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April 2022

Fine living in the greater Pasadena area

Females FEARLESS

LOCAL RUNNING CLUB EMPOWERS WOMEN THROUGH MOVEMENT

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VOLUME 17 | NUMBER 04 | APRIL 2022

06 Fearless Females

Local running club empowers women through movement —By Jordan Houston

08 The Fun and Practical

Movie matinees highlight April events at senior center —By Arroyo Staff

12 Roadmapping the Future

White House is catching up to senior center —By Akila Gibbs

14 Revelations Are Revolutionary

Archetype Yoga brings Katonah Yoga to Pasadena —By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

16 Radiant Life

Essential oils, changing behaviors key to Lather —By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

18 Summer Camps

Bonding activities approaching as weather warms —By Jordan Rogers

24 Sustainable Spaces

Home and garden design sees earth-friendly trends —By Kamala Kirk

30 Charming ‘City of Trees’

2022 Pasadena Showcase House of Design returns to South Pasadena for the first time in over 40 years —By Luke Netzley

30 Fulfilling a Family Legacy

Tay Ho brings authentic Vietnamese cuisine to San Gabriel —By Kamala Kirk

34 Architectural Marvels

Altadena Home & Garden Tour returns for 2022 —By Luke Netzley

36 ‘Family, Culture and Community’

Rose Bowl Stadium to host fun-filled events this spring —By Arroyo Monthly Staff

38 On the Road

Travellers Autobarn camper van rentals offer budget-friendly getaways with unlimited mileage —By Haley Beyer

39 Vroman’s Live

Bookstore boasts stellar lineup for April —By Arroyo Staff

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Fearless

Females Local running club empowers women through movement By Jordan Houston

waiver prior to joining outlining their intentions and medical status, as well as any prior exercise history. Weekly locations are posted online at the Los Angeles branch’s website ahead of the Tuesday gatherings. The 261 Fearless Foundation’s larger mission is to promote “active” and “healthy” lifestyle choices among women of all backgrounds, according to the global network’s website. The foundation provides an educational and “welcoming, safe space for women to learn, move and have fun.” It preaches a “nonjudgmental, noncompetitive and nonperformance-based” atmosphere. “This was set up because women feel intimidated in many countries in the world, and these women can’t run out in the open,” Winiecki says. “So it is our slogan to be fearless and free — and we are trying to make everybody feel that.” The 261 Fearless Foundation is always in the market for potential women coaches or for those interested in establishing their own local clubs, Winiecki says. The certified coach launched the Los Angeles Club to target an older demographic due to a high demand for coaching in that area. “We started with seniors because it is such an underserved population,” Winiecki says. “When I became a level II coach, I found out that coaching is a career that is highly in demand. There are very few coaches out there and a niche group under that is for seniors — nobody else will do it.” Regardless of age, movement is beneficial for women — and men — of all abilities, she says. Winiecki says the benefits of remaining active are bountiful in the physical and mental realms of

The 261 Fearless Club Los Angeles meets throughout Pasadena for free, one-hour activity programs, such as jogging or running.

well-being. Preventing strokes is a major plus, she says. “There’s a lot of research (about running) helping women prevent strokes and regulating your heart and lowering your heart rate,” the coach says, dubbing strokes as “silent killers.” “Besides the confidence and the independence, it actually has physical health (benefits), mainly for the heart and the brain. Also, the circulatory system, lungs, even your weight regulates easier without really trying to and sleep becomes better.” Winiecki, who spent over 20 years as a librarian at the LA County Library, earned her 261 Fearless Inc. coaching certification in 2018. She was 67 at the time. Two years later, she received Road Runners Club of America certifications as levels I and II adult coach, youth coach and race director. The marathoner also balances her time working as a commissioner on the Paramount Senior Services Commission. Her passion for working with seniors, she says, stems from her upbringing. “I think I’ve loved seniors all

of my life because I was raised by my grandparents pretty much,” Winiecki says. “I just love seniors and the ones in my group. I’ve seen some of them pass up their canes, and it is just heart-warming pleasure. It feels like a calling, and I can’t stop.” Although 261 Fearless is noncompetitive, Winiecki supported her gals during the 2021 Rose Bowl Turkey Trot, in which at least one member finished in the top of her age group. The coach now has plans to enter the club in the Pasadena Senior Games State Championships this summer. The games, returning after a two-year hiatus, will feature 15 sports open to adults 50 and older in the Pasadena area in June and July. Gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded in five-year age categories for each event. “Even though we’re not competitive, there are some of those who want to (compete), and at that point they can join whichever race they want to and they go,” she says. She adds that she encourages the women to set their own paces at competitions. “We want all women to be their best.”

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local nonprofit is promoting connectivity and female empowerment through running. The 261 Fearless Club Los Angeles, part of the larger global network 261 Fearless Inc., is a weekly running club that meets throughout Pasadena for free, one-hour activity programs, such as jogging or walking. Every Tuesday, certified coach and 261 Fearless Club Los Angeles Director Patricia Winiecki guides the group from 2 to 3 p.m. at various locations, including the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center, 360 N. Arroyo Boulevard; the Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly Street; local parks and the Arroyo Seco Trail. The club, which launched in 2020 at the Pasadena Senior Center, encourages senior women to tap into active lifestyles. It recently expanded to incorporate women of all abilities ages 18 and older. “We are a social group. We support women, and our basic thrust is to empower women — to teach them leadership skills and to get them out of the house to make them feel better about themselves,” says Winiecki, a Road Runners Club of America level II certified coach. The runners will exercise anywhere between 1.5 miles to a 5K in roughly one hour, Winiecki explains. The coach highlights the notion of “social running,” rather than for speed or distance, however. “We do not emphasize distance, speed or anything like that,” says Winiecki, who ran the Boston Marathon in 2018. “If someone does want to learn speed or distance, I am there for them, but, basically, we all get together and just love on each other.” New members must sign a 6 | ARROYO | 04.22

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SENIOR LIFESTYLES

The Fun and

Practical Movie matinees highlight April events at senior center By Arroyo Staff

uring the COVID-19 pandemic, the Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly Street, offers many free online activities via Zoom and some on-site activities for adults 50 and older. Registration for Zoom activities and on-site events is required by visiting pasadenaseniorcenter.org and clicking on “activities and events,” “lectures and classes” or “resources.” Everyone who registers for Zoom events receives an email link for joining each activity online. Anyone who does not have Wi-Fi or an email address can call 626-795-4331 to receive a phone number to call and listen to live Zoom events. COVID-19 protocols are observed for all on-site events at the center. Neither Pasadena Senior Center membership nor residency in Pasadena are required for these events. Some events have other contact information. To register, call 626-795-4331 or visit pasadenaseniorcenter.org. Monthly Food Distribution Program 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 1 | Pasadena Senior Center parking lot Low-income adults 60 and older receive one free box of food, and couples receive two. Each box includes foods that meet specific nutritional needs, such as cheese, canned fruits and vegetables, dry milk and related dairy products, and cereals and other grain products. Proof of income and California ID are required for first-time recipients. Boxes are heavy, so bring a pull-behind personal cart to the parking lot between the Pasadena Senior Center and the Metro Gold Line station. Opening boxes on the premises is prohibited. Masks and social distancing are required. Info: 626-685-6732. Movie Matinees 1 p.m. Fridays in April | Pasadena Senior Center Each member may bring one nonmember guest. The lineup includes: April 1: “The Fighting Seabees” (1944, NR), starring John Wayne and Susan Hayward. During World War II, the U.S. Navy implements a new idea of forming construction battalions (CBs) that also are fighting units in case of Japanese attack. The film is loosely based on true events. April 8: “The Last King of Scotland” (2006, R), starring Forest Whitaker and James McAvoy. The story of the brutal Ugandan dictator Idi Amin’s regime is recounted through the eyes of his personal physician. The film is based on true events. April 16: “Harvey” (1950, NR), starring James Stewart and Peggy Dow. Due to his insistence that his best friend is an invisible 6-foot-tall rabbit, a whimsical middle-aged man is thought by his family to be insane — but he may be wiser than anyone else. April 22: “Ford v Ferrari” (2019, PG-13), starring Matt Damon and Christian Bale. To defeat Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966, American car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles battle corporate interference and the laws of physics to build a revolutionary race car for Ford. The film is based on true events.

