 24
$12.99
Large craft beer selection
(310) 394-8257
1011 Broadway | Santa Monica, CA 90401
Dancer and choreographer Mark Yamor confronts the war on drugs in the world premiere of his solo performance, “The Heretic with a Thousand Faces,” at Highways Performance Space, 1651 18th St., in Santa Monica. 8:30 p.m. Also showing June 25 and July 1-2. Tickets and information at highwaysperformance.org.
Saturday, June 25 American Stories Book Group The Plague of Doves by Louise Erdrich. 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Pico Branch Library, 2201 Pico Blvd.
How-To Festival
CUNAO, Latin Folk; THE FREEDOM LEDGES, Bluesy Rock n Roll; JAKE DAVIS BAND, Suburban Rock This Friday 6/24 9:30
Cheese Bergerens; The North
Saturday, 6/25 FREE: CLASSIC ROCK, SURF, JAZZ
Surf-O-Matics
LUNCH & DINNER DAILY RUSTY’S SURF RANCH 256 SM PIER, 310 393-7437 – rustyssurfranch.com
Join organizers for a day full of 45minute workshops on a variety of topics, taking place in all of the Main Library venues. Learn how to play the ukulele, how to improvise, how to manage stress, how to hula hoop, how to make spring rolls, how to care for your dog, how to use the cloud, how to meditate and more. Main Library, 601 Santa Monica Blvd., 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Drawing What you See with Frank Valdez Join Studio Resident Frank Valdez and learn the techniques needed to draw
accurately. Exercises include copying Bargue line drawings and drawing still lifes in pencil. Although the importance of drawing from life will be emphasized, these techniques can be used to draw from your own photo references as well - accurate drawing has limitless applications. Participants will work at their own pace. Newsprint, easels, and pencils provided. For beginning to intermediate students. 1450 Ocean, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., cost $5. https://apm.activecommunities.com/s antamonicarecreation/Activity_Searc h/50226
Collage Lab with Amy & Richard Drop by and collage with Amy Bauer and Richard Hecht of Dreameco Crafts. Magazines, paper and glue provided. Bring your own ephemera to play with - get their living room messy rather than yours! Each week will bring new topics and prompts to work on, or get some self-directed work done. Eco-friendly repurposing projects will be the focus of Amy and Richard’s practice every week. 1450 Ocean, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Cost: $10. Register at https://apm.activecommunities.com/santamonicarecreation/Ac tivity_Search/51310
Certified Farmer’s Markets Virginia Ave. Park and Downtown. Parking for the Pico market is available in the lot along Pico Blvd., at meters along Pico Blvd. or adjacent to Virginia Park in the parking lot on north/east corner of Pico and Cloverfield. Pico is open from 8 a.m. 1 p.m. The Downtown market is located at along Arizona Ave. between 2nd and 4th. The market boasts the largest percentage of Certified Organic growers of the City’s four markets. Open from 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday, June 26 A Watercolor Journey with Timothy Kitz SEE LISTINGS PAGE 3
For help submitting an event, contact us at
310-458-7737 or submit to editor@smdp.com
Inside Scoop FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
Visit us online at www.smdp.com
3
COMMUNITY BRIEFS Downtown
Chamber installs new board The 2016-2017 Chamber Board and new Chair of the Board Yesenia Monsour were installed by Mayor Tony Vazquez at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows last week. The dinner and program commenced with a stirring rendition of the National Anthem by Santa Monica High Student, Zoe D’Andrea. Nat Trives, former Mayor and Chief of Police emceed the event, and along with Mayor Vazquez and Laurel Rosen, President of the Santa Monica Chamber, bid a fond farewell to outgoing Chair Julia Ladd, Assistant VP of Santa Monica Place, Macerich, and her Board. Dee Menzies, retiring from a successful career at Carlthorp School, accepted the Bob Gabriel Community Service Business Award for her support of the SM Chamber and community for the past 33 years. Iao Katagiri, Director of Community Relations, Deputy Vice President at Rand was honored for her many contributions to Santa Monica in her 40 year career, including the Annual Community Conference on Early Childhood Education. 2016-2017 Chair Yesenia Monsour, Director, Public Affairs and Brand Communications at Kaiser Permanente, gave an inspiring and moving speech after accepting the gavel from the Mayor. She will be joined this year by board members Julia Ladd (Santa Monica Place/Macerich), West Hooker (Locando del Lago Restaurant), Richard Chacker (Perry’s at the Beach and Bike Rentals), Scott Schonfeld (Linwood Ventures), Pat McRoskey (Water Garden), Barbara Bishop (BBPR Inc.), Justin Grant (Morley Builders), Dave Nelson (Tegner-Miller Insurance Brokers), Adam Weiss (Cornerstone OnDemand), Alisha Auringer (LAcarGuy), Brian McMahon (Expert Dojo), Calvin Cheong (Cooley, LLC), Julia Cooksey (Frontier), Daniel Abramson (RAND Corporation), Ellis O’Connor (Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows), Gary Loeb (Chezgal Merchandising Creations), Jeff Jarow (Par Commercial), Jeff Klocke (Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier), Jeff Lasky (Hudson Pacific), John Warfel (Metropolitan Pacific Real Estate Group), Juan Viramontes (Georgian Hotel), Kiersten Elliot (Santa Monica College), Len Lanzi (LAVA), Mathew Allnatt (Jonathan Club), Matt Lavin (Worthe Real Estate), Marcel Loh
LISTINGS FROM PAGE 2
Join urban sketcher and watercolorist Timothy Kitz in a six week immersive watercolor course, open to all levels. Tim will share tips about both medium and technique while going through exer-
(Providence St. John’s Health Center), Michael Gruning (Pence Hathorn Silver Realty), Mike Harriel (Southern California Gas Company), Mitchell Kraus (Capital Intelligence Associates), Nat Trives (Coalition for Engaged Education), Paula Larmore (Harding Larmore Kutchal & Kozal LLP), Richard Lawrence (Commercial Bank of California), Susan Gabriel Potter (Bob Gabriel Co. Insurance), Susan Inwood (Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC), Ted Braun (UCLA Health) and Tim Kusserow (Carlthorp School). - SUBMITTED BY GIGI DE POURTALES DIRECTOR OF EVENTS AND MARKETING
directed experience, ensuring that each participant and family gets their own unique dance party. Sadubas, a DJ duo that combines recorded music with live drums, will provide the soundtrack, and the “Family Dance Jam” team of dancers will be there to help create an environment of fun and creativity. This is an event that is guaranteed to provide a good time for all family members, both big and small. Free and open to all. Tongva Park is located at 1615 Ocean Ave. For updated information on the programming, visit smgov.net/tongvapark/events. - SUBMITTED BY ALLISON OSTROVSKY, CULTURAL AFFAIRS
Tongva Park
Tongva Park hosts Family Saturdays in June, July and August Tongva Park’s Family Saturdays continue throughout the summer, featuring a performance of ancient music of the Americas in June, the traditional Japanese art of taiko drumming in July, and August’s “Family Dance Jam”, an inter-generational movement workshop designed for all ages. On Saturday, June 25, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., families are invited to watch and participate in Music of the Ancient Americas with Martin Espino. Martin is one of the world’s foremost experts in this rich culture, performing for over 45 years and crafting more than 60,000 instruments stemming from the tradition. This event will include a performance by Martin, as well as a show-and-tell experience in which the audience can play the musical instruments and learn traditional stories. On Saturday, July 23, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., come to Tongva Park for a demonstration and workshop of taiko drumming, one of Japan’s oldest and most revered musical traditions. Performers from the Taiko Center of L.A. will be playing traditional taiko music and sharing insights about the history and cultural significance of this ancient art. The audience will also be invited to participate in a taiko workshop and play these beautiful drums themselves, culminating in an interactive performance with both musicians and audience. On Saturday, August 27, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., the “Family Dance Jam” comes to Tongva Park. Featuring two 45 minute sets, the “Family Dance Jam” is an inter-generational movement workshop designed for people of all ages, incorporating both open play and
cises to hone attendants’ vision, perspective and brush skills. Exterior and interior scenes and lighting will be addressed, and all basic materials will be provided. Palisades Park, 1450 Ocean Ave., 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., cost $140.
