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by Timothy Rutt
Perry's Joint, 2051 N. Lincoln Ave., will host the next "Coffee with the Captain" event next Thurs., July 19, from 8 - 10 AM.
Meet with Altadena Sheriff Capt. John S. Benedict to discuss community issues, learn about recent crime trends, how to start a Neighborhood Watch Program, or more.
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Family Dance Nights continue this Friday at Sue B. Dance Company, 2525 Lake Ave # 5, from 6:15-7:15 PM.
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by Timothy Rutt
Believe it or not, even tho' it's summer and school is out, it's not too early to worry about the next school year.
The Pasadena Education Network is holding a free seminar for parents Monday morning, July 16, on school fundraising: learn why people give, how to ask and for what, and different types of fundraising. Find out options and limits, and what PTAs can and cannot fundraise for.
The seminar is on Monday, July 16, 9:30-11:30 AM at the Flintridge Center, 236 West Mountain, Suite 117 in Pasadena. To register or for more information, go to their website.
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The Coffee Gallery's artist of the month for July is Diane Destiny.
Destiny received her MFA Degree from California State University, Los Angeles. Since graduation she has taught at Mission College, CSU Northridge, Polytechnic, Pomona and CSU Los Angeles to name a few. She has had eight one-person exhibits, the last in Bergamot Station, Santa Monica. Ms. Destiny has also exhibited her work in competitive and invitational annuals and group exhibitions far too many to list.
She received the Annual Juried Exhibition of Works on Paper, Purchase Award, Brand Library Art Galleries and the Annual Westwood Art Association first place cash award. In addition she has won other prizes and awards. She was also awarded a Sculpture Commission for Southern Colorado State University, Pueblo, Colorado.
Her work can be found in the following publications: “Feminists Who Changed America 1963 – 1975”, The International Library of Photography, Priceless Treasures, 1999; “Visions Art Quarterly,” 1993/94; and Guide to Artists in Southern California Art Resource Publication, Cambridge Who’s Who www.cambridgewhoswho.com, L. A. Rising: So Cal Artists Before 1980 by Lyn Kienholz, and has self-published poetry.
Her work is in permanent collections at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington, DC and the Brand Library, Glendale.
Of her Coffee Gallery show, Destiny writes:
Visionary Poetry is a give and take process where the artist, Diane Destiny, creates the vision based on a poem written by Joyce Stein OR the artist creates the vision and the poet responds by writing a poem based on the art piece. The images are created on the computer, printed on canvas, presented on brushed aluminum and finished as an encaustic painting. Encaustic is an archaic medium that literally means “to burn.”
My work is a contemporary expression executing the Ancient use of Pigmented Wax. The medium of encaustic is the master of layer after layer of intrigue resulting in multiple surprises. Poetry makes the reader experience through the verse and its rhythm the thoughts and feelings of the poet. The words chosen are based on the poet’s reaction to the visual impact of the art piece. Words have their own color and shape and the artist reacts to them with her individual vision of their meaning. The art piece and the poem are designed to complement each other. Each Painting is accompanied by an audio recording for the viewer to listen to the Poem while viewing the Painting. Some viewers and readers may find their own interpretation of a specific combination and that adds even more to the viewing.
There will be a reception and poetry reading on Sun., July 29 at the Coffee Gallery, 2029 N. Lake, from 4-6 PM.
Website: dianedestiny.com
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by Timothy Rutt
It's Fancy Food Truck Friday on July 13, welcoming summer with the return of Danny's Farm to the family event.
There are some new trucks appearing this month, with Mandoline Grill (VIetnamese), Ta Bom (Brazlilan) Veg It Up, and Waffles De Liege. Hungry Nomad is returning.
Danny's Farm's mobile petting farm will also be there, Penelope the Pig and the other farm animals for young people.
The event is presnted by Webster's Commuity Pharmacy and Webster's Liquors, which also feature seasonal specials in their stores, which will be open throughout the event.
Fancy Food Truck Fridays is from 5-9 PM at the parking lot at the Webster's complex, 2450 N. Lake Avenue, corner of Lake and Marcheta. Parking is available on the lot, in the street, and at designated lots. Admission is free. For more information: 626-797-1163
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by Timothy Rutt
The Altadena Library Foundation, which is seeking funds to remodel and modernize the main library building, will have an art benefit show featuring local photographers John Balian and Edward Stepanian.
