- Brad Haugaard
Number of Visitors to MonroviaNow Increases
- Brad Haugaard
Suspicious Package Leads to Evacuation of Some Buildings in Old Town Monrovia
Jennifer Stone reports on Facebook that a suspicious package was left in front of the Wells Fargo bank in Old Town, resulting in the temporary evacuation of several nearby buildings. Facebook folks say all clear now.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Preview Lunch at Monrovia's New Smashburger
Had a free preview lunch at the new Smashburger in Monrovia, at the old Acapulco restaurant site on Huntington. It opens to the public tomorrow, Friday, Dec. 6. Why "smash?" Because they smash a fresh - not frozen - ball of beef, or piece of chicken, on the grill. We got a sampler menu, which included fried pickle slices. Never had those. Everything tastes better when it's free, but really, everything was very, very tasty! I think I liked the truffle mushroom burger (shown here) best, but the BBQ bacon burger was mighty good. Even the veggie spicy black bean burger was very good, and I'm not a vegetarian. If you prefer chicken, try the avocado club sandwich. Great shakes, too! Former City Councilman Joe Garcia, who helped bring Smashburger to town, showed up as well.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Ceramics, Crafts and Baked Goods Sales
~ Monrovia Adult School Wheelhouse Ceramics Sale Friday, Dec. 6, 4-9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 1831 Santa Fe Place (behind AMMCO & Toy's Donuts) Handcrafted pottery created by local artisans. For information call 471-2771.
~ Girl Scout handmade crafts and baked goods sale Dec. 7 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Details: http://goo.gl/DPqxFD
- Brad Haugaard
~ Girl Scout handmade crafts and baked goods sale Dec. 7 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Details: http://goo.gl/DPqxFD
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia High's Kurt Scoby is MVP
Monrovia High Senior, Kurt Scoby, has been selected by the coaches of the Rio Hondo League as the League's most valuable player: http://goo.gl/QGfCU8
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Gold Line Bridge Getting Another Award
Habib Balian, spokesman for the Gold Line Construction Authority, writes that:
"The Construction Authority, Skanska and AECOM will be receiving the "Best Project in Southern California, Highways/Bridges" from Engineering News-Record for the Gold Line Bridge tomorrow. This is the fifth award received for the bridge since it was completed on time and on budget in December 2012. Awards have been in both the engineering and construction sectors, and remind us that this unique structure was not only a challenge to design, but also to build."
- Brad Haugaard
"The Construction Authority, Skanska and AECOM will be receiving the "Best Project in Southern California, Highways/Bridges" from Engineering News-Record for the Gold Line Bridge tomorrow. This is the fifth award received for the bridge since it was completed on time and on budget in December 2012. Awards have been in both the engineering and construction sectors, and remind us that this unique structure was not only a challenge to design, but also to build."
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Representatives Promoted
~ Monrovia's Assembly member, Chris Holden, reports that Assembly Speaker Perez has appointed him to the Select Committee on Local Emergency Preparedness.
~ Congresswoman Judy Chu, who represents the north edge of Monrovia, announced on Facebook today that she has been selected by House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, to join the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.
- Brad Haugaard
~ Congresswoman Judy Chu, who represents the north edge of Monrovia, announced on Facebook today that she has been selected by House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, to join the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.
- Brad Haugaard
Small Art Show | Marvelous Monrovia! | Commercial Drones | Interfaith Council | City Council Meeting
"Ginger Jar and Lemons" by Dee Kirkham
~ Selig Fine Art (110 W. Lime) will hold its 11th Annual Holiday Small Works Show this Saturday, Dec 7, 4-7 p.m. with more than 80 artists and over 150 works of art, jewelry, wine, food and live music by John Volk.
~ "Marvelous Monrovia!" is how KTTV reporter Hal Eisner describes the city's revived bond rating. http://goo.gl/P9gi1X
~ Monrovia's AeroVironment plans to build drones for commercial use. http://goo.gl/AoWVUJ
~ Pasadena Humane Society will have a vehicle in the Monrovia Christmas parade. The Pasadena Humane Society is taking over animal control for the city. http://goo.gl/IDc2wr
~ Report on the Interfaith Council of Monrovia. http://goo.gl/diuyUx
~ Video of the Dec. 3 Monrovia City Council meeting is now online: http://goo.gl/ktgW0V
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Chipotle Opens Dec. 12
It appears Chipotle restaurant is opening on Dec. 12. On Huntington next to Chili's.
- Brad Haugaard
Watch Out for the Utility Bill Scam!
Southern California Edison is warning customers against scammers who demand immediate payment on past due utility bills.
