Mountain Views News          Saturday, May 15, 2010

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 Mountain Views News Saturday, May 15, 2010

PASADENA YOUNG MUSICIANS 
ORCHESTRA PRESENTS

LIGHTS! CAMERA! MUSIC! 

A Tribute to Movie Music

Sunday, May 23, 2010; 3:30 p.m.

Sexson Auditorium, Pasadena City College

 

 

Tickets for “Lights! Camera! Music!” may be purchased at the 
door for the suggested donation price of $5 for adults and $3 for 
students and seniors. Children under age 12 are free. 

 

For more information about PYMO or its upcoming 
performances, call (626) 403-1086 or visit the orchestra’s website, 
www.pymo.org.

 

Pasadena City College is located at 1570 East Colorado Blvd in 
Pasadena, with parking available at any PCC student lot for $2. 

 

Weather Wise


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Where the Wild Things Arefamilymoviefridaysapril 23, 2010Hotel for Dogsmay 7, 2010Cloudy with a Chancemay 21, 2010of MeatballsMonsters vs. AliensJUNe 4, 2010spoNsored by theSierra Madre Volunteer Firefighters Association 
KERSTING COURT7:45ploCatioNstart timeABSOLUTELY FREE!
for more information, please contact Community 
& personnel services at 626-355-5278.
BE INFORMED. 

 The Arcadia Republican Woman's Club is hosting a forum 
for the republican Candidates for the 59th Assembly 
District and the 44th Assembly District. Everyone is 
welcome. Location is the Santa Anita Golf Course on 
Wednesday May 19th at 5:30. Cost is $22.00 which includes 
dinner. All who live in Arcadia, Monrovia, Sierra Madre, 
and Bradbury are in those districts. The primary election 
is June 8th. 

Kiwanis Offers JPL Scientist 
Patzert’s Program About 
Drought and Rainfall 

 

On June 1st, the Sierra Madre Kiwanis Club will present a 
fascinating program by JPL research scientist Dr. Bill Patzert who 
will speak about climate change, drought, and rainfall.

Dr. Patzert, a climatologist and oceanographer, has been 
conducting research on the ocean’s role in climate changes and 
serves as JPL’s media spokesperson for ocean and climate related 
activities. During his career, he has served as a consultant to 
NASA, the U.S. Department of Commerce, United Nations and 
many scientific and environmental groups. He has received 
many awards for scientific accomplishments, including 4 NASA 
Exceptional Service Medals and the Medal of the Centre National 
d’Etudes Spatiales (highest award of the French Space Agency). 

Area residents who are interested in climatology and how it 
affects our local weather and water resources shouldn’t miss this 
opportunity to have the science of climate explained by a trusted 
and credentialed expert in the field. 

The meeting will be Tuesday, June 1 at noon at the Masonic 
Temple, 33 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. The public is invited. Lunch 
will be served. The cost is $11 per person; reservations and exact 
change are required. For reservations, please contact Harriet Lyle 
at 355-6786 no later than noon the preceding Monday.

Sierra Madre Chorale 

Spring Concert

Under the direction of Fred Copeland and accompanied by 
Stephanie Wan Hsiu Lan the chorale will celebrate their 15th 
Anniversary 

With Songs Of the Old and New

Friday May 21, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.

and 

Sunday May 23, 2009 at 4:30 p.m.

Sierra Madre United Methodist Church 

695 W. Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre, Ca

Donations: $7.00 Advance $8.00 at the door

children under 12 - free

Choir rehearsals are on Monday evenings 7:30 to 9:30 at 695 W. 
Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre if you enjoy singing please join 
us ( no tryouts necessary)

For further information please call Susan Beach at 626-357-0560


TROUGH RECORDS NIGHT AT 
SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE 
ON MAY 23 

WHAT/WHO: Trough Records Night. Singer/songwriters based 
in the Los Angeles Acoustic Underground. (See list below.) 
Presented by Tedrow Music and Sierra Madre Playhouse. 

WHERE: Sierra Madre Playhouse 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., 
Sierra Madre, CA 91024. Ample free parking behind theatre. 

WHEN: Sunday, May 23, 2010 at 7 p.m. 

ADMISSION: $10. RESERVATIONS: (626) 969-0778. 

INFORMATION: www.sierramadreplayhouse.org 

CONSUMER ADVISORY: Suitable for all ages. 

* * * * * 

 Independent label Trough Records presents nine of its 
best acts live: 

 Tim Tedrow & Terry Vreeland: Music from the true Folk 
Heritage. Clean, sweet harmonies and songs of love, struggle, 
peace and social justice. 

 Lisa Johnson: Johnson’s sometimes haunting, sometimes 
raw, sometimes tender and always emotionally honest music is 
as compelling as it is listenable. 

