Saturday, November 28, 2015

Missing: Pumpkin

John writes to report his family cat, the beatiful Pumpkin pictured above, “got out on Thanksgiving Day, and we haven’t seen here since. We live in the Florecita Farms neighborhood north of Altadena Dr. and west of Lincoln.   If anyone has information, please call (626) 644-6257.”

Friday, November 27, 2015

Santa Claus is Coming to Altadena on December 5

The Altadena Chamber Of Commerce is sponsoring the Annual North Lake Pole Holiday Fest at Lake & Mariposa on Saturday, December 5, from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., with most stores staying open late for shopping convenience. Downtown Altadena will be transformed into Santa’s North Pole complete with elves, caroling and Santa himself! Great local gift shopping, holiday fare and prize drawings will attract everyone in the community to this exciting event! To keep people in the shopping mood, some local restaurants, including El Patron, Gypsy Eats and Pizza Of Venice will be offering delicious menu items at street-side tables.

Santa’s Coming

Bring the whole family for a personal visit with Santa Claus! Santa will be at his North Lake Pole station at 3:15 for list making and picture taking.

Sing For Your Supper

This year, there will be a singing contest created by Altadena’s own Julian Shah-Tayler, The Singularity. Sing your heart out for a chance to win $100!

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Altadena Families Get a Gift from Altadena Sheriff Station and Hilton Garden Inn at LAX

A big thanks to the Hilton Garden Inn LAX in El Segundo for providing a tremendous Thanksgiving meal for 2 Altadena families that are participating in the Altadena VIDA program.

Altadena’s Captain Stuckey, Deputies Walters and Baires, who teach the VIDA program presented the Thanksgiving feast to the families. Altadena is proud to be involved in such a great program.

Vital Intervention and Directional Alternatives (VIDA) is a structured 16-week program for non-violent, at-risk youth between the ages of 11 and 17½. Through collaboration between the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, community-based organizations, volunteers, schools and families, the program teaches youth the value of effective decision-making and taking responsibility for their futures.

Visit www.VIDA.la for more information.

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Altadena Station’s Crime Blotter for the Week of November 21, 2015

Sunday, November 15th

1:30 PM – Dustin Warner, 30 years old transient was arrested at Rite Aid, 735 E. Altadena Drive for petty theft.

2:00 PM – A petty theft occurred at Walmart, 2408 Lincoln Avenue. Suspect described as a female Black, wearing a gray beanie, green sweater, grey sweatpants, and dark boots. The suspect exited the store and entered a silver Dodge Nitro occupied by another female, Black. Property Stolen: miscellaneous items.

2:36 PM – Victor Chavez, 40 years old of Altadena was arrested in the 3100 block of Via Madera Street for assault with a deadly weapon.

8:00 PM – A theft of mail occurred in the 2700 block of Santa Anita Avenue. Property Stolen: letter containing personal check.

Monday, November 16th

3:42 PM – A package theft occurred in the 2600 block of Windsor Avenue. Suspect described as a male White, in a red 1993 Infiniti sedan. Property Stolen: package containing power switch,

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Altadena Public Library Presents The Year-End Installment of the Open Studios Art Tour

Saturday, December 5th, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., as part of the 5th Open Studios Art Tour, featuring 50 exhibiting artists throughout Altadena and Pasadena, Altadena Library District proudly announces its participation and welcomes featured artists, Valérie Daval and Alejandra Engelberg.

The art exhibition will present artist photography from Alejandra Engelberg and drawings, from artist painter, Valérie Daval. Alejandra Engelberg will exhibit her photography made during the 4th Open Studios Art Tour while Valérie and the dancers will exhibit some new drawings of dancers.

Valérie Daval will do live drawings of dancers on December 5th, 2-6pm in different successive sessions. There will be a solo dancer, duo and small group with dancers from Altadena’s Community Dance Jam and from Contact Improv Dance (ARC Pasadena).

The art exhibition will remain featured in the Barbara J. Pearson Community Room of the main Altadena Library until December 15th.

Valérie Daval is a French-born artist, painter, art instructor, and art therapist based in Los Angeles since 2007.

