Runners prep for Alhambra`s 5K Pumpkin Run Oct. 3
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Runners prep for Alhambra`s 5K Pumpkin Run Oct. 3
09/2015 Alhambra’s second annual 5k Pumpkin Run will take place Saturday, Oct. 3, at Alhambra Park. The Chamber’s “Play Fore the Kids” golf tournament will take place Oct. 14 at the Alhambra Golf Course. Sign up for Chamber’s Oct. 14 scholarship golf tournament to ‘Play Fore the Kids’ T he Alhambra Chamber of Commerce “Play Fore the Kids” golf tournament is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 14, with a noon shot gun start at the Alhambra Golf Course, 630 S. Almansor St. While the tournament date is changed from spring to fall, the format, food, and fun will remain the same. The tournament will once again have two flights of golf — the coveted Alhambra Hospital / Evike.com “Cor- >> see PLAY FORE THE KIDS Page 14A CITY NEWS PAGE 2A CHAMBER NEWS PAGE 13A COMMUNITY NEWS PAGE 18A ACADEMIC NEWS PAGE 25A Runners prep for Alhambra’s 5K Pumpkin Run Oct. 3 A lhambra’s second annual 5k Pumpkin Run, produced by The Fit Factor, will take place Saturday, Oct. 3, at Alhambra Park, 500 N. Palm Ave. On the day of the run, registration begins at 6:30 a.m. There will be a group warm-up at 7:45 a.m. The 5K run begins at 8 a.m. A 1K Kids Run is open to ages 4 through 13. The warm-up and run begin at 9:30 a.m. Check group ages and registration on alhambrapumpkinrun.com. Register online at www.alhambrapumpkinrun. com: Regular, single runner: $40 before Aug. 31. The 1K is $18. >> see 5K PUMPKIN RUN Page 10A Yearbook Camp inspires Mark Keppel students M ark Keppel High School students attended Yearbooks@Thebeach recently at Cal State Long Beach. This is the first year Mark Keppel has participated in the three-day intensive yearbook experience where the students learned photography, designing with theme and voice in mind, and layout design. They also earned awards. At the workshop, Mark Keppel students chose their theme for the yearbook, designed the cover, designed end sheets and layouts, and wrote opening copy to introduce their book. Camp compressed what usually takes five weeks of school to The Mark Keppel High School Yearbook leadership met for Yearbooks@theBeach Camp, sponsored by Herff Jones at Cal State Long Beach, for a three-day intensive yearbook experience. Back row: Edmundo Fernandez; middle row: Sally Duong, Arodi Garcia, Kaitlyn Chow, Cathleen Kwok, Adviser Marina Alburger, Emily Lockett, and Mia Ching; Front row: Caitlin Prachasaisorade and Eunice Im. >> see MKHS YEARBOOK CAMP Page 27A 2A ChickensWelcome.com CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 Alhambra Dental Save our water; every drop counts (888) 398-1377 How to Contact Your Representatives CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS 626-570-5010 Mayor Luis Ayala Vice Mayor Barbara Messina Councilmember Dr. Steven Placido Councilmember Stephen Sham Councilmember Gary Yamauchi L A 100 South FirstB MStreet • Alhambra, CA 91801 Y AYOR UIS YALA As you may remember, with California facing one of the most severe droughts on record, Governor Brown declared a drought State of Emergency in January 2015 and directed state officials to take all necessary actions to prepare for water shortages. The goal President of the United States for Alhambra, per the State, is a 24% Barack Obama (D) reduction over the use in 2013. As of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington D.C. 20500 June, we recorded an estimated 26% U.S. Senator reduction in water use compared to Dianne Feinstein (D) June 2013 and as of July we achieved 11111 Santa Monica Blvd. #915, Los Angeles, CA 90025 a 29% reduction compared to July 310-914-7300 2013. Washington D.C. 202-224-3841 While this is great news, we must be U.S. Senator cautiously optimistic and continue our Barbara Boxer (D) water conservation efforts. 312 N. Spring St., #1748, Los Angeles, CA 90012 In addition to enforcing the 213-894-5000 new state requirements, the City is Washington D.C. 202-224-3553 trying to set an example at its own of Alhambra Utilities Division and by facilities. We are turning water off at its partner, the San Gabriel Valley MuU.S. Rep. 27th District Judy Chu (D) fountains, checking for leaks indoors nicipal Water District, has promoted 527 S. Lake Ave, Suite 106, Pasadena, CA 91101 and outdoors, making sure irrigation saving water through water saving tips 626-304-0110 timers are functioning properly, and and videos, water conservation pilot Washington D.C. 202-225-5464 This example shows how Dr. John Chao saved a hopelessly loose tooth in ONE more. We are partnering with the projects, bus shelter and newspaper ads, Becky.Cheng@mail.house.gov EASY COMFORTABLE VISIT at aWater fraction cost of outreach implants! Web of sites,the community and San Gabriel Valley and Municipal www.chu.house.gov (individual vary). rebates on water-efficient equipment. District and have plannedresults or started Governor a variety of new public education ef- Nevertheless, I can still drive around Jerry Brown (D) forts including information mailed to in the middle of a hot Alhambra day C/O State Capitol, Suite 1173, Sacramento, CA 95814 customers, rebates on water-efficient and see people watering their lawns. 510-628-0202 washing machines, exchange programs For those of you not playing by the for High Efficiency Toilets, installation rules, please stop and join our effort to State Senator 22nd District Dr. Ed Hernandez (D) of banners, signage, and bus shelters, conserve more water. West Covina 626-430-2499 Some of the easiest ways to save water water saving videos on Channel 55, East Los Angeles 323-981-3320 as identified on our Web site include: and water saving reminders at restauSacramento 916-651-4022 • Fixing leaks indoors and outdoors. rants.The City will also limit outdoor •Installing irrigation timers for irrigation at city facilities, including State Assembly 49th District Ed Chau (D) outdoor watering. the park system. 1255 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 306, Monterey Park, CA 91754 • Installing a shut-off valve on hoses. The City of Alhambra has en323-264-4949 Fax 323-264-4916 •Using a broom to clear debris couraged residents and businesses Sacramento 916-319-2049 from driveways and sidewalks. to conserve water on a voluntarily henry.lo@asm.ca.gov • Putting a cover on pools and spas. basis. Public education by the City asmdc.org/members/a49 • Planting California Native Plants that use 1/7 the amount of water. •Installing water-efficient dish and clothes washing machines. •Taking shorter showers and turning the water off when brushing teeth or shaving. Customers who notice situations where water is being wasted on private or City-owned property are urged to contact the Utilities Division at 626570-5061, or e-mail waterwatcher@ cityofalhambra.org. For those of you unfamiliar with the new regulations, here are the most important to follow: • No customer of the Water Division shall use or allow the use of water from the Water Division for landscape in excess of two days per week. • Landscape watering may only occur on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, and customers can select which two days to water from the three options. • No customer of the Water Division shall use or allow the use of water for landscape watering between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Please visit these Web sites for more information on conserving our precious water: http://www.cityofalhambra.org/ page/24/utilities_division/ http://www.sgvmwd.org/save/ index.shtml http://www.bewaterwise.com/ http://saveourwater.com/ Experience the Difference in One Visit LOOSE TEETH Before In One Visit TOOTH SAVED NEGLECTED TEETH Before In One Visit Police Department partners with 7-Eleven in celebrating DON’T generation SUFFER A DAYof LONGER! good behavior County Supervisor 5th District Michael D. Antonovich 215 N. Marengo Ave., #120, Pasadena, CA 91101 626-356-5407 This example shows how Dr. John Chao saved a severely neglected tooth in Los Angeles 213-974-5555 ONE EASY COMFORTABLE VISIT and at a fraction of the ® cost of implants! rhadjimanoukian@lacbos.org (individual results vary) www.antonovich.com TEETH RESTORED State Board of Equalization District #3 Jerome E. Horton, Vice Chair 2361 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 450 El Segundo, CA 90245 Ph. 310-297-5201, Fax 310-536-4460 Carla.martinez@boe.ca.gov www.boe.ca.gov SAVE TIME, SAVE ForMONEY and SAVE YOUR TEETH, callor just being seen 20 years, police officers nationwide have been “ticketin a positive activity in the community, ing” kids with Operation Chill® Free Slurpee® drink coupons. Many of those kids are adults now and may have children of their own who are eligible to receive a frozen John Chao, DDS, MAGD* treat for good behavior, USC School of Dentistry, compliments of 7-Eleven® Faculty, Anxiety Management and the Alhambra Police Department. *Master, Academy of General Dentistry The program began in “Less than 2% of General Dentists Philadelphia to give law enforcement officers a posin the United States are Masters,” according to the itive reason to interact with children and teens. OperAcademy of General Dentistry ation Chill® has expanded to cities across the country. Using Operation Chill, Alhambra Police Officers can “ticket” youngsters with free Slurpee coupons when caught in the act of doing something good. Appropriate acts of good might include helping another person, participating reading a book. Each coupon can be redeemed for a small Slurpee drink at participating 7-Eleven stores. Since the program’s inception in 1995, nearly14 million Operation Chill coupons have been distributed to hundreds of law enforcement agencies across the country. During 2015, up to 1.25 million coupons will be issued nationally; more than 1,100 will be distributed in Alhambra, mostly during the summer months and the back-to-school season. “Alhambra Police Officers have participated in this program for many years,” said Police Chief Mark Yokoyama. “It’s a great way to meet and greet and begin a positive dialogue with the young people in our community” “I don’t know who likes the Operation Chill program more, police officers or kids. Police Officers have told us they love having a positive reason to approach kids and surprise them with a Slurpee coupon, just for being good,” said, Mark Stinde, 7-Eleven vice president, Asset Protection. 7-Eleven’s proprietary Slurpee semi-frozen carbonated drink has generational appeal with slurpers both young and old. More than a half million Slurpee drinks are purchased each day during the summer at 7-Eleven stores across the country. CHICKENSWELCOME.COM Alhambra Dental (888) 398-1377 SE HABLA ESPAÑOL 09/2015 AROUND ALHAMBRA 3A 4A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 Recent City Council actions is a monthly publication with a total circulation of 40,000. It is mailed to every business and residence in the city of Alhambra. Around Alhambra is also mailed to all interested local, state and county officials. We welcome comments, press releases and community interest stories and will make every effort to include all appropriate information. For advertising rates and other information, contact Alhambra Chamber of Commerce 104 S. 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The following are highlights from the regular July 27 and Aug. 10 City Council meetings Economic Development The Alhambra Economic Development Corporation has been dissolved due to a lack of purpose following the approval of the Long Range Management Plan by the State. The Corporation is no longer needed since the Plan governs the disposition of all property owned by the former Alhambra Redevelopment Agency. Commendations The East Alhambra Little League major division boys’ baseball team, known as the “Alhambra Major Diablos,” was commended for its victory in the 2015 Major League California District 18 Tournament of Champions. Players receiving a commendation included Thomas Flores, Jacob Provencio, Manny Padilla, Damian Dorado, Ian Wong, Josh Gonzalez, George Hernandez, Andrew Ramirez, Chris Rangel, Andrew Gutierrez, and Nicholas Maxfield. Additional commendations were given to the coaching staff: Coach Anthony Provencio, Assistant Coaches Adrian Gonzalez and Pollo Dorado; Team Moms: Diane Flores, Joann Provencio, and Marisol Hernandez; as well as Coach/ Scorekeeper Paul Provencio and District 18 Administrator Milan Mrakich. See related article/photo on page 8A. Contracts • Contract award for professional construction man- agement and inspection services for a sewer replacement project on Valley Boulevard and Almansor Street (SA Associates). • Contract award for the purchase of four new Honda Civic CNG sedans by the City’s Fleet and Code Enforcement Division (Goudy Honda). • Contract amendment for additional engineering services provided during FY 2014-2015 (Transtech Engineers). • Contract amendment providing for one unarmed guard for five hours of parking lot security three nights per week (Thursdays through Saturdays) from 10 p.m.to 3 a.m. in all of the downtown multilevel parking structures and nearby city parking lots (Inter-Con Security Services). • Completed contract for the 2014 Catch Basin Connector Pipe Full Capture System project following the inspection and installation of city-owned catch basins (United Storm Water, Inc.). Municipal Code Chapter 