Monday, May 4, 2015

Gamma Zeta Boulé Foundation to Hold Lamp Mentor Program Luncheon

Gamma Zeta Boulé Foundation (GZBF) announced that they will hold their annual LAMP Mentor Program Luncheon, on Sunday, May 31st, at the Altadena Town and Country Club.  Actor, Producer and Director Wren Brown, will be the host for this celebration.

California Assemblymember and Majority Floor Leader Chris Holden, District 41, will be the Keynote Speaker for the event.  In addition, Richard Allen Williams, MD, will be honored for outstanding leadership.

The Gamma Zeta Boulé Foundation will also recognize high school seniors graduating from the GZBF LAMP Mentor Program.  The GZBF values academic achievement and is committed to ensuring that students have the resources necessary to further their educational pursuits.

About Gamma Zeta Boulé Foundation

Founded in 1998, the GZBF is the social action vehicle of the Gamma Zeta Boulé. The GZBF partners with professionals, practitioners and educational institutions, in support of high school students who are committed to both attending and graduating from the college or university of their choice.

Monday, May 4, 2015

Altadena Mountain Rescue Visits Waverly Elementary School

Last week the Altadena Mountain Rescue Team visited the Waverly Elementary School in Pasadena.  Team members spoke with kindergarten through 2nd grade students about basic first aid, hiking safety and recognizing dangerous plants and animal life.

The students were asked what items to bring into the forest for a typical hike.  The students gave excellent answers from food, water, map, but a favorite answer was, “pajamas”.

The students were also shown the tools used by the team members, various ropes, climbing gear, harnesses, and safety equipment.  The students had an opportunity to learn mechanical advantage using ropes and pulleys as one student was able to pull against three students and win.

Monday, May 4, 2015

Altadena Children’s Center Announces May 30 Gala Themed “I Love Altadena”

Altadena Children’s Center (ACC) will be hosting their annual fundraising gala, “It Takes a Community,” on May 30th, 2015 at Mijares Restaurant in Pasadena. The theme will be “I Love Altadena!” as they celebrate where they have been providing early learning that inspires for more than 30 years.

This year, the Center will honor The Rotary Club of Altadena and The Kiwanis Club of Altadena/Crown City for their long-time volunteer and financial support of ACC.

Because of the support from people like you, ACC is upgrading its facilities, installing a brand new Outdoor Learning Center, and providing tuition assistance to families in need.

Tickets are $80 per person ($40 for parents of students enrolled at ACC) and include dinner, entertainment, laughter, and friends. You can click on this to purchase your tickets today. 

There are also incredible sponsorship and advertising opportunities. Send them a private message or contact ACC to learn about the ways you can invest in the future by investing in ACC’s children.

Monday, May 4, 2015

Edward William is New Literacy Coordinator at Altadena’s Bob Lucas Memorial Branch and Literacy Center

The Bob Lucas Memorial Branch and Literacy Center is happy to welcome Edward William as its new literacy coordinator.

William also works in the literacy program at the Monrovia Public Library. His background includes eight years in public libraries, five years in literacy programs and a Master of Library and Information Science from San Jose State University.

He will be responsible for bringing new learners and tutors into the program, providing the resources and materials for learners to reach their literacy goals, conducting tutor training, and helping the program grow with the support of volunteer tutors.

“I have met with many of our tutors and learners, and I look forward to working with anyone who would like to join our program,” said William. “We always need volunteer tutors for our team. Our next tutor training is Saturday, May 30 by reservation. If you are interested in becoming a tutor or if you would like to improve your reading and writing in English,

Monday, May 4, 2015

Registration Is Open for 2015 Pasadena Senior Games, Where It Seems There’s No Limit to What Seniors Can Do

There is no limit to what today’s seniors can accomplish. Last year at the Pasadena Senior games, Bradford Boyd took first place in the men’s 50-meter backstroke in the 85-to-90-year-old division and Kathy Bloom won the women’s 20K road race in the 50-to-54-year-old division.

Registration is now open for nearly 30 competitive athletic events for the 2015 Pasadena Senior Games scheduled May 23 to June 28. Registration deadlines and fees vary.

“Whether they are 50 or 80 and older, active seniors know that exercise and physical activity are the keys to a long, happy and healthy life,” said Cynthia Rosedale, director of events at the Pasadena Senior Center and vice chair of the California Senior Games Association. “Senior athletes are serious competitors.”

