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TH E F OOTHILLS COMMUNITY NEW S PA P E R
MAY 1, 2014
Council Votes to
Open Self-Defense
Courses for All
By Ted AYALA
Following a letter directed
to Glendale accusing the city
of gender discrimination, the
council voted in favor of opening
up a series of self-defense courses
provided by the city to both men
and women. Previously, the
courses had been women-only.
Council’s decision was a
reluctant one, though, with
Councilmember Frank Quintero
calling the allegations of
discrimination to be “a joke.”
The classes, which have been
offered since 2008, have seen on
average an enrollment of about
160 women a year.
Tereza Aleksanian, executive
analyst of the city’s Dept. of
Community Services and Parks,
delivered a report on the courses,
which are provided by the
Commission on the Status of
Women.
The courses, she explained, are
one way to teach about sexual
violence and to help women gain
skills that could defend them in
the case of an assault.
“The goals of the classes are to
provide training and information
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Come Get a ‘Taste,’ Plus So Much More
By Brandon HENSLEY
T
he foothills is preparing
for some good eatin’ this
weekend, not to mention
fun and games for kids of all
ages, because on Sunday the
community is invited to come on
down to the Montrose Shopping
Park for the annual events Taste
of Montrose, Kids ‘n’ Kritters and
Wags ‘n’ Whiskers.
Taste of Montrose will go from
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For $20 a ticket,
it will give patrons a chance to
sample food from many local
eateries, those in the shopping
park as well as those from all
over the community, which will
have booths lined along Ocean
View Boulevard.
Proceeds from the event will
go toward Crescenta Valley High
School’s Prom Plus organization,
which holds an after-prom event
every year at the CrescentaCañada YMCA from midnight to
5 a.m.
“Taste of Montrose is a lot of
fun and a good opportunity for
the [community] to get to know
the restaurants in the area,” said
Dylan Sylvester, Prom Plus Club
(PPC) president from Crescenta
Valley High school.
File photo
LEFT: Previous Prom Plus Club members Aimee Yeghiayan and Steven Beck with Armond from 7 Stop Pizza.
RIGHT: All things pets will be celebrated as part of Wags ‘n’ Whiskers and Kids ‘n’ Kritters on Sunday.
This is Sylvester’s second term
as president of the youth arm of
the Prom Plus organization.
“As president ... it’s a lot of
responsibility and it’s hard at
times, but it is so much fun and
so worth it,” he added.
PPC will have 25 to 30
volunteers from CVHS to help
with the Taste of Montrose event.
Tickets can be purchased from
several local businesses including
CV Weekly, Merle Norman
Cosmetics, CV High School,
CV Chamber of Commerce,
Montrose Verdugo Chamber of
Commerce and the UPS Stores
in La Crescenta, Montrose and
Glendale, as well as online at
glendalearts.org and on the day
of the event at the Prom Plus
booth at Ocean View Boulevard
and Honolulu Avenue.
Those looking for something
other than food can head on over
to Wags ‘n’ Whiskers and Kids
‘n’ Kritters, taking place in the
shopping park from 9 a.m. to
2 p.m.
It will be the 10th year of
see TOM on page 8
see GCC on page 6
Falcons – Students, Teachers and Employees
– Recognized at CVHS Award Assembly
By Joyce LEE and Mary
O’KEEFE
Photos by Mary O’Keefe
Vying for this year’s Falcon Award were (from left) Nari Shin, Joshua Jaeho Lee, David Lee, Joy McCreary,
Sarah Worden and Rosa Kwak. David Lee was chosen as this year’s recipient.
» NEWS
With only a month left until
graduation, the Crescenta Valley
High School senior class is nearing
the end of its high school memorymaking. These memories would
not be complete without the
traditional presentation of the
Falcon Award, CVHS’s sole schoolwide and student-run scholarship
program.
The
Falcon
Award
was
established in 2000 by Pat Rabe,
retired CVHS math teacher, and
the Falcon Award committee, a
group of students who determined
what epitomized a true Falcon.
Each year one senior who
displays the characteristics of
leadership, service, character, and
» SPORTS
Search and rescue
teams train for
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emergencies.
CV Cycling Team
Nabs Second in
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commitment is presented as the
winner with a monetary award
of $1500 at the annual Falcon
Award assembly in the spring. The
remaining contenders are given
scholarships of $300 and $150.
This year’s awardee was David
Lee.
Lee is an aspiring politician who
expresses his love of serving others
through his daily actions and
community involvement. He has
a GPA of 4.3 and solid leadership
skills that will aid him in his desire
to become a lawyer. He is president
of Youth and Government Verdugo
Hills, youth reporter at Korea
Daily and a youth reporter and
editor at Chamyang Magazine.
He is actively involved in debate
at NOVA 42, volunteers with the
see CVHS AWARDS on page 9
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FRIENDS
And The Winners
Are…
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May 1, 2014
Weather
Windy Days Have Made
in the
Foothills
Me … Hungry
from the desk of the publisher
INSIDE
The gusts of the last few
days have put me on edge.
I’m always listening for a tree
to topple over or some other
outdoor item to crash. Driving
down the street presents its
own hazards as I try and dodge
fallen branches and disrupted
trash cans. Added to this tension is the unseasonal heat – in
the 90s! – that, with the wind,
increases our fire danger.
Thankfully a reprieve has
been predicted (from the winds
at least) so we should be able to
rest a little easier tonight. Forecasters predict that by Sunday
the temperature should also
drop to the more manageable
80-degree range.
Which is perfect weather to
be outside for all the activities
in Montrose!
This Sunday from 9 a.m. to
2 p.m. is an outdoor extravaganza along Honolulu Avenue.
With the weekly Harvest
Market, the annual Wags-nWhiskers and Kids-n-Kritters
celebration, sponsored by the
Montrose Shopping Park, takes
place.
Kids-n-Kritters is a fun time
for children to learn about animals. Wild Wonders Exotic Petting Zoo will be on the avenue
and will present educational,
hands-on shows at 10:30 a.m.,
11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Kids
will not only learn interesting
information about some unusual animals, but will be able to
actually handle some of them!
Another animal-centric
event is the Wags-n-Whiskers
walk for the Glendale Humane
Society. Everyone is invited
to bring their (well-behaved)
pooch to Andersen’s Pet Shop food court on Ocean View Bouat 2218 Honolulu Ave. at 9 a.m. levard. Been meaning to stop
to register for the walk that be- by Gelsinger’s Amber Road
at 2016 Montrose Ave. (right
gins at 10 a.m.
The Glendale Humane Soci- around the corner from Rocky
ety is a refuge for dogs and cats Cola)? Ticketholders can presthat have been abandoned, are ent their wristband between
lost or whose owners can no lon- 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Sunday
ger take care of them. This year and learn about the fine foods
they are celebrating 90 years they offer.
Tickets are $20 and available
of bringing people and pets together. The Glendale Humane all over town (check out the ad
Society is a private non-profit on page 16) or just stop by the
501(c)(3) no-kill facility, which Prom Plus information booth
is an expensive undertaking. on Sunday. It’s at the beginning
The Wags-n-Whiskers walk is of the Taste of Montrose food
a great way to support the hu- court on Ocean View Boulevard
mane society while showing off and Honolulu Avenue.
See you there!
your best friend.
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All this outdoor activity will
I would be remiss not to menbring on an appetite and there’s
no better way to tackle it than tion how hefty this morning’s
to buy a ticket for the Taste of paper is. Inside you will find
this year’s Discover magaMontrose!
This is one of my most favor- zine. This 80-page guide tops
ite events of the year. Hosted by last year’s 56 pages and has
Crescenta Valley High School information on just about evProm Plus (of which I’m presi- erything: schools, hospitals and
dent) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., chambers of commerce plus
the annual event showcases great places to dine, buy a car
some of the best dining spots or have a picnic.
Thank you to the CV Weekly
in town. As of Wednesday, 22
restaurants, bakeries and food staff that worked their tails off,
preparers have signed on to from the writers to the proofpresent their fare. Wondered readers to the ad reps to the
about the food at Thee Elbow deliverers – all made sure to
Room? You’ll be able to stop by put forth their best effort and
their place at 2418 Honolulu I think it shows!
Ave. (the former
site of Java Brew)
Robin Goldsworthy is the
and taste it on
Sunday. Curious
publisher of the Crescenta
about how Dream
Valley Weekly. She can be
Dinners works?
reached at
Sample their [email protected]
pes and ask questions of Lissa and
or (818) 248-2740.
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“The storm starts, when the drops start dropping
When the drops stop dropping then the storm starts stopping.”
~ Dr. Seuss
Well said, Dr. Seuss! He is definitely
able to make the complex simple and
also scientifically sound. Though he
may be perfect for minute-to-minute
weather observations, long-range predictions and forecasts are best left to
the scientists. No disrespect intended
for the father of The Cat in The Hat.
While the names of famous scientists
may elude us, never would that of Dr.
Seuss.
One only has to look back at our
weather’s recent rollercoaster ride to
appreciate the complexity of weather
science. Last Friday was cold with a
brief but heavy rainstorm leaving 0.10
of an inch. By the first of the week, the
temperatures, ushered by gusty Santa
Ana winds, were on the rise.
Ever wonder how the National
Weather Service meteorologists come
up with their forecasts and predictions?
There are many sources and, for those
who are interested, quite fascinating.
Intrigued by all things weather has led
me to the same places the real weather
people go – weather models. Forecasters, both scientists and amateurs, find
weather models indispensible in their
attempt to interpret the elusive behavior of Mother Nature.
We need some definition here. A
weather model is based on a compilation of complex mathematical equations
analyzed by state-of-the-art supercomputer technology. The entire process
is known as “numerical weather prediction.” The key elements of weather
observation used in these calculations
have not changed dramatically since
the 1800s. Included are temperature,
moisture, barometric pressure, wind
speed and direction at both the Earth’s
surface and also vertically through the
atmosphere. Over the years the methods to disseminate weather information
has drastically changed, both in terms
of reliability and advanced technology.
I wait until the very last possible
minute (usually mid-Wednesday afternoon, as the CV Weekly comes out on
Thursday mornings) to make my final
observations and weather prediction for
the upcoming week. More often than
not, my accuracy is surprisingly impressive. A fun self challenging activity,
to be sure! I do rely on several sources,
including the various weather models.
The top three are:
GFS (Global Forecast System) – A
forecast model run at NCEP. It is run
four times daily, with forecast output
out to 384 hours. Coverage area is
global-wide.
NAM (North American Meso) – A
model run four times per day, forecast
ability out to 84 hours. Covers primarily
North America.
ECMWF (European Center for Medium Range Weather Forecasting) –
London based model. Runs twice a day.
Coverage area includes North America
and Europe.
Meteorologists have their favorites
ranging from the small university
based to one run by the U.S. Navy out
of Monterey, California. Of the well
known, the ECMWF is favored in accuracy and is considered the worldwide
gold standard. It seems the U.S. has
some major catching up to do to Canadian and European models. The problem is inadequate computer power. The
fault is a political one; our scientists are
first rate!
*With respect to scientists in the field
of meteorology, the above information
was summarized by an amateur weather watcher.
Now, the Seuss model for the weather: “The wind gets windier and the hot
gets hotter” through Thursday. By the
weekend and into next week, a significant change is expected. Cool temperatures accompany fog and low clouds
over much of California. By Monday/
Tuesday a light rain may fall over the
Crescenta Valley. The time for April
showers has passed.
Enjoy the May flowers and perhaps
a late spring shower.
Sue Kilpatrick is a Crescenta
Valley resident and Official
Skywarn Spotter for the National
Weather Service. Reach her at
[email protected].
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By Jason KUROSU
T
he Angeles Crest Highway is both 66 miles
of scenic road cutting through the Angeles
National Forest and the training grounds
for several local emergency response personnel,
as illustrated by the Los Angeles County Fire
Department’s “Over the Side” Rescue Drill. Over
three days this past weekend, multiple agencies
took part in a safety drill which addressed an all
too common problem with Angeles Crest’s winding
roads and steep ridges: motorists going over the
side of the mountain.
Among the participating agencies were the
Fire Department’s Urban Search and Rescue, the
U.S. Forest Service, Montrose Search and Rescue
and Altadena Search and Rescue teams and LA
Sheriffs.
Three volunteers served as victims down below
mile marker 30.16 on the highway, lowered by
helicopter into the brush to be “rescued” later
by the coordinated efforts of over 50 emergency
personnel. With the help of choppers, gurneys and
dogs, the “victims” were found and extracted.
L.A. County Sheriff ’s Air Rescue 5 helicopter
and L.A. County Fire’s 412 helicopter took two
groups of volunteer victims down into the forest
that morning, providing the agencies involved
with multiple opportunities to perform simulated
collaborative rescues.
The two helicopter units lowered victims, rescue
workers and canines down, later pulling them out
of the forest via cable. Search and rescue teams
retrieved other victims from the wilderness below
using the winches from their trucks, the victims
held stable in victim rescue baskets. Highly
trained canines with GPS collars helped sniff out
the locations of victims shrouded by plant life.
Los Angeles County Battalion Chief Ron Larriva
gathered the personnel to go over the plan for the
day’s drills and also emphasized the collaboration
necessary for successful rescues.
As the various groups involved stood before
Larriva, he told them “By the end of the day,
I don’t want to see what I see right now.”
The different groups were standing in easily
discernible groupings around Larriva, a veritable
pie chart by uniform color, yellow for Firefighters,
red for search and rescue, etc.
“Everyone’s going to be working together,” said
Larriva.
IN Brief
CVCA Hosting Candidates Forum
The Crescenta Valley Community Assn. is holding
a Glendale City Council candidates forum tonight,
Thursday, May 1 starting at 7 p.m. at the La Crescenta
Library.
A special election to fill the last 10 months of Rafi
Manoukian’s Glendale City Council term has been
added to the June Primary ballot. Councilmember
Manoukian was elected as city treasurer in 2013 and
Frank Quintero was appointed to fill the slot until an
election. Those who have recently moved are reminded
to re-register; everyone eligible to vote in the election
needs to learn about the candidates and issues, and vote
on June 3.
Submit questions to [email protected] or come
to the forum and submit it from the audience.
For more information on CVCA and to participate in
discussion of local land use issues, like us on Facebook
and/or join the CVCommunityAssoc on Yahoo Groups.
For more information on the special election see the city
clerk’s website www.glendaleca.gov/government/cityclerk/glendalevotes-org.
La Crescenta Library, 2809 Foothill Blvd., La
Crescenta
Community Advisory Committee will take place on
Saturday, May 3 at 8 a.m. on the campus of Hoover High
School, 651 Glenwood Road in Glendale.
Foothill SELPA is comprised of special education
students and their families from Burbank, Glendale and
La Cañada unified school districts.
This year’s event is titled “Navigating the Seas of
Change.” There will be a wide range of topics covered,
including autism, behavior management and transition
to the world of work. A special focus of this year’s
conference will be on developing parents’ skills and
knowledge.
There will also be an Exhibitor Fair with many local
agencies and resources represented. All parents and
teachers are encouraged to attend, especially those
involved in special education.
For information and registration, visit www.
foothillselpa.org and click on “What’s New.” Call the
Foothill SELPA office with questions at (818) 246-5378.
CVWD Board Meeting Change
The scheduled meeting for the board of directors of the
Crescenta Valley Water District for Tuesday, May 6 has
been changed to Monday, May 5.
Meetings are held at the CVWD administrative office
at 2700 Foothill Blvd., La Crescenta at 7 p.m. The public
Annual SELPA Conference Planned
The 8th Special Education Conference sponsored by is encouraged to attend.
the Foothill Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA),
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Gatto Speaks to YWCA on
Campus Assault Bill
By Brandon HENSLEY
Calling it a step in the right
direction to protect students’
rights, state assemblyman Mike
Gatto spoke at the YWCA of
Glendale last week in support
of a bill that would require
college campus law enforcement
to report specific crimes,
including sexual assault, to the
appropriate police and sheriff ’s
department.
Gatto’s speech was part
of a forum presented by the
YWCA and the YWCA student
club at Glendale Community
College. He also took questions
afterward.
Bill AB1433 was introduced
in Sacramento in January and
passed the Assembly Public
Safety Committee on April 22,
calls for any Part 1 violent crime
(willful homicide, forcible rape,
robbery and aggravated assault)
to be reported. Gatto’s main
points for the bill, though, were
mostly about sexual assault.
“If someone has the courage
to come forward, we should
investigate these crimes and do
everything we can to find the
perpetrator, to take him or her
out of the campus community,”
he said.
The victim would also have
the right to request that such
a report not be passed along
to that local law enforcement
agency.
Gatto said the impetus for
AB1433 came from wanting a
better law in place than the Clery
Act, which currently requires
all state campuses to report
crimes once a year. Gatto said
schools can underreport these
crimes, and recently several
media outlets have named USC
and Occidental College as two
institutions that have done so.
Gatto said this bill would
force campuses to disclose all
crimes, therefore providing more
accurate statistics, and would
give parents or students a better
look of campus life before they
attend classes.
“I think to solve … some of the
issues that plague our college
campuses, it’s going to take a
lot of things,” he said. “It’s going
to take attitude adjustments,
it’s going to take educational
adjustments,
cultural
adjustments.”
Not every school in California
has a sworn police force, but
Glendale Community College
does.
