July 2015 Temple City Life - Temple City Chamber of Commerce
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July 2015 Temple City Life - Temple City Chamber of Commerce
Temple City High School Graduates List, Page 12 www.templecitychamber.com July 2015 Temple City Life 626-286-3101 [email protected] ©2015 • Published by the Temple City Chamber of Commerce • 9050 Las Tunas Drive • Temple City, CA 91780 PHOTO BY JERRY JAMBAZIAN, WWW.TEMPLECITYPHOTOS.COM Mario Lopez, center, celebrates with classmates. U.S. Postage Paid Youth focus on their future at Career Fair San Gabriel, CA 91775 Permit No. 99 Standard Mail DELIVER TO POSTAL PATRON OR Published by the Temple City Chamber of Commerce 9050 Las Tunas Drive • Temple City, CA 91780-1834 NBC4 reporter and breast cancer survivor Lolita Lopez will be at the opening ceremonies of the Relay for Life July 11, at Temple City High School. SEE PAGE 3. Temple City High School Commencement yearbook supplement, photos. Pages 9-12 Welcoming the public were (l-r) Miss Temple City Anita Velazquez, organizer Michelle Lau, and Honor Court members Joanna Hua, Kayla Gan, Celena Chen and Rachel Lin. Photo by Peter Choi Lyle Umenhoffer describes terror of bombing, sharks after sinking of USS Indianapolis By Monique Weiland “like” us on facebook If people are familiar with the sinking of the USS Indianapolis, it is usually associated with the monologue by Quint (Robert Shaw) in the blockbuster movie Jaws. Guests at the Blue Star Program’s June 5 semi-annual dinner at First Baptist Church gym, however, heard a first-person account of the event from former Navy Seaman First Class Lyle Umenhoffer, one of the surviving crew members of the USS Indianapolis in World War II. A Portland class heavy cruiser of the United States Navy, her sinking on July 30, 1945, led to the greatest single loss of life at sea in the history of the U.S. Navy. Mr. Umenhoffer told about his personal experiences in World War II beginning with his graduation from Mark Kemple High School in 1942. CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 SEE MORE PHOTOS ON PAGE 13 PHOTO BY JERRY JAMBAZIAN • WWW.TEMPLECITYPHOTOS.COM WW II vet recalls risky duty The future looked bright for Temple City youth who attended the Youth Career Fair on May 30 at the parking lot of Coldwell Banker Dynasty in Temple City. Working professionals shared information and guidance on what it took to achieve their careers. Organized by local realtor Michelle Lau, the event was sponsored by the Temple City Chamber of Commerce, California American Water and Coldwell Banker Dynasty. Former Navy Seaman First Class Lyle Umenhoffer. 2 TEMPLE CITY LIFE • JULY • 2015 www.templecitychamber.com [email protected] Las Tunas meeting draws big crowd Temple City residents and business owners were given an opportunity to share their perspective on the Las Tunas design plan at a community meeting June 10, in City Council Chambers. Updates on the Las Tunas Design Plan were also presented, allowing residents and business owners to provide feedback on the revised concept. After City Manager Bryan Cook and Community Development Director Michael Forbes reviewed the project’s history and current incarnation, Mayor Tom Chavez and the City Council heard public comment from 30 individuals who shared their perspective on the current plan. For more information, visit www.templecity.us or phone the city’s Community Development hotline at 626-656-7316. First Lutheran School closing doors; games and educational items for sale After 69 years serving the Temple City community, First Lutheran School is closing its doors. A closing out sale is planned for 7 p.m., July 10-11. There are many games and other educational items that parents and children will want to see. All items will be sold for 25 cents each. A celebration event was planned for June 27 in the Parish Hall of First Lutheran Church to which friends and family of former students and teachers were invited. Residents heard Community Development Director Michael Forbes and City Manager Bryan Cook discuss Las Tunas Drive plans with Council members William Man, Mayor Tom Chavez, Cynthia Sternquist and Mayor Pro tem Vincent Yu. Photo by Peter Choi. EASY project offers free energy advice The San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) recently partnered with CivicSpark, a governor’s initiative to assist local governments in fighting the effects of climate change. Four recent college graduates are serving an AmeriCorps year of service as CivicSpark members working in the SGVCOG office. The primary project these CivicSpark members will be working on is called EASY (Energy Assessment Screening for Your home). The EASY project provides free home energy assessments to residents of 16 cities in the San Gabriel Valley. CivicSpark members, trained in building science and community outreach, will be conducting the assessments. The main goal of the EASY project is to provide residents with customized, non-partial recommendations on ways to reduce their energy consumption, thereby lowering their utility bills. In addition, CivicSpark members will provide explanatory information on utilizing the various rebates and financing options that are available to aid residents in completing their energy efficiency upgrades. CivicSpark’s EASY program is funded through the San Gabriel Valley Energy Wise Partnership (SGVEWP), a partnership between Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas Company, the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG), and 29 other cities in the San Gabriel Valley. “EASY is an excellent program. We are excited to engage the community in energy efficiency while also helping them save money,” said Denis Bertone, chair of SGVCOG’s Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Committee. “The EASY project is beneficial for everyone. Residents save money on their energy bills while the community as a whole becomes more sustainable,” said Francis Delach, executive director of SGVCOG. To schedule a free energy assessment, visit the EASY program Web site at www.sgvenergywise.org. [email protected] www.templecitychamber.com JULY • 2015 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE 3 Relay For Life of Temple City, July 11-12, includes NBC4 reporter, breast cancer survivor Lolita Lopez as part of opening ceremonies Temple City’s annual Relay For Life benefiting the American Cancer Society is set for July 1112. This year’s 24-hour public event will be held at Temple City High School’s track beginning at 9 a.m. July 11. “Relay For Life is one of our community’s most celebrated events,” said Mayor Tom Chavez. “I’m so proud that our residents come together each year to raise money and support those fighting cancer.” The event will open with a speech by NBC4 reporter and breast cancer survivor Lolita Lopez. That evening a luminaria ceremony will be held to celebrate the lives of cancer survivors remember lost loved ones and support people who currently have cancer. The overnight fundraiser involves teams of people camping out and taking turns walking or running around a track. Cancer survivors will participate in the first lap while other activities will recognize and celebrate caregivers. The event, one of 5,000 taking place across the U.S. each year, also includes food, games and entertainment for all ages. Since 2012 Temple City’s Relay For Life has raised more than $130, 000 for cancer research and prevention. Thus far 24 teams and 152 participants have raised more than $20, 000 for this year’s event. To make a donation or form a team to participate in this year’s event, log onto www.relayforlife.org/templecityca. For more information phone Dawn Tarin at 626-688-8009. After the opening ceremonies conclude, the first lap will celebrate cancer survivors. As the survivors walk, other relay participants will cheer them on to show their support. Ms. Lopez will help lead the first lap. Born in Santurce, Puerto Rico, Ms. Lopez moved to the United States with her family when she was four years old. She later graduated from Harvard University in 1998, where she participated on the volleyball and track teams. After working for at WPIX-TV in New York for 10 years, she joined NBC4 in 2011. A year and a half after joining NBC4, Lolita was diagnosed with breast cancer. She chose to make her story public to erase some of the stigma many women feel when faced with a cancer diagnosis. In a five-part series, she shared the story of her treatment, including the loss of her hair, chemotherapy, her double mastectomy, and reconstruction. Inspiring viewers and colleagues across Southern California, she continued to work as an on-air reporter throughout her treatment. Shortly after her diagnosis, she led a team that participated in the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. She continues to work with Making Strides, which supports breast cancer research, cancer education, patient and caregiver services, and advocates for qual- ity care for all patients through the American Cancer Society. She continues to participate in charity events in Southern California. Denny Chiu, D. C. Friends and family serving friends and family Temple City Dental Care Jack Von Bulow, DDS 9929 East Las Tunas Drive Temple City, CA 91780 626.285.3161 www.templecitydental.com Complimentary consultation Top Dentist 2011-2013 4 TEMPLE CITY LIFE • JULY • 2015 www.templecitychamber.com Chamber News COMMUNITY LEADER PROGRAM These companies have joined with the Chamber to give back to the local community. Their support greatly assists our engagement with both the business community By Peter Choi and the many community groups and service organizations in our city. Thank You Temple City Life A publication of the Temple City Chamber of Commerce. Temple City Life is published at 9050 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780. 626-286-3101 Peter Choi ............................................ Editor and Publisher Phuong Mac Grinstead ..................... Assistant to the Editor Philip Pettus ................ Managing Editor, Graphics, Design Sheryl Rubin .......................................................Copy Editor Joselito Lasin ..................................................... Distribution Temple City Life is a monthly publication produced by the Temple City Chamber of Commerce and distributed to homes and businesses in Temple City and vicinity. Articles submitted and printed in the Temple City Life do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Temple City Chamber of Commerce or its Board of Directors. Information is published to inform the public and stimulate discussion. [email protected] For Pete’s Sake – Here comes summer By Peter Choi The late, great Janis Joplin sang “Summertime, time, time, Child, the living’s easy,” and for the recently graduated Temple City High School seniors this will certainly be a memorable one as they embark on their next chapter. Speaking of embarkations, the deadline to register for the Chamber’s “Discover China” trip is August 1, so come join the fun bunch of folks who have signed up already for this once-in-alifetime experience. As we enjoy the lazy days of summer, it is important to remember those brave Americans whose heroism and sacrifice allow us the liberty and freedom many of us take for granted. A big thanks to Chamber member Blue Star Banner program for honoring Lyle Umenhoffer and contributing his true life tale of service and survival as a crew member of the USS Indianapolis. This July 4 the rockets’ red glare of firecrackers bursting in midair gives proof through the night that the heroism of the Greatest Generation will not be forgotten. (See a list of current U.S. military from Temple City on Page 15.) Closer to home I’d like to highlight the efforts of the many Temple City volunteers who have been on the front lines of the fight against cancer which culminates this month with the annual Relay for Life. Learn how you can participate and help beat this disease which does not discriminate against race or creed. Welcome NBC4 reporter and breast cancer survivor Lolita Lopez who will be in town July 11. See Page 3. Bringing it back to the one and only Janis Joplin, her life and music will be presented in the Tony Award nominated “A Night With Janis Joplin” featuring Mary Bridget Davies who rockets through at least a dozen of Joplin’s bestknown songs. Through our partnership with the Pasadena Playhouse, you can get a special discount on tickets. See ad Page 19. Finally, I’d like to thank our Managing Editor Philip Pettus who really outdid himself on this expanded 20-page issue. Please shop local and support our advertisers whose support help us bring the above stories and information to you each month. On behalf of the Chamber of Commerce, have a happy and safe Fourth of July. Board reorganizing At its June 8 Board of Directors meeting, the Chamber Board thanked outgoing Chair Jane Chavez for her term on the Board. In the photo Chavez (holding flowers) is flanked left to right by Jim Walden, Gabriel Lynn, Judy Huie Mena, Margaret Healy, and Rita Padilla. Temple City Chamber of Commerce An organization working to build the community through its businesses and residents Our Mission Statement The Temple City Chamber of Commerce sets the standard for excellence in member services, community collaboration, business growth, networking and achieving a high quality of life in Temple City. We exist to be a clear and persuasive voice in providing advocacy, promotional and benefit solutions for our members. The Chamber Welcomes New Member ............................................................... Chairman of the Board PrimeLending Priscilla Chen (Senior Loan Originator) 124 N. Glendora Ave., Ste. 101 Glendora, CA 91741 626-625-2572 866-778-4536 (fax) [email protected]/pchen Ed Chen ...................................................................... Vice Chair Member Renewals Officers and Board of Directors 2015 – 2016 EXECUTIVE BOARD Peter Choi ................................................................ President/CEO Athens Services Margaret Healy ...................................... Chief Financial Officer Quality Bookkeeping Gabriel Lynn ................................................................ Secretary Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Apex Education Center Connor Air Mid Valley News Rose Donuts Temple City Church of Christ Vista Cove Dan Mikolasko Construction, Inc. Rita Padilla .................................................................. Past Chair Dilbeck Real Estate BOARD MEMBERS Brian Barreto ...................................................... Board Member Kelly Blake .......................................................... Board Member Nevin Kamath ..................................................... Board Member Judy Huie Mena .................................................. Board Member Franklin Ruedel .................................................. Board Member Jim Walden .......................................................... Board Member EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBER Councilmember Nanette Fish ............... Liaison for City of TC Chamber Calendar Monday, July 13, 12 noon to 1 p.m., Chamber Board of Directors meeting, Chamber Boardroom. Wednesday, July 15, 2 noon to 1:30 p.m., Eat & Meet Lunch Mixer, Clearman’s Galley, 7215 N. Rosemead, Blvd., San Gabriel. Thursday, July 16, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Chamber Seminar, Foreign National Program, Chamber Boardroom, 9050 Las Tunas Drive. Thursday, July 16, 5-9 p.m., L.A.’s Largest Mixer, Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles. Monday, July 20, Submission deadline for Temple City Life. Thanks to member When you need construction or home renovation work done, who you gonna call? You can’t go wrong with Chamber member Dan Mikolasko Construction, Inc. who did a fantastic job building a new door for our office basement. Expert craftsman Raymond Hererra stands by the finished project (shown unpainted to better display the work). Phone Dan Mikolasko Construction at 626-338-0244 (office) or 626716-2273 (cell). You’ll be glad you did. See the ad, Page 7. [email protected] www.templecitychamber.com JULY • 2015 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE www.templecitychamber.com Zaxwerks demonstrates messaging signage Representing Temple City at the June 9 product demonstration event for California Public Entities & Educational Institutions were (l-r) Chamber President Peter Choi, Joshua Yoon (U.S. Dept. of Commerce/MBDA), TCUSD Superintendent of Schools Kathy Perini, and Zax and Alex Dow of Temple City-based Zaxwerks. The special presentation event paired Mega’s bright digital billboard’s with Zaxwerks’ flashy NFL/NBA style graphics to demonstrate how local schools can upgrade their traditional message boards for better visuals and results. PHOTO BY PETER CHOI Chamber members meet Miss Temple City Anita Velazquez and her Honor Court. L-R: Joanna Hua, Kayla Gan, Dr. Yan Chen (Healthcare Partners), Anita Velazquez, Kevin Lian (Asian Youth Center), Rachel Lin, Celena Chen. HealthCare Partners hosts luau mixer – open house Surrounded by pineapples donated by Super A Foods and ValuMart Food Warehouse, Chamber President Peter Choi and Dr. Yan Chen of HealthCare Partners welcomed more than 100 guests wearing leis to enjoy free refreshments, buffet, and prize drawings at the fun, high-energy June 24 event co-sponsored by Sunnyslope Water. After feasting on a buffet catered from Ono Hawaiian BBQ, guests were introduced to new doctor Emelou Sagaral and invited to tour the facilities before a show by standup comedian Scott Shimamoto. Dr. Emelou Sagaral wears a lovely lei presented by Chamber member Bruce Wataru of Fanny’s Flowers. Funny guy Scott Shimamoto and Past Board Chair Rita Padilla. Photos by Peter Choi 5 6 TEMPLE CITY LIFE • JULY • 2015 www.templecitychamber.com [email protected] Why it’s awesome being a dentist, Part II: what, me? So I realize it’s not cool to brag and hopefully I’ll avoid breaking any written or unwritten local rules or regulations. Back in January, I wrote a piece titled “Why it’s Awesome Being a Dentist.” I shared a story about a patient who came in and took a chance; investing some significant time, money, and trust. I’d never met anyone more comfortable in her own Making Dentistry Fun By Jack Von Bulow, D.D.S. Jack Von Bulow, DDS, was named Top Dentist by Pasadena Magazine (2011-2013). Temple City Dental Care is located at 9929 E. Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780. Phone him at 626-285-3161 or visit his Web site at www.templecitydental.com skin but yet not nearly comfortable enough to allow that person in the mirror to pursue a dream. We provided to Jessica the Invisalign orthodontics and two beautiful dental implants and Jessica returned enough fulfillment to keep Temple City Dental Care going for at least another decade. Jessica traded in her administrative assistant job for the singing career she had always wanted. Jessica has been singing blues and jazz professionally in Hong Kong for the last six months and she’ll be staying for at least another half year. Jessica stopped by for a brief visit last week. We took some photos, did an interview, and best of all, recorded a song Jessica surprisingly performed out in our reception area. If you guessed Smile, you were right. And I haven’t won a single thing since I brought home the Arcadia Tennis Ladder Championship back in 1987, but about a month ago something amazing happened. Jessica’s case was chosen as the top North America restorative Invisalign case for 2015. In a couple of weeks, I’ll be presenting Jessica’s case to about 2,000 people at the Aria Resort in Las Vegas during the Invisalign Summit Shoot-out. Invisalign orthodontics patient Jessica and Dr. Jack Von Bulow, D.D.S. My walk-on tune is Lose Yourself by Eminem. The key lyrics: “...one shot, opportunity...” And that’s why it’s awesome being a dentist. Every day we have opportunities to engage patients as family and even change lives. Understanding estate planning basics Many new clients first come into my office saying they “want a trust.” What those clients don’t know is that a trust is just one of the four essential estate planning documents that most estate planning attorneys recommend to ensure all of the clients’ bases are covered. Put simply, these four essential documents are: Revocable Living Trust: Moves your property into the trust name to avoid probate court and allows you to choose your beneficiaries; Pour-Over Will: Works with the above trust to ensure all property avoids probate; Durable Power of Attorney: Specifies who you would want to make financial decisions for you should you become incapacitated and what powers you give to that person; Advanced Health Care Directive: Specifies who you would want to make medical decisions for you should you CITY AUTOMOTIVE EInXPERT SERVICE our 22nd year in business Legal Report By Tony J. Tyre, Attorney at Law The Tyre Agency 5703 Temple City Blvd., Temple City. For more information, phone 626-285-7033 or email [email protected]. become incapacitated and what powers that person has (e.g., Do you want to stay on life support? Do you want to donate organs?). In gathering information for your first meeting with an attorney, I ask my new clients to bring information on the following two aspects: People: Who are your beneficiaries? Who do you want to be in charge once you pass or if you are incapacitated? Things: Your assets. Please bring a list of all accounts: account type, account number, and institution information. Clients should also bring grant deeds or quitclaim deeds for all real property owned. Although estate planning is by no means simple, with this basic understanding of the estate planning documents and what information is needed to begin the process, you are now far ahead of the average new estate planning client. Tony does not charge for initial consultations. For more information, please contact Tony at 5703 Temple City Blvd., 626285-7033, or e-mail him at [email protected]. “When we needed help, we discovered Vista Cove at San Gabriel” We keep your car, truck or motor home operating at peak performance Quality • Assisted Living • Memory Care • Respite Care AT SAN GABRIEL For more information or to schedule a tour, please phone (626) 289-8889 901 W. Santa Anita St., San Gabriel, CA 91776 Lic. #197606796 [email protected] www.templecitychamber.com JULY • 2015 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE New Member Spotlight PrimeLending, offers multilingual mortgage expertise A resident of Temple City for more than a decade, Priscilla Chen is an expert in the mortgage business with years of experience originating residential home loans in the San Gabriel Valley. Fluent in both Mandarin and Cantonese, Ms. Chen is a multi-lingual professional mortgage broker who recently joined PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company. Ms. Chen puts her knowledge and skills to practice by helping homebuyers and homeowners find the right options for their mortgage needs. It may be for a new purchase, a refinance to lower a monthly payment or shorten the existing loan term, or a cash-out refinance to upgrade an existing home, consolidate debts, or help children get a college education. “I enjoy helping people achieve their financial needs and that is why I love what I do,” said Ms. Chen. “I love seeing happy customers and I am committed Priscilla Chen, Senior Loan Originator to take good care of them because I do care how they feel at the end of the day.” Certainly, Ms. Chen’s success is partially due to the huge demand in the region for multilingual professionals in recent years, but underneath her language facility is a strong background in all areas of mortgage lending, a dedication to customer satisfaction, and, perhaps most of all, a strong personal connection to Temple City and the San Gabriel Valley. Contact So Cal Termite Solutions for dealing with termite problems arising from California drought An aspect of the drought that is not well known is the possibility of termite infestation. When there is heat followed by a little rain, it creates prime conditions for subterranean termite swarmers. Most subterranean termite colonies produce swarmers by the time they are five years old. With El Niño conditions predicted this year, it is a great idea to schedule an inspection by Chamber member So Cal Termite Solutions. Subterranean termite swarmers For more information, phone Glenn Dugger of So Cal Termite Solutions at 626-221-2391 or email [email protected]. So Cal Termite Solutions owner Glenn Dugger is ready to serve you. Temple City Animal Hospital Since 1952 Carol JohannsenCrittenden, DVM Bruce Carlson, DVM Neil Bodie, DVM Sheeba Thomas, DVM Lisa Nguyen, DVM Member American Animal Hospital Association Full Service Family Veterinarians Internal Medicine & Surgery Temple City Animal Hospital Spay & Neuter OPEN WEEKDAYS 8 A.M. UNTIL 8 P.M. Vaccines OPEN SATURDAYS 9 A.M. UNTIL 5 P.M. Senior Pet Care 5406 N. Rosemead Blvd. (One block south of Broadway) www.templecityanimalhospital.com Pocket Pets Grooming & Boarding 626-287-1173 7 8 TEMPLE CITY LIFE • JULY • 2015 www.templecitychamber.com Ken Tcheng, general manager of Sunny Slope Water Company, Annaka Besaw, Temple City High School. [email protected] Ken Tcheng, general manager of Sunny Slope Water Company and Ira Simbulan, Gabrielino High School. From left are Ken Tcheng, general manager of Sunny Slope Water Company, Brian Bradshaw, Del Mar High School and Principal Lon Sellers. Sunny Slope announces scholarship winners Sunny Slope Water Company announces $500 scholarship winners for best essays on water conservation Sunny Slope Water Company recently awarded $500 scholarships to winning essayists answering the ques- Learn to Play Smarter Basketball tion “How Do You Propose Water Conservation Be Enforced?” The scholarships for graduating college-bound students were awarded to Annaka Besaw of Temple City High School, Brian Bradshaw of Del Mar High School and Ira Simbulan of Gabrielino High School. Their entries were chosen the best of submitted 400-500 word essays mailed to the company office along with the student’s name, school and the college they plan to attend. Sunny Slope’s Board of Directors reviewed the essays and announced the winners May 11. Among its customers, Sunny Slope Water Company,1040 El Campo Drive, Pasadena, serves families in Temple City and neighboring San Gabriel. Temple City plans July 10 pet clinic for pet licensing, affordable vaccinations Taught by Richard Marquis: Head Coach, Founder Internationally known for his ability, Coach Marquis promises that “You cannot find a better class anywhere. We guarantee it.” To learn more or to enroll your child or teen, please phone Coach Richard Marquis today at 626-482-8267. CLASS LOCATIONS AND TIMES Sat. 10 AM-12 PM T.C. Nazarene Church Class 9953 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780 Sat. 2-4 PM Emmaus Lutheran School Class 840 S. Almansor St. and Los Higos in Alhambra Sun. 10 AM – 12 PM San Gabriel Academy Class 8827 East Broadway, San Gabriel, CA 91776 Sun. 12:30 PM – 2 PM San Gabriel Academy The Cream of the Crop Advanced Training Sun. 2-4 PM San Gabriel Academy Class 8827 East Broadway, San Gabriel, CA 91776 [email protected] 626-482-8267 www.playsmarterbasketball.com Temple City residents are strongly encouraged to bring their dogs and cats to the City’s annual Rabies Clinic from 6:30-8:30 p.m. July 10 at Temple City Park, 9701 Las Tunas Drive. Community Companion Animal Hospital will provide low-cost rabies vaccinations at a fee of $5 per immunization. As required by state law any dog over four months old must receive a rabies vaccination. The primary shot is valid for one year and subsequent shots are acceptable for three years. Residents can also purchase dog licenses at City Hall during the clinic. Licenses for unaltered dogs are $60 while altered dogs are $20. Seniors ages 65 years or older may license their altered Area Rugs to Show Your Team Colors A rug especially suited for Temple City High School Rams MORE THAN 190 NCAA SCHOOLS GREAT GIFTS DECORATE YOUR BEDROOM OR DEN QUALITY CARPET BRANDS Available at • Residential & Commercial • Area Rugs & Carpet •Vinyl • Tile • Hardwood KJ & M Carpet Company formerly J&M Carpet Co. of El Monte, now located at (prefinished or sanded) • Laminates • Ceramic Tile • Natural Cork Professional Installation available 918 S. Myrtle Ave. • Monrovia, CA 91016 (626) 358-7400 Happy New Year Visit our website at www.kjmcarpet.com Family-owned Carpet and Flooring Providers since 1958 [email protected] chipping at a fee of $15 per pet. The City adopted Title 10 of the Los Angeles County Code which includes mandatory spay/neuter and micro-chipping provisions. Dogs must be on a leash and cats in a carrier at all times during the clinic. For more information phone the City’s Public Safety Division at 626-2857187. Real estate broker Rudy L. Kusuma signs publishing deal to co-author new book CHOOSE FROM 32 NFL TEAMS ALL NBA AND NHL TEAMS dog for $7.50. Seniors may only license one altered dog per household at the discounted price. A dog license is required to verify a rabies vaccination (July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016) and must be valid for an entire licensing period. Also at the clinic the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society will provide inexpensive micro- State Contractor License # 951465 Local real estate broker Rudy L. Kusuma will team up with Jack Canfield, the creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul series, to release a new book to benefit consumers looking to buy or sell homes in Alhambra and the San Gabriel Valley area. A portion of the royalties earned from this book will be donated to Entrepreneur’s International Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating unique launch campaigns to raise money and awareness for charitable causes. “My team and I manage more than $1.3 billion of real estate assets,” said Mr. Kusuma. “I have advised and counseled homebuyers, sellers, and real estate investors from every walk of life. CEOs, executives, and business owners hire my team because their businesses are teams. Sales professionals and marketing oriented entrepreneurs hire my team because they quickly recognize the superiority of our sophisticated system for selling homes as quickly as possible for top dollars. Doctors, hospital administrators, and nurses hire us because, like the executives, they are thoroughly familiar with the benefits of a team approach. Exceptionally busy couples hire us because my home selling system features methods of marketing and selling homes that minimizes their involvement and inconvenience.” [email protected] www.templecitychamber.com JULY • 2015 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE Temple City High School Class of 2015 • Yearbook Supplement COMMENCEMENT ARTHUR NORTH FIELD 7 P.M. JUNE 12, 2015 TCHS ADMINISTRATION Principal: Mrs. Mary Jo Fosselman King Assistant Principals: Mr. Aaron Chang, Mr. Kevin Herington, Mr. Terry Sholty SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION Superintendent: Ms. Kathryn E. Perini Asst. Supt., Personnel: Mr. Art Cunha Asst. Superintendent for Instructional Services: Dr. Kate Franceschini Chief Business Official: Ms. Marianne Sarrail TEMPLE CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION President: Vice President: Clerk: Member: Member: Student Member: John Pomeroy Vinson Bell Kien C. Tiet Kenneth Knollenberg Robert S. Ridley Annaka Besaw From left are Counselor Maria Ioele, Grad Horatio Jesse Vallejo, Board President John Pomeroy, Board Member Kien Tiet, CBO Marianne Sarrail (seated), Board Member Bob Ridley From left are ASB Vice-President Stanley Huang (speaking), Senior Class Vice-President Asjia Fulcher, Honor Speaker Emily Stoker, Asst. Superintendent Kate Franceschini (behind), Senior Class President Calvin Wang, Board Vice-President Vinson Bell, Staff Honor Guard Ryan Hoague (behind), Board Member Ken Knollenberg. Honor Speaker Emily Stoker. PHOTOS COURTESY OF JERRY JAMBAZIAN WWW.TEMPLECITYPHOTOS.COM Students on right end (l-r) are Carolyn McKendrick, Jeffrey Li, Tiffany Maxwell, Jason Ng. 9 10 TEMPLE CITY LIFE • JULY • 2015 www.templecitychamber.com [email protected] Temple City High School Commencement Program Processional T.C.H.S. Orchestra Elgar .......................................... Pomp and Circumstance Flag Salute and Welcome Stanley Huang ................ 2014-2015 ASB Vice President ASB President’s Message Janabelle Peng ......................... 2014-2015 ASB President Vocal Presentation................ Brighter Side Singers Honor Speakers Address ................................... Emily Stoker, YiHsin Cindy Chen Presentation of Class Mrs. Mary Jo Fosselman King .......................... Principal Conferring of Diplomas .................. Board of Education Dismissal Asjia Fulcher ....................... Senior Class Vice President Recessional ................................ T.C.H.S. Orchestra Senior Class Officers From left are Board Member Kien Tiet, Asst. Superintendent Art Cunha, Board President John Pomeroy, Board Member Ken Knollenberg, Chief Business Official Marianne Sarrail, Superintendent Kathy Perini, Board Member Bob Ridley, and Board Vice-President Vinson Bell President ..................................................... Calvin Wang Vice President ............................................. Asjia Fulcher From left are ASB President Janabelle Peng (seated), Honor Speaker YiHsin Cindy Chen. Principal Mary Jo Fosselman King From left are Honor Speaker YiHsin Cindy Chen, Senior Class President Calvin Wang, Honor Speaker Emily Stoker. ALMA MATER Temple City we love thee, Now and for all times to be. As we will pledge our loyalty To thee, to thee. Hail our colors green and gold Standing for our dreams untold, As we will strive to reach our goals. For thee, for thee. Hail Temple City, All Hail! ‒ by mr. ben godfrey CLASS MOTTO “Kings and Queens of Twenty-fifteen” CLASS COLORS Green and Blue SECTION DESIGN BY PHILIP PETTUS Gwen Kikkert and Shirley Li digitally photograph the moment. PHOTOS COURTESY OF JERRY JAMBAZIAN • WWW.TEMPLECITYPHOTOS.COM [email protected] www.templecitychamber.com JULY • 2015 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE THE TCHS CLASS OF 2015 PHOTOS COURTESY OF JERRY JAMBAZIAN • WWW.TEMPLECITYPHOTOS.COM Xin Yi Lin and Jeffrey Lee. Graduate Jimmy Morinaga with family From left are Tania Yap, Christy Gen, Melissa Chan, and Mary Zhao. From left are Eric Gunn, Brian Wei, Derek Htun (behind), Andy Chek, Clinton Quach, and Tim Siu. Counselors Mrs. Kristen Castro • Mrs. Debbie Singh Ms. Martinne Gonzalez Ms. Maria Ioele • Ms. Deanne Sciarrotta • Mr. Cary Smith Faculty Honor Guard Mrs. Kristen Castro • Mrs. Nancy Bulgin • Mrs. Debbie Singh Ms. Elena Li • Mr. Cary Smith • Mr. Ryan Hoague Junior Honor Guard Joanna Hua • Sandra Ngo • Carolyn Wu • Wendy Wu • Stephen Sy Ushers From left are Wesley Shen, Derek Htun, and Catherine Wei. A.S.B. 2015-2016 • Senior Service 2015-2016 11 12 TEMPLE CITY LIFE • JULY • 2015 www.templecitychamber.com [email protected] Congratulations to the TCHS Class of 2015 Waffa Walid Abu Hajar Alexis Desiree Acosta Vanessa Alberto Jarquin Kelli Simone Alvarenga Mirta Refugio Alvarez Monea Connie Alvarez Pauline Ambriz Brendan Angami Robert Michael Annas Ashley Alexandra Api** Vanessa Arciga** Aaron Justin Arreola Aaron Arriola Robert Arriola III Philip Wing Hong Au Danielle Marie Bacon Samantha Barragan Deena Basilious Joseph Berry Annaka Elizabeth Besaw*** Veronica Ann Briones Phillip Charles Brown Keeler John Busick Jeanette Marie Byer*** Kelsy Alexandra Caal Anne Cam* Chloe J Camarena ShunKai Cao Brett Joseph Castro Avery Joseph Cervantes Israel Cervantes Joshua Ismael Chairez Anthony Chan ChiWun Chan Heather Chan Jake Sing Chan Karissa Chan Kwan Ho Ryan Chan* Melissa Chan Nathan Franklin Chan Albert William Chang Louisa Chang Tzu Wei Chang Yun-Chieh Chang* Sing Wan Chau Benjamin 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Shen Wesley Shen Saher Shenouda Andrew Shi Jessie Shi Vincent Sicat Keefer Sih Min Jung Sim Fung Lam Sin Sierra Rochelle Singer Sulabh Swaroop Singhal* Timothy Cheuk-Yen Siu Mary Eileen Smith Miriam Malak Soliman Andrew J Song*** Vivian Yi Mei Song Brian Tik-Hang Soong Justine Adriana Soto Joshua Speakes Val Tristan Steinorth Aziza Nalo Stewart Emily Stoker* Eddie Su Yueqi Su* Liborio Jesus Suarez Alexander Sun Di Sun Yilin Sun Calvin Sy Angelica J Sze Han Hillary Gia Ta** Kristin Takasugi* Sara Gabrielle Talamantes Chak Kwan Tan Jessica Tan Michelle MiXue Tan Ryan Matthew Tan Ashley Madeline Tang* Bonnie Tang Chonghao Tang Kenny Tang Kenny Tang Ryan Jonathan Tang Shou I Tang Katherine D Tao*** Alyson Thach Clinton Thai Esther Victoria Ti Sean Tieu Vanessa To Rachel Tomason* Brandon H Tong Calvin Joe Tong* Diamond Queen Tram Brandon Tran Kenneth Long Tran Victoria Thy Tran Allen Truong Crystal Thao Truong** Tiffany WenRu Tsai* ManKit Tsay Eugene Tseng Diana Jye An Tu* Horacio Jesse DeJesus Vallejo Melissa Marie Vallejo Vanessa Wong Van Alec Michael Velazquez* Kaitlyn Mae Victoria Sherman Viengkhou Rebecca Pan Villagomez* Breanna Volk Joshua Takeshi Volk Kyle H Vong Kevin Anthony Walker Ce Wang Hejian Wang Keyu Wang Ren Jie Wang* Tian Ning Wang*** Brian Wei Catherine Wei Gary Wen Annemarie Evelyn Werthwein Lauren M West Nathania Christie Wijaya Jordan Alyze Wilhelm* Caitlyn C Wong Evelyn Crystal Wong Grant Wing-Chung Wong* Wesley Wai Le Wong Dion Kevin Woo* Kelly KitWah Woo Sarah Wright* Anita Wu Anna Wu Catherine Dang Wu* Jacqueline Wu*** Karen Wu Kirelem Luong Wu Ming Gigi Wu Sabrina Cynthia Wu Sharon Wu** Vicky Waiky Wu Wendi Wu Meng Jun Xia Franklin Chen Xie Greta Huiling Xiong* Melody Xue* Feiyue Yang Lusa Wei Jia Yang Ming Suey Yang Wenqi Yang Yohana Tania Yap** Deanna Yeh Kristy Tsz Ying Yeung* Anthony Nico Yim Sarah Yin Cynthia Yong Xin You Melanie Deseree Young Kareem Mahmoud Yousef Brian Yu Callie Yu* Elizabeth Heejin Yu Jun Jie Yu Xu Shao Yu Ryan M Yung Hugh Zhang Jun Zhang* LuYue Zhang Meihua Zhang Shuqing Zhang Si-Chao Zhang Yuan Yuan Zhang ZuHao Zhang Mary Yuemei Zhao*** Yue Zhao Alejandro Zhou Zhu Rui Zhu Shengda Zhu ShiYuan Zhu *CSF Gold Cord **Honor Society Silver Cord ***Both CSF and Honor Society [email protected] www.templecitychamber.com JULY • 2015 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE 13 Young people focus on their future at Youth Career Fair Students ages 14-22 attended a free Youth Career Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 30, at the Coldwell Banker Dynasty parking lot, 9228 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City. The event was organized to help young adults realize their future career choices through inspiration, education and empowerment. Temple City Deputy Sheriff Jose Zuniga and Neighborhood Watch leader Lucy Liou. New Chamber Board member Franklin Ruedel listens as his colleague explains the difference between an Enrolled Agent and an accountant. Sharon Saharu of event sponsor California American Water. Working professionals shared information and guidance on what it took to achieve their careers. PHOTOS BY PETER CHOI Call For An Appointment 626-284-3300 FAMILY MEDICINE Physicals (Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult) • Sport Physicals • Immunization Program *VFC Free Vaccines for Children • Family Planning • STD/HIV Testing • Health Education Chronic Disease Management • Osteopathic Manipulative OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL SERVICES Next Neighborhood Watch meeting set for July 16 in Area 7 The next neighborhood watch meeting is from 5:30-7:30 p.m., July 16, in Area 7, at La Rosa School. Fresh-made soft tacos and beverages are provided for everyone. To receive the latest crime prevention tips, alerts, announcements, and news directly from Temple Sheriff ’s Station, register to their Nixle account at www.nixle.com, follow them on Twitter @TEMLASD, and like them on Facebook / TempleSheriffsStation. You can also visit the City’s Web site: www.ci.temple-city.ca.us/204/Neighborhood-Watch, or phone the City’s Public Safety Division, 626-285-2171. First Aid Services • Worker’s Compensation Injuries/Evaluation • Pre-employment Physical DMV Physical • Vision and Hearing Screening • Drug Screening (Observed & Non-Observed) Laboratory Services • Radiology • Pulmonary Function Studies • Vaccines for Healthcare Providers Specialty Referrals (within network) • Physical Therapy • Job Evaluations TB Placement • Treadmill / Stress Test Most Insurance plans accepted including Medical, Medicare, HMOs, PPOs, and Covered California Health Plans. Low cost services are available for the uninsured. SERVING TEMPLE CITY AND NEIGHBORING COMMUNITIES 330 W. Las Tunas Dr., Suite 1, San Gabriel CA 91776 www.dreamweavermedicalassociates.com Fax 626-284-3307 * STATE FUNDED QUALIFICATION REQUIRED Celebrate Independence with a meal out El Ruizenor Grill 5818 Temple City Blvd. • 626-286-8763 15% off with this ad LIMIT ONE AD HONORED PER TABLE PER VISIT EXPIRES 8-31-2015 at one of these fine patriotic restaurants The Hat 5505 Rosemead Blvd. Temple City, CA 91780 626-292-1000 Rose Donuts & Sandwiches 6276 N. Rosemead Blvd. • Temple City • 626-287-1488 FRESH COFFEE • ICED DRINKS Donuts • Cream Puffs • Croissants SANDWICHES Made to Order ALWAYS FRESH SINCE 1985 UR SPACE CAFE COFFEE • TEA • LIFE 626-237-1033 9619 LAS TUNAS DRIVE • TEMPLE CITY Breakfast & Dinner 14 TEMPLE CITY LIFE • JULY • 2015 www.templecitychamber.com [email protected] Training programs prepare youth for high school sports By Coach Richard Marquis Play Smarter Basketball As a basketball coach who has worked with NBA professionals, varsity athletes, and kids who just enjoy the game, the No. 1 question I’m asked is how to help your child get to the next level of their personal development. In our Play Smarter Youth Basketball Development Training Class program in Temple City, San Gabriel, and Alhambra we get a lot of parents wanting to place their boy or girl into one of our local classes as a seven or eighth grader, in some cases with little or not enough previous team training, because their child wants to try out for their local junior or high school team. Some years ago my son, Richard Jr., played for me on his high school varsity basketball team at El Monte’s Arroyo High School. (I also raised a couple of athletic daughters as well.) Today the game of basketball has grown and made some big changes, making it much harder to play on any of the more competitive high school teams in and around the San Coach Marquis Gabriel Valley area. I was also the boys and girls high school coach at Mark Keppel High School for several years and as a coach I always felt really bad when we had to cut the kids due to lack of proper previous training. Here in the San Gabriel Valley region, there are several very good training or development programs that can help boys and girls prepare for their junior and senior high school days of tryouts and the road ahead of them in the sport of basketball. The local Parks and Recreation and YMCA programs are good places to begin, but when your child shows a stronger interest in the sport around age 9 -11, find a stronger development training program like our Play CONTINUED ON PAGE 20 Temple City artist Min W selected for state art exhibit Local artist Min W of Min W Fine Art & School was nominated and selected as the local artist June 1 to represent Senator Ed Hernandez District for the 2015-2106 California State Senate Contemporary Art Collection Exhibit. The CA State Senate Contemporary Art Collection will be on display at Legislative Caucus rooms near the Senate Chambers and the Senate Sergeant-At-Arms office at the State Capital in Sacramento, CA. The exhibit will last for approximately 18 months and a collection catalogue is also produced to highlight the artists selected during this exhibit period. Since being selected as one of four outstanding female artists for the 1999 annual Provincial Art Gallery Exhibit in Shenzhen, China, Min W has received honors and awards for her work in the United States, England and China. As a diversified and detail artist, Min W has created paintings of a wide realm of subject matter, styles and impressions. The “On the Hunt” of a great white shark is one example of her contemporary style impression paintings and was selected for the California exhibit. Born in China, Min W, immigrated to the United States in 2008 and became a naturalized citizen in 2012. A member of the “Monrovia Association of Fine Arts” and the “San Gabriel Fine Arts As- Min W. “On the Hunt,” a great white shark, was selected for the California exhibit. sociation,” she shares her passion for art by teaching students at her Temple City gallery for which she has received numerous instructor awards including the Chinese National Teachers Award. Contact Min W regarding information for art lessons, originals or signed digital reproductions on canvas or paper and special request commissioned paintings. Min W paintings can be found at her gallery, Min W Fine Art & School, 9908 Las Tunas Drive, Unit A, Temple City or www.fineartamerica.com/profiles/ min-wang.html. Her Web site is: www.MinW-FineArt.com. Your Community Christian Churches Welcome You PAID ADVERTISEMENT Behold, I have engraved you on the palms of my hand. Faith United Methodist Church First Baptist Church of TC Pastor Matthew Chong 5957 Golden West Ave. Temple City, CA 91780 626-286-3129 10 a.m. Worship Service in Mandarin 11:30 a.m. Praise service in English Jim Walden, Senior Pastor Isaiah 49:16 6019 Baldwin Ave. • Temple City, CA 91780 626-286-3125 web site: www.templecitybaptist.org e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. First Lutheran Church Temple City United Methodist Church Immanuel Church of the Nazarene 9123 Broadway, Temple City 91780 Office 626-287-0968 Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional worship Bible Study - Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. web site: www.firstlutherantc.org e-mail: [email protected] Rev. David Palmer, Pastor 5957 N. Golden West Ave. Temple City, CA 91780 626-286-3129 Sunday School 8:45 a.m. • Worship 10 a.m. E-mail: [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.templecityumc.org Charles Lin, Senior Pastor 9953 Las Tunas Drive, CA 91780 626-285-3832 www.go2icon.org Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. (English; Mandarin) Wednesday Youth Night: 7:00 p.m. (English) Friday Youth Night: 7:30 p.m. (Mandarin) www.myhym.org New Hope Church (PCUSA) San Gabriel Mission Catholic Church David Pak, Pastor Mariko Yanagihara, Associate Pastor San Gabriel Community Church Fr. Bruce Wellems, CMF, Pastor 428 South Mission Dr., San Gabriel 91776 Steve Balentine, Senior Pastor 117 N. Pine St., San Gabriel 626-287-0486 www.sgucandcs.org Sunday Worship: 9 a.m. Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. Wed. Bible Study, 7 p.m. 700 S. Rosemead Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107-5613 449-8644 (English) • 577-0191 (Korean) [email protected] Korean Web Site: nhcpcusa.org Sunday: 8 a.m. • 11:15 a.m. Korean Worship 9:30 a.m./ 1:30 p.m. English Worship 626-457-3035 –– www.sangabrielmissionchurch.org Weekday Masses 6:30 a.m. (Eng.), Noon (Eng.), 6:30 p.m. (Spanish) Saturday Masses (English) – 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses: (English) 7 a.m., 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 5 p.m.; (Spanish) 9:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 7 p.m.; (Vietnamese) 3 p.m. Wednesday Night Youth Program, Jr. & Sr. High, 7 p.m. St. Luke Catholic Church Sunrise Community Church Fr. Mark A. Strader, Pastor 5605 Cloverly Ave. 626-291-5900 www.stluketemplecity.org Sunday Masses: 6:30, 8, 10,12, 5:30 p.m. Saturday Evening Mass: 5:30 p.m. Weekday Masses: M-W-F 6:30 a.m T-Th 9:00 a.m. Nondenominational: Conservative Christian Andrew Kikkert, Pastor 9642 E. Live Oak Ave. • 626-287-6120 Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Friday Game Night 7 p.m. - 1st and 3rd Fridays Friday Night Fellowship 6:30 p.m. - 2nd and 4th Fridays Dr. Bryce Gayhart, Pastor 9723 Garibaldi Ave (at Golden West) 626-286-0581 e-mail: [email protected]. Pastor’s Class 9:10 a.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Temple City Church of Christ Valley Community Church Westminster Presbyterian Church Jonathan Hinckley, Minister 5272 Sereno Dr., Temple City 626-286-6676 Sunday Bible Class 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. All Children Welcome Nursery Pastor Gary Clouse 3039 Santa Anita Ave., El Monte, Ca 91733 626-443-3063 www.myvcc.org Friday Spanish Service 7:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Service 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Wednesday Worship Service 7 p.m. Charles Castles, Pastor 9642 Live Oak Ave. 626-287-1987 [email protected] • www.tc-presbyterian.org Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Spanish Translation Available (11 a.m. service only) Temple City Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) All Children Welcome • Nursery • Children's Church Bible Studies on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Phone for information. [email protected] www.templecitychamber.com JULY • 2015 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE Temple City Patriotic News TEMPLE CITY SALUTES FAMILY MEMBERS OF TEMPLE CITY RESIDENTS, SERVING THE U.S.A. To update information, phone Sharon Johnson at 626-285-5852. From left are Lyle Umenhoffer, Bob Marston, Mayor Tom Chavez and Larry Stevens, a tail gunner on a B17 in World War II. PHOTO BY JERRY JAMBAZIAN, WWW.TEMPLECITYPHOTOS.COM Lyle Umenhoffer describes terror from 1945 sinking of USS Indianapolis CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Deciding to enlist rather than be drafted into the Army, young Umenhoffer joined the U.S. Navy and after 21 days of boot camp was assigned to the USS Indianapolis. As part of the crew, he saw action in the Pacific theater including the Aleutian Islands campaign, the invasion of the Gilbert islands, and the Battle of the Philippine Sea. The Indianapolis joined Vice Admiral Marc A. Mitscher’s fast carrier task force attacking Tokyo to cover the landings on Iwo Jima and Mr. Umenhoffer described surviving the bomb attack by a Japanese pilot on Easter Sunday morning. The Japanese pilot dropped his bomb directly on the ship’s deck, going through the deck, mess hall, berthing compartment, and fuel tanks before crashing through the keel and exploding in the water underneath. The concussion blew two gaping holes in the keel which flooded nearby compartments and left a hole the size of two Mac trucks. Under her own power, she made it back to Mare Island for repairs and was given a special assignment. On 30 July 1945, after delivering parts for the first atomic bomb to the United States air base at Tinian, the USS Indianapolis was torpedoed by the Imperial Japanese Navy submarine I-58, sinking in 12 minutes. Of 1,196 crewmen aboard, only 317 survived. Mr. Umenhoffer recounted how, just after watch on that night, around midnight, he went to the aft of the ship to sleep. At 12:12 a.m., he heard and felt the first explosion. He jumped up and put his clothes on. The first torpedo blew off the bow. The second torpedo hit the ammunition and fuel on the port side. As the fire spread to the front of the ship, Seaman Umenhoffer took his position on the side of the ship to wait for orders. Suddenly, the ship rolled to the starboard side, throwing Umenhoffer across the deck. He hit a hatch which tore up his leg and threw him into the water. Some 300 of the 1,196 crewmen went down with the ship. Approximately 900 found themselves adrift in the water with a fortunate few in life boats. The ship sank in 12 minutes, spewing gallons of toxic fuel into the sea and coating the men in sticky, black goo. It was four hours before there was any light to see what was going on. Once it was light, the men started swimming towards each other. Then the alarm for sharks sounded. The first night, the groups joined their floats together to make a ring, putting the injured in the middle to protect them from the sharks. The second day was the beginning of hallucinations and great thirst. Third day still no rescue. Like others adrift in the ocean, Umenhoffer had formed a floating “pod” USS Indianapolis Air Force Coast Guard Nathan Alfano Mark Andrews Susie Andrews Kevin Bateman Shane Berger Nicholas Breniser Philip Bridge Anthony Cambonga Steven Chicca Brenda Comstock Edward Lee Connors Jacqueline Crider Mark D. Curry Kimberly Diehl Jose Flores Beau Gardner Steven Groesz James M. Haller James Herndon Catherine Hight (Reserve) Brett Hommerson John Janis Daniel Jimenez Andrew Katz Geoffrey C. Lewis Steven X. Li George Lopez Shaun Loveless David Lucero Jason Macy Joseph Maier Jeremiah J. Polk Christopher Porter Nicholas Richards Liezl-Anne Sarte Holly Seltman Henry Ten Napel Ulbert Tugung Christine A. Van Der Paul Adam G. Villalobos Kelvin Wong Eric Conway Patrick J. Horton David & Dee Sasse Army with other survivors. Now they were down to 1012 in their group. On the fourth day, still no rescue as more survivors were lost to hypothermia, dehydration, salt poisoning and shark attacks, while some killed themselves or other survivors in various states of delirium and hallucinations. On the fifth day, Lt. Wilbur Gwinn and copilot Lt. Warren Colwell were on a routine patrol flight in a PV-1 Ventura looking for submarine oil slicks to identify where to drop the depth charges when they spotted the men adrift and dropped a life raft and a radio transmitter. All air and surface units capable of rescue were dispatched to the scene at once. A PBY Catalina seaplane piloted by Lt. Adrian Marks responded. While dropping rafts and supplies for three hours, Marks witnessed men being attacked by sharks and, disobeying standing orders, landed on the open sea. He began taxiing to pick up the stragglers and lone swimmers who were at the greatest risk of shark attack and radioed for immediate assistance. Umenhoffer and two others in his “pod” were passed by twice until they were finally pulled into the plane and thrown into the back. Although the plane was full, Lt. Marks instructed Umenhoffer and other men to climb out the hatch and onto the wings so he could pick up more men. Umenhoffer recalled thinking this was crazy, but he and the planeload of men successfully arrived to the hospital ship, the USS Tranquility. The Navy Command had no knowledge of the Indianapolis’ sinking until the survivors were spotted. Of the 880 who survived the sinking, only 321 men came out of the water alive; 317 ultimately survived. Marks and his crew rescued 58 of those survivors. The Discovery Channel stated in Shark Week episodes “Ocean of Fear” that the Indianapolis sinking resulted in the most shark attacks on humans in history. After his military service, Mr. Umenhoffer enjoyed a career in the Street Department, eventually becoming a welder and heavy equipment operator in the Pasadena area. He retired in 1986 after 40 years with the company. He has a daughter and three grandsons. His wife passed away in August three years ago. During the meeting, a representative of the now defunct Temple City Pony League association presented the Blue Star program a check for $2,000. Michael R. Acosta Jeremy Albright Jesse Aldana Robert Arceo Melissa Arellano Kyle Aspaturian Kevin Banks Justin Beam Erine Beck Noah J. Beltran Nicolette Bernini Stephen Bernini Leon T. Butler Brenden Byrnes Jose Caoili IV Colin D. Care Xavier Cassal Maria F. Chatfield Mark Y. Ching Nellie Claros Matt Deurmeier Leonardo D. Garcia Nathanael Gonzalez Robert Good Louie Guan Dan Hart Jose Herrera D. Jeff Hudson Tom Iarossi Cherrie Kean Sung Min Kim Christopher Kline James A. Konoske Bryan Law Carolyn LeBerthon Philip Lee Carol A. Lima Denise Lloyd Abraham Lopez Darlene Luevano Lorenzo Luevano Sean M. Meehan Kareem Meleika Larry P. Mullaly Greg Neaderbaomer Andrew E. Nervo Nam Hoang Nguyen Nicolette O’Connor Matthew Oberlander Dominic Oro David Pepper Alex Kuzma Perenishko Robert E. Percy James Pritchet Robert Aaron Pugh David Rivas Martin J. Rodela Christopher Schulze Scott Shepro Debra Sinnott Michael Sinnott Danny Stacey Matthew Steyart * KIA Robert Thomas Steyart Clayton Taylor Mark Tsunokai S. Brian Ulmer Henry Valenzuela Atanasio Viera Christopher Waller Frank Wang Bradley E. Welsster II Robert M. Winovitch Jacque Wood-Kornelas Marines Francisco Acevedo Steven D. Acevedo Garrett Aguirre John Andress Brent Anglin Arthur R. Baker III Jason Bestpitch Milton Cabrera H. Joseph Camerano, Jr. Aaron Cardenas James Cardenas Justin Chavez Robbie Coleman Stacey Cortez Amos Deines James Earhart Dakota Erickson Nicole Faraci Steven Ferrara John Paul Flores Nicholas Gary Derek W. Goodwin Evan Guyant Joshua N. Harris Stacey J. Harris Brett Alan Hascall Jakob Hight David C. Hill Noah Hillbruner Delbert Kelley Ben Kirby Tracy Kirby Jonathan Kline Jesse L. Klotz Clint W. Kuhn Neil LaSala Richard Landeros Jordan L. Law William T. Lehre Charles Liu Brian Lo James M. Loiacano Jr. Joey L. Luna Tony Mannarelli Kevin C. Manning Brent Marston John Martorana Nicole L. McCartney Steven G. McMurray Shawn Opal Wesley Pack Stephen Paletta Thomas Paletta Wyatt A. Reneer Glen Reukema Jason Reukema Jonathan Rush Alfonso Salazar Stephen Sanderson Jerad Speral Elizabeth R. Stauffer Leo Tjoakro Michael Turrell Cheri Wood-Anciaux Ryan Ynzunza Robert Ynzunza Keith C. Yount National Guard Christopher B. Parson Kelly Porter Navy Thomas H. Allen Brett Alt Matthew A. Arroyo Darren Brown Daniel Chavez Eric Coker Jeremy Collett Justin Downer Cynthia Nash Gantt Lisa M. Gunn Kevin Haynes Rogelio Hermosillo Shanee Hermosillo Tori James Dustin N. Klotz Adrien Yi Qian Li Kelvin Li Juan Gabriel Magni F. Spencer Major Erick Markman David Martinez Brian R. Meaden Ariana J. Medina Jennifer Northcutt Eugene Parra Guy Rauterkranz Jennifer Rautenkranz Robb Rudluff Stuart Saxon Andrew Strople Christopher Sweet Michael Terrenal Moises A Villegas David Viray Kevin White Leo E. Wright II 15 [email protected] www.templecitychamber.com July • 2015 • Temple City Life 17 TEMPLE CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUYER’S GUIDE Oasis Trilingual School celebrates grand opening Temple City Mayor Tom Chavez and invited dignitaries helped welcome the city’s newest elementary school on May 21. Students at Oasis Trilingual Community School are taught in English, Spanish and Mandarin. Following the ribbon cutting, Head of School Tamara Hernandez led a brief tour of the classrooms. Afterwards, guests and parents had lunch while enjoying entertainment from the students, including songs in Spanish and Mandarin, as well as delightful music from Ernie Dirksen. For more information about their summer and regular session programs, e-mail [email protected], phone 626-285-8262 or visit www.oasistrilingualschool.org. Above, left to right, Chamber President Peter Choi, Oasis Operations Director Harry Rolston, Henry Lo (office of Assemblymember Ed Chau), Matthew Hovsepian (office of Rep. Judy Chu), Brian Mejia (office of LA County Supervisor Michael Antonovich, Mayor Tom Chavez, Oasis Head of School Tamara Hernandez, City Councilmember Cynthia Sternquist, City Councilmember Nanette Fish, Chamber Board Chair Jane Chavez, Past Board Chair Rita Padilla, Clay Arick (office of State Senator Dr. Ed Hernandez) Bottom left: President Choi and (?) compare Oasis and Hogwarts. Bottom right: Head of School Tamara Hernandez shares the school’s teaching philosophy during her tour of the school classrooms. Photos by Phuong Mac SEARCH Educational Day Care Edith Schwartz, Director 8718 Wenden St. San Gabriel, CA 91775 Tel: 626-286-4158 Cell: 626-688-5976 [email protected] St. Luke Catholic School (TK-8) Yvette Jefferys, Principal 5521 N. Cloverly Ave. 626-291-5959 Fax 626-285-5367 www.stluketemplecity.org To contact the Temple City Chamber 626-286-3101 •[email protected] • www.templecitychamber.com Planet Preschool Judy Huie Mena 4977 Santa Anita Ave. 626-279-5482 [email protected] Playfactory Preschool Cyndi Halton 9723 Garibaldi 626-285-9223 Sonshine House Preschool 9141 Broadway Temple city, CA 91780 626-285-3380 Lauri Kreitner-Director [email protected] TC Christian Preschool Carol Burns 6019 Baldwin Ave. 626-286-0042 DENTAL OFFICES Terrance Fong, D.D.S. 9909 Las Tunas Dr. 626-286-7151 Lad Family Dentistry Apex Education Center Wai Lai 5570 North Rosemead Blvd. 626-287-2022 [email protected] Ark Christian Academy, Inc. Grace Wu, Director 6539 Rosemead Blvd. San Gabriel 91775 626-287-8321 California Institute of Advanced Management Jennie Ta 9550 Flair Dr. 500 El Monte, CA 91731 626-350-1500 [email protected] www.gociam.com CHOICESS Joe Donofrio 348 East Foothill Blvd. Arcadia 91006 626-359-3300 www.choicess.com [email protected] Chiman Lad, D.D.S. Sunjay Lad, D.D.S. 5813 Temple City Blvd. 626-287-4094 www.drlad.com Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center Tai Mao, DDS. Inc Medtor, Inc. 9925 Las Tunas Dr. 626-286-3033 Robert Shima, D.D.S. 9929 Las Tunas Dr. 626-285-4577 San Gabriel Valley Family Dental Group Joseph Rosenberg, DDS 6503 N. Rosemead Blvd. San Gabriel 91775 626-286-2156 TC Dental Care Jack Von Bulow, D.D.S. 9929 Las Tunas Dr. 626-285-3161 [email protected] www.templecitydental.com E EDUCATION Alpha Science Educational Institute 9465 Las Tunas Dr. 626-614-0931 Stephen Edo 9229 Pentland 626-548-5000 1055 E. Colorado Blvd. Suite 500 Pasadena, CA 91106 (626) 240-4689 [email protected] Min W. Fine Art & School Min Wang 9908 Las Tunas Dr. Unit A 626-642-5783 [email protected] Oasis Trilingual School Tamara Hernandez 5957 Golden West Ave [email protected] www.oasistrilingualschool.org 626-285-8262 Pacific Friends School Kellie McKinley 6210 Temple City Blvd. 626-287-6880 San Gabriel Christian School and Community Church Kristen Halverson 117 N. Pine San Gabriel 91775 626-287-0486 TC High School Associated Student Body Gayle Schaffer 9501 E. Lemon 626-548-5040 TC Schools Foundation Kathy Chambers 9700 Las Tunas Dr. 626-548-5000 TC Unified School District 9700 Las Tunas Dr. 626-548-5000 [email protected] • www.tcusd.net CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 18 Temple City Life • July • 2015 www.templecitychamber.com [email protected] TEMPLE CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUYER’S GUIDE CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE ELDER CARE Sincere Care Services, Inc. Morgan Stanley 747 N. Lake Ave. Ste. D Pasadena 91104 626-398-2098 [email protected] Gabriel Lynn, Financial Advisor 301 N. Lake Ave., Penthouse Suite Pasadena, CA 91101 TEL: 626-683-4611 FAX: 626-449-7121 [email protected] EMPLOYMENT CHOICESS FLORISTS Fanny’s Flowers Joe Donofrio 348 East Foothill Blvd. Arcadia 91006 626-359-3300 www.choicess.com [email protected] Bruce Wataru, Fanny Wataru 5947 Oak Ave. 626-287-1653 ENTERTAINMENT & MUSIC Irwindale Event Center Bob Klein 500 Speedway Drive Irwindale, CA 91706 626-358-1100 626-357-4227 [email protected] www.irwindalespeedway.com T. M. Studios G GROCERY SUPERMARKETS Super A Foods Richard Harb 5595 Rosemead Blvd. 626-248-0383 Valu-Mart Korey Khaledi 6340 N. Rosemead Blvd. 626-291-5969 H Mobil D.J. Service & Entertainment 626-286-3715 HEALTH & WELLNESS Cheers Alano Club FINANCIAL PLANNING EH Financial Group, Inc. AA & Related 12 Step Meeting 5934 Temple City Blvd. 626-286-9975 [email protected] www.cheersalanoclub.org F Emmy Hernandez 419 S. Mission Dr. San Gabriel 91776 626-943-8833 PHONE THE CHAMBER 626-286-3101 HEATING AIR CONDITIONING Air-Tro, Inc. (Cooling-Heating) John Helbing 1630 Myrtle Ave. Monrovia 91016 626-357-5311 Connor Air Wayne Connor 4931 N. Encinita 626-286-3157 www.Connorair.com HOME IMPROVEMENT Agosta Plumbing & Heating Bob Agosta 5929 N. Oak Ave. 626-286-9500 Air-Tro, Inc. (Cooling-Heating) John Helbing 1630 Myrtle Ave. Monrovia 91016 626-357-5311 Modern Lighting Mike Kowalski 9034 Las Tunas Dr. 626-286-7462 HOTELS Hilton San Gabriel Juli Costanzo 225 West Valley Blvd. San Gabriel 91776 626-270-2700 [email protected] Holiday Inn Express Pasadena 3500 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, 91107 626-792-1363 I IMPORT/EXPORT Ni-Star Worldwide, Inc. 951 Arcadia Ave. San Gabriel, CA 91775 Joanne Zhang 626-286-9877 626-237-0180 Fax [email protected] INSURANCE, FINANCIAL ADVISOR Holtzen & Bauermeister Insurance Daniel Holtzen 455 North El Molino Ave Pasadena, CA 91101-1403 626-574-1480 www.holtzeninsurance.com The Tyre Agency Life-Medical-Small Group-Individual Tony J. Tyre 5703 Temple City Blvd. 626-285-7033 www.tyreinsuranceagency.com INTERNET SERVICES Spectrum Business 4781 Irwindale Ave Irwindale, CA 91706 T-626-430-3369 C-626-926-7805 [email protected] J JEWELRY Cal’s Jewelers TEMPLE CITY PRE-SCHOOLS Eddie Cebrowski 5824 Temple City Blvd. 626-286-7474 Embellished Charms Carol Burton, Owner/Designer 10406 Miloann Street 626-278-5460 [email protected] L LAMPS, LIGHTING, SHADES Modern Lighting Mike Kowalski 9030-40 Las Tunas Dr. 626-286-7462 LOANS AND MORTGAGE PrimeLending Priscilla Chen (Senior Loan Originator) 124 N. Glendora Ave #101 Glendora, CA 91741 626-625-2572 866-778-4536 (fax) [email protected]/pchen M MARTIAL ARTS S.K. Tae Kwon Do School 9569 Las Tunas Dr. 626-286-6500 [email protected] www.sktaekwondo.com TO HAVE YOUR BUSINESS LISTED, PHONE 626-286-3101 MEDICAL SERVICES American Medical Response San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership Alex Mendoza 5257 North Vincent Ave. Irwindale, CA 91706 626-633-4600 [email protected] 4900 Rivergrade Road Ste. B130 Irwindale, CA 91706 626-856-3400 626-856-5115 www.valleyconnect.com Dreamweaver Medical Associates TCHS Vocal Arts Boosters Dr. Francisco Rodriguez 330 West Las Tunas Dr. Ste. 1 San Gabriel, CA 91776 626-284-3300 [email protected] www.dreamweavermedicalassociates.com 9501 E. Lemon 626-548-5053 Health Care Partners NOTARY Franklin J. Ruedel, EA, Corp. 9810 Las Tunas Dr. 626-309-7600 Methodist Hospital 300 W. Huntington Dr. Arcadia 91006 626-445-4441 Arcadia MORTGAGE CO. California Consumer Lending Vivian Chan and Michael Ly 9124 Las Tunas Dr. 626-281-2030 vivian.chan@cclfinance.com michael.ly@cclfinance.com MORTUARY Pierce Brothers Turner & Stevens Eric B. DuBois 1136 E. Las Tunas Dr. San Gabriel, Ca. 91775 626-287-0595 MUSEUM San Gabriel Mission Fr. Bruce Wellems, CMF, Pastor 4285 Mission Dr. San Gabriel 91776 626-457-3035 www.sangabrielmission.org Temple City Historical Museum 5954 Kauffman Ave. 626-451-0833 Open 12-3 p.m. on 1st and 3rd Sundays each month N NEWSPAPERS & MAGAZINES Mid Valley News Clarke Moseley 11401 Valley Blvd. Ste. 200B El Monte 91731 626 443-1753 or 626-452-9566 [email protected] Temple City Life TC Chamber of Commerce Peter Choi 9050 Las Tunas Dr. 626-286-3101 [email protected] www.templecitychamber.org NONPROFIT American Cancer Society Relay for Life 50 N. Hill Ave. Ste 200 Pasadena, CA 91106 Lauren Worsley Asian Youth Center (AYC) 100 West Clary Ave. San Gabriel, CA 91776 Kevin Lian 626-309-0622 626-309-0717 - Fax [email protected] www.asianyouthcenter.org Blue Star Program Sharon Johnson 626-285-5852 CHOICESS 348 East Foothill Blvd. Arcadia 91006 626-359-3300 Joe Donofrio www.choicess.com [email protected] Friends of the TC Library Manuir Bhatti 626-285-2137 [email protected] Historical Society of TC and Museum 5954 Kauffman Ave. 626-451-0833 Managed Career Solutions, Inc. Frank Chong 2550 West Main St. Alhambra 91801 626-284-9715 San Gabriel Japanese Community & Cultural Center 5019 Encinita 626-286-9850 TC Schools Foundation Nadine Wittry 9700 Las Tunas Dr. 626-548-5000 Franklin J. Ruedel 626-286-9662 Fax 626-285-2107 [email protected] O OPTOMETRY Bright iCare Optometry 5810 Temple City Blvd. Lin Chiao 626-287-9725 626-287-9727 – Fax [email protected] TC Square Optometry Paulina Han, O.D. 5803 N. Rosemead Blvd. 626-287-8505 Derek Tong, O.D. Center for Vision Development Optometry 2700 E. Foothill Blvd. Ste. 207 Pasadena 91107 626-578-9685 www.tongvision.com P PEST CONTROL So Cal Termite Solutions Glenn Dugger State License PR5524 626-221-2391 [email protected] PET BOARDING Heavenly Pet Resort, Inc. Gloria Landaverde 5011 Encinita 626-285-4441 www.heavenlypetresort.com PET CARE Heavenly Pet Resort, Inc. Gloria Landaverde 5011 Encinita 626-285-4441 www.heavenlypetresort.com [email protected] San Gabriel Valley Humane Society Pat Brayer 851 East Grand Ave. San Gabriel 91776 626-286-1159 Fax: 626-286-3165 [email protected] TC Animal Hospital Bruce Carlson, DVM Carol Johannsen-Crittenden, DVM Neil Bodie, DVM Sheeba Thomas, DVM Lisa Nguyen,DVM 5406 Rosemead Blvd. San Gabriel 91775 626-287-1173 PHOTOGRAPHY GP Wedding & Photo Studio Herbert Chan 9636 Las Tunas Dr. 626-284-8961 PHYSICIANS Dreamweaver Medical Associates Dr. Francisco Rodriguez 330 West Las Tunas Dr. Ste. 1 San Gabriel, CA 91776 626-286-3300 [email protected] www.dreamweavermedicalassociates.com Health Care Partners 9810 Las Tunas Dr. 626-309-7600 PLUMBING Agosta Plumbing & Heating 5929 Oak Ave. 626-286-9500 Gorham Plumbing 5812 Temple City Blvd. 417 John Gorham 626-625-5205 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CALAC Investments Susan Lew (858) 565-8333 Unless otherwise indicated, all business directory addresses are for: Temple City, CA 91780 [email protected] www.templecitychamber.com July • 2015 • Temple City Life 19 TEMPLE CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUYER’S GUIDE Temple City schools make the grade The Temple City Unified School District is honored to announce that all traditional schools in the District have received 2014 California Business for Education Excellence (CBEE) Honor Roll Star School awards. Cloverly Elementary School, Emperor Elementary School, La Rosa Elementary School, Longden Elementary School, Oak Avenue Intermediate School, and Temple City High School are six out of 1,851 California public schools that received this prestigious distinction. Emperor Elementary School and Oak Avenue Intermediate School also re- ceived a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Honor Roll Award. Emperor and Oak focus on subjects to help student gain the skills required to succeed in today’s challenging world, including the ability to think critically, solve complex problems, and drive advancements in science and technology. “TCUSD students and staff affirm that great successes are taking place in our District,” said Superintendent Kathy Perini. This is a testament to everyone’s hard work and relentless focus on student achievement and narrowing the achievement gap. TCUSD is committed to 21st century academic excellence for all students.” Schools are recognized by the business community for consistent high student academic achievement and a significant reduction in achievement gaps among student populations. Using data, CBEE identifies and honors the highest performing public schools in California. These schools are being recognized not only for their achievements but so other schools can learn the successful strategies or best practices of these Honor Roll schools. Temple City Unified School District serves students in transitional kindergarten through high school graduation. For more information about TCUSD, phone 626-548-5120. George M. Arnerich Jackson Wong Phoenix Kitchen 626-287-7025 626-222-6201 Broker Assoc./Listing Advisor 1225 South Baldwin Ave. Arcadia, CA 91007 Cell/Text: 626-823-1032 [email protected] www.templecitylistings.com 9225 Las Tunas Drive 626-285-0988 www.phoenixfoodboutique.com Schools earn Honor Roll status Planet Preschool Judy Huie Mena 4977 Santa Anita Ave. 626-279-5482 [email protected] S & S Associates 310-479-7669 Public Services City of Temple City 9701 Las Tunas Dr. 626-285-2171 www.ci.temple-city.ca.us Los Angeles County Library Jing Li 5939 Golden West 626-285-2136 www.colapublib.org TC Chamber of Commerce 9050 Las Tunas Dr. 626-286-3101 [email protected] www.templecitychamber.org U.S. Post Office 5940 Oak Ave. (800) 275-8777 www.usps.com Keller Williams Realty Helen Chen Marston 317 East Foothill Blvd. 205 Arcadia 91006 Cell – 626-353-9665 Office – 626-386-7888 [email protected] www.helensrealestate.com The Olson Company Linden Walk Peter Shelton & Lucie Nguyen, Home Advisors 9250 Lower Azusa Road (Linden Walk location) 3010 Old Ranch Parkway Suite 100 (Business location) Seal Beach, CA 90740 Tel: 562-370-9504 Cell: 562-279-3061 [email protected] Rita Padilla R REAL ESTATE American Heritage, Realtors Cecelia Rudar, Broker and George Rudar, REALTORS® 626-445-3000 (Direct) [email protected] www.cylrudar.com Arcadia Association of Realtors Andrew Cooper 601 S. First Ave. Arcadia 91006 626-446-2115 Bodkin Co. Realty Bob Bodkin 5912 Encinita 626-285-9991 Brokerln Trust Real Estate Melanie McShane [email protected] 626-461-7066 Coldwell Banker Dynasty Michelle Lau 9228 Las Tunas Dr, Temple City, CA 91780 Cell 626-386-8323 Linda Jo Pyle, Broker Century 21 Ludecke, Inc. 20 E. Foothill Blvd. #105 Arcadia, CA 91006 WWW.LindaJoPyle.Com Lindajo2u@gmail (626) 688-4767 Grandmark Realty, Inc. Herman Wong Realtor Associate 5401 Baldwin Ave. 626-292-7007 www.grandmarkrealty.net [email protected] Contact the Chamber 626-286-3101 [email protected] www.templecitychamber.com Realtor Associate Dilbeck Real Estate 8 E. Foothill Blvd. Arcadia 91006 626-462-2460 Rudy Lira Kusuma-RE/MAX Titanium 8932 Mission Dr Ste 102 Rosemead, CA 91770 626-789-0159 [email protected] http://www.teamnuvision.net/ RESTAURANTS Café Roule Eileen Li 9153 Las Tunas Dr. 626-872-1188 Chuan’s Chinese Restaurant 5807 Rosemead Blvd. 626-677-6667 Clearman’s Galley Drew Hopkins 7215 N. Rosemead Blvd. San Gabriel 91775 626-286-9402 Clearman’s North Woods Inn 7247 N. Rosemead Blvd. San Gabriel 91775 626-286-8284 El Ruizenor Grill Norma Perez Vincent Ruiz 5818 Temple City Blvd. 626-286-8763 [email protected] Guppy House David Li 5743 Rosemead Blvd. 626-285-0288 [email protected] The Hat Dave Smith 5505 Rosemead Blvd. 626-292-1000 Rose Donuts/Sandwiches/ Yogurt Charles Yip 6276 N. Rosemead Blvd. 626-287-1488 Starbucks 5705 N. Rosemead Blvd. 626-614-8004 The Tea Station 9578 Las Tunas Dr. 626-291-5688 UR Space 9619 Las Tunas Drive Michael Shih 626-237-0133 [email protected] RETAIL Aqua Vape 9678 Las Tunas Dr, Temple City, CA 91780 (626) 291-2547 http://www.aquavape.net/ Cal’s Jewelers Eddie Cebrowski 5824 Temple City Blvd. 626-286-7474 Min W. Fine Art & School Min Wang 9908 Las Tunas Dr. Unit A 626-642-5783 [email protected] Modern Lighting Mike Kowalski 9034 Las Tunas Dr. 626-286-7462 Office Depot 5533 Rosemead Blvd. Temple City, CA 91780 626-309-7594 www.officedepot.com ROOFING B & G Roofing Junior Guy 4930 Arden Drive 626-679-1284 TRS Roofing The Roofing Specialist Louie Rios and Amanda Sanchez 5812 Temple City Blvd., Ste. 304 626-444-7555 626-810-0102 trsroofi[email protected] S SECURITY SERVICES San Marino Security Phil Raacke 2405 Huntington Dr. San Marino 91108 626-285-7778 SECURITY GUARD SERVICE City Security Company, Inc. Robert Rysdon 430 South Garfield Ave., Ste. 401 Alhambra, CA 91801 TEL: 626-458-2325 FAX: 626-458-2328 [email protected] SPORTS TC Amateur Softball Association Margaret Healy P.O. Box 931 909-720-3841 Golden State Water Company 110 E. Live Oak Arcadia 91006 626-446-5176 The Gas Company JAL Tennis 800-427-2200 www.socalgas.com Joselito Lasin P.O. Box 556 626-789-6453 Southern California Edison 800-655-4555 www.edison.com Play Smarter Basketball Classes Sunnyslope Water Company Richard Marquis 626-482-8267 [email protected] www.playsmarterclasses.com 1040 El Campo Dr. Pasadena 91007 626-287-5238 T TAX PREPARATION LA First Tax & Financial Services Natalie Lee, EA 9067 Las Tunas Dr. 626-285-1221 [email protected] www.la1sttax.com Quality Bookkeeping Services Kathleen Chambers, EA 9633 Las Tunas Dr. 626-285-1281 [email protected] Rex Dondlinger & Assoc. 5819 Temple City Blvd. 626-287-0903 Franklin J. Ruedel, EA, Corp. Franklin J. Ruedel Voice 626-286-9662 Fax 626-285-2107 [email protected] V Veterinarian Services TC Animal Hospital Bruce Carlson, DVM Carol Johannsen-Crittenden, DVM Neil Bodie, DVM Sheeba Thomas, DVM Lisa Nguyen,DVM 5406 Rosemead Blvd. San Gabriel 91775 626-287-1173 VIDEO & DIGITAL IMAGING Myra D. Lopez Business Consultant 1012 W. Beverly Blvd. Ste. 876 Montebello 90640 323-869-8867 W WEDDING GP Wedding & Photo Studio Herbert Chan 9636 Las Tunas Dr. 626-284-8961 [email protected] The Tyre Agency, Inc. Steven S. Tyre, CPA Tony J. Tyre, Attorney at Law 5703 Temple City Blvd. 626-285-7033 626-309-9753 fax TERMITE CONTROL So Cal Termite Solutions Glenn Dugger State License PR5524 626-221-2391 [email protected] TUTOR Medtor, Inc. 1055 E. Colorado Blvd. Suite 500 Pasadena, CA 91106 626-240-4689 [email protected] U UTILITIES Athens Services Dennis Chiappetta P.O. Box 60009 City of Industry 91716 626-336-3636 www.AthensServices.Com California American Water 8657 Grand Ave. Rosemead 91770 888-237-1333 Learn how being a chamber member can benefit your business. Contact the business experts 626-286-3101 20 TEMPLE CITY LIFE • JULY • 2015 www.templecitychamber.com [email protected] Two pairs of Temple City sisters wow America’s Got Talent Four Temple City students – two pairs of sisters – are members of the Los Angeles Children’s Orchestra that appeared during the June 9 episode of NBC’s competition program, America’s Got Talent. They are Isabella Realzola, who just finished second grade at Longden, and her sister Victoria Realzola, who recently graduated from sixth grade at Cloverly and sisters Ashley Mok (finished seventh grade at Oak) and Kristen Mok (graduated sixth grade at Cloverly). Led by Director Susan Pascale, the orchestra brought the crowd to their feet while receiving four “Yeses” and advanc- ing to the second round. Judge Howard Stern said, “It warms my heart when this generation starts to learn the music of the Beatles, so important, so influential.” “Kids, you should be very proud of yourselves!” said judge Heidi Klum following the bravura performance of the Beatles’ Eleanor Rigby by the Los Angeles Children’s Orchestra during the June 9 episode of NBC’s competition program “America’s Got Talent.” Isabella is no stranger to public appearances, having been selected as a Camellia Festival Princess in 2014. Lad Family Dentistry Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Chiman Lad, D.D.S. & Sunjay Lad, D.D.S. Providing gentle dental care for children and adults We now offer Dental Implants and Sedation Dentistry while you sleep. Visit our newly-remodeled state-of-the-art office Emergencies & New Patients Welcome (626) 287-4094 www.drlad.com 5813 TEMPLE CITY BLVD. • TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 Sunjay Lad, D.D.S. Chiman Lad, D.D.S. PHOTO BY JUDY NG The Los Angeles Children’s Orchestra rehearses onstage before their performance Play Smarter Basketball CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 Smarter Program, the outstanding SGV Youth Program or the Impact League and Training Programs. Other very good programs include Coach Sid Cooke’s Renaissance Academy and the Brotherhood Youth Program in the Pasadena area. Two other local recommended programs in the Monterey Park/Alhambra area are the Monterey Park Sports Club and the very good program run by Coach Joe Kikuchi, Head Girls Varsity Coach at Mark Keppel High School. These are a few of our local area training programs, but there are many more programs that can help prepare and improve your child’s opportunity of playing at the next or higher school levels and perhaps beyond. For more information about the Play Smarter Basketball program, visit www.playsmarterclasses.com or phone Coach Richard Marquis at 626-482-8267.