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In April, Around Alhambra reported that an All-Star basketball team made up of

players from several Alhambra elementary schools had won

� rst place in the SCMAF-SGV Boys A Division Tournament. � ere is more to the story. In March, the team was invited to compete at the next level, the

SCMAF Boys A Division Open Championship. In the � rst round of this new competition on March 24, the boys drew a bye in the � rst round.

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Almansor Park received a facelift thanks in part by the $2.5 mil-

lion upgrades funded entirely by the United States Depart-ment of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). � e project includes the planting of 30 additional trees, newly renovated basketball courts, newly renovated restrooms, and more than 6,000 square feet of shade area. � e new areas have also been retro� t-

ted with energy e� cient LED lighting.

“When I became mayor, one of the things I wanted to make sure I accomplished was to im-prove our city’s infrastructures,” said Mayor Stephen Sham. “I would like to say that today we have accomplished that here at Almansor Park.”

To break in the new park space, the Alhambra Spring Slam Tournament took place with seventh- and eighth-grade

Mark Keppel Principal John Scanlan to lead Gateway to Success programIn a 5-0 vote, the Alhambra Uni� ed School Dis-

trict Board unanimously backed Mark Keppel High School Principal John Scanlan to lead the

nationally recognized AUSD Gateway to Success pro-gram as the District’s new Assistant Superintendent Student + Employee Welfare. Mr. Scanlan succeeds Gateway Founder and retiring Assistant Superin-tendent SEW Dr. Laurel Bear, whose pioneering Prevent|Prepare|Protect approach is recognized as a model for the nation. Gateway pairs school-based mental health assessments, education, and services with a network of strong collaborative community supports to build a school mental health and safety program that is a rare and much-needed approach for all districts in the era of students imperiled by lethal despair and school violence.

“� e Board is prepared to give John every resource, every tool he needs in his new role as Assistant Super-

Almansor Park upgrades to better serve community

Twenty-year AUSD veteran Mark Keppel Principal John Scanlan is tapped to lead Gateway to Success as new Assistant Superintendent Student + Employee Welfare. He will succeed Gateway founder Dr. Laurel Bear, who is retiring after 38 years with the District.

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Alhambra Police and Alhambra Fire played a friendly game of basketball at the newly remodeled courts. � e Police Department won.

Alhambra All-Stars make history

� e Alhambra All-Stars basketball team wins the Division Championship, making history in Alhambra. From left are Coach Jacob Torres, Michael Gonzalez, Brandon Ng, Raymond Fernandez, Lawrence Mai, Jason Duong, Adrian Araujo, Edmond Hong, Jayden Mojica, and Coach Jose Gutierrez.

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MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY MAY 28 AT ALHAMBRA PARK. SEE PAGE 7A.

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BY MAYOR STEPHEN SHAMI’m humbled, and it is a great honor to have served this

wonderful community, my hometown, Alhambra, for the past 12 years as your council member and four-term mayor. I would like to thank the community and friends for the support, encour-agement, and trust throughout all these years.

For the past 12 years, although we have had many challenges and setbacks both nationally and locally, the City of Alhambra stands strong. We have a balanced budget, continue to o� er a variety of service programs, and invest in our infrastructure. Mak-ing this all possible, I thank our city council colleagues, Barbara Messina, Je� Maloney, David Mejia, Luis Ayala, as well as my former colleagues Dr. Steve Placido and Gary Yamauchi, for their hard work and visions. We live in di� erent parts of the city, and elected by all the residents, together we make balanced decisions to bene� t people of the entire city of Alhambra.

� is would not be possible without the cooperation from our sta� . We are very fortunate to have a great team: our city man-ager Jessica Binnquist, former city managers Julio Fuentes, Mary Swink, and Mark Yokoyama, city attorney Joe Montes, our chiefs and department heads, and all our amazing sta� . � eir dedication and professionalism ensure our city always runs smoothly.

As mayor this year, my priorities this term were public safety, emergency preparedness, and continuing to enhance and improve our infrastructure. During the past month, we have had a success-ful Emergency Preparedness Fair along with our farmers market, with the participation from FEMA, the L.A. County O� ce of Emergency Management, Alhambra Police and Fire departments, Alhambra Uni� ed School District, Alhambra Hospital, Tsu Chi Foundation, and others. Much information was given out to our residents, and many purchased the preparedness kits on site. Our “Ring” rebate program was a big hit: 200 Alhambra households received their discounted Ring products within the � rst day of our program, providing them with additional home security features, as well as a total of $20,000 in savings.

Our � rst-ever Alhambra Police Department “Community

� e Alhambra City Council, on behalf of the citizens of Alhambra, commended and congratulated Roy Rosell on the publication of his book, Scared Speechless. Mr. Rosell has conquered his own fears and anxieties about public speaking and has gone on to share his story to inspire others. � rough determination and courage, he has shown others how to overcome glossophobia, the fear of public speaking. Mayor Sham presented a commendation to Mr. Rosell at the City Council meeting on April 9.

� e City Council rati� ed the action of Mayor Stephen Sham in proclaiming the month of April 2018 as Donate Life Month in Alhambra. Mr. Sham presented the proclamation to Rachel Rodriguez, a Donate Life ambassador to the City of Alhambra, at the City Council meeting on April 9. Donate Life California is the state-authorized organ, eye, and tissue donor registry for the State of California.

Academy” in Chinese/Mandarin lecture received a great response from our community. It is another e� ort of our Police Department to engage our newer immigrant community after APD's Weibo App. Our Police Department is working on o� ering a Spanish class of the Community Academy in the near future. And our Fire Department is also working on o� ering the CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) program in di� erent languages. Your money is at work on various projects: the Almansor Park Improvement Project had a ribbon cutting ceremony, new basketball courts, new public restrooms, new shade structures, and new open green space for picnics and enjoying the

park. � e Emery Park Restroom remodeling project is completed. Many sidewalk and alleyway repairs and cross road signals construction are continuing, as you can notice around the city.

It has been an incredible privilege working to lead our community into a more prosperous future. I’m ready to continue the work we have accomplished over the past 12 years to keep our community safe, support businesses in our city, improve city services, and ensure Alhambra continues to be a wonderful place to live and raise a family.

Again, I would like to thank the community for your trust and support!

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Planet Fitness is perfect package for staying in shape

Fitness trainer Leilani Ibarra works with member Michael Rivera.

One of the advantages of Planet Fitness is that members can have their own exercise plans devel-oped or they can participate in organized classes and enjoy the common bond of healthy living with their classmates. Or, they can do both.

� ere are lots of classes available serving the beginner to the longtime workout pros. Many PF members are new to � tness. � ey may want more instruction and guidance than the traditional gym-goer, particularly when they � rst get their membership.

New members can take advantage of an orien-tation session. Here, trainers target the equipment and programming that new members are most likely to use in their � rst few weeks. � e trainers provide details about the club so that new members can return and feel comfortable getting started on their own.

For members who have some workout experience and know their way around a gym, the � tness train-ers o� er a service called Design Your Own Program. It’s an opportunity for trainers to become familiar with the member’s medical history, � tness experi-ence, and current goals. From there they can design an individualized workout that takes these factors into account.

Another option is the 30 Minute Express Work-out. It provides a fast-paced, full-body workout in just 30 minutes. � ere are10 strength training machines and 10 steps. Each station is numbered so members can move between the machines and the steps in numerical order. When a nearby light is green, the member works in a station for one min-ute. When the light turns red, there are 30 seconds to rest and transition to the next station. It’s ideal for members who are new to working out.

Muscle Group Sessions. � ese classes are for people learning to use free weights, cables, and machines to enhance the shape, size, and strength of their muscle groups. Each session will focus on two opposing muscle groups so that minimal rest will be needed between sets. � e trainer chooses two distinct exercises for each muscle group going back and forth between the di� erent muscles.

Stretching. Stretching is important for any workout. It’s easy to do a few stretches at the end of a workout, but PF designed this session for a yoga-like feel with more structure and purpose. � ere will be several stretches at each stage, and these should be held for at least 30 seconds.

PF 360 Burn. Burn uses a 20:40 work-to-rest ratio to elevate the heart rate and burn calories. Members focus on as many repetitions as possible in 20 seconds with lighter weight and good form, followed by a 40 second rest before they transition to the next movement.

PF 360 Strength. Strength uses a 45:45 work-to-rest ratio to improve strength and power. � e focus is on multi-joint movement using several muscle groups in combination. Members perform an exercise for 45 seconds followed by 45 seconds of rest. � e goal is to execute the movement properly with increased weight rather than the number of repetitions.

PF 360 Refresh. � is session uses a 60:60 work to rest ratio and focuses on core work and � exibility. Refresh does not have additional recovery time built in, which means that the rest phase will be active rest. Active rest incorporates basic stretching and yoga-like movements. Proper breathing techniques will also be emphasized.

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Be prepared with CERT trainingBY CAPTAIN LAWRENCE RAMIREZ

Twenty-six Community Devel-opment Commission/ Housing Authority of L.A. County employees graduated from the Alhambra Fire Department CERT Training Program (Community Emergency Response Team) on March 28. � ese employees completed the 21 hours of training required to be certi� ed as members of CERT.

CERT training is designed to help employees and individuals

prepare and respond to disasters, primarily earthquakes, which can certainly a� ect businesses in and around the City of Alhambra.

� e CERT training involves sev-eral modules of training, including Disaster Preparedness, Disaster Medical, Light Search and Rescue, and Fire Safety among other valu-able training.

� e Alhambra Fire Department is starting a new CERT training ses-sion at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 15.

� e class will be o� ered on Tuesday evenings for six weeks. � e class will be completed on June 19. � e Alhambra Fire Department provides the training free of charge.

To register for the May 15 class or future classes, please send an e-mail to [email protected]. You must register in advance and receive a confirmation number in order to attend, so please e-mail today because classes fill up quickly.

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President of the United StatesDonald Trump (R)1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington D.C. 20500

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How to ContactYour Representatives City Hall art exhibit

presents fusion of traditional, modern artistic styles

People are used to hearing about Asian Fusion in regard to food, but it can also be applied to art. Renee Kao is the fea-tured artist in May at City Hall, 111 S. First St., and practices this type of artistic fusion. � ough she specializes in Chinese brush painting and calligraphy, Ms. Kao has spearheaded the idea of fusion of traditional and modern artistic styles while combining Oriental and Western elements.

Her innovative and modern work focuses on the creative and novel use of di� erent techniques and mediums, including ink blowing, water immersion, and more. Ms. Kao is an in-structor at a local community education center, where she has taught art for more than � ve years. She has also participated in several art exhibitions and now has come to Alhambra.

Artist Renee Kao will present her work in the City Hall Art Gallery throughout May.