"SCE will never call a customer to collect or demand money for past due bills," according to SCE's Consumer Affairs Manager Marlyn Denter.
Tips:
- Ask for the person's name and call back number, a supervisor's name, how much money they are requesting, and the method of payment.
- Check the area code of the number you are getting a call from. If it is not an 800 number, the call is fraudulent.
- Call SCE directly at 1-800-655-4555 to ask about your bill.
- Contact local authorities if you suspect the phone call is fraud.
- Brad Haugaard
"SCE will never call a customer to collect or demand money for past due bills," according to SCE's Consumer Affairs Manager Marlyn Denter.
Tips:
- Ask for the person's name and call back number, a supervisor's name, how much money they are requesting, and the method of payment.
- Check the area code of the number you are getting a call from. If it is not an 800 number, the call is fraudulent.
- Call SCE directly at 1-800-655-4555 to ask about your bill.
- Contact local authorities if you suspect the phone call is fraud.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Rotary Club Providing Clothing for Needy Children
The Rotary Club of Monrovia will once again be helping out local children in need for the holiday season. On December 7th, 50 disadvantaged children identified by Santa Anita Family Services will get a special treat this holiday season. Through the assistance of the Rotary Club of Monrovia, Kohl's and Wells Fargo, the 50 students will get the opportunity to shop for new clothing and shoes. Each child will be paired with a Monrovia High School Interact Club member, adult Rotarian, or adult Wells Fargo staff member to assist with their shopping and will be able to purchase $125 worth of school appropriate clothing.
This is the second year that the Rotary Club of Monrovia has offered the Santa Clothes project to less fortunate children in the Monrovia area. Last year the program was able to assist 30 children with $120 each and we are very happy to be able to extend the benefit to 50 children this year at $125 each. Monrovia Rotarian Karen Lujan stated "I was personally able to assist two children last year to pick out clothes and shoes and it was one of the most rewarding things I haven done all year. The parents were so appreciative of the program and the kids faces beamed as they showed us all their purchases (some even wearing them out of the store)."
Tax deductible donations (501(c)3 EID: 51-0656409) are being accepted online for the Santa Clothes project to help fund more children at http://www.monroviarotaryclub.com/donations/. Please help if you are able to. Just click on the button with the Santa hat to help contribute to this great project. The more money we can raise, the more kids we can assist this holiday season.
Source: Rotary press release
- Brad Haugaard
This is the second year that the Rotary Club of Monrovia has offered the Santa Clothes project to less fortunate children in the Monrovia area. Last year the program was able to assist 30 children with $120 each and we are very happy to be able to extend the benefit to 50 children this year at $125 each. Monrovia Rotarian Karen Lujan stated "I was personally able to assist two children last year to pick out clothes and shoes and it was one of the most rewarding things I haven done all year. The parents were so appreciative of the program and the kids faces beamed as they showed us all their purchases (some even wearing them out of the store)."
Tax deductible donations (501(c)3 EID: 51-0656409) are being accepted online for the Santa Clothes project to help fund more children at http://www.monroviarotaryclub.com/donations/. Please help if you are able to. Just click on the button with the Santa hat to help contribute to this great project. The more money we can raise, the more kids we can assist this holiday season.
Source: Rotary press release
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia's Xencor Prepares for Public Offering
Monrovia's Xencor Corporation (NASDAQ: XNCR) has announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 12,730,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $5.50 per share. http://goo.gl/MNE4Oz
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Santa's Monrovia Schedule
This year, Monrovia will continue our tradition of celebrating the Christmas season by touring Santa Claus around city streets on top of a fire engine. Escorted by a police car and a decorated public works sleigh, Santa will provide candy canes to the public. City employees will, again, volunteer their time to help make the program fun and successful.
Last year's event was a great success! This year's Santa Tour will be another exciting and fun time for members of our community when they see Santa visiting their neighborhoods. Everyone is encouraged to come out and wave to Santa.
Monday, December 16, 2013 - will tour city streets south of Huntington, west of Myrtle to Fifth, north of southern city boundaries.
Tuesday, December 17, 2013 - will tour city streets east of Myrtle, north of Foothill.
Wednesday, December 18, 2013 - will tour city streets west of Myrtle, north of Foothill.
Thursday, December 19, 2013 - will tour city streets east of Myrtle, south of Foothill, north of Duarte Road, west of east city boundaries.
Friday, December 20, 2013 - will tour city streets west of Myrtle, south of Foothill, north of Huntington to Mayflower, between Myrtle and Fifth.