Instead
of
having
campus security, GCC has a
memorandum of understand
ing (MOU) with the Glendale
Police Dept., including Lt. Gary
Monticello, who has an office
on campus. This should be the
standard for all schools in the
name of safety and accurate
statistics, Gatto said,
“The key is to involve law
enforcement because I think
they’re in a better position to
solve these problems,” he said.
Gatto would like to see the bill
go into law by September. Bills
take effect a year after they’re
signed, but this one has an
urgency clause in it, meaning if
it gets two-thirds approval on
the Senate floor, it can be sent
immediately to the governor for
him to sign into law.
Normally, Gatto said, he is
not for more regulations, but,
“It’s really key to set a higher
standard of liability.”
Prayer Breakfast on Tuesday
By Mary O’KEEFE
Tickets are still available for
the Crescenta Valley Prayer
Breakfast that is being held
on Tuesday morning at First
Baptist Church – La Crescenta.
Rodger Kamstra will be the
main speaker at the breakfast.
Kamstra has worked as a youth
pastor as well as with numerous
inner city and international
outreach programs. Kamstra
studied at Fuller Theological
Seminary and is currently the
associate pastor for Church for
the Nations in Glendale.
The goal of the CV Prayer
Breakfast is to bring all
denominations together in
prayer with a focus on youth
of the community, said Harry
Leon, CV Town Council member.
Each year the breakfast is
held at a different neighborhood
church. It is from 7 a.m. to 8:30
a.m. Admission is $10 for adults
and kids are free. Tickets can be
purchased at the door.
For tickets or information,
email Mariam Gabra at
[email protected] or call
(818) 515-5545. La Crescenta
First Baptist Church is located
at 4441 La Crescenta Ave. in La
Crescenta.
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meet Elvis and become Elvis’s personal Kung-fu
instructor. Ed set up a meeting between the
two. Ed said that Elvis was crazy about the
martial arts and also anyone who had the same
birthday as he, so hooking him up to be Elvis’s
teacher would be a shoe in. Sadly, Elvis passed
away just a week before the meeting. However,
Alan was determined to move to California one
day and teach here.
Sifu Alan Lamb
Wing Chun Kung-Fu and
Chi Gung Energy Healing
Do you have what it takes to take charge of your
life? Are you disciplined enough for a 7 am early
morning class? Would you like to be able to
effectively protect yourself and your loved ones?
Then Wing Chun Kung-Fu is for you.
Sifu (Master Teacher) Alan Lamb is one of the
world’s leading authorities on Wing Chun KungFu. Alan first visited Pasadena in 1976 from
New York where he met the famed Ed Parker in
Pasadena. Ed was Elvis Presley’s karate teacher
and since Alan’s birthday was on January the
8th, the same date as Elvis’s, Ed wanted Alan to
Now, Alan has begun early morning classes in La
Canada for Wing Chun, the art that he so dearly
loves. Other notable people who have studied
Wing Chun include Robert Downey Jr. who has
showcased it in the Sherlock Holmes movies,
and Bruce Lee, who was an avid believer in
Wing Chun. Bruce studied the art in Hong Kong
under the late grand master Yip Man (See the
movie Ip Man for more information on the art).
In 1974 Sifu Lamb was the western world’s first
non-Asian master to be certified to teach Wing
Chun and has been teaching it for 40 years. He
has taught a wide variety of students in Europe,
South America and the U.S. His diverse group
of students has included British SAS members,
Colombian security forces and native peoples
living in the Andes, to police officers in New York
and California.
Wing Chun also incorporates Chi Gung and
Energy Healing. Energy Healing involves
utilizing the body’s life force to remove physical,
emotional and spiritual blockages to accelerate
the healing process. Wing Chun is different to
other martial arts because it was entirely developed by women (Buddhist nuns in 18th century
China). People can learn to protect themselves
with Wing Chun by feeling an attacker’s energy
and then responding to it. To prove this point,
Alan taught blind students at the prestigious
Royal National Institute for the Blind in London.
Wing Chun’s principles allow a smaller, weaker
and even a blind person to protect themselves
against a larger stronger opponent. Wing Chun
relies on simultaneous attack and defense,
making it highly effective for people of all ages.
You can learn Wing Chun in your forties, fifties
and beyond. Lamb’s students include doctors,
lawyers, artists, musicians, producers and
directors, as well as the average mom or dad
who is interested in protecting themselves or
their families.
Wing Chun is truly a thinking person’s form of
martial art. It’s easy to learn and it works. Alan
teaches group classes at 7 am--what the Chinese
call the hour of the living breath. He is also
available for private sessions in your office or
home. His techniques and motivation will set
the tone for the rest of the day. Modern life is
extremely stressful and Wing Chun training also
provides tools that can help you cope.
Please contact Sifu Alan Lamb at
818-841-4430 for more information
and location of classes.
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GPD Asking for Public’s Help in Shoplifting Case
By Mary O’KEEFE
The Glendale Police Dept. is
asking for the public’s help in finding
suspects relating to four shoplifting
cases at Vons grocery store at 2039
Verdugo Blvd. in Montrose.
In the incidents occurring between
March 26 and April 15 from 6:30
p.m. and 9:15 p.m., suspects entered
the store pretending to be grocery
shoppers. They gathered items,
placed them in reusable shopping
bags and exited the store without
attempting to pay. Over time they
have taken hundreds of dollars
worth of items.
In one incident, a female,
according to Tahnee Lightfoot,
GPD spokeswoman, joined the
male suspect. The male suspect is
described as 19 to 25 years old, 5’7”
to 6’9” tall, weighing between 150 to
170 pounds with blond hair and a
tattoo on his inner forearm.
The female suspect is described
as 19-to-25 years old, 5’5” tall,
weighing 130 to 145 pounds with a
possible star tattoo on the right side
of her chest.
Anyone
with
information
regarding the identities of the
suspects can call Detective Kelly
Kramer, Glendale Police Dept.
Burglary Unit, at (818) 548-2097 or
email [email protected].
The Burbank Police Dept. is also
investigating a shoplifting case
involving the female suspect.
Repeal Not Expected on
2015 Ballot
By Jason KUROSU
Though petitioners sought to
gain enough signatures to repeal
the Glendale Utility Users Tax,
the Los Angeles County Registrar/
County Clerk announced Monday
that no such ballot measure
would appear on the April 2015
ballot.
The California Tax Limitation
Committee circulated a petition
to vote on the potential repeal of
the users’ tax and accumulated
2,523 signatures towards the
cause. But only 1,994 signatures
were considered sufficient by the
Los Angeles County-Registrar/
County Clerk and the petition
fell short of the 2,192 signature
requirement. Signatures were
deemed insufficient for a number
of reasons, including because they
were duplicates or from people
living outside of Glendale.
The Glendale Utility Users Tax
comprises $27.6 of the city’s $170
million operating budget.
According to a press release
from
Glendale
Community
Outreach
Assistant
Tamar
Hadjimanoukian, “The lack
of UUT funds would have
immediately
placed
many
of Glendale’s services at risk.
Library systems, parks and
community centers, all recreation
and
community
services
programming and much of
the Community Development
Department would have been in
jeopardy.”
The Glendale Coalition for
Better Government also took
issue with the city’s usage of utility
taxes when they sued the city of
Glendale in February, claiming
that Glendale was illegally
transferring money received
from utility taxes, specifically the
electric works and waterworks
revenue funds. The lawsuit called
for the city to “return all monies
transferred to the general budget
fund in violation of the Charter to
the electric works revenue fund
and waterworks revenue fund,
respectively.”
Coalition member Ronald
Kedikian said that the focus of the
coalition, other than the lawsuit,
was to inform the public about the
upcoming election, getting people
involved and familiar with the
candidates.
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Parents and Students
Asked to be Alert
By Mary O’KEEFE
The
Glendale
police
are
investigating a report concerning a
“child annoying” suspect.
On Friday, April 18 at about 3:15
p.m. in the 3000 block of Montrose
Avenue, a 17-year-old girl from
Crescenta Valley High School was
approached by a man described
as white or Middle Eastern in his
30s with a buzzed-style haircut,
according to GPD spokeswoman
Tahnee Lightfoot.
The man allegedly called out to
the girl and said, “Hey, you! Come
here. Get in. Where are you going?”
The girl walked away and the man
drove off in an unknown direction.
The suspect did not make any
physical contact with the teenage
girl; however, it did concern her
enough to report it to her parents
and later to the GPD.
CVHS Principal Linda Junge
released a PhoneConnect call to
parents informing them of the
incident after School Resource
Officer Dep. Scott Shinagawa heard
similar stories from other students.
The initial report occurred within
the Glendale Police Dept.’s area
of Crescenta Valley; however, the
description of the suspect is similar
enough to the other reports the
school resource officer felt it could
be the same individual.
Junge reminded parents to have
local law enforcement’s direct
number programmed into their
student’s cellphone.
“A 911 call from a cellphone will go
directly to CHP (California Highway
Patrol),” Junge said. (A landline 911
call will go to the law enforcement
agency with jurisdiction but cellular
911 calls may go to CHP.)
Having the direct number to the
law enforcement agency will allow a
quicker response, she said.
There is no report of the suspect
using force to get the girl/girls
into his vehicle. Glendale police are
investigating and working closely
with CV sheriffs.
The man’s vehicle is described as
an older model, two-door Ford pickup truck.
Parents are reminded to
report any incident to local law
enforcement and, as always,
students should be aware of their
surroundings.
The direct number for the
Glendale Police Department is
(818) 548-4840. Crescenta Valley
Sheriff’s is (818) 248-3464.
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to the participants to help them
avoid a situation,” she said.
Based on Glendale Police
Department (GPD) statistics,
between 2011 and 2013, 88% of
sexual assault victims were female.
Classes are structured for girls and
women according to the instructors.
Because there are different skill sets
for men and women, Aleksanian
added that women-only classes
were designed so women would not
feel uncomfortable around men.
But the classes were put on
hiatus earlier this year when the
city received a letter on March
17 from the National Coalition
for Men (NCM) alleging that the
classes were discriminatory. The
letter asked that the city treat men
and women equally and to allow
members of both genders to apply
for classes.
The same group also sent similar
letters of complaint to the office of
California Atty. Gen. Kamala Harris
and to the Los Angeles City Council
decrying similar classes offered in
the San Fernando Valley.
Councilmember Laura Friedman
questioned Aleksanian as to
whether the classes provided any
real benefit for the investment.
“Do we have any data, not
anecdotal evidence, that this type
of class actually helps prevent
attacks?” she asked. “I’m sort of
surprised that staff didn’t look. This
is kind of the obvious question
here. We should know whether any
program we’re spending any money
on is going to work.”
Aleksanian said that the city had
not conducted any such studies,
nor did it research other studies
involving the subject.
Mayor Zareh Sinayan said that
whether studies prove the classes
are helpful or not, the matter
ultimately is “subjective.”
“But [women] do come out of
[the classes] feeling empowered,”
he said. “It is going to be a huge
[positive] psychological effect on
anybody that takes them.”
Lisa Raggio of the Glendale branch
of the YWCA gave her testimony in
favor of the classes as they currently
stand. She explained that she was a
two-year recipient of the classes, as
was her daughter.
“There is something compelling
about a class taught by a man that
it’s important to say ‘no,’ to draw
boundaries, and to continue this
image of being a self-empowered
girl,” she said.
One of the supporters for allowing
enrollment of the courses to both
genders was Councilmember Ara J.
Najarian, who said that men, while
constituting the minority in such
cases, are also victims of sexual
assault and domestic abuse.
CVHS Gets the Gold
By Mary O’KEEFE
Crescenta Valley High School
has been given a gold ranking
from the 2014 Best High Schools
US News report.
The magazine teamed up with
the D.C.-based organization
American Institutes for Research
to evaluate the schools across the
nation in three phases, according
to the US News report.
Two steps “looked at the
overall student performance on
state-mandated assessments as
well as how effectively schools
educated their black, Hispanic
and economically disadvantaged
students.
We
then
used
participation in and performance
on AP and IB exams to evaluate
how well schools prepared
students for college-level course
work,” according to the US News
website.
In all the national rankings
found, 500 high schools earned
gold medals, 1,519 earned silver
and 2,688 earned bronze.
Both CVHS and La Cañada
high schools received a gold
ranking and Clark Magnet and
Hoover high schools received a
silver ranking.
California fared well in the
report with about 22% of the
state eligible schools receiving
gold and silver medals. California
also distinguished itself with a
total of 105 gold medals, more
than any other state.
Making the Right (Chess) Moves
By Michael YEGHIAYAN
Although typically associated
with the world of affluence and
academia, chess is a game with
the humblest of origins. Its
complexities draw the most prolific
of minds to a single focal point,
serving as an equalizer in an unjust
world.
For Phiona Mutesi, however,
chess proved to be more than
a mere game. The teenaged
prodigy discovered the sport in
her home country of Uganda in
the midst of the most challenging
of circumstances. She was
impoverished, hungry, unable to
afford school and struggling to
break the vicious cycle of poverty
that affected many in the Ugandan
slum of Katwe.
The game eventually would
transform her life by providing
a way out of the slum, and the
inspirational young woman spoke
to students at Clark Magnet High
School on Monday as part of a tour
of the United States.
City Clerk Ardy Kassakhian
addressed the assembly of Clark
students, discussing the value to
be gained from understanding the
struggle and conquest of someone
like Mutesi and the chess culture
that exists within the city of
Glendale.
“Our special distinguished guests
today have traveled all the way to
the United States from Uganda,”
he said to the students. “They have
an amazing story to tell about
using sport and using their minds
to use their skills and education
to really lift themselves from their
conditions and onto the world
stage.”
Mayor Zareh Sinanyan also
presented Mutesi and her coach,
Robert Katende, with an official
proclamation from the city and
naming April 28 “Chess Day.”
“I think [Mutesi’s story] makes
[students] challenge themselves
more and see the hardship that
exists out there. It should make
them strive for greater things
in their own lives,” said Mayor
Sinanyan.
The city officials were joined by
Clark alumna Tatev Abrahamyan,
one of the youngest female
grandmasters and a Glendale
resident.
It was through an intervention
program by the Sports Outreach
Institute that Mutesi was first
introduced to chess. When her
talent was identified, she continued
to be mentored and developed for
international competition. Her skill
was immediately obvious, and she
began competing at high level chess
tournaments even before learning
how to read.
In recent years, Mutesi has
drawn the attention of the national
stage. In 2012, she was the subject
of “The Queen of Katwe,” a book
by Tim Crothers that chronicled
the details of her background and
eventual ascension in the world of
chess. Additionally, a film is being
developed by Disney to help further
spread her inspirational story.
Mutesi’s upbringing reflects
the reality of hardship that faces
most Ugandans in a country that
has suffered from ongoing civil
war, high rates of AIDS and HIV
infection, and nationwide poverty.
These factors have collectively left
Uganda with the youngest median
age of any country in the world,
listed at 15.0 years by the CIA
Factbook in a 2010 estimate.
Mutesi’s father died of AIDS
when she was 3 years old, forcing
her mother into the familiar
Ugandan circumstance of raising
her children alone.
Even in the face of such adversity,
a small gesture of instruction and
a meal on behalf of the Sports
Outreach Institute would prove
enough to irreversibly change
Mutesi’s life.
“Chess is a tool,” said organization
president Rodney Suddith. “We are
really happy that Phiona is a chess
champion, but the goal is to produce
opportunities for these kids.”
The program shares a goal with
a majority of other aid-based
organizations within Uganda, most
of which are looking to break the
vicious poverty cycle that keeps
families trapped in the slums.
For Katende, the spread of
knowledge and importance of
education can always produce
optimism
in
the
darkest
circumstance.
“I believe in the power of hope
and never giving up on life because
things can always be better,” said
Katende. “Whatever I know I
always pass on. It is something I
grew up with; I always have tried to
see what I can bring out in others.”
Since finding success, Mutesi
has used her growing fame
and inspirational story to bring
attention to the situation in her
home country. She hopes to seek
educational reform in Uganda
through the game of chess, using
it as a tool to produce opportunities
for other children facing poverty
and hunger.
Speaking to the students, Mutesi
advised those looking to improve
their chess game to always seek
out opponents stronger than
themselves – decidedly good advice
in chess and a personal philosophy
that should be embraced by anyone
who seeks more out of their own
circumstances.
The Village Talks Campus Safety
By Mary O’KEEFE
The Village will be holding its
second roundtable discussion on
Monday at 7 p.m. at St. Luke’s of
the Mountains Sadler Hall, 2563
Foothill Blvd.
The Village is an open forum
for people in the community that
want to discuss issues related
to raising children in this
community and hazards they
may face.
“We understand that these
hazards can be overwhelming to
face individually and we want
to ensure that every member
of our community receives the
support they need to raise their
children safely and successfully,”
according to Mariam Barnes, one
of the founders of The Village.
The roundtable discussion is
not designed as a forum but a
discussion where parents, and
kids, can ask direct questions and
receive direct answers.
This Monday the main topic
will cover college campus safety
and what college bound kids
should know as they embark on
their higher education journey.
Although this is the theme for
the evening, the discussion is
designed to be audience driven.
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Somber Reflection at Alex
By Ted AYALA
Over 1,000 people crowded
into Glendale’s Alex Theatre on
Thursday night to reflect on the
99th anniversary of the Metz
Yeghern – the “Great Crime.”
