LCVRW MEETS TODAY
La Crescenta Valley Republican Women will next meet today, Thursday, June 8 at the Oakmont Country Club at 11 a.m. Susan Tully from Washington, D.C. will be speaking on Federation American Immigration Reform.
There will also be a raffle of houseplants donated by Danette Erickson and books by Karen Suter.
Oakmont Country Club, 3100 Country Club Drive, Glendale

ATTENTION MUSIC LOVERS
Dr. Ted Stern, a professor of music, is conducting music appreciation classes for adults in the community. This ongoing series is for musicians and non-musicians alike and explores the histories of composers and their music. This new series of classes will cover the topic “A New Appreciation of Music – Surprises from the Internet (beginning in 1850 with Brahms and his contemporaries).”
The classes will be held each Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. through Aug. 1 at the Crescenta Valley United Methodist Church cultural hall, 2700 Montrose Ave. in Montrose. The cost for the 10-week series of classes is $90.
Everyone is welcome!
For more information call Dianne at (818) 445-2390.

FIBROMYALGIA/ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP
A new community support group is beginning for persons with fibromyalgia and/or arthritis. The group will meet monthly at La Cañada Presbyterian Church for personal and social support, and education in lifestyle management of these difficult medical issues.
The support group will be led by Dianne Whiting, MA, PT and Katie Phillips-Rector, MS, MFT intern. Whiting has extensive experience as a physical therapist working with people with fibromyalgia and arthritis and is program director for the Fibromyalgia Management Program at Casa Colina Hospital in Pomona. Phillips-Rector is a marriage and family therapist intern who works with individuals and families facing a variety of chronic pain and health conditions.
The support group will meet on the fourth Wednesday of every month from 1 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. in the Library. There is no fee or sign-up for this program and all are welcome. Please email Phillips-Rector (Katie@lacanadapc.org) or Whiting (diannefibro@gmail.com) with questions.
La Cañada Presbyterian Church, 626 Foothill Blvd.

BOOKSIGNINGS AT FLINTRIDGE BOOKSTORE
On Wednesday, June 21 at 7 p.m., Flintridge Bookstore & Coffeehouse hosts a talk and signing for author Megan Edwards. Her book, “Getting Off on Frank Sinatra,” a Copper Black mystery, is set in Las Vegas.
Her escapades as she evades a sociopath and a suspicious homicide detective make Megan Edwards’ rousing debut “Getting Off on Frank Sinatra” a nonstop roller coaster of a read.
Flintridge Bookstore and Coffeehouse is located at 1010 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Flintridge, at the intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Angeles Crest Highway. For more information, call (818) 790-0717.

LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY AT HORSE CAMP
Teri Botfield, a professional horse trainer, riding instructor and former school teacher, is offering high school students and young adults the opportunity to cultivate leadership skills in a “stable” environment through her volunteer horse camp counselor program at Altadena Stables.
Experience engaging with children and horses is not necessary as long as the individual has the desire and willingness to learn. Counselor training sessions, involving horse handling, will focus on safety and components of leadership including awareness, assertiveness, verbal and nonverbal communication, and emotional intelligence.
The counselor training session is on Saturday, June 10 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Altadena Stables. For individuals who have a conflict with this date, there is a possibility of other arrangements. All participants for the training sessions must register in advance.
For more information and to register, call Teri Botfield directly at (818) 359-3594.

THE ROAD TO ROCKY PASS
Bolton Hall Museum and Little Landers Historical Society’s Second Saturday program for the month of June will take attendees on a journey in search for a primitive road from Montrose leading to a gap in the hills to the north.
The speaker for this program is Crescenta Valley historian and environmental and civil engineer Fred Hoeptner. Hoeptner found a 1913 account of a gap in the hills called Rocky Pass by the early residents of the area. His curiosity led to a search for the primitive road to Rocky Pass and a discovery of what that road might be today.
Additional information is available from Little Landers Historical Society, (818) 352-3420 or www.littlelandershistoricalsociety.org or email littlelanders@verizon.net.
The program is on Saturday, June 10 at 1 p.m. at Bolton Hall Museum
10110 Commerce Ave., Tujunga.
Parking is available a few doors uphill at the Elks Lodge. All are welcome to attend and entrance is free. Suggested donation is $3.