April 29: “Sister Act” (1992, PG), starring Whoopi Goldberg and Maggie Smith. When a Reno lounge singer is forced to take refuge from the mob at a convent in San Francisco, she ends up turning the convent choir into a soulful chorus complete with a Motown repertoire until the sudden notoriety of the choir jeopardizes her identity. Registration required. Sample Classes for Spring 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday, April 4, and Tuesday, April 5 Pasadena Senior Center and partially on Zoom The public is invited to meet instructors and sit in on free mini-versions of 15 of the 30 fee-based spring courses that will be offered. Each sample class lasts 30 minutes; regular classes begin April 11. Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays April 6 to April 27 Pasadena Senior Center Diabetics are invited to share their experiences with others living with it and learn how to cope with this difficult illness. The DEEP support group is a vital part of many people’s diabetes management and can have a significant, positive impact on their lives. Presented by Kathy Eastwood, a Huntington Hospital community outreach nurse. Registration required. Fall Prevention 10 a.m. Thursday, April 7 | Zoom As people get older, physical changes, medical conditions and medications can make falls more likely. Learn strategies for preventing falls during this talk with Kathy Eastwood, a Huntington Hospital community outreach nurse. Registration required. Cultural Thursday: Inside the Los Angeles Public Library Photo Collection 2 p.m. Thursday, April 7 | Zoom The Los Angeles Public Library has an enormous collection of images from the 1850s to the present. It is a treasure trove of images and history that documents all aspects of life in Southern California with an emphasis on LA. Christina Rice, senior librarian for the photo collection, will introduce participants to the archive and share tips for searching the more than 135,000-image collection online. Registration required. Chair Yoga 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 12 | Zoom Improve balance, strength, flexibility and well-being while sitting in a chair or standing while using a chair for support during this gentle and meditative class continued on page 10

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Options for Financial Security 10 a.m. Thursday, April 14 | Zoom Learn how life settlements work and who can qualify, how to make the most of a reverse mortgage, and about the value and valuation process of jewelry and other luxury goods. Presented by Foundation for Senior Services. Registration required. Music on the Patio: Bob, Don and David 2 p.m. Thursday, April 14 | Pasadena Senior Center Join pianist Bob Lipson, singer Don Snyder and bassist David Young for another afternoon of music on the spacious patio featuring showtunes and standards. Registration required. Produce Distribution 9 to 11 a.m. Friday, April 15 | Pasadena Senior Center Bags of nutritious fresh vegetables will be distributed on the patio courtesy of the Order of Malta Mobile Ministries. One bag per person will be available. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required. Registration is not required. Health Fair 9 to 11 a.m. Friday, April 15 | Pasadena Senior Center Get free blood pressure and glucose testing, hearing tests, updates in Medicare health plans, and community resources. Registration required. Guided Tour of Pasadena Senior Center 10 a.m. Thursday, April 21 | Pasadena Senior Center Take a guided tour with a Pasadena Senior Center ambassador and learn how PSC can enhance your life. Visit various areas of the center, peek in on activities and learn everything else about this first accredited senior center in California. Tours are conducted the third Thursday of every month.

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Have a Healthy Heart 10 a.m. Thursday, April 21 | Zoom Learn at least five habits to keep the heart healthy. Presented by Huntington Hospital. Registration required. Cultural Thursday: Celebrate the Pasadena Senior Games 2 p.m. Thursday, April 21 | Zoom Join Annie Laskey, director of events at PSC and manager of the games, in discussion with special guests who will speak about their experiences in past games. After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, this three-decade tradition will return in June and July with competitive athletic events for men and women 50 and older in 15 different sports, including disc golf, pickleball, swimming, and track and field. Registration required. MUSE/IQUE Offstage Education Workshop 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 27 | Zoom Take a deeper look at MUSE/IQUE’s 2022 season, “L.A. Composed: A Festival of Los Angeles Music.” Featured guest artists will be in conversation with Heather Lipson Bell, MUSE/IQUE’s director of education, community engagement and digital media. Registration required. Healthy Eating Can Be Easy and Fun 10 a.m. Thursday, April 28 | Zoom Learn how simple it can be to cook healthy whole foods, plan balanced meals, grow a patio vegetable without dirt, easy solutions for optimal health and the importance of fiber and protein. Presented by Foundation for Senior Services. Registration required. Cultural Thursday: Pam Kay and the Tap Chicks Spring Show 2 p.m. Thursday, April 28 | Pasadena Senior Center Pam Kay and the Tap Chicks will present a festive show full of music, dance and laughter. Registration required.

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Roadmapping

the Future

White House is catching up to senior center By Akila Gibbs

Akila Gibbs is the executive director of the Pasadena Senior Center.

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uring President Joe Biden’s recent State of the Union address, he pointed to great progress against the COVID-19 pandemic. He explained how America’s response to COVID-19 since the pandemic began has been mostly to remain in constant emergency mode. His new plan, he announced, is a roadmap to help fight COVID-19 in the future as we move from crisis mode to a more measured plan for prevention and treatment of, and protection against, the potentially deadly virus that has claimed more than 800,000 American lives. In other words, a new normal. The Pasadena Senior Center is glad to see the Biden administration making the transition from jumping from never-ending crisis mode to putting new knowledge about COVID-19 to work in a more methodical way. PSC staff and volunteers have been working in a reasoned, methodical mode since COVID-19 began. Before COVID-19, PSC offered dozens of activities on-site every month. Once the pandemic reached the Los Angeles area, PSC sprang into action, learned about Zoom and began offering most of these same activities virtually. The center is an independent, donor-supported nonprofit. For more than 60 years the Pasadena Senior Center has answered the call to meet challenges head on. Many of our members and other older adults had never experienced live video communications. After we helped them understand how simple Zoom is to use, most learned to adapt to it, and once they did, they were hooked. In the past two years, they have been able to stay connected to PSC and their regular activity mates, make new friends, and transition comfortably from boomers to zoomers. And now, we are just beginning to bring back some on-site activities. In other words, returning to the traditional normal. Of course, the latest COVID-19 protocols are observed. Our new normal, however, continues in many ways, with plenty of activities still offered via Zoom. From classes and lectures to arts and culture activities and more, our new normal continues to thrive in alternative ways that do not require a trip to PSC. Many have expressed a desire for this technology-based delivery of programs to continue even if the pandemic ever comes to an end. During this time of occasional — and sometimes long-term — isolation of older adults at home, it is critical for them to stay as actively engaged as possible to avoid or reduce depression, loneliness and boredom. This especially is relevant because adults 65 and older are most vulnerable to the virus. The Pasadena Senior Center’s Zoom offerings, which can be done at home with the power of technology, rise to this challenge and provide live, online activities that nurture the body, mind and spirit. For example, there are classes that feature exercise, art and other activities; music education workshops; arts and culture events; social hours; holiday celebrations; and even cosmic cocktail hours when people can sit back and relax with their favorite beverages while learning something new each month about the universe beyond our own Milky Way. To anyone whose older loved ones are isolated due to COVID-19 and feeling helpless and depressed, please reach out to them and tell them what the Pasadena Senior Center has to offer. Residency in Pasadena is not required to participate, and most activities are open to members as well as nonmembers of PSC. In the meantime, the Pasadena Senior Center will continue to deliver services as we have done for two years now in our new normal. For a full list of current classes, events and activities via Zoom or on-site at PSC, please visit pasadenaseniorcenter.org or call 626-795-4331.

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Archetype Yoga brings Katonah Yoga to Pasadena

Teachers at Archetype Yoga read bodies and get to the root cause of where an injury is coming from.

Archetype Yoga hosts daily yoga classes, monthly workshops and trainings.

All Katonah Yoga teachers receive an additional 200-hour yoga certification.

ancer, footwear designer and yoga practitioner. Sara Blumenkranz has had a lifelong connection with movement and feet. She spent a decade designing shoes for wellknown companies and traveling the world. At the time Blumenkranz was living in New York City, she developed chronic plantar fasciitis, which significantly hampered her mobility. As a former dancer, she knew intrinsically that the relationship between mind and body needed repair. Blumenkranz’s journey into yoga is one motivated by pain. She looked to yoga as a remedy to help her foot condition. Everything changed after she experienced a foot reading by Katonah Yoga practitioner Abbie Galvin of The Studio in New York. Katonah Yoga is a hatha yoga practice developed by Nevine Michaan over 40 years ago. She was so intrigued that she immersed herself in the study. “In New York City there are only a few studios that offer this type of practice. Katonah Yoga is not your typical yoga class. It’s more of a workshop style where students learn to investigate ‘the why’ behind the pose,” she says. Over the pandemic, Blumenkranz returned to her native California, brought with her the skills she honed from New York and founded Pasadena’s newest studio, Archetype Yoga. “I wanted to turn my relationship with movement into a viable source of income — rather than being at a computer. In the last few years, my time shifted between designing shoes to teaching yoga, and having left my communities back in New York, it seemed like a natural progression to open a studio,” she adds. “At Archetype Yoga, we focus on the awareness of moving into a pose that combines greater stability, competency and imagination. We like to say we’re like a yoga hospital.” She and her teachers read bodies and get to the root cause of where an injury is coming from. “We give our students the tools to develop a formal practice by learning how to measure their poses, find a 90-degree angle, orient themselves on a grid and use their imagination to map out a pose, then we use repetition to refine them,” she says. Students of all ages and stages are welcome at Archetype Yoga. “Our instructors have a trained eye and can ease students into a pose with the use of lots of