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Thanksgiving Dinner Offered at Pasadena Senior Center

The Pasadena Senior Center is offering a traditional turkey feast on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26th, as it continues the tradition this year in honoring Pasadena’s senior citizens.

Seniors and family and friends will sit comfortably at beautifully decorated tables for the Thanksgiving dinner at noon. Chef Vince is preparing a delicious meal including your favorites – roast turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, vegetables, salad, beverage and dessert.

PSC staff will do all the cooking and cleanup, and all you have to do is be there.

Prepaid reservations must be received at the PSC Welcome Desk no later than Monday, November 23rd.

The cost is $10 for members and $12 for non-members of all ages.

For more information, visit the PSC website, www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org, or call (626) 685-6724.

Founded in 1959, the Pasadena Senior Center is an independent nonprofit agency that offers recreational, educational, wellness and social services to people ages 50 and over in a friendly environment.  

Monday, November 23, 2015

Do You Know Her?

Julie G. writes to say she found this beautiful lass on November 20 at the corner of East Poppyfields Drive and Santa Anita Avenue. This young female black lab (mix?) was wearing a collar with a leash attached. If she is yours, please call or text (626) 841-0084.

Monday, November 23, 2015

The History of Our Favorite Drink

Friday evening at the Altadena Library, Stuart Byles, author of Los Angeles Wine: A History from the Mission Era to the Present (American Palate), gave a lecture on the wine history of Los Angeles.

Byles explained that for most of the 19th century “California wine meant Los Angeles wine.”

“In 1850, when California became a state,” said Byles, “there were perhaps maybe six to eight vineyards, or wineries, in the whole bay area. In Los Angeles, there were over 100.”

He brought out copies of his book for signing and purchasing and after the lecture guests who had signed up for the event were able to partake in a wine tasting.

“I’m looking forward to reading Mr. Byles’ book,” said Emily Stevenson, holding an autographed copy. Stevenson said the lecture was very interesting and she did not know that prohibition had closed down most wineries in Los Angeles.

For those who missed the event, Byles’ book is available for purchase from Amazon.

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Nathan and Jessie Bring Back the Folk ‘N Swing

Nathan & Jessie, the gypsy, bluesy, jazzy, folky, California duo are dusting their boots off from their Mexico tour and making their way to Altadena for a performance at The Coffee Gallery Backstage accompanied by local music group The Honolulu Ave. Strummers, on Thursday, December 10, 7:00 p.m. Tickets at $10.

Nathan Rivera and Jessie Andra Smith, winners of Best Blues and Best Country of Temecula Valley 2014, are a fusion of jazzy folk and blues on two National Reso-Phonic guitars and accordion, with dynamic interplay between female and male vocals. Their trilingual performances are uplifting, fun, and with a message for people of all ages and cultures.

With honest songs of love, life, travel and stories to match, Nathan and Jessie’s upcoming performance at beloved music venue, The Coffee Gallery Backstage, guarantees to be an unforgettable night of music.

For more information, contact Jessie Smith at jessieandra@gmail.com or visit www.nathanandjessie.com.

The Coffee Gallery Backstage,

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Altadena Station’s Crime Blotter for the Week of November 14, 2015

Sunday, November 8th

5:00 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 800 block of E. Sacramento Street. Suspect(s) entered the residence by prying the garage door. Stolen: ladders, yellow Dewalt drills, paint buckets.

Monday, November 9th

11:15 AM – A package theft occurred in the 1000 block of Marcheta Street. Stolen: package containing cat food, ant spray, face cream.
6:04 PM – A package theft occurred in the 2000 block of Pepper Drive. Stolen: package containing clothing.
7:40 PM – Hiram Cormier, 38 years old of Pasadena was arrested at Walmart, 2408 Lincoln Avenue for possession of a controlled substance and shoplifting.
10:00 PM – A petty theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 1700 block of Coolidge Avenue. Stolen: GMC key fob.

Tuesday, November 10th

5:00 PM – A boat was reported stolen from the 2400 block of N. Lincoln Avenue. Stolen: 1999 Bayliner Mercury Cruiser.
11:00 PM – Elizabeth Kamau,