Printmaking Lab with Zeina Baltagi
SUPERVISOR
Citywide
SMMUSD Announces New Roosevelt Elementary School Principal The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District Board of Education approved the appointment of Lynda Holeva as the new principal of Roosevelt Elementary School at its June 22, 2016 special board meeting. Holeva is the current assistant principal at Roosevelt Elementary School. Holeva joined SMMUSD in 2014 as the assistant principal at Will Rogers Learning Community and Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment (BTSA) coordinator, splitting her time between the two 50 percent positions. She has been the assistant principal at Roosevelt for the 2015-16 school year. She brings 19 years of education experience to this position including teaching and leadership positions in the Encinitas Union School District before coming to SMMUSD. She previously served as an assistant principal, summer enrichment academy principal, BTSA coordinator and mentor, GATE coordinator and elementary school teacher. “I am honored to have been chosen as the new principal of Roosevelt Elementary School! Having been the assistant principal there this past year has afforded me the opportunity to really know and understand the wonderful Roosevelt community,” Holeva said. “I am excited to lead in a shared vision of continuing collaboration, academic excellence and a positive social climate that has become the fabric of Roosevelt.”
ing with a 30 inch by 48 inch Dickerson Combination motorized printing press. Paper will be available for purchase; shared water soluble ink in primary colors, inking surfaces, newsprint and brayers will be available. Bring aprons and tubes and portfolios for finished work. Palisades Park, 1450 Ocean Ave., 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., cost $20.
Holeva holds a Bachelor’s of Arts in interdisciplinary studies, Magna Cum Laude, from National University and a Master’s of Education in administration and leadership from Cal State University, San Marcos. Holeva has earned multiple awards and recognition including a fellowship from Encinitas Union School District to attend a Harvard Graduate School of Education leadership symposium; BTSA Mentor Teacher of the Year in 2009 and 2010 from the North Coastal BTSA Consortium in San Diego and Encinitas Union school board recognition for a service learning project program. “Lynda will be a valuable addition to our district leadership team,” Dr. Mark Kelly, assistant superintendent of human resources, said. “I would like to congratulate her on her new position.” - SUBMITTED BY GAIL PINSKER SMMUSD COMMUNITY & PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
Montana Ave.
Family-Run Apothecary Comes to Montana Avenue Maison Fleurette, the new family-run, European-style apothecary and scent house from Herbalist Shalimar Luciano on June 26 will celebrate the grand opening of its flagship store. Formerly Shalimar Apothecary of Scent on Melrose Ave, the shop has been in soft opening with a Grand Opening celebration on Sunday, June 26. Maison Fleurette formulas all begin in an organic garden - not a corporate laboratory. Herbs and fragrant flowers formed a legendary healing salve, first made 30 years ago in an herbalist’s kitchen. Today, founder and formulator Shalimar Luciano continues to focus on small-batch, healing botanicals, while her four daughters work to expand the company’s vision and product line. “This has always been a family operation, with my daughters and now my grandsons helping me in the garden and inspiring new formulas,” Luciano said. “I’m thrilled to have my children by my side as we expand our business, and proud to be a company led by female entrepreneurs.” Maison Fleurette is a formulator-owned and family-run company, using only certified organic and wildcrafted materials. To learn more, visit www.maisonfleurette.com - SUBMITTED BY BEIGE LUCIANO-ADAMS
Main St. Farmers Market The Main Street market hosts a variety activities including bands, a bi-weekly cooking demonstrations, arts and crafts, a face painter, a balloon animal designer as well as seasonal California grown fruits, vegetables, nuts, meats and cheeses. 2640 Main St., 8:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m.
Laboratory for experimenting and print-
INTERESTED IN YOUR DAILY FORECAST?
FOR INQUIRIES ON PREMIUM LISTINGS,
Check out the HOROSCOPES on PAGE 10!
OR ADVERTISING ON THESE PAGES
office (310)
458-7737
call us today (310)
458-7737
Starting from
88
$
Parking | Kitchenettes | WiFi Available
1760 Ocean Avenue | Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.393.6711
+ Taxes
BOOK DIRECT AND SAVE SeaviewHotel .com
OpinionCommentary 4
FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
Laughing Matters Jack Neworth
Free Consultation Over $25 Million Recovered
• • • • • • • •
CATASTROPHIC PERSONAL INJURIES WRONGFUL DEATH MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS BICYCLE ACCIDENTS SPINAL CORD INJURIES TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES DOG BITES TRIP & FALLS You Pay Nothing Until Your Case Is Resolved
Robert Lemle
310.392.3055 www.lemlelaw.com PRESIDENT
SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Ross Furukawa
Jenny Medina
ross@smdp.com
jenny@smdp.com
PUBLISHER
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Rob Schwenker
Andrew Oja
schwenker@smdp.com
andrew@smdp.com
EDITOR IN CHIEF
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Matthew Hall
Darren Ouellette
matt@smdp.com
production@smdp.com
STAFF WRITER
OPERATIONS/ CIRCULATION/LEGAL SERVICES MANAGER
Jeffrey I. Goodman jeff@smdp.com
STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Josh Heisler
Morgan Genser
josh@smdp.com
editor@smdp.com
CIRCULATION CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Keith Wyatt
Bill Bauer, David Pisarra, Charles Andrews, Jack Neworth, Sarah A. Spitz, Cynthia Citron, Margarita Rozenbaoum
josh@smdp.com
Achling Holliday josh@smdp.com
TO ADVERTISE IN THE SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS IN PRINT OR DIGITAL, PLEASE CALL 310-458-7737 or email schwenker@smdp.com
1640 5th Street, Suite 218 Santa Monica, CA 90401 OFFICE (310) 458-PRESS (7737) FAX (310) 576-9913
The Santa Monica Daily Press publishes Monday - Saturday with a circulation of 10,000 on weekdays and 11,000 on the weekend. The Daily Press is adjudicated as a newspaper of general circulation in the County of Los Angeles and covers news relevant to the City of Santa Monica. The Daily Press is a member of the California Newspaper Publisher’s Association, the National Newspaper Association and the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce. The paper you’re reading this on is composed of 100% post consumer content and the ink used to print these words is soy based. We are proud recipients of multiple honors for outstanding news coverage from the California Newspaper Publishers Association as well as a Santa Monica Sustainable Quality Award.
Send comments to editor@smdp.com
Comparing orange and juice I SWORE I WOULDN’T, BUT I WATCHED
WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE BECAUSE OF THE CARELESSNESS OR NEGLIGENCE OF OTHERS.
