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COURIER photos/Steven Felschundneff Kierra Wright smiles as she receives her hood on Saturday from Dr. Sheldon Schuster, president of Keck Graduate Institute, during commencement at KGI in Claremont. Ms. Wright received a postdoctoral professional masters degree during the ceremony. All 8 Claremont colleges held commencement last week.
Artist Nijiko Bergh adds some color to one of her rosemaling plates at Pilgrim Places arts and crafts building.
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donors. Dont think this affects you? Think again. Just look at the favorable tax rates (15 percent) for venture capitalists and large investors, subsidies to big polluters and not one Wall Street executive jailed for nearly collapsing our economy in 2007 to 2009. These huge favors for the investor class happened at the same time that preschooling, public education, transportation infrastructure, underwater mortgages, incarceration rates, climate change and veterans backlogs have gotten worse. As a result of these policy choices, the middle-class, working and poor in America are losing the American Dream, while the very rich are doubling and redoubling their wealth. What amazes me is how nearly half of the otherwise-smart Americans actively vote for this slide into mediocrity to continue. They support lower taxes for the rich and disinvestment in programs that grow the middle-class. Even modest proposals to regulate banking, educate more of our children, make the total tax rate for billionaires closer to yours, fix our roads, or do anything to avoid global warming are rejected as socialism or too radical. Our kids and grandkids will rightly ask, Why did you pile up this debt to benefit the very rich while refusing to act on the issues that affect our futures? Well, children, we allow corruption of our own.
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Dear Editor: Recently, Claremont Unified School District received a remarkable gift from a generous anonymous donor. The gift is a piece of art that is now hanging in the lobby of the district office. Designed by Dr. Ken Johnson and executed by students with special needs in Molly Goodreaus class at Claremont High School, the art was first seen by our donor at the Fairplex ArtReach show in March. Believing it should be seen by a wider audience, he started the process to bring the art to the district office for permanent installation. I would like to take this opportunity to publicly thank the generous and thoughtful donor. Not only did he fund this project, he brought a sense of pride and accomplishment to a group of wonderful students. They are gifted young people who have found a voice in this art. I would like to invite and encourage the community to visit the district office and see this wonderful, 3-dimensional work of art. It now hangs on the wall of the lobby of the District Office at 170 W. San Jose Ave., and it makes me smile every time I see it.
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CITY NEWS
Pomona College maps out plans for laboratory renovation
he students may have gone home for the summer, but the work is just getting started at Pomona College. School administrators are preparing for a summer of construction preparations with the demolition and renovation of the schools longstanding Millikan Laboratory, one of Pomona Colleges oldest academic buildings to remain standing.
Millikan Laboratorylocated on College Avenue between Sixth and Seventh Streetswas built in 1958 as a segment of the greater Seaver Science Center. The facility was designed as part of the colleges mission to offer unparalleled scientific instruction for undergraduates, according to college history. Now, as Pomona officials look to maintain the schools standard of scientific expertise, the college seeks to change it up once again. Millikan Laboratory, the final piece of the colleges science center renovation, will be leveled this fall as the college looks to replace the current facility with a slightly larger, 7500-square-foot science center, equipped with a planetarium, machine shopsfor welding, woodworking, etc.a computer lab, teaching spaces, faculty offices, outdoor and indoor labs, administrative offices, student lounges and storage space to spare. Approval of the Millikan lab demolition was given by the architectural commission last week and completes the last major piece of the science district improvements that began in the 1990s with the Seaver Hall North renovation. The new Millikan will provide improved spaces for both the math and physics department, giving them a state-of-the-art teaching and research facility more in line with current teaching and technological requirements, explained Andrea Romella, assistant director of Planning & Project Management for Pomona Colleges Facilities and Campus Services. Beyond im-
COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff Pomona College plans to demolish and replace the Robert A. Millikan Laboratory, originally built in 1958, on the corner of Sixth Street and College Avenue in Claremont.
proving the current program, the building will have more interactive spaces...to foster interaction and collaboration. Unlike the simple brown box structure of Millikan Laboratory as it currently exists, the new building will be set slightly back to include a patio/entry area and a large classroom on the bottom floor. The top will be a large dome as part of the upstairs planetarium. Despite the changes, the building will retain cast-in-place concrete and incorporate masonry design elements to mimic some of the older buildings on campus. Breaking down and building up the Millikan Laboratory was not a quick decision for the staff of Pomona Colleges Facilities and Campus Services. Millikan has been slated for renovation as part of the schools capital plan for years, according to Ms. Ramella. Officials tried to find a way to keep
the building early in the process, but because of the narrow footprint and lack of space to build the structural upgrades needed to modernize the facility, a simple renovation was inadequate, according to Ms. Romella. After several years of reviews in collaboration with Claremont Heritage and other city groups, though the building will not be saved, David Shearer, Heritages executive director, says the groups have come to a design all can agree with. In fact, he believes the new building will actually enhance the other pieces of architecture in that area. There were a lot of changes to make [Millikan] much more classical in intent, so even though the original building is something of a historical masterpiece, the changes to the new building are going to be an overall improvement to the look and feel of the campus, Mr. Shearer said. The new building will especially
complement Andrew Hall, which was attached to the rear of Millikan Laboratory in 1999, Mr. Shearer commented further. It looks like it was slapped on, he said. The renovation will make the buildings much more consistent. Andrew Hall will get a makeover of its own, including both interior and exterior renovations. While Millikan, on the other hand, is going the way of Claremont Inn, certain historical features of the building will be saved, such as the labs iconic steel atomic symbol, fixed to the front of the current building. Officials expect to complete the permit process over the summer and plan to bring over the bulldozer as students return in the fall. The project is expected to be complete and ready for the first day of classes in fall 2015.
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City officials travel to DC to champion local interests
laremont officials recently made good on 2 longstanding local aims: leaving the homestead and traveling all the way to the nations capital to do so.
Councilmembers Larry Schroeder and Sam Pedroza journeyed to Washington, DC earlier this month to meet with federal legislators in hopes of strategizing on ways to garner federal funding for local needs. Over a 2-day period, the council members, along with other members of the city government, made their way to meetings with US Senators Barbara Boxer and Dianne Feinstein and Congresswoman Judy Chu, as well as with members of the US Department of Justice,
Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and the US Administration on Aging. Among the topics of discussion, the council members brought with them 2 particular areas of focus for the city of Claremontexpansions at the Joslyn Senior Center and Claremont Police Department. The council members latest DC trip was the first excursion to the nations capital in recent council history, apart from the annual Congressional Cities Conference typically held in early March. They decided to make the trip late this year to allow for more one-on-one time with elected officials apart from the hordes that flood legislative offices during the conference, according to Mr. Pedroza. The strategy worked in their favor.
Ultimately the success depends on the funding we receive, but we were able to get advice on how to make use of our success stories to craft ways to make use of the funding available, Mr. Pedroza noted. Local officials have had to resort to a game of strategy for financing city services in recent years as funds for special projects, referred to as earmarks, have dried up. This latest trip played a part in their strategy. [Legislators] have their own way of looking at projects and our goal is always to try to make sure that our projects and what we are working on matches what they are doing, Mr. Pedroza explained. Back in the day
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CITY NEWS
CMC student dies one day before his brothers college graduation
s the Mirza family prepared to celebrate the graduation of their oldest son from Claremont McKenna College this weekend, they were faced with an unspeakable tragedythe unexpected death of their youngest son, CMC sophomore Ali Mirza, who was pronounced dead just 24 hours before his older brothers college graduation. The boys parents were in town for the commencement.
The call came in to Claremont police at almost 1 a.m. on Friday, May 17. Police found Mr. Mirza, a 19-yearold from Westport, Connecticut, unresponsive at his college dormitory off Sixth Street. He was transported to Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead by medical officials. On Friday, Akbar, Mr. Mirzas older brother, posted a
link on his younger brothers Facebook page sharing a music video, Most Beautiful Azan by Manour Zahrani. I would like to share this with everyone, Akbar wrote. One of the most beautiful sounds Ali and I have found. We always talked about how great it was. Please enjoy it and remember him always. Thank you so much for your support everyone. The Los Angeles County coroner has not confirmed the cause of death, however, whippetssmall canisters used for inhaling nitrous oxidewere found near Mr. Mirzas body, suggesting that huffing was involved, according to Claremont police. Nitrous oxide, also referred to as laughing gas, is often mixed with oxygen and administered through a mask by a medical official or dentist for procedures. However, when the gas is inhaled through a canister, oxygen is cut off from the brain, creating the potential for dangerous side effects and even death, according to Claremont Lieutenant Mike Ciszek. There is such an immediate high. People dont think
its big a deal, but they dont realize how dangerous it is, Lt. Ciszek explained. You are depriving the body of the oxygen it needs. If you inhale too much, your body just shuts down. Mr. Mirza, a media studies major, was known among friends for his outgoing nature and genuine spirit, as well as his active involvement. An avid volleyball player at his alma mater, Staples High School in Connecticut, Mr. Mirza served as the score manager for the womens volleyball at CMC. He was also a former staff editor for a fitness radio station near his hometown in Connecticut and a dedicated DJ/music mixer. Though a funeral service has not been announced, friends and family shared fond memories and parting words of a man they say exuded perpetual warmth. We lived lives with separate interests, friends and memories, yet you always remembered to reconnect, enlighten me about the ease of love, life, mac n cheese and music, one friend wrote. You remained one of my most treasured friends. Beth Hartnett
Community watch group to donate funds to help fund purchase of second police dog
he Claremont Police Department is looking to add a second police pooch to its ranks, and a local group is stepping in to help.
At a gathering held last Saturday, Keeping Good in the Neighborhood (KGNH)a community watch group serving a portion of the north Claremont community announced it will give its 2013 donations to the Claremont police forces K-9 fund. Police personnel, KGNH neighbors and their 4-legged companions gathered in the shade of Higginbotham Park for the announcement. To date, KGNH has donated more than $8000 to local charities and organizations. This years proceeds will be used toward purchasing a dual-purpose K-9, trained for both patrol, drug detection and hopefully tracking, added Detective Robert Ewing of the Claremont Police Officers Association. The CPOA looks to add to the police forces one-dog K-9 team, currently composed of Dodger, a oneyear-old British lab that joined the force at the beginning
of the year. Adding Dodger to the Claremont police team was a costly venture, nearly $10,000, funded by grant money and community donations. A second dog would likely cost the same amount, according to Det. Ewing, thankful for the watch groups pledged support. [KGNH] already gives back to the neighborhood quite a bit. Its great that we can partner with them to continue make the city a safer place, Det. Ewing said. Some neighbors first came together over hot dogs and potato salad at a neighborhood potluck 6 years ago. Betty Crocker turned chitchat over neighborhood crime into action with the formation of KGNH. In partnership with the Claremont Police Department, the community watch group encourages residents to build relations and have a hand in keeping neighborhoods safe. KGNH continues to promote its cause with an annual street fair, this year to be held on September 7. Theyve long surpassed the simple potluck staples, expanding their celebration to include food trucks, live music and a classic car show. Keeping the momentum going, KGNH ex-
panded in its third year to include a raffle with proceeds benefiting a local group, chosen by KGNH neighbors. Previously sponsored groups include the Inland Valley Humane Society, the Claremont High School Theatre Project and The Be Perfect Foundation. With this years beneficiary, the Claremont Police Department, KGNHs efforts go back to the organizations roots. CPD has been our number-one partner, hands down. From the chief on down to calling dispatch, they are so incredibly available for anything we need whether its us calling or them, said Ms. Crocker. Its great that we can give back to them in a meaningful way. KGNH continues to look for ways to extend its reach, this time by helping other Claremont residents get their own community watch group started. A KGNH-sponsored leadership summit and breakfast will take place on Saturday, June 8 from 9 to 11 a.m. at 2200 Villa Maria Rd., Claremont. The event is free and open to the public. RSVP to therealbetty@aol.com. For more on KGNH, visit www.KGNH.net. Beth Hartnett
Thursday, May 16 Too much sushi and booze inhibited a minors slick getaway plan Thursday night. An officer was undercover at Sushi Cruise, 962 Foothill Blvd., when he spotted 2 customers who appeared to be drinking underage. Instead of turning over his drivers license, one of the minors decided to make a run for it, according to Lieutenant Mike Ciszek. He didnt make it very far and was arrested for resisting an officer, as well as the underage drinking offense. The other, learning from his friends example, surrendered to the officer, only receiving a citation. The owner of Sushi Cruise was also cited for selling alcohol to minors.
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Saturday, May 18 A little soap and water wouldnt have been enough to hide the evidence stacked against 42-year-old Sonya Vest of Chino. Ms. Vest was caught at the car wash near Towne and Foothill on Saturday afternoon in possession of a stolen vehicle. The stolen car ended up being only one of several problems for Ms. Vest. Inside the stolen car were a series of stolen paperwork and fraudulent checks. Ms. Vest was arrested. The vehicle was taken away without the car wash. Sunday, May 19 Anthony Herrera, 21, of Pomona was spotted embracing his father in the 400 block of South Indian Hill, but it wasnt the bear hug it sounds like. Mr. Herreras father claims he was trying to calm down his son after he started acting up, according to Lt. Ciszek. The fathers attempt ended with the pair in a wrestling match. When officers arrived, the younger Mr. Herrera allegedly began cursing and yelling, all while staggering and stumbling around. He was arrested for being drunk and disorderly. ****
Restricted parking on Via Santa Catarina wasnt the only reason for questioning a suspicious car parked early Sunday morning. The car had 2 wheels up on the curb and its driver, 28-year-old James Trujillo of Rancho Cucamonga, was fast asleep in the front seat. Mr. Trujillo continued slumber behind bars, arrested for driving under the influence. **** The Boy Scouts of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1700 N. Towne Ave., will need to find some new camping gear before heading out into the wilderness this summer. Sometime between May 14 and May 19, a padlock for a storage container on the southeast side of the church was broken and the container ransacked, according to Lt. Ciszek. The boy scouts tent and Dutch oven were carted off. There are no suspects. Tuesday, May 2 Beware of burglars with swords. Four shiny steel swords, 36-inch and 20-inch in length, were carted away from the Sekai Academy, 859 W. Foothill Boulevard, in the city of Claremonts latest smash-and-grab burglary. Suspects entered the business sometime between Monday, May 20 at 8 p.m.
Friday, May 17 The Claremont Packing House was targeted in an early Friday morning burglary. Around 4 a.m., an ATM machine was stolen from the Packing House lobby adjacent to the Hip Kitty, according to police. While no suspects have been found, parts of the machine have been located and will be dusted for prints, according to Lt. Ciszek. Investigation is ongoing.
and 11:30 a.m. the following day by smashing a front glass window with a rock. A duffle bag with karate equipment was taken away along with the steel swords. There is no suspect information at this time. Any information regarding this crime should be reported to the Claremont Police Department at 399-5411. **** The circumstances may have been strange, but a local landscaper who fell prey to theft Tuesday morning can at least be happy with the outcome. The landscaper was hard at work in the 2700 block of Westfield Place on Tuesday morning when he noticed his truck was missing. While the truck was recovered several streets down, the landscaper was not so lucky with his gardening tools, all of which had been taken out of the back of his truck. Through follow-up investigation, police were able to locate a suspect. The suspect was contacted but claimed the theft was actually the handiwork of a roommate, so police temporarily left the residence, according to Lt. Ciszek. Coincidentally, the landscapers gardening tools were found left in the yard of the Westfield Place residence the next day.
EDUCATION
Team player Kegans takes Teacher of the Year honors
sk El Roble physical education teacher Terri Kegans, who helps run her familys longstanding Ducey Swim School and is an incorrigible volunteer, how she does it all. Her answer is emphatic: teamwork.
Its true that Ms. Kegans relies heavily on her fellow PE teachers, who exemplify the camaraderie that prompted the California Department of Education to name El Roble Intermediate School a 2013 California Distinguished School. However, Ms. Kegans individual effortswhich include chairing the El Roble PE department and instituting the schools junior lifeguard program and swim and water polo clubs (again, she insists, with plenty of help)stand out enough that she has been named the Claremont Unified School Districts 2013-2014 Teacher of the Year. Typically, a winning educator is lured to a school board meeting under an elaborate ruse in order to ensure opTEACHER OF THE YEAR continues on page 8
COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff El Roble physical education teacher Terri Kegans, center, smiles as she is named 2013 CUSD Teacher of the Year during last weeks CUSD Board of Education meeting.
Service Center auction looms; San Antonio likely replacement site
ith the auction of the Claremont Unified School Districts current Service Center property approaching on Wednesday, May 29, the district is continuing its efforts to plan the perfect replacement for its center of operations.
The auction, which is open to the public, will take place at 11 a.m. in the board room of the Richard S. Kirkendall Education Center, located at 170 W. San Jose Ave. Several weeks ago, Service Center Director Rick Cota submitted a proposal to the school board and the CUSD community at large, suggesting that the San Antonio High School campus, the site of Claremonts continuation and community day schools, would be a viable site for the new center. A few community members, plus CUSD board members Sam Mowbray and Hilary LaConte, expressed concern that such a placement would be detrimental to San Antonio students by impinging on beneficial open space. Mr. Cota, however, has emphasized that the new Service Center could be significantly streamlined. The current Service Center, located at 700 Base Line Rd., is comprised of a 21,000-square-foot facility on a nearly 144,000-foot property. The center Mr. Cota has envisioned would be 6000 feet of building space on 30,000 feet of land. The reason for the downsizing? As Bob Dylan once sang, Times, they are a-changing. Once, the district employed its own fleet of buses and their associated mechanics. Now, the buses used for occasional field trips are rented. The district used to have its own landscapers with their own equipment. Upkeep of CUSD grounds is now outsourced. The district used to order school supplies in bulk and store them in a warehouse at the Service Center. Now, supplies are ordered as needed with the click of a button, and delivered directly to the appropriate school site. An architectural firm hired to assess the best site for a new Service Center, and to weigh some of the districts options with regards to its construction, has echoed Mr.
Cotas findings with regards to location. At the May 17 board meeting, Jim Moreto and David Mathison, representatives of Flewelling and Moody Architects, presented a PowerPoint overview of the Relocation Plan for the District Service Center Operations. They showed elevations depicting potential layouts for a center located at the San Antonio High School campus (125 W. San Jose Ave.), including a street view of the hypothetical facility. They gave a real good idea so that any layman from the community could say, Oh, yeah I know exactly what this will look like, Mr. Cota said. The proposed plan is estimated to cost approximately $1.4 million, including all site work, building, mechanical and plumbing costs. It is anticipated that funding would be provided from the proceeds of the sale of the existing Service Center property, for which the district is asking $7 million. The district, Mr. Cota noted, will have the right to accept or reject a conforming bid as it sees fit. There was no comment from the public, but the board held extensive discussion and made recommendations. The board, which has emphasized that it wants to make sure any and all options for placement be considered, urged Mr. Cota and his team to aim for fiscal responsibility throughout the relocation and construction process. They also expressed their hope that, should a Service Center be built at SAHS, its physical footprint be as small as possible. Mr. Cota said the district would aim to go beyond minimizing the impact. This has to be something that is seamless, Mr. Cota said. The district doesnt just want to throw a building on the school. We will want it to look like it is part of the school. We would want to provide an extra benefit to the kids at San Antonio, and perhaps even enhance existing facilities, he continued. There could also be a tie-in to locating the Service Center at San Antonio with regards to the career technical education (CTE) program. This could potentially be a learning experience [for students interested in becoming] plumbers, electricians and carpenters.
Selling the current property while it is still occupied may seem a bit risky. However, because of the lengthy process intrinsic to any large real estate endeavor its not quite the close shave it may appear, Mr. Cota said. Construction of a new center is expected to take 45 weeks, give or take, according to Mr. Cota. For a party who purchases the property to go through escrow and then pass the various hurdles required to embark on constructionproject approval by the city, environmental impact report, etc.would take significantly longer, anywhere from one to 2 years. The district, which adopted a sustainability policy a few years ago, will look at all possible ways that sustainable processes, building materials and landscaping can be used during the construction of the new Service Center. While they are not writing environmentallyfriendly measures like the installation of solar planes into the construction budget, CUSD will look at grants and partnerships that may help fund such features. In recent years, the district has relied on Ralph Patterson, Energy Education specialist for the district, to make such connections. Energy Education is a leading behavioral and people-focused energy conservation company which, in its first 9 months of cooperation with CUSD alone, saved the district $119,274 through energy conservation and management. Mr. Patterson has just finished overseeing a project, completely funded by Southern California Edison, in which all the lights and ballasts in the district were retrofitted to reflect new, green technology. Sensors were also placed in rooms that will turn lights off automatically when they arent being used. Along with lessening the districts carbon footprint, the changes will save CUSD in energy costs, Mr. Cota said. The next step for the architects is to take the boards recommendations and continue to refine their plan for the relocation. The public meeting and bid will be held on Wednesday, May 29 at 11 a.m. in the board room of the Kirkendall Education Center, located at 170 W. San Jose Ave. in Claremont. Sarah Torribio
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When travel plans get a surprise

