Business Focus - November 2013

NOVEMBER 2013 A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE WHITTIER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE VOL. 19 NO. 11

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It’s directory time again and the Whittier Chamber is looking forward to producing another quality advertising piece that will help our members gain referrals and grow their businesses, as well as give our residents a great community resource guide to keep and use throughout the year. This year’s directory will be extra special since it will celebrate the Chamber’s 100th year of serving the Whittier area business community and will feature more in-depth information about our city than ever before.

As a benefi t of membership, Chamber members will receive free exposure for their business or organization by being listed in two highly visible directories. The printed directory will feature their business category, company/organization name, contact name, address, phone number and website

Chamber to produce 100th Anniversary Commemorative Celebration Book and Business Directory

CalChamber recaps fi nal status of major bills with impact on employersThis year, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr.’s deadline for signing bills was October 13.

A recap of the Governor’s actions is provided below.LitigationAB 227 (Gatto; D-Los Angeles) JOB CREATOR: Stops Drive-by Lawsuits — Protects small businesses from drive-by lawsuits by providing a 14-day right to cure for allegations of a failure to post a Proposition 65 warning related to chemicals produced during the cooking process, alcohol, second-hand smoke, and car exhaust. CalChamber supported. Signed—Chapter 581

AB 1165 (Skinner; D-Berkeley) Increased Costs for Citation Appeal Process — Proposes a costly double-appeal process for workplace safety citations that presumes guilt for employers, undermines due process with regards to citations for workplace safety violations and is unnecessary in light of recently adopted regulations for an expedited appeals process for these situations.CalChamber opposed. Vetoed.

AB 729 (R. Hernández; D-West Covina) Employee-Union Agent Evidentiary Privilege — Creates a new evidentiary privilege that is one-sided and will provide a union representative Continued on page 7

address. The online directory, found at www.whi t t ie rchamber.com, will feature their b u s i n e s s n a m e , c o n t a c t n a m e , a d d r e s s , p h o n e and fax numbers. The online directory can be searched alphabetically, by category or by representatives’ names.

There are numerous opportunities for members to enhance their listing and gain more visibility online by adding a direct link to their website, including their logo and/or photos on their member page, writing a description about their business, entering key words so their business can easily be searched, and priority placement on the search page. By participating in the printed and online

directories, members have a chance to get their business not iced, increase exposure and have customers call them fi rst!

Aside f rom the popular business directory in which

all Chamber members are listed by category, this special 100th Anniversary Commemorative Book will feature historical information about the Chamber and the city as well as info on the community, shopping areas, dining places, areas to explore and play, and educational and worship institutions. In addition, the Book will serve as a community resource guide with important phone numbers and contact information for city and county services. This year 15,000 copies will be printed and

distributed throughout the city including to all Chamber members and selected areas of Whittier residential neighborhoods.

A new addition to this book will be a “Then & “Now ” photo feature which businesses can purchase to highlight their own contribution to the Whittier business community. More details may be obtained by calling the Chamber offi ce at (562) 698-9554.

If your business is interested in advertising in the 100th Anniversary Commemorative Celebration Book & Business Directory, please contact one of our staff members today. Opportunities will close at the end of November and the Book is expected to be published by January 2014. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to grow your business and be part of history!!!

with an unfair opportunity to preclude relevant evidence during litigation regarding labor disputes or collective bargaining, that may ultimately result in the miscarriage of justice. CalChamber opposed. Vetoed.

AB 566 (Wieckowski; D-Fremont) Unnecessary Restr ict ions on Trial Courts — Unfairly limits the trial courts’ ability to minimize costs in light of the budget reductions they have faced by placing severe restrictions on their ability to contract for services.CalChamber opposed. Vetoed.

Environmental RegulationSB 254 (Hancock; D-Oakland) Industry-Run Mattress Recycling — Establishes a private sector-run product stewardship program patterned on successful recycling legislation for paint and carpet products. CalChamber supported. Signed—Chapter 388.

Health Insurance CostsAB 912 (Quirk-Silva; D-Fullerton) I n c r e a s e d H e a l t h I n s u r a n c e

Premiums — Increases medical costs, which will be passed on to medium and large employers in the form of higher premiums, by mandating coverage of fertility preservation services in certain medical treatments. CalChamber opposed. Vetoed.

SB 353 (Lieu; D-Torrance) Increased Health Insurance Premiums — Increases costs for health plans, which will be passed on to employers in the form of higher premiums, by imposing signifi cant new translation requirement on plans that advertise or market to new communities that speak languages other than English. CalChamber opposed. Signed—Chapter 447

SB 746 (Leno; D-San Francisco) Health Premium Increase — Interferes with an employer’s negotiation with health plans and increases costs by subjecting insurers to excessive, onerous disclosure disclosure requirements.CalChamber opposed. Vetoed.

Team members, Chamber supporters and friends gathered to congratulate Moneyline Escrow on their ribbon cutting

ceremony last month in Whittier

Thank you to owner Debbie Wade (4th from left), family members and staff for hosting a delicious Tasty Tuesday at

Manuel’s Original El Tepeyac Café in September

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NOVEMBER 2013WHITTIER BUSINESS FOCUS WWW.WHITTIERCHAMBER.COM2

Whittier Chamber Business FocusOffi cial monthly publication of the

Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce

This publication is mailed monthly to all licensed businesses in the city of Whittier, all Whittier Chamber members and 4,500 Whittier residents in selected areas. Papers are also distributed via various community locations such as Whittier Library, Community Center, Senior Center, City Hall, etc. Total monthly readership is 20,000. We welcome comments, press releases and community interest stories. All submissions are due by the 10th of the month prior to publication. The Whittier Chamber reserves the right to approve and edit submitted material. The Business Focus is also an excellent vehicle within which to advertise! For current advertising rates or to submit an article, email Katie Galvin at [email protected] or call (562) 698-9554.

Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce8158 Painter Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602(562) 698-9554 • (562) 693-2700 FAX

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2013-2014BOARD OF DIRECTORS

STAFFExecutive Directors

Carol Crosby & Lyn Carty

Director of MembershipJessica Schreiner Magdosku

Director of Public RelationsKatie Galvin

Event & Member Relations CoordinatorNatalie Saenz

BookkeeperAmber Bookil-Lawrence

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEPresident

Bonnie Watje, ACRO Printing, Inc.

