(Photo: Rosie's big sister Mimi and hidden friend Lilly carry the Blue Lobster banner at Santa Anita Park on Sunday).
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Received this message from Yolande Carson of (Altadenablog sponsor) scissors paper rock salon, 1864 N. Allen:
Each year at Scissors paper rock salon we gather gifts for the women and children of Casa Maria and Choices, programs of URDC.
We ask for a donation of an unwrapped gift suitable for a woman or child (ages 0-18) which may be brought by the salon anytime between now and Dec.12th. Monetary gifts also appreciated.URDC Human Services is a non-profit corporation which significantly impacts our community, targeting under served children , youth, adults and seniors in need of health and social service programs.Programs offer women assistance recovering from substance abuse , early intervention services for their children, transitional housing, as well as obtaining vocational and employment training and much much more.
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Ann emails us:
This weekend my husband and I are hosting a Yard Sale Fundraiser where ALL proceeds are going directly to Altadena Christian Children's Center. The families from the school are coming together and donating items to raise money for a school that means so much to us. As with all non-profit organizations, they have also had a difficult fundraising year. We'd like to spread the word in the community and need your help.
Fundraiser Details:
Yard Sale Fundraiser for Altadena Christian Children's Center
Date: Saturday, November 21st
Time: 7 AM - 2 PM
Address: 2326 Garfield Ave. Altadena
Contact: Ann
Phone: (626) 437-7602
Directions: From Lake, take Calaveras west. At Garfield turn left and it's at the end of the block.
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The Altadena Library is offering an amnesty (kind of!) for your library fines for the holiday season!
From Nov. 23 to Dec. 7, bring a new toy or non-perishable food item to the library clear some of your unpaid fines (schedule is on the poster). Items will be given to the Altadena Sheriff's Station for their annual food and toy drive.
Sounds like a good way to help the community and stay in the library's good graces (and, uh, yeah, we'll pay those fines, really we will!)
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Dept., Altadena Sheriff's Station, and the Los Angeles Sheriff's Athletic Association presents:
2009 Tour of Altadena Bike Ride***All proceeds will benefit the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Annual Charitable Giving Campaign***
For further information contact: Sergeant Daniel Bartlett at Altadena Station (626)296-2106
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It just gets better!
Just got this on our Facebook account:
Next weekend, Saturday Nov. 21 & 22, 8 - 4pm, PUT THE FORK IN HUNGER -- Pasadena's Largest Food Drive ever will take place at the Fork-in-the Road at Pasadena & St. John Ave just south of Huntington Hospital.
e-mail Phil@AgentPhil.com
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People with Down Syndrome are close to our heart (especially Rosie, pictured), and this week we're trying to wrap up our appeal to Altadenablog readers to help support our team.
Rosie's Blue Lobsters will walk for the fifth year at the Down Syndrome Association of LA's annual Buddy Walk, our major fundraiser to help individuals with Down Syndrome and their families.
The Buddy Walk will be at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia this Sun., Nov. 15, and you're invited to join our team (which is a lot of fun, not hard, and hey, you get a T-shirt!) or make a donation to support our walkers and people with Down Syndrome.
Altadenablog readers are the greatest and most generous in the world, and we thank you for your support! Just click on the Blue Lobster's ad in the right column!
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The holiday good works have started: this from (Altadenablog sponsor) Webster's Fine Stationers:
From Mon. Nov. 9 until Tues., Nov. 24, Webster's Fine Stationers will be a drop-off location for the collection of food items donated to Five Acres for their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. To provide some incentive, Webster's Fine Stationers is offering anyone who donates food items to Five Acres a 10% savings on their purchases.
Simply give your food donation to one of the WFS Crew and they will give you a coupon for 10% off your next visit, or you may choose to use it right away! What could be better in these economic times than a win-win situation for everyone? We hope you'll choose to donate what you can this year to this very worthy Altadena non-profit.
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Taking a little personal privilege and veering out of Altadena for a bit ...
It is our new theory that Bill Westphal -- like God -- is everywhere. (He may not keep his eye on the sparrow, but he definitely does on the weather.)
