Business Focus - June 2011 by Whittier Chamber

A Publication of the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce

JUNE 2011 • VOL. 17 NO. 6

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City staff and leaders will reflect on City accomplishments from the past year, discuss current economic concerns and recovery, and review plans for the future, including steps to ensure the health and stability of Whittier, at the annual State of the City breakfast presented by the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce. This popular event is open to all business owners and citizens of Whittier and will be held on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at the Whittier Area Community Church from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Registration will open at 8:00 a.m. with a lite breakfast courtesy of California Grill. Tickets are $15 per person. This year’s Address will highlight City projects such as the revised Whittier Blvd. Specific Plan, the new police facility, mineral extraction (oil drilling) in the Whittier Hills, economic stimulus and business assistance programs, infrastructure updates and the City budget. Mayor Cathy Warner is expected to serve as Master of Ceremonies for the morning’s program. “The Whittier Chamber is pleased to host this important event for our community,” stated Chamber President Ben Greer. “It is an excellent opportunity for the businesses and residents of Whittier to interact with city officials and get the latest information on upcoming developments,” concluded Greer. Take advantage of this opportunity to hear firsthand what exciting developments are occurring in Whittier by attending this event on June 22. To RSVP for the Whittier Chamber’s 2011 State of the City Address please call the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554 or register safely online in the Chamber Mall at www.whittierchamber.com.

City Extends Programs to Assist Businesses The City Council recently voted to extend the Local Economic Stimulus and Business Assistance Plan’s incentives that were due to expire at the end of June. The City will continue with the fee subsidies on planning and building permits and fee reductions on temporary banner sign permits that were designed to help businesses save money during the recession. For more information on the Local Economic Stimulus and Business Assistance Plan, visit the Community Development section of the City’s new website at w w w. c i t y o f w h i t t i e r. o rg o r c a l l (562) 567-9320.

Free Business Seminar Helps Retailers Avoid the Summer Slump She’s back! International speaker, Ms. Barbara Wold, returns to Whittier this month to present the June Business Seminar, “Effective Selling to Avoid the Summer Slump.” Ms. Wold will help you recognize that every single person that passes a retailer's storefront is a potential customer. Therefore business owners and staff members need to learn how to gain that customer’s attention and draw them into the store! Retailers need to make shopping in their store an enjoyable experience and ensure that customers not only leave with plenty of packages, but also plan to return every time they need a gift, clothing, accessories, home furnishings, service, etc. Don't go through the summer in a “slump” like the others. Instead, BUSINESS OWNERS SEMINAR SERIES Brought to you by the get energized at this mini summer camp for business owners! Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce With more than 40 years of firsthand retail experience in executive and sales management, marketing and repositioning, Ms. Wold is one of retail's most sought after speakers and consultants. The City and Chamber are excited to have her back this month. Ms. Wold is considered by many as an authority on building business through customer driven strategy and maximizing human assets. In an average year, Ms. Wold presents over 100 speeches around the globe and has "WOWED" over 500,000 people from all 50 of the United States, as well as Puerto Rico, Guam, Canada, Mexico, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, India, Colombia, Brazil, Venezuela and the United Arab Emirates. The event is part of the B.O.S.S. program (Business Owners’ Seminar Series), which is co-sponsored by the Whittier Chamber and the City of Whittier, and will be the final seminar until the program resumes in September. The workshop is free to attend and will be held at the Whittier Central Library Nixon Room on June 16th from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Please call the City of Whittier at (562) 567-9320 to RSVP as seating is limited.

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Mayor Cathy Warner is serious about supporting the Whittier Chamber! She stopped by during the 5-Chamber Kaleidoscope Mixer to help kick off the Chamber’s new “Where in the Whittier Area is John Greenleaf Whittier?” social media campaign sporting her orange city pride! For more mixer photos see page 9

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The women of Soroptimist International of Whittier (SIW) joined forces with the Patricia L. Scheifly Breast Health Center at PIH by raising $4,000 to provide qualifying women with a free screening mammogram in honor of Mother’s Day. See more community celebration photos on page 4

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As I write my second “President’s Message,” I want to let you know what a privilege it is to be part of this great organization. For me, last month’s highlight was our “Salute to Service” program at our Wake Up Whittier networking breakfast. At this event we featured many of the nonprofit organizations that make Whittier such a terrific place to live and work. My thanks to Mayor Cathy Warner for taking the time to join us and update us on the issues our City Council is addressing. Our Chamber’s ribbon cuttings continue to be important events for our business community. They allow us to highlight some of Ben Greer, the business entrepreneurs who have invested their resources in the GM Properties Whittier area and congratulate them on their success. On May 12, I attended a ribbon cutting for Dr. Ted Tanabe that showcased his new office on Hadley. As a commercial broker, I had been in this office before and it was – to say the least – not impressive. However, yesterday was a great example of an individual investing in his business; Dr. Tanabe had completely remodeled his suite and had his entire staff there to showcase his business. I love to see this commitment and investment in Whittier, congratulations Dr. Tanabe! This month I will again get to emcee our Wake Up Whittier networking breakfast which will be at Don Steves Autoplex. This event is now on the 3rd Wednesday of every month, which will be June 15, so mark your calendars accordingly. Come and rub shoulders with your Whittier Chamber business partners and city officials. For further networking, our Tasty Tuesday networking lunch will be on Tuesday, June 28 at Fenix 5-4 in Uptown Whittier. Fenix 5-4 is another example of a Whittier business entrepreneur turning a “tired” space into a terrific new restaurant in Uptown. Congratulations and thanks to owner Kyle Koestner for investing in our city! If you are new to the Chamber, check out our new member orientation on Thursday, June 9th. This event will be held at the Chamber office from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Come and get a heads up on what the Chamber is about and how it can benefit you and your business. This event is open to new representatives to Chamber member business as well as those who would like a refresher course on Chamber benefits. One of my favorite events every year is the State of the City Address which will be presented by Mayor Cathy Warner along with City Manager Steve Helvey. This will take place on June 22 at the Whittier Area Community Church from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. There are a lot of key issues before the Council including the proposed changes to the Whittier Blvd Specific Plan. This event is open to the public and we encourage you to attend and discover the good things that are happening in our City…Whittier really is an amazing place. We encourage you to also attend the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life over Father’s Day weekend. You are welcome to join the Whittier Chamber’s team, or participate through one of the many other teams raising money at this event. Having lost my Father to cancer, I have found this a very moving event and worthy of my support.

