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ARCADIA COUNCIL URGES CITIZENS TO HELP WITH VOTER FRAUD INVESTIGATION Galen PATTERSON galen.patterson303@gmail.com
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Councilwoman Verlato said the mail-in ballot system of voting could allow for a greater risk of voter fraud because of the ability to get ballots signed and submitted without physically being in the city, whereas a polling station demands the people show up in person. - Photo by Terry Miller / Beacon Media News - Courtesy photo
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Hyper Coffee in Downtown Arcadia Helen WANG, GUEST CONTRIBUTOR It is my pleasure to be invited by the Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association to guest write an
article this week about my business, Hyper Coffee. It was a summer day in 2001, and I was strolling from my house just five minutes from Downtown Arcadia when this SEE DOWNTOWN PAGE 15
Arcadia Apache Football’s Inaugural Alumni Golf Tournament Staff Writer editorial@beaconmedianews.com
Arcadia Apache Football is holding its Inaugural Alumni Golf Tournament next month. On June 21, the big fundraiser for Arcadia Apache Football starts at 7am at Santa
Anita Golf Course. There will be a scramble format for both men and women. Additionally, there will be a longest drive tournament; closest to the pin; largest class turnout contest; SEE GOLF PAGE 15
rcadia City Council convened on the evening of May 1 for a regular session, following last week’s special council re-organization session. The main topic on the agenda was a request for the city attorney, Mr. Stephen Dietsch, to provide direction on the city’s efforts to investigate several allegations leveled against Mayor Pro Tempore Sho Tay. During the council comments, Tay asked Mr. Dietsch to publicly explain the Ralph M. Brown Act, which Dietsch defined as a law that ensures the business of the public is conducted in the open, with some exceptions. Examples of exceptions to the Brown Act could be matters involving labor or real estate negotiations. Last week, members of the public expressed concerns that Tay’s use of WeChat was possibly a violation of the Brown Act. SEE VOTER FRAUD PAGE 14
ARCADIA POSTMASTER CHANGES PO BOX LOBBY HOURS DUE TO VANDALISM Arcadia Postmaster Yvonne Carrillo sent a letter recently to Post Office Box holders regarding cases of vandalism and reports of homeless individuals sleeping in the lobby after hours which set off alarm bells in the
community. As a result, the Postmaster has ordered the doors locked at 5:30 PM daily, 5:00pm on Saturday and 3:00PM on Sunday effective May 1. SEE POSTMASTER PAGE 15
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The Power of Oneness Table of Contents News & Community . . 3-5, 14-15 Crime Blotters . . . . 6 Did You Know?. . . 7 Cinco de Mayo Featured Page . . . 8 Arts & Entertainment . . 9-11 Mother’s Day Featured page . . . 15 Business . . . 17 Education . . . 18-19 Lifestyle . . . 20-21 Obituaries . . . 22 Regional News . . . 23 Opinion . . . 24-25 Sports . . . 26 - STAFF BOX CEO Jesse Dillon COO Andrea Olivas Managing Editor Amelia Lucero News Editor / Photographer Terry Miller
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n excellent way to decrease stress is to step out of oneself and focus on helping others. The more we volunteer, the happier we feel. Volunteering increases self-confidence when you are doing good for others and the community. Community Involvement is the process of engaging in conversation and collaboration with community members. This past Saturday, I volunteered a couple of hours at the
which was facilitated by Dr. Del Yarbrough, acting president of the Pasadena NAACP, and visionary. The purpose of the meeting was to bring community leaders together to brainstorm around the possibility of developing a definitive program where the significant amount of resources in the greater Pasadena area may be better focused on the children, youth, and adults with the greatest needs. I must say, I was surprised and impressed with the number of individuals who turned out for
an early Saturday morning meeting. In attendance were esteemed local leaders such as Dr. Robert H. Bell, Senior Vice President/ Assistant Superintendent, Pasadena City College, Dr. Brian McDonald, Superintendent, PUSD, and Lola Osborne, Deputy Director Human Services, City of Pasadena, as well as many more. Dr. Yarbrough prepared a down-home style continental breakfast with coffee and juices for our delight. The meeting was held in the main conference room around an executive style table that allowed for much participation. The critical area iden-
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addressed during the next meeting. Our community has a plethora of opportunities where you can make a difference. It doesn’t have to be as extraordinary as the one mentioned in this article. No matter how big or small, there’s strength in the power of oneness. Here are several ways you can help your local community while improving your health. You can volunteer in your churches, schools, neighborhoods, non-profits, youth sports, and many others … Simply go to Google and search “volunteering opportunities in Pasadena, CA.”
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tified for discussion came out of the program modules or components which were exposure, academics, leadership development, and service. Although this was the first step in addressing a prodigious task, we unanimously agreed to save our youth and young adults from going down a too familiar destructive path and having a feeling of no alternative or no way out are well worth one's time and effort. The meeting ended on a very positive note with much conversation and excitement regarding “to do’s” and “follow-ups” to be
Bookmark Contest Winners Announced By Sierra Madre Public Library Winners of the annual Library Bookmark Contest were announced at the Sierra Madre Public Library’s recent Annual Open House. Nearly 400 students who live in Sierra Madre, go to school in town, or have a Sierra Madre Library card entered the contest. Winning artwork is on display in the Library’s Children's Room. Select winning bookmarks are bring printed and will be available at the Library. Contest winners are: 1st Place: Patton Altruz Kindergarten, Sierra Madre Elementary School 2nd Place: Audrey Osaki Kindergarten, Saint Rita School 1st Place: Samantha Aldana First Grade, Sierra Madre Elementary School 2nd Place: Chase W. Cole First Grade, Sierra Madre Elementary School 1st Place: Emma Noel Abajian Second Grade, Homeschooled 2nd Place: Kyle Kouchakian Second
Grade, Saint Rita School 1st Place: Gavin Underbrink Third Grade, Saint Rita School 2nd Place: Julianne Kinne Third Grade, High Point Academy 1st Place: Daniel Delatorre Fourth Grade, Sierra Madre Elementary School 2nd Place: Finneas Moser Fourth Grade, Sierra Madre Elementary School 1st Place: Emily Lavin Fifth Grade, Saint Rita School 2nd Place: Dominic Diaz Fifth Grade, Saint Rita School 1ST Place: Mikayla Hsien Sixth Grade, Gooden School 2nd Place: Celia Goff Sixth Grade, Sierra Madre Middle School 1st Place: Cole Shepard Seventh Grade, Saint Rita School 2nd Place: Ethan Kilpatrick Seventh Grade, Saint Rita School 1st Place: Jadyn Iinuma Eighth Grade, Westridge School for Girls
KCET’s anchor/reporter Val Zavala will give an insider’s look at “The Changing Media: from Walter Cronkite to Fake News” May 11, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at Mijares Restaurant, 145 Palmetto Drive, Pasadena. A fund raiser for the League of Women Voters Pasadena, a buffet luncheon is $65; $100 for the speaker’s table. With the upcoming June primary and voter registration drives among students, funding is critical. It also covers candidate forums,
voter information booklets and pro-and-cons on ballot measures. Information and tickets are available online lwv-pa.org or by calling the League office at 626-7980965. Fittingly, Zavala, won the prestigious Walter Cronkite Excellence in Journalism award for her 1-minute ballot proposition explainers. A resident of Altadena, she also has won 19 L.A. area Emmy Awards, eight Golden Mikes and numerous Los Angeles Press Club awards.
Unlock the Social Media Basics Online social media networks have taken the world by storm. Learn the fundamentals of the biggest sites and stay connected. This FREE workshop will be presented by your friends at the Atladena Realty Group on Tuesday, May 8,
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BoldPas: An Art Takeover of Old Pasadena Old Pasadena becomes the canvas for a day of art and play when Old Pasadena Management District (OPMD) stages its second annual BoldPas: An Art Takeover of Old Pasadena on Saturday, May 12, from 12:00 to 8:00pm. BoldPas is a vibrant, free, one-day art takeover, showcasing 13 selected, large, temporary art installations throughout the historic alleyways of Old Pasadena. The day’s creative atmosphere is magnified with three live painters, 30+ art stops, and art activities for all ages, all day long. More than a dozen selected works from L.A. artists feature a “bold” theme, displaying bright colors, surprising scale, and playfulness; many encourage direct interaction with viewers. The free event highlights the character of the unique urban and historic public spaces of Old Pasadena’s 22-block district. Visitors are invited to spend the day walking the district and encountering artistic, ephemeral interventions at every turn.
Gather with friends, stroll the alleys and side streets, meet artists and local business owners, snap and share your photos, and connect with Pasadena’s creative community - come experience Old Pasadena with new eyes. Event day activities include: - 13 Temporary Art Installations by selected artists: Kelley Anderson, Todd Bank, Ash Cano, Leah Clancy, Maxwell Coppola, Hannah Hiler, Phillip Meacham, Rebekah Neel & Meagan VanDeventer, Nathaniel Osollo, Keith Patterson & Viviana Palacio, Robyn Sanford, Amy Van Gilder, Rachel Visalda - Live Painters Allison Bamcat, Luke Chueh, and Valerie Pobjoy working all afternoon on new large canvas pieces - “Beautiful Pasadena”: A Special Installation Presented by Flower Pepper Gallery featuring 5 artists each taking over a display window: Valerie Pobjoy, Ivana Quezada, Shangee Shin, Amy Van Gilder, Po Yan Leung
- Pasadena Walking Tours hosts two tours at 12:30pm and 3:00pm, highlighting both the temporary installations and Old Pasadena’s permanent public art, as well as offering a chance to meet the onsite artists. Tours require advance registration (https://bit. ly/2Kg4u1S) - 30+ Art Stops at participating stores and restaurants create the perfect backdrop for selfies and one-of-a-kind photo ops - Friendship Church Activity Hub offering poetry writers in the “Haiku Garden”, KCRW DJ Glenn Red, food trucks, Friendship Gospel Choir performance, and tours of the historic church Warrior Painters capturing the event scene en plein air at several locations - Event Maps will be available at three Info Booths and all Merchant Art Stops for self-guided tours Visit www.oldpasdena. org/boldpas for complete information.