In any event, we were in downtown Pasadena this morning to lend our support to a walkathon supporting one of our favorite places, Club 21, a resource center for people with Down Syndrome, and much to our total surprise guess who (with wife Lynne) was there walking? And he filed this report:
Today I had the honor of walking for a
cause. Club 21, an organization that promotes knowledge and resources
that enable individuals with Down syndrome to be fully included in our
society, held a 5K Walk through the streets of Pasadena today.
The 2010 Rose Court was on hand at the opening ceremonies along with Mayor Bogaard.
Pasadena Mayor Bill Bogaard and Club 21 executive director Nancy Litteken.
The looks on their faces when they got to touch a dog was amazing.
It was fun to walk the streets and see all the shops that you miss driving by at 35 MPH.
And we ran into the nicest people along the way. Lynne & Rosie.
I am DEFINITELY doing this again next year.
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Rose West at (Altadenablog sponsor) Curves Altadena let us know thru Facebook that the American Cancer Society's next relay is on:
Thursday, October 15th is the organizational meeting of the second Altadena Relay for Life in June 2010. If you would like to be part of this 24-hour, fun, historic event, please meet us at the Coffee Gallery from 6-7pm.
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Dr. Sandra Thomas, founder of the Quality of Life Center, starts off another year of the Bright Futures Scholars at the Community Center Saturday afternoon. Dr. Thomas writes us:
Our young scholars are fantastic. We had about 130 plus scholars and a few parents that decided to stay with us. All of the others went home -- no seats.
Leadership development and mentoring are vital to our future. We must not only plant seeds but nurture their growth-thus producing an outstanding harvest.
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You can’t stop Cathy Gott when she puts her mind to something. And now she has her mind set on creating a place in Altadena for autistic and other developmentally challenged adults -- on an historic and legendary piece of Altadena property.
(Pictured: Cathy Gott at the gate to lower Zorthian Ranch, where she hopes to build the farm.)
But, says Cathy, Danny’s Farm has been a victim of its own success. The Gotts rented the space from the Altadena Stables next door, but it has proven so successful that it’s earned the wrath of some neighbors who complained about all the cars parking in the neighborhood.
Continue reading "The farm team: Cathy Gott and Zorthian work on a dream" »
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The Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women is holding a 'do next week, Tues. Sept. 29, 6-8 PM, to mark the launch of its 2009-2010 Survival Guide. The Guide is a directory of local Pasadena area agencies and organizations that can provide various kinds of help and support in times of need, with a focus on women and families.
Mistress of ceremonies is Inger Miller, Altadena business owner and Chamber member. Location is the Rose Bowl Locker Room, parking lot F. For more information, call 626-744-6940.
(thx Monica!)
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Sat., Aug. 29 is Global Compassion Day (who knew? and where did we stash our decorations?), and the Church of Pasadena in conjunction with the Employment Development Department of California and The Foothill Workforce Investment Board will mark it with a resource fair at the Rose Bowl Court of Champions, from 10 AM - 5 PM.
The resource fair, which goes through through 2 PM, features information about employment, health, financial, housing, education, youth, parenting, spirituality, and more.
Music, art, performances, and food goes on through 5 PM.All ages are welcome, and admission is free.
thx Monica!
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Alerted to this message by Sarah Eagle of the American Cancer Society:
INAUGURAL ALTADENA COMEDY FESTIVAL
SET FOR AUGUST 13-15
Major Three-Day Comedic Event to Help Raise Funds for the American Cancer Society
ALTADENA, Calif. - July 28, 2009 - Funnier than playing chess blindfolded, organizers of the Altadena Comedy Festival today announced the inaugural event will take place from August 13-15, 2009. Rather than just another local open mike, the cutting edge festival is a major, three-day exhibition of comedic talent, with over five hours of comedy each night. The event will take place at The Coffee Gallery (2029 N. Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91101), an award-winning entertainment venue at the heart of Altadena.