Nearly a century ago, the
Ottoman Empire began its
persecution of its Armenian
minority -- years of long
institutionalized massacre that
would come to be known as
the Armenian Genocide – the
first such incident of the 20th
century.
Dignitaries,
community
leaders, and artists – Armenians
and non-Armenians alike –
expressed solidarity with the
victims of the genocide, holding
out faith that the injustice
suffered will soon be righted.
Applause
greeted
Congressman Adam Schiff,
whom Glendale City Councilman
Ara Najarian, presiding as the
evening’s emcee, referred to as
a “fighter and leader” in the
struggle to obtain recognition for
the Armenian Genocide.
Schiff read aloud from an open
letter he wrote to the Turkish
people and its government,
which he has unsuccessfully
attempted to have printed in one
of Turkey’s major press outlets.
After reading, he closed his
remarks with the hope that
Turkey and the rest of the
world will finally recognize the
Armenian Genocide for what
it is.
“Let us hope in the days
[approaching] the centennial
of the genocide that Turkey
will answer with reflection,
repentance, restitution and with
the unequivocal expression of
remorse that accompanies so
large a crime,” he said. “Let
us hope and pray too that the
greatest nation on Earth – the
United States of America –
stands up to its moral legacy and
speaks plainly about genocide.
“Because so much time has
passed, we risk that the genocide
becomes an abstraction, and not
the horrific story of inhumanity
that it was.”
Assemblymember Mike Gatto
also took the mic to offer his
thoughts.
The legislator’s track record
has earned him wide praise
for his diligence in pursuing
the recognition of the Armenian
Genocide, not only at a local
level but across the state as well.
When
rallying
for
the
Armenian cause, Gatto said that
he chose not to use statistics
or a recounting of history to
persuade his fellow legislators
as to the rightness of his cause.
“I simply told the story of
the great-grandparents of two
of my staffers,” he said. “For
every rape, for every death, for
every corpse we see in those old
black-and-white pictures, there
is a real human involved, a real
family that suffered.”
The impression left on his
colleagues, he recalled, was
devastating.
“As I told these stories of
these families, real people
cast out into the desert, there
was an absolute silence,” he
recounted. “There were tears in
some of [my colleagues’] eyes.
When educating others [about
the genocide], it’s important to
personalize it.”
He also pointed to the recent
shelling by anti-Assad forces
of the Syrian town of Kasab,
an Armenian enclave situated
near the Turkish border, and
the volatile situation between
Armenia and Azerbaijan over
the Nagorno-Karabakh region
as a warning of the real perils
many Armenians still face.
Regarding the latter, Gatto
said that he is spearheading
legislation to have California
recognize
the
NagornoKarabakh Republic as a
sovereign state. A vote on the
bill, known as AJR 32, will be
coming up for a vote on the
legislature floor on May 5.
“I think it will pass,” he said to
loud cheers.
CampMed Program Provides
Information, Inspiration
By Michael YEGHIAYAN
The desire to pursue medical
school can be one of the most
difficult,
competitive,
and
financially prohibitive decisions
a student can make. Even the
most gifted can find themselves
struggling to succeed in the
brutal environment that faces
prospective medical students.
This tireless struggle is the
inspiration behind Focus on
Children
Now’s
CampMed
program. The three-day, two-night
camp is held annually in Griffith
Park to provide distinguished
students with an interest in the
medical field information, training
and financial support to ease the
burden of medical school.
The camp is held at no cost
to attendees by the organization
Focus on Children Now, a nonprofit organization primarily
focused on eradicating child
poverty worldwide. The second
annual program took place at
Griffith Park this year from April
4-6.
Participating students take part
in various workshops designed
to provide hands-on experience
and a glimpse into the realities
of the medical field. The lessons
include suturing, CPR training
and phlebotomy as well as team
building and leadership training.
Attending students are also
provided with information and
workshops to ease the college
application process. Counselors
answer
questions
about
schools, financial aid and class
requirements, and provide career
panel discussions with people in
the healthcare industry.
Reduced to simple terms,
the FCN CampMed program
represents a dedicated effort to
provide opportunity to those who
may be interested in the medical
field but face obstacles that may
put higher education out of reach.
“As opposed to generations of
the past, high school graduates
today are unable to obtain the
number of high-paying jobs that
were once available,” said FCN
President Karine Aboolian. “The
U.S. has been transformed from a
manufacturing-based economy to
an economy based on knowledge,
and the importance of a college
education today can be compared
to that of a high school education
40 years ago. It serves as the
gateway to better options and
more opportunity.”
The camp was inspired by a
similar program started by the
University of California, Irvine.
Several pre-medical students took
part in the program and took it
upon themselves to implement
a similar organization in Los
Angeles County in an effort to
expand interest and opportunity
in the medical field.
While last year’s camp partnered
with Birmingham High School,
this year the program added La
Crescenta’s Clark Magnet High
School. Students were chosen
based on an application that
is submitted to the CampMed
board that then works with a
school representative to select an
ideal candidate. Student goals,
application credentials and level
of interest are all considered in the
selection process.
The attendees are also put into a
position to enjoy continued success
after the camp’s conclusion with a
mentorship program that ensures
long-term success that will guide
interested students through the
application process.
“The last day of camp, the
students are paired with a
counselor,” explained Aboolian.
“The counselors make themselves
available via email or Facebook to
answer any question or [give] any
help the student needs with not
only succeeding while completing
high school but also with collegeapplications, acceptance and
college related questions.”
Funding for the program is
provided through a combination of
grant money, raffles and the sales
of pizza cards by FCN CampMed
directors and volunteers.
Bikes4Orphans, another local
non-profit organization that was
founded by local students, is
also a part of Focus on Children
Now’s
education
program.
Bikes4Orphans raised tens of
thousands of dollars to provide
transportation to in-need children
throughout Africa and Armenia.
For more information about
the CampMed program or Focus
on Children Now, visit www.
focusonchildrennow.org.
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involvement for Wags ‘n’ Whiskers,
sponsored by the Glendale Humane
Society. ‘Wags’ participants can bring their
dogs to the shopping park for contests
and parade them around for event-goers.
There will also be a walk to the event
starting from the top of Montrose Park.
Alyce Russell, executive director for
Glendale Humane Society, said her
experience with Wags ‘n’ Whiskers has
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“It’s good for people getting out with
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shopping park.
“We are involved with customers in
Montrose, customers in the pet store,
people who adopt from us with the
Glendale Humane Society … so yes, I’m
passionate about it,” she said.
The 11th annual Kids ‘n’ Kritters,
sponsored by the Montrose Shopping Park
Association, has activities for children and
families.
“Wild Wonders will be bringing exotic
animals for the kids to get up close and
personal with,” said Linda McMenamin,
events coordinator of the MSPA. “We’ve
got bounce houses, climbing walls, and
Eurobungy to keep the kids busy.”
She also added Little Artist Party will
offer hands-on crafting projects, and
there will be a face painter, balloon artist
and, of course, a petting zoo.
“Every event has its challenges, but
this one is fun to plan,” McMenamin said.
“It’s about kids and dogs – two things that
are very important to Montrose and the
surrounding communities. We always try
to find fun and inventive things to broaden
the kids’ horizons and open up people’s
eyes to the natural world around them.”
Armenian Orphan
Rug to be Displayed
at White House
On
Monday,
Rep.
Adam Schiff announced
that the White House
has agreed to exhibit
the “Armenian Orphan
Rug” in the near future,
likely this fall. The rug,
woven by orphans of
the Armenian Genocide
in 1920, was presented
to President Calvin
Coolidge in 1925 as a
symbol of gratitude
for American aid and
generosity
for
U.S.
assistance during the
genocide. The Armenian
Orphan Rug, which
measures 11’7” x 18’5”,
has over 4,000,000 handtied knots and took the
Armenian girls in the
Ghazir Orphanage of the
Near East Relief Society
10 months to weave.
President
Coolidge
noted that, “The rug has
a place of honor in the
White House where it
will be a daily symbol
of goodwill on earth.”
The rug – which has
been in storage at the
White House for decades
– was supposed to be
released for exhibition
in a Smithsonian event
for the launch of Hagop
Martin
Deranian’s
new book “President
Calvin Coolidge and
the Armenian Orphan
Rug.” Unfortunately, the
rug was unable to be
displayed at that time.
“Since first raising
this issue with the
Administration, I have
worked diligently with
the White House to find
a way for the Ghazir
rug to be sensitively and
appropriately displayed,”
said Rep. Schiff. “Today,
I’m pleased to be able
to say that planning
is underway for the
Armenian Orphan Rug
to be displayed as early
as this fall.”
Schiff and Rep. David
Valadao sent a letter,
along with 31 other
members, to President
Obama last year urging
the Administration to
allow exhibition of the
rug. In the letter they
stated: “The Armenian
Orphan Rug is a piece
of American history
and it belongs to the
American people. For
over a decade, Armenian
American organizations
have sought the public
display of the rug and
have requested the White
House and the State
Department grant their
request on numerous
occasions. Unfortunately,
Armenian
Americans
have yet to have their
requests granted. We
urge you to release this
American treasure for
exhibition.”
Details of the future
exhibition
will
be
released as they are
made available.
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Obituary
Sophia Irene
Stanners
Jan. 22, 1926 – April 25, 2014
Sophia Irene Stanners, 88, a
longtime resident of Tujunga,
passed away after a brief illness
on Friday, April 25. At her side
was her loving family. Sophie
was born in Los Angeles in Jan.
22, 1926.
Sophie attended Catholic
Girls High School and Glendale
College. She worked as a legal
secretary at the law firm of
Hanna and Morton, most closely
with James P. Lower LLP, for over
40 years. Before that she worked
at The Tam O’ Shanter and the
Chef’s Inn. She was a parishioner
at Our Lady of Lourdes for over
55 years.
Sophie’s love of bowling kept
her active. She also enjoyed her
dancing club with her husband,
the late Donald Stanners. They
met ice skating and also enjoyed
many a night at the Hollywood
Palladium.
She is survived by her seven
children: daughters Jeanne
(Keith) Petersen, Michelle (Alan)
Myers, Patricia (Geoffrey) Rue,
Margarett (Steve) Boyd, sons
Mark (Yvonne) Stanners , Timothy
Stanners and Paul (Lisa) Stanners;
11 grandchildren Christopher,
Patrick, Kurt, Colene, Stacey,
Paul, Adrienne, Natalie, Juliette,
Matthew and Rachel, as well as
two great grandchildren Faith
and Carson.
A funeral Mass will be at
Holy Angels Catholic Church,
370 Campus Dr. in Arcadia on
Saturday May 3 at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, please
donate in Sophia Stanners name
to either Holy Family High School,
400 E. Lomita, Glendale, CA
91205 or St. Francis High School,
200 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada, CA
91011.
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CVHS AWARDS from Cover
American Red Cross, is a
member of Junior State of
America, Future Business
Leaders of America, California
Scholarship Federation, and
National Honors Society. He
is deciding on attending either
Amherst College or UCLA,
and plans to major in political
science/legal studies. He said
that his dream of becoming a
lawyer started when he was 7
years old.
“I was put on a mock trial by
my aunt, a corporate lawyer, in
front of a jury that consisted
of my parents, grandparents
and cousins. I was put on trial
under the suspicion that I had
not really brushed my teeth the
night of our family reunion.
“A
seemingly
random
childhood memory actually
piqued my interest in the
judicial
system
and
my
consistent
involvement
in
debate has pushed me to use
my public speaking abilities
to pursue a career in law,” Lee
said.
He credited the responsibility
of being the president of Y&G
as demonstrating what it takes
to become a leader.
“It may sound cliché, but
what Ferris Bueller said in the
movie is true: ‘Life moves pretty
fast. If you don’t stop and look
around once in a while, you
could miss it,’” Lee said. “The
impending end of high school
is bittersweet. Without a doubt,
it is very scary and nervewracking, but I am ready and
eager to see what the future
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holds for me.”
The Falcon Award Committee
and the Selection Committee
are led by two CVHS math
teachers, Amy Besoli and
Whitney Katzer.
“In addition to having
outstanding
grades
and
[performing]
community
service, the finalists share a
common denominator, which
sets them apart from their
fellow students. Their passions
for the activities they are
committed to are reflected
through their eyes. They enjoy
helping people with a polite but
sincere attitude,” Besoli said.
Also vying for the Falcon
Award were Rosa Kwak, Jaeho
Lee, Joy McCreary, Nari Shin
and Sarah Worden.
On Wednesday, prior to the
Crescenta Valley High School
Falcon Awards presentation,
Small Change for Big Change
(SCBC) presented the Teacher
and Classified Employee of the
Year awards.
Teacher Win Saw and Marine
Sanosyan, the school’s registrar,
were each surprised with an
award and $500 as a way to
say thank you from staff and
students, past and present.
SCBC,
an
organization
composed of CVHS graduates,
began about four years ago.
Since its conception, members
have worked to show how much
they appreciate the school staff
and what being a Falcon has
meant to them.
“This is the third year for
the [Teacher of the Year]
award,” said June Bayha,
SCBC member. This year the
organization
included
the
classified, or non-teaching,
employees as part of their
awards presentation.
Saw knew he was one of
the seven finalists, but was
surprised when his name was
announced during an early
morning CVHS assembly.
“If you look at the panel [of
finalist teachers] … you have
some high caliber teachers. I
was just honored to be standing
with them,” Saw said.
Saw is celebrating his 20th
year as an educator, all spent at
CVHS. He said over the years
the students have remained
pretty much the same, but
are taking more Advanced
Placement classes.
“More students are pushing
toward higher academics,” Saw
said.
He teaches math, second year
calculus, and technology. He
opens his classroom to students
who need help during 10 a.m.
snack, lunch and after school.
Whether a student has taken
his class in the past, is a present
student or has never had him
as a teacher doesn’t matter –
his door is open for anyone who
needs help.
“I love working with these
kids,” Saw said. “They keep me
on my toes.”
This is the first year SCBC has
given an award to a classified
employee, so when Sanosyan
walked into the auditorium for
the morning assembly, she had
CRIME BLOTTER
April 28
520 block of Jensen Avenue in La
Cañada Flintridge, a golf cart was
stolen from a resident’s driveway.
The keys had been left in the ignition
between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m.
April 27
2200 block of Foothill Boulevard
in La Crescenta, a woman reported
setting her purse on a display
counter while shopping at a store
for about 10 minutes and when
she realized she had left her purse
she returned to find it gone. Store
employees made an announcement
over the intercom regarding the
missing purse.
Later an employee found the
purse and returned it to the store
manager; however, the wallet was
missing. The employee said she had
ended her shift and was shopping
when she noticed a woman had laid
the purse on a table near her. The
woman walked out of the store; the
employee returned the purse to the
manager. The incident occurred
between 4:30 p.m. and 4:50 p.m.
April 24
Foothill
Boulevard
and
Rosemont Avenue in La Crescenta,
a 25-year-old Los Angeles man was
cited for driving on a suspended
license at 2 a.m.
Correction
April 22
4900 block of Angeles Crest
Highway in La Cañada, a 34-yearold Van Nuys man was arrested on
suspicion of possession of a controlled
substance, concentrated cannabis,
and the driver in possession of
marijuana. The deputy conducted a
traffic stop on the vehicle because it
was traveling at a high rate of speed.
The smell of marijuana was coming
from the vehicle as the deputy
approached.
A
small
pharmaceutical
bag containing several green
containers with what appeared to
be marijuana was observed in the
vehicle’s glove compartment as
the driver opened it to retrieve his
registration information. After
an investigation, a container of
what appeared to be concentrated
cannabis and a bottle of liquid
marijuana was found in the vehicle
in addition to the containers that
were in the glove compartment.
He was arrested at 7:27 p.m.
Glenwood Avenue and Mary
Street in La Crescenta, a 33-yearold Sunland man was arrested for
assault with a deadly weapon after
deputies arrived at the location
concerning a spousal dispute. A
man was attempting to move out
of his home he had shared with
his wife; they are in the process
of getting a divorce. There was a
confrontation between the husband
and the suspect, a family member.
The husband became concerned
for his safety, went to his car and
called the sheriffs. While in his
vehicle, the suspect got into his
own car and aimed it toward the
husband’s vehicle, allegedly coming
extremely close to the husband’s
car. The suspect appeared to be in
the position to ram the husband’s
vehicle as the deputies arrived and
the suspect suddenly stopped his
car.
He was arrested at 1:15 p.m.
April 12
Raymond and Sanborn avenues
in La Crescenta, a 26-year-old
Albuquerque, New Mexico man
was arrested on suspicion of
possession of a controlled substance
appearing to be concentrated
cannabis. The man was sitting in
his vehicle parked on a dark street
when deputies approached. They
reportedly smelled a strong odor of
marijuana coming from the vehicle.
When questioned, the man allegedly
told officers he had some “weed”
in his car. After an investigation,
what appeared to be concentrated
cannabis was discovered in the
man’s vehicle at 12:10 a.m.
In the April 17 article, “Residents Look to STNC for Needed Change,” representative David Barron was
incorrectly identified as the rep for Region 1. He is the Region 3 rep. Pat Kramer is the newly elected Region 1 rep.
no idea she was about to be asked
onto the stage.
“I didn’t know [about the
award]. I was invited by our
principal [Linda Junge to
attend],” she said.
When she received the award
and the $500, she was pleasantly
surprised.
“This is huge. Oh my gosh, it is
very exciting,” she said.