by Jan Wheatcroft
y friend Barbara and I decided that a country break was just what we needed; a good getaway to somewhere close enough so as not to spend too much time driving there. We just wanted to be in another place for a day or 2.
Barbara chose the inn/motel where we stayed, The Blue Iguana, a Spanish-style place slightly outside of the center of town with comfortable rooms and a lush garden of flowers. We put our feet up and talked for a while before heading out to Susannes, a fancy restaurant with really good food. It was lovely to sit on the patio with a glass of Prosecco, all bubbly, and enjoy the colorful spring flowers in the garden and eat well. Raw oysters to begin with, yum. We finished the meal by sharing a sinfully rich ice cream concoction, a fancy lady hairdo of dark coffee ice cream, Kaluha, chocolate sauce, crunchy bits and puffs of whipped cream. The next morning began at an unrushed pace with lounging and chatting and then the breakfast offered by the hotel. We drove into town after packing up the car and had a latte at a local coffee house I had discovered before. Then a walk around the center of town and a meander over to the large open air bookstore, Barts Books. It is filled with an enormous selection of used books and we had fun browsing for a while. We then jumped into our chariot, the blue VW Beetle, determined to find the Beatrice Woods Center for the Arts. I had been there before for an art exhibit and remembered it was up the side road leading to the Happy Valley School. However, I didnt know that the name of the school had been changed, so the road was now labeled differently. We passed it while driving on the Ojai/Santa Paula Road. It was a lovely drive through horse and alpaca properties, full of oaks and rolling hills, and although we enjoyed the ride, we realized we had gone too far. After searching through through a tourist magazine to find the address and driving there, we learned it was not open until the weekend. We turned around slowly in the driveway and, sticking the cars nose out, began to inch our way out into the highway. A car came around the bend and Barbara stopped at the same time. The driver thought we would go forward. The car came aiming straight for our car. It felt like I was watching it
I had talked about Ojai so much that she wanted to explore those open rolling hills, oak-lined valleys and an arty town. For me, it was especially pleasantshe drove and I was chauffeured. We left at 6 a.m. hoping to beat the traffic. There is almost no time when one can just sail along our freeways anymore. If trucks arent gobbling up all of the lanes, the rest is being filled with others trying to get away, just as we were. It always ends up to be a lose-lose situation. And then it rained. It always seems to rain when we go away. The blue skies appeared as we got closer to Santa Barbara, and we relaxed. We did our early morning traditional things. First, a gourmet breakfast at a Danish-style restaurant and then a few hours of trying on clothes and browsing at a favorite shop very much worth the drive. With these essentials out of the way, we could plan our afternoon of exploring the area. We drove out the back roads, through the rolling hills to Solvang, a very touristy, fake Danish community, that has a weaving store where I get my warping linen. With the linen bought, we wandered around until we found a place for a fishy snack of Danish-style creamed herring and rye bread. This is a sneaky treat for me, as it is not good for people with gouty feet. However, I love it and it was a treat day. A leisurely drive brought us back to the Santa Barbara area and we hooked up with another back road and lovely scenery taking us to Ojai. I like Ojai. It is a small oasis nestled behind the hustle of the coast, where good schools exist in a rather up market town geared for tourists at a leisurely pace. As far as the locals gobesides the monied crowdthere is a layer of laid back hippy types and a good arty set with quite a few opportunities to study and take art classes of all types. There are nice shops with good clothes and crafts and high prices. There are a few spas and some good restaurants all in a very relaxed atmosphere. I enjoyed my stay there a few months ago when I came up to do a weeks printing class.
in slow motion. I kept thinking he would surely stop. I could see his facemouth openedgetting closer and closer and then there was a bang and crunch as he hit us, right at the drivers door. It was a scary jolt. Luckily no one was hurt, just our car, really. Barbara was able to drive over to the side of the road, but once the car went into park, it would not move. The man jumped out and he was concerned and kind. I rather thought he might be angry but that was not the case. After a lot of deep breaths, and some calming down we began the process of contacting the proper people: the police (9-1-1), and AAA. The police came, 2 nice gentlemen wearing protective vests who took down all the necessary information and checked out both cars. Barbara called AAA and it was good that she had a policy with towing for up to 200 miles. After an hour wait, the tow truck came from Santa Paula and the sadly crunched up blue Beetle was hauled up onto the back of the tow truck. The police stayed until we were safely perched in the trucks cabin, not leaving us alone on the road. We couldnt have had a nicer driver. He drove us right to Barbaras home via all back roads until we came to the 5 freeway, giving us a guided tour of Santa Paula, Lompoc and all the history of the area, mountains, water problems, changing agriculture over the years, his favorite Mexican restaurant, the best areas to live in, and tourist sites. We also learned about his family, as well as his own personal history. It was if we were in a foreign country and having a tourist experience while bumping along in a rattling tow truck that generously made bathroom stops as often as we needed them. Two hours later he dropped us at Barbaras parking lot and gently unhinged the Beetle to its resting spot for the night. This was, of course, an unplanned ending to such a relaxing 2 days where we had most enjoyably indulged ourselves. As accidents go, this one was not a horrible experience on the personal level. All of the people involved were kind, friendly and very helpful. Even though is was scary and potentially dangerous we were very lucky that the only sufferer was the car. In the end, Barbaras insurance felt the car was not worth fixing and so she will eventually get a replacement car. This experience causes one to be extra alert on the road and to make sure to wear seat belts (which we had been wearing). It also makes one aware of every day and to feel glad to be alive and enjoying the preciousness of life.
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READERS COMMENTS
The longer the city fails to settle this dispute and makes claims that are not supported by the facts, the more this will cost every citizen of Claremont when a jury decides against Claremont and awards the owners of Pizza N Such not only their original parking money back, but damages as well. The message from the citizens to the Claremont should be loud and clear wake up! Peter L. Coye
Claremont
City should settle with Pizza N Such

Dear Editor: In recent weeks, I have followed the saga of a favorite Claremont eatery Pizza N Suchand the development of parking in the Village. It seems that the owners of Pizza N Such attempted to follow the rules when it comes to Village development and parking. The expansion of Pizza N Such triggered a need for more parking in the Village and the rules called for the owners to come up with the money for this development and, in turn, the city agreed to spend the money in the Village not the West Village. As we know, parking in the Claremont Village has become a real headache for everyone, so following the rules when it comes to parking is in everyones interest. I have been a resident of Claremont for 35 years and have never seen the city act so capriciously. The guidelines for spending the money the owners of Pizza N Such (Mike and Sue Verbal) forked over to the city were pretty clearit had to be spent in the Village for parking development. Any other use of the money was forbidden, and unfair. Yet for some reason, the city decided to spend the parking money on whatever it liked, and didnt follow the rules. It seems to me that the Verbals have a very good case against the city. Further attempts to re-imagine past errors will only cost the city of Claremont more and more of our taxpayer money. Do the citizens of Claremont really want our elected officials treating Village merchants in this off-hand manner? Isnt following the rules what Claremont is all about? How does violating a contract with a business, which has been a favorite of thousands of Claremonters, square with Claremont values? This entire episode is likely to embarrass the city manager, the mayor, the city council and all elected officials associated with Claremont, unless it is settled now.
to cover the cost of the benefits they receive. (New York Times/March 27, 2006) Open immigration cant exist with a strong social safety net. If you are going to assure health care and a decent income to everyone, you cant make that offer global. (New York Times/April 26, 2010).
Minor Collinsworth Claremont
avoided jumping to conclusions. Nevertheless, according to the Washington Post, immediately after the attack, the president used the phrase act of terror 3 times in public statements. With Congress approval ratings in the dumps, and with the American public turning against Republican intolerance and obstruction, Republicans in Congress are grasping at straws. They would rather smear the president and the state department than repair their own reputation by voting the way the majority of the public wants, even when its a 90 percent majority, as it is on background checks for gun sales.
Bob Gerecke Claremont
S 744 and the social safety net

Dear Editor: Ellen Taylors letter says nothing about the effect of S 744 on low-skilled, lowpaid American workers or its effect on the US social safety net [COURIER, May 17]. The premise of Comprehensive Immigration Reform is that the US needs more foreign workers and would benefit from an increase in immigration. That assumption is questionable. Here is what liberal economist Paul Krugman has written on this matter: Its intellectually dishonest to saythat immigrants do jobs that Americans will not do. The willingness of Americans to do a job depends on how much that job paysand the reason some jobs pay too little to attract native-born Americans is competition from poorly paid immigrants. (New York Times/ March 27, 2006). ...while immigration may have raised overall income slightly, many of the worst off native-born Americans are hurt by immigrationespecially immigration from Mexico. Because Mexican immigrants have much less education than the average American worker, they increase the supply of less-skilled labor, driving down the wages of the worst paid Americans. (New York Times/March 27, 2006). Basic decency requires that we provide immigrants, once theyre here, with essential health care, education for their children, and more. Unfortunately, lowskill immigrants dont pay enough taxes
Grasping at straws
Dear Editor: House Republicans are again holding staged hearings about the attack on the US consulate in Benghazi, Libya. The Benghazi attack was not unusual: 13 such events happened while George W. Bush was president. Approximately 100 people were killed in those attacks on our embassies and consulates, and many others were injured. Where was the Republican indignation over those events? Why didnt they condemn Bush for not providing enough military forces to repel the attackers? They now try to blame the Obama administration for inadequate security, although they cut the state departments budget. They also allege that his administration intentionally lied about who the attackers were. Remember that on the very same night, our embassies and consulates were being attacked in several Muslim countries because of outrage at the slander of Mohammed by an American Muslim-hating film maker. It took a while to figure out who the Benghazi attackers were, and government agencies
Well-regulated militas
Dear Editor: Regarding gun control, all I hear is constant blether about the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. How come no one speaks about a well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state? The only well-regulated militias I know of here are the National Guard and several well-armed and well-trained patriot groups. In Switzerland, the government issues rifles to all able-bodied males who then serve as that countrys militia and maintain its security. If the gun nuts want to consider themselves a militia, then they should expect to be well-regulated, which would include training and thorough background checks. I dont see how any thinking congressperson could interpret Article II of the Bill of Rights any differently.
Kenneth E. Hunter Claremont
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timum surprise when their name is announced as Teacher of the Year. In Ms. Kegans case, little subterfuge was needed. A perennial team player, she had already planned to head to the Thursday, May 16 gathering to join her colleagues in cheering as the board recognized El Robles Distinguished School standing. Her own award-winning status only began to dawn on her when the description of the Teacher of the Year, delivered by Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Kevin Ward, began to echo her own biography. It was a complete surprise, Ms. Kegans said of the moment she was called to the front of the board room to accept her award, joined by her proud family. While she may have been caught off guard, the El Roble community has resoundingly applauded her selection. Ms. Kegans first joined CUSD in 1985, team teaching a combination fourth/fifth grade class at Vista del Valle Elementary. She took a few years off when her children were born and then, when she was ready to get back to work, she received a hot tip that a position teaching PE at El Roble was open. Experience on the pool deck was considered a decided plus, so Ms. Kegans was an ideal candidate. She took the position in 1992, job-sharing the position for a number of years with PE teacher Debbie Foster, a set-up that allowed Ms. Kegans to volunteer a couple days a week in her kids classrooms. Then, in 2004, she began working full time. From the start, Ms. Kegans has thrown herself into countless programs aimed at making El Roble students fit and well-rounded, including helping coordinate the schools annual Bike-A-Thon, a philanthropic effort that has seen the students raise thousands of dollars over the years for the Red Cross. (With the local Red Cross chapter now closed, the teens biked to benefit a local homeless shelter this year). She volunteers after school teaches students who have never been in a pool before how to swim so that they can join their friends at pool parties and generally become more secure and confident. In junior high, its very embarrassing not to be able to swim. These lessons are private, not in front of their peers, Ms. Kegans said. Her goal is not only to get the kids swimming so they can dive in with their peers but to get their skills strong enough that they can supervise others, such as babysitting charges. Ms. Kegans is so adept at cultivating kids lifesaving skills that she counts among her former students a real-life hero. Robin Solas, a student who had taken Ms. Kegans Junior Lifeguard course, had agreed to lifeguard for a group of 3-year-olds at a childrens party. She did great, Ms. Kegans said. After the kids left the pool and a man playfully knocked a friend, who wasnt a strong swimmer, into the pool. As the man began to climb out, the joker and another bystander left the scene, perhaps in search for a towel he could use to dry off. Unbeknownst to them, the man hit his head in the process and never left the pool. The adults seemed paralyzed by the crisis, but Robin, who was then 13, sprang into action. She retrieved the man from the pool, opened his airway and performed CPR until paramedics arrived. He spent 3 days in the hospital with no brain activity but eventually made a full recovery. The EMTs told the girl that he would certainly have died without her efforts. Later that year, Robin was awarded the Junior Claremont Community Hero Award at the LA County Fair. Ms. Kegans wants her students to learn to be wary and prepared, because every year you hear of families who fall prey to torrential waters, even in places like the LA River. The problem, according to Ms. Kegans? They dont understand the famous quote by Commodore Wilbert E. Longfellow, founder of the Red Cross: Water can be your best friend or a deadly enemy. It is a lesson that Ms. Kegans has learned firsthand.
COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff Co-workers from El Roble Intermediate School show off their custom tee shirts emblazoned with a photo of Terri Kegans, who was named CUSD Teacher of the Year last week at the Board of Education meeting.
She grew up in Claremont in a water- and sports-loving family. Her father, Ted Ducey, was a basketball coach at Claremont McKenna College and the founder of the Ducey Swim School which, since 1973, has operated out of The Claremont Club. Mr. Ducey made sure all 6 of his children exercised regularly and worked on the pool deck at the swim school. We learned how to have patience with children and learned to help run the busineness. He made sure we all felt important, Ms. Kegans said. When Ms. Kegans, a 1977 Claremont High School graduate, was 15, tragedy struck. Her family was out on the Colorado River, helping to build a fishing retreat for her grandparents, when a flash flood blew through the canyon. She and her mother and brother, who was in sixth grade, were saved after a harrowing close-call. Mr. Ducey, who was last seen helping other flood victims, was among the 10 people who died that day. His body was never found. The remaining Duceys were taken under the wing of the Red Cross, who took the family to Boulder, Nevada, some 40 miles away. The family was pretty beat up, with cuts and abrasions from the flood debris, so the Red Cross sent them to the hospital. When they were deemed well enough to leave, the Red Cross put them up in a hotel until family could arrive. They took care of us, Ms. Kegans said simply. Ever since that experience, Ms. Kegans has devoted hours of volunteering to the Red Cross and, in general, has had a passion for giving back. My father and mother have been very influential in my life, she said. They both valued education and had strong work ethics and integrity. Family came firstthey modeled dedication, compassion and friendship. These were lessons that helped Ms. Kegans as she moved on in her life, graduating from Citrus College and the University of Arizona with a degree in teaching and a minor in physical education. She married a fellow CHS alum Scott Kegans, owner of A&B Electric, and they have gone on to have 3 children: Kylie, 27, Resse, 25, and Dylan, 18. This summer, she will join some 100 relatives camping at Lake Powell, the 51st year of this delightful family tradition. She has remained a driving force at the Ducey Swim School and, of course, at El Roble, a job that has brought her endless pleasure. Teaching junior high kids is fabulous. They come in like preschoolers, Ms. Kegan said. They want to learn it all, to do it all. They want to be independent,
but they still know they need guidelines. Theyre curious, theyre clever, theyre happy. Along with curriculum highlights like helping to organize the El Roble Olympics, Ms. Kegan shared that the accomplishment that has made her most happy is helping to bring a state-of-the-art gymnasium to Claremont. When Ms. Kegans came to El Roble, the school was sadly lacking in the area of athletic facilities. On hot days, we sat under the Sycamore trees and used the hose bib to cool down, she laughed. On rainy days, we went into the locker room and youd have 100 girls on one side and 100 boys on the other and wed play sit-down volleyball. Then, more than a dozen years ago, a perfect storm convened to help bring a gym, complete with a fitness lab, to the local junior high. While attending a conference in San Diego, the El Roble PE staff visited an Olympic training site. On the site, there was a sign that said, Future gymnasium site. They posed in front of the auspicious sign and put it on the office door of then-principal Eric Andrews. In 2000, Measure Y came up on the ballot, asking voters to authorize CUSD to issue up to $48 million in general obligation bonds. El Roble faculty set to work, manning phone banks and generally promoting the measure, while an ad hoc committee, with Ms. Kegans among their ranks, planned a dream facility. When the Measure Y passed, the dream became a reality. When a snafu threatened to leave the fitness lab without equipment, she helped to organize a fundraiser (yes, with the help of her team, as well as generous community members) at the Candlelight Pavilion, a dinner and performance of Nunsense that netted the fitness lab boosters $40,000 to purchase workout equipment. Today, the fitness lab is a beloved and heavilyused fixture on the campus. El Roble students use it and so do community members taking fitness classes through the Claremont Adult School. Ms. Kegans has joined her team in leaving a legacy on the campus, but she is not content to rest on her laurels. She heads as often as possible to physical education conferences, hand-in-hand with department teammates like Ms. Foster. Its rejuvenating, she said. If you can walk away with one great idea and implement it, its successful.
Sarah Torribio storribio@claremont-courier.com
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Keeping arts in education