Congratulations to the Whittier Community Foundation for the beautiful Whittier Police Memorial that now adorns our City Hall campus. The Council and I also want to extend our gratitude to all the community members and business owners who supported the Memorial with your generous donations. This privately-funded artwork sculpted by California artist Alanna Roth is entitled “The Final Salute.” The sculpture honors the men and women of the Whittier Police Department and especially the two Whittier police officers who gave their lives in the line of duty: Officer John Pierce and Officer Mike Lane. If you have not had a chance to see it, I Cathy Warner, encourage you to come by City Hall to view the beautiful artwork. Whittier City Mayor Business and property owners should be aware that during last month’s Budget Study Session, the City Council voted to extend the Local Economic Stimulus and Business Assistance Plan’s incentives that were due to expire at the end of this month. The fee subsidies on planning and building permits and fee reductions on temporary banner sign permits were designed to help you save money during the recession. The City Council remains committed to assist the business community particularly during these trying times. For more information on the Local Economic Stimulus and Business Assistance Plan visit Community Development on the City’s website at www.cityofwhittier.org or call (562) 567-9320. This month, the Council will review the recommendations by the Planning Commission on the Whittier Boulevard Specific Plan (WBSP). Business and property owners will have an opportunity to weigh in on the proposed modifications at a public hearing this month. The WBSP is the City’s guideline for future development on the Boulevard and is being updated to address unanticipated changes to business patterns primarily brought on by the recession. The proposed changes still reflect the original vision and goals of the document from 2005. Please visit the City’s website at www.cityofwhittier.org for more information and updates. As a reminder, last month the City changed the City Council meeting agenda order for a 90-day trial period. The City Council will continue to meet at 6:30 PM; however, the order of the agenda has changed. The Council meetings will now begin with Closed Session. The City Council will reconvene in public session at 7:30 PM and continue with Presentations, Oral Communications and other business items. For more information on the City Council meetings, please visit the City website at www.cityofwhittier.org. Finally, thanks to the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce for planning the State of the City Address on June 22 at the Whittier Area Community Church. We look forward to seeing you there!

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On May 1st, the Whittier Uptown Board of Directors spent a day at the Radisson Hotel for our annual Board Retreat. The event was designed to be a full day focused on how to provide better support for the community and our membership. The agenda allowed us to formally study our by laws together so that all new Board members fully understood that our Association is governed by these guidelines. We looked at four financial goals and reviewed each of the Association's events. One of our objectives for the retreat was to come away with a fresh vision of where we want to take the Association. Together we would like to make safety, lighting, and signage major objectives for the next year in order to improve our environment in Uptown. Allan Nakken, We are also taking a close look at our W.U.A. logo in hopes of Executive Director simplifying what we say to the public. We collectively believe that branding our logo is important. If Uptown is a destination, let’s determine why the public comes to Uptown and begin to capitalize on that. Events in Uptown are always a priority. On April 23rd we completed another successful Antique Faire with several thousand shoppers filling the streets. We are just weeks away from commencing our newest event, the Sunday Market Place that will be held in the Uptown parking lot alongside Greenleaf Ave. between Hadley and Bailey. The Sunday Market Place Event has been created to attract local and surrounding communities to visit, shop and dine in Uptown Whittier. This weekly event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each Sunday of the year. This new vibrant event is a collection of Certified Local growers, artisans, crafts and shopping booths, as well as live music performed by local musicians that will create a unique ambience for the Uptown experience. We would like to encourage everyone and their families to come out and “Experience the Goodness in Uptown!” On August 20th we will hold our 11th Annual Hot Rod and Muscle Car Show. We have been working diligently to bring back to Whittier the hot rods and muscle cars that once filled our streets. Last year’s car count was reduced to approximately 350 cars. With two additional classes of cars, we hope to exceed 500 cars this August. Our Wednesday Night Family Fair is off and running and we are very pleased with the event thus far. We are doing our best to bring diversity and value to Uptown and one of the main objectives is to bring over 300,000 shoppers to the streets of Uptown, which we hope will bring revenue to our merchants. We are grateful for our great relationship with the Chamber and have agreed to co sponsor the Relay For Life that will be held at Cal High on June 18th and 19th. We need walkers to support this fine event. If you are interested in participating, please call the Association for details at (562) 696-2662 or visit us online at www.WhittierUptown.org.

Fixing the System for Those Most in Need During these challenging economic times, governments across the U.S. are facing unprecedented challenges to their ability to deliver services. Nowhere is that more apparent than in the nation’s largest county – Los Angeles County. As the ultimate safety net for those most in need, we must examine our largest expenditures and determine how we can maximize scarce taxpayer resources. Without question, the single largest growth in County Don Knabe, expenditures is the General Relief (GR) program. This is a stateLos Angeles County mandated program that requires counties to provide assistance Supervisor, 4th District to indigent adults who do not qualify for other benefits. As of December 2010, the County’s GR caseload consisted of 70 percent of the total statewide population receiving General Relief, making it more than 80 times larger than the GR caseload for Riverside, San Bernardino, and Orange Counties, combined. On top of these already sizeable demands on our system, the economic crisis has increased the number of people needing our services, due to a foreclosure or job loss. Many families are using County services for the first time, desperate for help. We have seen our caseload soar: up 73 percent over the past three years, from 63,000 to 109,000, with a dramatic increase in costs to the County from $148 million to $219 million. Behind these numbers lies another troubling statistic: nearly one-third of the entire GR caseload is not pursuing either employment or disability benefits, the two routes off of General Relief. This cannot continue. Currently, individuals on GR receive about $221 in cash and about $120 in food stamps per month. For those seeking employment or disability benefits, nothing would change. For those not pursuing either option and just receiving cash, we would substitute a $297 housing voucher. This motion is not meant to punish those who are currently on General Relief, but to put a stop to endless cash assistance for those who are not playing by the rules of the program. Unfortunately, Los Angeles County also has an affordable housing issue. With some of the savings and reduced costs from the GR program that we expect to see given the experiences of other jurisdictions, we can help alleviate this housing problem. The County would direct 50 percent of the cost savings into a newly established General Relief Anti-Homelessness Account, while the additional 50 percent would go into the County’s General Fund. The County has historically worked proactively to get out in front of fiscal problems. By restructuring the General Relief program, we have an opportunity to do just that. The time to act is now, before further challenges brought forth by the state and the federal budget situation force decisions that would not benefit anyone, let alone the people most in need. For more information on other local issues, contact the office of Supervisor Don Knabe at (213) 974-4444 or read more interesting posts from his blog at www.knabe.com/dons-blog.

