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COURIER photos/Steven Felschundneff During a visit by Claremont HighSchool students last week, Pilgrim Place resident Jim Lamb shows Claremont High School student Martin Clark a photo taken in the 1940s when he was in the US Navy. Five students interviewed Pilgrims who served in the armed services as part of their California High School Exit Exam English class
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ou may not think much of the public notices (we call them legals) in most community newspapers, but printing them, and printing of them correctly, is serious business. Public notices are also important revenue for newspapers publishing them. In some cases, eliminating public notice revenue from a small newspaper could put it out of business.
Assembly Bill 642, authored by Anthony Rendon (D-Bell), proposes to permit online publishing of public notices by calling Internet-only entities newspapers of general circulation. Yes, thats correct. This bill is written so a website can qualify as a newspaper to increase business. Affected would be notice of public meetings, name changes, trustee sales and business statements. Rendon agreed to carry the legislation at the specific request of AOL, who owns the Patch local news websites. Patch is all over California and was the brainchild of current CEO Tim Armstrong several years ago. The problem is Patch isnt doing too well financially, having consistent quality, accuracy and local sales challenges. Plus, running a business based on local online advertising is a real tough go. I applaud their efforts, but their business model isnt working and its been losing millions since it started. And now Mr. Armstrong is taking serious heat from investors to retire Patch. So AOLs latest idea is to take the public notice business out of the local communities to help their bottom line. If you cant beat them, get a bill passed that calls your website a newspaper. Its a classic case of big business versus small. What this means is its optional to get them published in a newspaper, which means few people will do so. Knowing how accurate information is on the Internet, even as a consumer, this just doesnt make good senseunless you are AOL. Newspapers are also best equipped to handle and guide a person through the fickle nature of the notices (one mistake and you start over.) The COURIER office manager and public notice expert Vickie Rosenberg put it this way: The number one pitfall with an inexperienced person would be understanding the parameters of publishing different legal notices. Not all legals have the same guidelines. Some people take the paperwork home and fill it out. When they return, 90 percent of the time theres an issue that would make the notice invalid. In addition to filing the notices properly with the courts, Ms.
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Rosenberg also makes sure all parties get hard copies. I see nothing wrong with publishing public notices like city agendas on the Internet. Like the COURIER, just about every newspaper in the state has the information on their websites. But we need print, too. Ive never seen a person hack a printed page, try a work-around to cut corners, or fix a mistake mid-stream. How comfortable would you be if a person gave you a legal document printed off the Internet? How comfortable would you be with a blog qualified as a newspaper under AB 642 handling your legal matters? Customer service would mean clicking an email link and hoping for a timely reply. I find people who support and sponsor this type of legislation have no clue what it takes to publish legals correctly. In fact, under this bill, someone in the public notice business doesnt even need a brick-and-mortar building and business office. You could easily be contacting someone far-far away. This was designed for AOL/Patch, because its impossible for them to staff every community. Finally, the most popular argument supporters of AB 642 make is access. The Internet is a better place to find this information, especially in the digital age. But I ask, what about low-income families and seniors who may not have access to a computer? These are the people who are not heard and would be impacted the most. Even with secure websites, public notices are legal documents, and should be treated as such. If Mr. Armstrong from AOL really wants to print public notices, just call me. I can recommend some great deals on printing presses. I want to encourage our COURIER friends to contact the chairman of the Judiciary Committee (below) to lend an opinion about AB 642. Clearly, this is big business at work at the expense of consumers and local newspapers. Thank you for your help. Bob Wieckowski PO Box 942849, State Capital Room 4016 Sacramento, CA 94249 Email: assemblymember.wieckowski@ assembly.ca.gov
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one hundred and fifth year, number 22
CITY NEWS
Claremonts open space gives way to local housing boom
ndeveloped land across Claremont will grow scarcer in the coming months as a multitude of development projects begin their long-anticipated move forward, much to the delight of Claremont administrators and commissioners.
Five different developers are advancing with 6 housing developments in the City of Trees barren areas as Claremont plays its part in the rise of the local real estate market. Among the noted projects is the Citrus Glen at Pitzer Ranch housing development at the southwest corner of Base Line Road and Monte Vista, an enterprise that has remained idle for about 3 years. The housing market is just starting to pick up, and its not just here [in Claremont], said Brian Desatnik, director of community development. Its all over. After years stuck in the planning stages, Mr. Desatnik says the 3.31acre Citrus Glen development will finally break ground this summer. The change in status is partially thanks to a change in developers, he noted. Originally owned by a smaller developer, the project was recently sold to Taylor Morrison of California, a more extensive firm. The larger developer had more capability of or better access to financing, Mr. Desatnik explained. So they have the ability to push the project forward faster. Originally approved in 2007, the Citrus Glen at Pitzer Ranch will include 50 townhome-style condominiums. Seven of the units will be for moderate-income housing with the rest priced at market rate. The tract will also help preserve 2 historical stone buildings located on the site: the pump house and barn. The pump house will be used for storage while the barn will be restored and used as a rentable community space. However, the original Pitzer Ranch building will likely be demolished should a prospective buyer, interested in moving the rock structure, not be located, according to Mr. Desatnik. The building itself will be auctioned and the prospective buyer would incur the costs of moving the building. A move that could prove troublesome. I dont really know if it is feasible to relocate a rock structure, Mr. Desatnik remarked. It would probably take some rebuilding. As the developer seeks to get rid of one historic rock structure, they look to add a stone assemblage of another kind to the property. The project layout includes the building of a rock wall and mosaic on the very corner of Base Line and Monte Vista. The mosaic will be produced by local artist Alba Cisneros, a colleague of Millard Sheets, accord-
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Workers remove asbestos and lead from the old rock structure adjacent to the southwest corner of Base Line Road and Monte Vista Avenue on Monday in Claremont. The structure, which is reported to be the foremans residence at the former Pitzer Ranch, will be auctioned off next week and must be removed to make way for development at the site.
ing to James Sink, chair of the Claremont officials immediately Claremont Architectural Commisset up a meet-and-confer with desion. partment representatives and the DeWhile noting the high density of partment of Finance in January. The the project, Mr. Sink said he was department recently conceded. With pleased with the way the developer the sites fate no longer in limbo, coordinated with the city to create City Ventures moves forward with open space. developing the site plan. Mr. DesatThe developer has really gone nik says the developer hopes to have out of their way to work with us to the map to the architectural commiscreate a project that fits into the sion sometime this summer as the character of our community, Mr. other Base Line developments break Sink said. Its hard, with these ground. higher-density projects, to compare Warning signs were posted on the rock strucThree other undeveloped spaces to the local neighborhoods, but the ture at the former Pitzer Ranch during haz- are also in various stages of develdevelopers are doing a good job re- ardous materials removal earlier this week. opment: the Olson Company has specting the open spaces. They reproposed building 21 two-story units niche that I think we sorely need in our on empty space at Indian Hill and Vista ally are investing in our community. community, Mr. Pedroza said at the Mr. Sink noted the same about DR Drive, and Harry Wu, owner of the Old Horton, which is developing a 4.2-acre February 12 meeting. School House complex, seeks to conAnother developer, City Ventures, housing project down the road at Base vert the vacant DoubleTree building in LLC, seeks to further bolster ClareLine and Mountain Avenue, also exthe 500 block of Foothill into a series of monts supply of affordable housing pected to break ground this summer. apartments while also converting options to the tune of 98 townhomes in empty parking lot space behind GrisDR Horton brings forward a similarsized development, featuring 54 condo- a 6.2-acre property located on the south wolds into a series of townhomes. side of Base Line Road, just south of miniums equipped with attached 2-car There is no set time frame on any of Towne Avenue. garages and private backyards. The these 3 projects, though they are slowly Though the planning commission ap- moving forward, Mr. Desatnik accondos will be designed in 3 different proved a preliminary review of the pro- knowledged, all with eyes on how the plans, ranging from 3 to 4 bedrooms. posed 6.2-acre development last July, While most of the condos will be local housing market absorbs the influx much of the review process, including sold at market price, approximately of the new living space currently taking the project design, remains unfinished $400,000, 8 will be sold as moderateshape. as the city was dealt an unexpected setincome housing, or for $250,000, There is certainly a demand for back. A month after the commissions Daniel Boyd, DR Hortons vice presihousing here, Mr. Desatnik acknowlpositive review, the states Department dent, has noted. The Claremont City edged. I dont think all these developCouncil approved the project, located at of Finance offered a different take. As ers would be moving forward so prescribed by rules outlined after the the former Claremont Unified School aggressively in Claremont if there wasdissolution of Californias RedevelopDistrict property, 5-1, with the hopes nt. ment Agencies (RDAs), finance departBeth Hartnett that it will provide more housing opment officials believed the property news@claremont-courier.com portunities for those of the Claremont workforce who are looking for housing should be turned over to Los Angeles A complete report of Tuesdays city counCounty for distribution to taxing entiopportunities near their jobs. cil meeting is on page 12 of this edition. ties. This housing project is providing a
CITY NEWS
Claremont grassroots effort focuses on crime prevention
he break-in at Euro Cafe last month was the last straw. Edgar Reece had become aware of the swell in commercial crime throughout Claremont, but when he heard that his friends Base Line eatery had been victimized, it struck a nerve. Instead of remaining irritated, he acted.
Policing in our community is not just the responsibility of our police department, as Mr. Reece saw it. We as citizens must be involved in crime prevention and being vigilant. Mr. Reece is the force behind the Claremont Crime Prevention Coalition (CPC), a new grassroots effort to keep the neighborhoods of Claremont safe. In partnership with the Claremont police and other local and national groups, the nonpartisan nonprofit hopes to provide the local community with an additional tool in crime prevention and awareness. There have been a lot of changes to the law in regards to jail overcrowding, etc. and those things could have a direct impact in our community, acknowledged Mr. Reece, founder and president of the CPC. Whether there has been a statistical increase [in crime as a result], I dont know. But this is what I do know: We as a community have become more and more aware of whats happening,
vention Council. The Crime Prevention Coalition of America (CPCA) boasts more than 400 community groups across the nation in an effort to encourage citizen action in stopping crime, providing the CPC with a wealth of information and programming, in place across the country, right at their fingertips. It provides us with an opportunity to bring in outside expertise that could provide us with additional information and resources, Mr. Reece explained. It allows us to get out of the bubble. Just as important as national resources is the local involvement, Mr. Reece recognized. His first step was reaching out to the Claremont Police Department, and establishing a base partnership for future programming. CPD was happy to lend its support. As far as Chief Paul Cooper was concerned, the more outlets for citizens safety, the better. The partnerships between the community and their police department is what helps us to keep people aware and to work with us in reporting suspicious things, persons and vehicles, Chief COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff Cooper said. I have no doubt that the Founder of the Claremont Crime Prevention Coalition Edgar Reece, center, with ad- partnership with the Claremont Crime visory committee members Steven Llanusa and Lee Jackman, started the Face- Prevention Coalition will provide an adbook-based neighborhood watch site for the city. ditional resource. As the number of employees in the and we need to be more involved. the city of Claremontpolicing, the Claremont Police Departments commuThe CPC is taking matters into their neighborhood E-watch program, and nity services bureau gets slashed, resiown hands with the help of Claremont Chamber alertsand expanding on dents have answered the call to fill the police and other community partners. them. The CPC is connected with the gap in spades. Mr. Reece and accomplices are taking Crime Prevention Coalition of America, CRIMEPREVENTION the safety services currently available in a program of the National Crime Precontinues on the next page
Thursday, April 4 A certain librarian at the Claremont Colleges may have reason for concern after a bizarre repeat offense earlier this month. The staff at the Seeley W. Mudd Library has a series of 6 life-size cutouts of their librarians. Each of these cutouts is placed outside the library on a rotating basis. On April 4, one of the cutouts went missing. Oddly enough, this wasnt the first time a cutout of this particular male librarian was taken. Around the same time last year, the original cutout went missing. A second report was taken. Any unusual, 6-foot-tall cutout sightings should be reported to the police. Saturday, April 6 Police are searching for 2 men believed to have been involved in a series of armed robberies throughout the Inland Empire over the past couple weeks. The crooks latest incident occurred early Saturday morning at the AM/PM gas station at 701 E. Foothill Blvd. in Claremont. The men brandished handguns as they demanded money from the cashier. They took off west toward Claremont Boulevard. The first robber is described as a thin, 18-to-22-year-old black male, about 5 feet 10 inches tall. He was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, gray pants and white Adidas shoes at the time of the robbery. The second robber is also a thin, 18to-22-year-old black male, about 5 feet 10 inches tall, wearing a black hooded
POLICE BLOTTER
Arrest of woman no laughing matter

On Friday, April 5 Jaime Frey may have been the one to see the comedy show on Friday night, but Claremont police had the last laugh. The 36-year-old skipped out on paying her tab for watching the Flappers Comedy performance and walked right into the arms of officers who awaited her at the police department, which happens to be located just down the street from the club. The Monday, April 9 Claremont police aided in the arrest of 3 men on Tuesday wanted for more than 20 residential burglaries, including one in Claremont. Diego Aguirre and Juan and J. Trinidad Castillo were arrested on Monday after a search of their homes. Officers from Claremont, Upland, Rancho Cucamonga and Chino assisted San Bernardino County Sheriffs in the search, conducted in the cities of Corona, Fontana and Victorville. The search revealed property from a home in the 200 block of Villanova in Claremont that had been reported stolen in early February. Stolen property from a series of Chino Hills burglaries over the past 4 months was also found. Claremont police continue to survey the stolen property for other items that may have been taken in reported Claremont crimes. The Sheriffs Department held a viewing of the recovered items for potential burglary victims on Wednesday. Those owner of the club explained the situation to police. After fessing up, Ms. Frey said she would pay for her bill. She reached into her bra, but instead of pulling out money, a bag of methamphetamine fell out, according to Lieutenant Mike Ciszek. Ms. Frey was arrested for possession of a controlled substance as well as for 2 outstanding warrants.
sweatshirt and brown pants. Any information should be reported to the Claremont Police Department at 399-5411. Saturday, April 7 Residents in the 700 block of Danville Road were distracted from their usual routine when a neighbor decided to water his plants with a rifle in tow. Adding further panic, one witness claimed the man pointed the gun at several of the neighborhood homes before getting into a car and taking off, according to Lieutenant Ciszek. Police caught up with the man on a nearby street. He was sent for a psychiatric evaluation. Sunday, April 8 A car burglar stole $280 worth of property from a parked car in the 2100 block of Via Maria Road between 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 7 and 8 a.m. the following day. The burglar smashed the drivers side window and took miscellaneous home and office goods, including smoke detectors. Unfortunately a burglary alarm was not among the stolen loot. **** A La Verne residents stolen purse and checkbook were reported found in the 800 block of Guanajuato Drive, but unfortunately, a little worse for wear. The burnt remains were found in the middle of the street.
who were unable to make the viewing may contact the Sheriffs Chino Hills Substation with a report number at 3642000. Tuesday, April 10 Claremont police are seeking information following 2 attempted commercial burglaries Tuesday morning. While patrolling Foothill Boulevard around 4:15 a.m., police found the door at Hush Serenity, 965 W. Foothill Blvd., had been smashed. However, it appears nothing had been stolen. An hour later, officers responded to Eureka Burger after the burglary alarm was set off. The door was pried open, but nothing appeared to be missing, according to a news release. Any information on either of these crimes should be reported to the Claremont police at 399-5411.
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EDUCATION
Recent attack shows need for preparedness at Claremont Colleges
tudents and staff at the Claremont Colleges recently got a lesson in the importance of emergency preparedness, right in the middle of a safety drill.
The 5 Cs had just concluded a 10-minute cross-collegiate practice lockdown when news of the stabbings at Lone Star College in Texas hit. After retiring as Pomona College dean of students in 2011, Neil Gerard now serves as senior project manager for the college. At 11:30 a.m., he was helping conduct a training session in Pomonas Emergency Operations Center when staff membersmany of whom had their laptops openbegan hearing about the horrific attack via the Internet and text messages. Learning that a student had systematically stabbed 14 students at the Houston community college only served to underscore the need for such a drill. It does add realism to an exercise, sobering as it is, Mr. Gerard said. Mondays practice, which was enacted for the populations of Pomona, Pitzer, Scripps, CMC and Harvey Mudd colleges, revolved around a hypothetical situation in which an active shooter had breached their respective campuses. It was modeled after an incident last year when 2 armed men fled from police and onto the Cal State Fullerton campus. Hundreds of students were barricaded in their classrooms for several hours while SWAT teams combed the university for suspects wanted in connection with a fatal robbery. Unlike the Fullerton scenario, which lasted some 8 hours, the local lockdown was brief. At 10:40 a.m., toward the end of a class hour, Claremont College students received a text via the Connect 5 Emergency Contact System saying, This is a test. We are in a lockdown drill. By 10:50 a.m., they were given an all-clear notice and allowed to go about their business. The schools emergency response teams, however, including Mr. Gerard and numerous staffers at Pomona College, continued with their drill, practicing emergency contingencies and brainstorming for new ideas. Along with sounding a cautionary note, there was an instructive component to the tragedy in Texas. Staff of Pomona Colleges Office of Communications had spent the morning crafting messages to the campus community for the purpose of the safety drill. After learning about the stabbings, they visited the Lone Star College website to see what they had done with their homepage. It featured a banner headline in red 30-point type that said Alert and was accompanied by the story of what had happened plus information, phone numbers and in-
When students parents send them however many miles away, theyre entrusting them to us so, to the best of our ability, weve got to try and keep them safe.
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structions on how to exit the campus. Theres no missing that. Some people brought up that this was a model we might want to follow in case of a real emergency, Mr. Gerard said. The staffs at each of the Claremont Colleges are always on the lookout for ways to improve security and emergency response, Mr. Gerard noted. When students parents send them however many miles away, theyre entrusting them to us so, to the best of our ability, weve got to try and keep them safe, Mr. Gerard said. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, as the saying goes. With this in mind, college staffers are also making a concerted effort to make sure that warning signs from troubled students do not go unnoticed. Resident advisors, students living on campus who are paid to assist in establishing a positive living environment in the residence halls, are asked to report any signs of mental distress displayed by students in their residence halls. They can contact a staff member in student affairs who is on call 24/7 for assistance. If a student or staff member is worried about a student, each college has counseling staff and chaplains ready to advise them. The Claremont University Consortium also offers Monsour Counseling and psychological services for all students of the Claremont Colleges. Their staff includes psychologists, psychiatrists and intern therapists who offer support for a range of issues, including
brief individual counseling, psychiatric medication management, groups and workshops, consultation and referrals and crisis intervention. Our hope is that if a student started to display symptomsstop going to classes, stop hanging out with friendsthat would send up red flags and someone would report it, Mr. Gerard said. At one time, incidences of mass campus violence were relatively rare, the exception being the shocking massacre by engineering student-turned-sniper Charles Whitman at the University of Texas in 1966. Conducted from the universitys clock tower, that attack resulted in the deaths of 17 people along with the wounding of 32 others. However, that kind of wide-scale campus violence was largely viewed as a horrible fluke. Twenty years ago, a Claremont Colleges safety exercise would have inevitably involved the scenario of a massive earthquake, with students being instructed to duck, cover and hold. Of course, the 5 Cs still regularly conduct fire drills as well as earthquake drills, which are particularly important given that many students hail from states where earthquakes dont happen. Things have definitely changed for a generation of students who were young children in 1999, at the time of the Columbine High School massacre. Thats one of their I remember where I was when moments, comparable to a Baby Boomers experience of the assassination of John F. Kennedy, Mr. Gerard pointed out. They have since been bombarded with the news of school violence in Newton, Virginia Tech and at any number of college campuses, he said. So they take it seriously when they are instructed to take steps to minimize danger in the case of a campus attack. Following the directions of a training video, which was shown 4 times in the week-and-a-half preceding the safety drill, students at the Claremont Colleges sheltered in place, locked the door, turned out the lights and maintained silence. We used to use safe rooms, which involved people having to run out of where they were to a safe place, Mr. Gerard said. But if you do that, you might run into the line of fire, so now we tell people to lock themselves where they are. Keeping a college community safe is a crucial but sometimes daunting task, Mr. Gerard said. Even in a small school like Pomona, you hope and pray you catch them all, but you never know, he said.
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Its just one more way to prevent crime, said Steven Llanusa of the Claremont Unified School District Board of Education, who heeded Mr. Reeces call for community members interested in joining the CPCs advisory committee. [The CPCA] may not have new information, but they have new ways to communicate it so we dont have to keep reinventing the wheel. Mr. Llanusas reasons for joining the CPC were 2-fold. His interest stems from being both a member of the school district and from his roles as president of the Claraboya Homeowners Association. Schools have been hit hard with copper thefts...and in Claraboya we have had a problem not with the houses, but with the car burglaries, Mr. Llanusa explained. Anything that can help to reduce these problems would be a godsend. A slew of other active Claremont res-
idents have also added their help to further Mr. Reeces cause, including former mayor Ellen Taylor, Randy Prout and Lee Jackman, a friend of Mr. Reeces since their time together on the American Cancer Society Board. I was impressed by his vision, Ms. Jackman said, particularly taken with the idea of getting information out to the public as soon as possible. Social media is playing a huge role in just educating people about whats happening in Claremont, Ms. Jackman said. People can be alert, looking for things. The coalition is quickly learning about the rapid turnaround of social media. Last week, the groups Facebook page received 5000 visitors, according to Mr. Reece. Their crime alert on last weekends AM/PM robbery alone received almost 1000 views. In addition to mere crime alerts, the CPC is making use of their webpage to send out public education pieces. On
Sunday, the CPC published Simple Steps to Stop Burglaries, a feature that helped bolster hits to their site. The CPC looks forward to watching the numbers continue to build. We are still in the infancy of this, but it is growing rapidly. We are putting all these systems in place and have had great cooperation with the police department and the chief, Mr. Reece said. As Mr. Llanusa paraphrased the old adage, it takes a village to protect one person, Ms. Jackman noted that keeping our community safe is not just the responsibility of our police. The CPC can be reached anonymously on their toll free line, 450-5535 or at info@claremontcpc.org. View their latest updates at www.claremontcpc.org or for Twitter updates, follow them at www.twitter.com/claremontcpc. In the case of an emergency, the CPC reminds the Claremont community to call 9-1-1.
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Police to offer crime prevention tips at community meeting