by Steven Llanusa
when there was funding for specific projects in local government, we were able to do that very effectively, but now that earmarks do not exist, its more challenging. We have to really look at the programming goals the feds have and try to showcase how expanding on our programs fits into their goals. In addition to introducing themselves to the staff of Claremonts new congresswoman, Judy Chu, and other federal officials, Mr. Pedroza and Mr. Schroeder had other motives in mind, like sharing Claremont successes, such as the use of COPS funding to purchase more than a dozen Automated License Plate Readers to position throughout the citys busiest intersections. By highlighting the technological advancements of the Claremont Police Department, Mr. Pedroza hopes that Claremont officials can make a solid case for a new police facility capable of properly housing all of these technological advancements. The same goes for finding a funding source for an expansion at the Joslyn Senior Center. With an increase in the amount of seniors remaining in their homes, and a rise in the amount of city programs needed to aid in that process, the council members marketed the need for an expanded senior center capable of serving Claremonts growing senior population. Ultimately, the main objective is always to bring home funds for our projects, but the key is patience, Mr. Pedroza emphasized. Sometimes that means a return trip to Washington. They mark off this latest venture as one step closer to that goal. I think, more importantly, [the federal legislators] understand that Claremont is not one of those communities that just sits back and lets things happen, City Manager Tony Ramos added. We want to be at the forefront to try and make things happen.
his past week has been great for arts education in Claremont. Friday was opening night of a ceramics exhibit in the Ginger Elliott Gallery at the Garner House. Works by students from both Claremont High and El Roble were featured.
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and appreciation. Joel Wilsons choral students performed Monday night at Little Bridges to a crowd so large that the balcony seating had to be opened! Additionally, boosters and parents perform countless hours of volunteer work. Almost every school board meeting includes the hiring of personnel who are paid all or in part by booster contributions. This booster and parental support were evident in Tuesday and Wednesday nights musical performances at El Roble. The gym was full both nights with friends and family of the student musicians. Students throughout the district, from CHS, El Roble and the elementary schools, came together for 2 nights of performance. As was pointed out by Lucas Critchfield and Melanie Riley-Gonzalez, students matriculate through the different levels of education, becoming increasingly proficient as they stay with the music program. Pat Kuenning and Charlotte Van Ryswyk noted that even first year students had improved vastly over their winter concert just 5 months earlier. Many of the instruments used were supplied, maintained or subsidized by donations from the Claremont Educational Foundation. CEF is just another example of how our community works to support our arts education programs. Through the Get on the Bus Campaign each fall, the annual Prius raffle and the new eGood purchase program, the community working with CEF helps raise funds for visual, musical and performing arts. The next CEF event, in coordination with the Claremont Community Foundation, is Mi Casa, Su Casa on Sunday, June 2. Money raised will go not only to arts education, but also to help other programs throughout our community. Some of the student beneficiaries will be performing that night. Besides hearing from some students, guests at this event will also be able to sample wines, beers and edibles from several Claremont vendors. Tickets can still be obtained by visiting www.claremonteducationalfoundation.org.
Anne Mumper of CHS, Wendy Kubiak of El Roble and their students were helpful docents, explaining the process of multiple firings to create a finished piece. Visitors to the gallery also had an opportunity to glaze a tile that will be used in a new ceramic mural at the CHS garden. Some of the art works on display had been awarded prizes by the ArtReach program at the Fairplex, which showcased submissions from throughout LA and San Bernardino counties. Entries came from special needs students of Molly Goodreau at CHS and Ken Johnson at Danbury. That Friday was also the first ComedySportz match in the new Don Fruechte Theatre for the Performing Arts, another aspect of our comprehensive arts program in Claremont. The CHS theatre department was also honored last Sunday night at the Jerry Herman High School Musical Theatre Awards of Los Angeles. The recent production of The 25th Annual Putman County Spelling Bee earned First Place for Best Ensemble Performance. Krista Elhai accepted on behalf of the student performers, musical director Joel Wilson and choreographer DJ Gray. At the Pantages, where the Jerry Herman Awards were presented, Arts Reporter for Channel 7 News George Pennacchio explained how important it was to recognize and preserve arts education in the schools. Although schools throughout LA County were represented, presenters and honorees acknowledged the low priority some districts place on arts curricula. We are fortunate to have a community that holds art education as an important priority. Earlier this month, work by Melissa Wonacotts graphic arts students was exhibited during the First Friday Art Walk at the Claremont Chamber of Commerce and Claremont Community Foundation offices. Partnerships with the colleges help to support high school students, who then act as mentors to elementary school students in art creation
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COURIER photos/Steven Felschundneff Nijiko Bergh moved to Claremont with her husband Earl following 39 years serving the Lutheran church in Japan. Since moving to the United States, she has learned English and taken up decorative rosemaling painting.
Norwegian floral artwork catches world travelers fancy
later that she was formally introduced to the art he Pilgrim Place Festival may be decades form or even heard the term rosemaling. half a year away, but Nijiko Bergh is Though relatively new to the practiceshe only just ahead of the game. Ms. Bergh began in 2001 under the stewardship of the late Gerry ElliottMs. Bergh immediately felt at spends much of her time with paintbrush in SENIOR home with the paintbrush in her grasp. hand at Pilgrim Places Pendleton Arts and SPOTLIGHT Humbly, Ms. Bergh claims the art form likely comes naturally to her because Crafts Center, busy painting floral-embellof all the brush writing classes she took as a schoolgirl in ished candlesticks, step stools and plates for Japan. Her husband, Earl Berg, insists she was predisthis falls fair. posed to being an artist long before her school days. Ms. Bergh was born in South Korea, then a Japanese colony. It was through her father, an elementary school teacher and artist, that she was first exposed to the art world, often watching him as he painted simple objects around their home. Though she never received a formal tutorial from her father, she learned from watching him paint, applying his techniques in her personal doodles and sketches. After World War II, her family and all the Japanese colonists were forced to return to their home country. Ms. Bergh was then 10 years old. Because they were only allowed to take what could they could carry, Ms. Berghs doodles and her fathers paintings and supplies were all left behind. When Ms. Bergh was 13, her father was diagnosed with a terminal kidney illness. Instead of focusing in on his disease, her father began devoting his time to religion, often taking his daughter to the local Episcopal Church. Though she enjoyed reading the Old Testament for its stories, it wasnt until her fathers death 10 years later that she embraced Christianity as her own. It was during yearly trips to church camps that Ms. Berg first saw Norwegian folk art (without knowing it was rosemaling) and first met her husband, Earl Bergh, an American missionary stationed in Japan. It was she who asked him on their first date as a thank you for send-
Ms. Bergh doesnt like to rush the artistic process. Shes very precise and very accurate, said fellow painter Nancy Reed. Im still learning but, Nijiko, shes the master. Ms. Bergh is known to friends and family equally for her painting and her jovial smile and spirit, fitting for a woman whose name translates to Rainbow in Japanese. She cherishes the time spent bent over her desk at the Pilgrim Place art center, finally getting the opportunity to put a lifelong hobby into full-time, professional practice. While she has dabbled in embroidery, oil paints and sketches, her passion lies in the intricate art of rosemaling, an ancient Norwegian folk art characterized by sweeping scrolls and colorful rose patterns. I love the symmetry of the design, the flowers and the scrolls, she said, pointing to the design elements typical of the Telemark region of Norway. It speaks to me. With its vivid color and floral patterns, rosemaling was created in the 17th century as a way to lend vibrance to the home during the dark and cold winter season in Norway. Ms. Bergh was first exposed to rosemaling as a young adult because many of the missionaries in her native Japan hailed from Norway. She recalls seeing the festive folk art hanging in their homes, but it wasnt until
ing her a magazine article he thought she would enjoy. They dated for a year before Mr. Bergh asked her to marry him. Less forward than she had been at the start of their courtship, she refused him 3 times before saying yes because she was nervous about the responsibility of being a missionarys wife. More than 50 years later, the Berghs remain happily married. The Berghs were constant companions throughout Mr. Berghs missionary career. Ms. Bergh played an integral role in helping her husband build up several churches throughout Japan. During these years, Ms. Bergh also became a mother, first with the birth of a son, Steve, and a year later a daughter, Debbie. In between the duties of being a missionarys wife and a mother, Ms. Bergh indulged in her favorite hobbies, reading the Bible and art. Her childrens nap time gave her the chance to brush up on her skills, lending her the opportunity to sketch her subjects as they slept peacefully. When they awoke, she patiently tucked the pages away and resumed her motherly duties. The Berghs retired to Pilgrim Place in 1996, but even upon retirement Ms. Bergh was kept busy. She quickly enrolled herself in an English as a second language class through the Claremont Adult School to work on her English. Though she admits she didnt have a firm grasp of the English language, the transition from the United States to Japan was not a difficult one for her. Many people say coming [to the United States] is a culture shock, but Ms. Bergh insists it wasnt for her as she already had to deal with the big change moving to rural Japan after WWII. That was culture shock. The experience of moving to a foreign country was further eased by her pleasure in educating herself about the different backgrounds of her classmates: I learned so
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many things from so many different countries, Ms. Bergh said. It was eye-opening for me. Ms. Bergh got the chance to further her newly-broadened cultural background when her neighbor, Gerry Elliott, invited her to take part in Ms. Elliotts rosemaling class. Equipped with a design from a book and a small plate given to her by Ms. Elliott, Ms. Bergh set to work on her first rosemaling piece and hasnt put the paintbrush down for long since. She has even won awards along the wayincluding a blue ribbon at the LA County Fair in 2004. Mr. Bergh is pleased to see his wife busy as a part-time worker even in retirement. [As a pastors wife], she had little chance to do anything else, Mr. Bergh said. Shes happy to be doing what she loves now that she has the spare time. She really enjoys her artwork. Hours at a time may pass, in fact even months at a time, as she focuses on one or 2 pieces, but she insists the intricacies of rosemaling and the continued challenge of mastering the shading always keep her work fresh. With every new plate, each candle holder, comes something new. Im always learning, she said.
Beth Hartnett news@claremont-courier.com COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff The display case outside the rosemaling studio features work by a number of the artists at Pilgrim Place including Geraldine Elliott, who taught Nijiko Bergh the art form. During a break from her work on Monday, Ms. Bergh adjusts plates in the display.
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Lessons learned by working the commencement circuit
n inconceivably cruel chain of events, namely that the Claremont Colleges mass commencement weekend came with newly staggered start times, inadvertently created the perfect storm whereby one photographer couldgasp attend all 8 college graduations.
Thats right: 8 graduations, 5 of them on one day, 3 in the span of just 3 hours. This immense number of commencements over such a short time, though impressive, fails to faze me because during a career that has spanned nearly 3 decades, I have attended at least one, but as many as 15 graduations annually. A conservative estimate of the total would be well over a hundred, and I am still going. At some point, it became a game to keep track of the clichs, like the number of times a high school commencement speaker has quoted Robert Frosts The Road Not Taken (at the very minimum once a year) or the offhand quip to thank your parents, after all they paid for this, followed by a big laugh. But as much as I dread the graduation season, and have become jaded by the seemingly endless cycle, I have to admit that graduation itself remains a pretty cool event. Families come together,
A photo essay by Steven Felschundneff, COURIER photographer, is on pages 20 and 21 of this edition.
COURIERphoto/Steven Felschundneff The faculty and staff of Claremont McKenna College applaud for the class of 2013 during the processional of the schools commencement on Saturday.
sometimes traveling great distances, and everyone is upbeat, positive and excited. The graduates come away with a renewed sense of purpose, not to mention great gifts, and we all feel a little better. Commencements rote structure diverges little from a small rural high school to a giant institution: the fanfare, music, speakers and, of course, receiving the diploma. Interestingly, the ceremonies do reflect a schools public persona; fun and irreverent Pitzer, serious and ambitious Claremont McKenna, grand and stately Pomona, brainy Mudd and comforting and sup-
portive Scripps. While sitting through yet another commencement address, the thought occurred that these young people, invigorated with the optimism of youth, dont need a pep talk. However the rest of us could definitely benefit from a good shot in the arm. So I have condensed the essence of the speeches of the day. You are unique just because you chose this community, and even though we will never be just as we are today, that is okay because the experience has made us stronger and better. Our time together is fleeting, so is life, so dont
delay in taking on that new challenge. The only true failure comes when we fail to try. Never forget your time here because it is an integral part of who you are, and once you have made it in the big world, remember to give back to the community that set you on your way. So with these thoughts in mind, I want to announce that I am leaving Claremont to join an ashram in India and will then spend the next few years volunteering in an underserved community before raising venture capital for my start-up. Okay, not really. I am going to stay here and keep paying the mortgage. But I still feel the afterglow of all the positive messages and, yes, maybe a little inspired by the thousand new paths that lead down College Avenue and out of Claremont.
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HMC grads urged to continue brain training, savor the memories
ith the speed with which technology evolves, much of what the 2013 graduates of Harvey Mudd College have learned will be obsolete in a few years, Nobel Laureate Carl Wieman acknowledged at the May 19 commencement.
However, that does not mean that the countless hours of study the students put in over the past 4 years were wasted, Mr. Wieman said, citing recent research on how we learn. When a brain is pushed hard, it responds by changing and getting better, he said. HMCs latest commencement speaker is kind of a big deal. A professor of physics and director of the Carl Wieman Science Education Initiative at the University of British Columbia, Mr. Wiemans boasts dual specialties: atomic physics and the quantitative study of undergraduate science education. He received the 2001 Nobel Prize in Physics for the creation of the first BoseEinstein condensation, a new form of matter predicted in 1924 by Albert Einstein. (BoseEinstein condensation occurs at ultralow temperatures, and it has led to many advances in the understanding and control of atoms at the quantum level.) His achievements, Mr. Wieman insists, did not come from some great inborn talent for science but instead from hard work. It takes everyone about 10,000 hours to become a world-class expert, he said. If you add up every hour youve spent studying intently at Harvey Mudd, thats a pretty hefty fraction. Youre not done but youre on your way. Again, its not the substance of what the students have absorbed per se, but the process that is a game- and brain-changer. With your upgraded brain, you have a whole new mental framework for organizing all of your knowledge. You are now
wired to recognize complex patterns and relationships, Mr. Wieman said. There will always, particularly in fields like science and engineering, be people who are identified early on as shooting stars. Surprisingly, Mr. Wieman and his colleagues are finding that once 2 students, one a standout and another deemed average, put in those 10,000 hours, their cognitive abilities are usually about the same. He experienced this theory firsthand when, as a college freshman, he traveled from his home in backwoods Oregon to the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology, he felt like a bit of a hayseed. When I arrived at MIT, it seemed like everyone was smarter than me. But I was as good or better at pushing myself, he said. After a year or 2, Mr. Wiemans peers began coming to him with questions. At one point after graduation, he recalled attending a conference in which all kinds of scientists and engineers were posting questions that, to him, seemed elementary. I thought, When did all these smart people get so dumb? Mr. Wieman said. Dumb is, of course, not the right word. Once you have reached expertise, you will inevitably find yourself teaching others at some point. You can teach more effectively if you recognize the plasticity of the human brain. You have to work hard to understand at what stage that learners brain is at, Mr. Wieman said. Mr. Wieman urged the graduates to continue moving forward in their learning. Our society tends to see talent as crucial to success in fields, he said. What really counts is the ability to keep pushing yourself hard to learn more and get better. ..Theres a satisfaction and a confidence that comes from tackling hard intellectual work. While hes spent the last 4 years coaxing his brain towards expertise, engineering major Alec Storrie-Lombardiewho delivered the senior keynote address to
COURIERphoto/Steven Felschundneff Nobel Laureate Carl Wieman delivers the commencement address on Sunday during graduation for Harvey Mudd College in Claremont. Mr. Wieman received the 2001 Nobel Prize in Physics for creating Bose-Einstein condensation, a new form of matter predicted by Albert Einstein in 1924.
his 190 fellow students and their familieshasnt forgotten his sense of humor. Mentors have guided me as I went from wanting to be an engineer so I can build the Iron Man suit to saying, I guess Ill settle for building rockets and engines and get to the suit later, he joked. Mr. Storrie-Lombardie has also forged unforgettable ties with his classmates, cemented over marathon study sessions, late-night strawberry donut runs and one lively Taylor Swift concert. (Harvey Mudd students notably won the honor earlier this year of hosting a taping of VH1s Storytellers starring Ms. Swift, with every student given tickets for the show that was recorded at Bridges Auditorium.) As an only child, Mr. Storrie-Lombardie describes how surreal, and wonderful, it was to find himself 4 years ago suddenly living in a dorm with a dormmate and a suitemate, wincing as a neighbors stereo was turned up to 11. His
fellow Mudders have become the closest things to brothers and sisters he will ever have, Mr. Storrie-Lombardie noted. My home is Harvey Mudd and my schoolmates have become my family, he said. The families of Mr. Storrie-Lombardie and his fellow members of the class of 2013 were clearly touched by the optimism of the speakers and the intrinsic wistfulness of young people leaving behind a short but incredibly formative experience. The students were left with a reminder from a popular teacher, Dr. G. William Daub. The chemistry professor, who was awarded this years $4000 Harvey T. Mudd Award, enjoined the graduates thusly. Life is short. Remember to laugh.
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Henry Rollins to perform at Folk Music Festival.
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Jaxx Sessions rocks Hip Kitty with a red carpet concert.
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Troli, a Claremont High School alumnus (class of 2010). The comedy-drama stars Timmy Deters, another Claremont High School alumnus (class of 2012). A high school graduate lies his way into dating a very lost and jobless 24-yearold named Lizzy the summer before he goes to college. The project was created at University of La Verne. Mr. Troli was one of the first recipients of a performance scholarship at the University of La Verne. He will be interning at Will Ferrells Funny or Die this summer. Mr. Deters is currently pursuing acting while attending Santa Monica College. 11 a.m. Claremont Laemmle 5 movie theater, 450 W. Second St., Claremont. POETRY READING with Larry Colker and Karen An-Hwei Lee. Presented by the Friends of the Claremont Library. 2 p.m. 208 N. Harvard Ave., Claremont. LIVE JAZZ performance by San Manuel Trio on the Blue Fin patio at 2 p.m. 665 E. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. 946-1398.
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Service in Oak Park Cemetery (410 Sycamore Ave.) at 11 a.m. This ceremony commemorates the men and women who have lost their lives in military service. The service will include comments from members of American Legion Post 78, Mayor Opanyi Nasiali and various community members. For more information, visit the city website at www.ci.claremont.ca.us or call 399-5490. BLUE STAR MUSEUM DAYS Free admission for all active-duty military personnel, their immediate family members and veterans. Does not apply for special events. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, 1500 N. College Ave., Claremont. 625-8767.
May Friday
FANTASTIC VOYAGE Claremont High School National Honor Society invites the community aboard for a special cruise-themed evening. Festivities include dinner, dancing and live entertainment. 5 to 7 p.m. $5. Joslyn Center, 660 N. Mountain Ave., Claremont. 399-5488. FRIDAY NIGHTS LIVE Dine downtown, then stroll the Village to hear free live music performances from 6 to 9 p.m. This weeks performers include Squeekin Wheels (Public Plaza), Carl Shaffer Quartet (Claremont Chamber) and Marc Weller Trio (City Hall).
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ENERGY BALANCING Sandy Templin leads 25-minute sessions from 1 to 3 p.m. Appointments recommended, walk-ins accepted time permitting. For guests 18 and over. Make an appointment by calling Sandy at 989-9038. Buddhamouse Emporium, 134 Yale Ave., Claremont. PUPPET SHOW Help solve the riddle
of Gumshoe McMonocle and the Strange Case of Rumpelsomething. Children of all ages and their families will have an opportunity to watch an action-packed re-telling of Rumpelstiltskin presented by Omnipresent Puppet Theater. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Claremont Library. 2 to 3 p.m. Claremont Library, 208 N. Harvard Ave., Claremont. 621-4902. CLAREMONT MODERN Enjoy an evening of nostalgia and a cocktail party in a Fred McDowell-designed house from the late 1950s. The event is a fundraiser to help Claremont Heritage document the important mid-century modern resources that exist in Claremont in order to create both a publication and exhibition that will be presented in the fall. There will be a presentation of Julius Shulmans photographs of projects in Claremont as well as a silent auction of modern art and design. Vintage dress is encouraged. 7 to 9 p.m. Address will be provided upon reservation. $50. Space is limited. RSVP to 621-0848.
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FILM SCREENING of the short student film Young Adults, written, directed and co-produced by Anthony
MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE The city of Claremont and American Legion Post 78 host the annual Memorial Day
BELLY DANCE Learn how to belly dance from Casablanca Bar & Grill performer Adina Dane. Ms. Dane shows how to do basic belly dance steps and isolation skills to bring out ones inner goddess. 7 to 8 p.m. $10. The Colony at Loft 204, 532 W. First St. #204, Claremont Packing House. ANCIENT OLYMPIC CONUNDRUMS Steve Glass is an emeritus professor of
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22 states across the nation. Mt. San Antonio Gardens has pioneered with elected and government officials of the state of classics and classical archaeology at Pitzer California and Los Angeles County. Tours College. He will examine the Greeks will be offered beginning at 5 p.m. The preoccupation with competitive athletics. program will begin at 6 p.m. Refreshments A buffet lunch is available at 11:30 a.m. will be served. Mt. San Antonio Gardens, for $12. Dessert and coffee is available 860 W. Harrison Ave., Claremont. for $6. The University Club meets each Tuesday in the Hughes Community Center, 1700 Danbury Rd., Claremont. WINDOWS Duke Leong and Don Brown will discuss What You Need to SPIRITUAL READING & MEDIKnow about Using Windows8. Hosted TATION Read from Pema Chodren by the Claremont Senior Computer Club. followed by a silent meditation and a 7:30 p.m. Hughes Community Center, brief discussion about the reading. Free. 1700 Danbury Rd., Claremont. 399-5488. 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. Buddhamouse Emporium, 134 Yale Ave., Claremont.
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agency. 10:30 a.m. Claremont Public Library, 208 N. Harvard Ave., Claremont. SYCAMORE CELEBRATES Dinner, dancing and live auction. Proceeds benefit Sycamore Elementary School. 5:30 p.m. $50. Spring evening attire. Frary Dining Hall at Pomona College, 347 E. Sixth St., Claremont. For ticket and event information, visit www.sycamorecelebrates.org. FRIDAY NIGHTS LIVE Dine downtown, then stroll the Village to hear free live music performances, 6 to 9 p.m. This weeks performers include Claremont Voodoo Society (Public Plaza), Steve Rushingwind Band (Claremont Chamber) and The Plus Tones (City Hall).
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AUTHOR MEET & GREET Cecil Castellucci will be present with her latest book Odd Duck at 5 p.m. Mrs. Nelsons Toy and Book Shop, 1030 Bonita Ave., La Verne. 599-4558. CELEBRATION & DEDICATION Mt. San Antonio Gardens invites the community to Californias first Green House homes, a new development that will provide real homes (not hospital-like buildings) for loved ones needing skilled nursing care. The Green House concept has been adopted in 100 skilled nursing care sites in
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METRO ART Artist Jessica Polzin McCoy will sign free copies of her poster celebrating the city of Claremont. Ms. Polzin McCoy was commissioned by Metro Creative Services to create the artwork for its poster series, Through the Eyes of Artists. The program commissions local artists to create original artworks that express the uniqueness of Los Angeles County neighborhoods, as a way of encouraging people to take Metro to explore destinations served by the
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING Mental Health First Aid teaches a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to people with signs and symptoms of a mental illness or a crisis, and connect them with the appropriate professional, peer, social or self-help care. Anyone can take the Mental Health First Aid course. Participants must attend the whole class to receive certification. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted by Tri City Mental Health Services. Email mhfa@tricitymhs.org or call 784-3249. Claremont Library, 208 N. Harvard Ave., Claremont. A registration
form can be picked up at the library. FEST OF THE WEST AbilityFirst, along with sponsor Wells Fargo, will hold a country-western themed family event to benefit children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities. All proceeds from the event will benefit AbilityFirst Claremont Center, which provides programs and services for children and adults with disabilities. Event activities include live music by The Silverados, Wells Fargo stagecoach, line dancing, BBQ, silent auction, vendors, carnival games and petting zoo. Noon. Claremont University Consortium, 101 N. Mills Ave., Claremont. SONGS OF LIFE & LOVE Claremont Presbyterian Church Performing Arts presents coloratura soprano Kathryn Lillich. 7 p.m. A freewill offering is appreciated. Claremont Presbyterian Church, 1111 N. Mountain Ave., Claremont. 624-9693. ENCHANTMENT UNDER THE SEA Travel back in time for a playful 1950s prom parody complete with prom photo, party food, punch, paper decorations, party favors and live band. 1950s-style prom dress is encouraged. The event takes place between 8 to 10 p.m. $25 per couple or $15 for an individual ticket. Space is limited. Make reservations by emailing info@loft204.com by Friday, May 31 or purchase tickets at The Colony at Loft 204, located upstairs in the Packing House, 532 W. First St. #204, Claremont.
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Mahmoud A.K. Harmoush smiles as he takes the stage to receive his degree during commencement for the Claremont Lincoln University on Tuesday. Mr. Harmoush, who received a Master of Arts in religious leadership in Muslim contexts, was among 11 students in the first graduating class of the new Claremont Lincoln University.
ABOVE: Claremont Graduate University President Deborah Freund greets one of the graduates during the processional at the schools commencement Saturday morning in Claremont. CGU awarded 267 masters degrees and 97 doctoral degrees during the 2013 ceremony. AT LEFT: Morgan Flynn Raikes-Bennett poses with his diploma during commencement at Pitzer College on Saturday in Claremont. Mr. Raikes-Bennett earned his bachelors degree in philosophy with a minor in environmental analysis. Monica Lopez holds her daughter Selene after receiving her diploma from Pomona College. Ms. Lopez was among a class of 380 that graduated from Pomona on Sunday. BELOW: The class of 2013 throws their mortar boards in the air at the end of the Harvey Mudd College commencement on Sunday in Claremont.
Jay McMillan hugs his daughter Rachel after she received her diploma on Saturday during commencement at Claremont McKenna College. BELOW: Members of the class of 2013 cheer for classmate Sydney Swonigan after she performed a rap during the Scripps College graduation ceremony on Saturday.
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Graduates of the Claremont School of Theology and Claremont Lincoln University stand as they are recognized on Tuesday during commencement.
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CASA DE SALSA: 415 W. Foothill Blvd. This is a restaurant that offers weekly live entertainment. 445-1200. Thursday: Michael Ryan and Friends. 6 to 9 p.m. Friday through Sunday: Romantic guitarist Vicente Victoria. 5 p.m. to closing. Sunday: Mariachi San Pedro. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. EUREKA CLAREMONT: 580 W. First St., Claremont. Open daily from 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday through Thursday and closes at 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Hoppy Hour daily from 2 to 6 p.m. 445-8875. Mondays: Local Mondays featuring $3 Dale Bros. Brewery pints. Tuesdays: 50 percent off all wines by the glass. Wednesdays: Steal-the-Glass craft beer of the week. Meet the brewer first Wednesday of every month. Thursday, May 30: All Titos Vodka drinks $2 off and Eureka Thursday Night Music featuring Black Bear and the Cheyenne Autumn Band. THE FOLK MUSIC CENTER: 220 Yale Ave., Claremont Village.
Open Mic night, the last Sunday of every month. Sign-up begins at 6 p.m.; performances run from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Admission is $1. Info: 624-2928 or www.folkmusiccenter.com. Saturday, May 25: Fivacious performs at 7:30 p.m. $10. FLAPPERS COMEDY: 540 W. First St., Claremont Packing House. 18+. Show times: Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. May 24 and 25: Dan Gabriel has been a comedian most of his life. Instead of focusing on school, Mr. Gabriel studied comedy legends like Steve Martin and stayed up late performing at open mic night at comedy clubs. Not long after, Mr. Gabriel began his career as an opening act for his heroes: Dave Chappelle and George Lopez. He now has worked his way from opening act to touring headliner and has been featured on shows like CBSs The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and NBCs Late Friday. May 31 and June 1: Mary Lynn Rasjkub is an actress, comedienne and singer best known as a co-star of Kiefer Sutherland on the popular television series 24. Ms. Rajskub made her debut on television in
1995 as one of the original cast members of Mr. Show with Bob and David. In 1999 she joined the cast of the television series Veronicas Closet, appearing in 15 episodes of the show. As a skilled guitar player, Ms. Rajskub has also been part of the comic duo called Girls Guitar Club and appeared on the NBCs Late Friday TV show. In the 2000s she ventured into more dramatic roles, most notably her role as analyst Chloe OBrian on the popular TV series 24. While she has been mainly a television star, Ms. Rajskub also offered performances in Mysterious Skin, Sweet Home Alabama, Punch-Drunk Love, Firewall, and Little Miss Sunshine. She has been nominated for 2 Screen Actors Guild Awards. HIP KITTY JAZZ & FONDUE: 502 W. First St., Claremont Packing House. Tuesday through Sunday, 5:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Live jazz every night. Admission: 2-drink minimum. Info: 447-6700 or www.hipkittyjazz.com. Friday, May 24: Hobo Jazz (swing/jazz). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. Saturday, May 25: Flattop Tom and his Jump Cats (swing/jump blues). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. Sunday, May 26: Sweet-Heat World Beat & Latin Rhythms (Latin/World). 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 28: Ladies Night (female DJs). 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 29: Open Jam Night with The Plustones. 8 p.m. Thursday, May 30: Coleslaw (indie) at 7 p.m. and Beat Cinema (DJ) at 10 p.m. Friday, May 31: BB & The Blues Shacks with Lil A and the Allnighters (rhythm n blues). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. Saturday, June 1: The Scott Martin Latin Soul Band (jazz). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. HOTEL CASA 425: 425 W. First St., Claremont. Call 624-2272 or visit www.casa425.com. Saturday, May 25: Vahagni performs from 7 to 10 p.m. THE PRESS RESTAURANT: 129 Harvard Ave., Claremont Village. Thursday through Saturday until 2 a.m. Live DJ every Thursday at 11 p.m. 21+ after 9 p.m. Standing room only after 9:30 p.m. No cover. 625-4808. Friday, May 24: Soul Identity (rock/soul). 10 p.m. Saturday, May 25: Walter Clevenger & The Dairy Kings. 10 p.m. Sunday, May 26: Sunday night dinner music. 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 28: King Trivia Night. Answer trivia questions for a chance to win beer. 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 29: Half-off Wine Wednesday. 11 a.m. to closing. Thursday, May 30: Baldy Mountain Jazz Band (jazz). 8 p.m. Friday, May 31: Rex Holmes (rock/soul). 10 p.m. Saturday, June 1: The Neighborhood Bullys (indie/rock). 10 p.m. PIANO PIANO: 555 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. Live dueling piano show times: Wednesday and Thursday, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 21+. $5 cover charge on Fridays and Saturdays after 8 p.m. (no cover charge with student ID). 547-4266. Tuesdays: Taco Tuesday with $1 tacos, $2 Coronas and $3 margaritas. Rock the mic or jam with the band. Wednesdays: Rockstar Karaoke. Rock the mic or jam with the band. $2 Bud Lights and $4 Vodka Rockstars. 9 p.m. WALTERS RESTAURANT: 310 Yale Ave., Claremont. VIP and fire pit lounge open from 7 to 10 p.m. 767-2255. Fridays: Gypsy Kings-style Spanish guitar. Enjoy the authentic sounds of Kimera during your dinner/appetizers and drinks in the VIP lounge. 7 to 10 p.m. WINE MERCHANTS : Claremont Packing House, 540 W. First St., Claremont. 445-9463. Mondays call, Tuesday through Thursday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., Sunday: 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Local artist to sign commemorative Claremont Metro posters at Library