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Whittier Community Foundation Dedicates Police Memorial The Whittier Community Foundation recently held a formal dedication of the Whittier Police Memorial on Friday, May 20th. The privately-funded sculpture was placed in front of the new Whittier Police Station, 13200 Penn Street, to honor the men and women who make up the Whittier police force. Funding for the Police Memorial was raised by the Whittier Community Foundation, a non-profit group which raises funds for project and programs to benefit the local community. The Memorial is a gift to the City and the Police Department from the Foundation. The Whittier Police Memorial, designed by California artist Alanna Roth, is entitled “The Final Salute” and features a sculpture of a police officer saluting a fallen comrade, while his hand rests on the shoulder of the fallen officer’s child, who holds an American flag. Two Whittier police officers have been killed in the line of duty over the years, Mike Lane and John Pierce. Lane was killed on December 13, 1979 from gunshot wounds and Pierce died on May 16, 1977 from injuries suffered during an assault. Family members of both fallen officers were in attendance at the ceremony where they were honored for the sacrifice they endured. The dedication ceremony included tributes to Lane and Pierce by their former colleagues, along with other activities to honor Whittier’s police force. Artist Roth also spoke about the effect the creation of this sculpture has had on her life. “Our police officers put their lives on the line every time they go to work,” said Fran Shields, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, “The Memorial will show how much the community appreciates their courage and dedication, and this donation shows that the Whittier community does support our police force.” Following the dedication ceremony, light refreshments were served in the Police Station community room and patio for friends, family and community members. For further information on the recent dedication and the memorial, please contact Shields at (562) 567-9460 or at fshields@cityofwhittier.org.

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Tax tips Two Sides to Mortgage Prepayments Prepaying your home mortgage can be tempting these days, compared to the alternatives. You’ll earn next to nothing putting money into bank accounts and money market funds. Tax-deferred accounts such as 401(k) plans may be unappealing if you fear you’ll withdraw money at higher tax rates in the future. Inside or outside a 401(k), you might not want to hold too much of your net worth in the volatile stock market. By contrast, paying down your home mortgage may be a safe way Richard Scrivanich, Harvey & Parmelee to put extra cash to good use. You’ll reduce the amount of interest LLP you pay to your lender. In case of a financial emergency, you might be happy to have a lighter debt load. Mortgage prepayments may make sense–but they may not. Typically, the decision to pay down your mortgage is half financial and half emotional. Focus on finance To determine the financial pros and cons of a mortgage prepayment, run the numbers. Chances are, your home mortgage interest rate is 6% or less because rates have been in this neighborhood for a few years. As of this writing, the national average rate for a 30 year fixed mortgage is 4.8%. If you have a mortgage with a much higher rate and you have sufficient home equity, refinancing can be a good choice. Assuming that you have a mortgage with an interest rate around 5%, the numbers are not hard to crunch. Say your effective income tax rate (federal and state) is around 30%. Your total tax savings from deducting your interest payments would be about 1.5%: 30% times 5%. If you pay 5% in interest and save 1.5% in tax, your after-tax cost of the mortgage is 3.5% in this hypothetical example. In this case, prepaying your mortgage would produce an after-tax return of 3.5%: that’s the annual rate of interest you’d avoid paying with each prepayment. Moreover, that’s a 3.5% return, after tax, without the investment risk you’d assume by putting money into stocks or bonds. Does it make sense to pay down a 5% mortgage for a risk-free after tax return of around 3.5%? Perhaps, if you have a large amount of money in low yielding bank accounts or money market funds. However, you should realize that using cash to prepay your mortgage reduces your access to money you might need in the future.

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National Small Business Week recognizes the contributions of small businesses to local and national economy During the week of May 16th-20th, business leaders and government officials gathered for National Small Business Week to celebrate the contributions of small business owners who provide stability to the US economy. As a leading partner to small businesses, and with hundreds of locally-owned and operated stores nationwide including Cartridge World - Whittier, Cartridge World is a vital part of this community. Small businesses are key to the economic wellbeing of this country. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), small businesses create 60-80 percent of all new jobs in the country. More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business. The entrepreneurial spirit behind the estimated 27.2 million small businesses in America continues to drive innovation and increases our country's competitiveness in the global economy while also creating jobs. Despite growth, the current economic climate has not been easy for small business owners. In a recent survey of small business office managers across the nation commissioned by Cartridge World, 34 percent of respondents said they are working with decreased budgets compared to two years ago and 79 percent of office managers told Cartridge World that in the past two years their job responsibilities have increased. Cartridge World is dedicated to providing solutions to small businesses that need help the most. “Many in our business community are concerned about cost and value in these times and we are committed to helping our local small business customers,” says Gus Arriaza, owner of Cartridge World - Whittier. Cartridge World's national network of retailers provides high quality ink and toner printer cartridges to large and small businesses and institutions. Their focus on remanufactured and refilled cartridges helps small businesses keep their costs low, while being able to rely on a great product. Franchise organizations like Cartridge World provide entrepreneurs with a compelling business opportunity, even in a difficult economy. While each Cartridge World store is individually owned and operated, franchisees benefit from the established marketing, financial and organizational guidelines and procedures provided by the parent corporation. This operational framework provides the security; experience and expertise that can help a small business thrive, even in a difficult economy.

"Cartridge World - Whittier combines the quality, consistency and economies of a large corporation with a local focus," said Arriaza. "We work with local schools to help them implement conservation programs, we help local hospitals and other institutions continue to deliver their services in a time of shrinking budgets, and we help other local small businesses cut costs and increase profits. We're proud of the contribution we make to our local business community, and grateful to our customers who understand the critical contribution that small businesses make to the overall economic health of America." For more information about small business solutions from Cartridge World - Whittier located at 14826 Whittier Blvd., please contact Gus Arriaza at (562) 945-4465 or g.arriaza@verizon.net. For information franchise opportunities from Cartridge World, please visit www.cartridgeworld.com.

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WHAT’s COOL IN YOUR SCHOOL Whittier Union High Schools in Top Third Among Similar Schools in State Whittier Union High School District’s five comprehensive high schools continue to rank among the top third among the state’s high schools with similar demographics, according to results from the 2010 Base Academic Performance Index (API) report released today by the California State Department of Education (CDE). The similar schools rank is similar to the statewide rank, except that each school is ranked relative to a group of 100 schools determined to be similar to the comparison school based on certain school, student, and teacher characteristics. California and La Serna High schools both ranked a 10 among similar schools. Santa Fe and Whittier High School both ranked a 9 and Pioneer High School ranked an 8 among similar schools. Only eight other comprehensive high schools in Los Angeles County received a 10 in their similar schools rank. Also, only Whittier Union and ABC Unified School District in Cerritos had two high schools that received a similar schools ranking of 10 -- magnets and specialized charter schools not included. At the state level, Whittier Union was one of only 12 districts to have more than one high school rank a 10 among similar schools. Out of all of the comprehensive high schools in California, only 51 ranked a 10 among similar schools and La Serna and California high schools were the 8th and the 2nd largest schools on the list respectively – 21 of the schools listed had less than 1,000 students. “It is gratifying to see that our schools continue to rank among the top schools in the state,” said Superintendent Sandra Thorstenson. “Continued growth in academic achievement is a challenge to maintain at the high school level, especially when one considers the deep budget cuts we continue to make due to extreme reductions in state funding.” “In our case, the school ranks are more positive evidence supporting the work our faculty and staff have undertaken through our “Whatever It Takes” initiative,” Thorstenson said. “We remain focused and dedicated to ensuring that all students continue to achieve at higher levels.” API ranks should be considered along with other student achievement data in order to get a comprehensive view of how well the Whittier Union High School District is educating and preparing students for higher education and careers, Thorstenson said. During the last six years Whittier Union’s District API has increased by 143 points, well over the state average of 59 points. In addition all five comprehensive high schools are in the 91st to 98th percentile for API growth out of 987 comprehensive high schools in California. In addition, 99.4 percent of Whittier Union’s class of 2010 met the CAHSEE requirement for graduation, the graduation rate is above 90 percent, 45 percent of students are completing all courses required for entrance into a four-year university and more than 80 percent of Whittier Union’s graduates go on to attend a four-year college, community college, or technical education college. “Our data continues to show that when you set high expectations for students and provide them with a quality instructional program and the support they need to reach those higher

levels of academic achievement, they will meet or exceed those expectations,” Thorstenson said. “We will continue to set the bar high for all of our students and do ‘Whatever It Takes’ to help them reach those goals so that they graduate well prepared for the challenges of college and careers.”