Adventures begin at Camp AlhambraCamp Alhambra is

coming up fast. � e 10-week program at Granada Park begins June 4 and lasts until Aug. 9. Each week will focus on a di� erent theme, including Music Week, Fit n Fab Week, America the Beautiful Week (the week of July 4th), Baseball Week, Dino Week, It’s My Birth-day Week, Western Week, Mad Science Week, and County Fair Week. Sign the kids up. � ey are going to love it.

� e camp experience

will be � lled with lots of ac-tivities and new adventures for kids ages 6 to 13. Lunch and snacks will be provided daily as part of the program. � e objective of Camp Alhambra is to provide chil-dren with a quality summer camp experience.

� e camp is set in a healthy environment where kids come together to have fun, meet new friends, and learn new things. � ere will be � eld trips once a week (most weeks), and kids can look forward to swimming

twice a week. In addition, in collaboration with the Civic Center Library, campers can participate in a summer reading program.

Camp Alhambra gives children the opportunity to develop lifelong skills, keep physically active, and unplug from today’s tech-nology. � ey will form new bonds, enjoy new friend-ships, and have fun that they will always remember.

Camp Alhambra will take place in Granada Park’s air conditioned gymna-

sium, 2000 W. Hellman Ave. Children must be ages 6 to 13. � e price per child is $100 per week, for the 10 weeks. � ere is an extended care fee of $25 each (a.m. or p.m.). � e camp is o� ered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Extended care hours are available from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. � ere will be a late fee per child of $5 for the � rst 5 minutes, $5 for the next 10 minutes, and $5 for each additional 15 minutes late.

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City Council recognized Detective David Tran and the Alhambra Police Department running team and support sta� on April 9. � e team came in second place at the Baker to Vegas Relay Race on March 23 and 24.

Alhambra Police running team recognized for excellence at Baker to Vegas Relay RaceReprinted from Alhambra City News (https://alhambracitynews.org/)

If you ask Alhambra Detective David Tran if he likes running, he will admit he doesn’t.

Playing sports. Lifting weights. Anything is better than lacing up his running shoes.

But, what Mr. Tran does thrive on is competition. Which is why, for the last six years he has taken on the arduous role as running captain for the Alhambra Police Department and trains everyone for one of the most di� cult runs in the world — � e Challenge Cup/Baker to Vegas Relay Race.

As an internationally recognized relay race, hundreds of law enforcement teams from all over the world test their endurance to run a 120-mile relay run through the desert’s challenging climate.

City Council recognized Mr. Tran and the Alhambra Police Department team and support sta� on April 9. � e running team came in second place at the Baker to Vegas Relay Race held on March 23 and 24. � ey completed the race in 16 hours and 26 minutes and competed against 279 teams.

� e running team included Cpl. Eddie Gutierrez, As-sistant Chief Elliot Kase, O� cer Eddie Cervantes, O� cer Brian Chung, Detective Eric Ybarra, Sgt. Russell Rongavil-la, Cpl. Jesus Romero, O� cer � omas Quiroz, O� cer Joel Ramirez, O� cer Michael Hennes, O� cer Gregory Scott, Detective Robert Marshall, Detective Sgt. Tai Seki, Detective David Tran, Sgt. Carlos Donato, O� cer Mark Vega, Cpl. Will Ruiz, O� cer Kristopher Flores, Cpl. Jose

In the second round of play on Sat-urday, team Alhambra played the team from Cerritos and won handily by the score of 53 to 35. On Sunday, Alhambra met the team from El Segundo in round three and emerged victorious with a score of 45 to 33.

Having won that game, the Alhambra

boys quali� ed for the championship game against the same Pasadena team they had played and beaten in the � rst tournament. Again the team from Pasadena � elded bigger and stronger players. Alhambra was ahead for most of the game, but in the fourth quarter Pasadena tied it up 47-47 with just 6.7 seconds left on the clock.

It was Alhambra’s ball. � e inbound pass went to Lawrence Mai, who made a 2-point basket leaving 3.8 seconds left on the clock. Pasadena attempted a 3-point shot from beyond half court to win the game and missed. � e clock ran out, and the Alhambra All-Star team beat Pasadena for a second time, with the

� nal score of 49-47, making them the A Division Champions. � e Alhambra boys basketball teams have never gotten this far in tournament play.

Alhambra’s eighth-grade boys contin-ue to out play the competition and make the community proud.

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Alhambra General Municipal Election to take place Nov. 6

On Tuesday, Nov. 6, the Alhambra Municipal Election will take place alongside the General Election to � ll the following City Council and Alhambra Uni� ed School District Board of Educa-tion seats:

• Councilmember of the First District.

• Councilmember of the Second District.

• Councilmember of the Fifth District.

• Member of the Board of Educa-tion, Fourth District.

• Member of the Board of Educa-tion, Fifth District.

In order to become a candidate for any of these o� ces, a Declaration of Intention must be obtained from and � led with the Alhambra City Clerk between 8 a.m. Monday, June 18, and 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 26. If an incumbent Board of Edu-cation member does not � le by June 26, the Declaration of Intention � ling period for that o� ce only is extended for non-in-cumbents to 5 p.m. Monday, July 2.

To be eligible to run for o� ce in this

election, candidates must be citizens of the United States and 18 years of age or older.

In addition, a candidate for City Council must be an elector of the city, a registered voter in the council district that he or she wishes to represent at the time he or she � les the required Dec-laration of Intention. He or she must also have resided in the council district from which he or she is nominated for at least 30 days preceding the � ling of the Declaration of Intention.

A candidate for the Board of Educa-tion must be an elector of the Alhambra Uni� ed School District, a registered voter in the nominating district that he or she wishes to represent at the time he or she � les the required Declaration of Intention, and must have resided in the nominating district from which he or she is nominated at least one month prior to his or her nomination.

Residents are invited to contact the City Clerk’s O� ce, 626-570-5090, if interested in running for any of these o� ces or regarding any questions con-cerning the election process.

Quinones, Cpl. Efren Tamayo, Detective Joseph Wilson, O� cer Michael Placencia, and Sgt. Richard Aguayo.

� e support sta� included Chief Timothy Vu, Chrisula Becerra, Donald Bernard, Adrian Carrasco, Sandy Castil-lo, Steven Du, Kamille Curruthers, Justin Ferdinandus, Joe Flannagan, Tanya Fristoe, Nicole Haywood-James, Jasmine Hernandez, Douglas Lee, Sergio Llamas, Taylor Palomino, Bill Rongavilla, Erika Soto, Dana Stringer, and Sonny Stringer.

� rough the last year, Mr. Tran made sure the Alham-

bra team met up for bi-weekly runs. He monitored their nutrition and followed everyone on their running apps so he could keep track of their mileage and e� ort.

“You can’t just wake up one day and say, ‘I’m going to run Baker to Vegas,’ “said Mr. Tran. “It’s basically a leap-frog to the � nish line, and if you don’t train right, you aren’t going to be ready. My � rst time I didn’t do as well as I thought I would, but I just kept training and as team captain, I lead by example. It’s an accomplishment — for all of us.”

� e City’s Eggstravaganza is a community favorite.

Annual Eggstravaganza attracts large crowd

� e annual search for Easter candies continued this year on March 31 as an Alhambra tradition stretching back to at least the mid ‘50s. Parents and children gathered at Almansor Park between 8 a.m. and noon to search for the goodies.

In anticipation of the interest in this year’s free event, the sta� of the Parks and Recreation Department purchased 20,000 plastic eggs. Half of them were � lled with candy, and the other half contained small toys. � ey also arranged face painting, bal-loon animals, and pictures with the Bunny.

An estimated 1,000 parents and chil-dren from ages 1 to 12 showed up at the appointed time and eagerly circled the egg strewn lawn awaiting the Easter Bunny. He did not disappoint. At 11 a.m., with a blast from the bunny’s air horn, the children set upon the hidden treasures.

� e only question was were their baskets big enough to hold all goodies they harvested? At the end of the event, happy children showed o� their bounty to proud parents and planned for next year’s Eggstravaganza.


Library programs focus on adults in May

� e Alhambra Civic Center Library has programs and activities for all ages. In the last two issues of Around Alhambra, the focus on activities was for teens and pre-teens. � is month the focus is on adults.

On Saturday, May 12, at noon, all are welcome to attend a free concert at the Library by the jazz trio called Charged Particles. � e concert will showcase the group’s fusion of jazz and world music. � e Charged Particles repertoire blends jazz with elements of Latin music, funk, classical music, and other genres.

� e group’s original compositions are mixtures of complex orchestration and elaborate improvised solos. � e band brings a similar approach to playing arrangements of tunes by other jazz artists and traditional jazz standards by the composers of Ameri-ca’s most popular songs from decades ago, each played with a new twist.

Also in May the library will kick o� a series of free educational classes about Alz-

heimer’s disease. � is program is presented by the Alzheimer’s Association’s Southern California chapter. � ese informative class-es will run through the end of the year. All of these classes are free, and no registration is necessary. Several of the classes are pre-sented in Chinese/Mandarin. Here is the schedule for these timely programs.

10 a.m. Saturday, May 26, in English; noon in Mandarin.

10 a.m. Aug. 18 in English; noon in Mandarin.

10 a.m. Nov. 3 in English; noon in Mandarin

Watch for the June issue of Around Al-hambra for information about the Library’s Summer Reading Program, which will run from June 11 to July 29. “Libraries Rock” is the musical theme, and the Library will highlight details for the di� erent age groups each month. � is month is for adults, June will focus on children, and July will focus on teens.

Jazz group Charged Particles: Murray Low, keyboards; Aaron Germain, acoustic and electric basses; and Jon Krosnick, drums.

Alhambra Library o� ers fun activities

May 1 at 6:30 p.m. How to Be a Latin Lover (PG-13) Eugenio Derbez.

May 8 at 6 p.m. Kingdom of Shadows, a POV � lm presented by PBS; this doc-umentary examines the U.S. led war on drugs and its e� ects on Mexico.

May 15 at 6 p.m. Loteria family game night.

May 21 at 6:30 p.m. Chinese movie.May 23 at 4 p.m. TEDTalk discussion

� e Surprising Science of Happiness with Dan Gilbert.

May 26 at 10 a.m. Alzheimer’s presen-tation in English and at noon in Mandarin.

Every Monday at noon a new docu-mentary movie is shown.

Teen activities in May include:May 3, 3 p.m. in Reese Hall, National

Star Wars Day. Come celebrate and watch a special Star Wars � lm, make some crafts, and eat some yummy Princess Leia cinna-mon buns and Lightsaber pretzels.

