Temple City Churches announce Holy Week services — Page 10

Temple City Churches announce Holy Week services — Page 10
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Nanette Fish named TC
Woman of the Year
for 29th Cong. District
Nanette Fish,
Temple City
Parks and RecreationCommissioner
and a
memb
er of the Chamber,
has been se-
lected by Congressman
Adam
Schiff as
Woman of the Year for Temple City for the 29th Congressional
District.
Rep. Schiff honored Nanette Fish for her commitment
and service to Temple City at a reception at Café
Santorini in Pasadena on March 28.
Nanette and husband Kevin of 26 years, are Temple
City residents and have two children, Cameron and
Lainie, both of whom grew up here and attended Temple
City schools. March is Women’s History Month and
every March, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) honors one outstanding
woman from each of the communities that
make up the 29th Congressional District.
Cities in the 29th Congressional District are
Alhambra, Altadena, Burbank, Glendale, Monterey
Park, Pasadena, San Gabriel, South Pasadena and
Temple City.
“These women come from all walks of life and represent
the thousands of women who make a positive
impact in our region,” said Rep. Schiff’s spokeswoman
Maureen Shanahan. “Rep. Schiff looks for women who
– through their work or volunteerism – have improved
the quality of life in our communities.”
Some of the work Mrs. Fish has volunteered for
throughout the years are:
• Temple City Youth Football Executive Board 1999-
2002
• Temple City American Little League Board Mem-
ber 2003
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Continued on Page 4
Council
elects Tom
Chavez as
Mayor
Temple City’s
council reorganization
meeting, March 21,
resulted in the council’s
election of Tom Chavez
as mayor and Vincent
Yu as mayor pro tem.
The reorganized City
Council members (from
left) are Cynthia
Sternquist, Mayor Pro
Tem Vincent Yu, Mayor
Tom Chavez, Carl
Blum and Fernando
Vizcarra. See Page 3 for
election results.
Photo by Robert Hepler
Kiwanis member and Historical Society President Dan Snell celebrated
his 90th birthday on March 22. He plans to re-celebrate it by skydiving
in July. His wife of 67 years, June Snell will also be 90 this year, on
June 17. The couple was greeted at the door (photo, right) when they
Dan Snell and wife June have been residents of Temple City
since 1955 — longer than Temple City has been incorporated.
Dan, retired from two careers, celebrated his 90th birthday on
March 22.
June Snell, who will also turn 90 this year on June 17, will
celebrate with Dan their 68th wedding anniversary on June 22.
Photo by Jerry Jambazian
Camellia
Festival
2011
a happy
memory
See many great
photos online.
www.templecitychamber.org
PHOTOGRAPHY
BY JEFF AND
TRISH O’BRIEN
Photo by Jerry Jambazian
arrived at the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, Saturday, Feb. 26, before
they rode as honored guests in the Camellia Festival Parade. Dan and
June will celebrate their 68th anniversary on June 22. Dan was named
in 2010 as Temple City’s Older American of the Year for 2009.
Residents since 1955, Snells celebrating 90th birthdays
The couple have two children, eight grandchildren and 14
great-grandchildren.
Based on Dan’s tireless contributions to his community, the
City Council selected Dan Snell in 2010 as Temple City’s Outstanding
Older American for 2009.
Continued. Please see Page 4

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City Busy-ness
Photos by Jerry Jambazian
s:
e-mail to: info@templecitychamber.org
All Temple City youth
between 12 and 18 years
of age are invited to apply
for Temple City’s
Youth Committee.
www.templecitychamber.org
Photo by Jerry Jambazian
City celebrates Arbor Day
The Temple City Parks & Recreation Dept. and the STARS Club members gathered at Live Oak Park with
a variety of fun activities and tree planting at Live Oak Park on Arbor Day, at 3:30 p.m. Friday, March 11.
The program demonstrated the planting of trees for children.
Seniors offered hot lunch Monday through Friday
Hot, well-balanced meals are
now being served to seniors 60
years of age and older, as well
as their spouses, at noon Monday
through Friday at the Live
Oak Park Community Center.
Reservations are required 24
hours in advance by phoning
(626) 579-0461 or (626) 285-
2171, ext. 2358. Monthly menus
are available at the Community
Center or on the City’s Web site,
www.templecity.us.
The suggested donation is $2
per meal. The senior lunch program
is administered by the
Meals on Wheels offered to homebound seniors
The YWCA San Gabriel Valley Senior
Services offers home-delivered meals for
seniors age 60 or older living in Temple
City and surrounding communities. This
wonderful program is a lifeline for many
homebound seniors, providing comfort
and convenience for them and their
families.
For many seniors, home-delivered
City invites participation in Youth Committee
The City Council believes
teens are a valuable
resource and can provide
excellent leadership in
our community.
The Temple City
Youth Committee acts
in an advisory capacity
to the City Council on
all youth related issues.
Committee members
experience a unique
opportunity to work
with City leaders to
discuss policies and
programs that positively
impact the youth
YWCA San Gabriel Valley’s
Intervale Senior Services Program
and funded in part by the
Los Angeles County Area
Agency on Aging through the
Older Americans Act of 1965.
meals can be the difference between living
independently and being confined to
a convalescent care facility. To begin receiving
home-delivered meals, or to obtain
additional information on this program,
please phone (626) 214-9465.
There is no charge for this service; donations
are gratefully accepted, but not
required.
of the community. Committee
members must be
a resident of Temple City
and may not be paid employees
of the City.
Join the Youth Committee
and help the City
of Temple City tackle important
issues for impacting
youth. For applications
or additional information,
visit the Live Oak
Park Community Center
Annex or phone (626)
285-2171 ext. 2360 or
2362. Deadline to submit
an application is May 20.

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City Hall News
Photo by Jerry Jambazian
The Temple City Ballot Processing Board on election night reviewed the results for the machine ballot
count. From left are accountant Lee Ma, account analyst Veronica Johnson, City Clerk Mary Flandrick
and Parks & Recreation Director Cathy Burroughs.
Voters keep City Council incumbents
All three incumbents were re-elected in the city
council elections that took place March 8.
Councilman Carl Blum led all candidates with
2,098 votes, followed by Councilwoman Cynthia
Sternquist with 2,082 votes and Councilman-
Mayor Fernando Vizcarra with 1,760 votes.
First-time candidates challenging the incumbents
were Manuel A. Valenzuela III with 1,200
votes, Starene Cruse with 626 and Nicholas Lisk
Have breakfast with Easter
Bunny, Saturday, April 23
The Temple City Superstars Drill Team will be
hosting its annual breakfast with the Easter Bunny
on Saturday, April 23. Festivities are from 8 to
11:30 a.m.
This event will take place at Live Oak Park
Community Center, 10144 Bogue St. Tickets are
$5 and available at Live Oak Park Annex (Teen
Zone).
Come and enjoy a filling breakfast and visit
with the Easter Bunny. Breakfast will include:
three pancakes, sausage, a muffin and a choice of
coffee, apple juice or orange juice.
The Easter egg hunt is for children ages 9 and
under. Easter egg hunt activities include free
spring crafts, face painting and a petting zoo. The
egg hunt begins at 10 a.m. sharp. There will be
four egg hunts divided by age.
In the event of rain, activities
will be cancelled.
For further information, please
phone the Parks and Recreation
Dept. at (626) 285-2171 ext. 2360.
AARP slates driver
safety program
The AARP Driver Safety Program,
a two-day hands-on
course, will be offered at the Live
Oak Park Community Center.
The course will take place
from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on
May 2 and 3, at the Live Oak
Park Community Center, 10144
Bogue St.
Graduates may qualify for a
discount on their auto insurance
rates. Fees are $12 for
AARP members and $14 for
non-members, and will be collected
by the instructor (checks
made payable to AARP).
Bring AARP membership
cards for the discount. Space is
limited, so reserve a space by
phoning (626) 579-0461.
with 300. The final total includes mail-in ballots.
At the March 21 Council Reorganiztion Meeting
Tom Chavez was elected Temple City mayor
by his colleagues and Vincent Yu was elected
mayor pro tem. All were sworn in for the new
council. See photo, Page 1.
Outgoing Mayor Vizcarra was presented a
plaque by the city commemorating his service.
Easter Bunny and Parks and Recreation Commissioner
Nanette Fish are in charge of hiding eggs.
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4 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE • APRIL 2011
Temple City Life
A publication of the Temple City Chamber of Commerce.
Temple City Life is published at 9050 Las Tunas Drive,
Temple City, CA 91780. (626) 286-3101
Linda Payne, President, CEO ................... Editor and Publisher
Jeanne Murset ................. Membership Executive/News Writer
Jerry Jambazian ............................ Web Master / Photographer
Philip Pettus .................................................... Graphics, Design
Temple City Life is a monthly publication produced by the
Temple City Chamber of Commerce and distributed to homes
and businesses in Temple City and vicinity. Articles submitted
and printed in the Temple City Life do not necessarily reflect the
opinion of the Temple City Chamber of Commerce or its Board
of Directors. Information is published to inform the public and
stimulate discussion.
Our Mission Statement
The Temple City Chamber of Commerce sets the
standard for excellence in member services,
community collaboration, business growth,
networking, and achieving a high quality of life in
Temple City. We exist to be a clear and persuasive
voice in providing advocacy, promotional, and
benefit solutions for our members.
Temple City
Chamber of Commerce
An organization working
to build the community through
its businesses and residents
Officers and Board of Directors
2010 – 2011
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Brian Venerable, DC ............................. Chairman of the Board
Venerable Chiropractic Clinic
Albert Boele .................................. Vice Chairman of the Board
JP Morgan, Chase
Kathy Chambers ...................................... Chairman of Finance
Quality Bookkeeping
Bruce Wataru .................................................... Board Secretary
Fanny’s Flowers
BOARD MEMBERS
Herbert Chan ................................ Past Chairman of the Board
GP Wedding & Photography Studio
Theresa Chesshir ................................................ Board Member
Director, Sonshine House Preschool
Jerry Jambazian .................................................. Board Member
Photographer/Webmaster
Wonder Cleaners & Drapery
Rita Padilla .......................................................... Board Member
Dilbeck Real Estate
Nick Pon .............................................................. Board Member
Wells Fargo Bank
Darlene Reynosa................................................. Board Member
Athens Services
Matt Smith .......................................................... Board Member
Resident
John Sun .............................................................. Board Member
Budget Blinds
EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBERS
Councilman Carl Blum .......................... Liaison for City of TC
Dr. Chelsea Kang-Smith .............................. Liaison for TCUSD
Your News Wanted
e-mail to info@templecity chamber.org
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MONTHLY SOCIAL MIXER
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Temple City Celebrations
Snells celebrate 90th birthdays in 2011
Continued from Page 1 for its family-orientation and
A native of Maine, Dan is an
avid gardener and boasts of his
ability to grow giant size zucchini.
Reflecting the discipline evident
in every aspect of his life,
he enjoys a brisk 2-mile walk
each morning to keep in shape.
Dan is an honored World
War II veteran and a member of
the China-Burma-India Veterans
Association.
In 1957, Dan was Cubmaster
of Pack 157 at Cloverly School,
where he earned a reputation as
a kind, motivational leader and
was instrumental in organizing
the first father-and-son Pinewood
Derby.
After retiring from Continental
Can Corporation, Dan
became a realtor and broker in
town, which kept him involved
in Temple City, a place he loves
friendly people.
For more than 30 years, his
one-man office provided exceptional
service with honesty
and integrity.
After retirement from real
estate, Dan began devoting
considerable time to helping
others, providing rides to Sunday
worship services or church
activities and visiting neighbors
and friends in rehabilitation
centers, often with cribbage
board in hand.
Dan has been an active
member of the Temple City
Kiwanis Club since 1980, and
was a two-time honoree as
Kiwanian of the Year.
He was the Club’s President
in 1991 and has held various
positions on the Kiwanis Board
of Directors over the years, currently
serving as Chairman of
the Membership Committee.
Nanette Fish named TC Woman of the Year
Continued from Page 1
• Temple City High School Ramrodders Football
Executive Board 2003-2005
• Team Mom for Temple City Youth Football,
Temple City Youth Cheer, Temple City American
Little League, Temple City AYSO Soccer, Temple
City High School Freshman and J.V. Football, J.V.