Whittier Union Teachers Participate in NBC Education Town Hall Twenty Whittier Union High School District teachers were selected to appear on NBC’s Education Nation Teacher Town Hall which can be viewed online at http://www.educationnation.com Whittier Union’s teachers were among 350 representatives of the Southern California teaching community in the studio audience. The Teacher Town Hall was broadcast live from NBC’s studios in Burbank and provided a forum for area educators to brainstorm ideas and solutions for reinventing education in America, talk about what works in the classroom and discuss the challenges of today’s education system. “Our country has historically made its best decisions after careful consideration and public debate,” said Jack Ketchem, a history teacher at California High School who was chosen to be a panelist. “I am delighted that NBC is facilitating this national dialogue and that teachers’ voices are included at the forefront. “I am especially proud to have had the opportunity to represent Whittier Union since our District has worked so hard to remain on the cutting edge of educational reform and excellence,” he said. During the last nine years, Whittier Union has become a nationally recognized leader in educational equity and reform. The District’s teachers have been at the forefront of Whittier Union’s transformation into a high-achieving district of five comprehensive high schools serving 13,680 students. “This was a great opportunity for our teachers to share the ground breaking work they have done to increase student achievement by improving instructional practices and augmenting student support through our ‘Whatever It Takes’ initiative,” said Whittier Union High School District Superintendent Sandra Thorstenson. “They know firsthand how our efforts are helping all of our students to achieve at higher levels.” Twenty teachers represented Whittier Union at the NBC Education Teacher Town Hall. The event can be viewed online at: http://www.educationnation.com. California High School teacher Jack Ketchem

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Are you working on clock time or 'real' time? Learn how to manage your day by understanding the difference. By Joe Mathews, Don Debolt and Deb Percival www.entrepreneur.com Chances are good that, at some time in your life, you've taken a time-management class, read about it in books, and tried to use an electronic or paper-based day planner to organize, prioritize and schedule your day. "Why, with this knowledge and these gadgets," you may ask, "do I still feel like I can't get everything done I need to?" The answer is simple. Everything you ever learned about managing time is a complete waste of time because it doesn't work. Before you can even begin to manage time, you must learn what time is. A dictionary defines time as "the point or period at which things occur." Put simply, time is when stuff happens. There are two types of time: clock time and real time. In clock time, there are 60 seconds in a minute, 60 minutes in an hour, 24 hours in a day and 365 days in a year. All time passes equally. When someone turns 50, they are exactly 50 years old, no more or no less. In real time, all time is relative. Time flies or drags depending on what you're doing. Two hours at the department of motor vehicles can feel like 12 years. And yet our 12-year-old children seem to have grown up in only two hours. Which time describes the world in which you really live, real time or clock time? The reason time-management gadgets and systems don't work is that these systems are designed to manage clock time. Clock time is irrelevant. You don't live in or even have access to clock time. You live in real time, a world in which all time flies when you are having fun or drags when you are doing your taxes. The good news is that real time is mental. It exists between your ears. You create it. Anything you create, you can manage. It's time to remove any self-sabotage or self-limitation you have around "not having enough time," or today not being "the right time" to start a business or manage your current business properly. There are only three ways to spend time: thoughts, conversations and actions. Regardless of the type of business you own, your work will be composed of those three items. As an entrepreneur, you may be frequently interrupted or pulled in different directions. While you cannot eliminate interruptions, you do get a say on how much time you will spend on them and how much time you will spend on the thoughts, conversations and actions that will lead you to success.

Practice the following techniques to become the master of your own time: 1. Carry a schedule and record all your thoughts, conversations and activities for a week. This will help you understand how much you can get done during the course of a day and where your precious moments are going. You'll see how much time is actually spent producing results and how much time is wasted on unproductive thoughts, conversations and actions. 2. Any activity or conversation that's important to your success should have a time assigned to it. To-do lists get longer and longer to the point where they're unworkable. Appointment books work. Schedule appointments with yourself and create time blocks for high-priority thoughts, conversations, and actions. Schedule when they will begin and end. Have the discipline to keep these appointments. 3. Plan to spend at least 50 percent of your time engaged in the thoughts, activities and conversations that produce most of your results. 4. Schedule time for interruptions. Plan time to be pulled away from what you're doing. Take, for instance, the concept of having "office hours." Isn't "office hours" another way of saying "planned interruptions?" 5. Take the first 30 minutes of every day to plan your day. Don't start your day until you complete your time plan. The most important time of your day is the time you schedule to schedule time. 6. Take five minutes before every call and task to decide what result you want to attain. This will help you know what success looks like before you start. And it will also slow time down. Take five minutes after each call and activity to determine whether your desired result was achieved. If not, what was missing? How do you put what's missing in your next call or activity? 7. Put up a "Do not disturb" sign when you absolutely have to get work done. 8. Practice not answering the phone just because it's ringing and e-mails just because they show up. Disconnect instant messaging. Don't instantly give people your attention unless it's absolutely crucial in your business to offer an immediate human response. Instead, schedule a time to answer email and return phone calls. 9. Block out other distractions like Facebook and other forms of social media unless you use these tools to generate business. 10. Remember that it's impossible to get everything done. Also remember that odds are good that 20 percent of your thoughts, conversations and activities produce 80 percent of your results.