‘CASINO CARNIVALE’ AT LCWC
The La Crescenta Woman’s Club is hosting Casino Carnivale on June 10 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the recently renovated Clubhouse.
There will be blackjack, craps, roulette and Texas Hold’em. The evening includes a finger food buffet, live auction with some great offerings and the opportunity to win some fun baskets at the end of the evening
See the showgirls dance the Samba!
No-host bar with a special signature drink, and beer and wine. The tickets for the event are $50 per person. Tickets may be sold at the door (unless sold out) for $55 per person. For ticket information, call Maryann at (818) 219-1702.
Pay by credit card/PayPal at http://www.lacrescentawomansclub.org/upcomingevents.htm or mail a check to: LCWC, 4004 La Crescenta Ave., La Crescenta, CA 91214.
Help fund the local scholarships and other organizations that benefit from the hard work of the members of the La Crescenta Woman’s Club.
La Crescenta Woman’s Club, 4004 La Crescenta Ave., La Crescenta

VINTAGE TEA AND FASHION SHOW
The USC-VHH Women’s Council is hosting a vintage tea and fashion show on Thursday, June 15 at noon at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital council rooms.
Funds raised will benefit the new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
The cost is $30 per person/ RSVP by June 12 to Barbara.Jordan@VHH.USC.EDU or call (818) 952-2226.

NEPAL ON SIERRA CLUB ROSTER
The Crescenta Valley Sierra Club Group presents Fred Dong’s, Journey to Nepal on Tuesday, June 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the La Crescenta Library.
World traveler Fred Dong invites attendees to join him on a trip to Nepal to go trekking on a part of the famous route taken by climbers on the Everest Base Camp trail and from there get a glimpse of Mt. Everest. There will be historic sights in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Patan and chance to visit the Durbars in each town before the devastating 2015 earthquake. Chitwan National Park will be visited where there are rhinos and many other animals. A stop in Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha, is also included in the journey.
Before Dong’s talk on Nepal, Joan Thornton of Mayflower Tours, will give a short presentation on an East African Safari trip that is planned for next year by the Sierra Club.
This Sierra Club program is a free event and everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact Wayne Fisher at (818) 353-4181.
La Crescenta Library, 2809 Foothill Blvd.

SOROPTIMISTS HOLD INSTALLATION LUNCHEON
Soroptimist International of Glendale will hold an installation luncheon of its officers and board on Thursday, June 15 at the Oakmont Country Club. The cost is $40 per person. Reception is at 11:30 a.m., lunch at noon.
RSVP to susanhunt@gmail.com.
Oakmont Country Club, 3100 Country Club Drive, Glendale

FILM SCREENING AT DT GLENDALE LIBRARY
A screening of “Crows of the Desert – A Hero’s Journey through the Armenian Genocide” is scheduled for Thursday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the downtown central library auditorium. It will be followed by a discussion with the director Marta Houske and the grandson of Levon Yotnakhparian, Levon Parian. It is the true story of one man’s brave struggle to stay alive and to help save his fellow Armenian survivors from near extinction in the 20th century’s first genocide.
Downtown central library auditorium is located at 222 E. Harvard St. in Glendale.

EXHIBITION OF ROSTOM VOSKANIAN AND JENIK SIMONIAN COOK
The general public, art lovers and art collectors are invited to an art exhibit of accomplished painters, artists and sculptors Rostom Voskanian and Jenik Simonian Cook at Stephanie’s Art Gallery in La Cañada Flintridge. Early and late paintings of these rediscovered master painters will be on display from Friday, June 16 through June 18.
The opening reception is on Friday, June 16 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The exhibit will continue on Saturday and Sunday from noon to 6 pm.
Part of proceeds to benefit Ararat Foundation’s “Project Artsakh – Rebuilding Karvajar.”
Admission to the art exhibit is free of charge. Refreshments will be served.
Stephanie’s Art Gallery is located at 466 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Flintridge. For information, contact (818) 790-4905.

NOON CONCERTS OPEN
TO PUBLIC
Glendale Noon Concerts is a free-admission concert series that takes place every first and third Wednesday from 12:10 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. at the sanctuary of Glendale City Church.
The next concert is on June 21 and features violinist Jacqueline Suzuki and pianist Frank Basile performing Ravel, Mozart and Debussy.
For more information, email glendalesda@gmail.com or call (818) 244-7241.
Glendale City Church, 610 E. California Ave. (at Isabel) in Glendale.

PFAR HOSTS ‘THE BLIND TIGER’
On Thursday, June 22, the Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS® Charitable Foundation will host “The Blind Tiger” wine tasting and auction extravaganza at The Cellar at 26 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena.
The 26th Annual Wine Tasting and Charity Auction will be filled with a series of fun festivities that include a silent auction and wine toss, followed by a live auction later that evening. Wine, champagne and hors d’oeuvres will be furnished throughout the evening.
Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in the roaring ’20s theme as they partake in all of the exciting activities.
Tickets are currently available for $75 at www.pfar.org or by calling (626) 795-2455. All proceeds will be donated to local charities.
Sponsorship for the event is currently being requested. Please contact Roberta Dominguez at (626) 382-9759 for sponsor donations.
For information on the wine and auction charity evening as well as PFARCF’s upcoming events, please visit www.pfarcf.org.