Sanosyan is the person to go
to when students, and parents,
need transcripts, which is
especially important at the end
of the year when seniors need
that information for colleges.
“I deal with a lot of seniors,”
she said. When asked if the
students are nervous she replied,
“Oh yes, a lot are extremely
nervous. Some are very confused
about the college process, but it’s
all good. We make it happen for
them.”
Bayha said it was important to
the SCBC members to recognize
the teachers as well as the
classified staff.
“They are a huge part of
this school. It is important to
recognize them for their service
… to their school,” she said.
The organization was part of
the voting process along with the
school.
“This year we collaborated
with the school leadership. In
the past we did our own [voting
procedure],” Bayha said.
The entire staff and student
body were eligible to nominate
their favorite candidates and to
cast a vote.
To join or help support SCBC
visit
www.scvcnow.org
or
email [email protected] or call
(818) 275-1456.
To read about all the Falcon
Award finalists, go online at
www.cvweekly.com/NEWS.
Please Join Us in Celebrating the 21st Annual
“Employees of Tomorrow”
Luncheon & Award Ceremony
Wednesday, May 7th, 2014
11:30AM to 1:30PM
Brandview Ballroom
109 East Harvard St, Glendale CA 91205
We look forward to your continued support as
we work toward the advancement and development of
the future leaders of our community.
For tickets or sponsoring please email Tina Osborn
at [email protected]
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VIEWPOINTS
Treasures of the Valley
» Mike lawler
Touring Rockhaven Sanitarium
Sanitariums
for
lung
disease and mental problems
were once the defining
industry of the Crescenta
Valley. La Crescenta was
founded by a doctor who came
here to start a sanitarium,
and many others followed
him until, in the 1920s, there
were dozens of sanitariums.
But out of all those facilities,
there’s only one left intact
– Rockhaven Sanitarium,
founded in 1923 specifically
for women with mild mental
issues.
Abandoned since 2006, its
14 buildings sit on 3½ oakcovered acres on Honolulu
Avenue. For the last year, a
dedicated group of volunteers,
the Friends of Rockhaven,
have been offering tours of
the quiet rooms and dark
hallways. I’m one of their tour
guides, and I’ll give you a brief
description of our tours.
The tours start on a treeshaded patio, where guests
are treated to a short intro on
the history of Rockhaven and
the ugly treatment of women
mental
patients
before
Rockhaven was founded. After
a brief talk about the women
who created Rockhaven as
a dignified place run “by
women, for women,” it’s off to
the first building, the Acorn
Cottage. This charming little
cottage has been fixed up to
look as though a resident has
just left briefly for a stroll in
Rockhaven’s gardens. Clothes
hang in the closet, an ancient
make-up case is ready for use,
and a photo album from the
’30s is open on a table.
Next guests are led through
a labyrinth of buildings and
hidden gardens to The Oaks
(most buildings are named
for trees). This large Missionstyle dormitory is a cool and
quiet time capsule of another
era, with furniture and many
of the residents’ personal
items still in place. Beautiful
details like colorful vintage
tiled bathrooms abound. A
short walk takes us next to
the Little Hospital where
many residents spent their
last few months on earth.
After leaving the hospital,
we wander over to The Pines,
another large Mission-style
building. Outside we hear
about the many Hollywood
stars who were residents of
Rockhaven. Entering The
Pines, guests wander from
room to room, feeling the
quiet presence of so many
great women. I’m stationed
far ahead, down long halls,
in Marilyn Monroe’s mother’s
room. As tour-goers enter,
I relate to them Gladys
Baker’s madness, Marilyn’s
forgiveness of her, and
Gladys’ deeper insanity after
Marilyn’s death.
Once guests have trailed
out of The Pines, we make a
stop just outside The Willows
where I tell the many ghost
stories I’ve collected from
Rockhaven. From here I point
up to an overlooking second
story window, where several
years ago a photographer
snapped a photo of a ghostly
someone who parted the
curtains and looked down at
him. The tour then wraps up
in the dining hall where, after
exploring the huge old kitchen,
guests are given a small book
about the old sanitarium, and
a chance to exchange ideas
about Rockhaven’s future.
Guests then wander out
through winding oak-shaded
paths, snapping final photos.
Most stop at the garage,
where the beautiful outdoor
statuary and vases that once
graced the fabulous garden
are stored for safekeeping.
Thanks to the generosity
and trust of the City of
Glendale, which has owned the
facility since 2008, Rockhaven
is open for scheduled tours
for groups, such as clubs and
service organizations. For
instance, last Saturday the
Friends of Rockhaven docents
toured a local Girl Scout
troop, who got to learn about
the great women who created
Rockhaven in order to serve an
under-served segment of our
society – women with mental
disabilities.
Immediately
following the Girls Scouts was
a paranormal investigation
club from Glendale, who
were, I’m sure, hoping to spot
some of Rockhaven’s lingering
spirits.
If you are in an organization
that you think would be
interested in a tour, contact
the Friends of Rockhaven
to set up a time. If you’re an
individual wanting to tour,
join the Friends of Rockhaven
to participate in one of the
special Friends tours. The
Friends can be reached
at
FriendsOfRockhaven@
gmail.com, or visit them on
Facebook.
With the city planning
to develop the site, your
chance to view an untouched
Rockhaven Sanitarium is
slipping away fast.
i’ve been thinking...
» Sharon Ragavachary
I read an article in the
Los Angeles Times last
month about the amount
of food that’s being wasted
in the cafeterias of the Los
Angeles Unified School
District. It stated that the
students are throwing away
at least $100,000 worth of
food a day. The waste was
blamed on federal school
rules put in place in 2012
that require each student
to take three items on their
lunch tray, including one
fruit or vegetable, even if
they don’t want them.
It made me wonder
about the lunches served
at my children’s school,
Mountain
Avenue
Elementary. My kids have
complained for a couple
of years about the quality
of food in the cafeteria.
Neither of them gets lunch
from the cafeteria any
longer, choosing instead
to bring a lunch box from
home every day. This is
a big change from when
they were in kindergarten
and first grade, when they
happily purchased lunches
every day and ate most,
if not all, of what was on
their tray.
That
was
before
the USDA issued new
standards in 2012 which,
according to the Food
Research
and
Action
Center website “increased
the amount of fruits
and vegetables served,
emphasizes whole grain¬
rich foods, requires only
lower fat and nonfat milk,
limits calories, and reduces
saturated fat and sodium.”
I decided to see for
myself what was being
served at school, so last
Friday I joined my kids for
lunch. The first thing that
struck me was the number
of children who brought
a lunch from home. Of
one third grade class I
observed, 26 out of 31
students had a lunch box,
leaving only five kids who
chose the school lunch.
This
was
really
surprising to me, so I
contacted Maria Panuco,
R.D., the Nutrition Services
supervisor for Glendale
Unified School District,
to ask how many of the
550 students at Mountain
Avenue buy lunch. She
said that on average 150
children purchase the
cafeteria lunch. That’s only
27% who choose the school
lunch.
Why is the number so
small? Are the kids just
being picky or does the food
taste as bad as my kids say
it does?
On Friday, there were
three meal choices: a
carton of yogurt with carrot
coins, a turkey and cheese
sandwich with carrot coins
and, since it was a special
barbecue day, either a
turkey dog or hamburger,
which also were served
with the carrot coins.
I chose the turkey
sandwich
lunch
with
1% milk. The sandwich
comes prepackaged in a
plastic bag and consists of
a thin piece of turkey and
a processed cheese slice
on two pieces of wheat
bread. While it was edible,
it was pretty bland. The
carrot coins were cold,
hard and tasteless. My
daughter observed one of
her classmates leave the
cafeteria line and, before
even sitting down, got his
fork and went directly to
the trashcan where he
pushed the carrots off his
tray and into the garbage.
According to the Health
e Meal Planner available
through the GUSD website,
the calorie count for my
lunch was 373 calories, just
18.65% of the daily value
for a 10-year-old. And that’s
if they ate all of the lunch,
which I saw few children
do. That doesn’t seem like
enough to keep an active
child alert and engaged for
the rest of the school day.
Can GUSD make the
lunches tastier and still
stay within the mandated
guidelines? No one expects
the meals to be worthy
of a five star restaurant,
but there must be a way
to make them more kidfriendly.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
A School, A Bridge, and Our Children’s Future
One can easily connect the benefits of a school to our children’s future. Schools are
important in educating the next generation. But, what does a bridge have to do with a
school, our children’s future and our community?
A simple definition of a bridge is a structure to span physical obstacles for the purpose
Mike Lawler is the former
of providing passage. But bridges can be much more. Bridges connect communities.
president of the Historical Society
And in the case of Mountain Avenue Elementary School, a simple bridge that crosses
of the Crescenta Valley and loves
Pickens Canyon connects La Cañada to La Crescenta. Like an artery to the heart, the
local history. Reach him at
bridge carries students to and from school, relieves traffic
[email protected].
on Mountain Avenue, provides access to a small park and
learning area, creates an alternate exit for teachers and
News from CV Alliance » Suzy jacobs
students in case of an emergency and, most importantly,
drinking
usually
begins
at
age
18,
girls’
digital
behavior,
I’ve
placed
the
connects our communities together.
Greetings from CV Alliance
link to their May 20 webinar on our and that makes sense because that’s
I can understand the perspective of some parents in
when
children
leave
home
for
college.
website.
Recently,
I
participated
in
La
Cañada that want their children to attend La Cañada
Hello, Allies!
the webinar about girls and substance For the first time, marijuana use in
schools. A parent wants what is best for their children
and also wants to be connected to their community. With
Great news! Clay Roberts is use. What I found interesting is that it the past month was greater than
that said, I think that these same La Cañada parents will
coming back to town on Monday, has taken this long to put a concerted cigarette use among 12 to 17 year
understand my perspective, too.
May 19! He will speak about the effort together to distinguish between olds! This can be attributed to the
I support the transfer of Sagebrush under one simple but
transition to middle school from males and females, and the impact good job anti-tobacco activists have
important condition: that the transfer would not disrupt
7 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Crescenta gender has on use and abuse. Girls done to show the harm of smoking
the education of the children who remain. Unfortunately,
Valley High School auditorium in deal more often with depression than and the incorrect perception that
GUSD has not yet worked with the community to develop
the 4400 block of Ramsdell Avenue in boys. Girls also deal more often with marijuana is not harmful. Girls and
a solid plan that will ensure that our children’s education
La Crescenta. We especially want to sexual violence and eating disorders. boys have the same use patterns, but
at Mountain Avenue Elementary will not be negatively
encourage parents of fourth, fifth and As a result, it is recommended that only 28% of people in treatment are
impacted. The GUSD staff should immediately work with
sixth grade students to attend. This experts incorporate these traumas girls. Most young people enter rehab
the community to develop a plan before the transfer petition
event is free and open to the public. into therapy including ways to avoid through the court system; does this
is considered. If not, there can be only one answer to the
Remember: While we might not be and calm emotional triggers. One mean more boys are arrested than
petition, and that is “no.” We shouldn’t risk any student’s
facing middle school, we’re constantly expert said dentists have ways to girls? Finally, people ages 12 to 17
education to expedite the process.
facing change. Clay Roberts talked make patients feel safe and secure, enter rehab most often for marijuana
There is a lesson here for everyone to learn. Not all bridges
about the 40 Developmental Assets so why wouldn’t treatment experts abuse, ages 18 to 25 for prescription
are built to overcome physical barriers; some are built to
here last March. He is positive, do the same thing? Getting the entire drug abuse, those 25 and older go to
overcome political ones. And it’s time to build bridges in our
upbeat and realistic. Mark your family involved is key, especially rehab for alcohol abuse.
CV Alliance is about prevention.
community, not tear them down. It’s not about La Cañada
calendar and please help spread the when parents’ own addiction is
a factor in a child’s behavior and We are grateful for your support.
or La Crescenta; it’s about a better educated Foothill
word!
Community for generations to come.
There is a six-part webinar recovery.
Suzy Jacobs is the executive
Here’s some general information
For more information, visit savemountainavenue.com.
series, “Girls Matter!” and if you’re
director of CV Alliance. You can
interested in learning more about from that presentation: Binge
reach her at [email protected].
James Bodnar
La Crescenta
May 1, 2014
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YOUTH
Exceptional and Aspiring
Swimmer Yvette Kim
By YooJin SHEEN, intern
D
uring the first week
of April, selected
swimmers
from
YMCA swim teams from across
the U.S. gathered at Greensboro
Aquatic Center, North Carolina
to participate in the Y National
Competition. Regarded as one
of the most prestigious and
high-level competition in the
YMCA community, this year’s
Y Nationals showcased nine
talented swimmers from the
Crescenta-Cañada
YMCA’s
Dragons.
From
Rosemont
Middle
School was Yvette Kim, the
youngest of the pack, who
participated in the competition
for the second time this year.
“It was an overall great
experience to be able to travel
with my club team for a week
at Greensboro and race against
swimmers from all over the
country,” she said of her
participation in the Y Nationals.
Yvette is an eighth grader
at Rosemont. She first began
swimming at the age of 2 in a
“Mommy and Me” swim class.
She joined the CCY Dragons
when she turned 6 and has
since been a part of the team.
Her daily routine centers
on improving her speed and
technique in swimming.
“I practice four to five times
a week, each [session] about
three hours long,” she said. “My
best strokes are freestyle and
butterfly and, in events of those
strokes, I usually place in the
top three at meets.”
Yvette was selected by
Southern California Swimming
to be a part of the 2012 NACC
(North American Challenge
Cup) Team and 2014 All Star
Team to represent Southern
California. She was also selected
to compete in the All Star
Festival hosted by Southern
California Swimming.
“I was able to go to the SCS
National Top 10 banquet twice
[2011 and 2012] by invitation
for placing in the top 16 in
the state in my events for the
10-and-under age groups,” she
said.
Her records are impressive
for a middle-schooler. She broke
the meet record of Dara Torres
(12-time Olympic medalist) in
the 11-12 girls 50-yard freestyle
at the 2012 Y championships.
She also set a meet record at
the SCS Club championships,
a qualifying meet that ends
the whole short course season,
in the 13-14 girls 100-yard
butterfly.
“I’ve had good and bad seasons
and a lot of ups and downs, but
I love swimming. I plan to keep
pursuing the sport and working
to perform at my absolute best,”
she said.
Apart
from
being
an
exceptional swimmer, Yvette
is also actively involved in her
academics and the community.
She has played the piano for
five years, practices tae kwon
do, and attends Korean school
regularly. At Rosemont, she
is in her second year for CJSF
(California Junior Scholarship
Federation) through which
she attends and partakes in a
variety of community service
events.
“I’m also looking forward to
starting high school season next
spring!” she added.
Drumming to their Own Beat
By McKenna MIDDLETON,
Intern
The
music
program
at
Crescenta Valley High School
participates
in
numerous
competitions throughout the year.
These require not only practice
and dedication, but funds as well.
The students and teachers of the
Crescenta Valley Instrumental
Music (CVIM) Foundation are
always looking for creative and
interesting ways to raise money.
Most recently, the program
has been presented with an
opportunity to host Let’s Drum
Clinic and Solo Competition. The
event will take place on May 4 at
CVHS. The drum clinic will be
held by a music education website
called Off the Left. Proceeds from
the concessions at the event will
go to support the music program
at CVHS. The CVHS drumline
will benefit especially from these
funds.
The CVHS drumline program
has grown over the past few years.
Combining traditional drumline
routines with a fun twist, the
drumline performances never fail
to bring audiences to their feet.
CVHS drumline audiences know
to expect the unexpected, whether
it is a drummer dance routine or
a symbols solo. The team works
hard all year, perfecting their
techniques and routines. The
Let’s Drum Clinic will be a good
opportunity for the students to
earn money for the program in a
fun way that appeals to the groups’
common interest: drumming. In
addition, the students will get to
see some of the best drummers in
the business compete in the solo
competition.
The event’s Facebook page
boasts that the drum clinic will
host some of the most well known
drummers in the business. Let’s
Drum will also be a competition
for local drummers to enter solos
for a chance to win prize packages.
The event is unique for CVIM
as it combines a love of music
with a means of gaining funds for
the program.
The event is open to the public.
Tickets are $40 at the door for
general admission and $50 for
admission and entry in the solo
competition. There is also a cash
prize for the winner of the contest.
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Photo by Marissa GOULD
By Marissa GOULD, intern
It was a magical day at St.
George’s Preschool on Saturday.
The school hosted its annual
Dragon Faire, a medieval
themed event complete with
castle bounce houses, mazes
and some medieval mini golf.
The popular event is a staple
of St. George’s Preschool.
“The faire has been going
on for so many years,” said
teacher
Erika
Schmiedk.
“So many years” may be an
understatement; the Dragon
Faire has been a staple of
St. George’s Preschool for
40 years. It’s such a timehonored tradition, in fact, that
past students will come by to
reminisce.
Coordinating
the
faire
involves the dedication of the
school’s teachers and parents.
They received donations from
local businesses for food and
raffle prizes. For example, the
Faire’s snack corner was stacked
with goodies from various stores
including Sprouts, Trader Joe’s,
Ralph’s and the newly opened
Gelson’s. There was even a
Habit food truck to keep the
little ones fed.
The Dragon Faire is major
fundraiser for the preschool.
Most of the money is raised
from food and ticket sales.
Proceeds from this year’s faire
are earmarked for playground
equipment
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“What Does the Fox Say?”
Well, if the fox was at the Lincoln
Elementary talent show watching
Rebekah DeBoskey, Alina Torosian,
Perri Derian and Haley Krohn
dancing to Ylvis’s “What Does
The Fox Say?” the answer would
probably be that Lincoln has some
pretty talented students. This year’s
show was so packed with talent, in
fact, that talent show director and
Lincoln teacher Nicolas James had
to expand the show into two nights.
Lincoln students dazzled in over
40 amazing acts that featured first
through sixth graders singing,
acting and dancing; playing piano,
guitar, drums, harmonica and harp;
performing gymnastics, comedy,
magic, and presenting two amazing
short films by Alexander James:
“The Shot” and “A Letter from
Valley Forge.”
The two talent shows were
a group effort to pull together.
Student Council members were
the masters of ceremony and stage
crew for both shows. The PTA moms
helped make sure everyone got to
the stage on time, and in the right
order. The school’s newly formed
Dad’s Club helped with ticket sales,
curtain and the amazing confetti
finale.
The talent shows raised over
$500 that was donated to the
Lincoln Foundation.
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YOUTH.
Harvest Market Surprised
by ‘Fiddler’ Performance
stopped midway in their shopping to watch two
children play violins. Dressed in early 1900s
A regular day at the Harvest Market in period costume, the pair of children was quickly
Montrose on Sunday hosted a not-so-regular surrounded by about 45 more, who broke out in
event. It was a “flash mob” organized by a rousing rendition of the song, “Tradition.”
The impromptu performance was to promote
the La Cañada Junior Theatre. As defined
by Wikipedia, a flash mob is a large public the musical that the La Cañada Junior Theatre
gathering at which people perform an unusual is presenting, “Fiddler on the Roof.” India Dupre,
director of the flash mob, said she managed to
or seemingly random act and then disperse.
On Sunday, shoppers along Honolulu Avenue get everything coordinated in an hour. When
asked if the kids were nervous
about singing in such a crowded
Presented by the
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place she replied, “Everyone was
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more excited than anything.”
Immediately
after
the
performance, the actors distributed
flyers of the upcoming performances
that are taking place on May
9, 10, 17 and 18 at Lanterman
Auditorium in La Cañada.
Director of the musical, Tom
Vacca, said he was excited about
the flash mob because it was a way
to get his cast members excited –
and prepared – for performing the
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SPORTS
CV Cycling Team Nabs Second in League
The team now moves on
to state championships
in Northern California.
By Isiah REYES
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Competing at Lake Perris in
February, the CV team placed
second.
“Learning how to do your
best in everything you do
and learning how to come
together as a team are some
the things these kids really
learn,” Rowton said.
The next race for the
teams will be the state
championships at Laguna
Seca, in northern California,
on May 11.
winner of the United States
High School Western Regional
championship race.
Jacobson was a two-time all
CIF player and both the cocaptain and the all league MVP
on the 1995 Pacific League
championship basketball team.
He averaged 27.2 points per
game.
Jenkins led the Falcons to
the 1993 Team CIF swimming
championship.
He set a
new CIF and state record in
winning the 50 freestyle race
and the 100 freestyle. He was
also a member of two CIF
championship relay teams.
Coach Loporchio was a
legendary coach of both
swimming and water polo at
CVHS. His boy’s water polo and
swim teams each won eight
league championships and
his swim teams won four CIF
championships.
Gossard was the quarterback
of both the 2000 and 2001
CVHS football teams that
won the Pacific League
championship. As an all CIF
senior and the MVP of the
league, he passed for 3,542
yards and 32 touchdowns with
a 68.4% completion average.
Bell was an All-CIF baseball
player and the most valuable
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Athletic Hall of Fame
Crescenta Valley High School
will hold its seventh annual
Athletic Hall of Fame induction
ceremony on Saturday, May 3 at
the Chevy Chase Country Club
with a reception at 5:30 p.m.
and the induction ceremony at
7 p.m.
The 1998 Falcon Division
I CIF championship baseball
team will be inducted as well
as eight individuals in a variety
of other sports. The individual
inductees are Wendy Cohen,
Lisa Erickson, Jeff Holyfield,
Brock Jacobson, John Jenkins,
Coach Pete Loporchio, Hudson
Gossard and Trevor Bell.
Cohen was a two-time CIF
champion in gymnastics in
the all around event and the
valedictorian of her 1990 CVHS
graduating class.
Erickson was a two-time
all CIF infielder on the Falcon
1986 CIF championship softball
team and the most valuable
player in the Pacific League.
At Cal-State Northridge, she
was twice an All-American
and a member of the 1987
NCAA Division II national
championship team.
Holyfield was the individual
CIF champion on Crescenta
Valley’s 1981 CIF championship
cross-country team. He earned
All-American honors as the
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team finished in second place
at the SoCal High School
Cycling League’s five-race
series, now in its sixth season.
Last year, CV won its
first ever championship in
northern California. This
year, the winner for the SoCal
league was Rim of the World
High School, which ended
up with 10631 points. CV
finished with a close 10630
points.
The coach of the CV team,
Jim Rowton, said it was
challenging to try to win two
years in a row.
“The level of competition is
extremely high,” Rowton said.
“It’s very difficult to win backto-back.”
The first race in the series
was on Feb. 23 at Lake Perris.
The team started the season
strong by placing second
out of 38 Division 2 teams.
CV’s JV girls’ team member
Brenna Pratt was first place
out of 33 racers, receiving 550
points. Her total time was
39 minutes, 49 seconds. She
would go on to win three of
five races.
The second race was at Vail
Lake Resort, Temecula. CV’s
Jason Rowton took second
place for JV boys Division 2.
Ellis Cobb of Crescenta Valley
took second while teammate
Brenna Pratt took third. At
the end of the second race, CV
had 4251 points. They trailed
slightly behind Rim of the
World High School, which had
4323 points.
The third race was at
Carving Canyons, Riverside.
CV
continued
strong,
finishing
second
among
Division 2 teams. Brenna
Pratt once again finished in
first place. After the third
race, CV ranked second and
trailed behind Rim of the
World.
The fourth race was at Lake
Isabella. Pratt and Cobb once
again did well by placing first
and second, respectively. The
Division 2 team competition
saw CV take their first win of
the season by narrowly edging
out Redlands East Valley HS
(2141 to 2136 points). But at
this point they still ranked
second overall.
The fifth race was at the
Dirt Club in Los Olivos.
Although the team won first
and second at this race, CV
ultimately lost overall by one
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Although the Crescenta
Valley High School Falcons
posted some outstanding
track and field performances
at home against their
strongest rival, the Arcadia
Apaches, it was the Apaches
varsity teams that ended the
season on top. The Apache
boys won 11 out of 16 events
and tied for the win in the
800m, dashing the hopes of
the Falcons once again.
The depth of the Arcadia
team has been a contributing
factor to the team’s wins the
last several years.
“The season ended well,
but this year we lost two
boys’ varsity track meets (to
Burroughs and Burbank).
Burroughs ended up winning
the boys league championship
this year. It ended a five year
unbeaten streak for our boys,”
Apache Head Coach Chris
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Falcon pole vaulter Scott
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Dashel Dupuy (11-6) and
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Kayleigh Carrillo won the 400m (57:08) against Apache Kyra White (57.89).
Logan Rogers (11-0) to a
three-way victory. Sophomore
Kenny Kang (41.8) and senior
Kyler Chin (43.12) took first
and second in the 300H.
Senior Gabe Collison secured
a pair of second place finishes
in the 1600m (4:19) against
Apache ace Philip Rocha
(4:18) and in the 3200m
(9:25) against state champion
Apache Estevan De La Rosa
(9:15).
Falcon senior Nick Beatty
came from behind to score
a tie win at the finish line
in the 800m (1:58.4) against
Apache Jarrick Wenslow.
Senior Matt Manalo also
added valuable points for the
Falcons, taking second in the
800m running 2:03. Christ
Ordookhanian placed second
in the 400m (52.68). Kenny
Kang placed third (16.38)
against Arcadia winner Mark
Panchorek (15:34). Senior
Josh Ayo-Akinyemi won
the triple jump (41-6) and
the four-man 1600m relay
turned into a battle with CV
winning (3:31.4) against the
Apache squad (3:34.6).
“I thought we competed
very well,” said CV coach
Mark Evans. “We scored
in all areas of the meet. We
just did not have the depth
that Arcadia had. I was very
pleased with our sweep in the
pole vault. That group has
really improved. Another big
win was Josh Ayo in the triple
jump. Those were key points
for us. The one-two finish in
the 300 hurdles by Kenny
Kang and Kyler Chin were
also impressive. The win by
the 1600 relay team capped
off a great competitive effort
even though we did not win
the meet.”
Final boys CV 54, Arcadia
82.
Senior Kayleigh Carrillo
had two wins both in the
400m (57.08) and 200m
(25.07) over her rival Apaches
Kyra White (57.89), (25.22).
Carrillo said she enjoys
running against her friend
White. “It always brings out my
most competitive spirit,”
Carrillo said.
Senior Emmy Walker won
the high jump (5-2) with few
misses over Arcadia’s Kelly
Dopke. Falcon senior Erika
Johnson won the 800m with
a time of 2:22 and teammates
Samantha Phinney and Alsia
Shinn won their events as
well. Phinney won the 110H
(15.72) and Shinn’s shot put
of 33-0 is now her personal
best.
Isabel Annino of Arcadia
won the 300LH (47.15), while
Falcon junior Grace Keller
placed second (47.53) in
the 300H and senior Sarah
Lapides
captured
third
(49.81). CV’s Clair Schlueter
won the long jump (16-0) and
Falcon Megan Melnyk, who
contributes to many of her
teams wins, unfortunately
did not participate in the
meet due to a foot injury.
Long
distance
runner
Roni Yamane had two gold
wins for the Apaches in
the 1600m (5:06.7) and the
3200m (11:25). Falcon Haley
Witzeman took a valuable
second place in the 3200m
(11:41).
“On the girls side, Kayleigh
Carrillo was impressive in her
200-400 win. Clair Schlueter
has been a nice surprise in the
jumps and her win in the long
jump and second in the triple
jump helped keep the meet
close,” said Evans. “Alisa
Shinn had an important win
in the shot. Sammi Phinney’s
win in the 100 hurdles was
a great effort as were those
of Erika Johnson and Emmy
Walker in the 800 and high
jump.”
The Apache girls won nine
of the 16 events to win not
only the meet, but secured
another conference title.
“Our girls went through
league undefeated for the
eighth straight year,” said
Schultz. “We have had great
marks all around and it was
a good year. I think that the
Pacific League will be well
represented in CIF this year.”
Final girls score CV 53,
Arcadia 83.
The Pacific League track
and field prelims will be
hosted by Arcadia High
School tomorrow, Friday,
May 2 starting around 2 p.m.
The winners who qualify
will participate May 9 in the
Pacific League finals that will
also be held at Arcadia High
School.
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BETWEEN FRIENDS
Prospective Voters
Turn Out for
Pizza and Politics
Nearly 100 people attended
the Republican Club of the
Foothills’
Political
Pizza
Party held at the La Cañada
Thursday Club on April 24.
Ten candidates attended the
evening event: Pete Peterson,
candidate
for
California
Secretary of State; Steve
Stokes, candidate for U.S.
Congress 28th District; Jack
Orswell, candidate for U.S.
Congress 27th District; Todd
Royal, candidate for California
State Assembly District 43;
John Morris and John Wong,
both candidates for Los Angeles
County Assessor. There were
three candidates running for
Los Angeles County Superior
Court
judgeship:
Donna
Armstrong, Carol Najera and
Steve Schreiner; and Rick
Barnes, candidate for the
Glendale City Council.
All candidates took time
to meet with the concerned
voters during the meeting’s
social gathering period. After
enjoying a pizza dinner,
each addressed the group
for four minutes before
answering questions from the
audience. Questions ranged
from preserving the tax cuts
resulting from Prop 13 to the
new educational Common
Core State Standards program
to immigration to ObamaCare
and how to stimulate badly
needed job growth. The
candidates’ responses reflected
their determination to meet
the issues head-on.
Longtime
La
Cañada
resident David Wilcox spoke
on behalf of Tim Donnelly, who
is one of the leading candidates
for California governor. Wilcox
told the group that on May 10
from noon to 2 p.m., Donnelly
will be holding a fundraiser at
the Jeffers Estate in La Cañada.
Attendance is expected to be
300 to 500 strong. For more
information, visit http://www.
electtimdonnell.com or call
Wilcox at (818) 790-3844.
Phil Downs, president of
the Republican Club of the
Foothills (RCF), emceed the
Political Pizza Party; RCF
1st Vice President Mary
Owen, in charge of Programs,
coordinated the candidate
speakers’ forum.
Downs
said
of
the
importance of the evening, “As
voters, it is our responsibility
to select the best person to
meet the challenges of reining
in out-of-control spending and
inefficiency.”
Seminar Teaches
Pet Safety
By Marissa GOULD, intern
The Crescenta-Cañada
community is in love with
their dogs. They take them for
walks, buy the best pet food,
and even built a dog park. But
sometimes, when their dogs
get seriously injured or sick,
the owners don’t know what to
do. To answer those questions,
the Crescenta-Cañada Pet
Hospital offered the first of its
pet first aid seminars on April
22.
The seminars are given by
Dr. James Speas, the owner
and executive director of the
hospital. One of the goals was
to define what is an emergency
and what isn’t.
“Some emergencies,” Speas
said, “can be avoided.” An
emergency like a dog eating
chocolate can easily be avoided
by simply putting the chocolate
in a place the dog can’t reach,
for example. He also gave
instructions on what to do in
the event a dog is bitten by
bugs or even a snake. He also
offered advice on how to handle
more serious situations, like if
a dog gets hit by a car or, for
smaller dogs, what to do if they
fall off of a high place.
Speas said that it is rare
that dog fights happen at our
local dog park, but the seminar
taught how to break up a dog
fight without the pet parent
being hurt in the process. He
also talked about the safest
way to transport wounded
dogs to the pet hospital.
Cat care wasn’t left out of the
first aid seminar. The seminar
also covered how to help a cat
if it had a respiratory problem.
The initial pet first aid
seminar, held from 7 p.m. to 9
p.m., was followed by a second
on April 30. Future seminars
will be determined.
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Gianna Halpin and Anthony Whitson-Martini are recipients of scholarships from the CWC.
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vocal music scholarships have
concluded and two recipients
have been chosen. Gianna
Halpin and Anthony WhitsonMartini will perform and receive
their scholarships at the 45th
CWC scholarship concert, “It’s a
Musical World” on May 4 at the
Riverside Convention Center. The
Verdugo Hills Women’s Chorus
will participate in the upcoming
concert along with 200 women from
throughout the state of California.
Whitson-Martini has sung with
the Point Loma Opera Theatre,
Center Stage Opera, Opera
Academy of California and Lyric
Opera of San Diego. Recently
he received the Encouragement
Award from the Lotte Lenya
Competition, first place in the
La Jolla Symphony and Chorus
Competition and first place in
NATS in San Diego. He was also
a finalist in the Musical Merit
of San Diego Competition and
in the Burbank Philharmonic
Competition. His plans for this
summer include performing as
a company artist for the Utah
festival of Opera and Musical
Theatre where he will cover the
roles of Marius and Montparnasse
in “Les Miserables” and Lucas and
Lutz in the “Student Prince.” In
the fall, Whitson-Martini can be
seen as Marullo in Pacific Lyric
Opera’s production of “Rigoletto.”
Gianna Halpin is 19 years old
and is currently a sophomore at
the San Francisco Conservatory
of Music where she has been
studying with Cesar Ulloa. Prior
to this, she studied with Stephan
Grimm for five years.
Music has been very important to
Halpin and her family. She started
singing at age 4 in a children’s
choir. While in high school, she
sang with her high school choir
and in Pasadena Pro Music. She
has performed in many musical
productions at St. Francis High
School in La Cañada that were
directed by Emmanuel Eulalia.
In her junior and senior years of
high school at St. Monica Academy
in Pasadena, she directed her
school’s Schola. Though currently
studying vocal performance, her
future plans are to focus on music
therapy.
The CWC concert is open to the
public and tickets are available
at the box office for a donation of
$20. Discounted tickets may be
purchased in advance for $18 by
contacting Connie Lynch conniepl@
verizon.net. The box office will
open at 1:30 p.m. and the concert
will begin at 2 p.m.
Riverside Convention Center
is located at 3637 Fifth St. in
Riverside.
Provided by the CWC
Craft Cocktail Bar
Come enjoy our Happy Hour featuring
$2 OFF every item Monday-Friday 5-8pm
and Jazz Mondays
Try our new Spring Craft Cocktail menu.
We proudly serve over 100 varieties of
whiskey and 20 taps of craft beer.
“The Famous craft cocktail lounge is located in Glendale’s
historic Huntley-Evans building, directly across the street
from the Americana at Brand. It follows an eclectic and rich
pedigree of establishments that have called this building
home in the last century, most notably the early Glendale
landmark, The Famous Department Store.”
Hours:
Monday-Friday 5pm-2am
Saturday & Sunday 6pm-2am
154 S Brand Blvd Glendale, CA 91204
(818) 241-2888
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The following local residents
were recently initiated into The
Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi,
the nation’s oldest and most
selective collegiate honor society
for all academic disciplines.
