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Schiff, colleagues urging executive order prohibiting discrimination against LGBT Americans Wednesday, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) and 195 House and Senate colleagues sent a letter to President Barack Obama urging him to sign an executive order banning contractors from receiving federal contracts unless they have a policy prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Such a step, which could be implemented without Congressional action, would extend protections against employment discrimination on the basis of Please see page 2
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Volume 2, No. 12
Eighth Annual Norooz a shining example of peace and harmony
-Photo by Terry Miller
Norooz in Pasadena, a project of Narooz, Inc., a non-secular celebration of the Persian New Year and beginning of Spring, has become more than an annual tradition in the San Gabriel Valley. And now, for the eighth year in a row, under the caring hands of Norooz in Pasadena founder Dr. Nazee Rofagha, DC, who maintains both Family Chiropractic Wellness Center and a resi-
dence here, celebrated and promoted Iranian arts and its rich culture along with the non-Iranian community last week. This year’s festivities included live entertainment including a traditional Iranian percussion performance by Erfan Nazemzadeh with Flamenco guitarist Amir Mafakher. The evening highlights also included a dance performance by Djanbazian Dance Academy and
very likely that you heard this at least once Monday after Southern California was struck by a moderate earthquake which rocked many of us out of golden slumber. Although this most recent ‘quake was comparatively small, it serves as a prompt and was early morning wake-up call if you will, to be prepared. The 4.4 magnitude earthquake occurred 4.97mi NW of Westwood Monday morning around 6:30 AM. Several local news reporters were on the air when
nian's have been taught for decades. They took cover under their desk, seeking shelter from potential falling debris. Although many people on social media made light of their actions, they did exactly what they should have done. When an earthquake hits police and firefighters advise you to… Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Here are a couple of suggestions for being prepared:
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Iranian Visual Artists exhibit their latest art work. Eden Garden catered the event with a delicious assortment of appetizers while the Traditional Persian Tea House serves tea and sweets. Norooz Master of Ceremonies was, as always… Nat Nehdar, Chair, Pasadena Human Relations Commission with Dr. Ezat Parnia, President, Pacific Oaks College serving as the Keynote Speaker.
Norooz was officially recognized several years ago by the United States Congress following the introduction of The Norooz Resolution by Congressman Mike Honda (D-CA), stating “Norooz embodies the principle that each individual’s thinking, speaking, and conduct should always be virtuous. It promotes compassion for our fellow human beings irrespective of ethnicity or religion.”
Parks Department will host the Pacific Park Artificial Turf Grand Re-Opening on Saturday, March 29 at 12:00 pm! The ribbon cutting ceremony will showcase exhibition games and reintroduce the community to a great local resource, adding another gem to Glendale’s 45 park facilities. The celebration will take place at 501 South Pacific Avenue. The 10.5-acre campus, including a park, library, community center, and elementary school, was the first joint-use develop-
School District in 2003. The park includes a little league ball-field, picnic area, multi-purpose sports field, multi-purpose court, children’s play area, and an outdoor pool. The Pacific Park Branch Library is operated jointly by the City and GUSD and serves the Edison Elementary School as well as the neighboring community. The Pacific Pool (although not a joint use facility) was completed in May 2011, providing yet another much needed
Purse snatching while gassing up latest crime There is a new crime trend taking place nationwide called "Sliders." These thieves are evasively sliding into victim's cars and snatching valuables through open windows and unlocked doors, in what police are calling "sliding." Thieves often operate at gas stations while customers are causally pumping gasoline. When the opportunity arises, thieves snatch purses and other valuables before fleeing the scene. A vehicle is not a secure location for your property. Criminals are targeting all parts of town while watching for women who leave their purses unattended, leave the vehicle doors unlocked and are distracted. While the woman focuses on the gas pump, the criminal crouches down, opens the passenger's side door and grabs her purse. The entire crime takes only a few seconds. That's a "slider" at work. Please see page 4
Roger Got cash? Hernández Unclaimed to host community 4.4 magnitude earthquake Glendale Pacific Park checks in Glendale hits Los Angeles on St. grand re-opening coffee in Unclaimed checks are payments issued by the Patrick’s day March 29 West Covina City, which are not cashed the earthquake hit yesterBy Terry Miller City of Glendale’s ment project between the within six (6) months after day morning and they im- Community Services & City and Glendale Unified the date of issue. The FiSaturday “Did you feel that?” It's mediately did what CaliforAssemblymember Roger Hernández invites residents of the 48th Assembly District to join him at a community coffee to discuss the latest from Sacramento. Staff will also be available to assist constituents with state issues. Light refreshments will be provided. This event is free and open to the public. Saturday, March 22, 2014 10:00 – 11:30 A.M. West Covina Public Library – Meeting Room 1601 Wes Covina Parkway West Covina (626) 960-4457 to RSVP
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nance Department of the City of Glendale holds these payments until they are claimed by the recipients of the funds. The City may, pursuant to State of California Government Code Section 50050, publish a public notice listing these unclaimed amounts, which are three (3) or more years past their issue date and thereafter, transfer such funds to its General Fund. The 204 unclaimed checks total $22,848.67. For more information on unclaimed checks, please see links below.