props, like chairs, straps, blocks and blankets. Then, we use powerful adjustments to give students a pathway to experience a pose that might otherwise be limiting.” Yoga sometimes carries a perceived notion that some poses are too difficult or you have to be flexible to practice. “I was a dancer most of my life,” she says. “But even still, some poses seemed impossible, that is until I learned how to measure up in a Katonah Yoga class. “At the core of our work is body and foot reading,” she says. “Most students experience a fundamental shift in their bodies, and this becomes the inciting catalyst for change. “Private sessions would be a really great option for a more mature adult,” she says. “They are the best way to understand how your posture changes over time and reveals how you inhabit your body. They are informative for all and are particularly well suited for individuals experiencing pain.” Blumenkranz compares her teachers to Jedi masters. All Katonah Yoga teachers receive an additional 200-hour yoga certification. They are trained in adjustments, body reading, face reading, pranayama, the five elements, and body mapping known as the ‘magic square,’ just to name a few. These training sessions produce laser-focused instructors able to use their detailed eyes to understand their students’ practice. They are armed with an arsenal of unique body-altering poses and adjustments that take students to a new place. They leave their mark by enhancing a students’ capacity for breath and achieving a level of alchemy that is euphoric. Thus, our teachers leave a lasting impression by the potency of their work. At Archetype Yoga, Blumenkranz and her teachers host daily yoga classes, monthly workshops and trainings. The studio serves as a place of study for students to learn technique, measure up on the mat, have fun and hang out. “We want to make it easy to practice,” she says. “We offer snacks, coffee, tea, water, a charging station, complimentary yoga mats and all the props needed for practice. Upon arrival, no matter how their day has been or how busy they are, our studio is a refuge of calm and ease. You just have to show up.”

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H E A LT H A N D B E AU T Y

Radiant

Life

Essential oils, changing behaviors key to Lather

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

s a preteen, Emilie Hoyt suffered from migraines. The extreme headaches kept her from everyday activities. “Time stands still, and you’re trapped somewhere awful,” Hoyt says. “You’re in that other realm. You’re in so much pain. They’re debilitating. I can’t see. My left side of my body I can’t move. It just gets stuck in this place until it passes. “As I was growing up, I discovered they were triggered in part by synthetic fragrances and perfumes. “Eliminating those ingredients from my world, I learned how prevalent they were in so many products. That’s not just a bottle of perfume but so many products we interact with every day.” The Colorado native was forced to toss her hair products, makeup, suntan lotion — everything she relied on as a 13- or 14-year-old. She constantly read labels, trying to find products she could use. “In doing so, I was trying to find products that I could be excited about using without any added perfume or synthetic fragrances. That was

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next to impossible. “Whether it was a high-priced item that was being marketed as very special or one that was found on the shelf at a drug store, I couldn’t use it.” Twenty years ago, Hoyt took matters into her own hands and founded Pasadena-based Lather, a brand that eschews synthetic fragrances in face, body, hair and wellness products. Instead, she uses essential oils. “I graduated college and I worked in public relations for the nonprofit sector,” she says. “I learned about crafting messages and educating people. We were really focused on changing behaviors.” For some time, she worked on Lather’s products while she was working her day job. “I was really searching out and finding some lovely independent small-batch-type companies that were making really lovely products,” she says. “They were really simple products like soaps, candles, etc. When I decided that I really wanted to do this, I reached out to those companies. I talked to the owners or the makers.” A soap-maker schooled her, and that led to Hoyt’s first product, an olive oil soap. “It’s still in the Lather line, and it’s featured prominently,” she says. “It’s such an experiential product. It has beautiful essential oils and lovely bases. It can make such a difference in day-to-day life, even though it’s just a bar of soap. “It’s a product that’s dear to the Lather brand.” The $9 soaps come in varieties like lavender lime, rose tangerine lavender, lemongrass, honey almond, orange peel, vanilla bean and shea, oatmeal lavender, patchouli olive, clove, rosemary and peppermint, and eucalyptus and clay. Candles and bath salts came next. “It wasn’t until I had a lot more knowledge and experience that I started a lot of the products that the brand’s known for today,” Hoyt says. Now she has stores in Pasadena; Long Beach; Fairfax, Virginia; Phoenix; Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport; and Honolulu. “We’ve been part of Pasadena for the last 22 years,” she says. “We’re a woman-owned independent business. We always felt very loved and supported by the community. “We have retail stores, but we do have an amazing website and we reach people all over. Pasadena is our hometown, where our office is and where our fulfillment center is.” Hoyt is looking forward to getting through the COVID-19 variants and seeing customers return to her retail shops. Lather has become known for its Pamper Parties, private events held in the stores for guests to sample the company’s most popular products, enjoy mini treatments, and learn about the benefits of natural aromatherapy skin care. Hoyt says they’re ideal for birthdays, bridal or baby showers, club meetings, girls’ nights out or office parties. Similarly, there is Lather Lends a Hand, during which time attendees shop for a cause. They have the same features, but guests can make purchases to generate donation funds for an organization. The charity of choice receives a check for 20% of the proceeds from the group’s sales. “In Pasadena, we’ve had so much success and interest in (Lather Lends a Hand),” she says. “Unfortunately, through COVID, we’ve had to wind that back, although we have done virtual parties. We’re excited about connecting with our community again. I think I speak for everyone that it’s going to be great when we’re past all of this.”

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With the uncertainty and turbulation of our world over the past few years, there’s never been a better time to get your aﬀairs in order and ensure a stress free and financially secure life for yourself. If you’re a property owner who is at least 62 years old, you can do just that by obtaining a Reverse Mortgage. Prominent Financial group is here to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about Reverse Mortgages to help you assess how you could benefit from this program. What is a Reverse Mortgage?

There is currently 10 trillion dollars of un-tapped equity in the United States Housing Market due to the recent increase in home prices. This means that you could be sitting on hundreds of thousands of dollars yourself and not even know it. A reverse mortgage is opposite of a traditional mortgage loan and is one where the bank will make

payments to you as a lump sum or monthly installments against your accumulated equity. You can get a reverse mortgage, even if you still have an existing mortgage as long as you are within certain qualifications. How long does a Reverse Mortgage last and who is responsible for paying it back?

Unlike traditional mortgages, reverse mortgages do not have any time limits as long as the borrower maintains their home, pays taxes, homeowners insurance, and lives in the property. Reverse Mortgages last for the duration of the borrower’s life or until they decide to sell the property - which means you don’t ever have to pay anything back as long as you’re living in your home. Heirs have the option to keep the property and refinance the loan to their name or sell it. If they decide to sell, proceeds from the home’s sale are used to pay oﬀ

the loan balance and the remainder of the equity goes to the estate and/ or the borrower’s heirs. Are there any restrictions on how the Reverse Mortgage proceeds may be used?

Absolutely not! Many borrowers use those funds to pay oﬀ other debt, have cash on hand, maintain their existing quality of life, travel, invest in a hobby and help their kids. In addition, one of the biggest perks is that the IRS does not consider a reverse mortgage cash flow as income, so these funds are not taxed. What happens if I outlive my life expectancy or if the loan balance exceeds my home’s value?

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do not sell it. What advise do you have for someone considering a Reverse Mortgage?

In the past, there’s been some stigma around reverse mortgages because there were bad players who abused the program. Because of this, increased compliance regulations and certain policies have been implemented, which eliminate those poor lending practices. It’s also important to go to a trusted mortgage professional who will guide you to make the best choices for your specific needs. At Prominent Financial Group, we take utmost pride to ensure that every person’s scenario is analyzed holistically, and that our clients’ decisions will add value to their life. We are passionate about educating our clients with full transparency and ethics, which makes both us and the borrowers fully confident in their financial endeavors.