Artist Jessica Polzin McCoy will sign free copies of her poster celebrating the city of Claremont on Friday, May 31 at the Claremont Library. Ms. Polzin McCoy was commissioned by Metro Creative Services to create the artwork for its poster series, Through the Eyes of Artists. The program commissions local artists to create original artworks that express the uniqueness of Los Angeles County neighborhoods, as a way of encouraging people to take Metro to explore destinations served by the agency. Beginning in spring 2013, the poster will be displayed on Metro buses and rail cars traveling throughout Los Angeles County. As seen through the eyes of Ms. Polzin McCoy, Claremont is depicted as a series of watercolor vignettes that illustrate the city as a college town that flourishes within the creative environment of the Claremont University Consortium. It extends an informal invitation to visit a backyard, ride a bike, step into a shady grove and attend school. Every town is unique; it has specific characteristics, a visual identity, explains Ms. Polzin McCoy. It was my goal to capture the identity of Claremont. It may not include everything that is meaningful, or the most easily identifiable places in the Village, but as a whole it captures the tone, spirit and colors of the environment. The streetscape was assembled using images of private homes, public buildings and businesses within the boundaries of Claremont.
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Image courtesy of Metro Claremont Through the Eyes of Artist Jessica Polzin McCoy. Meet the artist at the Claremont Library on Friday, May 31.
The Claremont poster is number 27 in the series of posters commissioned by Metro Creative Services. Posters in the series have garnered a Print Magazine Regional Design Annual Excellence Award, a Tranny Merit Award, a Fresh Illustrations Award from Illustrations Magazine Annual, a Los Angeles Society of Illustrators Silver Medal, a Society of Environmental Graphic Design Award and a Hermes Creative Award. Established in 1989, the Metro Art program has commissioned over 300 artists for a wide variety of
temporary and permanent projects. Artists are selected through a peer review process with community input. All works are created specifically for their transit-related sites. Metros public art policy allocates one half of one percent of project construction costs for art. More information and free docent-guided tours: visit metro.net/art or call 213-922-4ART. To meet Ms. Polzin McCoy and to get a signed copy of the Metro Claremont poster, visit the Claremont Library, 208 N. Harvard Avenue, on Friday, May 31 at 10:30 a.m.
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Henry Rollins furious schedule includes Claremont Folk Festival
he change of venue for the Claremont Folk Festival, which will be held for the first time this year at the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, is not the only unusual aspect of this years music extravaganza.
There is a surprisingly edgy name among the eclectic lineup: Henry Rollins. Mr. Rollins first rose to fame during his 19811986 stint as the furious front man for the hardcore punk group Black Flag. He has gone on to become an award-winning spoken word artist, notably winning a Grammy Award in 1995 for Get in the Van, a 2-disc recording of his Black Flag memoirs. He is also a busy actor, the host of his own radio program (KCRWs The Henry Rollins Show) and a regular blogger for the LA Weekly. The Claremont connection? Mr. Rollins is acquainted with the Harper brothers, whose grandparents founded Claremonts Folk Music Center. Peter Harpera sculptor as well as a musician who will make his festival debut this yearnotably cast Mr. Rollins face in rubber a while back, in preparation to cast the mold in bronze as part of his Faces of Life project. Mr. Rollins cant recall ever being on a folk festival bill, but he didnt think too hard when he was asked if he would perform at the 30th annual Claremont Folk Festival, set for Saturday, June 15 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. I was offered and I said sure, he said. They asked how much I charged and I said if this helps you guys keep putting this out here every year, Im
happy to do it for free. I think its a good thing what theyre doing. Done. No problem. His schedule was as punishing as ever last week, as he wrapped up the filming of a history-focused documentary in Washington, DC; filed LA Weekly columns at a time when most people are still in bed; and promoted his 15th book, a compilation called Before the Chop: La Weekly Articles 2011-2012. Nonetheless, Mr. Rollins found time for a phone interview with the COURIER, a free-range talk in which he weighed in on everything from politics to punk. COURIER: With everything youre doing, you come off as being a bit of a workaholic. Henry Rollins: People have accused me of being a workaholic. I admire workaholicsI think theyre onto something. Im a mere work slut. I just like to do stuff. When I left Washington, DC in 1981 to come to California, I left one of the many minimum-wage jobs I had up to that point. At age 20, I thought thats going to be my life, $3.75 an hour and a lot of time on my feet. I had reconciled myself to that. I didnt have a great deal of imagination. When things changed, I still went at things with the same kind of gusto and anger, saying yes and eager to try different things out. The music thing came up and I said, What do I have to lose? Then there were movie offers and then voice-over work and talk shows. At this point, its an 8-day week keeping up with all of it. COURIER: People often say that punk is dead. Do you agree? Henry Rollins: Youll find it in every generation. Bebop, jazzit was this beautiful explosion of ridiculously talented musicians going against
racism. The Velvet Underground, the Stooges and Andy Warhol were punk rock, and so were the Sex Pistols and The Clash. People who break molds, who push back: that to me is punk rock. Is there still punk rock? Certainly. But you can make it with a violin or a paintbrush or a dance expression. Youll always have young people bumping into stuff, correcting that which needs correcting. You hear some youth band, plying 3-chord angry music and it sounds like a lot of stuff youve heard before. There are only so many notes and so many strings. You could ask whats original about sex, but there are still a whole lot of people flocking to it. Theres nothing original about pizza, but it still works for me. I appreciate it when a bunch of young people want to get together with instruments and bash it out for a couple of summers. I say, Rumble, young man, rumble. Have those few summers in the sun. Im also not one to say The Clash was great [and theres nothing new worth listening to]. Find something that moves you. Go see the band. Sweat it out. Sing with them. Have that moment. Because at one point, rent turns into mortgage and you have a family, and it all gets so damn serious. So now, when youre not so jammed up with obligations, find bands playing this summer and go see them and dig it. COURIER: Youve said that you dont make music any more, because you dont feel you can bring anything new to the table. Henry Rollins: Years ago, I stopped thinking lyrically.
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I cant remember how to write a song now. It was with me and it left. I think rather than force something, its better to be honest and move on. Life is short. Id rather taste all the flavors at the ice cream store than say, Im the vanilla guy. Theres a time in a musicians life when he starts playing music. Thats when its time to leave. When you start playing music, youre done, because then the music is no longer playing you. Music used to play me, obsess me. Songs made me write them. That stopped. COURIER: It seems like the commonality between most of what you do is writing. Henry Rollins: The writing gets bigger and more as I get older. It allows me to utilize everything Ive seen in 52 years of living, every country Ive gone to, the good parts and the bad parts. It brings my thoughts into focus. The writing still makes me write it, the words still choose me. Id like to think I choose them, but they basically choose me. COURIER: Reading some of your recent blogs, you use some pretty colorful language. When you were writing about the 2012 presidential election, you described the Republican primary, with its parade of potential candidates, by saying The clown car was packed, and the jokes kept right on coming. Henry Rollins: To watch it all fall apart was kind of fun. There was so much vitriol, so much hot air When you watch Mitt Romney speak, theres not one real thing coming off that guy. Ive never seen someone of such a high profile be so incredibly disingenuous at every turn. It makes me uncomfortable. I think he is just a very successful businessman who ran out of stuff to do. Hes got money, hes a good looking man, but hes not really that into it. Its an unenviable job. Why would anyone want to be the president? If something goes boom in the night, its all up you. Youd have to have a massive ego to get up there and say, I got this. I so dont got this. COURIER: How would you characterize todays political climate? Henry Rollins: Its the old guard clinging tena-
ciously to what they think is their birthright, their way of life. Its guys like my dad, who is probably somewhere clutching an AR15 in the weeds, waiting for Sean Hannity to give him his next directive. I dont know where the guy is, but if hes still with us, hed insist weve lost the republic. I remember him saying, when I was 7 or 8 years old, Henry, when you see any population with a noticeable amount of gay people, thats a culture on its way out. Hed kind of go off on these tangentsthe beer helped. Hes seeing his America going away, being replaced by one that has a black president, in which marriage equality is being seen as a constitutional and civil issue, not a religious one. Proposition 8 is going to die. DOMA (the Defense of Marriage Act) is going to die. Look at all those obstreperous kids making so much noise at convenience stores and bus stops. By 2016, a lot of them will be voting. Do you think youre going to be able to sell them on a package that promotes intolerance for women and their reproductive rights and intolerance for people of color and for gay people? These are people who own rap records and have gay friends.
Is there still punk rock? Certainly. But you can make it with a violin or a paintbrush or a dance expression.
Henry Rollins Author and spoken word artist
COURIER: What do you think is the line between keeping up with the news and going down the rabbit hole with conspiracy theories? Henry Rollins: I think one of the best ways to get some answers is to just follow the money. With a lot of this stuff like Iraq, you just need to find out whos making the money and get into them. Ask yourself whos having a good day when a village gets obliterated. Well, if youre selling munitions, your account is going to be replenished. Find the people who profit off of war. Find out who lobbies for them, and who theyre paying. You dont need conspiracy. You just need Shakespeare: greed, jealousy, betrayal. COURIER: Do you feel theres still good music being made? Henry Rollins: Absolutely. I cant keep up with all of the records I buy. One of the things that keeps me young is that I have big ears. Just because someone is 18, I dont say, What do they know about music? There are young people making music I greatly admire, that I listen to with interest. I dont go by age. In a lot of Native American Indian tribes, age wasnt a thing. When the elders met, everyone weighed in. You were considered a person as soon as you were born. COURIER: How is 52 treating you? Henry Rollins: I like to keep myself ageless. Fifty-
two is just a number on a drivers license. Its the only one Ive got. I cant be younger. All I can do is be here right now and be more healthy to see if I can get more laps around the track. Theres a great deal of hatred and contempt for Americans by American companies; look what theyre trying to feed you. Theyre trying to pump you up, fatten you up, raise your blood pressure and kill you off, as long as you smoke enough cigarettes on the way out. I dont want to go for that scam. My idea is sheer defiance. COURIER: Youre becoming a sort of cultural arbiter. People are asking your opinion on pretty big issues. Did you ever expect that? Henry Rollins: I was an awful student. I crawled through high school. Anything to do with English was a joy. Science was obtuse to me. Math might as well have been Sanscrit. History was just bored athletic coaches who had to teach history so they could coach their teams. It was never sexy to me until I was an adult. But then I went to Berlin and saw the remains of World War II. I went to Auschwitz. It was not the most pleasant day of my life, but it was worthwhile. It made me want to know more. Ive traveled to the Middle East, to South East Asia. I go to Africa one to 3 times a year. From that, you get an interesting idea of the world. Ive seen incredibly generous people who have seen so much awfulness wrought upon them. In southern Sudan, you see Dinka farmers using dead northern soldiers as fertilizers. Youve got corn shooting through the soil, pushing clothing through. Its the travel that has made me want to know more. Its like tattoos: If you get one, you want another. If you go to one country, you want to go to the one next to it. Anger fuels your curiosity and your curiosity fuels your anger. Im not angry at you, or at anything. Im just angry to go. Im yelling as they stamp my passport: Lets go now, damn it. I want to check it out! dmission to the Claremont Folk Festival which features performances by Henry Rollins, David Lindley, Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys, Leon Mobley and Da Lion, Moira Smiley and Voco, and Round Mountain, among othersis $25. For information about the festival, set for Saturday, June 15, plus tickets, visit www.folkmusiccenter.com/folk-festival.
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BRIDGES HALL OF MUSIC: Pomona College, 150 E. Fourth St., Claremont. 607-2671. Sunday, May 26: Claremont Young Musicians Orchestra season finale concert conducted by Roger Samuel and featuring Dylan Koh on violin and Maggie OLeary on bassoon. 7 p.m. Free tickets will be given out beginning at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 2: Intermezzo Orchestra. 7 p.m. Saturday, June 8: The Claremont Chorale presents Thirsting to Sing with a repertoire about lifes great appetites. This performance is an exploration of songs about food, wine and love. The event features guest soloists form the Repertory Opera Company production of La Traviata. $15 general admission, under 15 years old may attend for free and $12 for students and seniors. Save $2 per ticket by purchasing tickets at Rio de Ojas at 250 N. Harvard Avenue or purchase tickets now at www.claremontchorale.org. For more information, contact 542-8340 or info@claremontchorale.org. 3 p.m. Sunday, June 9: Claremont Symphony Orchestra and Spectrum present A Tribute to Motown and R&B. The nationally-known Las Vegas-based vocal quartet will perform its unique adaptations of 22 familiar Motown songs from the 1960s and 1970s. The concert begins with the Claremont Symphony performing selections from Leonard Bernsteins West Side Story. Spectrum harmonizes to Under the Boardwalk, Rubberband Man, My Girl, Mack the Knife, and other favorites by the Temptations, Righteous Brothers, Four Tops, Supremes and Stevie Wonder. This is a fundraiser for the orchestra. Tickets for the concert may be preordered until June 8. $25 preferred seating, $15 regular seating or $10 for students and seniors. Tickets may be purchased at the door if there are any seats left at $20 or $15 for students and seniors. Visit http://csospectrum.eventbrite.com for tickets. 3:30 p.m. CANDLELIGHT PAVILION: 455 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening shows: dinner at 6 p.m., performance at 8:15 p.m.; Sunday evening shows: dinner at 5 p.m., perform-
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some quick cash. In the process they find renewed self-esteem, the importance of friendship and the ability to have fun. As the guys work through their fears, self-consciousness, feelings of worthlessness and anxieties, they come to discover that not only are they stronger as a group, but that the strength they find in each other gives them the individual courage to face their demons and overcome them. Due to subject matter, recommended for mature audiences. HAUGH PERFORMING ARTS CENTER: 1000 W. Foothill Blvd., Glendora. Discounts available for students, seniors and youth. 626-963-9411 or www.haughpac.com. Monday, May 27: Student Choreography Showcase. 7 p.m. Friday, May 31: Spring Music Concert. 8 p.m. Saturday, June 1: Intergalactic Nemesis, a nostalgic look back at the glory days of radio plays. 8 p.m. LEWIS FAMILY PLAYHOUSE: 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. Call 477-2752 or visit www.lewisfamilyplayhouse.com. Friday, May 31: An Evening of Classic Lily Tomlin. July 20 through 28: Seussical the Musical. RANCHO SANTA ANA BOTANIC GARDEN: 1500 N. College Ave., Claremont. The gallery is open Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Admission to the garden is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors (65+) and students with valid ID, $4 for children 3 to 12, no charge for children under 3 and members. 625-8767 or www.rsabg.org. Saturday, June 15: The 30th Claremont Folk Festival. There will be 2 stages featuring live music as well as workshops, kids activities, garden tours, art vendors, craft booths and gourmet food and libations. The musical line-up includes David Lindley, Henry Rollins, Janet Klein and her Parlor Boys, Moira Smiley and Voco, Leon Mobley with Da Lion and more. The festival will open at 10 a.m. Tickets are $25, children 12 and under are free. For further information, visit www.folkmusiccenter.com or www.facebook.com/folkmusiccenter. Contact the Folk Music Center at 624-2928 or by email at info@folkmus iccenter.com or folkfestival30@gmail.com.
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month is fashion and portrait photographer Diane Lynn. The boutique features jewelry, scarfs, greeting cards, small prints and other original art. Participants in The Colony this month include paintings by Brooke Morrison, stained glass/mosaics by Jenifer Hall, watercolors by Arwen Allen, photography by Vicki, limited edition prints by Melody Grace Cave, Dusty Roads collection photography by Barbara Sammons, a boutique by Clare Miranda and oddities by Sarah Toribbio and friends. Show your COURIER supportClaremont COURIER hoodies, mugs and recent editions of the newspaper are available exclusively at The Colony at Loft 204. Tuesday, May 28: Beginning belly dance class with Adina Dane of Casablanca Bar & Grill. Learn basic upper and lower body isolations, footwork and important stretching techniques. Wear comfortable clothes. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. 7 to 8 p.m. $10. Wednesday, May 29: Intermediate belly dance class. Time to get technicalwork on isolation drills and movement combinations while diving deeper into belly dance technique. Wear comfortable clothes. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. 7 to 8 p.m. $10. Saturday, June 1: Enchantment Under the Sea dance. Travel back in time for a playful 1950s prom parody complete with prom photo, party food, punch, paper decorations, party favors and live band. 1950s-style prom dresses and suits are encouraged. The event takes place between 8 to 10 p.m. $25 per couple or $15 for an individual ticket. Space is very limited for this event. Make reservations by emailing info@loft204.com by Friday, May 31 or purchase tickets at The Colony at Loft 204, located upstairs in the Claremont Packing House. FIRST STREET GALLERY ART CENTER: 250 W. First St., Suite 120, Claremont. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 626-5455. Through July 12: Dialogs of Practice, Part II. Artists for the exhibition have been paired together through a shared interest in content, humor, text or abstraction. Some of the art in the exhibition has been made in direct response to their partners work or in collaboration. GALLERY SOHO: 300-A S. Thomas St., basement level, Pomona Arts Colony. Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 2 through July 5: Natures
Gifts open exhibit, entry fees apply. Take-in for the show will take place on Saturday, June 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Opening reception: Saturday, June 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. LATINO ART MUSEUM: 281 S. Thomas St. Suite 105, Pomona. www.lamoa.net. 620-6009 or 484-2618. Through May 25: Contrapunto, a group exhibit featuring contemporary Latin American artists in Grand Salon East and Arte Inmigrante en Accin (Immigrant Art in Action) in Grand Salon West. June 30: Ivan Fernandez Da Vila, Habitacion en Lima in Grand Salon West. MAIN STREET GALLERY: 252C S. Main St., Pomona. 868-2979. Through May 30: Blissed! oil paintings by Ken Sheffer and woodworking by Dave Holzberger. MALOOF FOUNDATION FOR ARTS & CRAFTS: 5131 Carnelian St., Alta Loma. 980-0412, info@malooffoun dation.org or www.malooffoundation.org. Tours: Docent-led tours are offered on Thursdays and Saturdays at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. and feature Sam Maloofs handmade home, furniture and the extensive Maloof collection of arts and crafts. Due to limited capacity, advance reservations are strongly recommended for all tours. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for students. The Discovery Garden is open to visitors on Thursdays and Saturdays between noon and 4 p.m. at no charge. Check in at the Foundation Bookstore. The garden features droughttolerant plants native to California and other parts of the world. May 30 through October 27: With Strings Attached: Art in the Craft of Sound. There are nearly 40 musical instruments in the exhibition, representing a broad cross-section of cultures and traditions. The performances bring to life for audiences a number of the instruments, some of which are not often heard. RANCHO SANTA ANA BOTANIC GARDEN: 1500 N. College Ave., Claremont. The gallery is open Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Admission to the garden is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors (65+) and students with valid ID, $4 for children 3 to 12, no charge for children under 3 and members. 625-8767 or www.rsabg.org. June 1 and 2: Art in the Garden: For the Love of Art and Plants in the Garden
Bazaar. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Through June 9: Where They Grow Wild, an exclusive display of original artworks from Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Gardens archival collections, complementing the When they were Wild collaborative exhibition with the Huntington and the Theodore Payne Foundation. Through July 28: RSABGs Butterfly Pavilion lets visitors interact with real butterflies. The Lantz Outdoor Classroom features activities for families, including nature-based art and craft projects. Butterfly gardening enthusiasts can learn about creating the habitats that butterflies need to survive. $2 exhibition admission, plus standard garden admission. SQUARE i GALLERY: 110 Harvard Ave., Claremont. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or by appointment. Square i is an annex of the Artist Trait Gallery. Exhibits rotate approximately every 6 weeks. Call 621-9091 or e-mail info@squareigallery.com. Through May 31: College Campuses by Patrick Dooley, a wellknown California painter with an ability to capture the essence of a scene in his watercolor paintings. His subjects vary including portraits, landscapes, marine life, wildlife and depiction of life in the west. In this show, Mr. Dooley is featuring the college campuses in and around Claremont. He has spent the major part of his life in pursuit of creating and sharing his passion for painting. He is an award-winning artist, illustrator and instructor. Mr. Dooleys works appear in private and corporate collections throughout the United States and Canada.
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LAEMMLES CLAREMONT 5 THEATRE: 450 W. Second St., Claremont. 621-5500 or visit www.laemmle.com for movie listings. General admission $11; students with ID $8.50; children under 12 $8; seniors 62+ $8; bargain price $8 on Monday through Friday for all shows prior to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Sunday and holidays prior to 2 p.m. Now playing: Star Trek Into Darkness [PG13], Ironman 3 [PG13], The Great Gatsby [PG13], Mud [PG13], The Iceman [R], Ping Pong [NR].
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CHS alumni collaborate on film to explore approaching adulthood

