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ange Grove Boulevard, Pasadena, free, 3 to 6 p.m., cityofpasadena.net/library

Conversation@PAM: Exploring Late Modernism Through the Lens of Wayne Thom DEC. 1

Renowned architectural photographer Wayne Thom comes to Pasadena to present his stories of photography, telling audiences the tale of how he came to capture the skyscrapers of Los Angeles to film.

USC Pacific Asia Museum, 49 N. Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, free, 6:30 p.m.

Johnny Cash Holiday Tribute DEC. 3

Celebrate the season in style with the back-to-back hits of one of the greatest country singers of all time, Johnny Cash. Drink and fool specials available all show long.

The Mixx, 443 E. Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, ticket prices vary, 6 to 8 p.m., themixxclub.com

Teddy Bear Tea DEC. 3

Teddy Bear Tea is a seasonal celebration with tea, sandwiches, scones and sweet treats for the whole family to enjoy. Santa himself will appear to listen to the Christmas wishes of the children, and each child will receive a teddy bear as a memento of the experience.

The Langham Huntington, 1401 S. Oak Knoll Avenue, Pasadena, $85 admission, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/ los-angeles/offers/dining-offers/teddybear-tea

Pasadena City College Flea Market DEC. 6

With over 400 collectors and countless intermingling shoppers, the College Flea Market promises a little something for everyone, ranging from high end antiques to items you’d find in a typical rummage sale.

Pasadena City College, 1570 E. Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., 626-585-7906, pasadena.edu/ community/flea-market

Tuesday Musicale of Pasadena Concert DEC. 6

Bring the family and join Tuesday Musicale for a free concert of “Anniversaries” by Leonard Bernstein, as well as songs by Beethoven and Mel Torme.

Altadena Baptist Church, 791 East Calaveras, Altadena, 12:30 p.m., free, 626-797-1994, tmpasca.org

ADVERTISING SALES EXECUTIVE

Since 1998 Times Media Group has been a locally owned news and entertainment media company. Fast forward to today and TMG is now one of the largest print and digital media companies in the Southwest. With this level of growth and expansion we need to add to our multi-media sales team. Times Media Group is seeking an experienced advertising account executive. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced advertising sales professional. TMG has grown significantly as a result of its great professional team, and its well-known print and digital media platforms, including the Pasadena Weekly and Arroyo Magazine.

WHAT WE NEED

Two years of outside advertising sales experience is preferred. A good candidate for this position is financially motivated, possesses exceptional organizational skills and is ready to embrace a real opportunity to work on a quality team. An ideal candidate will be familiar with the San Gabriel Valley area including Pasadena, Alhambra, Altadena, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena and the surrounding areas. We are seeking an individual who can sell solutions not just ads, who appreciates straight-talk, and is hardworking, motivated, and values working in a positive team environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

+ Base Pay + Commission + Health Benefits + 401(k) + Remote Work + Paid Vacations and Holidays If, based on the requirements, you are a qualified candidate and would like to join a quality team and get on with your future, respond with your resume and a cover letter outlining why you believe you are a good fit for the position. We are currently scheduling interviews. Times Media Group offers a positive work environment, great product line and a significant opportunity for income growth. Times Media Group: Times Media Group is a digital and print media company that operates in the Phoenix, Tucson, San Diego, Los Angeles & Ventura County markets. It serves a wide variety of demographic audiences and communities.

E-mail Resumes & Cover Letter to: Zac@TimesPublications.com

• BUSINESS •

Long Valley Solar Shades can tackle any window treatment job, from drapes to wood shutters and blinds, motorized installations to roller shades, and residential to commercial.

Chris and Jill Yensen made the transition from the golf and software industries to window treatment after marrying in 2005.

Chris and Jill Yensen change lives with Long Valley

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Pasadena Weekly Executive Editor

Chris and Jill Yensen were working in the golf and software industries, respectively, when they decided to make a life change.

Within a month, the couple married and founded Long Valley Solar Shades said. “They’re steering away from corded shades. It’s become a big legal liability. All of our products are safe for children. They’re breakaway or cordless, for example, in 2005.

“We lived in a mountain resort, 100 miles north of Boise, and it had everything you would want in a recreation area,” Chris said.

“I was working at the golf course in the pro shop, and it was getting to be the first of September. We closed in October because of the weather. We were faced with me being unemployed. I didn’t want to work for anyone, so we went into business for ourselves.”

The move to LA last year was a return home for Jill, who was born and raised in Glendale. Here, Long Valley Solar Shades offers custom consultation, fabrication and installation of quality window treatments for San Gabriel Valley and the greater LA area. They specialize in solar shades but can tackle any window treatment job, from drapes to wood shutters and blinds, motorized installations to roller shades, and residential to commercial.

Jill handles the design, while Chris covers the technical and installation side. It’s a true family business.

“We do so much more than solar shades,” she said. “We do everything — honeycomb shades, wood blinds. If it’s related to window treatment, chances are we’ve done it.”

Solar shades, Jill contends, can change and save lives. Installed on the exterior, they block dangerous UV rays and allow residents to stay comfortable and healthy.

“It protects your children as well as your artwork, textiles, photography and floors,” she said.

“Everyone wants to lower their carbon footprint. This does it all the time — without having to do anything. You can see through them when you leave them down. It allows you to use much less A/C.”

Chris adds that clients have reported to him an 8- to 15-degree temperature drop in the house.

“We do have other insulating shades, but the neat thing about solar shades is you’re killing the heat before they penetrate the glass and windows,” he said.

“We can also motorize just about any shade that we do — interior, exterior or patio shade.”

Many of the products the Yensens sell and install can be controlled on by a cellphone app. They’re safe, too, as the companies have eschewed design that could endanger children.

“Most of the manufacturers are really concerned about child safety issues,” he which is wonderful. It’s a better look — a nice clean look. We love that. “The cordless blinds from Hunter Douglas are really fantastic. They took the whole weight out of the shades. You don’t have to lift anything. Those last longer. Our clients really adore them — especially the honeycombs that you can open from the top. Then you can get light coming into the house, bouncing off the ceiling, but you still have the privacy.” Blinds that open from the top are especially pleasing for LA residents who have close neighbors. “We sell a lot of those for sure,” he said. Recently, the Yensens have worked in the commercial field, setting up blinds for a modernized McDonald’s and a media post-production company in DTLA. The Yensens are pleased they can make their customers’ lives more comfortable, but it’s a win-win. They enjoy meeting new people and learning the stories behind them. “We get to meet so many neat people and see so many incredible homes,” he said. “We service everybody. We were fortunate enough to have some really nice jobs in Idaho.” Jill adds, “We love meeting people. People are spending a lot more time at home since the COVID-19 quarantine. People want to make their space comfortable. That’s what we aim to do.”