Balian and Stepanian will be showcasing and selling their photographic works at the Altadena Main Library Community Room , 600 E. Mariposa St., on Sat., Aug. 11, from 10 AM-4 PM.
Come in and enjoy some artwork and refreshments, and help support the Altadena Library Foundation.
For questions or information: Edward Stepanian at 626-319-4068 or Tina Wallin at 626-798-0833 xt.110
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by Timothy Rutt
The Arroyo Food Co-op (Altadenablog sponsor) has announced the winners of its drawing to be members #499 and #500.
Eugene Imai, the director of the Shumei America Center in Pasadena (where the co-op board holds its meetings) pulled the following names:
Board member Mia Dunn writes: "Cassandra wins a gift certificate to Plate 38 restaurant in Pasadena. Mike receives a copy of the book At Home Pasadena and Mud receives a special #500 buttton, accolades and our eternal appreciation!"
(And yes, Mud Baron is his name, altho' probably not the one he was born with. Conincidentally, he's going to be in a feature story we're working on right now ...)
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by Timothy Rutt
The National Weather Service is predicting more heat today, possibly in the triple digits, as well as an increased fire danger in the mountains.
LA County has opened up 55 cooling centers throughout the county if you need to escape the heat. Locally, the closest are the Altadena Senior Center, 560 E. Mariposa St., open Mon-Fri. 8 AM-5 PM; and the Pasadena Senior Center, 85 East Holly St., Pasadena, open Mon-Fri. 8:30 AM-4:30 PM and Sat. 8:30 AM-3 PM.
We also recommend the Altadena Main Library, 600 E. Mariposa St., as a good place to spend a few hours out of the heat.
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by Timothy Rutt
A presentation from Walmart will be the big event at next week's meeting of the Altadena Town Council.
In addition to the usual reports and transferring power -- several councilmembers are ending their terms and others will start theirs during next week's meeting -- there will be a scheduled presentation about the Walmart Neighborhood Market.
The council will meet at 7 PM Tues., July 17, at the Altadena Community Center, 730 E. Altadena Dr.
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by Timothy Rutt
The Altadena Bicycle Club will be offering a free "bike valet" service at the Altadena Farmer's Market through the summer.
According to market manager Joseph Shuldiner, if you bike it to the market at Loma Alta Park from 3-7 PM Wednesday, the newly-formed bicycle club will take care of your wheels while you shop. There'l be a donation jar for valet service, a culb info sign-up sheet and lists of bicycling resources, maps, and the LA County Bicycle Master Plan for Altadena.
The club hosts summer rides each Thursday starting at 6 PM from Steve's Bike Shop, 859 East Mariposa St.
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by Timothy Rutt
The 25th annual Angeles Crest 100 Mile Endurance Run takes place starting Sat., July 21 in Wrightwood and ending Sun., July 22 at Loma Alta Park in Altadena.
In between, runners will cover a 100 mile winding path along the mountains and trails in a race that, for most finishers, will take over 24 hours.
The race's official website is here, including links to live data and Twitter feeds on race day.
Returning this year are two Altadena runners, Diana Treister and Marisol Martinez.
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by Timothy Rutt
Representatives from Walmart are scheduled to speak at a community meeting for Census Tract 4610 on Thurs., July 12, at 6 PM at Jackson Elementary School, 593 W. Woodbury Rd.
Town councilmen Tecumseh Shackelford and Brent Musson, who represent CT4610, arranged the meeting with Walmart representatives to present their plan for the Neighborhood Market to be built at 2408 Lincoln Ave.
Shackelford said that it was particularly important for residents of 4610, as that will be where the market will be located.
Refreshments will be served.
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by Timothy Rutt
Those Manning Bhoys opened up the Sheriff Support Group's summer concert series Saturday night with a mix of Irish favorites, all-American rousers, and even some Allan Sherman classics.
Mostly, the first half of the show was an exploration of family life with the Mannings -- mom, dad, and eight kids, in a family with Irish and Mexican roots, with music in the house. Mike Manning included one of his own songs, about growing up in Altadena.
The second half, they were joined by Cape North, a collection of Scottish fiddlers in the Cape Breton style, who brought their own magic to the night.
As it was the first concert of the season, there was more than a little ceremony, too ... see it all after the jump.