laremont High School alumni have come together to make the coming-of-age comedy Young Adults, which seeks to define what it means to be a man.
Timmy Deeters, McKinley Pollock and Anthony Troli graduated from Claremont High School in 2010 and since then have worked toward making their dreams in film a reality. Mr. Troli and Mr. Pollock both attend the University of La Verne. The film was the senior project of Mr. Troli and crew members Jessica Gerhart and Kai Groschupf. The idea was something I had in mind for quite a while. I love coming-of-age stories and wanted to do a story that dealt with first love, Mr. Troli said. The movie follows 18-year-old Tommy, who lies his way into dating a lost college graduate named Lizzie. The 25-minute coming-of-age story is funny, with humor geared toward a more mature audience. The filming took place at various homes of the crew, the Santa Monica Pier, Redhill Community Park in Rancho Cucamonga and in Eddies Pizzeria in Claremont. Mr. Troli and Mr. Pollock have collaborated before and won a WAVE award in the entertainment/variety program for their short skit Party Foul in 2011. I was excited that he asked me to join the crew. I knew it was going to be a challenge but with everyone working, it just made it super easy, Mr. Pollock said. When Mr. Troli started coming up with the idea for the film, he approached Mr. Groschupf about joining the project as the cinematographer. The 2 met over coffee in March of 2012 to discuss
their senior projects and, without even knowing what story they would pitch, agreed to work together. It was not until January of this year that they decided on a comedy and the script was approved. I was skeptical because I didnt plan on making a comedy at all, Mr. Groschupf said. Im more of a drama or thriller kind of guy but because Anthony was writing it, I felt confident. With both serving as co-producers and Mr. Pollock co-writing, they recruited a crew of 7 to help them make the film. The remainder of the crew consisted of audio engineer/co-writer, Jeff Clarke; Editor Kaitlin Hollingsworth; color correction by Kyle Deeley and Ms. Gerhart as assistant editor. None of the crew members had any experience shooting and editing a film of this length. Shooting and editing the film took about 200 hours to complete. Keeping organized was key. You have to edit according to lines and reaction time, Ms. Hollingsworth said. It was an interesting project for me because I have never edited comedy before. Ive yet to see how I am, so Im excited for it to screen. Mr. Troli reached out to his friend Mr. Deeters to play the lead role of Tommy in the film. The two had worked on short comedic films together in the video production classes at CHS. I went over a lot of the character with Anthony while he was writing it, Mr. Deeters said. He helped me straighten out who the character was and how goofy he was. The role appealed to Mr. Deeters because of how kind-hearted Tommy is and how hard he tried to do the right thing, even though he was confused about how to move forward. Here is this guy whose best friend is trying to get him to really do things for himself, and he is trying
to move forward with his own wants and needs, but he just finds himself road-blocked by this girl, Mr. Deeters said. University of La Verne professor of communications Don Pollock advised the group and provided feedback as they completed their film. Its really gratifying when talented students get together; I think [this film] is one of the best productions made at my time at La Verne. Mr. Pollock said. Since the first draft was submitted, he has been watching as the story was streamlined and edited to ensure that the comedic aspect of the film was incorporated both in the audio and visual aspects of the movie. Mr. Pollock first worked with Mr. Troli when he was still attending CHS and acted in one of his comedy skits. Its wonderful to see what students do next, video production teacher Deborah Conow said. Most of the kids I was getting wanted to be the next Steven Spielberg. Ms. Conow taught Mr. Troli, Mr. Deters and McKinley Pollock while they attended CHS. During their time in high school, the production class worked with HD Camcorders and Final Cut Pro, which helped as they entered college. The course gave me the experience and everything I needed to get to here, Mr. Troli said. Our goal was to make the best project possible and beat all previous film projects created and I think we achieved that, Kai said. The Young Adults showing is free for all who wish to attend and will take place this Sunday, May 26 at 11 a.m. at the Laemmle Theater, located at W. Second St. in Claremont.
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Claremont marks Memorial Day at Oak Park Cemetery
tradition of more than 40 years continues on Monday, May 27 at 11 a.m. as Memorial Day Services are held at Oak Park Cemetery in Claremont.
Music by the Claremont High School Concert Band, directed by Melanie Riley-Gonzalez, opens the event, organized over the years by the American
Legion Keith Powell Post 78 here. The program includes a welcome from Rich Ostrea, commander of Post 78, posting of colors by the Navy Junior ROTC color guard from Lutheran High School in La Verne and Bugler Douglas Mendelsohn of Boy Scout Venture Crew 561. Sergeant Steven Schwigert of the US Army will give the keynote address after greetings from Congresswoman Judy Chu, 27th Congressional District,
Mayor Opanyi Nasiali of Claremont and Nelson Scherer, president of Friends of Oak Park Cemetery. Post 78 Chaplain Star Dierking will preside over the moment of silence with bagpiper Mike Terry playing Scottish Lament. Floral tributes will be placed by organizations including Active Claremont, Claremont Womens Club, Claremont Masonic Lodge #436, Claremont Sunrise Rotary, Claremont
Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, Kiwanis Club of Claremont and Friends of Oak Park Cemetery, the support organization for the cemetery, which will also provide refreshments for the event. Local Girl Scout troops will place American flags on the graves of all veterans before the ceremony and local Boy Scout troops will remove them following the event.
Chiropractic care for returning Iraq and Afghanistan veterans available locally through volunteer network
Chiropractic doctors from around the United States have answered the call to participate in a new initiative aimed at supporting Americas newest returning veterans with immediate access to chiropractic services, in addition to the limited programs officially available through the US Department of Defense. Out of a desire to serve and to fill an important health care gap, ICA (International Chiropractors Association) doctors around the nation have extended an offer of care for one full year for any US military veteran returning from overseas deployment in Afghanistan and Iraq, at no charge. The concept was developed by ICAs Southern Regional Director Dr. R.J. Kelly, who had initiated such a program in his own personal practice, with very positive results among veterans. Tens of thousands of US military personnel are being rotated back to the US, many to civilian life, and others to stateside deployment. All have been subjected to exceptional strain, with a new pattern of injury and trauma. The care returning veterans have been receiving through official channels has not always been adequate. Invisible injuries, which were discussed in a 60 Minutes special report, can often be alleviated through chiropractic therapies. The 60 Minutes story
OUR TOWN
highlighted battlefield concussions and their damaging effects. The impact of war on the human body and soul has been given much serious consideration over the years by chiropractic leaders. The ICA believes that chiropractic care can be a unique asset to returning veterans striving to recover and restore their lives physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Locally, the doctors of Atlas Spinal Care have joined this program to provide care to the returning veterans who wouldnt be able to access this care otherwise. We are excited to give back to the military men and women from our local communities who have given so much, said Dr. Tymothy Flory, founder of Atlas Spinal Care. We find that our unique approach of chiropractic care is helpful in healing from the concussion-related problems many veterans are experiencing. The doctors of Atlas Spinal Care specialize in precisely correcting the alignment of the upper neck, which controls the alignment of the entire spine and hips, resulting in healing of a number of structural and neurological injuries related to the spine. For more information, or to make an appointment, call Atlas Spinal Care at 982-9100 or visit the ICA website, www.chiropractic.org.
Lt. Amber Rickman graduates Marine Corp officer school

