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Downtown Alhambra presents
MainFest Music Festival Sept. 10
Downtown Alhambra panding downtown business area both artists have forged their own
and KYSR ALT 98.7 through art and music. Headliner solid paths in the electronic music
Radio Station will Capital Cities will perform its top scene.
present MainFest Music Festival hits, presented by KYSR Alt 98.7 !!! (Chk Chk Chk): !!! (gener-
at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, to Radio Station. ally pronounced "chk chk chk")
showcase the City of Alhambra's Bands include: is a dance-punk band that formed
expanding downtown business Capital Cities: Los Angeles in Sacramento in 1996.
area, while highlighting the indie electro unit Capital Cities Dead Sara: Two talented
diversity of the community. first came together as a duo of young women, singer Emily
MainFest will offer delicious composer and songwriters Ryan Armstrong and Siouxsie Medley,
The excitement is building for the Chamber’s Golf Tournament on food trucks, VIP Front Row Merchant and Sebu Simonian. front Los Angeles’ Dead Sara,
Oct. 19. Standing Tickets, dozens of Miami Horror: Australia's fa- a four-piece rock band whose
vendor booths, and much more vorite psychedelic-dance pioneers supercharged music is propelled
to be announced. For vendor Miami Horror are innovators in by Medley’s exhilarating, monster
Chamber Scholarship Golf information, e-mail info@main- the electronic music world. guitar riffs and Armstrong’s pow-
festalhambra.com. Be a part of Nite-Funk: When combined, erful vocals..
the more than 4,000 attendees Nite Jewel and Dâm-Funk can Thee Commons: Since band-
Tournament invites golfers,
as Alhambra celebrates its ex- be considered a supergroup, as ing together in 2012, psychedelic
>> see MAINFEST Page 4A
friends, businesses to
Alhambra Golf Course Oct. 19
The Alhambra Cham- graduating seniors at Alham-
ber of Commerce bra’s high schools: Alhambra
“Play Fore the Kids” High School, Mark Keppel
golf tournament is scheduled High School, San Gabriel
for Wednesday, Oct.19, with High School, Ramona Con-
a noon shot gun start at the vent Secondary School, and
Alhambra Golf Course, 630 Independence and Century
S. Almansor St. This year’s high schools.
tournament proceeds will “The Chamber’s Scholarship
once again help fund the Golf Tournament is our annual
Chamber’s annual scholar- golf tournament hosted at one
ship program supporting of our member’s golf courses,”
>> see GOLF TOURNAMENT Page 14A
CITY NEWS PAGE 2A
CHAMBER NEWS PAGE 10A
Board members, AUSD administrators, and City of Alhambra officials celebrate with inaugural Dual Immersion class.
COMMUNITY NEWS PAGE 16A
ACADEMIC NEWS PAGE 26A Alhambra School District launches
ALHAMBRA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Dual Immersion Program
104 S. First Street
Alhambra, CA 91801
BY ANTONIO GONZALES
On Aug. 16, the Alhambra School District comed its first Spanish Dual Immersion students,
celebrated a monumental event in the and Marguerita Elementary welcomed its first
district’s history: the debut of the Dual Mandarin Dual Immersion students. This long
Immersion Program at Marguerita and Fremont awaited event was kicked off with a festive ribbon
elementary schools. Fremont Elementary wel- cutting ceremony where board members, ad-
>> see DUAL IMMERSION PROGRAM Page 27A
2A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 09/2016
Among the police presentations was one of an armed and dangerous vehicle traffic stop. The K-9 presentations included an armed suspect fleeing from a police dog.