Past President & VP AdministrationSue Dean, Notary Signing Network

President-elect &VP Business Information

Shannon Gimbel, Shannon G’s Flowers

VP Community AffairsMelanie Bickley, Whittier Brokers

VP FinanceDavid Krake, Merrill Lynch

VP Marketing Rudy Hernandez,

RMH Dance & Productions

VP MembershipBen Greer, GM Properties

VP Special EventsLa Donna Munier, Friendly Hills Bank

DIRECTORSSusie Ausdal, Union Bank

Dr. Ramsey Ezaki, Ezaki DentistryChris Hardeman, DialMED Home Care

Miguel Granados, Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary

Greg Gunter, Greg’s Auto BodyTed Knoll, First Day

Krista Lesa, The Quad at WhittierElizabeth Martinez, Republic Services

Gary Lee Martinez, The Traveling TravelerCarolyn Reggio, CAPC, Inc.

Tom Rios, Emeritus at Chateau WhittierMonique Rodriguez, PIH Health

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Laminate & Tile Floors • Custom Tile & Stone EnclosuresStucco & Interior Painting • Patching & Texturing

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

INDEX

During the month of November, I am reminded with each passing day that we have so much for which to be thankful. It’s easy to get caught up in the tough economy, the business struggles that consume our day or the stories of those less fortunate around us. Granted we are all working through diffi cult times and those things are in need of our attention. But at the end of the day, it is all just noise interfering with the most important aspects in our lives.

As I take a look around and reflect on my own gratitude this month, I am reminded of so many reasons why I am thankful to live, work and play in this city…• We are op t im is t i c about the

development opportunities that are on the horizon in our city

• Our grade schools are recognized as some of the state’s best

• We have two of the fi nest colleges in the country in our own town

• We h a v e c o u n t l e s s s e r v i c e organizations and volunteers who are devoted to our community and those around us who need our help

• We have two fi ne hospitals in our city caring for people all over the greater Whittier area

• We have a City Council and City Staff who truly care about our city and who continue to advocate for the needs of small business owners and entrepreneurs

• The Chamber’s Business Focus Newspaper is recognized by business owners and residents alike as a source of reliable Whittier information

• The regular opportunity to talk about my business with 200 people at the Chamber’s monthly Wake Up Whittier networking breakfasts… for free!

• Local shopping areas like the Quad and the Whittwood Town Center which continue to bring new businesses and local shoppers to our city

• Uptown Whittier which has some great family-owned and operated restaurants like Phlight, Crepes & Grapes, Datillos and The Rusty Monk to name a few

• Uptown Whittier at Christmas time – what a great place to be! Don’t forget to Shop Whittier and keep your dollars in our city this holiday season!

• Business owners who make that important investment in their businesses by joining the Whittier Chamber

• St rong par tnersh ips w i th the City of Whittier and the Whittier Uptown Association - we continue to work together to make this a strong community for families and business owners

• The men and women of our fi ne Police Department who keep us safe day in and day out

• The Whi t t ie r Chamber Board members, volunteers and staff who give of their time and energy to keep Whittier businesses thriving and city residents well informed on local issues

• And of course… serving as the current President of one of the fi nest Chambers in CaliforniaI look forward to seeing you all at

the fi nal Wake Up Whittier of the year at the American Red Cross building on November 20th and at Tasty Tuesday on November 26th at Crepes & Grapes Café.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

REFERRAL TRAINChamber members supporting

chamber members!

The Referral Train is an opportunity for you to brag about another Chamber member you’ve done business with, while at the same time getting a little promotion for your own business. So jump on the train and send your referral to

[email protected] by the 10th of each month!

Laurie M. PerschbacherC a l i f o r n i a

Arborist really helped us out in getting two very large palm trees removed at one of our Uptown Whittier properties. They were very careful to not have the frawns fall onto the units and they also removed the stumps. This was a very large job and they did it with the utmost care. Thanks aga in Ca l i fo rn ia Arborist!

Shannon GimbelI would like to

r e f e r C o u r t n e y French Pastry Chef. She made the most delicious treats for a baby shower that I hosted. If you’re looking for someone to do customized desserts for your family party or next corporate event, she’s your girl.

Gisele MataL i z A p o d a c a

helped me make a great dec is ion r e g a r d i n g s o m e c o n t r a c t s m y family needed to sign. Liz explained details, simplified the process, and e d u c a t e d m y husband and I on legal mumbo jumbo. I love Liz Apodaca!

Liz DavisI am jumping on the referral

train by referring Karen Toth, Notary & Realtor. I needed to get my birth certifi cate recently, and I needed to mail my forms in. When you do this, you have to get your paperwork notarized. I knew Karen was a notary, but I never knew that she would be so gracious to drop what she was doing and make time to come to me. Because she was so quick and helpful, I have had my offi ce use her when needing notary service. Always happy & cheerful, she will come out and help you when you need her.

President’s Massage ............. 2 Referral Train ......................... 2 Mayor’s Message ................... 4 10-4 Tips from the WPD ......... 5 Wake Up Whittier ................... 5 Financial Update .................... 6 Tax Tips ................................. 7 Labor Law Update .................. 8 What’s Cool in Your School ..... 9 YP Corner .............................. 9 Member Marketplace ........... 10 Restaurant Row ................... 11 Community Calendar ........... 11 Around Town ........................ 12 Renewing Members ............. 13 Networking Quote ................ 14 New Members ..................... 15

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"We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of recognizing and

appreciating what we do have."- Frederick Keoning

Happy Thanksgiving

from Dr. Ezaki & staff

Local standouts to be honored with the 2013

Good Scout Award

Larry & Jane DicusLarry and Jane Dicus were both raised in households

that valued the scouting program. Larry was both a Cub and Boy Scout, attained Life rank, and was awarded a God and Country award for his service to Troop 841. Jane spent 6 years in Brownies and Girl Scouts, attending several years of Girl Scout camp in Pennsylvania. Larry and Jane are the proud parents of two sons, Eric and Scott. Both sons earned their Eagle Scout award, and

one of their highlights was attending the 1989 U.S.A. Boy Scout Jamboree at Ft. A P Hill, Virginia together, where Eric had an opportunity to meet President George H. W. Bush.

In the past few years Larry has worked as a technology consultant, and retired this summer. He has been an active member of Whittier Host Lions Club since 1996, and was recently elected to the International Board of Directors at the Lions International Convention in Hamburg, Germany. Locally, he has served as President of Whittier Host Lions, Elder Trustee of East Whittier Presbyterian Church, Committee Chairman of Boy Scout troop 841, and 12 years on the Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital Board. Currently he serves as a director on the PIH Health Insurance Board.

Jane is currently serving on the board of directors of PIH Health Hospital and PIH Health Physicians. Jane earned her Certifi ed Financial Planner credential as well as the Certifi ed Investment Management Analyst through Wharton and she currently works at Morgan Stanley in Brea, serving individual and foundation clients.