Competitive events in the Pasadena Senior Games include archery, badminton, basketball, billiards, bowling, cycling, disc golf, fun walk, golf, horseshoe pitching, lawn bowling, pickleball, power lifting, power walking, push ups, race walk, racquetball, road race, shuffleboard, soccer, softball,

Monday, May 4, 2015

Teens: Henna Tattoos at the Altadena Library’s DIY Club

On May 15th at 4 p.m. teens and tweens, ages 11-17, can get gorgeous, personalized henna tattoos from guest artist Lernie Bueler. These designs are applied with a special henna paste, which is not permanent, but can stay on the skin for 1-3 weeks.

While waiting for your design, browse through our literature on the art of mehndi, practice sketching your own designs, and learn to make henna paste for home use! Lernie Bueler has been practicing the art of mehndi for over 10 years, sharing her talent and passion for this traditional art form with others at special private events as well as at colleges and libraries.

Teen DIY Club is a monthly pop-up makerspace for teens and tweens. What’s a makerspace? It is a place where we provide tools for creating all sorts of arts and crafts projects. We invite you to make what you love, share what you know, and learn something new. Each month, a new project is introduced!

Sunday, May 3, 2015

Found Dog! Is He Yours?

Medium sized tan dog found strolling the streets of Altadena. No collar. We have him at our home on Altadena Dr. Please text to pick him up. Contact Ami by phone: 310-428-9936
Please see:  http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/pet/5006992112.html

Sunday, May 3, 2015

Native Americans Drum, Dance in Local Canyon to Celebrate Spring’s “Awakening”

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Tongva, Chumash, Navajo, and Choctaw were among the Native American nations represented Saturday in Eaton Canyon as a mini-powow celebrated the awakening of Spring and the culture and crafts of their tribes.

The festival at the Eaton Canyon Nature Center was last hosted in 2009, but “reinvigorated” and brought back this year, said Brenda Hurst, a volunteer docent naturalist with the Center.

The festival presented tribal drummers, musicians, dancers, and storytellers. Native artists and crafters showed handcrafted tools, jewelry and art upholding tribal traditions.

Presenters from local wildlife organizations brought with them indigenous creatures including two wolves and a number of snakes.

This Program was presented by Eaton Canyon Nature Center Associates in partnership with County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation, in the Supervisorial District of Michael D. Antonovich.

For more information about the Center, see the Eaton Canyon Nature Associates website. SEE VIDEO BELOW

Saturday, May 2, 2015

Sheriff’s Air 5 Lands at Farnsworth Park in Rescue of Hiker Who Fell 75 Feet Down Cliffside

This morning at 10:15 a.m., the Altadena Mountain Rescue Team was requested by Los Angeles County Fire Department, for the rescue of a mountain biker who fell approximately 75 feet off a cliff, on the Sam Merrill Trail, in the Angeles National Forest.

Several bystanders who saw the mountain biker fall were able to use their cell phones to call 911 and request help.  Sheriff’s Air Rescue 5 arrived first on scene, performed a hoist rescue of the victim and his bicycle, and flew the victim to Farnsworth Park.  Firefighters from the U.S. Forest Service and L.A. County Fire Department cleared Farnsworth Park of people for the helicopter to safely land at the park.  As soon as the helicopter lifted off the park patrons returned to the park.

The victim was covered head to toe in brown dust, and once the paramedics started treating him they saw he only had sustained minor cuts and scratches along his arms and legs.

The mountain biker was on Sam Merrill trail,

Saturday, May 2, 2015

SCE Helicopter Work Set for May 5 Has Been Postponed, No New Date Set

Southern California Edison Public Affairs spokesman Francisco Martinez announced yesterday afternoon that work by a low-flying helicopter which would have forced some neighborhood evacuations on Tuesday, May 5 has been postponed.

“We are in the process of scheduling a new date and sending an updated notice,” Martinez wrote in an email. “Once I have the new date I will let you know.”

SCE still plans to use a helicopter to help in replacing 2 deteriorated wooden poles behind a residence in the 800 block of La Vina Lane.

Earlier, SCE said a low-flying helicopter is required to remove the current wood poles and install new poles due to the “restricted access” of the poles. Actual helicopter flight time is under 15 minutes per pole, the company said.

17 homes are inside the operational area which will be evacuated during external load operations.

The company said in a press release “at no time will our helicopter over fly any residence with a load attached.”

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