The Claremont Police Department, Claremont Chamber of Commerce and the Claremont Crime Prevention Coalition will host a public information session on Wednesday, April 17 from 8 to 9 a.m. to address the recent uptick in commercial crime. The event will take place at the Claremont Chamber office, 205 Yale Ave. Officers will be on hand to give residents and business owners tips on how to keep the community and local businesses safe. The event is free, but an RSVP is required. Sign up by sending an email to contact@claremontchamber.org or call 624-1681.
The harvest that never happened

by Jan Wheatcroft
ll over the world there is a farm-totable food movement, which is touted as a new food fad, but I was engaged in that activity almost 30 years ago.
In the 80s, I lived with a Greek man from the island of Samos. We had been living in Claremont but he felt the desire for some land to grow and market vegetables and raise some animals. We found a Strouds catalog and looked at farms all over the US and found the most affordable ones to be in Arkansas and Maine at that time. Maine seemed too cold so we chose to search in Arkansas. Eventually we found an 8 and one-quarter acre of land with a house and barn on it for $25,000, payable directly to owner. We bought it, paying $250 monthly mortgage to that owner. We packed up our 2-ton, slat-sided Chevy truck with everything we owned and drove across country to take possession of our farm. And so began my adventure as a food provider to the world. Our farm was in the center of the Ozark mountains on the border of Missouri. Driving across to the farm was like viewing photos I had seen of broken down cabins with unfinished walls and permanent yard sales in front yards. We had no idea what we had taken on. Our house turned out to be standing upright with 2 stoves for heating, an old barn out back and a grove of trees in the far back. The summer that we arrived was the hottest summer in 10 years and the cultivatable areas were hard as stone. So Stavros, the Greek, set his sights on building a farrowing barn and raising pigs. We learned about tradio a call-in radio station which handled requests for buyers and sellers. Animal auctions became the center of our shopping activities and our evening entertainment. When the farrowing barn was finished it could handle 6 sows and their litters and it had a small yard for the pigs to snuffle about. Now we needed pigs. The auction provided us with our first 3 pigs, 2 females and a neutered male to be raised for food. We also bought 6 goats for milk and yogurt-making. We had a big rabbit hutch full of rabbits, whose droppings would be good fertilizer whenever we got the garden going. There was also a chicken pen that Stavros built, which kept us in fresh eggs. We had 2 dogs for companionship and protection, numerous cats as ratters and a young calf we hoped would
eventually be the beginning of a small herd. Through tradio we got connected with a man who sold us large metal barrels to store the animals food in the barn. He also sold us 2 pigs, a frisky pink sow and a boar which we had hopes would be the father to all of the future piglets. After months of watching and waiting we were told that we had been sold a bad bill of goods as the boar had only one testicle and as such could not procreate. So he was fully castrated by a neighbor and I took him to auction and sold him and then bought a proper boar, who immediately impregnated all of our sows and many of the neighbors sows as well. There was no work to be had in our rather economically depressed area. Stavros finally found part time work in a service station and I had a few teaching substitution jobs but we found we were eating into our savings rather quickly. It was impossible to do anything to break the ground for that season so we didnt plant any crops. Stavros was appalled to learn that we were living in a dry county and no beer, wine or liquor was available. We had to drive over the border into Missouri and bring back cases of beer. It was a very hot summer. Then he decided to make his own wine. We found a supplier of grapes and bought enough to stomp on and then run through a press. That wine was strong and potent but Stavros had all the necessities. We were definitely foreigners in the community and as such we were not particularly welcomed by neighbors and the only friends we made were others from out of the area. People seemed to find pleasure if they could out fox us, such as the man who sold us the defective boar. Most of our days consisted of caring for animals. My sons rode their bikes to the local schools. They hated it all. My older son had to play football. He knew nothing about football and yet all high school boys played and so did he. I went to all of the home games, cheering him on
even when he ran the wrong way scoring a point for the opposing team. I obviously knew nothing about football either. Studies were easy and boring for the boys. They had many boring chores at home. The fields and grove of trees was full of ticks and the dogs were often covered in them. Evenings were spent sitting on the side porch picking off ticks and burning them with a match. I decided I should do some canning. I went into town to buy some peaches. A farmer was selling them in the square. A bushel was the smallest amount he would sell and I had no idea how many peaches were in a bushel. A lot. We piled basket after basket in the kitchen in the summers heat and I began to cansterilizing, slicing, cooking and filling jar after jar as fast as I could but always behind the baskets that were rotting in the heat faster than I could prepare them. When I opened a jar to taste my culinary creation, I found it inedible and gave them all away, thus thwarting a possible business experience. We milked goats and I made yogurt. The boys ran around the yard rounding up goats daily. One goat climbed on the barn roof every day. We bottle fed 2 Nubian baby goats twice a day, as well as feeding the calf by bottle. In the fall the hunting season began. Stavros hunted for birds and squirrels, he was the only one who ate them. Then he wanted to hunt deer and spent many hours crouched in deer hides waiting to no avail. The only venison we ate was a gift from a friend to me, one large leg. We did go to stocked fish ponds to fish. My youngest son loved to fish and caught a lot but refused to eat them. When the winter arrived it was a shock to us all. It was so very cold and the hard land grew even harder covered in thick snow. It was the coldest winter in 20 years. All our pipes froze so there was no water at all. Our friendly neighbors had forgotten to tell us foreigners that pipes had to be wrapped. We melted snow and hauled water to flush toilets when they could work and otherwise ran outside to use makeshift potties. The rabbits froze, but the goats, calf and pigs were fine. We took one pig and one goat to be slaughtered for food and even traded a bit with a friendly farmer for some tasty beef. We were desperate to earn money so we began to chop down trees from our back grove and saw them up, load them into the truck and sell them through tradio. The labor was great but the income was small. It took the 4 of us many hours to do a load. Then there was a thaw and the truck got stuck in the mud and we had to ask for help from neighboring farmers to come and haul us out. This occurred many more times then we liked. In the end, we returned to Claremont where there was work to be had and the boys had better schooling opportunities and no football pressure. I think I was the only one to really enjoy some parts of being there. Stavros had built me an outside stove for boiling my dye plants and doing my natural plant dying of hand spun wool. I spent many hour hand spinning, dying and knitting and had entered 2 big fairs and had done fairly well selling my crafts. However we had used up most of our savings and would not realistically see a profit in the near future so the choice to leave was the best one. As far as farm-to-table, it was not a successful venture. We did eat some of what we produced (raised) pork, goat, rabbit, chicken and eggs. We took care of animals, improved the property with a farrowing barn, a large fenced area for animals, a chicken house and a rabbit pen area. We got through a bad summer and an even worse winter and we learned to survive with hard work as a family. We learned how to negotiate the auctions and buying and selling on the radio. In fact, it was through the radio that we sold everything before we left. And we returned to Claremont as we had left it, with a fully loaded Chevy 2-ton slat-sided truck. Claremont welcomed us home.
Local politics
Dear Editor: Douglas Lyon (COURIER, April 5) is out to show that the Claremont City Council should not join the Mayors Against Illegal Guns organization because, as he represents it, the MAIG is an organization over-run with criminals. His sources (perhaps credible) show 18 of its member mayors have criminal records. But there are over 900 mayors who have joined the organization: that means 2 percent have criminal records. A major criminal organization! He compares the mayors in terms of criminal records not with the 80 million American gun-owners but with the 8 million who have concealed carry permits and claims that that group has a lower percent with criminal records. However, to obtain such a permit in most states, one has to pass a background checkand if you are later convicted, the permit is pulled. Thanks to the effectiveness of regulations, no wonder the group contains so few with convictions. Mr. Lyon does the standard right-wing thing and talks as if the MAIG, and supporters of government-enforced gun safety programs, are out to do something unconstitutional, namely take guns away. In fact, the MAIG is not Mayors Against Gunsthe word illegal is in their title. And the group clearly says Protecting the Second Amendment rights of lawabiding Americans goes hand-in-hand with keeping guns out of the hands of those who should not have them. It is no surprise that the NRAs propaganda keeps making the false claim about taking guns away from everyone as it is a paid shill for the gun industry. Why Mr. Lyon and others keep throwing out the red herring is very unclear. When the city council is finished with its attempt to put the citys water supply in our own hands, it should vote in favor of joining MAIG and instruct the member who is then serving as mayor to sign on.
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Contrary to Mr. Lyon, gun regulation is not a national issue: it is a nationwide issue. All politics are local.
Merrill Ring Claremont
rates for current and future generations by acquiring Golden State Water Company's system and rights to water for delivery in Claremont.
Parker G. Emerson Claremont
An outsiders viewpoint, again

Dear Editor: I was dismayed to see that the COURIER decided to again give the California Alliance to Protect Private Property Rights space in Viewpoint for their opinions and misinformation. We know what their viewpoint is. In the future, I hope their opinions will be relegated to the shorter letters to the editor format. CAPPPR promotes Golden State Water Companys position that it alone should decide if it wants to sell its public water utility monopoly in Claremont. They both also take the position that eminent domain is not the proper course of action for the city to acquire Golden State Water Companys system and rights to water for delivery in Claremont even though GSW has stated that it is not for sale at any price. Both Article I, Section 19 of the California Constitution and the Fifth Amendment to the US Constitution allow private property to be taken by eminent domain for a public use. The project needs not to be actually open to the public to constitute a public use. Instead, generally only a public benefit is required. CAPPPR and GSW evidently think that ready access to potable water is not a public benefit. To rephrase Ms. Sembellos closing statements, instead of a costly eminent domain fight, Golden State Water Company would be better served to try and work with Claremont to address and resolve these issues jointly. Taxpayers of Claremont should invest in reliable, quality water at reasonable
[Editors note: The COURIER policy is to print all viewpoints and letters to the editor, whether or not we agree with the writers opinion. Also, writers need not live in Claremont or subscribe to be published. Anyone is welcome to write a letter KD]
Show kindness
[Editors note: The following letter was sent to the Claremont Fire Department with a copy forwarded for publication. KD] Dear Editor: I wanted to take the opportunity to review an incident that occurred yesterday evening and share it with you. I am hoping that you will share this with your staff. My 17-year-old son Nathaniel was experiencing severe burning in his throat, was breathing rapidly and shaking. Just prior to these symptoms emerging, he had eaten a jarred pasta sauce, which he has eaten many times before, and he wasnt sure what was happening to him. I immediately checked the bottle of pasta sauce to ensure that it had not expired and it hadnt. While Nathan shoved ice chips in his mouth to cool off his throat, I called 911 and paramedics arrived. The paramedics assessed my sons condition and decided to transport him to the Emergency Department at Kaiser in Ontario. I drove my vehicle and followed behind. Nathan was checked in and, while we waited for a bed, he talked to me about his fear of the incident.
My son explained that while in the ambulance, the paramedics started interrogating me. Nathan explained that once he was alone in the ambulance, the paramedics accused him of using drugs or alcohol. When he explained that he hadnt, the paramedics response was a sarcasticUh huh. Nathan said that he overheard continued discussion between the 2 paramedics and that they both believed he had taken drugs and/or alcohol. I explained to my son that paramedics receive many calls resulting from drug use and, because of his age, they assumed. I also explained that I understand why they asked him again about any drug or alcohol use away from my presence. Some youths may not admit to using drugs in front of their parents. I wanted to share this with the intention of restoring a bit of faith in the majority of Claremont youth. My son did not have drugs or alcohol in his system. The treating emergency room doctor determined that Nathan had an allergic reaction to something in the pasta sauce, which set off the severe coughing and burning in his throat. His reaction then triggered a mild asthma attack. I understand what paramedics face when responding to such calls involving youth and teenagers. However, I feel that the interrogation that occurred while transporting him to the hospital and the side comments that were made in his presence were unnecessary. Not all Claremont High School 17year-old teens have histories of drug or alcohol use. I think it is reasonable and responsible to be alarmed, but until confirmed, paramedics should be cautious in verbalizing judgments. I am very proud that their judgment was wrong about my son. Candace Marlowe
Claremont
Superintendent celebrates district-wide achievements

by Jim Elssaser, superintendent of CUSD
laremont Unified School District has a longstanding tradition of excellence in academics, the arts, athletics and extra- and co-curricular ac- numerous accomplishments and the progress that has been made toward tivities, and we have continued to build achieving the districts Strategic Goals. on that tradition this year. With only 2 For the first time since the inception of the states Acmonths remaining in the 2012-2013 ademic Performance Index, all of our schools API school year, CUSD is proud of this years scores are over the state target of 800, with 2 schools
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scoring 930. Over 75 percent of all students taking the California Standards Tests scored proficient or advanced in English language arts, and over 70 percent of all students scored proficient or advanced on the mathematics portion of the tests. One-hundred percent of the Claremont High School Class of 2013 has passed the California High School Exit Exam. Our English learners continue to score above the annual state targets in English language proficiency. Over the last few years, districts throughout California have been faced with dramatic reductions to revenue. In an effort to balance budgets, many districts have implemented significant personnel layoffs as well as reduced the number of days students attend school in a year. CUSD has been fortunate to have a Board of Education, staff, and community that have worked closely together to minimize impacts to personnel, and avoid reducing the academic year. Our schools continue to provide opportunities for student involvement both in and outside of the classroom by focusing on the whole child. An overview of the many opportunities and activities that encourage student success are highlighted below. Chaparral is very excited to be celebrating National Poetry month. Students submitted some of their favorite poetry and had to describe what the poem meant to them. Several of these students have been selected to read their chosen poems and share their thoughts over morning announcements to the school throughout the month of April. On April 19, Chaparral will have 2 assemblies in which several community members, students, and staff will share favorite poems as well as engage in other fun activities with poetry. Over the past few weeks, Condits principal and teachers have been holding Data Chat conferences with a focus on each students success. Class data is reviewed and various types of differentiation of instruction within each classroom are discussed. This differentiation of instruction helps all students to strive for success, not only academically but socially and emotionally as well. Three times a year, the Mountain View staff and principal meet to discuss targeted students through Data Chats. At the end of the second trimester, benchmark assessments were reviewed with a focus on specific subgroups of students. As a result of the most recent Data Chats, and in an effort to close the achievement gap with English learners, staff has incorporated appropriate interventions to support all English learners in the core curriculum. Danbury is committed to addressing the individual needs of their physically impaired students and educating the whole child. Relationships between disABLEd and non-disabled students are encouraged and strengthened through the collaborative relationship of Sumner and Danbury students and staff. Student artwork has been created and was on display at the Fairplex and will be permanently displayed at the district office. Communication devices with artificial voice output have given a voice to students who cannot talk, allowing them to read stories to Sumner students. Thanks to the Claremont Educational Foundation, which purchased a large screen and projector, site staff uses technology to enhance the physical education
curriculum, which includes teaching popular dances to students so they can dance at family weddings and parties. Sumner is working to meet the needs of all students, with an intentional focus on language arts. Team Reading has been used in the primary grades to assist students with reading fluency, decoding and comprehension. Teachers have recently designed a Response to Intervention program for upper-grade students that provides 55 minutes of daily strategic intervention for students in need of additional support, while providing enrichment opportunities for other students. Sycamore students, staff and parents are participating in student-led conferences, which include a review and reflection on each students progress in the curriculum and toward personalized goals. Students lead the conversation as much as possible, share their enjoyment of the learning experiences, and highlight their successes and areas needing further development. During this meeting, the family receives the second trimesters progress report including the teachers narrative report of the students connection to the learning as well as their social and academic growth. Oakmont Outdoor School and Vista del Valle are raising reading achievement by the power of 2! This year, both schools are implementing the Reading Together program, which provides direct, systematic instruction in the essential reading components, with an emphasis on comprehension, writing, and vocabulary. This program is a research-based, interactive peer teaching programdesigned to enhance core reading curricula. Under the supervision of teacher trained coordinators, fourth and fifth grade tutors follow scripted lesson plans, modelingstrategies for intentional thinking and interacting with text. Tutors thenguide their second grade and third grade tutees in using these best practices independently. El Roble is extremely proud of the gains that have been made in the area of student achievement. Due to the tremendous work of the students and staff, El Roble is one of a select group of middle schools statewide that has been recommended as a 2013 California Distinguished School. The English language arts program at San Antonio High School is flourishing as a result of their consistent implementation of high-interest reading in all English courses. Students of all levels have been reading engaging novels such as The Hunger Games, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Enders Game, World War Z and The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian. Through grant writing, generous donations, and the use of donorschoose.org, teachers have been able to utilize these resources to instill in their students a new love for reading. Claremont High School thespian students received multiple awards at the California State Thespian Festival held on March 22-24. Over 1100 thespians attended from over 65 California high schools. During the course of the festival, CHS students competed in dozens of events, attended workshops, and vied for over $15,000 in scholarships. Four CHS seniors received scholarships at the festival and many other CHS students received awards including First in State for Make-Up Design and First in State for Costume Construction. On behalf of the board of education, I would like to congratulate and thank the Claremont community for your support of our schools. The success of our schools can be directly attributed to the Claremont Unified School District staff, students, parents, and community working together with a committed and dedicated coard of education to ensure that all students in Claremont receive a top quality education, second to none.
Claremont Wilderness Park enforcement