The festival features three days of hilarious shows highlighting some of the hottest comic talent in Southern California performing a variety of stand up, sketch, musical comedy and improv. There will also be four, three-hour interactive workshops run by leading entertainers focusing on writing, character development, improv and stand up.
"We are thrilled to bring this unique comedic event to the San Gabriel Valley," said John David Heinsen, co-founder and executive producer of the Altadena Comedy Festival. "The festival will have a look and feel similar to major festivals around the country, while retaining Altadena's unique small town feel. The festival will feature both nationally-known and upcoming talent, providing them with the ideal vehicle for showcasing their talent. In addition, all event proceeds go directly to the American Cancer Society, aiding them in their goal of eliminating the scourge of cancer."
The festival is being put on to support the American Cancer Society (ACS), with all proceeds going directly to the ACF's "Relay For Life - Team Altadena." Beyond ticket sales, additional donations will be collected throughout the festival from special events, food sales and a charity art auction.
"The Coffee Gallery is well known in the Altadena/Pasadena area as a fantastic music venue, but we will show that it's also ideal for hosting this new type of entertainment vehicle," said Julie Sandoval, co-founder and executive director of the Altadena Comedy Festival. "The festival will showcase some of the funniest performers active today, and will be extremely entertaining for audience members of all ages. This is a terrific community event that will have a great local presence, as well as be supported by many local businesses."
Thank you for your support!Your Relay for Life of Altadena
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Jim and Cathy Gott of Education Spectrum and Danny's Farm lets us know about this Sept. 14 fundraiser for Los Angeles Universal Preschool (LAUP):
Attached you will find the flyer for the upcoming LAUP Dodger Day event. I'm really excited about what promises to be an amazing event. There are seats available throughout the stadium, as well as VIP packages up in the Hollywood Suite.
The Dodgers have also graciously
allowed for 20 lucky people to go and join the team for batting
practice before the game -- but those will go quickly! More details to
follow, but make sure to save the date and get your tickets early!
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by Michele Zack
Special to Altadenablog
There is no more fun (or funny) volunteer job in the world than contacting winners of Altadena Heritage’s Golden Poppy Garden Award to break the news to them. This generally happens over the phone, and reactions vary. The winner is often skeptical, as in: “Are you trying to sell me something?”
When it sinks in that all Altadena Heritage wants is to honor the gardener and garden, the tone switches to general astonishment and joy at this small but significant recognition of the labor of love that is gardening. “What! We’ve never won anything in our lives, this is amazing. . . I’m going to call my Aunt Barbara, she will be so thrilled!”
The
above was Lon McCoy’s first thought when Altadena Heritage Board Member
and event chair Anita David called him in advance of Sunday’s Annual
Golden Poppy Urban Homestead Fete, which this year attracted 130 people
to Kazi Petelka and John Steinmetz’s incredible urban farm. McCoy and
partner George Feaster have worked for 15 years on their Highview
Avenue drought tolerant garden. They reside in the Gregory Ain
modernist neighborhood designated as an “AHA!” or Altadena Heritage
Area in 2002. (Aunt Barbara, 87 and ailing in Seattle, was indeed
happy, according to Lon, when he told her of the honor.)
This year’s other winners included Jennifer Shepard and Pam Forrest’s edible landscape on Glenrose, and Dr. Jason and Jane Yoo’s and Mark and Susan Sironi’s drought tolerant gardens on Altadena Drive and Athens Street. All were present, and all spoke eloquently about their efforts to create beautiful and personally meaningful landscapes. Their neighborhoods have benefited, too, and we’re sure our Golden Poppy gardeners will inspire others. Each was presented by Chairman Mark Goldschmidt and Vice Chair Lili Etezady with a beautiful bronze plaque to display in their garden for two years, when it is passed on to other winners. This year’s theme, drought tolerant and edible landscapes, is part of Altadena Heritage’s current “Sustainability Series.”