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by Timothy Rutt
The Altadena Sheriff's Station shares this picture of the return of the mother bear and two cubs on Saturday, who decided to have a spa day. (They keep saying they're in Altadena, but they're at Kinneloa Mesa, which this picture should prove). Eventually, they left without any intervention needed. Kinneloa Mesa isn't Altadena, but bears can be anywhere, and if they're out and about, it pays to be cautious!
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The Altadena Libraries present "Drawing Secrets Revealed with Kyle Tiernan" on Tues., July 10.
Kids learn how to draw, during this interactive, draw-along program. Children will complete three illustrations they can take home and show mom and dad. All supplies (pencils/paper) included.
The program is at the Altadena Main Library, 600 E. Mariposa St., at 2 PM, and the Bob Lucas Branch Library, 2659 N. Lincoln Ave., at 4 PM.
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Well, Walmart as a topic hasn't gone away, in fact, it's doubled.
First, a little conjecture on the Calavaras Crater location: Walmart has four store formats -- the Supercenter; the standard Walmart department store (which averages 108,000 square feet, according to ABC News); the Walmart Neighborhood Market grocery store; and a Walmart Express, a smaller department store with some pharmacy and groceries. Our guess is that the Calavaras Crater is a target for either another Neighborhood Market or an Express, which averages 12,000-15,000 square feet, and can easily fit into the space. (ABC News has something on the Express here). It's far too small and doesn't have sufficient parking for a regular Walmart store, and most department store chains don't like having two stories (the first two-story Target was the one on Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena).
But: another Walmart store of any type? Good or bad? Or do you think it's a dodge, a divide-and-conquer strategem, as some have claimed? Give us your opinion in the comments!
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by Timothy Rutt
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Next week's Sheriff Support Group Summer Concert at Farnsworth Park will be the return of the Down Beat Express big band, featuring trumpeter Paul Cacia and vocalist Jennifer Gates.
Cacia is a true "trumpet artist," playing jazz-pop selections from his nine albums recorded over thirty years as a top soloist.
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Recording artist Jennifer Gates sings songs from the Great American Song Book that makes her a perennial Pasadena night club favorite.
Both will be accompied by Altadena’s own Down Beat Express, a 17-piece big band performing their own arrangements of swing era standards and true “blasts from the past” big band hits. Pat Emmett is the music director.
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"Play Me That Old Squeeze Box Song"
from gloriana casey
In Altadena town, I live
and one walmart was sad.
But having TWO, oh me oh my,
this is not good, but bad!
That cyclopes eye, right next to Ralphs,
that crater evil eye
has morphed into a MOUTH, me thinks
will eat us by and by!
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The agency famed for building rockets and gear for exploring the moon and Mars is launching a more earthbound project, building a five-story parking structure near Hahamongna Watershed Park.
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At last, we're getting around to the crime blotter -- and it's burglaries from top to bottom, including a masked perp. Crime blotter provided by Lt. Michael White of the Altadena Sheriff Station.
Friday, June 22
Between 4:30 PM and 2:20 PM (Monday) – A commercial burglary occurred at Eliot Middle School, 2184 N. Lake Av. Suspect(s) entered the location by removing a glass panel. Loss: black Dell monitor, black Dell hard-drive.
Sunday, June 24
Between 10:00 PM and 1:30 PM (Monday) – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 50 block of W. Mountain View Street. Suspect(s) entered the motorhome via unknown means. Loss: currency.
Monday, June 25
Between 11:30 AM and 2:15 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 2200 block of Maiden Lane. Suspect(s) entered the location by removing the window screen. Loss: gray MacBook, black iPad, black Canon camera.
Between 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2500 block of Washington Boulevard. Suspect entered the vehicle by shattering the driver’s side window. Loss: Pioneer car stereo system.
Between 8:30 PM and 11:00 AM – A petty theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 700 block of E. Pine Street. Loss: vehicle owner’s manual to a 07’ BMW.
Tuesday, June 26
Between 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM (Wednesday) – A residential burglary occurred in the 1300 block of Grand Oaks Avenue. Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering the rear window. Loss: silver Mac computer, black and chrome Stanton record player.
Thursday, June 28
Between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM – A petty theft occurred in the 500 block of W. Palm St. Loss: antique brass metal lamp w/yellow and tan lamp shade, black/silver electric skillet.
Between 7:00 PM and 6:30 AM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2100 block of N. Summit Avenue. Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by shattering the passenger side window. Loss: black/gray GPS.
Saturday, June 30
2:00 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 500 block of Colman Street. The victim who was home at the time observed a male, Hispanic, 30-35 years of age, 5 ft. 5 ins, 140 lbs., nylon mask, white t-shirt, black gloves; standing outside of the residence near the bedroom window. The suspect then proceeded to cut the lower portion of the window screen and quickly fled the area when he observed the victim. Suspect last seen northbound from the location. Loss: none.
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Reader Paul, who lives at the corner of Raymond Avenue and Mariposa Street, found this girl tied up and scared on the corner recently. He says his corner seems to be a popular dumping place for dogs. This particular girl is now with animal control at Baldwin Park, if she looks familiar to you:
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Of course you're going to tonight's Sheriff Support Group of Altadena Concert at Farnsworth Park (7 PM), which also features the debut of El Patron Mexican Restaurant as the food vendor. But if you're still craving, El Patron will move down the hill to the Rancho Bar, serving $1 tacos at the Rancho Bar, 2485 N. Lake Ave., starting at 9 PM.
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Revvell Revati continues her "Focus on Fitness" classes, Monday and Friday from 7-8:30 AM and Wednesday evening from 7-8:30 PM. First week of class is free (which can include all three classes). No contracts to sign; no registration fee ... just come and play!Revati is certified in various modalities including Polarity Therapy, Traditional Chineses Medicine, Applied Kinesiology, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) and has been teaching and learning for more than three decades. Class location is on New York Dr. near Lake.
For more exact location and any other information, please email Revvell@gmail.com or call ~ 818-824-4422.
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by Timothy Rutt
Credit where it's due: James Figueroa of the Pasadena Star News/San Gabriel Valley Tribune is reporting tonight that the latest rumor is true: Walmart is looking at the Calavaras Crater on Lake Avenue for another Neighborhood Market. It's not a go, and since there's no building there would have to be a hearing, but there you have it. Details here.
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by Timothy Rutt
An embarrassment of riches in Altadena tomorrow night, both at 7 PM:
The Sheriff Support Group Summer Concert Series opens with Those Manning Bhoys at Farnsworth Park tomorrow, Sat., July 7 at 7 PM. Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich is expected to officially open up Altadena's summer concert season. Admission is free.
Or if that's not to your taste, Bulgarini Gelato will start its Summer Movie Nights at the same time: enjoy a foreign film every Saturday night in the summer. Dinner is available by reservation only, for $13.50 which includes homemade pasta, salad, and a drink. Reservations must be made by Friday (that's today) by email at catering@bulgarinigelato.com or by calling (626)791-6174.
This week's film is "Respiro," the tale of a family living in a small fishing community. Dinner starts at 7:30, the film is free and starts at dark, and gelato will be available throughout.
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by Timothy Rutt
Alta-photog Ibarionex Perello is offering quite a deal on his "Chasing The Light" (Intermediate/Advanced) photography workshop coming up this Saturday, July 21: normally $575, he's offering the all-day workshop for $175.
We'd go if we could spare the day -- all we can tell you is we took the beginning/internediate class last fall. A photo we shot an hour after the class, and applying what we'd learned, was published on the news pages of our content partner the Pasadena Sun -- one of the only times that's happened! We improved our game considerably just by spending some quality time with a master -- we think you will, too. For more details, go here.
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by Timothy Rutt
The Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy announced that it has surpassed its fundraising goal to help preserve 13 acres in Millard Canyon -- and have collected matching funds to boot.
The conservancy received a challenge from the Eaton Canyon Nature Center Associates: if the conservancy could raise $10,000 by June 30, the Associates would match it, dollar for dollar.
Conservancy executive director John Howell said in a press release that 102 donors responded, giving $16,100 to the cause.
"The original challenge pledge from the Eaton Canyon Nature Center Associates was for $10,000," Howell wrote in the release. "We've called on challenge pledges from our good friends Ninarose Mayer and Nancy Steele to match the extra $6,000 you gave, as well. So, every dollar you gave has been matched."
The land the Conservancy wants to purchase would preserve the entire canyon north of Canyon Close Road.
For information on the project, click here.
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We will be going to Sacramento and back today to do our bit for medical science, so postings will be light.
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by Timothy Rutt
The (Altadenablog sponsor) Arroyo Food Co-op reached an important milestone by signing up its 500th member earlier this week.
“We are very excited to reach this milestone,” said Tricia Keane, President of the Co-op’s Board of Directors, in a press release. “We have 500 friends in our corner rooting for us to get this store open, which means we are that much closer to bringing local, sustainable, and just plain good food to the community.”
Who the magic 500th member will actually be will be determined in a drawing of recently signed-up members.
With 500 members on board, the co-op is planning to launch a capital campaign and commit to a location for the community market. The co-op is planning to seek funding thorugh a combination of member investments, member loans, and grants. It has also engaged a local realtor to scout for commercial location in Altadena or northern Pasadena, with a goal to open in the first quarter of 2013.
“The goal of 500 members seemed daunting, nearly impossible, when we first started out,” said co-op founder Patrick Reagan, in a release from the co-op, “but today we see that the community has clearly stated that they’re willing to invest in a better option. Reaching this impressive goal is very encouraging for all of us early adopters. It should also help encourage others to join in on the fun – the building of a wonderful local grocery store we all can be proud of.”
The co-op is setting itself up as an alternative to large chain grocers, including the Altadena Walmart Neighborhood Market which is also planning to open in the first quarter of 2013.
The co-op promises to offer organic, sustainably-raised, and locally sourced products, including humanely-raised meats. Anyone can shop at the co-op, but those who become members receive additional benefits, including "patronage refunds" during profitable years. Membership is $300, but also offers a payment plan of as low as $30 a year.
The help raise awarenss of the co-op, it is planning to hold a "locavore dinner" event on Aug. 11 in Altadena, featuring locally-sourced food prepared by a professional chef.
For more information on the co-op: http://arroyofoodcoop.com/
For information on the locavore dinner: http://arroyofoodcoop.com/locavore
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by Timothy Rutt
The enthusiastic volunteers at Altadena CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) are calling a first meeting for members of Zone 4 this Sunday, July 8, from 4-5 PM at Loma Alta Park.
According to an email from Holly Rundberg, "Altadena is in the process of establishing a comprehensive disaster plan for the whole community. Altadena has been divided up into 11 zones and a CERT Management Team is in the process of being created for each of the 11 zones."
The meeting for members of Zone 4 will be to familiarize residens of what their plans are for disaster preparation, and begin an email list to communicate. Similar meetings for members of other zones are planned.
Zone 4 consists of homes north of Loma Alta Drive from North Fair Oaks to Lake Avenue, and cul-de-sacs of Parkman St. and Alta Pine Drive.
Zone 4's management team consists: Holly Rundberg, Sue Dekaney, Bill Westphal, Dick Smoak and Greg Middleton.
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by the Altadena/Pasadena Soroptimist Club
During one of the final meetings of its club year, Soroptimist International of Altadena/Pasadena honored two non-profit organizations with service award money at a luncheon held at the Women’s City Club in Pasadena. The Soroptimists gave The Women’s Room At Friends In Deed and The Door of Hope $2,000 each to help with their continuing efforts to assist the homeless and women in need in the Pasadena area.
The Women’s Room is a daytime refuge for women who are homeless or at risk. They serve lunch to these women several times a week, and offer services such as warm showers, free dentistry and counseling. The Rev. Pat O’Reilly, Executive Director of the Ecumenical Council Pasadena Area Congregations – which sponsors the Women’s Room - accepted the monetary award from Soroptimists.
The Door of Hope in Pasadena is a faith-based organization that offers transitional housing for homeless families and equips them with the means to rebuild their lives. Their goal is to help families with children to move from homelessness to self-sufficiency and permanent housing. Tim Peters, Door of Hope Executive Director, and Donna Arnds, Director of Development, were on hand to accept the award. Soroptimists specified that $1,000 of this money be slated for a room sponsored by the club.
During the spring of 2012, Soroptimists of Altadena/Pasadena honored Door of Hope’s case manager, Lonnene Vreede, with the Women’s Opportunity Award. This award is given annually to a woman who has overcome adversity and is supporting her family as head of household. The mission of Soroptimist International is to help women and girls in their local communities and around the world.
