Mountain Views News          Saturday, June 2, 2012

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Mountain Views-News Saturday June 2, 2012 

YOGA IN THE GARDEN AT THE ARBORETUM – 

Thursday mornings and Tuesday evenings 

Certified yoga instructor Candyce Columbus will take students on a 
10-15 minute warm up stroll through the garden prior to an hour-
long rejuvenating traditional Indian Hatha yoga class. Each session 
will include asanas (yoga poses), pranayama (breathing exercises), 
vinaysa (yoga flow series), mudras (yoga in the hands), meditation 
(guided) and relaxation. Students should bring a substantial yoga 
mat and blanket or towel for extra-padding as needed, and wear 
comfortable clothes.

Tuesday Evenings: 6:00-7:15pm

June 5, 12, 19, 26 - July 10, 17, 24, 31- August 7, 14, 21, 28

Sept 4, 11, 18, 25 - October 2, 9, 16, 23

$30 per month - Arboretum members $35 per month - non–members 

$10 Drop In - per day

6:00pm-7:15pm: Please meet PROMPTLY at 5:45pm in front of 
Main Entrance, outside Membership / During this after-hours dusk 
time in the Arboretum we will experience this wonderful environment 
in a whole new way, sharing it only with the peacocks, squirrels 
and other resident critters. End your day in a relaxing way with 
a short stroll, multi-level Hatha yoga practice, mudras, self-healers 
and final relaxation. Be sure to layer your clothing. Bring a blanket 
or towel, your yoga mat and water to sip.

Thursdays mornings: 9:30-10:45am

June 7, 14, 21, 28 - July 5, 12, 19, 26 - August 2, 9, 16, 23

Sept 6, 13, 20, 27 - October 4, 11, 18, 25 - Nov 1, 8, 15, 29

Dec 6, 13, 20, 27

$30 per month - Arboretum members $35 per month - non–members 

$10 Drop In - per day

9:30-10:45am: Please meet PROMPTLY at 9:15 in front of Main Entrance, 
outside Membership / Certified yoga instructor Candyce Columbus 
will take students on a 10-15 minute warm up stroll through 
the garden prior to an hour-long rejuvenating traditional Indian 
Hatha yoga class. Students should bring a substantial yoga mat and 
blanket or towel for extra-padding as needed, and wear comfortable 
clothes.

A LITTLE MAGIC IN ARCADIA AND CLOUDY SKIES DON’T HURT

MAGIC FIELD DAY By Joan Schmidt

 Friday, May 25th was a very exciting day in Arcadia 
for the Immaculate Conception-Annunciation students. The 
day’s festivities began with “Anthony’s Magic Show” in the 
Annunciation Parish Hall. After doing so well on the “World’s 
Finest Candy Sale”, the students are rewarded with a special 
assembly. Anthony the Magic (Hernandez) thrilled them with 
all the tricks he had up his sleeve!

 The show began with a dove, that becomes two right 
before your eyes! At one point, the dove was in a cage, you 
saw fire & then the dove again! Then out of his sleeve he pulls 
out a blue scarf, then a yellow one, pink, green, orange and 
purple ones! It was awesome! Then from the scarfs, he pulls 
out a rabbit! The students loved it. The rabbit is placed into a 
cage, a small cloth put over the cage, and when he removes the 
cloth, a darling Chihuahua, “Anthony Jr.” is there instead! 

 Anthony is internationally known. Originally he hailed 
from Georgia. His partner is Dawn and together they put on 
quite a show. He has appeared at the Ice Palace, and they are 
working on a contract at Lego Land. Please go to “Anthony 
the Magic” on line. You 
can view one of his shows 
on you-tube and if you are 
interested in booking a 
really entertaining act, call 
(951-538-4221) for more 
info.

 When the Magic Show was complete, there was a brief 
period for recess and then the Field Day Fun Activities began. 
In the school, there are several Faith Families headed by two or 
three eighth graders. Each family has students from all grade levels. 
The Faith Families meet once a month. Usually the School attends 
Mass, and then it’s off to the Moderator’s Classroom. Over the years, 
they have made cards at Christmas for the homebound, banners for 
special events, Valentines for Assisted Living residents, cards for 
soldiers, decorations for the Fiesta and much more. These Faith 
Families provide an opportunity for the lower grade and upper 
grade students to bond, to work together and promotes lasting 
friendships.

 For Field Day, there are several different events. Each 
family participates at each event and scores are tallied. The 8th Grade 
does an outstanding job of setting up all the events. Some include an 
obstacle course, shooting basketballs, dodge ball, short run relay, bean 
toss, and other neat games.

 At the end, the results are given. This year’s first place 
was Mrs. Morales’ kindergarten class. Second place honors 
went to Miss Vasquez’ 3rd grade, and 3rd place to Mrs. Friedman’s 5th 
grade class. Well done, Grizzles!