Farm
tours, personally guided by Kazi Petelka, farmer/gardener
extraordinaire, were the other highlight of the event. Kazi took groups
through her orchard of rare fruit, vegetable gardens, and poultry area,
sharing her vast knowledge with Altadena Heritage’s guests. She sent
them home with a handout listing recommended tomato and other vegetable
varieties, as well as a list of all her fruit trees. She also
generously provided party favors: a choice of iris rhizomes in shades
of purple!
A word about the food: scrumptious. This year, board members and spouses made everything from scratch, in keeping with the sustainability theme. Many ingredients, such as ripe tomatoes, came from Altadena Gardens — and all dishes came from Altadena kitchens (with wine and cheese from Trader Joe’s!) Delicious canapés, from onion marmalade with herbed goat cheese to cucumber dill sandwiches, were followed by numerous salads, Chairman’s Chili, apricot tarts, and rhubarb-peach crumble.
Visit Altadenaheritage.org for more information on this community based organization.
Photos, top to bottom:
Kazi Petelka conducts farm tour
Golden Poppy Garden Awards
Chair Mark Goldschmidt with Golden Poppy winners Lon McCoy and George Feaster
130 guests (including 30 new members) enjoy the garden fete.
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Getting Altadena/Pasadena kids to Catalina camp is the focus of the first annual "Wine and Dine with Kids in Mind" fundraiser, to be held in Altadena on Thurs., July 23.
The fundraiser will benefit the YMCA of Glendale, to help send Pasadena/Altadena children to Campus by the Sea , a residential summer camp on Catalina Island. Every year, hundreds of Southern California students participate in Campus by the Sea where campers can participate in swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, crafts, hiking, basketball, volleyball, songs and campfire skits.
Karyn Messler, Campus by the Sea Director, found that few Pasadena/Altadena kids were being registered for any summer residential camps, due to their family’s current hardships.
The fundraiser will be hosted by Terri Darr, former candidate for seat 3 on Pasadena’s Unified School District Board in conjunction with local entrepreneur, Ariel Kirkland, owner of Polka Dot Parties.
The fundraiser is Thurs., July 23, 6-8 PM at 2647 Homepark Ave. In Altadena. For more information, contact Kirkland at Polka Dot Parties, (626) 676-0414, or info@haveapolkadotparty.com
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Over 150 people participated in Hathaway-Sycamores Child
and Family Services signature golf fundraiser, Shot at a Million Golf
Classic, on June 4th at Brookside Golf Course in Pasadena. The event
raised over $100,000 through corporate sponsorships, individual player
sponsorships, and raffle tickets with proceeds benefiting educational
and therapeutic treatment programs that serve Hathaway-Sycamores
children year round.
During the day, 30 players participated in the golf tournament whereby golfers were sponsored on a per-hole basis, and played as many holes as possible.. This year they played 1,750 holes of golf, for an average of 58 holes per player.
Immediately following the conclusion of the golf tournament, the golfers, board members, tournament sponsors and guests attended the 19th Hole After Party, held on the 18th fairway, whereby all party guests were given a “Shot at a Million.” An initial round gave all guests the opportunity to take a golf shot —165-yards for men, 150-yards for women — for a chance to qualify for the final ten spots. A leader board posted the top ten shots in terms of closest to the hole, with one player within 35” of the hole. Traffic reporter Commander Chuck Street of KTLA-TV and KIIS-FM, emceed the event, giving out dozens of raffle prizes, and preceding over the party finale of the ten finalists taking their shots for a chance at winning a million dollars. While no one went home a million dollars richer, the one closest to the pin left with a wonderful prize package. Additionally the lucky winner of the 2009 Smart Car raffle was announced immediately following the ten finalist shots. The party also featured fantastic food catered by The Patina Group, music, the chance to try-out the latest in golf equipment with the state-of-the-art Trackman swing analysis system, and a speech from young girl who had been through the Hathaway-Sycamores Independent Transitional Living Program.
The golf event was co-chaired by Jack MacKenzie and Dave Battaglia, both of La Canada, who are both active board members for the Pasadena-headquartered non-profit organization.
