KIWANIS DUCK SPLASH GOES VIRTUAL

Support is needed for the Glendale Kiwanis Incredible Duck Splash – K.I.D.S. – taking place virtually on Oct. 24 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This signature fundraiser benefits the philanthropic outreach of the Kiwanis of Glendale and gives participants who “adopt” a duck the chance to win anywhere from $500 to $10,000! Adoptions are available for as little as $5.

Banners are available to promote the duck splash, local residents and businesses. For more information, visit www.cvweekly.com or www.ducks4kids.org.

TWO ONLINE PROGRAMS FOR CANCER PATIENTS

A program discussing the benefits of an east/west approach to cancer therapies will be given at the Cancer Support Community-Pasadena on Tuesday, Sept. 8 from noon to 1.30 p.m.

   Dr. Katie Hu, of UCLA, will discuss complementary and alternative therapies and will also cover lifestyle management with its role in the healing environment.

  Also on Tuesday, Sept. 8 from 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Dr. Evangelia Kirimis of UCLA will give an update on breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. She will touch on the history of breast cancer treatments and will show how patients with even advanced disease can live well with chronic medical therapy. 

Both programs are online.

The Cancer Support Community-Pasadena is located at 76 E. Del Mar Blvd., Suite 215 in Pasadena. For more information, call (626) 796-1083 or visit  www.cscpasadena.org for more information.

VIRTUAL DOC TALK LECTURE

The next presentation of the free USC Verdugo Hills Hospital lectures, in partnership with YMCA of the Foothills, is titled “10 Things to Know Before a Visit to the ER” on Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

This lecture series presents a variety of health-related topics to community members throughout the year. In compliance with COVID-19 social distancing guidelines, lectures are presented via Zoom teleconference.

Note: RSVP is required. Please provide an email address when RSVPing to receive the Zoom teleconference link. Use the online form or call (818) 952-2228 to register or visit uscvhh.org/doc-talks.

PFAR HOSTS SAFETY AND FINANCIAL CRIMES TOWN HALL

The Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS is hosting an upcoming Safety and Financial Crimes Town Hall event that will feature Lisa Derderian of the Pasadena Fire Department and Business and Technology Consultant Tom Lenzo. The event is set to take place on Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. and will be moderated by PFAR President Eddie Ramirez.

Admission is free for PFAR members and $10 for non-members.

Register at https://PFAR.org/Safety, call (626) 795-2455 or email events@PFAR.org. Note that registration for the event is required.

MAKING MUSIC THE SUZUKI WAY – PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT

The Suzuki Music Program of Los Angeles (SMPLA) will hold its “Making Music the Suzuki Way – Every Child Can Learn!” parent information night on Monday, Sept. 14 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. via Zoom. All adults are invited to attend. For more information about the organization, visit the website www.SuzukiMusicofLA.org. To receive the Zoom meeting ID, and to RSVP, visit www.SuzukiMusicofLA.org/contact and send an email request. The Suzuki Music education philosophy and method, child development issues, and the SMPLA program will be discussed in detail. 

The Suzuki Method is renowned for helping children develop musically, especially from a young age, and SMPLA offers music education in violin and guitar. Early musical education significantly enhances a child’s brain development, motor coordination and speech, and also increases a child’s level of discipline, awareness, and character. Suzuki Music education philosophy and method of music instruction is invaluable for children of all ages.

LA CANCER CHALLENGE 5K WALK/RUN

Registration for the 23rd LA Cancer Challenge 5K Walk/Run on Oct. 25 is open. The goal is to unite generations, young and old, through physical fitness to create public awareness and raise much-needed funds for pancreatic cancer research. Pancreatic cancer patients continue being diagnosed every day.

When participants register as a LACC virtual walker/runner, they’ll be participating in a nationwide awareness event that can be completed any place and at any pace of their choosing.

Adult virtual registration is $40 and includes a long sleeve event T-shirt, “Never Give Up” facemask, downloadable running bib and finishers medal. Youth (11 and under) virtual registration is $25 and includes a kids event T-shirt, downloadable running bib and finishers medal.

See more at www.LACancerChallenge.com.