Police, community build ties at Night Out Against Crime
The Alhambra community turned out police and fire vehicles, police demon- a tour of the Alhambra Police Depart- Night Out Against Crime,” said Chief
in droves to commemorate “Night Out strations and tours, a gathering of City ment building — a modern structure Gomez-Whitely. “This year, our event
Against Crime,” an annual celebration departments, outside agencies and local complete, among other amenities, with saw a large turnout. People enjoyed
promoting police and community businesses sharing information of value a jail, a firing range, and a modern com- everything from the station tours and the
partnerships and camaraderie that make to residents, an outdoor musical concert, munications center in which thousands K-9 presentations to the fun interactive
neighborhoods safer, better places to live. and a summer picnic, complete with hot of calls, including 9-1-1 calls, are received events for the kids. We would also like
A national event, Night OutAgainst dogs and all the trimmings. Flags flew at and processed throughout the year. to thank our sponsors at Target, Jacmar,
Crime is celebrated throughout the half-staff, and police officer badges were Not part of the tour, but certainly of New Century BMW, GEO, the Alham-
country. decorated with a black stripe — both high interest to many attendees, was the bra Police Officers Association, and the
In Alhambra, the “block party” takes in recognition and honor of lives lost first glimpse of interim Chief of Police Alhambra Police Foundation. We stand
place in the front yard of the Alham- in recent attacks upon police officers Jackie Gomez-Whitely. together against the threat of crime in
bra Police Department as the area is nationwide. “We thank the community for our community.”
transformed into a massive exhibit of The longest line of the evening was for a successful 21st Annual Alhambra
VISIT THE CHAMBER ONLINE AT
alhambrachamber.org
09/2016 AROUND ALHAMBRA 3A
4A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 09/2016
MAINFEST
From Page 1A
cumbia-punk quartet Thee
Commons has made waves
in and around their home-
is a monthly publication with a total circulation of town of East LA.
40,000. It is mailed to every business and residence in
SWIMM: LA-based
the city of Alhambra. Around Alhambra is also mailed
to all interested local, state and county officials. psych-pop duo SWIMM
has created a sound that
We welcome comments, press releases and
blends ethereal sound-
community interest stories and will make every
effort to include all appropriate information. scapes and sun-soaked,
beachy vibes.
For advertising rates and other information, contact
Visit the DJ stage with
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce
local DJs Spinorita, Rem
104 S. First St., Alhambra, CA 91801
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] La’Mour, Miss Bliss, Eliza,
www.alhambrachamber.org Escosio, and more.
Check out the All Styles
Dance Battle on First
Street in front of Shaka’s
and Vino at Trio’s.
Vote for a favorite band
to play on the main stage
Executive Committee by liking the band’s photo
President: on Instagram or Facebook:
Evike Chang, Evike.com, Inc. @mainfestalhambra.
Secretary/Treasurer:
Tickets for MainFest,
Megan Moloughney, The Ratkovich Company/The Alhambra
$25, are on sale at www.
Immediate Past President:
mainfestalhambra.com
Robert Fukui, High Point Marketing
At-Large members: and Big T Mini Mart, 240
Frank Chen, Law Offices of Frank W. Chen W. Main St., Suite B/C.
Valarie Gomez, YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley
Lee Lieberg, LandZ Real Estate
Mark Paulson, Anthony Venti Realtors
Board of Directors
Nickie Chan, LifeWave
Toros Danielyan, Wells Fargo Bank
Rafael Garcia, Republic Services
Iris Lai, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center
Stephen Pan, New Century BMW
Joe Pavon, Al’s Towing
Helen Romero-Shaw, The Gas Company
Lorraine Simpson, Credit Union of Southern California
Craig Statton, Atherton Baptist Homes
Dr. David Snyder, Snyder Optometry, Inc.
Walter Tang, Superior Scientific
Joanna Vargas, The Fit Factor
Ambassadors
Nickie Chan, president
Sam Yue
Eddie Garcia
Phoebe Lew
Kay Lee Fukui A new music festival called MainFest will take place Road closures:
Mary Ann Torres-Co from 1 p. m.to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept.10, on Main On Friday, Sept. 9, from 11:30 p.m. to Sunday, Sept.
Frances Lo
Street between Garfield Avenue and Second Street. In 11, at 7 a.m., Main Street will be closed to all vehicle
Jewelyn Co
order to set up and build a stage, Main Street will be traffic between Garfield Avenue and Third Street. Fur-
Staff closed to all vehicle traffic starting at 11:30 p.m. on thermore, vehicular traffic on First and Second streets
Executive Director: Sharon Gibbs
Friday, Sept. 9, and will re-open to vehicle traffic at 7 will NOT be allowed to cross Main Street.