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JUNE COMMUNITY CALENDAR Wednesdays in June: Community yoga classes @ Friends Chiropractic (6736 Friends Ave., Whittier), 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Bring a yoga mat or one will be provided. Certified Instructor: Rebecca Merlino. Voluntary donations accepted. Contact Friends Chiropractic (562) 698-1275 4 – 11 Graduation Lei Making Classes @ Heavenly Choice (534 N. Montebello Blvd., Montebello), 4 to 6 p.m. daily. June 4th & 5th: children's designs. June 6th, 7th and 8th: high school grad favorites. June 10th & 11th: fresh flower creations. FREE. Contact Heavenly Choice (323) 728-2728 4

Spring into Summer Carnival @ Emeritus at Casa Whittier (10615 Jordan Rd., Whittier), 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Enjoy a bounce house, face painting, clowns, entertainment, food and fun for the whole family! For more information call (562) 943-3724

Summer Boutique @ Adventure Park (10130 Gunn Ave., Whittier), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. FREE. Showcasing jewelry, skin care products, home décor and more. Contact (562) 587-2309 for more information

“Celebrate Living It Up in Whittier” Tea & Fashion Show @ Whittier Museum (6755 Newlin Ave., Whittier), 2 to 4 p.m. $25 for members; $35 for non-members. RSVP to (562) 945-3871

Artist’s Reception @ Whittier Art Gallery (8035 Painter Ave., Whittier), 2 to 5 p.m. Featured artist: Noh Joo Hwan. FREE. Call (562) 698-8710

Belsito Foundation 12th Annual Charity Golf Event @ California Country Club (1509 S. Workman Mill Rd., Whittier), 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Golf packages vary. Dinner package only $50. Contact (562) 407-1000 for more information

Pathways Support Group @ Red Cross Center (6706 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 to 8:30 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 698-0304 for more information

American Red Cross Rio Hondo Chapter’s 4th Annual “Hometown Heroes” Luncheon @ A Mi Hacienda Restaurant (9613 Whittier Blvd., Pico Rivera), 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost TBD. Contact (562) 945-3944 for more information YMCA’s 96th Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner @ Friendly Hills Country Club (8500 Villaverde Dr., Whittier), 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $40 per person. Contact (562) 907-2727 Ext: 1002 for more information

11 Whittier Fitness Network’s Body Composition Testing Event @ RMH Dancesport Center (6724 S. Bright Ave. Ste. A, Whittier), 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information join the WFN at www.whittierfitnessnetwork.com

AAUW Monthly Luncheon @ Radisson Hotel Whittier (7320 Greenleaf Ave., Whittier), 11:30 a.m. Cost $15. Guest mystery writer Denise Hamilton. Contact (562) 696-0296 or RSVP to WhittierAAUWreserv@yahoo.com

12 The Different Faces of Immigration @ Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary, SkyRose Chapel (3888 Workman Mill Rd., Whittier), 2 to 4 p.m. Exploring the Immigrant Experience through Literature, Film & Theater. Donation $10; $5 for students. Contact (562) 699-0921

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NETWORKING QUOTE Telecommunications services are historically not received very well due to sales representatives who were distant from the community in which they serviced. The interaction, with the Whittier Chamber and its constituents, has helped me to realize, extending myself to Whittier businesses as a consultant, helping them understand how to save on overhead and generate business allows for more money to stay in Whittier. I have been welcomed by many businesses and groups, such as Diana Gonzalez at Advanced Benefit Center, Andres Portillo at Dominos Pizza, WRHAP (Whittier Rio Hondo Aids Project), Team Referral Network and many more. All are Cbeyond customers or have sat down for a consultation. I have developed relationships with them all because of the Whittier Chamber of Commerce. I can’t thank the Whittier Chamber Staff enough for their help and trust, and allowing me the opportunity to be a part of such a great community; to be a part of the Chamber, and be a part of Whittier. - Cicero Salmon III

SAVE THE DATE Celebrate Remember Fight Back

14 Support Our Troops Week @ Merrill Gardens at Chateau Whittier (13250 E. Philadelphia St., Whittier), 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a fabulous feast and a live jazz band while raising money for troops overseas. Minimum donation: $10. Contact Tom Rios (562) 321-9403 15 Wake Up Whittier Networking Breakfast @ Don Steves Autoplex (1001 E. Whittier Blvd., La Habra), 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. FREE for Chamber members; $20 for non-members. Contact the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554 for more information 16 – 25 Laser Hair Removal Special @ Rejuvenating Skin Care Medical Aesthetics (709 W. Beverly Blvd., Ste. 202, Montebello), all day. 6 underarm sessions for only $99! For details or to schedule an appointment contact Darlene Sanchez (323) 726-9692 16 FREE Business Seminar – Effective Selling & How to Avoid the Summer Slump @ Nixon Room, Whittier Public Library (7344 Washington Ave., Whittier), 8 to 9:30 a.m. FREE. Contact the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554 for more information

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18 Lecture Series – “The Last Lynching in LA and Other Pico Related Stories” @ Pio Pico State Historic Park (6003 Pioneer Blvd., Whittier), 1 to 3 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 695-1217 Ext: 104 for more information

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PIH Topping Off Ceremony for new Critical Care Tower @ Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital, (Ed L. Shannon Tower Lobby), 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Contact PIH at (562) 698-0811

20 Pathways Support Group @ Red Cross Center (6706 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 698-0304 for more information

“Break Through the Bondage of Headaches” Workshop @ Friends Chiropractic (6736 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 698-1275 to RSVP

21 Pier to Pier Walk/Jog Challenge & Lunch Mixer @ location TBA, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. FREE. Taco lunch at Boogaloo’s Cafe (Hermosa Beach) to follow. For more details join the network at www.whittierfitnessnetwork.com 27 Pathways Support Group @ Red Cross Center (6706 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 698-0304 for more information 28 Tasty Tuesday Networking Lunch @ Fenix 5-4 (6754 Greenleaf Ave., Whittier), 11:30 a.m. Cost TBA. Contact the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554 for more information

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13 Pathways Support Group @ Red Cross Center (6706 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 698-0304 for more information

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Camp out 24 hours to raise money for cancer research, advocacy and education. Opening Ceremonies and Survivor Lap -- 9 a.m. Saturday Luminaria Ceremony -- 9 p.m. Saturday Closing Ceremony -- 8:30 a.m. Sunday PARTIAL ADSPACE DONATED BY ACRO PRINTING, INC.

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AROUND TOWN St. Paul’s Offers Program To Keep Students’ Minds Sharp This Summer St. Paul High School is offering a Summer Enrichment Program for students entering the 6th, 7th & 8th grades. This program will help students maintain their academic skills in Math and Language Arts, while enjoying Physical Education, Current Events, Fine Arts, Leadership Skills and Community Service opportunities. Classes will be held June 20th through July 29th (with the exception of July 1st and 4th) from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. One week session is $100 and a six week session is $500. For information and registration go to www.stpaulhs.org/summerenrichment or call (562) 698-6246 x720.

Applications Now Available For A City Commission

The Whittier City Council is seeking applicants to fill vacancies on the following advisory boards: Board of Library Trustees, Cultural Arts Commission, Historic Resources Commission, Parking and Transportation Commission, Personnel Board and Social Services Commission. Registered voters of the City of Whittier are eligible to apply. The application packet is available under the Services section of the City’s website www.cityofwhittier.org. For additional information or to obtain an application, call (562) 567-9850 or visit the City Clerk-Treasurer’s Department at City Hall, 13230 Penn St. Applications should be returned to the City no later than Monday, June 20th, 2011 at 5 p.m. to be considered for July 1st appointments.