3.40 of the Alhambra Municipal Code, pertaining to Bonds for Public Projects, has been amended allowing for an increase to the bond threshold to match the State law requirement for performance bonds and providing discretion to the city manager for amounts less than the threshold on a case-by-case basis. Alhambra Recycles Event coming next month — start collecting items now The annual 2015 Alhambra Recycles Event isn’t set to take place until Saturday, Oct. 24, but Alhambra residents are urged to start rounding up items that will be collected at the event. It will take place from 8 a.m. to noon at Granada Park, 2000 W. Hellman Ave., Alhambra. On the list of permissible items to bring to the Alhambra Recycles Event are electronic products, plastic bottles and aluminum cans, as well as items appropriate for the Goodwill. There will also be a document-shredding service for residential customers only. No household hazardous waste (HHW) will be collected at this event. HHW should be taken to a county-sponsored collection event offered regularly at various locations throughout the Los Angeles region. Electronic products include items such as PCs, monitors, cell phones, TVs, VCRs, etc. Proceeds from the collection of plastic bottles and aluminum cans will be donated to local non-profit organizations. Acceptable Goodwill items include clothing, rugs, curtains, artwork, lamps, CDs, DVDs, videotapes, cookware, etc. Participants are urged to arrive early in order to receive a gift certificate for a free scoop of Fosselman’s ice cream, available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. For more information about this event or recycling in general, visit the City’s Web page at www. cityofalhambra.org, or phone 626-570-5010. Help protect local citrus from serious threat A deadly plant disease called Huanglongbing (HLB) has just been found in the San Gabriel Valley, and all homeowners are being asked to help stop the spread of the disease, which has been called a death sentence for California citrus. Once trees are infected with HLB, they will die. Symptoms of HLB include Botchy, yellowing of leaves, yellow shoots, lopsidedness, small and bitter fruit, and premature and excessive fruit drops. Researchers are looking for a cure but until one is found, every tree infected with HLB will die and needs to be removed to protect other trees on the property, neighbors’ trees, and the community’s citrus. The Citrus Pest & Disease Prevention Program recommends the following to protect local trees: • Cooperate with agriculture crews inspecting local trees for the disease and taking plant samples. • Do not bring any citrus plant material into the county from other areas because they might be infected with HLB. Also, keep homegrown citrus fruit at home and do not transport citrus plant cuttings out of the area. • Look for signs of the disease each month or whenever watering, spraying, pruning, or tending trees. Learn what to look for by visiting CaliforniaCitrusThreat.org, or use the Save Our Citrus app, which can be downloaded from the Web site. 09/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA Remember 9/11 through charitable service Sept.11 continues to be remembered in a variety of ways by communities throughout the nation. As a National Day of Service and Remembrance, officially designated by Congress, Alhambra residents and others in the community are being urged to engage in some form of charitable service as a tribute to the 9/11 victims, survivors, and those who rose up in service in response to the attacks. Those looking to become involved in civic activities of benefit to fellow Alhambrans are urged to join the Alhambra Coordinating Council. The next meeting will take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, in the Civic Center Library-Reese Hall, 101 S. First St. Membership is open to all community groups, organizations, agencies, schools, individuals, and businesses in the City of Alhambra. The Coordinating Council’s activities run parallel to the charitable service objectives established by the National Day of Service and Remembrance — to unite together through volunteerism to make Alhambra a better place for everyone in the community. Coordinating Council volunteers focus on solving community problems, gathering facts and recommending actions, and coordinating various community projects. They just successfully completed their biggest project since inception — coordinating activities for the Special Olympics Host Town program. Questions about the Coordinating Council should be directed to Paolo Kespradit at 626-570-5010, or e-mail him at pkespradit@cityofalhambra. org. Many people across the U.S. were moved to act in the days following the attacks of 2001 and for many years thereafter. Let’s make sure that in 2015 Alhambra continues to remember 9/11 by spending a few moments in thoughtful reflection and patriotism and uniting together in service to serve those in greatest need in this community. 5A 6A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 Alhambra Civic Center Library offers programs for adults, teens, children Whatever one’s age, the Alhambra Civic Center Library, 101 S. First St., is available to enhance one’s life with the best in books and other materials and a diversified program of other activities. Adults A visit by the noted author of Thousand Pieces of Gold: a Biographical Novel, Ruthanne LumMcCunnon, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, in Reese Hall. She will discuss the book’s theme of Chinese pioneers adjusting to life in the American West and other titles in the collection. She will share her methods of researching stories about the ongoing experiences of the Chinese in America. Scrapbooking, Knitting, and Crocheting meets at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, in the Homework Center. The movie Cabaret, starring Liza Minelli and Joel Grey, will be shown at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, in Reese Hall. It is a movie that still stimulates excitement some 43 years later. “Make it! Sample it! Discuss it! describes the program initiated during the Summer Reading Program called the “Cookbook Club.” Participants browse through their own cookbooks or from the many cookbooks available on the library’s shelves, pick out a new or intriguing recipe, make it, bring samples for tasting, and then, at the Cookbook Club, discuss the pros and cons of their experience. The club meets seasonally; the next meeting is at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, in Reese Hall. Each meeting the samples represent a pre-announced theme. The theme for October 17 is “Brunch.” Registration opens on Sept. 1 at the second-floor Reference Desk, or register at 626-570-5079, extension 1. Teens SAT/ACT Practice Exam, for ninth through 12th graders only, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, in the Homework Center. Registration is required; check in at the Teen Desk. Children The family film Matilda (PG) kicks off the month, and it’s a special celebration of the 99th anniversary of the beloved children’s author Roald Dahl’s birthday. Matilda is the story of a wonderful little girl, who happens to be a genius, and her equally wonderful teacher versus the worst parents ever and the worst school principal imaginable. Wonderful children and great parents will all enjoy the experience at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, in Reese Hall. Jack and the Beanstalk: The Puppet Musical takes the stage at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, in Reese Hall. For ages 3 to 12 years old, this interactive puppet show, with live singing and fun songs, tells the classic tale of Jack and the Beanstalk. No registration is required, but please note that space is limited. Looking forward to early October, there are two special children’s programs scheduled: The In-N-Out Burger Cover-to-Cover Club, for children ages 4 to 12, begins on Saturday, Oct. 3, and runs through Nov. 14. Participants are invited to sign up in the Children’s Room, and then read, or have someone read to them, to earn free burgers. “Star Wars Reads Day” at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, in Reese Hall. Families with children ages 3 to 12 are invited to celebrate reading and Star Wars Stories, crafting, and fun. No registration is required, but please note that space and supplies are limited. Story Times Family Story Times, for families with children ages 5 to 12, is at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the Story Time Room, and includes stories, puppets, and other activities. Early Literacy Story Times for 0-5 year olds is gearing up for the fall 2015 session 1, running from Oct. 1 through Nov. 6. The schedule for these story times is: Baby Story Time, 0 – 12 months, Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Toddler Story Time, 1 – 2 years, Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Toddler Story Time, 1 – 2 years, Fridays at 10 15 a.m. Preschool Story Time, 3 – 5 years, Fridays at 11:15 a.m. Participants must be registered, separately, for each six-week Early Literacy Story Time session and will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to Alhambra residents. Registration forms must be filled out in person in the Children’s Room by the child’s parent, and the parent must have a valid Alhambra Civic Center Library card. Children may be registered for one Story Time only during each session, and they must meet the age requirement before the first program in the session. Due to space limitations, each registered child must be accompanied by one adult only at each Story Time program. Registration will take place on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 26 and 27, for Alhambra residents. Non-Alhambra resident registration will open on Monday, Sept. 28, and run through Sunday, Oct. 4, or until all available spaces have been filled. Information concerning special program, story times, and other children’s services is available in the Children’s Room. Phone 626-570-3215 during library service hours. 09/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA Prepare to be enchanted at Alhambra Civic Center Library’s ‘The Night Circus’ fundraiser dinner The circus is coming to the Alhambra Civic Center Library, 101 S. First St., on Friday, Sept. 25. It is a fundraiser dinner, “Table of Contents: Chapter Three Night Circus,” hosted by the Alhambra Civic Center Library Friends Foundation. Dinner and entertainment begins at 6 p.m. at the Library, 101 S. First St. The Night Circus theme is based on Erin Morgenstern’s bestselling novel The Night Circus. “Magical, enchanting, spellbinding, mesmerizing. That’s the commentary on the Night Circus,” said Library Director Carmen Hernandez. “And all literary and circus aficionados, mystery fans, and lovers of a good story will find the event to be a tasteful, captivating, and unparalleled experience.” Funds from the dinner and fundraising activities will be used to help support the many programs offered by the Library. Tickets are $70 per person, or $120 per couple, which includes dinner, unique entertainment, and opportunity baskets to support the Library. Reservations are required and can be made by phoning 626-570-5079, ext. 5602. Please RSVP by Sept. 11. The Friends Foundation supports a wide range of programs, among them the Civic Center Library’s successful Summer Reading Program, book discussion groups, and cultural, educational, and family programming. The Foundation enhances the library’s collection development, enabling it to acquire a whole range of library materials, including downloadable e-books. Fall Leisure Classes registration closes soon Sunday, Sept. 20, is the closing date for the City of Alhambra Leisure Classes Fall session. Leisure Classes are available in a variety of subject areas, a list of which appears below with a sample class from each subject. A full list of the Leisure Classes is available in the City of Alhambra summer/fall 2015 Leisure Classes, Activities & Excursions Guide, starting on Page 5, at www.cityofalhambra.org. Parent/Child classes — “Pre-School Music Class” — for children ages 18 months to 4. Teaching materials with different animal themes are designed to stimulate young minds with a wide variety of musical scales, rhythms, instruments, and styles to further motivate a child’s musical development. On Saturdays, from Sept. 12 through Nov. 14. The cost is $160 for the 10-week class, with a material fee of $34 for a book and CD due at the first class session. Computer & Academic classes — “Computer Adventure for All Ages”— a course designed for learners who are interested in sharpening their computer skills in Microsoft Office, enhancing basic communication, and teaching how to make slideshows for presentations. Two sessions are scheduled: the first on Saturdays from Sept. 12 through Oct. 24, and the second, also on Saturdays, from Oct. 31 through Dec. 19. The course cost is $112 for seven weeks, with a $10 lab and supply fee due during the first class meeting. A new course — “Intro to Computers for Seniors” — helps older generations adjust to this new cyber-world. Meeting from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Fridays at Joslyn Center, this course is just $84 for a seven-week session. Arts & Crafts Classes — “Painting Workshop” — beginners and experienced painters, ages 18+, are welcome to learn and enhance