Hathaway-Sycamores president Bill Martone thanked all the guests for supporting this year’s event, and “taking the time to learn a little bit more about the critically important work being done each and every day at our agency to give children suffering from emotional trauma and mental illness a chance at a better life. Simply put, your participation and support helps to make that happen.”
Hathaway-Sycamores Child and Family Services, one of the largest, nonprofit, private children’s mental health and welfare agencies in Los Angeles County, provides a comprehensive continuum of services to over 9,000 children and families annually through a network of facilities stretching across Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley, and the Antelope Valley. Services include: a residential treatment center for youth ages 9 through 18; foster care and adoption services; a nonpublic school; school-based and outpatient mental health services; wraparound and in-home counseling services; a transitional living program for teens; family resource centers; and a grief and loss center for children. The agency is licensed by the Department of Children and Family Services, certified by the Department of Mental Health, and accredited through The Joint Commission.
Pictured: Hathaway-Sycamores Board Member Jill Barnes of Altadena (center) with John
and Kathy Driscoll of Sierra Madre at the Hathaway-Sycamores Child and
Family Services signature golf fundraiser, “Shot at a Million Golf
Classic,” held on June 4th at Brookside Golf Course in Pasadena.
Photo: Orly Olivier
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PSN's "Volunteer Now" Sunday segment takes on Five Acres. Lots of opportunities to give of your time and talents.
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j c pings has a video up on Vimeo, an artistic and thoughtful take on last weekend's American Cancer Society Relay for Life at Farnsworth Park.
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PSN features the graduation of seniors from Hathaway-Sycamores Non-Public School. Many of the kids fought tough odds to turn their lives around, so congratulations to them.
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Just got an update from Sarah Eagle, the Community Development Manager for the American Cancer Society who's coordinating Saturday's Relay for Life at Farnsworth Park:
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The American Cancer Society's first Altadena Relay for Life starts this Saturday at 9 AM and goes for 24 hours at Farnsworth Park. As well as several teams walking for the cause, there'll be entertainment for everyone.
Julie Sandoval, owner of the Coffee Gallery, is fielding a team, and tells us about the entertainment scheduled:
I'm participating in the June 6th Altadena Relay for Life. I'm team leader of The JAVAWALKERS and invite any of our Backstage Friends to be a part of our team or to make a donation in support of our team. You don't need to be in great shape to be a team member. The Relay is a 24 hour relay walk with shifts being as short as 30 minutes.
The Day of the Relay will be a fun filled day at Farnsworth Park the top of Lake Ave.) in Altadena. There will be live music performances all day long starting at 10am -8pm. Here is a list of all the performers:
The Brothers Landau
Robert Morgan Fisher
Lisa Turner
Andrew Allen
Duane Thorin & The Bohemian Soul Rustlers
Tom Renaud
Jennifer Quiroz
Tim Tedreow & Terry Vreeland
John Gannon
Michael Penrose
Chad Watson
Paul McCarty
Paul Zollo
Carrie Wade
D. Whitney Quinn
Brad Colerick
Dave Morrison
QUAD X Rock n Roll Band
Everyone is invited to take advantage of the free live music event, just pack a picnic and head up to the park.
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The St. Elizabeth Parish School eighth graders will hold a graduation fundraiser carwash this Sun., May 31, from 9 AM-1 PM at the school, 1840 N. Lake Ave. (enter the school yard on Woodbury). Just $10 per car!
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It's only a few weeks away, and Altadena's first American Cancer Society Relay for Life is kicking into high gear. The 24-hour Farnsworth Park walkathon takes place June 6-7. A new banner was just placed above Lake Ave. (above).
In addition. last week the Girls Scouts at Camp Mariposa painted luminarias that will be used in the race. Pictures are here, and more info about the relay is here.
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A great story from PSN, on a topic close to our heart: the King Ranch Market (which recently took over the location of the old Apple Market) has a program to hire developmentally disabled persons. They've got ten employees already and are looking for more -- it's all part of a program out of the Foothill Vocational Center. Another good reason to shop local!