Visit us online at www.smdp.com
the entire five-part ESPN documentary series about O.J. Simpson, “O.J.: Made in America.” Actually, it was riveting. And also disturbing, including the graphic murder scenes. O.J., aka “Juice” in the documentary, tells so many bald-face lies that, call me biased, it reminded me of ... Donald Trump (aka “Orange Man”). For example, the bloody footprint of Nicole and Ron’s murderer. He was wearing size-12 Bruno Magli shoes and there were only 299 pairs imported into the U.S. O.J. just happens to wear size 12 shoe but defiantly proclaimed, “I wouldn’t wear those ugly-a** shoes!” At the civil trial in Santa Monica, tons of photos surfaced of O.J. wearing those ugly you-know-whats. And what did O.J. say? “Those aren’t my shoes.” Apparently O.J. wanted us to believe that someone forced him to wear the Bruno Maglis over and over. A kid in grade school wouldn’t concoct such a lame excuse. But Trump would. In July 2015, Trump infamously said of John McCain, “He’s no war hero.” However, Trump later insisted he hadn’t said it. We all saw it, just as we saw the photos of O.J. in the Bruno Maglis. It’s as though their narcissism emboldens them to believe they can charm (O.J.) or con (Trump) their way out of anything. In September 2015, Trump was quoted in Rolling Stone magazine about Carly Fiorina: “Look at that face!? Would anyone vote for that?” But Trump told Fox News, “I was talking about her persona, not looks.” (As lame as, “I can’t release tax returns because I’m being audited.”) Days after the murders of Nicole and Ron, O.J. gave three versions of his cut finger. First he cut it on a glass in Chicago when the police informed him Nicole was dead. (Except O.J.’s blood was on the Bronco before he went to Chicago!) Then, O.J. cut his finger chipping golf balls. (We all know how dangerous chipping golf balls can be!) And then he got the cut getting his cellphone out of the Bronco. Talk about a bad omen. In 1966 and newly arrived on campus, O.J. was interviewed by Daily Trojan sportswriter Paul Morantz, who would go on to become a famed Westside attorney. Juice bragged how, throughout his life, he’d always talked his
way out of trouble. Including 28 years later. Actually, O.J.’s trial should have been in Santa Monica, as the murders were in nearby Brentwood. But D.A. Gil Garcetti was concerned about possible riots if O.J. were convicted by a predominately white jury. Given the “mountain of evidence,” Garcetti was convinced. Even downtown with a predominantly African American jury, there had to be a conviction. In four hours, the jury delivered an acquittal. Go figure. As for “Orange,” two weeks ago Trump called the universally respected judge in one of three class-action civil lawsuits against him for fraud, “a Mexican” when he was actually born in Indiana. This past week, Trump called for Muslim profiling and said perhaps Muslims should carry cards. He’s called for bringing back waterboarding “and worse,” and says, “We should take out the families of terrorists,” like he’s a Mafioso. Now it’s possible Trump’s campaign may be a giant scam like Trump U. With donations, he’s paying his family and his businesses, not to mention hawking his books. (One should be re-titled “Art of the Steal.”) Marco Rubio called Trump “a con artist,” and so do Ronald Reagan’s two sons! Married three times, and with numerous extramarital affairs, Trump has challenged the religious integrity of Ted Cruz, Ben Carson, Mitt Romney and now Hillary. Questioned if he’s ever asked God for forgiveness, one of the main tenets of the Christian faith, Trump said, “Not really.” Pontificating on the Orlando massacre, Trump suggested that nightclub patrons should have had guns strapped to their waists: “Then the bullets would have been going in the opposite direction.” Trump’s mixing of booze and bullets is so insane, even the NRA trashed it. “Juice” may be paroled next year. As for “Orange,” on Monday a woman filed a $100million federal lawsuit alleging that Trump raped her in 1994, when she was 13. Specious? I’m reminded of Trump as he constantly floats ludicrous stories i.e. Ted Cruz’s father helped Oswald kill JFK. Feigning innocence, Trump shrugs, “All I know is what’s on the Internet, folks.” He’s forever “Don the Con.” Made in America is streaming at ESPN.com. JACK can be reached at jnsmdp@aol.com.
CITY OF SANTA MONICA REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Santa Monica invites sealed proposals for RFP: #82 CONSULTING FOR SOLAR SANTA MONICA PROGRAM • Submission Deadline is July 13, 2016 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time. Proposals must include forms furnished by the City of Santa Monica. Request for Proposals may be obtained on the CITY’S ONLINE VENDOR PORTAL. The website for this Request for Proposals and related documents is: Planet Bids or http://vendors.planetbids.com/SantaMonica/bidsearch4.cfm. There is no charge for the RFP package.
PUBLISHED BY NEWLON ROUGE, LLC © 2016 Newlon Rouge, LLC, all rights reserved.
DO YOU HAVE COMMUNITY NEWS? Submit news releases to editor@smdp.com or by fax at (310) 576-9913 office (310) AWARD WINNER
AWARD WINNER
458-7737
WINNER
OPINIONS EXPRESSED are those of the writer and do not necessarily reflect those of the Santa Monica Daily Press staff. Guest editorials from residents are encouraged, as are letters to the editor. Letters will be published on a space-available basis. It is our intention to publish all letters we receive, except those that are libelous or are unsigned. Preference will be given to those that are e-mailed to editor@smdp.com. All letters must include the author’s name and telephone number for purposes of verification. All letters and guest editorials are subject to editing for space and content.
OpinionCommentary FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
Visit us online at www.smdp.com
Margarita Friday Margarita Rozenbaoum
FINDING A NEW DENTIST IS TOUGH!!!
5
IT’S HAPPY HOUR.
(BUT WE MAKE IT EASY!!!)
Send comments to editor@smdp.com
YOUR CHOICE
‘Kindred’ spirits and a kindled fire A FEW WEEKS AGO, I MET A GIRL NAMED
$1 EXAM
fireplace. And then we all get to sit in front of that fireplace, drinking hot chocolate, as our bulldog, Mattias, curls up by our feet. That metaphor got away from me ... What I mean is this: Something bad happened to Rachael. She took the bad thing and turned it into a work of art. Now, every time people go to see her play — it’s very good, by the way; she let me read it — they get understanding and healing from something that could have just been a bad thing that happened to Rachael. And Rachael gets healing from that too. Maybe that’s happiness. I think it’s something more substantial. There’s a lot happening to and around us that can be discouraging to a point of, “Why even bother?” But why we all have to continue to bother is because we really are kindred. If Rachael gives up, she robs people of the gift that “Kindred” is; the gift that her acting is; the gift that her being human is. And we all have this responsibility. If I gave up, for example, I’d rob you of something: You wouldn’t get the genius of this column. Kidding. It’s not a column — it’s a periodical. Cheers.
INCLUDES FULL XRAYS
TRY OUR NO OBLIGATION
OR
$59 EXAM AND CLEANING For New Patients
INCLUDES FULL XRAYS
If you don’t like what we have to say we will give you a copy of your x-rays at no charge DENTAL CARE WITHOUT JUDGEMENT! WE OFFER UNIQUE SERVICES *Nitrous Oxide provided as a courtesy *No interest payment plans *Emergencies can be seen today *Our dentists and staff members are easy to talk to AND OF COURSE WE DO -Invisalign -Periodontist on Staff -Oral Surgeon on Staff -Cosmetics and Implants -Zoom bleaching -and more
D R . A L A N RU B E N S T E I N 1260 15th ST. SUITE #703
MARGARITA is an actress and published writer. In her spare time, she likes to watch Doctor Who reruns and correct people on the spelling of her name.