skills, with subject matter ranging from copying old masters to creating original work such as landscape, portrait, or abstract. The 12-week class meets on Mondays from Sept. 14 through Nov. 30. Class cost is $122. Participants are responsible for providing their own supplies. Music classes — “Singing Workshop” for children ages 7 to 12 — whether interested in pop, R&B, country, rock, or anything else. Participants will learn how to do more with their own unique sound, learning how to be more creative with the songs they sing. Meeting from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Wednesdays, this 10-week course costs $160 plus a $10 material fee on the first day of class. Dance classes — “Line Dancing to Oldies but Goodies” — teaches a new dance each week during the eight-week session taught to favorite oldies from categories ranging from doo-wop to classic pop hits. It is said line dancing is a great way to improve on memory and coordination. For adults 16 years of age and above. There are two sessions scheduled between Sept. 14 and Nov. 2. The first is from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays and the second is from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Fridays. The cost is $40. Health & Fitness classes — “Zumba Fitness Party” — a calorie-burning workout where participants, aged 16 and above, dance themselves into shape. It’s the most thrilling and popular workout today. Scheduled on Mondays from Sept. 14 through Dec. 7, the 12-week class cost is $62. Yoga classes —“Gentle Yoga & Meditation” — both enhance mental clarity, strength, flexibility, and balance and are ideal for all ages. Designed for those ages 16 and above, the 10-week class meets either from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Mondays or from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Saturdays from Sept. 14 through Nov. 21. $100 for 10 weeks. Participants must bring their own yoga mats. Tennis classes — “Tennis Anyone Class” — three fall sessions: Aug. 25 through Sept. 17, Sept. 22 through Oct. 15, and Oct. 20 through Nov. 12. There are four age groups: 3 to 6, 7 to 13, 7 to 17, and 18 and above. The clinics emphasize learning tennis in a fun, dynamic, fitness-friendly, environment. Classes are scheduled on varying days of the week and with varying fees. Please check out the details in the Leisure Classes, Activities & Excursions Guide. Residents and non-residents can register for Leisure Classes online at www.cityofalhambra.org, or by phone, in person, or by mail. Follow the instructions in the guide. 7A 8A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 The East Alhambra Little League major division boys’ baseball team, known as the “Alhambra Major Diablos,” was commended for its victory in the 2015 Major League California District 18 Tournament of Champions. Alhambra Major Diablos commended for Major League California District 18 Tournament of Champions victory The East Alhambra Little League major division boys’ baseball team, the “Alhambra Major Diablos,” was recently commended by the Alhambra City Council for its victory in the 2015 Major League California District 18 Tournament of Champions. The team also won the 2015 East Alhambra Little League Major Division. The Diablos were officially honored with certificates of congratulations by the Alhambra City Council. Exhibiting a level of teamwork that has made them double champions, Diablos members said they thank their coaches: Anthony Provencio, Pollo Dorado, and Adrian Gonzalez. They also said they thank Team Moms: Diane Flores, April Wong, and Joann Provencio. Diablo team members are Damian Dorado, Thomas Flores, Josh Gonzalez, Andrew Gutierrez, George Hernandez, Nicholas Maxfield, Manny Padilla, Jacob Provencio, Andrew Ramirez, Chris Rangel, and Ian Wong. Fall sports begin soon The Fall League season begins Tuesday, Sept. 8, for Adult Basketball and Monday, Sept. 14, for Co-Ed Volleyball, both in the Almansor Park Gymnasium. Basketball is on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Volleyball is on Mondays and Wednesdays. Mandatory parent meetings are scheduled in September for both the cheerleading and flag football programs in the Almansor Park Activity Room. Parents of participants in the cheerlead- ing program will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. Flag Football parents will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept.17. The Youth Basketball program begins in the New Year, with the parent meeting scheduled for 6 p.m. Jan. 7. Registration ends on Jan. 15. For more information, please phone 626-570-5081 during weekday business hours. Aquatic programs continue at Alhambra pools in September Swimming lessons are on Saturdays in September at the Alhambra Park Pool, 500 N. Palm Ave. The lessons are scheduled at 9 a.m., 9:45 a.m., and 10:30 a.m. Lap swim lanes, as space permits, will be available at that time. This final swim lesson session of the 2015 summer runs from Sept. 5 through Sept. 26. Sept. 27 is the final date this year for the Alhambra Park Water Playground, a cooling experience especially enjoyed by the younger set. It’s open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Two popular programs for children ages 8 and up are scheduled in October and November: the Novice Swim Team and the Inner Tube Water Polo session II programs at the Alhambra Park Pool. They are scheduled as follows: Swim Team from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays from Oct. 5 through Nov. 18. Inner Tube Water Polo from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays from Oct. 6 through Nov. 19. For more information, please contact the Alhambra Park Pool at 626-570-5051, Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon or Sunday from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., or the Granada Park Pool at 626-570-5093, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 09/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 9A Alhambra Fire Department to present annual open house, pancake breakfast Oct. 10 The Alhambra Fire Department, 301 N. First St., invites the community to a pancake breakfast and its annual open house from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 10. The Fire Department will give tours of the facility and display the Fire Safety House and a variety of fire and medical apparatus. A variety of show-and-tell demonstrations are scheduled, including a look at Aerial Ladder Operations and a Jaws of Life demo as part of Vehicle Rescue Techniques. Sparky the Fire Dog will greet all guests and provide the opportunity to take photos. In addition to providing handouts that provide essential fire prevention information, the open house will feature a CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) booth. Fire staff and volunteers will explain the program, which trains residents and local business people during eight weekly sessions in emergency disaster preparedness, first aid, communications, and team work. Participants will learn the skills to survive a disaster and provide neighborhood assistance until emergency agencies arrive. Additional information concerning CERT is available on the City Web site at www.cityofalhambra.org. Click on Government; click on Fire Department; click on CERT Program. Or phone A variety of fire and medical apparatus will be displayed at the Fire Department’s annual open house 626-588-CERT. and pancake breakfast on Oct. 10. The San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District was one agency at Night Out providing residents a “spinning” chance at free giveaways. Alhambra’s Dog Haus provided the Night Out crowds with free eats. The crowds were heavy, and the lines were long at the Alhambra Police Department’s Night Out Against Crime Aug. 4. Community comes out for Night Out Against Crime One of the prime goals of the annual National Night Out celebration, to “strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships,” was accomplished at Alhambra’s Night Out Against Crime Aug. 4 on the Alhambra Police Department grounds. Overflow crowds each year get a close-up look at what the Police Department does on a daily basis to maintain peace and safety. Through demonstrations, tours, personal conversations with police officers and volunteers, and the availability of printed information, Alhambra residents learned how they can partner with the Police Department to send a message to criminals that police and residents are joined together in efforts to maintain a safe community. Participants enjoyed a community picnic featuring Alhambra’s Dog Haus sausages and various cool treats from other vendors. The music of the Jack Roberts Harvey Band, various entertainment organizations, including the TMNTVAN featuring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and the pleasure of inspecting a wide range of police vehicles, from T-3, Segway-type bikes to a huge, portable MUTUAL AID Command Center, kept people busy. Thanks to the Alhambra Police Department and to the local businesses and organizations that assisted in this annual celebration, including Al’s Towing, Dog Haus restaurant, The GEO Group Inc., JACMAR, New Century BMW, Pepsi, San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District, Target, and the Alhambra Police Officers Association, the Alhambra Police Non-Sworn Employees Association, and the Alhambra Police Management Association. 10A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 Learn how to survive the drought, adhere to Phase III Water Shortage restrictions by attending upcoming workshop Knowing that water customers are concerned about the severity of water restrictions and what they can do to maintain their landscaping despite the drought and water use restrictions, the City of Alhambra Utilities Divisions will host a Drought Conservation workshop at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, at the Civic Center Library in Reese Hall, 101 S. First St. The State’s drought issue is no doubt one of the biggest concerns of the year — not just for the City’s leaders but also citizens who are faced with keeping their landscaping green with minimal water usage under the current Phase III Water Shortage Plan. Earlier this year, the City of Alhambra came under a State mandate to reduce water consumption by 24%, requiring a stringent drought response affecting water customers throughout the city. Water customers are required to restrict their outdoor watering to only TWO days per week (Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday) and limited to before 8 a.m. and after 6 p.m. All of the previously imposed restrictions under Phase II also continue to remain in effect. Workshop topics will focus on how bad the drought really is; how long it might last; what state and local governments are doing to ease the burden; and what options are available to water users, both residential and business customers, such as water-wise landscaping tips and the availability of conservation-oriented product rebates.With a recent grant award provided to the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District (SGVMWD) in the amount of $231,915 for water and energy conservation, water customers are encouraged to attend the seminar to find out what rebates are being made available to them. The workshop will include presentations by Evelyn Reyes, External Affairs manager of the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District, and Dennis Ahlen, general manager of the City of Alhambra Utilities Operations Division. There will be an opportunity for customers to pose questions to these water conservation experts. Water customers who attend the workshop will receive conservation-related information, giveaways, and onsite refreshments. For more information about the Phase III Water Shortage Plan and the current drought dilemma, view the City’s Web site at www.cityofalhambra.org, or phone 626-570-5061. Kids, ages 4 through 13, can participate in their own 1K run. 5K PUMPKIN RUN From Page 1A Late, single runner: $45 before Sept. 30. The 1K is $22. Race day: $50. The 1K is $25. For race information and promotions, please “like” the Facebook page at www. facebook.com/alhambrapumpkinrun. The Alhambra Pumpkin Run’s mission is to provide a fun family environment to promote physical fitness and health through a community based event. The Alhambra Pumpkin Run is one of Alhambra’s biggest annual city wide events. More than 2,000 people attend the event. To make the run more fun, participants can dress up in orange and black, Halloween costumes, pumpkin gear, etc. There will also be food trucks, deejay music, local vendors, face painting and balloons, a costume contest, and giveaways from local vendors and sponsors. Runners will receive a T-shirt, a run- ners bib, runners race/timed chip, and an end-of-race medal. For more information, vendor inquiries, and registration questions, please e-mail info@alhambrapumpkinrun.com. Streets will be closed from 5 a.m. to noon. Please note that some streets may open sooner as the 5K is over and will begin to open in the clockwise direction of the 5K route. Residents will not be able to move their cars during this time. If residents need to use their vehicles, please park cars outside the 5K route zone and walk to the cars during this time. All parking restrictions are relaxed from Oct. 2 through Oct. 4 in the area from Atlantic to Fremont and Main to Huntington. For questions regarding 5K street closures or parking only, please phone Alhambra Public Works at 626-570-5067. See map of the run on page 11A. 09/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA Dear Resident: The second annual Alhambra Pumpkin Run will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2015. We would like to invite your participation in the 5K Run for adults and 1K run for kids and teens. The Run will begin at 8 a.m. at Alhambra Park, and transgress through many local neighborhoods. ROAD CLOSURES: On Oct. 3, from 4 a.m. to noon, ALL of the streets within the race zone will be CLOSED TO TRAFFIC. The following streets will be closed during the race: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Olive Ave (Pine St. to Woodward Ave.) Curtis Ave (Pine St. to Woodward Ave.) Marguerita Ave (Pine St. to Woodward Ave.) Dos Robles Pl. (Alhambra Rd. to Pine St.) Electric Ave. (Larch to Pine St.) Bushnell Ave. (Larch to Alhambra Rd.) Marengo Ave. (Vine St. to Alhambra Rd.) Campbell Ave. (Grand Ave. to Alhambra Rd.) Ethel Ave. (Grand Ave. to Alhambra Rd.) Raymond Ave. (Vine St. to Alhambra Rd.) Palm Ave. (Main St. to Alhambra Rd.) Alhambra Rd. (La France Ave. to Atlantic Blvd.) Grand Ave. (Raymond Ave. to Marengo Ave.) St. Charles Terrace (Curtis Ave. to Atlantic Blvd.) Woodward Ave. (Marguerita Ave. to Atlantic Blvd.) Larch St. (La France St. to Marguerita Ave.) Vine St. (Palm Ave. to Marengo Ave.) Cedar St. (Main St. to Marengo Ave.) Pine St. (Bushnell Ave. to Atlantic Blvd.) Overnight parking restrictions will be relaxed from Oct. 2 through Oct. 5, 2015, from Atlantic Blvd. to Fremont Ave., and from Main St. to Huntington Dr. If you require vehicle access during this time, please arrange to park on an adjacent unaffected street. For more information, please call Public Works at 626-570-5067, or view the map and information on the City’s Web site at www.cityofalhambra.org and/or www.facebook/AlhambraPumpkinRun. Thank you for your patience and understanding. 