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Summer

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Bonding activities approaching as weather warms By Jordan Rogers

t’s that time again. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and summer is around the corner. After two years of social distancing, COVID-19 restrictions are continuing to ease. It’s not too early to narrow down which summer camps are right for your children — and guaranteed to get them excited again about the joys of friendly camp bonding. Summer camps have a plethora of benefits for kids of all ages. They provide opportunities to build self-esteem, make new friends, gain independence and try new activities. Whether it’s a program that encourages kids to unplug and enjoy the outdoors or tackle athletic activities like horseback riding, the decisionmaking process can sometimes be intimidating. Arroyo Magazine has compiled a list of area camps guaranteed to pack in the fun, education and lifelasting memories. Camp Adventurewood 600 Stoney Drive, South Pasadena

626-922-0945 campadventurewood.com Camp Adventurewood is comprised of 100% “open air” activities. Boys and girls ages 4-13 are welcome to participate in the camp, which offers activities such as archery, canoeing, horse-drawn wagon rides and treasure hunts, among others. Parents have the option to enroll their children in a six-week program under a daily format, a Monday/Wednesday/Friday format, or a Tuesday/Thursday format. The camp offers a 6:1 camper-to-counselor ratio to exercise the option of offering a larger variety of activities with more individual supervision. Camp Beyond the Classroom 304 Pasadena Avenue, South Pasadena 626-394-8954 beyondtheclassromsp.com Camp Beyond the Classroom is a weekly camp for children entering kindergarten through sixth grade that offers fun and creative outdoor activities such as water games and

scavenger hunts. The camp has a different theme, special guest and field trip over the course of nine weeks beginning at the start of July and finishing up at the beginning of August. Some themes are Camp Safari, Culinary School and Spy Camp. Depending on the week, children will take field trips to the Los Angeles Zoo, the Aquarium of the Pacific and Knotts Berry Farm. Camp Kids Klub 1515 S. Garfield Avenue, Pasadena 626-441-2688 | campkidsklub.com Camp Kids Klub is all about friendships. The summer camp holds team-building exercises every Monday morning to get campers familiar with one another, thus creating friendships at a rapid rate. Camp Kids Klub offers three unique age groups: the “Pioneers,” which is entering kindergarden through second grade, the “Mountaineers,” which is entering third grade through fifth grade, and the “Teens on the Move,” which is entering sixth grade through ninth grade. Each

camp is planned accordingly as it pertains to each age group. Weekly themes, dress-up days and field trips are just some of the activities offered at this weekly summer camp. Camp Galileo Pasadena 651 Orange Grove Boulevard, Pasadena 800-854-3684 For other locations, please visit galileo-camps.com Camp Galileo believes children who build creative confidence lead them on to a life that is filled with meaning and happiness. At this innovation-fueled summer camp, parents can enroll their children in five different age groups: the “Nebulas,” which is pre-kindergarten and kindergarten, the “Stars,” which is first and second graders, the “Supernovas,” which third and fourth graders, the “Meteors,” which is fifth and sixth graders, and the “Counselors in Training” program, which is incoming seventh continued on page 20

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graders to 10th graders. Anderson Adventure Camp H2O 360 N. Arroyo Boulevard, Pasadena 626-564-0330 rosebowlaquiatics.org Anderson Adventure Camp H2O is held at the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center, where children entering first grade through seventh grade will be welcome to attend. This weeklong camp offers a wide array of activities such as arts and crafts, board games, swim lessons and sports, among others. Kids will also get the chance to do different activities if they so choose, such as soccer, kickball, dodgeball and more. Field trips will be taken throughout the week, depending on the age group, to places such as Knott’s Berry Farm, Soak City and Dave & Buster’s. Kiddie Academy of Pasadena 169 N. Halstead Street, Pasadena 626-709-2109 kiddieacademy.com The Kiddie Academy of Pasadena is offering a summer camp program for children ages 5 to 12 years old. The summer camp will be centered around their trademarked “Life Essentials” curriculum through helping kids make connections to the world around them. The camp aims to be fun yet educational through hands-on activities, field trips and weekly themed events. Age-appropriate meals and snacks will be provided

for children to eat on a daily basis. Camp Mariposa 615 E. Mariposa Street, Altadena 213-213-0123 girlscoutsla.org Camp Mariposa is a Girl Scout summer camp that offers young girls a safe space to form friendships, discover more about themselves, lean into new opportunities and more. At this day camp, girls from kindergarten to sixth grade can explore science in a STEAM Lab, go on nature exploration trips, experience outdoor cooking, games and themed activities, arts and crafts, and more over the course of nine different day camps throughout the months of late June, July and early August. Summerkids Camp 3697 N. Fair Oaks Avenue, Altadena 626-577-9979 summerkids.net Summerkids Camp is a weeklong summer camp that welcomes children entering kindergarten through sixth graders, regardless of age. Some activities that children will get the opportunity to choose from are archery, swimming and hiking. This camp is held on a real-life campground. Occasional themed days such as Superhero Day, Circus Day and Crazy Backwards Day encourage collaboration between children of similar age. continued on page 22

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Summer of Surf 2351 Braeburn Road, Altadena 626-250-0045 summerofsurf.com Summer of Surf is a surf and beach camp starting at the beginning of June and will end in late August. Children ages 7 and up get the opportunity to spend a day at the beach learning how to surf, Boogie Board, swim and play beach games. This weeklong camp provides the surfboard/bodyboard, wetsuit, beach games, sunscreen, snacks and shade for children throughout the day. It offers a low camper-to-counselor ratio and is partnered with The Deluxe Charter Bus to provide transportation to and from the beach. Tom Sawyer Camps 707 Woodbury Road, Site F, Altadena 626-794-1156 tomsawyercamps.com Tom Sawyer Camps offers three different camps over the

course of nine weeks that are broken into one- and two-week segments. The “Pre Camp” is available for ages 3 to 5, “Day Camp” is offered to children in kindergarten to fourth grade, and “Outpost” is set for campers in fifth to eighth grades. These camps are different depending on the camp, as each activity and premise of the camp is age appropriate. “Pre Camp” aims to introduce children to the open outdoors while offering introductory horse-riding lessons and swimming lessons. “Day Camp” takes the next step on those horseriding and swimming lessons while offering competitive but friendly group rivalry through adventures, old-fashioned games and nature activities. “Outpost” camp offers horseback riding and swimming as well, but children are also introduced to rock climbing, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding. This camp is meant to be a more rugged and challenging camp than the previous two.

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D E S I G N F E AT U R E

Sustainable

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The latest earth-friendly trends in homes and gardens By Kamala Kirk

any designers and builders are turning to more sustainable options in order to preserve natural resources, protect our ecosystem and improve the quality of our lives. A sustainable home has the least possible negative impact on the environment by being energy-efficient and using resources and materials in a responsible manner. “Americans, and society in general, are spending more time in their homes,” says Renee Wolfenson, CEO of Casa Stilo Inc., a luxury fullservice interior design studio whose projects include Pasadena Terraces and Pasadena Villas by etco Homes. “The health and well-being of the buyer is more important than ever. Builders and designers are rethinking of how

to design, use and occupy a space. We think of future benefits for the environment. Designers are looking for ways to improve the way people feel inside a building by using materials of reusability, recyclability, waste reduction, energy and water savings, how a product is made, where it is made, how it gets to us and the life cycle of a product. The benefits of living in a sustainable environment are helping to accelerate climate solutions and improve our environmental footprint by reducing waste, saving water and energy, using recycled materials and cutting down on pollution. Longevity is the goal for next generations, not just ours.” From going solar and recycling water to using energy-saving appliances and incorporating sustainable

Materials Some of the popular sustainable materials that Ramirez recommends for homes include bamboo, recycled glass, recycled metal, aluminum, decomposed granite and recycled concrete. She also uses pervious materials on the ground and cedar siding wherever she can. “Cedar is a renewable resource, which means it takes much less energy to produce it compared to other manmade siding materials,” Ramirez says. “Cedar is also an insect repellant and a good insulator, and it produces a nice scent, especially when it gets wet. It can also last a long time with the right maintenance, and maintaining it is not

a huge impact to the environment. The natural insulation that the cedar siding provides and a white smooth stucco exterior, which reflects light and heat, helps insulate the home as well, which limits the use of air-conditioning systems within the house.” Wolfenson says that builders and designers are looking for fire-rated, energy-efficient, touchless and environmentally friendly materials. Examples include reclaimed wood flooring; recycled textiles; recycled countertop materials like Caesarstone; and cork, which is highly sustainable and can be used for décor in many different ways. “Don’t use VOC paint,” Wolfenson warns. “This type of paint contains volatile organic compounds that are toxic to humans and animals.” Energy Barnard often recommends smart home systems to help with automated energy reduction, from regulating lighting and temperature settings to motorized window coverings that help with light and temperature regulation. Wolfenson shares that changing lightbulbs to LED helps save energy in a home, along with energy-efficient appliances. “You will see a difference in your electric bill,” Wolfenson says. Ramirez also installed a solar roof and battery backup system in her home and says that if she plans her energy use well, she is self-powered (solar powered) up to 75%, which includes charging her electric cars at home. “Having the app for the solar roof and batteries helps us understand our energy uses as well,” Ramirez says. “We installed both the Tesla Solar Roof and the Tesla Powerwall.” Water consumption “Water conservation is at the top of everyone’s priorities,” says Karen Miller, owner of Sacred Space Garden Design. “Drip irrigation and smart controllers are both important for helping to achieve this.” Wolfenson says having the right irrigation system will help save money and energy, and circulation tanks for irrigation and a drip system on timers are important features. “Wash your clothes in cold water; 90% of washing machine energy comes from heating the water,” she says. “Skip the dryer, and hang your clothes outside in the sun.” Ramirez adds that storm water continued on page 26

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Popular sustainable materials for homes include bamboo, recycled glass and metal, aluminum, decomposed granite, recycled concrete and cedar.

and recycled materials, there are many different ways that one can transition to having a more sustainable home. “One of the roles of designers is to be mindful of the effects of our aesthetic decisions and how they might impact the environment, our daily experiences and our mental/physical health,” says Sarah Barnard, founder of Sarah Barnard Design, a leading designer of personalized, sustainable and restorative spaces that are deeply connected to nature and art. Barnard says that sustainable home design creates opportunities for multiple positive outcomes, from improving indoor air quality by specifying natural products to reducing dependency on municipal services by integrating solar panels and supporting communities by utilizing local and recycled materials. “Sustainability has always been a huge part of my life, even outside my job as a designer,” adds Jhoiey Ramirez, co-founder and creative director of The Sycamore Collective, a Los Angeles-based bespoke design studio. “I was aware very early on in life that there are finite natural resources and that we must do what we can to conserve them, so in my practice as a designer, I try to implement it as much as I can with my clients. When I was building my own home, I became aware of the possibilities of making my home my very own design lab of how far I can go with sustainability, how to make it visually appealing and how to make it financially make sense. This way, I can design and live by example. Naturally, it became a showcase as well. The benefits are its visual appeal and a guilt-free feeling in certain aspects of my lifestyle and my savings in gas.”