Assembly Time: 5:00 p.m. assembly at the City Hall parking lot, 415 S. Ivy, Monrovia, CA 91016
Tour Hours: 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The police car will be driven by volunteer police officers who will lead the procession using their red lights and siren. Christmas carols will be played over the police car's P.A. system.
The fire engine will be driven by volunteer firefighters, who will follow the police car. Santa will ride on top of the fire engine with spotlights shining on him as he wishes everyone a merry Christmas. The fire engine will be decorated with hundreds of Christmas lights.
The public works truck will be driven by volunteer public works employees. Our reindeer sleigh, bright with over 1500 Christmas lights, will play Christmas carols. Community members are welcome to ride with city employees and their families on back of the truck and trailer during the tour. Space is limited and participation is first come first served. Parents are reminded that children must be accompanied by an adult.
Source: City of Monrovia press release
- Brad Haugaard
Last year's event was a great success! This year's Santa Tour will be another exciting and fun time for members of our community when they see Santa visiting their neighborhoods. Everyone is encouraged to come out and wave to Santa.
Monday, December 16, 2013 - will tour city streets south of Huntington, west of Myrtle to Fifth, north of southern city boundaries.
Tuesday, December 17, 2013 - will tour city streets east of Myrtle, north of Foothill.
Wednesday, December 18, 2013 - will tour city streets west of Myrtle, north of Foothill.
Thursday, December 19, 2013 - will tour city streets east of Myrtle, south of Foothill, north of Duarte Road, west of east city boundaries.
Friday, December 20, 2013 - will tour city streets west of Myrtle, south of Foothill, north of Huntington to Mayflower, between Myrtle and Fifth.
Assembly Time: 5:00 p.m. assembly at the City Hall parking lot, 415 S. Ivy, Monrovia, CA 91016
Tour Hours: 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The police car will be driven by volunteer police officers who will lead the procession using their red lights and siren. Christmas carols will be played over the police car's P.A. system.
The fire engine will be driven by volunteer firefighters, who will follow the police car. Santa will ride on top of the fire engine with spotlights shining on him as he wishes everyone a merry Christmas. The fire engine will be decorated with hundreds of Christmas lights.
The public works truck will be driven by volunteer public works employees. Our reindeer sleigh, bright with over 1500 Christmas lights, will play Christmas carols. Community members are welcome to ride with city employees and their families on back of the truck and trailer during the tour. Space is limited and participation is first come first served. Parents are reminded that children must be accompanied by an adult.
Source: City of Monrovia press release
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia's Foothill Unity Center Distributes Food for Holidays
Clients took home holiday food boxes sized by number of people in the family, with meat and the makings for a festive holiday dinner. Over 800 volunteers worked on the program, from planning and preparation to final cleanup. Each client cart was personally escorted through the distribution by a personal volunteer. All participants received Thanksgiving cards handmade by local school children. 300 turkeys were donated, trucked in and distributed by California American Water Company, while representatives of PCL Construction were on hand to present a $5,000 check.
Less than a month after this event, families will receive festive food boxes again at the annual Holiday Distribution on Saturday, December 21, and Monday, December 23. At the Arboretum event on Saturday, reserved for families with children, each family will also take home an opaque bag pre-packed with new toys and clothing for each child. The presents are donated through the Center’s Angels program, which invites individuals and groups to adopt paper angels hand-decorated by community volunteers of all ages. Written on each angel is one child’s gift wishes.
“We don’t give the presents to the children,” says Center Executive Director Betty McWilliams. “Gifts for each family’s youngsters are gathered in an opaque bag that’s given to the parents so they can wrap and give them as part of their own holiday traditions.” At the event, children will also enjoy fun activities and a chance to share their wishes with Santa.
77% of the Center’s clients are at or below the National Poverty Level. “The holidays are an especially difficult time for families who fight hunger every day,” says Center Executive Director Betty McWilliams. “The difficult economy and cuts in the CalFresh food stamp program are swelling the ranks of local people who need help to feed their families. Community support is more vital than ever — both to help them and to let them know their neighbors care.”
The Center is seeking donations of food, funds and volunteer time for the Holiday Distribution. Funds may be donated securely online at foothillunitycenter.org. Food and checks may be dropped off weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at either Center location: 415 W. Chestnut Ave. in Monrovia or 191 N. Oak Ave. in Pasadena. Information on volunteer shifts, most-needed food items and the Angel program is available at foothillunitycenter.org/holiday-distribution-programs or by calling the Center at (626) 358-3486.
Source: Foothill Unity Center press release
- Bradd Haugaard
Subscribe to:
Comments (Atom)