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Discover the Thrill of Sabre Fencing at West Coast Fencing Academy in Monrovia
Susana bonis Guest Contributor In the San Gabriel Valley, opportunities abound for youth sports like soccer, baseball, basketball, and volleyball. The West Coast Fencing Academy in Monrovia is ready to introduce youth to the fascinating sport of sabre fencing. Fencing is the martial art of fighting with blades; there are three types: sabre, foil, and épée. It is an elegant sport that simultaneously combines speed, accuracy, and strategy. For these reasons, it is often described as “physical chess.” It is a sport highly valued by colleges. More than 30 top tier colleges in the United States have a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) fencing team; more than 100 other colleges do as well. Competitive fencing is one of only five sports that have been featured in every one of the modern Olympic Games since 1896, alongside track and field, cycling, swimming, and gymnastics.
West Coast Fencing Academy is led by Olympic medalist Nikolay Kovalev
West Coast Fencing Academy is led by Nikolay Kovalev—a bronze medalist in the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, a gold medalist in the 2014 World Championships, a four-time World team champion, and a five-time European team champion. His goal is to develop competitive fencers at West Coast Fencing Academy. Students attend from across the San Gabriel Valley. The club even draws students from as far away as San Diego. On February 25, the West Coast Fencing Academy held its first tournament. Seventy-
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nine youth ages 8 to 14 from fencing clubs across the region participated. Fencers from West Coast Fencing Academy had a strong performance. Top finishers included Anneliesse Alcalde (first place in Y14), Joshua Li (second place in Y14), and Nathan Leung (second place in Y12). These youth are the best to speak about the sport of fencing and about West Coast Fencing Academy. Read More at, MonroviaWeekly.com
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A week before NASA launches its next mission to Mars, Vice President Mike Pence toured on Saturday, April 28, the birthplace of numerous past, present and future space missions at the agency’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California. The afternoon visit by the Vice President, his wife, Karen, and daughter Charlotte, included a stop in JPL’s Mission Control, where engineers will communicate with NASA’s Interior Exploration using Seismic Investigations, Geodesy and Heat Transport (InSight). The Mars lander is scheduled to launch Saturday, May 5, from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. InSight will be the first interplanetary mission ever to launch from the West Coast, and is the first-ever mission to study the interior of Mars. The Mission Control building, a National Historic Landmark, has served as a hub for communications
with countless spacecraft since 1964, including some of NASA’s Apollo Moon missions, the twin Voyager spacecraft at the edge of our solar system, and the Cassini mission to Saturn. From here, Charlotte Pence had an opportunity to send commands giving the Mars Curiosity rover a day’s worth of science activities. The signal took about seven minutes to travel the 80 million miles to reach Curiosity, which has been roaming the Red Planet for almost six years. “We were honored to show the Vice President, who has a strong commitment to space exploration, some of our special sites and space missions,” said JPL Director Michael Watkins. “With JPL’s rich history, which includes designing and building America’s first satellite for launch in 1958, and with our cutting-edge scientific capabilities, we stand ready to advance exploration as we move
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ARCADIA April 22 At approximately 8:30 p.m., officers responded to Par 3 Golf Course, 620 East Live Oak Avenue regarding a battery that had just occurred. The victim stated that he was engaged in an argument with the suspect when the suspect hit his head several times with a three foot long tree branch. The investigation is ongoing. April 23
Just after 12:30 a.m., officers were patrolling a construction site in the 800 block of West Huntington Drive when they observed a male subject leaving the site. A consensual search of the subject led to the discovery of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. The 28-year-old male from Pasadena was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. April 24
Just after 10:00 p.m., officers responded to the 500 block of West Huntington Drive regarding the report of an unresponsive female in a pool. Officers retrieved the female from the pool and the Arcadia Fire Department began performing lifesaving procedures. The female was transported to a hospital where she was pronounced deceased. The investigation is ongoing. April 25
At about 3:00 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a residence in the 800 block of Kingsley Drive regarding the report of a burglary. An investiga-
tion revealed, a newer model silver four door sedan with paper plates was seen parked to the front of the residence when two male suspects, wearing black hooded sweatshirts, exited the passenger side of the car and jumped the fence to the east side of the property. They removed a screen from an open rear window, entered the residence and stole two handbags and several watches before fleeing the scene. April 26
At about 7:40 p.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Oakwood Drive and Sycamore Avenue when he noticed a vehicle with tinted windows and paper plates stop past the limit line at the intersection. The officer conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and discovered that the occupants were in possession of burglary tools, drug paraphernalia and several stolen credit cards. One subject had an outstanding warrant for her arrest. The vehicle was impounded and the 34-year-old male and 31-year-old female, both from Lake Havasu, Arizona, along with the 38-year-old male from Arcadia, were all arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. April 27
Just before 8:00 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Colorado Place and Colorado Boulevard for making a left turn against a red arrow. Upon contacting the driver, the officer detected a strong odor of alcohol emitting from the driver. Through a series of tests, the officer determined the
30-year-old female from Queen Creek, Arizona was driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage. She was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.
At approximately 8:40 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 100 block of East Norman Avenue regarding an audible alarm. The officer discovered a smashed rear glass sliding door. A bedroom had been ransacked, however the victim claimed nothing of value was missing. No suspects were seen and no witnesses were located. April 28
Just after 1:00 a.m., officers responded to the 100 block of West Arthur Avenue regarding a suspicious person wearing a hooded sweatshirt looking over a fence to a rear yard. A suspicious vehicle was parked in the area occupied by a female and child. They were contacted and found to be in possession of stolen property. It was determined the female was waiting for her brother while he committed burglaries. He was contacted through her phone and refused to return to the location. The 43-year-old female from Glendora was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. At around 10:30 p.m., officers responded to Chef’s Coffee Shop, 13 East Live Oak Avenue regarding a burglary alarm activation. Officers discovered pry marks on the front door and the cash register drawer on the floor. Surveillance footage showed a suspect entered the
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April 21 Special Enforcement Team officers stopped a vehicle in the 2600 block of S. California for a driving violation. A probation search of the vehicle revealed the occupants were in possession of narcotics. The occupants were issued citations.
An officer was patrol An officer was patrolling the 100 block of W. Duarte when he saw a vehicle commit a driving violation. He stopped the vehicle and found the driver to be intoxicated. Field sobriety tests were conducted and the driver was arrested for DUI. April 22
Several residents in the 700 block of Monterey called the police because a male subject was heard and seen walking through their front yards. Officers arrived and located the subject. They found him to be heavily intoxicated and unable to care for his own safety, so he was arrested for public intoxication and taken into custody. A vehicle collided into another vehicle in the 800 block of W. Foothill. The driver found to be at fault was heavily intoxicated and was complaining of pain. He was transported to a nearby hospital. This investigation is continuing. April 23
A resident in the 200 block of W. Colorado walked outside his home and discovered his vehicle had been
burglarized sometime during the night. The victim’s wallet and money had been stolen. This investigation is continuing.
The owner of a business in the 500 block of Fig arrived at work and found large amounts of scrap metal had been stolen from his locked and gated yard sometime during the weekend while the business was closed. April 24
A male subject entered a store in the 1600 block of S. Mountain, removed merchandise from a shelf and left the store without paying. Store security stopped the suspect outside the store. Officers responded and after an investigation, arrested the suspect for the theft.
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April 24 At approximately 9:05AM, a petty theft occurred in the 100 block of Lowell Place. The suspect took the victim’s gardening equipment and placed it in the bed of the suspect’s truck. The victim attempted to remove his gardening equipment from the bed of the suspect’s truck, but the suspect drove away, knocking the victim to the ground. The victim sustained minor injuries.
took some of the victim’s property totaling about $1759.99.
At 2:22PM Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at Santa Anita and Sierra Madre Bl. During the contact with the driver, officers smelled a strong odor of Marijuana emitting from inside the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle advised officers that there were several grams of Marijuana inside the vehicle. During a vehicle search officers discovered 40.6 grams of Marijuana. The driver was cited and released. April 26
Officers responded to the 600 block of E. Highland Ave in regards to a suspicious person in the area. Officers made a consensual contact with the subject. The subject falsely personated another subject by giving officers a name and date of birth not belonging to him. The subject was arrested, transported and booked at Pasadena Police Jail. April 28
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At about 3:42AM a bicyclist was stopped for not having any lighting equipment on Sierra Madre Blvd. at Park Ave. The subject who is a minor was found to be in possession of a controlled substance. The juvenile was cited and released to his parent who was also cited.
A residential burglary in the 400 block of E. Laurel occurred between the hours of 8:00AM and 10:30AM. The unknown suspect(s) used force to enter the residence by shattering a glass French door located to the rear of the property that lead to the living room. The suspect(s)
A traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle for a vehicle code violation at about 9:17PM. Upon further investigation, it was determined that the driver was unlicensed. A search of the vehicle led to finding a loaded 9mm pistol in the glove box. The subject were transported to Pasadena
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What is Cinco de Mayo?
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here are chapters in history that describe a country’s action of honor, courage, and resistance. Times set to be worthy enough to be written for history books, or make you feel proud about where your ancestors come from after learning their true story . Although Cinco de Mayo is not quite a popular holiday in Mexico, in the United States it has become a day on which we celebrate Mexican heritage and its culture. Cinco de Mayo, may not be so much observed in Mexico, is still an important date in their history books. On May 5th, 1862, an outnumbered Mexican Army defeated the French Army led by Napoleon III in the city of Puebla calling it “La Batalla de Puebla”. Six thousand French troops led by General Charles de Lorencez set out to the city of Puebla de Los Angeles. President Benito Juarez acted quickly sending two thousand men and ordered General Ignacio Zaragoza to lead the army and be
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prepared to fight against the French. On Cinco de Mayo Lorencez decided to gather his army and attack the city of Puebla. Lorencez retreated his army after realizing he had lost triple the amount of soldiers compared to the amount of men the Mexican Army had lost. It was a glorious victory and had a tremendous moral impact on the Mexican people. On May 9th 1862, President Benito Juarez declared that the battle of Puebla anniversary would be a national holiday regarding it “Battle of Puebla Day” or “Battle of Cinco de Mayo” In Mexico City the battle of Puebla is reenacted every year on Cinco de Mayo. The holiday represents a time in Mexican History when a nation had the courage and valor to fight against an army that was recognized as an elite force around the world. The victory of the Mexican Army during this battle took notice all around the world sending a message of strong resistance against the French Army. Cinco de Mayo is a day filled with pride and honor in remembrance of a nation that had the courage to fight and win against all odds. Happy Cinco de Mayo!
