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California residents get first dibs on last remaining Bank Rolls loaded with U.S. Gov’t issued Silver Walking Liberties dating back to the early 1900’s some worth up to 100 times their face value for just the $39 minimum set for state residents - non state residents must pay $118 per coin if any remain after 2-day deadline STATE DISTRIBUTION: A strict limit of 4 State Restricted Bank Rolls per CA resident has been imposed
CALIFORNIA - “It’s a miracle these State Restricted Bank Rolls even exist. That’s why Hotline Operators are bracing for the flood of calls,” said Laura Lynne, U.S. Coin and Currency Treasurer for the National Mint and Treasury. For the next 2 days the last remaining State of California Restricted Bank Rolls loaded with rarely seen U.S. Gov’t issued Silver Walking Liberties are actually being handed over to California residents who call the National Toll-Free Hotlines listed in today’s newspaper publication. “I recently spoke with a retired Treasurer of the United States of America who said ‘In all my years as Treasurer I’ve only ever seen a handful of these rarely seen Silver Walking Liberties issued by the U.S. Gov’t back in the early 1900’s. But to actually find them sealed away in State Restricted Bank Rolls still in pristine condition is like finding buried treasure. So anyone lucky enough to get their hands on these Bank Rolls had better hold on to them,’” Lynne said. “Now that the State of California Restricted Bank Rolls are being offered up we won’t be surprised if thousands of California residents claim the maximum limit allowed of 4 Bank Rolls per resident before they’re all gone,” said Lynne. “That’s because the dates and mint marks of the U.S. Gov’t PAGE 2 THE ARGONAUT MARCH 4, 2021
JACKPOT: Imagine finding the 1919-D Silver Walking Liberty shown above worth thousands of dollars in collector value in one of these unsearched Bank Rolls. There are never any guarantees, but California residents who get their hands on these State Restricted Bank Rolls will be the really lucky ones because even more common coins are still worth up to $115 $825 in collector value.
VALUABLE: It’s like a treasure hunt there’s no telling what you’ll find. That’s because the dates and mint marks of the fifteen U.S. Gov’t issued coins sealed away inside these State of California Restricted Bank Rolls have never been searched. All we know is some of the coins are worth up to 100 times their face value.
issued Silver Walking Liberty If you are a resident of the 2-day deadline. Half Dollars sealed away inside state of California you cover The only thing California the State of California Restrict- only the $39 per coin state residents need to do is call the ed Bank Rolls have never been minimum set by the National National Toll-Free Hotlines searched. But, we do know that Mint and Treasury, that’s fif- printed in today’s newspaper some of these coins date clear teen rarely seen U.S. Gov’t is- publication before the 2-day orback to the early 1900’s and are sued Silver Walking Liberties der deadline ends. worth up to 100 times their face worth up to 100 times their “Rarely seen U.S. Gov’t isvalue, so there is no telling what face value for just $585 which sued silver coins like these are California residents will find is a real steal because non highly sought after, but we’ve until they sort through all the state residents must pay $118 never seen anything like this coins,” Lynne went on to say. per coin which totals $1,770 (Continued on next page) And here’s the best part. if any coins remain after the R1018
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Lynne continued. easy. So make sure to tell ev- before they’re all gone,” she said. before. According to The Offi- “We know the phones will be eryone to keep calling if all lines The only thing readers of tocial Red Book, a Guide Book of ringing off the hook. That’s why are busy. We’ll do our best to day’s newspaper publication United States Coins many Sil- hundreds of Hotline Operators answer them all,” Lynne said. need to do is make sure they ver Walking Liberty Half Dol- are standing by to answer the “That’s why the National Mint are a resident of the state of lars are now worth $115 - $825 phones beginning at 8:30am and Treasury set up the Nation- California and call the National each in collector value,” Lynne this morning. We’re going to do al Toll-Free Hotlines in order to Toll-Free Hotlines before the said. our best, but with just 2 days to make sure California residents get 2-day deadline ends midnight “So just imagine how much answer all the calls it won’t be the State Restricted Bank Rolls tomorrow. ■ these last remaining, unsearched State of California IMPORTANT: The dates and mint marks of the U.S. Gov’t issued Silver Walking Liberties sealed Restricted Bank Rolls could away inside the State of California Restricted Bank Rolls have never been searched. Coin values be worth someday. Remember, always fluctuate and they are never any guarantees, but any of the scarce coins shown below, these are not ordinary coins regardless of their value that residents may find inside the sealed Bank Rolls are theirs to keep. – these rarely seen coins date clear back to the early 1900’s. In fact, these coins have been forever retired by the U.S. Gov’t, and you can’t get them rolled this way anywhere because these are the only State Restricted Bank Rolls known to exist,” said Lynne. “We’re guessing thousands of California residents will be taking the maximum limit of 4 Bank Rolls be1919-P 1938-D 1921-S 1916-P cause they make such amazMint: Philadelphia Mint: Denver Mint: San Francisco Mint: Philadelphia ing gifts for any occasion for Mintage: 962,000 Mintage: 491,600 Mintage: 548,000 Mintage: 608,000 children, parents, grandparCollector Value: $32 Collector Value: $60 Collector Value: $80 Collector Value: $55 $515 $160 $800 $265 ents, friends and loved ones,”
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CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: COVER JUST $39 MINIMUM PER COIN BEGIN CALLING AT 8:30 AM: 1-800-929-4439 EXT. RWL1384 if you are a resident of the state of California call now to claim the state limit of 4 state of California restricted bank rolls. all California residents who beat the 2-day deadline are getting the only full fifteen coin bank rolls loaded with rarely seen u.s. gov’t issued silver walking liberty half dollars dating back to the early 1900’s some worth up to 100 times their face value known to exist. The only thing California residents cover is just the $39 per coin state minimum set by the National Mint and Treasury, that’s fifteen rarely seen u.s. gov’t issued silver walking liberty half dollars worth up to 100 times their face value for just $585 and that’s a real steal because non-California residents must pay $1,770 for each state of California restricted bank roll. just be sure to call the national toll free hotlines before the deadline ends two days from today’s publication date.
