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Mountain View News Saturday, November 9, 2024

ROTARY CLUB OF SIERRA MADRE HONORS 
VETERANS AT ANNUAL PROGRAM

The Rotary Club of Sierra Madre held its annual Veterans Day breakfast and program at 
Sierra Madre Middle School on November 5. This event is a meaningful tradition that 
celebrates the service and sacrifices of local veterans and gives students the opportunity to 
learn firsthand about the dedication of those who have served our country in the military. 
Over 20 veterans representing every branch of the United States military attended the 
program and were warmly greeted by students. The veterans and others in attendance were 
honored with a stirring performance of The Star-Spangled Banner by the Sierra Madre 
Middle School Band, creating a powerful moment of unity and respect.

This year’s program featured an interview conducted by Steven Ford, a former history 
teacher at San Marino High School and a respected figure in the community. The interviewee 
for the event was Glenn Lambdin, a Sierra Madre native whose life of service both in the 
military and in the local community is a testament to his unwavering commitment and 
patriotism. Glenn served in the United States Air Force from 1974 to 1980, rising to the 
rank of Sergeant (E-4) before receiving an honorable discharge. After his time in the 
military, Glenn continued his public service by serving as a City Council member for Sierra 
Madre from 1998 to 2002, and held the position of mayor during the year 2001-2002. His 
lifelong dedication to both his country and his community made him a fitting honoree for 
this special occasion.

The event was 
introduced by Rob 
Stockly, former mayor 
of Sierra Madre, retired 
history teacher, and 
current President of the 
Sierra Madre Rotary 
Club. Rob shared 
with the students 
the rich history 
and significance 
of Veterans Day, 
encouraging them 
to take a moment to 
reflect on the meaning 
of the holiday. He 
urged the eighth graders to read and reflect upon President Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg 
Address during their Veterans Day holiday, reminding them of the profound sacrifices 
made by the men and women who served to protect our freedom.

This annual event serves not only to honor veterans but also to inspire the next generation 
to appreciate the sacrifices made by those who have served in the military and to carry 
forward the values of service, dedication, and community.

The Sierra Madre Historical Preservation SocietypresentsBuilding a Goodwill GardenJapanese Americans in Sierra MadreMonday, November 18, 6pmHart Park House, Memorial ParkPresented by Josh Perlman, Sierra Madre residentand high school teacher, and chair of the HistoryDepartment at Flintridge Preparatory School.
Josh will share insights into the unique landscapetraditions of the Japanese, discuss strident anti-immigrantbacklash, and cross-cultural curiosity and connections.
He will examine the effects of World War II, JapaneseInternment, the Civil Rights Movement, and share how agroup of sixth graders rediscovered a small local treasure.
Gift of Ray and Helen Obazawa, Sierra Madre Historical Archives
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