(310) 736-2589
D. LV EB R I H ILS W
T. HS 15T
SANTA MONICA FAMILY DENTISTRY
#
T. HS 14T
Rachael. This is hilarious, by the way, because “Rachael” is the fake name I always use when people ask to remain anonymous. But I swear — this Rachael is very real. Rachael Blackwood. I met her at a theatrical production, where she played Alexander Hamilton. One does not experience a young Australian woman’s successfully transformation into a Founding Father without wanting to become said woman’s friend. So I asked Rachael to coffee. Obviously, she’s an actress. I found out she’s a writer too, like me — kindred spirits. And ever so appropriately, she wrote a play called “Kindred.” First of all, am I the only one impressed that people are out there writing plays? Like, slow clap and Renaissance hats off to you. “What’s it about?” I asked. “Domestic violence,” she explained. Should’ve skipped the coffee and gone straight for whiskey. Yup. Didn’t think we’d be talking about domestic violence today, did you? Thought this column was all about happiness, didn’t you? Well, somehow, it still is. Do you know why I love artists (perpetual angst aside)? A true artist will encounter a raging, life-threatening fire in her life; and instead of running or letting the flames burn everything in sight, she uses them to kindle a
TRY OUR NO OBLIGATION
E. AV NA O IZ AR
WWW.ALANRUBENSTEINDDS.COM
LIBRARY FROM PAGE 1
Rachel Foyt, administrative analyst at the library, who is one of the staff organizing the festival. Nancy Bender, an adult programs librarian at the SMPL, said the library decided to bring back the festival, as it was a success last year. Last year’s festival on May 30 featured more than 55 workshops. The workshops this year will be spread out throughout the month, with the Main Library hosting 28 workshops on June 25. Other four branches of the library will rotate hosting workshops on Saturdays starting on July 9 and ending on July 30. Foyt said the library decided to spread out the workshops because of feedback from the community. Foyt said the library chose workshops based on suggestions from the community and the staff. The library also received about two-dozen proposals from the community, she said. Ocean Park branch, for instance, will host three workshops on July 9 such as a workshop on writing a mystery novel and on get-
ting ready for retirement. Karen Reitz, a manager of the Ocean Park branch, said the branch decided to host those workshops because many visitors of the branch have shown their interest in learning those skills. Reitz oversees a group that meets monthly to discuss latest mystery books. The Fairview branch will have a grand launch of the renovated building as it hosts workshops on July 16. On July 23, the Montana branch will host workshops on skills such as speed reading and creating nail art. On July 30, the Pico branch will host workshops on skills such as making flower arrangements. Bender said she hopes members of the community will use the library’s resources to improve on skills they learned at the workshops. “You can talk to a librarian, or get DVDs, or do other things to learn more about the topics,” Bender said. Visit https://smpl.org/uploadedFiles/ HowToFestBrochure2016.pdf for more information. editor@smdp.com
CITY OF SANTA MONICA FOR SALE Vacant R-2 Development Site 2018 19th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Minimum offer $1,275,000 Questions Submittal Deadline: June 14, 2016 – 3:00 PM Request for Sealed Offers Deadline: July 14, 2016 – 3:00 PM The City of Santa Monica is offering for sale a vacant 7,996 square foot parcel located at 2018 19th Street in as-is condition. The property is zoned Low Density Residential (R2). The minimum offer price is $1,275,000. All offers must be received with a minimum of the following information: • • • • • • •
Purchasing Entity Name Purchasing Entity Address Contact Person Name, Phone, and Email Purchase Offer Amount Deposit Amount Financing Source(s) Escrow Period
• Due Diligence Periods • Contingencies Questions regarding the sale must be emailed to ava.lee@smgov.net and received by June 14, 2016 at 3:00 PM. Responses to all questions will be posted publicly by June 23, 2016 on the City Housing Division’s website http://www.smgov.net/Departments/ HED/Housing_and_Redevelopment/Housing/Housing_Division.aspx and in the Housing Division lobby. Three copies of sealed offers must be received by July 14, 2016 at 3:00 PM at: City of Santa Monica, Housing Division 1901 Main Street, Suite B Santa Monica, CA 90405 Seller contact: Ava Lee, Housing Division, City of Santa Monica ava.lee@smgov.net
Local 6
FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
PRINCIPAL FROM PAGE 1
$200,000 Match! Donate to the Education Foundation NOW and make twice the difference for SMMUSD students! Franklin Elementary School PTA will match all donations up to $200,000! Your gift to the Santa Monica-Malibu Education Foundation will fund arts education, instructional assistants and enrichment grants for our students next year. Thank you!
smmef.org
cials will begin conducting a search for her replacement “immediately.” The shakeup at the local high school comes as SMMUSD searches for a new superintendent following the announcement that Sandra Lyon will have a new job with the Palm Springs Unified School District starting July 1. An interim leader for the district has not yet been announced. Mayoral, who earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and a master’s in education from UCLA, taught for six years at Fairfax High School in the Los Angeles Unified School District before arriving at Samohi as a science teacher in 1995. During her initial stint there, she served as chair of the chemistry department and led professional development for Advanced Placement teachers. In 2004 Mayoral became a Samohi house principal, a role she kept until she was named principal of John Adams Middle School in 2010. In late 2012 she was named administrator of the year by the California Music Educators Association for her work with the JAMS music department. She was responsible for keeping students safe during the deadly June 2013 shooting at Santa Monica College, which is in close proximity to the 16th Street middle school. She has described it as the scariest ordeal of her life. Mayoral’s tenure at JAMS ended shortly thereafter as she followed many of the graduates to Samohi, where she replaced Laurel Fretz as principal. Fretz had been in charge of the high school for two years. “I just work hard to get our kids what
Visit us online at www.smdp.com
they need,” Mayoral told the Samohi student newspaper in 2012. “It means connecting with teachers so that we are working to maximize our experiences with our students, it means committing to their continued growth and long, long hours to get what they need and it means being here for the kids. That’s all we do.” Under Mayoral’s watch, Samohi has seen a variety of crises, controversies and tragedies. In the fall of 2013, she canceled the school’s homecoming rally following what she deemed disruptive behavior in prior assemblies. She also received pushback over new dress-code emphases in her first few months as principal. In spring 2014, she was criticized over the handling of a scuffle between a student and teacher Mark Black, who was reportedly trying to confiscate marijuana. Tensions also flared over another personnel matter in mid-2014, when Vikings baseball coach Kurt Schwengel was canned after two successful seasons. Allegations of cronyism popped up when Loren Drake was named as Schwengel’s replacement. Mayoral’s leadership was again tested as a measles outbreak spread across Southern California in early 2015, when a Samohi baseball coach and an infant at the school’s child care facility were found with the contagious virus. Around the same time, she was also forced to deal with the aftermath of a brawl between Samohi and Beverly Hills High School students following a league basketball game. Shock and sadness washed over the campus in May 2015 when freshman Leo Castillo, a JAMS alumnus, was killed while riding his scooter in Santa Monica. jeff@smdp.com
For all her cartwheels, backflips, tumbles and falls. Get to know us before you need us. As the area’s most experienced in children’s orthopaedic conditions, when a sports injury happens we know the drill. From torn ACLs, fractures, sprains and concussions, to overuse injuries, extremity disorders, meniscus tears and more. Our Center for Sports Medicine is here to prevent, assess and treat young athletes. Helping them to grow well, play well and cartwheel well into the future.