Membership/Advertising Sales: Stan Yonemoto
Legislative Affairs: Owen Guenthard a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11. Overnight parking restrictions will be relaxed
Office Manager: Irma Hernandez During MainFest, sidewalk access on Main Street from Sept. 9 through Sept. 11 from Chapel Avenue to
Editor: Dulcy Jenkins
between Garfield Avenue and Third Street will be Atlantic Boulevard and from Mission Road to Alham-
Writers: William Kinman, Gary Frueholz, Adriana Maestas
closed. Driveway access out of your residence will not bra Road. In addition, overnight parking restrictions
Office Assistant: Rosemarie Valerio
Published by: Alhambra Chamber of Commerce be restricted; however, there will be detours diverting will be relaxed in public parking lots and structures.
drivers around the road closure. Please plan according- If you have parking or detour questions, please
AROUND ALHAMBRA is not responsible nor liable for any claims or offerings, ly for your driving, biking, and walking needs on Main contact Public Works at 626-570-5067, or view the
nor responsible for product availability that may be advertised. Opinions
Street during the event. Also expect increased vehicle map and information on the City’s website at www.
expressed in columns, letters and guest editorials are those of the authors.
All rights reserved. Reproductions in whole or in part without permission and pedestrian traffic in the area and amplified music cityofalhambra.org or www.mainfestalhambra.com for
is prohibited.
during the festival. tickets and information.
09/2016 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 5A
Tiny Eagles basketball
season begins Sep. 10
Registration for the Tiny Eagles Basket- to the game of basketball, practice together
ball program began last month. The season with same-age children, absorb the skills
begins on Saturday, Sept. 10. A parent’s important to teamwork, and join in the
meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 7. satisfaction — win or lose — of a game
Register first- through fourth-graders well played.
for this program online at www.cityofal- Practices and games take place at the
hambra.org, contact the Almansor Park Granada Park Gymnasium, 2000 W. Hell-
Recreation Division Office at 626-570- man Ave., on Saturday mornings through
5081, or visit the office at 800 S. Almansor Nov. 19.
St. weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, phone
Children will learn the skills important 626-570-5081.
Bands, dance groups to perform
at Latino Heritage Month
Festival at Farmers Market
Latino Heritage Month will be cele- Ballet Coco, Ostia Band, Encuentro Latino
brated by featuring Alhambra’s own Arte Band, and a visit by a Mariachi band.
Flamenco Dance Theatre from 9 a.m. to Bouncers and crafts will be available for
1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, at the Alhambra children.
Farmers Market, Second Street from Main Stock up on fresh produce from the
to Commonwealth. vendors offering a wide variety of locally
Other featured performers include grown fruits and vegetables.
Leisure Class fall session
begins this month
Whether one’s goal is learning a new • Health & fitness classes
hobby, honing those tennis skills, expand- • Yoga classes
ing one’s dance repertoire, working toward • Tennis classes
new fitness goals, or just plain fun, there is Classes begin the week of Sept. 12.
a Leisure Class for everyone, including the It is possible to check out a class during
younger set. its first week under the Leisure Classes
Check out the City of Alhambra Sum- “guest” program. For a $7 guest fee, people
mer/Fall 2016 Leisure classes, activities & are invited to attend a class and, if still
Excursions Guide, available at www.cityofal- interested, they may register, applying their
hambra.org, and pick out classes under the guest fee toward the full registration fee.
following categories: Leisure Class registration continues
• Parent/child classes until Sunday, Sept. 25, but those interested
• Computer & academic classes are urged to register as early as possible to
• Arts & crafts classes ensure availability.
• Music classes Register online at www.cityofalhambra.
• Dance classes org.