Heavenly Choice Offers Graduation Lei Making Classes

Create a unique graduation lei for that special graduate! Heavenly Choice will be teaching Lei making classes from June 4th through June 11th and will demonstrate 6 different lei styles. Saturday and Sunday, June 4th and 5th, will be children’s and kindergarten designs in cellophane. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, June 6th, 7th and 8th, will be high school grad favorites made of money, ribbon and bows. Friday and Saturday, June 10th and 11th, will be fresh flower creations. Join Heavenly Choice daily from 4 to 6 p.m. or on weekends from 12 to 3 p.m. Stay within a budget while creating a unique gift for that favorite graduate! Each session will also include specialty themes such as Hello Kitty, Princess, Spiderman, Sponge Bob and Sports. Classes are free and all are welcome to attend. Heavenly Choice Plaza is located at 534 N. Montebello Blvd. in Montebello. For further details, please call (323) 728-2728.

Chamber Member Performs New Alternative Health Procedure

Healthways Medical Group is excited to offer a new non surgical medical procedure called PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma). This procedure is used for healing a variety of musculoskeletal problems ranging from acute conditions like muscle sprains and tendonitis to chronic pain due to arthritis. It is especially good as an alternative to surgeries as it enables the body to heal itself without risking operation. In the procedure, a few tablespoons of the patient’s blood is removed and then processed in a centrifuge. The platelet rich plasma portion of the blood which contains the growth factors are then reintroduced into the patients damaged areas to initiate new healing. PRP is effective because it delivers growth factors directly into an injury in higher doses than the body can apply naturally. Because the process uses patients' own blood and the body's natural healing process, the therapy has minimal side effects. The procedure has been done with success on pro athletes such as Tiger Woods and Hines Ward, and is even safe and effective on the elderly population. PRP is being utilized in many medical offices now across the nation. If you are trying to avoid surgery and want to get back in good health, call for a free consultation. The procedure is covered partially with most types of insurance. For more information contact Healthways Medical Group at (562) 698-7161.

“Cut-A-Thon” A Huge Success

Whittier Chamber member Salon Cheval recently held a Cut-A-Thon on April 17th. The stylists performed 70 haircuts for men, women and children. There were raffle prizes totaling over $500 worth of product and services which also brought in donations. The salon was able to present local organization Whittier First Day a check for $1,000. The stylists want to thank the community for coming in to get their hair cut and for enjoying the excitement and refreshments. Salon Cheval plans to make the Cut-A-Thon a yearly event. For more information, contact Salon Cheval at (562) 696-7979.

Headache Seminar Back By Popular Demand

There are 129 classifications for headaches but only one matters - yours! Stop by Friends Chiropractic to learn everything you need to know about headaches: how to eliminate them, identifying the danger signs for serious headaches and more. Don’t let headaches ruin your life! Register for a special workshop on Monday, June 20th at 7 p.m. at Friends Chiropractic, 6736 Friends Ave. with Dr. Yani Feliciano, Board Qualified Chiropractic Orthopedist and Wellness Advisor. Attendees will receive a free booklet, workshop materials and a ProAdjuster scan. RSVP by calling (562) 698-1275 to reserve a seat. Free booklet and materials for all participants, as well as a special ProAdjuster scan. You’ve got nothing to lose but your pain!

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AROUND TOWN CPR Training At Beverly Hospital Prepares Young Marines

Approximately 50 boys and girls from the LCpl Kenneth L. Worley Young Marine unit recently received life-saving CPR and First Aid training at Beverly Hospital. The class offered the opportunity to learn basic training in a dynamic group environment with feedback from certified CPR instructors. The Young Marines learned how to administer immediate care to an injured person before a first responder arrives or even save a life! “I’m happy that Beverly Hospital has made this program available to the community - our Young Marines are eager to be here.” says Nelson Del Rey, Executive Officer from the Marine unit based in Bellflower/Norwalk, CA. Beverly Hospital’s accredited Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training program, in partnership with the American Heart Association, reaches out to the community to promote an awareness campaign that encourages the public to recognize the signs of sudden cardiac arrest, call 9-1-1 and how to perform CPR. The key component of the program is to teach CPR classes in the community and schools, so that more people can receive lifesaving training. To learn more about the Community Outreach CPR and First Aid training program at Beverly Hospital, call (323) 725-4241.

Women’s Group Hosts Monthly Luncheon and Features Mystery Author

Members of the Greater Whittier Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 11th at the Radisson Hotel Whittier, 7320 Greenleaf Ave., to honor the Myra Long College Scholarship winners and celebrate the installation of new officers for 2011-2012. Mystery writer Denise Hamilton will present her books highlighting Los Angeles and will autograph any that are purchased. Reservations at $15 for the luncheon meeting must be made by June 7th with Carole Restovich by phone at (562) 696-0296 or online at WhittierAAUWreserv@yahoo.com.

Friends Chiropractic Offers Community Yoga Classes

Friends Chiropractic offers community Yoga classes every Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. and all levels are welcome to attend. Learn how Yoga can help increase your flexibility, improve your range of motion, enhance your posture and much more. Bring a yoga mat or one will be provided. Certified Instructor: Rebecca Merlino. Location is at 6736 Friends Avenue, Whittier, CA 90601. Voluntary donations are accepted. Call (562) 698-1275 to reserve a spot.

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Local Fitness Network Offers Fun, Free Events In June

Focusing on losing fat and maintaining or increasing lean muscle is a much healthier way to increase longevity and weight loss. Join local residents and the Whittier Fitness Network (WFN) on Saturday, June 11th from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a free body composition analysis event at RMH DanceSport Center, 6724 S. Bright Ave., Suite A in Whittier. Everyone 8 years of age and older are welcome to test, which takes no more than 5 minutes. The event is free but donations will be gladly accepted. The Whittier Fitness Network will also be doing a Pier to Pier Walk/Jog Challenge and Lunch Mixer on Tuesday, June 21st from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Network with others, listen to the sounds of the ocean and enjoy a good workout walking or jogging. There will also be a free taco lunch at Boogaloo’s Cafe in Hermosa Beach, sponsored by the WFN. Please RSVP and bring a loved one (21 and over event). A 50/50 raffle will be offered with a chance to win prizes. For more details, please join the WFN website at www.WhittierFitnessNetwork. com. It’s free to join and get back on track to a healthier you!