Lieutenant Amber Rickman will graduate from the Marine Corp Officer Basic School on May 30 in Quantico, Virgina The officer candidate school in Quantico had 64 young woman start the progam with only 27 graduating. The strenous training program offered to women is the same program offered to the men. Ms. Rickman will be stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina as a logistics officer. She is the daughter of Claremont residents Tracy and Jory Rickman.
CHS grad completes basic training in the Air Force

Air Force Airman and Claremont High School alumnus Nicholas R. Helm recently graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio, Texas. Mr. Helm completed an intensive, 8-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn 4 credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Mr. Helm is the son of William and Christina Helm of Placer Street, Rancho Cucamonga, and a graduate of CHSs Class of 2011.
Tips for honoring our veterans

The Flag Manufacturers Association of America (FMAA) offers suggestions to appropriately celebrate Memorial Day on Monday, May 27. Flying the American flag is widely recognized as an expression of gratitude for those who have died in combat, but it is also a show of support for the men and women who are currently at war. FMAA has suggestions for ways US citizens can observe Memorial Day: Fly the US flag at half-staff until noon. For US flags displayed on a short staff or for indoor flags that cannot be lowered to half-staff, tie a black bow above the fullstaffed US flag. Fly the POW/MIA flag as well. Visit cemeteries and place flags or flowers on the graves of our fallen heroes. Visit memorials and take part in services sponsored by veterans. Participate in a National Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. Take a few moments to reflect on the true meaning of the day and be mindful of the sacrifices of others in defense of our nation.
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RENTALS
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BULLETINS
Do it for Del Fundraiser
Del Cornwell is an 83 year old man who comes on to the CHS campus after school and picks up recyclables for extra money. He needs three dental crowns and does not have dental insurance. A group of CHS students have created the "Do it for Del" fundraiser and are hoping to collect and recycle approximately 106,000 plastic bottles and aluminum cans, the amount required to pay for the operation. Please drop off bags of plastic bottles and aluminum cans at the Claremont High School south parking lot (near the football field) on June 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Every can and bottle helps make a difference! For more information call, 909-455-3203.
MARKETPLACE
Quality-Time Estate Sale
Everything must go! 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, June 8, 2013. 413 Saint Augustine Ave., Claremont. Call Connie at 626-9773. Quality-Time is a community agency that serves parents who are ordered by the court to have supervised visits. Proceeds will be used to assist parents who are unable to pay to see their children.
Apartment For Rent

CLAREMONT: 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment. $1600 monthly. $800 security deposit on approved credit. 6249958.
EMPLOYMENT
Help Wanted
DRIVERS: Apply now! Twelve drivers needed. Top 5 percent pay. Class A CDL required. www.ad-drivers.com. Call 877-258-8782. (CalSCAN) INTERNATIONAL Cultural Exchange Representative. Earn supplemental income placing and supervising high school exchange students. Volunteer host families also needed. Promote world peace! www.afice.org/reps. (Cal-SCAN) DRIVERS: Two raises in the first year. Qualify for any portion of 3 cents per mile quarterly bonus, one cent safety, one cent production, one cent MPG. Three months OTR experience. 800-414-9569. www.driveknight.com. (CalSCAN) DRIVERS: Training Class ACDL. Train and work for us! Professional and focused training for your Class A-CDL. You choose between Company Driver, Owner Operators, Lease Operator or Lease Trainer. centraltruckdrivingjobs.com. 877-369-7091. (Cal-SCAN)
House For Rent

NORTH Claremont: 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1768 sq. ft. home. Delightful and pet friendly. $2600 monthly, includes trash and gardener. WSPM, 621-5941.
Antiques
A BARN and house full of antiques, furniture and smalls. Refinishing too! 593-1846. La Verne. Kensoldenoddities.com. AMERICAN and European antiques, furnishings, home and garden decor. New shipment weekly! The Ivy House. 212 W. Foothill Blvd. 621-6628.
Studio For Rent

ATTACHED with separate entrance. Private bathroom, shared laundry. No kitchen. Utilities and microwave included. No smoking. $500 monthly. WSPM, 621-5941.
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Health
CANADA Drug Center es tu mejor opcion para ordenar medicamentos seguros y economicos. Nuestros servicios de farmacia con licencia Canadiense e Internacional te proveeran con ahorros de hasta el 90 en todas las medicinas que necesites. Llama ahora al 1-800-385-2192 y obten $10 de descuento con tu primer orden ademas de envio gratutio. (Cal-SCAN) DO you know your testosterone levels? Call 888-9042372 and ask about our test kits and get a free trial of Progene All-Natural Testosterone Supplement. (Cal-SCAN) ATTENTION Sleep Apnea sufferers with Medicare. Get CPAP replacement supplies at little or no cost, plus free home delivery! Best of all, prevent red skin sores and bacterial infection! Call 888699-7660. (Cal-SCAN)
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Personals
Paul Sansbury please contact Gary A. Its been too long. 469-2030. MEET singles right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now, 1-800-945-3392. (Cal-SCAN)
Donations
DONATE your car, truck or boat to Heritage for the Blind. Free 3 day vacation, tax deductible, free towing, all paperwork taken care of. 888-902-6851. (Cal-SCAN) DONATE your car. Fast, free towing. 24-hour response. Tax deduction. United Breast Cancer Foundation. Providing free mammograms and breast cancer information. 888-792-1675. (Cal-SCAN)
Townhome For Rent

CLUB Terrace, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2-car garage. Fresh paint, community pool. No pets. $1850 monthly. WSPM, 621-5941.
Education
AIRLINES are hiring. Train for hands on Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified. Housing available. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance, 877804-5293. (Cal-SCAN) ATTEND college 100 percent online. Medical, business, criminal justice, hospitality, web. Job placement assistance. Computers available. Financial aid if qualified. SCHEV authorized. Call 888-210-5162. www.CenturaOn line.com. (Cal-SCAN)
ANIMALS
Animal Shelters
Inland Valley Humane Society 623-9777 Upland Animal Shelter 931-4185 H.O.P.E Upland 1800-811-4285 West End Animal Shelter 947-3517
Vacation Rental
$399 Cabo San Lucas all inclusive special. Stay 6 days in a luxury beachfront resort with unlimited meals and drinks for $399. 888-481-9660. www.luxurycabohotel.com. (Cal-SCAN)
Financial
EVER consider a reverse mortgage? At least 62 years old? Stay in your home and increase cash flow! Safe and effective! Call now for your free DVD! Call now 888-6983165. (Cal-SCAN)
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Announcements
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Health
CANADA Drug Center is your choice for safe and affordable medications. Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 90 percent on all your medication needs. Call today, 1800-273-0209, for $10 off your first prescription and free shipping. (Cal-SCAN)
Want To Rent
TWENTY-eight year old. fulltime professional looking for one bedroom apartment with charm and character near Village. Please call 415-4006603.
For Sale
CASH paid for Diabetic strips! Dont throw boxes away, help others! Unopened/unexpired boxes only. All brands considered! Call anytime! 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. 888491-1168. (Cal-SCAN)
Personals
CHAT with local men. Local men are waiting for you! Call Livelinks now. 800-291-3969. Women talk free! (Cal-SCAN)
Coyote Sightings
COYOTES sighted at 11:45 on Wednesday, May 22. A mother and her babies were seen crossing Claremont Blvd. and Earlham Drive.
SERVICES
Acoustical
QUALITY Interiors. Acoustical contractor, specializing in acoustic removal, texture, painting, acoustic re-spray and drywall repairs. Lic.602916. 909-624-8177.
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CONTACT US
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Carpentry
SEMI-RETIRED finish remodeler. Does kitchens, porches, doors, decks, fences, painting and more. Call Paul, 909919-3315.
Contractor
KOGEMAN CONSTRUCTION
Room additions. Kitchen/bath remodeling. Custom cabinets. Residential/commercial. 946-8664 Lic.B710309 Visit us on Facebook!
MPGeneral Contractors. House remodels, kitchen cabinets, flooring, plumbing and landscaping. Call 909-749-2572. General Contractor Lic.856372.
Electrician
Since 1978 Bonded * Insured No job too big or small! Old home rewiring specialist. 24-hour emergency service.
Gardening
Handyman
Haydens Services Inc.
Carpet Service
ANDERSON Carpet Service. Claremont resident serving Claremont since 1985. Powerful truck mounted cleaning units. Expert carpet repairs and stretching. Senior discounts. 24-hour emergency water damage service. Please call 621-1182. HACIENDA Carpet, upholstery and tile cleaning. Special: with any carpet cleaning, 20 percent off tile cleaning. Senior discounts. Since 1970. 909-985-3875.
Antiques
ANTIQUES wanted. Fair prices for the following old items: Hollywood, comics, toys, watches, medals, coins, badges, jewelry, postcards, books, magazines, military, photos, tools, sports, fishing, Disneyland, medical, historic documents, autographs, holiday decorations and other interesting items. 909-2389076. micklet@earthlink.net.
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Fences & Gates

*REDWOOD OR CEDAR *ORNAMENTAL IRON *BLOCK WALLS Installations and Repairs Since 1980. Lic.557151. C.F.Privett 909-621-5388
Drywall
Eco-friendly landscaping. We will get you a $3000 grant to remove your lawn! Why mow when you can grow? From the creators of The Pomona College Organic Farm. Specializing in native and edible landscapes. 909-398-1235 www.naturalearthla.com Lic.919825 *$1.50 sq. ft. rebate* MANUELS Garden Service. General cleanup. Lawn maintenance, bush trimming, general maintenance, tree trimming and removal. Low prices and free estimates. Please call 909-391-3495 or 909-239-3979. GARDEN Maintenance. Mowing, hand pull weeding, trimming, sprinkler work and cleanups. David, 374-1583.
HANDYMAN Service. "Your small job specialist." Steve Aldridge. Day: 909-455-4917. Evening: 909-625-1795.
Hauling
SAMEDAY-HAULAWAY
Free estimates. Senior discount! WE HAUL IT ALL CHARLIE! 909-382-1210 sameday-haulaway.com
ADVANCED DON DAVIES

Veteran New, repairs. ONE CALL DOES IT ALL! THOR McAndrew Construction. Drywall repair and installation. Interior plaster repair. Free estimates. CA Lic.742776. Please call 909-816-8467. ThorDrywall.com.
ADVANCED DON DAVIES

Same Day One call does it all! Garage, yard, home, moving!
AC/Heating
DOUG CHAPLINE Heating & Air Conditioning
Since 1979 - Prompt repairs, serious service. Free estimates for complete installations and equipment change outs. Competitive rates. Visa, MC accepted. Lic.C20-383912. Call 626-3933.
Chimney Sweep
Gash Chimney Sweep
Dust free chimney cleaning. Repairs, chimney covers, spark arrestors, masonry and dampers. BBB. Please call 909-467-9212.
909-599-9530 Cell: 626-428-1691

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House Cleaning
TRUSTWORTHY woman will clean your home. Excellent references. 15 years experience. Eva, 909-753-6517. CHRISTIAN lady will clean homes, offices, windows. Bonded. Licensed. Excellent references. 21 years. Yolanda, 909-621-2162. CAROUSEL Quality Cleaning. Family owned for 20 years. Licensed. Bonded. Senior rates. Trained professional services including: baseboards, ovens, windows. Fire/water damage. Hauling. Move in/out. 10 percent discount to Claremont College staff and faculty. Robyn, 621-3929. 20 YEARS experience. Free estimates. Excellent references. Tailored to your individual needs. Call Lupe, 525-3273.
Fictitious Name
A FICTITIOUS Name Statement (D.B.A.) is required if youre in business. You are required to file and publish a DBA in the local newspaper. You must renew every five (5) years. You must republish if any changes have been made to your business. If your business is in LA COUNTY, The Courier will provide the legal form, file it with the L.A. County Clerk, publish the Statement and provide you with proof of publication. Only $95.00 to publish plus a $26 county fee. Claremont Courier: 1420 N. Claremont Blvd, Suite 205B Claremont. Call Vickie, 621-4761.
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Electrician
CALL Lou. Flush lights, service changes, repairs, service calls, outdoor lighting and room additions. Lic.258436. Call 909-2417671, 909-949-8230. SPARKS ELECTRIC Local electrician for all your electrician needs! 626-890-8887 or 909-251-2013. Lic.922000
Quality Fireplace & BBQ Chimney sweeping.

