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Altadenablog welcomes the newest member of its sponsor team, Massie Roofing Company!
“Your hometown roofer since 1920,” Massey can handle residential or small commercial jobs, from repairs to an entire new roof. Local and family-owned, they offer free estimates for the job you’re looking for.
Check out their website at massieroofing.com or call them at 626-796-3928.
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The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works is holding a series of meetings to present the report, which looks at the county’s plan to remove sediment behind the Devil’s Gate Dam at Hahamongna Watershed Park.
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The Pasadena Police Department has sent out an advisory to expect increased traffic around the Rose Bowl Friday night.
The UCLA Bruins will play the Washington Huskies at the Rose Bowl in a Friday night game, starting at 6 PM. Parking lots will open at noon, and police are expecting 50,000 spectators.
The Pasadena PD says to be prepared for increased vehicular traffic beginning at noon,
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Enjoy an evening of poetry by two highly regarded and recognized poets, Brendan Constantine and Mary Fitzpatrick onThursday, November 21, 7 PM. at the Altadena Main Library. This is the third event in the ALTA-L.A.
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Join Kathleen Swayden at her studio along with friends, wth artwork including painting, photography, ceramics, jewelry, and more.
The open studio will be held from 10 AM-4 PM, rain or shine, at 3061 Ridgeview Drive.
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Farnsworth Park will be taking registrations for its annual winter camp, which runs from Dec. 23-Jan. 3, from 8 AM-6 PM.
For ages 6-13, the camp features arts and crafts, dancing, sports and games, hiking, movies, and more.
Registration opens Nov. 16, and cost is $70 a week ($10 registration fee). Children must bring a lunch and snack. Camp is closed Christmas (Dec.
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Today I found a male dog on Palm St and Glen Ave in Altadena. He has a blue collar on but no tags. I will be taking him to Pasadena Human Society to get scanned for a chip and have them post a picture. My Name is Caroline cell # 818-588-5381.
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Sunday, November 3
2:30 PM – An attempted residential burglary occurred in the 1000 block of Rubio Street. Suspects attempted to enter the residence by shattering the front window. Suspects described as (2) male, Blacks, 16-18 yrs.
3:00 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 1000 block of Concha Street.
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John Marshall Fundamental Secondary School was named one of MetLife Foundation and National Association of Secondary School Principal’s (NASSP) 2014 Breakthrough Schools for its strong academic success in the face of challenges that result from high student poverty rates.
The school will be officially recognized along with the eight other Breakthrough Schools at NASSP’s Ignite 2014 Conference in Dallas, TX, February 6-8.
Since 2007, the MetLife Foundation-NASSP Breakthrough Schools program has showcased middle level and high schools that are high achieving or have dramatically improved student achievement while serving large numbers of students who live in poverty.
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Yes, there’s yet more in the saga of the terriers.
This week, five terriers who may be members of the same family were captured. One of a trio in the Chaney Trail neighborhood was captured almost immediately by Lori Paul and Rob Staehle.
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There’s been so much dog activity this week, we thought we’d catch up with the saga of Rudy.
We told the story of the the seven-year-old pitbull/Rhodesian ridgeback mix last spring and summer.
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Sunday, October 13
Between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 900 block of E. Palm St. Suspect(s) entered the residence via unknown means. Loss: computer, silverware, and camera.
Monday, October 14
Between 1:00 AM and 9:30 AM – A vehicle vandalism occurred in the 600 block of W.
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We’re welcoming three new members of the Altadenablog sponsor team:
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The holiday season will be kicked off by the 18th Annual Silent Auction, presented by Soroptimists of Altadena /Pasadena on Sunday, November 3, 2013 from 1 to 3 p.m. This Fiesta themed auction, the group’s major annual fundraiser, will be held at the Altadena Senior Center at 560 E. Mariposa, Altadena.
Original artwork, gift certificates for restaurants,
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Join us to get to know our awesome support group. There will be food and crafts and a raffle!
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“We Dream in Color” by Katy Unger is the Altadena Library’s art exhibit for November.
The exhibit is a collection of intimate ink portraits on the cusp between fantasy and reality.
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by Timothy Rutt
The fall Art on Palm show was a good place to spend some time on a warm Saturday afternoon. Artists and craftspeople offering their creative wares, serpentined among the tasteful rustic houses and the centuries-old oaks of Wildwood Park.
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The Altadena searcha and rescue team was called out to find a missing ten year old boy Sunday, but the boy was later found uninjured at the Pasadena Best Buy.
According to a press release from the Altadena Sheriff Station, the boy’s mother called the station to report that the boy had left this house Sunday morning without permission and did not come home.
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by Timothy Rutt
It’s the Balian Mansion of Halloween: the haunted yard at 1640 Braeburn Road attracts more than 3.500 people.
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by Timothy Rutt
As the rain moves in this week, Altadenans enjoyed spending some time outdoors in the autumn warmth.
Cody Howard wrangled up a crew of volunteers on his birthday to help him weed and replant his “guerilla garden” on Altadena Drive near the President Streets neighborhood.
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A towtruck is positioned to tow a truck away from a power pole on the 2600 block of Marengo Monday afternoon. Another truck, not pictured, has a bashed up front end, and CHP is on scene.
UPDATE: Apparently community correspondent Tim Murphy saw the whole thing:
I spotted this accident scene at 2639 North Marengo today at 1:25 PM. The driver of the Toyota Tacoma truck was taken away by paramedics.
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Although only thirteen years old, classical Spanish guitarist Olivia Chang has already received several awards including one from the White House! What’s her secret? Well, her father, James Chiang, is also a classical guitarist and instructor and has been tutoring her since she was seven. Olivia has performed at several venues throughout the Southland. On November 1 at 7 p.m. she will play several Spanish favorites as part of Altadena Library’s celebration “A Taste of Spain.” This event will also include flamenco dance by Jessica Pacheco and a talk by restaurant critic and food historian Richard Foss on the history of traditional food of Spain.
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There will be a special concert to benefit the Arroyo Food Co-op on Friday, Nov. 8 at the Shed, 1355 Lincoln Avenue, Pasadena.
Performers will be local musicians The Licata Brothers and the ThorinBirds. Doors open at 6 PM for refreshment under the stars, and the music starts at 7:30 PM
A duo comprised of Duane Thorin and Lina Bird,
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Wednesday is the day before Halloween, so why not test-drive your costume ideas at the Altadena Farmers’ Market tomorrow?
And while you’re at it, dance the night away: The Connected Dancer will be holding their Autumn Harvest Dance right at the Farmer’s Market. There will be free dance lessons, performances, costume parade and contest, and dancing in the grass. Celebrate the autumn harvest and swing around your favorite partner!
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It’s Halloween week, and here in Altadena, there’s lots to do from now until Saturday:
Tues., Oct. 29
The Altadena Main Library, 600 E. Mariposa St. , will host its annual family Halloween and Día de los Muertos Celebration at 4 PM. Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead is a traditional Mexican holiday when family and friends gather to honor and remember loved ones.
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Southern California Edison (SCE) is advising customers to be aware of a telephone scam that demands immediate payment for allegedly past due electricity bills.
Imposters have been calling SCE customers telling them they must make immediate payment on past due bills or have their electric service disconnected. The callers are also demanding that payment be made through a prepaid cash card. Other forms of fraud involve customers being asked to purchase prepaid debit cards.
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Halloween doesn’t have to be scary if you practice basic, common-sense safety. Fun times and happy memories can still be made if you follow a few simple steps. Tips for young and old to enjoy the holiday can be as easy to remember as:
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I have found a mixed light brownish dog . He is very friendly but when scared he bites . I found him Tuesday night in front of my house . There is no collar or chip. 626-791-5280
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from gloriana casey
Even now, this longest night of fear shrieks
a dandy wail of ghosts in kith and kin!
So gather the horrors —— monstrous freaks
and all —— in dead silence terror stalks in!
Usher in secrets of crumbling walls,
and shadows that cut like a pendulum blade!
Add oval portrait —— where beauty she falls,
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Every year Pasadena says thank you to America’s veterans, salutes their service, honors their sacrifice and promises their dedication to our nation will never be forgotten.
The annual Veterans Day commemoration in front of Pasadena City Hall will begin at 10AM Monday, Nov. 11, and will end with a flyover by the Condor Squadron of World War II-era planes at 11:11 a.m.
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Do you need to get that holiday family shot? Maybe a professional head shot? Portraits of the children?
Professional photographers (who are also parents) will be at Odyssey Charter School on Sunday, Nov. 3, to meet your photographic needs in a school fundraiser. Fees are $80, with groups of six or more $90.
Sign up through Sign Up Genius here:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DADA62FAAFF2-odyssey
All proceeds go directly to the school.
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Hughes Estate Sales will hold court at 449 E. Pine Street on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1-2, from 8 AM-2PM. A fifty year collection from Altadena artist Stanley Brozovich, the sale includes furnishings, original art, and an eclectic collection of stuff from all over the world. Click here for more information.
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Flu vaccine will be administered by a registered nurse to adults 18 and older only. Cost is $30 a shot, most insurance accepted.
Make an appointment at 626-797-1163. Walk-ins are also welcome.
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by Timothy Rutt
Sandy Gillis heard the chickens clucking, with increasing panic, at about 4:30 AM Monday morning.
Gillis, who lives on the 1900 block of Braeburn Road,
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The pavilion at Pasadena Senior Center will be transformed into an elegant, beautifully decorated tea room Friday, Nov. 8, from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Pasadena Senior Center members will enjoy high tea and will be joined by recently crowned 2014 Rose Queen Ana Marie Acosta and Rose Princesses Sarah Hansen, Kayla Johnson-Granberry, Jamie Kwong, Katherine Lipp,
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The Pasadena Master Chorale, conducted by Altadena’s Jeffrey Bernstein, is selling tickets for its next concert, “The Glory of Christmas”
The Chorale, along with the Orchestra Camerata, will perform Vivaldi’s “Gloria” and Bach’s “Magnificat” at the First Congregational Church, 464 E. Walnut Street, Pasadena, on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 7:30 PM.
General admission is $25,
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Pasadena Waldorf School (PWS) is pleased to announce that it is hosting an open house for its high school on Saturday, November 9th, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM. The high school campus is located at William Carey International University at 1559 East Howard Street in Pasadena. This event is for all prospective 9th, 10th and 11th Grade students and their parents.
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Come help us un-trim our Christmas tree at Scissors Paper Rock for URDC Human Service’s Annual Christmas Toy Drive. Each branch through out the tree will have a gift tag with a child’s name and age on it and will be the tag for the gift/toy. Come on in today, pick a tag and have some fun shopping for a great kid and cause.
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The Altadena Sheriff’s Station is reporting that an vehicle vs. building collision occurred at about 4:40 Friday morning on Lake and Calavaras.
The notice comes as part of the Altadena Sheriff Station’s participation in a “Deputy for a Day” Twitter. The tweet from Deputy Marc R. Mrakich says:
Veh VS Building Lake/Calaveras at 440 am 6 people injured. CHP handling the report.
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Monday, October 21
2:29 AM – Darryl Phillips, 42 yrs, of Pasadena was arrested for possession of a controlled substance.
Between 9:30 PM and 8:30 AM (Tuesday) – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2800 block of St.
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