Housing Rehabilitation
Program provides loan funds
to eligible property owners
The City of Alhambra’s Development or replaced will be in accordance with the
Services Housing Division offers a Mi- City’s rehabilitation standards.
nor Rehabilitation program for eligible The Housing Rehabilitation Program is
Homeowner Rehabilitation Projects. The made possible by the Federal Community
program will provide loan funds to eligible Development Block Grant (CDBG). The
property owners with construction repairs goal of the Homeowner Rehabilitation pro-
where the total is less than $50,000. gram is to improve the homes of Alhambra
The Housing Rehabilitation Program homeowners and to bring a substantial
is available to income qualified Alhambra benefit to the Alhambra community.
homeowners to assist in completing minor To request an application or additional
home repairs such as, but not limited to, information about the program, contact
roof replacement, chimney repair, ADA the Development Services, Housing Divi-
accessibility, wiring and electrical service, sion, at 626-570-5037, Monday through
and plumbing. All items that are repaired Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
6A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 09/2016
Library has programs for all ages
In addition to the special activities and Cream Social at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 0 to 3, is open to Alhambra resident par-
programs related to the “Crossed Pollina- 14, on the patio. Teens ages 14 to 18 are ents on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 1 and
tions” exhibit, the Alhambra Civic Center invited to attend and learn about the Teen 2, in the Children’s Room. Non-Alhambra
101 S. First St.
Library, 101 S. First St., has a lineup of Advisory Board. Ice cream follows the resident registration begins on Monday,
Alhambra, CA 91801
programs of special interest to all age meeting. Oct. 3. Please phone [phone], or
626-570-5008
groups. Teens ages 13 to 18 will make their visit Www.Alhambralibrary.Org/Kids/
www.alhambralibrary.org
Adult programs in September: own jewelry in a workshop led by Janell Kids.Html, For Complete Registration
Monday: 11 am - 9 pm The Orson Welles-directed Touch of Mithani at 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, Details.
Evil (PG-13) at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. in Reese Hall. Advance registration is Please Note that the popular Home-
Tuesday: 10 am - 9 pm
6, in Reese Hall. This 1958 film features required; all supplies will be provided. work Assistance program begins again in
Wednesday: 10 am - 9 pm
Charlton Heston and Janet Leigh. Children’s programs in September: October, running through April 2017.
Thursday: 10 am - 5 pm
“SKC” – the “Scrapbooking, Knitting, Family Story Time, for families with Under the program, volunteers help
Friday: 10 am - 5 pm
Crocheting” group of crafters meets at children ages 5 to 12, is offered at 7 p.m. children 5 to 12 years of age with their
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, in Reese Hall. each Wednesday in the Story Time Room. homework assignments in the Children’s
Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm Other crafters are invited. This program includes stories and other Room.
Teen programs in September: activities. The library is recruiting volunteers —
Teen Advisory Board meeting and Ice Dave Boatman’s “Wimpy Kid Cartoon high school and college students looking
Class” will be offered at 3 p.m. Saturday, for volunteer experience — who are open
Sept. 17, in Reese Hall. Mr. Boatman to volunteering from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30
will show children, ages 6 to 12, how to p.m. Mondays, Tuesday, and Wednesdays.
draw Jeff Kinney’s famous characters and Fingerprinting is required for each volun-
also share fun facts about the author. No teer prior to their start date.
registration required; space and supplies Potential volunteers are asked to phone
are limited. 626-570-3215, or visit the Alhambra Civ-
Registration for the fall 2016, session 2, ic Center Library for detailed Homework
Early Literacy Story Time, for children ages Assistance information.
To Advertise
in Around Alhambra
call
626-282-8481
09/2016 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 7A
From left are Xi Tang, He He Curis, and Guangyu Liu, environmental educators profiled in
the Exhibition. They work at Xishaungbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Yunnan, China.
Alhambra Civic Center Library
presents ‘Crossed Pollinations’
exhibit, community festival
A new and creative exhibit, “Crossed ing medium, including pattern making,
Pollinations” and community festival, will scientific illustration or collage, to create
be at the Alhambra Civic Center Library, with. All materials and instruction will be