Complete fireplace, woodstove installation, service and repair. Spark arrestor supply and installation. Call 920-6600. 392 N. 2nd Ave., Upland.
FULL service errand business includes: grocery shopping, dry cleaning, postal center runs, FedEx, UPS, pharmacy pickup's and deliveries. Small pet and plant checks. Perfect for new mom's! 909-833-5522. 877-394-7600. Lic.24128. www.PriddyEliteErrands.com. IM here to help! Housekeeping, shopping, errands. Pet, plant, house sitting. Jenny Jones, 909-626-0027, anytime!
SAME DAY SERVICE Free service call with repair. Only $49.50 diagnostic fee without repair. All repairsAll brands Edison and Gas Company rebates. Great prices. Friendly service. We're local. 909-398-1208 www.novellcustom.com Lic.958830
Concrete
ADVANCED DON DAVIES
Veteran, Mt. Sac, Cal Poly Stamped, broom, color finishes. Slate, flagstone, planters, walls and walkways.
Call 909-599-9530 now Cell 626-428-1691

Claremont area 30 years! Lic.323243 JDC CONCRETE 909-624-9000 Driveways/walkways, block walls, pavers, bricks, stone veneer, concrete staining, drainage. Lic.894245 C8, C29.
STEVES HEATING & Air Conditioning

Serving your area for over 25 years. Repairs all makes/models. Free service call with repair. Free estimate on new units. MC/Visa. 100 percent financing. Senior discounts. Lic.744873 909-985-5254
MOR ELECTRIC & HANDYMAN SERVICES Free estimates and senior discounts. 909-989-3454 Residential * Industrial * Commercial. We do it all. No job too big or small! 24/7 emergency services. Reasonable and reliable. Lic.400-990 30 years experience. ASA ELECTRIC
Residential and commercial. New installations, repairs and more!
Furniture Restoration
KEN'S Olden Oddities.com. Taking the time to care for Courier readers complete restoration needs since 1965. La Verne. Call 909-593-1846.
Garage Doors
DOT Will Do It! A full-service errand business. Dorothy "Dot" Sheehy. www.dotwilldoit.com. 909-621-9115 or 909-782-2885.
Irrigation
SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
INSTALLATIONS EXPERT REPAIRS DRIP SYSTEM SPECIALISTS C.F.PRIVETT, LIC.557151
Handyman
SMALL repair jobs, fencing, gates, brick block, concrete cutting, breaking and repair. 25 years in Claremont. Paul, 909-753-5360.
Claremont Handyman Service
951-283-9531
Claremont resident. Lic.860606
SERVICE * REPAIR * INSTALL Doors, Openers, Gates Same Day 24/7 Emergency Service 909-596-3300 accessdoorsco.com
909-621-5388 Haydens Services Inc.

Since 1978 Bonded * Insured No job too big or small!
Contractor
WENGER Construction. 25 years experience. Cabinetry, doors, electrical, drywall, crown molding. Lic.707381. Competitive pricing! 951-640-6616.
Bathroom Remodeling
A Bath-Brite authorized dealer. Bathtubs and sinks. Showers, tile, countertops. Refinish - Reglaze - Restore Porcelain, ceramic, fiberglass. Quick and affordable. Please call 945-7775. www.bath-brite.com
Serving Claremont Since 1995.

Residential, Commercial. Recessed lighting and design, breaker replacement, service panel upgrades, ceiling fans, trouble-shooting, landscaping lighting, pool and spa equipment replacement. Free estimates 24-hours. References. 909-900-8930 909-626-2242 Lic.806149
Gardening
EXPERIENCE our award winning maintenance! We create a customized maintenance program for your property and lifestyle needs. Sprinkler repairs and low voltage lighting. Call Alan Cantrall, 909-224-3327. Lic.861685 and insured.
Carpentry, repairs, gates, lighting, small painting projects. Odd jobs welcome! Free consultations. 909-921-6334 A-HANDYMAN New and Repairs Inside, outside, small, large, home, garage, yard, ONE CALL DOES IT ALL! 909-599-9530 Cell: 626-428-1691 Lic.323243 30 years experience! Claremont area.
24-hour emergency service. 909-982-8910

* Senior discount * Lic.359145
ADVANCED DON DAVIES

Veteran New and repairs.
ADVANCED DON DAVIES

Veteran, Mt. Sac, Cal Poly New, repairs. Professional. All sprinkler repairs.
909-599-9530
Serving Claremont for 30 years! Lic.323243
Call 909-599-9530 Now Cell: 626-428-1691
SERVICES
Landscape Lighting
ENJOY your yard after dark! We offer expert design installation and repair of low voltage lighting. Alan Cantrall Landscaping. 909-224-3327. Contractor Lic.861685.
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Landscaping
Painting
Roofing
Custom Construction Reroof specialist. Small repairs to large reroofs. Free estimates. 25 years experience. Lic.630203. Mark, 909-996-2981 GORDON Perry Roofing. Reroofing, repairs of all types. Free estimates. Quality work. Lic.C39588976. 909-944-3884. DOMINICS Roofing. Residential roofing and repairs. Free estimates. Lic.732789. Call Dominic, 951-212-9384.
Tree Care
BAUER TREE CARE 40 plus years in Claremont. Ornamental pruning available for your perennials. 909-624-8238.
Landscaping
DLS Landscaping and Design. Claremont native specializing in drought tolerant landscaping, drip systems and lighting. Artistic solutions for the future. Over 35 years experience. Call: 909-225-8855, 909-982-5965. Lic.585007.
SUNSET GARDENS LANDSCAPING. C-27 Lic.373833. Drought resistant landscapes. Turf removal. Irrigation specialist. Naturescapes. Desertscapes. Rockscapes. Masonry. Call John Cook, 909-231-8305. Claremont.
AFFORDABLE. Traditional or green options. Custom work. No job too big or too small. 20 years of Claremont resident referrals. Free estimates. Lic.721041. 909-922-8042. www.vjpaint.com.
Tutoring
HELP your child achieve success in school. Family man, currently completing graduate work in education, available for homework help and tutoring in your home or in my Claremont home. Evenings or weekends. $20 hourly. 626-466-8391, rcmsangab@gmail.com. Free initial consultation. PRIVATE tutor. Reading, writing and vocabulary. Experienced teacher over 40 years. Contact Allen, agross91768@yahoo.com or 909-629-6007.
Patio & Decks

ADVANCED DON DAVIES
New, refurbish and repair. Concrete, masonry, lighting, planters and retaining walls.
Learn Japanese
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GREEN SIDE UP LANDSCAPING

Landscape design and construction. New, re-landscaping and repairs. Concrete, block walls, masonry, BBQ, patio covers and fountains. Planting, irrigation, drainage, lighting and ponds. TAUGHT by Sumi Ohtani at the Claremont Forum in the Packing House. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons and evenings, for different levels. Tutoring available. Information: 909-626-3066.
Claremont area 30 years! Lic.323243
Sprinklers & Repair

ADVANCED DON DAVIES Veteran Mt. Sac, Cal Poly
New, repairs. Professional. All sprinkler repairs.
Pilates
621-4761
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Call 909-992-9087 Lic.941734 GREENWOOD LANDSCAPING CO.

Landscaping contractor for complete landscaping, irrigation, drainage, designing and gardening. Lic.520496 909-621-7770 ADVANCED DON DAVIES Mt. Sac, Cal Poly New, refurbish or repair. Design, drainage, concrete, slate, flagstone, lighting, irrigation, decomposed granite. 909-599-9530 Cell: 626-428-1691 Claremont area 30 years! Lic.323243
Painting
ACE SEVIER PAINTING Interior/Exterior BONDED and INSURED Many references. Claremont resident. 35 years experience. Lic.315050 Please call: 624-5080, 596-4095.
YOUR neigborhood classical Pilates studio. 665 E. Foothill Blvd. Unit M., Claremont, Ca 91711. Call for a free demo! 909-730-1033.
Call 909-599-9530 now Cell: 626-428-1691

WASTING WATER? Poor Coverage? Sprinkler repair. Installations and modifications. C.F. Privett 621-5388 Lic.557151 DURUSSEL Sprinklers. Install, repair, automate. Since 1982. Free estimates. Lic.540042. Call 909-982-1604.
Upholstery
Plastering & Stucco

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013067755 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as MEETING TECH AV, POIGNANT AUDIO VISUAL SERVICES, 1407 Foothill Blvd. 17, La Verne, CA 91750. John Allen Jewell, 1101 W. McKinley Ave. #374, Pomona, CA 91768. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above on 04/01/13. /s/ John Jewell This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/04/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 077290 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Pacific Advisors Employee Benefits, 333 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711. PA Warner LLC, 333 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above on 12/01/12. /s/ Kelly Kidwell Title: Manager This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/16/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013086823 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as ICODE ENGINEERING, JD PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL, 249 Independence Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. John Duan, 249 Independence Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ John Duan This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/26/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2013 T.S. No.: 2012-02003 Loan No.: 7141258306 NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/9/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashiers check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: KATHA REDMON AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: Power Default Services, Inc. Recorded 5/17/2006 as Instrument No. 06 1084016 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California. The subject Deed of Trust was modified by A Loan Modification Agreement effective October 1, 2010.
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Date of Sale: 6/3/2013 at 9:30 AM Place of Sale: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $340,164.75 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1772 ARALIA DRIVE POMONA, California 91766 A.P.N.: 8344-005-002 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorders office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 240-3530, using the file number assigned to this case 201202003. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 4/29/2013 Power Default Services, Inc. 1525 South Belt Line Rd Coppell, Texas 75019 Sale Line: (866) 240-3530 __________________________________ David Lopez, Foreclosure Specialist Publish: 5/10/13, 5/17/13, 5/24/13 NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND BID NOTICE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC OF THE INTENTION TO SELL CERTAIN PROPERTY OF THE CLAREMONT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (Property located at 700 W. Baseline Road, Claremont, California 91711) Pursuant to the provisions of Education Code section 17469, you are hereby notified that the Claremont Unified School District has adopted a resolution indicating its intention to sell its interest in certain property at 700 W. Baseline Road, Claremont, California 91711, known generally as the Districts former Service Center Property (the Property). Pursuant to Education Code section 17469, the Claremont Unified School District offers to sell the Property to the general public at a minimum bid of SEVEN MILLION DOLLARS ($7,000,000.00), at a public bid to be held on May 29, 2013 beginning at 11:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the District Office, located at 170 W. San Jose Ave., Claremont, California 91711. Interested bidders for the purchase of the Property shall submit a bid proposal on a form supplied by the Claremont Unified School District to Sue Brannon, Purchasing Coordinator at the Districts Business Office, located at 170 W. San Jose Ave., Claremont, California 91711 by 11:00 a.m. on May 29, 2013. All inquiries should be directed to: TIERRA DEVELOPMENT ADVISORS 901 Dove Street, Suite 140 Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949) 379-5263 Attention: Brandon Johnson ex.266 or Roland Chavez ex. 265 Publish: May 10, 17 and 24, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 089772 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as PEAK Eyegear, 534 Occidental Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. Mailing address: 140 N. Harvard Ave., #293, Claremont, CA 91711. PEAK EYEGEAR INC., 534 Occidental Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by a Corporation. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Gregory Rook Title: President This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 05/01/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST Loan: CUEVARR/4-11-02590-2PROPS Other: 136000030-H03 File: 2013-0105 WFT A.P. Number: 8709-065-017/5188-005-010 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED November 28, 2011, UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that Western Fidelity Trustees, as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by CUEVARRETE, INC. a California Corporation Recorded on 12/15/2011 as Instrument No. 2011-1697660 of Official records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 01/31/2013 as Instrument No. 2013-0160464 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 05/31/2013 at Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, CA at 9:00 A.M. AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You must also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of the outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Sec. 2924g of the Calif. Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee's sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property you may call (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Web Site www.priorityposting.com using the file number assigned to this case: 2013-0105. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close to the time of the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 931 PERCHERON DRIVE, WALNUT CAAND 3554 PERCY STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $67,393.78 In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee's Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. Dated: 05/03/2013 Western Fidelity Trustees, as said Trustee, 1222 Crenshaw Blvd., Suite B, Torrance, CA 90501 (310) 212-0700 By: Kathleen Herrera, Trustee Officer. 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/13 CNS-2482770# CLAREMONT COURIER Trustee Sale No. 26000CA Title Order No. 1350334 NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11-132006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 05-30-2013 at 9:00 AM, MERIDIAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE f/k/a MTDS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION DBA MERIDIAN TRUST DEED SERVICE as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 11-28-2006, Book , Page , Instrument 06 2623322 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, executed by: DAINIS KLEINBERGS AND MILA S. KLEINBERGS, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS as Trustor, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B., A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS BANK, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashiers check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashiers check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without convenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possesssion, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the notes (s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the
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time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, CA Legal Description: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation of the real property purported as: 20688 KELFIELD DRIVE , DIAMOND BAR, CA 91789 APN Number: 8763-016-001 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges:$526,535.76 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not the property itself. Placing the highest bid at trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorders office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site www. Priorityposting.com , using the file number assigned to this case 26000CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. In addition, the borrower on the loan shall be sent a written notice if the sale has been postponed for at least ten (10) business days. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold as is. DATE: 04-30-2013 MERIDIAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE f/k/a MTDS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION DBA MERIDIAN TRUST DEED SERVICE 3 SAN JOAQUIN PLAZA, SUITE 215, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660 Sales Line: (714) 573-1965 OR (702) 586-4500 MERIDIAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE IS ASSISTING THE BENEFICIARY TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. JESSE J. FERNANDEZ, PUBLICATION LEAD P1037054 5/10, 5/17, 05/24/2013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110145360 Doc ID #000237428922005N Title Order No. 11-0130087 Investor/Insurer No. 1044828366 APN No. 8670-018-019 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/20/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by WILLIAM R. MEYER, JR. AND JAN L. MEYER, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 12/20/2006 and recorded 12/28/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-2879148, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 06/19/2013 at 9:00AM, Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650, Vineyard Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2951 NORTH ROCKMONT AVE, CLAREMONT, CA, 91711. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $513,235.33. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on a property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting
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the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case TS No. 11-0145360. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. DATED: 03/15/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. A-4385528 05/17/2013, 05/24/2013, 05/31/2013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 100116083 Doc ID #0001705563392005N Title Order No. 10-8-428135 Investor/Insurer No. 1704094444 APN No. 8313-010-060 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/20/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by SHEILA P WALKER, A SINGLE WOMAN, dated 06/20/2007 and recorded 6/27/2007, as Instrument No. 20071538843, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 06/14/2013 at 11:00AM, By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 602 ASBURY DRIVE, CLAREMONT, CA, 91711. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $530,478.33. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on a property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case TS No. 10-0116083. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. DATED: 12/14/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. AFN4385337 05/17/2013, 05/24/2013, 05/31/2013
LEGAL TENDER
NOTICE OF DIVIDED PUBLICATION Made pursuant to Section 3381, Revenue and Taxation Code Pursuant to Sections 3381 through 3385, Revenue and Taxation Code, the Notice of Power to Sell Tax-Defaulted Property in and for Los Angeles County, State of California, has been divided and distributed to various newspapers of general circulation published in the County. A portion of the list appears in each of such newspapers. NOTICE OF IMPENDING POWER TO SELL TAX-DEFAULTED PROPERTY Made pursuant to Section 3361, Revenue and Taxation Code Notice is hereby given that real property taxes and assessments on the parcels described below will have been defaulted five or more years, or, in the case of nonresidential commercial property, property on which a nuisance abatement lien has been recorded or that can serve the public benefit by providing housing or services directly related to low-income persons when three or more years have elapsed and a request has been made by a city, county, city and county, or nonprofit organization that property will become subject to the Tax Collector's power to sell. The parcels listed will become subject to the Tax Collector's power to sell on July 1, 2013, at 12:01 a.m., by operation of law. The Tax Collector's power to sell will arise unless the property is either redeemed or made subject to an installment plan of redemption initiated as provided by law prior to 5:00 p.m., on June 28, 2013. The right to an installment plan terminates on June 28, 2013, and after that date the entire balance due must be paid in full to prevent sale of the property at public auction. The right of redemption survives the property becoming subject to the power to sell, but it terminates at 5:00 p.m. on the last business day before actual sale of the property by the Tax Collector. All information concerning redemption or the initiation of an installment plan of redemption will be furnished, upon request, by Mark J. Saladino, Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector, 225 North Hill Street, First Floor, Los Angeles, California 90012. The amount to redeem, in dollars and cents, is set forth opposite its parcel number. This amount includes all defaulted taxes, penalties, and fees that have accrued from the date of tax-default to the date of June 28, 2013. I certify, under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct. Dated this 2nd day of May, 2013.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 12-0021176 Title Order No. 12-0035279 APN No. 8671-026-007 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/03/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JUDY HARVIN, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 11/03/2006 and recorded 11/9/2006, as Instrument No. 20062490147, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 06/24/2013 at 9:00AM, Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650, Vineyard Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2218 GRAND AVENUE, CLAREMONT, CA, 91711. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $799,308.76. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on a property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorders office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case 12-0021176. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. DATED: 06/21/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281-8219 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.160512 5/24, 5/31, 6/07/2013 ORDINANCE NO. 2013-05 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLAREMONT, ADDING SECTION 11.10.160 TO CHAPTER 11.10 OF TITLE 11 OF THE CLAREMONT MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS AT MILLS AVENUE. WHEREAS, the City of Claremont (City) is a city organized under the laws of the State of California, with a duty and interest in protecting the public health, safety, and welfare within the City; and WHEREAS, pedestrians park on streets and roads on and near Mills Avenue and cross Mills Avenue at points other than at designated crosswalks to access the Claremont Hillsides Wilderness Park and Thompson Creek Trail; and WHEREAS, such pedestrian crossings pose a health and safety hazard to pedestrians and motorists; and WHEREAS, Vehicle Code Section 21961 authorizes the City to adopt ordinances prohibiting pedestrians from crossing roadways in areas other than at designated crosswalks; and WHEREAS, in order to preserve the public health, safety, and welfare, the City wishes to prohibit pedestrians from crossing that portion of Mills Avenue, north of Mt. Baldy Road, unless the crossing is made at a designated crosswalk. NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLAREMONT DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Section 11.10.160 is hereby added to Chapter 11.10 of Title 11 of the Claremont Municipal Code to read as follows: 11.10.160 CrosswalksUse required. No pedestrian shall cross a roadway other than by a crosswalk on that portion of Mills Avenue, north of Mt. Baldy Road. Section 2. The Mayor shall sign this Ordinance and the City Clerk shall attest and certify to the passage and adoption of it, and within fifteen (15) days, publish a summary of the Ordinance in the Claremont Courier, a semi-weekly newspaper of general circulation, printed, published, and circulated in the City of Claremont and thirty (30) days thereafter it shall take effect and be in force. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 14th day of May, 2013. /s/ Opanyi K. Nasiali ________________________________ Mayor, City of Claremont ATTEST: /s/ Lynne E. Fryman ________________________________ City Clerk, City of Claremont APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ Sonia R. Carvalho ________________________________ City Attorney, City of Claremont STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss. CITY OF CLAREMONT ) I, Lynne E. Fryman, City Clerk of the City of Claremont, County of Los Angeles, State of California, hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 2013-05 was introduced for first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 23rd day of April, 2013. That thereafter, said Ordinance was passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 14th day of May, 2013, by the following vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: SCHROEDER, PEDROZA, CALAYCAY, LYONS, NASIALI NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSTAINED: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE /s/ Lynne E. Fryman ________________________________ City Clerk Publish: May 24, 2013 Notice is hereby given that the Claremont City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council chamber, 225 W. 2nd St. to receive comment or protests about liens placed against certain properties for unpaid fees for sanitation services including, rubbish, sewer maintenance and street sweeping. The following is a list of delinquent accounts as of May 20, 2013. /s/ Lynne Fryman City Clerk City of Claremont Publish: May 24, 2013 Publish: May 31, 2013 If you have any questions, please call Sanitation at (909) 399-5453. SERVICE LOCATION Delinquent Balance 329 E CUCAMONGA $411.53 356 WEST POINT DR $411.53 424 WEST POINT DR $445.22 437 WEST POINT DR $515.13 369 OAKDALE DR $411.53 449 ELDER DR $370.53 185 E AMERICAN $348.97 157 BROWN DR $261.97 115 E SAN JOSE $653.09 126 E SAN JOSE $495.22 151 E SAN JOSE $507.04 200 E SAN JOSE $361.97 217 E ANNAPOLIS $361.97 360 E ANNAPOLIS $551.05 170 VILLANOVA $411.53 630 CITADEL $495.22 150 BUENA VISTA $207.24 354 S COLLEGE $495.22 650 S COLLEGE $411.53 509 CEDAR CREST $411.53 464 CONVERSE $361.97 358 VICTORIA PL $411.53 435 VICTORIA PL $361.97 451 SYCAMORE $307.93 132 BELHAVEN $433.35 236 S MILLS $625.49 690 W ARROW HWY $495.22 238 W GREEN ST $515.13 740 VASSAR $361.97 786 VASSAR $517.36 410 ST AUGUSTINE $411.53 229 W SAN JOSE $401.25 639 W SAN JOSE $361.97 679 W SAN JOSE $411.53 621 COLGATE PL $361.97 633 COLGATE PL $619.91 623 MARION DR $307.93 528 S MOUNTAIN $361.97 606 S MOUNTAIN $411.53 648 S MOUNTAIN $405.15 479 CARLETON $411.53 530 CARLETON $411.53 630 CARLETON $495.22 631 CARLETON $411.53 323 GENEVA $495.22 356 GENEVA $361.97 444 GENEVA $515.13 525 GENEVA $544.61 626 GENEVA $495.22 541 GENEVA $604.95 658 DOANE AVE $386.39 418 GUILFORD $324.99 555 GUILFORD $501.47 580 HENDRIX $411.53 609 HENDRIX $626.74 647 HENDRIX $380.00 666 HENDRIX $379.84 616 LEHIGH $327.49 373 VIRGINIA RD $361.97 441 GUILFORD $495.22 344 NOTRE DAME $409.19 489 NOTRE DAME $411.53 465 MARYGROVE $670.28 495 MARYGROVE $411.53 302 SPRINGFIELD $683.54 366 SPRINGFIELD $411.53 415 SPRINGFIELD $361.97 811 DRAKE $299.60 833 DRAKE $411.53 853 DRAKE $411.53 865 DRAKE $411.53 118 PRINCETON $411.53 126 PRINCETON $622.03 148 PRINCETON $411.53 103 PIEDMONT $361.97 111 PIEDMONT $307.93 148 PIEDMONT $453.07 219 PIEDMONT $411.53 596 E ARROW HWY $411.53 511 CLARION PL $495.22 546 CLARION PL $411.53 1660 AKRON PL $361.97 506 AURORA DR $270.87 619 BLACK HILLS DR $495.22 556 BLACK HILLS DR $339.32 1696 DENVER $361.97 1881 DENVER $495.22 685 ROCKFORD DR $411.53 430 CHAPARRAL DR $379.76 963 HARRISON $411.53 429 W 11TH ST $495.22 755 W 12TH ST $411.53 789 W 12TH ST $495.22 1585 OXFORD AVE $495.22 2141 OXFORD AVE $298.61 2190 OXFORD AVE $411.53 2243 OXFORD AVE $411.53 306 N MOUNTAIN $304.74 1483 N MOUNTAIN $357.92 1900 N MOUNTAIN $470.09 2530 N MOUNTAIN $370.53 436 STANFORD DR $361.97 443 STANFORD DR $424.53 2081 DRURY $411.53 870 LAWRENCE CIR $670.28 2150 URSINUS $453.07 256 CARVER $370.63 2309 WOOD $409.64 1636 MANKATO CT $407.98 1687 CHATTANOOGA $411.53 1820 ELMHURST $370.53 3719 ELMIRA $495.22 1736 CHATTANOOGA $244.77 3779 ELMIRA $670.28 981 DEEP SPRINGS $495.22 3762 HENDERSON WAY $411.53 517 N INDIAN HILL $450.81 1370 N INDIAN HILL $411.53 332 E RADCLIFFE $495.22 1934 ACADEMY CT $411.53 1195 BERKELEY $361.97 1114 HARVARD $411.53 1352 TULANE RD $307.93 1408 ASHLAND $361.97 1422 ASHLAND $411.53 841 N WESTERN DR $411.53 1445 NIAGARA $361.97 1405 REGIS $411.53 680 SCRIPPS DR $495.22 793 SCRIPPS DR $495.22 839 SCRIPPS DR $495.22 916 SCRIPPS DR $411.53 940 SCRIPPS DR $380.46 755 OCCIDENTAL DR $495.22 577 OCCIDENTAL DR $728.58 853 OCCIDENTAL DR $411.53 1009 OCCIDENTAL DR $411.53 1062 SCRIPPS DR $523.14 1656 FINECROFT DR $400.00 1682 CLEMSON $302.66 2110 KEMPER $411.53 958 MARYMOUNT $361.97 1546 NEWCOMB PL $361.97 1964 JUDSON CT $734.67 1979 JUDSON CT $442.48 1907 CHAPMAN RD $495.22 1908 CHAPMAN RD $839.09 1947 CHAPMAN RD $361.97 848 HURON DR $307.93 1612 RUTGERS CT $300.25 533 BOWLING GREEN DR $361.97 2106 SAN MARCOS PL $495.22 2129 SAN MARCOS PL $411.53 1975 BARD CT $411.53 266 MONTERREY DR $495.22 2161 FORBES $304.88 716 VALPARAISO $803.68 880 SYRACUSE DR $495.22 1861 ROSEMOUNT AVE $411.53 1933 ROSEMOUNT AVE $495.22 2163 SILVERTREE RD $411.53 1006 LAKE FOREST DR $495.22 538 RIDER CT $611.66 421 MIRAMAR $411.53 522 E MIRAMAR $411.53 845 ST JOHNS PL $619.91 2217 VILLA MARIA RD $361.97 2172 VILLA MARIA RD $436.11 2142 WILKES CT $670.28 760 VIA SANTA CATARI $411.53 1261 BERRIAN ST $407.72 383 ANDOVER $285.37 1252 REIMS ST $361.97 1257 FT LEWIS DR $411.53 2505 BONNIE BRAE $495.22 2417 BONNIE BRAE $411.53 1268 BRIARCROFT RD $495.22 1428 MURAL DR $515.13 1417 MURAL DR $383.69 1411 MURAL DR $370.26 2180 EDINBORO $411.53 137 LIMESTONE $411.53 155 LIMESTONE $495.22 1400 LYNOAK DR $370.53 1127 TURNINGBEND DR $626.49 1618 LYNOAK DR $495.22 2440 N SAN DIEGO $452.54 2476 SAN FERNANDO $618.73 518 CHARLESTON $670.28 420 HEIDELBURG LN $411.53 1524 MARJORIE $370.53 3310 N MILLS $419.35 655 MARSHALL $411.53 135 NASSAU $411.53 209 SWEETBRIAR $495.22 3393 YANKTON $223.45 184 BUTLER CT $495.22 151 BALL DR $411.53 144 BLOOM DR $302.23 309 ALAMOSA $641.91 408 ALAMOSA $411.53 238 W 10TH $544.17 228 W 10TH $544.17