By Mayor Opanyi Nasiali
ecently the Claremont Wilderness Park has been the subject of several articles and letters to the editor.
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And trash has increased in the park, requiring increased clean-up and maintenance. Some hikers and cyclists have violated the set park-closure hours. These situations cannot be allowed to continue unabated. In order to strike a balance between the interests of the surrounding residents and park-users, the city council researched various options to keep the park open. The process took 2 years, including public hearings. Notice of the hearings was advertised in local newspapers, the city website and city letter. Park visitors, residents, members of the Claremont Wilderness Conservancy and other interested parties provided input. Consequently, the council unanimously agreed that the admission to the park would remain free, with defined park-open hours. The council concluded that the solution to complaints about ambiguity of the park being open from dawn to dusk would be to adopt a rotating schedule of various definite monthly hours for clear enforcement. Signs displaying the new hours were installed in February 2013 at the park entrances. Announcement of the new hours was also placed in the city letter and local newspapers. The new park-open hours went into effect on March 8.
The writers have disparaged the Claremont Police Department for issuing citations to after-hours violators of the park rules. Let it be clear that the police department is enforcing city council policy. The city council stands by and fully supports the departments enforcement efforts. Let me clear up some misinformation and confusion about the Wilderness Park use. First, the park hours have changed. Second, the parking lots are no longer free, except for the lower lot which is available to Claremont residents with proper permits. Following is an explanation of the new regulations, and background on the reasons behind the changes. During the past 2 years, the city council and staff have been working on addressing issues surrounding the increased usage of the Wilderness Park. The popularity of the park has grown drastically in the last 5 years. Anyone that has been up at the park on a weekend can attest to witnessing thousands of hikers and cyclists that visit the park weekly. As the popularity of the park grew, its impact on surrounding neighborhoods and city resources also grew. Cars parked illegally and pedestrians in the street have created dangerous traffic situations.
The city council established the new park-open hours to achieve the following objectives: To protect the safety of the park users, to reduce negative impacts on park wildlife and to preserve a period of quiet for surrounding neighborhoods. There was concern that human encounters with wildlife and potential human injuries resulting from the encounter increase at night. And when it is dark, emergency response teams face difficulty reaching the injured and/or lost park visitors. Last month, search teams on foot and in a helicopter were deployed to find a lost hiker in the park after dark. Such emergencies must be avoided because they cost the city in dollars and potential injury to personnel. Therefore, maintaining park open-hours to coincide with maximum daylight protects the safety of park-users and emergency responders and allows for a period of tranquility for residents in the vicinity of the Wilderness Park. The Claremont Police Department began enforcing the new hours on March 22. Officers will continue to cite violators. Some people have criticized the city for not issuing warnings to hikers who, apparently, did not read the posted signs which display park-open hours. Experience has shown that warnings have been ineffective in curbing the after-hours park usage, leaving strict enforcement as the key to compliance. In response to the increased need for more automobile parking spaces, the city council decided to expand the north
parking lot at the Mills Avenue entrance to the park. That lot is now completed. On April 15, officers will begin enforcing the required automobile parking permits. Since February 2013, the permits have been available for purchase by Claremont residents and non-Claremont park visitors parking in the north and south lots, and free for Claremont residents parking in the south lot. Cars parked in the lots must display parking permits. Daily visitor permits can be purchased from meters at the parking lots and annual permits can be purchased at city hall. The proceeds from the sale of parking permits are not intended for profit making, but for offsetting the cost of constructing the parking lot and for ongoing maintenance. Maintenance costs include weekly trash collection and removal, restroom cleaning and upkeep of the parking lots. The city council and staff recognize that the issues arising from increased Wilderness Park usage will not be solved quickly or simply. That is why the council has commissioned a study of the park usage and related automobile parking issues. The council will use the findings of the study to prepare a long-range Wilderness Park Master Plan. In the meantime, the city is asking for cooperation from park visitors in complying with the new regulations. By following the established park rules, we can ensure the park is maintained for all to enjoy.
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Rev. William David Puntney

Pastor, veteran
The Reverend William David Puntney died on March 26, 2013 at the Pilgrim Place senior community following complications from surgery. He was 75. Rev. Puntney was born on November 8, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan to Ethel Gladys McMullin Puntney and Charles Edwin Doyle Puntney. He always held that being born in Michigan was the fault of the Great Depression, which brought his parents there from their native state of Missouri. With the outbreak of World War II, young David and his family moved to southern California, where his father worked as a welder in the Long Beach shipyards. Once the war ended, his father and grandfather Puntney became partners in a walnut orchard in Chino, California. It was there that he grew up, living the life of a farm boy. He graduated from Chino High School, received an associates degree from Mount San Antonio Community College and continued on to Pomona College. After his father died, Rev. Puntney was left to finance his education, working for Pacific State Hospital, now Lanterman. He completed his junior year before enlisting in the US Air Force in July 1958. He was sent to Texas for basic training and then assigned to the Yale University Institute of Far Eastern Language, where he spent the following year studying Mandarin Chinese. From there, he was assigned to the National Security Agency headquarters in Silver Springs, Maryland where he completed his training. In October 1959, he was assigned to the 7027th Radio Squadron in Onna Point, Okinawa. He was subsequently assigned to the Joint Services Security Base at Shu Lin Kou, Taipei, Taiwan and then, a year-and-a-half later, to Saigan, Vietnam. He was reassigned to command a mobile base located on a mountain, aptly named, Monkey Mountain, where he commanded a small detachment of linguists, intelligence specialists and air police. From there, Rev. Puntney returned to Okinawa in December 1963. Following his tours of duty in Asia, he returned to Yale for more advanced training in Mandarin. He applied for reassignment as an intelligence specialist and was later transferred to Grand Forks, North Dakota and then to Aviano Air Force Base in Italy, where he spent 3 years supervising the intelligence office. He requested a discharge and was honorably discharged in July 1970. Rev. Puntney next enrolled at California State Polytechnic University, where
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Christ) while completing his Master of Divinity degree. He served Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) congregations in southern and northern California, as well as in Boonville, Missouri, where he enjoyed a growing church and served in many capacities within the city, including co-founding the smallest affiliate of Habitat in the United States. He and Mrs. Puntney also served from August 1995 to February 1996 as visiting pastor and choir director for the Maylands church in Adelaide, South Australia. Rev. Puntney continued in full-time ministry until January of 2008, retired, then served as interim minister of Ramona Avenue Christian Church (DOC) in La Verne. He continued as their parttime pastor until December 2010. He also, in his later years, began writing short stories and poetry. In 2009, Rev. Puntney and his wife moved to the Pilgrim Place retirement community in Claremont. A statement from the Ramona Avenue Christian Church reflects Rev. Puntneys far-reaching impact: Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to the family of one of the most incredible human beings we have been proud to call our pastorHis legacy will always live on in our lives and in our church community. Rev. Puntney is survived by his loving wife, Norma; by his sister, Rebecca Francese; by a nephew, Matthew Glaziner; by 6 stepchildren from his current marriage and by 2 stepchildren from his previous marriage; by 9 grandchildren and by 5 great-grandchildren. Memorial gifts may be sent to Pilgrim Place (www.pilgrimplace.org), 625 Mayflower Rd., Claremont, CA 91711, or to the Alzheimers Association (www.alz.org), PO Box 96011, Washington, DC, 20090-6011.
he received his bachelors degree in history. He completed a masters degree in Western American Studies in 1976 at the University of California, Riverside. During this time, he was working as an archivist for the city of Riverside. He notably authored 2 publications in this capacity, SC Evans and the Movies Censorship in Riverside, California: 1910-1925 (1975) and, along with coauthor John R. Brumgardt, Historical Portraits of Riverside County (1977). Following graduation, he was employed as an archives specialist with the National Archives regional branch in Laguna Nigel, California. Rev. Puntney married Jeanette Vance Harris on July 23, 1977. Sadly, after just 2 years of marriage, she died of a cerebral hemorrhage. He was called to teach at Chapman University, where he taught history while he completed his Master of Divinity degree. On March 15, 1982, he married Norma Marqueling Banman. She had 6 children, with one son still at home, so Rev. Puntney took on an entirely new profession as stepfather to a teenaged boy. Rev. Puntney served his first pastorate at Upland Christian Church (Disciples of
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Conrad Casler
Conrad Chester Casler, resident of Claremont since the mid-1960s, died at his home on March 29, 2013 at the age of 83. Mr. Caslers late and beloved wife, June, once described Connie as having the characteristics of an old fire dogwhenever he hears a siren, hes got to know whats going on. Mr. Casler, the son of Chester and Vera Casler, was born on October 4, 1929 in Indianapolis, Indiana where he spent his early years. He was a graduate of Short Ridge High School in Indianapolis and of Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana. During the years of the Korean War, Mr. Casler enlisted in the US Army. Although a Quaker and self-described pacifist, he once said of the war, I figured the pacifists had failed, so lets just get it over with as quickly as possible and start over again. He attended the Army Officer Candidate School in Lawton, Oklahoma and served as an aerial observer for field combat troops in the X Corps Artillery Unit in Korea, an experience that served as a basis for many Connie stories of his experiences there. Mr. Casler began his journalistic career as a reporter for the Caller-Times in Corpus Christi, Texas where he had, among many others, the experience of joining a Coast Guard flight over the Texas-Louisiana coast observing the ravages of Hurricane Audrey. There were many other memorable experiences, and the always competitive spirit of getting a story before competitors. Mr. Casler recalled writing of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy for the Indianapolis Times, his next endeavor after the Texas job. A move to California brought a shortlived job in advertising and public relations at Disneyland, which he colorfully described as making him feel like a lady of the evening. He returned to journalism with the Los Angeles Herald Examiner as a night city editor. It was during his tenure there when the news came in that Robert F. Kennedy, chosen that evening in the California presidential primary election, had been shot, bringing on a 48-
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to look after her 2 catsthen he began to fix things for me. I loved his jokes and humor. He would always make a point to cut out news stories of human interest about the goodness of people about instances of generosity. He was such an ethical, loyal man. Jim and Dora Sanders of Claremont Graduate University and the Claremont School of Theology knew Mr. Casler for more than 40 years. He was the best handyman ever, Mr. Sanders noted, and he charged pre-war prices. He was a man who had a ready word and a constant supply of new stories. He cared for our dogs, our husky-bloodhound mix, and his successor, a malamute. He and June both loved them, and the dogs and we loved them. Florence Wanjiku, who came to the US some years ago from her native Kenya, has made her home with Mr. Casler since she began caring for the late June Casler during her final years. Ms. Wanjiku and her daughters, Priscilla Wangeci and Charity Kaningari, recall Mr. Caslers encouragement and kindness. He always encouraged us to go on to school, Ms. Wanjiku notes. He was a mentor to us and we considered him our guardian angel. Heaven must have grown by one more angel, now that Connies there. Mr. Casler, whose daughter, Cathryn, was tragically killed by an errant motorist near her home in northern California in 2011, is survived by his son, Dr. Conrad C. Casler Jr., and his wife Angie of Tulsa, Oklahoma; by his sonin-law, Wayne Wally Zampa of Butte Valley, California; by granddaughter Jennifer Davis of Seattle, Washington and by granddaughters, Courtney and Mackenzie Casler of Tulsa, Oklahoma. As with his late wife, June, memorial donations may be made to the Inland Valley Humane Society, 500 Humane Way, Pomona, CA 91766 or to the West End Animal Shelter, 1010 E. Mission Blvd., Ontario, CA 91761. No formal services are scheduled, but a gathering of friends of Mr. Casler will be held in the near future.
Pat Yarborough
Claremonts curmudgeon: a journalist and a man with a heart of gold

hour whirlwind of writing. It was also at the Her-Ex, as he described the newspaper that he was contacted by the infamous Alphabet Bomber about his malicious intentions, giving Mr. Casler information about the type of explosives to expect and where to find tapes with more information. Mr. Caslers career travels then brought him closer to Claremont at the then Pomona Progress Bulletin (now the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin). It was during that period of time that he testified during the trial of the Alphabet Bomber, leading to a conviction. During his time at the Prog, he delighted in telling the story of an incident when he was instructed by editors not to say that a murder had occurred in downtown Pomona. Being a stickler for truthful reporting, Mr. Casler instead gave the exact street address of where the crime had occurred. The story went through, giving readers an accurate picture. It was also at the Progress Bulletin that Mr. Casler met his beloved June, who became his second wife in 1981, a union that only ended with her death in 2008. The couple partnered in many ways, including his handyman business and her love for animals, leading to pet and house-sitting services, used widely by friends and acquaintances in Claremont. Following his career in journalism, Mr. Casler taught at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut and was the advisor for the Mountain Weekly newspaper there and at the University of La Verne. He rankled at the idea, however, of teaching journalism. Why spend so much time on journalism, he argued in a profile for the COURIER by Brenda Bolinger. It should be spent on civics, education, history, medicine, politics and economics. A masters degree in journalism is, pardon the expression, as useful as tits on a boar hog. Literal scores of Claremonters had contacts with Mr. Casler over the years. A few reflected on his personality and influence. Bill and Carol Grant knew Mr. Casler for more than 40 years. He was
a neighbor and a friend of ours and our kids. Everybody in the neighborhood looked to Connie. We never took a vacation without Connie looking after things for us. Andrew Zanella of the Keck Institute reflected, Conrad was friendly, gregarious, curious about many things and fun and stimulating to talk with. He had a great sense of humor and loved to tell jokes, especially the kind that ended in clever and sometimes excruciatingly funny puns. He was a remarkable man and friend. It was my good fortune to know him. David Sadava, an emeritus professor at Claremont McKenna College, remembers Mr. Casler as generous and kind. He loved me and my family. He had a wry and jaundiced view of Claremont politics and would send me clippings that illustrated that view. He retrofitted his home with solar power before it was the thing and Ive always said that the town is glowing because of Connie. He was a great guy. Carol Bliss explained that Mr. Casler had pet sit for a friend, and then began
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Change in housing codes could impact lower income renters
n anticipation of new housing developments cropping up throughout the city in the coming months and years, the Claremont City Council spent Tuesday evening cleaning up several aspects of the citys housing codes. The council unanimously approved changes to housing codes in order to be consistent with updated state standards, including eliminating the rule that rental properties are subject to offering moderate-income or low-income units.
Several amendments to existing codes were sorely needed as changes have not been made to the citys housing codes since before the collapse of the housing market in 2007, according to Brian Desatnik, Claremonts director of community development. Mr. Desatnik considered adopting a new set of requirements important in order to be reflective of several changes to state law since that time. A number of things have changed both in the marketplace and with regard to the changes with the loss of redevelopment that have caused us to go back and take a fresh look at our program, Mr. Desatnik said. Highlighted among changes were those codes that deal with affordable housing. Several developers have proposed including moderate-to-low income or low-income housing options in their projects slated for Claremont. The first notable change dealt with the citys Inclusionary Housing Requirements, a set of regulations requiring city developments to include a specified number of moderate- or low-income housing opportunities. As the laws currently stand, new residential developments with 5 or more for-sale units must offer 15 percent of those units at moderate-income prices. Developments with rentable spaces must offer 10 percent to low-income households with 5 percent available to very low-income renters. Certain exceptions are taken into account should a development offer more low-income instead of moderate-income, for example, requirements may be reduced. Dormitories and apartments owned by educational institutions are exempt altogether. The council unanimously added rental properties to the list of those exempted. They didnt really have a say in the matter. A recent court decisionPalmer/Sixth Street Properties LP. vs. City of Los Angelesdeemed requiring rental properties to heed the Inclusionary Housing Requirements was a violation of the states CostaHawkins Act, which allows landlords of rental developments the right to increase rent as units turn over. Inclusionary requirements were in violation of that,
Mr. Desatnik explained, adding, The implication of that was it basically invalidates all of inclusionary housing programs dealing with rental housing developments. The council took his word for it. The second notable change concerned the citys Long Term Affordability Covenance, which the council decided CITY to do away with for several reasons. COUNCIL The covenance was adopted in the first place to comply with state Redevelopment Agency laws. Last February, the Redevelopment Agency dissolved, and so did those laws. There are a number of further drawbacks to the longterm law. Because the affordable unit will keep its affordable status for the duration of that 45-year covenancemeaning the homeowner will not be able to accumulate much equity during that time as set out in the deal for affordable housingthere is less incentive to maintain the unit. It may also prove problematic should the homeowner wish to sell the unit, because of the fluctuation of affordable sales prices. In lieu of the covenance, the council opted for a Principal Recapture and Equity Sharing Requirement. Under this type of regulation, the homeowner of an affordable housing unit is able to resell their unit at market price in exchange for the city reclaiming part of the equity. That amount will then be placed into a special reserve to be used for more affordable housing opportunities in the future, whether that is in establishing a new development or converting already existing facilities. In this way, the owner of an affordable unit experiences the typical benefits of homeownership and has incentive to maintain the property. Another layer of the law is that the city will offer incentives for affordable property owners to stay in their homes. If they stay in their home less than 10 years, the city will take 100 percent of the equity share at resale. That amount will go down by 20 percent for every 5 years beyond the initial 10 that the property owner remains in their home. Slight changes were also made to the citys density bonus law, which allows a developer the ability to exceed zoning requirements should they agree to include affordable housing units as a part of the project. It provides developers with the extra incentive to include affordable housing despite changes in requirements. The main reason for changing Claremonts current requirements was, again, a need for consistency with state codes. The city has been processing residential projects pursuant to the density bonus provisions in state law even though our local density bonus codes were out of date and not consistent with this law, Mr. Desatnik said. Adopted in 1997, the citys current law grants developers a density bonus should: 20 percent of units be
available as low-income housing, 10 percent be available as very low-income housing or 60 percent be offered to senior citizens. In 2004, the senate reduced those requirements. The city is proposing to do the same, with 10 percent of units be available as low-income housing, 5 percent be available as very low-income housing. Should a developer meet those restrictions, a 20 percent density bonus may be granted. The draft ordinance before the council tonight will eliminate the confusion that comes from having the citys code say one thing and state law another, Mr. Desatnik explained. And make it easier for project applicants and staff to understand the options available to developers and to understand the requirements that are placed on the city on approving density bonuses and other provisions. The council was in favor of all proposed decisions with no comment from the audience. Mayor Pro Tem Joe Lyons commended staff for their thorough review and added that the move from Long Term Affordability Covenance to Principal Recapture and Equity Sharing was an agreeable way to provide affordable property owners with incentives to the home-owning experience. This most equitably addresses that issue given the fact that the long-term covenance usually ends up with everyone losing, including the city, Mr. Lyons said.
Wilderness Park uproar ouncil members and administrators also commented on the recent uproar regarding tickets at the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park. One resident came forward to ask the city to reconsider a grace period or to place extra signage at the park before ticketing hikers for violating park hours. However, unless directed by the council to do so, there is no plan to stop the enforcement or waive the existing tickets, according to City Manager Tony Ramos. The city has been working over 2 years to address multiple issues surrounding increased usage of the park, namely dangerous traffic situations, lack of parking, increased trash and litter, and the impact of thousands of visitors on the wildlife and residents of the area, Mr. Ramos said. The police department is enforcing the policies established by the city council with full knowledge and support. While Councilmember Sam Pedroza expressed sympathy, he also reiterated the councils commitment to stick to their promise to address the parks continued safety and traffic problems. We are hoping that if everyone is following the rules we wont need the police up there, Mr. Pedroza said. But until we get to that point, we are going through these growing pains of sorts until we get it right. And I think were on the way to doing that. Beth Hartnett
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Local schools issue pink slips to classified staff
t their April 4 meeting, the Claremont Unified School District Board of Education approved a resolution to issue pink slips to 5 classified employees who, come June 14, may not have jobs.
It is with a sad heart that I bring forth this resolution, said Kevin Ward, assistant superintendent of human services, emphasizing that the districts recommendation stems from continuing financial uncertainty. The positions that stand to be eliminated include 2 adult school aides, 2 computer instructional assistants, one from Condit Elementary School and one from Mountain View, and a paraeducator (formerly classified as an educational assistant) at Condit. Should these em-
ployees be laid-off, they will be eligible for reemployment for a period of 39 months, with their reemployment taking precedence over new apSCHOOL plicants. BOARD The passage of Prop 30for which CUSD classified employees notably campaigned, according to Rosie Bister, president of the Claremont chapter of the California School Employees Association (CSEA)has helped to forestall further pink slips for CUSD teachers. The salaries for classified personnel, however, come from a different source: categorical funding. According to the EdSource website, generally, categorical aid is meant to provide services for students with special needs, to improve instruction and curriculum, or to support social and health programs. Categorical funding, which comes from the federal government, is awarded directly to districts per qualify-
ing student or through grants or reimbursements. The district has tried to protect as many classified personnel as possible in recent years, but employee costs like healthcare have steadily grown while categorical funding has remained flat, Mr. Ward noted. The problem of shrinking funding reached a tipping point with the March 1 enactment of across-the-board cuts to federal funding known as Sequestration. These cuts will amount to some $85 million to be slashed through the end of September. While the 2013-2014 budget has yet to be finalized, it is estimated that US schools will shoulder a 6 percent cut. For Claremont schools, this adds up to some $134,000 per year, according to CUSD Assistant Superintendent of Business Services Lisa Shoemaker. Education has been granted a short
grace period; the first of these cuts will go into effect in July 1, 2013, the start of the new fiscal year. The areas affected include Title I, Title II and Title III programs as well as funding for programs related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). As an example of the local impact of Sequestration, CUSD regularly uses Title I funding, which is aimed at supporting academic success for socio-economically disadvantaged students, to pay for additional classroom aids. Ms. Bister took to the podium to appeal for the continued employment of classified staff. When you hear reduction in force it hurts to the core, Ms. Bister. We truly ask that [the district] reconsider and that, if it does happen, we can look at any way these jobs can come back.
Sarah Torribio storribio@claremont-courier.com
Prius raffle to benefit the Claremont Educational Foundation

