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THE HISTORIC MONROVIA DEPOT REDEDICATION SUNDAY
To feature the unveiling of Bob Bartlett Memorial
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ne feature of the rededication of the Historic Monrovia Santa Fe Depot will be the unveiling of the memorial to Monrovia’s former Mayor, Bob Bartlett. It is entirely fitting that the memorial to Bartlett be at the depot as the man worked tirelessly to promote public transportation. The depot building itself is not a restoration as much as it is a refurbishment. Daylight Limited, whose parent company is Samuelson and Fetter, the major developers undertook the project more as a public service than as a money-making proposition. Nic Fetter, of that company has gone “above and beyond” to bring dignity back to the depot while making it a place suitable for a modern restaurant. He had made certain the work was done in a way that retained the feeling of the original building. When they had the exact originals pieces they were used or duplicated. In place, where there were only photographs to show what had been in place, Core-Ten replicas were created. In fact, when workers discovered evidence that decorative scrollwork formerly surrounded the oval window on the north face of the building, a effort was made to SEE REDEDICATION PAGE 11
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PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING TO BE HELD AT MONROVIA COMMUNITY CENTER
THE MONROVIA OLD TOWN REPORT Pam FITZPATRICK, Columnist
Go Monrovia Will Be Fueled by Public / Private Partnerships
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I’ll start off this week by correcting an error I made last week. Let’s just say I’m glad I wasn’t at Jake’s Roadhouse last Friday when Julie Soldo, the Queen of Taste of Old Town and long-time loyal Kiwanian, was shown
my column confidently announcing that “Taste” would be sometime in August. Not correct, Pam – you know better: Taste of Old Town is always in October. Sorry, Julie … but SEE OLD TOWN PAGE 10
Assembly Member Chris Holden will host a public safety meeting in Monrovia on Thursday, March 1st at the Monrovia Community Center starting at 5:30 pm. Registration for the event begins at 5:30 with the program beginning at 6 pm. In the aftermath of the enactment of Assembly
Bill 109 and the passage of Propositions 47 and 57, questions have arisen about the criminal justice system in California. Holden has brought together a panel to discuss the issue. The panel includes California Depart-
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The Monrovia City Council voted Tuesday evening to move forward with the two proposed public private partnerships that will drive (or in one case give wheels to) a new public transportation system. The city is entering into partnerships with both Lyft and LimeBikes to provide alternate sources of transpor-
tation within the city and the immediate environs without neglecting those with disabilities. The city hopes to encourage better connection between the Gold Line station near Duarte Road and the Old Town, along Myrtle Avenue SEE FUELED PAGE 11
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USGS/caltech may not get funding for earthquake early warning system Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) said the USGS’s ShakeAlert system would protect property and infrastructure. “Congress has remained steadfast in its bipartisan support for the system, and I will work to see that Congress resumes funding for the project just as we did last year when the budget zeroed it out,” Schiff said in a statement. This is the second consecutive budget the Trump administration has proposed zero funds for the earthquake early warning system. Congress reversed Trump’s proposal to end development of the early warning system
from the administration’s first proposed budget. The USGS has been working on an earthquake early warning system for years, but the system remains short on funds. It’s estimated that the system will cost at least $38 million to build for the West Coast and $16 million annually to operate and maintain. Nevertheless, the USGS has said it plans to begin limited public alerts of the early warning system by the end of this year, as long as funding isn’t cut. Southern California is one area where the network of seismic sensors is dense enough to begin early warning.
“With the decision to once again eliminate funding for the West Coast Earthquake Early Warning System from his latest budget request, the President’s budget would leave the West Coast without the ability to alert residents to a potentially life-threatening emergency. ShakeAlert is a relatively inexpensive system that has the ability to save lives, reduce injuries, and protect property and infrastructure. Congress has remained steadfast in its bipartisan support for the system, and I will work to see that Congress resumes funding for the project just as we did last year when the budget zeroed it out,” Schiff said
Adam Schiff speaks to the media with Dr. Lucy Jones at CalTech last summer regarding the funding for an early earthquake warning system . Trump consistently attacks Schiff lately and now has now attempted to thwart the local Congressman’s desire to get funding for the project. Photo by Terry Miller/Beacon Media News
Arcadia Mayor’s 44th Annual Community Breakfast Featuring the State of The City Address This year the City of Arcadia is partnering with the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce to host the 2018 Mayor’s Community Breakfast featuring the State of the City Address. This new take on the City’s featured event gives Arcadians a fresh opportunity to come together
as a community and share in the spirit of our hometown. “We are excited to be partnering with the City of Arcadia to host the Mayor’s Community Breakfast,” said Arcadia Chamber CEO Karen Mac Nair. “Bringing the State of the City Address to this
signature event in Arcadia is part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the City’s profile, and the Chamber and Foothill Credit Union are proud to be sponsors.” Mayor Amundson will speak further on the subject of “Leaving a Legacy” in his State of the
City Address. This year’s keynote speaker is former Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich who served Arcadia in the Fifth Supervisorial District from 1980 to 2016. His 36 years as a County Supervisor were characterized by his commitment to
public safety, effective and responsive representation, support for small business, and addressing the needs of our County’s foster children, seniors, and veterans. Mr. Antonovich will share some of his views on the virtues of service and legacy. Tickets to the event
are $20 per person, with a breakfast buffet included. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Foothill Unity Center. Reservations required by March 28. For additional information please contact the Mayor’s Office at 626-574-5403, or email mbuttice@ArcadiaCA.gov
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How Have Assembly Bill 109 and Props. 47 and 57 Changed the Way Monrovia and California View Justice System Susan motander motander@yahoo.com
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Last summer Michele Hanisee, president of the Los Angles Association of Deputy District Attorneys presented a report to the Monrovia City Council that reviewed the impact of Assembly Bill 109, and Propositions 47 and 57. With the proposed ballot proposition going through the signature process it is important to review that report again. The following is a summary of her report. Included the fact that AB 109 means that prisoners convicted of non-violent, non-sexual offences would be housed in County Jail rather than state prison and upon release would be supervised by County Probation rather than State Parole Agent. Under the old law violations of parole could result in another year in State Prison. AB 109 resulted in mainly “flash
incarcerations” of only 10 days with a maximum of 180 days in a few cases. This did result in a decreased state prison population, but a substantially increased population in County Jail. So-called “Low-level” offenders were often released from County Jail to make room for others. With all these early releases, there was an increase in property crime rates. Proposition 47 was called the “Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act” and this was passed on November 4, 2014. According to Hanisee, the key features of this measure were: reduction of certain drug possession felonies to misdemeanors reduced theft of less that $950 to a misdemeanor and allowed those already convicted of these offences to petition for reduction of the charges and resentencing. Prior to the passage of Proposition 47, theft of material worth over $400 was considered a
felony and theft from any business was considered a felony after passage the theft was not a felony if the value was under $950. Prop 47 also reclassified all drug possession for person use a misdemeanor (previously some were considered felonies). This proposition has some of the same results as AB109 in that state prison populations went down while the populations in county jails grew. Again low level offenders were released early to make room in the County jails for others. Initially violent and property crime rates went down, but then started rising steadily again. The last Proposition Hanisee reviewed was Proposition 57, the “Public Safety and Rehabilitation Act that was passed on November 8, 2016. This measure changed the rules for transferring a case against a juvenile from Juvenile Court to regular adult criminal system.
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Previously the District Attorney could file in the adult system based on the age of the juvenile and the crime charged. Under the new system only a judge can transfer a “juvie” to
the adult system.
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Closure Of Interstate 210 Ramp May Affect Pasadena, Arcadia and Monrovia Residents Construction part of ongoing $148 million pavement rehabilitation project The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close the eastbound I-210 Arroyo Boulevard/Windsor Avenue on-ramp and Lincoln Boulevard off-ramp for an extended period of time beginning the night of Feb. 20. During the closure, crews will pave roadway across from the ramp. The closure is for up to 45 days. For access to eastbound I-210, drivers can use the Berkshire Place on-ramp. Drivers who normally exit at Lincoln Boulevard may exit at Arroyo Boulevard/Windsor Avenue.
The eastbound Foothill Boulevard on-ramp is also closed for paving work, but is expected to reopen the second week of March. Detour and message signs about the scheduled closure will be posted. Drivers are advised to plan ahead, and use the Caltrans QuickMap at quickmap.dot. ca.gov for information on travel conditions. The app is free on Google Play and the App Store. Drivers are also reminded to be “Work Zone Alert” and “Slow for the Cone Zone.”
ALTADENA TOWN COUNCIL CALLS ON PASADENA LEADERSHIP The Altadena Town Council has sent a letter to Pasadena’s Mayor and Police Chief demanding that Pasadena Police officers Esparza and Lujan be proscribed from policing anywhere in Altadena, that the PPD reform its use of force policy, that the PPD provide regular reports to the Town Council on all incidents involving the PPD in Altadena, etc. :
http://altadenatowncouncil.org/ atc-letter-to-chiefsanchez-mayor-tornekand-supervisor-barger-inresponse-to-communityconcerns-about-pasadenapolice-activity-in-altadena/ This unprecedentedly bold letter reflects the outrage of Altadena residents who spoke of the Nov. 9th, 2017 Pasadena
Police beating of Altadena resident Chris Ballew, 21, at the JanuaryAltadena Town Council meeting. That meeting opened with the Council President intoning that the incident had nothing to do with Altadena, that it was strictly a Pasadena problem. Apparently the Council has gotten the message that residents don’t agree.
Aerial shot of the 210 freeway. - Photo by Terry Miller / Beacon Media News
Monrovia Says Goodbye to Fred Bowden Long time Monrovian Fred Bowden died last Saturday. Despite battling cancer, Fred was on vacation in Mexico when he died. Service has no yet been set for the developer who was a major influence in the redevelopment of Monrovia. As Mayor Tom Adams said in his tribute
to Bowden as he closed the City Council meeting on Tuesday in his honor, “No one else wanted to build the housing using on West Walnut, Fred stepped up.” Information on the service for Bowden and full tribute to him will appear later in our next publication.
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Pasadena Chamber Hosts a Non-Profit Job Fair at P. C.C. Get hired, stay hired workshop at Foothill Workforce Development Board on Sat., Feb. 24
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The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Pasadena City College and Leadership Pasadena presents Mission Match: A Non-Profit Job Fair in Creveling Lounge at Pasadena City College, Wednesday, March 7th from 3pm-7pm. There is no charge for exhibitors or job seekers. There will be no commission-only or multilevel marketing companies at the job fair. Pasadena City College is at 1570 East Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena. Inexpensive $2 parking is available in the student parking lot off Hill Street and Del Mar Boulevard. Statistics from a recent Gallup poll suggest that roughly 70% of American workers aren’t fully engaged at their place of employment. More and more people are seeking meaningful work. Mission Match: A Non-Profit Job Fair connects job seekers with organizations that can help them pursue their passion in our local communities while making a living
with a local non-profit organization. If you are a non-profit organization that would like to host a table please reach out to Amy Foell, Workforce Development Director of the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce at amy@pasadena-chamber.org. If you are a job seeker please RSVP using the link: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/mission-match-anon-profit-job-fair-tickets-43007889756 Free Get Hired - Stay Hired workshop, Saturday, February 24th from 9AM-12PM for job seekers hosted by Pasadena Chamber of Commerce, Foothill Workforce Development Board and EDD Whether you are unemployed, underemployed or seeking a new opportunity the Get Hired - Stay Hired workshop is for you. All workshop participants will have the opportunity to receive a resume tutorial in order to craft a stand out resume, gain interview skills
and practice while getting an inside scoop on local organizations and businesses hiring in advance of the Mission Match Job Fair in March. The Get Hired – Stay Hired workshop will be held at the Employment Development Department and Foothill Workforce Development Board offices at 1207 East Green Street in Pasadena. There is free parking in the adjacent lot and on the street. According to Job Market Experts, 98% of job seekers are eliminated at the initial resume screening. Because of these staggering statistic Industry experts from the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce, the Foothill Workforce Development Board, California’s Employment Development Department and Leadership Pasadena will coach participants on how to get hired and stay hired. RSVP by 6pm February 23rd with this link, https://www. eventbrite.com/e/get-hiredstay-hired-bootcamp-tickets-42371106119
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ARCADIA Feb. 13 Just before 2:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to the parking lot of Arcadia Plaza, 713 West Duarte Road, regarding two auto burglaries. Unknown suspect(s) entered the first vehicle by unknown means and stole a laptop and a wallet. The unknown suspect(s) smashed the driver side window of a second vehicle and stole Beats headphones and a temporary driver’s license. No suspects were seen and no witnesses were located. Just before 10:00 p.m., an officer contacted a subject standing in front of The Hilton Garden Inn, 211 North Second Avenue. An investigation revealed the subject was on parole. Upon searching the subject, the officer discovered he was in possession of drug paraphernalia. The 24-year-old from Monrovia was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Feb. 14
Just after 8:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to 7-Eleven, 102 East Huntington Drive, regarding a possible theft in progress. The officers contacted two subjects behind the store and discovered one subject was in possession of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, foreign currency and a hammer. Further investigation revealed the suspect had committed a residential burglary by smashing a rear glass sliding door at a residence in the 300 block of Floral Avenue. The 27-year-old male from Pasadena was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. At approximately 8:07 p.m., an officer responded to an apartment building in the 900 block of West Duarte Road regarding a burglary report. The suspect forced entry into a vacant apartment by breaking a window and was still inside. An investigation revealed the female suspect had been living in the apartment and using utilities. She was also in possession of drug paraphernalia. The 35-year-old female from Manteca California was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Feb. 15
Just after 1:00 a.m., an officer responded to the
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crime blotters 7-Eleven and 76 Gas Station, 102 East Huntington Drive, regarding a vehicle parked in the handicap stall without a handicap placard. The officer made contact with the driver and an investigation revealed she was in possession of fraudulent credit cards and a credit card scanning device. The 23-year-old female from Altadena was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Just before 12:00 p.m., officers responded to the 1600 block of South Santa Anita Avenue regarding an activation of an Arcadia Police Department GPS tracker. Arcadia PD detectives had previously deployed decoy packages containing bait property and tracking devices to combat the increase in package thefts from residential areas. Officers located the stolen package inside an abandoned stolen vehicle. Arcadia’s patrol, SWAT and K-9 officers established perimeter containment in the surrounding area. With the assistance of Glendora Air Support and K-9 officers from Pasadena and West Covina Police Departments, the suspect was found hiding in a trash can. The 39-yearold male from Rancho Cucamonga was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Feb. 16
Just after 6:00 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a residence in the 2000 block of 8th Avenue regarding a report of suspected child abuse. An investigation revealed the female suspect scratched and kicked her child in the stomach. The 41-year-old female from Arcadia was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. At about 9:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Huntington Drive and Michillinda Avenue regarding a license plate hit on a stolen vehicle. Officers located the stolen vehicle and detained the occupants. The suspects were found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia, burglary tools and confirmed stolen property from residential burglaries that occurred in Arcadia and Monterey Park. The driver was also driving without a license and had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The 27-year-old male and 25-year-old female, both from Pasadena, were arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.
Feb. 17 At approximately 10:30 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 100 block of West Las Flores Avenue regarding a vehicle burglary. An unknown suspect used an unknown tool to unlock the vehicle and steal the installed radio and speakers. The investigation is ongoing. Just before 5:00 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle the area of Santa Anita Avenue and Camino Real Avenue for an equipment violation and expired registration. The officer contacted the occupants of the vehicle and discovered the driver was driving with a suspended license and the passenger had an outstanding warrant for her arrest. The 46-year-old male from Pico Rivera was cited and released at the scene. The 41-year-old female from Monterey Park was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.
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At 1:04 a.m., a subject was seen loitering in a parked car at a store that was closed in the 1600 block of S. Mountain. Officers stopped to talk with the subject. A computer check revealed the subject had a warrant for his arrest. Officers arrested the subject for the warrant. At 1:58 p.m., a store in the 500 block of W. Huntington called the police, reporting a subject had just walked out of their store without paying for merchandise and was not cooperating with store security. When officers arrived, the subject began running. Officers ran after the subject and were able to stop him. The subject was arrested and the merchandise was returned to the store. At 7:29 p.m., officers on the Special Enforcement Team stopped a vehicle in the 1300 block of S. Mayflower for a traffic violation. A computer check of the driver revealed he had several warrants, and he was arrested without incident. Feb. 11
At 12:10 a.m., officers stopped a vehicle in the 100 block of N. Canyon. A computer check of the driver revealed he had a warrant for his arrest, so he was arrested and taken into custody with-
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At 12:48 a.m., officers saw a subject inside a city park in the 600 block of S. Shamrock. They detained the subject and began issuing a citation for being in the park after it was closed.
At 7:44 a.m., a motorcycle was reported stolen from the 200 block of E. Maple. It was taken sometime during the night. The investigation is continuing.
At 6:47 p.m., officers responded to the 900 block of Norumbega regarding a suspicious vehicle occupied by two subjects. When the officers arrived and contacted the two subjects, they noticed one of the subjects appeared to be under the influence of a controlled substance. Field tests were conducted and the subject was arrested for being under the influence of narcotics. A computer check revealed the second subject had a warrant for their arrest, so they were taken into custody.
At 6:58 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 600 block of Wildrose. The homeowner reported their vehicle had been burglarized sometime during the day. The suspect had shattered the vehicle’s passenger window to gain entry, then took a cellphone charger and some quarters from the center console. The investigation is continuing. At 9:30 p.m., a store in the 100 block of W. Foothill reported a subject had fled their store with merchandise without paying. Officers responded and located the subject near the store. The subject was arrested and the merchandise was returned to the store. Feb. 12
At 7:42 a.m., a store in the 400 block of W. Huntington reported a subject in their store who was possibly going to shoplift. Officers arrived and detained the
subject, which prevented the theft from occurring. A computer check revealed the subject had several warrants for their arrest, so they were taken into custody without incident. At 3:41 p.m., a store in the 700 block of E. Huntington reported a subject had just left their store with merchandise without paying. Officers arrived and detained the subject. After an investigation was conducted, the officers arrested the subject and returned the merchandise to the store.
At 10:03 p.m., officers responded to an apartment complex in the 1100 block of E. Royal Oaks, where a subject was reported to be yelling and causing a disturbance in the common area. Officers arrived and detained the subject. An investigation revealed the subject had vandalized the inside of their friend’s apartment, had battered one of the residents and was drunk in public. The subject was arrested for the violations.
At 11:24 p.m., a subject was seen in the 200 block of S. Alta Vista trying to enter parked vehicles and appeared disoriented. Officers arrived and detained the subject. The subject appeared to be heavily intoxicated, so the officers took him into custody for his safety. He was arrested for public intoxication and held for a sobering period. Feb. 13
At 2:13 a.m., a subject was seen breaking into a business’ outdoor restroom in the 1500 block of S. Myrtle. Officers arrived and detained the subject, who said they broke into the restroom to have shelter for the night. Officers found the subject to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. Officers arrested the subject for the violations.
At 6:57 a.m., a resident in the 1700 block of S. Mayflower discovered his Nissan
pickup truck was missing from where he had parked it the night before. He did not give anyone permission to take his vehicle. Officers searched the area for the vehicle, but were unable to locate it. This investigation is continuing.
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At about 7:15 p.m. officers responded to a report of a non-injury traffic accident in the 100 block of W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Feb. 15
A report of a man down at Grandview Ave. and Baldwin Ave. was reported at about 1:10 p.m. The Sierra Madre Fire Department transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment. Feb. 16
A resident in the 100 block of E. Montecito Ave. reported that packages she was expecting were apparently taken by unknown person(s). The resident was told by the shipping companies that the packages were signed for with a name that the resident did not recognize.
Feb. 18 A hit and run accident was reported in the 200 block of E. Laurel Ave. A witness stated that a vehicle backed out of a driveway and struck a vehicle that was legally parked directly south of the driveway and left the scene without leaving a note. 3:55 p.m. Officers were dispatched to the 00 block of Esperanza Ave. for a reported case of grand theft. The victim reported that sometime between 1/18/18 and 1/30/18 several pieces of valuable jewelry was removed from her home by unknown person(s). Case to Detectives
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Renaissance Years: A History of Modern Monrovia Now Available in E-book Form An e-book edition of Renaissance Years: A History of Modern Monrovia is now available for purchase from the Kindle Store at Amazon. com. The book by former journalist and city public information officer Richard Singer tells the story of Monrovia’s transformation from a racially troubled and economically failing city in the 1960s and ‘70s to an award-winning, nationally recognized model community. The work covers the entire history of the city, from its beginnings in the late 1880s to events of just a few months ago. The new electronic version is a third edition of the book, which was first published in September of last year. The e-book is a stripped-down version of the original work (without the earlier editions’ index, reference
citations or 120 photographs) and is being sold at a significant discount from the printed work. It can be easily downloaded and read on e-book readers, tablets and smart phones. Some first edition copies of the book, printed in a limited run, are still available locally, with the total purchase price from those sales going to support both the Monrovia Historical Museum and the historic Anderson House museum. Remaining first edition copies may be purchased at the Monrovia Historical Museum at Recreation Park, at the Dollmakers shop in Old Town, at the Friends of the Library store inside the Monrovia Public Library, and at Second Baptist Church. Online, both the printed and e-book versions of Renaissance Years may be purchased from Amazon.com.
Woman’s Civic League of Pasadena to Host Luncheon The Woman’s Civic League of Pasadena’s monthly luncheon will be on Monday, March 5th at 12 noon at the Women’s City Club, 160 N. Oakland, Pasadena. Free parking behind the Clubhouse on Madison. Our speaker will be Michelle Perera, Library Director for the City of Pasadena. She will tell us about the history
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Robert “Bob” Hale Rich Jr., born October 7, 1941, passed away February 13, 2018. Born in Portland, Maine and a longtime resident of Southern California. Retired after 40 years of service as a General Manager for General Electric. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Ethel Rich, his sister Sandra Webb and his Grandson Joel Rich. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Barbara, their six children with spouses, Chris (Caprice) Rich, Martin Rich, David Rich, Susan (Doug) Harris, Greg Martin, and Lauren (Jeff ) Ozmen, and 10 Grandchildren: Sela Rich, Mandy, Angelica and Dawson Rich, Cory and Tanner Simpson, Jordan Ruelas, Garrett and Kallie Martin and Colt Ozmen. Memorial services will be at 2:00PM on Saturday February 17th at Douglass and Zook Mortuary, 600 East Foothill Blvd, Monrovia, CA 91016.
Forty years of service as a General Manager for General Electric.
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FRIday - February 23 The crowd has spoken and asked for more music. Matt Denny’s Presents Winter Concert Series 2018. Sneaky Haircuts will be performing from 7p.m. to 10 p.m. (145 E. Huntington Dr. Arcadia, CA 91076) they are still booking more music so the lineup will be update online. For more information on the schedule check out www.mattdennys.com or call 626-462-0250. -Arcadia
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Young & Healthy is hosting the USC Mobile Dental Clinic it’s an all-day event at (136 W. Peoria St. Pasadena, CA 91101) They are looking for children ages 6-18 in need of dental care. During the week of the clinic, the child will receive comprehensive dental treatment… For free! To reserve their space in the clinic, their parent/guardian needs to register at Young & Healthy. Call 626-795-5166 for more information or visit yhpasadena.org. -Pasadena
SATURday - February 24 The competition’s on fire at Santa Anita Park, with world-class thoroughbred racing at a true Los Angeles landmark, as well as the annual Santa Anita Chili CookOff, held indoors at the Club Court on February 24th at 12 p.m.(285 W. Huntington Dr. Arcadia, CA 91007) . Trophies and prize-money will be going to the best chefs in six categories, including red chili, green chili, salsa, People’s Choice and more. Along with admission, tickets include 10 two-ounce chili tastings, one craft beer or wine, Club House admission, trackside seating, a $5 betting voucher and a program and tip sheet so you can enjoy all the excitement of wagering on live horse racing. For more details visit the event website at http://www.santaanita.com/events/santaanita-chili-cook-off/#.WlUBqd_tyUl or call 626-574-7223. -Arcadia
The Sierra Madre Playhouse presents Nothing is the Same on February 24th at 2:30 p.m. (87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, CA 91001) Nothing is the Same on December 7, 1941. Four Hawaiian youngsters (two of Korean extraction, one of Filipino ancestry, one of Japanese extraction) are playing marbles in a churchyard in Wahiawa, on Oahu’s North Shore. Japanese bombers buzz the town on their way to attack Pearl Harbor. War arrives, and Nothing Is the Same. The play, by Y York, is the result of an oral history project supported by TCG/Pew Charitable Trusts. General admission is $30 seniors are $27 and 20years of age and under are $20. For reservations call 626-355-4318 or visit www.sierramadreplayhouse.org. -Sierra Madre
Sunday - February 25Lunch with the Golden Girls will be held at the Mt. Lowe Brewing Co. from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. this event is free (150 E. Saint Joseph’s St. Arcadia, CA 91505). Join us for Golden Girls themed lunch! We will be doing Golden Girls trivia, Golden Girls mad libs, a Golden Girls photo booth and of course we will have the rusty anchor (bloody beer) and the Betty white (beermosa). Don’t worry; there will be plenty of other beers on tap!! Hurry and get your tickets! Last session sold out quick! Visit https://www. eventbrite.com/e/lunch-with-the-golden-girls-tickets43185182042?aff=erelpanelorg to buy ticket and for more details. -Arcadia The Many Benefits of Native Plants presented by New Horizion School of Pasadena (651 N. Orange Grove Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91103) Join New Horizon School in the Peace Garden with California Native Plant expert Nicholas Hummingbird, he will discuss The Many Benefits of Native Plants. Learn how to cultivate and use native plants in your home and to appreciate the value they bring to the local environment. Note: Bring a water bottle and hat. For more information call 626-795-5186 or visit www.newhorizonschool.org. -Pasadena
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MONday - February 26 National Women’s Political Caucus Greater Pasadena Business Meeting will be at the Barrymore Room at Dupar’s Restaurant at 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (214 S. Lake Ave. Pasadena, CA 91101). Business meeting is first on the agenda following the meeting there will be a guest speaker. Rebecca Hill, candidate for Congress in CA District 25, and PCC’s Dean of Student Life, Rebecca Cobb, will speak. For more information visit www.nwpcgpa. org/. -Pasadena
TUEsday - February 27 The Ice House Comedy Club presents Dante Change Presents Terrific Tuesdays (special Event) on February 27th at 8 p.m. (24 N. Mentor Ave. Pasadena, CA 91102) “Nicknamed the ‘Black Asian’, Dante is considered one of the fastest rising comedians in the game. For more
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Lake Avenue Church returns to the Donald Wright Auditorium in the Pasadena Public Library with Gold Line Noon concert on March 1st from 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. (285 E. Walnut Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104) the concert is a favorite classics performed by Clarinetist Jennifer Showalter, soprano Sunjoo Yeo, and pianist Crystal Rivette. For more information call 626-844-4721 or visit www.lakeave.org. -Pasadena
Norton Simon Museum presents Middle School ArtsLab The Many Colors Of Holi on February 28th from 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. (411 W. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91101) Holi is a Hindu festival that celebrates the end of winter and represents renewal or new life. Look at Krishna Fluting in Vrindavan and learn how Holi originated from the story of Krishna, his love for Radha and his attempt to color her skin so that it matched his own. Create an artwork using an airbrush technique to spray color in an expressive way and bring this story to life. This one-hour program for middle school students (ages 11 - 14) is free. For more information call 626-449-6840 or visit www. nortonsimon.org/. -Pasadena
The Hastings Branch Public Library is hosting Build a Claw Bot on March 1st from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. (3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91104). Learn how to make robots beginning with the very simplest of circuits. Then create a motorized robot arm that can actually grab objects. Presented by LA Makerspace for ages 9+ must attend both sessions call 626-744-7262 to sign up. -Pasadena
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Boston Court’s ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ Speaks to Significant Issues of our Time May s. ruiz MayChu@att.net
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Streetcar Named Desire’ is arguably Tennessee Williams’s most celebrated and momentous work. Originally a play which opened on Broadway in 1947, it has been made into a film, adapted as an opera, ballet, and for television. And now Boston Court Performing Arts Center in Pasadena presents a reimagined modern version of ‘A Streetcar Named Desire,’ featuring a multicultural cast and contemporary setting. Onstage from February 15 to March 25, 2018, it is directed by Co-Artistic Director of Boston Court, Michael Michetti, and stars Jaimi Page as Blanche, Desean Kevin Terry as Stanley, and Maya Lynne Robinson as Stella. Michetti says, “‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ is so thematically rich – different threads stand out depending on how you
focus it. Great works like it can be revisited in different eras and political circumstances and reflect current society. I’ve been thinking about this play for a couple of years as a response to what I was sensing was happening to our world. But the current political climate has only made it more timely; all the issues which were bubbling underground a little bit have now come to the surface.” Juilliard-trained Desean Terry pronounces, “It’s going to be a very different take and that’s why I’m really interested in it. Besides setting it in contemporary America, Michael is illuminating the love between Stella and Stanley, creating a healthy dynamic between them as much as we can. I hope our interpretation of the play gives our audience a fresh appreciation for it. “For me, personally, I hope they see a more human version of Stanley. If people respond to that I would feel pretty good. I’ve
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been in plays that speak to race relations and I enjoy the opportunity to effect change,” Terry concludes. Adds Michetti, “The primary impetus for this production was the discovery of the important themes of class, gender, and race that Williams touched on when he wrote it. Among them is how Blanche comes from a world with social privileges that even then, when the play was first produced, were no longer pertinent. Belle Reve, where Blanche grew up, was a big old house that came with a great deal of history but it was not a working plantation even in the 1940s. She was trying to hold onto an expectation about a way of the past that’s slipping away. It’s tricky because the play is so complex and cannot be boiled down to single issues. But one of the beautiful things about theatre is that if you can do it well it’s an opportunity to explore these things through living, breathing
humans, which touch not only our minds but our hearts. I think our minds are more successfully changed when our hearts are also changed.” Michetti pronounces, “I’m very grateful to be doing for a living something that I love and am excited about. I’m always trying to discover what’s important to me, to continue growing and reinventing me. I’m in a period in my life when one of the most powerful things I can do is to help address the most vital issues in our time with an authentic sense of social justice focus. I think we have a great potential as a nation and a culture to be much better than we are. I want to genuinely fulfill the promise that our forefather said that all men are created equal.” Through ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ Michetti proves that his projects are not merely works of art but agencies of change as well. That is the true transformative power of theatre.
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My Own Story Greatest Hits to Debut at Rosebud in Pasadena Directed and starring critically-acclaimed solo performance/theater artist and Sierra Madre resident Alex Luu (along with 5 other performers), My Own Story Greatest Hits is that rare live performance/theater show that explores stories & experiences specifically from the real-life perspective of its performers. These are stories that are rarely seen and heard; stories that are usually misrepresented, stereotyped, and altogether ignored or forgotten by mainstream media and popular culture. My Own Story Greatest Hits presents six individual performances that combine autobiographical storytelling, monologues, music, and performance art in a dynamic collective presentation. Some of the themes include identity, family rituals/politics, racism, and the varying dynamics of being an immigrant, in a
raw no-holds-barred fashion that is at once comical and heartrendingly poignant--a guitar-playing musician son pays tribute to his immigrant father from Mexico for sacrifices made for the family; a Vietnam War refugee ponders the outrageous but practical lesson of wrapping all material belongings in saran & foil; a young Latina woman dares to dream big of making it in Hollywood against all odds. A recent transplant from China discovers her “weirdo” self while adapting to America. My Own Story Greatest Hits promises to entertain, provoke, and inspire. Come join us for stories & performances that refuse to be sidelined. Come join us for stories &* performances that demand to be front and center. Come join us for five evenings that will be unforgettable. Come join us for My Own Story Greatest Hits.
Alex Luu is a solo performance/theater artist whose one-man show “Three Lives” & other performance works have been produced at theaters/arts organizations/campuses nationally, garnering critical acclaim from publications such as Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, South End News, Back Stage West, LA Weekly, Orange County Register, and Asian New Yorker. Alex is also Resident Teaching Artist with the Los Angeles County Arts Commission and former Teaching Artist with Ford Theatre Foundation and East West Players. My Own Story Greatest Hits Rosebud Coffee (2302 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107) Feb 20, 21, 22 (Tue-/Wed/Thu), Feb 28, March 1 (Wed/Thu) 7:30pm, $15 general; $10 students & seniors Purchase at: www. rosebudcoffee.com/shop and at door.
New Works: Gisela Colon & Patrick Wilson Gisela Colon: New Sculpture, is on exhibit at Diane Rosenstein http://dianerosenstein.com/exhibitions/ information/gisela-colonnew-sculpture/ through March 3rd, 2018. In addition the artist’s wall mounted blow-molded acrylic pods the show also presents two of her gigantic parabolic monoliths towering 12 and 15 feet high respectively and a large freestanding rectangular monolith. The pods or “Non-Specific Objects” https://www. giselacolon.com/videos are an evolution in Colon’s continuing series. They are expertly formed organic or biomorphic shaped objects, showing no
seams or source of access. The asymmetric shapes are coated on the inside with acrylic layers that reflect and refract light that enters emitting a range a prismatic colors including shades of green, blue, fuchsia and metallic hues. They pulsate light and energy. The pods definitely give off a science fiction vibe that Ridley Scott would do well to utilize in his next Alien franchise. What is really inside? The two giant parabolic Monoliths that dominate the gallery space look like they too have come from another realm. One can’t help being reminded of 2016’s Arrival. Unlike the pods, the monoliths are sculpted out of an iridescent carbon fiber using
aerospace technology. No light radiates from their interior, rather they reflect the energy and light around them, giving no clue to what is hidden inside. Colon thinks of them as totems such as Stonehenge or the Great Pyramids, reminiscent of ancient cultural objects. Last but not least there is the freestanding light slab, perhaps a reference to 2001 A Space Odyssey if we keep with the movie themes or a nod to John McCracken and/ or DeWain Valentine. Read More at, ArcadiaWeekly.com, MonroviaWeekly.com, PasadenaIndependent.com
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now I even know the actual date, which is Sunday, October 21st. I’m forgiven on that one, but let me tell you about another (really bad) mistake I almost made THIS week… There has been an open space for about a year on E. Colorado next to Monrovia Lock Shop. I’ve been watching that space like a hawk, and yes, there were renovations going on inside, but the space remained empty. Then, early this week I drove by and saw a sign that said “Paw Palette,” and was totally convinced Old Town was getting a new doggie bakery. Let’s just say, thank you Google. Not a dog bakery at all, but a make-up related shop. The Paw Palette website, which bears the same logo on display in the window, says “…Paw Palette is a makeup artist’s best friend.” Check it out – it’s a business that sells make-up
palettes (vs. wood pallet vs. taste palate). I’m still confused… I see two items on the City Council agenda for Tuesday this week that will affect Old Town. One of the listed items concerns the on-going discussions about whether or not to allow tattooing as an ancillary service within the Historic Commercial District (HCD). From what I’ve heard, the general consensus is favorable, so we’ll see how the council wants to proceed. The second issue is consideration of the proposed new Old Town logo which has received a lot of negative comments on social media since it was unveiled to the public via the online news Monrovia Now. The logo was being “updated” to make it less historic and more appealing to millennials, looking to the future. Again, we’ll see what the Council says and report back to you next week.
If you take a walk down S. Myrtle to the 500 block west side and peek in the window at 521, you’ll see more activity inside “Frooza.” The space now has tables and chairs so maybe we can taste their new frozen desserts soon. The old 4th Dimension building in the 300 block of S. Myrtle is looking good: windows are in, plywood is gone, and yes, the walkway that leads back to the parking lot is now open – finally! Bank of America at the corner of Myrtle and Lime is getting a much-needed face lift. The aged wooden façade is being updated and right now the sidewalk is blocked off on both sides. Then there’s the Citibank time and temperature sign. Sigh…. I never realized how many times a week I would purposely drive by that sign to see the “official” Monrovia temperature. Please, Citibank, give us back our sign…
A committee has been formed to back a proposed ballot measure to help curb the rising crime rate in California. The California Public Safety Partnership Issue Committee is circulating a petition to place on the ballot a Proposition called the Reducing Crime and Keeping California Safe Act. Since the enactment of Assembly Bill 109 and the passage of Propositions 47 and 57 in the last few years, the crime rate throughout California has been increasing. Michele Hanisee, President of the Association of Deputy District Attorneys outlined the impact of these measures to the Monrovia City Council last year. The ultimate result was the increase in criminal activity. (For a more complete summary of the repost she presented, please see “How have Assembly Bill 109 and Propositions 47 and 57 changed the California Criminal Justice System” in the on-line edition of this publication. Sacramento District
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Attorney Anne Marie Schubert and Assembly Member Jim Cooper are backing the campaign to put this issue before the voters. The committee behind the measure hopes to have enough signatures to qualify the measure for inclusion on the November 2018 ballot. If the measure does quality for inclusion it would reclassify as violent several crimes that are currently considered non-violent crimes under California’s Penal Code. These include rape of an unconscious person, sex trafficking of a child and 14 other serious crimes including Domestic Violence (Domestic Violence is not Violent?). These were reclassified by Proposition 57 last year in attempt to avoid overcrowding in jails. The fallout of this action was
the early release of inmates convicted of these crimes. The proposed proposition would reform the penal system to stop the early release of violent felons, to expand parole oversight, and to strengthen the penalties for parole violations. It would also reform the law regarding thefts to make serial thieves and gang that are involved in organized thefts more accountable for their crimes. And lastly it would expand the collection of DNA to include those who are convicted of drug, theft, domestic violence and other serious crimes. This action might even exonerate those wrongly accused. Additional information on the proposed proposition can be found on the website of the group supporting it: https:// keepcalsafe.org/
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ment of Corrections and Rehabilitation Secretary Scott Kernan, Government Affair Director of California Corrections Peace Officers Association Stephan
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several block to the north, and between the high-tech companies on both the east and west side of Huntington Drive with the shopping at Huntington Oaks and the new apartment complexes on both the west end of Huntington and near the Station Square. The new program that should be rolled out next month will involve three prongs. Monrovia Transit will still assist those with disabilities as it has the ability to accommodate wheelchairs. The other two are very different: Lyft and Lime Bike. Lyft will supply point-topoint transportation in the city for only 50¢ a ride. During discussion, City Manager Oliver Chi explained that Lyft would carry as many as 4 people on that 50¢ ride. The statistic presented to the council both at the study session a month ago and the
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council meeting Tuesday showed the old Dial-a-Ride Program was not cost effective. Every trip cost the city an average of $19.20 per ride. Most of them were less than a mile or two. The City had relied on its Monrovia Transit system. The City owned, paid for the vehicles and contracted for their drivers, but patronage was low. Usually only those who had no other source of transportation used the system. It was especially helpful to those with disabilities as the Transit vehicles had wheelchair lift capability. Those who used it regularly complained to the council about scheduling and service (with the noticeable exception of one driver, Oscar, whom everyone seemed to love). The City review showed that Lyft rides cost between $5 and $6 as opposed to the Monrovia Transit cost of $19.60 per trip. The City
has estimated the increased savings would cover the cost of the Lyft program. The LimeBike program will cost the city nothing. The company will supply the bikes and will indemnify the city completely. The cost of the smart-phone accessible bikes will be $1 for the first hour and 50¢ per hour thereafter. There are reduced rates for students. Council Member Alex Blackburn looking at the obviously “girl’s bike” with a large basket on the front handlebars, asked innocently, “Are there men’s bikes available?” Despite the one reservation, the council voted to support the program that will be subject to review monthly, although Chi explained the plan called for the program to run through at least June of this year. Monrovia plans to roll out the Go Monrovia program next month. More information will be available in the next few weeks.
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“recreate” the work, again in that Core-Ten. That steel was even used on the floor where original walls had been. Rather than just replicate the tiles, Nic chose to pay tribute to the original building by delineating those line in Core-Ten. It is interesting to note that without knowing how those refurbishing the depot
were using Core-Ten to pay homage to what had been, the artist, Carole Chouchair Oueijian, who created the Bartlett memorial, used the same material as its base. The memorial consists of a series of Core-Ten panels with mosaics showing various aspects of Bartlett’s service to the community. The rededication and unveiling will take place this Sunday with a ceremony at 1 pm.
A Personal Perspective on Monrovia’s Heritage Getting a sneak peek at the newly refurbished Monrovia Santa Fe Depot was a treat this week. The cherry on the top of that dish was watching the installation of the memorial to former Monrovia Mayor, Bob Bartlett. Both made me proud to call this my hometown. I was conceived and raised here. The depot was still operating when I was young. Bob joined the council when I was not yet old enough to vote, but old enough to realize the town was dying. The railroad stopped using the depot two years before I graduated from high school. It was yet another sign that this town was slipping away. Bob (along with Eric Faith and the
also dearly missed Pat Ostrye) was elected the year after I graduated. That was the turnaround point for Monrovia. That trio turned the city around. It was almost on life support in 1974. By the end of the century, Monrovia was an All-America City. How fitting that the same material used by Nic Fetter to show the lines where walls once stood in the old depot (Core-Ten steel) is the same material the artist, unwittingly, used as the base for the memorial to Bob. Nic is the son of Blaine Fetter of Samuelson and Fetter, long time developers here in Monrovia. The firm was instrumental in many of the buildings along the East Huntington Drive Hi-Tech
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corridor. Daylight Ltd. is the company that has refurbished the depot for the city when no one else would do so within the design and budget restrictions of the city and a subsidiary of Samuelson Fetter. How fitting that Nic, the son of a man who worked to restore Monrovia to new good times, should restore for a new use, that building, that symbol of Monrovia’s old grand days. And at the location of the memorial to the man, Bob Bartlett, who worked so hard to bring new good days to Monrovia. That is Monrovia. It is keeping its eye on the future, but with its feet firmly rooted on its history.
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t the northwest end of the Arcadia High School (AHS) campus stands the Arcadia Performing Arts Center (APAC), a 40,000 squarefoot venue that was funded by Bond Measure 1 which passed in 2006. The $20 million structure opened in 2012 and the non-profit Arcadia Performing Arts Foundation (APAF) was created to maintain and manage it. In January 2017, Maki Hsieh came on board as Executive Director of APAF. With its state-of-theart facilities, APAC is an important cultural destination and is the venue for touring artist concerts, recitals, distinguished speakers, special events, and commercial filming. Booked for 257 days of the year, it is the busiest performing arts center in the area, surpassing even that of the Pasadena Playhouse and the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. It is also a youth talent incubator that makes great art accessible, a descrip-
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tor that Hsieh would like the APAC to live up to in every sense. All of her endeavours are focused on offering children and young people a way to express themselves and gain confidence in their talent. Hsieh pronounces, “Students in the Arcadia Unified School District are integrated in all our shows. They’re an essential part of the production either
as interns or volunteers; they work at the front of the house or as crew. Some of our interns are involved in our marketing process helping with concessions, handing out flyers, putting up posters. We also provide them with a venue where they can showcase their talent. For the Chris Mann Gala Concert, which officially opened our 2017-2018 season, we included 165
students. For the Beatles Tribute Concert, held last Saturday, February 17, the Longley Way Elementary School Glee Club was featured alongside a professional tribute band.” This greater involvement of students in the productions held at APAC is Hsieh’s deliberate effort to prove that the arts are fundamental components of a happy and successful school experience. She
relates, “Since I came on board I have learned so much about the community. Arcadia has a 60 percent Asia population and parents want their children to focus on math and science. They send kids to ‘cram school’ to prepare for ACTs, SATs, APs, and SAT IIs. Counselors at these schools tell their students they should drop their arts classes to make time for studying to get higher
GPAs and perfect standardized test scores. They make it sound like arts courses are a waste of time, which is simply erroneous. I want families to recognize that participation in the arts advances their children’s prospects for college and beyond. Being on a professional production is something students can put on their resume as they build their portfolio for inclusion in their high school transcript. But more than simply an entry in a college application, the arts occupy a far greater role. I am a firm believer in the positive impact of the arts in children’s development so much so that I have campaigned for the integration of visual and performance art courses in all the elementary schools in our district.” Hsieh is propelled with a determination to succeed in her role as overseer of this outstanding organization that is equaled only be her desire to prove that the arts are essential to life. Her mission is to make APAC the home of arts and culture in the San Gabriel Valley. And given her fiery spirit, she will undoubtedly make that happen.
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ho says that karaoke is reserved solely for the tipsy or the tone deaf? Kids can have their moment in the spotlight too—that’s where Chirp Karaoke Café in Pasadena comes in. Ideal for anyone from casual singers to the next generation of The Voice hopefuls, this ingenious bit of kid-focused fun was contrived by Jennifer Gunn, a chronic entrepreneur and full-time mom to three kids. “I started Chirp Karaoke Café four years ago because I wanted a fun alternative for a children's party venue—something more creative; a place where the parents enjoy the party just as much as the kids,” said Gunn. “I worked very hard to make the space pleasing to both
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Chirp Karaoke Café Connects Kids and Parents Through Music operate Mon-Fri then we take over for our events on the weekends.” For more intimate settings, Gunn has recently added Chirp Mobile, which takes the show on the road for private gatherings. “With Chirp Mobile we bring the karaoke party to you!” said Gunn. “If hosting an event at home or for an office party, we set up the karaoke event wherever you need.” For Gunn, the prospect of allowing parents to be a guest at their own children’s party is key part of her business model. A dedicated host or emcee/DJ is on hand for both children’s and teen packages to guide the event with games, crafts, and of course the music. They’ve got an in-house menu (even a taco stand!) available to make the eats a breeze, and setup and clean up are handled by Gunn’s staff. It’s a one-
kids and adults. I wanted a childlike play on singing, so that is where ‘chirp’ came from—little birdies singing!” It’s not just about singing, either. Chirp Karaoke Café is a 3,200square foot hub of entertainment, outfitted with plenty of snacks, foosball, arcade basketball and free Wi-Fi to keep kids busy. “We are mostly a party and event space,” said Gunn, “and we customize each event to the age. So we can do babies, toddlers, teens and even adult events.” Even dance classes are also offered in the same space throughout the week, with the café also available for private parties, team-building and corporate events for the grown-up crowd. “In the past few months we have partnered (share space) with a coffee shop, Rosebud Coffee,” explained Gunn. “They
and-done party stop with a musical twist, making party planning a bit easier on parents and office staff alike. “I love the happiness I give to all who we host,” said Gunn. “If you’ve never visited Chirp before, I would say come book a unique event for anyone in your family and you will not be disappointed.” Chirp Karaoke Café is located at 2302 E. Colorado Blvd. in Pasadena. Contact the team at www.chirpkaraoke.com | 310.801.1002 | chirpkids@gmail.com and follow along on Facebook @chirpkidskaraoke and Twitter @chirpkids. Opened in 2014 by entrepreneur Jennifer
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Café is a 3,200 square foot entertainment venue where kids and parents can equally enjoy a time of music, food and fun together. - Courtesy photo
Bencosme, Adaimy and the Village People Recognized at C21 Village in Sierra Madre
Julie Bencosme, left, and Jackie Adaimy, were recognized by Century 21 Village as 2nd and 3rd Top Producers for 2017. - Courtesy photo
for 2017 is Jackie Adaimy. Jackie is a native of Lebanon and an Arcadia resident. She not only speaks English but is also fluent in Arabic and French. When asked about her professional philosophy, Adaimy responded “to be honest and open at all times, buyers and sellers want and need to know all of the facts before they make some of the most important decisions in their lives and it is my job to provide everything they need to help
them make those decisions.” The Top Producing Sales Team for 2017 is the team dubbed “The Village People.” comprised of Mike Lepore, who has over 35 years of experience, daughter Kris Mathison and his grandson, Brian Franklin. They finished 2017 as the #1 Ranked Sales team in the San Gabriel Valley for Century 21 and 8th overall in the Region, which includes much of the Greater Los Angeles Area.
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id you know there is an historic and lavish presidential retreat just outside of Palm Springs, in the small desert town of Rancho Mirage? If you didn't know about this, then you are not alone. Until my last visit to the area, I had never heard of it either. But this all changed when someone told me about Sunnylands, a sprawling and beautiful garden oasis in Rancho Mirage that US presidents and world leaders have been visiting for decades. I knew I had to investigate. My getaway began at the luxurious Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa
(www.westinmissionhills. com/), where a friend and I checked into a gorgeous suite overlooking the property's championship golf course. Highlighted by soothing taupe tones with textured accents, the room featured a comfortable, kingsized "Westin Heavenly Bed;" a large flat screen TV; office station with complimentary Wi-Fi; mini-fridge and microwave; a bathroom area with double sinks and a rain forest shower head; and a private balcony overlooking said golf course. After unpacking, we explored the rest of the hotel. Set on 360 acres, the resort showcases Mediterranean architecture, picturesque mountain views and a secluded natural desert land-
scape. Listed as one of Golf Digest's Top 75 Golf Resorts in North America, the hotel features two championship Troon golf courses, The Pete Dye course and the Gary Player Signature Course. Other hotel amenities include an array of gourmet dining options; three pools - one with a 75-foot waterslide; a state-of-the-art workout facility; and the relaxing Spa at Mission Hills, where we enjoyed a rejuvenating body treatment. The rubdown we selected was a memorable, 50-minute honey massage. Using the resort's own honey, the treatment included a warm beeswax thermal mask used on the back to "balance the vital energy of the body." It was a sweet and relaxing
Sunnylands is a desert oasis where us presidents and world leaders meet to work and play in seclusion – Courtesy photo / Greg Aragon
experience. After wonderful day at the Westin, it was time for a presidential trip to Sunnylands (www.sunnylands.org),
a West Coast “Camp David,” where US presidents and world leaders meet in seclusion to party in the desert, while mixing in a little work.
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Groundhog Day in Southern California Sandi Khine sandiwkhine@gmail.com
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ust a few weeks ago, a rodent carried by men in top hats saw its shadow on the ground and marked the begin-
ning of another six long weeks of wintry weather. The circumstance is far from unusual— near the close of winter every year, an extraordinary groundhog known as Punxsutawney Phil decides the fate
of national climate for the coming weeks. For decades, Groundhog Day has been such a deeply rooted tradition in the hearts of so many American people that it has rarely crossed their minds
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to question its existence. The fateful date of Feb. 2 is one where many gather to watch an old, traditional occurrence—can a seemingly insignificant groundhog predict the weather for the six weeks to come? Punxsutawney Phil's name is a mouthful, as is his history and that of a day devoted solely to him. Once Phil rises from hibernation, he checks to see if there is a visible shadow on the ground. If there is, then six more weeks of winter will befall him; if there is no shadow and the day is cloudy, then warmer spring temperatures are imminent. Groundhog Day was once known as Candlemas Day by the German settlers, and it is no surprise that Candlemas Day has the same tradition but with a candle. Feb. 2 was chosen simply because it is the midpoint between the Winter Solstice and the Summer Solstice. Candlemas Day eventually melded with the belief in groundhogs being honorable spirits of the Delaware Natives who settled in Punxsutawney, Pennsylva-
Mid-winter, a curious groundhog peeks out of its burrow. – Courtesy photo
nia; thus, Punxsutawney Phil the immortal groundhog came to be. Phil is not the only predictive groundhog, as there are a plethora of them across the nation: West Virginia's French Creek Freddie, Georgia's Gen. Beauregard Lee, Ohio's Buckeye Chuck, North Carolina's Sir Walter Wally, and so many more. Despite claims that Phil is immortal and that he can communicate in "Groundhogese," many of Phil's past predictions have been incorrect. Here in Southern California though, Phil's forecasting just might
come true. Though the first few weeks of Feb. have been the typical warm weather that Angelenos are so used to, the estimates for the weather ahead are centered around the 60's—a considerable contrast to the sweltering heat of November and December. No matter the outcome of any Groundhog Day, there is one thing to be certain of. Southern Californians will be enjoying the cooler temperatures forecast by Punxsutawney Phil before the infamous warmth sets in for the spring and summer seasons.
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Reader Voices Concern About Incumbent in Arcadia’s Election Dear Editor,
Brothers Ricky and Rex need a new home – Courtesy photo
TWO FEARFUL BROTHERS NEED A HOME Calling all patient cat lovers! We desperately need a foster home for RICKY & REX, age 7. We’ve had them since babies, so they’ve never known a real home. They are “scaredy cats” and hide a lot, especially tabby Rex, with stunning aqua eyes. Our very patient socializers have been working with them, and handsome, all deep gray
Ricky, is beginning to let himself be pet. How wonderful if they could be fostered or adopted and learn what love is! Even skittish cats deserve a forever home! We've seen amazing things happen when "scaredy cats" finally feel love and security! Adoption fee is $100 for both, which includes neuter, microchip, exam & vaccines.
Fosters (no fee) provide food, litter, safety, sweet-talk, and love while we provide vet care. See their videos at http://www.lifelineforpets. org/rex--ricky.html. Call 626-676-9505 for a Meet & Greet. We have a whole page devoted to our shy cats at http://www.lifelineforpets. org/shy-cats-need-homestoo.html.
Career Corner The Value of College Angela COPELAND,
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ollege is expensive. Private college is even more. My undergraduate school is now charging approximately $50,000 per year, just for tuition. Assuming you’re paying of pocket, that’s two hundred thousand dollars for a four-year degree, not including room and board. I love my college, but this is bananas. The idea that a student or parents are expected to come up with this much money for school is difficult to wrap the mind around. The high cost of college makes you wonder what the money is for. College is more than a finishing school. It’s more than a place to learn about history. It will set the foundation for your future professional career. To facilitate this career, many colleges offer a career resources center. But, they are typically opt-in. In other words, career resources isn’t a priority. If finding a job is the ultimate goal, why doesn’t every college offer a mandatory class about just this topic? Along with history, math, and writing, why isn’t there a class in how to get a job? After
all, we spend four years learning the skills we need to do the job. Why not have a course in how to get that job? It seems simple. Universities could use leverage existing career resources staff, or they could find outside coaches or professionals. Fundamentals might include elevator pitch, resume writing, and professional networking. If students knew how to get a job, they would be more likely to land one upon graduation. They very well might make more money,
and in turn, the school would become more valuable. If your school already has a program like this, that’s excellent news. Angela Copeland is a Career Coach and Founder of Copeland Coaching CopelandCoaching.com or on Twitter at @CopelandCoach.
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Recently, the City of Arcadia has changed from city-wide voting to District voting. I live in District 5 where incumbent, Roger Chandler, has been challenged by newcomer, Joyce Platt. Mr. Chandler has served as a Councilman in Arcadia for decades and has overseen and strongly encouraged unrestricted residential development, decimating some of our once-beautiful neighborhoods. These neighborhoods now exhibit chaotic, almost cartoonish streetscapes where once the development was compatible with existing homes and in compliance with our General Plan and Design Guidelines. I do not suggest that Mr. Chandler is benefiting in any tangible way from his unwavering support of developers, rather I believe that some people simply have no sense of proportion or scale and no sense of tasteful design. Sadly, it seems that Mr. Chandler is one of them. And so, although we are grateful to Mr. Chandler for any contributions he may have made to our City over the years, I feel it is time for a change. I am encouraging my neighbors in District 5 to vote for Joyce Platt who has lived in the City for over 40 years. Joyce is retired from teaching in the Arcadia School District where she was respected and admired for her intelligence, organization skills, innovative approach
to problem solving and devotion to her students. She is well-known as a Community Volunteer who has demonstrated good judgement, resourcefulness and leadership. Her platform centers on crime reduction, reasonable and responsible development, balanced budgets and maintaining high quality education in the City. I believe the same qualities that made Joyce an outstanding educator and Community Volunteer will ensure her success as a Councilwoman. Please consider casting your ballot for Joyce Platt. I can promise that she will give each resident and every issue a fair, honest and courteous hearing. Billie T. Arcadia
Reader Waxes Nostalgic Dear Editor, Angela Copeland gives young people priceless advice which they would do well to heed. In retrospect, the most meaningful, and what I now regard as the most important work I ever did, paid minimum wages and was considered by some of my friends as a demeaning job. Back then I worked as an orderly at the L.A. County General Hospital. My duties included bathing my patients, shaving them when they couldn’t shave
themselves, and spoon feeding those with broken arms or who were too weak to hold a utensil. I gave them backrubs, changed their bed sheets (often several times a day), and helped those who needed to get out of their beds and walk through the hallways or to the bathroom. In short, I made them as comfortable as possible and tried to ease the pain and discomfort of their illness or injuries. Yes, my patients rewarded me with their affection…and they too were dear to me. Yet, foolish me! Instead of seeing the beauty of those moments I spent comforting my patients, I envisioned a position that was prestigious and paid more money. After reading Emily Dickinson’s poem “Not in Vain” over the years, I finally understand the true meaning of life and work: “If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain. If I can ease one life the aching, or cool one pain, or help one fainting robin unto his nest again, I shall not live in vain.” How blessed are those who can live and work by the beauty of those words, regardless of their social status! David Q. Monrovia
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Did Mayor Pro Tem Sho Tay Lay An "Arcadia's Best" Hit Piece On Councilman Tom Beck Under The Name Of Its Long Departed Editor, Scott Hettrick? Sierra Madre Tattler sierramadretattler@gmail.com
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K, here's the deal. Things have gotten weird in Peacocktown, and I'm going to try and untangle the mystery for you. But please remember, it is now election season in Arcadia. Things will happen. As you might not have known, the famed "Arcadia's Best" blog is now run by Arcadia's Mayor Pro Tem, Sho Tay. Arcadia's Best used to be the pride and joy of a fellow named Scott Hettrick. Scott ran it as a Chamber of Commerce news site, and filled it with articles that promoted local businesses and civic events. Nice booster style stuff. However, Scott moved to Nebraska a couple of years back to be with his grandkids and gave up the blog business. Things then quickly went downhill at a site many now refer to as "Arcadia's Worst." Last week someone posted a truly nasty hit piece on the Arcadia's Best site crucifying current Arcadia
City Councilman Tom Beck. And this person did it using the name Scott Hettrick. Scott, after being contacted by incredulous Arcadia residents at his home in far away Omaha, swore he had nothing to do with it. And why would he? He gave the site to Sho Tay two years ago and hasn't touched it since. Plus this isn't his style. Scott is a nice guy. Sho Tay was then contacted and asked why he had written such a thing and posted it on a site many still believe has something to do with civic involvement and promoting the nicer things in Arcadia. Sho claimed it wasn't him, but rather it was posted by hackers and he would take care of it right away. So what was Sho Tay's idea of taking care of this situation? Did he take down the offending article and apologize to Scott Hettrick? Or explain to a baffled community that the article was put there by a hacker, and that he has hired professionals to improve the security on a site that he himself owns? No, instead he left the
article up. Sho admitted that Hettrick didn't write it, but then gave it the name of a new author. The hit piece remained publicly attached to the name Scott Hettrick, but Sho said it was actually posted by someone nobody has ever heard of. Look, if your website was hacked and such nastiness was left there, and under the name of a highly respected fellow who ran the local Chamber of Commerce for years no less, you'd immediately pull it down, right? Then call the cops. Obviously Sho Tay's odd solution raises a lot of questions. My opinion? What follows is conjecture, but it is where the evidence is pointing. Sho Tay, or someone close, wrote the piece, and he posted it on his site under the name of Scott Hettrick because he thought that would lend it some credibility. Obviously Sho felt it needed a credibility boost, and for once he was right. And if true, this was all a very bizarre thing for a Mayor Pro Tem to do. Even one from Arcadia.
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Hello. My Name Is… How To Get Past the First Hello. hedda muskat Author of The Dating Mystique heddamuskat@gmail.com
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ames are a compromise between intimacy and keeping intimacy away.” Games People Play – Eric Berne No matter where you are when you actually meet someone you may be interested in person, not via a video chat, but in the flesh, the first hello can be terrifying. Men tend to focus on the verbal tricks usually with some silly pick up line. The interesting thing is that no matter how cheesy or corny that may be, if the woman finds this man somewhat attractive, it can work. If there is eye contact and your target doesn’t look away in disgust, you may be on to something here.
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Read the body language. Then go for the next line. Pick up lines that have an endearing quality about them can break the ice and ease into the start of a conversation past hello. Your opening line doesn’t have to be so clever but it should be sincere, friendly and warm. A simple, “hi there” or “my name is”, is enough to find out if that person is interested. It takes a fraction of a second to gage the moment. If the girl is interested in you, it doesn’t matter how perfect your move is. The first hello is the start of perfect flirting. It’s important to have another line waiting in the wings to ignite more conversation and trigger some responses from her. Here are 3 tips on how to get past the first hello: 1. A safe way to
open your conversation is asking a generic question or comment about the environment you’re in . 2. Ask for their advice. Such as, “I’m trying to find the perfect gift for my parents anniversary. What would you suggest?” 3. Or a pick up line right out of the box that’s edgy. “Do you believe in love at first sight, or should I walk by you again?” The key here is to gently make eye contact and see if she smiles or looks like she needs a bathroom. Are you ready to say “hello”? Hedda Muskat is the author of The Dating Mystique based on her days as a writer on the TV Show “Love Connection”.
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GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA 2018-01 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION PCR 2018-01 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION PCR 2018-02 A public hearing will be held by the Planning Commission of the City of Monrovia at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, in the City Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California to consider the proposed Open Space Element of the Monrovia General Plan and the Negative Declaration for the Open Space Element and Citywide Park Master Plan. The Open Space Element and Park Master Plan are documents that address the comprehensive and long-range preservation and conservation of open space land, describes characteristics of the existing park system, projects the need for parks, and provides goals and policies as well as strategies to implement those policies. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and the City’s local CEQA Guidelines, the City has conducted an Initial Study which shows that the proposed project (Open Space Element and Park Master Plan) will not have a significant impact on the environment. The adoption of the Negative Declaration is therefore proposed.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MONROVIA PLANNING COMMISSION 415 SOUTH IVY AVENUE MONROVIA, CA 91016
Project Location: 17 W. Las Tunas Drive APNS: 5788-020-030 and 5788-020-31
Contact Information: Project Planner: Vanessa Quiroz, Assistant Planner VQuiroz@ArcadiaCA.gov (626) 574-5422 City of Arcadia Planning Services 240 W. Huntington Drive P.O. Box 60021 Arcadia, CA 91066
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held for the project described below. The project includes the following: A. CEQA – Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration B. Planned Development No. PD 17-01, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 17-05, Lot Line Adjustment No. LLA 18-01, Multi-family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 17-06, Protected Tree Encroachment Permit No. TRE 18-03, and Protected Healthy Tree Removal No. TRH 18-03 Project Description: The request is develop the site with a mixed use project with 77 multi-family residential units (two and three stories buildings), three (3) live/work units with 2,487 square feet of commercial space, and an 8,500 square foot, onestory commercial building along Las Tunas Drive. The planned development is proposed since exceptions to the required design and development standards are being sought to provide design flexibility to this mixed-use project. For more information about the project visit: www.ArcadiaCa.gov/significantprojects
Applicant: The Olson Company Hearing Date and Time: Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. Place of Hearing: Arcadia City Council Chambers 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA
The public comment period for the proposed Negative Declaration has begun and will extend through the date of the Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. The Initial Study and the draft Negative Declaration are on file and available for review in the offices of the Planning Division at the address below. The Staff Report pertaining to this item will be available on Thursday, March 8, 2018 after 4:00 p.m. at Monrovia City Hall, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, Community Development Department and on the City’s website at www.cityofmonrovia.org/planning. The purpose of this public hearing is to afford the public an opportunity to be heard concerning the proposed Open Space Element. If you challenge this application in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. If you need additional information on this matter or have questions, please contact the Planning Division at (626) 932-5565 or e-mail at planning@ci.monrovia.ca.us. Este aviso es para informarle sobre una junta pública acerca de un cambio de la ley indicada arriba. Si necesita información adicional en español, favor de ponerse en contacto del Departamento de Planificación al número (626) 932-5565. Sheri Bermejo Planning Division Manager PLEASE PUBLISH ON FEBRUARY 22, 2018 MONROVIA WEEKLY
Probate Notices NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ROBERT REYNOSO AKA BOBBY REYNOSO CASE NO. 18STPB01282
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ROBERT REYNOSO AKA BOBBY REYNOSO. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by RICHARD REYNOSO in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that RICHARD REYNOSO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 03/12/18 at 8:30AM in Dept. 67 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner JAMES R. HELMS, JR. - SBN 23590 HELMS & MYERS 150 N SANTA ANITA AVE #685 ARCADIA CA 91006 2/15, 2/19, 2/22/18 CNS-3099541# ARCADIA WEEKLY