Girls Basketball, Varsity Girls Basketball, J.V. Girls
Softball. Varsity Football 1999-2010
• Camellia Festival Art Show Coordinator
2000-2002
• Camellia Festival Executive Board 2003-2011
• Camellia Festival General Chairman 2005
• Camellia Festival Director 2007-2011
• La Rosa School PTA, Cloverly School PTA,
and Oak Avenue Intermediate School PTA Executive
Boards 1994-2005
• Revlon Cancer Walk 2000-2003
• South Pasadena Relay for Life 2004-2007
• Cloverly School Site Council Member 2002
& 2003, Chairperson 2003
• Temple City Chamber of Commerce Golf
Tournament Committee Member 2004 & 2005
• Temple City Chamber of Commerce Miss
Temple City Pageant Committee Member 2006-
2011
Temple City Chamber of Commerce
& First Lutheran Church & School
invite you to a Social Mixer
Monday, April 18, 2011
He participates in the
organization’s annual community
prayer breakfast and many
of its fundraising events.
For more than 25 years, Dan
has been an active member in
the Temple City Christian
Church.
Dan is a member of the
Temple City Historical Society
and since 2005 has been its official
historian, keeping the
city’s history alive as it celebrates
its 50th Anniversary.
Last May, Los Angeles
County Supervisor Mike
Antonovich recognized Dan for
his dedication to the community.
Always modest, Dan does
not view his contributions as
extraordinary, insisting, “I think
everybody should do what they
can to make the place they call
home a little bit better.”
• Saint Luke Catholic Church fiesta volunteer
2005 to 2011
• Temple City High School Grad Nite Committee
Member and Volunteer 2005 -2010.
• Temple City Parks & Recreation Commissioner
2005-2011(Appointed by the City Council)
• Chairperson 2008 Temple City High School
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges
(WASC)
• Parent/Community Committee Member
2009
• Temple City Habitat for Humanity Advisory
Group 2010
• Temple City 50th Anniversary Committee
2009-2010
• Pasadena Tournament of Roses Member 2010
• Parade Formation Committee 2010
• Rose Queen Tryout Committee 2010/Volunteer
• Bandfest Committee 2010/Volunteer
Awards Received
Temple City Chamber of Commerce-Community
Service Award 2009 & 2010
Temple City Unified School District- High
School VIP Volunteer Award 2010
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When: Monday, April 18
Mixer: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: First Lutheran Church & School, 9123 Broadway, Temple City
Admission: $5 per person
Phone the Chamber for further information (626) 286-3101
Open to all businesses and residents, public invited
Yes, I will attend the April 18 Mixer
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Business Name _______________________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________________
Phone number (include area code) _______________________________________________
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www.templecitychamber.org e-mail to: info@templecitychamber.org TEMPLE CITY LIFE • APRIL 2011 • 5
By Jeanne Murset
Daniel D. Cheng, DDS is a
new Chamber member with his
dental office located at 211 Las
Tunas, San Gabriel. Dr. Cheng
recently took over the practice
from Dr. Donald Crawford after
Dr. Crawford retired.
Dr. Cheng is a 1999 graduate
of USC and is very excited
to meet new patients in the
community. Two areas in which
Dr. Cheng specializes are Temporomandibular
joint disorder,
or TMJ syndrome, which is an
acute or chronic inflammation
of the temporomandibular
joint, which connects the mandible
to the skull. The disorder
and resultant dysfunction can
result in significant pain and
impairment. He also specializes
in full-mouth construction related
to joint problems.
In addition to these specialties,
Dr. Cheng also does cleaning,
crowns, extractions, fillings,
inlays and overlays as well as
pediatric dental care.
When not in the office, Dr.
Cheng does find time for his
love of scuba diving and cooking.
Another passion for Dr.
Cheng is that he is one of the
principal dentists in organizing
The Temple City Chamber and Chamber Discoveries
announce a Chamber trip “Discover &
Explore Tuscany” departing Nov. 1.
The 9-day trip includes airfare from Los Angeles
International Airport, seven nights first class
hotel accommodations, breakfast daily, city tours
of Florence, Siena, Piazza del Campo and San
Gimignano. See the Cathedral, Baptistery and the
famous Gates of Paradise.
The Chamber is bringing an experience that
is available to anyone and their families for a spe-
New Member Spotlight
Dentist Daniel D. Cheng establishes practice in San Gabriel
Daniel D. Cheng, DDS
the homeless winter shelter
dental yearly program.
Besides smaller scale
monthly charity dental outreaches,
Dr. Cheng is involved
with a group called RAM. A
story in the New York Times
Dec 8, 2009 and a five-minute
interview and will be featured
on his Web site www.
bestbitedental.com when it is
completed for public viewing.
Remote Area Medical
(RAM) is a nonprofit, all-volunteer
charitable organization
that provides free health care
Chamber offers trips to Europe
Nine-day trip to Tuscany, departs Nov. 1
cial price starting at only $2,399 per person,
double occupancy. Those who book by April 30
will save $100.
To insure traveling on the same tour bus with
friends who have already signed up, please submit
a reservation form and deposit early.
Of course, the Chamber will do its best to accommodate
everyone as it wants tours to be enjoyable
and memorable. Register by July 25 with
the $450 required deposit. For further information
phone the Chamber at (626) 286-3101.
Ten-day Eastern European trip, departs Nov. 9
The Temple City Chamber of Commerce and
Chamber Discoveries announce a Chamber Trip
“Discover & Explore Imperial Splendors” departing
Nov. 9.
The 10-day trip includes international airfare,
hotel accommodations, breakfast daily, city tours
of Vienna, Budapest and Prague. The trip also includes
deluxe bus tours and English-speaking tour
guides.
The Chamber is offering this experience for
residents and families for a special price of $1,899
clinics to under-insured and
non-insured people and families.
Services provided include
dental, vision including eye
glasses and general medical services.
RAM provides free health
care clinics around the world in
the poorest of countries, but
also realized the absolute need
to provide the free clinics in our
own backyard.
In the past, RAM helped provide
relief in Los Angeles, Haiti
and New Orleans (after
Katrina). Because of the incredible
need for access to health
care in California, RAM is graciously
providing a free clinic
April 1-4 at Cal Expo in Sacramento
and April 9-12 at the
Coliseum in Oakland to support
U.S. communities. For
more information please visit
www.RAMCaliforniaVolunteers.org.
Patients may go to the same
Web site for patient information.
Phone Dr. Cheng at (626)
287-0991 for an appointment
or a consultation. The office is
open by appointment Monday
through Thursday from 9 a.m.
to 6 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to
1 p.m.
per person, double occupancy.
To insure traveling on the same tour bus with
friends who have already signed up, please submit
a reservation form and deposit early. Of
course, the Chamber will do its best to accommodate
everyone as it wants tours to be enjoyable
and memorable.
Register by May 1, or until date is filled, with
$450 deposit. For further information phone the
Chamber at (626) 286-3101.
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Attorney and Counselor at Law
Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills, Probate
5816 Temple City Boulevard
Post Office Box 1
Quality Bookkeeping
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9633 East Las Tunas Drive
Temple City, California 91780
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Asian American Economic Development
Enterprises, Inc. provides economic self-help
Asian American Economic
Development Enterprises, Inc.
(AAEDE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization dedicated to
economic self-help for Asian
Americans and others.
Now located in Monterey
Park, AAEDE began in 1977 by
helping Chinese immigrants
acclimate to their new environment
and to obtain financial
security.
Its activities include workshops
and seminars, business
consultation assistance for beginning
and fledgling enterprises,
information support for
the business community, and
advocacy for small & minority
firms.
For more than 30 years,
AAEDE has provided services
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current entrepreneurs throughout
Southern California while
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David Woo, founder and
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its goals as the Four Es: Employment,
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find employment, to assist them
in getting the expanded education
they may need to ensure
their promotion and competence,
and to assist them on the
road to building a successful enterprise
which will then, in turn,
employ more Asian Americans.”
Asian American Economic
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SoCalGas offers no-cost home improvements
Customers may now qualify to receive a highefficiency
clothes washer as part of the Energy
Savings Assistance Program
Southern California Gas Co. is helping lowincome
customers reduce their energy use by offering
no-cost energy-saving home improvements,
including the installation of a high-efficiency
clothes washer, to customers who qualify.
It is estimated that 1.8 million customers may be
eligible to enroll in the program, but have not yet
done so.
SoCalGas’s Energy Saving Assistance Program,
formally known as the Direct Assistance Program,
includes weatherization services, such as caulking,
weather-stripping doors, and the installation
of low-flow shower heads and attic insulation. In
addition, the utility will repair or replace — without
charge — natural gas furnaces for
homeowners who qualify. Since the program began
in 1983, SoCalGas has weatherized more than
600,000 limited-income homes.
The program is open to eligible customers who
live in the property they either own or rent. Renters
need the approval of the property owner to
participate in the program. Bonded and licensed
contractors screened by SoCalGas perform the
necessary weatherization work.
“The Energy Savings Assistance Program helps
customers reduce their energy usage and, most
importantly, save money on their utility bills,” said
Hal D. Snyder, vice president of customer solu-
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Customers may be eligible to participate if they
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the California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE)
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Customers can learn more about the Energy
Savings Assistance Program by visiting SoCalGas’s
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(800) 427-2200 or (800) 342-4545 in Spanish. To
learn how to conserve energy at home, customers
can visit socalgas.com/energyefficiency.
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Jack Von Bulow
Waiting for Doc Godot
I guess I’m not as patient as
I used to be. And I hate it when
patients have to wait.
Don’t know about you guys,
but lately it seems I spend lots
of time just waiting. Do the
words “Express lane” mean
anything to you? Nope, me neither.
And even without counting
the hours I spend marooned
out on that road “under repair”
to nowhere, Rosemead Boulevard,
I’m still way too versed on
that purgatory we call talk-radio.
Lucky for me (and you) I
stay outta politics but I ask you,
how often can mere mortals listen
to millionaire athletes
mangle the English language?
Shucks, at heart I’m a traditionalist.
I’m not one of those
nervous Chihuahua types going,
“Whaddawe gonna do
now? Whaddawe gonna do
now?” Seriously, I don’t even
caffeinate.
I live in the now; just don’t
want to be there (in my car)
forever.
Since I’m not comfortable
spending my hover time level-
Jack Von Bulow, DDS
ing family Sicilian curses at the
helpless knucklehead crawling
along the 210 in front of me,
I’ve learned to take time to reflect.
But unlike the knucklehead
in front of me, I’ve also
learned to use my turn indicator.
And finally, I’ve taken steps
to climb out of the primordial
talk-radio ooze and — listen to
books. Not easy for a traditionalist
who’d rather dropkick a
Kindle than read one. On the
other hand: no Michael Bolton!
I listen to CDs my practice
Chamber of Commerce presents Camellia Jewelry
The Chamber of Commerce
has commissioned a wellknown
artist, Maria De La Luz,
to make a line of jewelry depicting
the city’s flower, the camellia.
Maria is licensed to make
jewelry for the Pasadena Tournament
of Roses and the
Chamber is very lucky to have
this talented artist create a special
line of jewelry for our community.
Please contact the Chamber
or stop by to see this line of exquisite
jewelry.
The Chamber of Commerce
is located at 9050 Las Tunas and
the phone number is (626) 286-
3101.
advisor turns out more prolifically
than law schools breed
litigators. And it’s cool. Especially
when you consider it runs
five grand a day to be advised
in person.
So last Thursday, I embraced
the 90-minute trip to The Valley
for my 6-hour, 18-hole adventure
behind four guys who
coulda been The View being interviewed
by Oprah once they
finally completed their long circuitous
trip to the green.
And I listened to author Fred
Joyal, who is also the founder
of 1-800 DENTIST and a major
honcho in the world of dental
marketing.
Joyal shared he advises clients
to visualize the traditional
medical practice — and then
create the exact opposite. And
that’s when I realized I’m not
the traditionalist I thought I
was.
I realized Rosemead Boulevard,
the 405, city golf courses,
quicksand, and my Dad’s ophthalmologist
all had something
in common; they all took up a
major chunk of my time.
Americans spend an average
101 minutes per day in their car
— and that includes Nebraska.
So patients, I feel your pain
— really. Don’t wanna make
you mad; don’t wanna make
you wait. Waiting at Disneyland
is a drag; waiting for the dentist
is more like standing in line
for a sobriety test on New Year’s
Eve. To paraphrase the Rolling
Stones, “—ti-i-i-ime is on
(your) side.” Promise I’m gonna
keep it that way.