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A Taste of Brodway in Monrovia On Saturday, June 9th, at 7:30pm, join the San Gabriel Valley Choral Company (SGVCC) for their presentation of A Taste of Broadway at the Parish of Saint Luke’s (Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church), 122 South California Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016. Join the San Gabriel Valley Choral Company in the romanesque ambiance of historic St. Luke’s Episcopal Church for a moving choral concert featuring excerpts from Oklahoma, Oliver, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Phantom of the Opera, and much more. From the Classical American Songbook to delightful Disney showstoppers, you’ll be treated to great music from the stage. Tickets are $20 for general admission, $15 for seniors and students, and $5 for children under 12. Tickets may be purchased online at http://www.sgvccsingers.org or by sending checks payable to “SGVCC” to PO Box 2225 Monrovia,
Rock in Europe: Overview of a Persistent Musical Style (2016), alongside the work of Allan Moore and Franco Fabbri. In addition to teaching and performing in the Los Angeles area, she has also worked as a score reader for the Metropolitan Opera’s LA-based live HD broadcast team since 2014. .Who: San Gabriel Valley Choral Company What: A Taste of Broadway Where: Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church, 122 South California Avenue, Monrovia When: Saturday, June 9th, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $5-$20 More Information: www.choralcompany.org or 818-802-9602
Makoto Taiko’s Annual Concert in Arcadia Makoto Taiko presents Gathering Currents – a powerful concert of Japanese drumming with Grammy Award-winning Taiko Master Koji Nakamura and Guest Artist Grammy Awardwinning Daniel Ho and his band, the Kilauea Trio including Randy Drake and Steve Billman Makoto Taiko’s desire in the Gathering Currents Concert is to combine various currents of energy to form a meaningful, true, pure sound. No matter who we are or where we come from, these challenging currents can be united into one. You’re invited to share our taiko energy to unite the world one beat at a time. With a foundation forged from intensive training with the renowned Taiko group Ondekoza, Koji Nakamura has helped craft Makoto Taiko into one of the largest and most diverse ensembles in the US. The group continues to grow with members from all over the Los Angeles area. With an eye towards community connections, Makoto Taiko appears year-round
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JOIN US CA 91017. They will also be available at the door. The San Gabriel Valley Choral Company was founded in 1995 and has been bringing stunning choral music to the community ever since. We invite the press to review our concerts as well as interview our new artistic director, Dr. Alexandra Grabarchuk. Alexandra Grabarchuk, PhD, is a Ukrainianborn musicologist and performer. She received her doctorate from UCLA in 2015, supported by an Alvin H. Johnson AMS 50 Dissertation Fellowship Award and a UCLA Dissertation Year Fellowship. Her most recent publications include a chapter on Soviet progressive rock in Prog
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at an ever-expanding list of events and venues. Performances here and in Japan showcase their unique interpretation of the art of Taiko, featuring both traditional and modern compositions. From his simple beginnings in Honolulu to his life amid the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles, Daniel Ho has worked over the years as a musician, producer,
singer/songwriter, arranger, composer, engineer, and record company owner. The most compelling of these roles has been as a six-time GRAMMY Award winning producer, featured slack key guitarist, and artist in the “Best Hawaiian Music Album,” “Best Pop Instrumental Album,” and “Best World Music Album” categories.
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usan Egan, musical theatre, television and film star, will delight audiences during a night of Broadway at the California School of the Arts-San Gabriel Valley’s (CSArts-SGV) inaugural fundraising celebration, ‘Unplugged with Susan Egan.’ A cabaret-style show, ‘Unplugged’ will also feature 17 CSArts-SGV’s bright and talented students as they perform songs from popular musicals and films including ‘Little Shop of Horrors,’ ‘Wicked,’ and more. It will be held on Saturday, May 12 with two performances at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm in the gorgeous, state-ofthe-art Barret Hall at the Pasadena Conservatory of Music. A silent auction and cocktail reception for all guests begin at 6:15 pm. Egan has headlined on
Broadway in the title role of ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie,’ won critical acclaim as Sally Bowles in ‘Cabaret,’ and received the Tony Award and Drama Desk nomination for Best Actress as the original Belle in Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast.’ A seasoned voice actress, she has starred as Megan in ‘Hercules,’ Lin in ‘Spirited Away,’ and recently, Rose Quartz in the hit Disney cartoon ‘Steven Universe.’ Three San Gabriel Valley students – Nicole Slessor, an 11th grader from Monrovia and who is in the commercial dance conservatory; Jessie Ellico Franks, a 9th grader from Sierra Madre who attends the acting conservatory; and Arcadian Lily Annino, a junior in the musical conservatory – will be performing as well. All of them are very thrilled to be in a show with Egan because she has been in various productions of their favorite childhood Disney movies.
Slessor has been in other CSArts-SGV productions in the past and has performed at Grand Park L.A. She also participated in the winter, spring, and most recently the Student Choreography show which she directed. She is trained in theatre jazz, plans to attend an arts college, hopes to become a Radio City Rockette and, after a successful career, intends to tour with a dance company as a therapist. Someone who couldn’t see herself doing anything else, Franks is also looking to pursue the arts in college and beyond. She has been involved in the school productions of ‘The Yellow Boat,’ ‘Pippin,’ ‘The Elephant’s Graveyard,’ and ‘Performing with the Pros’ with Broadway veteran David Burnham. In addition to her performances in ‘The Elephant’s Graveyard’ and ‘Pippin,’ Annino had the honor of originating the role of Frances in the Mini Musical Show,
where musical theatre and integrated arts students auditioned for musicals created by musical theatre students. While she hasn’t decided if she will be going to an arts college, she knows for certain that performing will remain a part of her life. For Slessor, Franks, and Annino, being able to pursue their passion while they are still in high school is as much a valuable opportunity as it is a treasured gift. That they are collaborating with some of the biggest names in the world of performing arts is just the icing on the cake.
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Jackalope in Pasadena Brings Craft and Community Together alex CORDERO corderoalex82@yahoo.com
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asadena hosted Jackalope and Indie Artisan Fair in Central Park On April 28th and April 29th, . Jackalope Arts, founded by Melissa Shipley and Sarah Diederich, is an event focused on meeting with local artisans and bringing the community together. Jackalope has been organizing artisan fairs semi-annually in Pasadena, California and Denver, Colorado since 2015. This event features over 150 local artisans who focus on one of a kind handmade crafts. The fair is free, open to the public and is an excellent way for the community to meet the artist behind the crafts and come together. It also featured outdoor activities to enjoy with family and food vendors. Meeting the local artisans gives you an up close experience of how they are part of a cultural movement that you may or may not be aware of. Nicole C. Russell, is founder of Word for Word a run print and accessory brand company based here in Los Angeles California. Her main feature social alert buttons
for the purpose of starting a conversation or casually avoiding one. These stylish pins, hand-pressed in Los Angeles are so much fun to read that anyone is sure to find a button they can relate to. From fun topics to more formal ones that take political
stands these pins are sure to accomplish their purpose. The social alert buttons are also an informal way to communicate to others about how you are feeling or take a subtle stand on a belief. In this creative way Word for Word is part of a social game changer in a
society where we all may be a little apprehensive about what we say. Jackalope also featured a lot of hand made jewelry craft makers. There were so many types of different kinds of jewelry, anywhere from leather earrings to crystal
necklaces there was one jewelry maker that stood out from the rest, flowersfadejewelry by Giulianna Hoskins. The local Orange County artist found a way to create her jewelry incorporating the beautiful nature Southern California has to offer. She
hand picks flowers and takes a book to press the flowers dry. After a few days, once the flowers are completely dried, she showcases the flowers on a clear flat surface creating charms for necklaces and earrings. These pieces are beautiful art displays of flowers grown right here in Southern California. They are all unique and come in different sizes. The jewelry is made with vintage materials and is a faith based designed as well. She enjoys the process and loves creating things. In addition to the delicate beauty these necklaces showcase, when you purchase any piece a part of the proceeds go to Refuge for Women SoCal, a local organization which focuses on helping refugee women in Southern California. Jackalope will also be coming to Central Park Pasadena on August 3rd and 4th 2018. Be sure to enjoy the fun and support of all the local artisans making a difference in our community. For more information on Jackalope please visit www.jackalopeartfair.com and to learn more about the artists please visit www.wordforwordfactory. com and or www.flowersfadejewelry.etsy.com
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4 Myths About Detoxes Debunked
By Dr. Tamika Henry, MD, MBA
Everyone is getting ready for summer and that means trying to lose those extra winter pounds fast. You might even be thinking you should do a detox... let’s chat about that. Here are a few myths you might believe are true about doing a detox and what you should really do instead. Myth #1: You don’t need to do a Detox because your body already does that for you. One of the comments I hear most often when I suggest someone do a detox is “my body already does that.” And, you know what, they’re half right. Our bodies do cleanse and detox themselves, in fact, we have multiple organs that help to accomplish that very task, like our liver, kidneys, and lungs. But, and this is a pretty big but, the world is full of toxins that our bodies didn’t interact with even just 50 years ago. We come into contact with thousands of chemicals every day, not to mention the hundreds of synthetic chemicals we put into our bodies on a daily basis with the foods we eat. So, yes our bodies were designed to handle cleaning the toxins out of our systems and taking them out with the trash, but they just can’t handle the toxin overload that our modern lifestyles inflict on them. Finally, I want to stress something here - doing a detox is more than just getting rid of the bad stuff. You have to add back the right stuff, or else the detox won’t have any benefit.