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We got a note from Dr. Anthony McFarland, chair of Kingdom of God International, who is requesting that all Christian clergy leaders in Altadena partner and participate in a "Rally to Stop the Violence" on Fri., May 15, at the corner of Altadena Dr. and Fair Oaks from 5-7 PM. The note says:
Dr. McFarland is requesting that participants "wear T-shirts from your church, white t-shirt or a T-shirt with Christian saying on it!"
For more information or to RSVP: 626-432-9502.
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The American Cancer Society's first Altadena "Relay for Life" will be held at Farnsworth Park on June 6-7, and the organizers have kicked it up a notch in anticipation of the big event. Sarah Eagle of the American Cancer Society sends us this update:
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The PSN society page today talks about the faux "arrest" of Pastor George Van Alstine of Altadena Baptist Church. It's all in fun, part of the annual fundraiser for the Altadena Christian Children's Center. Here's the details.
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Jacque Foreman of the Altadena Rotary sends us a reminder of their upcoming event at Ronnie's Automotive, 2012 N. Lake, on Saturday:
Bring a canned or packaged food donation for Union Station between 11:30 AM-2 PM and get a free American flag with stand! Click on the graphic for more details!
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Yes, we're late with this information (someone needs to TELL US things sometimes!) but the Altadena Guild of Huntington Memorial Hospital is running their annual home tour Sunday afternoon with the theme "Bonnie Brae Burn." (One of our friends, Scottish musician and fellow McLellan clan brother David Key, tells us he will be entertaining in full kilt for the event). Hit the link -- there may still be time to go!
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The League of Women Voters Pasadena Area will host a special community forum on affordable housing this Saturday, May 2.
Check-in, registration, and morning refreshments, 9:30 a.m.
Program, 10 a.m. to Noon
Jackie Robinson Center,
1020 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena
Plenty of free parking.
Questions? Phone: 626-798-0965 Fax: 626-798-0966
E-mail: office@lwvpasadenaarea.org
Click on graphic for more details.
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Altadenablog sponsor K. Zachary Abbott (www.binary-monk.com) sends us a note that TACIT, Theater Arts at California Institute of Technology (TACIT), will be having a rummage sale Saturday (tomorrow) of costumes, clothing, shoes, props, etc., 7 AM-2 PM, at 275 N. Hill in Pasadena. All proceeds benefit TACIT and its upcoming production of Bertolt Brecht's The Life of Galileo, opening May 15. For more information on the production check out http://tacit.caltech.edu.
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Just got this report from the Quality of Life Center:
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Danny's Farm just sent out its newsletter about last week's visit from Dodger Orlando Hudson. We like Danny's very much, but we do have to note that they, uh, appropriated our photos without asking permission or offering credit!
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Egg-zactly what you were looking for ... Webster's Fine Stationers (an Altadenablog sponsor) is bringing over the Easter bunny on Saturday to celebrate the season! Lori Webster writes us:
Lori also reminds us that Webster's food drive for Five Acres comes to an end tomorrow (Mon.), so if you've been procrastinating with your donation, it's time to get hopping! A list of needed items is available at the Webster's blog.
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Apologies to Bob Dylan, but Danny's Farm is all about the fun, not the work!
Dodger second baseman Orlando Hudson was at the Altadena kid farm this morning to support C.A.T.C.H., his foundation for autistic children, and it looks like a good time was had by all.
Hudson posed for photos and signed autographs, while the musical group The Conductors entertained the crowd.
Hudson was also profiled in the LA TImes today.
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Dodger second baseman Orlando Hudson will be participating in three Altadena-connected events in April as part of national Autism Awareness Month.
Hudson’s C.A.T.C.H. (Curing Autism Through Hope and Change) Foundation will host 15 special needs children at the 7:10 PM game versus the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday, April 3. The group from Education Spectrum in Altadena will be treated to free tickets, food vouchers courtesy of Panda Restaurants, and a meet-and-greet with Hudson on the field prior to the game at approximately 5 p.m. This is Hudson’s first autism related event at Dodger Stadium.
