Mountain Views News          Saturday, July 21, 2012

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Mountain Views-News Saturday July 21, 2012 

TOMLINSON TO SPEAK TO SIERRA 
MADRE ROTARY

On Tuesday, July 24, 2012, John 
(Tom) Tomlinson Jr.M Associate 
dean, USC Gould School of 
Law will speak on the historical 
relationship between Los 
Angeles and the development 
of USC.

The meeting begins at 7:00 am 
and will be held at the Hart 
Park House, 222. W. Sierra Madre Blvd. (in Memorial 
Park. Visitors are welcome. Breakfast will be served. 
The cost is $12.00. Contact Peggy Beauregard at peggybeau@
gmail.com for more information.

T. BOYLE’S - COMING SOON TO OUR TOWN!


CREATIVE ARTS GROUP TO LAUNCH SIERRA 
MADRE SCARECROW FESTIVAL THIS FALL

 Plans are in the works for a contest in October where 
residents will recieve “Crow Awards” for the most creative 
scarecorws in the “humorous” and 
“scariest” categories for residents 
and for businesses, for having the 
most creative scarecrow(s) representing 
their business. 

 Currently plans are for life sized 
scarecrows and according to Executive 
Director Jackie Raymond, 
“We envision residents and guests 
driving through the town” in a 
manner similar to when people 
view Christmas or Halloween 
decorations. “It will bring families 
of Sierra Madre together and promote 
our business.”

 Don’t know how to make a scarecrow? 
Creative Arts will be hosting 
a FREE Scarecrow Making 
Workshop at Creative Arts Group Saturday, September 15, 
2012 from noon to 7 pm, to the first 60 families. 

 Workshop participants need to bring clothes and accessories 
for their scarecrow. Everything else will be provided. 
These scarecrows are life-size, so bring appropriate items. 
You might want to bring pants or stockings to create legs 
and gloves to create hands for your scarecrow. 

 The workshop is free, but you must register (626-355-
8350) LIMITED ENROLLMENT. To participate in the 
contest applications are due on September 25th. Scarecrows 
will be displayed October 1st through October 31st at residents 
and businesses. 

 On Friday, October 5th and awards ceremony will be 
held at Creative Arts for the winners of the residents and 
businesses.

 For more information, contact the Creative Arts Group via 
email at foothillcreativeartsgroup@creativeartsgroup.org or 
call 626-355-8350.


T. Boyle’s. the popular Pasadena Sports Grill will be opening soon in Sierra Madre. They are currently remodeling 
the former site of Cafe 322 and are in the process of transferring the existing Liquor License.

SIERRA MADRE FREE CONCERT 
IN THE PARK SERIES - Presented by 
Athens Services and the Sierra Madre Issei 
Memorial Foundation

Join the City of Sierra Madre this summer for the Concerts 
in the Park, beginning Sunday, July 8, 2012 and occurring 
every Sunday through August 26, 2012. The concerts are FREE 
thanks to the support of Athens Services and the Sierra Madre 
Issei Memorial Foundation, along with numerous community 
hosts. Concerts begin at 6:00pm and run through 8:00pm. 
All concerts will be held at the Memorial Park Bandshell, 222 
W. Sierra Madre Blvd. next to City Hall. Seating is on the 
green so remember to bring blankets and lawn chairs. Alcohol 
is prohibited. Spectators are encouraged to support local 
organizations that may provide refreshments. For additional 
information please contact the Community Services Department 
626-355-5278.

CONCERTS IN THE PARK SCHEDULE:


July 15 –Gem City Jazz Cats (Big Band) sponsored by the Spero 
Foundation

• Carne asada tacos, drinks and ice cream for purchase


July 22 – Silver Beatles (Beatles Tribute Band), hosted by the 
Senior Community Commission

• Free popscicles 


July 29 – Aluminum Marshmallow (Classic Rock) sponsored by 
the Sierra Madre Civic Club

• Hot dogs and home-made pie with ice cream for 
purchase


August 5 – TAIKOPROJECT (American Taiko Drummer 
Ensemble), hosted by L.A. County Arts Commission Concert 
and “learn taiko” segment with hands- on demonstration

August 12 – JJ Jukebox (60’s and 70’s Rock) sponsored by 
Kiwanis and Friends of the Library


August 19 – The Grove (Classic Oldies) sponsored by 
Sierra Madre Volunteer Firefighters Association The Subs 
(Mainstream Acoustic) opening act

August 26 – Take Two (Top 40’s) sponsored by Dr. Roger Joe, 
DDS, The Lodge at Sierra Madre, and Crosslife 
Community Church

NEW TRANSPORATION FEES TAKE 
EFFECT

On July 1, 2012 the Sierra Madre City Council dopted fees 
went into effect. 

Fee changes occured across many City of Sierra Madre 
programs and services including transportation. For more 
transportation information

please contact Recreation Manager Kristi McClure at 626-
355-5278 ext. 703.

Dial-A-Ride

Vouchers are $1.00 each BUT it will now cost $2.00 each 
way for rides in-town AND out of town.

Round trip on dial-a-ride is now $4.00 (4 vouchers will be 
needed for each round trip ride).

Gateway Coach

Adult - $2 each way (cash when you get on)

Children, Seniors & Disabled - $1 each way (cash when you 
get on)

SUMMER EXHIBITION & 
ARTIST RECEPTION 

The City of Sierra Madre Community Services Commission 
and Arts Advisory Committee is pleased to present an art 
exhibition by Celeste Mendelsohn. Her art work is now on 
display through Friday, August 3rd in Sierra Madre City Hall, 
232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. For more information on Celeste 
Mendelsohn’s art please her visit http://celesteintheround.
com. 

Community members are invited to an Artist Reception on 
Friday, July 20, 2012 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Sierra 
Madre City Hall. The event is open to the public and light 
refreshments will be served. For more information please 
call the Sierra Madre Community Services Department at 
(626) 355-5278.

FIND JOY AND HAPPINESS AT 
THE SIERRA MADRE PUBLIC 
LIBRARY

Calling the young, and young at heart, to join the Ukulady 
at the Sierra Madre Public Library Monday, July 23 at 10 
a.m. Join in as she sings songs to promote fearlessness, 
friendship, and the Downfall of Evil. 

Ukulady’s interactive and engaging show is part of the 
Library’s Summer Reading Program and is sponsored by 
the Sierra Madre Volunteer Firefighters Association.

For more information contact the Sierra Madre Public 
Library 440 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024, 
626-355-7186, www.cityofsierramadre.com


Waterworks Aquatics Mentorship 
Volunteer Program 

Waterworks will be accepting participants for the 
Mentorship Volunteer Program. This program is 
similar to the Junior Lifeguard Program that the 
City of Sierra Madre offered in the past. 

Program Details: 

• For ages 11-15 years old 
• There is NO CHARGE for this program
• Dates and times will be discussed between 
each participant and Waterworks Aquatics. Each 
shift will be 2 hours or longer 


The program will include: 

• Learn the operations by observing and 
assisting lifeguards, swim instructors, and office 
staff 
• Will greet and act as host for users of the 
facility 
• Assist with retail & snack shop sales 
• Assist with swim competitions and swim 
team 
• Will assist with facility upkeep 


If you are interested, please contact the 
Waterworks Aquatics front desk at 626-836-
1200 or by sending them an email at info@
waterworksswim.com.

$5.00 off any service(at regular price)