AAUW to End Year with 

Melodies and Accolades 

 The Arcadia Branch of the American Association 
of University Women (AAUW) will complete a year 
of successful meetings and events by enjoying a festive 
luncheon with entertainment by keyboardist Jay Munns. 
The event will take place on Monday, June 11, in the Church 
of the Good Shepherd’s Jordan Hall, 400 W. Duarte Road 
(SW corner of Duarte Rd. and Holly Ave.), Arcadia. Caterer 
Blennie Danielson, back by popular demand, is scheduled 
to begin serving at 12:30 p.m., with Jay Munns’ performance 
to follow at 1:30 p.m.

 San Gabriel Valley resident Jay Munns is known 
throughout the Southland for his television and radio 
performances that feature memorable songs from the 
Twenties, Thirties, and Forties. Even U. S. Presidents and 
celebrities have been in his audience. Munns plans to invite 
Arcadia AAUW members and guests to sing along from the 
song sheets he provides for his audience.

 The Arcadia AAUW meeting will recap the year’s 
events, such as the fund-raising luncheon for AAUW’s 
Educational Foundation at which Pasadena author Lisa 
See spoke. The meeting will conclude with the installation 
of Arcadia Branch officers and Board of Directors. Past 
President Betty Harris will be honored with a certificate 
for her fifty years as an AAUW member. Finally, Arcadia 
AAUW’s “Woman of Achievement-2012” award will be 
presented to a very deserving member.

 Caterer Blennie Danielson has planned a delightful 
luncheon menu centered around her famous Sonoma 
chicken wraps, accompanied by salad, soup, and more. 
The cost of the luncheon for members and guests is $15. 
Reservations are due by June 6. To reserve, call Robin 
Graney at (626) 447-1169. Checks should be made payable 
to: Arcadia Branch-AAUW. You may make out your 
checks ahead of time, but please do not mail them to Robin. 
Simply bring checks or cash payments to the meeting on 
June 11. The June meeting is always a high point of the year.

ARCADIA POLICE BLOTTER

For the period of Sunday, May 20th, through Saturday, May 26th, the Police Department responded to 1,056 calls for service of which 134 
required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of the major incidents handled by the Department during this period.

Sunday, May 20:

1. Around 2:15 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a black Mitsubishi for lane swerving, in the area of Foothill Boulevard and 
San Carlos Road. The officer discovered the driver and passenger were under the influence and unable to care for themselves. The suspects, 
both 20-year-old Hispanic females, were arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Their vehicle was impounded.
2. At approximately 6:56 p.m., officers were dispatched to Macy’s at the Santa Anita Mall, 400 South Baldwin Avenue, in 
reference to a theft report. Two females, 29 and 30-years-old, concealed merchandise inside their purses and exited the store without 
making payment. The suspects were arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 


Monday, May 21:

3. At about 12:42 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the 2000 block of Bradford Avenue regarding a burglary that had just occurred. 
Officers conducted an area check for the suspects described as two young adult Hispanic males but were unable to locate them. The elderly 
victim walked to her living room after hearing a loud noise and saw the suspects trying to climb inside through her window. Once the 
suspects saw the victim, they fled the scene out of sight. No property was taken. 
4. Shortly after 2:25 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the Arcadia Police Department front counter in regards to a fraud report. The 
victims discovered unknown suspect(s) opened approximately twelve credit card accounts from multiple businesses under their names. 
They had no idea how their personal information was compromised. 


Tuesday, May 22:

5. Around 9:18 a.m., an officer responded to the bus stop on Huntington Drive at Golden West Avenue regarding a subject drunk 
in public. The officer discovered the subject drank a pint of Vodka and was unable to care for himself. The 45-year-old Hispanic male was 
arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 
6. At approximately 6:52 p.m., officers were dispatched to Nordstrom at the Santa Anita Mall, 400 South Baldwin Avenue, in regards 
to a theft report. Two female suspects exited the store without making payment for merchandise they concealed inside a used shopping 
bag. An investigation revealed the suspects were also in possession of stolen merchandise from Nordstrom Glendale. The two 19-year-old 
White females were arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 


 

Wednesday, May 23:

7. At about 12:00 a.m., officers conducted a subject check on a suspicious male walking through the residential area of Foothill 
Boulevard and North Baldwin Avenue. An investigation revealed the subject was in possession of methamphetamines and drug 
paraphernalia. The 25-year-old Hispanic male was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 
8. At approximately 10:55 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 000 block of Panorama Drive regarding a suspicious occupied vehicle. 
The reporting party explained an unknown Hispanic male knocked on her door, asked for an unknown resident, and then left in a grey 
Volkswagen Jetta driven by a Hispanic female. As an officer arrived on scene, the same Jetta flagged him down to ask for directions to an 
unknown Arcadia address. Upon contact with the driver, the officer observed two laptops and a Playstation in the backseat. Meanwhile, 
another resident nearby ran through his front yard and shouted that his house had been burglarized by two Hispanic males. The officer 
detained the 19-year-old female driver for suspicion of burglary. 