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management and water-saving efforts are also essential. Examples include rain water collection, recycling rain water and extremely low-flow smart toilets. “A system I’ve always wanted to do but didn’t find the right one until now (that) is joining our arsenal of sustainability maneuvers in a ‘better late than never’ move is the Hydraloop,” Ramirez says. “It’s smart water recycling that recycles gray water from sinks, showers and laundry to use for flushing toilets or irrigation systems.” Air flow According to Ramirez, strategic window placement enables one to utilize cross-ventilation throughout the house so that it’s never too hot inside when windows are open. “Cross-ventilation is important for me,” she says. “The layout of the space may be overlooked as being part

of sustainability, but it all starts from a good layout, a good flow. Good flow is function and circulation almost always equates to air flow. If a space feels natural to flow from one area to the next, then it’s safe to say that air would flow quite naturally as well. If air flows well in a house, then ventilation is good, temperature is regulated, and the house looks, feels and smells fresh as well.” Interior design When transitioning to sustainable home design, Barnard suggests reusing or repurposing existing materials or furnishings as is feasible. “For example, reupholstering an existing sofa or headboard can inspire a fresh aesthetic while requiring minimal new materials,” Barnard says. “The first step in an environmentally responsible remodel is utilizing ‘un-building’ techniques rather than traditional demolition methods to salvage the building

Outdoor spaces

Porcelain pavers are very popular in outdoor spaces, according to Mark Meahl, president and founder of Garden View Landscape Nursery & Pools. “Some of the advantages of porcelain pavers as opposed to standard concrete pavers is that there are a very wide selection of styles and they actually can simulate other materials like wood or cut stone very closely but have much better durability than wood or concrete pavers,” Meahl says. “They are also very hard surfaces, so they do not stain as easily as concrete pavers. The one disadvantage to porcelain pavers is that they are considerably more expensive than most concrete pavers, but they can be substantially less expensive than real stone or other expensive materials.” Meahl points out that concrete is another popular sustainable building material due to its clean, uncluttered look and lower cost. “Concrete paving is very popular for simplistic modern and midcentury design,” Meahl says. “The main disadvantage to concrete as opposed to pavers is that concrete fissures. If the ground moves the concrete will crack. Poured-in-place concrete stepping pads can be very attractive when surrounded by grass, gravel or ground covers, and because they are not one congruent large area they can move with slight ground movement, reducing the fissure issue.” When sourcing materials for outdoor countertops, Barnard says porcelain slabs are a sturdy option durable enough for outdoor use. Porcelain avoids mining from quarries while offering increased stain, scratch, freeze/ thaw and UV resistance. “Vintage furnishings have maintained popularity throughout interior design and are increasingly sought for outdoor use,” Barnard says. “Midcentury modern patio furniture from designers like Bertoia for Knoll, John Salterini and Woodard Brothers offer enduring designs still loved today, made from long-lasting materials like metal and spun fiberglass. “When considering materials for outdoors, it’s also essential to consider the durability of a product for an outdoor space. In some cases, a material made with synthetics may be beneficial for its endurance over an organic material that may need to be frequently replaced. It’s crucial to consider elements like sun exposure when selecting materials to determine longevity needs.” continued on page 28

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Incorporating native plants in one’s garden requires less maintenance and irrigation, which also helps to conserve water.

materials for reuse. In past projects, our clients have used materials from an old kitchen to make a potting bench, repurposed wood for new garage shelving, and donated cabinets and plumbing fixtures to charitable organizations like Habitat for Humanity. “ Barnard also advises sourcing new materials and furnishings from suppliers that prioritize sustainable practices. Try to look for Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) wood products, Greenguard-certified wallcoverings and organic textiles as a start. According to Barnard, terrazzo is an excellent sustainable alternative to quarried stone because it typically utilizes recycled materials (like broken ceramics, stone fragments or even crushed beer bottles) and can be manufactured locally rather than carved out of a mountain a continent away. “Design that celebrates the grain of the wood and the hand of the artist is growing in popularity as folks increasingly appreciate the value of heirloom-quality goods,” Barnard says. “Slow-made textiles, furniture and accessories are an investment worth making, knowing that our choices will serve us for many years to come. Because it can be challenging to find or source sustainably produced items that meet exact needs, personalization and customization are often popular for sustainable design. Working with local artisans or craftspeople may offer more autonomy and control of the construction process, from selecting sustainable base materials to low or no VOC adhesives or finishes. It also gives more control over the outcome, making it easier to customize items to your exact aesthetic tastes and needs.” She adds that while not all biophilic design is inherently sustainable, biophilic principles are often embraced in sustainable design. Embracing natural materials and using sustainably produced textiles and wallcoverings with natural prints create an interior relationship with nature that reflects environmentally conscious decisionmaking. “Post-consumer recycled fibers, like those made from plastic bottles, are celebrated for durability and sustainability,” Barnard says. “Recycled fibers can be used to produce indoor/outdoor rugs and in some furnishings. These offer a durable option while minimizing the waste often associated with the production of synthetics.”

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Recycled fibers can be used to produce rugs and in some furnishings, offering a durable option while minimizing the waste often associated with the production of synthetics.

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Gardens When it comes to home gardens, Wolfenson points out that native plants are easier to take care of. She recommends using high-tolerance, low-waste plants. “Build organic fences from wood waste or cut materials,” Wolfenson says. “And make your leftover vegetables into organic fertilizer.” “There is an increasing desire to create gardens that can endure our climate’s increasingly warm and dry conditions,” Barnard adds. “One of the best ways to do this is by incorporating

plants local to our region, which often require less maintenance and irrigation. Reclaimed or repurposed materials are becoming increasingly popular because of their imperfect beauty and inherent history. I love reusing bricks, pavers and broken concrete as a simple way to honor the home’s architectural history and keep unbuilt (demolished) materials on-site.” According to Barnard, outdoor daybeds made from sustainable materials like FSC-certified hardwoods or bamboo are a rewarding choice for cozy landscape lounging. Double

chaise lounges provide ample space to rest, work or socialize and are versatile furnishing options for outdoor needs. “Many homeowners are also looking for garden spaces that reflect and sustain local wildlife,” Barnard adds. “To attract a greater variety of bees, planting flowers with diverse shapes and sizes will accommodate more types. Birdbaths can be a beautiful water feature that offers a space for birds to cool off. When providing water for wildlife, it’s essential to use a shallow vessel and refill and clean it regularly, to provide a safe and reliable water source. “ According to Miller, many people are interested in growing their own fruits, vegetables and herbs, as well as bringing birds and bees into the garden and providing food for them. “Citrus trees are wonderful in Southern California, and we especially love agaves,” Miller says. “There are such a wide variety of sizes, and they are prized for their beauty and architectural form as well as their extremely low water use and maintenance.” Miller also recommends just about any variety of salvia (sage), as well as ornamental evergreen grasses such as Lomandra “Breeze” or Carex tumulicola to replace traditional lawns. “These can be mixed with wildflowers or achillea (yarrow), among others,” Miller says. In Ramirez’s home garden, she has planted flowering bushes and vines that attract bees, hummingbirds, butterflies and other birds. “We don’t really think of this as being part of sustainability, but making sure that the pollinators have an urban oasis helps the balance of our very fragile ecosystem, especially in the urban environment,” Ramirez says. The Addison by etco Homes, a boutique luxury home community in LA, launched a partnership with urban beekeeping company Alveole, BeeHome, which will house thousands of bees on the rooftop terraces of the designer model homes. Urban beekeeping programs like BeeHome educate city dwellers to the crucial roles of bees in food production and the sustainable preservation of large populations of bees, butterflies, bumblebees and other

