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A very small dog has been wandering around Woodbury between Michigan and Holliston for the past couple of days, and was recently caught. It's chihuahua-like, but we have no other description. It was just captured, so call 818-415-9132 if it might be yours.
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by Timothy Rutt
Two hikers were airlifted out of Eaton Canyon Friday afternoon by rescue crews, according to the Altadena Sheriff Station..
According to Dep. Williams at the Altadena Sheriff Station, one of the hikers was complaining of back problems. The pair were airlifted to Huntington Memorial Hospital in a rescue that concluded shortly after 3 PM today.
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by Timothy Rutt
An Altadena resident has reportedly been infected with the West Nile Virus, whichis blamed on a mosquito bite suffered while walking her dog on Braeburn Road about Aug. 10.
A message sent out by her husband to local newsgroups reads:
Walking our Ridgeback on the weekend of August 10 over along Braeburn, my wife ____ was bitten by a mosquito somewhere between Tanoble and Porter. About 3 days later headache and pain suddenly appeared and just day before yesterday [Aug. 28] the confirmed diagnosis of West Nile Virus came back from our internist. Just to let you know that those articles about West Nile appearing throughout the County now include our own Braewatch area. Be careful between dusk and dawn, wear light colored clothing, use Off. I can assure you that this is a virus that has a real punch and you can be very sick for 2 weeks.
We know the couple involved and are trying to make contact -- will update as situation warrants.
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It's a holiday, so there ain't much going on -- but keep checking back as we find things!
Bulgarini Gelato Summer Movie Night: Lo Scopone Scientifico (The Scientific Cardplayer) starring Bette Davis & Albert Sordi. An aging American millionairess journeys to Rome each year with her chauffeur George to play the card game "scopone" with destitute Peppino and his wife Antonia. The annual scenario remains unchanged: she donates the initial stakes so they can play, then ultimately wins the game, shattering the couple's dream of scoring a victory and improving their lot in life. Eventually their daughter Cleopatra seeks revenge on her parents' behalf. Movies are always free. Dinner will be offered - by reservation only - for $13.50, which will include a homemade pasta dish, salad, and a drink. Reservations may be made by Friday (that’’s today!) by email a tcatering@bulgarinigelato.com or by calling (626) 376-7662. Dinner is at 7:30, movie starts at dark. Bulgarini Gelato is at 749 E. Altadena Drive.
Folly Bowl: a two-night extravaganza Saturday and Sunday: Carole Kim's "Threading: hidden folds of the query" will take place Saturday and Sunday night at the outdoor amphitheater. Doors open at 7:30 PM, $10 suggested donation, $5 for children.You are invited to bring your own picnic, blankets & cushions. Please transport all trash out as you exit. The Folly Bowl is at 1601 East Loma Alta Drive.
The Sheriff Support Group Summer Concert Series is dark this week, but will return to Farnsworth Park next Saturday with Dean Colley's "Hot August Night" tribute to Neil Diamond in the season's grand finale.
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PSN’s Adam Poulisse is reporting that Nirmal Kumar, the Pasadena doctor whose request for a banquet hall addition to his planned restaurant was recently shot down by the Altadena Town Council, is now looking for a tenant for that space instead. Kumar is developing a site on the corner of Altadena Drive and Washington Boulevard, and plans to continue with the previously-approved Indian restaurant, but is looking ffor a tenant for the former banquet hall area. Our story of last week’s town council meeting is here.
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Webster's Community Pharmacy, 2450 N. Lake Avenue, is bringing back its second annual "Lemonade & Labor Day Sale," which continues through Saturday.
Clearance prices include 20% off storewide, and 50% off selected gift times (sorry: no discounts on presecriptions).
There will be ice-cold lemonade and cookies, too, so stop by today or Saturday to check out the deals!
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by Timothy Rutt
The Altadena Town Council's Land Use Committee will meet next Tues., Sept. 3, starting at 7 PM at the Altadena Community Center, 730 E. Altadena Drive.
The sole hearing will be seeking an approval in increase beds at a care facility at 3085 Ridgeview Drive:
to increase the number of inpatient housing accommodations (beds) from six (6) to ten (10) in an existing care facility to accommodate desperately needed medicinal services already being provided. The Ridgeview Ranch, a State of California licensed adult care facility is currently approved up to ten (10) beds for this type of use.
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by Timothy Rutt
Hosted by the Altadena Library's current poet laureate Linda Dove, the event will boast a spectacular lineup: Peter Ludwin and Lois P. Jones on September 19, a bilingual event with three Latina poets (Vibiana Aparicio-Chamberlin, Gerda Govine Ituarte, and Thelma T. Reyna) on Oct. 17, and Mary Fitzpatrick and Brendan Constantine on Nov.21.