Reggie Ross Almario of Tujunga
initiated at California State
University, Dominguez Hills and
Haleigh Beck of La Crescenta
initiated at California State
University, Fullerton.
These residents are among
approximately 32,000 students,
faculty, professional staff and
alumni to be initiated into Phi
Kappa Phi each year. Membership
is by invitation and requires
nomination and approval by a
chapter.
_____________________
Lindsay Anne Laddaran of
Tujunga was named to the dean’s
list for the fall 2013 semester at
Washington University in St.
Louis. Laddaran is enrolled in the
university’s School of Engineering
and Applied Science.
To qualify for the dean’s list in the
School of Engineering & Applied
Science, students must earn a
semester grade point average of
3.6 or above and be enrolled in at
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least 12 graded units.
Washington
University
is
counted among the world’s leaders
in teaching and research, and it
draws students and faculty to
St. Louis from all 50 states and
more than 120 nations. The total
student body is more than 14,000
undergraduate, graduate and
professional students.
_____________________
Cara DeCaro, a Denison
University
(Granville,
Ohio)
student from Tujunga, is studying
off campus for the spring 2014
semester. DeCaro, a member of the
class of 2015, is studying with the
Philadelphia Center Program in
Philadelphia.
Many
of
Denison’s
undergraduate students choose
to broaden their horizons through
off-campus study each semester. In
these programs, students continue
to receive full credit toward a
Denison degree while pursuing
diverse research or academic
opportunities.
_____________________
Ian Kim of Sunland and Brandon
Um of La Cañada were among
the Army and Navy cadets who
were awarded the Major Peterson
Legion of Merit Award on Sunday,
March 16. This award is presented
to cadets who exhibit excellence
in citizenship, leadership and
personal appearance. The cadet
must be in a leadership position
with the rank of corporal or higher
during the previous semester, and
must have earned a grade point
average of 3.5 or higher and a
citizenship grade of excellent for
each grading period.
_____________________
Shannon Streeter of La
Cañada Flintridge earned an
undergraduate
degree
from
California Lutheran University in
December. Streeter graduated with
a Bachelor of Arts degree in history
and English and is eligible to
participate in the commencement
ceremony on May 17.
CLU is a selective university
based in Thousand Oaks, with
additional centers in Oxnard,
Woodland Hills, Santa Maria and
Berkeley.
_____________________
Rex Noreen of La Cañada
Flintridge and Alejandro Vaca
of La Crescenta were recently
named to CSUF Mihaylo College
of Business and Economics dean’s
list for academic excellence for the
2013 fall semester:
The honor is awarded to fulltime students who achieve a 3.5
grade point average or higher
while taking a minimum of 12 or
more graded credit hours for the
semester.
_____________________
Emerson College student Young
Min Kim of La Crescenta, a film
production major, has been named
to the dean’s list for the fall 2013
semester. The criterion to make
Emerson’s dean’s list is a grade
point average of 3.7 or higher.
Emerson College is located in
Boston, Mass.
_____________________
Several local residents made
the academic deans’ list at Azusa
Pacific University. These students
are honored for a fall 2013 grade
point average of 3.5 or better.
They are joined by 1,774 students
receiving the same honor.
They are: Andrew Baxter,
Samuel Cowell and Sophia
Cowell of Shadow Hills; Rachel
Baydian,
Jackson
Harbolt,
Madeline Harbolt, Shabnam
Talab, Kelsey Wong of La Cañada;
Vanessa Brooks and Jonah Kang
of Tujunga; Shannon Davidson,
Whitney DePaoli, Mary Goral,
Elijah McDonald, Janine Sy,
Charles Tobola, Robert Walker of
La Crescenta; and Jeffrey Small of
Glendale.
Azusa Pacific University is an
evangelical Christian university
committed to God first and
excellence in higher education.
_____________________
Worcester Academy announced
its honor roll and headmaster’s
list for the second trimester of the
2013-14 school year. The honor
represents the achievements that
each student has earned through
academic excellence, challenge,
and personal growth.
On the honor roll from La
Cañada Flintridge are Sewon
Park, grade 9, and MinJun Kim,
grade 10. Serra Park of La Cañada
Flintridge, grade 11, was on the
headmaster’s list.
Worcester Academy is a co-ed
day and boarding school for grades
six to 12 and postgraduates that is
committed to innovative teaching
and learning, urban leadership,
making a global impact, and
achieving the honorable everyday.
Las Candelas Offers
Support to YWCA
Pictured are YWCA Senior Director Lisa Raggio, left, and Las Candelas
President Jeannie Flint.
At the regular monthly meeting of Las Candelas on April 14, the
group was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation and Gratitude on
behalf of the YWCA of Glendale. YWCA Senior Director Lisa Raggio
presented the certificate to Las Candelas President Jeannie Flint.
Raggio thanked the philanthropy for its continued support and
encouragement that the YWCA does for the community and its
citizens.
A monetary donation from Las Candelas and its ongoing support
of the YWCA was presented to Raggio.
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Sunland-Tujunga Elks Hold Installation
The
Benevolent
and
Protective Order of Elks,
Sunland-Tujunga
Lodge,
held its annual installation
dinner on April 13. This year,
two women took on Elks’ top
leadership roles. Rochelle
Zenger accepted the role of
Exalted Ruler (president)
and Janet Dappen is Leading
Knight. Rochelle is a fifth
generation Elks member.
Her father, Ralph Zenger, is
a 32-year member and the
Past District Deputy Grand
Exalted Ruler.
Other members who were
installed included Santos
Chavez as Loyal Knight,
Veronica Chavez, Lecturing
Knight, Gerry Cody as
secretary and James Saurer
as treasurer. Beverly Freeman
was installed as one-year
trustee, Bob Goble as five-year
trustee. Continuing officers
are Esko Vaananen as twoyear trustee, Earl Bouchard
as three-year trustee and
Don Bouchard as four-year
trustee. Glen Wallace is the
Elks’ tiler, Adrian Martinez
is esquire and James Saurer
is also chaplain. There are
three vacancies on the board
for inner.
The
Benevolent
and
Protective Order of Elks,
Sunland-Tujunga Lodge, is a
longtime service organization
that
helps
different
community groups maintain
when funding is low. To raise
money for their educational
and charitable efforts, the
Elks hold a monthly breakfast
on the third Sunday of every
month from 9 a.m. to noon
at the Elks Lodge at 10137
Commerce Ave. in Tujunga.
The breakfast includes an
omelet bar with a choice of
11 ingredients, hash browns
or country fried potatoes,
southern style sausage gravy
and biscuits, bacon, ham,
sausage and fresh fruit. The
cost is $7.50 and the general
public is welcome.
The Elks also serve dinner
on the second and fourth
Fridays of each month from 6
p.m. to 7:30 p.m. with menu
choices ranging from fish and
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I would imagine that you and
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• Verification of funds to close
• 7 day or less investigative
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Every now and again a seller won’t accept the highest
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I am beginning to believe
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time, we get beat out either
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chicken to spaghetti, meatloaf
with macaroni and cheese and
roast beef. Elk Head Cook Earl
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cash buyers. The only way
you can compete with a stronger buyer is by offering more
money and/or waiving loan and
appraisal contingencies.
There are a few other things
you can do to entice the
home seller:
If they have been in the home
for years or have young children offer them extra time in
the home after escrow closing
at no additional cost. I have
seen sellers accept thousands
of dollars less because they can
make a more leisurely move.
You can offer that they leave
anything behind and that you
will deal with it. Or you can offer to pay for dumpster rental.
Anything that will make their
move easier.
And one more important
thing to remember:
No one wants to be in escrow
with a nasty person. When you
and your agent meet the seller
or the seller’s agent, be overly
polite. Your agent also needs
to be nice to everyone in the
agent’s office – even the receptionist. Sometimes the offers
are so close together that you
or your agent’s good manners
or your personal letter is the
tipping point. Best of luck to
you.
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Prudential California Realty.
She may be contacted
at (818) 790-7325 or by email
[email protected].
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LEISURE
Classic and Upscale,
Bourbon Steak Comes to
Glendale
By Charly SHELTON
Michael Mina is a wellknown chef whose concepts
for restaurants and recipes
are renowned for their flair
and elegance. Now a Michael
Mina restaurant has opened
in Glendale for patrons’ dining
pleasure: Bourbon Steak.
I was invited to the restaurant,
located on the back side of the
Americana in Glendale, not
long after its opening to enjoy
the gourmet food, hand-crafted
cocktails and the luxurious
dining experience of Bourbon
Steak. I brought my girlfriend
Sabrina to take part in this
dining adventure.
We were greeted by the
friendly staff who explained the
concept behind the restaurant
– the golden age of air travel.
Stacks of bundled postcards
lined the shelves along the
walls, travel bag straps were
woven into a unique display
in the dining room and images
of clouds, photographed from
above, floated above us as we
settled into the plush booth in
the intimately lit restaurant.
Sabrina was wearing a dark
dress and I had a black suit coat;
the hostess asked if we would like
black napkins rather than the
white ones laid out on the table.
This is the level of service and
propriety of the staff reflecting
their attention to detail.
Our server, Richard, was
incredibly knowledgeable about
everything on the menu, not
only what was in the dish, but
why each ingredient worked well
with the other. It was as much a
learning experience as a dining
experience.
We ordered our appetizer,
Octopus a la Plancha, at
Richard’s recommendation.
Before the appetizer arrived, the
chef started sending out dishes,
compliments of the house. One,
a potato truffle soup, was both
creamy and earthy with just
Universal
Concert is a
Green Event
dish, the lobster pot pie, and I
ordered a Kansas City strip cut
16 oz. Australian Wagyu beef
steak. Just ordering it made me
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a slight tang. Truffle has that
certain flavor that is so hard
to describe, yet is immediately
recognized by the palate as
incredibly rich and savory.
Next was a flight of duck fat
French fries with accompanied
dipping sauces. These included
pastrami seasoned fries with a
deep, molasses style barbecue
sauce and fine herb seasoned
fries with pickled ketchup.
Then the black truffle rolls,
a delicate puff pastry served
warm and lightly infused with
truffles throughout. These were
all offered courtesy of the house,
and our table was not just the
fortunate one; almost every table
received something to try.
Richard came back to take our
drink and entree order. Sabrina
got the Michael Mina signature
salivate with anticipation.
The octopus arrived and,
despite Sabrina being a bit
squeamish about eating a
tentacle, it was incredible.
Seedless grapes intermingled
with olives and almonds,
spooned over a bed of fingerling
potatoes crisp on the outside and
so soft inside. The tentacle itself
was tender – no easy feat with
naturally chewy octopus – and
the little suckers were crispy,
giving it just enough crunch
while still having moist meat
inside.
Our drinks were served
quickly after ordering. Being a
bourbon steakhouse, we both
opted for bourbon. Sabrina had a
Yellow Rose Four with a whiskey
see STEAK on page 21
Then & Now | Indian Springs Shopping Center
Then » Just a few short years ago, the Indian Springs Shopping
Center had this little fake well out in front, right at its entry way
from Verdugo Road. It had been there as a decoration since the
shopping center had first been built in the early ’70s, and had become
somewhat of a mini-landmark.
Universal CityWalk celebrated Earth Week on April 25 with a
free music fest featuring Reasons Be, Brightener, DJ Casey Connor
and special guest appearances from Liz Perez and Jackie Mateos of
mun2’s docu-series, “Reinas de Realty.”
The performances were part of the spring concert series at the
5 Towers stage. The concert focused on educating consumers to go
green by conserving electricity. Reasons Be, a Los Angeles-based
music duo, are proponents of recycling and green energy. Three of
the members even drive hybrid cars.
“I think it’s amazing,” Scotty Dickerts of Reasons Be said. “It’s
such an amazing cause and it’s raising awareness for a lot of topics
that people shy away from sometimes.”
One of the messages the concert wanted to drive home was that
people should turn off their lights when their televisions, computers
tablets or smart phones are on. By doing so, their carbon footprint
would be reduced.
The festival also featured a specially made kinetic dance floor
that helped power the event. Additionally, a complimentary solar
recharging station allowed guests to power up their personal devices.
Indie Pop Rock solo artist Will Sturgeon, who performs under
the moniker Brightener, is a songwriter who at one point was an
environmental studies major and a Boy Scout and even wore a Boy
Scout shirt for his “going green” performance.
“I try to do my part and I’m happy to be supporting an event that
is supporting an environmental cause,” Sturgeon said.
DJ Casey Connor also liked the idea of raising awareness.
“There’s so many kids out there dancing and music helps them
stay positive and wanting to see what’s going on in the environment,”
Connor said.
The 5 Towers stage at Universal CityWalk is Los Angeles’
free, premier open-air concert venue which is host to a multitude
of performances by influential artists. For Universal CityWalk’s
upcoming events, visit www.CityWalkHollywood.com.
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Now » When the property owner gave the shopping center a major
facelift, his plan was to remove the faux-well and put this large
monument sign in its place. Although the City of Glendale has a healthy
respect for historic architecture, there was really nothing historic about
the well to prevent its removal, and it was taken out.
LEISUR E
STEAK from previous page
globe, which melts more slowly
to chill the whiskey without
diluting it too quickly. I ordered
the one thing I was looking most
forward to: the whiskey flight,
smoked tableside. The subtlety
of the smoke combined with the
delicate notes in the whiskey will
change the way you think about
the flavor of any whiskey you
drink in the future.
After much anticipation, our
entrees arrive. Sabrina’s lobster
pot pie was brought out in the
saucepan, covered in a flaky crust
and plated tableside. An entire
two-pound lobster was inside,
swimming in a sea of vegetables
and a brandied lobster cream
sauce. It was reassembled into a
lobster shape on her plate as we
watched.
My steak came out, and it was
like looking into the face of the
divine. Being a fan of both steak
and bourbon, this was the perfect
meal. Cooked to perfection and
grilled nicely outside without a
hint of char, this was the best
steak I have ever had in my life.
After the fries and octopus and
rolls and soup and whiskey and
huge steak, I couldn’t possibly
finish all 16 ounces. Plus I had to
save room for dessert.
An adult root beer float, with
sassafras ice cream, root beer
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I look forward to
December,
when
we will return to
this restaurant on
our
anniversary,
hungry for more.
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sorbet and pecan and chocolate
cookies served warm, ended my
dinner while Sabrina finished
with a bourbon caramel cream
pie.
We waddled out of the
restaurant stuffed. I was more
satisfied with the meal than I
have been in years. Although
it is pricey (the bill for this was
more than $200) and something
we cannot afford as a regular
outing, Sabrina and I agreed
that Bourbon Steak will be our
anniversary dinner restaurant
for the foreseeable future.
The level of luxury in both
service and food are unrivaled by
any restaurant I have been to in
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Welcome to
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We specialize in regional
Mexican cooking made
with fresh, high quality
ingredients. Most of our
dishes come from the region
of Zacatecas in central
Mexico where our family is
from.
We serve many favorites
from our family’s home
town. Enjoy our famous
margaritas and delicious
food including our potato
tacos and chili rellenos in our
lively, colorful dining room.
We have many special days
to come in and sample our
delicious food: Taco Tuesday,
Margarita Wednesday, $5
Thursday, and Sunday
Brunch, to name a few. Pepe’s was founded by
the Bugarin family who had
a dream to offer delicious
Mexican food and drinks.
Pepe’s was first opened in
1970 in La Cañada and
moved to Montrose in
2008. Later, after achieving
success and a loyal following,
the Bugarin family opened
Margaritas in 1977 in
Pasadena.
Now the first and second
generations of the Bugarin
family operate these two
successful
restaurants.
Customers come for the
delicious Mexican food and
amazing drinks and come
back because they feel part of
the family. Many customers
have grown up eating at our
restaurants and have seen
them transform.
The Bugarin family,
Bernardino, Victor, Rolando
and Ruby, would like
to thank all of our loyal
customers for being part of
our family.
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(818) 248-5622
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JUST FOR FUN
Weekly
Horoscopes
by John Deering and John Newcombe
Provided by horoscope.com
April 28, 2014 - May 4, 2014
The week begins with a Solar Eclipse in Taurus encouraging productive change along
with the potential for lucrative deals and abundance. Mercury trines Pluto on Tuesday,
inspiring changes to thought patterns. Jupiter then sextiles Mercury on Wednesday,
which is great for getting ahead! This very positive and watery aspect pattern can be
perfect for romance, art, and creativity. Mercury opposes Saturn on Friday, which might
cause blocks to understanding.
A ARIES March 21 - April 19
CALENDAR this
ALL DAUGHTERS INVITED
The First Baptist Church at La
Crescenta is celebrating “Daughter’s
Day Delight” on May 3 at noon in the
Fellowship Hall. Please join us as we
celebrate daughters – every woman is a
daughter – with a luncheon, including an
interpretive drama and a special musical
performance.
What’s in your closet? For the
adventuresome, the program also
includes a “What Not to Wear” contest
for those who dress in their “wackiest”
outfits (optional). Prizes will be awarded
to the most fashionably challenged
contestants.
Tickets are $5 each for children ages
6-12, $10 for ages 13 to 99, and $30 for
families of four or more.
For information and reservations,
email mailto:[email protected].
Reservations must be received by April
25.
First Baptist Church – La Crescenta
is located at 4441 La Crescenta Ave., La
Crescenta.
6 to12 are $12 and those under age 12
are free.
Admission includes music, lunch,
drink, dessert, one opportunity drawing
(for $100; need not be present to win)
and tours of the museum.