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Myth #2: A Juice or Liquid Detox Is the Most Effective Way To Detox Alright, time for from Dr. Tamika straight talk: if you’ve done the lemon juice and maple syrup cleanse, you’ll only see short term results. Let me explain something clearly to you: Liquids are not whole foods. Simple right? I can see that puzzled look on your face so let me break it down for you (or in this case, not break it down… get it? Don’t worry, you will in a second.) What I mean is that a liquid cannot contain all of the good stuff that healthy food has in it. Why? Because you’re breaking down cell walls and throwing away all of the “yucky” stuff that has the nutrients your body needs in it! Without those nutrients (like the vitally important Fiber), what you’re drinking it liquid sugar - not something you want when you’re trying to do a detox. Myth #3: Detoxing Makes You Weak And Causes Some Embarrassing Side Effects Again, this is something I hear my patients say a lot. I think it it’s because a lot of people believe detoxing means fasting, which isn’t exactly correct. The problems associated with detoxing arise mostly from detoxing too quickly. When your body releases all of those toxins and can’t keep up with the cleaning tasks, it can cause a lot of embarrassing and uncomfortable side effect, like headaches, gas, diarrhea, skin eruptions, and more. The way to avoid this is proper preparation and solid nutrition during the detox. Just because you are detoxing, basically getting rid of the bad stuff in your body, doesn’t mean (and shouldn’t mean) that you don’t replace that “stuff” with wholesome foods that will keep your body powering through your detox. Myth #4: Detoxing is just about food. Here’s a key point I want you to remember: Everything is connected...when it comes to your health anyway. So, what do I mean by that? Detoxing is about more than just what enters your body via your mouth. In fact, I’m willing to say that the other two aspects of a real detox are more important than the food. Those were your mental health and your environmental health. I want to talk about mental health for just a second. As I was saying in last myth, if your mindset is off, doing a detox isn’t going to help you achieve your real health goals because you are looking at it the wrong way. One of the most significant issues I see with my patients is negative self-talk. It’s damaging not only to our souls but also to our bodies. Now before you disregard that last statement as new-age-love-you talk, I want to point you to a medical study done by the University of New England.
In this study, they looked at the link between eating disorders and dysfunctional self-talk. In a study of 173 women, aged 18 - 49, they found that the dysfunctional self-talk was a good indicator of how severe the eating disorder would be. They found an abusive relationship existed (the abuser being the eating disorder). They concluded that to treat the eating disorder, they would need to loosen the connection between the negative appraisals of the abused self and the voice of the eating disorder in these women. So, what does that mean to you? It implies that neg-
ative self-talk has a much more significant role in our health then many doctors previously believed. While learning to replace the negative self-talk with positive self-talk won’t necessarily cure you of any disorders, it will give you the power to seek help for it. It is incredibly hard to see change if you believe that you deserve what you currently have. A Special Offer Just For Readers Of This Newspaper I want to offer you something special for reading my article today. Now, for a limited time, you can grab my brand new book The Unlimited You Detox, fresh off the printers - for FREE! All you need to do is point your browser at www.unlimitedyoudetox.com and fill out the form you see on that page. You’ll get a free copy of my book (all I ask is that you cover the shipping) where you’ll be able to learn so much more than what I could write in this article. So what is The Unlimited You Detox? It’s Not About Drinking Liquids For Three Days... - Yet, the information in this book will help you feel better, quicker than any liquid detox you’ve done before. It’s Not About Only Focusing On Your Physical Health... - Yet, you’ll be in better shape after you follow the steps in this book than if you spent 20 hours in the gym. It’s Not About Losing Weight Rapidly... - Yet, once you read this book, you’ll understand why you’ve struggled to lose weight and be able to push the reset button on your health. It’s Not About Short-term Results... - Yet, as you start to read this book, you’ll see long lasting results in as little as a few days. Boost your immune system, cleanse your life of toxins, and know exactly why your efforts to detox in the past have failed and how to make lasting changes in your health moving forward. It’s All About You, Unlimited... - Unleash your unlimited potiental by following my simple plan to remove any mental road blocks, physical hold-ups, and environmental hazards that have kept you from being all you can be! Go to www.unlimitedyoudetox.com to claim your FREE copy of my book The Unlimited You Detox today and start the summer off right. Type www.unlimitedyoudetox.com into your favorite internet browser and fill out the form on that page to claim your FREE copy. I’ve bought the book for you - all I ask is that you cover the shipping to send it to you. Like I always say, Unlimited Thinking, Unlimited You - and this FREE book will help you get there.
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Mother’s Day
Give your Mother the gift of Brunch at the Marriot Monrovia Come out and join us for Mother’s day brunch Sunday May 13th at the Courtyard Marriott in Monrovia at 700 West Huntington Drive. Brunch will be served from 10.00 am until 2 pm. Come and enjoy all of the great food that we will be serving. We will have Breakfast stations serving make to order omelets, egg benedict and cinnamon French toast. There will also be a seafood station serving poached Atlantic king crab legs and claws , peel and eat shrimp, but save some room for our carving station where you can enjoy prime rib with Au-jus and horseradish cream, Ham with bourbon brown sugar glaze. Adults $36.95
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Happy Mother’s Day from Domenico’s Seniors $31.95 Children 4 years – 12 years $19.95 3 years & younger-free Treat your mom like a queen and bring her to the Courtyard Marriott in
Monrovia, and we will do the dishes. Call for Reservations at 626-531-8025. Call today you don’t want to miss out on this great Mother’s Day Brunch.
We would like to wish a very happy Mothers day to all the wonderful Mothers. Here at Domenico’s Pasadena we are a third generation family owned and operated Italian restaurant that still serves our original recipes passed down from our grandparents. We are Pasadena’s oldest Italian restaurant and are grooming the fourth generation to come. We take pride in our community and again would
like to wish all the great mom’s a wonderful Mother’s day. So if you would like to treat your mom to a wonderful Italian dinner this Mother’s day bring her to Domenico’s at 2411 E. Washington Blvd in Pasadena. Or call and order something to go we are open SundayThursday 11-am to 9:30 pm Friday-Saturday 11 am -10 pm our phone number is 626-7976459
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Send us 150-300 words (and a photo if you like) telling us how funny, kind or wonderful your mom is and we’ll select the best for publication next week, May 10 when we honor all Mothers. We encourage all ages to submit funny, touching or
anything story related to your mother and will feature a selection next week. Send your emails to: editorial@beaconmedianews.com (SUBJECT LINE: MOTHER) Deadline to submit is Monday, May 7 @5 p.m.
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SATURDAY MAY 19 BATHE IN THE FOREST AT THE ARBORETUM IN ARCADIA Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin Yoku, Forest Bathing has been scientifically proven to boost immune strength, reduce stress, and improve cognitive functioning. But beyond these physiological changes, Forest Bathing also offers us the opportunity to deepen our relationship with the natural world. By slowing down and carefully observing with all our senses, we may begin to notice incredible things that may have eluded us for our whole lives. In escaping the rapid pace of our daily routines, we may find unparalleled beauty in the moment and in doing so, relax into the beauty all around us. On your walk, a certified guide will offer a series of guided invitations to assist you in
finding your own authentic way of interacting with the land at the Los Angeles Arboretum. The end of each walk features a tea ceremony where you will enjoy tea made from plants foraged on site and some healthy snacks! There’s no right or wrong way to do it and it’s great for all ages; just come and be yourself. It’s all welcome in the forest. Ben ‘Crow’ Page is a certified forest bathing guide and trainer, council carrier and alternative educator based in Los Angeles. Ben was trained and certified in forest bathing in 2015, after which he founded Shinrin Yoku LA. Since his practice began, Ben has been featured in such publications as Women’s Health, USA TODAY, Sierra Magazine, Washington Post,
and WebMD. Ben is also a mentor and trainer of guides with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, as well as a part time administrator specializing in trainer development and recruitment. He holds a B.A. in religious studies from Carleton College and an M.A. in human development and social change from Pacific Oaks College. Jackie Kuang is a certified forest bathing guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). She has been trained and mentored by Ben Page, founder of Shinrin Yoku LA. She holds an M.A. in American Literature from Northern Illinois University and a Master of Accountancy from Brigham
Young University. Being fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese, she is also a highly valued language teacher, translator and business coach. She is on the board of the Chinese Parents Association for the Disabled (CPAD) and actively advocates for her autistic son. She enjoys volunteering for organizations close to her heart, including the LA Arboretum. Forest Bathing Instructors: Ben Page, Jackie Kuang 8:00am – 10:00am / Main Entrance $25 Arboretum members / $35 nonmembers (Includes Arboretum Admission) Pre-Registration required; To Register please call the Education Department at 626.821.4623
VOTER FRAUD new topic, following the election and the Sierra The city attorney speci- Madre Tattler’s recent post fied that Tay’s WeChat about possible voter fraud rooms were not in viola- in the city’s 5th district. The elections saw tion of the Brown Act Roger unless three or more coun- Councilman cilmembers met on them Chandler defeat candidate Joyce Platt by a narrow to discuss city matters. This may temporarily margin. With the city’s put one issue to rest, but new district voting system, other allegations are still a few extra votes could under investigation by the make a massive impact in the election. FPPC andGrad now2018.pdf the county. 1 4/20/18 2:47 PM The city has asked Voter fraud is the Continued From Page 1
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signed and submitted without physically being in the city, whereas a polling station demands the people show up in person. The city staff also urged anyone with information to provide proof of voter fraud to the county or to open their own claim with the county or District Attorney’s office. “The city is not designed to investigate voter fraud,” said Mr. Dietsch.
At the beginning of the meeting, Mayor Peter Amundson presented Arcadia’s Matthew Lu with the Mayor’s Certificate of Recognition upon his completion of his Eagle Scout project. Lu has been scouting for 5 years and successfully completed one of the most difficult challenges the Boy Scouts of America can offer, before the age of 18. “It’s hard, but once you get used
to it, it’s worth it,” said Lu. Lu coordinated the planting of a garden at the Arcadia Public Library. Next week, a plaque will be placed, dedicating the garden to the library. On the subject of scouting, Mayor Amundson spoke with the highest esteem for the organization and what it can produce, but also what it takes. “It is a family commitment,” he said.