Senior Volunteers Honored by City of Whittier

“Seeds of Kindness” was the theme for the 2011 Senior Volunteers Recognition Brunch, held in April at Parnell Park. There were 100 volunteers and their guests in attendance at the annual event, with Theresa Barrios honored as Volunteer of the Year. Whittier Mayor Cathy Warner thanked the volunteers for more than 16,000 hours of service in the following areas: Woodworkers of Whittier, Writer’s Club, Nutrition Program, Beading Class, Information and Referral Office, Needlecrafters Class, Tax Preparation, Conversational English Classes, Special Events, Walking Group, Advisory Committee, Writers and Book Club, Doll Projects, Quilting and Front Desk assistance. Barrios joined the Whittier Senior Center in 1999, serving on the Senior Center Advisory Committee from 2006 to 2008, and from 2010 to present. While on the Advisory Committee, she has served as Historian and Secretary. In 2009, Barrios took classes at the Whittier Area Literacy Council to enable her to tutor students in English. That year, she was instrumental in beginning a Conversational English class for seniors who are not native English speakers. Barrios also volunteers in the nutrition program, checking in participants and helping to set up and clean up. She had also volunteered to teach arts and crafts and container gardening classes, which the participants thoroughly enjoyed. Senior Center staff said Barrios’ dedication to the seniors in the community is extraordinary. Said Barrios, “I really like to volunteer and help people. This is a place where I can relax and not have any worries.” For more information on volunteer opportunities and other senior programs, call the Senior Center at (562) 567-9470.

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AROUND TOWN Symphony Announces Upcoming Free Concert Season

The Whole Child Celebrates Children’s Awareness Month With Additional Services

June is Children’s Awareness Month and in celebration of children and their emotional well-being, The Whole Child has expanded its specialized services for community children and their parents through programs in local schools. Counselors from The Whole Child have created groups focused on helping children in three specific areas: ADHD (Loads of Energy), preventing bullying (Talking Stick) and self esteem (It Feels Good to Be Me). These programs benefit children’s emotional health and allow them to thrive in school. These expanded services have been made possible as a result of the agency’s successful fundraising benefit, The Heart of a Child Gala, where over $100,000 was donated by generous individuals, companies, hospitals, local governments and foundations, all coming together to exemplify the true meaning of philanthropy. The Whole Child has provided counseling and child abuse-prevention services since 1957. For information about these services and others, contact The Whole Child at (562) 692-0383.

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Local Music Students Travel To Chicago and Win Top Honors East Whittier Middle School’s wind ensemble and string orchestra recently competed against 11 different high school groups and won top honors at the National Adjunctor’s Invitational Band & Orchestra Festival in Chicago. Eighty-nine students in the school’s two instrument groups took part in the National Adjudicator’s Invitational in Chicago that was held in April. The wind ensemble won the adjudicator’s honor award for best performance and its brass section also won top honors. The string orchestra tied for first place with Pierce High School in Richardson, Texas. The students also traveled to the University of Notre Dame for a meet and greet discussion with an esteemed conductor, and later enjoyed a clinic with the Chicago Youth Symphony. To learn more about the Music Program at East Whittier Middle School, please call (562) 789-7220.

The Whittier Adult Day Health Care announces the sponsorship of the Adult Care Food Program. Meals will be available at no separate charge to persons enrolled at the center. In accordance with Federal law and US Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. For information regarding enrollment at the center, please contact Tasleem Ansari, Program Director at (562) 944-6986.

Sponsors are being sought for the “Paws 4 A Cause” CanineOND A EC N S 3K Walk/Run and Fashion Show. The event will be held from 9 A a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday, September 24th, at the Palm Park P W Greenway Trailhead, 5703 Palm Avenue. Proceeds from the event S will benefit the Whittier Community Foundation. Sponsorships for Paws 4 A Cause are available at various levels, A CAUSE WHITTIER 2011 giving local businesses the opportunity to promote their goods and services to the community. Depending on the level of sponsorship, benefits can include space in the event program, business name and/or logo on the event t-shirt, mile-markers, finish-line banner, name or logo on the Foundation website with a hyperlink, along with provision of an informational booth and complimentary admissions. Vendors of all types of businesses are also invited to have a booth and market their businesses to the 1,000 plus residents expected to attend this event. Individual vendor booths cost $100. The September event will include a Canine 3-K Walk/Run, a shorter run for smaller and/or older dogs, a Dog Fashion Show, demonstrations and entertainment, along with opportunities for pet adoption from non-profit animal service groups. “Paws 4 A Cause” is a Committee of the Whittier Community Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to providing support for programs that benefit the Whittier community, fundraising year around to achieve this goal. Currently, the Foundation is spearheading the fundraising for the Greenway Trail Fitness Project. This project is for the purchase of outdoor fitness equipment for the Greenway Trail. Those interested in participating in the event as a sponsor or vendor, or for more information on the Canine-3K Walk/Run, “Paws 4 A Cause,” the Greenway Trail Fitness Project or the Whittier Community Foundation, contact Marlene Martel, Community Services Manager, at (562) 567-9460 or mmartel@cityofwhittier.org, or Jeff Lopez, Management Assistant, at (562) 567-9480 or jlopez@cityofwhittier.org. UA

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The dates for the Rio Hondo Symphony’s 2011-2012 concert season have been officially announced. The four admission-free concerts, performed for the benefit of everyone in the community, will be presented at 3 p.m. on Sundays in the Vic Lopez Auditorium at Whittier High School. Dates and concerts for the orchestra’s 79th season are: September 25th, 2011, Heroes; October 30th, 2011, Good Things! Small Packages!; February 5th, 2012, No Strings Attached, and May 6th, 2012, The Sea. Kimo Furumoto will be returning as Conductor and Music Director of the community symphony orchestra for a third year. Brochures outlining the concert programs will be available August 15th, 2011. To receive concert updates, send your email address to riohondosymphony@verizon.net. For further information, call (562) 698.8626 or visit the website at www.riohondosymphony.org.

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Thank You Renewing Members of the Whittier Chamber A.J. Barber Shop (562) 789-2521 1 Year

MPG Construction, Inc. (562) 947-8961 2 Years

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Banco Popular (562) 945-3724 96 Years

Pondoff Realty, Inc. (562) 692-7232 13 Years

Cintas Corporation (562) 692-8741 7 Years

Realty Executives Cornerstone (562) 698-0348 8 Years

Dream Dinners Whittier (562) 947-4201 4 Years

Red Oak BBQ (562) 907-0008 5 Years

E.C Air Conditioning (562) 698-1616 14 Years

RMH Dancesport Center (562) 693-9911 5 Years

Haendiges Plumbing Corporation (562) 698-8044 11 Years

Sargent’s Sporting Goods (562) 696-2120 4 Years

Jose Rodriguez Illustration (310) 739-4949 8 Years

SASSFA Partners for Progress (562) 946-2237 17 Years

MacDonald Design and Advertising (562) 699-5868 5 Years

Saving Grace Renovations (562) 447-0383 1 Year

Marketing Chocolate, Mario Medina (626) 233-5107 2 Years

Southern California Edison (562) 903-3191 19 Years

State Farm Insurance Michael Delgado (562) 944-6325 6 Years Stater Brothers Markets (562) 941-7711 12 Years Steve Burns Photography (562) 696-2065 19 Years John K. Sudick DDS (562) 698-8739 4 Years The Quad Shopping Center (562) 698-8739 14 Years The Traveling Traveler (562) 907-7938 3 Years Trinity Lutheran Church and School (562) 699-7431 13 Years White Emerson Mortuary (562) 698-0304 90 Years Whittier Place Senior Living (562) 777-1477 3 Years XTC Consulting, Inc. (562) 726-4402 1 Year

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“Tax Tips” - Continued from page 5

The bottom line is there is no answer that’s right for everyone. If you have ample income and sizeable net worth, you may prize the tax deductions you get with every mortgage payment. If you’re far from retirement and comfortable about your financial future, you may like the idea of putting extra cash into stocks and other assets with the potential for superior long-term returns. Carrying a mortgage has drawbacks, though. If you’d rather reduce your financial risk and the stress that accompanies it, paying down your mortgage might give you better sleep at night. If you have any questions regarding the above discussed topic or any other tax matter, please feel free to give me a call at (562) 698-9891. Richard Scrivanich, Partner For Harvey & Parmelee LLP

JUNE 2011

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NEW MEMBERS

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS

MARTIAL ARTS

Greenleaf’s Auto Body and Repair Haik Khachatryan 7713 Greenleaf Ave. Whittier, CA 90602 (562) 693-8125 greenleafsauto@verizon.net Greenleaf’s Auto Body is a family owned business offering 25 years of experience in the auto body industry, with enormous potential for growth and a commitment to excellence for their clients. They have installed a new state-of-the-art I-CAR and PPG certified repair facility and provide their customers with an absolute assurance to quality and lifetime repair. Rental cars and towing service are available if needed, as well as customer vehicle pick-up and drop-off service. Greenleaf’s Auto Body and Repair wants to give you peace of mind in knowing your car is in good hands.

DENTISTRY All Smiles Family Dentistry Grace Manzano 2448 W. Whittier Blvd. La Habra, CA 90631 (562) 691-8822 Grace.Manzano@hotmail.com

RESTAURANT Bambooze Sushi Restaurant and Brewhouse Mike Iniguez, Owner 6518 Greenleaf Ave. Whittier, CA 90601 (562) 696-2337 bamboozesushibar@gmail.com

Aloisio Silva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Miguel Cosio 9150 Painter Ave. Suite 105 E Whittier, CA 90602 (310) 720-9229 teamwarriors@ymail.com The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle far extends the world of competition; it is a way of life that incorporates the art of self defense to promote individual growth of the body, mind and soul through dedication, perseverance, respect, loyalty, faith and gratefulness. In turn, this art gives much back to the dedicated instructors and their students as it encourages changes in the everyday lifestyle that impacts one’s understandings of friendships, familial bonds, health and morals. The Silva BJJ Academies hold its members to the highest standards as it upholds the core principles of the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle.

Bambooze Sushi Restaurant and Brewhouse is located in the heart of Uptown Whittier in the Serenity Plaza. Refined sushi, karaoke on Wednesday, Thursdays, and Saturdays after 8 p.m., 40+ beers on tap, and a large variety of sake bombs are what keep their customers coming back for more. They are open Monday through Sunday and offer daily happy hour specials. Find them on Facebook to see pictures and restaurant hours. Don’t forget to “like” their page!

SCHOOLS

Founded in 2011 by Dr. Jonathan Arias, All Smiles Dentistry is a professional, comfortable and friendly environment. Their purpose is to bring healthy, beautiful smiles to the community. They use first-quality dental care in a state-of-the-art office. From the moment you enter, customers are greeted by the warm and friendly staff. Dr. Jonathan is a gentle and caring dentist who strives to make his patients feel comfortable, no matter how invasive the dental work is. Patients are sure to walk out with a smile!

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Springleaf Financial Services Cheri E. Serrano 11725 Whittier Blvd. Whittier, CA 90601 (562) 908-9602 Their name may be different, but their 90+ year tradition of service and values are stronger than ever. Springleaf customers continue to utilize their services because Springleaf looks beyond numbers to see a total life picture which helps them find loans and payment plans that work for each individual customer. They call it lending made personal. They treat lending personally because they know each customer has unique needs. Stop by the office today. Open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Tuesdays from 10-7 p.m.

MEDICAL SPA

Primanti Montessori School Paul Martinez 10947 South Valley Home Ave. Whittier, CA 90603 (562) 943-0246 primantimontessori@yahoo.com www.primantimontessori.com

Rejuvenating Skin Medical Aesthetics Darlene Sanchez, RNP 709 W. Beverly Blvd. Suite 202 Montebello, CA 90640 (323) 726-9692 rejuvenateyourskin@yahoo.com Life is too precious to overwhelm your mind, body and soul with the stressors of everyday life. At Rejuvenating Skin Care Medical Aesthetics, they have created a serene environment to allow you to relax and escape into tranquility. For the past 8 years, the staff has been dedicated to providing quality skin care; they strive to continue to educate their clients about preventative skin care, provide goal oriented treatments and follow up care. Their ongoing dedication is to promote healthy skin and to help each client look and feel their best. Rejuvenating Skin Medical Aesthetics looks forward to meeting with you and addressing your personal skin care concerns. For your convenience, complimentary consultations are available upon request. To ensure a thorough consultation, appointments are strongly encouraged.

“The needs of mankind are universal. Our means of meeting them create the richness and diversity of the planet. The Montessori child should come to relish the texture of that diversity.” - Maria Montessori. Montessori recognizes in the child a natural curiosity and desire to learn; the Montessori materials awaken this desire and channel this curiosity into a learning experience which the child enjoys. All of their programs include music, language arts, drama, physical education, science, mathematics, health, geology, cultural studies, special events and field trips. Primanti Montessori School offers a complete Montessori curriculum to children as young as two years old to the age of 15. The Primanti Montessori teachers foster a love of learning, self esteem, motivation and independence in their students. For more information on their summer program from June 13th to August 26th call Aza (562) 943-0246.

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JUNE 2011

PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST Put us on their list! In their first-ever ranking of the Nation’s Best Hospitals

PIH was rated as high-performing in Orthopedics and four

by city, U.S. News & World Report has named Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital (PIH) one of the “Best in Los Angeles.” We’re proud of this recognition,

other specialty areas. To find out more about our quality services, physicians, and exclusively affiliated medical group,

and thank our dedicated medical staff, employees and volunteers who made it possible.

Bright Health Physicians, call us at 1.877.285.DOCS (3627), or visit www.pih.net.

Putting patients first by state-of-the-art, compassionate care has been our commitment to this community for more than 50 years. And every day, we’re taking our outstanding care to a higher level, beyond the expected, to serve you, our friends and neighbors even better. We think you’ll agree that’s the best news yet.

12401 Washington Blvd., Whittier, CA 90602 562.698.0811 · www.pih.net

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