Catalina Verdugo Adobe is located at
2211 Bonita Drive in Glendale 91208.
EUROPEAN COMPOSERS
HIGHLIGHTED BY SALON DE
MUSIQUES
The next presentation of Salon de
Musiques is on May 4 and features three
composers from Eastern Europe: Antonin
Dvorak, Alexander Borodin, and Dmitri
Shostakovitch.
The performers are Jessica Guideri
and Roger Wilkie (violins), Shawn Mann
(viola), John Walz (cello) and Robert Thies
(piano).
An informal Q&A with the artists will
follow the performance and a gourmet
buffet dinner provided by Patina with
French champagne will be served.
Tickets are $39 for student, and $65
(includes dinner and drinks).
The performance takes place at 4
‘HOMAGE TO BACH’ ON
p.m. at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion,
CONCERT SERIES SLATE
On Sunday May 4, at 2 p.m., cellist fifth floor, 135 N. Grand Ave, Los Angeles.
Maksim Velichkin will perform in the
second concert on the 2014 Brand NOON CONCERTS OPEN TO
Associates Music Series. He will be PUBLIC
Glendale Noon Concerts is a free
performing music by Bach, Henze,
Gianopoulos and Whittington. Also on admission concert series taking place
the program will be “Fifteen-Minutes-of every first and third Wednesday from
Fame – Homage to Bach,” 15 new one- 12:10 p.m. to12:40 p.m. in the restored
minute pieces written for Velichkin based chapel and sanctuary of the First Baptist
on the notes associated with Bach’s Church of Glendale (downtown at Louise
& Wilson, no religious affiliation).
name.
The next concert is on Wednesday,
Admission is free and a reception will
follow the concert. The concert will take May 7 and features the Calico Winds
place in the Brand Library Recital Hall, woodwind quintet performing “Clown
Music.”
1601 W. Mountain St. in Glendale.
First Baptist Church of Glendale, 209 N.
Louise St. (at Wilson)
in Glendale.
LADIES WITH BABIES 2014
FAMILY CONVENTION “ODE TO
CPR CLASSES AT USC VHH
THE MOTHER”
USC Verdugo Hills Hospital offers
The community is invited to attend a
special family event called “Ode to the cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Mother,” a free celebration at the Church training classes to community members
of Scientology – Pasadena on May 4 from to help them learn this important skill.
Classes will be held on May 7 and
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for families hosted by
Ladies with Babies networking group. June 28 from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The
Sponsors include Whole Foods and Heartsaver certification classes, which
are part of the hospital’s family education
Bellies, Babies & Bosoms of Montrose.
The celebration includes childcare, program, provide instruction for CPR
crafts and activities for kids jewelry skills, including adult/child one-person
making by Kidd’s Jewelry Heist, vendors rescue and choking maneuvers.
CPR classes are offered at USC-VHH,
with unique gifts, handmade jewelry,
candles and more for sale, treats and food located at 1812 Verdugo Blvd. in Glendale
sample/snacks for the kids, too. There 91208, in the Council Room (located on
will be a photo booth for instant family the fourth floor lobby).
The class fee is $60 per person
portraits, seminars on health, fitness and
nutrition and raffles for valuable prizes. (includes textbook).
Reservations are required. For more
The event is free with the exception
of a VIP luncheon and expert panel on information or to register, call (818) 9522272 or visit www.uscvhh.org.
parenting (call for details). For more information or to RSVP, call
RED DAY HONORS YWCA
Athena at (818) 984-1001.
Church of Scientology Pasadena, 35 S.
The YWCA Glendale is the recipient of
Raymond Ave., Pasadena
the Red Day (Renew, Energize, Donate)
recipient of Keller Williams at Americana.
‘FIESTACITA’ COMING TO
Red Day is a companywide initiative
CATALINA VERDUGO ADOBE
dedicated to celebrating Keller Williams
Days of the Verdugo Heritage Realty’s year-round commitment to
Association presents “Fiestacita” at improving local communities.
Keller Williams at Americana will
Catalina Verdugo Adobe on Sunday, May
be collecting much needed items for
4 from noon to 4 p.m.
Tickets are available at the door and clients of the YWCA Glendale’s Domestic
cost $25 for adults; children ages from Violence program, such as booster seats,
strollers, luggage, towels, bedding, etc.
(a full list can be downloaded at http://
glendaleywca.org/support-us/). This
event is on May 8 at the YWCA Glendale
from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
YWCA Glendale, 735 E. Lexington Dr.,
Glendale
CALTECH PRESENTS 34TH
ANNUAL BANDORAMA
Caltech will present its 34th Annual
BANDORAMA concert featuring the
Caltech -Occidental Concert Band and
the Caltech Monday Night Jazz Band.
This event will take place on Friday, May
9 and Saturday, May 10 at 8 p.m. in Ramo
Auditorium.
The Caltech - Occidental Concert
Band, directed by William Bing, will
present Paul Asimow and Zachary
Erickson as guest conductors, Julia Ziac
as horn soloist, Kjerstin Williams as vocal
soloist, and Les Deutsch performing his
own composition “Concerto for Organ
and Concert Band”. There will also be
music by Grainger, Ticheli, Deutsch,
Gershwin, Whitacre, and Saint-Saëns.
This program will also take place in the
Disney Concert Hall on June 18 at 7 p.m.
The Caltech Monday Night Jazz Band,
directed by Barb Catlin will present a
tribute to Los Angeles composers Bill
Holman, John Bambridge and Allen
Carter plus music by Pat Metheny, Thad
Jones & New York composer Magali
Souriau.
Admission is free and no tickets are
required. For more information, call (626)
395-3295 or visit bands.caltech.edu.
LCWC HOSTING TEA
The La Crescenta Woman’s Club
is having a spring tea party at the
clubhouse on Saturday, May 10. Seating
begins at 11 a.m. Lunch includes tea
sandwiches scones and desserts. The
afternoon features a silent auction and
an award will be presented for the best
hat.
The cost is $25 per person. Make
checks payable to the La Crescenta
Woman’s Club and mail to P.O. Box 106,
Verdugo City 91046. Proceeds benefit
local charities. The LCWC is a non-profit
organization.
For more information, contact Dawna
Berger at (818) 957-6939.
La Crescenta Woman’s Club, 4004 La
Crescenta Ave., La Crescenta
AAUW GLENDALE MAY BRANCH
MEETING
The May meeting of the AAUW is
being held at Oakmont Country Club on
Saturday, May 10 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The cost is $25 per person that includes
brunch.
The program includes a presentation
to student grant awardees. Speaker
is Alen Andriassian, Outreach and
Assessment manager at Glendale
Community College. Andriassian will
discuss the full range of counseling
and assessment systems available to
students.
For reservationsm call Susie Robinson
at (818) 951-6104. Please reserve by
Wednesday, May 7.
Oakmont Country Club, 3100 Country
Club Drive, Glendale
You’ll be blessed with a Solar Eclipse in
Taurus and your financial sector early this
week. This Eclipse acts like a turbocharged
New Moon to boost your money sector
into being more productive. You may
experience one or two ups and downs in
the process, but you’ll appreciate why this
was necessary further down the line. Later,
Venus enters your sign to enhance romance
in a fiery and passionate way. This week the
thrill of the chase may tempt you.
B TAURUS April 20 - May 20
Big news for you as a Solar Eclipse in your
sign brings the promise of dynamic change
your way. This may be how the cosmos will
shake up areas of your life in which you’ve
grown complacent. You might need to
part company with situations and, in some
cases, relationships that no longer serve
you. The upside of this is that you’ll have
plenty of space for all the new and exciting
things coming your way. On another note,
romance has a spicy, pleasantly intense
quality.
C GEMINI May 21 - June 20
Dreams may be physically powerful and
contain important guidance for you this
week. Keep a notebook and pencil by
your bed and write down any particularly
insightful reveries that come your way. This
can be good week for meditation and, in
particular, spiritual practices such as yoga,
tai chi, or other body-based disciplines
that can help you feel centered and poised.
Later, Venus hikes in to give your social
sector a lively boost. It’s time for some
exciting love adventures!
CANCER June 21 - July 22
A new friend may make a positive
contribution to your life over the weeks and
months ahead. This week a Solar Eclipse in
your social sector could spark a connection
that has special potential for both of you. It’s
also possible that you’ll need to make a key
decision to unlock the creative possibilities
in a partnership. The movement of Venus
into Aries could stimulate professional
relationships. Mingling with other business
folk on your wavelength could bring new
opportunities your way.
E LEO July 23 - August 22
Positive opportunities in your career sector
bring a chance for lucrative assignments
and prosperous connections. A Solar
Eclipse on Monday could boost the
potential for good things to happen in this
zone. Along with this, a desire to explore
new options may be offset by a need to get
your bearings. Recent dynamic activity may
have left you feeling a little shell-shocked.
This week you get a chance to assess your
priorities and make a plan that can help you
forge ahead in the coming months.
G LIBRA Sept. 23 - Oct. 22
Dynamic tension still exists in key areas of
your life, except that this week you may feel
more accepting of the changes you need to
make. While last week could have been a bit
of a shock, this week brings the opportunity
to stabilize your thinking and start planning.
A Solar Eclipse in your sensitive Eighth
House could trigger opportunities for a
positive business partnership or lucrative
deal. Although this might not happen right
away, it’s a good time to explore your
options.
H SCORPIO Oct. 23 - Nov. 21
Perhaps there will be good news from a
romance or business partner concerning
positive financial gains. A Solar Eclipse
in Taurus could ring in the changes. If
you’re in an unstable situation, you may
be looking for more security, which might
prompt changes to a key partnership. If
your relationship is largely positive, you can
work through this and come out stronger.
However, if you’ve been aware of cracks in
the walls for some time, you might decide
to call it quits.
I SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22 - Dec. 21
Health and wellness options get a boost
early in the week, perhaps prompting you
to consider a new diet or exercise routine.
There’s also positive news on the work
front, as changes could mean a boost in
earnings or a promotion. If you’ve been
applying for a new job, you might get some
good news. Later, as Venus glides into
Aries, romance and pleasure opportunities
look much livelier. Enjoy a few social
outings. It might help take your mind off
more pressing matters!
J CAPRICORN Dec. 22 - Jan. 19
Is love in the air? This week’s Solar Eclipse
in sensual Taurus might be a sign that it is.
Passion could develop fairly quickly should
you find yourself falling in love, but don’t
rush! Entering a relationship at the time of
an Eclipse can be tricky business because
you never know where it might lead. Things
might seem to be on hold in your career as
Mars continues to rewind, but the Eclipse
spotlights creative options that could
inspire lucrative progress.
K AQUARIUS Jan. 20 - Feb. 18
After a hectic time last week, you might
be looking forward to a little rest and
relaxation. This week’s Solar Eclipse in
your home sector could encourage you to
spend more time nurturing your body and
listening to your soul. Though you may still
be busy and have decisions to make, there
is wisdom in allowing yourself to kick back.
You’ll find it easier to regain your productive
mental attitude if you take the chance to
recharge your batteries.
. PISCES Feb. 19 - March 20
F VIRGO August 23 - Sept. 22
While money matters still need careful
handling, you’ll do best when you take
time to balance your accounts and cover all
your bases. Although it’s still appropriate to
expect the unexpected after last week’s run
of dynamic aspects, you can now begin to
explore inspiring ways to achieve financial
stability and even independence. Along
with this, a Solar Eclipse might entice you
to consider travel or study plans, both of
which may benefit you further down the
line.
It might be a good idea to sort out priorities
and plan ahead for future success. A very
potent Solar Eclipse could bring good news
your way, perhaps an assignment or new
contract or a deal you can’t refuse. As this
Eclipse is in Taurus, there is a very fertile,
lucrative energy to commitments and
interactions. This is your chance to forge
ahead while enhancing your money luck.
As Mercury glides into Aries, it might be
time to talk to a financial adviser.
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NOTES & NODS
Grief Support Series Offered by La Canada Presbyterian Church
Grief Share is a six-week
grief support group offered
at La Canada Presbyterian
Church beginning Sunday,
May 4, from 4 p.m. to 5:30
p.m. in the church library.
The support session will
be led by Patrice Gibson, a
Stephen minister at LCPC,
as well as Rev. Beth Palmer
and Rev. Susan Wallace Moriarty. It centers on a series
of DVDs that address various aspects of grief. Each
meeting will also include a
group discussion on a daily
topic. All are welcome to attend.
La Cañada Presbyterian
Church is located at 626
Foothill Blvd. The library is
located just to the left of the
sanctuary. For further information, visit lacanadapc.org
or call (818) 790-6708.
Calendar Items at LCCRS
The Center for Spiritual Living – La Crescenta
is having a rummage sale
on Saturday, May 3 at the
church. Bring in unwanted
treasures! Sign up to volunteer for this fun shopping
day.
Plan now to attend Cowboy Church on July 13 at 10
a.m.
Please join us for our Sunday celebration services. The
metaphysical lesson starts at
9:45 a.m., and then our celebration service at 10 a.m.
Center for Spiritual Living is located at 4845 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta.
Prayer Breakfast Planned
The community is invited
to the 3rd Annual Prayer
Breakfast being held on
Tuesday, May 6 at First Baptist Church – La Crescenta.
Doors open at 6:30 a.m.;
breakfast is from 7 a.m. to
8:30 a.m.
Keynote speaker is Rodger Kamstra who will present, “Speaking Life into the
Next Generation.”
Kamstra was a teacher at
the International Christian
School in Vienna, Austria;
the youth pastor at Cherry
Creek Presbyterian Church
in Denver, Colo. and Campus Life director in Sacramento. He has worked with
inner city outreaches in those
cities and also worked with
outreaches in Los Angeles,
Gulfport, Miss., Folsom
State Prison and the California Youth Prison. His international outreach experience
includes Ghana, Mexico and
Guatemala.
The cost is $10 to attend.
First Baptist Church – La
Crescenta is located at 4441
La Crescenta Ave., La Crescenta.
Tuesday Table Talk
On Tuesday, May 6, Bethel Church will host a lecture
by Katia Bruxvoort speaking
on “Malaria 101- Snapshots
from Tanzania.”
One child in sub-Saharan
Africa dies every minute
from malaria, even though
it is preventable and curable.
Bruxvoort, who holds a Master of Public Health degree
in global epidemiology from
Emory University and is a
PhD candidate at the London School of Hygiene and
Tropical Medicine, will give
an overview of the disease,
how it can be controlled and
current global challenges,
with pictures and examples
from her work in Tanzania.
The lecture will be preceded
by a potluck supper.
The potluck starts at 6:30
p.m., the presentation starts
at 7:15 p.m., followed by
dessert and discussion at
about 8:15 p.m. Free.
Bethel Church, 10725
Penrose St., Sun Valley
Spiritually
Speaking
Spiritually Speaking answers personal questions and concerns from a spiritual perspective.
Local religious leaders taking part in the discussion include Mark Yeager/Chaplain YMCA of
the Foothills; Bryan Griem of Montrose Community Church; Jon Karn of Light on the Corner
Church; Kimberlie Zakarian of Holy House Ministries; Skip Lindeman of La Cañada Congregational
United Church of Christ; Rabbi Simcha Backman of Chabad of Glendale; Rabbi Janet Bieber of Jewish
Community & Learning Center of the Foothills; Levent Akbarut of Islamic Congregation of La Cañada
Flintridge; Betty Stapleford of Unitarian Universalist; Steve Marshall of CV United Methodist Church;
Elaine Cho of La Canada United Methodist Church; Holly Stauffer of St. Luke’s of the Mountains
Episcopal Church; Beverly Craig of La Crescenta Center for Spiritual Living; Randy Foster of Christian
Life Church; Centers for Spiritual Living Practitioners: Laney Clevenger-White, Sandra Shields, Anthony Kelson, Gary Bates;
Marsalee Forrestar/Shamanic Practitioner; Mary Morgan of Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living; and Sharon Weisman,
atheist/agnostic/secular humanist/free thinker. We welcome your questions and comments. Email us at [email protected].
Responses are offered from the perspectives of individual clergy members, which may or may not be in agreement with other
respondents of Spiritually Speaking nor the editor and staff of the Crescenta Valley Weekly.
Q
uestion:
My daughter and
her husband are going
through some very
difficult financial times because of
illness. My daughter has been working
throughout her husband’s illness that
took him off work for almost a year.
She did her best to keep up with the
bills, add to those medical bills, but
that wasn’t enough. Now he is back
at work and although they now have
two incomes once again and are doing
their best to catch up, the bank is
attempting to foreclose on their home.
These are two responsible adults
with two beautiful young children and
they attend church regularly. I don’t
have the financial resources to help
them or believe me, I would.
Two questions: I know business
is business; however, where is the
“heart” in business as in the bank
trying to take their home away; and
what can we do as a family to relieve
the stress, strain and despair?
~ Worried Mom
Dear Worried Mom,
Your question is very timely; I was
just reading the article in the L.A.
Times about how older children, aged
50 to 60, have to move back in with
their parents due to financial concerns.
I personally know many people
[who] are in similar circumstances
your daughter is facing, and it is
a worrisome time for parents and
families.
So as far as the practice of
businesses, there are a wide variety of
ways banks are responding to the past
due mortgage payments. Some are in
a position to help more than others.