NATURAL SELECTIONS AT BRAND LIBRARY
Brand Library & Art Center invites the public to the opening reception of “Natural Selections” an exhibition that celebrates the instinctive abilities of five artists: Amabelle Aguiluz, Sarajo Frieden, Wakana Kimura, Karin Lanzoni and Hiroko Yoshimoto. Purely non-representational or suggestively figurative, the works in this exhibition are deeply felt and allusive. Created in a variety of mediums, including painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, and installation, the works are inspirited by nature with vivid compositions of organic complexity. Intuitive forms emerge, driven by the technical facility of each artist, engaging the viewer in the thought provoking pursuit of meaning.
The opening reception is free and all artists will be in attendance. The exhibition will be on view through July 1.
Brand Library & Art Center is located at 1601 W. Mountain St. in Glendale.

FREE SENIOR LECTURE
Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital’s 50plus Program offers a senior lecture: “Elderly Emergency Preparedness” on Thursday, June 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
When help is needed in a hurry, it’s good to have the tools needed to stay safe and be healthy. Firefighter Gil Pedroza of Glendale Fire Dept. will share information about smoke detectors, fire extinguishers and home medication management, fall prevention, when to call 9-1-1 and home exit plans.
The lecture will take place in the Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center auditorium at 1420 S. Central Ave. in Glendale. Please RSVP by June 16 by calling (818) 502-2378. Seating is limited. www.glendlaememorialhospital.org
WRITING WORKSHOPS AT FLINTRIDGE BOOKSTORE
On Saturday and Sunday, July 8 and 9, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Flintridge Bookstore & Coffeehouse welcomes editor Laurie Gibson who leads workshops each day for writers of all levels as they move along the publishing path. Gibson has served nearly 200 first-time authors and also edited/proofread hundreds of published books. The fee for her program is $25 one session, either day or $45 for both sessions. Pre-registration through the bookstore is required.
The first session on July 8 is Book Publishing 1-2-3. Grab a pen for this popular, lively workshop, which is spiced with stories and tips to empower and inspire writers.
Session two on July 9 is Authors and Editors: Holding Hands or Butting Heads? Take a quick look at the various types of editing involved in creating a professional-caliber book. We’ll scan the spectrum, from helping clarify the author’s thinking during the creation stage (developmental editing) through the work that helps establish consistency (line editing and copyediting), and then the final polishing pass to ensure quality (proofreading).
Get ready to have conflict myths debunked – and the stereotype of the editor as a humorless grammarian brandishing a red pen.

We’ll end on a high note by sharing some funny “bloopers” with tips and tricks that writers can use to avoid making these same mistakes in their own work.
As a special bonus, attendees of this session will receive a professional edit of five pages of their manuscript.
La Cañada Flintridge native Laurie Gibson is a graduate of La Cañada High School, Pasadena City College, and California State University, Northridge. She has edited/proofread hundreds of books.
Flintridge Bookstore and Coffeehouse is located at 1010 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Flintridge, at the intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Angeles Crest Highway. For more information, call (818) 790-0717.

JOE’S MINIBIKE REUNION
Plans are being made for the 6th Annual Joe’s Minibike Reunion taking place on Oct. 14 at CV Park. The event is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is free to the public to attend.
For more information, visit www.joesminibikereunion.com.
CV Park, 3901 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta

LOCAL YOGA CLASS
Gentle/level one yoga classes continue on Friday mornings at 11 a.m. at St. Luke’s of Mountains Church.
This class will improve joint mobility, flexibility, muscle strength and balance and will include some restorative yoga poses to help the body heal its own aches and pains by engaging the parasympathetic system. Sessions will be 75 minutes. Instructor is experienced in many forms of yoga. Please bring mat.
Cost is $15 cash.
Questions? Contact maiedell45@gmail.com or call (818) 298-4589.
St. Luke’s is located at 2563 Foothill Blvd., at the corner of Rosemont, in La Crescenta.

FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY TOASTMASTERS CLUB
Foothills Community Toastmasters Club meets 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Monday night at 10700 Hillrose Circle in Sunland. Guests are always welcome at no charge.
Toastmasters International is a 91-plus-year-old worldwide organization of small neighborhood, company, community or organization sponsored clubs where people practice and get training in public speaking and leadership skills.
Foothills Community Toastmasters Club is the only official chapter in the Foothills area stretching from La Cañada Flintridge to Sylmar.
Anyone interested in visiting or learning more about the club should contact
fctmclub@gmail.com or visit www.foothillscommunitytoastmasters.club.

