Meeting Planned for CVHS Athletic Field Improvement

A meeting will be held at the Crescenta Valley High School auditorium on March 5 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. to discuss the environmental impact report on the proposed installation of stands and lights for the school field. The public is encouraged to attend to voice support and opposition of the project.

The auditorium is located in the 4300 block of Ramsdell Avenue in La Crescenta.

Daylight Saving Time

Daylight Saving Time kicks in on Sunday morning, March 8 at 2 a.m. Californians have to move their clocks forward one hour. The Los Angeles County Fire Dept. reminds everyone to also change the batteries in every smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector in their homes.

CV CERT and CV Station to Host Disaster Preparedness Classes

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program is an all-risk, all-hazard training. This valuable course is designed to help residents protect themselves, their family, their neighbors and neighborhoods in an emergency situation.

Certification classes are held at the CV Sheriff’s Station, 4554 Briggs Ave. in La Crescenta. The next session begins on Saturday, March 7 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Classes are Tuesday, March 10, Wednesday, March 11 and Thursday, March 12 from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendance to all classes is mandatory to receive certification.

For registration or questions contact Deputy Maryann Martin, Crescenta Valley Sheriff Station, at (818) 236-4021 or CV Sheriff volunteers/CV CERT coordinators Paul or Lisa Dutton at (818) 249-8378 or email Midnightscout@sbcglobal.net.

Rosemont Preserve Open Gate Afternoon

An “open gate” event is taking place at the Rosemont Preserve on Sunday morning, March 7. 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 wildlife sightings!

The gate will be open from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., and a friend of the Rosemont Preserve Committee 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. 

Those with mobility issues who require a closer parking spot should contact the Rosemont Preserve Committee.

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.

Prayer Breakfast Celebrated

On Saturday at 9 a.m. at St. Luke’s of the Mountains, a multi-denominational prayer breakfast is being held. Guest speaker is Crescenta Valley High School principal Linda Junge.

Tickets are $10 and available at the door.