101 S. First St., from Tuesday, Sept. 20, provided.
through Sunday, Oct. 2. Sunday, Oct. 2 , at the Farmer’s Market
At 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 20, The Crossed on Second Street – vendors, once again,
Pollinations experience and program will spotlight Chinese agriculture, produce, and
offer exhibit tours and mingling. The flowers. Beginning at 8:30 a.m. a “#nature
Crossed Pollinations Keynote address will #scavengerhunt #competition” will take
be at 6 p.m., when exhibit creators will place. Teams of three to five participants will
explain and reveal the understanding and explore the area for examples of different
respect for nature and the community insects, invertebrates, plants, mushrooms,
that will result from this entire experi- etc. documenting their findings and ob-
ence, aided by Youth Ambassadors, local servations on iNaturalist. Teams with the
multilingual and multicultural youth who most observations win prizes, which will
will assist those in attendance with exhibit be handed out at a meeting in the library’s
interpretation. Reese Hall at 2 p.m. To participate, teams
The Crossed Pollinations subtitle is “In- must sign up in advance. Please visit the
vestigating Nature & Culture in China,” and Crossed Pollinations website at http://
the program’s poster heading better explains www.crossedpollinations.org/.
what will happen: “Two weekends of flow- Preceding the Crossed Pollinations ex-
ers, art, nature love, and community fun.” hibit, and related to its objectives, are three
The main library passageway, from the special children’s programs in the library:
First Street entrance to the Second Street Play with Native Collages program at
entrance, will be decorated with freestand- 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, for children
ing educational panels containing conver- ages 6 to 12.
sations and dialogues concerning nature DIY Origami Flowers & Vases pro-
and culture. Viewers will be invited to gram at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7, for
write their comments on slips of paper and children ages 8 to 12.
attach them to the exhibit, allowing other Watercolor Your Chinese Zodiac
viewers to share the attitudes and feelings Character, featuring personal Chinese
with their fellow community residents. zodiac characters, at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept.
Programming during this period 15, for children ages 8 to 12.
includes: Each program will explore nature and
Saturday, Sept. 24, at 1 p.m. in Reese culture through different artistic mediums.
Hall – a “Why We Paint Flowers” round- Spaces for the children’s programs are
table discussion featuring artists from the limited, and pre-registration — in the
community who are influenced by the Children’s Room — is required.
decorative and symbolic nature of flowers. The entire Crossed Pollinations project
Audience members are encouraged to par- and programming is the brainchild of not-
ticipate by bringing their favorite flower, ed artist and educator (teacher of Environ-
flower drawing, or object with a flower mental Science at Alhambra High School)
motif to share with the group. Andrea Lofthouse-Quesada, her team of
Sunday, Sept. 25, at the Farmer’s creative progessionals and volunteers, and
Market on Second Street – market vendors with the support of community partners-
will spotlight Chinese agriculture, produce, BGCI: Plants for the Planet, the Chinese
and flowers at their booths and showcase American Education Association, and the
the products’ natural history and Chinese Alhambra Civic Center Library.
origins. To learn more about this project, and
Saturday, Oct. 1, at 1 p.m. in Reese brief bios of Ms. Lofthouse-Quesada and
Hall – a “Be an Artist for a Day” workshop her team, please visit the Crossed Pollina-
during which participants will choose a tions website at http://www.crossedpollina-
style of flower-inspired art and an inspir- tions.org/.
8A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 09/2016
Dine Alhambra 2016 delicious success;
Coordinating Council meets on Sept. 21
Th e Alhambra Community delicious success while raising funds Kiwanis Club of Alhambra and So-
Coordinating Council (ACCC), in for important community needs: roptimist of Alhambra – San Gabriel
collaboration with the Downtown Alondra’s Hot Wings – Alhambra – San Marino.
Alhambra Business Association, American Little League. For more information about the
kicked off the inaugural “Dine Blaze Pizza – JayVee Dance. Emergency First Responders Fund,
Alhambra”city-wide fund raiser with Charlie’s Trio – Alhambra Wom- please contact Chris Paulson at 626-
great success. Participating restaurants en’s Club. 570-5090 orcpaulson@cityofalham-
were partnered with community ser- Diner on Main – East Alhambra bra.org.
vice organizations that promoted the Little League. Alhambra Coordinating Council’s
event to their network of members, Th e Habit – Alhambra Police As- upcoming community event: Teen
friends, family, and colleagues. sociation, Alhambra Fire Association Dating Violence Workshop – 7 p.m.