FREE DANCE CLASSES AT SUNLAND REC CENTER
The community is invited to take part in free Tuesday night dance classes at Sunland Recreation Center. Dances include Zumba, hip-hop and swing. No prior knowledge or experience required.
Couples and families are encouraged to attend.
Classes are from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Sunland Rec Center, 8651 Foothill Blvd., Sunland

FREE STROKE SUPPORT GROUP, AND HEART LECTURE
A stroke support group hosted by Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center meets the second Tuesday of each month from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Rehabilitation Conference Room on the third floor of the hospital.
The support group is open to caregivers, family members, friends and stroke survivors and will help with communication, education, and coping styles while building friendships, solving problems and sharing resources and experience.
RSVP by calling (818) 502-4725.
Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital is located at 1420 S. Central Ave. in Glendale.

COURSES AVAILABLE ON RELIEVING FINANCIAL STRESS
Life Improvement Courses are offered on “Principles of Prosperity,” “How to Obtain Financial Security” and “Overcoming Financial Stress” at the Church of Scientology Mission of the Foothills.
These courses help empower a person with the knowledge to overcome financial stress to prosper in life. Each course is $50, is done at the individual’s own pace and timing is flexible. A stress-free financial future can be attained and having the right knowledge can make all the difference.
These are just a few of the life improvement courses offered. Others available address various subjects. The classes are open Monday-Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information contact (818) 957-1500.
Church of Scientology Mission of the Foothills, 2254 Honolulu Ave. in
Montrose (entrance off Market Street, behind in parking lot).

FOOTHILLS PRO GROUP
The Foothills Professional Group meets every Wednesday morning from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Leon Lounge and Café. The group provides a structured and supportive system of giving and receiving business. It does so by providing an environment in which participants develop personal relationships with many other qualified business professionals. By establishing this “formal” relationship with other people, you may have the opportunity to substantially increase your business.
The cost is $15, which includes breakfast.
Leon Lounge and Café is located at 2519 Cañada Blvd., Glendale.

DBSA OFFERS SUPPORT GROUP
Depression Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) has a support group meeting every Tuesday at Vallejo Drive Adventist Church in Glendale every Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. DBSA provides hope, help, and support through peer-based, recovery oriented empowering services, and resources when people need them and how they need to receive them.
For more information, call Wanda Sellers at (818) 352-4346, email dbsalosangelesne@yahoo.com or visit dbsalosangelesne.org.
Vallejo Drive Adventist Church, 300 Vallejo Dr., Room 106 in Glendale.

NEWS FROM FRIENDS OF THE SUNLAND-TUJUNGA BRANCH LIBRARY
The bookstore of the Friends of the Sunland-Tujunga branch of the library, which is located inside the library, is filled with used books on almost every subject. There are books on psychology, religion, self-help, cooking, classics and many more subjects. It is open during library hours (except evenings). Prices range from 10 cents to a few dollars. All books are donated.
All monies collected from the sale of these books support the Sunland-Tujunga Branch Library in purchasing new books, DVDs and equipment. The Friends also supports programs for children and young adults as well as adults. It is a 501(c)(3) organization, so donations are tax deductible. Arrangements can be made to pick up large donations. Call the library at (818) 352-4481 to schedule a pick-up.
Sunland-Tujunga Branch Library, 7771 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga

TOPS OFFERS LOCAL MEETINGS
TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly – is a self-accountability group meeting held every Monday at Center for Spiritual Living, 4845 Dunsmore Ave. (at Santa Carlotta) in La Crescenta. Weigh-in begins at 5:30 p.m. with a one-hour meeting starting at 6 p.m.
A meeting is also held in Sunland every Thursday at New Hope Community Church, 10438 Oro Vista St. Weigh-in is at 6:30 p.m.; meeting at 7 p.m.
For more information, please contact Lisa O. Mayo, (626) 484-0554.

FREE DIABETES COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASS
The Diabetes Care Center at Glendale Adventist Medical Center invites the community to a free diabetes community education class held every Tuesday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the hospital (Committee Room A).
Participants will learn more about living with diabetes – care and treatment, healthy eating strategies – the importance of blood glucose monitoring and AIC and tools for healthy life style to reduce the risk of complications.
For more information or to RSVP, call (818) 409-8100.
Glendale Adventist Medical Center (Committee Room A – Ground Floor), 1509 Wilson Terrace, Glendale

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP AT Y
The Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA, in partnership with the La Leche League, is hosting a monthly lactation and infant development support group to help support new mothers. This monthly group meets on the third Friday of each month from noon-1 p.m. This group is free and open to the community and will answer all breastfeeding-related questions that new mothers may have.
The Y is also offering a Mindful Parenting Course designed to help parents connect to their children and raise them to thrive. This course is adapted from the work of Dan Siegal, M.D and will focus on reducing daily stress while connecting with your child. The classes meet weekly on Tuesdays. The course is open to all and there is a fee to attend.
For more information, contact the Y at (818) 790-0123.
The Y is located at 1930 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada.