Mountain View News Saturday, June 6, 2026 
Weather Wise 


6-Day Forecast Sierra Madre, Ca. 



Sun Sunny Hi 80s Lows 50s 
Mon: Sunny Hi 80s Lows 60s 
Tues: Ptly Cldy Hi 70s Lows 50s 
Wed: Sunny Hi 80s Lows 60s 
Thur: Ptly Cldy Hi 80s Lows 60s 
Fri: Ptly Cldy Hi 80s Lows 60s

 Forecasts courtesy of the National Weather Service 


SIERRA 
MADRE CITY 
COUNCIL 
MEETING 

JUNE 9, 2026 5:30 pm 

The Brown Act provides the public 
with an opportunity to make public 
comments at any public meeting. As 
an alternative, public comment maybe submitted by e-mail to publiccomment@
sierramadreca.gov by 3:00PM 
on the day of the meeting. Emails will 
be acknowledged at the City Council 
meeting and filed into public record. 

A copy of the posted agenda and a live 
video stream of the meeting can be 
found on the City’s website at sierramadreca.
gov on Foothills Media website 
at foothillsmedia.org sierramadre, 
and broadcast on Government Access 
Channel 3 (Spectrum). 


1630 AM EMERGENCY RADIO & 
Free on-air publicity for local events 

Sierra Madre’s EMERGENCY radio station is now accepting scripts for 
Public Service Announcements (PSAs) about community events. PSAs will 
be broadcast on the air at no charge. The station operates 24/7 and can be 
heard at 1630 on the AM dial.

 Any local non-profit or non-commercial organization can have their 
event information broadcast to the public on Sierra Madre CommunityInformation Radio. The station covers the city of Sierra Madre, plus 
surrounding areas of Pasadena, Arcadia, and Monrovia. 
Your event must: 

• 
Benefit a non-commercial or non-profit entity
• 
Be open to the public 
• 
Be of general interest to local citizens 
Just write a Public Service Announcement that describes your event and 
e-mail it to radio@cityofsierramadre.com. 


WALKING SIERRA MADRE: 

The Social Side by Deanne Davis 

The Mt. Wilson Trail Race last Saturday was an absolute triumph 
with 325 runners successfully completing the entire 8.6 mile course. 
The winner, James Timphony won with an unbelievable time of 

1:03:42. Like the wind, friends and neighbors! And here’s somethingI didn’t know, he has a record seven first place wins. Incredible! I 
loved the picture of the first place female winner, Susie Watkins, inlast week’s Mountain Views News, bursting through the tape with 
another incredible time of 1:27:26. So glad to see our Trail Race 
happening again after that two year hiatus. Everybody in town was 
there and all the businesses were present and providing food, drink, 
encouragement and support. Sierra Madre is such an amazing place 
to live. 
Today, June 6th, is, in addition to the opening of our fabulous new 
library, the 82nd anniversary of D-Day. Without the brilliant planning 
and heroic sacrifices of the D-Day invasion, the Allies may never 
have defeated the Nazi forces in Europe. On June 6, 1944, more than 
156,000 American, British and Canadian troops stormed 50 miles 
of Normandy’s fiercely defended beaches in northern France in an 


“History has taught us over and over again that freedom is not free.

operation that proved to be a critical turning point in World War II. 

When push comes to shove, the ultimate protectors of freedom and 
liberty are the brave men and women in our armed forces.” Tim

Taking a few minutes to see what historic comments were made to 

Pawlenty

those who were about to embark on this heroic and most likely fatal 
undertaking, I found the following speech made by Gen. Dwight D. June is a glorious month. The occasional day of June gloom keepsEisenhower, Supreme Allied Commander, June 6, 1944: the heat somewhat at bay and everyone’s garden looks fabulous. It’s 
the last hurrah before the sun burns everything and it all looks just

“Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Force: 

plain tired.

You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade, toward which we 
have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you. Here’s a little June trivia for you: 
The hope and prayers of liberty-loving people everywhere march 
with you. Your task will not be an easy one. Your enemy is well


In the 15th century, most people got married in June because 

they took their yearly bath in May and still smelled pretty good.

trained, well-equipped, and battle-hardened. He will fight savagely. 

But this is the year 1944! The tide has turned! The free men of the 

June is also Accordion Awareness Month, Iced Tea Month and 

world are marching together to victory. I have full confidence in 

Candy Month. The June birthstone is the pearl, which is pretty

your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle. We will accept 

neat as pearls were believed to possess magical powers. The Pearl 

nothing less than full victory! Good luck, and let us all beseech the 

signifies wealth.

blessing of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking.” 

If you were born in June, you are a fun person known for your sense 
There’s a new movie out in theaters now called, “Pressure,” I really of humor. You are an extrovert. People love being with you and you 
want to see. The plot of “Pressure” follows the intensely stressful 72 are also an intelligent person. 
hours before D-Day, as Supreme Allied Commander Gen. Dwight 

So there! Little known facts about a well-known month.

D. Eisenhower (played by Brendan Fraser) must decide whether or 
not to launch the Normandy invasion. The fate of the war hinges I hope you were outside looking at the sky the last couple of days
on a stark clash between two meteorologists: a meticulous British of May when the only Blue Moon of 2026 was hugely bright and 
captain predicting devastating storms and an American counterpart beautiful. If you missed that full moon, you can look forward to 
forecasting clear skies. Gen. Eisenhower is pushed to the brink by the Strawberry Moon on June 29th, Strawberry Moon is so named 
the conflicting meteorological advice, under immense pressure because June strawberries are ready to be gathered. Put a note on 

from Allied commanders who argue that delaying the scheduled your calendar. These full moons are worth staying up to see. 
June 5 launch date could cost them the element of surprise.” 