 Paul Zollo: A true Renaissance man of popular music. 
Zollo has written critically acclaimed books on pop icons, 
become known as a serious photographer, and has written some 
seriously great songs. 

 Rod Smear: One of L.A.’s most respected performing 
songwriters. Smear’s enigmatic lyrics, catchy melodies and 
mind-blowing delivery are legendary---for good reason. 

 Mark Humphreys: An explorer of the frailties and treasures 
living in the human soul. Humphreys’ songs speak of the grand 
adventure found in everyday life. 

 Phil Ward: An authentic comic mastermind, Ward also 
happens to be a phenomenal songwriter. This is some of the 
weirdest, funniest stuff you’ll ever hear from a folk singer---or 
anybody, period. 

 Andrew Lorand: Intelligent, hilarious, compelling, 
heartbreaking---sometimes all within one song--- Andrew 
Lorand’s songs have been praised (and recorded by) some of 
his most talented peers, which is the greatest compliment any 
songwriter can be paid. 

 Piper-Grey: Two unique songwriting talents bring their 
diverse styles together in a one-of-a-kind sound. 

 Dave Morrison: Songs of longing, love, the quest for home 
and the meaning of freedom. Morrison writes some of the most 
compelling musical tales ever told. 

Lifeguard Training Course

The Sierra Madre Aquatic Center will be hosting an American 
Redcross Lifeguard Training Course. The course will be held on 
the following dates: April 24 and 25 and May 1 and 2. Participants 
will need to attend all four dates, from 9:00am-5:00pm. The cost 
of the program is $171 per person. Call 626-355-5278 for more 
information and the registration process.

Water Safety Instructor Course

The Sierra Madre Aquatic Center will be hosting an American 
Redcross water Safety Instructor Training Course. The course 
will be held on the following dates: May 9, 23, and 30 and June 
6. Participants will need to attend all four dates, from 9:00am-
5:00pm. The cost of the program is $171 per person. Call 626-
355-5278 for more information and the registration process.

2010 Mount Wilson 
Trail Race

8.6 mile course, begins and ends on pavement, in between it’s a 
dirt path no more than 3 feet wide. 

Elevation gain of more than 2,100 feet. Turnaround point is at 
Orchard Camp, 4.3 miles from race start. Much of the race is on 
the Mt. Wilson Trail, with occasional vertical drop-offs of several 
hundred feet. Emergency support is stationed along the course to 
provide aid, if needed. Boy Scout and Cub Scout troops provide 
water at two locations, the 2.3 and the 4.3 (turnaround) mile 
marks.

Registration forms for the Mount Wilson Trail Race are 
now available at the following locations: Sierra Madre 
City Hall, Sierra Madre Library, Sierra Madre Chamber of 
Commerce, and Community and Personnel Services Office. 
Electronic registration forms can be downloaded at www.
mountwilsontrailrace.com and is attached to the email. Be sure 
to register early as the Mount Wilson Trail Race is limited to 300 
participants. For more information call 626-355-5278.

Volunteer Opportunities

RACE COMPONENTS:

Pasta Feed Dinner – May 28, 2010

- The pasta feed dinner is held the Friday before the Mount 
Wilson Trail Race. The dinner is sponsored by Café 322, 
which provides the food for the event. The dinner is open 
to anyone, not just race participants and costs $7.00 per 
person. The pasta feed dinner is held in Kersting Court 
from 5:30pm-7:00pm.

- Arrive at 3:00pm, Kersting Court

- Assist with table and chair setup, distribution of food, and 
event clean up.

Race Day Set Up – May 29, 2010

- The Mount Wilson Trail Rae begins at 7:30am; however 
setup for the event will start at 5:00am. The registration 
area, kids’ art show, and trail race booths will need to be 
set up prior to the event along with barricades and other 
miscellaneous race components.

- Arrive at 5:00am, Kersting Court 

- Assist with set up of: kids’ art show, booths, and 
registration area.

Kids Fun Run – May 29, 2010

2010 marks the 5th year of the Kids Fun Run. Youth ages 
3 and up will race one mile, starting at Kersting Court, 
running up Baldwin Ave., and back down to Kersting 
Court. The race begins at 7:45am for the older youth, and 
7:50 for the younger youth. The race is open to any child 
that wants to participate and the first 150 youth receive a 
free t-shirt as well.

- Arrive at 7:00am, Kersting Court

- Organize youth into two groups; 6 and under, 7 and up.

Beer Garden – May 29, 2010

- The beer garden is sponsored by Spaten West, with all 
proceeds donated to the Sierra Madre Search and Rescue. 
The Spero Foundation will provide the ABC License for the 
event. The beer garden will be held in Kersting Court, from 
9:00am – 11:30am.

- Arrive at 8:00am, Kersting Court 

- Assist with checking of ID at entrance, setup of beer 
garden tables and chairs.