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Community News
Temple City to honor city volunteers,
with meal, program on April 30
A special lunch is planned to honor and recognize the efforts of
Temple City’s many volunteers, whose dedication makes the community
one of the best places to live in Southern California. The
meal and awards program, entitled “Temple City Volunteers — A
League of Their Own,” will be presented on April 30 at the Embassy
Suites Hotel in Arcadia. All volunteers, local service organizations
and clubs with 15 or more hours of service during 2010
will be honored. The City of Temple City extends heartfelt appreciation
and thanks to all volunteers that have served the community
in 2010. Persons interested in becoming a volunteer should
phone (626) 285-2171, ext. 2361.
Brighten your life with Flowers
A full-service florist
specializing in
brightening your life!
Temple City Animal Hospital
FULL-SERVICE FAMILY VETERINARIANS*
We know that your pet is an
important member of your family.
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Managing Andrea Doctor Hitch, (TCHS DVM ’76)
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5947 Oak Avenue, Temple City, CA 91780
Across the street from the post office
OPEN 9 - 6 M-F • 9 to 3 Sat.
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Phone for an
appointment
but walk-ins
welcome
Dogs • Cats
Small Animals
Pocket Pets
Temple City Animal Hospital
5406 Rosemead Blvd. (South of Broadway)
(626) 287-1173
OPEN MON. - FRI. 8 A.M. TO 12 NOON • 2 P.M. UNTIL 6 P.M.
“When we needed help,
we discovered Vista Cove at San Gabriel”
e-mail to: info@templecitychamber.org
• Assisted Living
• Memory Care
• Respite Care
Lic. #197606796
For more information or to schedule a tour, please phone
(626) 289-8889
901 W. Santa Anita St., San Gabriel, CA 91776
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Temple City National Little League opening
www.templecitychamber.org
Photo by Jerry Jambazian
It’s that time of year again. The Temple City National Little League opening ceremonies took place Saturday,
March 5, at Millham Field at Longden School. Play ball. Batter up.
TCUSD to host health fair, 5K run/walk
The Temple City Unified
School District will host a free
Community Health Fair and 5K
Run/ Walk on May 7 at Temple
City Park, 9701 Las Tunas Dr.
The Run/Walk is free and all
runners and walkers will receive
a T-shirt. Check-in for the Run/
Walk will begin at 6:30 a.m.,
with the Run/Walk beginning at
7 a.m. sharp. Registration forms
must be turned in to Jeanne St.
Pierre; the deadline for registration
is April 22.
Registration forms for the 5K
Run/Walk are available at the
TCUSD District Office, all
school sites, and at City Hall in
Temple City Christian Church, 9723 Garibaldi
Ave, Temple City, is hosting a Night of Authors
on April 10. The public is invited.
A potluck dinner will take place at 5:30p.m.
and the program begins at 6:30p.m.
Featured presenters will be:
William Armstrong – actor, film maker and
entrepreneur — and now an author. His recently
published Brain Trainer will be available for pur-
Temple City. Late registration on
the day of the event will be taken,
but T-shirts are limited to those
who register in advance.
The free Community Health
Fair will be held from 8 to 11
a.m., also at Temple City Park. A
dentist will provide student dental
screenings, which are mandated
by the State.
The Fair will also include diabetes,
grip strength, body fat, and
blood pressure screenings. Vendors
will provide information
about acupuncture, mental
health services and smoking cessation.
Activities planned are face
Church News
Temple City Christian Church to honor local authors
painting, an inflatable bouncer
for kids, and a raffle for adults.
Come visit with Huntington
Memorial Hospital’s pet therapy
dogs. Temple City High School’s
Jazz Band and Longden Elementary
School’s Drill Team will perform
in the Performing Arts Pavilion.
The 5K Run/Walk and Health
Fair are sponsored by the Temple
City Unified School District Local
Education Agency. For more
information, phone Jeanne St.
Pierre at 626-548-5000, Extension
1904 or Helen Redmond at
626-548-5069.
chase at this event and he will be present to personalize
your copy.
Mary McCulloch – poet, writer and illustrator
– will read one of her poems and a short story
or two.
Temple City Christian Church is on the corner
of Garibaldi and Golden West. Enter the parking
lot off Golden West. For more information
please phone (626) 286-0581 or (626) 893-0303.
Valley Community Church invites public to healing worship services
Valley Community Church has established a
monthly healing school that meets on the third
Saturday of every month from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
There is no cost to attend and the public is invited
to hear exciting Biblical truths of hope that
reveal how healing is the established will of God.
A portion of every session is dedicated to praying
for those in need of healing. Church members
report believing in and witnessing miraculous
healing, according to the promises of God.
Regardless of previous religious affiliations or
no previous church experience, the public is invited
to come with a spirit of expectation and to
meet the Lord.
Valley Community Church is located at 3039
Santa Anita Ave in El Monte, just two blocks south
of the San Bernardino Freeway. For more information,
please phone the church office at (626)
443-3063 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.,Tuesday through
Friday.
Free income tax preparations for
low- and moderate-income seniors
A free program for Income tax preparations for low- and moderate-income seniors, sponsored
by Temple City, the AARP and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Franchise
Tax Board, provides income tax preparation for low- and moderate-income taxpayers.
Special attention is given to those 60 years and older. Counseling is provided by IRScertified
AARP volunteer tax aides, who are ready to provide you with free federal and state
tax return preparation, e-filing and help with tax questions. Assistance is provided in English
and Chinese.
Income tax preparation is offered on Wednesdays through April 13 at the Live Oak Park
Community Center, 10144 Bogue Street.
Appointments are required, so phone Leila Soltis at (626) 579-0461 to schedule a visit.
Please bring the following items to an appointment:
• Copy of last year’s tax return
• A completed IRS “interview” (form 13614)
• Any tax documents received in the mail, such as W-2, 1099, 1098 or SSA-1099 forms
• Evidence of Social Security for all persons to be included in the tax return
The program gives advance notice that if a return is beyond the scope of the volunteer
expertise, the volunteer tax aide has the right to refuse service.

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Founders Day honorees.
Council PTA hosts Founders Day dinner
Temple City Council PTA held their annual Founders
Day Dinner and award presentation on February 10.
Nearly 200 individuals attended this year’s recognition
event and dined on a delicious Hawaiian bar-bque
dinner. Everyone enjoyed this year’s “A Mahalo
Event” theme.
Council PTA President, Mariana Casal, emceed the
evening’s festivities.
Each year, Council PTA and school PTAs select individuals
to receive awards. The following hard working,
dedicated individuals were honored for their service to
the children in our community:
Honorary Service Awards: Dale Calvillo and Suzan
Wong (Cloverly); Theresa Alberts (Emperor); Roxanna
Longden Receives 2011
Governor’s Challenge Award
Longden Elementary School received
a prestigious Governor’s Council on
Physical Fitness and Sports Front Runner
Recognition Award on Feb. 23.
Representatives from the Governor’s
Council visited Longden and presented a
$1,000 check courtesy of CVS Pharmacy.
Longden is one of 3 Los Angeles
schools and one of 30 schools in California
that were recognized for leading the
way in engaging students in physical activity
as part of the 2011 Governor’s Challenge
competition.
L.A. County Library
in Temple City
announces schedule
Programs for Adults
Tuesday, April 12 at 5 p.m., Candle
Making Workshop. Bring some warmth
and light into your home by making your
own candles. Materials are free.
Friday, April 22 at 3:30 p.m., Bingo
Game.
Every Thursday a computer tutorial
is offered by appointment only.
Programs for Teens
Wednesday, April 13 and 20, video
gaming night at 5 p.m.
Tuesday, April 19 at 5 p.m., Duct
tape iPod case. Create your very own media
case.
Saturday, April 23 at 2 p.m., College
Planning 101 sponsored by Pasadena
Community College. Register by April 9.
Please note all programs are presented
in the meeting room.
For further information, please contact
Adult and Teen Services Librarian
Catherine Señeris at the Temple
City Library (County of Los Angeles Public
Library, 5939 Golden West Ave. Temple
City, CA 91780, (626) 285-2136 or at
cseneris@library.lacounty.gov
Celebrating more than
65 years of service
FULL-TIME SPACES AVAILABLE
626-287-6880
OPEN 6:30 A.M. TO 6:30 P.M.
• Accredited Early Childhood
Program with safe environment
• Qualified Staff with First Aid
and CPR
• Large Outdoor Play Areas
• Beautiful Landscaping
• Reasonable Prices
• Potty Training
Peña and Stephanie Rodriguez (La Rosa); Kathy Keelin,
Monica Palomares, and Dennis Stahl (Longden); Bobby
Dominguez and Lawton Gray (Oak); Staci Hazlett and
Joanne Ng (TCHS); Tom Roberts (DDSLC); and Mike
Nahabedian and Jeanne St. Pierre (Council PTA).
Continuing Service Award: Tessi Ridley (Emperor);
Deanne Sciarrotta (TCHS)
Very Special Person Award: Stephanie Chiasson
(Cloverly); Joe Mulraney (Emperor); Shelly Janclaes (La
Rosa); and Julie Bowman, Lisa Eich and Pat Johnson
(Longden).
For more information about PTA membership, contact
Lori Magallanes at 626-285-9345.
Fifteen students from Temple City
High School’s Quantum Physics Club
competed in 22 events on Feb. 26. The
event was the 25th Annual Los Angeles
County Science Olympiad.
TCHS instructor and Olympiad advisor
Kevin Slattery guided students as
they planned and completed their
projects.
At the Olympiad, team members took
tests, completed hands-on lab activities,
and demonstrated their projects, which
had to meet specific requirements.
Temple City Pre-School • After School
PACIFIC FRIENDS SCHOOL
A Developmental Pre-School
Before and After School Care
ACCREDITED BY
National Association for the
Education of Young Children
Professional Association for Childhood Education
CONVENIENT LOCATION
6210 Temple City Boulevard
Temple City CA 91780
Member - TC Chamber of Commerce
Playfactory Preschool
Curriculum is consistent for developing
child’s skills for school and life
A Non-Profit Non-Sectarian Program
Open to all Children of the Community
License# 191502175
Photo by Jerry Jambazian
Children 2 thru 6
Full or Part Time
Breakfast • Lunch • Afternoon Snack
Potty Training Available
OPEN 7 A.M. TO 6 P.M. • MON. - FRI.
9723 GARIBALDI AVE. 626-285-9223
Cyndi Halton, Director
Member of Temple City Chamber of Commerce • Established in 1973
The TCHS team placed a very respectable
10th out of 36 high school teams in
attendance.
Students raised approximately $600
to cover the cost of registration fees and
project costs.
Projects included a Rube Goldberg
device where points are awarded for energy
changes, two handmade musical
instruments (one of which is about
6’x6’x10’ in size) that they had to play
and answer physics questions about, a
Temple Temple City City Christian Christian Preschool
Preschool
Developmental Preschool Program for ages 2-1 /2 -5
Full-day and Half-day Programs, Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Serving the Community since 1965
• Promote self-confidence and positive self-esteem
• Developmentally appropriate activities
• Focus on cognitive, social, emotional and physical development
A place where
learning is fun
School News
TCUSD’s budget action
alert: schools need help
Due to the State of California’s fiscal crisis, the
Temple City Unified School District is facing nearly $6
million in budget cuts over the next three years. These
reductions will potentially have a drastic impact on the
educational programs and staffing levels that our District
is able to sustain.
TCUSD has cut over $3 million from its budget over
the past three years as a result of ongoing State-wide
cuts to education funding. More than ever, the District
needs everyone’s support to continue TCUSD’s outstanding
educational programs and extra-curricular
activities.
Voice your support for adequately funding public
education! Please take a few minutes to visit the
District’s website at www.tcusd.net (click on Budget
Action Alert) and send personalized electronic letters
to State Senator Carol Liu and State Assembly Member
Anthony Portantino. We need our legislators’ support
to place an extension of the current temporary taxes/
fees on the special election ballot in June. TCUSD needs
your support in voting “yes” to approve these extensions.
It will not be possible to make up the budget shortfall
without impacting our award-winning schools.
The Board of Education, administrators, teachers,
and support personnel are doing everything possible
to minimize the impact these reductions will have on
students!