“June is the pearl of summer, shining with warmth and joy.” 
Obviously, Gen. Eisenhower made the right choice and D-Day ended 

Be sure you stop in to see our awesome new library, filled with 

up being on June 6th. Troops from the United States, the British 

treasures to be discovered.

Commonwealth, and their allies stormed 50 miles of Normandy’s 
fiercely defended beaches in northern France. Casualties from 

Check out my book page: Deanne Davis: Amazon.com

these countries during the landing numbered 10,300. The average 

Great stories there about Early California,

age of the allied military personnel who landed on the beaches of 

Noah & The Unicorns, A Special Violin

Normandy on D-Day is cited by historians to be between 22 and 26 

And so much more! 

years old. 

COMMUNITY BIKE RIDE

City of Sierra Madre 

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The City of Sierra Madre invites residents and visitors to 

participate in the Community Bike Ride on Friday, June 19, 2026,
From: The City of Sierra Madre at Memorial Park Pavilion, 222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 
Subject: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 

The family-friendly event begins with a Bike Education and Fix-
Notice is hereby given that on June 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM, or soon A-Bike Workshop at 5:00 p.m., where participants can learn basic 
thereafter, the Sierra Madre City Council will conduct a Public bicycle safety and maintenance tips.
Hearing, to hear testimony on the FY 2026-2027 Proposed 

Budget, FY2026-2027 City-Wide Fee Schedule and FY2026-2027 The Community Bike Ride is a great opportunity for families,
Gann Appropriation (GANN) Limit. friends, and cycling enthusiasts to come together, stay active, and 
celebrate community spirit in Sierra Madre. Following the ride,
DATE AND TIME OF HEARING participants are encouraged to continue the evening at Memorial 
Park for the City’s Movies in the Park event featuring Lilo & Stitch.

City of Sierra Madre City Council meeting;
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 (Hearing begins at 5:30 p.m.) or soon 

The Community Bike Ride is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m.

thereafter. 

Participants are encouraged to complete the event waiver prior to 
All interested persons may attend this meeting and the City arrival at https://bit.ly/3RyuEnD. Waivers will also be available on 
Council will hear them with respect thereto. the day of the event. 

PLACE OF HEARING

 For more information, please contact the Community Services 
Department at (626) 355-5278.

This meeting will be conducted at City Council Chambers and 
will be recorded for live streaming. 

Watch the meeting on Channel 3 (Government Access 
Channel) or live on the City's website at SierraMadreCA.gov. 

If you are unable to attend the meeting in person, you mayEmail public comments to: PublicComment@sierramadreca.
gov by 3:00 PM on the day of the meeting. 

A STROLL THROUGH TOWN: SUMMER 
ARTS HIGHLIGHTS 

By Elizabeth Converse 

The Sierra Madre Summer ArtWalk returns to our friendly streets 
on June 19, from 4 to 8 PM, with new art at multiple locations 
and live music throughout. As we welcome the turning season, 
take a stroll through town and discover all that summer has to 
offer — a season of inspiring exhibitions, workshops, and creative 
gatherings. Whether you’re here to wander, shop, or sign up for a 
class, here are a few of the highlights. 

Workshops and Classes This Summer

Local artist Kait Walsh is returning to her teaching roots 
with a few opportunities this summer for people of all ages. 
Space is still available for her Kids’ Pop-Up Workshop, a two-day 
workshop for ages 7 to 12 in which students are guided through 
the stages of bookmaking, character development, and story 
writing. Details at creativeartsgroup.com.
Join Kait the last Wednesday of every month at Bess for Watercolor 
Social Club. Tickets — which include a glass of wine! — are 
available at hellobess.com. In the meantime, you can follow her classes, murals, and musings at @kaitwalsh_art.


Catch Lightning in a Bottle:A Flash Fiction & Collage Workshop with writer/artist Elizabeth Converse. For writers and artists 
of all levels. No experience necessary — just a love of discovery and a willingness to unleash your inner writer.
Flash fiction and collage are kindred forms. Both gather fragments — an image, a phrase, a torn scrap, a remembered moment — and 
arrange them so that meaning collects in the spaces between. Spontaneous, surprising, alive.
Across several playful sessions, we’ll move between the page and the table, making small written pieces and visual collages that spark 
off each other. Our final session is a celebration — a warm circle where we share what we’ve made and honor every voice.
Come curious. Bring yourself, and a few scraps and images you love.
Sign-up begins next week — space is limited, so contact Elizabeth at econverse08@gmail.com to learn more. 

At Bess & Fables & Fancies 

Silent Reading Nights take place at Bess on the second Wednesday of every month, in collaboration with Ana, owner of Fables & 
Fancies. Fables & Fancies holds ongoing art-based workshops for people of all ages. See their full schedule at fablesandfanciesbooks.
com/events. 

On View Now 

Drop by The BAG to see Summer Stroll through Emerge, featuring Michael Todd Serr and Demetrius Toney as part of the 
gallery’s Emerging series. A figurative painter, Toney draws inspiration from the people around him; his work feels reminiscent of 
photographs or fleeting memories of loved ones gone by, inviting conversation about voyeurism, memory, and what it means to see 
oneself as a witness in social interactions. The show remains on view. 

On June 13, 6–9 PM, painter Tyler Morgan presents Eulogy, a collection of new abstract/figurative works, at The LMF Gallery +
Darkroom.