206 OLIVE $685.87 220 OLIVE $797.28 437 W 6TH ST $458.46 447 W 7TH ST $685.87 264 W 12TH ST $685.87 113 E BASELINE $495.22 4031 GAREY $654.53 4157 LAS CASAS $411.53 1033 POMELLO $618.73 4134 TENANGO $495.22 4185 TENANGO $467.72 1019 AMADOR ST $495.22 3428 CAMPUS $515.13 1367 CEDARVIEW DR $495.22 616 GAYVILLE $361.97 3822 LEALMA $411.53 3021 RHODELIA $350.69 3027 RHODELIA $670.28 850 TOWNE $411.53 3801 NORTHAMPTON $380.22 1072 BUTTE ST $495.22 409 WARNER $359.80 429 WARNER $288.92 4199 NEW HAMPSHIRE $155.94 4368 VIA PADOVA $370.53 4312 MOHAWK $411.53 1067 LOOP BR $531.15 180 S CLAREMONT BLVD$411.53 160 S CLAREMONT BLVD$361.97 1389 FERGUS FLS $495.22 4430 ROCKY MTN $277.75 701 S INDIAN HILL $3,815.39 1420 N CLAREMONT BLVD $11,868.54 606 W BONITA $645.56 1 AUTO CENTER DR $10,457.94 267 S INDIAN HILL $1,415.31 3701 N MILLS $645.26 2040 SUMNER AVE $645.26 426 AUTO CENTER DR $2,902.02
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MARK J. SALADINO TREASURER AND TAX COLLECTOR COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES STATE OF CALIFORNIA PARCEL NUMBERING SYSTEM EXPLANATION The Assessor's Identification Number (AIN), when used to describe property in this list, refers to the Assessor's map book, the map page, the block on the map, if applicable, and the individual parcel on the map page or in the block. The Assessor's maps and further explanation of the parcel numbering system are available in the Assessor's Office, 500 West Temple Street, Room 225, Los Angeles, California 90012. The real property that is the subject of this notice is situated in the County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows: PROPERTY TAX DEFAULTED IN YEAR 2010 FOR TAXES, ASSESSMENT, AND OTHER CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-2010 5809 $368.34 CANNING,HELEN R AND MC CABE,MICHAEL M AIN: 8669-010-011 5810 $887.57 HABOUD,ALMA AIN: 8670-025-028 5813 $1,093.66 PADOVA PADUA HILLS AIN: 8673-025-029 5814 $884.11 PADOVA PADUA HILLS AIN: 8673-025-031 5816 $182.23 TOBIAS JENNIFER AIN: 8675-012-014 5817 $174.32 SEPS,MERRILL M DECD EST OF AIN: 8675-012-023 5818 $17,149.71 SEAVER,RICHARD C EXEC SEAVER,BYRON D DECD EST OF C/O NORTHERN TRUST NA REAL EST D AIN: 8678-019-012 5819 $13,954.13 DETERS LLC AIN: 8678-066-019 PROPERTY TAX DEFAULTED IN YEAR 2008 FOR TAXES, ASSESSMENT, AND OTHER CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008 5485 $7,578.33 LEWIS,DWIGHT SITUS:1446 TURNINGBEND DR CLAREMONT CA 91711-3038 AIN: 8302-029-025 5486 $43,747.86 RODRIGUEZ,MICHAEL P AND MARGARET T SITUS:606 MCKENNA ST CLAREMONT CA 91711-4660 AIN: 8313-010-044 5487 $3,017.30 HSJ INVESTMENTS LP SITUS:748 W 1ST ST CLAREMONT CA 91711-4606 AIN: 8313-027-025 5488 $37,996.86 ARTER,MARGARET H SITUS:646 SYCAMORE AVE CLAREMONT CA 91711-5563 AIN: 8315029-025 5557 $4,422.55 LOPEZ,SABINO R&ESTHER D SITUS:2217 B ST LA VERNE CA 91750-4816 AIN: 8381-027-025 5558 $1,706.26 RAMIREZ,JESSICA TR GREGORIO TREJO DECD TRUST AND TREJO,ANGELINA B DECD EST OF SITUS:1677 1ST ST LA VERNE CA 91750-5304 AIN: 8381-031-023 5559 $17,586.47 GARCIDUENAS,DEVON SITUS:1844 2ND ST LA VERNE CA 91750-5315 AIN: 8381-033-007 5808 $37.30 GROVE,GEORGE AND HELTON,JULIE SITUS:1757 EATON LN LA VERNE CA 917502681 AIN: 8666-030-116 5811 $5,644.75 CAYO,VLADIMIR B SITUS:265 E BLUE MOUNTAIN WAY CLAREMONT CA 91711-2825 AIN: 8671-025-022 5812 $910.60 DIALO,BOUBAKARY SITUS:569 MARTIN WAY CLAREMONT CA 91711-2262 AIN: 8671-036-053 5815 $941.93 RICO,ROBERT AND MIRELIA SITUS:4479 CARDINAL CUSHING CLAREMONT CA 917118313 AIN: 8673-025-044 CN885150. Publish: May 24 and 31, 2013
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013094834 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as 2TREASURESELLERS, 486 Norwich Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. Steven Lee Foster, 486 Norwich Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. Melanie Jeanne Foster, 486 Norwich Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by a Married Couple. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above on 05/08/2013. /s/ Steven Lee Foster This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 05/08/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 17, 24, 31 and June 7, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 088482 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as PMH Creative Design, 1872 Clear Falls Ave., La Verne, CA 91750. Patricia Hardenburger, 1872 Clear Falls Ave., La Verne, CA 91750. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Patricia Hardenburger This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/30/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 17, 24, 31 and June 7, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 104548 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Mikeys Shop, 1175 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711. Michael Thompson, 1175 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Michael Thompson This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 05/20/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 24, 31, June 7 and 14, 2013
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REAL ESTATE
Mason handled 2 transactions for us this year and we were very pleased to have worked with him. His knowledge of the area was great, which was important to us, and he was always available to answer our questions. A big plus these dayshe answered phone calls promptly and was available by email as well. Both transactions went extremely well and we would recommended him to anyone interested in buying or selling a home in this area.
Rick & Diana T.

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Trustee Sale No. : 20120015001208 Title Order No.: 120085742 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/03/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEx West, L.L.C., as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 03/09/2006 as Instrument No. 06 0507822 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: RICARDO MELENDEZ AND HENRY MELENDEZ, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other
form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 06/18/2013 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA POMONA, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 24318 SYLVAN GLEN RD UNIT F, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA 91765 APN#: 8704-056-157 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $326,030.07. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 20120015001208. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: PRIORITY POSTING & PUBLISHING, INC. 17501 IRVINE BLVD., SUITE ONE TUSTIN, CA 92780 714-573-1965 www.priorityposting.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 05/16/2013 P1040394 5/24, 5/31, 06/07/2013
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Outstanding Claraboya pool home. This single story, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home perfect for entertaining, has a large sunken living room and family room next to the kitchen with a breakfast nook. The spacious back yard is a private oasis with a pool, spa, patio, fountains, planters and views of the valley and city lights. Over-sized detached 2car garage with storage. $865,000. (M649)
649 MARYLIND AVE., CLAREMONT Unique one bedroom, custom built home on a spacious, wooded lot. Fireplace in living room, sky lights, newer water heater, concrete and brick driveway, automatic sprinklers, forced heat/air conditioning and brick patio with outdoor fireplace. Room to remodel or add on. $355,000. (M649)
CLAREMONT CLUB TERRACE Immaculate 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom condo. Approximately 1563 sq. ft. with vaulted ceilings, sky lights, laminate flooring and private balcony off master bedroom. Lots of storage. Community pool and spa. $435,000. (A1831)
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Prestigious hillside community of Claraboya. Open floor plan, formal living and dining room, master bedroom and family room overlook the courtyard and pool. Chef's kitchen, dine on the patio. Stunning city lights and serene valley views. Claremont schools, Claremont Colleges. (V798) Bernadette Kendall bernadette.kendall@sothebysrealty.com - 909.670.1717
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1965 Classic tri-level home, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2569 sq. ft., formal living and dining room, spacious family room with fireplace. RV parking. 10,244 sq. ft. lot, excellent Claremont schools, Claremont Colleges. (S2135) Bernadette Kendall bernadette.kendall@sothebysrealty.com - 909.670.1717
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Its all in the details:

Terri Kegans, CUSDs Teacher of the Year/PAGE 5

POLICE BLOTTER/ PAGE 4 SUMMER OPPS/ PAGE 12

LETTERS/ PAGE 7 CALENDAR/ PAGE 18

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District office art installation

Editor-in-Chief Kathryn Dunn

Education Reporter/Obituaries Sarah Torribio

Sports Reporter Chris Oakley

Photo Editor/Staff Photographer Steven Felschundneff

Reporter At Large Pat Yarborough Calendar Editor

Back Page Sammy

Classified Editor Jessica Gustin

Billing/Accounting Manager Dee Proffitt Distribution/Publications Tom Smith

Consider the source

Our community newspaper is one of the best in California.

Interns Christina Burton

one hundred and fifth year, number 27

Claremont COURIER/Friday, May 24, 2013

Pomona College maps out plans for laboratory renovation

City officials travel to DC to champion local interests

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Claremont COURIER/Friday, May 24, 2013

Team player Kegans takes Teacher of the Year honors

Service Center auction looms; San Antonio likely replacement site

Claremont COURIER/Friday, May 24, 2013

When travel plans get a surprise

How many million do you make?

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City should settle with Pizza N Such

S 744 and the social safety net

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OFFICIALS IN DC continued from page 3

Keeping arts in education

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Norwegian floral artwork catches world travelers fancy

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SENIOR SPOTLIGHT continued from the previous page

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Lessons learned by working the commencement circuit

Have you checked our website today?

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HMC grads urged to continue brain training, savor the memories

Friday, May 24 to Saturday, June 1

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YOUR WEEK IN 9 DAYS

Claremont After Hours

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Photos by Steven Felschundneff

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Local artist to sign commemorative Claremont Metro posters at Library

Claremont COURIER/Friday, May 24, 2013

Photo courtesy of Henry Rollins

Henry Rollins furious schedule includes Claremont Folk Festival