Larry and Jane have been active members of the Lake Ave. Church choir for several years which has included a 2 week tour through Argentina in 2011. Other interests include golf, tennis and just playing with their granddaughters.

Outstanding community members Larry & Jane Dicus and Chris Gardea will be honored as the 2013 Rio Hondo Good Scouts of the Year at a special dinner event on Thursday, November 14th in the grand ballroom at the Radisson Hotel (7320 Greenleaf Ave., Whittier). This is the 29th year of the Scouting awards. Perpetual honorary Co-Chairs are Ruth B. Shannon and Joan Woehrmann, and this year’s Dinner Co-Chairs are Sandra Thorstenson and Ron & Samantha Ridout, last year’s award recipients, as well as Bonnie & Joe Price. For more information about the Good Scout event, tickets and or sponsorship, contact Anna Felcyn at [email protected] or call (213) 413-4400 ext. 325.

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City Of Whittier UPDATEUPDATE

MAYOR'S MESSAGEBob Henderson

The Whittier Social Services Commission invites applications for funding from local non-profit organizations that provide needed social services for City of Whittier residents for the 2013-14 Fiscal Year. The deadline for submitting applications is 5 p.m. Friday, December 13.

“The Social Services Commission encourages innovative programming that could include agencies submitting joint applications for projects to better the quality of life in Whittier and provide necessary services to our residents,” said Fran Shields, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services.

Applications and an informational letter may be obtained by calling the Community Services Department at (562) 567-9400; in person at the Department offi ce at Whittier City Hall, 13230 Penn Street; or downloaded from the City of Whittier website, www.cityofwhittier.org.

All groups applying for funding must supply proof of non-profi t status with the application. The following documents are required as proof of non-profi t status: a Certifi cate of Filing, Certifi cate of Status or Certifi cate or Articles of Incorporation

Artists sought for City of Whittier exhibitsArtists are being sought by the Whittier Cultural Arts Commission and its Visual Arts

Committee to submit portfolios for consideration to display their artwork in the City Hall Lobby and Parnell Park Gallery during February 2014 through January 2015.

Submissions must include a portfolio of 5 to 7 photographs, a CD of artwork, a brief biography that includes past exhibits, and any educational and personal information that artists may wish to include. Submissions are due by 5 p.m. Friday, November 15th.

All submissions will be initially reviewed by the Visual Arts Committee, a Committee of the Cultural Arts Commission. The Visual Arts Committee will recommend selected artists to the Cultural Arts Commission for approval to have their artwork exhibited in 2014. Each exhibit lasts approximately six weeks.

The portfolios, which must include a self-addressed stamped envelope with correct postage in which to return them, may be submitted in person or mailed to: Erin Hamilton, Visual Arts Exhibit Program, Parnell Park, 15390 Lambert Road, Whittier, CA 90604.

Artists selected to display their work will be required to complete and return a contract to the City fi ve days prior to the hanging of their artwork. Artwork to be hung must be framed and have a wire crossing the back, allowing the piece to be hung onto the hooks of the City’s display device. Artists are responsible for transporting artwork to and from City Hall or Parnell Park. Pieces without a proper hanging wire will be returned to the artist to provide the hardware or substitute another artwork with the correct hardware.

For more information on the City Hall Lobby/Parnell Park Gallery art program, contact Parnell Park at (562) 567-9450 or [email protected]

Reception for City Hall lobby artist November 12th

A reception for the current City Hall lobby artist, Nancy Gunther, will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 12th. City Hall is located at 13230 Penn Street.

The public is invited to this free reception to meet the artist and enjoy her unique art pieces. Light refreshments will be served.

The free exhibit of Ms. Gunther’s artworks will continue through Friday, November 22nd during the regular City Hall hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Ms. Gunther’s one-of-a-kind artworks feature mixed media/collage paintings on canvas.

A Whittier resident, Ms. Gunther’s unique art pieces are created using recycled materials, vintage pieces, photographs, texture and acrylic paint to provide a visual treat to the eyes of the beholders.

For more information on the City Hall Lobby art program, contact the Community Services Division at (562) 567-9450 or [email protected].

Whittier social services funding applications now available

or Exemption Determination Letter of the California Secretary of State and a Determination Letter of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recognition of their section of 501 c (3) exempt status.

Examples of social services programs which may be eligible for grant funding include employment assistance, crime prevention, child care and education, health services, drug abuse, recreational needs and other services that primary assist low to moderate income residents including abused children, battered spouses, senior citizens, those with disabilities, homeless persons and illiterate persons.

The Whi t t ier Soc ia l Serv ices Commission will review all applications to determine eligibility. The Commission’s recommendations regarding funding will be forwarded to the City Council for fi nal approval.

Agencies that receive funding may be required to make presentations at Commission meetings

For more information regarding this Social Services funding application process, please call the Community Services Department at (562) 569-9400.

Join the YMCA as we joyfully ring in the Christmas season with breakfast and a morning of fellowship, scripture reading and an inspirational “message of the season” from the beautiful sounds of the harp. Greg Buchanan is a world-class harpist whose enthusiastic jazz-style of playing both traditional and contemporary music sets him in a category all by himself, and his heartfelt sensitivity when playing the hymns leaves one in absolute awe.

To hear Greg play is a deep spiritual experience that ushers the listener into the very presence of God. Greg is not just a musician; he is a true artist!

God’s calling continues to lead Greg to minister in churches, school assemblies, pastors’ and Bible conferences, crusades, via television and many other venues. For the past 30 years, God has called Greg to a life of traveling to spread the good news, to encourage ministers and to lead people into the presence of God through exciting worship and personal testimony. Churches in the largest cities and smallest of towns have invited Greg to minister. Greg is energized and encouraged by the people he encounters while touring. His prayer is that he will be used to encourage others through his witness and testimony. And, that as a result, the circle of Christian friendship and faith will continue to strengthen God’s people.

The YMCA Christmas Prayer Breakfast will be held Friday, December 6th, 2013, at 7 a.m. at the Radisson Hotel in Whittier, 7320 Greenleaf Avenue. The cost is $20 per person; $160 for table of 8. Unwrapped toys/books for the Salvation Army are also welcomed. The YMCA will begin taking reservations beginning November 1st. Please contact the YMCA of Greater Whittier at (562) 907-2727 for more event information.

YMCA of Greater Whittier to host 34th Annual Christmas Prayer Breakfast

The “W4” art show coming in NovemberThe “W4” is coming … On Friday and Saturday, November

22nd and 23rd, Parnell Park will be transformed into a prestigious art gallery as the Whittier Cultural Arts Foundation presents the fourth annual “W4” art show.

