CVCA Meets Tonight

The Crescenta Valley Community Assn. will have their monthly meeting tonight, Thursday, Feb. 28 at 6:30 p.m. The CVCA is a cross-jurisdictional, volunteer organization that encourages collaboration between community groups so that the Crescenta Valley can be represented with one voice. 

All are invited to attend at the La Crescenta Library, 2809 Foothill Blvd. in the community room (entrance off La Crescenta Avenue). For more information, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/393102097420539/.

Rosemont Preserve Open Gate
Event

An “open gate” event is taking place at the Rosemont Preserve on Sunday morning, March 3. This is a chance for residents to visit the Preserve and wander the trail at their own pace and enjoy the tranquil setting, the wildlife and the natural beauty. Photographers: bring your camera to capture the morning light and citizen scientists, bring your iNaturalist app to add to the wildlife sightings!

The gate will be open from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., and Friends of the Rosemont Preserve Committee members will be available to answer questions and present this community resource.

The Preserve is located at the north end of Rosemont Avenue, just past the chain link fence. As street parking is limited, please park at Two Strike Park, 5107 Rosemont Ave. Those planning on walking the trails should wear sturdy shoes. 

This event is free to the public and suitable for all ages; no reservations required. Rain cancels. Sorry, no pets please. 

For further information, contact the Friends of the Rosemont Preserve at RosemontFriends@gmail.com.

Increased Rebate and Class for Turf Removal

Foothill Municipal Water District (FMWD) is hosting a turf removal class on March 23 from 9 a.m. to noon at the La Cañada Presbyterian Church. Attendees will learn a DIY approach to convert their lawns into low-water-use and climate-appropriate landscapes. This class will cover removal of existing grass, design considerations, soil preparation, irrigation systems, planting and garden maintenance.

An incentive up to $2 per square foot for up to 5,000 square feet for homes and 50,000 square feet for commercial projects including schools and parks is being offered.

To RSVP for the class, contact Karen Oblak at koblak@fmwd.com or (818) 790-4036. To apply for turf removal incentives, visit bewaterwise.com and look for “Turf Replacement Program.” Applications will be available April 1.

La Cañada Presbyterian Church is located at 626 Foothill Blvd. in La Cañada. 

GEF To Honor Four

The Glendale Educational Foundation is preparing for its annual Disco and Diamonds event that takes place on Friday night, March 1 at The Castaway Restaurant in Burbank.

Honorees are Dwight Stone, recipient of the Distinguished Achievement in Health & Fitness Award; Gene “Chip” Stone, recipient of the Premier Rose Diamond Award; Louie Sadd, recipient of the Paragon Diamond Award; Angela M. Sanchez, recipient of the Hope Diamond Award.

The gala will take place at 6 p.m.

For more information, contact the Elsa Chagolla at (818) 247-0466.

Recall Issued for Boston Market Products

Bellisio Foods, a Jackson, Ohio establishment, is recalling approximately 173,376 pounds of frozen pork entree products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of glass or hard plastic, the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced on Tuesday.

The frozen, not ready-to-eat (NRTE) boneless pork rib patties were produced on various dates from Dec. 7, 2018 to Feb. 15, 2019. The following products are subject to recall: 14-oz. black cardboard box packages containing “Boston Market Home Style Meals Boneless Pork Rib Shaped Patty With BBQ Sauce & Mashed Potatoes” with Best By dates of Dec. 7, 2019, lot code 8341, Jan. 4, 2020, lot code 9004, Jan. 24, 2020 lot code 9024, or Feb. 15, 2020 lot code 9046, represented on the label.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 18297” on the end carton flap of the package. These items were shipped to a Dept. of Defense facility in Tucson, Arizona and retail locations nationwide.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Krista Cummings, Consumer Affairs supervisor, Bellisio Foods at (855) 871-9977.