Mountain Views News, Pasadena Edition [Sierra Madre] Saturday, November 10, 2018

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Mountain View News Saturday, November 10, 2018 

Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair

Cultures and Politics 
of Korean Peninsula

ANW Production of Charles 
Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

Saturday, November 17 to Sunday, November 18 

10:00am–4:00pm

275 S. Raymond Avenue

Central Park

For More information visit: jackalopeartfair.com

Free admission

 Old Pasadena once again welcomes Jackalope Indie Artisan 
Fair, featuring 200+ selected artisans selling beautiful 
handmade, specialty goods. Shoppers can expect to find 
trendsetting indie goods that include fashion and jewelry 
design, ceramics and paper goods, innovative home decor 
and housewares, art and photography, and much more. 

 The event also brings the local community a taste of DIY, 
with crafting workshops available throughout the weekend. 
Artisans will be hosting creative workshops, allowing 
attendees to take a dip into the DIY crafting world and get a 
better idea of the craftsmanship that goes into the one-of-a-
kind handmade goods and products found at the fair. 

 Multiple artisan-hosted workshops will allow attendees 
to get a better idea of the craftsmanship that goes into the 
one-of-a-kind handmade goods and products found at the 
fair. Some require advance registration; visit the website for 
more information. 

 This fall, Jackalope Arts will be partnering with Brighter 
Future Charity (BFC) and accepting donations to promote 
its programs and services. BFC began in 2013 after noticing 
a lack of inclusive support programs for families affected 
by autism. BFC students will be showcasing some of their 
jewelry during the fair; BFC will also host an event mural 
at which attendees can leave their mark and show support. 

 
Tom Plate, clinical professor 
and distinguished scholar of 
Asian and Pacific Studies at 
Loyola Marymount University, 
will discuss Korean Peninsula 
cultures and politics Tuesday, 
Nov. 27, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the 
Scott Pavilion at the Pasadena 
Senior Center, 85 E. Holly St.

 The free presentation, open 
to members and non-members 
of the Pasadena Senior Center, 
will be the final event in the 
fall term of The Masters Series, 
which embraces and promotes 
lifelong learning.

 The Korean Peninsula, which 
consists of North Korea and 
South Korea, is surrounded 
on three sides by water and 
is bordered on the north by 
China and Russia.

 Plate is the founder of the Asia 
Pacific Media Center at Loyola 
Marymount University and 
the Asia Pacific Arts Center at 
USC. He is a columnist whose 
writings on Asia appear in 
newspapers throughout that 
continent and the Middle 
East. His best-selling Giants 
of Asia book series features 
transcribed conversations 
with prime ministers of South 
Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and 
Thailand.

 There will be a question-and-
answer period following Plate’s 
presentation.

 For more information or to 
be placed on the mailing list 
for the winter term of The 
Masters Series, email pamk@
pasadenaseniorcenter.org or 
call 626-685-6756.

 For more information about 
the programs and services of 
the Pasadena Senior Center, 
visit: pasadenaseniorcenter.org.

 A Noise Within (ANW), the 
acclaimed classical repertory 
theatre company, continues 
the cherished holiday tradition 
of presenting its well-loved 
production of Charles Dickens’ 
A Christmas Carol this year, 
onstage for the seventh holiday 
season. This time-honored 
tale of forgiveness plays 17 
performances only, Saturday, 
December 1 through Sunday, 
December 23, 2018. After the 
show, audience members are 
invited to enjoy a cup of cider 
and take photos with the cast.

 This season, ANW is 
expanding the opportunities 
for members of the community 
to enjoy classical theatre by 
offering a Relaxed Performance 
of A Christmas Carol on 
Saturday, December 8 at 11am. 
Relaxed Performances provide 
an inviting environment for 
those living with Autism 
Spectrum Disorder (ASD), 
Developmental Delay, 
Neuromuscular Disorder, 
Sensory Integrative 
Dysfunction, Attention Deficit 
Disorder and Disorders 
of Social Interaction and 
Communication. And all the 
production quality audiences 
expect from A Noise Within 
is still in place, with light 
and sound levels adjusted 
to create a sensory-friendly 
environment for all attending. 
A Noise Within is partnering 
with Ivor Weiner, Professor of 
Special Education at California 
State University Northridge, to 
ensure best practices for our 
Relaxed Performances.