 A short time later, officers located and detained two Hispanic males hiding in a residential construction site located in the 000 block of 
Paloma Drive. The suspects were positively identified as those seen fleeing from the Panorama residence. An investigation revealed the 
male suspects forced entry through a window, stole numerous items, and fled in the Jetta. While attempting to burglarize a second home, 
the suspects left the suspect vehicle and fled on foot. The 18 and 19-year-old Hispanic males and the female driver were arrested, and 
transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 

Thursday, May 24:

9. Shortly after 10:35 a.m., an officer responded to the area of Colorado Street and Michillinda Avenue regarding a subject 
check request on two suspicious males in the area. Upon arrival, the officer observed two male adults walking in lanes of traffic. An 
investigation revealed one subject had a large dagger concealed inside his pants pocket. The 23-year-old Hispanic male was arrested 
and transported to the Arcadia City Jail. 
10. Between 6:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a white Honda Civic from the Olive Garden parking lot, 430 East 
Huntington Drive. The victim had no idea who took his vehicle, and no one reported seeing or hearing anything suspicious. 


Friday, May 25:

11. At approximately 2:00 p.m., an officer conducted an enforcement stop on a white GMC for a warrant attached to the license 
plate, at Baldwin Avenue and Harvard Drive. An investigation revealed the outstanding misdemeanor warrant belonged to the driver 
who also had a suspended license. The 58-year-old White male was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 
12. Around 6:47 p.m., an officer responded to the Santa Anita Mall security office, 400 South Baldwin Avenue, regarding a battery 
report. As the victim was exiting Wet Seal, an unknown male elbowed her in the left side causing her to stumble over and hit her hand 
against a display rack. She had no idea who the man was or why he assaulted her. The suspect is described as a White male in his thirties, 
about 6’0” tall, 160 lbs., wearing a black backpack, dark t-shirt, and khaki colored shorts. Mall security conducted an area check but 
met with negative results. 


Saturday, May 26:

13. At approximately 3:40 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the 000 block of East Pamela Road in regards to a residential burglary 
report. The victim explained he discovered two laptops and one Kindle tablet missing from his home on May 17. The reason he waited 
so long to file the report was unknown. The officer was unable to locate any signs of forced entry. 


14. Shortly after 4:50 p.m., an officer responded to Fairview Park, 542 Fairview Avenue, in reference to a bush on fire. Arcadia Fire 
personnel responded to the scene and extinguished the flames. An investigation revealed unknown suspect(s) ignited three pine cones 
inside a barbeque which caused 250 square feet of adjacent bushes to catch fire from the debris. Residents nearby did not hear or see 
anything suspicious. 


FREE HANDS-ONLY CPR 
TRAINING AT SANTA ANITA 
MALL JUNE 7

Methodist Hospital will provide free Hands-OnlyTM CPR (cardio-
pulmonary resuscitation) training Thursday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 
noon, at the Westfield Santa Anita Mall. 

Part of a countywide event, the training will occur near the food court 
outside Johnny Rockets restaurant next to Methodist Hospital’s Heart 
Check blood pressure center. About two dozen registered nurses will 
demonstrate the basics and proper techniques of the American Heart 
Association’s Hands-OnlyTM CPR, and participants can practice on 
mannequins.

 “It only takes a few minutes per person,” said Ilene Frost, RN, 
Methodist Hospital instructor. “We want to encourage people to 
come out to the mall and take a few minutes to learn this vital skill.”

 Los Angeles County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency 
and the American Heart Association (AHA), have collaborated to 
promote this Sidewalk CPR event in communities throughout the 
county in observance of National CPR Week. 

“We want to teach as many as we can how to use this method,” Frost 
said. “Anyone can save a life simply by being aware of the CPR basics.”

 When performed by a bystander, this method has been shown to be 
as effective as “conventional” CPR in emergencies that occur at home 
or work or in public. There are only two steps to remember:

• 1. Call 911
• 2. Push hard and fast in the center of the chest (to the beat of the 
song “Stayin’ Alive). 


 Cardiac arrest is more common than you think, and it can happen 
to anyone at any time. Nearly 300,000 out-of-hospital sudden cardiac 
arrests occur annually and only 32 percent of cardiac arrest victims 
get CPR from a bystander. Failure to act in a cardiac emergency can 
lead to unnecessary deaths. In fact, less than 8 percent of people who 
suffer cardiac arrest outside the hospital survive. 

 On the other hand, effective bystander CPR provided immediately 
after sudden cardiac arrest can double or triple a victim’s chance of 
survival. And because 80 percent of cardiac arrests occur close to 
home, the life you save with CPR is mostly likely to be someone you 
love. 

 Don’t be a helpless bystander. If you have two hands, you have what 
it takes to help save a life with Hands-Only CPR.

About Methodist Hospital

Founded in 1903, Methodist Hospital is a not-for-profit hospital 
licensed for 596 beds serving Arcadia and surrounding communities. 
Services include comprehensive acute care such as medical, surgical, 
perinatal, pediatrics, oncology, intensive care and complete 
cardiovascular services, including open-heart surgery. Methodist 
Hospital is an approved STEMI cardiac center, a certified stroke 
center and a center of excellence in bariatric services. The hospital’s 
cancer center is accredited by the American College of Surgeons 
Commission on Cancer. Methodist Hospital is accredited by The 
Joint Commission, which accredits and certifies more than 19,000 
health care organizations and programs in the United States. For 
more information, visit methodisthospital.org.

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