The District is partnering with the Temple City
Schools Foundation to protect educational programs
for students through its “THRIVE” campaign! You can
help by making an online donation at
www.tcsf4students.org.
For more information regarding the District’s financial
picture, visit www.tcusd.net.
TCHS Students compete in Science Olympiad
mousetrap powered car, a propeller, a helicopter,
and a balsa wood tower.
These inspired, self-motivated students
literally spent hundreds of hours
preparing for the Olympiad while keeping
on top of their demanding academic
coursework.
Temple City High services students in
grades 9-12 in the Temple City Unified
School District. For more information
about Temple City High School, call 626-
548-5042.
Come and visit our campus.
6019 Baldwin Ave. (Enter on Rowland Ave.)
Temple City, CA 91780 (626) (626) 286-0042
286-0042
Carol Burns, Director

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e-mail to: info@templecitychamber.org
www.templecitychamber.org
Temple City churches announce Holy Week worship
San Gabriel Union
San Gabriel Union Church welcomes
the community to celebrate the resurrection
of Jesus Christ at any of the following
services:
• Good Friday Service – Friday, April
22 at 7 p.m.
• Easter Sunrise Service – Sunday,
April 24 at 6:30 a.m.
• Free Easter Breakfast – Sunday, April
24 at 7:45 a.m.
• Easter Worship Service – Sunday,
April 24 at 9 a.m.
San Gabriel Union Church is committed
to teaching the Bible and bringing
glory to God through its various
ministries. There are programs for all age
Temple City Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)
Dr. Bryce Gayhart, Pastor
9723 Garibaldi Ave (at Golden West)
(626) 286 0581
e-mail—tccc9723@yahoo.com
Bible Study Wed. 10 a.m. & Thurs. 7 p.m.
Pastor’s Class 9:10 a.m.
Sunday Worship 10 a.m.
St. Luke Catholic Church
Fr. Mark A. Strader, Pastor
5605 Cloverly Ave.
(626) 291-5900
www.stluketemplecity.org
Sunday Masses: 6:30, 8, 10,12, 5:30 p.m.
Saturday Evening Mass: 5:30 p.m.
Weekday Masses: 6:30 a.m.and 9 a.m.
Temple City Church of Christ
Jonathon Hinckley, Minister
5272 Sereno Dr., Temple City
Sunday Bible Class 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
All Children Welcome
Nursery
First Baptist Church of TC
Douglas Byer, Interim Senior Pastor
6019 Baldwin Ave. • Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 286-3125
web site: www.templecitybaptist.org
e-mail: info@templecitybaptist.org
glen@templecitybaptist.org
Sunday School: 9 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
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Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Pastor Frank Wang
5319 N. Halifax, TC
(626) 444-2754
www.blctemplecity.com
Worship: English at 9:30 a.m. Mandarin at 11 a.m.
Church News
groups and life stages. Visitors are always
welcome. SGUC is located at 117 N. Pine
St. in San Gabriel, (corner of Las Tunas
and Pine). Visit the Web site
www.sgucandcs.org or phone (626) 287-
0486 for additional information.
“Blessed be the God and Father of our
Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great
mercy, he has caused us to be born again
to a living hope through the resurrection
of Jesus Christ from the dead.” (1 Peter
1:3 ESV)
San Gabriel Union Church
Steve Balentine, Senior Pastor
117 N. Pine St., San Gabriel
(626) 287-0486
www.sgucandcs.org
Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.
Sunday School: 10:45 a.m.
Wed. Bible Study, 7 p.m.
Wednesday Night Youth Program, Jr. & Sr. High, 7 p.m.
Temple City Church of the Nazarene
Ken Lewis, Senior Pastor
9953 Las Tunas Dr. • (626) 287-1136
email: tcnazpastor@charterinternet.com
tcnazoffice@charterinternet.com
Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.
Chinese Mandarin Worship: 11:15 a.m.
Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. All Ages
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Heather Williams, Pastor
9642 Live Oak Ave.
626-287-1987
wpctc@sbcglobal.net • www.tc-presbyterian.org
Adult Education, Sunday 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.
All Children Welcome • Nursery • Children's Church
Wednesday Adult Bible Study 11 a.m.
Hope Christian Fellowship
6116 N. San Gabriel Blvd. • San Gabriel, CA 91775
626-287-9997 • www.hopechristianfellowship.net
Sunday Celebration 9 a.m. & 10:45 a.m
Active Children’s Ministry For all Ages
Jr. & Sr. High Youth Groups, 6:30-9 p.m.Sunday
Multiple Small Groups • Friendly Multi-Ethnic Church
Community of Christ
Darrell Kelty, Pastor / Presiding Elder
9468 Broadway
Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m.
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
285-4500
First Baptist
First Baptist Church, at 6019 Baldwin
Avenue in Temple City welcomes you on
April 14 to our Palm Sunday service at
10 a.m. featuring the Chancel Choir
singing special music.
Easter Sunday, April 24, our service
will be at 10 a.m. with our Interim Pastor
Doug Beyer speaking on “Easter
Times Four.” The public is welcome.
Sunrise Community and
Westminster Presbyterian
Sunrise Community Church and
Westminster Presbyterian Church welcome
the community to Maundy Thursday
Tenebrae, Good Friday and Easter
Resurrection Celebration services.
Maundy Thursday
Westminster Presbyterian Church
will conduct their Maundy Thursday
Tenebrae service at 7 p.m. Thursday,
April 21 in the sanctuary. A tenebrae service
is a “service of darkness” where five
dramatic perspectives of those closest to
Jesus on His last night share their insight
into what was taking place from their
perspective.
Good Friday
Good Friday will be remembered at 7
p.m. Friday April 22. The evening is a
time of personal reflection as they walk
through the gospel accounts of the trial
and crucifixion of Jesus Christ with
hymns of remembrance.
Easter Sunday
On Easter Sunday, April 24, Sunrise
Community Church will celebrate the
resurrection of Jesus at its 8:45 a.m. service.
Following, the community is in-
vited to stay for brunch on the church
grounds to enjoy food and fellowship.
There is no charge for the brunch.
Westminster Presbyterian will celebrate
Easter in the sanctuary at 10:30
a.m. Childcare will be provided for children
under the age of 5.
First, Faith United
Methodist, Chinese Caucus
Palm Sunday Cantata
The combined choirs of First and
Faith United Methodist Churches will
present a musical cantata “In Calvary’s
Shadow,” at 10 a.m. Palm Sunday, April
17.
Holy Week Activities
The community is invited to relive the
final meal of Jesus and his disciples at
6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 21. Often
called Maundy Thursday, this meal will
provide a greater understanding of the
Passover meal and the Jewish origins for
Christian practices and beliefs. Please
contact the church for more information
and to make a reservation.
Good Friday
The Chinese Caucus of the United
Methodist Church will be hosting a
Good Friday worship service at 7:30 p.m.
April 22, at Temple City First United
Methodist Church. Worship will be provided
in both English and Chinese languages.
Easter Sunday Celebration
Celebrate Easter at the First United
Methodist Church of Temple City. Easter
Sunrise Service will be at 7:30 a.m.
followed by an Easter breakfast at 8:15
a.m. and celebration service at 10 a.m.
All are welcome.
First United Methodist Church
Rev. David Palmer, Pastor
5957 N. Golden West Ave.
Temple City, CA 91780
626-286-3129
Sunday School 8:45 a.m. • Worship 10 a.m.
E-mail: info@templecityumc.org
pastordavid@templecityumc.org
Website: www.templecityumc.org
First Lutheran Church
Pastor David Hill
9123 Broadway, Temple City 91780
Office (626) 287-0968
Sunday Worship:
8:30 a.m. Traditional worship • 11 a.m. Praise worship
Bible Study - Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.
web site: www.firstlutherantc.org
e-mail: info@firstlutherantc.org
New Hope Church (PCUSA)
David Pak, Pastor
Mariko Yanagihara, Associate
700 S. Rosemead Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107-5613
449-8644 (English) • 577-0191 (Korean)
michillindapres@aol.com
Sunday: 8 a.m. • 11:15 a.m. Korean Worship
9:30 a.m./ 1:30 p.m. English Worship
Sunrise Community Church
Nondenominational: Conservative Christian
Andrew Kikkert, Pastor
9642 E. Live Oak Ave. • (626) 287-6120
Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m.
Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
Friday Game Night 7 p.m. - 1st and 3rd Fridays
Friday Night Fellowship 6:30 p.m. - 2nd and 4th Fridays
Valley Community Church
Pastor Gary Clouse
3039 Santa Anita Ave., El Monte, Ca 91733
(626) 443-3063
www.myvcc.org
Saturday Night Live 6 p.m.
Sunday Worship Service 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Wednesday Worship Service 7 p.m.
Spanish Translation Available

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Blue Star program honors those who serve us
CALENDAR
April 30 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Annual
Rummage Sale at Alta-
Dena Dairy. Corner of Encinita
and Las Tunas. Donations and
volunteers needed
June – Annual Barbecue Dinner
at First Baptist Church of
Temple City
June – September. Concerts in
the Park at Temple City Park.
Corner of Golden West and Las
Tunas.
Nov. 4 – Annual Blue Star Recognition
Dinner. Times and
dates to be announced.
Blue Star Meaning
The Blue Star program was
started during World War I,
honoring those serving our
country. During Wold War II,
the Blue Star program was
brought back.
The program went by the
wayside during the Korean and
Vietnam Wars and was non-existent
during Desert Storm. After
the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks
in New York and Washington
D.C., the whole nation came
together again showing its patriotism.
What better time to
bring back the support of the
Blue Star program.
Temple Citians are very
proudly joining the cities of
Monrovia, Arcadia, and Azusa,
Duarte and West Covina in the
Blue Star program saluting
military service men and
Remembering
those who
protect us
24/7/365
women and their families.
The Kiwanis Club, Temple
City Life, American Legion,
Chamber of Commerce, Nick
and Nancy Gladis and former
Mayor Cathe Wilson participated
in the resurrection of the
program in Temple City.
Temple City residents with
family members in the military
are encouraged to contact
Sharon Johnson (626) 285-
5852 for more information.
Photos by Jerry Jambazian
Longden School honors military families
Longden Elementary School celebrated Military Families of its students with a special program and American
flag ceremony March 11. See more photos on the Chamber’s Web site, www.templecitychamber.org.
TEMPLE CITY
SALUTES
FAMILY MEMBERS OF TEMPLE CITY RESIDENTS, SERVING THE U.S.A.
Air Force
Nathan Alfano
Mark Andrews
Susie Andrews
Kevin Bateman
Nicholas Breniser
Philip Bridge
Anthony Cambonga
Steven Chicca
Brenda Comstock
Edward Lee Connors
Jacqueline Crider
Mark D. Curry
Kimberly Diehl
Jose Flores
Beau Gardner
Steven Groesz
James M. Haller
James Herndon
Catherine Hight (Reserve)
Brett Hommerson
Patrick J. Horton
Daniel Jimenez
Andrew Katz
Geoffrey C. Lewis
Steven X. Li
George Lopez
David Lucero
Jason Macy
Joseph Maier
Jeremiah J. Polk
Nicholas Richards
Liezl-Anne Sarte
Christine A. Van Der Paul
Army
Michael R. Acosta
Jeremy Albright
Jesse Aldana
Robert Arceo
Kyle Aspaturian
Kevin Banks
Erine Beck
Noah J. Beltran
Leon T. Butler
Brenden Byrnes
Jose Caoili IV
Colin D. Care
Xavier Cassal
Mark Y. Ching
Nellie Claros
Matt Deurmeier
Nathanael Gonzalez
Louie Guan
Dan Hart
Jose Herrera
D. Jeff Hudson
Tom Iarossi
Cherrie Kean
Sung Min Kim
Christopher Kline
James A. Konoske
Bryan Law
Carolyn LeBerthon
Philip Lee
Carol A. Lima
Denise Lloyd
Abraham Lopez
Darlene Luevano
Lorenzo Luevano
Kareem Meleika
Larry P. Mullaly
Greg Neaderbaomer
Andrew E. Nervo
Nam Hoang Nguyen
Matthew Oberlander
Dominic Oro
David Pepper
Alex Kuzma Perenishko
Robert E. Percy
James Pritchet
Robert Aaron Pugh
David Rivas
Martin J. Rodela
Christopher Schulze
Scott Shepro
Debra Sinnott
Michael Sinnott
Danny Stacey
Matthew Steyart * KIA
Robert Thomas Steyart
Clayton Taylor
Mark Tsunokai
S. Brian Ulmer
Henry Valenzuela
Atanasio Viera
Christopher Waller
Bradley E. Welsster II
Robert M. Winovitch
Jacque Wood-Kornelas
Coast Guard
Eric Conway
David & Dee Sasse
Marines
Francisco Acevedo
Steven D. Acevedo
John Andress
Brent Anglin
Arthur R. Baker III
Jason Bestpitch
Milton Cabrera
H. Joseph Camerano, Jr.
Aaron Cardenas
James Cardenas
Stacey Cortez
Amos Deines
James Earhart
Nicole Faraci
Steven Ferrara
John Paul Flores
Nicholas Gary
Derek W. Goodwin
Evan Guyant
Joshua N. Harris
Stacey J. Harris
Brett Alan Hascall
Jakob Hight
David C. Hill
Noah Hillbruner
Delbert Kelley
Ben Kirby
Tracy Kirby
Jonathan Kline
Jesse L. Klotz
Clint W. Kuhn
Neil LaSala
Richard Landeros
Jordan L. Law
William T. Lehre
Charles Liu
Brian Lo
James M. Loiacano Jr.