For the third year in a row, Claremont Toyota is donating a Toyota Prius to be raffled off by the Claremont Educational Foundation (CEF). All proceeds go directly to benefit CEF programs for the Claremont Unified School District. This years raffle will be held on Sunday, April 21 at 2 p.m at Claremont Toyota, located at 508 Auto Center Dr.
Raffle tickets may be purchased from several locations throughout Claremont including the school offices at Chaparral, Condit, Mountain View, Sumner, Danbury, Oakmont, Sycamore and El Roble. Tickets are also available from these groups: Claremont High Cheer (tickets can be purchased at city hall for this group), Claremont High Speech and Debate, Claremont High Classes of 2013 and 2015 and Claremont High Cross Country. A portion of the sales will go to the specific group.
The winner will receive a 2012 Prius C, a vehicle with stellar fuel economy at 53 miles per gallon and a roomy interior. The Prius C comes with Toyotas Star Safety System, an advanced suite of 6 safety features offered standard on every new Toyota. The Prius C placed number-one in the 10 Best Green Cars of 2012 as rated by Kelley Blue Books. For more information about the Prius raffle event, visit www.claremonteducationalfoundation.org.
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COURIER fares well in statewide newspaper contest

The Claremont COURIER newspaper received notification of awards received in the 2012 California Newspaper Publishers Association (CNPA) Better Newspaper Contest. Seven first- or second-place awards and 5 honorable mentions were earned by COURIER staff for work produced from November 2011 to November 2012. The CNPA sponsors the contest with daily and weekly publications competing in separate divisions based on circulation. There were a total of 28 categories this year, with approximately 3000 entries received from the 700 daily and weekly newspapers in California. The CNPA operates its offices in the states capitol and is governed by a 35-member board of directors. Staff awards include a first- or second-place award for the 2012 Almanac in the special section category. The COURIER was also a blue ribbon finalist in general excellence for a sampling of work submitted that had been produced throughout 2012. Award notification of first or second place is received from the CNPA by mail, with the final announcements to be made at a CNPA lunch and awards show on Saturday, April 27. In photography, Steven Felschundneff won either first or second place for his front-page graphic illustration published October 10, 2012, titled Drop by Drop: Your water bill explained. Mr. Felschundneff was also honored in the category of photo essay for his work covering the citys Fourth of July festivities. Blue ribbons in photography include news photo, artistic photo and sports photo. Reporting awards went to Beth Hartnett in the local breaking news category for her story Longtime Claremonter looks to rebuild, published April 11, 2012. Ms. Hartnett recounted the story of Anna Petrovich, an 86year-old Claremont resident, whose neighbors came to
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a team leader for his squad. Mr. Nutt is the son of Michael and Karen Nutt and has 2 sisters, Michelle Nutt, CHS class of 2010, and Heather Joyce-Myrick of Rancho Cucamonga.
Donations welcome at April 19 Red Cross blood drive

Community residents are invited to take part in an American Red Cross-sanctioned blood drive on Friday, April 19 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. in Decker Hall at Pilgrim Place, 721 Harrison Ave. Potential donors may call Ruth Auld at 625-7228 to schedule an appointment to give the gift of life, or call 1-800-733-2767 or go online to redcrossblood.org.
CHS student wins national achievement scholarship

Claremont High School senior Jahnavi Curlin has been selected as an outstanding finalist in the National Achievement Scholarship Program and has been awarded a National Achievement Boule Foundation Scholarship. Jahnavi, who plans to study neuroscience, will receive $1000 for each year she attends college from the Sigma Pi Phi affiliated Boule Foundation, a fraternity of professionals from throughout the United States.
Sue Schenk given distinction by Congresswoman Chu

Claremont resident Susan Schenk was recently honored by Congresswoman Judy Chu as one of the 27th Congressional Districts outstanding women of distinction at a special ceremony last weekend. Ms. Schenk was among 15 women honored. A profile on Ms. Schenk will be included in a future edition of the COURIER.
CGU to review master plan

Claremont Graduate University will hold a second community meeting on Monday, April 15 to address the universitys proposed 20-year master plan. Everyone interested in learning about or commenting on the plan is invited to attend. The meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the multi-purpose room at the Robert E. Tranquada Student Services Center, 757 College Way. Refer to the Friday, April 5 edition of the COURIER for more information.
Local excels as a Marine

Matthew Warren Nutt, CHS class of 2012, graduated from Marine Recruit Depot, San Diego and, most recently, the School of Infantry from Camp Pendleton. Mr. Nutt is currently stationed at Camp Pendleton in the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regimen. He is currently
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High school students learn the past to help their future
ive Claremont High School students recently got a living lesson in history when they traveled to the Pilgrim Place senior community to interview veterans about their experiences.
The teenshailing from Lisa Kings CAHSEE English class for students who have not yet passed the high school exit exam and may need extra support in writingwere paired up with members of the Peace Vigil Committee of Pilgrim Place. These local peace activists have gathered on the corner of Indian Hill and Arrow each Friday for 12 years, signs in hand, calling for the end of US conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan and advocating for non-violent resolution. The youths arrived at Pilgrim Place at 11:30 a.m., where they met with World War II veterans Ben Bennedsen and Jim Lamb, Korean War veterans Rupert Nelson and Bob Smith and Vietnam veteran Dan Keenan. The students, armed with a list of questions the class had brainstormed, then proceeded to learn about the veterans lives, with a focus on their time in the military. COURIER photos/Steven Felschundneff The students-turned-journalists also tried CHS students Christian Tanori and Jessica Perry interview World War II veteran Ben Bennedsen during a field trip to Pilgrim their hand at photography, snapping pictures Place. The students will write essays about the veterans war experiences as part of their California Exit Exam English class. of their interviewees. was a seamstress. Some of the students questions were She had 5 children, so she was awfully pointed. busy. Dont have 5 kids: its too many, he How did you feel knowing you might have laughed. to kill someone? Martin Clark asked Jim He began his education in a one-room Lamb, who served in World War II for a year. schoolhouse and then went on to attend the After I was in the service, I realized I could University of Sioux Falls before being drafted not kill another person, he said. Youre ask- in 1952 at age 21 to serve in the Korean War. ing a very big question. There are lots of men Later, he was a mechanic in a maintenance and women in mental hospitals right now be- division. For this very skilled position, he was cause of having to answer that question by sent to an armored school in Detroit, then to killing someone. the Chrysler Tank Arsenal where he helped asFor Christian Tanori, learning about Korean semble tanks and, finally, to General Motors War veteran Bob Smiths post-military life was to bone up on hydromatic transmissions. as fascinating as his war memories. Mr. Smith While many soldiers were killed in the batshared that, along with 24 years teaching in the talion they were following, there were no faCongo, his travels have included 9 countries talities in his maintenance division. That good in Europe and 5 countries in Asia. fortune did not stop Mr. Rupert from seeing Mine used to travel to tons of places. Okla- firsthand the ravages of war. homa is the farthest Ive gone, Christian reWars are different, he said. Some just lated during a lunch break in which the kind of get foisted on you. The worst thing is students joined a roomful of Pilgrims in the that its the civilians who get hurt the worst. Abernathy dining room. This was certainly true in Korea, he conIts said that everyone has a story, and the tinued. The winters are extremely cold and students visit provided them with the chance there were lots of refugees, lots of kids begto hear some of the more interesting tales ging for food. Many, many children died. around. Mr. Bennedsen, who got caught up Later in the school year, the students will atin the draft at age 19, talked about his time in tend a ceremony in which they present a World War II, serving in the 14th Armored Di- framed mementoeach veterans story acvision in France. He noted that his division companied by a photographto each of their came to be nicknamed the Liberators. This is new friends. because, after landing in Marseille in southern Ms. King said that this kind of activity France on October 29, 1944, they freed many teaches a student much more than just another prisoners of war on their march eastward today in the classroom. ward Austria, including Mr. Bennedsens I feel that it works on their active listening brother-in-law. skills in general as well as in note-taking, Ms. After warning the teens that he was hard of King said. Lots of kids struggle not because hearing, Rupert Nelsona Mt. San Antonio of a lack of skills but because they dont feel a Gardens residentshared some history. His connection between whats happening in the life story, Like the Rings of a Tree, is notably classroom and the world outside of school. CHS student Martin Clark available as an eBook on Amazon.com. This is a reward for them, so they can see that begins his interview with vetMr. Nelson started off as a Danish-speaking writing can be a blessing and a gift. eran Jim Lamb under a tree Sarah Torribio farm boy growing up in the Midwest. His farecently at Pilgrim Place. storribio@claremont-courier.com ther was a rural milk carrier and his mother
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CHS squeaks by a wild game with 12-11 win
olfpack baseball took on topranked South Hills in a midseason Sierra League encounter on Tuesday afternoon. A late rally by the Huskies failed to tip the scales in their favor, after both teams struggled to get hitters out. The Pack withstood a 3-run 7th inning by the Dawgs and closed it out for the 12-11 victory. Claremont is now tied for first place in league with South Hills.
Claremont came into the game on the back of a 3game winning streak, although the Pack lost to San Juan Hills by one run on Saturday. South Hills also won their last 3 Sierra League games, and have had no trouble manufacturing runs this season. Coach Geoff Ranney noted the strength of South Hills coming into the game. They are always tough. South Hills won league last year, Coach Ranney said. I had to get the guys ready to go, and to ignore the hype about the other team. The game exploded in the bottom of the second inning, when Claremont put up 5 runs. South Hills responded with 5 of their own in the next frame. Coach Ranney commented on the topsy-turvy nature of the game. Although this game was exciting for people to watch, I hope they are not all like this. It was a real back-and-forth affair. I kept our pitcher in the game because I knew he had the mental strength to calm down and play like I know he can, he said. South Hills changed pitchers after the second inning. Trailing 6-5 in the bottom of the third inning, second baseman Jeremy Giles knocked in the tying run with a base hit to left. Shortstop Nick Costello then smacked another single up the middle with runners on second and third to make the score 8-6. The Huskies again went to their bullpen for rightie Anthony Fickwirth. Sophomore southpaw Tyler Witt settled into the game after seeing his team take the lead for the second time. Witt threw a scoreless fourth frame for the Wolfpack, and then saw his team tack on 2 more runs. After a scoreless fifth inning during which both Witt and Fickwith tossed 1-2-3 frames, South Hills bounced back. With 2 out and one on, Huskies catcher Clayton Pearson singled to left. Witt then walked center fielder Niko Contreras to load the bases, and shortstop Gabriel Chavez cracked it out to right field to bring home 2 runs. Claremont regained their 4 run lead when Matt Rhinehart singled with one out, then Fickwirth walked 2 and hit one batter to bring Rhinehart home. A wild pitch then scored Giles to make the score 128. South Hills gave Claremont a scare in the top of the final frame. David Valdivia took the mound for the Pack in the seventh. With 2 out and a runner on third, the Dawgs Daniel Ramos picked up an RBI with a single. With 2 runners on base, Valdivia got South Hills Pearson down to his last strike. Pearson went the other way with the outside fastball, blooping it out to right to bring home 2 more runs. With fans hearts in their throats, Valdivia finally got the third out to end the ballgame. It was a real testament to the guys that they kept their composure against this team, Coach Ranney added. I will stay with the hot hands in pitching and hitting when we take the field against South Hills tomorrow. They will be expecting to exact revenge, so we have to play our game and not get caught up in it all. We have 9 games left in the season to keep ourselves top of the division. Chris Oakley
COURIER photos/Steven Felschundneff South Hills High Schools Robert Martinez slides into home under the tag of Claremont catcher Brandon Ziska on Tuesday during their Sierra League conference game at CHS. The teams scored a combined 23 runs during the late afternoon game but Claremont came out on top 12-11.
CHS shortstop Nick Costello and first baseman Matt Donley have South Hills Adam Goss caught in a rundown early during their conference game Tuesday afternoon in Claremont. The game was a hitters delight and the Wolfpack came out narrowly on top 12-11.
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BOYS VOLLEYBALL Heading into their mid-season break, the Wolfpack are still undefeated in the Pacific League after 2 more easy wins. Claremont boys volleyball swept both Hoover and Burbank to stay atop the division, and currently rank sixth in all of Division II. Stephen Zetterberg had over 30 kills in the 2 games, while Lane Giammalva contributed 21 assists last week. Eron Bechor leads the team in digs as Claremonts libero. The Pack will be in action again next week when they travel to Glendale on Wednesday, April17 at 3:30 p.m. TRACK AND FIELD Wolfpack boys and girls track competed in different events last week. Girls track went to the Arcadia Invitational on Friday and Saturday, with Brittany Brown taking third in the 100-meter dash. The Packs 4x800 relay team finished 10th out of 24, and 4x1600 team finished 11th out of 27 teams. The Claremont boys went to the South Pasadena Tiger Invite. Top performances there included Adam Johnson and Dylan Powers finishing third and fourth in their respective heats, and Jimmy Baeskens finishing
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COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff Claremont third baseman Josh Chua tags out South Hills Antonio out during the third inning of their conference game on Tuesday in Claremont. CHS and South Hills are currently tied for first place in the Sierra League.
first in the 3200-meter run. Claremont races against on Tuesday, April 16 at 3:15 p.m. at Damien. Chris Oakley
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Bring your dancing shoes to the annual Taste of Claremont
ttendees of the Rotary Club of Claremonts 14th annual Taste of Claremont will get an extra hour to kick up their heels next Saturday, April 20, at the Claremont University Consortium from 5 to 9 p.m.
Event Chair Tim Harrison and Rotary volunteers have extended the event this year to let revelers dance and dine to their hearts content. Last year, it closed at 8 p.m. and we felt like we were kicking people off the dance floor, Mr. Harrison explained. And the dance floor will be bigger this year, so people can do a little more dancing. Two bands will perform, Remember Then and The 11th Hour, as guests mingle while enjoying samplings from local favorites Eureka, Tutti Mangia and Casa de Salsa, among others. A complete list of participants is listed below. Guests will enjoy beer from Claremont Craft Ales, Dale Bros. and Hangar 24 along with wine from the Packing House Wine Merchants and Plume Ridge Bottle Shop. Guests must be 21 to attend. The annual event is the result of a partnership between the Rotary Club of Claremont and the community in an effort to support humanitarian projects locally and around the world. Proceeds from this years Taste of Claremont will be used to support local programs such as CLASP, Bikes for Kids and Inland Valley Hope Partners, and to provide community college students scholarships. International projects include the eradication of polio, providing safe water to impoverished
countries and advancing the education of women in impoverished countries. This year, 35 vendors will be on hand to provide samples of food and drinks. A raffle and a number of art items by local artists will be auctioned and on display to support Rotary and its programs. We have a diamond pendant donated by Ben Bridge Jewelry valued at $1950 this year, Mr. Harrison said. They donate something very nice every year. My wife won the earrings a few years ago and they are beautiful. But then again, she put all her raffle tickets on it. Rotary of Claremont sold over 600 tickets last year, raising close to $35,000 to go back to the community. The addition of an art auction and live bands last year as well as the move from Taylor Hall to the Claremont University Consortium buildinggreatly improved the event, according to Mr. Harrison. I have to give a big thank you to the restaurants who donate their food, wine and beer, Mr. Harrison said. And to all the Rotary people who work so hard for free so all the funds go back to the projects in Claremont. Tickets, which are currently on sale, cost $65 before the event or $75 at the door and are available at Wolfes Market, Xerxes, Susa and Wheeler Steffen Sothebys International Realty. To purchase tickets online or for more information, visit www.TasteofClaremont.org. A full list of participating restaurants and food vendors can be seen on page 39 of this edition of the COURIER or by visiting the Taste of Claremont website.
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the fossil preparation laboratory. Attend talks on the latest in paleontological research, participate in craft activities and make a footprint replica. 1 to 4 p.m. One-day special admission price of $3. All activities are included and children under the age of 4 attend for free. Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology, 1175 W. Base Line Rd., Claremont. 624-2798 or www.alfmuseum.org. AUTHOR TALK Noted prison expert and author David Werner, a professor at University of La Verne, will speak at the annual dinner hosted by Pax Christi of the Pomona Valley and the Peace with Justice Center. His topic will be PrisonAccident, Success or Failure? The event will be held at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 435 Berkeley Ave., as the second in a series on restorative justice that began with a talk by Fr. Greg Boyle, S.J. Tickets are $25 general admission and $15 for students (vegetarian options available). Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. For reservations, contact Nick Parra at 455-8293, or Connie Weir at 596-4460. SOLITARY CONFINEMENT Stop the Torture, a symposium on solitary confinement in California hosted by the Scripps College Core program. From 1 to 4:30 p.m. presen-
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tations will be given by legal and other experts and family members of prisoners in solitary. At 7 p.m., a film screening of Hermans House will be shown with an appearance by the director. Scripps Colleges Humanities Auditorium, located at 1030 Columbia Ave., Claremont. Free and open to the public. 607-8018. A NIGHT IN THE 60s Visit The Colony at Loft 204 gallery and boutique for an evening in the 1960s. Dress in 60s cocktail attire, pose for pictures with RD Foto Studio, do the twist to oldies classics and eat tapas from Euro Caf. A display from Claremont Heritage president John Neiuber will be on exhibit featuring mid-century modern martini shakers and glasses. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. $12 in advance or $15 at the door. The Colony at Loft 204, 532 W. First St. #204, Claremont Packing House.
April Friday
LECTURE Geographer Tad Mutersbaugh of the University of Kentucky will look at the practices of organic and fairtrade coffee production in Oaxacan indigenous villages in a lecture titled Certified Lives: Producing Transparency in Fair-Trade Organic Coffee. Noon. Pomona Colleges Oldenborg Dining Hall, located at 350 N. College Way, Claremont. For more information, email tammi.rendon@pomona.edu. LECTURE The European Union Center at Scripps College presents speaker Lionel Jospin, former French prime minister. He will discuss Europe: A Continent in Decline or a Model for the Future? 3:45 p.m. Balch Auditorium, 1030 Columbia Ave., Claremont. ARTOON The newest Claremont Museum of Art arts education project has given voice to a generation of middle school students through the art of cartooning. Over 40 El Roble Intermediate School students participated in a series of ARToon after-school classes. Now all of the ARToonistas original car-
toons will be printed onto vinyl and installed on the 8-foot by 24-foot art wall located on the east entrance patio adjacent to the Packing House. Join the student artists, their parents, El Roble faculty and the Claremont community as they celebrate the unveiling of the ARToon student cartoons on the art wall. 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. The art wall exhibition will remain in place through August. Claremont Packing House patio, located at 532 W. First St., Claremont.
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Lady of the Assumption (OLA), located at 435 Berkeley Ave., Claremont. Handmade jewelry, scarves, baskets, condiments and decorative household items, along with Fair Trade coffee and chocolate will be offered. Items are supplied by Catholic Relief Services, an international nonprofit agency that promotes human dignity in the workplace and assists the worlds poor in becoming self-sufficient. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 626-3596 or visit www.olaclaremont.org. LIVE JAZZ performance by Zzaj on the Blue Fin patio at 2 p.m. 665 E. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. 946-1398.
Pitzer Colleges Benson Hall, 1050 N. Mills Ave., Claremont. SHAKESPEARE READERS of Pomona Valley will read The Comedy of Errors from 6 to 9 p.m. at Casa de Salsa, located at 415 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. 625-4154.
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LECTURE The US Pivot to Asia: Where Does that Leave Europe? Karel Kovanda, former Czech ambassador to the United Nations and former deputydirector general for foreign relations at the European Commission, will discuss the pivot of US policy towards Asia, the implications for Europe and the state of relations between the United States and Europe. Noon. Pomona Colleges Oldenborg Dining Hall, 350 N. College Way, Clarmeont. For more information, email tammi.rendon@pomona.edu. FILM SCREENING of Occupy Love, a new feature-length documentary about the global Occupy movement. A question and answer session will follow the screening. 4 to 6 p.m. Free admission.
SENIOR EXCURSION Enjoy the day in Pasadena with guide, John Daugherty. The trip will include stops at the Tournament House (formerly Wrigley Mansion) and Gardens, a drive through the Greene and Old Town neighborhoods and a docent-led tour of the Gamble House, a National Historic Landmark. Lunch at the Tam OShanter Restaurant is included. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $69 and must be purchased in advance. For more information, please call the Joslyn Center at 399-5488. CALIFORNIA LIVING Denise Spooner, lecturer in the Cal State University system and former executive director of the Historical Society of Southern California, will discuss A Golden State for All? She will cover topics including health, education and living standards among the diverse residents of California. A buffet lunch is available at 11:30 a.m. for $12. Dessert and coffee is available for $5. The University Club meets each Tuesday in the Hughes Community Center, 1700 Danbury Rd., Claremont. LECTURE Keeping the Immigrant Bargain: The Costs and Rewards of Success in America. Harvard Univer-
sity professor of education Vivian Louie will discuss the lives of 37 foreign-born Dominican and Colombian parents and their 76 young adult offspringthe majority of whom were enrolled in or had graduated from college. While not all immigrants achieve such rapid success, her study shows how powerful the combination of self-motivation, engaged families and strong institutional support can be. Noon. Pomona Colleges Oldenborg Dining Hall, 350 N. College Way, Claremont. For more information, email tammi.rendon@pomona.edu. FILM SCREENING of Occupy Love, a new feature-length documentary about the global Occupy movement. A question and answer session will follow the screening. 7 to 9 p.m. Free admission. Pilgrim Places Decker Hall, located at 625 Mayflower Road, Claremont. TIPS & TRICKS A panel will be held on the topic of tablets with Lloyd Gastineau and Sandy Skipper, Tom Deno, Barbara Marino, Don Brown and Al Leiga. Hosted by the Claremont Senior Computer Club. 7:30 p.m. Hughes Community Center, 1700 Danbury Rd., Claremont. 399-5488. LECTURE Gospel Music in Global Contexts: Tropes of Continuity and Disjuncture, part of the Humanities Institutes spring series. 7:30 p.m. Scripps College Performing Arts Centers Garrison Theater, 231 E. Tenth St., Claremont.
the global occupy movement. A question and answer session will follow the screening. 7 to 9 p.m. Free admission. Claremont Forum Bookstore, 586 W. First St., Claremont. MICRONESIA Pilgrim Place resident Elden Buck spend his career as a missionary in the region of Micronesia and will discuss his experiences at 7 p.m. Pilgrim Places Napier Center, 625 Mayflower Rd., Claremont. 399-5573.
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ART AS PUBLIC EXPERIENCE Historian Casey Blake of Columbia University will explore the art of Allan Kaprow and Siah Armajani, 2 artists working within the American pragmatist tradition. 4:15 p.m. Pomona Colleges Lebus Court 113, located at 145 E. Bonita Ave., Claremont. KINGSLEY & KATE TUFTS Poetry awards ceremony and poetry reading. 5 p.m. Claremont Graduate Universitys Garrison Theater, 231 E. Tenth St., Claremont. 621-8974 or tufts@cgu.edu. HEALTH CARE UPDATE League of Women Voters discussion will focus on updated information on health care and the implementation of the Affordable Care Act. LWV co-president Sally Seven will present. 9:30 a.m. at Mt. San Antonio Gardens, Bldg. D and again at 7 p.m. at 845 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont. The public is invited. Contact the LWV office at 624-9457.
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SPRING BOOK SALE 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20. Hosted by Friends of the Claremont Library. Claremont Library, 208 N. Harvard Ave., Claremont.
April Saturday
CLAREMONT EARTH DAY CELEBRATION Reducing our carbon footprint: one step at a time. The event features bike rodeo and skills contests, tile making, kids activities, live music, solar boats, Pomona college sustainability tour, green products and workshops, speakers tent, used shoe donation, whole earth building tour and green demonstrations by local schools. This event is presented by the city of Claremont, Sustainable Claremont and
the Interfaith Sustainability Council. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Claremont Village along Second Street, between the Public Plaza in Village West and City Hall. GRAND OPENING Whole Earth Building, the new home of Uncommon Good. The building was constructed by hand, using on-site earth for 90 percent of the building materials. The Claremont United Methodist Church and the Claremont School of Theology have shared their land to make this building possible. Special guest speaker Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farm Workers with Cesar Chavez. 10 a.m. 211 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. Visit www.uncommongood.org. CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS Pilgrim Place and the Petterson Museum of Intercultural Art feature a day of culture, practices and arts of Micronesia and Polynesia. Festivities include a performance by the Halau Na Pua Lehua I Ka Ua Noe Dance Troupe. Food will be provided by L&L Barbeque. The Petterson Museum will be open with a display of art and cultural
artifacts from this fascinating part of the world. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pilgrim Places Petterson Museum, 730 Plymouth Rd., Claremont. 399-5573. EARTH DAY AT THE COLONY Celebrate Earth Day in a creative way. Participate in an ecology workshop for kids and their families. Author Penelope Torribio will give a reading from her childrens books and lead a bug-themed craft at noon. Claremont COURIER writer Sarah Torribio will host a free poetry writing class focusing on Earth Day themes at 1 p.m. Dominic Masiello, seen on HGTV, will host a free workshop on the topic of sustainable landscaping and drought-resistant plants at 2 p.m. Meet a real archeologistSydni Kitchel will discuss California archaeology and medicinal plants used by regional Native Americans at 3 p.m. Enjoy artwork on display by Sumi Foley, who transforms abandoned kimonos into recycled fabric art. Ms. Foley learned her needlework techniques from her grandmother in Japan in the 1960s. Light refreshments will be served throughout the day. The
Colony at Loft 204, 532 W. First St. #204, Claremont Packing House. MURAL UNVEILING Keck Graduate Institute presents The History of Pharmacy mural by Paul Coates and Diane Divelbess, 2 well-known Claremont artists during the golden age of southern California murals and mosaics. The 8-foot by 48-foot mural welcomed customers to the historic Hendricks Pharmacy for decades. On permanent loan from Claremont Heritage, the mural has been newly restored. Meet KGI School of BioPharmacys Founding Dean Dr. Kathy Webster and enjoy a reception in the Founders Room. 2 to 5 p.m. Keck Graduate Institute, 535 Watson Dr., Building 517, Claremont. 607-0179. A TASTE OF CLAREMONT hosted by Claremont Rotary and featuring local restaurants, wineries, breweries, live music, raffles and an art auction. Must be 21 or older to attend. 5 to 9 p.m. Claremont University Consortium, 101 N. Mills Ave., Claremont. Call 4477717 or visit www.tasteofclaremont.org.
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CASA DE SALSA: 415 W. Foothill Blvd. This is a restaurant that offers weekly live entertainment. 445-1200. Thursday: Michael Ryan and Friends. 6 to 9 p.m. Friday through Sunday: Romantic guitarist Vicente Victoria. 5 p.m. to closing. Sunday: Mariachi San Pedro. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ESPIAUS RESTAURANTE Y CANTINA: 109 Yale Ave., Claremont. Cantina remains open until flow of customers slows down. 621-1818. EUREKA! GOURMET BURGERS & CRAFT BEER: 580 W. First St., Claremont. Open daily from 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday through Thursday and closes at 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Hoppy Hour daily from 2 to 6 p.m. 445-8875. Mondays: Local Mondays featuring $3 Dale Bros. Brewery pints. Tuesdays: 50 percent off all wines by the glass. Wednesdays: Steal-the-Glass craft beer of the week. Meet the brewer first Wednesday of every month. Thursday, April 18: All Titos Vodka drinks $2 off and Eureka! Thursday Night Music featuring The Black Tongued Bells. THE FOLK MUSIC CENTER: 220 Yale Ave., Claremont Village. Open Mic night, the last Sunday of every month. Sign-up begins at 6 p.m.; performances run from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Admission is $1. Info: 624-2928 or www.folkmusiccenter.com. Saturday, April 20: The Dustbowl Revival is a Venice, California-based roots collective that merges old school bluegrass, gospel, jug band, swamp blues and hot swing of the 1930s. Performance at 7:30 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m. $10. FLAPPERS COMEDY: 540 W. First St., Claremont Packing House. 18+. Show times: Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. April 12 and 13: Justin Worsham has been described as, the voice that lives in every mans head, and the nicest, funniest guy around. Justin entertains audiences of all ages and sizes with his clean, energetic and improvisational comedic style. FOX THEATER POMONA: 301 S. Garey Ave., Pomona. www.foxpomona.com. Friday, April 19: Bullet for My Valentine. Thursday, April 25: Crystal Castles. HIP KITTY JAZZ & FONDUE: 502 W. First St., Claremont Packing House. Tuesday through Sunday, 5:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Live jazz every night. Admission: 2-drink minimum. Info: 447-6700 or www.hipkittyjazz.com. Friday, April 12: Reno Jones (blues). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. Saturday, April 13: Nutty (swing/lounge). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. Sunday, April 14: Fortunate Few (blues/soul/ jazz). 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 16: Ladies Night (female DJs). 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 17: Open Jam Night with Menno & Friends. (jazz). 8 p.m. Thursday, April 18: The KM Trio (jazz) at 7 p.m. and Beat Cinema (DJ) at 10 p.m. Friday, April 19: Lil A and the Allnighters (blues). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. Saturday, April 20: Maureen and the Mercury 5 (swing/jump blues). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. HOTEL CASA 425: 425 W. First St., Claremont. Call 624-2272 or visit www.casa425.com. THE PRESS RESTAURANT: 129 Harvard Ave., Claremont Village. Thursday through Saturday until 2 a.m. Live DJ every Thursday at 11 p.m. 21+ after 9 p.m. Standing room only after 9:30 p.m. No cover. 625-4808. Friday, April 12: Mario Rojas & A Saturday Night Pink. 10 p.m. Saturday, April 13: Freakstar. 10 p.m. Tuesday, April 16: King Trivia Night. Answer trivia questions for a chance to win beer. 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 17: Half-off Wine Wednesday. 11 a.m. to closing.
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Thursday, April 18: Baldy Mountain Jazz Band (jazz). 8 p.m. Friday, April 19: Stanley T. & The Homewreckers (rock/soul/blues). 10 p.m. Saturday, April 20: Patrick Carrico Band (indie/rock/country). 10 p.m. PIANO PIANO: 555 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. Live dueling piano show times: Wednesday and Thursday, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 21+. $5 cover charge on Fridays and Saturdays after 8 p.m. (no cover charge with student ID). 547-4266. Tuesdays: Taco Tuesday with $1 tacos, $2 Coronas and $3 margaritas. Rock the mic or jam with the band.
Wednesdays: Rockstar Karaoke. Rock the mic or jam with the band. $2 Bud Lights and $4 Vodka Rockstars. 9 p.m. WALTERS RESTAURANT: 310 Yale Ave., Claremont. VIP and fire pit lounge open from 7 to 10 p.m. 767-2255. Fridays: Gypsy Kings-style Spanish guitar. Enjoy the authentic sounds of Kimera during your dinner/appetizers and drinks in the VIP lounge. 7 to 10 p.m. WINE MERCHANTS: Claremont Packing House, 540 W. First St., Claremont. 445-9463. Mondays call, Tuesday through Thursday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., Sunday: 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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GALLERY: 586 W. First St. in the Packing House. 12 to 7 p.m. 626-3066. Through April 30: Claremont High 57 UNDERGROUND: 300-C S. School presents Alternate Takes, an Thomas St., Pomona Arts Colony. Fri- International Baccalaureate visual arts day through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., and Advanced Placement photograsecond and last Saturdays, noon to 9 phy exhibit. p.m. 57 Underground features contem- THE COLONY AT LOFT 204: 532 porary works by member and guest W. First St., #204, Claremont Packing House. Open Monday through Saturday, artists. 397-0218. Through April 27: Two mid-career 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. www.loft204.com. women artists from the Inland Empire Saturday, April 12: MadMod Soare featured this month at 57 Under- cial. Indulge in an evening in the ground. Mary Hughes has exhibited all 1960s featuring oldies music plus retroover the region, establishing herself as inspired food and drink. Catering proa painter of darkened and elusive vided by Euro Caf. Dress in 60s dreamscapes, in which forms appear cocktail attireRD Foto Studio will be and disappear from behind seemingly on site for portraits. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. arbitrary and random patterns of paint, $12 in advance or $15 at the door. Tickand recognizable objects move from ets are only available at The Colony at background to foreground depending Loft 204. For more information, email on the viewers focus. Yi-li Chin Ward info@loft204.com. has had a career notable for her consis- Through, April 27: The Colony celtent and persistent interpretations of ebrates Earth Day this month, featuring the female form. Ms. Chins paintings Sumi Foley as artist of the month. Ms. are economical of line, and seem not at Foley uses discarded kimonos in her all that particular. Yet, if one spends fabric arts. See her hope for the future the time with them, one sees that they with her series of 3 pieces titled Naare very particular, and very specific ture Heals I, II and III. In conjunction about thought and emotion. Closing with The Colonys 1960s event on Satreception: Saturday, April 27 form 5 urday, April 13, John Neiuber is also featured with his collection of vintage to 9 p.m. AMOCA MUSEUM: 399 N. Garey martini shakers and glasses. The disAve., Pomona. 865-3146. Wednesday play includes items from the Neiuber through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. private collection (for display only). Mr. Neiuber will have a custom lamp www.amoca.org. 865-3146. Through May 5: Friendship Forged on display and for sale and his wife in Fire: British Ceramics in America, Karen will have 3D mosaic tiles on disfeaturing British pottery in a thematic play and for sale. Participants in The and chronological order, from the in- Colony this month include stained dustrial potteries of the Victorian era, to glass/mosaics by Jenifer Hall, waterthe Arts and Crafts movement, to the colors by Arwen Allen, acrylic painttraditionalist approach of Bernard ings by Vicki, limited edition prints by Leach and his followers. Modern ce- Melody Grace Cave, Dusty Road ramic artists will be represented by the collection photography by Barbara works of Lucie Rie, Hans Coper and Sammons, plus a boutique by Clare Ruth Duckworth. The largest segment Miranda and oddities by Sarah Toribof the exhibition will display contem- bio and friends. Show your COURIER porary innovations of post-modern supportClaremont COURIER hoodceramic art being created in Great ies, mugs and recent editions of the newspaper are available exclusively at Britain today. Saturday, April 13: Free Admission The Colony at Loft 204. Day sponsored by Southern California Saturday, April 13: Whats Your Type? From address poem to persona Edison. BUDDHAMOUSE EMPORIUM: poem, and from acrostic poem to the 134 Yale Ave., Claremont. Open daily villanelle: explore some of the many from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 626-3322. creativity-evoking poetic genres. Free Through April 30: Katie Selkes workshop. 1 to 2 p.m. Open forum Floating Scapes is a group of paint- from 2 to 3 p.m. ings created out of the artists concern Monday, April 15: Beginning belly about climate change and recent natural dance class with Adina Dane of Casablanca Bar & Grill. Learn basic disasters. CLAREMONT COMMUNITY upper and lower body isolations, footFOUNDATION ART GALLERY: work and important stretching tech205 Yale Ave., Claremont Chamber of niques. Wear comfortable clothes. Commerce. Monday through Friday, 9 Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. 7 to 8 p.m. $10. a.m. to 4 p.m. 398-1060. Through April 30: An exhibit of Tuesday, April 16: Workout belly paintings and drawings by Tom Skelly dance class with Jacki Torres of the will be on display for the month of Renaissance Pleasure Faire. Wear comApril. Mr. Skelly received his MFA fortable clothes. Bring a yoga mat and from Claremont Graduate University. water bottle. 7 to 8 p.m. $10. Upon graduating he began exhibiting Wednesday, April 17: Intermediate and teaching painting, drawing and de- belly dance class. Time to get technisign. He is a Claremont local who is ac- calwork on isolation drills and tive in the community and hosts a movement combinations while diving program on the Claremont radio station deeper into belly dance technique. KSPC 88.7FM. Opening reception: Wear comfortable clothes. Bring a yoga Friday, April 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. mat and water bottle. 7 to 8 p.m. $10. CLAREMONT FORUM dA CENTER FOR THE ARTS: 252
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S. Main St., Pomona Arts Colony. Wednesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., Thursday 12 to 9 p.m. 3979716. April 13 through 27: Trilateral ExchangeThe MFA Candidate Exchange. Opening reception: Saturday, April 13 from 6 to 10 p.m. Panel discussion: Saturday, April 27 from 5 to 6 p.m. moderated by curator Conchi Sanford. Participants include California State University San Bernardino, Claremont Graduate University and California State University Fullerton. FIRST STREET GALLERY ART CENTER: 250 W. First St., Suite 120, Claremont. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 626-5455. Through April 12: Found in Translation, an investigation into the role of technology as a catalyst for human connectivity featuring Charles Long. GALLERIA BERETICH: The home and studio of Barbara Beretich, 1034 Harvard Ave., Claremont. 624-0548. www.galleriaberetich.com. Open Sundays from noon to 3 p.m.: Visitors welcome anytime, appointments appreciated. Featuring California art, paintings and sculptures from local and national artists since 1976. GALLERY SOHO: 300-A S. Thomas St., basement level, Pomona Arts Colony. Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Through April 28: 32nd Annual Open Juried Show. Opening reception: Saturday, April 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. Awards reception: Sunday, April 28 from 2 to 4 p.m. GINGER ELLIOTT EXHIBITION CENTER: 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont. Garner House. Claremont Heritage, 621-0848. May 3 through 5 and May 8 through 12: Insights and Outsights: The Collages and Cartoons of Paul Darrow. The Claremont Museum of Art salutes Claremont cartoonist Paul Darrow with an exhibition of original sketches and recent work in mixed media. Darrows cartoons have amused Claremont COURIER readers for nearly 60 years. Today, the 91year-old continues to draw, paint and collage at his home in Laguna Beach. Paul Darrow came to Claremont to study art at Claremont Graduate School after serving in WWII. He began submitting cartoons to the Claremont COURIER when Martin Weinberger purchased the paper in 1954 and soon created a devoted fan base in the community. Mr. Darrow has created thousands of cartoons representing his interpretation of the social and political atmosphere of the time. He was professor of art at Scripps College from 1954 to 1992 and taught courses in drawing, filmmaking, printmaking and mixed media. Noon to 5 p.m. Opening reception: Friday, May 3 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. IRENE CARISON GALLERY: The University of La Verne, Miller Hall, 1950 Third St., La Verne. 5933511 ext. 4281. April 15 through May 24: Geolocation: Desertscapes by Nate Larson
and Marni Shindelman. Opening reception: Thursday, April 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. LATINO ART MUSEUM: 281 S. Thomas St. Suite 105, Pomona. www.lamoa.net. 620-6009 or 484-2618. Through April 27: Solo exhibit featuring Oscar Londoo. Opening reception: Saturday, April 13 from 4 to 9 p.m. MAIN STREET GALLERY: 252C S. Main St., Pomona. 868-2979. Through May 30: Blissed! oil paintings by Ken Sheffer and woodworking by Dave Holzberger. Opening reception: Saturday, April 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. MALOOF FOUNDATION FOR ARTS & CRAFTS: 5131 Carnelian St., Alta Loma. 980-0412, info@mal ooffoundation.org or www.maloof foundation.org. Tours: Docent-led tours are offered on Thursdays and Saturdays at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. and feature Sam Maloofs handmade home, furniture and the extensive Maloof collection of arts and crafts. Due to limited capacity, advance reservations are strongly recommended for all tours. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for students. The Discovery Garden is open to visitors on Thursdays and Saturdays between noon and 4 p.m. at no charge. Check in at the Foundation Bookstore. The garden features drought-tolerant plants native to California and other parts of the world. May 30 through October 27: With Strings Attached: Art in the Craft of Sound. There are nearly 40 musical instruments in the exhibition, representing a broad cross-section of cultures and traditions. The performances give us an opportunity to bring to life for audiences a number of the instruments, some of which are not often heard. PEGGY PHELPS & EAST GALLERY: Claremont Graduate University, 251 E. Tenth St., Claremont. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 621-8071. Through April 12: Between You and Me Elisabeth Joungs MFA thesis exhibition. Peggy Phelps Gallery. Through April 12: Wayward featuring Jacob Fowler and Nicole James. PERMADIRTY PROJECT SPACE: 532 W. First St., Unit 219, Claremont. Open Thursday through Sunday. For more information email itspermadirty@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/permadirty. Through May 3: Intertwine Originals, an exhibition celebrating 7 emerging artists who got their start in the Inland Empire and Chaffey College community. The artists exhibiting are some of the original resident artists of PermaDirty Project Space and intertwined in many different ways with each other and PermaDirty since it opened one year ago. Wednesdays: Meditation group with Johnathan Thomas. 7 to 8 p.m. $5. RSVP to www.whole-person-healing.com.
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Thursdays in April: Autism interaction workshop in collaboration with Empower Autism Now, Autism Spectrum Integrated Services and Inclusion Films. This program is for adults on the autism spectrum. Participants will learn to develop confidence and self-awareness. Students use movement to learn about the power of body language and what that tells others about us in day-to-day life. Workshops are held on Thursdays in April from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Neurotypical adult volunteers are requested to interact socially with workshop participants so they may practice the skills learned in the workshop in the context of a social setting. Send inquiries about becoming a workshop participant or volunteer by contacting Arman Khodaei at arman@armankhodaei.com or Natalia Hawe at itspermadirty@gmail.com. Saturdays: Saturday Morning Cartoons, cartooning workshop led by resident artist Jimmy Purcell. Learn tips and tricks of cartooning while we watching cartoons. A donation is requested; bring your own supplies. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays: Life drawing workshop with resident artist Quinn Salazar. Three hours of uninstructed drawing and painting of a nude model. Bring your own supplies to work with; seating will be provided. 3 to 6 p.m. $10. RSVP required: 618-4395. PETTERSON MUSEUM OF INTERCULTURAL ART: 730 Plymouth Road, Pilgrim Place. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 2 to 4 p.m. Contains collections of international fine art, folk art and material culture from 10,000 B.C. to the present, contributed by Pilgrim Place residents and community friends, covering every continent. 399-5544. April 20 through July 28: Celebrating the Arts of Polynesia and Micronesia. Opening reception: Saturday, April 20. Enjoy an all-day event featuring music, dance, food and crafts from the region. POMONA COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: 330 N. College Ave. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 12 to 5 p.m. Art After Hours on Thursday, 5 to 11 p.m. Admission info: 621-8283 or www.pomona.edu/museum. Through April 14: Nuance of Sky: Edgar Heap of Birds Invites Spirit Objects to Join His Art Practice unites the work of Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds with historic American art works from the collection of the Pomona College Museum of Art. Through April 14: Project Series 45 Kirsten Everberg: In a Grove consists of a new suite of 4 paintings and 4 drawings based on Akira Kurosawas film Rashomon (1950). Through April 14: Art and Activism in the US: Selections from the Permanent Collection showcases American artists of the 20th and 21st cen-
turies who have made their art work an integral part of their political activism. RANCHO SANTA ANA BOTANIC GARDEN: 1500 N. College Ave., Claremont. The gallery is open Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Admission to the garden is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors (65+) and students with valid ID, $4 for children 3 to 12, no charge for children under 3 and members. 625-8767 or www.rsabg.org. April 15 through 19: California Native Plant Week Sunset Walks. 5 to 6 p.m. Guided walking tours conclude with a view of the sunset. Free with garden admission or membership. Through June 9: Where They Grow Wild, an exclusive display of original artworks from Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Gardens archival collections, complementing the When they were Wild collaborative exhibition with the Huntington and the Theodore Payne Foundation. SQUARE i GALLERY: 110 Harvard Ave., Claremont. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or by appointment. Square i is an annex of the Artist Trait Gallery. Exhibits rotate approximately every 6 weeks. Call 621-9091 or e-mail info@squareigallery.com. Through April 30: This months featured artist is Steve Comba exhibiting Small Worlds. His journey as a painter, ranged form abstracted minimalist explorations of the object as primary structure, with only those essential elements such as color and scale as the key communicator of meaning to tell stories through recognizable images.
Jenelle Rensch covers the calendar, arts and entertainment. Deadline: Thursday at 5 p.m., one week before publication. Include date, time, address, a contact phone number and fee for admission (if applicable). Email: calendar@claremont-courier.com. Phone: 621-4761. Fax: 6214072. Address: 1420 N. Claremont Blvd., Suite 205-B, Claremont, 91711. There is NO guarantee that items submitted will be published.
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LAEMMLES CLAREMONT 5 THEATRE: 450 W. Second St., Claremont. 621-5500 or visit www.laemmle.com for movie listings. General admission $11; students with ID $8.50; children under 12 $8; seniors 62+ $8; bargain price $8 on Monday through Friday for all shows prior to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Sunday and holidays prior to 2 p.m. Now playing: From Up on Poppy Hill [PG], Admission [PG13], Renoir [R], Spring Breakers [R], No [R], Starbuck [R], On the Road [R]. Sunday, April 14 at 10 a.m. and Tuesday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m.: Engene Onegin from the Royal Opera House [NR]. Sunday, April 21 at 10 a.m. and Tuesday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m.: Bolshoi Ballet presents Esmeralda [NR].
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COURIER photo/Jenelle Rensch Aerial instructor Nichoel Ann performs Friday during Cabaret Aerial Circus at Pilates Studio M in the Claremont Packing House. Click the Claremont After Hours link on the lower left side at www.claremont-courier.com to read the story and see more photos.
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Across 1. Trigonometric function 6. Baby pen 10. Use a surgical beam 14. Science 15. Whopper 16. Machu Picchu builder 17. Purple flowering shrub 18. Having no known source 20. They come to story time at the Claremont library 22. It has a wick 23. Sign 24. Fiddle stick 25. Wright wing 26. Military assistants 31. Stall call 32. Big pooch 33. Coward of note 37. 60's hairdo 38. Worldly
40. Major or Minor in the sky? 41. Daddy-o 42. Notes after dos 43. Gather up 44. Relaxing bath feature 47. Mandela's org. 50. Northern diving bird 51. Start of a wonderful life? 52. Go back over 54. Claremont school that hosts the annual Whitehead International Film Festival 59. Dance 61. Ring activity 62. The Emerald Isle 63. ___frost 64. Prickly plant 65. Sci-Fi novel by Frank Herbert that was made into a movie 66. Contra 67. Perspicacity
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Down 1. Patriot rival 2. Miscellany 3. Auctioneer's last word 4. Gadzooks! 5. Tour de France competitor 6. Arthur ___; English science fiction writer 7. Hightails it 8. 1969 Peace Prize grp. 9. Empty words (alternative spelling) 10. Represent 11. Positive electrode 12. Oar 13. Supporter of the arts? 19. Squawk 21. Sign off 24. Farmyard noises 26. Right now 27. Dope 28. Hamlet 29. Amatory god 30. Catch 33. Desensitize 34. Kind of agreement 35. To be, in old Rome 36. Colleen 38. Uproar 39. Plumbing problem 43. Takes in 44. Scarf 45. Native of an Indian state 46. Arapaho foe 47. Moved in a curve 48. India's first P.M. 49. Connected links 53. Bad marks 54. All __ Jazz 55. Old stories 56. Norse god of war 57. Turns right 58. Time past 60. Opposing
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PERFORMING ARTS
ALLEN THEATRE: Pomona College, 300 E. Bonita Ave., Claremont. 607-4375. Through April 14: Krunk Fu Battle Battle directed by Joyce Lu. Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. BALCH AUDITORIUM: 1030 Columbia Ave., Claremont. 607-2671. Friday, April 12: Friday Noon Concert featuring Eric Lindholm and Genevieve Feiwen Lee. 12:15 p.m. Friday, April 19: Friday Noon Concert featuring Rachel V, Huang on violin and Hao Huang on piano. Beach, Sonata in A minor, Op. 43. 12:15 p.m. Friday, April 26: Friday Noon Concert featuring Gary Bovyer (clarinet) and Genevieve Feiwen Lee (piano). Music by Arnold, Benjamin and Vaughan Williams. 12:15 p.m. BRIDGES AUDITORIUM: 450 N. College Way, Pomona College. Box office hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 607-1139. Tickets may be purchased online at www.pomona.edu/bridges. Military discounts are available through box office for most shows. April 20 and 21: Inland Pacific Ballets Cinderella is an enchanting version of the classic story featuring music of the famous waltz king, Johann Strauss. $29 to $39 with discounts for seniors and children. Two performances on Saturday, April 20 at 1 and 7 p.m. and one performance on Sunday, April 21 at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 4 at 9 p.m. and Sunday, May 5 at 11 a.m.: The nationally recognized CCBDCs annual Spring performance Claremont Colleges Ballroom Dance Company Spring Concert. One of the largest shows of its kind in the country, showcasing over 100 dancers performing ballroom, Latin and social dancing styles. $20 general admission, $10 seniors/alumni/faculty/staff. For student or group pricing contact: leadership@claremontballroom.org. Saturday, May 11: Theater Experience of Southern California presents Annie. The performing group have been performing musicals since 1990, featuring an average cast of 150 actors for each show, professionally directed and supported by live musicians, musical directors and choreographers. The show is based on the popular Harold Gray comic strip Little Orphan Annie, with music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin and the book by Thomas Meehan. A spunky orphan girl finds a home with a New York millionaire during the Depression, but must dodge the clutches of her evil orphanage mistress. 2 p.m. Sunday, May 12: Emmy-nominated political comedian Bill Maher, called one of the establishments most entertaining critics by The New York Times, will perform at Pomona Colleges Bridges Auditorium presented by AEG LIVE. Mr. Maher, who has garnered 23 Emmy nominations over 18 years, is the host of HBOs television series Real Time, which features Mahers funny, sociopolitical commentary and
a roundtable of guests, including Arianna Huffington, Ben Affleck, Michael Moore and Robin Williams, among numerous others. He has described himself as a libertarian and as a progressive, as a sane person. Mahers 2008 film Religulous (directed by Larry David), a satirical skewer of organized religion, is the seventh highest grossing documentary of all time. He is formerly the host of the Comedy Central and ABC late night talk show Politically Incorrect. Maher has written 4 bestsellers, most recently The New New Rules: A Funny Look at How Everybody But Me Has Their Head Up Their Ass (2012), Does Anybody Have a Problem with That? Politically Incorrects Greatest Hits (2010) and New Rules: Polite Musings from a Timid Observer (2005). His most recent HBO stand-up special was Bill Maher: But Im Not Wrong (2010). Mr. Maher is a frequent commentator on CNN, MSNBC and HLN cable networks. Tickets cost $50.25 and $70.25, with additional online fees. Performance begins at 8 p.m. Tickets may be purchased by visiting www.pomona.edu/bridges or calling 607-1139. BRIDGES HALL OF MUSIC: Pomona College, 150 E. Fourth St., Claremont. 607-2671. Saturday, April 13: Reflections from the Piano featuring Barry Hannigan on piano. Music by Bonds, Burnson, Duckworth, Silverman and Schoenberg. 8 p.m. Sunday, April 14: Hidden Treasures for Cello and Piano with Gayle Blankenburg and Roger Lebow. Music of Faur, Saint-Sans Alves, Guix and Takemitsu. Free admission. 3 p.m. Friday, April 26 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, April 28 at 3 p.m.: Pomona College Choir and Orchestra conducted by Donna M. Di Grazia and Eric Lindholm. CANDLELIGHT PAVILION: 455 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening shows: dinner at 6 p.m., performance at 8:15 p.m.; Sunday evening shows: dinner at 5 p.m., performance at 7:15 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday matinees: lunch at 11 a.m., performance at 12:45 p.m. 626-1254, ext.1 or www.candlelightpavilion.com. April 17 through May 1: Cabaret, winner of 12 Tony Awards and 8 Academy Awards, this musical from the creators of Chicago and Kiss of the Spider Woman brings to life the dark decadence of 1930s Berlin, beckoning the audience into the Kit Kat Klub on the eve of Hitlers rise to power in Germany. No dinner is included, but beverages and desserts will be available for purchase. Doors for the evening performances open at 6:45 for a 7:30 performance. Doors for the matinee performance open at 1:45 for a 2:30 performance. Due to subject matter, recommended for mature audiences. April 12: Big Band Nights with the Citrus College Big Band featuring classic crooning to contemporary hits. Through May 5: Sweet Charity. Charity Hope Valentine, the girl who wanted to be loved, works at the seedy
Fandango ballroom. Charity finds it difficult to find the man of her dreams, but being the eternal optimist, she stays sweet and hopeful that someday her ideal man will materialize. Familiar songs include Big Spender, If My Friends Could See Me Now, Theres Gotta Be Something Better Than This, Im a Brass Band, Baby, Dream Your Dream, and Rhythm of Life. May 10 through June 16: The Full Monty, seeing how much their wives enjoy watching male strippers during their girls night out, unemployed steelworkers in Buffalo, New York come up with a bold way to make some quick cash. In the process they find renewed self-esteem, the importance of friendship and the ability to have fun. As the guys work through their fears, self-consciousness, feelings of worthlessness and anxieties, they come to discover that not only are they stronger as a group, but that the strength they find in each other gives them the individual courage to face their demons and overcome them. Due to subject matter, recommended for mature audiences. May 14 and 15: The Long Run: Experience the Eagles. Since their debut in 1999 The Long Run: Experience The Eagles has earned its place among the top-drawing tribute acts in North America and is widely regarded as one of the finest Eagles tribute shows in the world. Marked by lush vocal harmonies and exceptional musical accuracy every TLR performance delivers a reverence for the Eagles beloved studio recordings blended with The Long Runs own, live concert energy. Tickets are $20 each. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. with 7:30 p.m. curtain for this performance. No dinner is included, but beverages and desserts will be available for purchase. Monday, May 22: Jumping Jack Flash: Celebrating the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Rolling Stones. Jumping Jack Flash honors the privilege of re-creating a Rolling Stones live performance by delivering what audiences come to seethe theatrics and power of the Greatest Rock-n-Roll Band In The World in its prime, with you in the front row. Performing song selections from all periods of The Stones legendary career, you can depend on hearing the band perform the hits that you still sing along to. The greatest care has been given to the smallest details, to insure that song performance, wardrobe, instrumentation, etc., are spot-on re-creations of the real thing. Tickets are $20 each. Doors open at 6:45pm with 7:30pm curtain for this performance. No dinner is included, but beverages and desserts will be available for purchase. GARRISON THEATER: 231 E. Tenth St., Claremont. Scripps College Performing Arts Center. 607-2634 or visit www.scrippscollege.edu. Friday, April 12 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, April 13 at 2 and 8 p.m.: Scripps Dances, Scripps College Dance Departments annual spring concert of original dance works choreographed by students and faculty. $10 general admission or $5 for faculty, staff and seniors. Sunday, April 21: Bessie Bartlett
Frankel Chamber Music Festival with Lafayette Sting Quartet. The performance features Ann Elliott-Goldschmid (violin), Sharon Stanis (violin), Joanna Hood (violin) and Pamela Highbaugh Aloni (cello). Music by Rebecca Clarke, Fanny Mendelssohn, Berg and Mozart. 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27: 75th anniversary of the Barbershop Harmony Society Celebrate Harmony featuring Chapter Quartets. $12-$15, children 12 and under attend for free. For tickets call David Morketter, 981-2454 or email morketter@gmail.com. 2 and 7 p.m. HAUGH PERFORMING ARTS CENTER: 1000 W. Foothill Blvd., Glendora. Discounts available for students, seniors and youth. 626-963-9411 or www.haughpac.com. April 12 through 14: Legally Blonde: The Musical presented by Citrus Musical Theatre Workshop. $18 to $20. Saturday, April 20: TheatreWorks USA presents Skippyjon Jones, a little kitten with big ears and even bigger dreams. Sometimes he pretends to be a bird, sometimes he pretends to be a llama and sometimes he pretends to be a whale. And sometimes he thinks he is Skippito Friskito, the greatest Chihuahua sword fighter in old Mexico anything but a Siamese cat. Based on the book by Judy Schachner, Skippyjon Jones is an enchanting musical about unleashing your powerful imagination and following your dreams. $6. 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Sunday, April 28: The Lettermen. Twenty million records and several thousand concert shows ago, three young men in letter sweaters hit the music charts with their first single, The Way You Look Tonight. Hit after hit followed and their signature sound made romantic standards of songs such as When I Fall in Love, Theme From a Summer Place, Put Your Head on My Shoulder, and Hurt So Bad, as well as over 50 albums filled with special romantic Lettermen harmony. $28-$30. 2 p.m. LEWIS FAMILY PLAYHOUSE: 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. Call 477-2752 or visit www.lewisfamilyplayhouse.com. Through April 14: Mainstreet Theatre Company presents The Phantom Tollbooth. $14-$16. Saturday, April 27: Claddagh An Explosion of Celtic Dance & Passion $28-$35. Sunday, April 28: Bob & Bing The Road Back to Cucamonga! $18.50-$23. LYMAN HALL: Thatcher Music Building, 340 N. College Ave., Claremont. Monday, April 29: Pomona College Afro-Cuban Drumming Ensemble directed by Joe Addington. 8 p.m. SEAVER THEATRE COMPLEX: Pomona College, 300 E. Bonita Ave., Claremont. The box office is available Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and one hour prior to curtain times. Call 607-4375 or e-mail seaverboxoffice@pomona.edu. May 2 through 5: Pomona College Spring Dance Concert with artistic direction by Laurie Cameron. Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
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Owner ready to return restaurant to previous glory
hose still mourning the loss of Claremonts La Piccoletta, the beloved bite-sized ristorante nestled in an alley of the Claremont Village, can dry their tears. The doors have reopened, the pasta sauces are back and so is the woman preserving the restaurants famous saucey selections.
Karen Downtain has returned to the small alleyway eatery after leaving the establishment in 2011. She brings with her the cherished pasta sauce recipes passed down from generation to generation of restaurant owners. Claremonts oldest Italian restaurant remained in limbo for nearly half a year when Roger Llanes and Camryn Zelinger assumed ownership from Ms. Downtain, then closed last summer. Dust gathered on the well-loved kitchen as the restaurant and its ownership remained in question. With a sigh of relief from loyal customers, Ms. Downtain resumed ownership in October, returning to her calling as a restaurateur. And her first order of business was to return the establishment to its former glory. We have always said we dont consider ourselves the owners of La Piccoletta, but we consider ourselves the caretakers, Ms. Downtain said. La Piccoletta has a rich legacy and we are just fortunate to be among those to take care of it. Changing the institution is what nearly caused La Piccoletta to close its doors after 30 years.With the ownership change had come a change in menu, and the sauces customers had come to expect had been taken off the list. The patrons are the ones that own the restaurant. If you do something to change what the patrons have come to love about a restaurant for 30 years, itll cost you, Ms. Downtains husband Patrick noted. You can add to it, and we have done that with our specials...but boy do [the patrons] want their sauces. The first order of business was digging up the recipes for the 12 original sauces that rotate on La Piccolettas menu every week. The weeks sauce selections and specials are posted on the restaurants website. Ms. Downtain began by chance as the figurehead of the Little Place in the Alley in 2006, and by chance
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COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff Chef Israel Fernandez gets a customers order ready for server Julie Allen recently at La Piccoletta in the Claremont Village. The newly re-organized menu at the longtime restaurant includes many of the original recipes.
again she was given the opportunity to return. When chef Roger Llanes announced his decision to close up La Piccoletta, the Claremont resident figured she would sell the place to another interested bidder and effectively close the doors on her path as a restaurateur. The restaurant gods had a different plan. It just seemed like it was meant to be, Ms. Downtain said, adding her belief that it was serendipitous she had never closed out her bank account for the restaurant. Fate has always played a significant factor in Ms. Downtains life, particularly in her career in the restaurant business. Long before the Downtains became owners of La Piccoletta, they were regular patrons of the quaint Italian eatery, a favorite date-night spot and the place Ms. Downtains husband had his 25th birthday dinner. Her husband was at lunch with a fellow real estate associate in 2006 when she mentioned La Piccoletta was for sale. He called me right away, Ms. Downtain remembered.
Going into the restaurant business, and owning an Italian establishment in particular, was well-suited for Ms. Downtain. Her grandparents owned an Italian eatery throughout her childhood and most of her family dabbles in the industry, including several relatives who own restaurants throughout Spain. She first went into business with her sister-in-law, co-owning an establishment in Upland. Her sister-in-law ran a breakfast and lunch service in the morning called Mollys Souper. Ms. Downtain took over for dinner with Gracies, aptly named after the woman who gave Ms. Downtain her culinary spirit, her grandmother. Though she has been a jack-of-all-trades when it comes to her career choicesworking in real estate and at the local airporther passion always remained as a foodie. While she admits her gift was not in the kitchen,
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The dining room at La Piccoletta is small and very intimate, which makes for a pleasant dining experience but it fills up quickly, particularly on the weekend.
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COURIER photos/Steven Felschundneff Claremonts oldest Italian restaurant, La Piccoletta, is tucked away off of the alley that runs parallel to Yale Avenue and Indian Hill Boulevard just north of First Street in the Village. Its small size and hidden location add to the eaterys mystique. CLAREMONT MOM & POP continued from the previous page
Owner Karen Downtain first bought the restaurant in 2006 but sold it in 2011. She re-acquired the eatery in October and immediately brought back the original pasta sauce recipes.
she says her true joy lies in the front of the house, making her customers feel at home. It is hard not to become like family when stepping into the box-like room that is La Piccoletta. The space itself is openconcept, resembling a small basement in Italy with the chefs cooking just across from the tabletops. The intimate size is both the restaurants biggest challenge and its greatest strength. The worst thing about this restaurant is its so small. The best thing about this restaurant is its so small, Mr. Downtain laughed. Once you can overcome that challenge of only having 30 seats, its the best environment you can have. Karen is great at figuring it all out. Because of the small space, Ms. Downtain has had to get seating arrangements down to a science, fitting each party into the puzzle of the floor plan. Though it sometimes means sitting parties together family style among the tables, it all lends itself to the magic of La Piccoletta. Its not unlike crowding extra chairs for relatives and guests around the family dinner table, they say. The small space of La Pic lends itself to establishing an intimate and enjoyable experience, said Beth Hubbard, a regular who has been dining at La Piccoletta since the 1990s.
It isnt just the pasta sauces that are drawing the crowds back in, Ms. Hubbard insists: Karen and her staff embody a sense of community, and transform the evenings at La Piccoletta into time well spent with friends and good food, she said.Karen is a generous host and extends a warm welcome every time you walk through the door. Ms. Downtain doesnt mind the masses. In fact, she revels in the crowds as more seats at her own family dinner table become empty with her children away at school. To make up for the absence of her children, Ms. Downtain began hosting College Nights on Thursdays, offering a discounted meal to students, professors and administrators, with an added bonus of free dessert for those who bring a friend. The deal extends to all college students, professors and administrators, not just those in Claremont. She loves seeing familiar faces among the college crowd. One such face belongs to the first student she ever served at College Night, who has since earned his undergraduate degree but currently works as a basketball teacher at the colleges while he strives toward his masters degree. Ms. Downtain has several such stories of customers who keep coming back. A couple of students who used to frequent the restaurant returned last month to celebrate their engagement. They have since moved to Long Beach, but knew
they had to make the drive to celebrate the occasion. These people are like my family, Ms. Downtain said of her regulars. Returning to her La Piccoletta family has not only fed her culinary spirit and the regard she holds for her customers, it has brought her healing. Ms. Downtain initially made the choice to leave La Piccoletta behind to care for her father, who was suffering from Alzheimers. Though he has since passed, returning to her beloved restaurant and reuniting with her cohorts and regulars has helped rejuvenate her soul. She is pleased fate has given her a second chance to return and looks forward to what life has in store for her next. For now, she plans to continue channeling her grandmothers spirit. Im embracing Grace, Ms. Downtain smiled. Something keeps bringing me back, so Im going to keep at it. Until we find the next caretaker. La Piccoletta is located at 115 N. Indian Hill Blvd. or, as Ms. Downtain describes it, in the alleyway behind The Press and Some Crust Bakery in the Claremont Village. Doors open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to close or whenever the restaurant starts slowing down. For more information or to make a reservation, call 624-1373 or visit www.lapiccoletta.com. Beth Hartnett
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Claremont Forum takes on exhibit of CHS photographs, art