 Co-Producing Artistic Director 
Geoff Elliott, who adapted the 
play from the novella, will co-
direct with Julia Rodriguez-
Elliott this masterpiece 
about the redemptive and 
transformative power of love. 
In this production, hailed as 
“enchantment” by LA Weekly, 
Dickens’ poignant tale is 
matched by evocative original 
music by composer Ego Plum.

 “We thought that this would be 
the best play for us to introduce 
our Relaxed Performances 
to our public, welcoming 
new audience members and 
their families into our live 
performance experience. 
Annually remounting our 
acclaimed presentation of 
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas 
Carol allows families to 
once again take a supremely 
theatrical journey and 
celebrate the transformative 
power of forgiveness during 
the holidays,” says Elliott. 
Julia Rodriguez-Elliott adds, 
“Ebenezer Scrooge’s rebirth 
from miserly curmudgeon 
to the epitome of love and 
generosity affirms our faith 
in the potent goodness of 
humanity during this beloved 
time of year.”

 Tickets for A Christmas Carol, 
starting at $25, are available 
online at www.anoisewithin.
org and by phone by calling 
626-356-3121. Pay What You 
Can night is Friday, December 
14 at 8pm. Sunday Rush 
tickets are available on Sunday, 
December 9 at 7pm.

 Anyone in the community 
is open to attend our fully 
inclusive experience for A 
Christmas Carol with the 
understanding that this 
performance is “Hush-Free,” 
and that there will be a certain 
level of sound and movement 
throughout the show. If you 
have any questions or to see if 
this performance is right for 
you and your family, please feel 
free to contact Alicia Green 
at 626-356-3104 or agreen@
anoisewithin.org.

Thank You Letter form PUSD 
President and Superintendent

 

 On November 6, Pasadena 
residents invested in the 
future of our schools with 
the passage of Measures 
I and J. On behalf of the 
Pasadena Unified School 
District Board of Education, 
students, and staff, we 
would like to thank the 
Pasadena community for 
their tremendous vote of 
confidence.

 We are grateful to Mayor 
Terry Tornek, members 
of the City Council, and 
countless community 
supporters for their trust 
and belief in this great 
school district. Pasadena 
Unified has made huge 
strides. To have the residents 
of Pasadena embrace our 
schools is an enormous 
privilege and honor.

 Funding from Measure 
J will assure our schools 
of a local revenue source 
to support innovation 
and enhancements to our 
already-strong academic 
programs. Measure J brings 
investment capital to build 
on the excellence that gives 
our graduates a competitive 
edge for college, careers, and 
active citizenship.

 To ensure the long-term 
success of our schools, we 
first need to make sure 
that our budget and fiscal 
plans are as sustainable 
and strong as possible. The 
Board of Education and 
district administration are 
committed to developing a 
budget that enables us to live 
within our means each year 
while preserving the quality 
of educational opportunities 
for all children.

 New revenue from Measure 
I will be used wisely. While 
the new source of revenue 
will position our district for 
more success, we still have 
to make tough decisions. We 
must continue the arduous 
work of right-sizing, and will 
examine all elements in our 
budget, including personnel, 
programs and services, state 
and federal mandates, and 
operating cost-effective 
schools. It will be difficult, 
but we are committed 
to working together in 
common purpose with 
our stakeholders toward 
outcomes that are fair, 
equitable, and effective 
in the long-term. We are 
beyond the point where 
self-interest and preserving 
the status quo constrain us 
from making courageous 
decisions.

 Once we get our budget 
stabilized, Measure I funding 
can be targeted to long-term 
goals. We are committed 
to working together in 
common purpose to 
build confidence in our 
district, making the right 
decisions for our students, 
and building enduring 
relationships that strengthen 
our schools.

