By Jimean LEE Summer day and residential camps at the YMCA of the Foothills provide campers with the opportunity to build positive relationships while having memorable experiences. The summer camps are available to children of all ages, from preschoolers to eighth graders, and allow campers to build skills and confidence and learn values. Because many […]
This summer, local law enforcement officers will be dispensing well-deserved Slurpee justice to good kids in the City of Glendale. For the 22nd year, 7-Eleven is working with local police and sheriff’s departments to distribute free Slurpee drink coupons to children and youth through its popular Operation Chill community-service program. During 2017, 7-Eleven will issue […]
By Megan MELNYK Those who attend the weekly Sunday Montrose Harvest Market often find their senses entertained by the sights and sounds of the different booths that are lined up and down Honolulu Avenue. But those who take a moment to look away from the displays may find themselves encountering someone truly inspiring. On the […]
The Eagle Scout rank is the highest award in Scouting and its achievement is the most distinguished and honorable in a Scout’s career. To attain this coveted rank, a Scout must not only possess a personal willingness to fulfill the many requirements, but also to take upon many obligations and responsibilities. An Eagle Scout of […]
Valley View Elementary School ended the year with a final recycling day that brought in $331 worth of recyclables. Early estimates were that it was the biggest recycling event at the school. Credit was given to parent volunteers who helped pack up three truckloads of merchandise that were delivered to the recycling center. This past […]
The La Cañada Presbyterian Church’s (LCPC’s) Parent Education Program recently donated 10% of its fundraising proceeds, $4,312 in total, to local charities Harambee Christian Family Center and Elizabeth House. Harambee Christian Family Center emphasizes Christian education, affordable housing and employment opportunities through programs including after school programs, internships, preschool-sixth grade school, summer day camp and […]
Before the school year ended, Valley View celebrated its new computer lab with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in May before the beginning of the school’s open house. Principal Dr. Brook Reynolds opened the ceremony with a few words of gratitude, reflecting on the commitment and vision of the Valley View Foundation and the parents who made […]
At Mountain Avenue Elementary, two Girl Scouts transformed a rocky patch of ground into a certified monarch way station. With its brightly colored ornaments, the garden is a cheerful and inviting space. The new plants in the garden were selected to support the growth of monarch butterflies. Across the nation, community gardens such as this […]
The 24th Annual “I Love My Neighborhood” poster contest, sponsored by the Glendale Clean and Beautiful Committee, was held in April. Valley View second grade student Madelyn Montecillo (teacher – Vie Nazarian), fourth grader Alice Kim (teacher – Karla Bringas) and sixth grade student Steven Carris (teacher – Scott MacCreary) were among the 71 finalists […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Before heading off for summer break, Monte Vista students got an impressive astronomy lesson by an award-winning astronomer who also happens to be an awesome grandfather. Jay Pasachoff is the director of the Hopkins Observatory at Williams College and an expert on solar eclipses. He recently received the 2017 Richtmyer Memorial Lecture […]