Alternate Takes, an exhibition of work by students from Claremont High School, is on view at the Claremont Forum now through April 30. The show features images by students from Melissa Wonacotts International Baccalaureate Visual Arts and Advanced Placement photography courses. One of the images on display, a photo of the faade of the historical Sincere Trading Company in Chinatown taken by senior Marvin Carabante, is notably being featured in the upcoming publication Photographers Forum: Best of College and High School Photography 2013. Marvin, one of Ms. Wonacotts most promising students, was also featured in last years edition of the publication. Other accolades and honors include a solo exhibition of his work at Some Crust Bakery and an honorable mention in the recent ArtReach exhibition at the Pomona Fairplex. I am so proud of Marvin. I really believe that he has grown to be an amazing artist, Ms. Wonacott said. His work is so impressive, both in technique and in concept. If he continues in his craft, I really believe that he would do well in pursuing fine art as a career. Ms. Wonacott says this exhibit is
Left to right: Senior IB Visual Arts student Olivia Hengesbachs acrylic on fabric, Senior AP Photo student Marvin Carabantes digital photography, which will be published in Photographer's Forum: Best of College & High School Photography 2013 and Senior AP photo student Allie Zunigas silver gelatin print.
filled with a particularly vibrant and diverse group of images. She emphasizes student exhibits because they allow developing artists to express their ideas on a larger stage, gain confidence and get started with the kind of experiences they will have as they move toward college and the world. My students work so hard and cre-
ate such beautifully unique works of art; its awesome to be able to show the community all the amazing work being produced at the high school, she said. Ms. Wonacott is particularly delighted to be able to partner with the Claremont Forum. I love working with this organization, not only because I strongly sup-
port their cause, but they also strongly support student achievement and educational awareness, she said, adding, I am so fortunate to work at a school and in a community that is so supportive of the arts. The Claremont Forum is located at 586 W. First St. in the Claremont Packing House in Village West.
ARToon Art Wall to be unveiled tonight