111 South First Street Alhambra, CA 91801 Phone: 626-570-5090 www.cityofalhambra.org 11A 12A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 09/2015 Summer Serenade entertains crowds Every age group, from newborn to senior, attended the four Summer Serenade concerts hosted by the City of Alhambra Community Services Department in July and August. Families enjoyed the music, their picnics, and treats from the food vendor. The musical groups included Pop Gun Rerun, with hot hits from the ‘80s; The Smokin’ Cobras, producing all the true rock-n-roll and soul hits; Stone Soul, one of the best classic soul and Motown bands working today; and Chico Band, back for a well-received performance, featuring big band hits and samples from most every music category known to an appreciative audience. All the bands were enthusiastically welcomed at the Summer Serenade. The Smokin’ Cobras opened the month of August with a lot of spirit. The following crimes were reported to the Alhambra Police Department in July. The areas of occurrence are listed to the nearest block — not exact addresses. By publishing these reports, it is hoped Alhambra residents will take the necessary measures to ensure their individual safety, as well as the safety of their property. Neighborhood Watch Works! To join Neighborhood Watch, or for more crime prevention information and safety tips, contact the Alhambra Police Department Crime Prevention Office at 626-570-5177. District One Burglary (2) 100 N. First 600 N. Atlantic Theft/Burglary from Vehicle (3) 200 W. Main 100 N. Garfield 400 S. Almansor Grand Theft Auto (4) 00 S. Hidalgo 300 S. Garfield 600 W. Washington 800 N. Monterey Robbery (0) 00 E. Main District Two Burglary (5) 1000 S. Hidalgo 1200 S. Monterey 1800 S. Monterey 600 S. Second 800 S. Ninth Theft/Burglary from Vehicle (1) Ninth/Shorb Grand Theft Auto (5) Shorb/Sixth 1400 E. Valley 1400 S. Third 700 S. Eighth 700 E. Valley Robbery (0) Picnickers and music-lovers attended the Summer Serenade. District Three Burglary(0) Theft/Burglary from Vehicle (14) 100 N. Curtis (x2) 1500 W. Main (x3) 200 S. Raymond 2200 W. Main 2400 W. Grand 2400 W. Alhambra 200 S. Hampden 300 N. Primrose 400 N. Palm 600 S. Orange Grove 900 S. Winthrop Grand Theft Auto (11) 1300 W. Main Primrose/Alhambra 1100 W. Main 200 S. Raymond Fremont/Commonwealth 100 N. Olive 2700 W. Main (x2) Chestnut/Palm 2500 W. Birch 700 S. Electric Robbery (0) District Four Burglary (2) 1900 S. Primrose 2200 S. Electric Theft Burglary from Vehicle (7) 2000 S. Electric 1700 W. Valley 1000 S. Marengo (x2) 1800 S. Edgewood 2400 S. Roark 1600 S. Curtis Grand Theft Auto (4) 1600 Edgewood 2700 W. Ramona 2700 W. Valley 900 S. Marguerita Robbery (1) Bonito/Shorb 09/2015 CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA TeamLogic IT recently opened at 2200 S. Fremont Avenue, Suite 203, Alhambra. From left are Rylan Tiano, technician; TeamLogic IT owner Michael Francis; and Emily Yi, sales. TeamLogic IT opens in Alhambra TeamLogic IT, a national provider of comprehensive IT management services for businesses, recently opened at 2200 S. Fremont Ave., Suite 203, Alhambra. Franchise Business Review named TeamLogic IT the No. 1 technology franchise company four years in a row. The business is owned by Michael Francis. Prior to opening his TeamLogic IT business, Mr. Francis spent the majority of his career as a design engineer in the automotive and aerospace industries. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from South Bank University in England and certification in mechanical engineering from Oxford Polytechnic. “I am very pleased to be building my TeamLogic IT team here and supporting fellow business owners in the San Gabriel Valley,” said Mr. Francis. “Due to our nationwide presence and hundreds of technicians around the country, we can offer businesses more proactive services than most computer maintenance or repair companies. All of our services are designed to meet small- and medium-sized business needs and help our clients focus on their business while we handle all of their IT related issues.” Mr. Francis said companies rely on TeamLogic IT’s managed IT services for proactive IT management to help increase productivity throughout their organizations, while also gaining better ROI from their technology investments. Solutions are designed to meet client needs while helping them build an IT platform for future growth. TeamLogic IT also provides networking services, security services, data services, e-mail services, telecommunications, and hardware and software products for business managers seeking to outsource their IT needs. “The combination of being able to provide world-class IT services because of our nationwide presence, combined with the benefit of local management teams, has allowed TeamLogic IT to experience significant growth over the past several years,” said Chuck Lennon, president of TeamLogic, Inc. “We are delighted that Michael has joined our network to service the Alhambra area business market.” TeamLogic IT is owned by Franchise Services, Inc. (FSI), a management company that also owns the franchise brands Sir Speedy, PIP Printing and Marketing Services, Signal Graphics, and MultiCopy in the Netherlands. Contact Mr. Francis at 626-559-2983, or e-mail mfrancis@TeamLogicIT.com. Visit the Web site at www.TeamLogicIT. com/AlhambraCA519. It’s all about networking Join the Chamber for an informal social where business people get together, exchange ideas, and develop new relationships. These monthly networking programs are sponsored by and hosted at Chamber member establishments. Networking is one of the most affordable means of marketing resulting in invaluable personal referrals and word-of-mouth advertising. So, don’t hesitate. Bring plenty of business cards and a winning handshake to the next Business After Hours and develop a synergistic group of business contacts. This month’s Business After Hours mixer will take place Wednesday, Sept. 23 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Hosted by Wells Fargo 701 E. Main St., Alhambra 91801 Founded in 1852, Wells Fargo provides banking, insurance, investments, mortgage, and consumer and commercial finance services through more than 8,700 locations, more than 12,500 ATMs, online (wellsfargo.com), and mobile devices. Cost: $10 for members $15 for non-members For more information about the Business After Hours Mixers, phone the Chamber at 626-282-8481 13A 14A CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 The Alhambra Chamber of Commerce thanks these members for renewing their memberships and for their continued support: Alhambra Backflow/ Lue Plumbing Service 2011 S. Fremont Ave. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-281-6736 Member since 2007 A.S. Rogers Income Tax Service 555 W. Main St., Suite G Alhambra, CA 91801 626-282-2156 Member since 1990 Alhambra Exchange Club P.O. Box 468 Alhambra, CA 91802 626-289-1632 Member since 1986 Automobile Club of Southern California 401 E. Main St., Suite 101 Alhambra, CA 91801 626-289-4491 Member since 1981 Alhambra Golf Course 630 S. Almansor St. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-570-5059 Member since 1987 Bob Wondries Ford #1 P.O. Box 1131 Alhambra, CA 91802 626-289-3591 Member since 1962 Alhambra Historical Society 1550 W. Alhambra Road Alhambra, CA 91801 626-300-8845 Member since 1984 Bun ‘N Burger 1000 E. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-281-6777 Member since 1989 Alhambra Hospital Medical Center 100 S. Raymond Ave. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-570-1606 Member since 1991 Classical European Music Academy Los Angeles P.O. Box 3994 Los Angeles, CA 90078 323-678-3239 Member since 2014 Alhambra Police Officers Association P.O. Box 7339 Alhambra, CA 91802-7499 626-376-3253 Member since 1977 Dynasty Escrow 205 S. Chapel Ave., Suite D Alhambra, CA 91801 626-281-5491 Member since 1989 Perry, Stephen Member since 1989 Ramona Convent Secondary School 1701 W. Ramona Road Alhambra, CA 91803-3099 626-282-4151 Member since 1991 Rose Hills Mortuary 550 E. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-299-3000 Member since 2008 Safco Realty & Investment, Inc. 238 S. Atlantic Blvd. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-289-4088 Member since 1981 San Gabriel Valley Water District P. O. Box 1299 Azusa, CA 91702 626-969-7911 Member since 1983 Sayon Fitness 125 W. Main St, Suite C Alhambra, CA 91801 323-547-1180 Member since 2014 Sierra Acura of Alhambra 1700 W. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-284-8533 Member since 1987 State Senator Ed Hernandez toured Alhambra on Aug. 4 in order to learn about the city’s history, demographics, assets, needs, and future plans. From left are City Manager Mary Swink, Chamber Legislative Affairs Director Owen Guenthard, Chamber Past President Lee Lieberg, Chamber President Robert Fukui, Sen. Hernandez, Mayor Luis Ayala, Alhambra Vice Mayor Barbara Messina, Alhambra School Board member Jane Anderson, and Alhambra Unified School District Supt. Laura Tellez-Gagliano. Alhambra Unified School District E. L. Maloney Plumbing Company 1515 W. Mission Road 1008 “A” Huntington Drive Siu, Tina Marie & Annie DDS Alhambra, CA 91803 2595 Huntington Drive San Marino, CA 91108 626-943-3330 San Marino, CA 91108 626-289-0228 Member since 1974 626-796-0615 Member since 1989 Member since 1955 Alhambra Valley Properties #1 Goudy Honda 11812 San Vicente Blvd. #500 The Alhambra Woman’s Club 1400 W. Main St. Los Angeles, CA 90049-5081 P.O. Box 84 Alhambra, CA 91801 310-471-4300 Alhambra, CA 91802 626-576-1114 Member since 1962 626-548-2209 Member since 1972 Member since 1962 Alhambra Veterinary Hospital InveServe Corporation 1501 W. Mission Road W. Y International Inc. 1300 E. Main St., Suite #210 Alhambra, CA 91803 2000 S. Garfield Ave. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-289-9227 Los Angeles, CA 90040 626-458-3435 Member since 1969 323-726-8733 Member since 2014 Member since 1981 Anthony Venti Realtors, Inc. MCS West SGV 1129 E. Main St. Worksource Center Alhambra, CA 91801 1000 Corporate Center 626-282-6121 To renew your membership Drive, Ste. 550 Member since 1987 with a credit card, Monterey Park, CA 91754 please phone the Chamber 323-647-6500 at 626-282-8481. Member since 2009 PLAY FORE THE KIDS From Page 1A porate Cup” team trophy competition and a second “Open” flight of golfers. This year’s tournament will again feature hole-in-one competition at all the three par-three holes, as well as longest drive and closest-to-the-pin awards on all the three-par holes. Regular tournament green fees will be lowered this year to $120 per golfer, and include cart, bag lunch and beverages, range balls, awards dinner, and a team photo. Corporate sponsor foursomes will be priced at $700 and include golf for four, bag lunch and beverages, range balls, awards dinner, team photo, tee sign, corporate golf cart signs, and special recognition in all advertising and promotional publications. For non-golfers wishing to support the Chamber’s popular scholarship program, individuals and businesses can purchase individual golf tee or green signs priced at only $100 each. The tournament Co-Title Sponsors are Alhambra Hospital Medical Center and Evike.com. Hole-in-one sponsorships are available on three of the par-three holes. An award dinner and raffle will immediately follow the tournament at Almansor Court. Further information and tournament entry forms will be available at the Almansor Golf Shop and the Alhambra Chamber office, 104 S. First St. For more information, phone 626-282-8481, or e-mail ihernandez@ alhambrachamber.com. One of the stops on the tour included The Alhambra. Development Manager Megan Moloughney talks to Sen. Hernandez about the campus. Sen. Hernandez visits new turf: Alhambra City and community leaders welcomed Senator Ed Hernandez, Alhambra’s representative to the California State Senate, to Alhambra on Aug. 4 for a tour of the city to help familiarize him with Alhambra and its history, demographics, assets, needs, and future plans. The visit began with a video presentation at the Alhambra Civic Center Library. Featured speakers were Mayor Luis Ayala, Alhambra Unified School District Supt. Laura Tellez-Gagliano, and Alhambra Chamber President Robert Fukui. Also present were Alhambra Vice Mayor Barbara Messina, Al- hambra City Manager Mary Swink, Director of Public Works Mary Chavez, School Board member Jane Anderson, Alhambra Chamber Immediate Past President Lee Lieberg, Chamber Executive Director Sharon Gibbs, and Legislative Affairs Director Owen Guenthard. The tour included Alhambra’s Civic Center featuring City Hall, the library, police station, court house, and post office and the Downtown Central Business District, including the parking structures, theater complex, and Shea Properties’ Alhambra Place featuring retail, food, service, and residential units, which will open soon. Showcased in the tour was the terminus of the 710 freeway to show the senator the need for the 710 tunnel. He also visited Auto Row; West Main Street and Fremont corridor retail developments, with a stop at The Alhambra, a retail and office community at Fremont and Mission Road; and Valley Boulevard. The tour ended with a visit to Alhambra’s fire and police training facility on the city’s eastern border. The stop included a fire safety training demonstration and the introduction of Alhambra Fire Chief Bill Walker and Alhambra Police Chief Mark Yokoyama. 09/2015 AROUND ALHAMBRA For more information please call (626) 943-3080 or visit www.aef4kids.com 15A 16A CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 Vino at Trio’s owner Michael Fata and sommelier Jesus Evangelista get ready to sample a wine from Switzerland. Vino at Trio’s wins 2015 Wine Spectator Award for Excellence BY ADRIANA MAESTAS Vino at Trio’s, a local wine bar that offers a casual but intimate wine experience, has only been open since January 2012. But in the three and a half years that it’s been in existence, it has already distinguished itself as a leader in wine by winning the 2015 Award for Excellence from Wine Spectator. The award is given to establishments that have a high quality wine list. Michael Fata, the owner of Vino at Trio’s, has a passion for wine. When he opened Vino at Trio’s, his goal was to bring something unique to Alhambra by providing an elegant, yet relaxed atmosphere where people can enjoy excellent wine and have an experience that is more unique than at a typical restaurant that has food as its focal point. “What you have here is something unique to Alhambra. There are no TVs here. People come in, order wine, and talk to each other. The quality of wine that we serve is as good as what you would find in any wine bar from here to San Francisco,” said Mr. Fata. Mr. Fata employs sommeliers to pour wine. Sommeliers are trained wine professionals who can make recommendations to wine newbies and experts, know the source of the wines, and can help you pair a wine to whatever you might be craving on the menu of small plates and handcrafted pizzas that are served in the bar. Because Vino at Trio’s concentrates on wine, customers can expect a level of service that they won’t get at a typical bar or restaurant. If you are craving something fruity or with a certain note, one of the sommeliers can take you on a journey to find a white, rose, or chilled red to satisfy your need. Sommelier Jesus Evangelista said that his goal is to expand the guests’ wine knowledge while tailoring their experience at the bar based on their individual tastes. Vino at Trio’s has 140 labels by the bottle and pours 25 different wines by the glass. While the wine menu is always in flux, when I visited, the lowest price per glass was at $6. The wine list changes weekly, and this has to do with the wineries Mr. Fata and his team engage with. A lot of what is poured at the wine bar comes from producers who make less than 500 cases per year. Mr. Fata and his sommeliers seek out wines from boutique wineries across the globe. If you would like to learn more about wine and experience something special in one of the best kept secrets in Alhambra, come to the next wine tasting event scheduled for 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. Chef James Boyle will produce a menu based upon a list of about 10 wines that the sommeliers will be pouring. Attendees can taste wines at different stations and sample some great food. Vino at Trio’s is located at 10 N. First St., Alhambra. It is open from 3 p.m. until close Tuesday through Sunday. Check out the Web site at http://www.vinotrios.com for more information about the upcoming wine tasting event on Sept. 27. Thursday, Sept. 17 “Maximizing Your business’s Online Presence (for Absolutely Free)” Presented by Attorney Frank W. Chen Noon to 1:30 p.m. Alhambra Chamber of Commerce board room 104 S. First St. Attorney Frank W. Chen will teach small business owners how to get found on Google without having to pay anything for advertising. Beyond merely having a Web site, businesses can significantly enhance their online presence by claiming a multitude of online directory listings, developing a social media presence, and effectively showing off their expertise through reviews and blogging. This Chamber program, offered on the third Thursday of each month, provides informative and educational seminars pertinent to small businesses. The cost of the program is free to Chamber members. There is a $15 charge for non-members. Lunch is included. To make reservations, or for more information about the Chamber’s Lunch & Learn program, contact Irma Hernandez, Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, at 626-282-8481 or ihernandez@alhambrachamber.org. 09/2015 CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA Before 17A TEETH REST This example shows how Dr. John Chao saved ONE EASY COMFORTABLE VISIT and at a fr (individual results va DON’T SUFFER A D On the way to … Yellowstone National Park is the World’s First National Park and has millions of visitors each year. The park is a major destination for all members of the family. Driving the grand loop road, visitors can view the park from the comfort of their vehicle and also take a rest at one of the many roadside picnic areas. For the active visitor, the park has thousands of miles of trails from day hikes to backcountry explorations. Yellowstone National Park has a variety of amazing features such as: • Wildlife: Seven species of ungulates (bison, moose, elk, pronghorn), two species of bear and 67 other mammals, 322 species of birds, 16 species of fish, and of course the gray wolf. • Plants: There are more than 1,100 species of native plants, more than 200 species of exotic plants, and more than 400 OUR species of thermo holes. • Geology: The park is home to one of the world’s largest calderas with more than 10,000 thermal features and more than 300 geysers. It has one of the world’s largest petrified forests. It has more than 290 waterfalls with the 308 foot Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River as its showpiece. • Yellowstone Lake is the largest (132 sq. miles) high altitude (7,732 feet) lake in North America. For more information on trips and tours to Yellowstone National Park, please contact My Beyond Travel Agency, where we help you book your dream vacation. My Beyond Travel Agency Telephone: 626-671-1088 E-mail: mybeyondtravel@gmail.com WELCOME CHAMBER MEMBERS! New Applebee’s Restaurant 21 E. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-576-5621 applebees.com Applebee’s was founded nearly three decades ago on the principles of exceptional value and family fun. CremeBee 137 W. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-741-5159 cremebee.com Frozen yogurt Dog Haus 410 E. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-282-4287 doghausdogs.com Dog Haus is Southern California’s craft casual hot dog concept. Guests can choose from signature Haus creations or customize their own from a selection of more than 40 quality toppings. New York Life Insurance Company-Glendale Stephan Taylor 801 N. Brand Blvd., Penthouse Glendale, CA 91203 818-259-0551 Pizza Studio 6 W. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 pizzastudio.com Create your own pizza. Sage Bistro 521 W. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 626-289-8713 Restaurant Opening soon Sage Granada Park United Methodist Church 1850 W. Hellman Ave. Alhambra, CA 91803 626-284-3229 sgpumc.org One of the goals of this multicultural church is to grow into an outreach ministry in the San Gabriel Valley area. Summit Academics 100 S. Fremont Ave., Bldg. A1, Suite 117 Alhambra, CA 91803 626-308-7409 summit-academics.com The Summit Academics after school program offers daily homework assistance and keeps track of each student’s progress. TeamLogic IT 2200 S. Fremont Ave., Suite 203 Alhambra, CA 91803 626-559-2983 TeamLogicIT.com/AlhambraCA In less than a decade, TeamLogic IT has grown into the nationwide network businesses rely on for Managed IT Services. TZ International Group 400 S. Atlantic Blvd. #168 Monterey Park, CA 91754 626-236-7881 Chase Bank Michelle Xu 120 W. Las Tunas Drive San Gabriel, CA 91776 626-285-9881 SAVE TIME, SAVE MONEY and S John Chao, DDS, MAGD* USC School of Dentistry, Faculty, Anxiety Management *Master, Academy of General Dentistry “Less than 2% of General Dentists in the United States are Masters,” according to the Academy of General Dentistry CHICK Alh 18A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 Alhambra fiction author Robert Henricks has written a new book, Juggling With Knives. 10 Questions to Ask Before Alhambra author Robert Henricks’ new You Hire a Real Estate Agent Alhambra - Not all real estate agents are the same. If you decide to seek the help of an agent when selling or buying your home, you need some good information before you make any moves. Choosing a real estate agent is one of those critical issues that can cost or save you thousands of dollars. In this FREE special report, we give you the specific questions you should be asking to ensure that you get the best representation for your needs. 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But when he attempts to cater a dinner on Deer Island in the St. Lawrence River, he finds himself caught up in the murder of an FBI agent as well as a narcotics investigation involving a Chinese triad, Russian organized crime, and some people from Yale University’s Skull and Bones Society. Mr. Henricks has created many twists and turns in this adventurous tale. Read along as Harry Wells quickly falls back into his old ways and uses his former training to assist the FBI and protect his innocent boss in this complicated investigation. The book is published by New York City-based Page Publishing. Juggling With Knives can be purchased at bookstores everywhere and online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, and Barnes and Noble. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708. San Gabriel Mission to host 244th annual Fiesta Sept. 4 through Sept. 6 The San Gabriel Mission will host its 244th annual Fiesta celebration over Labor Day weekend Sept. 4 through Sept. 6. The three-day event will feature an International Food Court with a wide selection of cultural foods, live entertainment, mechanical rides, and a Beer Garden. This year’s event will feature a new selection of rides as well as a teen zone providing a fun- filled family atmosphere for all to enjoy. The Fiesta will kick off with an inaugural “Blessing of the Grounds” on Friday, Sept. 4, at 5:45 p.m. accompanied by Mariachi Herradura de Plata. The Latin jazz sounds of Susie Hansen will close the evening from 9 p.m. to midnight. Saturday’s entertainment will begin with the Gabrielino High School Marching Band at 5:45 p.m. Headlining Saturday’s entertainment is The Balance Band beginning at 9:30 p.m. The weekend entertainment will also include a live deejay in the Teen Zone. The Fiesta hosts a Grand Prize Raffle with more than $9,000 in prizes. Tickets are $2 each; a book of 20 tickets is $40. Raffles take place on Sunday evening. Winners need not be present. Tickets can also be purchased now at the Rectory Office until sold out. Pre-sale priced ride tickets and unlimited ride wristbands are currently available. Daily wristbands are $35 pre-sale at the Rectory Office and $40 at Fiesta. A weekend wristband can be purchased at the office for $100 prior to the Fiesta. Ride tickets can also be purchased at the event. The event is the parish’s main fundraiser with proceeds directed toward the parish, elementary, and high school needs. Lead event sponsors include Northgate Market, Pierce Brothers Mortuary, and Super A. The Fiesta will take place at 428 S. Mission Drive, San Gabriel. Admission is free. Friday, Sept. 4, 5:45 p.m. to 11p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 5, 9 a.m. to midnight; Sunday, Sept. 6, noon to midnight. Event details are subject to change. For more information, contact the Rectory Office at 626- 457-3035, or visit www. sangabrielmissionfiesta.org and sign up for more information. Like “San Gabriel Mission Fiesta” on Facebook. 