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by Laura Monteros
Photos by Laura Monteros and Chris Considine
Sonoma Drive celebrated its 53rd annual Fourth of July Parade in true neighborhood parade spirit: there were far more people marching than watching. It is not an observor's parade.
It travels a simple route: west on Sonoma, north on Mar Vista, east on Boston, south on Holliston, west on Morada, north on Mar Vista, then back east to Sonoma to end at the potluck dessert tables.
The pace car (which was actually passed by bicycles) is 1976 Cadillac El Dorado owned by Fred Sayegh. The car has been in several Rose Parades, and has a steel cover for the top so people can sit on it. He said, “This is the official parade boat.” It was actually the only motorized thing in the parade.
He’s been restoring the car five years and just installed a sound system last week. The music was a Sousa CD which the intrepid Altadenablog reporter provided since they didn’t really have anything!
David Mosher, left, with Fred Sayegh, volunteers with Altadena Heritage and serves on the board of Las Flores Water Company. He and wife Caroline have been participating in the parade since 1988. He said (referring to the car) “The parade is complete Americana—the ‘Stars and Stripes’ and exhaust fumes.” He also noted that a 1976 car was appropriate for the parade.
Reggie Ingram has been in the parade 12 years. He got on the ladder and said, “Welcome to the 53rd Annual Sonoma Street Independence Day Parade. We love our country and we love our neighborhood. We always begin by saying the pledge of allegiance.” He led the entire group in the pledge, then said, “Watch the cars.” (The streets are not blocked off.}
And then it began ....
(editor's note: we're beta-testing a new thumbnail option, so let's see what happens!)
Neighborhood resident Allison Jernegan and her two boys came with a bike and scooter. This is their first parade -- Jernegan said that she heard about it from a flier in her mailbox. They came to watch, but ended up marching. At the end, she said, “That was fun! We’ll be back next year—decorated and more prepared.”
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by Kelly Corrigan
Pasadena Sun
The body of a man discovered by hikers in Big Tujunga Canyon late last month has been identified as missing Turkish engineer Ertug Ergun, officials said.
Ergun, who worked in Bakersfield, was reported missing by his supervisor on June 20. His car was found two days later near the Stonyvale Picnic area.
More than 60 people spent a collective 600 hours searching for the 33-year-old on horseback, by helicopter, on foot, or off-road motorcycles, according to Sgt. Burton Brink of Montrose Search and Rescue.
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by Timothy Rutt
The folks on Pepper Drive always put together a good parade for the Fourth of July, and this year was no exception. As always, the means of conveyance you'll see in the parade are breathtaking in their variety.
Bicyles are in abudance, some of them decorated for the occasion.
More after the jump.
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Reader Karen Raub on the 300 block of Alta Pine emails:
Hi Guys, wanted to let you know at 3:30 this morning was woke by my dog an a few others in the neighborhood barking like crazy. when I got up to look there was an adult bear not more than 5 feet from the French doors. I turned on the outside lights, after a few minutes he/ she lumbered to the back and stealthily climbed over the 6 ft fence with such ease and grace I couldn't believe it.
Happy fourth,
Karen
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Altadenablog sponsor The Rancho Bar will have a July 4th barbecue today. Owner Chris Nelson says there will be burgers, corn on the cob, watermelon, and more. Food will be served starting about 1 PM and go on until it runs out.
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A time to celebrate our hard-won freedom and independence! Enjoy the day!
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I hear America singing, the varied carols I hear;
Those of mechanics—each one singing his, as it should be, blithe and strong;
The carpenter singing his, as he measures his plank or beam,
The mason singing his, as he makes ready for work, or leaves off work;
The boatman singing what belongs to him in his boat—the deckhand singing on the steamboat deck;
The shoemaker singing as he sits on his bench—the hatter singing as he stands;
The wood-cutter’s song—the ploughboy’s, on his way in the morning, or at the noon intermission, or at sundown;
The delicious singing of the mother—or of the young wife at work—or of the girl sewing or washing—
Each singing what belongs to her, and to none else;
The day what belongs to the day—
At night, the party of young fellows, robust, friendly,
Singing, with open mouths, their strong melodious songs.
--Walt Whitman, from Leaves of Grass.
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Market manager Joseph Shuldiner says they're taking a break for the holiday, but will return next week.
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" TOP TEN for JULY"
from gloriana casey
FREEDOM ---of religion-- yes!