ARToon, the newest Claremont Museum of Art arts education project, has given voice to a generation of middle school students through the art of cartooning. Over 40 El Roble Intermediate School students participated in a series of ARToon afterschool classes. Now all of the ARToonistas original cartoons will be printed onto vinyl and installed on the 8-foot by 24-foot art wall located on the east entrance patio adjacent to the Packing House. Join the student artists, their parents, El Roble faculty and the Claremont community as they celebrate the unveiling of the ARToon student cartoons on the art wall tonight, Friday, April 12, at 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. The Art Wall exhibition will remain in place through August 2013. ARToon is produced solely by the Claremont Museum of Art in partnership with El Roble Intermediate School and funded by a generous donation from a CMA member and these Claremont contrib-
COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff El Roble 7th grade student Cuatli Kimbwala works on his final cartoon in preparation for the ARToon exhibition.
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Serving Claremont Since 1995.

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Family owned and operated. 30 plus years experience. Expert plumbing repairs and drain cleaning. Water heaters, faucets, sinks, toilets, disposals, under slab lead detection, sewer video inspection. Licensed, bonded and insured. Lic.673558. 909-945-1995
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MGT Professional Tree Care. Providing prompt, dependable service for all your tree care needs. Certified arborist. Matt Gray-Trask. Call 946-7444. TOM Day Tree Service. Fine pruning of all trees since 1974. Free estimate. 909629-6960. Johnny's Tree Service Tree trimming and demolition. Certified arborist. Lic.270275, insured. Please call: 909-946-1123 951-522-0992
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Veteran Weed eating, mowing, tractor fields, manual slopes, hauling.
Roofing
GORDON Perry Roofing. Reroofing, repairs of all types. Free estimates. Quality work. Lic.C39588976. 909-944-3884. DOMINICS Roofing. Residential roofing and repairs. Free estimates. Lic.732789. Call Dominic, 951-212-9384.
Plumbing
STEVES PLUMBING 24-hour service* Low cost! Free estimates. All plumbing repairs. Complete drain cleaning, leak detection, water heaters. Your local plumber for over 25 years. Senior discounts. Insured, Lic.744873. * 909-985-5254 * Since 1978 Bonded * Insured NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL! 24-hour emergency service.
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RESIDENTIAL/Commercial. Quality work at reasonable prices. Free estimates. Lic.541469. 909-622-7994. COLLINS Painting & Construction Company, LLC. Interior, exterior. Residential and commercial. Contractors Lic.384597. 985-8484.
Sprinklers & Repair

ADVANCED DON DAVIES Veteran Mt. Sac, Cal Poly
New, repairs. Professional. All sprinkler repairs.
BAUER TREE CARE

30 plus years in Claremont. Ornamental pruning specialist of your perennials. 909-624-8238
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STEVE LOPEZ PAINTING

Extensive preparation. Indoor, outdoor, cabinets. Offering odorless green solution. 33-year master. Lic.542552
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Tutoring
HELP your child achieve success in school. Family man, currently completing graduate work in education, available for homework help and tutoring in your home or in my Claremont home. Evenings or weekends. $20 hourly. 626-466-8391, rcmsangab@gmail.com. Free initial consultation. PRIVATE tutor. Reading, writing and vocabulary. Experienced teacher over 40 years. Contact Allen, agross91768@yahoo.com or 909-629-6007. AFFORDABLE K-5 Reading Tutor. Retired teacher. 35 years. Multiple strategies, resources. Individual, group. Janice, 909-596-1266.
Window Washing
NACHOS Window Cleaning. For window washing, call Nacho, 909-816-2435. Free estimates, satisfaction guaranteed. Resident of Claremont.
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* Senior discount * Lic.359145 RENES Plumbing and AC. All types residential repairs, HVAC, new installation, repairs. Prices to fit the working familys budget. Lic.454443. Insured professional service. 909-593-1175.
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 448335CA Loan No. 0024813552 Title Order No. 750035 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11-20-2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 05-06-2013 at 9:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 11-28-2007, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 20072614315, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, executed by: CASSANDRA CASTELLOCHASE, A SINGLE WOMAN AND MARION P CASTELLO, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, CHASE BANK USA, N.A., as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650 Legal Description: PARCEL 1: AN UNDIVIDED 1/10TH FEE SIMPLE INTEREST AS A TENANT IN COMMON IN AND TO THE ''COMMON AREA'' AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN FOR PHASE 12 OF VANTAGE (''PHASE 12'') CONSISTING OF A PORTION OF LOT 1 OF TRACT NO. 62482, IN THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS SHOWN ON A MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 1317, PAGES 32 TO 37 INCLUSIVE, OF MAPS, RECORDS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, WHICH CONDOMINIUM PLAN WAS RECORDED JUNE 7, 2007 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 20071381068 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS OF SAID LOS ANGELES COUNTY (THE ''CONDOMINIUM PLAN''). PARCEL 2: UNIT NO. 142 OF PHASE 12, CONSISTING OF CERTAIN AIRSPACE ELEMENTS, AS SHOWN AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN. PARCEL 3: EXCLUSIVE EASEMENTS, APPURTENANT TO PARCELS 1 AND 2 DESCRIBED ABOVE, FOR PATIO AND BALCONY PURPOSES (AS APPLICABLE), OVER A PORTION OF PHASE 7 AS DESCRIBED IN AND SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN AND AS DESCRIBED IN THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND RESERVATION OF EASEMENTS FOR VANTAGE TOWNHOMES RECORDED NOVEMBER 13, 2006 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 20062500472 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA (THE ''DECLARATION'') AND THE SUPPLEMENTAL DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATION OF EASEMENTS AND NOTICE OF ADDITION (VANTAGE TOWNHOMES PHASE 12) RECORDED JUNE 7, 2007 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 20071381070 OF SAID OFFICIAL RECORDS (''SUPPLEMENTAL TOWNHOMES DECLARATION''). PARCEL 4: NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENTS FOR ACCESS, INGRESS, EGRESS, ENCROACHMENT, SUPPORT, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS, AS DESCRIBED IN THE DECLARATION. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $762,014.34 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 893 TERRACE LN W UNIT 9 DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765-0000 APN Number: 8293-045-188 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown
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herein. The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 04-08-2013 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee RIKKI JACOBS, ASSISTANT SECRETARY California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-892-6902 For Sales Information: www.lpsasap.com or 1-714-730-2727 www.priorityposting.com or 1-714-573-1965 www.auction.com or 1800-280-2832 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. A-4376504 04/12/2013, 04/19/2013, 04/26/2013 Trustee Sale No. : 20110134003643 Title Order No.: 110518330 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/04/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEx West, L.L.C., as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/12/2005 as Instrument No. 05 1937037, MODIFIED 07/11/2011; INST NO. 20110930129 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: EDWARD G. MENDOZA AND ROSIO MENDOZA, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 05/06/2013 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA POMONA, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 21009 COSTILLA DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA 91765 APN#: 8285-027-009 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $581,286.91. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder 's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 20110134003643. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: PRIORITY POSTING & PUBLISHING, INC. 17501 IRVINE BLVD., SUITE ONE TUSTIN, CA 92780 714-5731965 www.priorityposting.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 04/08/2013 P1032202 4/12, 4/19, 04/26/2013 Trustee Sale No. 237087CA Loan No. 0680830247 Title Order No. 137794 NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07-19-2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 05-03-2013 at 9:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 07-29-2004, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 04 1945537, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, executed by: MI PING TENG, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTAUL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashiers check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashiers check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA Legal Description: LOT 60, OF TRACT NO 30625, IN THE CITY OF WALNUT, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 790 PAGE(S) 95 TO 97 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $419,960.72 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 20222 MCGILL DRIVE WALNUT, CA 91789 APN Number: 8720-006-016 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATE: 04-10-2013 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee ROSAURA ARMENTA, ASSISTANT SECRETARY California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-892-6902 For Sales Information: www.lpsasap.com or 1-714-730-2727 www.priorityposting.com or 1-714573-1965 www.auction.com or 1-800-280-2832 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorders office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, this information can be obtained from one of the following three companies: LPS Agency Sales & Posting at (714) 7302727, or visit the Internet Web site www.lpsasap.com (Registration required to search for sale information) or Priority Posting & Publishing at (714) 573-1965 or visit the Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com (Click on the link for Advanced Search to search for sale information), or auction.com at 1-800-280-2832 or visit the Internet Web site www.auction.com, using the Trustee Sale No. shown above. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled saleP1031238 4/12, 4/19, 04/26/2013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE APN: 8671-039-002 Trustee Sale No. 1377208-31 TRA:2730 REF: BENNETT, ANDREW P. UNINS Property Address: 2417 BONNIE BRAE AVENUE, CLAREMONT CA 91711 IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED June 21, 2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On April 25, 2013, at 11:00am, CAL-WESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded June 29, 2004, as Inst. No. 04 1655346, in book XX, page XX, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: ANDREW P. BENNETT AND SARAH L BENNETT, HUSBAND AND WIFE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA POMONA CALIFORNIA all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: COMPLETELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2417 BONNIE BRAE AVENUE CLAREMONT CA 91711 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $457,350.37. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714)730-2727 or visit the Internet Web Site WWW.LPSASAP.COM using the file number assigned to this case 1377208-31. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web Site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (714)730-2727 CAL-WESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION 525 EAST MAIN STREET P.O. BOX 22004 EL CAJON CA 92022-9004 Dated: March 25, 2013 CAL-WESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION By: Authorized Signature A-4373099 04/05/2013, 04/12/2013, 04/19/2013
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A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: March 22, 29, April 5 and 12, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 050027 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as DENT EVO, 1038 Moab Dr., Claremont, CA 91711. Joseph Garcia, 1038 Moab Dr., Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above on 01/01/2013. /s/ Joseph Garcia This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 03/13/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: March 22, 29, April 5 and 12, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 053808 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Vision Source Sales, 135 Marywood Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Amanda OConnell, 135 Marywood Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above on 01/01/2013. /s/ Amanda OConnell This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 03/18/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: March 29, April 5, 12 and 19, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 053796 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as FAUX-CAL POINT FINISHES, 1361-A E. Grand Ave., Pomona, CA 91766. Brian T. Clark, 857 S. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above in January, 2002. /s/ Brian T. Clark This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 03/18/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: March 29, April 5, 12 and 19, 2013
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 056817 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as DiGiusto Consulting, 2280 Forbes Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. David DiGiusto, 2280 Forbes Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above on 03/01/2013. /s/ David DiGiusto This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 03/21/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: March 29, April 5, 12 and 19, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 053923 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as LORDSBURG TAPHOUSE & GRILL, 2335 D St., La Verne, CA 91750. Mailing address: 2348 5th St., La Verne, CA 91750. Michael R. McAdams, 2348 5th St., La Verne, CA 91750. Britt M. McAdams, 2348 5th St., La Verne, CA 91750. This business is conducted by a Husband and Wife. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Michael R. McAdams This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 03/18/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: March 29, April 5, 12 and 19, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 056370 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Massage Amber, 630 South Indian Hill Blvd. #7, Claremont, CA 91711. Mailing address: 690 San Jose Ave. #16, Claremont, CA 91711. Maria Elizabeth Marrufo, 690 San Jose Ave. #16, Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Maria Elizabeth Marrufo This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 03/21/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: March 29, April 5, 12 and 19, 2013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20110033500474 Title Order No.: 110195039 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/17/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEx West, L.L.C., as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 11/30/2005 as Instrument No. 05 2912453 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: GEORGE S. ANAYA AND SARAH E. ANAYA, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 04/18/2013 TIME OF SALE: 11:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 622 SILVERDALE DRIVE, CLAREMONT, CALIFORNIA 91711 APN#: 8367-008-014 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $491,533.36. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder 's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site www.lpsasap.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 20110033500474. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES and POSTING 2 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730-2727 www.lpsasap.com NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 03/25/2013 NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. 15000 Surveyor Boulevard, Suite 500 Addison, Texas 75001-9013 Telephone: (866) 7951852 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 A-4372359 03/29/2013, 04/05/2013, 04/12/2013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110069404 Doc ID #000710205982005N Title Order No. 11-0056514 Investor/Insurer No. 2093940 APN No. 8309-007-015 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/12/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by MARK R WALSH, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 04/12/2005 and recorded 4/20/2005, as Instrument No. 05 0914891, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 05/06/2013 at 9:00AM, Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650, Vineyard Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of

sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 264-266 W 12TH ST, CLAREMONT, CA, 91711. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $509,238.62. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on a property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case TS No. 11-0069404. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. DATED: 03/16/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-0194 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. A-4375628 04/05/2013, 04/12/2013, 04/19/2013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE T.S. No. 1368352-25 APN: 8702-001-131 TRA: 010069 LOAN NO. Xxxxx4386 REF: Navarro, Pilar IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, Dated: May 19, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On April 25, 2013, at 9:00am, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded on May 23, 2007, as Inst. No. 20071250108, in book XX, page XX, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by: Edward Acosta and Blanca Acosta, husband and wife, and Pilar Navarro, a married woman as her sole and separate property, all as joint tenants, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashiers check drawn on a State or National Bank, a check drawn by a State or Federal Credit Union, or a check drawn by a State or Federal Savings and Loan Association, Savings Association, or Savings Bank specified in Section 5102 of the financial code and authorized to do business in this state: Behind the fountain located in Civic
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Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1332 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. Unit A, Diamond Bar, CA 91765. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the Trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $281,051.49. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidders sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The Beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the County recorders office or a Title Insurance Company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a Court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (619)590-1221 or visit the internet website www.rppsales.com, using the file number assigned to this case 1368352-25. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web Site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. For sales information: (619)590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: March 27, 2013. (04/05/2013, 04/12, 04/19) R-428344 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013062532 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as THE QUACKENBOS COMPANY, 675 W. Foothill, Suite 302, Claremont, CA 91711. Nicholas C. Quackenbos, 723 Gettysburg, Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Nicholas C. Quackenbos This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 03/28/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: April 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2013
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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE INTRODUCED AT THE REGULAR CLAREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 9, 2013 (Full text of this ordinance is on file in the office of the City Clerk) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLAREMONT, AMENDING CHAPTER 16.036 OF THE CLAREMONT MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING INCLUSIONARY HOUSING REQUIREMENTS. The provisions in the Ordinance amend Municipal Code Chapter 16.036. Included in the revisions are: (1) Elimination of the inclusionary housing requirements for rental housing; and, (2) The replacement of the long-term covenant requirement with the principal recapture and equity sharing method. The following sections of the Claremont Municipal Code Chapter 16.036 are being amended: Where applicable, the term Regulations will be replaced with Administrative Manual, and the term Market Rate Units will be replaced with Unrestricted Units. Section 16.036.010 was revised so additional definitions were added, while some were deleted. Section 16.036.030.B was deleted since it related to requirements for rental housing. Section 16.036.030.C.1 was deleted as it is no longer applicable. Section 16.036.050.A.3 was revised to explain the requirements of the Equity Sharing Agreement. Section 16.036.050.E was revised to give the Community Development Department the authority to implement the chapter. Sections 16.036.060.C.1 and 2 were deleted as they are no longer applicable. Sections 16.036.060.E.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 were added to explain the tiered, forgivable equity share system. Section 16.036.070.A was revised to clarify what constitutes as a violation of the chapter. Section 16.036.080.2 was revised to replace the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Agency with the Director of Community Development. Section 16.036.080.3 was revised to remove the term Redevelopment Plan. The City Council has determined that the ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15061 (b) (3) of CEQA on the basis that the ordinance does not have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Adoption of the ordinance would not result in the approval of any new development project, result in any physical change in the environment, make any changes to the Citys adopted Land Use Plan, or change the intensity of any planned uses. The individual development projects to which the ordinance is applicable will be reviewed on a project-by-project basis for their own environmental impact. Therefore, no further environmental review is necessary. If you have any questions or would like any additional information, please contact the Planning Division at (909) 399-5470 or at City Hall, 207 Harvard Avenue, Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Please send written comments to the Planning Division, P.O. Box 880, Claremont, CA 91711-880
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CITY CLERK CITY OF CLAREMONT Publish: Friday, April 12, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013065651 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as THE HEART OF PLACEMENT, 292 W Oak Park Dr., Claremont, CA 91711. Rita Gale Salama, 292 W Oak Park Dr., Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Rita Gale Salama This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/02/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: April 12, 19, 26 and May 3, 2013 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE INTRODUCED AT THE REGULAR CLAREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 9, 2013 (Full text of this ordinance is on file in the office of the City Clerk) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLAREMONT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CLAREMONT MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 16.033, AND ADDING SECTION 16.324.070 TO CHAPTER 16.324, TO MODIFY THE CITYS CODE PROVISIONS FOR DENSITY BONUSES AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING INCENTIVES IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE DENSITY BONUS LAW The ordinance amends Claremont Municipal Code Chapter 16.033 to bring the City into compliance with state density bonus law. The ordinance replaces the Citys existing menu of density bonuses and concessions/incentives that are offered to developers that agree to include affordable housing units as part of proposed housing developments, with a new menu of density bonuses and concessions/incentives consistent with those required by state law. The ordinance expands the scope of projects that are eligible for density bonuses, and increases the number of concessions/incentives that developers of qualified housing developments are entitled. The ordinance also revises procedures for the granting of density bonuses and concessions/incentives, and codifies other requirements of the state density bonus law (California Government Code Sections 65915-65918). Required Density Bonus: A developer may receive a density bonus as follows: If at least five percent of the units are affordable to very low-income households, or ten percent of the units are affordable to low-income income households, then the project is eligible for a 20 percent density bonus. If ten percent of condominium or planned development units are affordable to moderate-income households, then the project is eligible to receive a five percent density bonus. In addition, there is a sliding scale that requires the following: An additional density bonus of 2.5 percent for each additional one percent increase in very low-income income units above the initial five percent threshold; An additional density increase of 1.5 percent for each additional one percent increase in low-income income units above the initial ten percent threshold; and, An additional one percent density increase for each one percent increase in moderate-income units above the ten percent threshold. These density bonuses reach a maximum density bonus of 35 percent when a project provides 11 percent very lowincome units, 20 percent low-income units, or 40 percent moderate-income units if a condominium or planned development. An additional density bonus is allowed for a qualifying housing development that includes a childcare facility within or adjacent to the development. Continued Affordability: Units for low- and very low-income households must be income restricted for a minimum of 30 years, or for a longer term if required under another regulatory agreement. In the case of for sale moderate-income units, the law specifies that the initial occupants of units must meet the income qualifications. Upon resale of the units, the seller retains the down payment, the value of any improvements, and the sellers proportionate share of appreciation. The City recaptures its proportionate share of appreciation and the unit is allowed to become a market rate home, unless subject to provisions of another regulatory document, such as a development or housing agreement. Parking Standards: If a project qualifies for a density bonus, the developer may request, and the City must grant, new parking standards for the entire development project. The standards are: For zero to one bedroom units one on-site parking space For two to three bedroom units two on-site parking spaces For four or more bedrooms units two and one-half onsite parking spaces These numbers are inclusive of guest parking and handicapped parking and may be tandem or uncovered (but cannot be on-street). The parking standards may be requested even if no density bonus is requested. Concessions and Incentives: The City must grant more concessions or incentives reducing development standards, depending on the percentage of affordable units provided. Any project that meets the minimum criteria for a density bonus is entitled to one concession, increasing up to a maximum of three concessions depending upon the amount of affordable housing provided. Waivers and Modifications of Development Standards: The City may not impose a development standard that makes it infeasible to construct the housing development with the allowed density bonus. Therefore, in addition to requesting the incentives and concessions, to which they are otherwise entitled, applicants may request the waiver of an unlimited number of development standards if the waivers are needed to make the project physically feasible. The City must grant a waiver or concession requested by the applicant unless a written finding is made, based upon substantial evidence, that either the waiver or concession is not required to provide for affordable housing, would have specific adverse impacts as defined in the law, or is contrary to state or federal law. Land Donation: Project applicants that donate land for affordable units are entitled to a density bonus if the donated land meets all of the following requirements: 1. Has the appropriate General Plan designation and zoning to permit construction of units affordable to very low-income households in an amount equal to not less than ten percent of the units in the applicants residential development; 2. Is at least one acre in size or of sufficient size to permit development of at least 40 units; and, 3. Can be served by adequate public facilities and infrastructure. The base density bonus is 15 percent, with increases in one percent increments for each percentage increase in the units that can be accommodated above the minimum ten percent of the units described in the first bullet above, up to a maximum of 35 percent. When the land is transferred, it must have all of the permits and approvals necessary for the development of the very low-income housing units. The land and affordable units must be subject to deed restrictions ensuring continued affordability of the units. The City or county may require that the land be transferred to a developer instead of the City. Conversion of Rental Housing to Condominiums: An applicant requesting approval for the conversion of existing rental housing to a community housing project who agrees to make at least 33 percent of total units affordable to lowor moderate-income households, or 15 percent of the total units to lower-income households, is eligible for a density bonus of 25 percent over the existing number of units in the building or structures proposed for conversion, or additional incentive(s) of equivalent financial value to the cost savings that would result from the allowed density bonus. Continuing Affordability of Units: The ordinance establishes processes for application submittal and review, and for ensuring continued affordability of units in qualified housing developments through a density bonus housing agreement. In the event that the applicant enters into an inclusionary or other regulatory agreement with the City, then a separate density bonus housing agreement shall not be required. Required provisions in the density bonus housing agreement include details about the target units, descriptions of the household groups or qualifying residents to be accommodated in the target units, and provisions to ensure the continued affordability and restricted use of target units. Community Housing Projects: The ordinance also makes revisions to Municipal Code Chapter 16.324, which addresses the conversion of rental housing to a community housing project (condominium). The new section codifies the provision of state law that provides for density bonuses for the conversion of rental housing to a community housing project if certain affordable units are included in the project. If you have any questions or would like any additional information, please contact the Planning Division at 909399-5470 or at City Hall, 207 Harvard Avenue, Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Please send written comments to the Planning Division, P.O. Box 880, Claremont, CA 91711-880. CITY CLERK CITY OF CLAREMONT Publish: Friday, April 12, 2013 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF PAUL PARRY Case No. KP015181 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of PAUL PARRY A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Reginald Parry in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Reginald Parry be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on April 25, 2013 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. A located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: VICTORIA P STAPLETON ESQ SBN 93907 STAPLETON & STAPLETON 401 E ROWLAND AVE COVINA CA 91723 CN883460 Publish: April 5, 12 and 19, 2013
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NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED CLAREMONT GRADUATE UNIVERSITY MASTER PLAN, AND PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING The City of Claremont will be the Lead Agency and will prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Claremont Graduate University Master Plan (project). An Initial Study has been prepared for the project in accordance with the City of Claremonts guidelines for implementing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). A determination was made in the Initial Study that the project may have a significant effect on the environment and an EIR is required. Further, the Initial Study identifies the potential significant adverse impacts that the project may have on the environment and outlines the issues that will be addressed in the EIR. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: The comment period on the Notice of Preparation/Initial Study begins on April 15, 2013, and ends on May 16, 2013. Copies of the Initial Study and related project documents are available for public review at Claremont City Hall, 207 Harvard Avenue, and the Citys website, www.ci.claremont.ca.us. Interested persons are invited to comment on the Initial Study by mail, email or fax, no later than May 16, 2013. Please send your comments by regular mail, email or fax, no later than May 16, 2013, to: Belle Newman, LEED AP, Planning Consultant City of Claremont PO BOX 880 Claremont, CA 91711 Fax: (909) 399-5327
Email: bnewmanplanning@gmail.com PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING: The Planning Commission will hold a public scoping meeting to provide an opportunity for the public and representatives of public agencies to address the scope of the EIR. The scoping meeting for the EIR is scheduled for May7, 2013, at the following location: Claremont Council Chamber 225 West Second Street Claremont, CA Failure to file objections to the findings of the Initial Study during the public comment period or at the above-referenced public scoping meeting may constitute a waiver of rights to object to the environmental determination at a later date. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project is a long-range Master Plan for planned future improvements to the Claremont campus of the Claremont Graduate University (CGU-CC) over the next 20 years. The Master Plan provides for: Expansion, remodeling, and replacement of current facilities that would result in an increase in building area of approximately 200,000 assignable square feet (ASF, which is defined as the sum of all areas on all floors of a building assigned to, or available for assignment to, an occupant or specific use), from 227,786 ASF to 427,786 ASF; An additional 363 parking spaces, resulting in an increase from the current level of 747 parking spaces (including 599 spaces on campus and 148 spaces on surrounding streets, as shown on Exhibits D-9 and D10 of the proposed Master Plan) to at least 1,110 spaces. This would include a temporary parking lot on the vacant lot on the west side of Dartmouth Avenue, between Twelfth Street and Drucker Way, to meet a current parking deficit, provide temporary parking for construction activities, and temporarily replace the parking that would be removed north of Twelfth Street during construction of the new parking lot in that location; Potential enrollment increase of up to 380 students, from 1,420 students up to 1,800 students at the Claremont campus, with an increase of up to 86 faculty and staff, from 334 to 420 faculty and staff at the Claremont campus; and Expansion of the CGU-CC campus to include the entire block between Eighth and Tenth Streets through the acquisition of the Huntley Bookstore property; Implementation of the proposed Master Plan would require the following discretionary approvals: Approval of the Master Plan. Lot mergers and/or lot line adjustments necessitated by the existing small lot pattern within the project area. Design review approval of all new construction, building relocations, and other site changes. Removal of any street tree will require approval of a permit from the Director of Community and Human Services. Street vacations for privatization of alleys and streets. Approval of a Development Agreement between CGU and the City. Changes in the General Plan land use and zoning designations of two properties from single-family residential to institutional educational. A Special Use and Development Permit for the temporary parking/construction staging lot on the west side of Dartmouth Avenue, between Twelfth Street and Drucker Way, as well as for any other temporary construction trailers or other temporary construction-related structures and uses, as applicable. PROJECT LOCATION: The project area includes the existing campus of Claremont Graduate University-Claremont Campus (CGU-CC). The existing CGU-CC campus is approximately 32 acres. The main portion of the campus is south of Foothill Boulevard, and is roughly bounded by Foothill Boulevard on the north; North Dartmouth Avenue on the east; Seventh Street on the south; and, North College Avenue on the west. This portion of the campus also encompasses another noncontiguous property one block to the east of North Dartmouth Avenue, on the west side of Columbia Avenue, between Tenth and Eleventh Streets. The other portion of the CGU-CC campus is north of Foothill Boulevard. This portion of the campus is roughly bounded by Foothill Boulevard, the Claremont School of Theology, and Via Los Altos on the south; North College Avenue and Via Zurita on the west; the Claremont Golf Course and the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden on the north; and, the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden on the east. (No changes are proposed for this part of the CGU-CC campus.) The project area also includes one parcel identified in the proposed Master Plan for possible future acquisition by and incorporation into the campus. This one-acre parcel, currently occupied by the Huntley Bookstore, is located on the northwest corner of Eighth Street and North Dartmouth Avenue. POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS: Potentially significant environmental impacts have been identified in the following issue areas: Aesthetics, Air Quality, Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Hazards & Hazardous Materials, Hydrology/Water Quality, Land Use/Planning, Noise, Population/Housing, Public Services, Recreation, Transportation/Traffic, and Utilities/Service Systems. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in the above-mentioned public hearing, please contact the City Clerk at (909) 399-5461 VOICE, or 1 (800) 735-2929 TT/TTY. Notification three (3) working days prior to the meeting, or time when special services are needed, will assist City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide access to the meeting. Publish: April 12, 2013 NOTICE TO BIDDERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF CLAREMONT, CALIFORNIA, WILL RECEIVE UP TO BUT NOT LATER THAN 2:00 P.M. ON MAY 9, 2013 AT THE CITY CLERKS OFFICE OF THE CITY OF CLAREMONT, 207 HARVARD AVENUE, CLAREMONT, CA 91711, SEALED BIDS FOR THE FOLLOWING: CUSTODIAL SERVICES FOR CITY-OWNED BUILDINGS AND PARK RESTROOMS CS-13-01 A MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED ON APRIL 24, 2013 AT 10:00 A.M. AT THE CITYS CORPORATE YARD, 1616 MONTE VISTA AVENUE, CLAREMONT CALIFORNIA. BASIS OF AWARD WILL BE THE BEST VALUE (NOT LOWEST COST). SPECIFICATIONS FOR THIS BID ARE ON FILE IN THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF CORPORATE YARD FOR INTERESTED BIDDERS AND CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM THE CITYS WEBSITE, www.ci.claremont.ca.us. BIDS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE CITY CLERKS OFFICE OF THE CITY OF CLAREMONT AT THE ABOVE ADDRESS BEFORE THE ABOVE DATE AND TIME. Lynn Fryman ________________________________ CITY CLERK 909-399-5460 Publish: April 12 and 19, 2013
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