Joey L. Luna
Kevin C. Manning
Brent Marston
John Martorana
Nicole L. McCartney
Steven G. McMurray
Shawn Opal
Wesley Pack
Stephen Paletta
Thomas Paletta
Wyatt A. Reneer
Glen Reukema
Jason Reukema
Jonathan Rush
Alfonso Salazar
Stephen Sanderson
Jerad Speral
Elizabeth R. Stauffer
Leo Tjoakro
Michael Turrell
Cheri Wood-Anciaux
Ryan Ynzunza
Robert Ynzunza
National Guard
Christopher B. Parson
Kelly Porter
Navy
Thomas H. Allen
Brett Alt
Darren Brown
Daniel Chavez
Eric Coker
Jeremy Collett
Justin Downer
Cynthia Nash Gantt
Lisa M. Gunn
Kevin Haynes
Rogelio Hermosillo
Shanee Hermosillo
Tori James
Brett Johnson
Dustin N. Klotz
Adrien Yi Qian Li
Juan Gabriel Magni
F. Spencer Major
Erick Markman
David Martinez
Brian R. Meaden
Ariana J. Medina
Jennifer Northcutt
Eugene Parra
Guy Rauterkranz
Jennifer Rautenkranz
Robb Rudluff
Stuart Saxon
Andrew Strople
Christopher Sweet
Michael Terrenal
David Viray
Kevin White
Leo E. Wright II
To update information about a member of the military in your family, add a
name to this list or to order a color magnetic ribbon, please contact Sharon
Johnson at 626-285-5852.

12 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE • APRIL 2011
e-mail to: info@templecitychamber.org
www.templecitychamber.org
Temple City Chamber of Commerce Buyers Guide
A
ACCOUNTING,
BOOKKEEPING
Rex Dondlinger & Assoc.
Jim Dondlinger
5819 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 287-0903
LA First Tax &
Financial Services
Natalie Lee, EA
9067 Las Tunas Dr., T.C. (626)
285-1221
lalst@pacbell.net
www.la1sttax.com
Quality Bookkeeping Ser.
Kathleen Chambers, EA
9633 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 285-1281
qualbkg@sbcglobal.net
Steven S. Tyre, CPA
5703 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 285-7033
steventyre@yahoo.com
www.tyretax.com
ADVERTISING
Beacon Media
Von Raees
125 E. Chestnut, Monrovia, 91016
(626) 301-1010
Eraxtyle Design & Visual
Communications
Alexis Salamanca
1416 New Ave. #G
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 297-3613
Temple City Chamber of
Commerce
Temple City Life
9050 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-3101
Mid Valley News
Connie Keenan
11401 Valley Blvd., Suite 100
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 443-1753
connie@midvalleynews.com
Yellowbook
800 S. Baranca, Suite #500
Covina, CA 91723-3681
(626) 549-2400
ASSISTED LIVING
Vista Cove at San Gabriel
Miles Yoshisato
901 W. Santa Anita St.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 289-8889
ATTORNEYS
John L. Shaw, Attorney
5816 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 286-3710
Tony J. Tyre, Attorney
5703 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 285-7033
AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR,
SERVICE
A1 Automotive Service, Inc.
8803 E. Las Tunas
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 286-8277
City Automotive
Gerald Blaney
4700 Miller Dr. #A
(626) 443-8288
Dickson Motor Service, Inc.
Towing and Propane
Diane & Edward Oberlander
220 E. Agostino Rd.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 287-9951
Foreign Motor Service
9436 Las Tunas Dr.
Temple City, CA
(626) 287-1944
Ken’s Tow Service, Inc.
Chuck Palazzolo
9350 Lower Azusa Rd.
(626) 579-3400
Kevin’s Smog Check, Inc.
Kevin Quach
4519 #A Baldwin Avenue
El Monte, CA
(626) 579-7704
Lima Auto Repair
Mike Bruni
4500 N. Rosemead Blvd.,
Rosemead
(626) 287-7955
AUTO SALES, NEW
O’Donnell Chevrolet-Buick
100 S. San Gabriel Bvd.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 285-3600
AWARDS -TROPHIES
Awards by Champion
Bill Beasley
127 N. San Gabriel Blvd.,
San Gabriel, 91775
(626) 287-2171
B
BANKING -FINANCE
Bank of East Asia
Sammy Kwok
5773 N. Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 656-8888
Bank of the West
(formerly United Calif. Bank)
9934 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-6550
Foothill Credit Union
Stacy Arena
P.O. Box 660130
Arcadia, CA 91066-0130
(626) 445-0950
Wells Fargo Bank
9635 Las Tunas Dr.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 237-5060
BEAUTY, HAIR & BEAUTY SUPPLY
Avon
Jennifer Dwight
((818) 669-4622
Coe’s Coiffures
5820 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 286-5931
David’s Academy of Beauty
10229 Lower Azusa
(626) 443-0900
Embellish Salon
Linda Payne
9627-1/2 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 285-5332
Kerrie Lynn Hair Salon & Boutique
Kerrie Womack
5958 Temple City Blvd.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 292-7649
Lydia Permanent Make-Up, LLC
Lydia Perkins
5725 Sultana, TC 91780
(626) 274-6938
John Ridgel’s
Academy of Beauty, Inc.
Dawn Crabtree or Alice Hsu
9526 Las Tunas Dr., TC 91780
(626) 285-7112
BUSINESS CONSULTING
Myra D. Lopez
Business Consultant
1012 W. Beverly Blvd, Ste 876
(323) 869-8867
It’s About Time
Assistance Services
Julie LeGrand
5812 Temple City Blvd., #706
Temple City, CA 91780-2112
(626) 579-2975
customercare@abouttimeassistant.com
C
CARPET
Affiliated Carpet & Flooring
Gene & Jeff Klein
9020 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 287-0581
www.affiliatedcarpet.com
KJ & M Carpet
918 S. Myrtle Ave.
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 358-7400
M&B Carpet Suppliers
Carpet One
Mel North and Barbara Fields
9324 Lower Azusa Rd.
(626) 443-2744
CHIROPRACTIC
Chen Chi Wu Chiropractic
Chen Chi Wu, DC
9722 E. Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-5344
(626) 286-2515
Chiropractic Office of
Temple City
Dr. John Gutierrez, DC
9511 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 309-0640
drjohngutierrezchiropractor@yahoo.com
www.drjohngutierrezchiro.com
Prestige Integrative Health Center
Denny Chin, D.C.
5553 Rosemead Blvd.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 286-5800
Venerable Chiropractic Clinic
Brian Venerable, DC
206 E. Las Tunas #2,
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 285-5831
CHURCHES
HOUSE OF WORSHIP
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Pastor Frank Wang
5319 N. Halifax, TC
(626) 444-2754
www.blctemplecity.com
Community of Christ
Darrell Kelty
9468 Broadway
(626) 285-4500
First Baptist Church of TC
Douglas Byer, Interim Senior Pastor
6019 Baldwin Ave.
(626) 286-3125
www.templecitybaptist.org
First Lutheran Church
David Hill, Pastor
9123 Broadway
(626) 287-0968
First United Methodist Church
David Palmer, Pastor
5957 Golden West
(626) 286--3129
pastordavid@templecityumc.org
Hope Christian Fellowship
Pastor Jeff Bassette
6116 N. San Gabriel Blvd.,
San Gabriel, CA 91775
(626) 287-9997
www.hopechristianfellowship.net
New Hope Church
David Pak, Pastor
700 S. Rosemead Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 449-8644
San Gabriel Union Church
Steve Balentine, Pastor
117 N. Pine St, San Gabriel
(626) 287-0486
www.sgucandcs.org
dacosta@sgucandcs.org
San Gabriel Mision
428 S. Mission Dr.
San Gabnriel, CA 91776
(626) 457-3035
St. Luke Catholic Church
5605 Cloverly Ave.
(626) 291-5900
www.stluketemplecity.org
Spiritual Assembly of
the Baha’is of Temple City
1-800-22UNITE
P.O. Box 1651, TC
bahai.templecity@gmail.com
Sunrise Community Church
Andrew Kikkert, Pastor
9642 E. Live Oak Ave.
(626) 287-6120
Temple City Church of Christ
Jonathon Hinckley, Minister
5272 Sereno Dr.
(626) 286-6672
Temple City Church of the
Nazarene
Ken Lewis, Senior Pastor
9953 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 287-1136
Temple City Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)
Dr. Bryce Gayhart, Pastor
9723 Garibaldi Ave. (at Golden West)
(626) 286-0581
tccc9723@yahoo.com
Valley Community Church
3039 Santa Anita Ave., El Monte, CA
91733
(626) 443-3063
www.myvcc.org
Westminster Presby. Church
Rev. Heather Williams, Pastor
9642 Live Oak Ave.
626-287-1987
wpctp@sbcglobal.net
www.tc-presbyterian.org
CIVIC, NONPROFIT
ORGANIZATIONS
American Cancer Society
30616 Sandtrap Dr.
Agoura Hills, Ca 91301
(818) 292-3543
Asian American Economic
Development Enterprises, Inc
216 W. Garvey Ave. #E
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 572-7021
Blue Star Program
Sharon Johnson
(626) 285-5852
Central SG Valley
Worksource Center
11635 E. Valley Blvd.,
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 358-0368
Cheers Alano Club
AA& Related 12 Step Meeting
5934 Temple City Blvd.,TC
(626) 286-9975
Friends of the Temple City
Library
Manuel A. Valenzuela III
5939 Golden West Ave.
(626) 285-2137
Historical Society of TC
Museum at Woman’s Club
P.O. Box 1379
(626) 451-0833
Italian Catholic
Federation #326
P.O. Box 798
Kiwanis Club of Temple City
Jim Robuck, President
P.O. Box 156
(626) 286-2444
P.A.C.E.
(Pacific Asian Consortium Employees)
Sally Ho
1055 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 900B
Los Angeles, Ca 90017
(213) 352-9400
Rebuilding Together
Central San Gabriel
P.O. Box 2059
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Republican Club of TC
P.O. Box 35
(626) 286-3766
San Gabriel Rotary
Chin-Ho Liao
(626) 287-1966
SGV Economic Partnership
Michael Shay
4900 Rivergrade Rd., #A10
Irwindale, CA 91706
(626) 856-3400
San Gabriel Valley Music Theatre
Sally Baldwin
P.O. Box 878, San Gabriel, CA 91778
(626) 282-1440
St Luke Knights of Columbus
5605 Cloverly Ave.
(626) 286-9167
kofc9128@aol.com
T.C. American Little League
P.O. Box 584
(626) 443-7221
www.leaguelineup.com/tcall
Temple City High Twelve
P.O. Box 1048
(626) 286-4422
TC Chamber Of Commerce
Junior Committee
9050 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-3101
Temple City Ramrodders
P.O. Box 14 T.C. 91780
TCHS Vocal Arts Boosters
9501 E. Lemon
(626) 548-5053
TCNA
(626) 287-0263
TC Schools Foundation
Nadine Wittry
9700 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 548-5000
Temple City Sportsmen
P.O. Box 1336, TC
www.tcsportsmen.org
Verdugo Hills Showtime Chorus
Carolyn Westelaken
P.O. Box 721,
Glendale, CA 91209
(310) 374-6589
Women’s Club of TC
P.O. Box 283
Membership(626) 286-7940
COFFEE & TEA HOUSES
Café Roule
9153 Las Tunas Dr. TC
(626) 872-1188
Starbucks
5705 N. Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 614-8004
The Tea Station
9578 Las Tunas Dr.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 291-5688
CPA AND
TAX PREPARER
Steven S. Tyre, CPA
5703 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 285-7033
CLOTHING,
UNIFORMS, RENTALS
CKW School Uniforms & Scrubs
9668 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 287-1994
Gabriel’s Big & Tall Menswear
Dominic Zoccoli
9574 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 285-0562
gabriels95@cs.com
www.gabrielsbigandtall.com
COMPUTER SERVICES
Enet
(Computers & Software Service)
Kevin Chou
9659 Las Tunas Dr., Temple City
(626) 537-4111
www.enetstore.net
CONSTRUCTION
DEVELOPMENT
HOME BUILDING
Dan Mikalosko Construction
5048A Calmview
Baldwin Park, 91706
(626) 716-2273
Kodiak Konstruction
John Murset, Licensed Contractor
(626) 622-3741
Manhattan Development Co.