I would advise sitting down with the
bank and finding out what can be
done. Their answer will dictate the
next step and I would advise talking
to someone who has knowledge about
the lending industry and how best to
proceed, someone not associated with
that particular bank that holds the
home loan.
To your second question:
difficult circumstances can impact
relationships, whether it is a health
crisis, a job crisis, or a housing crisis. It
is good to look at what choices you can
make, and which have been made for
you. You always have a choice, just not
the one you wish for. Being realistic
and laying out the options you have
is a good way to form a plan that may
be painful in the short term, but will
pay off down the line.
As far as relieving stress and strain
of this situation, talking to the pastor
at their church is a good first step.
Also asking them what they need is
a good way to be the most helpful.
Do they need help around the house,
babysitting and a trip to a park?
Listening is the most underrated
way we can help support others;
taking the time to be attentive and
understanding is golden.
Of course, praying for them, and
RELIGION SERVICE DIRECTORY
Center for Spiritual
Living - La Crescenta
“Where it is our dream to help you build
and manifest your dreams!”
4845 Dunsmore Ave.
La Crescenta, CA
91214
(818) 249-1045
Celebration Service Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Ongoing spiritual
growth 7:00
classes
Wednesday
Night Service
p.m.
and counseling available
To be in our
Ser vice
Director y
contact
Erika Bishop
at
(818) 248-2740
Pastor Steve Poteete-Marshall
Crescenta Valley United Methodist
Church
[email protected]
Dear Worried Mom,
There is nothing harder than living
in the world and wearing it like a
loose garment at the same time. I’m
one of those people who just doesn’t
understand the cruel realities of
business or an attitude of profit first,
compassion later. So when I’m up
against those painful realities that
might be causing the stress, strain
and despair you are speaking of, I
have to go to my spiritual teachers.
My favorite of Jesus’ teachings in
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even for the bankers, is a good way
to discern how God is working in this
situation. We have just celebrated the
power of God who raised Jesus from
the dead; this resurrection power is
at work all the time, bringing new
possibilities to even the most difficult
situations.
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Light on the Corner Church
Pastor Jon Karn
1911 Waltonia Drive
Montrose
(818) 249-4806
Sunday services 10:45 a.m.
www.lightonthecorner.org
Congratulations
Montrose
On Your
Church
CLOSING BUSINESS Lutheran
100th
Birthday!
in the Foothills
SALE
Everything
Must GO!
including
shelves and
fixtures!
818-249-4004
2264 Honolulu Avenue
ST. BEDE the VENERABLE
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
(Missouri Synod)
1700 Foothill Blvd.
La Cañada Flintridge
SUNDAYS AT LCIF
Worship and Communion 8AM & 10AM
Children’s Church 10AM
Sunday School for Youth and Adults 9AM
PASTOR BRUCE JOHNSON
www.lcifoothills.org /818-790-1951
(Missouri Synod)
COME JOIN OUR CHURCH FAMILY
2723 Orange Avenue,
La Crescenta, CA 91214
818-248-3738
www.glcmslc.org
Adult Bible Study: Sundays 9AM
Worship & Children’s Sunday School: 10AM
Koinonia (Singing & Bible study):
Wednesdays 7PM
COME MEET US!
St. Luke’s
of-the-Mountains
Episcopal Church
Sundays
Gathering 9:30AM
Worship 10:00AM
Domingo Misa en Español a las 12:00PM
Sunday School and Child Care
All are Welcome
2563 Foothill Blvd, La Crescenta
818-248-3639
http://stlukeslacrescenta.org/
www.facebook.com:
St. Luke’s of the Mountains Episcopal Church
A Catholic Community ~
Here to Worship, Called to Serve
ALL ARE WELCOME
Rev. Msgr. Antonio Cacciapuoti, Pastor
Rev. Greg Dongkore, Associate Pastor
Deacon Augie Won
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
Masses
Monday-Friday: 8:10 a.m.
Saturday: 8:10 a.m.,
and Vigil Mass at 5:30 p.m.
Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m., 5:30 p.m.
Others
Vespers: Monday-Friday 5:30 p.m.
Reconciliation: Saturdays
4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
or by appointment
Rosary: 8:30 a.m.
Weekdays and following Vespers
215 Foothill Boulevard
La Canada Flintridge, California 91011
(818) 949-4300 • www.bede.org
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GIFTS ~ STATIONERY ~ GAMES ~ TOYS
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TORY T IM
EVERY SATURDAY AT 11 AM
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MOTHER’S DAY ~ SUNDAY, MAY 11TH
Summer Jute Bags
In A Variety of Patterns
Bath Shower Gels
Lilac~Gardenia~Peony
Tea for One
Esteban~Scented
Ceramics
Whimsical
Mugs
Bath Salts from Hydra
SPRING GARDENING IS HERE!
times of trial is Matthew 6:25-34. Jesus
reminds me that I am of such great value
to God in being of service to God that I will
always be taken care of by God. God cares for
the birds of the air; will not God care for me
also, giving me everything I need to thrive
in this life?
Not worrying is the most difficult thing in
the world. Taking some time out with your
favorite spiritual book for quiet meditation
or prayer under times of duress can calm our
hearts and minds but goes against everything
the world says about what we should do.
We need to make sure we are taking care
of business, paying the mortgage, the bills,
taking care of our bodies, being a good
employee, etc., but taking time out for our
spiritual life is just as important. Once we are
calm and not acting out of panic mode, we can
then ask for help. Maybe there is someone
your daughter or son-in-law knows who could
give them more insight into the banking
system, refinancing, fighting the foreclosure.
Praying and inviting the Spirit to walk with
us while negotiating the landmines of life
helps us to allow what will be to be without
fighting or causing ourselves and our loved
ones more stress and strife.
And then there is this last line from the
Matthew passage that is always helpful
to remember and reminds us to live in the
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This may be difficult to
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writing to defend President
Obama. I was raised to believe that once a
leader is elected, in the spirit of democracy,
we should support them. Quite frankly, I’m
tired of Obama-bashing, much of which is
done by my so-called Christian friends who
seem to have split personalities. So much for
unconditional love.
Why is it that people of faith react
differently, totally ignoring their spiritual
beliefs, when it comes to politics?
~ Frustrated Patriot
Dear Frustrated Patriot ~
Sadly, politics has a way of bringing out
the unsavory side of people. Even those most
dedicated to their faith can get sidetracked by
the mere mention of someone who does not
espouse the same political tenets or share
sentiments that do not align with their own
values and morals. Some may even engage
in activities that smear the reputation of
our leaders through excessive criticism,
delegitimizing the strength of our country,
our policies, and our character as a nation.
William Wilberforce once commented about
resisting opportunities to demonize our
enemies in favor of expressing love toward
them. Although this has been modeled
throughout the ages by spiritual leaders as
appropriate behavior and as a living example
of unconditional love, people of faith, as with
anyone else, sometimes have a tendency to
abandon their beliefs and operate under
a misguided arrogance that serves to
undermine the true essence of the quest,
which is often to right some wrong or correct
an injustice. Practical application of belief
systems and the foundations of faith can
be elusive in the heat of a political moment
or argument, rendering an unfortunate
disregard for the spiritual truth in favor of a
more temporal solution.
In the end, those who choose to neglect
teachings such as these will be held
accountable and will be culpable of not
heeding the examples set before them.
Perhaps those who see the injustices in
these types of practices, such as yourself,
will be able to model more appropriate
behavior and express tolerance and regard
for political leaders, as well as to those who
display demeaning practices, as an example
of unity, support, and national pride.
Kudos to you for supporting the spirit of
democracy even though you may not accept
the totality of the platform.
Lucinda Guarino
YMCA Chaplain Services
[email protected]
Dear Frustrated Patriot,
It seems to me that what is lacking in those
who feel it necessary to bash political leaders
who don’t follow their partisan persuasion
is the fruit of the Spirit. And the first fruit
of the Spirit talked about in the Scriptures
is the one you referred to in your comments
– love! The kind of unbiased, non-sectarian
and unconditional love that Christ himself
lived and taught.
Unfortunately we live in an increasingly
permissive society that is reaping the selfcenteredness and lack of respect for authority
that has become prevalent since the 1960s.
Even some who profess to be followers of
Christ have been caught up in the selfish
mentality that it’s acceptable to say anything
about anyone at any time, especially if their
beliefs and values don’t align perfectly with
theirs. This is directly contrary to what
Christ admonishes regarding love.
New Testament writers such as the
apostle Paul gave clear instruction regarding
the approach we should take towards our
leaders. He wrote, “I urge, then, first of all,
that requests, prayers, intercession and
thanksgiving be made for everyone – for
kings and all those in authority, that we may
live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness
and holiness. This is good, and pleases God
our Savior, who wants all men to be saved
and to come to a knowledge of the truth.” (1
Timothy 2:1-4)
He also told the Roman Christians who
lived under strict Roman domination,
“Everyone must submit himself to the
governing authorities, for there is no authority
except that which God has established. The
authorities that exist have been established
by God. Consequently, he who rebels against
the authority is rebelling against what God
has instituted, and those who do so will bring
judgment on themselves.” (Romans 13:1-2)
Jesus himself clearly taught that we
should show respect and honor to those in
authority over us when he answered the
religious leaders of his day regarding their
question of paying taxes. (Matthew 22:15-22)
People today need to respect authority.
And those who profess to be followers of
Christ should be first in line – no matter who
occupies the White House.
Pastor Randy Foster
Christian Life Church
[email protected]
May 1, 2014
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» Montrose
» Mary
Dawson
S h o p p i n g Pa r k N e w s
It’s a PARTY
This Sunday &
YOU Are Invited!
Kids, Kritters, Foodies, Music, Farmers, & fun!
Families, foodies, friends and neighbors: the Montrose Shopping Park
has a boatload of fun planned for you Sunday. Where else can you get
a “Taste of Montrose” while you listen to live street music and watch
multibreed canines being paraded for your enjoyment? This is when all
the well-behaved dawgs come to town. Shopping, dining, fresh veggies,
flowers, music, exotic pets and a fun zone, too. There is something for
everyone to make a day of it. Y’all come out now, hear?
» News from the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce
J’s Maintenance 45th Anniversary Celebration
“We serve the community to help and make it a better place for everyone.” ~ Chris Waldheim
Over 45 years ago, Ed and Linda
Waldheim took a leap of faith and
purchased a small janitorial company
called Joe’s, later J’s Maintenance.
A small operation, Ed and Linda
did everything from sales in the day
and service at night. They secured
accounts with JC Penny, Sears,
Levitz Furniture and Home Depot
and its foundation. They grew this
family venture into one of the most
loved and respected businesses in our
community.
Today, J’s Maintenance and J’s
Maids, which was established in
1996, serves a mix of residential
customers, local businesses and
national retailers. J’s takes great
pride in “making life less complicated
for you and your family.”
At their core is a belief in caring
for their clients and treating their
employees as part of their extended
family. Ed and Linda’s son Chris,
who now runs the company, told
me, “The biggest reward for me is
being able to provide a living for
all of our employees. They work
so hard every single day. Knowing
that their livelihood depends on us
is a big responsibility.” That sense
of responsibility is very important
to the Waldheims: “We carry that
responsibility to the state and
federal level by working to level the
playing field in an industry filled with
companies that ignore many different
laws.”
To say that J’s Maintenance is
active in our community would be an
understatement. Chris and his team
believe that an enriched community
benefits everyone, and that
partnering and building relationships
with clients enables them to be better
served. You have to live under one of
the many rocks in La Crescenta not
to have seen Chris and his team in
action supporting local organizations.
“We are very proud of the more than
$50,000 we donate back each year to
local and national charities as well as
local schools and organizations,” he
said.
You can’t say the name “Chris
Waldheim”
without
somehow
incorporating Relay For Life in the
same sentence. Holding a very special
place in his heart, Chris has been at
the forefront of bringing this inspiring
event to our foothills.
Cynthia Livingston, the current
principal of Rosemont Middle School,
shared this touching memory: “I will
never forget my first Relay For Life.
My Fremont [Elementary] team
was there, walking to support one
of our teachers who was battling
cancer.....Each lap I walked, there
was Chris offering his warm smile
and encouraging thumbs up to carry
on. ...His inspiration touched my life
and so many others that night. I am
forever grateful for Chris Waldheim.”
Chris and J’s have also been loyal
friends to Clark Magnet High School,
supporting both their robotics and
bike teams. David Black, the robotics
leader said, “Chris Waldheim and J’s
Maintenance have been an asset to
the continued growth of the FIRST
Robotics Team 696.”
Carol Pettegrew, Clark’s Mountain
bike team director, shared, “Chris/J’s
Maids/J’s Maintenance has sponsored
the Clark bike team since it began.
[Chris] calls Clark ‘the best kept
secret in the foothills.’ He is probably
more deserving of that title, because
he does so much that people don’t
even know about.”
There are many lives that the
Waldheim family and J’s have touched
throughout their 45 years. Please join
us and the Montrose Verdugo City
Chamber of Commerce in celebrating
and congratulating them during our
May business mixer on Wednesday,
May 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at J’s
located at 3550 Foothill Blvd. in La
Crescenta. We look forward to seeing
you there!
Leila Bell
Executive Director
Crescenta Valley Chamber of
Commerce
(818) 248-4957
[email protected]
» Montrose Verdugo-City Chamber of Commerce
Glendale City Council Candidates Forum
and Celebrating a 45-Year-Old Business
Happy 11th Birthday, Revelation Tops!
Over at Revelation Tops (2321 ½ Honolulu Ave.), May is an exciting
month, celebrating 11 years in Montrose with $11 off on a new top.
That means one of your $40 tops is only $29 when you mention this ad.
Revelation is ready for summer and has all the latest fashion trends
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Now thru May 11,
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to go for that elegant gift
for Mom with free gift
wrap included. So when
you think “Mom,” think
“Montrose”. She’ll thank
you for it!
La Perla Design Gallery has Mom’s initial.
Mary Dawson promotes the Montrose
Shopping Park. She and her family own
Mountain Rose Gifts and Revelation Tops.
On Monday, May 5, the MontroseVerdugo City Chamber of Commerce
is holding a Glendale City Council
candidates forum so you can make
an informed decision at the polls
on June 3 when you cast your vote
during the June primary election.
You should have already received
your official voter information guide
from the state. The forum, hosted
by Glendale News Press Editor
Dan Evans, is at 7 p.m. at the Sparr
Heights Community Center. We
are will have all five city council
candidates up here to ask them the
questions we need answers to. You
will be voting in this special election
to fill one seat on the Glendale city
dias. Only those living in the City
of Glendale will be able to vote for
Glendale City Council and your
ballot choices will reflect that.
For more information about
all the candidates, log onto
Glendalevotes.org. Do you have
a question for the Glendale City
Council candidates? Please email
[email protected],
log
onto
www.montrosechamber.org
or call (818) 249-7171 with your
questions. You will also be able to
submit written questions at the
event.
Our May business mixer will be
held on Wednesday, May 7 at 6 p.m.
at J’s Maintenance, 3550 Foothill
Blvd., La Crescenta. J’s is a local
commercial and residential cleaning
service that has been around since
1969. At its heart, J’s Maintenance
is a family-owned and operated
business that is celebrating 45
years serving our community. Some
of the companies that J’s provides
janitorial services for include the
Home Depot, Warner Bros., the
City of Glendale, and various
car dealerships. J’s Maid Service
was created when the number of
requests to provide housecleaning
services increased.
What are the benefits of using
J’s Maid Service? They clean green,
furnish all supplies and equipment,
use a full line of Green Seal Certified
cleaning chemicals specially tested
and chosen for house cleaning. Their
equipment is cleaned after each
home and they “team clean” your
home for consistency and efficiency
allowing the maids to double check
each other’s work. According to J’s
Maintenance Chief Financial Officer
Chris Waldheim, “We do everything
in our business as if it were for our
own families. We encourage our staff
to find opportunities to be engaged
locally and our management
has a four-decade tradition of
volunteerism.”
J’s Maintenance is actively
involved in our community because
they believe that an enriched
community benefits everyone. J’s
also partners with their clients
in their social endeavors to help
further their philanthropic goals. In
2010, J’s partnered with the Home
Depot Foundation in a complete
home remodel located in an at-need
community for an under-served
family. But J’s doesn’t stop
there. J’s also supports many local
charities in the Crescenta Valley.
Chris Waldheim has helped the
chamber with its annual Oktoberfest
celebration for the past 15 years.
The chamber recently christened
its Oktoberfest Volunteer of the
Year Award the Chris Waldheim
Oktoberfest Volunteer of the Year
Award.
J’s is a company that works
tirelessly
to
reduce
their
environmental footprint. They have
the largest 12kw solar power system
in CV, use Solartubes for lighting in
their office, have energy efficient airconditioning units and travel in fourcylinder vehicles around town.
“We are doing everything we
can to build an environmentally
sustainable business. At times, GWP
will credit us for generating excess
power that is distributed into the
grid and used by all of our neighbors.
It’s a good feeling,” said Chris.
Why choose J’s? J’s has employees,
not subcontractors; they provide
experienced supervisors on site,
handle all the details, are industry
specialists and provide specialized
training. They have the experience
of 45 years, they clean green,
provide accurate on time reporting,
use advanced technology and their
customers are their best advertising.
Melinda Clarke
Executive Director
Montrose-Verdugo City
Chamber of Commerce
3516 N Verdugo Road
Glendale, CA 91208
(818) 249-7171
www.montrosechamber.org
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