09/2015 COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 19A Assemblymember Chau hosts workshop to help non-profit organizations Assemblymember Ed Chau (D-Monterey Park) sponsored a workshop on July 30 to provide local service oriented nonprofits with a summary of California laws and ways to conduct fundraising and manage related activities. The workshop was conducted by Nancy Berlin, policy director for the California Association of Non-Profits, and Sarah Stegemoeller, the senior staff attorney with Public Council’s Community Development Project. The California Association of Non-Profits is an organization that works to unify its 10,000 non-profit members under advocacy and uses its voice to speak to government agencies and legislators. Public Council offers pro-bono legal services for more than 30,000 groups, including nonprofit organizations, through impact litigation and policy advocacy. With more than 80,000 non-profit organizations in California, this sector is the third largest of all industries behind retail trade and manufacturing. However, measures, such as California’s Non-Profit Integrity Act of 2004, set guidelines that non-profits may not be aware of. This workshop was geared toward increasing that awareness and identifying services that are vital in bridging the gap between community and organizations. In attendance were representatives from worship organizations, educational institutions, cultural outreach programs, health care providers, and athletic services. Mr. Chau represents the 49th Assembly District, which includes Alhambra, Arcadia, El Monte, Monterey Park, Rosemead, San Gabriel, San Marino, Temple City, and portions of Montebello and South El Monte. Assemblymember Ed Chau offered a workshop on July 30 to provide local service oriented nonprofits a summary of California laws that they might not be aware of and ways to conduct fundraising. From left are Monterey Park Mayor Hans Liang, Mr. Chau, and workshop conductors Sarah Stegemoeller and Nancy Berlin. Historical Society to host talk Woman’s Club resumes on Community Services Dept. monthly meetings Oct. 7 Community Services Department Supervisor Mike Macias will discuss the department’s past, present, and future at the Alhambra Historical Society’s meeting at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the Masonic Center, 9 W. Woodward Ave. “Meet and Greet” begins at 7 p.m. for refreshments and viewing a display of the Museum’s historical items, many of which The Alhambra Woman’s Club will meet were donated by Alhambra residents. Mr. Macias will also discuss the effects of at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Almansor the drought on the department’s activities. Court, 700 S. Almansor St., Alhambra. There will be lunch and entertainment. A question and answer period will follow. The next meeting, Silent Movie Night, will take place Nov. 18. For more information about the meeting or the Alhambra Historical Society, please phone 626- 300-8845. Goudy Honda donates to Cancer Society The American Cancer Society honored Goudy Honda, 1400 W. Main St., on Aug. 10 for making a donation to the Cancer Society’s “Team Edgar.” From left are General Sales Manager Michael DeVille, Goudy Honda President Tony Iskandar, and American Cancer Society representative Gloria Marichalar. To make a donation, contact Ms. Marichalar at 323-691-3918. Please make reservations by phoning 626-289-9307. The club meets on the first Wednesday of each month. VISIT THE CHAMBER ONLINE AT alhambrachamber.org 20A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 Ramona Convent Secondary School welcomed new faculty members to the school this year. From left are Dr. Matthew Carrillo-Vincent, Dr. Susan Selvin, Amanda Argueta, and Richard Gallegos. Ramona Convent Secondary School welcomes five new teachers As Ramona Convent Secondary School begins its 126th year in Alhambra, it welcomes the Class of 2019 and five new faculty members. Richard Gallegos is the new Theatre Production Director for after school plays, Comedy Sportz, and the International Thespian Society. He was trained at the Los Angeles Theatre Academy and has been a resident artist and teacher of theatre at schools ranging from elementary to high school and college. He is a working actor with a long and varied resume, a Shakespeare expert as a member of Will and Company, and an expert in stage combat. Dr. Susan Selvin’s experience teaching French ranges from middle school through college. After earning her undergraduate degree in French language and literature from Willamette University, she earned her master’s from the University of Washington and her Ph.D. from UCLA. Sister Daleen Larkin will teach Theology 12 and join the Campus Ministry team. She is a master catechist, with an undergraduate degree in sociology from Holy Names University, a master’s in Human Development from Pacific Oaks, and additional units in education and theology. She’s been an elementary school principal, serving at St. Andrews for many years and partnering with the Armory Center for the Arts creating an innovative partnership between the two institutions. Dr. Matthew Carrillo-Vincent will teach English 9, English 11, and AP English literature and coordinate the creative writing contest and the Literary Magazine. He was destined to teach in all girls schools: His undergraduate honors thesis at the University of San Diego was “Finding Her Voice in Yours: A Thematic Unit Teaching Gender Studies in the Secondary School Classroom.” His master’s is from NYU in Interdisciplinary Humanities and Social Thought and his Ph.D. is in English from USC with a certificate in gender studies. He was a coordinator for the Writing Program and lecturer in writing at USC for five years. Amanda Argueta will teach theology 11 and 12 and serve on the Campus Ministry team. She is a recent graduate of Whittier College who earned academic honors in her major, religious studies. Ms. Argueta worked the Boys and Girls Club as a case manager for high school students, where, among other things, helped them with their college applications and essays. For the past two summers she has coordinated the Amy Biehl Foundation Project on Human Rights and Social Responsibility designing educational programs for adolescents. She graduated with the Class of 2011 from Ramona. Learn disaster skills at Community Emergency Response Team training The Alhambra Fire Department will conduct free CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training beginning Oct. 6 for residents of Alhambra. The 21-hour training class will be offered from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesdays for seven consecutive weeks at the Alhambra Fire Training Facility, 911 S. New Ave. CERT is a community-based program developed to help residents of the City prepare for disasters and to assist neighbors and others following a major earthquake or other local event. Training includes light search and rescue operations, live fire extinguishment, utility control, heavy object lifting with hand tools, and patient triage and treatment. Olivia Carnegie, one of Alhambra’s CERT participants at the last bi-annual CERT refresher training course, said that it had been a great review and she was glad she had attended. To attend the class, please contact Alhambra Fire Department CERT Recruitment at cert@alhambrafire.org. For more information, visit alhambracert.org or cityofalhambra.org. 09/2015 COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 21A ChickensWelcome.com Alhambra Dental (888) 398-1377 100 South First Street • Alhambra, CA 91801 The newly refurbished Talmage V. Burke Xeriscape Garden, in Burke Heritage Park, was improved through the leadership of Boy Scout Matthew Fernandez, whose efforts earned him the title of Eagle Scout. Experience the Difference in One Visit Boy Scout earns Eagle Scout rank LOOSE TEETH Before In One VisitTalmage V. Burke by refurbishing Wells Fargo will sponsor the Los Angeles County Fair, running Sept. 4 through Sept. 27, for the seventh consecutive year. Wells Fargo sponsors 2015 Xeriscape Garden Los Angeles County Fair Matthew Fernandez, Scout Troop #333 the new plantings, installed new “bender at the Holy Family Catholic Church in board” surrounding each plot within the South Pasadena, achieved the honor of garden, added wood chips to the plots, the Eagle Scout rank at a formal “Court of and added more than 8 cubic yards of Honor,” following an Eagle Scout Board decomposed granite to the pathways of Review that examined his project in that meander through the plantings. The Wells Fargo announced that for the Covina. fine detail and addressed his talents and garden was created several years ago to seventh consecutive year, America’s Com“Wells Fargo’s annual sponsorship of efforts to improve a special garden in demonstrate the value of drought-tolerant munity Bank will sponsor the Los Angeles the Los Angeles County Fair is a fun way one of Alhambra’s parks: the Talmage V. landscaping. example Dr. John Chao hopelessly loose tooth in ONE One of the leadership strengths demonCounty Fair, running Sept. 4 This through for us shows to show how our commitment to localsaved BurkeaXeriscape Garden located in Burke Sept. 27, at the Fairplex in Pomona. communities and customers,” Nicha EASY COMFORTABLE VISITsaid and at aHeritage fraction theAlhambra cost ofHistorical implants! Park,of at the strated in most Eagle Scout projects is The sponsorship includes discounted Tabrizi, Wells Fargo Eastern Gateway presMuseum, 1550 W. 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Around Alhambra salutes Eagle Scout passes normally valued at $20 per person. attraction at the Fair, a western themed beds, repaired the irrigation system as Matthew Fernandez. needed, added new drip lines to all of Wells Fargo will be the presenting area, where fairgoers can learn more about sponsor of the all new “Community Days” the life in the early years of California set program in which each weekday of the Fair against a façade of an old-time Wells Fargo a local community partner and hometown bank location and stagecoach. During hero will be celebrated. Celebrated com- Weekend evenings, Wells Fargo will also munities include Azusa, Chino, Chino host the Together Experience, an engaging Hills, Claremont, Covina, Diamond Bar, interactive experience. Fontana, Glendora, La Verne, Montclair, For more information, visit Wellsfargo. Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, com or Wells Fargo Blogs and Wells Fargo San Dimas, Upland, Walnut, and West Stories. 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For more information, e-mail info@ alhambrapumpkinrun.com John Chao, DDS, MAGD* USC School of Dentistry, Faculty, Anxiety Management *Master, Academy of General Dentistry “Less than 2% of General Dentists in the United States are Masters,” according to the Academy of General Dentistry CHICKENSWELCOME.COM Alhambra Dental (888) 398-1377 SE HABLA ESPAÑOL 22A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 Get a move on at Jayvee. Dance is taking the world by storm. Jayvee Dance Center offers Free Friend Week Jayvee Dance Center, 216 E. Main St., will offer Free Friend Week from Sept. 21 to Sept. 26. Bring a friend, who may take a free class during this promotion. “The global dance community has turned their eyes to Southern California,” said Jayvee Dance Studio Manager Tu DeVera. “Why not join the fun when it’s right around the corner? With the new seasons of So You Think You Can Dance and America’s Best Dance Crew, and with the annual Hip Hop International Dance Competition having just commenced in San Diego, people are watching Southern California to see what’s hot and trending in dance. Some dancers on these shows you probably have seen at Jayvee Dance Center. Jayvee is proud to extend its support to many of them who have danced or taught at Jayvee: Culture Shock LA, Maker Empire, Get Down District, Kaba Modern Kollective, Kinjaz, Quest Crew, I.Am.Me, and more.” Jayvee has provided the community with professional dance classes for all styles of dance and for all ages for nearly 10 years. For more information, phone 626-281-5858. To Advertise in Around Alhambra call 626-282-8481 To inquire about these adoptable animals, contact the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society at 626-286-1159, or visit at 851 E. Grand Ave., San Gabriel. Adoption hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. The shelter is closed on Mondays. Directions and photos of many more dogs and cats can be found online at www.sgvhumane.org. The adoption fee for cats is $99, which includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, de-worming, FIV/FELV/heartworm testing, and microchip. A $120-$135 dog adoption fee includes microchip, vaccinations, spay/ neuter surgery, and de-worming, as well as a free health check-up at a participating vet (some breeds slightly higher). Save money with the Buddy Program. Adopt two pets at the same time for a reduced fee. The Senior for Senior Program offers pets for $39 each. Readers are invited to join the San Gabriel Strut Your Mutt dog walking team to raise funds for shelter animals. The walk is Saturday Oct.10 at Exposition Park. Go to the shelter’s Web site at sgvhumane.org for more information and sign up information. The San Gabriel Valley Humane Society is the local, affordable choice for spay and neuter, vaccinations, and TNR (trap, neuter, and release) for feral cats. Check out the Web site for information on the adoptable pets and adoption programs: www.sgvhumane.org. Bunny rabbit • young • female • medium • ID# 17120 Domestic long hair mix • adult • female • small • ID# 5226 Border collie mix • senior • male • Adara is a stray from San Gabriel Aria is a beautiful girl who was abandoned who came to the shelter in May. She is at the shelter. She gets along well with her large• ID# 15715 approximately 9 months old. She is spayed. roomies in Meow Manor. She loves people Andre is a border collie mix who is a sweetheart and goofball wrapped up in one. He is a sweet guy who would make a great pet for any family looking for a smart and gentle dog. Looking to get in shape and lose a few pounds? So is Andre. He would make a great workout buddy. At the present time, he goes on short walks, but he is eager to return to the active lifestyle that is his nature. Please come in and meet Andre. Adara is mostly white with gray around the eyes and ears. She is a big carrot lover and will happily munch on one as a treat. She has a calm temperament and would make a wonderful indoor companion pet for rabbit lovers. Please stop by, feed her some carrot or beet tops and get to know her. She would love to be part of a family. and attention. She is eager to meet new friends and will come right over and talk to people, letting them know she would like them to pet her. Her wonderful, out-going personality would make her a much-loved companion and entertaining housemate for her adopter. Please stop by to meet her and consider making her a part of the family. 