NON STATE RESIDENTS: MUST PAY $118 PER COIN - IF ANY REMAIN DO NOT CALL BEFORE 5:00 PM TOMORROW: 1-800-929-8898 RWL1384 if you are a resident living outside of the state of California you are required to pay $118 for each silver walking liberty for a total of $1,770 plus shipping and handling for each state of California restricted bank roll loaded with fifteen u.s. gov’t issued silver walking liberty half dollars. NATIONAL MINT AND TREASURY, LLC IS NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE U.S. MINT, THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, A BANK OR ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY. IF FOR ANY REASON WITHIN 30 DAYS FROM SHIPMENT YOU ARE DISSATISFIED, RETURN THE PRODUCT FOR A REFUND LESS SHIPPING AND RETURN POSTAGE. THIS SAME OFFER MAY BE MADE AVAILABLE AT A LATER DATE OR IN A DIFFERENT GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION. OH RESIDENTS ADD 6.5% SALES TAX. NATIONAL MINT AND TREASURY, PO BOX 35609, CANTON, OH 44735 ©2021 NATIONAL MINT AND TREASURY. R1018 MARCH 4, 2021 THE ARGONAUT PAGE 3
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Corona by the numbers & local updates Compiled by Kamala Kirk Cases and deaths by neighborhood as of Feb. 28: Culver City: 2,081 (deaths 88); Del Rey: 1,897 (deaths 25); El Segundo: 643 (deaths five); Marina del Rey: 336 (deaths two); Mar Vista: 1,899 (deaths 33); Palms: 2,472 (deaths 58); Playa Vista: 554 (deaths seven); Playa del Rey: 101 (deaths one); Santa Monica: 4,323 (deaths 147); Venice: 1,475 (deaths 14); Westchester: 2,317 (deaths 46)
Total Westside cases: 18,098 total Westside deaths: 426 total confirmed cases in LA County: 1,190,894 total deaths in LA County: 21,328 total new cases as of Feb. 28: 1,730 total new deaths: 94 hospitalizations: 1,733 positivity rate (seven-day daily average): 3.6% total number of people tested: 5,820,973 (Source: Los Angeles County Department of Public Health)
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L E T T E R S lines on the sidewalks during busy periods, with waiters shuttling back and forth through the sidewalk passersby while scurrying from the parklets to the kitchens and bars inside. Traffic lanes run through the center, bifurcating the piazza and spoiling the gentle outdoor ambience. A different model would barricade all but emergency and service vehicles from entering Main Street (except during an early morning interval for restaurant deliveries). The center emergency access lane would be reserved for pedestrians, entertainment, slow speed scooters and bike riders when not needed for emergency access during the rest of the time. Restaurant seating would assemble on the sidewalks, spilling onto designated roadway pavement spaces for the establishments that require additional room for the socially distanced capacity they require to operate successfully. Shuttle and pedicab service from the beach parking lots during peak hours for those not into walking could more than replace lost parking spaces from these Main Street conversions.
Preferred parking zones could reduce resultant increased pressure on nearby residential streets. And there are other alternatives, one of which seeks to merge a time sharing compromise between those two. As we weigh alternatives, we should do so with projected timelines in mind. If we feel certain the pandemic will blow over in the next few months, then temporary fixes would be more acceptable. If we think COVID-19 and its mutations will require transmission mitigations until Christmas or beyond, then we’ll need a more sustainable model — one that might require greater investment and larger sacrifices to compromise on more impactful plans. (Like what would Santa Monica have to build in the next decade to replace private motorized vehicles as the primary model of short distance urban transportation?) Without detailed analysis of alternatives and then gathering the stakeholders to negotiate costs and benefits to each — what chance do we have at finding the compromises we’ll need to
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Let’s fix Main Street Editor: I think it will better to modify Main Street now so it can survive the present and thrive in the future. That would be better than to let it fail altogether, then afterward try to resurrect the “Good Old Main Street” from the ashes after a complete crash. We could make it easier to decide what must be done if we focused on accurately modeling the details of the various plans and projecting their futures. Imagine if before the present alfresco was laid out, the designers had polled the individual restaurant bars to ask what would be the minimum number of outside seats they each would need to continue service without losing money. Easily noticed, the parklet areas arranged with conforming social distancing could not come close to serving that number. (The city is mum on how many seats they think their plan will provide. I’ve looked everywhere for a seating layout chart as evidence they did this calculation.) One potential model for what we want is what we have: pedestrians and folks waiting in
Sunset through the Venice pier pilings. survive? Without saying exactly what we want, how can we expect to get it? With lockdown and other pandemic restrictions, lots of pressure has built up in nearly all aspects of modern life. We could harness some of the energy from that released pressure as restrictions lift. People are hungry for what’s been missing, so let’s see if we can utilize that hunger and pressure to power sensible innovation, building what our changing world requires. Main
Street is too valuable an asset to waste. Tim Tunks Ocean Park homeowner since 1976
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Tiny Homes Motion Approved The new project aims to get homeless people off the streets By Haley Beyer On Feb. 1, the Venice Neighborhood Council (VNC) met for the Joint VNC Board & DFC Focus on Children agenda regarding homelessness in the surrounding area. This issue is associated with the Diversity and Focus on Children sections of the motion’s mission statement. The Diversity section states, “Consider strategies that encourage and facilitate realistic recommendations designed to increase economic diversity, including affordable housing, etc.” The Focus on Children section states, “Consider strategies that promote and expand opportunities for children to experience direct meaningful involvement in all aspects of the social and economic and cultural activities of the Venice Community. Include this Focus on Children as an integral part of the consideration of strategies in all of the below Vision Goals.” The first call to action was changing the word “resides” to “sleep” within the motion to align with the federal court’s focus. The appeals court decided that no one could be penalized or fined for
specifically sleeping on the sidewalks of the city because it would be cruel and unusual punishment to remove homeless individuals from the sidewalks without having another location for them to move to. Because of this, VNC member Joe Murphy and his brother Frank, who runs the homeless committee in LA, founded the motion of integrating Tiny Homes in the Los Angeles area beginning in April. The Tiny Homes motion offers to provide people who are sleeping on the streets and sidewalks of the city with a warmer, cleaner and safer place to stay. The 64-foot tiny homes would provide individuals with a bathroom, offer privacy, and lastly, keep them out of the
residential and public areas and in their own village made up of tiny homes on unused vacant lots. The project would give these individuals “a sense of ownership and security… contribute to the mental stability homeless people need to move forward and therefore appeal to and attract homeless people who feel otherwise alienated by other programs” while they wait for permanent housing options. Member Paul Davis made the motion and member Regan Kibble seconded the motion. After back-and-forth conversation for clear understanding, there was no argument from other members in denial of the VNC Board adopting the motion. The VNC Board supports the concept of the Tiny Homes project and requests that