Each restaurant donated a and CERT Oct. 19 at Alhambra Library, 101 S.
minimum of 20% of the lunch or Hot Red Bus – Alhambra City First St. Community professionals
dinner proceeds to the Emergency Hall. will provide information and resourc-
First Responders Fund. Th is fund Jasmine House – AYSO – Region es to keep parents and teens safe from
will be used by Alhambra Police and 60 Alhambra. an increasing epidemic in the youth
Firefi ghters when they encounter Shakas – Alhambra Latino community.
individuals or families in need of Association. Th e Council’s next meeting is at
immediate and temporary fi nancial Jasmine House – Alhambra Police 7 p.m., Sept. 21, at the Alhambra
assistance, such as providing a hungry Foundation. Library. All are welcome.
family a hot meal. Th ai Purple – Th e Granada. Questions about the Coordinating
A special thank you to the fol- 38 Degrees – SGV New Gen Council should be directed to Paolo
lowing restaurants and community Rotary. Kespradit at 626-570-5010, or e-mail
organizations for helping to make the Twoheys – Atherton/First Baptist him at pkespradit@cityofalhambra.
1st Annual Dine Alhambra Week a Church, Rotary Club of Alhambra, org.
Alhambra residents are invited to
‘Coffee with a Cop’ Sept. 28
“Coff ee with a Cop,” a unique and emergencies and in highly emotional problems, with community members
successful national program support- situations. Th is Coff ee with a Cop taking an active role in the process of
ed by the United States Department event will off er a time of leisure and problem solving.
of Justice, is returning to Alhambra. informal interaction between Alham- Community participants are free
Alhambra Police Department offi - bra police offi cers and community to ask questions, bring up concerns,
cers invite Alhambra residents to have members, creating an atmosphere or simply to become better acquainted
a cup of coff ee — and talk — from of comfort for sharing information with the men and women in blue who
7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. about the community. serve the community. Please join Al-
28, at the IHOP Restaurant, 701 S. Coff ee with a Cop is an extension hambra police offi cers for this event,
Fremont Ave., Alhambra. of the concept of Community Ori- whether for just a few minutes or for
Most contacts between police offi - ented Policing, a collaboration be- the entirety, as they look forward to
cers and community members occur tween the police and the community building relationships with the com-
during times of stress: community that identifi es and solves community munity they protect and serve.
09/2016 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 9A
Republic Services
offers regular ‘sharps’
disposal program
The disposal of medical “sharps” (sy- one-gallon sharps containers, instructions,
ringes used on humans or pets including and a pre-paid postage mailing packet to
hypodermic needles, pen needles, intrave- use when the container is full. To request
nous needles, lancets, and other devices for a free kit, please contact Republic Services
testing or the delivery of medications) in Customer Service at 855-737-7871.
the trash is prohibited by law, thus requir- To view a video demonstrating the
ing special disposal procedures to protect entire Mail Back procedure, visitwww.
the public from possible serious injury or republicservices.com. Click on Residences;
infection. click on Sharps & Needle Disposal.
The County of Los Angeles Department Residents who prefer to drop off their
of Public Works accepts disposal of sharps sharps can visit the County’s S.A.F.E. Col-
— in special containers that can be picked lection Centers throughout Los Angeles
up free at the County’s designated distribu- County, which are open from 9 a.m. to
tion centers — at its scheduled Household 3 p.m. each Saturday and Sunday, except
Hazardous Waste collection events, such as on rainy days. The two closest centers
the one that took place in Alhambra last to Alhambra are the East Los Angeles/
month. Washington Boulevard center at 2649 E.
On a regular basis, however, Alhambra Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, and the
families using these devices in their regular LA-Glendale center at 4600 Colorado
home health care maintenance can, under Blvd, Los Angeles.
a special “Sharps & Needle Disposal” For information concerning S.A.F.E.
program, safely dispose of their sharps Collection Centers, please phone
through Republic Services, Alhambra’s 888-CLEAN-LA, or go to www.CleanLA.
trash disposal provider. com, click on Household Hazardous Waste
The Mail Back program offers Republic and look under Permanent Collection
Services Residential Sharps Mail-Back Centers.