The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday and 12 noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday at the park building, 15390 Lambert Road.

The “W4” will feature the work of a number of prominent artists and a variety of art media. According to Foundation offi cials, each artist is innovative, unique and highly collectible.

For more information, call the Community Services Division at (562) 567-9450 or log onto the Cultural Arts Foundation website, www.whittiercaf.org.

Congratulations to the Whittier Community Foundation and the Whittier Host Lions Club on a hugely successful Fit for Life 5k Run & Walk held last month on October 26th. The race was defi nitely “spooktacular” as there were more registered entrants than in past years, many of which ran or walked in costumes! The Whittier Community Foundation proceeds will go toward enhancements to the proposed Dog Park; the Whittier Host Lions Club proceeds will benefi t Sight for Kids, a no-cost eye exam and eyeglasses service for underprivileged children in Whittier. Thank you to all who participated and made the event a great success.

Recently, the city attended the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Western Division Conference in San Diego. There’s still plenty of interest in Whittier from the real estate community and national tenants. The key, though, is finding the right sites that meet the site selection criteria of national retailers. The Convention also provided an opportunity to meet with potential developers. One of the big questions asked by developers and the community alike is, “What’s going on with Nelles?” As we have previously reported, Brookfi eld Homes continues to move forward with plans for the site. The city and the developer are meeting to discuss the environmental impact report (EIR) and schedule, as well as the Specifi c Plan for the site. We are still years away from seeing the site fully developed but we are defi nitely moving in the right direction!

Did you know Saturday, November 30th is Small Business Saturday? The Saturday after Thanksgiving (the day after Black Friday) was founded as Small Business Saturday by American Express three years ago. The campaign is expected to be bigger

and better for independent retailers as more and more individuals, businesses and communities are jumping on board and helping to spread the news of the benefi ts of shopping locally. According to the American Express Shop Small website, 67% of consumers were aware of Small Business Saturday and spent an estimated $5.5 billion during last year’s weekend campaign. The Whittier City Council is hopeful the media buzz surrounding the event this year will help our local entrepreneurs capitalize on sales that day. Challenge yourself to shop locally during the holiday shopping season and throughout the year—your fellow Whittier businesses will appreciate it.

The Whittier Uptown Association will host the annual Holiday Sonata on Small Business Saturday, November 30th. The Holiday Sonata will be a great opportunity for you to show your support of our local merchants and get in the spirit of holidays. The event, scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m., will include old fashioned hospitality with carolers and horse drawn carriage rides throughout Uptown. The kids will love to visit Santa Claus at Santa’s Village at the Greenleaf Avenue surface parking lot between Bailey Street and Hadley Street. While strolling through Uptown, be sure to visit the merchant open houses for holiday treats.

Did you know the city has a new e-newsletter system? The e-newsletter system is a subscription system that lets you choose what information you want to receive from the city and have it delivered direct to your e-mail inbox. For example, if you want to know more about how your neighborhood is being protected, you can select to receive updates from “Police Events and News.” If you want to know what’s happening at the Whittier Public Library, select “Library News” or “Library Events Calendar.” Want to hear about new theatre productions happening in your very own Community Theatre? Sign up for the Cultural Arts Events or Community Special Events e-newsletters! To sign up for the e-newsletter and to view the complete list of e-newsletter topics, visit the city’s website at www.cityofwhittier.org.

Have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving with your family and friends.


City Of Whittier UPDATEUPDATE

Avoid costly phone scams – hang up!

10-4 tips from the

Captain Michael Davis

In the past several weeks, the Whittier Police Department has taken numerous phone scam reports with fi nancial losses in the thousands. The calls included organizations pretending to fundraise and persons representing themselves as agents of the government or working for a utility company. In each fraud case, the caller pressures the resident or business owner to make a payment over the phone in order to avoid penalties, legal action, or the disconnection of utilities. Since the majority of the calls involved persons pretending to be with Southern California Edison, we wanted to re-broadcast a fraud alert that was sent to various media outlets by Edison a few weeks ago.

Southern California Edison (SCE) is advising customers to be aware of a telephone scam that demands immediate payment for allegedly past due electricity bills. Imposters have been calling SCE customers telling them they must make immediate payment on past due bills or have their electric service disconnected. The callers are also demanding that

payment be made through a prepaid cash card. Other forms of fraud involve customers being asked to purchase prepaid debit cards. Scammers ask for the debit card number and collect the value deposited on the card.

SCE customers have reported about 800 instances of phone scams this year. About 150 residential and commercial customers have been victimized by some form of bill scam with the incidents costing them an average of $800 to $1,000.

“We ask our customers to be alert to these calls that demand immediate payment and th rea ten se rv ice disconnection,” said Marilyn Denter, SCE manager of consumer affairs. “Customers suspecting a fraudulent call should ask for the caller’s name, department and business phone number. If the caller refuses to provide this information, customers should terminate the call and report the incident immediately to local police or SCE at (800) 655-4555.”

Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey, whose offi ce prosecutes

crimes in about 80 cities within SCE’s service territory, joins the utility in warning consumers about telephone scams.

“SCE and the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Offi ce share a common interest in keeping Los Angeles County residents safe from bill scams and other fi nancial crimes,” Lacey said.

“A fi rst step to preventing fi nancial scams, particularly among the elderly and in ethnic communities, is to educate the public,” she said. “When these crimes do occur, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Offi ce is fully committed to prosecuting them to the fullest extent of the law.”

SCE also reminds customers to ask for identifi cation when a stranger comes to the door or calls claiming to be a utility worker. SCE utility workers will provide verifi cation, including their department and phone number, when asked.

In most cases, home visits by SCE are scheduled by the customer and SCE will confi rm the appointment in writing. If there are any concerns, SCE and law enforcement offi cials suggest having

the utility worker wait outside until their identity can be verifi ed.

SCE customers should also note that:• An SCE employee will never ask for

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or calling card numbers (or PIN numbers) to anyone.

• If someone calls and requests you leave your residence at a specifi c time for a utility-related cause, call the police. This could be a burglary attempt set up by the caller.

Be suspicious of anyone who arrives at your house without an appointment asking to check an appliance, wiring or suggesting that there may be some other electrical problem inside or outside your residence.

For more ways customers can stay safe, please see sce.com/safety and read the safety tips section. For additional crime prevention information, please visit whittierpd.org.

Mike Davis is a Captain with the Whittier Police Department. He may be reached at (562) 567-9253 or via email at [email protected].

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How can you align your investing style with your values? What to understand before you commit.

Whether the focus is on advancing environmental causes, building healthy communities, or promoting corporate ethics, investors interested in making a difference in the world are spurring interest in socially responsible investing (SRI), also known as sustainable and responsible investing.

Sustainable and responsible investing traces its roots to religious concerns, and it expanded in scope in the 1970s and 1980s as investors joined other protestors against apartheid by choosing not to invest in companies involved in South Africa. From there, the defi nition of SRI evolved to include the avoidance of “sin stocks” -- stocks of companies that derive earnings from gambling, alcohol, and tobacco. More recently, the concept has expanded further to include any number of social and environmental issues as well as a growing concern with “corporate character” -- seeking out companies that have commendable records on corporate governance.

Susta inab le and respons ib le investments accounted for more than $3.7 trillion in assets under management as of 2012.1 Depending on a particular portfolio and its investment directive, SRI criteria are broad and can potentially include:

• Corporate governance, or how a company’s management team shares rights and responsibilities with shareholders.

• Environmental practices, such as forestry, mining, waste disposal, or hydraulic fracturing.

• Employment policies, including diversity.

• Practices of global suppliers.• Health issues, including products

that could contribute to addictions or obesity.

• Military use of a company’s product or service.

• Products inconsistent with certain religious beliefs.

• Geopolitical factors, such as presence

in a country where government has supported war or genocide.For examp le , env i ronmenta l

investment factors are incorporated in the management of 551 investment vehicles with $240 billion in assets under management.1

SRI has both advocates and critics. Those with a skeptical eye contend that investment decisions should be made solely on the basis of investment criteria. But advocates point to examples of SRI initiatives that have shifted traditional notions of investing to include a greater emphasis on the environment and a corporation’s impact on society.

Factors to ConsiderIf you are interested in SRI, it may

be worthwhile to take the following into account:

• Because socially responsible funds are actively managed, their performance will not necessarily mirror broader market trends.

• Actively managed mutual funds, including a socially responsible fund, are likely to have higher expenses compared with a passive investment.

• It is difficult to compare socially responsible funds with one another because, in many instances, criteria for stock screening are different.

• Using a socially responsible selection screen will not necessarily rule out a large portion of the investment universe.

If you are interested in SRI, there are mutual funds whose investment criteria correspond to various types of SRI screens. It is possible for investors to screen individual securities on their own, but this could be very time consuming. SRI may not be for everyone, but it presents an additional way of viewing the investment universe.

Source/Disclaimer:1Source: The Forum for Sustainable

and Responsible Investment, Report onSustainable and Responsible Investing Trends in the United States, 2012.

Douglas M. Rowan, CFP®, CMFC, AIF® is an investment adv iser representative with over twenty-seven years of experience in the fi eld. He designs and coordinates investment portfolios to help clients in seeking to achieve their financial goals and objectives. He is highly knowledgeable in the areas of investments, risk management, retirement and estate

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November 2013 — This column is produced by the Financial Planning Association, the membership organization for the fi nancial planning community, and is provided by Douglas M. Rowan, CFP®, CMFC, AIF®, a local member of FPA.

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You generally are treated like a regular real estate landlord once you begin renting your home to others. That means you must report rental income on your return, but also are entitled to offsetting landlord-type deductions for the money you spend on utilities, operating expenses, and incidental repairs and maintenance (e.g., fi xing a leak in the roof). Additionally, you can claim depreciation deductions for your home. You can fully offset your rental income with otherwise allowable landlord-type deductions. However, under the tax law passive activity loss (PAL) rules, you may not be able to currently deduct the rent-related deductions that exceed your rental income unless an exception applies. Under the most widely applicable exception, the PAL rules won’t affect your converted property for a tax year in which your adjusted gross income doesn’t exceed $100,000, you actively participate in running the home-rental business, and your losses from all rental real estate activities in which you actively participate don’t exceed $25,000.

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of your home. However, this tax-free treatment is conditioned on your having used the residence as your principal residence for at least two of the fi ve years preceding the sale. So renting your home out for an extended time could jeopardize a big tax break. Even if you don’t rent out your home so long as to jeopardize your principal residence exclusion, the tax break you would have gotten on the sale (i.e., exclusion of gain up to the $250,000/$500,000 limits) will not apply to the extent of any depreciation allowable with respect to the rental or business use of the home for periods after May 6, 1997, or to any gain allocable to a period of nonqualifi ed use (i.e., any period during which the property is not used as the principal residence of the taxpayer or the taxpayer’s spouse or a former spouse, such as a rental) after December 31, 2008. A maximum tax rate of 25% applies to this gain (attributable to depreciation deductions).

Some homeowners who bought at the height of a market may ultimately sell at a loss. In such situations, the loss is available for tax purposes only if the owner can establish that the home was in fact converted permanently into income-producing property, and isn’t merely renting it temporarily until he can sell. Here, a longer lease period helps an owner. However, if you are in this situation, you should be aware that you probably won’t wind up with much of a loss for tax purposes. That’s because basis (cost for tax purposes) is equal to the lesser of actual cost or the property’s fair market value when it’s converted to rental property. So if a home was bought for $300,000, converted to rental property when it’s worth $250,000, and ultimately sold for $225,000, the loss would be only $25,000.

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Labor and EmploymentAB 10 (Alejo; D-Salinas) JOB KILLER: Automatic Minimum Wage Increase —Increases costs on employers of all sizes and ignores other economic factors or costs that California employers are struggling with to sustain their business by increasing minimum wage by 25% or $2 wage over the next three years. Signed—Chapter 351

AB 60 (Alejo; D-Salinas) Driver License for Undocumented Persons — Requires the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to issue a driver license to undocumented persons who can prove identity and California residency and meet all other licensing requirements, such as the written and behind-the-wheel exams. The card will have a notation on it stating that it is not acceptable for federal purposes, such as verifying eligibility for employment; in other words, it is not acceptable for I-9 verifi cation. CalChamber has no position. Signed—Chapter 524

SB 54 (Hancock; D-Berkeley) Prevailing Wages on Private Projects — Increases refi nery costs and inappropriately applies the payment of prevailing wage to privately fi nanced projects by mandating the payment of prevailing wages to the construction of refi neries CalChamber opposed. Signed—Chapter 795

Economic DevelopmentSB 209 (Lieu; D-Torrance) Stops Retroactive Tax — Repeals the decision by the Franchise Tax Board to retroactively tax small business investors who relied in good faith on the law when they made the decision to invest in California and use the Qualifi ed Small Business tax incentive which was recently found unconstitutional. CalChamber supported. Signed—Chapter 543

AB 1412 (Bocanegra; D-Los Angeles) JOB CREATOR Stops Retroactive Tax — Repeals the decision by the Franchise Tax Board to retroactively tax small business investors who relied in good

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AB 1173 (Bocanegra; D-Pacoima) Tax Reduction — Reduces the state tax penalty imposed on employees for nonqualifi ed deferred compensation from 20% to 5%, as well as provides the ability to utilize the fi lm tax credit to offset income. CalChamber supported. Signed—Chapter 536

AB 106 (Committee on Budget) Protects Earned Tax Credits — Ensures that employers can utilize already-earned enterprise zone tax credits and clarifi es that these tax credits may be carried forward for 10 years. CalChamber supported. Signed—Chapter 355

AB 1400 (Committee on Jobs, Economic Development and the Economy) Facilitate Expeditious Exporting —Improves the business climate in California by reducing delays in processing necessary documents for California exporters. CalChamber supported. Signed—Chapter 539

SB 100 (Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review) Protects Earned Tax Credits — Ensures that employers can utilize already-earned enterprise zone tax credits and clarifi es that these tax credits may be carried forward for 10 years. CalChamber supported.Signed—Chapter 360

In addition, legislators amended SCA 3 (Leno; D-San Francisco) Lowers Vote Requirement for Tax Increases. Before amendments, the proposal added complexity and uncertainty to the current tax structure and pressure to increase taxes on commercial, industrial and residential property owners for education programs by giving school districts and community colleges new authority to enact a parcel tax, by lowering the vote threshold from two-thirds to 55%. Opposition and “job killer” status removed due to 6/ 20/13 amendments changing the proposal to deal instead with the state public records act. No Position/Former Job Killer.Chapter 123.

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Tucked away in a bright and cozy offi ce space off of the school’s main gymnasium, the Cal High Parent Center is a place to connect parents to the people and resources they need to ensure their children succeed in school, said Bill Schloss, Principal of California High School.

“This is the beginning of something very special,” Schloss said. “Our Parent Center is here to assist parents in supporting their children by providing them with the resources, information and contacts to make that happen.”

Parent Teacher Student Association leaders Armida Romero, Linda Lawson, Jessica Chhem, Margarita Chulde and Maria Serpas played a key role in the creation and development of the center and are volunteering their time in the new space to help parents. Cal High teacher, coach and parent Angelica De La Rosa is the center’s teacher advisor and Richard Rodriguez, Assistant Principal of Business and Activities, is overseeing the project.

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In addition, the Parent Center will offer academic and health workshops and information, as well as computer and literacy training. All services are free of charge to the parents of California High School students.

Funds for special speakers and workshops will come from the school’s after-school enrichment program called PREP, which is sponsored by the non-profit Learning, Enrichment and Academic Resources Network with a 21st Century Community Learning Center grant, said Michelle Geathers, Cal High’s PREP coordinator.

Pioneer High School also has a Parent Center and there are plans for Parent Centers at other Whittier Union high schools as part of a District-wide effort to increase parent involvement, said Sandra Thorstenson, Whittier Union High School District Superintendent.

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“I am thankful for my family, friends, dogs (Bugsy & Grace) and health (not always in that order), and my job which allows me to make positive contributions to the communities that my company serves, especially The Quad at Whittier. I am also most thankful that I live in the USA and to all the military men and women, including my grandfather, who have fought/defended this country’s freedom.”~ Krista Lesa, Quad at Whittier & Whittier Chamber board member

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“I am most thankful for my loving family, our good health and the opportunities I have to be of service every day through my work as a Chamber girl. I am also thankful for Mexican food, and lots of it!”~ Katie Galvin, Chamber staff

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Nov 1Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED Re-Certifi cation @ the Whittier Chamber offi ce (8158 Painter Ave.) 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. $35.00 for Chamber members and school employees with valid ID. American Red Cross certifi ed course. For more information call Stephanie at (562) 333-6484 or register online at www.ptcscompany.com Mandated Reporter Training @ the Whittier Chamber office (8158 Painter Ave.) 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $15 per person. Course to cover child abuse recognition and is intended for anyone who is in contact with children regularly through employment or volunteering. To register visit www.ptcscompany.com or call Stephanie at (562) 333-6484“Gifts of the Heart” Fundraiser @ Santa Fe Springs Town Hall (11740 Telegraph Rd., Santa Fe Springs) 5:30 to 9 p.m. $65 per person or $110 for two. Event to benefi t SPIRITT Family Services and feature live music from the Mariachi Divas, food and wine tastings, silent auction and award presentation honoring the Whittier Police Department. For tickets or information call Gaby Aguayo at (562) 903-7000Nov 218th Annual Fall Antique Faire @ Uptown Whittier (Philadelphia St. between Painter Ave. and Greenleaf Ave.) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. FREE to attend. 90+ antique dealers will be featuring furniture, vintage collectibles and clothing, jewelry, glassware and art. For more information call the Whittier Uptown Association at (562) 696-2662Nov 31st Annual Dia de los Muertos Festival @ The Downey Civic Theatre (8435 Firestone Blvd., Downey) 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. FREE and open to the public. Enjoy dual fi lm screenings, altar displays, merchandise, various artisan booths and much more! To participate or for information contact Theatre Manager Amber Vogel at (562) 904-7230“Will Shakespeare & Romance” Performance @ Whittier High School Vic Lopez Auditorium (12317 E. Philadelphia St.) 3 to 5:30 p.m. FREE admission. Visit www.riohondosumphony.org for concert details or call (562) 698-8626 for more informationNov 6Alzheimer’s Candlelight Vigil @ Whittier Place Senior Living (12315 Burgess Ave.) 6:30 p.m. FREE. Music, refreshments and a short program. For more information call (562) 321-9401