Randy Wang
1005 E. Las Tunas Dr. #505
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 905-9142
CONVALESCENT
El Monte Convalescent Hospital
Jesse Telles
4096 Easy St., El Monte
(626) 442-1500
Santa Anita Convalescent
Hospital
5522 Gracewood Ave.
(626) 579-0310
Baldwin Gardens Nursing Center
10786 Live Oak
(626) 447-3553
CREDIT CARD MACHINE/
SERVICE
Green Pay Merchant Services
Marko Escobar
1115 S. Elm Dr. #PH20
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(818) 510-1299
D
DANCE
Shin Dance Academy
Temple City Dance & Music
9621 Las Tunas Dr. Drive
(626)286-1200
www.ShinDance.com
www.TempleCityDanceandMusic.com
info@shindance.com
DAYCARE, PRESCHOOL
Unless otherwise indicated,
all business directory addresses
are for: Temple City, CA 91780
Ark Christian Academy, Inc.
Grace Wu, Director
6539 Rosemead Blvd. SG 91775
(626) 287-8321
Pacific Friends School
Kellie McKinley
6210 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 287-6880
Playfactory Preschool
Cyndi Halton
9723 Garibaldi
(626) 285-9223
Sonshine House Preschool
Theresa Chessir
9141 E. Broadway
(626) 285-3380
Temple City Christian
Preschool
Carol Burns
6019 Baldwin Ave.
(626) 286-0042
DENTAL OFFICES
Daniel D. Cheng, DDS, Inc.
211 E. Las Tunas
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 287-0991
scubadds@gmail.com
Anthony Euredjian, D.D.S.
9517 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-6556
Terrance Fong, D.D.S.
9909 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-7151
Chiman Lad, D.D.S.
5813 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 287-4094
Tai Mao, DDS., Inc
9925 Las Tunas Dr., TC
(626) 286-3033
Robert Shima, D.D.S.
9929 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 285-4577
Temple City Dental Care
Jack Von Bulow, D.D.S.
9929 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 285-3161
jvonbulow@earthlink.net
www.templecitydental.com
DRY CLEANING
Wonder Cleaners & Drapery
Jerry & Pat Jambazian
9136 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-2444
jerryjambazian@earthlink.net
E
EDUCATION
PRIVATE SCHOOLS (K-12)
Alpha Science
Educational Institute
9465 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 614-0931
Ark Christian Academy, Inc.
Grace Wu, Director
6539 Rosemead Blvd. SG 91775
(626) 287-8321
Elite Educational Institute of
Arcadia
Henry Kim
1135 W. Huntington Dr.
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 287-1245
First Lutheran School
Richard Swanson
9123 Broadway
(626) 287-0968
Pacific Friends School
Kellie McKinley
6210 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 287-6880
Olympia Education Institute
5200 N. Rosemead Blvd.,
SG 91776
(626) 309-9395
Platinum Academy, LLC
David Ho
5926 Temple City Blvd., #D
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 375-8980
San Gabriel Christian School
and Union Church
Diane Acosta
117 N. Pine, S.G.
(626) 287-0486
School of Fashion & Design
(For Developmentally Dis.)
Angelina Levy
212 E. Main St., Alhambra
(626) 289-1632
San Gabriel Academy
8827 E. Broadway
San Gabriel, CA 91775
(626) 292-1156
St. Luke Catholic School (K-8)
Erin Barisano, Principal
5521 N. Cloverly Ave.
(626) 291-5959
FAX (626) 285-5367
www.stluketemplecity.org
EDUCATION
PUBLIC SCHOOLS (K-12)
Temple City Unified
School District
9700 Las Tunas Dr.
(626)548-5000
lburkardt@tcusd.net
www.tcusd.net
EDUCATION
Temple City High School
Associated Student Body
9501 E. Lemon
(626) 548-5000
Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center
Stephen Edo
9229 Pentland
(626) 548-5000
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE
C.H.O.I.C.E.S.S.
Joseph Donofrio
135 E. Live Oak, #104
Arcadia
(626) 447-5477
ELDER CARE
Sincere Care Services, Inc.
747 N. Lake Ave., Suite D
Pasadena 91104
(626) 398-2098
email: sincereda@yahoo.com
ELECTRICIAN
Realm Electric
Fred Woods
(626) 582-1747
EMBROIDERY
Embroid Me
Desiree Alvarado
411 E. Huntington, #113
Arcadia, Ca 91006
26) 254-0195
ENTERTAINMENT
T. M. Studios
Mobil D.J. Service
& Entertainment
(626) 286-3715
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Hometown Rentals
Jim Henderson
102 W. Las Tunas Dr.
Arcadia 91007
(626) 446-5287
EMPLOYMENT
CHOICES
135 E. Live Oak Ave. #104 Arcadia
(626) 447-5477
F
FASHION ACCESSORIES
Boutique Express
(626) 224-8644
FINGER PRINTING
S ‘N’ S Postal Center
Agnes Joshiakar
5917 Oak Ave.
(626) 285-7141
FLORISTS
Fanny's Flowers
Bruce Wataru, Fanny Wataru
5947 Oak Ave.
(626) 287-1653
FOOD STORES
Bhanu Indian Food and Grocery
7246 Rosemead Blvd.
San Gabriel, CA 91775
(626) 291-2101
Edible Arrangements
Vin Teng
288 S. San Gabriel Blvd., #109
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 614-8070
Sam’s Club
4901 Santa Anita, El Monte, CA
(626) 652-6901
7-Eleven
6262 Rosemead Blvd.
Temple city, Ca 91780
(626) 292-5834
G
GIFTS
Edible Arrangements
Vin Teng
288 S. San Gabriel Blvd., #109
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 614-8070
GRAFFITI REMOVAL
Willliam Marino Enterprises, Inc.
P.O. Box 1497
Monrovia, CA 91024
(626) 836-3654
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Fluid Vision, Inc.
Oscar Bustamante
9619 Las Tunas Dr. #D
(626) 286-2212
GROCERY STORE
Super A Foods
Jim Amen
5595 Rosemead Blvd., TC
(626) 248-0383
H
HEALTH NUTRITION
Amway Global
(Health Nutrition, Home Products)
Lemoine Enterprises
Cristita and Louis Lemoine
(626) 862-0644
HEATING
AIR CONDITIONING
Air-Tro, Inc. (Cooling-Heating)
John Helbing
1630 Myrtle Ave. Monrovia
(626) 357-5311

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Bryant Heating &
Air Conditioning, Inc.
Warren Bryant
1350 E. Las Tunas Dr.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 286-1141
bryantac@pacbell.net
Connor Air
Wayne Connor
4931 N. Encinita
(626) 286-3157
www.Connorair.com
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Agosta Plumbing & Heating
Bob Agosta
5929 N. Oak Avenue
(626) 286-9500
Air-Tro, Inc. (Cooling-Heating)
John Helbing
1630 Myrtle Ave. Monrovia
(626) 357-25311
Bryant Heating &
Air Conditioning, Inc.
Warren Bryant
1350 E. Las Tunas Dr.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 286-1141
bryantac@pacbell.net
Budget Blinds
John Sun
6266 N. Rosemead Blvd. #A28,
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 309-7588
Cabinet King, USA
Lihwa Ho
9616 Lower Azusa Rd., TC
(626) 350-1388
cabinetkingusa@yahoo.com
Hometown Rentals
Jim Henderson
102 Las Tunas Dr.
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 446-5287
Modern Lighting
Mike Kowalski
9034 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-7462
Realm Electric
Fred Woods
(626) 582-1747
Seaport Window Center
Jim Keelin
4501 Baldwin Ave.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 579-9800
seaportwc@gmail.com
HOME INSPECTION
Benchmark Inspections
Robert & Mercedes Steiner
123 E. 9 th St., #314
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 579-5301
HOTELS
Holiday Inn Express Pasadena
3500 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, 91107
(626) 792-1363
INSURANCE
MUTUAL FUNDS FINANCIAL
ADVISOR
Allstate Insurance Services, Inc.
Leticia Pomes, Agent
9160 Las Tunas Dr.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 286-7734
State Farm
Sean Cheng
767 N. Hill St. #109
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 621-2256
The Tyre Agency
Life-Medical-Small Group-
Individual
Tony J. Tyre
5703 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 285-7033
www.yreinsuranceagency.com
J
JEWELRY
Cal’s Jewelers
Eddie Cebrowski
5824 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 286-7474
Boutique Express
(626) 224-8644
K
KITCHEN & BATH
L & W Kitchens and Baths
8812 Las Tunas Dr., San Gab.
(626) 287-1131
The Pampered Chef
Louise Huff
(626) 285-9279
L
LAMPS, LIGHTING, SHADES
Modern Lighting
Mike Kowalski
9030-40 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-7462
LEGAL SERVICE
Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.
Barbara Kashiwagi, Associate
(626) 607-7349
Unless otherwise indicated,
all business directory addresses
are for: Temple City, CA 91780
Tony J. Tyre, Attorney at Law
5703 Temple City Blvd.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 285-70333
www.tyrelawgroup.com
LIQUOR LOUNGE
The Crest Lounge
5921 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 285-1811
LOCKSMITH
Lou’s Lock and Key
Pat Kleman
5954 Temple city Blvd.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 286-0142
M
MANUFACTURING
Flexrake Hula Ho
Richard McGuire
9620 Gidley St.
(626) 443-4026
Herculean Sales & Service
Jim Law
4917 Encinita St.
(626) 286-7057
MARTIAL ARTS
S.K. Tae Kwon Do School
9569 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-6500
West Coast Karate Shotokan
Karate Assoc.
Will Adams or Ed Shanick
9506 Las Tunas Dr.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 285-8887
7star@earthlink.net
www.karate1.ws
MEDICAL SERVICES
Temple City Prof. Pharmacy
Akbar or Jeff
9678 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-9762
Dreamweaver Medical Group
Elvira Hernandez
420 W. Las Tunas Dr.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 296-9500
Health Care Partners
9810 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 309-7600
Methodist Hospital - Arcadia
300 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia
(626) 445-4441
Pregnancy Help Center SGV
5626 N. Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 309-0788
MORTGAGE CO.
California Consumer Lending
Vivian Chan and Michael Ly
9124 Las Tunas Dr., Temple City
(626) 281-2030
vivian.chan@cclfinance.com
michael.ly@cclfinance.com
MORTUARY
Pierce Brothers
Turner & Stevens
Eric B. DuBois
1136 E. Las Tunas Dr.
San Gabriel, Ca. 91775
(626) 287-0595
N
NAIL SALON
Embellish Salon
9627-1/2 Las Tunas Dr.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 285-5332
NOTARY
Franklin J. Ruedel, EA, Corp.
Franklin J. Ruedel
(626) 286-9662
Fax (626) 285-2107.
taxprofrank@charter.net
OFFICE SUPPLIES
Office Depot
5533 Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 309-7594
ods00923@odstores.com
www.officedepot.com
OPTOMETRY
Tong, Derek O.D.
5546 Rosemead Blvd., Ste 207
(626) 614-8303
Temple City Sq. Optometry
Paulina Han, O.D.