pollinators that are in rapid decline around the world. The bees from the rooftop apiary pollinate the local urban flora by gathering nectar and pollen from flowers within a 3-mile radius of the hives and bringing it back to ensure the colony’s development. At the end of the season, beekeepers harvest the bees’ honey and share it with residents and local community members. Ramirez plants plenty of fruits and trees that she enjoys all season, including avocado, apple, lemon, lime, orange, strawberry guava, blueberries, cantaloupe and pineapple. Ramirez also has a seasonal vegetable garden with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, arugula, eggplant, mint, oregano, cilantro, rosemary and zucchini. To fertilize naturally and organically, Ramirez has her own worm compost, which takes care of doing a full life cycle for 100% of her organic waste. “To me, having a sustainable garden means going through a full life cycle with your garden, meaning you plant it, you grow it organically, you consume it, and any waste after consumption goes to your compost bin, which generates that organic fertilizer you use to grow a healthy garden,” Ramirez says. “I use subpod worm composting systems.” Ramirez also shares another example of how the fresh produce from her home garden is 100% sustainable in its life cycles. “I harvest my citruses, either juicing them or dehydrating thin slices, and preserve or cook with them,” Ramirez says. “If I don’t use the peel, I collect them in a recycled jar, add vinegar and let it ferment for at least two months, and it becomes a citrus cleaning solution. I sometimes add lavender for an extra scent sensation. I pour it in a reusable spray bottle. “My carrots are full cycle as well. I juice them, use most of the pressed carrots to make carrot bread, and the rest goes to my compost. I’ve dehydrated herbs from my garden, and apples, too. When I make other pressed juices, nothing goes to waste. Because of this, my worms are happy creating compost to fertilize my garden.”

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For the first time in over 40 years, the 2022 Showcase House will be held in South Pasadena at Oaklawn Manor, a 1905 English Tudor.

2022 Pasadena Showcase House of Design returns to South Pasadena for the first time in over 40 years By Luke Netzley

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ollowing a yearlong hiatus due to the global pandemic, Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts announced the return of one of the nation’s oldest and most successful home and garden tours for April 24. “Everything you know and love about the Pasadena Showcase House of Design is back,” 2021-22 PSHA President Marti Farley says. “After four decades, it’s time we return to the charming ‘City of Trees’ with a Showcase House that will highlight all that South Pasadena has to offer.” The 57th Showcase House has reimagined South Pasadena’s Oaklawn Manor, a 1905 English Tudor mansion within a historic Greene & Greene-planned neighborhood of century-old homes. The mansion was built for Mr. Harry Hawgood, an English civil engineer

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Nearly 400 design enthusiasts, patrons and members of PSHA attended the Empty House Party on January 21, an annual tradition that celebrates the night before designers begin their work transforming a mansion that will debut as the Pasadena Showcase House of Design.

2022 Pasadena Showcase House of Design WHEN: April 24 to May 22; public tours will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, and from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday WHERE: Oaklawn Manor, South Pasadena COST: Golden Ticket: $65; Insider Package No. 1 Golden Ticket + Empty House Party: $200; Insider Package No. 2 Golden Ticket + Empty House Party + Premiere Night: $400 INFO: pasadenashowcase.org

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whose career designing railways and waterways spanned multiple continents, and features baronial-sized rooms with rich wood interiors, ornate beamed ceilings and floor-to-ceiling travertine fireplaces. Sunken gardens wrap around the home with scenic paths leading down to the hidden edges of the property. “When you walk through, it’s almost overwhelming to see the beautiful stained glass windows past the entry,” Farley says. “It also has a large ground, so we have plenty of room for our shops and restaurant as well as having outdoor garden space.” Following just four short months of renovation, over 25,000 guests will tour through the numerous interior and landscape design spaces highlighting cutting-edge trends in high-style living from designers across the San Gabriel Valley and LA County, including local Pasadena and South Pasadena designers Karen Billman, Jeanne Chung, Denise Bosley, Denise Renalli, Samantha Williams, Gwen Sukeena, Robert Frank, Dona Dockendorf and James Hernandez. This year’s event will also showcase local musicians, speakers, and boutique and craft merchants to celebrate the vibrant community of South Pasadena. “It’s really core to our mission that we’re more than just a pretty house,” Farley explains. “We’re also all about music and music education, so having these performances I think will speak to that.” Throughout its history, PSHA has given more than $23 million to nonprofit organizations in support of music education and music therapy while continuing to support the LA Philharmonic and its learning programs for which the organization was first founded. Though a 2021 Showcase House was not possible due to the pandemic, the organization was able to host “June Bloom,” an outdoor garden party that raised more than $250,000 in one day. “We had over 2,000 people in one day go through three properties,” Farley recounts. “We were able to open up the gardens and have garden tours along with our shops and a food truck, and that was super successful. We were thinking of ways that we could continue to stay connected with the community until we could get back to having a showcase.” To learn more about the Showcase House of Design and to purchase tickets for the event, visit pasadenashowcase.org/tickets.

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Altadena Home & Garden Tour returns for 2022

By Luke Netzley

t the foothills of the looming San Gabriel Mountains lies the eclectic community of Altadena, home to palm-laden streets and dotted with historic homes. After a two-year hiatus, the Altadena Guild of Huntington Memorial Hospital’s Home & Garden Tour will return Sunday, May 1, for the 69th time with hopes to fulfill its $100,000 commitment to Huntington Hospital’s new cardiac care center by giving guests a tour of the community’s architectural marvels. “Normally our home tours draw a thousand or more people,” guild member Elaine Bauer says. “We’re completely convinced that we will reach that, if not many more, and we are hoping to do that because the programs that we support are so

2022 Altadena Guild Home & Garden Tour WHERE: Mendocino Lane, Altadena WHEN: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 1 COST: $45 in advance; $50 day of tour INFO: altadenaguild.org

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Altadena Guild of Huntington Memorial Hospital will host its 69th Home & Garden Tour on Sunday, May 1, in hopes of raising money for a new cardiac care center.

valuable to the community around us and far-reaching, too, with HMRI and all of the discoveries that they’ve made over the years that have helped people.” The Altadena Guild was founded in 1951 to support the work of Huntington Memorial Hospital and has since raised several million dollars to benefit the hospital and Huntington Medical Research Institutes. The guild has also underwritten hospital employee scholarships and supported the Constance G. Zahorik Appearance Center to benefit cancer patients. To help support its mission, the home and garden tour invites guests to an idyllic stretch of Mendocino Lane to explore four homes and gardens in the neighborhood. “It’s an iconic street that gives you a peaceful feeling to walk along,” Bauer says. “We have four beautiful homes and gardens on tour. Each home is stunning in and of itself, and they’re all completely different styles, so it’s going to be a wonderful tour for guests to investigate these different designs.” The tour will feature a house designed by architect Richard Bates known to Bauer as the “palm tree house,” home to a subtropical botanic garden with 140 species of palm. Another home is an Italianate villa with a garden space that features a pool and Venetian bronze fountain alongside the rear courtyard. The tour will also pass a single-story modern home and garden, complete with a guest house ADU, and the fourth home, which is a classic, Spanish-style two-story house. “As you walk along, you are greeted by soldiers of palm trees lining the street, and as you walk Northeast, you’re looking at the mountains,” Bauer says. “It’s just beautiful. It’s an open area, and the street will be full of community tables, people wandering and lots of music, too.” In addition to the home and garden tour, there will be numerous vendors and community tables showcasing local businesses and sponsors from in and around Altadena, designated areas where both Porsche and Cal-Rods will have their cars on display, food, and entertainment including live music and tango dance performances. Guests will also receive a program with detailed writeups for each home along with maps and advertising for the businesses and entities supporting the guild and its work, particularly toward Huntington Hospital and HMRI. “Huntington Hospital has invested a great deal of money into the health and welfare of the community surrounding us, and that’s why we’ve decided to give that hundred-thousand-dollar commitment to the cardiac care center,” Bauer says. “HMRI has also invited students and researchers to come into their fabulous facility on Fair Oaks across from the hospital to work on all of these really difficult medical issues that we are faced with these days and to uncover solutions for improving quality of life for all of us.”

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CULINARY CUPBOARD

Cara Cara Means Yum Yum

Gluten-free tart celebrates the orange By Emily Chavez

elicious seasonal cara cara oranges are my choice for winter to early spring fruit. Any orange can be used for this recipe, but the juicy cara cara variety is sweet without the bitterness found in conventional navel oranges. Inspired by traditional lemon bars, this tart becomes a dessert centerpiece with a browned butter gluten-free crust. Also, unlike the usual curd filling, which requires more than a dozen eggs, this tart sets with unflavored gelatin. I personally prefer the gelatin set so I can avoid an eggy dessert. A dusting of powdered sugar or candied orange slices is the perfect topper for this tart that truly celebrates the orange. GLUTEN-FREE CARA CARA ORANGE TART HANDS-ON TIME: 40 MINUTES | READY IN 2 HOURS YIELDS: 6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS UNFLAVORED 2 CUPS SUGAR 1 CUP BUTTER, UNSALTED 3 1/4 CUPS 1-TO-1 GLUTENFREE FLOUR OPTIONAL: POWDERED SUGAR OR CANDIED ORANGE TWISTS TO FINISH.