09/2015 COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 23A Taking the anxiety out of the first days of the new school year At Emmaus Lutheran School, the new school year kicked off in late May with students participating in Move Ahead Monday. They got the opportunity to experience what the upcoming school year will feel like in their new grade by moving ahead into the next grade level classroom and spending the day with their teacher for next year. The school feels that by doing this, the anxiety of worrying about who will be the new teacher and what will happen in the next school year will be alleviated. Teachers shared the plans for classroom activities, learning activities, musical programs, and the field trips the upper grades will participate in next year. Field trips supplement classroom education such as the third-grade class taking several trips including a train ride to Safari Park in San Diego, while fourth-grade trips to San Juan Capistrano and La Brea Tar Pits were previewed. To learn about state government the fifth-grade travels to Sacramento. To learn about marine life, the sixth-grade goes to Catalina with snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking included. Seventh and eighth grades participate in a week long camping trip at Palomar Christian Conference Center where paint ball, zip line and horseback riding are included. Each class participates in choir, fourthand fifth-grade girls can join the worship dancers, while there are two or three bell choirs planned. There will be several drama programs, an all school musical/ talent show, and other plays. Once again the fifth and sixth grades will have Junior Varsity Boys and Girls Basketball and Girls Volleyball teams. The seventh and eighth grades play varsity level basketball on the fully renovated gym with its new floor. There are also daily hot lunches available. All of that is in addition to quality academic programs, before and after school care, and small class sizes on a campus not covered with asphalt but real grass and trees. Emmaus Lutheran School has been serving the children of the San Gabriel Valley since 1941. Classes start at preschool age three and go through eighth grade. Enroll now for 2015/16 school year. Contact Principal Kit Hettinger at 626-289-3664 for a tour of the campus. “It’s not too late to experience a full year of the fantastic programs and educational experiences developing character and good moral values while experiencing opportunities to give back to the community,” said Ms. Hettinger. Community Calendar of Events September Sept. 1 – Tuesday HUD - Housing Committee 7 p.m. - City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St. Sept. 3 – Thursday Parks and Recreation Commission 7 p.m., Joslyn Center, Story Park 210 N. Chapel Ave. Sept. 8 – Tuesday • • • • • Alhambra Chamber Board of Directors 8:30 a.m., Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. Library Board of Trustees 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St. Youth Commission 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St. Design Review Board 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St. Planning Commission 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers 111 S. First St. Sept. 9 – Wednesday Transportation Committee 7 p.m., City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St. Sept. 14 – Monday Alhambra City Council, 7 p.m. City Hall, 111 S. First St. Sept. 16 – Wednesday • • Arts & Cultural Events Committee 7 p.m., City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St. Survivors of Murdered Children, SGV Chapter 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Third Wednesday of each month Alhambra Police Department 211 S. First St., room EDC on second floor Contact Tina Yamashiro at 626-298-9054 or tinayyama@att.net Spt. 17 – Thursday Chamber Lunch & Learn Program Noon to 1: 30 p.m. Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, 104 S. First St. Presentations by local business leaders who address important issues related to small business success. Lunch is provided. The September presentation will be by Attorney Frank W. Chen: “Maximizing Your business’s Online Presence (For Absolutely Free)” Chamber members free Non-members $15 Phone the Chamber to make reservations: 626-282-8481 Sept. 21 – Monday Planning Commission 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers 111 S. First St. Sept. 22 – Tuesday • • Government Affairs Committee 9 a.m., Chamber, 104 S. First St. Design Review Board 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St. Sept. 23 – Wednesday Business After Hours Mixer Hosted by Wells Fargo 701 E. Main St., Alhambra 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. $10 members, $15 non-members Sept. 28 – Monday Alhambra City Council, 7 p.m. City Hall, 111 S. First St. Sept. 29 – Tuesday Coordinating Council 6:30 p.m. Library, Reese Hall, 101 S. First St. October Oct. 1 – Thursday Parks and Recreation Commission 7 p.m., Joslyn Center, Story Park, 210 N. Chapel Ave. Oct. 3 – Saturday Pumpkin Run 5K 7:45 a.m. Alhambra Park, 500 N. Palm Ave. Alhambrapumpkinrun.com Oct. 5 – Monday Planning Commission 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers, 111 S. First St. Oct. 6 – Tuesday • • Alhambra Chamber Executive Committee 8:30 a.m. Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. HUD - Housing Committee 7 p.m. - City Hall, conference room, 111 S. First St. Oct. 8 – Thursday Coffee Talk-Network Brewing Hour Hosted by Big T Mini Mart, 240 W. Main St., Alhambra 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Contact the Chamber at 626-282-8481 to make reservations Oct. 12 – Monday City Council, 7 p.m. City Hall, 111 S. First St. Oct. 13 – Tuesday • • • • Alhambra Chamber Board of Directors 8:30 a.m., Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. Library Board of Trustees 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St. Youth Commission 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St. Design Review Board 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room, 111 S. First St. Oct. 14 – Wednesday Alhambra Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament Registration 10:30 a.m. Noon shot gun Alhambra Golf Course 630 S. Almansor St. Oct. 15 – Thursday No Chamber Lunch & Learn Program until January Noon to 1:30 p.m. Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, 104 S. First St. Presentations by local business leaders who address important issues related to small business success. Lunch is provided. January presentation to be announced Chamber members free Non-members $15 Phone the Chamber for more information or to make reservations: 626-282-8481 Oct. 19 – Monday Planning Commission 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers 111 S. First St. Oct. 21 – Wednesday Arts & Cultural Events Committee 7p.m., City Hall, conference room, 111 S. First St. Oct. 26 – Monday City Council, 7 p.m. City Hall, 111 S. First St. Oct. 27 – Tuesday • • Government Affairs Committee 9 a.m., Chamber, 104 S. First St. Design Review Board 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room, 111 S. First St. Oct. 28 – Wednesday Business After Hours Mixer Hosted by Birdies Restaurant 700 S. Almansor St., Alhambra 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. $10 members, $15 non-members Oct. 31 – Saturday Hallowscream Costume contest registration 9 a.m. Trick-or-treating noon to 2 p.m. Alhambra Renaissance Plaza, northeast corner Main and Garfield Alhambra Service Clubs and Organizations Tuesday: The Exchange Club meets at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St., Alhambra. The Rotary Club and Soroptimist Club meet at noon every Tuesday at Almansor Court. The Civitan Club meets at noon every first and third Tuesdays at Azteca Restaurant, 717 S. San Gabriel Blvd., San Gabriel. The Kiwanis Club of Alhambra meets at 5 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays at noon at Denny’s Restaurant, 369 W. Main St., Alhambra (for information, phone 626-943-2542). Wednesday: The Alhambra Historical Society presents its program meetings at 7 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of January, March, May, September, and November (November meeting takes place after Thanksgiving) at the Masonic Center, 9 W. Woodward Ave. The Alhambra Woman’s Club meets at noon on the first Wednesday each month (except for June through Sept.), at the Masonic Center, 9 W. Woodward Ave. Toastmasters meets from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays each month at the Colonial Kitchen Restaurant, 1110 Huntington Drive, San Marino. The League of Women Voters meets on the third Wednesday each month (626-798-0965 for info.). The Lions Club meets at 6:15 p.m. on the third Wednesday each month at the Regent Café, 1411 S. Garfield Ave., Alhambra. Thursday: American Legion Post 139 meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday each month at the Legion Hall, 24 N. Stoneman Ave., Alhambra. San Gabriel Valley New Generation Rotary Club meets from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Fronteras Mexican Grill & Cantina, 118 W. Main St., Alhambra. 24A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 Cal State L.A. student Angela Madira in a research lab at Harvard University. Alhambra resident, Cal State L.A. student named as Amgen Scholar Try Our NEW Coke Freestyle Machine with more than 100 flavors to choose from FREE One coupon per customer LARGE CHICKEN SANDWICH Spicy, Homestyle or Grilled With purchase of small or larger Fries & Drink Must present this coupon before ordering. Not valid with any other special offer. Coupon Expires Sept. 30, 2015 Cal State L.A. science student and Alhambra resident Angela Madira was selected to conduct research at the Harvard Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology under the Amgen Scholars Program. Cal State students Emily Aguirre and Hugo Avila were also selected. Ms. Madira, a biochemistry major, has spent 10 weeks this summer taking part in hands-on, cutting-edge research at Harvard University under the Amgen Foundation program. She is among 340 students selected into the program from a pool of nearly 5,000 applicants. The program partners with 17 leading educational institutions from the United States, Europe, and Japan to host scholars in research labs. “It is a tremendous honor to be a part of this program,” said Ms. Madira. “Not only am I able to conduct research in one of the nation’s leading universities, but the Amgen Program has also given me an infinite number of tools to advance my career. This summer has been one of the best experiences of my life and one that I will remember forever.” Ms. Madira is enrolled at Cal State L.A. through the Early Entrance Program housed in the University’s Honors College. The program admits extraordinarily gifted youngsters directly into college, providing them with monitored evaluation, counseling, and the opportunity to study with like-minded peers. Since 2006, the Amgen Scholars Program has provided hands-on research opportunities to nearly 2,500 undergraduate students who study under renowned faculty mentors. More than 90% of the program’s alumni who have completed their bachelor’s degrees are pursuing an advanced degree or career in a scientific field. “We’re excited to welcome Emily, Hugo, Angela and all of the 2015 class of Amgen Scholars,” said Eduardo Cetlin, Amgen Foundation president. “These talented students have the potential to go on to create life-saving medicines and solve other global challenges, which is why we’re committed to providing this type of pivotal opportunity that can kick-start their careers as scientists.” In addition to their individual research experience, Ms. Madira, Ms. Aguirre, and Mr. Avila joined other U.S.