5803 N. Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 287-8505
P
PAINTING
Bersane’s Painting
Sam Bersane
(626) 482-7070
PERSONAL ASSISTANCE
It’s About Time
Assistance Services
Julie LeGrand
5812 Temple City Blvd., #706
Temple City, CA 91780-2112
(626) 579-2975
customercare@abouttimeassistant.com
PEST CONTROL
So Cal Termite Solutions
Glenn Dugger
State License #PR5524
(626) 221-2391
glennbugman@sbcglobal.net
PET BOARDING
Heavenly Pet Resort, Inc.
Gloria Landaverde
5011 Encinita
(626) 285-4441
www.heavenlypetresort.com
PET CARE
Artic Luv Kennel
Bernadette Quercio
Temple City
(626) 285-4566
Go Go Spa
5336 Rosemead Blvd.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 286-5678
Heavenly Pet Resort, Inc.
Gloria Landaverde
5011 Encinita
(626) 285-4441
www.heavenlypetresort.com
(626) 309-9131
Temple City Animal Hospital
Doctors Saberzadeh and Crittenden
5406 Rosemead Blvd.
San Gabriel
(626) 287-1173
PET STORE
Super Pets
Mark & Briana Markese
9403 Las Tunas Dr., TC
(626) 237-0715
PHOTOGRAPHY,
VIDEO & DIGITAL IMAGING
Birchland Video
(626) 286-8620
Hedwallfxtd@yahoo.com
PHARMACY
Temple City Professional
Pharmacy
9678 E. Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-9762
(626) 286-6907
PHOTOGRAPHY
Chuck Hammond Photography
Chuck Hammond
(626) 445-5757
GP Wedding & Photo Studio
Herbert Chan
9636 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 284-8961
PHYSICAL THERAPY
PT-RN Care, Inc.
Brian Masyon, P.T.
9676 Las Tunas Dr., #A
(626) 285-1711
www.ptrncareinc.com
Turning Point Physical Therapy
9627 Las Tunas Dr., TC
(626) 292-1793
Yonemoto Physical Therapy
Sheila Yonemoto, P.T.
55 S. Raymond Ave. #100
Alhambra, CA
(626) 576-0591
www.yonemoto.com
PHYSICIANS
Peter C. Chi Medical Corp.
‘Peter C. Chi, M.D.
5828 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 285-1154
Email: peterchimd@aol.com
PLUMBING
Agosta Plumbing & Heating
5929 Oak Avenue, T.C.
(626) 286-9500
Gorham Plumbing
5812 Temple City Blvd., #417
John Gorham
(626) 625-5205
POSTAL CENTER
America-Asia Postal Center
6266 N. Rosemead Blvd., Temple
City, CA 91780
(626) 309-6000
S ‘N’ S Postal Center
Agnes Joshiakar
5917 Oak Ave., TC
(626) 285-7141
PRINTING
Mercury Printing & Mailing
Fred Boecking
9127 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 287-0728
RPM Printing, LLC
Mike Richey
4983 Santa Anita
(626) 448-9169
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
CALAC Investments
Susan Lew
(858) 565-8333
S & S Associates
(310) 479-7669
Lotus Property Services, Inc.
Brian Gordan
4978 Santa Anita #101
(626) 582-8001
Louie Properties
5936 Temple City Blvd., TC 91780
(626) 291-5555
www. Louieproperties.com
PUBLIC SERVICES
City of Temple City
9701 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 285-2171
www.ci.temple-city.ca.us
Los Angeles County Library
Susan Schlaeger
5939 Golden West
(626) 285-2136
www.colapublib.org
Temple City Chamber of
Commerce
9050 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-3101
info@templecitychamber.org
www.templecitychamber.org
U.S. Post Office
5940 Oak Ave.
(800) 275-8777
www.usps.com
West S.G.V. Consortium
DBA Career Partners
Martha Cerda
3505 N. Hart, Rosemead
(626) 569-1100
PUBLISHERS
Beacon Media
Von Raees
125 E. Chestnut, Monrovia, 91016
(626) 301-1010
Mid Valley News
Connie Keenan
11401 Valley Blvd., Suite 100
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 443-1753
connie@midvalleynews.com
Temple City Life
TC Chamber of Commerce
9050 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 286-3101
info@templecitychamber.org
www.templecitychamber.org
R
REAL ESTATE
American Heritage Realtors
Cecelia Rudar, Broker
(626) 445-3000 (voice)
(626) 286--6295 (fax)
cylrudar@juno.com
www.cylrudar.com
Anca Realty Company
Rita Chio, CCIM
Owner/Managing Broker
9119 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 287-3939
www.ancarealty.com
Arcadia Association of
Realtors
Andrew Cooper
601 S. First Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 446-2115
Bodkin Co. Realty
Bob Bodkin
5912 Encinita
(626) 285-9991
Coldwell Banker Dynasty
9228 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 287-9636
Grandmark Realty, Inc.
Herman Wong
5401 Baldwin Ave. TC
(626) 512-0438
www.grandmarkrealty.net
grandmarkrealty@aol.com
Rickabaugh Realty
The Note Queen
Dawn Rickabaugh, Broker/Owner
dawn@notequeen.com
www.NoteQueen.com
(626) 641-3931
Paul Lau
(626) 203-8238
Coldwell Banker Dynasty
Chennei Lam Viengkhou
9228 Las Tunas Dr., Temple City
(626) 228-7823
Louie Properties
5936 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 291-5555
www. Louieproperties.com
Modern Land Investors
Cindy Cheung
(626) 532-0023
Rita Padilla
Realtor Associate
Dilbeck Real Estate
8 E. Foothill Blvd.
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 462-2460
West San Gabriel Valley
Association of Realtors
1039 E. Valley Blvd. Ste 205B
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 288-6212
www.wsgvar.com
RESTAURANTS
Applebee’s
5701 N. Rosemead Blvd., T.C.
(626) 291-5153
Bhanu Indian Food & Grocery
7246 Rosemead Blvd.
San Gabriel, CA 91775
(626) 291-2101
Beto’s Grill
Desiree Estorga-Sage
5818 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 614-9001
betosgrill@yahoo.com
Café Roulé
9153 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 872-1188
Capistrano’s
at Embassy Suites
211 E. Huntington
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 294-0099
www.capistranos.coom
Casa Del Rey
Ed Rey
9100 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 287-4847
www.casadelreyrestaurant.com
Clearman’s Galley
Patrick Harding
7215 N. Rosemead Blvd.
San Gabriel, CA 91775
(626) 286-9402
Clearman’s North Woods Inn
7247 N. Rosemead Blvd.
San Gabriel, 91775
(626) 286-8284
The Hat
Dave Smith
5505 Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 292-1000
Hometown Buffet
5535 Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 285-6229
Mama Petrillo’s Restaurant
John Petrillo
9082 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 285-0228
McDonald’s
9831 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 292-1711
Pepe’s Mexican Food
5829 Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 286-3055
Rose Donuts/Sandwiches
Charles Yip
6276 No. Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 287-1488
Starbucks
5705 N. Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 614-8004
Subway #4317
9441 Las Tunas Dr.
285-7280
Sushi In The Box
Alex Chuang
5927 Cloverly Ave,
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 286-5786
The Sushi Restaurant
5835 Temple City Blvd.
(626) 286-8018
C Cup Yogurt
Anny Fu, Manager
9566 Las Tunas Dr.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 285-9928
Zen Buffet
Cheung Kan
5449 N. Rosemead Blvd.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 285-9595
RETAIL
Wal-Mart Superstore
1827 Walnut Grove
Rosemead, CA 91770
(626) 307-1010
RETIREMENT
Santa Anita Retirement
5600 Gracewood
(626) 442-8410
ROOFING
B & G Roofing
Blanchie Guy Jr.
(626) 679-1284
S
SECURITY
San Marino Security
Phil Raacke
2405 Huntington Dr,
San Marino, CA
(626) 285-7778
SPORTS
JAL Tennis
Joselito Lasin
(626) 451-0116
Play Smarter Basketball
Classes
Richard Marquis
(626) 482-8267
marquis@playsmarterclasses.com
www.playsmarterclasses.com
TC American Little League
P.O. Box 584, TC 91780
(626) 443-7221
www.leaguelineup.com/tcall
T
TAX PREPARATION
H & R Block
5781 Rosemead Blvd.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 966-8637
LA First Tax & Financial
Services
Natalie Lee, EA
9067 Las Tunas Dr., T.C.
(626) 285-1221
la1st@pacbell.net www.la1sttax.com
Quality Bookkeeping Ser.
Kathleen Chambers, EA
9633 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 285-1281
Qualbkpg@sbcglobal.net
Rex Dondlinger & Assoc.
5819 Temple City Blvd., TC
(626) 287-0903
Franklin J. Ruedel, EA, Corp.
Franklin J. Ruedel
(626) 286-9662
(626) 285-2107
taxprofrank@charter.net
TERMITE CONTROL
So Cal Termite Solutions
Glenn Dugger
State License #PR5524
(626) 221-2391
glennbugman@sbcglobal.net
TUXEDO RENTAL
Friar Tux Shop
Kristine DiMartino
1000 S. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA
91007
(626) 445-0540
U
UTILITIES
Athens Services
Dennis Chiappetta
P.O. Box 60009
City of Industry
(626) 336-3636
www.AthensServices.Com
California American Water
8657 Grand Ave.
Rosemead, CA 91770
(626) 614-2500
blewis@calamwater.com
The Gas Company
(800) 427-2200
www.socalgas.com
Southern California Edison
(800) 655-4555
www.edison.com
Sunnyslope Water Company
1040 El Campo Dr., Pasadena
(626) 287-5238
V
VACUUM CLEANER SALES
SERVICE
George’s Appliance Repair
Charlie Mavaro
5952 N. Temple City Blvd.
(626) 444-4312 or
(626) 287-1159
sales@georgesvacuums.com
www.georgesvacuums.com
VIDEO & DIGITAL IMAGING
Birchland Video
(626) 286-8620
Hedwallfxtd@yahoo.com
Myra D. Lopez
Business Consultant
1012 W. Beverly Blvd, Ste. 876
(323) 869-8867
W
WAREHOUSE
Sam’s Club
4901 Santa Anita Ave.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 652-6901
WEB DESIGN
Fluid Vision, Inc.
Oscar Bustamante
9619 Las Tunas Dr. #D
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 286-2212
Pasadena Web Design
Steve Beauvais, President
P.O. Box 60901
Pasadena, CA 91116-6901
626-824-9682
info@PasadenaWebDesign.com
www.PasadenaWebDesign.com
Zeltor Technology Solutions
Mark Lamb
(626) 665-4213
mark@zeltortech@gmail.com
WEDDING
GP Wedding & Photo Studio
Herbert Chan
9636 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 284-8961
Promise Wedding Studio
Brenda Chen
9868 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 287-1313
YOGURT
C Cup Yogurt
Anny Fu, Manager
9566 Las Tunas Dr.
(626) 285-9928
Rose Donuts/Sandwiches/Yogurt
Charles Yip
6276 N. Rosemead Blvd.
(626) 287-1488
Unless otherwise indicated,
all business directory
addresses are for:
Temple City, CA 91780
Highlighted
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14 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE • APRIL 2011
Coffee Connection, April 27,
can help businesses survive
The Temple City Chamber of Commerce can help
business operators access business channels they
might not know about. The Chamber mission is to
assist businesses in attaining increased income, improved
productivity and more clients.
The Coffee Connection takes place at 7 p .m.
Wednesday, April 27 in the Chamber Board Room,
9050 Las Tunas. Persons attending will meet with successful
business owners and learn their techniques
on how to survive in any economic climate. Guest
speakers are from the city’s code enforcement team.
To reserve a place for limited seating, contact the
Chamber at (626) 286-3101.
Camellia Festival Theme
Contest offers chance to ride in
the 2012 Camellia Parade
Rules for Entering
Entrants must be a student under 18 years of age residing
within the boundaries of Temple City Unified
School District or the city limits of Temple City.
Suggest an appropriate theme for the 68th Annual
Camellia Festival of Temple City to be held the last full
weekend of February 2012.
Only one suggestion per entry form will be accepted.
Maximum of five entries per person.