 With heartfelt appreciation 
for your support of our 
students and schools,

Larry Torres

Board President

Brian McDonald

Superintendent

 Dear Pasadena Unified 
Community:

Pet of the 
Week

 
Chester (A467514) Are you 
looking for a loving, attentive 
cat? Look no further than 
Chester (A467514). This 
3-year-old loves to have 
company and will greet you 
at the kennel door to lick 
your hands and head bump 
you. He loves attention and 
with a few pets will start 
purring. Chester is not laying 
around all day; he’s actively 
looking for a home. He likes 
to pop his head around the 
corner of the kennel at his 
neighbors and at the visitors 
walking by. Come walk in 
to the Pasadena Humane 
Society’s Neely Cat Center 
and we’re sure he’ll grab your 
attention. 

 The adoption fee for cats 
is $75. All cats are spayed 
or neutered, microchipped, 
and vaccinated before being 
adopted. 

 New adopters will receive a 
complimentary health-and-
wellness exam from VCA 
Animal Hospitals, as well 
as a goody bag filled with 
information about how to 
care for your pet.

 View photos of adoptable 
pets at pasadenahumane.
org. Adoption hours are 11 
a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. 
to 5 p.m. Tuesday through 
Friday; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Saturday.

 Pets may not be available 
for adoption and cannot be 
held for potential adopters by 
phone calls or email.


ALTADENA CRIME BLOTTER

Monday, October 29th 

6:41 AM – A battery 
occurred in the 600 block of 
W. Woodbury Road. Suspect 
has been identified. 

9:00 PM – A petty theft 
from an unlocked vehicle 
occurred in the 400 block 
of W. Mendocino Street. 
Stolen: parking pass, black 
sunglasses, black leather 
jacket and cologne. 

Tuesday, October 30th 

2:34 PM – A residential 
burglary occurred in the 
2400 block of N. Lincoln 
Avenue. Suspect(s) entered 
the residence via unknown 
means. Stolen: (2) pairs 
of Nike Air Jordan’s and 
clothing. 

Wednesday, October 31st 

9:10 PM – Javier Conrado, 
35 years old of Lancaster was 
arrested in the area of Fair 
Oaks Avenue and Montana 
Street for being under the 
influence of a controlled 
substance. 

Thursday, November 1st 

9:00 PM – A domestic 
violence incident occurred 
in the 400 block of Athens 
Street. Suspect was taken 
into custody. 

Friday, November 2nd 

7:02 PM – An assault with 
deadly weapon occurred 
in the 2200 block of N. 
Glenrose Avenue. Suspect 
has been identified. 

Saturday, November 3rd 

12:30 AM – A vehicle was 
reported stolen from the 300 
block of Ventura St. *Vehicle 
was recovered by LASD 
Altadena. 

7:30 AM – A vehicle was 
reported stolen from the 
1700 block of E. Mendocino 
Street. Vehicle described as a 
red 2011 Honda Civic. 

6:39 PM – An assault with 
a deadly weapon occurred 
in the 2100 block of N. 
Raymond Avenue. Suspect 
was taken into custody. 

9:30 PM – A grand theft 
from a motorcycle occurred 
in the 2200 block of Navarro 
Avenue. Stolen: blue Electra 
saddlebag, black Corbin 
saddle, and blue Harley 
Davidson tail bag.

Free Monthly Events at 
Pasadena Senior Center

 

 There is something for 
everyone in September at the 
Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. 
Holly St. You do not have to be a 
member to attend. Some events 
require advance reservations as 
noted. 

 A Matter of Balance – 
Tuesdays, to Nov. 20, from 1 
to 3 p.m. Are you concerned 
about falling? Learn how to 
reduce the fear of falling and 
increase balance, activity levels, 
confidence and independence 
during this eight-week, 
interactive workshop that 
combines discussion, video 
and exercise. Reservations are 
required: 626-685-6732. 

 Friday Movie Matinees – 
Fridays at 1 p.m. Everyone 
enjoys watching movies and 
the pleasures they bring. Nov. 
16: On Golden Pond (1981, 
PG-13) starring Henry Fonda 
and Katharine Hepburn. On 
summer vacation at their cabin 
on a lake in New England, a 
cranky retired professor with 
memory problems and his 
understanding wife agree to 
look after the 13-year-old son 
of their daughter’s (Jane Fonda) 
fiancé. 