Nov 7Ribbon Cutting & Open House @ The Wonder Emporium (2436 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra) 4 p.m. FREE & open to the public! Enjoy refreshments and networking. For details call (562) 691-2360Nov 8“Art of Recovery” Fundraiser @ the Whittier Community Center (7630 Washington Ave.) 4 to 10 p.m. $80 per person. Event proceeds will benefi t Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol & Drug Abuse. Celebrate recovery with a student art show, special musical performance with the Orange County Guitar Orchestra, as well as a silent and live auction. Call (562) 906-2687 or email [email protected] for more informationNov 9Neighborhood Toy Store Day @ The Wonder Emporium (2436 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra) ALL DAY. FREE & open to the public! See different sales reps demo their art products and allow kids to participate in the art projects together. Homemade cookies will be served. Contact Dana at (562) 691-2360 for more details3D Point of View Art Reception @ Whittier Art Gallery (8035 Painter Ave.) 3 to 5 p.m. FREE & open to the public for viewing and refreshments. To learn more about the November exhibit call (562) 698-9710Nov 11Veterans Day Patriotic Ceremony @ Whittier City Hall Peace Memorial (12320 Penn St.) 9 to 10:30 a.m. FREE and open to the public. All are invited to come out and pay tribute to the men and women who have served and continue to serve in our armed forces. Light refreshments will be served. Call the Community Services Division at (562) 567-9400 for event informationNov 12City Hall Lobby Art Reception @ Whittier City Hall (12320 Penn St.) 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. FREE and open to the public. Meet local artist Nancy Gunther and explore her exhibit of mixed media collage works using recycled materials, vintage pieces, photographs and more. For information call (562) 567-4200Nov 14Ribbon Cutting & Open House @ Keller Williams Realty (16310 Whittier Blvd., Suite F) 4 p.m. FREE & open to the public! Enjoy refreshments and networking. For details call (562) 902-51002013 Good Scout Awards Dinner @ Radisson Hotel Whittier (7320 Greenleaf Ave.) 5:30 to 9 p.m. $150 per person. Honoring community advocates Larry & Jane Dicus and Santa Fe Springs Firefighter Chris Gardea. For more information please contact Anna Felcyn at [email protected] or call (213) 413-4400 ext. 325Nov 15Ribbon Cutting & Open House @ Berlin Blow Dry Bar (6548 Greenleaf Ave.) 1 p.m. FREE & open to the public! Enjoy refreshments and networking. Contact (562) 698-0245 for more informationDOOR 2 DOOR Flyers DUE @ Whittier Chamber office (8158 Painter Ave.). 4,500 fl yers must be dropped off to the Chamber no later than 5 p.m. with payment of $225. First-come, fi rst-served. Flyers to be distributed throughout Whittier on Friday, November 22nd. Sign up with Natalie at (562) 698-9554

Nov 16“Too Toxic to Trash” Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Roundup @ L.A. County Sheriff’s Dept. STAR Training Center (11515 S. Colima Rd., South Whittier) 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. FREE. Dispose of household hazardous waste and e-waste the right way! For more information call 1(800) 238-0172

Friends of La Serna 16th Annual 5K Run/Walk @ La Serna High School (15301 E. Youngwood Dr.) 6:15 a.m. registration; 7:30 a.m. race start. $35 for adults, $25 for students. Raffl e prizes, award baskets, commemorative t-shirts and refreshments will be provided. Call Gil at (909) 560-3083 for event details or email [email protected]

Nov 20Wake Up Whittier Monthly Networking Breakfast @ American Red Cross, Rio Hondo Chapter (6706 S. Friends Ave.) 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. FREE for Whittier Chamber members; $20 for non-members. Contact Natalie at (562) 698-9554 for more information

Nov 21Uptown Whittier’s Divine Healing Clinic @ First Christian Church Whittier (6355 S. Greenleaf Ave., Whittier) 7 to 9 p.m. Suggested donation $10. Another day has been added by request for this popular local event! To learn more call (917) 403-2134

Nov 22“W4” Art Show Opening Reception @ Parnell Park Community Center (15390 Lambert Rd.) 6 to 9 p.m. $10 for adults; $7 for senior citizens; $5 for students with school ID and children under 12 years. Sponsored by the Whittier Cultural Arts Foundation featuring prominent local artists and various media. For more information contact the Community Services Division at (562) 567-4200

Nov 23“W4” Art Show Continues @ Parnell Park Community Center (15390 Lambert Rd.) 12 noon to 7 p.m. $10 for adults; $7 for senior citizens; $5 for students with school ID and children under 12 years. Sponsored by the Whittier Cultural Arts Foundation featuring prominent local artists and various media. For more information contact the Community Services Division at (562) 567-4200

29th Annual Holiday Auction Fundraiser @ Friendly Hills Country Club (8500 S. Villaverde Dr.) 7 to 11:15 p.m. Advance reservations $20 per person; $25 after November 13th. All proceeds to benefi t children’s programs and services at Broadoaks School of Whittier College. Enjoy silent and voice auctions, hearty hors d’oeuvres, desserts and a no-host bar, raffl es and more. Call (562) 907-4250 or visit www.whittier.edu/broadoaks for more information

Nov 26Tasty Tuesday Networking Lunch @ Crepes & Grapes Cafe (6560 Greenleaf Ave.) 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. $10.00 for lunch (all-inclusive). Please join the Whittier Chamber for our monthly networking lunch the last Tuesday of each month. Tasty Tuesday is a great place to meet new business contacts, enjoy a delicious meal and support a local restaurant. For information contact Natalie Saenz at (562) 698-9554

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Every Monday: Pathways Support Group @ American Red Cross (6701 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 698-0304 for more information

Every Wednesday: Community Yoga Class @ Friends Chiropractic (6736 Friends Ave., Whittier), 6:30 p.m. Voluntary donations graciously accepted. Contact (562) 698-1275 for more information

November 1st through November 22nd: Whittier City Hall Lobby Art Exhibit @ Whittier City Hall Lobby (13230 Penn St, Whittier) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. FREE. Event features paintings by painter Nancy Gunther. For more information call (562) 567-9400

Through November: Canned Food Drive @ Whittier Place Senior Living (12315 Burgess Ave.) ALL DAY. Please drop off your canned food and non-perishable food in the container next to the front desk. Proceeds benefi t the food pantries of St. Paul of the Cross and Beatitudes of Our Lord. For more information call (562) 321-9401

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The American Red Cross Community Disaster Education (CDE) program is designed to help each community to be Red Cross Ready. The program educates individuals, employees and communities on how to prepare for emergencies and disasters.

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A new and exciting networking group has formed in Whittier! Business II Business Networking Whittier hosts regular meetings every Thursday from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Sage Restaurant & Lounge located at 6511 Greenleaf Avenue in Uptown Whittier. Breakfast is $10 per person. The group focuses on providing members with networking opportunities, business information on various topics, raffl ing off prizes and features weekly speakers. Business II Business is your sales force in securing referrals for your business.

In addition, Whittier Chamber of Commerce event participation is included with paid membership. Join and see for yourself how a dynamic group of business professionals work for the benefi t of each other as a whole. Bring plenty of business cards to share! Please contact Sharon Stys for more information on the Business II Business Networking Whittier at (562) 619-1770.