On Sat., April 4, Hudson will host 75 pre-selected families with special needs children for a visit at former Dodger Jim Gott’s Danny’s Farm, located at 3064 ½ Ridgeview Drive in Altadena, where they will enjoy a petting zoo, arts and crafts, and carriage rides. More information on Danny’s Farm can be found at www.dannysfarm.com or by calling 626-797-FARM. Street parking is available to media and the visit will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
On Thursday, April 16, Hudson will visit with special needs students at Loma Alta School, 3544 Canon Blvd. in Altadena, and read to classrooms.
Hudson, a longtime champion of autism awareness, adopted the cause when a young family member was diagnosed. Hudson’s C.A.T.C.H. Foundation founded in 2008 is based in Florence, South Carolina and provides resources and a support system for youth coping with autism related disorders. More information about Orlando Hudson and the C.A.T.C.H. Foundation can be found at www.orlandohudson1.com.
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The Altadena Christian Children's Center will host its annual benefit May 1, with the theme "Jazz Royale."
ACCC, a nationally recognized child care center in Altadena, is awarding Peggy Sisson of Pasadena with the 2009 “Community Partnership Award” at its annual IT TAKES A COMMUNITY benefit. Ms. Sisson will be honored for her distinguished accomplishments as a community leader and role model to youth in Pasadena and Los Angeles County.
Peggy Sisson, Child Care Coordinator for the City of Pasadena, who has committed hundreds of volunteer hours to promote, advocate and educate on issues affecting the well being of children and the Pasadena and Los Angeles communities. She knows the importance of community building and leadership, and has earned the highest respect from her peers and associates through her active involvement.
This year our theme is Jazz Royale. You can dance or just listen to music led by jazz great Billy Mitchell. There will be a silent auction and lots of hearty hors d’oeuvres. And you can try your luck at the casino tables to win some fantastic prizes.
The event is Friday, May 1, from 6 - 9 PM at The Neighborhood Church, 301 N. Orange Grove, Pasadena.
Cost is $40.00 per person. All proceeds benefit Altadena Christian Children’s Center.
To attend the event, please contact Tricia Delany at (626) 794-4808 or email pdelany@pdmpromotions.com by Friday, April 15
For more information you can also contact ACCC: 797-6142.
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Now that we can come up for air a bit, we're cleaning out the inbox. Had to share this missive from the Quality of Life Center, after the jump:
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The Altadena deputies are holding a fundraiser for the "999 for Kids" charity on Thurs., April 2, from 11 AM-1 PM. $5 gets you burgers links, chips. soda, and the ever-important cookie! 999 for Kids helps physically and mentally challenged children throughout Los Angeles County who are victims of the most severe cases of child abuse, neglect and family violence.
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Spawn #1 attends The Waverly School in Pasadena, and one of the components of the curriculum there is that the students must complete a number of hours of community service. if your organization has a place for volunteers, or you know of one that does, please contact dean of students Heather Brunold at 626-792-5940 x302 or heather@thewaverlyschool.org, because they have lots of energetic middle and high school students to draw from!
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We're passing on this note about a great volunteer opportunity at John Muir HS from Lonnee Hamilton:
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This Sat., March 21, from 9-11 AM, the Quality of Life Center will host Congressman Adam Schiff and county supervisor Mike Antonovich in an opportunity for current and former foster youth to have a chance to talk to their elected leaders.
The event will be held at the community center, 730 E. Altadena Dr.. Breakfast will be served, and there will be door prizes and a raffle.
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The second annual luncheon of Mentoring & Partnership for Youth Development (MPYD) will be held on Sat., April 18, from 11 AM-1 PM in the Mediterranean Room of the Brookside Golf Club, 1133 Rosemont Avenue, Pasadena.
The theme of this year’s event is “Changing Lives Through Mentoring.” MPYD will recognize individual, community, corporate, and governmental supporters. Honorary Event Host is Congressman Adam Schiff. Information on MPYD and this event is available at www.mpyd.org. Telephone Tecumseh Shackelford at (626) 840-0925 for information on sponsoring a table or purchasing individual tickets.
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