Mike Bonin, Los Angeles Councilmember from District 11, take the necessary steps to enable the city to “emulate the Riverside, California and Seattle, Washington examples in providing Tiny Homes to homeless people to the benefit of the Los Angeles Venice Neighborhood Council area and areas in the City of Los Angeles.” This would include Seattle’s citizen-driven model of nonprofit enterprises with citizen participation. The motion also requests that Bonin “explore the impact of the implementation of such a program on the current federal decisions, which permit homeless people to sleep with their belongings on neighborhood sidewalks and streets, whether or not in vehicles or tents or their equivalents.” There was also a discussion about the foreseeable problems ahead for Tiny Homes. Some of the other states where Tiny Homes are successful do not have building codes that are as strict as California. Tiny Homes also cost other states more than it would cost California, averaging in at about $12,000 each. Other homes of similar fashion in places like Seattle (or on a closer scale,
Riverside, California) are closer to an average cost of $82,000. There was a concern from all members of the council that the homeless problem in LA is only going to get worse after COVID-19, which will make it even harder to remain in homes. There is already a housing shortage in the area, and limited resources during a global pandemic will do nothing but add to this issue. There are also a devastating number of homeless children in the area, and member Jasmine Carey mentioned Worthy Beyond Purpose as resource. “Worthy Beyond Purpose is a wonderful nonprofit that teaches meditation and mindfulness, and serves LA kids in person when possible and kids all over the world online,” Carey said. They hold classes twice daily at 3 and 4 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. There are events for adults held four times annually. The programming is all donation based and open to the public. More information can be found at worthybeyondpurpose.com
Putting Out Fires Santa Monica Fire Department uses revolutionary software for emergency incidents IMAGES COURTESY TABLET COMMAND
By Kamala Kirk After witnessing two tragic line-of-duty deaths in their own department, Bay Area firefighters Andy Bozzo and Will Pigeon came up with the idea to create Tablet Command (TC), a game-changing incident management and response software that is now being used by hundreds of fire departments and tens of thousands of first responders in the U.S. and Canada, including the Santa Monica Fire Department (SMFD). “We purchased Tablet Command after using it in a demonstration mode for a few months,” said Tom Clemo, SMFD chief. “We were looking for a more accurate and timely system for the tracking of resources and personnel on incident scenes. After using a few products and speaking with the developers, it was clear that Tablet Command would work well for us now, and
Tablet Command is an innovative incident management and response software that was created by two firefighters. “The app on the phone is a their development path was Assign. When an incident is real-time display of incident headed in a direction we were rapidly evolving, this is a much activity and units assigned, this very excited about.” more efficient means of managgives all of our personnel an idea ing the units and it becomes The previous tragedy highlightof the call load in the city,” ed a problem that emergency nearly impossible to ‘lose’ units Clemo said. “The desktop and services around the globe on hectic calls. Additionally, the iPad versions are also an experience on a daily basis: embedded map displays the excellent situational awareness during the chaos and confusion exact location of all assigned tool, but has added features of of the first moments of an units to the incident and the incident management. Once a emergency, it’s very difficult to personnel assigned to that unit, call is received, the units track the tasks and whereabouts greatly increasing firefighter assigned to that call are dropped of arriving responders — much accountability.” into a management screen and it of this is still being done by Clemo provided an example is as simple as Tap, Drag and pencil and paper. of an incident that occurred on
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the north side of town that emphasized the use of all their technology tools. It was a two-alarm fire that required the extensive tracking of both SMFD and LA City Fire Resources. “Additionally, we have access to the SPPD Drone imagery that has thermal-imaging capability,” Clemo said. “This allowed our incident commander to see hot spots in the roof structure indicating a significant fire in the attic. The incident commander was able to see his crews from the air and the thermal image, as well as track them electronically using TC. Ultimately, the application has increased our chief officer’s level of accountability of units and personnel assigned to complex, multi-unit incidents.” For more information, visit tabletcommand.com
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Arson and grand theft auto suspect arrested COURTESY OF SANTA MONICA POLICE DEPARTMENT
On Feb. 23 at approximately 2:15 p.m., officers from the Santa Monica Police Department responded to the area of 23rd and Dewey regarding a report of a man trying to set a vehicle on fire. Details of the call indicate the male was attempting to light an item stuffed in the gas tank of the reporting party’s vehicle. Officers arrived on the scene and were directed to the subject, who was later identified as Alex Omar Aguirre, a 28-year-old Hispanic male from Los Angeles. Officers saw Aguirre leaning into the car window of a separate vehicle, rummaging through the contents of the car. They noticed the vehicle had smoke emitting from the inside compartment and immediately summoned for the Santa Monica Fire Department. Aguirre was detained by officers who spoke with him to ascertain the details of this incident, while fire personnel extinguished the burning vehicle. The reporting party told officers that he saw Aguirre trying to pick the lock of his vehicle before he confronted him. He also noticed a burning rag had been stuffed into the filler of the gas tank, and he
Alex Omar Aguirre was arrested for arson and attempted auto theft on Feb. 23. was able to extinguish the fire before calling 911. The victim watched as the suspect attempted to flee in the vehicle, which he eventually ignited. Aguirre appeared to have trouble starting the car, which he exited before being detained by officers. He was placed under
arrest and transported to the SMPD, where officers discovered he was on parole. Officers also learned that the second vehicle Aguirre set on fire was an unreported stolen car from LA. Aguirre was booked for Attempt Burglary – 664/459 P.C., Arson – 452(d) P.C., Grand Theft Auto
487(D) P.C. and Parole Violation 3056 P.C. Anyone with information related to this incident is encourage to contact Detective David Chabot from Criminal Investigations Division (CID) of the SMPD at 310-458-6679 or the Watch Commander (24 hours) at 310-458-8427.
Recent thefts target elderly women in Santa Monica Santa Monica Police, along with other local agencies, are investigating a series of thefts where the suspects are targeting elderly women walking alone. In each of the reported incidents in Santa Monica, a female suspect calls out to the victim from a parked car asking for directions or assistance in an effort to get the victim to come close enough to touch or grab them.
The suspect then puts a piece of fake jewelry on the victim while stealthily removing their expensive jewelry before fleeing in a getaway vehicle, which is usually driven by a male suspect. Two similar incidents near the 500-600 block of Ocean Avenue were reported on Feb. 13 and Feb. 17. Descriptions of three suspects have been provided. Two of the suspects are female passengers in a vehicle.