 Health Insurance 
Counseling and Advocacy – 
Wednesdays, Nov. 28, at 10 
a.m. Receive counseling and 
advocacy on issues related to 
Medicare, Medigap, Medicare 
Part D and Cal MediConnect. 
Appointments are required by 
calling 626-795-4331. Presented 
by HICAP. 

 One Knot at a Time: Blankets 
for a Purpose – Friday, Nov. 
16, at 11 a.m. Calling all 
creative hands and hearts! Help 
create no-sew fleece blankets 
for young residents of an 
orphanage in Mexico. Making 
the blankets is simple, and each 
step is suited to different levels 
of motor skills: cutting, tying a 
single knot and folding. Prior 
experience is not required; all 
materials will be provided. 
Sign up at the Welcome Desk 
or by calling 626-795-4331. 
Instructor Tracy Weirick, 
director of a local in-home care 
agency, has been making no-
sew fleece blankets for years 
and sending them to Rancho 
de Sus Niños, an orphanage in 
Tecate, Mexico. 

 Veterans Day Treats at the 
Coffee Bar – Monday, Nov. 12, 
from 8:30 to 11 a.m. In honor 
of military veterans, come to 
the Pasadena Senior Center 
coffee bar for free coffee and 
patriotic-themed treats. DJ Joe 
will entertain in the lounge 
area with patriotic melodies, 
nostalgic tunes and requests. 
All are welcome.

 Life Goes On – Thursday, 
Nov. 15, at 10 a.m. Elle 
Wildermuth of Home Instead 
Senior Care will discuss the 
many challenges experienced 
after people lose the person 
who handled matters such as 
paying bills, keeping a budget, 
credit cards, insurance policies 
and other important processes 
of living.

 Improvisation for Lifeskills 
PLAYshop – Fridays, Dec. 14 
and Jan. 11, from 10 a.m. to 
noon. Tap into your natural, 
creative talents while enhancing 
your health and well-being. 
This series will focus on improv 
techniques, theater games and 
creative drama to increase 
your spontaneity, memory, 
focus and interactive social 
and communication skills 
in a fun, playful and creative 
environment. Sign up at the 
Welcome Desk or by calling 
626-795-4331. Presented by 
Trisha Jauchler, founder and 
director of On Bright Wings 
and Theatre on the Threshold.

 For more information visit 
www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org 
or call 626-795-4331.

 Founded in 1960, the 
Pasadena Senior Center is an 
independent, donor-supported 
nonprofit organization that 
offers recreational, educational, 
wellness and social services to 
people ages 50 and older.

The Krampus and the 
Old, Dark Christmas

 Join Al Ridenour, author of The Krampus and the Old, Dark 
Christmas: Roots and Rebirth of the Folkloric Devil for a lecture 
and slideshow, at the Altadena Main Library Tuesday, on the 
history and mythology of this often misunderstood creature from 
Alpine tradition. He’ll explore the figure’s folkloric background 
in the superstition-drenched Christmas season of old Germany 
and Austria, nights haunted by ghostly processions, forest spirits, 
witches, and werewolves. The talk will be accompanied by slides 
from Ridenour’s richly illustrated book, rare archival video clips 
and costume examples. A mask- and costume-maker himself and 
organizer of LA’s annual Krampus Run since 2013, Ridenour will 
also share behind-the-scenes details of Krampus costuming and 
events both here and abroad.

 The lecture will be at 7:30 p.m. with a book signing at 8:30 p.m. 
The library community room is located 600 E. Mariposa St. 

Pet CPR & First 
Aid Workshop

 
You might be able to save 
your pet’s life in an emergency 
with the right training. The 
Pasadena Humane Society 
invite you to take our 
5-hour Pet CPR & First-Aid 
certification course, co-led by 
certified Pet CPR, First Aid & 
Care Instructor, Learn how 
to identify and treat a variety 
of possible emergencies and 
illnesses, including rescue 
breathing, CPR, how to 
manage choking, bleeding, 
and shock incidents, and how 
to prepare a first aid kit. Upon 
completion, participants will 
be given a 2 year certificate, 
Pet Tech web emblem, and 
will be placed on the Pet Tech 
International database. Cost: 
$85 - Proceeds of ticket sales 
will be donated to PHS. PHS 
is located 361 S. Raymond 
Ave. For more call 626-792-
7151.

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