The Whittier Art Gallery’s eagerly-awaited annual show featuring 3-dimensional art including sculpture, ceramics, bas reliefs and jewelry will take place during the month of November, with a special reception on November 9th from 3 to 5 p.m. Also featured will be origami and assemblage. One of the celebrated local 3D artists is Gerry Heidenrich who took home four 1st place ribbons at this year’s LA County Fair. His work will be on display along with some 15 other prize winning artists.

Other Gallery happenings include a Monthly Life Drawing Group which meets the fi rst Friday of each month from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Gallery provides the model; the fee is $20. For more information please call John Williams at (951) 236-0862. The Whittier Art Gallery also runs a gift shop which features textiles, jewelry, cards, prints, paintings and more by the Gallery’s award winning members. Prices are deliberately kept low to enable the community to purchase fi ne art work at reasonable prices.

The WAA is a non profi t organization and memberships and donations to the Gallery are tax deductible. Visit the Whittier Art Association and Gallery at 8035 Painter Ave. anytime Wednesday through Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. For more information call (562) 698-8710.

Concert goers will enjoy a special treat when they attend the Rio Hondo Symphony’s admission-free “Will and Romance” concert at 3 p.m. on November 3rd, 2013 in the Vic Lopez Auditorium at Whittier High School.

The concert will combine the words of Shakespeare with the music of composers who found inspiration from them. Joining the 70-piece orchestra onstage will be four professional actors who will interpret scenes from the bard. They are Allan Hunt, Elizabeth Lauritsen, Linda Livingston and David Himes.

The orchestra will play music from Romeo and Juliet with Allan Hunt portraying Romeo and Elizabeth Lauritsen playing Juliet. Conductor and Music Director Kimo Furumoto will begin the second half of the concert

with Mendelssohn’s Wedding March from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Also on the program will be the Scherzo, as well as Nicolai’s The Merry Wives of Windsor Overture. The free performance will conclude with selections from Bernstein’s West Side Story, a modern version of Romeo and Juliet.

The concert is the second in the Rio Hondo Symphony’s 81st season of presenting four free concerts for the enjoyment of everyone in the community. Hundreds of individuals and businesses join the Rio Hondo Symphony to help pay for the free concerts. Send your donation for at least $25 to: RHSA, P.O. Box 495, Whittier CA 90608. Call (562) 698-8626 for the season brochure or visit the website at www.riohondosymphony.org.

Assistance League of Whittier (ALW) will host a “Carousel of Trees, Trinkets and Treasures” fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. December 1st, 2013, at the Friendly Hills Country Club in Whittier. In keeping with the group’s 60th anniversary of helping the people of Whittier, tickets will be $60.

During the evening, guests may participate in a silent auction featuring small Christmas decorations, gift baskets,

Women who serve as the primary wage earners for their families and seek fi nancial assistance to go back to school can now obtain applications for the Women’s Opportunity Awards online at www.SIWhittier.org under “What We Do,” or by contacting Robin De La Peña at (562) 833-4433 or by email to [email protected]. Completed applications must be returned to Soroptimist International of Whittier by December 15th.

Since 1972, the Soroptimist Women’s Opportunity Awards program has provided women who serve as the primary wage earners for their families with the fi nancial resources to offset costs associated with their efforts to attain higher education or additional skills and training. The award may be used for tuition, books, childcare, carfare or any other education-related expense. The Whittier club will provide a $6,000 cash grant to its award recipient(s), who will then advance to the Soroptimist Desert Coast Region level. The program culminates with three fi nalist $10,000 awards.

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The $60 tickets are available from Assistance League members or by sending a $60 check to: Assistance League, P.O. Box 467, Whittier 90607. For more information please call (562) 693-6533.

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the guidance and direct supervision of their highly trained coaches. What sets them apart from other CrossFit affi liates is their staff’s diversity in training methods. Their coaches’ athletic background includes Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Olympic weight lifting, gymnastics, team sports and triathlon training experience. More importantly, they put their members’ needs fi rst and have fun doing so. CrossFit trainer, Anthony Medina, is devoted to spreading the benefi ts of physical fi tness and superb nutrition to everyone that he encounters. Being someone that doesn’t settle for mediocrity, Anthony has enhanced his training regimen through Olympic weight lifting, competitive swimming and cycling. All have contributed to his love and success in CrossFit and the community they serve.

Livin’ Green Natural ProductsPatrick FitzgeraldWhittier, CA (562) 397-8465Pjfi [email protected]/pjfi tz46

Livin’ Green focuses on awareness, prevention, quality and fi tness. Whether by accidental poisoning or serious disease, the choices that we make in our homes regarding household products can have a deadly impact on long-term health for family members, especially our children. Mainstream cosmetics and personal care products contain about 50 known carcinogenic ingredients. There are better, safer and more cost-effective options for you and your family. It is recommended that taking high quality nutritional supplements will maintain optimal health. To make working out easier resulting in faster results, or if you are looking to lose weight, gain lean muscle or build muscle mass, Livin’ Green has your solution. The choices you make shopping can save money, your family’s health and their fragile environment.

Excellence Real Estate StoreJulio Bonilla14566 Whittier Blvd.Whittier, CA [email protected]

Julio Bonilla is a dedicated and successful real estate professional in Los Angeles County. His personal goal is to simplify the process of buying and selling real estate, and to satisfy everyone’s needs to the best of his ability. His extensive experience and proven track record are factors you can count on when working with Julio. He uses the latest technology to understand the current market and to make the connections necessary for his success. Julio’s website www.juliobonilla.com is just one of the many successful tools he uses to assist his clients in marketing their real estate.

Keller Williams RealtyJim Crotwell, Team Leader16310 Whittier Blvd.Whittier, CA 90603(562) [email protected]

Keller Williams Realty Inc. is the largest real estate franchise company in North America, with approximately 700 offi ces and 90,000 associates around the world. The company has grown exponentially since the opening of the fi rst Keller Williams Realty offi ce in 1983, and continues to cultivate an agent-centric, education-based, technology-driven culture that rewards associates as stakeholders. The company also provides specialized agents in luxury homes and commercial real estate properties. Keller Williams Realty was founded by Gary Keller and Joe Williams with the mission to build careers worth having, businesses worth owning and lives worth living® for its associates.

Mom’s ApparelKyle LeVierWhittier, CA (562) [email protected]

Mom’s Apparel provides custom apparel to teams, schools, churches and organizations in Southern California and beyond. They are focused on bringing the best in design and customer service. Contact Mom’s Apparel today to get your order started!

WYNK MarketingRaoul PascualWhittier, CA 90603(626) [email protected]

(562) 945-9638 13301 Philadelphia St. • Whittier, CA 90601

[email protected] • www.acroprinting.com

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