Linda Dove suggested the name ALTA-LA to show the breadth of this series since it includes well-known poets throughout the Los Angeles area. Peter Ludwin comes all the way from the state of Washington. And if you have some poetry in you, there will also be an open mic. Stop in to enjoy the company and poetry of these accomplished and spirited writers. You are guaranteed a great evening!
This free series is sponsored by the Friends of the Altadena Library District. These events are supported by Poets & Writers, Inc. through a grant it has received from the James Irvine Foundation.
Peter Ludwin received a Literary Fellowship from Artist Trust, the W.D. Snodgrass Award for Endeavor and Excellence in Poetry and Second Prize Anna Davidson Rosenberg Award. His book Rumors of Fallible Gods was a two-time finalist for the Gival Press Poetry Award. Other awards include Soundings Review 2011 Reader’s Choice award and The Comstock Review 2012Special Merit Recognition. He lives near Seattle.
Lois P. Jones hosts Pacifica Radio’s “Poet’s Café” (KPFK 90.7 fm), and co-hosts the Moonday series in West Los Angeles. New Yorker staff writer Dana Goodyear selected “Ouija” as 2010 Poem of the Year. Publications include Narrative Magazine, American Poetry Journal, Nassau Review and Antioch’s Lunch Ticket. She is the 2012 winner of both the Tiferet and the Liakoura prizes in poetry and also the Poetry Editor of Kyoto Journal.
The Library closes at 6 PM, but will re-open from 7-8:30 PM for the poetry program.
The main Altadena Library is located at 600 East Mariposa Street, Altadena, CA 91001. For more information please call 626-798-0833 or visit the library on the web at http://www.altadenalibrary.org.
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Susan Savitt Schwartz shares this picture of Eliot Middle School in twilight during Thursday night's Back to School events.
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Somebody has an inversion table that doesn't belong to them, and this week's 24 Hour Fitness count is two. Crime blotter provided by the Altadena Sheriff Station.
Sunday, August 18
Between 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM – A grand theft occurred in the 3500 block of McNally Avenue. Loss: American Standard A/C unit.
3:15 PM – A residential vandalism occurred in the 2800 block of Marengo Avenue.
Between 10:00 PM and 12:04 AM (Monday) – A petty theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred at 24Hr. Fitness, 2180 N. Lincoln Avenue. Loss: black wallet, vehicle registration, personal identification.
Monday, August 19
Between 5:00 PM and 11:00 AM (Tuesday) – A grand theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 1000 block of E. Poppyfields Drive. Loss: currency.
Tuesday, August 20
10:45 AM – Nekisha Hampton, 39 yrs, of Los Angeles was arrested for forgery.
Continue reading "Crime blotter: vehicle, residential, and package thefts" »
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by Timothy Rutt
According to a press release from County Supervisor Michael Antonovich, two Super Scoopers have been leased from Quebec, Canada, and a Helitanker from Erickson Air-Crane, and will be available in the event of wildfires.
“When the Santa Ana winds begin to blow across the region, wildfires can become deadly, as we have seen in previous extreme fire seasons,” said Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich. “The Super Scoopers and the Helitanker provide a ‘one-two punch’ in addition to County Fire’s own aerial fleet – powerful tools to protect life and property.”
The fixed wing super-scoopers are contracted for 90 days at a cost of $2.75 million, according to the release. Capable of carrying up to 1,620 gallons of water, Super Scoopers can also scoop water from a lake in only 12 seconds, be airborne in as little as five minutes and fly three hours before refueling. The Erickson Air-Crane Type I Helitanker is capable of delivering 2,500 gallons per drop.
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Author and host Grover Bravo will present a program at the Bob Lucas Branch Library, 2659 N. Lincoln Ave., on Tuesday, Sept. 10.
Bravo will discuss health and effective communication between parents and the children in a Spanish-language presentation from 10-11 AM.
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from the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District
West Nile virus activity is increasing in the San Gabriel Valley. Tests conducted by the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District confirmed West Nile virus (WNV) in a sample of mosquitoes collected from the city of Arcadia and three of the District's chicken flocks located in the cities of Arcadia, Irwindale, and Monterey Park. The District routinely tests mosquitoes and chickens from flocks it maintains throughout the San Gabriel Valley as part of its disease surveillance program.
The positive WNV samples were collected from the following locations:
Although this is the first confirmation of localized WNV transmission in the San Gabriel Valley, residents must assume that the virus is present and being transmitted throughout the Valley. West Nile virus has been very active in many parts of the southland this year.
Continue reading "West Nile Virus is active in San Gabriel Valley" »
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by Timothy Rutt
MonteCedro, the new planned retirment community in Altadena, will host Dr. Len Lecci in an event to educate seniors and caregivers on the most common forms of dementia.