Deadline: 6 p.m. Monday, April 18
Judging: Division I: Kindergarten through 12 Years
Old;
Division II: 13 through 18 Years Old
Prizes: Sweepstakes - Theme Winner - $100 Cash -
and will ride in the parade
First Place: Each Division - $50 Cash
Runner-up: Each Division - $25 Cash
Applications available online at www.templecity.us or
at city hall.
For more information contact the Camellia Festival
office at 626-285-2171 ext. 2350 or nfish@templecity.us
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Photo by Jerry Jambazian
National Little League wins Sweepstakes
Award in Camellia Competition
Despite the threat of rain, five youth groups presented
their home-built floats down Las Tunas Drive during
the Camellia Festival Parade. With float judging moved
to Longden School due to predicted early morning showers,
the float builders again staged a mini parade down
Oak Avenue to join the Camellia Parade when the skies
cleared.
Float Chairmen Mary and Gene Sneed assisted by
David Maxwell thank all groups that built such wonderful
floats. To the committee’s way of thinking, every float
is a winner. They also wish to thank the builders for
working with their young people to create such wonderful
floats.
The Sweepstakes trophy was awarded to “Baseball
Dreams,” built by first-time float builders, Temple City
National Little League. “Playing Soccer in the Clouds,”
built by Cub Scout Pack 156, was awarded Best Use of
Camellias, while St. Luke’s 8th Grade Class won the Best
Animation Award for their creation, “Sweet Dreams.”
Returning for their second year, Longden Elementary
School’s Student Council won the Theme Award for their
float, “Dream Boats.” For their creation, “Rocket,” Temple
City Parks and Recreation Teen Zone/STARS Clubs won
the Grand Marshals Award.
Please see templecitychamber.org for a multitude of photos
depicting the fun and joy of the Camellia Festival
2011 as recorded by photographer by Jerry Jambazian
and special guest photographers Robert Hepler and Jeff
and Trish O’Brien.
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Oak Avenue students learn
about War Between the States
All eighth-grade students at Oak Aveneue Intermediate
School participated in annual event March 18 remembering
America’s War
Between the States, also
known as the Civil War.
The community was invited
as well. Everyone attending
heard actors portraying
First Lady Mary
Todd Lincoln and Harriet
Tubman speak about the
war and their trials.
They saw a real musket
fired by an infantry and a
cannon fired by artillery re-enactors. They were able to
talk to a cavalry sergeant and see what life was like for
a Zouave soldier and even made fresh butter.
Students got to hear what life was like for women
during those times and they learned to square dance.
Finally, they heard the celebrated Americus Brass Band
playing music of the 1860s.
This proved to be a wonderful experience for all involved
and an incredible learning opportunity to kids
and adults alike.
Photos by Jerry Jambazian
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www.templecitychamber.org e-mail to: info@templecitychamber.org TEMPLE CITY LIFE • APRIL 2011 • 15
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City honored Joann Wang,
Sarah Sun and Rudy Mercado, from Longden Elementary
School on Feb. 22. Attending with the students was
their sixth grade teacher, Mr. Greg Shahoian.
Temple City Kiwanis Club honors outstanding TCUSD students
Text and Photos by Jerry Jambazian
Each week, the Temple City Kiwanis Club recognizes outstanding
students and their teachers from Cloverly, Emperor, Longden
and the Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center.
Kiwanis treats students and their teacher to lunch. Students receive
a certificate, a letter for their parents, a bumper sticker, a gift
certificate from The Hat restaurant and a photograph of them receiving
their award. Their photo is also published in Temple City
Life, Mid Valley News and displayed in the Temple City Unified
School District lobby.
Temple City Kiwanis has been serving the community since
1939. Members are dedicated men and women who desire to make
a difference in the quality of life for the youth of Temple City. Kiwanis
meets at 12 noon each Tuesday at the Bahooka Family Restaurant.
To find out more about Kiwanis, please phone Jerry Jambazian at
(626) 286-2444.
Visit the Kiwanis Web site at www.templecitykiwanis.org
Longden Elementary
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City honored Joann Wang, Sarah
Sun and Rudy Mercado, three outstanding students from
Longden Elementary School on Feb. 22. Attending with the
students was their sixth grade teacher, Mr. Greg Shahoian.
Joann is 11 years old and has one older brother. She enjoys
singing, reading, writing, blogging, and listening to music.
Joann said, “The best things about Longden are it being so close
to my house, the teachers and students are very friendly, and
Longden makes learning easier.” The best thing that ever happened
is having her dad here permanently from Taiwan. Personal
goals are to build a time traveler so she would not have
to live through so many mistakes, write a book series, complete
a huge painting on campus, and to keep her dream of
being a teacher alive.
Sarah is 12 years old and has a younger brother. She enjoys
reading and taking care of animals. Sarah said, “The best
things about Longden are the great teachers, the nice students,
and safe playground.” The best thing that ever happened was
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City honored Victor Lin and
Jessie Mok from Cloverly Elementary School on March 1.
Attending with the students was Cloverly teacher Ms. Lynn
Tenney.
having a younger brother to keep her company. Personal goals
are to stop polluting the earth, build a car that would fly, get a
scholarship to a great university, and make her parents proud.
Rudy is 12 years old and has a younger sister. He enjoys
playing his saxophone, soccer, and dodge ball. Rudy said, “The
best things about Longden are the Math classes are interesting,
the Art classes keep me busy, and P.E. is a big challenge.”
The best thing that ever happened was getting his saxophone.
Personal goals are to have more world peace, build a car of the
future, continue to get a good education and grades, become a
professional musician, and to become an architect.
Cloverly Elementary
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City honored Victor Lin and
Jessie Mok, two outstanding students from Cloverly Elementary
School on March 1. Attending with the students was
Cloverly teacher Ms. Lynn Tenney.
Victor is 11 years old and in Mrs. Pat Wenzel’s class. He has
one older brother and enjoys drawing, painting, sketching, reading,
experimenting, and playing the violin. Victor said, “The
best things about Cloverly are the nice teachers, the cool library,
science, math, and social studies.” Personal goals are to have
school days be a little shorter so he can do his homework, build
a time machine, get straight A’s, strive to get a Super Star Certificate,
and pass the sixth grade.
Jessie is 11 years old and in Ms. Sally Stokes class. She has a
younger brother and enjoys ice-skating, watching
television, computers, reading, and going to theme
parks. Jessie said, “The best things about Cloverly
are the huge library, IRC computer lab, the gigantic
playground, and awesome teachers.” The best
thing that ever happened was watching a whole day
of television. Personal goals are to build a mechanical
tree that makes money, become a pharmacist,
get straight A’s, and to become a wonderful student
and daughter.
Oak Avenue Intermediate
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City honored
Ming-Jen Grace Pu and Dylan Stratis, two outstanding
students from Oak Avenue Intermediate
School on March 1. Attending with the students
was their seventh grade teacher, Mr. Ron Bridges.
Ming-Jen is 12 years old and has one older sister.
She enjoys helping with the Oak Builders Club,
reading, drawing, listening to Asian music, and visiting
National Parks. Ming-Jen said, “The best
things about Oak are my friends, school lunches,
having different classes with different teachers, and
the clubs on campus.” The best thing that ever happened
was moving to America and meeting new
friends. Personal goals are to build a monument
to symbolize how an Asian girl came to America
and achieved many great things, graduate from a
top college, learn to speak Korean and Japanese,
and visit all the National Parks in the U.S.
Dylan is 13 years old and has an older brother
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City honored Ming-Jen Grace
Pu and Dylan Stratis from Oak Avenue Intermediate
School on March 1. Attending with the students was their
seventh grade teacher, Mr. Ron Bridges
and sister. He enjoys playing baseball and racing BMX bicycles.
Dylan said, “The best things about Oak Avenue are the nice
teachers, safe learning environment, and great student body.”
The best thing that ever happened was hitting his first home
run in a Little League baseball game. Personal goals are to stop
sending troops to the Middle East, build a state-of-the-art baseball
park, get a scholarship to Cal State Fullerton, make it into
Major League Baseball, and get a college degree.
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City honored Lexi Peebles,
Taylor Paulino, and Man-Yi Tsay, three outstanding students
from Emperor Elementary School on March 8. Attending
with the students was Emperor teacher Mr. Greg
Giangregorio.
Emperor Elementary
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City honored Lexi Peebles, Taylor
Paulino, and Man-Yi Tsay, three outstanding students from
Emperor Elementary School on March 8. Attending with the
students was Emperor teacher Mr. Greg Giangregorio.
Lexi is 11 years old and in Ms. Parrille’s class. She has two
sisters and enjoys volleyball, going to movie theatres, and hanging
out with her friends. Lexi said, “The best things about Emperor
are the nice teachers, great Principal, and nice friends.”
The best things that ever happened are their family reunions.
Personal goals are to have world peace, build homes for poor
and ill people, get good grades, and be closer to God and heaven.
Taylor is 11 years old and in Mrs. Scanlan’s class. She has a
younger sister and enjoys yoga, being with her friends, reading,
playing the guitar, camping with her family and playing
with her dog. Taylor said, “The best things about Emperor are
our great Principal, Ms. Perini, the nice teachers that care about
our education, and the fun activities such as Student Council,
Kid Tech, and Pals’ Club.” The best thing that ever happened
was going to Washington, D.C. in the fifth grade. Personal goals
are to build a hospital for people without insurance, to do better
at Math, to help others in need, and try her hardest at everything
and never give up.
Man-Yi is 12 years old and in Mr. Giangregorio’s class. She
enjoys playing sports, reading, and hanging out with her
friends. Man-Yi said, “The best things about Emperor are my
great Math teacher, Mr. G, the helpful, nice students, and getting
a good education.” The best thing that ever happened was
moving to Temple City and attending Emperor. Personal goals
are to end peoples’ suffering, build a soup kitchen, get straight
A’s, get into a good college, and have a successful future.
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16 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE • APRIL 2011
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Photo courtesy of St. Luke Parish
The Annual St. Luke Parish Fiesta and Car Show will expand this year’s car show with the addition of an
exhibitor area. The show will take place 12 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 30.
St. Luke Parish Fiesta celebrates 24 years
Saturday Car Show to feature auto-related exhibitors
St. Luke Church in Temple City will host its
Annual Fiesta for the 24th year on April 29-30 and
May 1. The annual event offers fresh and delicious
food, a car show, poker tournament, great carnival
games, spectacular rides and live entertainment.
Saturday’s Car Show will expand this year with
the addition of an exhibitor area. Companies with
auto-related products or services are invited to
host a booth ($20 fee; deadline is April 27). Car
Show registration is now open. Car enthusiasts
are welcome to showcase their cars. A registration
form is available on the Parish Web site or by
phoning the Parish Office. Registration is $20 (includes
T-shirt and Dash Plaque); deadline is April
27. The show will feature an exciting collection
of cars and motorcycles in an expanded show area
in the south church parking lot from 12 to 4 p.m.
A Poker Tournament will take place on Saturday
in the Parish Hall. Advanced registration is
required. Grand Prize Raffle tickets are also available
now. The Grand Prize is $7,500 cash. St. Luke
Parish is also sponsoring a Super 50/50 Cash
Raffle. Winner could receive up to $5,000 in cash,
guaranteed at least $2,500. Tickets are $20 each.
Only 500 tickets will be sold. Tickets are available
now until sold out. Tickets can be purchased at
the St. Luke Parish Office, 5605 Cloverly Ave.,
Temple City.
St. Luke Parish Fiesta and Car Show & Expo
admission is free. Times: 6 – 11 p.m. Friday, April
29; noon – 11 p.m. Saturday, April 30 and 12:30 –
8:30 p.m, Sunday, May 1. Fiesta and Car Show &
Expo sponsor opportunities are available. For
more information, phone the parish office at
(626) 291-5900 or visit www.stluketemplecity.org.
www.templecitychamber.org
Bad check restitution program implemented
The Los Angeles County District Attorney Bad Check Restitution
Program creates opportunities for both large and small businesses to
recover lost revenue.
Through the program, the bad check writers are required to:
• Pay full restitution to you the merchant
• Pay a program fee that covers all program costs
• Attend a mandatory educational intervention class
Merchants who receive a bad check should immediately send a notice
to the check writer requesting payment. If, after 10 days, the check
writer does not comply, the merchant can report the check to the Los
Angeles District Attorney Bad Check Restitution Program. Sample
request letters and reports for filing claims are available at http://
da.lacounty.gov/badcheck.htm. For further information please contact
the merchant/victim hotline at 800-842-0733.
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