By Michael YEGHIAYAN Oftentimes, a business’ contribution to the community is subjective and difficult to measure. However, occasionally a business is so deeply rooted into an area that its importance is beyond question. Such is the case with the longstanding La Crescenta institution, Crippen Mortuary. Founded by William and Ethel Crippen in 1928, Crippen Mortuary […]
By Shari EMAMI A sunny day filled with horses, celebrities and children was found at the annual Ahead With Horses Fun Day fundraiser on Sunday, June 11. “[It is] so exciting to see everyone here. I truly believe in this organization. They need love and support,” said former actress turned therapist Dr. Ava Cadell. The […]
The Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce Art Walk 2010 takes place on Saturday, July 10 and is open to fine artists who are interested in demonstrating and selling their work. This will be the second of the four Art Walks scheduled by the Chamber this year. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to […]
Congratulations Terry, we are so happy for you. After 34 years working for So. Cal. Gas Co., you have earned your time to travel and relax, but first: you have a honey do list that has your name all over it! We love you! Terry, Tracy & Travis
For the third year in a row, the Crescenta Valley Fireworks Association brought a phenomenal 4th of July Celebration back to the foothills. Plans for the 2010 show are now under way. Although the show is enjoyed by many there are many expenses that have to be considered and paid prior to the event. Some […]
By Shari EMAMI Ahead With Horses Inc. is hosting its annual children’s demonstration known as Fun Day this Sunday, June 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Started in 1969 by Liz Helms, Ahead With Horses maximizes the potential of disabled, disadvantaged and special needs children by providing developmental therapy, education and recreation through horses […]
For 35 years the dental offices at 4519 Castle Road have been synonymous with family dentistry. When patients enter the La Cañada Dental Group they are entering a dental office home. “We have [patients] that came here when they were children and now they bring their children,” said Sonia Tomic, front office. There are even […]
On Thursday evening, May 20, YMCA volunteers, staff, friends and family gathered at the Crescenta-Cañada facility to celebrate the presentation of the 2009-10 volunteer awards. Established in 1989, the Pat Aho Volunteer of the Year Award is dedicated to former staff member and current board member Pat Aho. This award recognizes individuals and couples who […]
By Shari EMAMI The Desi Geestman Foundation held its ribbon cutting event at its new location on May 22. The ribbon cutting was from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and was attended by over 60 people. Some of the guest speakers included CV honorary mayor Steve Pierce, CV Chamber of Commerce president Jean Maluccio and […]
By Mary O’KEEFE This weekend shoppers and artists will meet on common ground along Honolulu Avenue in the Montrose Shopping Park as they have for the last 27 years. The Annual Montrose Arts and Crafts Festival is well known to artists throughout several western states as the place to show and sell their art and […]