ortho-institute.org
DOWNTOWN L.A. Center for Sports Medicine 403 West Adams Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90007 213-741-8334
SANTA MONICA Renee and Meyer Luskin Children’s Clinic 1250 16th Street, Suite 2100B Santa Monica, CA 90404 310-395-4814
Local FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
Visit us online at www.smdp.com
EXPO FROM PAGE 1
Thanksgiving. For me, it’s practically a personal (albeit very short) mecca. It’s where I went for pre-homework fries during middle school. It’s where I’ve gone for dinner before attending basketball games at UCLA. It’s where I’ve caught up with old friends over burgers and IBC root beers. And it’s where I’ve taken dates for apple pie a la mode. Needless to say, the gastronomic gods have blessed this corner of Pico Boulevard and Glendon Avenue with decades of foodborne thrill-ness. When the Apple Pan is busy, which it often is, the wait is beautiful chaos. As diners-to-be line the perimeter of the 26-seat room, there are two conflicting philosophies at play. Some think it’s service on a firstarrival basis regardless of where you’re standing to wait; others believe there’s an understood separation by side. You can imagine the tension when a small group walks in, waits on the left side and watches as another party that came in after them fills a new vacancy on the right. It would almost be worth grabbing a bowl of popcorn to watch, but I’m not here to eat popcorn. (Although, if that’s what you’re looking for, the Landmark Theatres are just a block away.) No, I’m here to eat my favorite burger on the planet. It will look like your server is just scribbling squiggly lines on a pad of paper, but trust that your order will be done right. Ask for the hickory burger with extra sauce and
7
extra lettuce, a side of fries and a cream soda for good measure. You and this burger will get along famously. The inimitable hickory sauce, smoky and tangy and oozing with flavor, is the stuff of legend. (My brother swears that the sauce’s stratospheric quality climbs even higher when it has the chance to mingle with the burger’s beef patty, and he might be right.) The lettuce plays an important role as well, providing a cool, refreshing crunch. It’s simple, it’s $7.65 and it’s a reason to believe there’s hope for humanity. When you’re finished with the burger, your server will pop up out of nowhere with a serious question: “Any pie?” There’s no wrong answer (except “No thanks,” of course). Close out your meal with a banana cream slice, a dessert so mindbogglingly good that it should be used as a peace offering at international diplomacy summits. At this point, don’t feel bad if there are people standing behind you, waiting to eat. After all, they’re planning to enjoy the Apple Pan exactly as you did, the same way others before you have done for nearly 70 years. It only makes sense. The Expo Line now has 19 stations covering 15.2 miles between Downtown Los Angeles and Santa Monica. A regular oneway fare is $1.75 and includes two hours of free transfers for riders using a TAP card. A daily pass good for unlimited rides on Metro is $7 and monthly passes are $100. Visit taptogo.net for more information. jeff@smdp.com
SEE NEWS HAPPENING OR HAVE SOMETHING TO REPORT? CALL US TODAY (310)
458-7737
SHARE THE LOVE
EXPERIENCE BURN FITNESS
GO GREEN
With sustainable, building and landscape supplies and water features for drought resistant landscape
Crushed Recycled Glass Recycled Paving Material Recirculating Water Features Pebbles, Gravel and Mulch Broken Concrete and Used Brick Artificial Grass and Groundcover Railroad Ties Landscape Timber Rain Barrels
COMPLIMENTARY DAY PASS NEW CLASSES, PERSONAL TRAINING, NUTRITION, AND MORE!
310.394.1300 www.burnfitness.com 1233 3rd Street Promenade
Santa Monica
BOURGET BROS. BUILDING MATERIALS Your Local Supplier Since 1947 1636 11th Street Santa Monica 310.450.6556 | bourgetbros.com
Local 8
FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
Visit us online at www.smdp.com
S U R F
R E P O R T
CRIME WATCH B Y
D A I L Y
P R E S S
S T A F F
Crime Watch is culled from reports provided by the Santa Monica Police Department. These are arrests only. All parties are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
ON JUNE 10 AT ABOUT 11:31 P.M. Officers responded to a radio call for service of a family disturbance at the 7-Eleven convenience store at 1600 Santa Monica Blvd. A man and woman were in an argument over the man locking their child in a vehicle and having driven the child while under the influence of an alcoholic beverage. Officers arrived and discovered the man in the 7-Eleven parking lot. The woman and child had left prior to officers’ arrival. Follow-up investigation led to the arrest of the man, later identified as Benny Morales, 31, of Van Nuys, on a charge of child endangerment. Bail was set at $500,000.
DAILY POLICE LOG
The Santa Monica Police Department responded to 381 calls for service on June 22.
131 BROADWAY SANTA MONICA, CA 90401 | LOCATED ON THE CORNER OF 2ND & BROADWAY | PH: 657.859.3721
SURF FORECASTS
WATER TEMP: 66.7°
FRIDAY – FAIR TO GOOD – SURF: 4-6 ft shoulder high to 1 ft overhead Nice SSW swell up a little further - most size for exposures out west. Small NW windswell. SATURDAY – FAIR TO GOOD – SURF: 4-6 ft shoulder high to 1 ft overhead Good run of SSW swell continues - most size for exposures out west. Small NW windswell.
DANCE CLASSES NOW
ENROLLING FOR AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES EVERY DAY!
GROW AND STRETCH WITH THE PRETENDERS STUDIO!
HERE IS A SAMPLING OF THOSE CALLS CHOSEN BY THE SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS STAFF. Stolen vehicle Ocean/ Bay 12:33 a.m. Battery 100 block of Broadway 2:02 a.m. Trespassing 500 block of Wilshire 2:37 a.m. Assault with a deadly weapon Lincoln/ Pico 3:58 a.m. Bicycle theft Lincoln/ Pico 4:27 a.m. Trespassing 1300 block of 4th 5:12 a.m. Trespassing 100 block of Bay 7:44 a.m. Traffic collision 17th/ Santa Monica 7:56 a.m. Traffic collision 34st/ Pico 8:20 a.m. Grand theft 2200 block of Virginia 8:30 a.m. Grand theft auto 800 block of Ocean 8:49 a.m. Petty theft 2600 block of Lincoln 9:11 a.m. Traffic collision 16th/ Santa Monica 9:17 a.m. Traffic collision 15th/ Santa Monica 9:21 a.m. Trespassing 500 block of 7th 9:37 a.m. Trespassing 100 block of Bay 9:40 a.m. Traffic collision 32nd/ Pico 9:59 a.m. Battery 700 block of Broadway 10:14 a.m. Threats report 600 block of Santa Monica 10:21 a.m. Identity theft 300 block of Santa Monica 10:39 a.m. Forgery report 1300 block of 4th 11:05 a.m. Traffic collision 300 block of Olympic 11:21 a.m. Fraud report 1100 block of 16th 11:22 a.m. Fraud report 3200 block of Santa Monica 11:22 a.m. Fraud report 200 block of Broadway 11:38 a.m. Traffic collision Lincoln/ Olympic 11:43 a.m. Missing person 300 block of Olympic 11:45 a.m.