May 16, 3:30 p.m. in Reese Hall, Cookies & Canvas. Join Darlene Valencia as she teaches, step by step, how to paint a masterpiece.

May 19, 3 p.m. in Reese Hall, Month-ly Teen Gaming. Teens ages 13-18 are invited to the monthly teen gaming and snacks event. Come play the Virtual Re-ality Machine, Wii Gaming, Just Dance, and more.

City of Alhambra, American Legion Post 139 to present Memorial Day ceremony

Alhambra’s Memorial Day observance will be at 11 a.m. Monday, May 28, at the Veteran’s Memorial at Alhambra Park, 500 N. Palm Ave. � is annual event commem-orates Alhambra’s heroes who made the ultimate sacri� ce for the nation’s liberty.

Among those remembered is Capt. George William Morris of the 23rd Tac-tical Air Support Squadron, 56th Special ops Wing, 7th AF, USAF. Capt. Morris graduated from Martha Baldwin School in 1960 and Alhambra High School in 1964.

On Jan. 27, 1973, Capt. Morris was

the co-pilot of an OV-10A “Bronco” air-craft searching for a pair of downed Navy airmen in Quang Tri Province, South Vietnam, when his plane was shot down. His body was never recovered. At the time of his death, his father, George Morris Sr., was an Alhambra City Councilmember.

� e Memorial Day observance is presented by the City of Alhambra and American Legion Post 139. Following the ceremony, Post 139 will host a reception at its headquarters at 24 N. Stoneman Ave. Everyone is welcome.

Alhambra’s Memorial Day observance commemorates Alhambra’s heroes who made the ultimate sacri� ce for the nation’s liberty.

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Learn about a greener way of life at Alhambra’s Eco Fair

� e City of Alhambra is hosting its an-nual Eco Fair from 9 a.m. to noon, Sunday, May 20, next to the Farmers Market, 100 S. Second St., to encourage the Alhambra community to commit to a greener way of living. Several vendors will provide informa-tion regarding tools and resources and hand out samples to encourage recycling, reusing materials where possible, and reducing the overall contribution to the waste stream.

� e West Coast Arborists, the South Coast Air Quality Management District,

and Southern California Edison are just a few of the vendors scheduled to attend. � e City will have an information booth to provide direction and answer questions, as well as o� er free materials and giveaways.

� e City will host games and crafts, a bounce-house, and face-painting for younger community members. � ere will be a seven-piece band, the Boxcar Seven, for all to enjoy. Join the City for a fun and relaxing environment while learning about a “greener” way of life.

Councilmember Barbara Messina was named as one of U.S. Rep. Judy Chu’s Women of the Year at the Ninth Annual Congressional Women of the Year Awards Ceremony on April 14. Mrs. Messina was � rst elected to the Alhambra City Council in 1986 and has been mayor six times in 24 years. She also served eight years on the Alhambra School Board. Her civic involvements are many. Mrs. Messina’s dedication to public service and her love for the Alhambra community has earned her accolades from the Knights of Columbus, Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, and the YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley.

Residents speak with police o� cers at ‘Co� ee with a Cop’

“Co� ee with a Cop,” an outreach ac-tivity of the Alhambra Police Department, took place April 10 at McDonald’s, 1520 W. Valley. It is an event that takes place in an informal setting where residents can ask questions and discuss their concerns with o� cers of the Alhambra Police Department.

Two dozen residents showed up to share a cup of joe with several police o� cers, including Assistant Chief Jennifer Wiese.

Co� ee with a Cop is part of the on-go-ing conversation designed to make the Al-hambra community more comfortable and familiar with its o� cers and their roll (and the community’s) in public safety. During the session, a few people asked about crime

in Alhambra, tra� c issues and street light outages. � ere was also some interest in how to form Neighborhood Watch groups.

People just enjoyed chatting with the o� cers.

Meet and greet the police o� cers from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, at a Community Information Meeting at the Civic Center Library, 101 S. First St.

� e next opportunity will be from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 9, at “Yogurt with a Cop.” It will take place at Yogurtland, 1 E.Valley Blvd. As with Cof-fee with a Cop, there will be no agenda and no speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the o� cers who serve in Alhambra.

Co� ee with a Cop takes place in an informal setting where residents can ask questions and discuss their concerns with o� cers of the Alhambra Police Department. From left are Sgt. Ruben Soriano, Assistant Chief Jennifer Wiese, Crime Prevention Specialist Jessica Cuchilla, McDonald’s President Julie Paton, an Alhambra resident, Lt. Eddie Elizalde, and Assistant Chief Elliot Kase.


POLICE REPORTPolice Academy to be presented in Mandarin

� e Alhambra Police Department is now o� ering a Community Academy course in Mandarin Chinese beginning in May. Applications are now being accepted for this new program.

� e Community Academy is a six-week course designed to introduce the principles and practices of a modern day law enforce-ment agency to the community. � ese ses-sions are facilitated by Mandarin speaking law enforcement o� cers. � e classes will include information about patrol oper-ations, homeless outreach, engagement policing, o� cer safety, narcotics, and more. All classes will be conducted in Mandarin.

Participants will also receive a class of self-defense training and be invited to par-ticipate in a “ride along” with an on-duty patrol o� cer. Classes will be o� ered from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays from May 16 to June 20 at the Alhambra Police Depart-ment, 211 S. First St. Parking is available at the Police Department’s visitor parking area at the corner of First and Commonwealth. � ere is additional parking at 80 S. First St. � e deadline to submit an application is April 25.

Many Academy graduates enjoyed the interactive aspects of the course. Particular favorites included the o� cer safety scenario exercises, where participants had the op-

portunity to “walk in the shoes” of serving police o� cers, and participating in a ride along, where they got to ride on patrol with an o� cer on duty.

Other graduates have used their Com-munity Academy experience to become involved in the “Alhambra Citizens on Patrol” program. As Police Department volunteers, they assist the Department with valuable administrative and operational responsibilities. � ese include park patrols and vacation checks and supporting a vari-ety of community events and celebrations, among other duties.

Alhambra residents and business people interested in attending the Alhambra Po-lice Department community Academy in Mandarin must be at least 18 years of age and submit an application to the Alhambra Police Department. Applicants with out-standing warrants, pending criminal court cases, a serious misdemeanor conviction, or any felony conviction, will not be invited to participate in the Academy.

For more information and an applica-tion, contact the Crime Prevention O� ce at 626-570-5177 or [email protected]. Or � ll out the application at www.cityofalhambra.org. On the Al-hambra Police home page, scroll down and click on Citizen’s Academy.

� e following crimes were reported to the Alhambra Police Department during March. � e areas of occurrence are listed to the nearest block, not exact addresses. By publishing these reports, it is hoped that 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 o� ce at 626-570-5177.

District OneBurglary (1)100 S. ChapelTheft/Burglary from Vehicle (26) 00 S. First (X2)200 E. Main 400 E. Main800 E. Main 300 S. Almansor400 S. Almansor500 S. Almansor00 S. Garfield (X9)100 N. Garfield600 N. Cordova900 N. Atlantic100 W. Grand200 N. Monterey200 S. Cordova100 N. Vega400 E. Bay State500 S. GranadaGrand Theft Auto (3) 400 S. First00 S. Third 400 S. Atlantic Robbery(2)300 S. GarfieldMain/Second

District TwoBurglary (3)1600 S. Fifth2000 S. Sierra Vista1000 E. RossTheft/Burglary from Vehicle (17) 1000 S. Atlantic1700 S. Atlantic200 W. Palmetto1600 S. Chapel (X2)1800 S. Monterey1100 S. Garfield1200 S. Garfield600 W. Front 200 W. Valley600 E. Valley (X4)1400 E. Valley (X2)400 E. GlendonGrand Theft Auto (10) 1600 S. Third600 S. Sixth1800 S. Ninth00 E. Los Higos900 S. Atlantic1600 S. Monterey300 E. Valley800 E. Valley700 E. Ross1100 W. AlhambraRobbery (1)100 E. Valley

District ThreeBurglary (3) 100 S. Palatine 1000 N. Curtis 300 S. MeridianTheft/Burglary from Vehicle (11)100 S. Primrose00 S. Olive200 S. Bushnell100 S. Marguerita300 N. Marguerita1800 W. Commonwealth400 S. Electric900 S. Fremont (X2)300 S. Date1600 W. LarchGrand Theft Auto (6) 1800 W. Grand100 N. Palm1500 W. Main00 S. Marengo900 S. Fremont 1200 S. FremontRobbery (2)1200 S. Fremont1100 W. Mission

District FourBurglary (8)2900 W. Ross1500 S. Ethel1700 S. Ethel1800 S. Edgewood2200 S. Orange Grove2200 S. Winthrop2400 S. Westmont2400 S. FremontTheft/Burglary from Vehicle (8) 1800 S. Ethel1100 W. Shorb1000 S. Benito 800 S. Edith1200 S. Edith1100 W. Glendon900 S. Marguerita1200 S. MargueritaGrand Theft Auto (3) 1400 S. Palm3100 W. Ramona3200 W. RamonaRobbery (2)2000 W. ValleyMontezuma/Date

March 26� e Alhambra Police Department is fully committed to serving its citizens and neighboring cities when duty calls. Today they assisted � e San Marino Police Department with a complex and ongoing investigation that required multiple resources, including the Area C command post."Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much" - Helen KellerMarch 26On March 24, a vic-tim lost her debit card. � e victim’s debit card was used at the Target Store, Home Depot, and the Burlington Store in Alhambra. Two females were seen on surveillance footage using the victim’s debit card in the self-check-out line at the Target Store. � e Alhambra Police Department re-quests your assistance in identifying the suspects. If you can identify the suspects, please phone the Alhambra Tip Line at 626-308-4875. If you would like to remain anonymous you can.March 27� ank you Operation Be Kind in partnership with Service Champions for stopping by this morning and dropping o� these Kind Bags to show their appreciation and thanks for the o� cers in Alhambra. � ey hope these items will be helpful and useful to the o� cers during their patrol. � e o� cers are enjoying reading all the beautiful notes. #Operartionbekind #wethankyou #alhambrapdMarch 30Alhambra PD o� cers partnered with the L.A. County Probation Department and conducted compliance checks on probationers residing in Alhambra. Some proba-tioners were in compliance of their supervised release conditions. Unfortunately, several were not. � e checks yielded � ve arrests for charges related to metham-phetamine possession and possession of heroin for sales and having outstanding warrants. Your Alhambra PD o� cers and members of the Probation Department continue to dedicate themselves to ensuring the community is safe.April 7Alhambra PD detectives worked with local Alcohol Beverage Control agents on a Minor Decoy Operation. Under law enforcement supervision, minors between the ages of 18 and 19 entered local ABC-licensed establishments and requested to purchase alcohol. � e vast majority of establishments correctly checked the minors' identi� cation cards and refused to sell alcohol to them. However, three establish-ments did sell them alcohol, and the employees were issued citations.Business and Professions Code 25658(a) states "Every person who sells, furnishes, gives, or causes to be sold, furnished, or given away any alcoholic beverage to any person under 21 years of age is guilty of a misdemeanor."� is law applies to both employees who sell alcohol and patrons who buy alcohol. If a minor ever asks you to buy alcohol for them, and you do it, you have committed a crime.April 16A � re broke out at near the corner of Hidalgo Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue. Four detached garage units along an alley behind 308 and 310 S. Hidalgo were badly damaged. � ree nearby homes su� ered minor damage, and several nearby palm trees were also burned.� e � re department was called at 5:22 p.m., and resources were immediately deployed. Units from neighboring cities also re-sponded. � e � re was knocked down by 6:30 p.m. � e cause of the � re is under investigation.

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� is past tax season we noticed an increase in early withdrawals from retirement accounts, with many people taking out the money to help purchase homes. When it came to � ling their taxes, they discovered that they owed a lot more than expected. Below is an article about Early Distribution Penalties from 2016.

When a person is under 59 ½ years of age and receives a distribution from any type of retirement account, there may be a 10% penalty to the IRS and 2.5% penalty to the State of California. Plus, there are income taxes to be paid on the early distribution.

Here’s an example:A married taxpayer, age 40, who has

taxable income of $80,000, leaves his job and cashes out $18,000 from his 401k plan. � e $18,000 will be included in the taxpayer’s taxable income, $98,000. Because of this extra income, the married couple will have to pay an extra $4,500 to the IRS and $1,409 to the State of Cal-ifornia in income tax. � ey would also have to pay a penalty of $1,800 for the IRS and $450 to the State of California.

So, in this scenario, out of the $18,000 taken out, $8,159 in additional income taxes and penalties will be paid.

If this happens to you, roll over the distribution into another retirement account. You have 60 days to roll the distribution into a retirement account to avoid any penalties and additional taxes.

� e full amount received in the distribution must be rolled over into the retirement account. If the distribution was $10,000 and you rolled over $9,000, you will be assessed penalties and taxes on the $1,000 not rolled over.

� ere are some exemptions for waiv-ing the penalties, but you’re still stuck paying income taxes:

• If you leave your job at 55 or older (50 for public safety employees).

Michael Aston is an Enrolled Agent engaged in his family business at Alhambra Tax Center, 1009 E. Main St., Alhambra. Alhambra Tax Center has served Alhambra residents since 1970. He can be reached at 626-282-1084. Tax questions, or any other questions, can be e-mailed to [email protected]. To view previous topics, read his blogs at www.alhambrataxcenter.com.

• Distribution as part of a series of substantially equal periodic payments based on the participant’s life expectancy.

• Distribution due to the participant’s total and permanent disability.

• Distribution to a bene� ciary on or after the death of the participant.

• Distribution to pay for unreim-bursed medical expenses to the extent they would be allowable as an itemized deduction.

• Distribution from an IRA to an unemployed individual for health insur-ance after leaving a job if the individual received unemployment compensation for 12 consecutive weeks.

• Distribution from an IRA to pay for higher education expenses of taxpayer, spouse, child, or grandchild.

• Distribution from an IRA to pur-chase a � rst home, up to $10,000.

• Distribution due to IRS levy.• Quali� ed reservist distributions

from an IRA if called to active duty for a period of at least 180 days.

You should contact your tax preparer about any type of retirement distribution that you receive.

Early Distribution Penalties, revisited

Tax Tips

� e Chamber’s April 12 Business to Businesses Networking event was hosted by Howard’s Appliance, TV, Mattress, 2121 W. Main St., #300, Alhambra. Due to Howard’s focus on customer satisfaction, the business has grown over the past 70 years to become Southern California’s largest and most trusted independent retailer of appliances, TVs, and mattresses. Business to Business Networking takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. the second � ursday of each month. It o� ers opportunities for members of the business community to make new contacts and promote their businesses.

Urban Seafood & Bar, 621 W. Main St., Alhambra, had its Grand Opening March 26. � e restaurant serves modern seafood inspired by French and Japanese Cuisine and uses fresh ingredients to create a variety of unique and exciting � avors. From left are Joanna Vargas, Alhambra Chamber president; Jodi Chen, head chef; Marquise Martin, general manager; Lin Cui, owner; Adam Ha, managing partner; David Mejia, City councilmember; and Henry Lo, Assemblymember Ed Chau’s o� ce.

05/2018 CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 11A

The Alhambra Chamber of Commercethanks these members for renewing their memberships

and for their continued support:Alhambra SDA Church

220 S. Chapel Ave.Alhambra, CA 91801

626-289-6137Member since 2010

AT&T, Inc.2250 E. Imperial Hwy, 5th Floor,

Suite 538GEl Segundo, CA 90245

800-288-2020Member since 1990

Bleu Physical � erapy1819 W. Valley Blvd., Unit B

Alhambra, CA 91803626-988-6211

Member since 2015

Burke Manor15 N. � ird St.

Alhambra, CA 91801626-458-1505

Member since 1996

California Institute of Advanced Management9550 Flair Drive, #201El Monte, CA 91731

626-350-1500Member since 2012

Chen, PinkiMember since 2001

Evike.com2801 W. Mission RoadAlhambra, CA 91803

626-286-0360Member since 2012

Home Depot500 S. Marengo Ave.

Alhambra, CA 91803626-458-9800 X100Member since 2007

McDonald’s909 E. Main St.

Alhambra, CA 91801626-289-4541

Member since 2011

McDonald’s 1520 W. Valley Blvd.Alhambra, CA 91803

626-458-8113Member since 2011

Ritter’s Steam Kettle Cooking1800 W. Valley Blvd.Alhambra, CA 91803

626-872-6464Member since 2015

Rotary Club of Alhambra P.O. Box 142

Alhambra, CA 91802626-569-7039

Member since 1990

San Gabriel Mission428 S. Mission Drive

San Gabriel, CA 91776Member since 2011

Sanz Construction, Inc.2724 W. Main St.

Alhambra, CA 91801626-872-2150

Member since 2008

To renew your membership with a credit card, please phone the Chamber at 626-282-8481.

Shakas 101 W. Main St., Suite C

Alhambra, CA 91801626-293-5520

Member since 2016

Soroptimist Intn’l/Alh./SG/SMP.O.Box 343

Alhambra, CA 91802626-286-3066

Member since 1993

Special Signs115 N. San Gabriel Blvd.San Gabriel, CA 91775

626-285-8870Member since 2001

� e Ratkovich Company/� e Alhambra

1000 S. Fremont Ave., Bldg. A-7, Suite 73001st Floor, Suite 10150

626-300-5000Alhambra, CA 91803

Vidorra100 E. Main St., Suite 120

Alhambra, CA 91801626-940-5505

Member since 2016

B & C Physical � erapy41 N. Gar� eld Ave.Alhambra, CA 91801626-782-7611bcphysicaltherapy.comB & C Physical � erapy is committed to helping people rebuild their lives after an illness or injury. � e program delivers a comprehensive and personalized physical therapy treatment plan from a highly experienced team. � e therapy sessions involve real life situations and challenges so that patients can regain productivity and return to work, school, and independent living.

Bravo CDJR of Alhambra 1100 W. Main St.Alhambra, CA 91801626-537-2400bravocdjrofalhambra.comBravo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Alhambra o� ers a large inventory of vehicles as well as the services needed to care for vehicles in the San Gabriel Valley. � e service center technicians are certi� ed with expertise in the CDJR brands. � e service department o� ers the parts and accessories vehicles needs to stay safe on the road for many more years to come.

Calvin Chen Coaching International412 N. Curtis Ave., Suite FAlhambra, CA 91801626-525-3370calvinvchen.comAs a coach, Mr. Chen supports and challenges growth-oriented go-getters to work from a place of mastery, benevolence, and sustainability in order to relish a fuller spectrum life of success and ful� llment. � is has resulted in record shattering revenues, breakthrough team synergy, and dramatically happier relationships for his clients. It has even yielded UFC � rst-round knock outs.

Choicess Community Housing Options348 E. Foothill Blvd.Arcadia, CA 91006626-359-3300choicess.org� e mission of Choicess is to provide support services to people with developmental disabilities so that they can live, work, and recreate in the community and become interdependent within their community.

WELCOME OURNew CHAMBER MEMBERS!Law O� ces of Todd B. Becker388 E. Valley Blvd., Suite 207Alhambra, CA 91801626-872-0880beckerlawgroup.comWith combined experience spanning decades, Becker Law Group has provided its skills to entrepreneurs with varying interests. � e team of multilingual business immigration attorneys are committed to representing clients on a personalized level.

Matthews Real Estate Investment Services841 Apollo St., Suite 150El Segundo, CA 90245310-598-3774matthews.comMatthews Real Estate Investment Services™ is the nation’s fastest-growing brokerage � rm, ranked No.1 in annual retail sales and recognized as an industry leader in shopping center, STNL retail, multifamily, management, leasing, portfolio disposition, and 1031 exchange transactions.

Panasia Sweet & Savory45 S. Gar� eld Ave.Alhambra, CA 91801626-799-1997panasiausa.com� rough the careful selection of authentic and quality ingredients, Panasia takes customers on a culinary journey throughout all of Asia. Inspired by the traditional notion of “Dai Pai Dong” (street food movement), the restaurant is a comfortable and casual gathering place for friends and family to enjoy honest Asian comfort food.

YesGoPrint.com3227 Produce Way #113Pomona, CA 91768800-715-7408YesGoPrint.comYesGoPrint is a promotional product distributor and is a member of the Advertising Specialty Institute. Promotional products, also known as ad specialties, make up a nearly $17 billion dollar industry and are used by many businesses in America. Items such as mugs, pens, and T-shirts are memorable and provide a better cost per impression for advertisers than almost every major marketing e� ort like TV, magazines, and the internet.

ALMANSOR PARK From Page 1Aboys and girls representing the nine Alhambra elementary schools. In the end, the Granada Lions took home the championship with second place going to the Northrup Gladiators and third place going to the Fremont Chargers. If the youth tournament wasn’t fun enough, there was also a “friendly” basketball game between the Alhambra Police Department and Alhambra Fire Department. Bragging rights were on the line, and the Al-hambra Police Department won the game.

Dust o� those sneakers, and head on over to Almansor Park and enjoy.

Almansor Park received a facelift that included trees, renovated basketball courts and restrooms, and lots of shade area. From left are Parks & Rec Commissioner Frank Bodeman, Director of Community Services Christopher Paulson, Fire Chief Tom Phelps, Assistant City Manager Brad McKinney, City Manager Jessica Binnquist, Councilmember David Mejia, Mayor Stephen Sham, Vice Mayor Je� rey Maloney, and Assistant Chief Jennifer Wiese.

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From left are Cal State LA professors Matthew Jackson and Eun-Young Elaine Kang, ECST Associate Dean Jianyu Dong, and ECST Dean Emily Allen. (Photo Credit: J. Emilio Flores/Cal State LA)

Cal State LA awarded NSF grant to support students earning degrees in engineering, computer science

California State University, Los Angeles has been awarded a nearly $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to increase degree completion and career readiness among students in engi-neering and computer science majors.

� e grant is funded through the NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) Program.

“With this grant, we’ll continue our great success in educating and preparing students for success in STEM � elds,” said Cal State LA President William A. Covino. “Our graduates are diversifying STEM professions across the nation.”

� e � ve-year grant will help launch the Culturally Adaptive Pathway to Success (CAPS) program at Cal State LA.

CAPS aims to help motivated

high-achieving students, particularly those who face socioeconomic challenges, ful� ll their academic goals and career potential.

“CAPS will build an inclusive pathway to accelerate the graduation of low-income, academically talented Cal State LA students majoring in civil engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or mechan-ical engineering,” said Eun-Young Elaine Kang, the grant’s principal investigator and professor of computer science at Cal State LA. “� e goal is to increase the number of highly prepared, well-quali� ed students pursuing advanced degrees or entering careers in STEM.”

� e CAPS program will award scholar-ships to rising sophomores in the Univer-sity’s College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology who are identi� ed for outstanding academic progress.

Register for Alhambra Educational FoundationSummer High School, K-8 Summer Academy programs

Alhambra Educational Foundation (AEF) will register students for its popular Summer High School and K-8 Summer Academy programs, both to be o� ered June 11 – July 13, Monday through Friday. AEF’s Summer High School program, an accredited program by the Western Asso-ciation of Schools and Colleges (WASC), will take place at Alhambra High School. � e K-8 Summer Academy will be o� ered at Ynez Elementary in Monterey Park.

Incoming ninth- through 12th-grade students from all private and public schools are in invited to enroll in courses, which include core academic courses such as integrated math I, II, III, trig/pre-calc, biology, chemistry, U.S. history, and world history. Enrichment and elective course-work includes expository writing, speech and debate, drawing/painting, SAT test preparation and robotics & engineering.

Registration is through May 10 at the Alhambra Educational Foundation o� ce, 1603 Chestnut, Alhambra 91803, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through � ursday. Late registration is o� ered May 14 through May 31 for additional tuition cost. � ere will be onsite registration on the � rst and second day of school if space is available.

For K-8 students, AEF’s Summer Academy o� ers a wonderful blend of aca-

demic courses and fun enrichment classes. Elementary students have a wide variety of courses to choose from this year, including “Under the Sea: Marine Biology,” and “Essay & Expository Writing.” � e K-8 Summer Academy will be o� ered at Ynez Elementary School in Monterey Park, with the music, elementary art, culinary art classes, and the popular Basketball Camp just a bus ride away at Alhambra High School. � e “School of Rock,” “Video Game Design” (grades sixth through eighth), and “Culinary Arts”(grades � fth through eighth) extended day courses are also available for students from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Alhambra High School. � is year “Culinary Arts” and “Basketball Camp” (grades � fth through eighth) will also be o� ered at Alhambra High from 10 a.m. to noon.

AEF’s K-8 Summer Academy classes fo-cus on preparing students academically for the coming school year in a fun, stress-free environment. Courses such as “Getting Ready for Kindergarten,” “Bridge to First Grade,” the Science and Math classes for fourth through eighth grade, and the popular music classes help students think creatively, become problem-solvers, learn new social skills, and get a jump on curric-ulum for the coming school year.

Local Agent Buys Homes for Cash

Every month, thousands of homeown-ers are faced with the stressful dilemma of whether to buy � rst or sell � rst. You see, if you buy before selling, you could run the risk of owning two homes. Or, just as bad, if you sell � rst, you could end up homeless. It's what insiders in the in-dustry call the Real Estate Catch 22, and it's an extremely anxious position to � nd yourself in. � is � nancial and emotional tightrope is one you usually have to walk alone because most agents have no way of helping you with this predicament. But one local realtor is using a unique Guaranteed Sale Program which solves this dilemma. � is program guarantees the sale of your present home before you take possession of your new one. If your home doesn't sell in 120 days, they will buy it from you themselves for the previously agreed price ensuring that you never get caught in the Real Estate Catch 22. Before you hire any professional, you

should research the market to � nd out who can do the best job for you. When interviewing agents, � nd out what kind of guarantee they are willing to give you with respect to the selling of your home. Unfortunately, you'll � nd that most agents simply cannot make such a guarantee.

To help you learn more about this pro-gram and how it can make your move less stressful, a FREE special report has been prepared entitled "How to Avoid Getting Stuck with Two Homes". To order a FREE Special Report, call toll-free 1-888-300-4632 and enter 1022. You can call any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Get your free special report NOW to � nd out how to guarantee the cash sale of your home.

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� e Classical European Music Academy of Los Angeles (CEMALA) performed in Iceland April 5 – 9.

Cemala supports young musicians� e Classical European Music Acade-

my of Los Angeles (CEMALA) performed in Iceland April 5 – 9.

Under the direction of Maestro Mag-dolna Berezvai, the young virtuosos of the orchestra practiced diligently for their performance. � ey also experienced the cascading waterfalls, huge glaciers, and natural hot springs of this unique island nation. Also on the schedule was a visit to the Kerio Crater Lake, which is 55m (180 feet) deep and about 3,000 years old.

� e talented CEMALA students, ages 4 through 12, have previously performed on an Italian concert tour and at the White House in Washington D.C., Carnegie Hall in New York, Seaworld, Universal

Studios, and Disneyland. Maestro Berezvai, who honed her mu-

sical skills in Hungary where she studied music, has brought her knowledge of the classical form to Los Angeles, proving again that music is an international language. Her teaching technique has molded the children under her direction into virtuoso violinists who all continue to enrich the music scene anywhere they go.

One of her objectives is to identify extraordinary talent in young people and give them the opportunity to nurture that talent and to perform in competitions and concerts with the greatest orchestras of the world.

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Checks payable to:Alhambra Chamber of Commerce104 S. First StreetAlhambra, CA 91801

For more information or to RSVP call 626.282.8481, or email [email protected]

Tuesday, May 1, 2018Registration: 11:30 amLunch: 12:00 - 1:15 pm

Almansor Court700 S. Almansor Street Alhambra 91801

Individual tickets $30.00 eachTable sponsorship $300.00 (table of 8)

STATEOFTHECITY

Featured speakerStephen Sham, Mayor of AlhambraThis event will feature Mayor Stephen Sham providing insight on top issues facing Alhambra, progress that has been made over the past year and where the city is heading in the future.

May 1, 2018

Notary services are available at the

Alhambra Chamber of Commerce 104 S. First St.

Please phone 626-282-8481 for an appointment.


Preserving the past at LindaraxaIn 1912, the Alhambra

Construction Company began work on a new housing project centered on what became Lindaraxa Park. For the next three years, they advertised the new homes in the Alhambran Advocate newspaper (the forerunner of Alhambra’s daily newspaper, the Post-Advocate).

� e advertisements prom-inently featured drawings of some brick pillar arches that graced the four corners of the Lindaraxa development. Over the years, those pillars began to disappear until by 2017 there was only one left, and it was slated for removal. � at is when community activist and Lindaraxa resident Marisol Gri-er went into action. She began to lobby the City Council to restore the pillars that originally graced her neighborhood.

� rough her e� orts and that of her neighbors, restoration was begun on the pillars at the corner of Lindaraxa and Granada using many of the original bricks that had been safely stored away. � e original design was brought back to life. A ribbon cutting took place to

A ribbon cutting took place to celebrate the completion of the Lindaraxa Park pillars restoration project. Lindaraxa resident Marisol Grier, who spearheaded the restoration project, is third from the right. Mayor Stephen Sham is fourth from the right.

In 1912, the Alhambra Construction Company began work on a new housing project centered on what became Lindaraxa Park.

celebrate the completion of the project. On hand were Mayor Stephen Sham, Coun-cilmembers Je� rey Maloney and David Mejia, and City Manager Jessica Binnquist.

Ms. Grier expressed her thanks to the Al-hambra City Council: “Please know that we

are very aware of the signi� cance that these remodeled/restored/preserved pillars have here at Lindaraxa. � rough preservation we protect and maintain that nostalgia that was once here. It gives people in the community a snapshot into history that is very telling

and a glimpse into these neighborhoods of what they were. Where old meets new is quite special, and I for one am humbled by the fact that I live in such a special neighbor-hood (one of many in Alhambra).”

Je� Shulman, Tom’s Uniforms owner, dies

Je� Shulman, owner of Tom’s Uni-forms in Alhambra, died on April 4. He was born on March 28, 1951, in Boston.

Tom’s is a family business that started in 1954 by Je� ’s father, Tom Shulman, and sold suits and custom high-end clothing. � e store switched to just sell-ing uniforms 30 years later. When Tom retired, he passed the business on to Je� .

Je� helped serve L.A. county’s � re-� ghters and police o� cers. He made sure he gave the best service, including for those just starting out at the academy all the way until they became chiefs and high ranking o� cials.

“We have been tailoring postal and � re and police uniforms since 1980,” said nephew Colin Beasley. “I started working here a few years ago alongside my uncle, and I am impressed how highly respected he was in the community. I honor my

uncle, who helped so many important people throughout L.A. County.”

Je� enjoyed singing with the cantor at his Jewish temple.

He is survived by his mother, Alice Shulman; wife, Rivi Shulman; children, Yael (Richard) Nygren and Seth Shul-man; siblings, Randy (Mona) Shulman and Phyllis Shulman (Seth Ellner); grandchildren, Ariella and Michael Nygren; nephews, Colin Beasley, Adam Ellner, and Shaun Lichter; and nieces, Sharon Beasley, Laura Lichter, Jeannine Feltman, and Heather Lichter.

Je� was predeceased by his father Tom Shulman and his sister Marilyn Beasley.

A funeral service took place April 12 at Eden Memorial Park in Mission Hills.

Donations can be sent to Temple Ahavat Shalom, 18200 Rinaldi Place, Northridge 91326.

Je� ShulmanMarch 28, 1951 – April 4, 2018


On March 28, � e Alhambra Historical Society played host to six area historical groups, including those from Monterey Park, San Gabriel, Temple City, � e Ra-mona Museum, and Dinsmoor Heritage House.

In a dinner meeting at the Alhambra Masonic Center, nearly 100 people had dinner, catered by Charlie’s Trio Café, and a dessert from Claro’s Italian Market. � e program consisted of a talk about “� e History of the Guasti Winery and Mansion” presented by local historian and author Glenn Barnett and Carol Jones, the director of visitor services at the Guasti Mansion.

� e speakers related that Italian immi-grant Secundo Guasti at one time owned the largest winery in the world covering eight square miles in the Cucamonga Valley. Mr. Guasti also built an imposing Italian Renaissance style home for himself in the posh West Adams district of Los Angeles, which today has been lovingly restored to its original opulence.

� e dinner and program were hosted by Rosemarie Marcus, the president of the Alhambra Historical Society.

“Rosemarie makes a point of outreach to neighboring historical societies, and on this night, it was all worthwhile,” said Mr. Barnett.

Alhambra Historical Society hosts joint meeting

� e Alhambra Historical Society played host to six area historical groups on March 28. From left are Rosemarie Marcus, president of the Alhambra Historical Society; Glenn Barnett, local historian and author; and Carol Jones, director of visitor services at the Guasti Mansion.


STEM sailing program for “land locked” kids from the San Gabriel Valley and East L.A. at Marina Del Rey.

� e Boys and Girls Club will present its third annual “Great Futures for Kids” fundraising breakfast from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 8, at the San Gabriel Hilton, 225 W. Valley Blvd., San Gabriel. � e key-note speaker is Luis J. Rodriguez, author of the 1993 bestselling memoir Always Running, La Vida Loca, Gang Days in L.A. Other speakers include Veronica Gomez, an attorney with the L.A. County Public Defender’s O� ce and a Club alumna who grew up in Alhambra, and Kaitelynn Ng, a senior at Mark Keppel High School and the Club’s Youth of the Year.

To learn more about the breakfast and to RSVP, contact Kevin Liam at 626-315-0273 or [email protected], or sign up at bgcgfb.eventbrite.com.

On June 5, a fundraiser will take place at Herb Albert’s Vibrato Grill & Jazz in Los Angeles. � e evening will begin with a 6 p.m. reception and a 7 p.m. silent auction and dinner with live entertainment. Cock-tail attire is recommended. Proceeds will support the Club’s music studio activities.

Every weekday afternoon, between 200 and 250 boys and girls from ages 6 to 17 gather at the Boys and Girls Club at 328 S. Ramona Ave. in Monterey Park. Hundreds

more gather at four other sites throughout the San Gabriel Valley and East L.A. � ere they � nd a safe haven with supervised activities for education, recreation, and sports.

� ere are activities such as Manner’s Matter etiquette classes, basketball on a regulation court, table games, and on weekends, STEM sailing, kayaking, and paddle board lessons in Marina Del Rey.

An on-site kitchen prepares and serves meals to those who need them. � ere is a drug counseling and awareness program available through Brent’s Club, which o� ers incentives to kids who stay drug and alcohol free. Homework and tutoring ser-vices are provided to help students prepare for high school graduation and preparation for college. � ere are college bound activ-ities, including a computer room funded by Samsung, where kids learn robotics and STEM programming.

Another cool activity for teens is the use of a state-of-the-art music studio, courtesy of Notes for Notes ™, where budding mu-sicians can practice and record their work. � ere is a nominal fee to become a mem-ber of the Club, but no child is excluded because of inability to pay.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Western San Gabriel Valley to present fundraising breakfast May 8

Alhambra Woman’s Club to celebrate Cinco de Mayo

� e Alhambra Woman’s Club invites women in Alhambra and the surrounding communities to join the club at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 2, at Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St., Alhambra, to cele-brate Cinco de Mayo.

Come dressed festively, and be ready to

sing and dance to the music of Mariachi Odisea.

� e cost for lunch is $20 for members and $25 for non-members.

Please phone 626-289-9307 to make a reservation by May 1.

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Sam the barber puts on customer appreciation daySam Artino, aka “Sam the barber,” wanted to � nd a way to

thank his many loyal customers for their business, friendship, and generosity, so he came up with the idea of a ‘”customer appre-ciation day.” For this event, he reserved the entire grounds of Alhambra Park on April 8.

He arranged entertainment, food, bottled water, and picnic facilities. � ere were two bands, one a ‘50s rock band the Swing-ing 8-Balls, who played the old favorites, and a Mariachi band “Mariachi Los Dorados de Chihuahua” from Santa Ana. Food was on o� er from one of Alhambra’s newest businesses, Baja Cali, on a BYOT (buy your own taco) basis.

Sam was prepared for a large crowd and was not disappointed. Hundreds of people showed up to share in the festivities. Included in their number were Alhambra City Council members Barbara Messina and David Mejia, as well as former Mayor Steven Placido.

Sam even had gifts to share. A ra� e was organized to distribute prizes, such as a check for $1,000, which Alex Aquila won, airline tickets good for travel anywhere in the continental United States, tickets to Disneyland, box seats for Dodger games, 24 movie tick-ets to IMAX theaters, 24 tickets to regal theaters, $25 gift cards for Subway sandwiches, and T-shirts.

Sam has been cutting hair in Alhambra for 59 years. For 50 of those years, he has operated his own shop. � at means he is not only the dean of haircutters but the dean of Alhambra business leaders as well.

Over the years, Sam has become involved in many charitable causes in the western San Gabriel Valley and has invited his cus-tomers to participate with him. Whether it be buying Girl Scout cookies, collecting toys at Christmas, or donating money and gifts to foster children, Sam has given his customers a way to be involved in service to the community. More than $1 million has been raised in this way.

Sam encourages new customers to visit his shop at 1103 E. Main St., Alhambra. He highly recommends two of his asso-ciates. One is John Deleon, who most recently cut hair at the California Club. Joe Gimanco took a leave of absence and John is o� ering to support his customers until his return. Contact him at 562-522-1885.

Alex Aquila wins a check for $1,000 in a ra� e as part of Sam Artino’s customer appreciation day April 8.

� e City Council commended Sam Artino, aka Sam the barber, for his 50 years in business at Sam’s customer appreciation day. From left are former Mayor and

Hundreds of people show up to share in the festivities at Sam Artino’s customer appreciation day at Alhambra Park.

Sam’s other barber is his godson, 31-year-old Daniel De Soto. His phone number for appointments is 626-634-9392. Daniel has been working in Sam’s shop for a year and a half and the experience has been life changing. “I’ve learned a lot from Sam like being loyal, respectful, and humble,” he said. “I’ve learned to treat every customer the same, just like he does.” Daniel also said he is learning the lesson of one of Sam’s favorite quotes, “I’m not that smart, I just pay attention.”

Councilmember Dr. Steven Placido, HCDA Commissioner Steve Cosci, Mr. Artino, and Councilmembers Barbara Messina and David Mejia.


Historical Society hopes to preserve 100-year-old building on Alhambra Road

Join the Alhambra Historical Society Wednesday, May 23, to hear Michael McCollum talk about preserving and revitalizing the 100-year-old long brick building at 1500 W. Alhambra Road, and also to applaud the new Historical Society board member who will be installed.

“Originally, the building was a general grocery store,” said Mr. McCollum. ”It has also housed a barber shop, laundro-mat, book printing press, and museum

over the years. We will do a deep dive into the history of this building and the people who built their businesses there over the last century, and then hear from the building's new owner what its new chapter will be and why that has involved installing 511 pieces of glass.”

Meet and Greet begins at 7 p.m. � e meeting and program begin at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.

For more information, please phone 626-300-8845.

Japanese Samurai sword authority Michael Yamasaki will present a program on the swords to the Alhambra Rotary Club on Tuesday, June 5.

Alhambra Rotary Club to present History of Samurai Swords

Rotary Club guest speaker Michael Ya-masaki will present a program on Japanese Samurai swords at noon Tuesday, June 5, at Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St. Mr. Yamasaki is a Sansei, meaning a third-generation Japanese-American. He is an authority on the appraisal, value, cul-ture, and history of the traditional swords that have been hand-crafted in Japan since at least the 1200s AD.

As a child, Mr. Yamasaki repaired and restored daggers that his grandmother brought back from Japan. He became in-terested in the mysticism of the swords, and as an adult he traveled back and forth to Japan to study them. In 2001, he won � rst place in a national “sword identi� cation challenge” in Japan, the � rst non-Japanese national to do so.

Mr. Yamasaki runs Jidai Arts, about which he said, “We at Jidai Arts are com-mitted to sharing the culture and artifacts

of Japan's samurai with the world. � rough educational programming, conservation work, and exhibitions of historic pieces of samurai art, we seek to inspire the next generation of scholars, collectors, artists, and a� cionados.”

His exhibits are popular. When he created a display for the Go For Broke National Education Center in downtown Los Angeles, it pulled in a record 5,000 visitors a day.

At his talk for the Alhambra Rotary Club, Mr. Yamasaki will share his knowl-edge with examples of these works of art. As with all Rotary meetings, the public is invited to attend. � e $15 cost includes lunch. � e Rotary Club meets from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St. For this event, doors will open at 11 a.m. To make a reser-vation, contact the Chamber of Commerce at 626-282-8481.

On April 4, Delta Zeta � eta Rho of California State University – Los Angeles had a fundraiser, “Hoops for Hearing,” that raised money and awareness for the Starkey Hearing Foundation. � e celebration of philanthropy took place at Granada Park gym in Alhambra with nearly 100 attendees who made this day-long event a success.


Calling all Alhambra businesses - join us and hero up!

Help create the ultimate fan experienceCelebrating Heroes and Inspiring Kids

is our Mission. Serving Local Businesses and Saving Lives is our Duty. To accom-plish this goal, the Downtown Alhambra Business Association greenlit the 1st Annual SuperHero Summer Fest, creating a city-wide superhero star-studded event only possible with the assistance of every business in Alhambra.

� e event supports the e� orts of the charity Music Saves Lives, teaching young people the importance of blood donation using celebrities, animated public service announcements, and free comic books. � e program was awarded as the largest youth blood donation program in U.S. history.

� e event was created by local business-es TOY-ZILLA Collectibles Store and the Pop Rock Academy but encourages all Al-hambra businesses and superhero themed retailers to get involved. Businesses can participate with a booth at the event, co-ordinate celebrity appearances, and donate charity auction prizes. Brick and mortar shops can pick a SuperHero to appear at their store the day of the event.

Currently, the festival features perfor-mances by SpongeBob voice talent Tom

Kenny & the Hi-Seas, � e Pop Rock Academy, the U.S. Shaolin Kung Fu Center Martial Arts, and more to come! Hero sightings by professional cosplayers throughout the city are produced by NerdBot.

� e event follows in the footsteps of other successful pop culture events, in-cluding the San Diego Comic-con, which is the highest anticipated go-to summer destination for all things pop culture with more than 130,000 attendees and $150 million in economic impact on the area. Unlike San Diego’s convention, SuperHero Summer Fest will not take place at a con-vention center but will be city-wide as well as a free event. SuperHero Summer Fest may start small but with the proper support of local businesses and the movie studios it could snowball into a major festival with a signi� cant economic boon for Alhambra.

To participate and for more informa-tion, contact:

Je� Arcio, GiG Productions, 626-756-4949, [email protected].

Dahveed Kolodny-Nagy, 213-925-9918, [email protected].

Paul Kwo, [email protected].

SUPERHERO SUMMER FEST ALHAMBRA

Entertainment • Food • Heroes

June 16 Pop Rock Stage @ Renaissance Plaza

Emmaus Lutheran School features new Community Garden and Environmental Center

� ree years ago when former Em-maus Lutheran School student Mat-thew Diep, who graduated in 2010 and is now a student at UCLA, returned from a semester at Oxford University in England he was inspired to develop a sustainable urban garden project. He approached Emmaus Lutheran School about conducting this project to in-volve the students in connecting with nature. His plan was approved. After extensive research and some creative sourcing for materials, his garden was laid out, built, and planted. Between Matthew and Susan Westcott, a teach-er’s aide, and with help from students, the Emmaus Community Garden and Environmental Center is maintained and is in full bloom.

“� e garden gives students a � rst-hand opportunity to see how God uses spring to bring new life and renewal to our planet,” said Principal Kit Hittinger.

On March 14, the Killdeer birds who nested here last year returned and the mother laid four eggs, once again in the middle of the playground with her male counterpart closely guarding her nearby. � ere is a small perimeter fence around the area to assure security for the nesting parents. It takes 22-28 days for the babies to hatch, so stu-dents watched as three of the four eggs hatched, learned to � y, and � ew away. � e bird parents had no problem with the children playing nearby, but if an adult came around they immediately started squawking. It seems that this bird family has made Emmaus their permanent home.

During March, Amy Chan, the cafeteria director, used some of the � ve di� erent types of lettuce from the gar-den to spruce up the salads for lunches, and some of it was also used to provide salads at the Lenten suppers. Teacher’s aide Kathy Negvesky has taken some of the lettuce home to her tortoise, who will turn 60 years old in July.

� ere are milkweed plants growing, and during recess, students watch the Monarch butter� ies and search for caterpillars. � e fourth-graders are

1 E. Main St., Alhambra 91801 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.+ CITY-WIDE SUPERHERO APPEARANCES

June 15 – June 17 Super-Zilla Fair @ Toy-Zilla 201 E. Main St., Alhambra 91801 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

counting the California Poppies (the Cal-ifornia state � ower) to see how many are growing. Being next door to Almansor Park brings lots of insects and animals onto the campus. � ere are lizards, geese, squirrels, ladybugs, and butter� ies to watch, giving students another recess activity while inter-acting in the garden.

Another Emmaus alumni, Ryan Kwok (class of 2015), hopes to do a garden-relat-ed project as his Eagle Scout project for his Boy Scout troop.

“� e school is blessed to have such an environment on the 6.2 acre campus to be able to share nature up close with the students,” said Ms. Hittinger. “It is another way that Emmaus Lutheran School stands out from other schools that are frequently asphalt jungles.

To enroll a child for either summer camp or for fall, pre three through grade eight, contact Ms. Hittinger at 626-289-3664 for a campus tour. � e school is I-20 certi� ed. � e school’s website address is www.EmmausAlhambra.org.

Emmaus School’s new Community Garden and Environmental Center is in full bloom. From left are Ryan Viengkhou; Susan Westcott, teacher's aide; Cooper Sprague; Isla Maples; and Erin Harney.

� e YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley, 401 E. Corto St., is a one-stop shop for staying � t. From swimming to exercise classes to workout machines and free weights the Y has it all. � e price of membership includes all of this. It is the best deal in town.

� e gym at the Y is a small space, but it holds many of the same newer cardio machines and treadmills that one will � nd at a more expensive gym. � e top machine manufactures are represented:

Matrix, Paramount, and Precor. To help those new to working out, � tness trainers like Julian Lopez can demonstrate the ma-chines and be sure that � rst timers know the ins and outs of the equipment before they start using them for workouts.

� e Y members who want a personal trainer to help them set up an exercise program and guide them through it can inquire at the front desk. For a small extra fee, this one-on-one assistance can be arranged. At the Y, cleanliness is im-

portant and the machines are wiped down regularly and the � oors mopped three or four times a day to assure that everything is ready for members.

Gym hours are Monday through Fri-day 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday hours are 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

� e YMCA membership fee gives a lot of valuable � tness options no matter what the interest or age. Reap the bene� ts by joining today.

Jacky Fadanelli works out at the YMCA.

YMCA has something for everyone

May 1 – Tuesday• State of City luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St.• HCDA Citizens Advisory Committee 7 p.m. - City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St.

May 3 – ThursdayParks and Recreation Commission7 p.m., Joslyn Center, Story Park 210 N. Chapel Ave.

May 7 – MondayPlanning Commission7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers 111 S. First St.

May 8 – Tuesday• 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.

May 9 – WednesdayTransportation Committee7 p.m., City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St.

Alhambra Service Clubs and OrganizationsTuesday: The Exchange Club meets at noon every Tuesday at Birdies Bar & Grill, 630 S. Almansor St., at Alhambra Golf Course. The Kiwanis Club of Alhambra meets at 6 p.m. the fi rst and third Tuesdays of each month at Denny’s Restaurant, 369 W. Main St., Alhambra. The Rotary Club and Soroptimist Club meet at noon every Tuesday at Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St. Wednesday: The Alhambra Historical Society presents its program meetings at 7:30 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of January, March, May, September, and before or after Thanksgiving in November at the Masonic Center, 9 W. Woodward Ave. Toastmasters meets from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the fi rst and third Wednesdays each month at the Colonial Kitchen Restaurant, 1110 Huntington Drive, San Marino. Thursday: American Legion Post 139 meets at 7 p.m. on the fi rst 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 Twohey’s, 1224 N. Atlantic Blvd., Alhambra.The Alhambra Woman’s Club meets monthly. Phone 626-289-9307 for information.

Community Calendar of Events

JuneMay 10 – Thursday• “B to B” Business to business networking 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Denny’s Restaurant 369 W. Main St., Alhambra 91801• SCORE counselor appointments available 10 a.m. to noon Phone the Chamber at 626-282-8481

May 14 – MondayAlhambra City Council, 7 p.m. City Hall, 111 S. First St.

May 16 – WednesdayArts & Cultural Events Committee7 p.m., City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St.

May 21 – Monday Planning Commission7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers111 S. First St.

May 22 – TuesdayDesign Review Board 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St.

May 23 – WednesdayChamber Happy Hour5:30 to 7:30 p.m.Hosted by Charlie’s Trio47 W. Main St., Alhambra 91801$10 members, $15 non-members

May 28 – MondayAlhambra City Council, 7 p.m. City Hall, 111 S. First St.

June 4 - MondayPlanning Commission7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers 111 S. First St.

June 5 – TuesdayHCDA Citizens Advisory Committee7 p.m. - City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St.

June 7 – Thursday• SCORE counselor appointments available 10 a.m. to noon Phone the Chamber at 626-282-8481• Parks and Recreation Commission 7 p.m., Joslyn Center, Story Park 210 N. Chapel Ave.

June 11 – MondayCity Council, 7 p.m. City Hall, 111 S. First St.

June 12 – Tuesday• 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.

June 15 – FridayChamber’s 115th Installation DinnerAlmansor Court, Lakeview Room700 S. Almansor St.6 p.m. Cocktails7 p.m. DinnerFor information, phone the Chamber at

626-282-8481

June 18 – MondayPlanning Commission7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers 111 S. First St.

June 20 – WednesdayArts & Cultural Events Committee7 p.m., City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St.

June 25 – MondayCity Council, 7 p.m. City Hall, 111 S. First St.

June 26 – TuesdayDesign Review Board7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room111 S. First St.

June 27 – WednesdayNo Chamber Mixer this month. Please join the

Chamber at its Installation Dinner on Friday, June15.

Staffordshire terrier mix • Adult • Female • Large

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 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. � e shel-ter is closed on Mondays. Directions and photos of many more dogs and cats can be found online at www.sgvhumane.org.

� e adoption fee for cats is $99, which includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, de-worming, FIV/FELV/heartworm testing, and microchip. A $130 - $145 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.

� e Senior for Senior Program o� ers pets for $39 each.

� e 2018 calendar is available for $10 if bought directly at the shelter or $12.50 if mailed.

Dotts is a 2-year-old Sta� ordshire terrier mix girl with a striking black and white speckled coat, black bouncy ears, beautiful brown eyes, and the cutest girly whiskers a pup could have. � is petite girl only weighs about 40 pounds and is the perfect size for cuddling. Dotts is healthy and is making the most out of her stay at the shelter. She does well on her walks and loves to play fetch and tug-of-war. Most of all, she loves to spend time with people. � is dazzling young puppy deserves a loving and forever home that can give her a second chance at the puppyhood she is meant to have. If you are that special person or family who is ready to welcome Dotts into your family, please come meet her and prepare to fall head over heels in love with her.

� e San Gabriel Valley Humane Society is the local, a� ordable 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.

May

American Staffordshire terrier • Adult • Male • Large

Titus is a very handsome 2-year-old chocolaty American Sta� ordshire terrier. He is 70 lbs and still has a love for puppy games. He has a short, smooth, healthy coat, big goofy � oppy ears, and the sweetest trusting auburn eyes you’ve ever seen. He was found stray in Temple City and has already endeared himself to his new human friends at the shelter. Titus loves to walk and jog, and he truly enjoys himself whenever he gets the opportunity to strut outdoors. He also enjoys the scents of the world around him or stopping to experience the pleasure of a good roll in the cool grass. If you’re looking for a fun loving goofball who has a zest for life and deserves a forever loving home, then Titus is the dog for you.

Gumdrop is a friendly and athletic 2-year-old American Sta� ordshire terrier. � is young lady has light brown and a� ectionate eyes, a chocolate coat with a creamy white chest, and bouncy � oppy ears. Weighing 50 lbs, this sporty girl has plenty of puppy energy for playtime and outdoor activities. She also does well on a leash. � is poor girl was found lost o� the 10 Freeway with nothing but an old wound on the inside of her left ear. She needs a safe, enclosed home and may be best suited for a one-dog family. Gumdrop will be the perfect addition to a fun, loving, and active family. If you are looking for a spirited, yet sweet, dog to join your family either at home or on long hikes up in the hills, then please stop by and meet Gumdrop.

American Staffordshire terrier • Adult • Female • Large

Dotts Gumdrop


05/2018 ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 21A

Alhambra School District’s Grab ’N’ Go Breakfast Program wins USDA ‘Champions of Breakfast’ Award

With help from the School Superin-tendents Association (AASA), Walmart Foundation, and California Department of Education (CDE) grants, Alhambra School District students are fueling their mornings to increase health and concentration.

� anks to the District’s new Grab ’N’ Go program funded by a combination of grants from the AASA, the Walmart Foundation, and the CDE, Alhambra School District students are grabbing the most important meal for learning and health, one most of them had been skipping — breakfast.

For its innovative school breakfast mod-el, the USDA recently awarded Alhambra School District’s Grab ’N’ Go breakfast program its “Champions of Breakfast” Award during National School Breakfast Week in March.

� e initial CDE start-up summer meal expansion grant of $134,765 in May 2017 was followed in September 2017 by support from AASA and the Walmart Foundation, both so impressed with the Alhambra School District’s new approach to student morning nutrition that they awarded a $132,485 grant for the Grab ’N’ Go Breakfast program. � e only district in California to win such an ASSA + Walmart Foundation grant, Alhambra School District was also one of only eight districts in the country sponsored by the Walmart Foundation.

Last year, when Alhambra School District Superintendent Denise Jaramillo, Director of Business Services Vivien Watts, and William Fong, director of Food and Nutrition, looked at data showing that students were not eating breakfast o� ered in the school cafeteria or at home because they were rushing to be on time for class, the trio noticed some staggering statistics. With only 16.8% of K through eighth-grade students and only 4.8% of high school students participating in school breakfast on a daily basis, and even fewer eating breakfast at home, Mr. Fong set

out to develop a comprehensive District plan to change those numbers, a plan in keeping with its Whole Student approach to academic success.

To make it easier, faster, and more tempting to give the students the edge they need to succeed in school and stay healthy, Mr. Fong created the Grab ’N’ Go breakfast program. � e program involves setting up multiple breakfast stations on campuses to provide a variety of portable, pre-wrapped, nutritious meal options at school entrances, in parking lots, hallways, and other high tra� c areas.

Building a new, � exible, quasi-food truck, mobile kiosk breakfast model for a district with 17,000 students on 19 cam-puses required funding assistance, a road map, and a roll-out strategy. Breakfasts marked “eat now” and “take now/eat later” give students new ways to get the nutrition they need to concentrate, stay healthy, increase academic success and social emotional learning, and reduce behavior problems, nurse visits, and tardiness.

� e Grab ’N’ Go program rolled out at Alhambra High School in October 2017, and has since been implemented at Mark Keppel High School, San Gabriel High School, Ramona Elementary, Northrup Elementary, and Ynez, Park, Gar� eld, Em-ery Park, and Baldwin elementary schools. According to new data, the number of students eating breakfast has increased by 28% in February 2018 when compared to same month last year.

As part of the Grants’ outreach man-dates, the School District is also publishing research-based Bene� ts of Breakfast bro-chures and videos for students and parents. Videos feature students talking on camera about the positive e� ective of eating break-fast daily.

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ntendent Student + Employee Welfare,” said AUSD Board President Joanne Rus-sell-Chavez. “We want to be the wind beneath his sails as he charts the course of the Gateway to Success program into the future.”

“We are very pleased that someone with John’s 20-year track record of leadership in our District schools will be using his talents, experience, and dedication to continue the work that Dr. Laurel Bear set so skillfully in motion with Gateway to Success,” said Denise Jaramillo, AUSD superintendent. “John grew up in the district, graduated from San Gabriel High School, has for two decades demonstrated his gifts for positive impact on students, parents and AUSD employees, has forged strong community ties, and has a deep com-mitment to this vital work.”

Both Ms. Russell-Chavez and Ms. Jaramillo said that while Dr. Bear’s trans-formational leadership pioneered the infrastructure of hope and opportunity that Gateway to Success has become, she also mentored and put in place an incredible team to carry the program forward with Mr. Scanlan at the helm. � ey point out that the program is now � rmly embedded in the fabric of the whole District and the community.

Mr. Scanlan said he cherishes this op-portunity to lead Gateway. “I’ve always preached the whole child approach to education,” he said. “It is very hard for

students to learn — or even come to class — if they are depressed, anxious, abused, hungry, or homeless. Mental health assessments, education, and ser-vices are foundational to our students’ ability to succeed, not only in school, but in life. Our goal with Gateway and with education is to cultivate connected, resilient, growth mindset young people who learn that asking for help and giving help are strengths. � e Gateway team is one of the best anywhere. It will be a privilege to work together."

“It will be a pleasure to continue APD’s good relationship with AUSD through our work with Mr. Scanlan and his Gateway team,” said AUSD Community Partner Alhambra Police Chief Timothy Vu, whose department has enjoyed close ties with Mr. Scanlan at Mark Keppel High School; he looks forward to their collaboration in Mr. Scanlan’s new post.

“John is an inspiring and motivating leader,” said Dr. Bear. “He is well known for his dedication. � e whole District takes ownership of Gateway, and our amazing community partners are � rmly in place to make the program sustainable and to also address the root causes of mental health and behavior. I may have started Gateway, but the program is part of the oxygen of the Alhambra Uni� ed School District because we see what a di� erence it is making in the lives of our children and families.”

Gar� eld Elementary School is one of 10 new winners of the Kennedy Center's arts education program for high-need schools, a program for creating success in schools — a robust school reform program championed statewide by Turnaround Arts: California.

Architect Frank Gehry and arts advocate Malissa Shriver co-founded Turnaround Arts: California in 2014. � is new expan-sion to 27 schools is funded in part with a $1 million gift by Mr. Gehry matched by an anonymous donor.

“Arts education acts as superpower for students — it ampli� es learning across all arenas,” said Denise Jaramillo, Alhambra Uni� ed School District superintendent. “� e creative partnership with Turnaround Arts: California gives our students an edge they can get no other way — they develop a talent for applied creativity, a strength to help them � ourish throughout their lives. With Turnaround Arts: California as a centerpiece, the District is launching its ARTSAdvance AUSD campaign to showcase the lifelong magic arts education brings to every child.”

“Because I saw � rst-hand the transfor-mation that Turnaround Arts: California inspired in my former students at Comp-ton, I applied again for the grant when I arrived at Gar� eld,” said Gar� eld Principal Dr. Stephanie Richardson. “� e di� erence that arts education makes in student and parent engagement is electric. Learning accelerates, attendance goes up, kids are ex-

cited to come to school, and they become more con� dent and focused. When arts education is added to the mix, life for stu-dents is suddenly full of more possibility."

� e impact of the three-year program will ripple out to all 19 Alhambra School District campuses while it o� ers Gar� eld Elementary unprecedented access to high pro� le mentors. Actor Forrest Whitaker, for example, was the Turnaround Arts: California mentor for Dr. Richardson’s former students in Compton.

After the Turnaround Arts: California teacher training in Virginia this sum-mer, the � rst student initiatives for the K through eight Gar� eld Elementary students roll out next fall. Stories of the students’ reactions, interactions, shifts in perspective, and learning improvements as they are immersed in this arts-fueled strate-gic support for creating success in schools will be shared.

� is story sits at the intriguing inter-section of the arts, reform, philanthropy, education, at-risk schools, and internation-ally revered icons in the arts. � e gift of the Kennedy legacy and its longstanding arts advocacy joining forces with renown talents like Mr. Gehry to assist Gar� eld School, a small elementary school in the San Gabriel Valley where 69.1% of the students are socioeconomically disadvantaged, 30.3% Asian, 55.9% are hispanic or Latino, and nearly a third are English learners, is inspir-ing. And — according to data — works.

Garfi eld School 1 of 10 winners of Kennedy Center’s arts education program for high-need schools

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Alhambra Latino Association’s Fundraiser Dinner & Dance to take place May 4

� e Alhambra Latino Association will salute Alhambra High School teacher Javier Gutierrez and announce the 2018 scholar-ship winners on May 4 at the organization’s Fundraiser Dinner & Dance at 6 p.m. at Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St., Alhambra.

For the past four years, the 501c3 Alhambra Latino Association has honored Alhambra School District teachers and awarded scholarships to � ve AUSD high schools in order to promote student educa-tion and cultural growth in the community.

Alhambra High students win awards in C-SPAN’s National StudentCAM CompetitionOut of nearly 3,000 entries from 5,700 students, AHS’s two winning teams take honors

C-SPAN, Charter Communications, and local partner, Spectrum, along with state elected o� cials honored six Alhambra High students for their short documentaries on public policy issues in a special awards noon ceremony at the school on April 18. Out of 14,000 national entries in the television network’s StudentCAM competition, the Alhambra students, together with their teacher coach, Johnnie Lau, won awards for their videos on public defenders and on privacy rights. Nationally, 150 winning videos and 53 faculty advisers won cash prizes totaling $100,000.

Seniors Queen Lam, Moajarra Moisis-sa, and Ronald Tu’s documentary, “� e Backbone of our Justice System” on the sixth amendment right to counsel, https://www.viddler.com/v/484cadeb, won third place and a $750 prize.

Ha Li, Amanda Yuan, and Jesse Ro-sales, also Alhambra High seniors, took honorable mention and a $250 prize with their documentary “Hacked America: � e 4th Amendment Under Attack” on where the fourth amendment stands in

the technological age, http://www.viddler.com/v/8� d� d9.

� e C-SPAN Classroom competition this year addressed the theme “Constitu-tion and You: Choose a provision of the U.S> Constitution and create a video illustrating why it is important to you.”

� ese student citizens, leaders-in-the-making, received certi� cates for their achievements from C-SPAN Senator Kamala Harris, Alhambra Mayor Stephen Sham, and the o� ces of State Senator Ed Hernandez and State Assemblymember Ed Chau.

“With so much national debate about government power and personal freedom, we were eager to hear students’ perspec-tives on what the Constitution means to them,” C-SPAN’s manager of education relations, Craig Mc Andrew said. “Stu-dents across the country engaged in a conversation on the local level with elected o� cials, experts, community leaders, and educators to explore how national issues a� ect their daily lives. “Each winning video is available to view at http://www.studentcam.org/winners18.htm.

From left: winning students Queenie Lam, Ronald Tu, Moajarra Mosissa,teacher Johnnie Lau, Jesse Rosales, Amanda Yuan, and Hao Lu.

Photo by Charles Ding, World Journal

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