Of speech ----and of the press.
plus petition and assembly--
with these a people blessed.
The right to bear arms, number 2,
well regulated rule.
Militia for security,
the framers added too.
And number 3, they needed that,
this housing soldiers--NO!
The British ate all food and grog,
each colonist's sad woe!
Continue reading "Poetry corner: sound Fourth on the Top Ten" »
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by Timothy Rutt
RBF Consulting, which is preparing the Altadena Community Visioning Report for the county, has released the comments from the third VIsioning Meeting in June.
According to Mina Brown of RBF, "The final report is still in progress and we won’t have an ETA until the end of next week." You can look at the documents after the jump.
Continue reading "Comments available on third visioning workshop" »
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Reader Margo emails this:
My husband and I found these two lovely male labrador dogs while hiking from Millard this morning, July 3. We found the dogs up near the Cape of Good Hope with collars but no tags. They are emaciated and were thirsty, but otherwise appear to be in good health. They are young, not neutered and very friendly. We have given them water and food and are taking them to the Baldwin Park Animal Shelter.
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by Timothy Rutt
Six -- count 'em six -- food trucks joined the throng at the Altadena Golf Course parking lot Monday night, drawing a good-sized crowd before the annual Altadena Town & Country Club fireworks display.
Altadena Chamber of Commerce President Inger Miller (Miller Hawkins Productions) said they were surprised at the size of the turnout, which was a fundraiser for the Chamber's Marion Lee Wullshlager scholarship fund.
The crowd was in good spirits as they lined up for food truck grub and waited for the fireworks to begin, which they finally did at 9:45.
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by Timothy Rutt
Loma Alta Park kicks off its "Park After Dark" program this Thursday, July 5.
Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday during the summer, a variety of activities will be going on at the park from 6 - 10 PM.
Activiteis include family Zumba, basketball, martial arts for adults and youth, movie nights, softball, crafts, and much more. All activities are free.
Click the graphic for a full July schedule.
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Pasadena's ACTS Thrift Store will celebrate its second anniversary on Sat., July 14, from 10 AM to 8 PM with live music, food from the Pie 'N Burger truck from 11 AM to 3 PM, a magician for the children, and 50% off on all items with an all-day coupon, available at the ACTS Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/ACTSThrift
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by Timothy Rutt
Another organization named ACTS -- Altadena Congregations Together Serving -- a friendship gathering of people of different faiths, will have potluck suppers this summer at 6:30 PM, followed by a presentation at 7:30 PM.
Those suppers remaining are:
ACTS includes representatives from local Baha'i, Baptist, Christian Science, Episcopal, Jewish, Islamic, Lutheran and United Church of Christ communities.
Donations will be accepted to help sustain the local bad weather shelters for homeless families. Checks can be made out to ACTS.
Please bring a vegetarian dish to share: appetizer, main dish, fruit, salad, or dessert.
For more information, call the Altadena Baptist Church, 626-797-8970.
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by Jane Brackman
The Pasadena Museum of California Art at 690 E. Union Street in Pasadena is exhibiting a retrospective of plein-air painter Edgar Payne. Payne was an American impressionist, famous for painting the Sierras as well as other monumental nature scenes all over the world, from the first part of the 20th century through the 1950s I think.
This is an amazing show for anyone. (And if you are a hiker, I warn you, it will bring tears to your eyes.) But the thing that took my breath away is the painting titled “Hills of Altadena.” (1917-1919). I recognized it immediately. I believe he was sitting very near the Country Club, probably near the corner of Holliston and Mendocino, looking east. You can’t see it in this poor quality photo that I took from the show catalog, but in the painting which is very large, at the end of the road (which must be Mendocino) you can clearly see the cut in the mountain that is the Mt. Wilson Toll Road!
For comparison, I’ve included a second photo that shows the same POV during magic hour, taken from the ATCC balcony last fall.
The show is open through October 14, 2012. http://www.pmcaonline.org/exhibits/70/index.html
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by the Foothill Municipal Water District
Foothill Municipal Water District (FMWD) will continue to provide rebates for high efficiency toilets, turf removal and rain barrels beginning with the new fiscal year, July 1, 2012.
During the previous fiscal year that ended June 30, 2012, $38,834 in rebates were provided to local residents to support the effort to be more independent of imported water supplies.
The following rebates are being offered to customers within the service area.
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