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historic Art Deco building at 203 S. First Avenue caught my eye. This particular space was a former jewelry shop that had been vacant for a few years. What a perfect location for a coffee shop I thought! So, with a lot of hard work and investment, I created a place with a simple and cozy ambiance, sidewalk dining, and an outdoor patio seating area under a canopy. I am very grateful to the City of Arcadia, the Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association, and all our loyal customers that Hyper Coffee is still here after 17 years of business! Many of our customers graduated from First Avenue Middle School and now as adults still come to enjoy their favorite grilled cheese sandwiches and Shirley Temples. They tell their friends ''This is where I used to hang out after school!'' Hyper Coffee has many loyal customers who have been coming since the day we opened. Patty, a customer for 17 years, sips her latte and enjoys the egg, cheese and sausage bagel before she starts her day. Ronda has been coming for 14 years and loves her
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Caprese or vegetarian Panini after a hectic day of work. Steve, a college professor and a customer for over 10 years, wrote and published two books while enjoying our passion fruit iced tea in our back patio. What sets us apart from the big coffee chain is our personal service. We serve top quality coffee from local roasters such as Jones and Klatch Coffee. Our Panini sandwiches are freshly made to order on site. Chicken with basil pesto, California turkey, and chipotle chicken are just a few of our customer’s favorites. I invite you to stop
on by for breakfast, coffee, ice blended drinks, or one of our great lunch specials. As the name suggests, Hyper Coffee is a great place to go to get a quick jolt from a potent cup of coffee when you need it. Throw in free WiFi, a beautiful outdoor seating area, and a great menu and you’ll see that Hyper Coffee has everything you need in an independent, locally-owned cafe! Hyper Coffee is located at 203 South First Avenue in Arcadia. We are open 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays.
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n a 132-year old city with restaurant loyalty that runs just as deep, it takes a special restaurant in Pasadena to offer something to get the locals going. Bone Kettle’s pumped-up Indonesian cuisine has done just that. “Bone Kettle came on the heels of our first business's success,” said executive chef, Erwin Tjahyadi. “We wanted to do an elevated take on Southeast Asian food that is accessible, creative and set in a space that has a lot of history so we can build new histories of our own.” No stranger to the area, Tjahyadi graduated from Pasadena’s now defunct Le Cordon Bleu branch and went on to find fame with Komodo, his fast-casual concept. Contrastingly, Bone Kettle swaps speed for slowsimmered noodle soups that make good on wisdom passed down by grandmothers everywhere: if you want your soup to taste better, keep the bones in. But there’s more to Tjahyadi’s menu than what’s
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Pasadena’s Bone Kettle is essentially a family affair, run by executive chef Erwin Tjahyadi of Komodo fame. - Photo courtesy Bone Kettle / Erica Allen
in the kettle. “We always pride ourselves in bold new dishes based on what's in season and my current inspirations. As we head towards summertime, we're looking forward to lighter and fresh seafood additions to the menu—Hamachi, cockles, clams, crab dishes,” said the chef. “We also have wonderful new Japanese sake selec-
tions coming in as well as sparkling wines, all curated by our wine director Alexander Goldfisher, former wine director from Republique.” While Tjahyadi heads up the kitchen with sous chefs Chris Ruiz and Luz Rios, it’s a family affair up front with his dad and brother running the show. Blending Bone Kettle’s relaxed Pasadena sophistication with its Indonesian
roots makes the cuisine decidedly unique—and one that bears more exposure. “The fact that there isn't much elevated Southeast Asian cuisine is a tremendous obstacle. People don't often associate our foods as high quality, so that is a huge paradigm shift,” said Tjahyadi. Yet the chef’s encouraged by what he views as
a return to more cultural dishes. “Southeast Asian flavors—Filipino, Indonesian and Vietnamese food trends—those flavors definitely inspire our dishes,” he said. “We love the fact that we get to represent a very different perspective on Asian flavors; I think it's definitely time for us to embrace it.”
So are the locals buying it? The short answer is yes— but you should try Bone Kettle for yourself. The beers are cold, the titular broth poured tableside and the chicken wings so spectacularly crunchy they nearly steal the show. And while some staples remain in good supply, locals would do well to revisit for new culinary experiences. “Our menu changes pretty frequently and it's truly by customer responses: what's in season and what’s inspiring me at the moment. It's a really organic process,” said Tjahyadi. “We're constantly inspired by all of the positive feedback and responses—it's been fantastic. Feedback from our customers is a lifeline for our sustainability.” Bone Kettle is located at 67 North Raymond Avenue in Old Town Pasadena and will be featured at the upcoming Masters of Taste, Lucky Rice, Clean Food Fest and LA Times Food Bowl events. Contact the team at www.bonekettle. com | 626-795-5702 and follow along on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @ bonekettle.
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Monrovia High Seniors Help Pass Laws Two Monrovia High seniors are participating in the Young Legislators Program, hosted by Assemblymember Chris Holden, providing them with the opportunity to learn about the legislative process and the relationship between local and state governments. Seniors Jiayin Hu and Osvaldo Valdiviezo attend meetings at multiple locations throughout the 41st District, which includes Monrovia, Pasadena, and Claremont, once a month from January through June and cover topics including education, transportation, and science and technology. The program will conclude with a two-day trip to Northern California that includes touring the State Capitol and attending a Utilities and Energy Committee Hearing, chaired by Assemblymember Holden. “I’ve always been interested in government and this program is firing me up even more to focus on government,” Valdiviezo said. “This program showed me no matter how small of a change you make, you’ll still make a change and that’ll prove beneficial for the future.” Hu and Valdiviezo
High school students across Southern California, including Monrovia High seniors Jiayin Hu (back, fifth from left) and Osvaldo Valdiviezo (back, second from right), are participating in Assemblymember Chris Holden’s Young Legislators Program to learn how local and state government intersects with public life. - Courtesy photo
participated in discussions surrounding higher education at University of La Verne and transportation at the Metro headquarters in Los Angeles. “Jiayin and Osvaldo are learning how to become involved in real discussions and issues taking place in our government today,”
Monrovia Unified Board President Terrence Williams said. “These are invaluable experiences that they can carry with them into their futures.” The students are also learning how laws are made and providing input on legislation. Valdiviezo is learning about a bill that focuses
on non-discrimination of employees who use marijuana for medical purposes. Hu is working on a bill that gives cities the ability to extend the time to sell alcohol from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m. “I feel the bill is supported by us, and I really want it to become a law,” Hu said. “The
program is teaching us how to connect with organizations, give our support to legislation, and spread our voices.” Valdiviezo plans to major in computer science. Hu is an international student from China and will take a gap year to decide on her major. She
is considering fields in the liberal arts such as philosophy. “I think technology today has developed a lot and people have really new, advanced products, but people’s minds still need to keep up along with the development of technology,” Hu said. “People need to have a complete personality and should learn more about themselves.” Hu and Valdiviezo are learning how Assemblymember Holden’s office helps its communities in the 41st District. They are also strengthening leadership skills by collaborating with 16 other students participating in the program from across the 41st District. “Thank you to our teachers, who encouraged our students to apply to the program, and to Assemblymember Holden for providing the opportunity to our students to be directly involved in issues happening right now in our state and having them realize their potential to create change," Superintendent Dr. Katherine Thorossian said. "Monrovia Unified’s programs and curriculum prepare our students to become active.
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Arts Education Exemplary Award For PUSD’s Alexander Hamilton Elementary State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson today announced additional honors for California Distinguished elementary schools selected as having an Exemplary Program in Arts Education or Physical Activity and Nutrition. Distinguished schools applied separately for these honors. Honors went to 12 schools for Arts Education, and eight for Physical Activity and Nutrition. “We know that school offerings outside of core academic subject areas— in addition to sparking creative minds and producing healthy bodies—keep students engaged in school, connected, and on the path to graduation and 21st century careers and college. I congratulate these 20 Distinguished Schools for their outstanding work.” The Exemplary Program Awards were created in 2013 to celebrate schools carrying out the goals in Torlakson’s report, A Blueprint
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for Great Schools (PDF) which provided vision and direction for the California education system. That report was updated in 2015 with A Blueprint for Great Schools Version 2.0.(PDF) More information on Exemplary Program Awards
is available at the California Distinguished Schools Program Web page on the California Department of Education’s Web site. The 2018 Distinguished Schools as well as the 2018 Exemplary Program recipients, 2017 National
Title I Distinguished Schools, 2018 Green Ribbon Schools, 2018 Civic Learning Award Schools, and the 2017 National Blue Ribbon Schools will be honored next week during recognition ceremonies at the Disneyland Hotel.
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State Superintendent Announces y Grants to Narrow Achievement Gap State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson announced today that the California Department of Education (CDE) awarded $2.5 million in grants to narrow the achievement gap for students whose performance lags behind other groups. Torlakson worked closely with Assemblymember Shirley Weber, D-San Diego, to get funding for the grant program, which the Legislature and the Governor approved last year. The grants will help make progress on one of Torlakson’s top priorities—reducing the lingering achievement gap, particularly for Latino and African American students. “This is a small but important step in our efforts to reduce the pernicious and persistent achievement gap,” said Torlakson. “I applaud educators who put together the innovative programs that won grants. With these grants, educators can refine promising ideas that, if proven successful, can be shared with educators across the state.” The San Diego County Superintendent of Schools
and the Santa Clara County Office of Education will receive the funds to focus on English learners, African American students, and students with disabilities, who rank lower in test scores, high school graduation rates, and other measures. “I am pleased to increase support for the important work these education agencies are doing for students who need help,” said Torlakson. “We need to do more, and we need to do better. By reducing the achievement gap, we can help all of our students achieve their dreams of 21st century careers and college.” The funding is part of the state budget and authorized CDE to award grants to education agencies that can build the capacity of school districts and public schools to promote equity and increase opportunities for underserved students. Read Complete Article at, ArcadiaWeekly.com, MonroviaWeekly.com, PasadenaIndependent.com
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3 quick changes to stop falling asleep at work
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Pasadena’s Masters of Taste 2018 Celebrate the finer things on field of the iconic Pasadena Rose Bowl
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alling asleep at work is the worst, I would know. I spent most of my high school and college years passed out in the back of the classroom. I vividly remember waking up, over and over again, to the same disappointing stare from either my teacher or a classmate. But as I’m writing this today, it’s 2 PM and I’m wide awake without a drop of coffee in my body. I feel alert, awake, and as focused as ever. What’s my secret? A couple small adjustments that not only keep me awake throughout the day, but also highly energized and laser-focused. Keep yourself hydrated Staying hydrated is such a simple task that you probably didn’t need me to share that, but it’s still funny how we all let it slide under our radar - until it becomes a serious problem. Water plays a huge role in allowing your body to carry out essential functions. If you’re wondering what’s the bare minimum required
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Water plays a huge role in allowing your body to carry out essential functions.
to get by, a study showed that just a 1.59% of water loss in men reduced working memory and increased anxiety and fatigue. Ladies, before you think that this only affects men, another study indicated that women felt impacts on mood, concentration, and headache symptoms after just 1.36% of water lost. With such small
deviations having such big impact, it’s pretty fair to say that you don’t have much wiggle room with hydration if you want to perform at your best. Watch what you eat What you eat definitely plays a huge role in how you feel. Unfortunately for us, chocolate and white bread don’t really make the best
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fuel sources for our bodies. Foods that are low in fiber can cause our blood sugar to spike and then crash, soon after the meal. In order to avoid that post-lunch nap, try to focus your meals around foods that are higher in fiber and have a lower glycemic rating. Check what’s in your cup I used to love coffee. Not only does coffee taste delicious, it would wake me up, in a few minutes’ notice, and keep me working past bedtime. I would drink a cup every time I got the chance.