-based Amgen Scholars at a regional summer symposium hosted at UCLA and Amgen. This networking opportunity offered the Cal State L.A. students a chance to meet fellow scholars studying at other institutions, share research projects, learn about biotechnology and hear from leading industry and academic scientists. 09/2015 ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA Nicole Lash, Michael Barbara, and Rolando Cardenas eye the produce from the Business and Technology Academy Garden. Business and Technology Academy Garden has big yield in delicious delicacies Students of San Gabriel High School Business and Technology Academy have been growing and maintaining products from their garden on campus. Students who attended the district Farmers Market recently have dedicated their whole summer to maintaining the garden and developing new products from the garden, such as dried herbs and teas, to sell at local Farmers Markets. Students were excited to showcase their produce and herbs to the District. One student said, “It feels like a real business today. Herb & Flor, herbaflor is the name of our garden company, would like to thank the District for their continued support of the San Gabriel High School Business and Technology Academy and its projects.” Mark Keppel High School Theater Group performs in Scotland The Mark Keppel High School (MKHS) Theater Company was invited by The Fringe Festival to perform its spring musical, Peter Pan, in Edinburgh, Scotland, this last summer. Many outstanding American high schools are nominated and only the top high schools are selected each year to perform as part of the largest arts festival in Scotland. More than 200 high schools were nominated this year, and MKHS was one of 42 selected to perform. Each year, the Fringe Fes- The Mark Keppel High School Theater Company performed in Scotland tival transforms Edinburgh during the summer. for three weeks into a host city for international high school performers to experience local and vision of Director Nadine Phillips, Musical regional attractions and venues balanced Director Dr. Carla Bartlett, and Technical with a rigorous program of workshops, Director Tim Gillette, 23 students and rehearsals, and performances. parents traveled to Edinburgh on July 31. After a year of fundraising, the MKHS Please visit the following Web site for Theater Company was able to raise more more pictures and a blog about their trip: than $70,000 for its trip. Under the super- http://mkscotland2015.weebly.com. 25A 26A ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA09/2015 Juan Fajardo honored as Gateway To Success Student of the Year Juan Fajardo, Alhambra School District Gateway To Success program Student of the Year, is the first from his family to complete the coursework for a high school diploma and graduate from high school. He graduated from San Gabriel High School in the Matador Stadium on May 29, as a member of the Class of 2015. His pathway to the completion of his K-12 education is one filled with opportunity, self-reflection, perseverance, and determination. Juan started his high school trajectory as a freshman at San Gabriel High School. He met enthusiastic students and teachers who welcomed his freshman class and was inducted into the school’s MOMA – Motivating Matadors Program, a transition program for all ninth-grade students. Efforts were made on the part of the school to provide opportunities for involvement for Juan and his peers. Upper classmen spoke with him about joining the athletic program and a number of different clubs. And both teachers and administrators at school would take those minutes before and after class to encourage the young freshman to focus and concentrate. Juan had challenges that caused him to Juan Fajardo, Gateway Student of the Year, shakes hands with AUSD Board President Adele Andrade-Stadler. miss school. The challenges caused him and his peers to choose negative outcomes that distracted him from the academic demands of school life. The challenges manifested themselves as academic, attitude, and attendance failure. Failure became a part of Juan’s high school journey. Failure, however, caused others, both at home and school, to notice that Juan was struggling and in need of support. His family made time to work with the Gateway to Success Program staff to find services to help Juan develop skills to handle the challenges he faced. The school provided several levels of intervention that resulted in Juan’s academic success. Others would Alhambra Pumpkin Run Oct. 3, 2015 come into Juan’s life to mentor him and teach him how to handle challenges and failure so he could persevere through the most difficult of times. As Juan’s high school journey concluded, he developed into a productive member of the community. He became determined to achieve his goals and experience school life in a positive way. He passed class after class. Soon he earned the minimum of 210 credits toward graduation. He trusted the adults around him and reached out to those who wanted to help. Although Juan’s journey seemed daunting at times, he left his school as a graduate with post-secondary plans and high school diploma in hand. At the Alhambra Unified School District Board of Education meeting on June 2, in front of the Fajardo family and friends, teachers, administrators, support staff, and the Superintendent’s Cabinet, Juan was presented the Gateway to Success Student of the Year Award. The recipient of this distinguished award is a graduate from the Alhambra Unified School District who demonstrates excellent effort in academic endeavors, perseverance in achieving school goals, and a positive student attitude. 09/2015 ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 27A Intervention Advisers help Public welcome to attend create student success in AUSD school board meetings Alhambra Unified School District In the Alhambra Unified School District, the phrase, “We all have a hand in every child’s success” has become the Division of Student/Employee Welfare’s new mantra. One will hear this mantra through the halls of the Alhambra Unified School District, and see it in action, as teachers, parents, support staff, agency partners, and district administration work collaboratively to maximize student and parent engagement, student achievement, and school climate. The Alhambra Unified School District is working hard to build its newest division, the Student/Employee Welfare (SEW) Division, with a number of new and innovative projects. Together, administrators and school counselors are restructuring the Department of School Counseling on each campus to address the academic, social emotional, career, and vocational pathways for each student. The new program also includes a level of support for students and their families from the school’s Intervention Adviser. The Student Services Office has been decommissioned as well and rebadged as the Student/Employee Welfare Office, addressing the needs of students and the employees that support the students of the school district. In order to accurately and effectively assist all students, the SEW division will service both elementary and high school sites with a two Coordinators of Student and Employee Welfare, one coordinator who targets the elementary needs and another coordinator who addresses the needs of the high school student. By expanding the division in this way, students at every school site will receive more individualized support in the areas of attendance, citizenship, and academics by a coordinator assigned to their specific grade level. An Intervention Adviser will be assigned to each elementary school site five days a week for a total of 25 hours. The role of the Intervention Adviser is to support students and their families by coming alongside the administration, faculty, and staff. They are familiar with facilitating Evidence Based Classroom Lessons/Practices, Group Counseling, The 6 Year Plan, and workshops for parents. One of their most important roles is to monitor and review student attendance. They will work with families to welcome students back to school life and engage students in their academic responsibilities. By reducing chronic absenteeism in this way at the elementary level, students stay in school and graduate from high school with a diploma. AUSD’s commitment to providing school based mental health services is clearly outlined in the district’s LCAP. The implementation services provided by the Intervention Advisers at the elementary level, the Gateway To Success Counselors, and Coordinators of Student Employee Welfare are a part of this commitment to address school climate, student and parent engagement, and school attendance. Visit the Web site at http://www.ausdgateway. com/, or phone 626-943-3410 to learn more and obtain information about the many resources that the division offers. All students will experience a time where they will need support as a result of a challenging situation. Whether it is the stress of being in a new school, the loss of a loved one, or an obstacle that impedes a student’s learning process, the Division of Student/Employee Welfare together with the Gateway To Success will support all students and their families. We look forward to working together toward the success of the students because, “We all have a hand in every child’s success.” Our Mission The mission of the Alhambra Unified School District is to ensure the educational success of all students by having a comprehensive educational program where students can learn and become productive members of a diverse society. MKHS YEARBOOK CAMP From Page 1A accomplish into three days of intense immersion, July 28 through July 30, and exposed students to standards in exceptional yearbook journalism. This experience inspired the students to make changes to the school’s yearbook format and design process to join the ranks of award wining books across the country. Mark Keppel is adding video content to the yearbook via the Aurasma app for smart devices. The 2016 yearbook, Spear It,” will be the first Keppel yearbook to do this. Awards won by Mark Keppel at the workshop: Ping Pong Persistence Award (Mia Ching), Most Excited to Win Awards Award (Group), and Best Opening Copy Award (Group, Sally Duong as main writer). Mia Ching blows a ping pong ball across 4 cups of water as other students take their best action photo in Photo Olympics at Yearbooks@theBeach Camp. When Mia’s ping pong ball would not cooperate, she displayed classic Keppelian tenacity and kept trying anyway. It took her 2 minutes and 43 seconds to finish, earning her the Ping Pong Persistence Award at camp. The community of the Alhambra Unified School District (AUSD): students, parents, teachers, staff, alumni, community members, and concerned citizens are invited to attend the AUSD’s Board of Education meetings, which take place on the following dates typically at 6 p.m. at the District offices, 1515 Mission Road, unless otherwise specified: Sept. 15 Oct. 6 Oct. 27 Nov. 17 Dec. 8 Confirm the time and location of the board meetings by visiting ausd.us (click School Board tab) or by contacting the District at 626-943-3000. According to the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), the community is a stakeholder and important voice in the AUSD and is welcome to participate in the governance of the schools. Community members can address the school board on topics on the agenda and off the agenda, and topics held in closed session. To speak at a board meeting, arrive at least 30 minutes before the meeting to fill out the necessary paperwork. If someone wants to address a topic in closed session, arrive and present the paperwork before 5 p.m. Consult the agenda to see what topics will be discussed at the meeting (link below). School board members: Adele Andrade-Stadler, president Patricia Rodriguez-Mackintosh, vice president Jane C. Anderson, clerk Joanne Russell-Chavez, member Robert L. Gin, member Board members serve four-year terms, and in 2016, three board member seats will be open for election. See Ballotpedia for more information: http://ballotpedia.org/ Alhambra_Unified_School_District_elections_(2014). AUSD provides an audiocassette of each meeting for $15. Phone 626-943-3000 for more information. The student newspaper of San Gabriel High School, The Matador, also audio and video records the board meetings and uploads them on its news Web site: thematadorsghs.com Current school board biographies: http://www.ausd.us/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=117920&type=d&pREC_ ID=230060. School board meeting dates: http://www.ausd.us/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=117919&type=d&pREC_ ID=230054. School board agendas and minutes of meetings: http://www.ausd.us/apps/pages/index.jsp?type=d&uREC_ID=117919&pREC_ ID=230055. School board policies and regulations: http://www.ausd.us/apps/pages/index.jsp?type=d&uREC_ID=117919&pREC_ ID=230056. TOOTH SAVED This example shows how Dr. John Chao saved a hopelessly EASY COMFORTABLE VISIT and at a fraction of the (individual results vary). 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