Kits for free, four per year, which contain
The following crimes were reported to the Alhambra Police Department during
July. The areas of occurrence are listed to the nearest block--not exact addresses. By
publishing these reports, it is hoped that Alhambra residents will take the necessary
measures to ensure their individual safety, as well as the safety of their property.
Neighborhood Watch Works! To join Neighborhood Watch, or for more crime
prevention information and safety tips, contact the Alhambra Police Department
Crime Prevention Office at 626-570-5177.
District One District Two District Three District Four
Burglary (3) Burglary (3) Burglary (1) Burglary (5)
900 N. Story 800 W. Front 100 S. Stockbridge 2000 S. Fremont
800 W. Mission 600 S. Chapel Theft/Burglary 1600 S. Meridian
100 S. Hidalgo 1600 S. Fourth from Vehicle (9) 1200 S. Ethel
Theft/Burglary Theft/Burglary 2200 W. Poplar 2900 W. Ramona
from Vehicle (8) from Vehicle (11) 2200 W. Commonwealth 2600 S. El Paseo
800 N. Garfield 800 S. Garfield 3100 W. Sherwood Theft/Burglary
400 E. Main 2000 S. Monterey 2500 W. Grand from Vehicle (8)
700 E. Main 600 E. Valley 200 N. Curtis 1300 S. Edgewood
1000 E. Main 800 E. Valley 600 S. Orange Grove 800 S. Marguerita
400 N. Stoneman 900 W. San Marino 2100 W. Main 1400 S. Marguerita
1000 N. Stoneman 1800 S. Stoneman 100 S. Palm 2400 S. Florentina
400 W. Commonwealth Third / Valley 1900 W. Pepper 2100 W. Hellman
100 E. Pine 1500 S. Second 1400 S. Atlantic
Grand Theft Auto (5) 1200 S. Fifth Grand Theft Auto (6) 800 S. Olive
00 N. First 1600 S. Sixth 100 Westmont 2300 S. El Paseo
100 N. Garfield 1800 S. Eighth 2400 W. Alhambra Grand Theft Auto (3)
200 W. Main Grand Theft Auto (7)1600 W. Larch 1800 Parkview
500 W. Main 1500 S. Second 300 N. Bushnell 2200 S. Palm
700 E. Main 600 S. Sierra Vista 500 S. Palm Edgewood / Ramona
Robbery (0) 1600 S. Sierra Vista Pepper / Raymond Robbery (0)
700 S. Chapel Robbery (3) 1100 W. Valley
600 E. Ross 2400 W. Commonwealth 1800 W. Valley
400 W. Valley 2500 W. Commonwealth 2500 W. Norwood
700 E. Valley 2500 W. Main 2100 S. Meridian
Robbery (2) 2400 W. Ramona
800 E. Valley 3100 W. Ramona
1400 E. Valley 1400 S. Milton
1600 S. Cabrillo
1800 S. Glenview
Grand Theft Auto (1)
1800 S. Edgewood
Robbery (1)
1800 S. Marengo
10A CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 09/2016
It’s all about networking
Join the Chamber for an informal social where business people get
together, exchange ideas, and develop new relationships. These monthly
networking programs are sponsored by and hosted at Chamber member
establishments.
Networking is one of the most affordable means of marketing resulting in
invaluable personal referrals and word-of-mouth advertising.
So, don’t hesitate. Bring plenty of business cards and a winning handshake
to the next Business After Hours and develop a synergistic group of
business contacts.
This month’s Business After Hours Mixer will
take place
Wednesday, Sept. 28
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Hosted by the Alhambra Golf Course
630 S. Almansor St., Alhambra 91801
Alhambra Golf Course is a 100-acre facility with a banquet hall, driving
range, golf shop, and clubhouse. It is managed by Director Jerry Wisz
of Golf Wisz Corp. and was built and is owned by the City of Alhambra.
Alhambra Golf Course is known for having the best greens in the San
Gabriel Valley, which draws a lot of visitors.
Cost: $10 for members
$15 for non-members
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phone the Chamber at 626-282-8481.
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