Lecci, director of clinical services at MARS Memory Health Network, will discuss Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and vascular dementia, as well as how to detect the early warning signs in order to play a more active role in identification. Lecci will also discuss various new and emerging treatments of these diseases that will provide information regarding multiple options for treatment.
The discussion will be on Wed., Sept. 11, at 2:30 PM at the University Club of Pasadena, 175 N. Oakland Avenue Pasadena. To register, please visit www.montecedro.com/info or call 877-305-6013.
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by Timothy Rutt
The body recovered Sunday in the forest north of Altadena has been identified as Fox News reporter and producer Martin Burns, 56, according to industry sources.
Variety.com reported that it was Burns who fell into the ravine at Inspiration Point on Sunday, triggering an hours-long search and recovery effort from local rescue crews. A hiker found Burns' body in a ravine near Inspiration Point, and the coroner has preliminarily concluded that cause of death was trauma from a fall.
Burns was an investigative reporter and producer for Fox 11 New in Los Angeles. His colleagues have put up a tribute page here.
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from Five Acres
Five Acres continues celebrating 125 years of service at its annual Golf Classic and Dinner to be held on Monday, Sept. 23, 2013 at San Gabriel Country Club. Proceeds from this event will benefit Five Acres’ pioneering services that ensure safety, well being and permanency for more than 6,500 children and families served each year. Golfers will spend a day out on the green starting at noon, and then join friends, family and longtime supporters of Five Acres for a celebration dinner, awards, cocktails and live entertainment. Dinner tickets are $100.. Cocktail hour begins at 5 pm, with dinner at 6:30 pm.
This year’s sponsors and underwriters include: Brad Reaume and Bolton & Company, title sponsor; Wells Fargo and Excelsior Partners, ace sponsors; William R. and Virginia Hayden Foundation, double eagle sponsor; Majestic Realty Co., awards dinner underwriter; and Longo Toyota-Scion-Lexus, hole-in-one sponsor.
Continue reading "Five Acres annual golf classic and dinner Sept. 23" »
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from College Access Plan
Pasadena-based nonprofit College Access Plan (CAP) (www.collegeaccessplan.org) is excited to resume its on-campus, college-preparedness programs at John Muir, Pasadena, and Blair high schools. In the 2012-2013 academic year alone, 410 high school students participated in CAP’s one-to-one college advisement and small group workshop programs at these three schools, including over 250 seniors.
This fall, CAP is expanding by hiring two new program coordinators and adding programs to Marshall Fundamental High School and Blair Middle School. CAP’s new line-up allows the organization to reach a wider student population in PUSD and help them achieve their big college dreams. Students are invited to take advantage of CAP’s drop-in, no commitment programs, which are offered throughout the school year.
CAP’s after-school programs are unique because there are no barriers to entry; CAP serves all motivated students, regardless of academic record or ability to consistently attend programs. Students can drop in once with questions about a college application or about financial aid, or they can take advantage of the full range of CAP’s services, beginning in with college and career exploration, developing effective communication skills, preparing and maintaining a résumé, and academic planning and ending with college applications, financial aid forms, high school graduation, and college attendance.
CAP’s programs will begin August 19th for the fall 2013 semester, and all students are invited to come check out what CAP has to offer. A schedule of CAP’s programs at participating PUSD high schools and middle schools can be found on CAP’s website (http://collegeaccessplan.org/students/calendar/).
College Access Plan is a Pasadena 501c3 nonprofit that prepares underserved students to succeed in college. Through partnerships with PUSD, Pasadena LEARNs, and Mustangs on the Move, CAP provides drop-in college advisement and topic-specific workshops at four PUSD high schools as well as Blair and Washington middle schools. CAP’s programs are open to all students who aspire to Dream Bigger about their futures. ### CONTACT: Mo Hyman Executive Director College Access Plan 871 E. Washington Blvd., Suite 207 Pasadena, CA 91104 T: (626) 398-8500 C: (213) 949-3253 www.collegeaccessplan.org www.facebook.com/collegeaccessplan @iheartcollege
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The Folly Bowl welcomes Carole Kim in a two-night event combining visual art and sound.
"Threading: hidden folds of the query" will take place Saturday and Sunday night at the outdoor amphitheater. Doors open at 7:30 PM, $10 suggested donation, $5 for children.
Performers include:
You are invited to bring your own picnic, blankets & cushions. Please transport all trash out as you exit.
The Folly Bowl is at 1601 East Loma Alta Drive.
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by Timothy Rutt
The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department is reporting that the body recovered Sunday night near Inspiration Point was believed to be the victim of a fall into a ravine.
According to a press release, the body of the male adult was spotted by a hiker, who contacted authorities. The victim was located by crewmembers of the LASD's Air 5 rescue helicopter at about 1:20 PM.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene and air-lifted to Farnsworth Park, where he was examined by a member of the county coroner's office.
The victim has been identified as a resident of Los Angeles. The preliminary cause of death is listed as "trauma sustained during a fall from a steep trail."
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by Timothy Rutt
Rescue crews are working on recovering a hiker at around Inspiration Point. Fire crews have been deployed both at Chaney Trail and at the Cobb Estate for most of the afternoon.
Per the scanner (and scanner calls are always to be taken with a grain of salt), a request has been made to contact the coroner. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
UPDATE: Lt. Brian Fitch of Crescenta Valley Station said that search and rescue teams are active up in the hills, acting on a report from a hiker who came across a person dead on the trail. However, as of 3:47 PM, neither the body nor the hiker who found and reported the body has been located.
UPDATE 4:20 PM: They've inserted some deputies into the trail, and per the scanner, homicide has been notified. Doesn't necessarily mean they've determined that there's been an actual homicide at this time, they're just mounting an investigation.
UPDATE: 5:23: per scanner, body has been located, and they are presently working to remove it. Current plan seems to be to helicopter it out and drop it off to the coroner at Farnsworth Park.
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by Timothy Rutt
Altadena's own Those Manning Bhoys (Mike and Sean) put in their eighth appearance at the Summer Concert Series (or ninth, depending on who's counting) with traditional Irish and Irish-influenced music Saturday night.
The main event was an original song cycle, "From Clare to Here," interpreting the letters of Maggie O'Neal, a girl who survived the 1845-49 Irish potato famine and English oppression to eventually emigrate from County Clare to Canada with her father.
But before then, the audience was electrified by the Mannings' friends, Zac Léger and Liam Lewis. Fiddler/mandolinist Lewis has appeared with the Mannings before, and is currently a student at the Berklee College of Music in Massachusetts. Léger is a multi-threat flautist, uilleann piper, whistle player, guitarist and Irish bouzouki player as well as singer. The two created a flawless, driving soundscape with Celtic roots that made the crowd cheer. The pair, who obviously enjoy playing together, said they had even been busking in Old Town Pasadena during this rare chance to get together.
Another highlight was the annual rendition of "Danny Boy" by the Bhoy's mother, Sis, who can still sing it at age 90. For the encore, the Mannings sang their song about growing up in Altadena with many local references (Webster's, anyone?)
The Sheriff Support Group Summer Concert Series at Farnsworth Park goes dark for Labor Day weekend, but will return on Sept. 7 with Hot August Night, a tribute to Neil Diamond starring Dean Colley. This will fill the amphitheater, so get there early! More pictures after the jump.
Continue reading "Those Manning Bhoy's Irish tales of joy and sorrow" »
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At the Board of Supervisors meeting, Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich presents “Lorelei Lee,” a 1-year old Terrier, one of many pets available for adoption now. For more information about adopting a pet, please call the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control at 562-728-4610.
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Reader Lauren writes us:
We've had a peacock tragedy on Maiden Lane. Looks like mama and one chick were hit by a car, but two chicks are left. They are much too young to make it on their own. I'm trying to find contact info on the 'bird people' I've heard about on Rubio Canyon, or anyone else who might be able to help. Lauren 626 398-0472
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by Timothy Rutt
Sherif'f's deputies are looking for four to five suspects in an early morning armed robbery at the Walmart Neighborhood Market, 2408 Lincoln Avenue.
According to a Nixle alert, four to five black adult males, dressed in dark hoodies covering their faces, stole an undetermined amount of money from the store and fled on foot. The suspects were armed with small caliber handguns, and no employees were harmed in the incident.
The suspects were last seen fleeing northbound through the parking lot to eastbound Figueroa Drive, and then to southbound Olive Avenue, according to the alert. The Altadena Sheriff's Station detective bureau will handle the investigation. The scene has been processed by the sheriff's department crime lab.
Any information regarding the above crime should be forwarded to the Altadena Sheriff's Station at 626-798-1131
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Suspected burglars with hard hats try to pass as Edison employees, and vehicle thefts and vandalisms highlight this week's crime report. Crime blotter provided by the Altadena Sheriff Station.
Sunday, August 11
Between 8:45 AM and 12:15 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 2100 block of Crescent Drive. Loss: black laptop.
Monday, August 12th
2:30 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 3100 block of Ewing St. The victim who was home at the time was contacted by two Hispanic males, 5 ft. 6ins -5 ft. 8 ins., 150-190 lbs, 30 years of age, wearing a hard hat and yellow shirt. The males identified themselves as Southern Californian Edison employees who were in the area inquiring about power outages. The victim walked to the rear of the residence to show the males the fuse box and observed another male Hispanic inside the residence. The victim yelled at the suspect and all three ran from the location and entered an older model white minivan. Loss: none.
Continue reading "Crime blotter: hardhat burglars try to pass as Edison workers" »
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Another weekend when there's tooo much to do! So let's get started!
But first a few words about what's happening this weekend with our sponsor team:
So what else is going on?
Continue reading "Weekendin': Aug. 23-25: Hello Kitty, goodbye Frost, and oh, those Mannings!" »
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by Timothy Rutt
Those Manning Bhoys, an Irish duo formed in 2002, have been dedicated to the furthering of the American-Irish culture through song. Brothers Mike and Sean Manning, natives of the Los Angeles area, are the oldest and youngest of eight brothers and sisters who come from a long line of Irish miners. The duo has played at Irish events and pubs across the Southland.
In 2008 the Brothers formed Irish Pride, a clothing company to help them promote their American-Irish background. With the formation of the Irish Pride Dancers from the Aniar Academy of Irish Dance, the duo has participated in fairs, concerts and special events along a cross-section of the Celtic community in Southern California.
Do yourself a favor and don't miss this show! See you Saturday at 7 PM at Farnsworth Park Amphitheater!
Each year, the Sheriff's Support Group Summer Concert Series has been made possible by the generous support of our sponsors. This year SSGA welcomes back a major sponsor, Warner Bros. Entertainment.
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by Timothy Rutt
If you haven't seen her yet, you MUST see her this weekend! Polly Frost ends the run of her one-woman show, "Bad Role Models and What I Learned From Them" this Sunday at Webster's Fine Stationers, 2450 N. Lake Avenue, at 5 PM.
Frost, an award-winning writer from New York City, spins tales that always seem to revolve around or come back to her family life and growing up years in Altadena, and the lessons she's learned from the bad examples she's met on the way. It's fascinating, funny, surprising, occasionally sexy, and a fearless look at music, love, literature, horses, and the lessons of life.
It's aided by an unusual setting: Webster's Fine Stationers, an Altadena institution that is adding "cultural hub" to its list of reasons why we like it.
Go. It will be two hours well-spent, and you'll be talking about it for a long time after.
Lori Webster says that there will be a celebration with local food, and a meet and greet with Polly afterwords. It's a perfect Altadena evening, and a perfect wrap to your weekend.
Tickets are $15, and you can reserve them by calling 626-797-1135 or email lorinscott_1@msn. com, but tickets can also be purchased in-store (show is limited to 40 seats). Due to some of the themes, this show is for adults only!
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by Timothy Rutt
The Pasadena Police Department has put out a warning about a wave of burglaries between August 1 thru August 21 at several homes between lake Avenue and Martello Avenue, north of Orange Grove Boulevard.
According to a statement from the department, on one occasion two black males were seen. Both are between the ages of 20 and 30; one was 5’8”, thin, wearing a light colored “Harvard” t-shirt. The other was 5’10, thin, wearing a red t-shirt and olive cargo shorts. On another occasion, a female Hispanic or Armenian in her 20’s with black hair in a ponytail was seen taking a recently delivered package from a front porch. She got into a red 4-door vehicle with black and yellow dealer paper plates, which was driven by a male.
The statement said that "Most of the burglaries have occurred during the day and early evening hours. Some have occurred within 2-3 hours of the victim leaving their residence. The suspects are possibly in the area watching and waiting for the victims to leave and then enter the residences."
Days and times are:
*08/03/13 1000 Blk. Mentor Ave
*08/07/13 1200 Blk. N Hill Ave.
*08/07/13 1000 Blk. Terra Alta Dr.
*08/10/13 1600 Blk. Paloma St.
*08/15/13 1400 Blk. Loma Vista St.
*08/16/13 1600 Blk. Loma Vista St.
*08/16/13 1900 Blk. Loma Vista St.
Contact Detective Wilkins (626) 744-7055 for further information or Pasadena Police Department at (626) 744-4241
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by Timothy Rutt
So she’s reorienting her business at 2291 N. Lincoln Avenue wth a new name -- Ponci Burrito Express -- a new focus -- Mexican homemade fast food -- and a big opening bash this Saturday, Aug. 24.
The business was established in 1992 as Poncitlan Meat Market, and did well until Goliath No. 1 showed up: Super King Market, just a block south. Then, earlier this year, Walmart Neighborhood Market opened up to the north.
“When Super King opened seven years ago, it affected my sales 50 percent,” Vega said. “We pretty much continued the fight and tried to maintain. Walmart did me another 30 percent, maybe.
“At that point, I decided I had to do something so these bigger establishments couldn’t cut into my profit. I couldn’t compete with their price, so I had to redirect my business.”
Continue reading "Ponci Burrito Express: Altadena small business stays alive and lively" »
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by Timothy Rutt
The next meeting of the Altadena Coalition of Neighborhood Associations (ACONA) will be Sept. 24 at the Altadena Main Library, 600 E. Mariposa Street, from 7-8:30 PM.
Speakers will be Diane Marcussen, the new chair of the Altadena Town Council, and Kim Kenne, Pasadena Unified School District [PUSD] Board Member for District 1 in west Altadena.
ACONA members have long asked that the town council be more open and to responsive to issues they have in an interactive setting. For the September 24 meeting, Marcussen will address several of the issues raised by ACONA members, including:
Continue reading "Town council chair, PUSD representative to speak at Sept. 24 ACONA meeting" »
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Reader Sandra writes:
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by Timothy Rutt
Today (Aug. 22) is the deadline to RSVP for the Altadena Relay for Life Wrap Party, 3-5 PM Sunday at the Altadena Ale & Wine House, 2329 N. Fair Oaks Ave.,
It is a potluck, so bring a favorite appetizer to share. Relay will recognize individual fundraising efforts and the committee who worked so hard to put the event together. Bring a friend, this is a great way to introduce them to Relay.
RSVP to: hcmorrow@gmail.com
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by Timothy Rutt
The Altadena Town Council rejected a conditional use permit for an Indian restaurant and banquet hall Tuesday night, following a lengthy hearing that included 44 people speaking against it, according to one tally.
The council followed the Land Use Committee’s recommendation and turned down the permit, saying that owner Nirmal Kumar was conducting a bait-and-switch, agreeing to abide by certain conditions while also changing the intended use of the property. The building is currently under construction at the corner of Altadena Drive and Washington Boulevard.
The council voted unanimously to send a letter to the Regional Planning Commission, recommending denying the permit. After being heard before the commission, the CUP request goes to the board of supervisors.
According to councilmember Amy Cienfuegos, who is also on the Land Use Committee, Kumar agreed to the original conditions of the permit when it was just for a restaurant with some retail space - no live music, no alcohol after 11 PM. Cienfuegos said that he later requested to change the CUP because the property was getting rid of the retail space and adding a banquet hall.
Continue reading "Town council denies permit for banquet hall at Altadena/Washington [UPDATED]" »
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by Timothy Rutt
Despite last month’s conflict over leadership -- at the council meeting, between each other, and online -- the Altadena Town Council approved the slate of officers presented in July, with Bernardean Broadous handing over the chair’s gavel to Diane Marcussen Tuesday night.
The council arranged to approve the slate by assent, with no actual vote, public or secret, being taken.
But not without a few parting words from Broadous, urging that “cooler heads prevail at all times,” and to take differences to the person rather than “rather than talk to somebody and stab them in the back,” which may have been a veiled reference to this story about dissatisfaction with Broadous’ leadership expressed by councilmembers past and present.
The council also approved Ron Adams to fill the vacant seat in Census Tract 4603.02.
Besides Marcussen, the new executive committee is: Okorie Ezieme, vice-chair; recording secretary Brent Musson; corresponding secretary Richard Moon; and treasurer Amy Cienfuegos.
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by Timothy Rutt
Susanna Dadd and James Griffith's Folly Bowl (their backyard garden amphitheatre) will have an evening of movies and music outdoors Saturday night, Aug. 24, starting at 7:30 PM.
Multiinstrumentalist Kevin Mitchell will perform live during an evening that also features the screening of two films by experimental documentarian Laura Kraning: "Vineland" and "Devil's Gate." Suggested donation is only $5 for the evening. Dadd and Griffith write: :
It's a wonderful place to spend the last days of summer under the stars. Would love to see you. And bring your friends!
The Folly Bowl is at 1601 East Loma Alta Drive.
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by Timothy Rutt
Altadena is an artistic, creative community,
and it's always good when some of our creative folk get the
recognition they deserve. Here are some examples:
MoonHill Productions: Filmmakers Richard Moon and Junie Hildebrandt (MoonHill Productions) will have two short films screening at the 9th Annual Action on Film International Film Festival in Monrovia. We've mentioned these films in the past, but now's your chance to see them:
"Salvage" is a documentary about several women who have or are dealing with the challenges of homelessness, and the support they get from Union Rescue Mission in downtown Los Angeles. Screening at 6 PM on Wednesday, August 21.
"Zombeo & Juliécula" is a story of friendship and prejudice, a re-telling of Romeo & Juliet in an elementary school populated by zombies and vampires. Screening at 6 PM on Thursday, August 22nd..
Sarah Allegra: the mythologically-influenced Alta-photog and her art will be introduced at a special showing of "The Last Unicorn," an animated film based on the book by Peter S. Beagle. Allegra, who says she was profoundly influenced and inspired by Beagle's work, was recently approached by the author's publisher for a potential book cover and to have them market and sell some of her prints. "The Last Unicorn" film is in the middle of a world-wide screening tour that will travel through theaters around the country as a special event, followed by a question and answer session with Beagle himself. Allegra said it will be very exciting to be introduced to Beagle's fans. More information is at: http://www.newportbeachfilmfest.com/2013/the-last-unicorn-821/
Ibarionex Perello: The Altadena photographer, writer, and educator's podcast, The Candid Frame, gets a rave review from Fstoppers online magazine as "One Of the Best Photography Resources You Might Not Even Have Heard Of." Author Dave Geffen says:
What makes TCF different (and so incredibly insightful) is Ibarionex’s approach to better understand the mindset of his guest, what makes him or her tick, and to not get caught up in the gear discussions that tend to dominate other photography podcasts. His main focus has always been to better understand how his guests have achieved what they have, their style of working and how it developed, as well as the struggles, trials and tribulations that they may have faced, and how they have tried to overcome these.
We highly recommend TCF for the same reasons Geffen does: even if you're not a photographer, Perello's perceptive look at creative people and their process may even make you a better person.
Congratulations to all!
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The Altadena Community Arts Center is seeking
artists-vendors in all media for participation in its inaugural
Community Art Market (CAM) scheduled for Saturday, October
19th (10 AM – 5 PM) on the beautiful front lawn of Eliot Middle
School.
Here’s the perfect opportunity to get your work on display and for sale to art lovers who are just hungering for that perfect piece of art (maybe yours!) to purchase.
This event will be a first for Altadena and promises to get off to a fantastic start as a possibly bi-monthly happening. So, you’ll want to get on board and be a part of the inaugural market opening.
The Community Art Market is looking for artist-vendors who value innovation, creativity and experimentation in fine art and contemporary craft objects and are looking for the right venue to get it out there before the art buying public. Original fine art, jewelry, ceramics, handmade crafts, and textile-art. You have it and the CAM wants itl! And there’s more!
The Community Arts Center will also be celebrating ARTBreak 2013 (same day/same location), an event featuring pop music; cool, school-jazz; hip-hop; drummers; spoken word; dancers; art workshops; demonstrations; exhibits; hands-on creative/take home projects; food; refreshments that promises to provide the art buying public with an ARTful day that’s guaranteed to satisfy their cravings for exceptional, affordable artproduced by exceptional artists.
Got the Idea? To answer this call and become a Community Art Market artist-vendor, simply go to www.altadenacommunityartscenter.org and download the necessary application forms or pick them up at the Community Arts Center, 2460 North Lake Avenue (at Mariposa). For further information, contact the Center at 626-797-5798.
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by TImothy Rutt
Chris Larson at The Rancho Bar says they are raffling off two tickets to Sunday's David Crosby/Graham Nash concert at the Pasadena Playhouse, a benefit for Five Acres:
Winning ticket will be selected on Friday, Aug 23 at 11 PM. No purchase necessary, but we will be accepting $5 donations, 100% of which will go to Five Acres. Entries will be accepted until 10 PM on Friday Aug 23. Winner must be present at the time of raffle to claim prize, otherwise another ticket/winner will be selected.
The Rancho Bar is at 2485 N. Lake Avenue.
UPDATE: Reader Lydee Walsh submitted this picture of herself with Graham Nash at El Patron Mexican Restaurant. From the comments:
We did see Graham Nash dining at El Patron an Monday afternoon! He was a very nice guy and was kind enough to predict the sex of our baby. He thinks we're having a boy!
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Lynnanne Hanson Miller will again be offering after-school dance classes from world cultures, this fall celebrating holiday traditions: Boys and girls ages 5 to 10 years will learn traditional dances, songs & games in keeping with various holiday traditions from around the world.
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Altadena’s New Heart Foursquare Church announces its premier annual event SPIRIT LIFE CONFERENCE 2013 on Sept. 13-1. This year the theme is “Thrive In the Desert”. The conference will provide innovative teachings for growing and prospering as a Christian in a non-Christian world.
This year, two extraordinary keynote speakers are confirmed: Best-selling author JERRY COOK, writer of “Love, Acceptance and Forgiveness”, who will be introducing his newest book “Holy Spirit – So What’s the Big Deal?”and HERB MARKS, anointed and internationally recognized teacher from Seattle, bringing powerful prophetic ministry to the conference.
In introducing this year’s theme, Conference Host Pastor EL CLARK, Altadena’s New Heart Church explains:“Let’s face it: life is tough. These are tough times economically and spiritually as we watch our nation continue its moral slide. Can we survive in such times? Can we, people of faith, actually thrive in spite of all of the adversity? A resounding Yes! I’m recommending this conference to all my friends. Come and discover for yourself what the Lord says to us about living as a winner in these times.”
SPIRIT LIFE CONFERENCE 2013: “THRIVE IN THE DESERT”
Learning How to Grow and Prosper in a Non-Christian World with JERRY COOK and HERB MARKS
During the conference, children will enjoy “SPIRIT LIFE 4 KIDS!” with PENNY OGDEN, Children’s Pastor for 20 years, with a special gift for inspiring young children to build a strong relationship with Jesus Christ.
Spirit Life Conference 2013 will be held at Altadena’s New Heart Foursquare Church, located at 380 E. Woodbury Road, Altadena, CA 91001. Registration is free. For more information or to register, call (626) 791-3313 or visit the church online at www.newheartfoursquare.org.
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by Timothy Rutt
Tecumseh Shackelford of Altadena will be honored with a "Spirit of the Dream Award" next Monday during a concert to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech.
Shackelford will be honored by Fifth District Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich in recognition of his dedication and influential work for Mentoring and Partnership for Youth Development (MPYD) and the community. Each county supervisor has chosen a member of their district who embodies the spirit of Dr. King's dream.
The event will take place during a concert at Disney Hall by the Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (ICYOLA).
“It is an honor to be the recipient of this award," Shackelford said in a statement. " I can remember when Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. marched in my hometown, Grenada, Mississippi in 1966. I had just moved to California. It was the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement, and I was heartbroken that I could not be there. I remember segregation and the limited opportunities for people of color. It is why I’m so passionate for our young men. I want them to dream and breakthrough the prejudices that they face daily. I’m grateful that Supervisor Antonovich, who has been a long time supporter of MPYD, has acknowledged our passion and service to the community’s youth, so they can continue the dream that was started by Dr. King.”
Shackelford, affectionately known as “Shack” by family, friends and coworkers, is known for his untiring volunteer work and efforts to improve the quality of life for young men in the Altadena and Pasadena areas. In 2002, Shackelford responded to a call from the John Muir High School principal, Dr. Eddie Newman to help support struggling, at-risk male students. He helped organize and co-founded the nonprofit male mentoring program MPYD. Its mission is to provide support and mentorship to young men ages 13-18 through academic achievement, social skills development, family relations enhancement, and future educational and employment resource referrals.
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by Timothy Rutt
Walmart Neighborhood Market, which opened in March, has posted a notice that is is applying to sell alcoholic beverages at the store.
The notice says that Walmart has applied for a "premises to premises transfer," which means transferring an existing liquor license from another location, rather than creating a new license.
In public meetings, Walmart representatives have said that a liquor license was always in the planning, but they wouldn't apply for at least a year.
Did they break that promise? It depends on how you define it.
According to an email sent to the newsgroups by Altadena planning consultant Carolyn Seitz, posting the notice is just the first step in a long process that could take several years before the first bottle of spirits is put on the shelf.
"Keep in mind that they have not yet applied for a Conditional Use Permit with the County Department of Regional Planning. The process with the Department of Regional Planning will take 1 to 2 years, depending on the backlog at Regional Planning at the time the case is filed," Seitz wrote.
A CUP will have to be in place before liquor sales are allowed at the store, Seitz said. There will also be reviews by the Altadena Town Council and Land Use Committee, and at least one public hearing by the county's regional planning commission.
"While they have an [Alcoholic Beverege Commission] notice of transfer of license on display on the store, the notice posted also makes it clear that the store does not have permission to sell alcohol," Seitz wrote. The ABC will not issue a license until a CUP has been approved.
"Nothing is a done deal," Seitz wrote.
The store, at 2408 Lincoln Avenue, is just across the street from an existing liquor store.
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by Timothy Rutt
Webster's Community Pharmacy is saying "Hello Kitty" with a special event on Friday to celebrate back to school season, from 3-7 PM.
School’s back in session and what better way to start the year than with a new Hello Kitty backpack, lunch box or messenger bag? Hello Kitty-philes will get a complimentary recyclable tote bag with every purchase of $20 or more. In addition, sign up to win a Glamor Puss Basket filled with what every smart cat needs for the new semester.
Between 4-6 PM, bring the kids over for special face-painting, balloon art and other surprises fit for a feline from "Miss Kitty."
Our refreshment table will be filled with all things pink! Lemonade, cookies, and other nibbles fit for everyone’s favorite Kitty!
Webster’s Community Pharmacy is at 2450 N. Lake Avenue.
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by Timothy Rutt
Saturday night was time to get into "The Groove" with their mix of oldies done right at Farnsworth Park.
The Sheriff Support Group's annual concert series continues next Saturday with the Celtic thunder of the hometown Those Manning Bhoys, a touch of Ireland in Altadena, starting at 7 PM.
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At the Board of Supervisors meeting, Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich presents “Pauly,” a 1-year old Poodle mix one of many pets available for adoption now.
For more information about adopting a pet, please call the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control at 562-728-4610.
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