Be part of the 3rd Annual Masters of Taste, L.A.’s premier outdoor, luxury food and beverage festival that will take place on Sunday, May 6th, 2018 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the field of the iconic Pasadena Rose Bowl. Masters of Taste 2018 will bring over 2,500 food and beverage enthusiasts together from all over Greater Los Angeles for one afternoon. This exhilarating festival will include the finest fare from over 40 Culinary Masters and restaurants, delectable sweets prepared by L.A.’s top Sweet Masters, top Beverage Masters who will be featuring signature handcrafted cocktail tastings from 25 spirit brands and bars, a premier 50 yard-line cocktail bar featuring top Mixologists from four of L.A.’s most distinguished drinking destinations, live entertainment and much, much more. 100% of the proceeds will directly benefit Union Station Homeless Services, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to helping homeless men, women and
children rebuild their lives. In the last two years Masters of Taste has raised nearly $1 Million in support of Union Station’s life-saving programs. Some of this year’s Masters of Taste 2018 participating Culinary Masters and Restaurants include: Ardour Hospitality Chef Michael Hung (Los Angeles) Alexander’s Steakhouse Chef Travis Flood (Pasadena) Ayara Lūk Chef Vanda Asapahu (Westchester) Bacchus Kitchen & Eatery and Claude & Co. Chef Claud Beltran (Pasadena) Bistro Mon Cheri Chef Kimmy Tang (Pasadena) Bone Kettle and Komodo Chef Erwin Tjahyadi (Pasadena and Los Angeles) Bourbon Steak Chef Kyle Johnson (Glendale) Celestino Ristorante Chef Calogero Drago (Pasadena) CHAYA Chef Joji Inoue (Downtown Los Angeles and Venice) Church & State and Spring Chef Tony Esnault (Downtown Los Angeles) Dérive Chef Shane Alvord (Pasadena) Eat @ Rollin’ Joe’s Chef Mark Salazar (Los Angeles) Fahrenheit LA Chef John McLellan (Los Aneles) Garlic & Chives Chef Kristin Nguyen (Garden Grove) Grill Em All Chef Ryan Harkins (Alhambra) Gus’s Barbecue Chef Mike Stern (South Pasadena) Jaffa Chef Anne Conness (Los Angeles) SEE MASTER OF TASTE PAGE 21
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Kato Chef Jonathan Yao (Los Angeles) Li Orient Asian Bar & Restaurant and Triple 8 China Bar & Grill (Los Angeles) Loquita Chef Peter Lee (Santa Barbara) Lunasia Dim Sum House Chef Lee Hau Fu (Pasadena and Alhambra) M Café Chef Atsushi Kenjo (Melrose and Beverly Hills) Maestro Chef Elena Vega (Pasadena) Maple at Descanso Gardens Chef Philip Mack (La Cañada Flintridge) Mercado Chef Jose Acevedo (Hollywood, Los Angeles, Pasadena, Santa Monica) Momed Chef Alex Sarkissian (Beverly Hills and Atwater Village) Montrésor and The FLATS Chef Paul Shoemaker (Studio City and Beverly Sweet Masters: A select group of Los Angeles Top Sweet Masters will showcase
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Ticket Information: Masters of Taste 2018 will take place on Sunday, May 6th, 2018. A VIP Power Hour will be held from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm and General Admission will be from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Tickets to this event are only available for guests 21+ and over. For more information on Masters of Taste 2018or to book your tickets directly, please visit www.MastersofTasteLA.com/ Tickets. Transportation and Parking: Guests are encouraged to utilize car services – Masters of Taste 2018 Community Partner Lyft is offering (20% off rides to and from the event with this special code MOT2018), Uber, Taxi, etc. – since this event does serve alcoholic beverages. Complimentary parking is also available.
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ven though I was born and raised in Southern California I rarely visit Downtown Los Angeles and still find it to be a unique and exciting place. So when a friend recently invited me to lunch in the heart of the city I jumped at the chance and decided to make a day of it. My getaway began at the Gold Line train station in Pasadena, where I boarded a train to Union Station in Downtown. After a 25-minute ride I arrived at the station and walked about one mile down Main Street to the diner. Along the way I strolled through Little Tokyo, a roughly five-block area of Japanese museums, shopping and great restaurants. Begun at the beginning of the 20th century, the area is the cultural center for Japanese Americans in Southern California. It was declared a National Historic Landmark District in 1995. Past Little Tokyo I walked another block and found the Nickel Diner (www.nickeldiner.com), where I met my friend for a classic American diner experience. Located in the shell of a long-forgotten eatery from the 1930s and 40s, the place drips with history and has been described as a model, preWWII-era diner. The décor is highlighted by high ceilings; vintage booths, wrapped in red leather; wooden tables; and an oldfashioned, open kitchen surrounded by stainless steel. While devouring a Lowrider burger, with poblano chilis, pepperjack cheese, pickled onions,
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lettuce, tomatoes and spicy aioli, I read some of the signs on the walls from the 40s depicting 25-cent hamburgers, 19-cent hotdogs, 30-cent chili, and beans for 15 cents. It is easy to see why the Nickel Diner has become a new hot spot in a formerly-suspicious part of town. After lunch, we walked
to about a mile to The Broad contemporary art museum. Situated in a giant honeycomb-looking structure, The Broad houses 2,000 masterpieces from around the world. The mega-gallery, which opened to the public a couple years ago, was developed by philanthropists and longtime art collectors
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Eli and Edythe Broad. “We built this collection and this museum so that contemporary art could be accessible to all," says Eli Broad. Read Complete Article at, ArcadiaWeekly.com, MonroviaWeekly.com, PasadenaIndependent.com
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Glynna Euguennia Harper 8/15/1930 - 4/19/2018
Glynna Euguennia Harper was very passionate about the Arcadia Community in which she lived and served.
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ugust 15, 1930 – April 19, 2018 Glynna Euguennia Harper passed away in Pasadena, California at the age of 87. Glynna was born to Kenneth and Hazel Feemster in the upstairs room of her parents’ home in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. In 1935 Glynna and her parents relocated to Southern California. Glynna leaves behind a son Lawrence David Harper, daughter-in-law Ronette Harper, daughter Debra Lynn Harper, and three grandchildren: Zack Harper, Bridgette Harper, and Nicholas Baca. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Harold David Harper. Glynna was a loving wife, mother, friend and community volunteer. She will be greatly missed by all. She attended Pasadena City schools. Glynna and Harold met in 1945 when Glynna was 15 years old and continued a loving relationship for the next 57 years. Glynna met
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Harold while waiting at a bus stop with some girlfriends. Harold was on leave from the Coast Guard with friends when he noticed Glynna. She would often joke about their meeting, “I was picked-up on Colorado Boulevard.” Glynna moved to Arcadia in 2013. Some of her fondest memories of her youth are of the Queen Anne cottage and watching Errol Flynn shoot a movie in Arcadia. Volunteering and serving others gave her the most pleasure. In the early years, she spent much of her time volunteering at San Marino Schools and Sunnyslope Little League. For the past 16 years, she relished volunteering at the Arcadia Community Center. At the Arcadia Community Center, Glynna served others first while volunteering as a Senior Citizens Commissioner for City Council, Welcome Ambassador, Telephone Reassurance Volunteer, Friendly Visitor, the Senior Lunch program, and
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at numerous special events. She visited the sick weekly at the Arcadia Methodist Hospital. She had served as the First Vice President of the Arcadia Friendship Club and handled duties of “The Sunshine Lady.” Glynna was very passionate about the Arcadia Community in which she lived and served. Services for Glynna will be held on May 4th with burial at 10:00 a.m., Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren, Riverside, CA. Following the graveside service there will be a memorial service at 1:00 p.m., Pierce Brothers Turner and Stevens Mortuary, 1136 E. Las Tunas Dr. in San Gabriel. A celebration of Life lunch will be held at 2:00p.m. at the Santa Anita Golf Course Sunset Room located at 405 South Santa Anita Ave in Arcadia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Glynna’s name may be made to The Good Tidings Foundation, 1469 Rollins Road, Burlingame, CA 94010.
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Los Angeles District Attorney Charges ‘Discount Bitcoin Bandits’ With Robbery A man and woman dubbed the “Discount Bitcoin Bandits” have been charged with stealing thousands of dollars from people who sought to buy the cryptocurrency, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced. Precious Lanay Fitzgerald was initially charged with four counts of seconddegree robbery, two counts of child abuse and one count of grand theft, all felonies. Two new charges, one felony count each of grand theft and child abuse, were also filed against her, according to the amended complaint in case
BA466388. Lawillie Joshua Hall was charged with two counts of second-degree robbery. Both defendants also face gun allegations, and the charges include prior conviction allegations against Fitzgerald. The pair is scheduled for a preliminary hearing setting, where they are expected to be re-arraigned on the amended complaint, in Department 30 of the Foltz Criminal Justice Center. Prosecutors are recommending bail be set at $570,000 for Fitzgerald and $200,000 for Hall. According to prosecu-
tors, the defendants allegedly stole $87,125 from six people from October to February by using online notices and communications advertising the sale of discount Bitcoins then stealing the victims’ payments. In one instance, Fitzgerald is accused of receiving a money transfer from a victim but never providing the promised Bitcoin. In other instances, she allegedly met the victims in person and forcefully took the cash they had brought to purchase the Bitcoins. Hall allegedly helped Fitzgerald in at least two
of the robberies and used a handgun. An infant also allegedly was present during some of the robberies. She faces a maximum possible sentence of 29 years and 18 months in state prison if convicted as charged. Hall faces up to 19 Years and Four months in prison. Deputy District Attorney John C. Weller of the Cyber Crime Division is prosecuting the case. The case remains under investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department, Robbery-Homicide Division.
Caltrans Memorial Honors 188 Fallen Highway Workers This memorial reminds California motorists to “be work zone alert” Caltrans honored the legacies of two of its employees during its 28th Annual Workers Memorial at the State Capitol. There have been a total of 188 Caltrans employees who have lost their lives on the job since 1921. Dignitaries, Caltrans employees, and family and friends paid special tribute to Si Si Han and Annette Brooks at this year’s memorial. Si Si was killed while collecting tolls at the Bay Bridge, when a box truck collided with several other vehicles and her toll booth on Dec. 2, 2017. The driver was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and vehicular manslaughter. Si Si was with Caltrans for more than 10 years. Annette was a Steel Structural Painter Supervisor and was shot and killed at a Caltrans
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facility in Rio Dell on April 24, 2017. She started her career with Caltrans more than 35 years ago as a toll collector. “The workers memorial helps us keep our fallen colleagues’ memories alive and recognize the tremendous loss that their loved ones have suffered,” said Caltrans Director Laurie Berman. “It is also an opportunity to remind ourselves that it is our responsibility to help keep our highway workers safe by slowing down, paying attention and moving over when amber lights are flashing.” According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, highway construction and maintenance work is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. In 2015, there were 7,476
work zone collisions on California highways resulting in 56 fatalities and 3,853 injuries, compared to 6,525 work zone collisions resulting in 43 fatalities and 3,243 injuries in 2014. Nationally drivers and passengers account for 85 percent of the people who are killed in highway work zones. These numbers don’t include the close calls highway workers experience every day. “This memorial serves as a somber reminder of the risks and dangers thousands of highway workers face every day just by going to work and serving the public,” continued Berman. “We each must do our part to keep California’s roadways safe for everyone.” Drivers can dramatically improve safety in work zones by slowing down,
reducing distractions such as talking on the phone or texting, dedicating all attention to the roadway. Motorists are also required by state law to move over a lane when safe to do so, or slow down when approaching vehicles with flashing amber warning lights. Caltrans has partnered with the California Transportation Foundation to develop two funds to benefit the families of Caltrans workers killed on the job. The Fallen Workers Assistance and Memorial Fund helps with the initial needs a surviving family faces and the Caltrans Fallen Workers Memorial Scholarship is available to the children of these workers. For more information or to make donations, visit www.transportationfoundation.org.
Monrovia City Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MONROVIA CITY COUNCIL 415 SOUTH IVY AVENUE MONROVIA, CA 91016 A public hearing will be held by the City Council of Monrovia at 7:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at City Hall in the Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, to determine whether or not the following request for Historic Landmark Designation and a Mills Act Contract should be approved under Title 17 Historic Preservation Ordinance of the Monrovia Municipal Code. APPLICATION Historic Landmark/Mills Act Contract – HL-144/MA-137 Christina Ramirez and Emidio Checcone, Property Owners 921 East Greystone Avenue Monrovia, CA 91016 ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION Categorical Exemption (Class 1) Staff Report pertaining to this item will be available on Thursday, May 10, 2018, at the Monrovia City Hall, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, Community Development Department/Planning Division and online at www.cityofmonrovia.org. For further information regarding this application, please contact the Planning Division at (626) 932-5565. Este aviso es para informarle sobre una junta pública acerca de la propiedad indicada más arriba. Si necesita información adicional en español, favor de ponerse en contacto con el Departamento de Planificación al número (626) 932-5565. Sheri Bermejo Planning Division Manager PUBLISH ON THURSDAY, MAY 3, 2018 MONROVIA WEEKLY
Public Notices ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Pacheco Micke Ayala FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES022141 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 300 East Olive Avenue, Burbank, Ca 91502, NorthWest District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Pacheco Micke Ayala filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Pacheco Micke Ayala to Proposed name Micke Ayala 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: 615/2018 Time: 8:30AM Dept: B Room: 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 Darrel Mavis JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. April 19, 26, May 3, 10, 2018 ARCADIA WEEKLY
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Carjacking Man To Be Arraigned For Murder In Los Angeles 36-year-old Mitchell Ray Castillo is scheduled to be arraigned on one count each of murder and carjacking in a parking garage. Mitchell Castillo of Los Angeles, California is expected to appear in Department 30 of the Foltz Criminal Justice Center. Prosecutors said Castillo
encountered victim Ricardo Mota on Dec. 11 in a parking garage near MacArthur Park, where the victim was killed following a physical confrontation. The defendant allegedly got into Mota’s pickup truck and drove away. Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department, Valley Traffic Division, spotted
Castillo in the stolen truck and arrested him within hours of the incident. The District Attorney’s Office filed charges against Castillo back in December of 2017. The criminal complaint includes allegations of five prior convictions out of Los Angeles County, among them
burglary in 2013 and felony criminal threats in 2017. Castillo faces 75 years to life in prison if convicted as charged. Prosecutors recommended setting bail at more than $3.1 million. The case remains under investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department, Rampart Division.
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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: AKIKO SAGGIO CASE NO. 18STPB03776
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of AKIKO SAGGIO. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by STEVEN HAWKINS in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that STEVEN HAWKINS 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: 05/23/18 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 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 MARC G. GARLETT - SBN 266640 LAW OFFICES OF MARC G. GARLETT 49 S. BALDWIN AVE. STE G SIERRA MADRE CA 91024 5/3, 5/7, 5/10/18 CNS-3126702# ARCADIA WEEKLY
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Dear Editor: Four years ago I wrote to you to express my concern over the reluctance of the Old Arcadians, of which I am one, to accept the fact that our Old Arcadia has changed dramatically. We seem to be unable to accept the New Arcadians into our society. This in face of the fact that two-thirds of the residents are now New Arcadians. The Old Arcadians represent only 20% of the residents, yet they control the city council. Alas, last Tuesday the City Council missed a great opportunity to be statesmen and to bridge the gap between our two societies by passing over Sho Tay for Mayor. While not unprecedented, it is seldom done and is unfortunate. Traditionally the council members elect each other in turn as Mayor. Not so this year. Sho Tay is the Mayor Pro-Temp and the obvious choice for Mayor. It is "his turn". And yet the Old Arcadians on the Council turned their backs on him. There is still time to correct this unfortunate error. Sho Tay was the obvious choice to be Mayor. As a New Arcadian he represents twothirds of our residents - over 38,000 people. He is their only voice on the Council. Short-sighted politics at the City Council level of government can lead to many major changes in Arcadia when the New Arcadians control the Council. With the new district voting that change may come much sooner than any of us had contemplated,. I look back so fondly on the Old Arcadia - the Arcadia of 60 years ago - I regret the changes that have occurred in our city, but I am a realist and understand that those changes
have already occurred. We all have new neighbors. They are delightful people. They come from a heritage much older than ours. The New Arcadians are adapting to our way of life, while at the same time retaining much of their own. This, I think is as it should be. It is time for all of the Old Arcadians wake up to the fact that a profound change has already occurred to Arcadia, and that there is no turning back. Now is the time to build bridges to accept our new neighbors and to create friendships with them. Try it, you will like it! Jim Helms, Former Arcadia Mayor
Reader agrees with ‘Modern Minglin’ Dear Editor, Hedda Muskat said it best: Being single can be fun – and often the grass is the greenest right where we are. Perhaps the problem that many folks have who say they feel bored since they retired, or are unhappy because they are single, is simply a lack of imagination. Throughout my single years, I periodically took bus tours in which my fellow companions and I shared meals, viewed majestic sights, and visited historical landmarks. And in that respect, I must paraphrase Will Rogers’ words to: I never met a fellow tour group traveler I didn’t like. Visiting museums and attending concerts are also activities that singles can enjoy with strangers. And yes, let’s not forget ballroom or line dancing…I can think of no better way to have fun while getting exercise and staying in shape.
Davis Q. Monrovia
Former Pasadena Mayor Seeks More Police Reform Dear Editor: When he was running for president at one of the roughest moments in modern American history, Barack Obama excoriated the Washington insiders who said he wasn’t ready to lead. “You can wrap an old fish in a piece of paper called change,” he said, “But it’s still going to stink.” That, in a nutshell, is the problem with the Pasadena Police Department. Just this week, John Perez, the interim Pasadena police chief, promised change in the form of a deep house cleaning. The self-examination comes in the wake of former Chief Phillip Sanchez’s retirement and follows well-publicized acts of police brutality, criminality and other questionable behaviors that occurred during gruesome beating that resulted in the death of Reginald Thomas, Jr. That case was resolved earlier this month with a $1.5 million payout from the city to Thomas’ girlfriend and children. In a disturbing pattern developing in Downtown Los Angeles, the officers were cleared of wrongdoing by D.A. Jackie Lacey and remain on duty. It’s likely there are other incidents on Perez’s mind too. In November, Pasadena police officers administered a beating to Christopher Ballew, a black motorist who had his leg broken by cops at the climax of a quote-unquote traffic stop that occurred in Altadena, not part of the PPD’s jurisdiction. We haven’t even considered Lt. Vasken Gourdikian,
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who connected off-roster guns he bought as a police officer to nefarious customers on the gray web. If convicted, Gourdikian could face decades of federal prison time. All this is the tip of the iceberg. Enter Perez’s very questionable clean-up plan. The first step will be review of the circumstances leading to Thomas’ death. That probe will be conducted by the Washington D.C.-based Police Foundation. The foundation will also undertake a wide-ranging look inside the Department at at the events surrounding the Ballew and Gourdikian cases, Perez said. “The Police Foundation will,” Perez noted in his best bureaucratese, “conduct an independent assessment of outreach efforts and programming and will make recommendations for comprehensive and sustainable initiatives to increase community engagement. A written report will be presented.” All well and good right? Except for one little thing Perez forgot to mention -- the Police Foundation is headed by Bernard “Barney” Melekian -- former chief of the Pasadena Police Department and the man who set the tone for PPD to become an occupying and oppressive force in some of Pasadena’s poorer communities. Under Melekian’s watch, the reputation of the Pasadena police was less than stellar. Take the shooting death of Leroy Barnes in 2009. Officers shot and killed Barnes during a traffic stop. Read complete letter at, PasadenaIndependent.com
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Tips on How To Be Less Clingy hedda muskat
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ave you recently started dating someone new and you actually kind of like that person and you think that person likes you, but they are now missing in action? So you call them and they say they were just busy but make plans with you anyway. You take that as a signal that they are into you and now you’re getting more and more into them and you consider that by the third or forth date you’re a couple. Please take note that the minute you cross the lines of just dating to being a couple that is a huge hurdle to make. Are you really sure the other person also feels that way. Many people fall into the trap that just because you see each other more than a few times, you’re suddenly a couple. Unless that distinction is discussed, you are NOT a couple. If you don’t make that clear you will find yourself turning into some clingy insecure person constantly
Focus on yourself. Make plans on your own without consulting the other person.