INSTRUCTIONS MELT BUTTER IN A SAUCEPAN OVER MEDIUM HEAT UNTIL GOLDEN COLORED AND SMELLS TOASTY. REMOVE FROM HEAT AND STIR IN 1/2 CUP SUGAR UNTIL MOSTLY DISSOLVED. IN SEPARATE BOWL, WHISK TOGETHER FLOUR AND 1/2 TEASPOON SALT. STIR IN THE BUTTER AND SUGAR MIX UNTIL CRUMBLY. PRESS THIS MIXTURE INTO A TART OR SHEET PAN, ALONG THE SIDES AND BOTTOM. BAKE FOR ABOUT 40 MINUTES AT 350 DEGREES UNTIL GOLDEN. WHILE THE CRUST BAKES, MAKE THE FILLING BY WHISKING TOGETHER THE REMAINING 1 1/2 CUPS SUGAR AND 1/2 TEASPOON SALT IN A BOWL. THEN MIX IN THE EGGS, ZEST AND JUICE. COOK THIS FILLING MIXTURE OVER MEDIUM HEAT FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES, STIRRING UNTIL THE CURD THICKENS AND LOOKS CREAMY. REMOVE FROM HEAT AND STRAIN THROUGH A FINE MESH STRAINER. STIR IN GELATIN. POUR THE FILLING INTO THE COOKED CRUST AND CHILL UNTIL FIRM, AT LEAST 1 1/2 HOURS.

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DINING

The spring rosé wine festival on the Rose Bowl Stadium field will feature over 30 rosés, gourmet food and live music.

‘Family, Culture and Community’ Rose Bowl Stadium to host fun-filled events this spring

eaturing over 30 wines and gourmet food, the Rosé Bowl will be gracing the grass of the historic Rose Bowl Stadium field this spring. From 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy unlimited pours of carefully curated rosés, including fan favorites like Bev Wine and JNSQ. The festival, located at 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, will include a handful of restaurants and food vendors. Music will include a DJ and live segments from Los Angeles natives Dylan Dunlap and Lucy & La Mer. Tickets, which include a branded wine glass, cost $80 per person. They are available for purchase at rosebowlwinefestival.com. “We founded Bev to do wine differently and to do it better. Since rosé is our baby, we’re thrilled to lead the sponsorship of Rosé Bowl with the industry’s biggest movers and shakers,” a spokesperson for Bev Wine shares in a statement. “Our premium canned wines are all

zero sugar, sustainably sourced and packed with all the good stuff, so they’re the perfect sipper for a day at the Bowl.” Pink attire is encouraged and photo ops will be aplenty, according to the press release. But that’s not all. On Sunday, May 1, the stadium will host the Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl. Consulado de Mexico, the city of Pasadena and the Pasadena Latino Employee Association (PLEA) are teaming up to bring traditional music, including live performances from La Sonora Dinamita and Folklorico dancers, a soccer tournament, an active children’s play area, and an arts and culture area showcasing local artists to the stadium’s stands. The free, family-friendly event seeks to serve as an opportunity for the community “to come together to enjoy and appreciate Pasadena’s

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rich Latino culture and traditions,” according to a release. “I was involved in the Cinco de Mayo event 20 years ago, and to bring it back to the Rose Bowl Stadium this year as part of the Stadium’s centennial celebration is really special,” Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo shares in a statement. “We brought this event back with our Pasadena residents and families in mind, to find new ways to continue to celebrate and honor heritage, family and tradition.” The mayor, as well as Alice Mijares Recendez — whose mother founded Mijares Restaurant in 1920 — will be honored as the inaugural Cinco de Mayo Co-Grand Marshals. As part of its centennial celebration, the Rose Bowl will offer tours of the historic stadium featuring the original 1922 Locker Room, the Court of Champions, the Terry Donahue Pavilion and the current UCLA Locker. A Darryl Dunn 5K Walk & Run will also take place as a tribute to Rose Bowl Stadium CEO and general manager Darryl Dunn, who is set to retire on June 30. “Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl gives our community a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that our local treasure has to offer,” Councilmember Tyron Hampton says in a release. “We look forward to an amazing day focusing on family, culture and community.” Ticket reservations for the event are available on Eventbrite at eventbrite.com/e/cinco-de-mayo-at-the-rose-bowltickets-289973126427. For more information, visit rosebowlstadium. com.

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T R AV E L

On the

Road

Travellers Autobarn camper van rentals offer budget-friendly getaways with unlimited mileage

uring his travels, Peter Burke saw plenty of backpackers who benefited from a camper van. Inspired, he founded Travellers Autobarn, which rents camper vans with unlimited mileage. The company launched two years ago in the United States but was established in Australia and New Zealand in 1993 and 2016, respectively. Through the creation of Travellers Autobarn, Burke learned the true meaning of “It’s not work when you’re having fun.” “My favorite part about the camper vans is the freedom they provide,” Burke said. “Some of the best stories include the most unexpected things because they weren’t planned. I want people to detour. Take turns off your route. COVID-19 taught us that we need to look for true freedom again. A road trip is one of the last true forms of adventure in my opinion.” Travellers Autobarn’s most popular camper van model is the Kuga, which sleeps up to three people comfortably and has a kitchen space with a microwave, fridge, sink and gas stove — all powered by solar panels, decreasing the need to stay at a powered campsite to recharge batteries for the fridge and lights. The camper vans also include an extra preparation pack in the winter to help keep campers warm, including space heaters, an extra battery pack and hot pads. Camper vans are a better option compared to regular RVs, fifth-wheel campers, tents and motel/hotel stays because of how practical and simple they are.

For safer travel during COVID-19, Travellers Autobarn offers budget-friendly camper van rentals with unlimited mileage.

“These camper vans are our own design, and they were built for the renter rather than for luxury or style,” Burke said. “If something’s not needed, it’s not in the van.” Other rental options include the HiTop camper van, which fits two to three people and has functional cooking and storage areas, as well as the minivan, which suits up to five people and can be used as a cheap car rental solution while camping. Travelers also have the option to rent a living equipment pack for $45. It includes a tent, camping chairs, table, gas cooker and cooking equipment. Prices vary depending on the

trip, but the per-day cost goes down the longer the vehicle is rented. The average cost for a 10-day trip is approximately $89 per day, and there is a minimum rental requirement of four days. Customers tend to rent the vehicles for five days, but one paid for eight months. “The longer you go, the cheaper it gets,” Burke said. Adding to its convenience, Travellers Autobarn’s camper vans do not need to be returned to the rental location. There are pickup/drop-off locations in San Francisco; Seattle; Denver; Las Vegas; and Los Ange-

les, right by LAX. Burke recommended several popular travel spots that are just a few hours’ drive from LA, including Idyllwild, Lake Arrowhead, Oak Glen, Joshua Tree, Palm Springs and Big Sur. Travellers Autobarn also provides itineraries on its website for those without a specific location in mind. Renters must be 21 or older, and provide a driver’s license and credit card for security purposes. Booking can be done online via Travellers Autobarn’s website. Travellers Autobarn travellers-autobarnrv.com

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CALENDAR accumulated between them over the years, they discover that while the future may look entirely different from the one that they’ve expected, it may be even brighter than they’d hoped. Crowdcast registration link: https://bit.ly/GinaSorell

Vroman’s

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Bookstore boasts stellar lineup for April

By Arroyo Staff

he renowned bookstore Vroman’s is hosting more top-notch virtual programs throughout April. The Vroman’s Live events are held virtually and in person. Vroman’s Virtual events will be presented through Crowdcast. Register through vromansbookstore.com. Anyone with questions is asked to contact email@ vromansbookstore.com.