The first suspect is Middle Eastern or white with dark brown hair and between 40 to 60 years old. The second female suspect is described as potentially White with dark hair, she may be wearing a scarf covering her hair and is in her mid-40s. The third suspect is the driver of the vehicle and he is described as a potentially White male with dark hair in his mid-40s. The Santa Monica Police De-
partment would like to remind residents to never approach a strange vehicle and to continue to report suspicious behavior. If you or someone you know believes they have been a victim of a similar crime, please contact Detective David Haro from the Criminal Investigations Division (CID) of the SMPD at 310-4588432 or the Watch Commander (24 hours) at 310-458-8427.
Support available to low-income seniors through POD program Over 150 senior households experiencing economic hardship are receiving financial assistance through the Preserving Our Diversity (POD) pilot program and additional assistance is available. The POD program provides financial assistance to very lowincome, long-term Santa senior renters to help cover basic needs like food, health care and transportation. The Santa Monica City Council approved the $2 million expansion of the program in Summer 2019 to assist a total of 250 to 400 seniors facing financial hardship. PAGE 8 THE ARGONAUT MARCH 4, 2021
Despite the financial impacts of COVID-19 and reductions to the city budget and staff, the city council continued investments in the POD program recognizing the vulnerability of Santa Monica’s low-income senior community. The cash-based assistance aims to help households achieve a minimum amount of monthly after-rent income of $700 for a one-person household or $1,225 for a two-person household. To be eligible for the program an individual must be a senior age 65 or older; have lived in a Santa Monica rent-controlled apartment
since before Jan. 1, 2000; have an annual household income less than or equal to $39,450 for a one-person household or $45,050 for a two-person household; and not already be living in a subsidized apartment or participating in a rental voucher program. “We would like to help more senior households meet their most critical and basic needs, and ask for seniors to apply,” said Community Services Director Andy Agle. “If you have a neighbor or family member who qualifies and would benefit, please help them through the application process.”
The application period will remain open for interested seniors to apply. All qualified applications submitted to the city will be placed on a waitlist. Applicants will then be selected by lotteries for enrollment on a rolling basis over the coming months. If you or someone you know meet the above criteria and are interested in applying, apply online (in English and Spanish) via computer, tablet or smartphone; through a secure website at santamonica.gov/pod; or by calling the Santa Monica Housing Authority at 310-458-8743.
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diners experience dineL.A. Restaurant Week safely by bringing their favorite dishes to them at home this year,” said Jessica Burns, vice president of brand and creative at Grubhub. “It’s also an honor to help support the participating restaurants as they make their comeback after a challenging year.” Spring 2021 dineL.A. Restaurant Week will feature an established program of lunch and dinner menus. Some of the participating restaurants on the Westside include: • Adrift Burger Bar Venice • Blue Plate Oysterette/Blue Plate Taco • Charcoal Venice • Chinois on Main • Flower Child • Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails • Lunetta • Massilia • Meat on Ocean • Melisse x Citrin
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By Kamala Kirk For the first time, dineL.A. Restaurant Week will offer a spring season celebration, a 14-day dining event that is dedicated to supporting Los Angeles’ hard-hit restaurant community by encouraging Angelenos to support local establishments. “Los Angeles’ restaurant community continues to astound all of us with their ingenuity and perseverance,” said Stacey Sun, executive director of dineL.A. “We are steadfast in our commitment to creating Restaurant Week programs that support the present dining landscape and our local businesses.” The special dineL.A. Restaurant Week builds upon the previous Fall 2020 program and will highlight on-site, alfresco dining, as well as takeout and delivery options thanks to a new partnership with Grubhub. “We’re excited to help local
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Inspiring Stories Virtual event focuses on connection between small businesses and homelessness By Alex Hutton “Stories from the Frontline” is a unique opportunity for people associated with homelessness to tell their stories. Whether they have experienced homelessness or worked to end it, their stories inspire strength and perseverance. On Feb. 10, the 15th installment of the series, “Stories from the Frontline: Small Businesses,” was held in the form of a virtual event that highlighted a handful of small businesses in Los Angeles that do good work in the community. The event took place on Facebook Live and was a joint production between the organizations “Stories from the Frontline,” Everyone in LA, and Inclusive Action for the City. The livestream began with an introductory speech by emcee Rudy Espinoza, executive director of Inclusive Action for
the City. In his opening comments, he highlighted the importance of small businesses to society. “Without small businesses, we can’t have an economy,” Espinoza said. The main portion of the event consisted of presentations from various small business owners and employees, who showed off their work in a variety of ways. The first speakers were Larae Cantley, Zondre Johnson and Rhiannon Diaz, who were interviewed by Crissy Yancey of Everyone In LA. Cantley, Johnson and Diaz have all been homeless in the past, and they now lead Lived Experience Life Consulting Co-Op, an organization for cultural change. “We’ve been impacted by the way that systems leave people harmed,” Cantley said. “We
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wanted to help systems heal the harm.” Andrew McDowell, founder of With Love Market & Cafe, talked about his store’s focus on sustainability and charity, and gave a video tour of the location. Next up was Mark Loranger, president and CEO of Chrysalis, a company that helps individuals who face barriers to the workforce find and retain unemployment. Chrysalis has five locations, including Santa Monica and DTLA. Loranger spoke about the importance of having a job and touted his organization’s accomplishments. Specifically, he focused on how work is interconnected with other aspects of life. “There are a lot of steps in the process of helping someone out of poverty and homelessness, and of course, housing is the first part of that puzzle,” Loranger said. “But having a job is right behind housing because, without the income and security of a job, it’s difficult to find and maintain a
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Community Pantry Volunteers in Westchester are providing food to those in need canned goods (vegetables, meats, soup and fruit), cereal and grains, shelf stable milk, water and healthy snacks (almost anything unperishable). Sharpe’s neighbor was kind enough to put together 100 personal hygiene kits that will be included as well. The team behind the Painted Pantry wasn’t expecting to see such a great response to its plea for help. “I’ve been inspired by the outpouring of donations and people contacting me looking to help, it gives me hope that our ‘better selves’ can prevail,” Sharpe said. The YMCA will look over the pantry to make sure it is running smoothly by inventorying the stock, providing the location for staging and collecting donations (food and financial). Volunteers called the “Pantry Patrol” will be responsible for keeping the pantry clean and stocked. Anyone who needs food assistance has full access to the pantry 24/7 to take what they need. As the food and supplies run out, it will be replenished. If donations start to run low, the Painted Pantry Project team will shop as needed with the support of the Westchester Rotary Club and others, though donations are preferred as the main source of inventory. For more information and to help, send an email to paintedpantryproject@gmail.com and follow them on Instagram at @paintedpantryproject How to Help: - Donate at the Westchester Family YMCA 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday to Friday - Join the Pantry Patrol roster as a volunteer for future sites - Spread the word about the project on social media - Participate in food drives and donate product - Provide financial assistance via ymcaLA.org/wcgive (mention Pantry in the notes/ comments field)
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By Haley Beyer After seeing a newspaper article about the Fridge Project, a series of communityrun fridges across the city that provided free food to the public, Westchester resident and YMCA board member John Sharpe knew he had to follow suit. To help combat the growing food insecurity problem in his community, he founded the Painted Pantry Project. He decided against a fridge program because he did not want to include perishable food during his first go-around. The community pantry officially opened on Feb. 8 and will remain open 24 hours a day, seven days a week at the Westchester Family YMCA. Sharpe began by collecting donations from his friends and community members at his house in January so the pantry would be fully stocked when it opened. Donations are accepted at the YMCA from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday to Friday. The team is hoping to partner with other organizations around the community to create more donation sites. At the opening ceremony, the team celebrated the pantry while following COVID-19 regulations. Instead of cutting a big ribbon, each person in attendance was given a miniature ribbon. They were asked to write messages of unity and hope on the ribbons before tying them on the fence surrounding the pantry. The only way for the Painted Pantry Project to remain open is with public, Westchester Family YMCA and the Westchester Rotary Club support. “I truly believe that if we are going to survive as a species, we are going to have to re-communitize and take care of each other,” Sharpe said. “This project provides a very direct example of the community coming together to help neighbors who are in need during this time of crisis.” If everything goes as quickly as expected, the Painted Pantry will need more food soon. Accepted donations include
Westchester resident and Y board member John Sharpe came up with the idea for the community pantry, which is available at the Westchester Family YMCA 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The Painted Pantry Project is a community-led initiative in Westchester that was created in response to growing food insecurity among neighbors.
The community pantry officially opened on Feb. 8 and in lieu of a traditional ribbon cutting ceremony, attendees were given individual ribbons to write individual messages of unity and hope on, which were tied to the fence surrounding the pantry. MARCH 4, 2021 THE ARGONAUT PAGE 11
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On the day of your friend’s birthday, you felt like quite the party animal – if, by “party animal,” we mean “rat lying cold and dead in the corner of the cage.” Depression gets a bad rap. It can be a terrible, dysfunctional thing when it’s caused by brain abnormalities or persists without end. However, psychiatrist Randolph Nesse explains that human emotions, including the feel bad ones, are psychological programs that evolved to solve recurring mating and survival issues. When you’re mired in frustrating, unrewarding endeavors, symptoms of depression like sadness, hopelessness and fatigue appear to
have a function. They slow you down, plant you on the couch, and force you to rethink and change unworkable situations in your life: dump that jerk, stand up to your boss, fake your death and move to Croatia. Sadness is also a strong social signal. When we see someone’s sad, we’re motivated to comfort them (or at least cut them some slack). In an ancestral environment, countless centuries before apartments with locking doors, your friends would have noticed you were depressed. In a modern environment, suffering often remains hidden. In other words, it’s possible this woman and your other girlfriends assumed you were socially sloppy, inconsiderate and a bad friend – instead of understanding that you were a friend in need. Take stock of the girlfriends around you and figure out whom you can trust to be real friends to you: those you can show who you really are, including all the sobby parts. Friends like that will mop up for you socially (in tactful ways) at times when your answer to, “Hi, how are you?” is likely to be: “Actually, I’m going to die alone, and then nobody will discover the body until the UPS guy comes to the wrong house and nearly keels over from the smell.”
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I’m a woman in my 20s. Some stuff in my life was going really wrong and I got depressed. I didn’t tell people, but it had to be obvious. I distanced myself from my group of girlfriends, meaning I missed birthday parties, didn’t respond to group texts, and was overall not a great friend. Still, I did what I could, like taking a friend for a spa day after missing her birthday the week before. Weeks later, I learned she was still harboring resentment that I had missed her birthday. Don’t I deserve a bit of a break? — Feeling Better Now
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BAD HAREM DAY I’m a 31-year-old woman, and I recently started dating a guy about my age. We’ve gone on five dates, but we haven’t had sex, as I wanted to take things slowly. He’s been okay with that, but I’m quite certain he’s sleeping around elsewhere. I hate the idea of him having sex with other women. Still, we aren’t at the level of being committed, and I’m not comfortable having sex with him yet. What do you recommend I do? — Disturbed As you see it, the free-range penis should be more like those factoryfarmed chickens. The “hate” you describe feeling at the idea of him having sex with other women is actually jealousy – specifically, “sexual jealousy”: a stew of dark emotions (including humiliation, rage, despondency and grief) that gets activated by the perception that a romantic relationship is at risk. Jealousy gets sneered at as some sort of pathetic emotional immaturity that’s to be avoided, a la, “C’mon...be bigger than that.” That advice is like telling the police to ignore alarms going off in banks, which, sure, are sometimes false, but can be a sign there’s a cash transfer in progress – to the duffle bags of three gun-brandishing dudes in Richard Nixon masks.
Like bank alarms, sexual jealousy has a vital function. It triggers “mate-guarding” behavior: tactics to fend off threats “to a valued romantic relationship” that could lead to “infidelity or abandonment,” explains evolutionary psychologist David Buss. Mate-guarding tactics frequently used by women include “monopolization” (like bolting oneself to a partner at a party), “appearance enhancement” (hotting up to outdo any lurking competition), and “sexual inducement” (performing “sexual favors” to keep a partner around). In other words, the discomfort you feel is a call to action loaded into you by evolution. But evolved motivations aren’t behavioral mandates. Resolving to just suck up and ride out the discomfort seems the best way to avoid responding in ways potentially damaging to your long-term interests. Letting fear of loss drive you to have sex before you’re ready could tag you with an air of desperation and/or cause you to confuse lust with love. Being gnawed by curiosity about the competition sometimes spins even normally stable and levelheaded women into crazy cakes stalkers. Tempting as it might be to know whom you’re up against, it’s best a new fir tree doesn’t suddenly appear outside the guy’s apartment wearing the same go-go boots you do.
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Fitness company Rumble is bringing its unique high-energy workout experience to the outdoor rooftop deck at Santa Monica Place. By Kamala Kirk For the first time in Santa Monica, Rumble will bring its boxing-inspired group fitness classes to the outdoor rooftop deck at Santa Monica Place. The Rumble Outdoors experience will be offered seven days a week and will feature a daily schedule of 45-minute, 10-round full-body workouts. Rumble is a group fitness company with locations in Los Angeles, New York City, Palo Alto, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., with a Chicago location coming soon. Their unique workout experience is one part boxing on specially designed water-filled, teardrop-style boxing bags and one part strength training utilizing dumbbells. All levels are welcome and class spots are socially distanced at 6 feet apart. Rumble has established health and wellness protocols that include manda-
tory touchless temperature checks upon entry for all staff and clients, a verbal health questionnaire confirmation before entry, and masks are required during workouts and in all common studio areas. Socially distanced spots ensure adequate spacing between all clients, medical grade disinfectants are used for deep cleaning between classes, and equipment is only utilized one time per class – no bags, treadmills, benches or weights are shared. Rumble’s outdoor classes start at $32 per class or $225 for 10 classes. Two weeks of classes are released and available for booking each Monday at 7 a.m. The Rumble Outdoors experience will be offered through May 31. For more information and to view the class schedule, visit doyourumble.com
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By Kamala Kirk Armed with just a laptop, USB mic and some instruments that fit into a backpack, composer Paul Bessenbacher (PB) camped out in a kitschy Airbnb living room with panoramic views of the ocean. While staying there, he rerecorded select songs from his album, “Miles From Nowhere,” which was released in February 2020 under his Santa Monicabased recording project Opus Orange. His new EP, “Miles From San Clemente,” came out in December 2020 and features reimagined versions of his songs from the album. “The songs from “Miles From Nowhere” explore the disorientation of arriving at the wrong destination and the need for intimacy, isolation and silence in a chaotic world,” PB said. “After they were finished but
Opus Orange is the Santa Monica-based recording project of composer Paul Bessenbacher (PB).
PB’s new EP, “Miles From San Clemente,” features songs he rerecorded from his February 2020 album, “Miles From Nowhere,” during isolation.
before they were released, I found myself alone in an Airbnb in San Clemente with a handful of instruments. Without a plan or any specific intent, I started recording and reimagining a few of the same songs from this
tion with sones originally conceived with a full band.” Opus Orange was founded in 2010 and over the years has morphed to include a collective of members with PB at the helm. PB’s work has appeared
isolated setting. After returning back to Santa Monica, I added Carlen Walth on pedal steel and Katie Hampton on vocals, which turned out to be just what the EP needed to stand on its own two feet. It’s a quiet internal medita-
in feature films, documentaries and television shows such as “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Younger.” He has collaborated with many artists including Eleni Mandell, Thao Nguyen and Tim Booth. “Though “Miles From Nowhere” and “Miles From San Clemente” were recorded in 2019, they were released in February and December 2020, respectively,” PB said. “During the pandemic, we wrote and recorded our upcoming album, which is currently being mixed. Recording during this time has its challenges, which we met by recording one musician at a time and sending files remotely. I’m hoping to release the new album mid-year.” For more information, visit opusorange.com
Chic Candles Mar Vista artist upcycles wine and champagne bottles into one-of-a-kind creations IMAGES COURTESY OF UNWINED L.A. STUDIO
By Kamala Kirk Last summer in the midst of the pandemic, Mar Vista resident Anne Fletcher came up with the idea to repurpose her wine bottles into sustainable home décor objects. She’d always had a love for candles and anything eco-friendly, and transforming the bottles into unique vessels for candles ultimately led to the creation of UnWined L.A. Studio. “Even though I had a clear vision of the entire concept, from the materials and scents to the design, I had to learn how to transform the bottles and craft the candles every step of the way, which involved a lot more than I had first imagined,” Fletcher said. To create each candle, Fletcher cleans, cuts and polishes the edges of each bottle, one at a time, then places the appropriate wooden wick at the bottom of each bottle. Afterward, she hand pours a premium blend of natural soy and coconut wax into each bottle in very small batches, one fragrance at a time. “I take pride in handcrafting
UnWined L.A. Studio is a woman-owned small business that upcycles bottles into unique wood wick vegan candles. one-of-a-kind wood wick candles and I really enjoy the process,” Fletcher shared. “I especially love engaging with my local community, neighbors, restaurants and friends for them to get involved and donate their empty bottles of wine and champagne mostly, but also water, liquor and sake. Any bottle with an interesting shape or label has the potential to become a beautiful candle. I also try to match labels and
scents together as much as I can. For example, some wine labels look more masculine than others, while some feel more festive, and others are reminiscent of flowers or spring.” UnWined L.A. Studio offers more than a dozen scents include vanilla cashmere, toasted pumpkin and white tea. They are also committed to donating 10% of annual profits to a local nonprofit organization that focuses on programs toward
Anne Fletcher is a Mar Vista resident who is dedicated to reducing impact on the environment with her line of eco-friendly candles. a zero-waste lifestyle. “My priority is to deliver unique and ethical products,” Fletcher said. “I make sure to source only clean and sustainable materials, from the vegan wax to the wooden wicks, the fragrances, dust covers, labels and packaging. I will continue to seek more ways to reduce my impact on the environment and am always open to hearing about new sustainable options. I love what I do and hope to
develop many relationships and partnerships.” Custom orders are also accepted and Fletcher is happy to be able to give a second life to bottles that have a special meaning by turning them into unique memory candles. For more information, visit unwinedlastudio.com or send an email to bonjour@ unwinedlastudio.com
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Is Now a Good Time to Refinance? Doing the Refinance Math Wondering whether or not to refinance an existing mortgage typically means running some numbers. You can do this on your own but it’s probably better to talk to a loan officer and get some assistance. It really all boils down to how much you’ll save each month compared to what you’re paying now. But there are other considerations. First, pay less attention to the change in rate. Old school myths say that it’s a good idea to refinance if current market rates are 1% or 2% lower than what you currently have. But the rate is only a part of it. The other component is the amount being financed. For larger loan amounts, maybe a reduction of only 0.5% makes sense. For smaller loan amounts, 2% may not be enough. Instead, calculate the monthly
savings and then divide that amount into the closing costs associated with the mortgage. The result is how many months it will take to ‘recover’ the closing costs in the form of monthly savings. Pay less attention to the actual rate but instead how long it will take to get your closing costs back. Take a loan amount of $300,000 and amortize it over 30 years with a rate of 4.50%. The principal and interest payment works out to $1,520. If current market rates are at 3.5%, the new payment would be $1,347 for a savings of $173. If closing costs were $3,000, then it would take just over 17 months to recover the associated fees. Not bad. If the loan amount were $100,000 under the same scenario, the monthly savings would be $57 and recovered in 52 months, or more than four years. Probably not a good idea in this situation.
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For some, the rate has less to do with the possibility of refinancing when the loan is due for a balloon payment or a hybrid loan where the initial rate is fixed for a predetermined period of time before changing into a mortgage that can adjust every six to twelve months. Refinancing out of this type of loan can be a good idea if the property is to be held for an extended period of time, especially in light of today’s low mortgage rates. Another important thing to keep in mind is the term of the new loan. If someone has a 30 year fixed rate loan and has been paying on it for say five years, refinancing into another 30 year loan essentially wipes out the first five years of payments and you are starting all over again. Today however, most lenders will adjust your new loan term to match how many years are left on the mortgage. In this example,
a 25 year loan could be taken out. Finally, if it makes sense to refinance don’t wait to do so. Interest rates can change on a dime, especially if they’re headed upward. Don’t try and squeeze out another 0.125%. The downside of waiting just a bit longer could mean those lower rates are in the rear view mirror and you missed your opportunity. Besides, if rates do go down in a year or two, you can always refinance again.
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Fic. Business Name FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021016053 Type of Filing: Amended. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CLOVE, CLOVE HOME, ASANA PROPS. 2804 Gateway Oaks DR., Ste. 100 Sacramento, CA 95833. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Clove Textiles, LLC, 2804 Gateway Oaks DR., Ste. 100 Sacramento, CA 95833. State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/ Dave Stein. TITLE: Managing Member, Corp or LLC Name: Clove Textiles, LLC. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: January 21, 2021. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: The Argonaut Newspaper. Dates: 02/18/21, 02/25/21, 03/04/21, 03/11/21
on: February 4, 2021. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). Publish: The Argonaut Newspaper. Dates: 02/11/21, 02/18/21, 02/25/21, 03/4/21
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021030275 Type of Filing: Original The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RODRIGUEZ ROMERO DESIGN, RODRIGUEZ ROMERO ARCHITECTURE, RODRIGUEZ ROMERO ARCHITECTS, RODRIGUEZ ROMERO DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE; 7904 Glider Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Daniel Alberto Rodriguez, 7904 Glider Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: 10/2009. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Daniel Alberto Rodriguez. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: February 4, 2021. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in Marilyn T. address Hopkins, the residence of a 82, died registered owner. a new Fiction February 14, 2021, in Los tious Business Name stateAngeles. Shebefore wasthe a mother, ment must be filed expiration. Theafiling of thisbreaker; a a beauty, barrier statement does not of itself force of woman who won’t authorize the a use in this state ofsoon a Fictitious Business be forgotten. Name in violation of the rights of another under federMarilyn was born in White al, state, or common law (see Plains, NY, on May 28, 1938. Section 14411 et seq., busiShe grew up incode). Springfield, ness and professions Publish: The Argonaut MA, where sheNewsmet and marpaper. Dates: 02/11/21, ried Paul M. Hopkins, an officer in the U.S. 02/18/21, 02/25/21, 03/4/21
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021032211 Type of Filing: Original. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: THE HIVE MDR. 4242 Via Marina Marina del Rey, CA 90292, PO Box 11084 Marina del Rey, CA 90295. COUNTY: Los Angeles. Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number: 201819310349. REGISTERED OWNER(S) The Hive MDR, LLC, 4242 Via Marina Marina del Rey, CA 90292. State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY a Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 07/2018. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/ Marios Savvides. TITLE: Managing Member, Corp or For Classified rates and LLC Name: The Hive MDR, LLC. This statement was filed info, call Ann at with the LA County Clerk on: February 5, 2021. NOTICE – 626-584-8747 or in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a ann@argonautnews.com Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residTenacious, ence address of a registered ambitious, and owner. a new Fictitious Busismart as a whip, Marilyn ness Name statement must quickly moved up the ranks be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement to join the world of elite does not of itself authorize commodities traders, later the use in this state of a fictitious business becoming name in viola- an executive vice tion of the rights of another president at Shearson Lehman under federal, state, or comin Sacramento. Each morning mon law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business Profes-she’d head to the atand 5 a.m., sions code). Publish: The Aroffice,Dates: gathering around the gonaut Newspaper. 02/18/21, 02/25/21, 03/04/21, squawk box with her high-dollar clients 03/11/21
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MARILYN T. HOPKINS February 28, 1938 – February 14, 2021
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In the early ‘60s, Marilyn and her family moved to Clinton-Sherman Air Force Base in Burns Flat, OK — a choice that would change the trajectory of her entire life. It was there, while taking her children to hunt for arrowheads and explore abandoned farmhouses, that she befriended local farmers. She became intrigued with how market prices were established for their goods, and soon devoted every spare moment to learning about the commodities market. Desiring more than her role as a housewife, she set up an office in her kitchen: pinning up commodities charts inside her cabinets, making trades while making lunch. Eventually, she drove north to Chicago’s Mercantile Exchange, with dreams of trading on its floor — but was refused access because she was a woman. To Marilyn, whose least favorite word was “no,” that refusal was like throwing gasoline on a fire. She grew even more determined to become a commodities trader, and in 1970, when the family moved to Yuba City, CA, she got her foot in the door by working as a secretary at a brokerage firm. Two years later, she took her brokerage exam and passed with flying colors, becoming one of the first licensed female commodities traders in the country. It was a fast-paced, high-stress job, and she loved every minute of it.
to make daring trades.
Upon her retirement in 1994, Marilyn and Paul moved to Marina del Rey, CA where she fulfilled her lifelong dream of living on the ocean. She continued to follow the market, though, trading stocks online every day (aside from the darn weekends, when the markets had the audacity to close). Despite her enormous career success, Marilyn believed her greatest accomplishment was her children. She managed to juggle her roles as a loving parent and a modern-day career woman without ever appearing like she was juggling. She was truly someone who did it all, while always making her children feel like they came first. Marilyn will be remembered as brilliant, confident, and fiercely independent, with a magnetic charm that drew in everyone she met. She was a study in contrasts: energetic yet introverted, tough yet compassionate, a loving Den mother and a fearless power broker rolled into one. If one thing could be said about her life, it’s that she never let anything stand in her way; there wasn’t a door she couldn’t open with her charisma, her intelligence, and her determination. Marilyn is predeceased by her husband of 58 years, Paul M. Hopkins, II. She is survived by her daughter, Tina Hopkins (William Novak); her son, Paul Hopkins, III (Eileen Gross), and her first husband, Alan Viera. Private services will be held at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Santa Monica, CA.
Fic. Business Name FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021018297 Type of Filing: Refile. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: C & K IMPORTING, PAPA CRISTOS. 2771 W. Pico B l v d . , L o s A n g e l e s , CA 90006. COUNTY: Los Angeles. Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number: 0755416. REGISTERED OWNER(S) C & K Importing, CO., Inc., 2771 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90006. State of Incorporation or LLC: California. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictiti o u s b u s i n e s s n a m e or names listed above on: 02/2011. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/ Chrys Chrys Sam. TITLE: President, Corp or LLC Name: C & K Importing, CO., Inc. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: January 25, 2021. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). Publish: The Argonaut Newspaper. Dates: 02/18/21, 02/25/21, 03/04/21, 03/11/21 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021043240 Type of Filing: Original The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NICOLE ASHERAH; 6521 Hedding St. Los Angeles, CA 90045. COUNTY: Los Angeles. REGISTERED OWNER(S) Nicole Madison Petrie, 6521 Hedding St. Los Angeles, CA 90045. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. /s/: Nicole Madison Petrie. TITLE: Owner. This statement was filed with the LA County Clerk on: February 18, 2021. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. a new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411
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Compiled by Haley Beyer The Pacific Wheel Lights Up, 6 p.m. In honor of Red Cross Month, the Pacific Wheel at Pacific Park will display the Red Cross emblem during the month of March. The red and white lights will run dusk to midnight. This is the perfect time to salute all the volunteers who have made a difference in the most challenging of times. Members of the community have donated blood or platelets, spent time helping people impacted by disaster, learned life-saving skills from first aid or CPR classes, or even just provided comfort and company to members of the military (veteran or family). If you can’t visit in person, there is also a livestream which can be accessed at pacpark.com/santamonica-pier-live-cams/wheel The wheel is located at 380 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica DTSM Black History Month Art Installations On Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, there will be public art installations created by local Black artists to honor the Black experience and contributions made by African Americans and those of African descent. There are three installations: “Shades of Us” by A Brilliant Dummy, “Warm Waves” by SHpLinton, and “Phenomenal Women” by Mira Gandy. Black Santa Monica trailblazers are also featured on decorative banners along the Promenade. They will be available until March 12. For more information, visit downtownsm.com/black-historymonth
Friday, March 5 Venice Farmers Market, 7 to 11 a.m.
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Shop for local fresh produce and prepared foods from local restaurants starting at 2640 Main Street. You can also enjoy musical entertainment from featured weekly bands, face painting, balloon designs, and if you catch it on the right week, a cooking demonstration featuring local produce.
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On March 5, participate in one of Puzzling Adventures’ scavenger hunts, adventure races and informative self-guided tours. Every Friday, Venice offers its very own farmers market for residents to enjoy. There are several fruit, vegetable, pastry, and other food vendors and booths to choose from. 500 Venice Blvd, Venice One Team Scavenger Hunt Santa Monica, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race and an informative self-guided tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer questions or solve puzzles to receive your next instruction. All you need is your own mobile device and an internet connection. Groups can be any size but teams of two to four people work best. Cost is $19.99 per team. Buy tickets at eventbrite.com/e/ one-team-scavenger-hunt-santamonica-tickets-110333143402? COURTESY OF PACIFIC PARK
Watch nightly light programs on the Pacific Wheel, which is located on the world-famous Santa Monica Pier.
Sound Bath on the Pier, 6 to 7 p.m. Nothing will provide stronger healing energy than time spent under the stars next the Pacific Ocean while “bathing” in sacred divine acoustic sounds that will elevate your mind, body and soul. Everyone should bring a yoga mat or something to lay on, blanket, pillow and water. The 60-minute sound bath includes light breath work, meditation, crystal quartz chakra singing bowls, a gong, sacred drums and more to tune you in to the frequency of love. $30 per person, $25 early bird rate. For more information and to buy tickets, visit eventbrite.com/e/ sound-bath-on-the-santa-monicapier-tickets-123549651333
Saturday, March 6 Marina del Rey Farmers Market, 8 to 9 a.m. (seniors), 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (general public) This weekly outdoor event allows Westside residents to support local produce sellers and other vendors. Food from a wide variety of businesses is available for purchase. Masks are required and only 40 people are allowed to shop at any one time. Held in parking lot 11 at 14101 Panay Way. More information is available at beaches.lacounty.gov/ mdrfarmersmarket Playa Vista Farmers Market, 9 to 9:30 a.m. (seniors), 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (general) The Playa Vista Farmers Market, located at Runway Playa Vista, offers a variety of seasonal fruit and vegetable vendors, as well as pastries, cheese and even floral booths.
This event takes place rain or shine. Masks are required. More information can be found at farmermark.com/playavista St. Mark Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. In response to its local community in need during the COVID-19 pandemic, St. Mark Parish in Venice started an every-Saturday food pantry. Since October 2020, the St. Mark Food Pantry has helped over 11,000 people and distributed more than 82,000 pounds of food. They invite in-need families who are from Venice and surrounding neighborhoods to come pick up free produce and other food items. No registration needed. Drive-thru and walk-in options are available. Please wear a mask. St. Mark Church, 940 Coeur D’Alene Avenue, Venice (entrance on Garfield Avenue). For more information, call the parish office at 310-821-5058 or email loavesandfishes@ stmarkvenice.com Storypalooza for Read Across America, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday with Read Across America, an initiative that focuses on creating a nation of diverse readers and motivating children to ready. Join the Santa Monica Public Library for special virtual family programs including the Buster Balloon Show and Take & Make Dr. Seuss Surprise Craft. For more information, visit smpl.org
Sunday, March 7 Main Street Farmers Market, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
JustBeHere for Women/ Womxn, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Join Ngoc Can of JustBeHere for an hour of yoga flow to honor the sacred divinity of mother, daughter, sister, wife, partner and women in general. The flow will be accessible to everyone, so no prior experience is necessary. The event is free, but donations are appreciated (venmo @justbehere) To register, visit eventbrite. com/e/justbehere-for-womenwomxn-tickets-142572376817
Wednesday, March 10 Thinkful Speaker Series || Student Success Story: Dan Cassin, 5 to 6:30 p.m. This online webinar is a bootcamp course to help students impress future employers, launch new careers and navigate program challenges. To register, visit eventbrite. com/e/thinkful-speaker-seriesstudent-success-story-dan-cassin-tickets-140499049439 Water Supply Diversity, 5:30 p.m. West Basin Municipal Water District’s Water Lab is a collection of free online classes and family-friendly resources available to the community. Water Supply Diversity will focus on adapting to an everchanging water reality. Additionally, eligible participants from the West Basin service area will have the option to receive a West Basin Cares package that includes face masks, hand sanitizer and other items that promote healthy communities during COVID-19. For more information, visit westbasin.org/water-lab
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