Traffic collision Lincoln/ Olympic 11:45 a.m. Burglary 500 block of 22nd 11:46 a.m. Assault 200 block of Santa Monica 11:46 a.m. Trespassing 1200 block of 10th 11:54 a.m. Fraud report 1500 block of 7th 12:00 p.m. Grand theft 200 block of Bay 12:04 p.m. Burglary 800 block of Pacific 12:16 p.m. Auto burglary 1000 block of 2nd 1:23 p.m. Trespassing 1200 block of 6th 1:31 p.m. Trespassing 1400 block of 10th 1:37 p.m. Petty theft 1500 block of 2nd 1:41 p.m. Traffic collision 15th/ Montana 2:13 p.m. Identity theft 1200 block of 11th 2:24 p.m. Missing person 300 block of Olympic 2:44 p.m. Fraud report 3400 block of Ocean Park 3:11 p.m. Grand theft 1400 block of 2nd 3:28 p.m. Trespassing 600 block of Santa Monica 3:30 p.m. Burglary 1400 block of 4th 3:35 p.m. Grand theft 1000 block of 3rd 3:54 p.m. Petty theft 1200 block of 3rd 4:18 p.m. Traffic collision 1400 block of Ocean 4:31 p.m. Auto burglary 2200 block of 20th 4:35 p.m. Petty theft 900 block of Palisades Beach 4:38 p.m. Traffic collision 500 block of Wilshire 6:09 p.m. Grand theft auto 500 block of Santa Monica 7:29 p.m. Hit and run 1700 block of Lincoln 7:42 p.m. Petty theft 1200 block of 3rd 8:54 p.m. Trespassing 3000 block of Santa Monica 9:27 p.m. Attempted burglary 2300 block of Ashland 10:14 p.m. Trespassing 700 block of Broadway 10:17 p.m. Battery 1400 block of 12th 10:19 p.m. Traffic collision Neilson/ Hollister 10:22 p.m. Petty theft 1000 block of 2nd 11:06 p.m. Missing person 1800 block of 20th 11:09 p.m.
DAILY FIRE LOG
The Santa Monica Fire Department responded to 45 calls for service on June 22. HERE IS A SAMPLING OF THOSE CALLS CHOSEN BY THE SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS STAFF. Maya Furukawa, SMASH, Dancing with the Pretenders since 2007
JAZZ,TAP, BALLET, HIP HOP, MODERN, & MORE! Open Enrollment, Classes for ages 2-18
NEW ND BRA TION! A LOC
The Pretenders Studio www.thepretendersstudio.com "Dance For A Difference" here in Santa Monica
1438 9th Street, Unit B (alley entrance), Santa Monica •
310-394-1438
EMS 500 block of Olympic 8:20 a.m. EMS 300 block of 17th 9:29 a.m. EMS 100 block of Georgina 9:43 a.m. EMS 32nd/ Pico 10:00 a.m. Automatic alarm 1200 block of Ocean Park 10:21 a.m. Automatic alarm 1400 block of 12th 10:41 a.m. EMS 200 block of Santa Monica 11:25 a.m. EMS 1700 block of Main 11:58 a.m. EMS 2000 block of 14th 12:03 p.m. EMS 300 block of 14th 12:07 p.m. Elevator rescue 1100 block of Chelsea 1:17 p.m. EMS 1600 block of Ocean Front 1:28 p.m.
EMS 1300 block of Franklin 1:32 p.m. EMS 1400 block of Broadway 1:39 p.m. EMS 15th/ Montana 2:13 p.m. EMS 1300 block of 20th 2:51 p.m. EMS 300 block of Santa Monica 3:00 p.m. Elevator rescue 1200 block of 4th 3:07 p.m. EMS 1300 block of 2nd 3:08 p.m. Automatic alarm 800 block of Broadway 4:42 p.m. EMS 1400 block of 15th 5:07 p.m. EMS 1300 block of 17th 5:48 p.m. EMS 2000 block of Ocean 5:53 p.m. Hazardous material 3300 block of Pico 6:15 p.m. Automatic alarm 1000 block of 18th 7:19 p.m. EMS 1500 block of 4th 7:56 p.m. Automatic alarm 700 block of California 8:12 p.m. EMS Main/ Pico 8:48 p.m. EMS Neilson/ Hollister 10:23 p.m. EMS 2500 block of 4th 11:02 p.m.
Puzzles & Stuff FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
Visit us online at www.smdp.com
MYSTERY PHOTO
9
Matthew Hall matt@smdp.com
The first person who can correctly identify where this image was captured wins a prize from the Santa Monica Daily Press. Send answers to editor@smdp.com.
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS HERE!
Yes, in this very spot! Call for details
(310) 458-7737
Sudoku Fill in the blank cells using numbers 1 to 9. Each number can appear only once in each row, column, and 3x3 block. Use logic and process of elimination to solve the puzzle. The difficulty level ranges from (easiest) to (hardest).
GETTING STARTED There are many strategies to solving Sudoku. One way to begin is to examine each 3x3 grid and figure out which numbers are missing. Then, based on the other numbers in the row and column of each blank cell, find which of the missing numbers will work. Eliminating numbers will eventually lead you to the answer. SOLUTIONS TO YESTERDAY’S PUZZLE
King Features Syndicate
TODAY IN HISTORY
DAILY LOTTERY Draw Date: 6/22
Draw Date: 6/22
14 40 42 43 52 Power#: 17 Jackpot: 203M
12 18 21 26 27 Draw Date: 6/22
MIDDAY: Draw Date: 6/21
6 13 21 49 50 Mega#: 10 Jackpot: 363M Draw Date: 6/22
6 12 26 28 33 Mega#: 24 Jackpot: 11M
494
Draw Date: 6/22
EVENING: 2 2 1 Draw Date: 6/22
1st: 08 Gorgeous George 2nd: 01 Gold Rush 3rd: 07 Eureka RACE TIME: 1:45.98
Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the winning number information, mistakes can occur. In the event of any discrepancies, California State laws and California Lottery regulations will prevail. Complete game information and prize claiming instructions are available at California Lottery retailers. Visit the California State Lottery web site at http://www.calottery.com
WORD UP! rib-tickling 1. very amusing; funny or hilarious: a book of rib-tickling stories.
– Battle of Wilhelmsthal: The British-Hanoverian army of Ferdinand of Brunswick defeats French forces in Westphalia. – American Revolutionary War: The Great Siege of Gibraltar begins. – The first Republican constitution in France is adopted. – Napoleonic Wars: Napoleon’s Grande Armée crosses the Neman river beginning the invasion of Russia. – Battle of Beaver Dams: A British and Indian combined force defeats the United States Army.
1762
1779 1793 1812 1813
NEWS OF THE WEIRD – The Battle of Carabobo takes place. It is the decisive battle in the war of independence of Venezuela from Spain. – Battle of Solferino (Battle of the Three Sovereigns): Sardinia and France defeat Austria in Solferino, northern Italy. – Battle of Custoza: An Austrian army defeats the Italian army during the AustroPrussian War. – First performance of O Canada, the song that would become the national anthem of Canada, at the Congrès national des Canadiens-Français.
1821
1859
1866
1880
BY
CHUCK
■ Chinese media reported that (in 2012), at the Xiaogan Middle School in Hubei province, high school students studying for the all-important national college entrance exam worked through the evening while hooked up to intravenous drips of amino acids to fight fatigue. A director of the school’s Office of Academic Affairs reasoned that before the IVs were hung, weary students complained of losing too much time running back and forth to the school’s infirmary for energy injections. After the media reports, the public backlash was less against China’s placing so much importance on the exams and more complaining that the
SHEPARD
government was subsidizing the cost of those injections. ■ Thanks This Time to David Lawrence, R.Moore, and Dan Bohlen, and to the News of the Weird Senior Advisors (Jenny T. Beatty, Paul Di Filippo, Ginger Katz, Joe Littrell, Matt Mirapaul, Paul Music, Karl Olson, and Jim Sweeney) and Board of Editorial Advisors (Tom Barker, Paul Blumstein, Harry Farkas, Sam Gaines, Herb Jue, Emory Kimbrough, Scott Langill, Bob McCabe, Steve Miller, Christopher Nalty, Mark Neunder, Sandy Pearlman, Bob Pert, Larry Ellis Reed, Peter Smagorinsky, Rob Snyder, Stephen Taylor, Bruce Townley, and Jerry Whittle).
Comics & Stuff 10
FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
Visit us online at www.smdp.com
BE CLEAR ABOUT YOUR PLANS, GEM ARIES (March 21-April 19)
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★ Your instincts point you toward doing
★★★★ You might be far more distracted than
some networking and staying on top of various situations. You could act in a very different way from what you had planned. Deal with the unexpected as best as you can. A friend plays into your mood and decisions. Tonight: Surprise!
you realize. Use care around partners and loved ones. You will witness a flakiness that you are not used to. Know that this, too, will pass. Curb your reaction to someone else’s temper. Tonight: Have a long-overdue heart-to-heart.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★ Speak your mind, but be ready to chill out. Touch base with a family member early on, before your pace becomes too hectic to stop. Understand what is happening within your immediate circle. You might have to reorganize your day. Tonight: Play it loose and easy.
★★★ You might need to think through a decision involving family, a domestic matter and/or a personal situation. You aren’t likely to be in the mood for a heavy discussion, yet you can’t seem to avoid it. You can decide to be light and quiet about the situation. Tonight: At home.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★★ You are full of energy, and you are likely
★★★★ Finally clear out calls and any details
to outdo anyone who decides to challenge you. People often forget that you have a versatility that many of them could only wish for. Nevertheless, you will have to hop over a problem right now. Tonight: Be clear about your plans.
involving a pending action or project. Avoid a problem rather than dive right in. Sometimes, by walking away, you force others to resolve the issue. You might be much more content if you don’t get involved. Tonight: Head home early.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★ Consider your options carefully. One-
★★★★ Reach out to those who ask you for
on-one relating with someone who understands you, as well as the situation, can only help you. Still, you might want to do little and observe what comes down the path toward you. Tonight: Read between the lines with a dear friend.
advice, especially about their finances. You need to hear what others are experiencing. You might feel as if you need to do something about what you are hearing. Be aware of the complexity of the issue. Tonight: Hang out. Join a friend for TGIF.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★★ Let go of a need to feed your ego, and allow others to take center stage. They need to prove their worth among those who are present. A loved one might have a sudden reaction that could set you back. Do some serious thinking. Tonight: Be with a special person.
★★★★ Reach out to a friend who always has a response to some very different situations. Your sense of humor emerges in what could be a difficult moment. The unexpected seems to surround you right now. You will gain a different perspective soon. Tonight: Make it your treat.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★★ Continue to clear out as much as you
★★★★ You might opt to try a different way of
can, especially as you are on the edge of the weekend. You will want to be footloose and fancy free. Try not to absorb or take on someone else’s work at the last minute; you don’t need to do that. Tonight: Out on the town.
approaching and/or handling a personal matter. Note how others are handling their anger. As a result, you could decide to work on managing your temper. Let a loved one know what you are up to. Tonight: Make it an early night.
Friday, June 24, 2016
Speed Bump
By Dave Coverly
Strange Brew
Dogs of C-Kennel
Garfield
The Meaning of Lila
By John Deering
By Mick and Mason Mastroianni
By Jim Davis
By John Forgetta & L.A. Rose
JACQUELINE BIGAR’S STARS The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: ★★★★★Dynamic ★★ So-So ★★★★ Positive ★ Difficult ★★★ Average
This year you curb your temper by handling others in a way that is quite special and unique. You sometimes notice that others try to copy your style. Rather than becoming irritated, be flattered. If you are single, you draw many people toward you, but clearly not everyone can be your suitor. Be clear about your intentions. If you are attached, the two of you could have very different goals. Try not to make any judgments, and you will start to see the validity behind your sweetie’s thinking. PISCES can be more emotional than you. Be understanding.
seat.
protect your STAYJAX protect your MADE IN LOS ANGELES
use code “SMDP” for 10% off your purchase
www.stayjax.com
pup.
FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
Visit us online at www.smdp.com
11
YOUR AD COULD RUN TOMORROW!*
Classifieds 11.00 per day. Up to 15 words, 75 cents each additional word.
$
Call us today start and promoting your business opportunities to our daily readership of over 40,000.
Announcements
DBAS
***** CONVERSATION ***** USC Phi Beta Kappa, World Traveler, all continents. Wishes on all afternoons, except Tuesdays, conversation someone with a similar background. Please call afternoons, except Tuesdays, between 1-2:30pm. Fred Doucette 310-394-8008
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NUMBER: 2016125586 ORIGINAL FILING This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES on 05/19/2016 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as RECIRCLE, RECIRCLE HOME, RECIRCLE MATTER. 501 E BROADWAY , LONG BEACH, CA 90813. The full name of registrant(s) is/are: DARIAN PARSLEY 462 W 9TH ST LONG BEACH, CA 90813, CHRISTINE PARSLEY 462 W 9TH ST LONG BEACH, CA 90813. This Business is being conducted by: a Married Couple. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/:DARIAN PARSLEY. DARIAN PARSLEY, CHRISTINE PARSLEY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 05/19/2016. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 06/17/2016, 06/24/2016, 07/01/2016, 07/08/2016.
LOST DOG Yorkie mix, named Olivia, lost since 4/12. Last seen near 9th and California. 5 lbs. with Tan and Cream fur. Very recently spayed. Please contact (310) 663-0687 if you have any information or sightings. $3000 Reward!!
Help Wanted ESCROW ASSISTANT Microsoft Word, Excel, Solid phone etiquette and phone answering skills, Multitasking capabilities, Strong organizational skills, Excellent writing/ editing. send resume and salary expectations to: amse88@outlook.com VISUAL EFFETCTS VFX Artist (Santa Monica CA): Master’s in Comp Grphc Dsgn, Comp Eng or rltd field + 1 yr exp as VFX or Comp Grphc Artist or rltd. Exp must incl dynamics simulations: fluid dynamics, rigid body dynamics, finite element method, point-based & soft-body. Mail resume: Deluxe Media Creative Services, attn K Stradwick, 2400 W Empire Blvd Burbank CA 91504. Principals only. No Calls. EOE. YARD PERSON NEEDED: F/T, including Sat. Will train. Outside job, lifting req’d. Apply in person: Bourget Bros. 1636 11th St. Santa Monica, CA (310) 450-6556
Massage BLISSFUL RELAXATION! Experience Tranquility & Freedom from Stress through Nurturing & Caring touch in a total healing environment. Lynda, LMT: 310-749-0621
DBAS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NUMBER: 2016127302 ORIGINAL FILING This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES on 05/20/2016 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Rose Clothes. 18350 Hatteras St. Apt. 201 , Tarzana, Ca., 91356. The full name of registrant(s) is/are: Shauna Rose Davis 18350 Hatteras St. Apt. 201 Tarzana, Ca., 91356. This Business is being conducted by: an Individual. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/:Shauna Rose Davis, Owner. Shauna Rose Davis . This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 05/20/2016. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 06/17/2016, 06/24/2016, 07/01/2016, 07/08/2016.
Some restrictions may apply.
(310) 458-7737
*Please call our Classified Sales Manager to reserve your ad space. Specific ad placement not guaranteed on classified ads. Ad must meet deadline requirements. See complete conditions below.
CLASSIFICATIONS Announcements Creative Employment For Sale
Furniture Pets Boats Jewelry Wanted Travel
Vacation Rentals Apartments/Condos Rent Houses for Rent Roommates Commercial Lease
Real Estate Real Estate Loans Storage Space Vehicles for Sale Massage Services
Computer Services Attorney Services Business Opportunities Yard Sales Health and Beauty Fitness
Wealth and Success Lost and Found Personals Psychic Obituaries Tutoring
All classified liner ads are placed on our website for FREE! Check out www.smdp.com for more info.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NUMBER: 2016130301 ORIGINAL FILING This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES on 05/24/2016 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as LA’NIQUE. 7210 JORDAN AVE. #C90 , CANOGA PARK, CA 91308. The full name of registrant(s) is/are: MIA ROBERTS 7210 JORDAN AVE. #C90 CANOGA PARK, CA 91308. This Business is being conducted by: an Individual. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/:MIA ROBERTS. MIA ROBERTS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 05/24/2016. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 06/24/2016, 07/01/2016, 07/08/2016, 07/15/2016. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NUMBER: 2016133136 ORIGINAL FILING This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES on 05/26/2016 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as WEALTH IS NEXT ENTERTAINMENT, W.I.N ENTERTAINMENT. 354 E 61 STREET , LOS ANGELES, CA 90003. The full name of registrant(s) is/are: DARRIUS DAQUAN TAYLOR 354 E 61 STREET LOS ANGELES, CA 90003. This Business is being conducted by: an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)05/01/2016. /s/: DARRIUS DAQUAN TAYLOR. DARRIUS DAQUAN TAYLOR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 05/26/2016. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 06/24/2016, 07/01/2016, 07/08/2016, 07/15/2016.
YOUR AD COULD RUN HERE! CALL US TODAY AT
(310) 458-7737 $11.00 A DAY LINER ADS! For the first 15 words. CALL TODAY (310) 458-7737
CALL TODAY FOR SPECIAL MONTHLY RATES! There is no more convincing medium than a DAILY local newspaper. PREPAY YOUR AD TODAY!
Prepay your ad today!
(310) 458-7737
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CONDITIONS: REGULAR RATE: $11.00 a day. Ads over 15 words add 75¢ per word per day. Ad must run a minimum of twelve consecutive days. PREMIUMS: First two words caps no charge. Bold words, italics, centered lines, etc. cost extra. Please call for rates. TYPOS: Check your ad the first day of publication. Sorry, we do not issue credit after an ad has run more than once. DEADLINES: 2:30 p.m. prior the day of publication except for Monday’s paper when the deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m. PAYMENT: All private party ads must be pre-paid. We accept checks, credit cards, and of course cash. CORRESPONDENCE: To place your ad call our offices 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, (310) 458-7737; send a check or money order with ad copy to The Santa Monica Daily Press, P.O. Box 1380, Santa Monica, CA 90406. OTHER RATES: For information about the professional services directory or classified display ads, please call our office at (310) 458-7737.
HOURS MONDAY - FRIDAY 9:00am - 5:00pm
LOCATION 1640 5th Street, Suite 218, Santa Monica, CA 90401
12
FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016
ADVERTISEMENT
Thee Mercedes-Benz Summerr Event.
W.I. SIMONSON A Mercedes-Benz Dealer
For a limited time, get exceptional offers on the Mercedes-Benz you’ve always wanted. Offers end June 30.
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ
CLA250 Coupe
$
329
Per Mo PlusTax 36 Month Lease $3623 total due at signing
Available only to qualified customers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services at participating dealers through June 30, 2016. Not everyone will qualify. Advertised 36 months lease payment based on MSRP of $35,375 less the suggested dealer contribution resulting in a total gross capitalized cost of $33,376. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect your actual lease payment. Includes Destination Charge and Premium 1 Package. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $10,764. Cash due at signing includes $2,549 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee and first month’s lease payment of $329. No security deposit required. Total payments equal $14,108. At lease end, lessee pays for any amounts due under the lease, any official fees and taxes related to the scheduled termination, excess wear and use plus $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles, and $595 vehicle turn-in fee. Purchase option at lease end for $22,286 plus taxes (and any other fees and charges due under the applicable lease agreement) in example shown. Subject to credit approval. Specific vehicles are subject to availability and may have to be ordered. See participating dealer for details. Please always wear your seat belt, drive safely and obey speed limits.
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ
C300 Sedan
$
379
Per Mo PlusTax 36 Month Lease $4533 total due at signing
Available only to qualified customers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services at participating dealers through June 30, 2016. Not everyone will qualify. Advertised 36 months lease payment based on MSRP of $41,125 less the suggested dealer contribution resulting in a total gross capitalized cost of $39,516. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect your actual lease payment. Includes Destination Charge, Premium 1 Package and Blind Spot Assist. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $13,644. Cash due at signing includes $3,359 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee and first month’s lease payment of $379. No security deposit required. Total payments equal $17,798. At lease end, lessee pays for any amounts due under the lease, any official fees and taxes related to the scheduled termination, excess wear and use plus $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles, and $595 vehicle turn-in fee. Purchase option at lease end for $25,909 plus taxes (and any other fees and charges due under the applicable lease agreement) in example shown. Subject to credit approval. Specific vehicles are subject to availability and may have to be ordered. See participating dealer for details. Please always wear your seat belt, drive safely and obey speed limits.
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ
GLC300 SUV
$
449
Per Mo PlusTax 36 Month Lease $4643 total due at signing
Available only to qualified customers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services at participating dealers through June 30, 2016. Not everyone will qualify. Advertised 36 months lease payment based on MSRP of $41,725 less the suggested dealer contribution resulting in a total gross capitalized cost of $41,235. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect your actual lease payment. Includes Destination Charge, Premium 1 Package, Blind Spot Assist and Heated Front Seats. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $16,164. Cash due at signing includes $3,399 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee and first month’s lease payment of $449. No security deposit required. Total payments equal $20,358. At lease end, lessee pays for any amounts due under the lease, any official fees and taxes related to the scheduled termination, excess wear and use plus $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles, and $595 vehicle turn-in fee. Purchase option at lease end for $25,452 plus taxes (and any other fees and charges due under the applicable lease agreement) in example shown. Subject to credit approval. Specific vehicles are subject to availability and may have to be ordered. See participating dealer for details. Please always wear your seat belt, drive safely and obey speed limits.
Exclusivee Summerr Eventt Pre-Owned d Specials 2008 Dodge
a2002 Honda
2002 Jaguar
Caliber SE...........................$3,994 Accord EX............................$5,981 S-TYPE.........................................$5,981 FM/CD, Tilt, Auto, Folding Rear Seats T8D501906
Pwr Drv Seat, Leather, Moonroof, Tilt, AC T2A167094
Dual Fr AC, Moonroof, Low Miles, Pwr Seats T2GM26824
2003 Honda
2012 Mazda
2006 Nissan
CR-V EX....................................$7,981 Mazda3................................$8,991 350Z........................................$9,991 Low Miles, Moonroof, Keyless, FM/Cass, Tilt T3C020522
AC, CD/MP3, Tele Str Whl, 33MPG Hwy TC1585844
PS/PW, 6 Spd Manual, Htd Mirrors, Alloy Wheels T6M302713
2007 Honda
2012 Chevy
2007 Infiniti
Accord LX SE.................$10,482 Malibu LT........................$10,972 M35......................................$11,481 LOW MILES, KEYLESS, PS/PW, AC, 34 MPG Hwy T7A201279
Low Miles, PW/PS, Keyless, MP3, Pwr Drv Seat TCF276596
Moonroof, Pwr Seats, Leather, Wood Dash S7M311949
WISIMONSON.net 17th and Wilshire Boulevard • Santa Monica • 800.784.7160 All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document preparation charges and any emission testing charge. Ad expires 06/27/16 close of business.