Kids Art Show

For 2010, the Kids’ Art Show will utilize old running shoes 
as the canvas for the art show. We are seeking donations 
of old running shoes in order to have enough for youth 
to decorate. Please drop off old running shoes at the 
Community Services Office.

If you are interested in assisting with the Mount Wilson Trail Race 
please call Adam Matsumoto, Recreation Supervisor at 626-355-
5278 or by email at amatsumoto@cityofsierramadre.com. 

Sierra Madre Dolphins Swim 
Team 

Registration for the 2010 Summer Dolphins Swim Team will 
begin on Monday, May 17, 2010. Online registration may 
be done at www.cityofsierramadre.com/onlineregistration. 
Please see the attached letter for more information on the new 
online registration process. Participants must be between the 
ages of 5 and 17 and be able to swim the length of the pool (33 
yards). The cost is $170.00 per child for the summer. Practices 
will begin on June 14th and go through the end of August; the 
practice schedule is as follows: Monday-Friday: 7:30am – 8:45am 
and 3:00pm-4:15pm and occasional Saturday mornings: Swim 
meets. We ask that both you and your children attend the first 
practice on June 14th so that we may get acquainted and address 
various issues such as swimsuit ordering and volunteer signup 
information.

2010 Summer Swim Lesson 
Registration and Swim Test 
Day

The Sierra Madre Aquatic Center will be opening on 
June 14, 2010. Early registration for summer swim 
lessons will begin online Monday, May 24, 2010 at 
9:00 am. The City of Sierra Madre has debuted a new 
online registration system at www.cityofsierramadre.
com/onlineregistration which we hope will make 
registering your child for swim lessons much more 
convenient. Unlike the previous online system, the 
cost to register online is the same for participants as 
registering in person. Instructions for creating an 
online account are on the reverse side of this letter. 
If you would like assistance in creating your account, 
Community and Personnel Services staff will be 
available to assist program users on Saturday, May 
22, 2010 from 12:00 – 2:00 pm at the Aquatic Center. 
Creating your account in advance will expedite your 
process for Aquatic Swim Lessons on Monday, May 
24. Walk-in registration will begin on Monday, June 7. 
You can register at the Community Recreation Center 
next door to the pool or at the Hart Park House in 
Memorial Park, next to City Hall. 

If you are unsure of what level to place your child in 
visit the Sierra Madre Aquatic Center on Saturday, 
May 22, 2010 for a free swim test day. This is a great 
opportunity to have your child evaluated by Sierra 
Madre Swim Instructors and have recommendations 
made for swim lesson placement. The pool will be open 
from 12:00pm -2:00pm for swim lesson evaluations. 
The Sierra Madre Aquatic Center is located at 611 E. 
Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024. For more 
information call 626-355-5278.

Water Harvesting —

Never Water Again!

Saturday, May 22 10am– Noon

$22 members / $25 non-members 

Reservations preferred; please call 626.821.4623…or you may 
pay at the door.

Solve your thirsty yard’s needs through passive resources like 
rain, runoff, and recycled domestic tap. Water is becoming 
more precious. Design your surroundings utilizing concepts in 
permaculture and reap the benefits for years to come. We’ll cover 
simple, sustainable methods to store water right where you want 
it so it’s available through the seasons. All techniques utilize 
materials on hand and simple installation methods.

Instructor Caitlin Bergman is both The Arboretum’s propagator 
and certified permaculture designer. She is also the lead designer 
in The Arboretum’s Permasphere.

Descanso Discoveries Summer Camp

Surprise and Adventure in La Canada

 

Descanso Gardens is partnering with La Canada’s Child Educational 
Center (CEC) to present a memorable outdoor summer camp 
experience for children entering grades 2 thru 6. 

 Descanso Discoveries Summer Camp uses the magnificent outdoor 
classroom of the Gardens and offers plenty of physical activities, 
surprise and adventure under the oaks. Campers can try their hands 
at gardening, cooking, orienteering, science labs and more. With a goal 
to connect a child’s innate curiosity and affinity to the natural world, 
Descanso Discoveries presents these experiences in a safe and fun 
manner that will make kids want to come back every day! 

 There are three weekly sessions of Descanso Discoveries: Monday-
Friday, June 21-25; July 12-16; and Aug. 2-6. Camp hours are from 
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with before and after care taking place at the CEC. 
Parents can drop off children at the CEC for transportation to and from 
Descanso Discoveries as early as 7 a.m.; aftercare runs until 6 p.m. 

 The cost for Descanso Discoveries is $400 a weekly session.

 For more information and about the CEC, visit www.ceclonline.org. 
To register for Descanso Discoveries Summer Camp, contact Allegra 
Inganni at (818) 354-3418 or allegra@caltech.edu. 

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