Virtual events Gina Sorell, in conversation with Jennifer Robertson, discusses “The Wise Women” 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 13 Popular advice columnist Wendy Wise has been skillfully advising the women who write to her seeking help for four decades, so why are her own daughters’ lives such a mess? Clementine, the working mother of a 6-year-old boy, has just discovered that she is renting the Queens home that she thought she owned, because her husband Steve secretly funneled their money into his flailing startup. Meanwhile, her sister, Barb, has overextended herself at her architecture firm and reunited semi-unhappily with her cheating girlfriend. When Steve goes MIA and Clementine receives an eviction notice, Wendy swoops in to save the day, even though her daughters, who are holding on to some resentments from childhood, haven’t asked for her help. But as soon as Wendy sets her sights on hunting down her rogue son-in-law, Barb and Clementine quickly discover that their mother has been hiding more than a few problems of her own. As the three women confront the disappointments and heartaches that have

Peter Dreier discusses his two new books, “Baseball Rebels” and “Major League Rebels” 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 19 “Baseball Rebels” tells stories of mavericks, reformers and radicals who shook up the baseball establishment and helped change America. These players, managers, sportswriters, activists and even a few owners were influenced by, and in turn influenced, America’s broader political and social protest movements, including battles against racism, sexism and homophobia. “Major League Rebels” is a captivating history of the baseball reformers and revolutionaries who challenged their sport and society — and in turn helped change America. Athletes have often used their platform to respond to and protest injustices, from Muhammad Ali and Colin Kaepernick to Billie Jean King and Megan Rapinoe. Compared to their counterparts, baseball players have often been more cautious about speaking out on controversial issues; but throughout the sport’s history, there have been many players who were willing to stand up and fight for what was right. In “Major League Rebels: Baseball Battles over Workers’ Rights and American Empire,” Robert Elias and Peter Dreier reveal a little-known yet important history of rebellion among professional ballplayers. These reformers took inspiration from the country’s dissenters and progressive movements, speaking and acting against abuses within their profession and their country. Elias and Dreier profile the courageous players who demanded better working conditions, battled against corporate power, and challenged America’s unjust wars, imperialism and foreign policies, resisting the brash patriotism that many link with the “national pastime.” American history can be seen as an ongoing battle over wealth and income inequality, corporate power versus workers’ rights, what it means to be a “patriotic” American, and the role of the United States outside its borders. For over 100 years, baseball activists have challenged the status quo, contributing to the kind of dissent that creates a more humane society. Crowdcast registration link: https://bit.ly/PeterDreier David Baldacci, in conversation with Robert Crais, discusses “Dream Town” 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 It’s the eve of 1953, and Aloysius Archer is in Los Angeles to ring in the New Year with an old friend, aspiring actress Liberty Callahan, when their evening is interrupted by an acquaintance of Callahan’s: Eleanor Lamb, a screenwriter in dire straits. After a series of increasingly chilling events — mysterious phone calls, the same blue car loitering outside her house, and a bloody knife left in her sink — Eleanor fears her life is in danger, and she wants to hire Archer to look into the matter. Archer suspects that Eleanor knows more than she’s saying, but before he can officially take on her case, a dead body turns up inside of Eleanor’s home… and Eleanor disappears. Missing client or not, Archer is dead set on finding both the murderer and Eleanor. With the help of Callahan and his partner, Willie Dash, he launches an investigation that will take him from mob-ridden Las Vegas to the glamorous world of Hollywood to the darkest corners of Los Angeles — a city in which beautiful faces are attached to cutthroat schemers, where the cops can be more corrupt than the criminals… and where the powerful people responsible for his client’s disappearance will kill without a moment’s hesitation if they catch Archer on their trail. Crowdcast registration link: https://bit.ly/DavidBaldacciVromans Vroman’s Local Author Day with Dr. Ian Brooks, Shanti Hershenson and James Cox 6 p.m. Friday, April 29 Dr. Ian Brooks presents “Intention,” a step-by-step guide in transforming the reader’s story, by reinforcing and building new capabilities to move forward. Shanti Hershenson will discuss “You Won’t Know Her Name,” a “haunting, shocking novel told in poetry.” continued on page 40 04.22 | ARROYO | 39

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“Silver or Lead” is James Cox’s presentation. “What would you do if you found out that the person you were trying to save might have to kill you?” Crowdcast registration link: https://bit.ly/LocalAuthorVromans

In-person events

Vroman’s in-person events are no longer ticketed but are free and open to the public. Masks are strongly encouraged for those attending. All in-person events will all be held at Vroman’s, 695 E. Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, unless noted otherwise. Lian Dolan, in conversation with Rico Gagliano, discusses “Lost and Found in Paris” 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 6 Joan Blakely had an unconventional childhood: the daughter of a globe-trotting supermodel and a famous artist. Her artist father died on 9/11, and Joan, an art historian by training, has spent more than a decade maintaining his legacy. Life in the art world is beginning to wear on her — and then one fateful afternoon her husband drops a bombshell: He fathered twins with another woman. Furious but secretly pleased to have a reason to blow up her life, Joan impulsively decides to get out of town, booking a last-minute trip to Paris as an art courier: the person museums hire to fly valuable works of art to potential clients, discreetly stowed in their carry-on luggage. Sipping her champagne in business class, she chats up her seatmate, Nate, a good-looking tech nerd who invites her to dinner in Paris. He doesn’t know she’s carrying drawings worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. But after a romantic dinner and an even more romantic night together, Joan wakes up next to her new lover to discover the drawings gone. Even more shocking is what’s been left in their place: a sketch from her father’s

journals, which she thought had been lost when he died on 9/11, and a poem that reads like a treasure hunt. With Nate as a sidekick, Joan will follow the clues all over Paris — from its grand cathedrals and romantic bistros to the twisty side streets of Montmartre — hoping to recover the lost art and her own sense of adventure. What she finds is even better than she’d expected. Gary Phillips discusses “One-Shot Harry” 7 p.m. Thursday, April 7 Los Angeles, 1963: African American Korean War veteran Harry Ingram earns a living as a news photographer and occasional process server: chasing police radio calls and dodging baseball bats. With racial tensions running high on the eve of Martin Luther King’s Freedom Rally, Harry risks ending up one of the victims at every crime scene he photographs. When Harry hears a call over the police scanner to the scene of a deadly automobile accident, he recognizes the vehicle described as belonging to his good friend and old Army buddy, the white jazz trumpeter Ben Kingslow, with whom he’d only just reconnected. The LAPD declares the car crash an accident, but when Harry develops his photos there are signs of foul play. Harry feels no choice but to play detective, even if it means putting his own life on the line. Armed with his wits, his camera and occasionally his Colt .45, Harry plunges headfirst into the seamier underbelly of LA society, tangling with racists, leftists, blackmailers, gangsters, zealots and lovers, all in the hope of finding something resembling justice for a friend. Dean Sluyter discusses “The Dharma Bum’s Guide to Western Literature: Finding Nirvana in the Classics” 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 With droll humor and irrever-

ent wisdom, Dean Sluyter unpacks the Dharma of more than 20 major writers, from William Blake to Dr. Seuss, inspiring readers to deepen their own spiritual life and see literature in a fresh, new way: as a path of awakening. Melissa Chadburn discusses “A Tiny Shove Upward” 7 p.m. Thursday, April 21 Marina Salles’s life does not end the day she wakes up dead. Instead, in the course of a moment, she is transformed into the stuff of myth, the stuff of her grandmother’s old Filipino stories — an aswang, a creature of mystery and vengeance. She spent her time on earth on the margins; shot like a pinball through a childhood of loss, she was a veteran of Child Protective Services and a survivor, but always reacting, watching from a distance, understanding very little of her own life, let alone the lives of others. Death brings her into the hearts and minds of those she has known — even her killer — as she accesses their memories and sees anew the meaning of her own. In her nine days as an aswang, while she considers whether to exact vengeance on her killer, she also traces back, finally able to see what led these two lost souls to a crushingly inevitable conclusion. In “A Tiny Upward Shove,” debut novelist Melissa Chadburn charts the heartbreaking journeys of two of society’s castoffs as they make their way to each other and their roles as criminal and victim. Michelle Huneven discusses “Search” 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 27 Dana Potowski is a restaurant critic and food writer and a longtime member of a progressive Unitarian Universalist congregation in Southern California. Just as she’s finishing the book tour for her latest bestseller,

Dana is asked to join the church search committee for a new minister. Under pressure to find her next book idea, she agrees, and resolves to secretly pen a memoir, with recipes, about the experience. That memoir, Search, follows the travails of the committee and their candidates — and becomes its own media sensation. Dana had good material to work with: The committee is a wide-ranging mix of Unitarian Universalist congregants, and their candidates range from a baker and microbrew master/ pastor to a reverend who identifies as both a witch and an environmental warrior. Ultimately, the committee faces a stark choice between two very different paths forward for the congregation. Although she may have been ambivalent about joining the committee, Dana finds that she cares deeply about the fate of this institution and she will fight the entire committee, if necessary, to win the day for her side. Kim Dower reads from “I Wore This Dress Today for You, Mom”; special introduction by Ron Koertge, poet laureate of South Pasadena 7 p.m. Thursday, April 28 Acclaimed for combining the accessible and profound, Kim Dower’s poems about motherhood are some of her most moving and disarmingly candid. “I Wore This Dress Today for You, Mom” is an anthology of her poems from being a mother — childbirth to empty nest — as well as being a daughter with all the teenaged messiness, drama and conflict to finally caring for one’s mother suffering from dementia. Culled from her four collections as well as a selection of new work, these poems, heartbreaking, funny, surprising and touching, explore the quirky, unexpected observations and bittersweet moments mothers and daughters share.

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Arroyo Monthly April 2022

Articles inside

Revelations Are Revolutionary

Vroman’s Live

Architectural Marvels

‘Family, Culture and Community’

On the Road

Radiant Life

Roadmapping the Future

Sustainable Spaces