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Public Notices ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Sonya Marie Martinez and Francisco Chavez Jr FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: VS030786 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 12720 Norwalk Blvd, Rm 101, Norwalk, Ca 90650, Central District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Sonya Marie Martinez and Francisco Chavez Jr filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Ryan James Martinez-Chavez to Proposed name Ryan James Chavez 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/28/2018 Time: 1:30PM Dept: C Room: 312 The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Monrovia Weekly DATED: January 26, 2018 Margaret M. Bernal JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. February 1, 8, 15, 22, 2018 MONROVIA WEEKLY ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Su Mei Lin AKA Sumei Lin Tsai FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES021137 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 600 East Broadway, Glendale, CA 91206, North Central District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Su Mei Lin AKA Sumei Lin Tsai filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Su Mei Lin AKA Sumei Lin Tsai to Proposed name Szumei Lin 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/28/2018 Time: 8:30AM Dept: E Room: 260 The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Arcadia Weekly DATED: January 31, 2018
Darrell Mavis JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. February 1, 8, 15, 22, 2018 ARCADIA WEEKLY NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE (U.C.C. 6101 et seq. and B & P 24074 et seq.) Escrow No. 139081-SR Notice is hereby given that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license is about to be made. The names and addresses of the Seller/ Licensee are: FLLC GROUP CORP., 402 - 404 S. MYRTLE AVENUE, MONROVIA, CA 910162812 The Business is known as: SOW HOUSE MONROVIA The names and addresses of the Buyer/ Transferee are: BASIN 142 LLC, 402 - 404 S. MYRTLE AVENUE, MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA 91016-2812 As listed by the Seller/Licensee, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller/Licensee within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer/Transferee are: NONE The assets to be sold are described in general as: Certain furniture, fixtures, equipment, goodwill, inventory and other assets of a certain business known as SOW HOUSE MONROVIA and are located at: 402- 404 S. MYRTLE AVENUE, MONROVIA, CA 91016-2812. The kind of license to be transferred is: ON-SALE GENERAL EATING PLACE #47-466125 now issued for the premises located at: 402 - 404 S. MYRTLE AVENUE, CALIFORNIA 91016-2812 The anticipated date of the sale/transfer is 03/12/18 at the office of Glen Oaks Escrow, 6100 San Fernando Road Glendale; CA 91201. ATT: SHIRLEY ALINE RUGG, ESCROW OFFICER. The amount of the purchase price or consideration in connection with the transfer of the license and business, including the estimated inventory, is the sum of $94,000.00, which consists of the following: CASH $94,000.00 TOTAL AMOUNT $94,000.00 It has been agreed between the Seller/ Licensee and the intended Buyer/Transferee, as required by Sec. 24073 of the Business and Professions Code, that the consideration for the transfer of the business and license is to be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. Dated: January 5, 2018 FLLC GROUP CORP., a California Corporation By: /S/ Xiating Zheng, President BASIN 142 LLC, a California Limited Liability Company RED STAR CONSULTING INC. By: /S/ Joseph Friedman, Operating Member JDF CONSULTING INC. By: /S/ John David Friedman, Operating Member
Buyer/Transferee 2/22/18 CNS-3101751# ARCADIA WEEKLY NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (Division 6 of the Commercial Code) Escrow No. 103423-GK (1) Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described. (2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: LUXURY LAND AUTO WRECKING, INC., 3301 S. PECK ROAD., MONROVIA, CA 91016 (3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: (4) The name and business address of the Buyer(s) are: FRANK CHIMENTI AND MARA CHIMENTI, 80 W, SIERRA MADRE BLVD, #363, SIERRA MADRE, CA 91024 (5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are: FURNITURE, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, TRADENAME, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, GOODWILL, LEASE AND LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS of that certain business located at: 3301 S. PECK ROAD., MONROVIA, CA 91016 (6) The business name used by the seller(s) at said location is: LUXURY LAND AUTO WRECKING (7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is MARCH 12, 2018, at the office of ESCROW WORLD INC, 1055 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE 1555, LOS ANGELES, CA 90017, Escrow No. 103423-GK, Escrow Officer: GINA KIM (8) Claims may be filed with Same as “7” above. (9) The last date for filing claims is: MARCH 9, 2018 (10) This Bulk Sale is subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code. (11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: NONE DATED: FEBRUARY 12, 2018 TRANSFEREES: FRANK CHIMENTI AND MARA CHIMENTI LA1922400 MONROVIA WEEKLY 2/22/18
Trustee Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Recording requested by: TS No. CA-17-783981NJ Order No.: 8717826 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/25/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in
Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the accrued principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): JOE B. ROUSE, SR. AND PRISCILLA ROUSE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 12/7/2005 as Instrument No. 05 2991737 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 3/13/2018 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Amount of accrued balance and other charges: $327,456.47 The purported property address is: 1220 S. MAYFLOWER AVENUE #C, MONROVIA, CA 91016 Assessor's Parcel No. : 8508-004-098 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the trustee: CA-17-783981-NJ. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the mortgagor, the mortgagee, or the mortgagee's attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right's against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-17-783981-NJ IDSPub #0136603 2/8/2018 2/15/2018 2/22/2018 MONROVIA WEEKLY
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Pasadena Bulldogs Easily Defeat Loyola, Look to rancho verde Spencer Stueve sports@beaconmedianews.com
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he Pasadena High School Bulldogs were the clear favorite in their opening round playoff game against Loyola last Friday. At 20-6, and with an experienced roster, beating the Bulldogs would be a challenge for any team, but for the Loyola High School Cubs, it would be an impossible task without slowing down Bulldog superstar Bryce Hamilton. At just 14-12, the Cubs barely snuck into the playoffs, and Hamilton and
the Bulldogs were determined to make their stint a short one. The game was all Hamilton, and it was all Bulldogs. Early on, he looked to distribute the ball, but once he decided it was time to take over the scoring duties, the Cubs were helpless to stop him. Hamilton poured in points in every way, knocking in jumpers and driving to the basket with relative ease. The UNLV signee scored 28 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, but he was not alone. Darius Brown II, along with Tavian Percy, has been perfect compliments
to Hamilton all season, and last Friday, it was more of the same. While Hamilton started slow and picked up his game in the 2nd quarter, it was Brown and Percy who got the ball rolling for the Bulldogs early. At halftime, Pasadena led 50-30, and in the 2nd half, they cruised to victory. The final score was 77-47. The Bulldogs also took on Damien High School on Tuesday, ending with a score of 88-75 Pasadena. Up next, Pasadena faces Rancho Verde High School on Friday, February 23 at Maranatha High School at 7 pm.
The bulldogs dominated Loyola to advance in the playoffs - Courtesy photo / Twitter @jacklama7
Monrovia Boys Soccer Has Strong Season Spencer Stueve sports@beaconmedianews.com
Arcadia girls basketball was hot and cold in 20172018/Arcadia Unified School District Facebook
Arcadia Girls Basketball Has Up and Down Season Spencer Stueve sports@beaconmedianews.com
The Arcadia Apaches girls basketball team had a weird season. They began the season on fire, took a nosedive midseason, and then recovered enough to finish in respectable fashion. The Apaches cruised through the early season November games with ease.
They crushed the Monrovia Wildcats in the season opener by 62 points and then went on to dispatch five of their next six opponents, as well. Then things turned. On December 14, AHS lost to Upland High School, and the season went in the tank. Arcadia lost five of six, got back on the winning side by crushing Hoover, but then lost five more consecutively.
To the credit of the players and coaching staff, Arcadia finished the season by winning four of their final six games. Their overall record was just 12-13 and they finished fifth in Pacific League standings. Sahana Saikumar led the team in scoring. Mychayl Phillips was the top rebounder. Ashley Sue led the team in assists. All will be back in 2018-2019.
The boys soccer team is one of the best teams on campus at Monrovia High School. The Wildcats are coached by Michael Williams, and like they have done in so many years under Williams’ guidance, the Wildcats just keep winning. MHS finished the regular season once again atop of the Rio Hondo League standings, winning the league with a 9-1 mark, finishing 16-6-3 overall. They are led by two seniors, Justin Albert and Keenan McKelvey, as well as strong goaltending by fellow senior Edward Yousseff. With the league championship came a berth in the CIF Southern Section Division V playoffs. In
the opening round of the playoffs, the Wildcats took on the Mountain View Vikings, and though the game certainly wasn’t pretty, MHS kept their season alive, winning 1-0. They will take on Oak Hills High School in the 2nd
round of the playoffs this Wednesday. The Monrovia Wildcats had another very strong season/ Courtesy Dettlaff
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‘From Monarchs to Barons: The Legacy of the Negro Leagues’ in pasadena Feb. 24, at La Pintoresca Branch Library Terry Cannon Ex. Director The Baseball Reliquary
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n Saturday, February 24, at 2:00 p.m., the Baseball Reliquary will turn its gaze to the Negro Leagues with a program entitled “From Monarchs to Barons: The Legacy of the Negro Leagues” at the La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. Once again, we turn to author, filmmaker, and photographer Byron Motley, who will discuss the great teams and players of the Negro Leagues, which rose to prominence in the decades before MLB’s integration. Los Angeles folk singer Ross Altman will join Byron and perform his original compositions “Ballad of Jackie Robinson” and “Civil Rights and Baseball.” A display of baseball artworks by Bill Cormalis Jr., Tina Hoggatt, and Ben Sakoguchi will also be featured. For additional information, visit: http://www.baseballreliquary.org/2018/01/ monarchs-barons-legacy-
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negro-leagues-february24-2018-pasadena-ca/ In celebration of Black History Month, the Baseball Reliquary and the La Pintoresca Branch Library present “From Monarchs to Barons: The Legacy of the Negro Leagues,” a program spot-
lighting the great teams and players of the black professional baseball leagues – the Negro Leagues – that rose to prominence in the decades before Major League Baseball’s integration. Author, filmmaker, and photographer Byron Motley
will discuss the men and women who made the Negro Leagues both prosperous and exciting, and will explain how the Negro Leagues were more than just about baseball – they were also an integral part of the modern day Civil Rights Movement.
Los Angeles folk singer Ross Altman will perform his original compositions “Ballad of Jackie Robinson” and “Civil Rights and Baseball.” Ross has a Ph.D. in Modern Literature from SUNY Binghamton, and left the classroom for the stage only to turn the stage
into a classroom. His baseball songs were released on a CD, The National Pastime (Grey Goose Music), in 2016. Attendees can also view the Baseball Reliquary’s exhibit (on display throughout the month of February) on Jackie Robinson, Larry Doby, Willie Mays, and others who began their careers in the Negro Leagues and later became All-Stars in the Major Leagues after baseball’s integration. The exhibit features artworks by Bill Cormalis Jr. and Ben Sakoguchi. Also on display will be “Eight Ballplayers from the Negro Leagues,” artist Tina Hoggatt’s suite of linocut and letterpress portraits of African-American baseball icons. Refreshments will be served. The program and exhibit are supported, in part, by a grant to the Baseball Reliquary from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Los Angeles County Arts Commission. For further information, contact the Baseball Reliquary at (626) 791-7647 or the La Pintoresca Branch Library at (626) 744-7268.
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