texting and waiting for that person to text you back. You become obsessed, your heart is racing now all the time, you are over analyzing all their social media posts, and you feel incomplete as a human being. I beg you to stop! Here are some tips to get out of that needy clingy trap immediately for your own self-preservation: 1. Work on getting your selfesteem and self-worth back by admitting to yourself “this is crazy, I can’t being doing this.” 2. Focus on yourself. Make plans on your own without consulting the other person if they are truly not responding to you. That means they are either truly busy or just not
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that into you. Clingy behavior is not attractive. 3. Learn to manage your anxiety. It’s very destructive to put on another person your personal discomfort about their attentiveness. Get into some activity fast to burn off some steam. Read More at, ArcadiaWeekly.com, MonroviaWeekly.com, PasadenaIndependent.com Hedda Muskat is the author of The Dating Mystique based on her days as a writer on the TV Show “Love Connection”.
ne of the hardest things about looking for a new job is this. Most people wait to start looking until they need a job. In other words, they’ve been fired, or they hate their work situation so much that they’re ready to quit. Does this sound familiar? The problem is, if you wait until you need a job, you’ve probably waited too long. The chances you’ll find a job on just the day you need it is low. So, what can you do about this problem? I recommend what I like to call “continuous interviewing.” In other words, always network, always keep your eyes open for interesting job opportunities, and always be open to interviewing for a new job. This process will keep you up to date on your industry. It will allow you to consider all opportunities to eventually find one that’s a great fit. It’s a proactive approach, rather than a reactive approach. In other words, if you wait until
you need a job, your choices will be slim. If you always keep your eyes open for opportunities, you will have many options to evaluate. It will allow you to leave your current job when you want to, rather than when you have to. I’m sure this sounds like a lot of work. It is a lot of work. But, it’s worth it. It gives you more choices and it allows you to make better decisions about your future. You may devote thirty minutes a week to continuous interviewing for one year. Or, you may devote over twenty-five hours to looking for a job in a short period of time when you’re unemployed. You’re spending a similar total amount of time either way. They’re just divided up differently. So, how can you implement this idea of continuous interviewing? The next time a headhunter calls you to ask if you’re interested to learn about a new job, say yes. Talking to a recruiter isn’t an indication that you hate your job. And, it doesn’t mean that you have to say
yes if they offer you something that’s not a good fit. A conversation with a recruiter is simply that: a conversation. Visit Indeed.com and setup a job alert for your type of role. This way, you’ll be notified by email when companies in your area are looking for people like you. Sign up for the Glassdoor. com “Know Your Worth” tool to keep an eye on your salary compared to others in your area. Keep your resume up to date. And, update your LinkedIn profile to match. Once these simple steps are in place, focus on networking. The more you’re able to get to know people in your field, the more they’ll think of you if something comes along. Continuous interviewing puts you back in the driver’s seat. It allows you to find the right job for yourself, at just the right time. Angela Copeland is a Career Coach and Founder of Copeland Coaching CopelandCoaching.com or on Twitter at @CopelandCoach.
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Immaculate single level home in the sought after City of Bradbury. Quiet cul-de-sac, walking distance to parks, children’s recreation area, walking and bike trails. Large living room and dining area combined with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Master bedroom and bath. Open remodeled kitchen has huge center island, breakfast bar, walk-in appliances. Beautiful hardwood flooring throughout. Large backyard with covered patio, attached double garage. (F2326)
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Comfortable home in Covina. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Formal entry with bench. Formal living room, bonus family room, modern kitchen with granite countertops. Newer windows. Two car detached garage, room for RV parking. (G16808)
271 TUDOR ST., COVINA $539,000 This amazing home on a quiet street in Covina features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Large formal living room, dining room with wainscoting, family room. Beautifully refinished hardwood floors in the living, dining and bedrooms. Kitchen with ample cabinet space. Laundry room. Two car attached garage. Newer central air and heat. (T271)
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Located at the top of La Habra Heights Mountain with amazing views. 5 bedrooms, 4 baths. Cathedral ceilings, formal living room and dining room with fireplace. Two master bedrooms, spa tub. Large kitchen with Quartz counter top, stainless appliances. Two car attached garage. Guest house with one bedroom, full bath, living room, kitchen, balcony. (V1976)
LONG BEACH $369,800 Great townhome is located in a quiet & private gated community that is close to downtown, the beach, restaurants and shopping. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Metro Blue Line is close. Floor plan is bright and spacious, living room with large windows, dining room and large balcony overlook the courtyard. Two car garage. (D329)
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MONROVIA $1,888,000 This Stunning View Home is situated in the secluded gated community of Terrace View Estates. Features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, vaulted two story ceiling. Custom Crown molding in living room with gorgeous marble fireplace. Formal dining room with French doors. Gourmet kitchen. Family room with entertainment center. Master suite. Attached 3 car garage. (T308)
PASADENA
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Located on a tree-lined street in the popular Daisy Villas neighborhood this charming single story 4 bedroom, 2 baths home. Newly remodeled kitchen, new appliances, farm sink, counter tops, back splash, refrigerator, stove, microwave, washer and dryer. Hardwood floors and carpet in bedrooms. Stone fireplace, master bedroom with walk in closet. Attached 2 car garage. Laundry room. Move in ready! (E481)
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Fixer Upper in Pasadena’s Bungalow Heaven. With 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and office next to formal dining room. This1,263 sq.ft. home on a 7,451 sq.ft. lot with a fireplace in the living room. Basement could be turned into a wine cellar. Front porch and one car garage with bonus room. (M1126)
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Beautiful home with expansive lot in Pasadena. Featuring courtyard entry, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, French doors, hardwood/carpet floors, very large living room with stone fireplace. Laundry room. Breakfast counter. Tile counters in kitchen. Two car detached garage. 1,617 sq.ft. home on a 11,000 sq.ft. lot. (M3944)
5235 ARDENEL AVE, TEMPLE CITY
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Large lot in Temple City! This 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home is roughly 1200 sq.ft. of living space. Home offers a living room with fireplace, family room, dining room, galley kitchen with kitchen nook and laundry area. Large rear yard on a 9850 sq.ft. lot. Perfect for development or building out of the current home. Detached two car garage. (A5235)
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Arcadia baseball won the Babe Herman Tournament final as they defeated San Dimas in extra innings 4-3. – Courtesy Photo / Tuyet Castillo
Apaches Can’t Be Stopped, Won’t Be Stopped
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he dream season lives on as Arcadia baseball picked up its most significant win of the season, downing fellow San Gabriel Valley powerhouse San Dimas 4-3 in the Babe Herman Tournament Final on Saturday. Just one day prior to claiming the tournament title, the Apaches etched themselves in the history books as they broke the school’s record for most consecutive wins with 20. The notable victory came
in an 18-0 dismantling of Hoover behind a four-RBI outing from junior Dominick Tello. Having already beaten San Dimas back in March, the Apaches were feeling confident they could further cement themselves as San Gabriel Valley’s top team in this highly anticipated tournament final. However, San Dimas was no slouch being that the Saints were also on a 20-game win streak heading into the match-up. Fittingly, the game
between the top two sides in Division 3 baseball lived up to expectations as they put on a real nail-biter to determine which team was the most dominant. In the second frame, the Saints had a big opportunity to put the game away early but were only able to bring in one run for a slim lead. The Apaches responded with a haymaker in their half of the inning with to take a 3-1 lead. However, Arcadia wouldn’t score again until extra innings while San Dimas clawed its way back to even the game at the end of seven. In that decisive eight inning, it was senior pitcher Chase Pedersen who managed to deliver at the plate and on the mound. Along with relieving Chris Wilson in the third inning, Pedersen hit the game-winning sacrifice fly to bring in Andrew Scannel. With the win, the Apaches have climbed even higher in several national polls, including No. 13 in Baseball America’s Top 25, No. 7 in Prep Baseball Report’s California Power 25 and No. 1 in Los Angeles Times’ high school baseball rankings.
In on of their better seasons in recent memory, the Monrovia track and field seeks to make its mark in CIF after competing in the Rio Hondo League Prelims on Tuesday at South Pasadena High School. Despite being a young and somewhat inexperienced squad, Head Coach Michael Knowles and the rest of the Wildcats came into their 2018 campaign hungry to break personal and school records. Thankfully for Monrovia, the team’s overall lack of experience had no effect as the Wildcats not only adapted to the high school competition, but also started to dominate. “Our kids are really coming along nicely this year and they’re starting to learn what track is really all about,” Knowles said. “ They’re starting to gel and by next year, I’m really thinking that
Monrovia track and field team prep for CIF competition after another solid showing at the Rio Hondo League Prelims at South Pasadena High School on Tuesday.
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we should have a solid foundation.” The Monrovia boys’ 4x400 relay squad has shown to be one of the best in the area and is primed to make some big noise during CIF competitions. Having already won three since his freshman year, senior Michael Washington only needs one more 100-meter league championship to break the school’s
Panthers On The Prowl For Prep League Title Heading into the final stretch of the season, the Polytechnic Panthers are closing in on the Prep League title as they are sitting pretty at the top of the standings with an unscathed 7-0 record. The Panthers are enjoying themselves a relatively successful 2018 campaign, having only lost two of their 19 total games. Both those losses came during back-to-back games against Rio Hondo League heavyweights Monrovia and Temple City. However, Polytechnic
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