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COURIER photos/Steven Felschundneff Claremont High School senior Jeremy Giles celebrates scoring the Wolfpacks first run during CHS 5-4 victory over Upland High School in a wild card playoff game during the 2013 CIF Southern Section Baseball Championships on Tuesday in Upland. Giles had a good game, including a 2 run homerun in the sixth inning. Led by the pitching of sophomore Tyler Witt, the Wolfpack narrowly defeated the Scots, 5-4, and will advance to the regular CIF bracket.
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Claremont High School student Eli Tanenbaum entertains a group of teachers from Chaparral with his card tricks on Wednesday during the annual teacher appreciation luncheon at Cahuilla Park. To his left is teacher Jennifer Kilpatrick, who taught Eli in the first grade.
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picnic areas; clearer signs and maps; stronger control of crime, litter and vandalism; public transportation to popular destinations; better protection of sensitive and endangered species; and more extensive linkages of wildlife habitats and hiking trails throughout the region. The next step is for our legislators Rep. Judy Chu, Sen. Diane Feinstein and Sen. Barbara Boxerto introduce bills in the House and Senate. Local agencies and individuals must stay involved in the process. Several key issues need to be worked out. The current recommendation proposes that the San Gabriel National Recreation Area be a branch of the existing Santa Monica National Recreation Area; however it may be more efficient to create a separate entity. The current recommendation supports local control, but in the legislative process, that control may be eroded. It is also critical that recreational use be balanced with protection of watershed, habitat and wildlife, particularly for sensitive and endangered species. Over 70 percent of Los Angeles Countys open space is in the San Gabriels, 33 percent of its water comes from them, and 3.5 million of us visit the area each year. This issue is too important to be stuffed in a government officials drawer. The best places to look for more information are the web site for San Gabriel Mountains Forever, a coalition of environmental groups supporting the National Recreation Area designation, and the National Park Services page on San
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City denies wrongdoing in response to Pizza N Such lawsuit
ity officials have rejected accusations of wrongdoing as cited in a complaint filed with the Los Angeles Superior Court by Mike and Sue Verbal of Claremonts Pizza N Such restaurant.
encouraged by then City Manager Glenn Southard to expand their business. They decided to do so in 2002, paying $108,000 ($119,333.66 with interest) for 12 parking spaces as agreed upon with the city and dictated by the citys development requirements. Because there was not enough space to add 12 new spaces to the already packed Village area, the Verbals money went Last August, the Verbals filed the complaint claiming toward an in-lieu parking fund, which the Verbals conthe city of Claremont had violated an agreement contract said can only be spent for the acquisition and denected to more than $150,000 of in-lieu parking fees velopment of off-street parking for the Claremont the couple paid to the city in the early 2000s. The Ver- Village, or reimbursement of private providers of such bals believe the city misused the money, which was in- parking. tended to pay for development of parking for use by The Verbals paid additional in-lieu parking fees, for customers dining at their restaurant in the Village. Mr. a total of $45,000, in order to rescind a previously imVerbal says he later learned that his money was instead posed occupancy restriction. used for the 4-story parking structure just west of the Similar to their first in-lieu parking agreement, the Packing House on First Street in Village West. second contract stated that the fees would be placed in City administrators and attorneys refused comment: a fund, which can only be spent for use in creating more The city will respond through litigation, City Man- off-street parking for the Claremont Village. If not used ager Tony Ramos stated earlier this month. for that specific purpose, the agreement promised reIn a response to the Verbals claim filed with the Su- imbursement of private providers of such parking. perior Court last week, the city denied each and every After discovering their money was used for the Vilallegation and cause of action, while further asserting lage West parking structure, the Verbals filed a claim that the Verbals are not entitled to relief against the last August, hoping for an explanation and possible reCity as sought by the Complaint. In turn, the city is imbursement. However, their request was denied. Mr. asking that the court grant a recovery of its legal costs Verbal said he felt he was driven to take matters a step associated with the suit. further in filing a complaint and leading toward possiOfficials claim 18 legal defenses against the Verbals ble litigation. case, as detailed in the response. They first state that the Mr. Verbal paid the money and the city was conVerbals do not have sufficient facts to take legal action tractually obligated to use that money within 10 years against the city and that the Verbals claim does not to do an assessment. It was not used, explained meet the necessary statute of limitations, which gives Lawrence C. Ecoff, the Verbals attorney. [Mr. Verbal] a maximum time period in which legal action can be is being blamed for the citys wrongdoing. taken against an alleged wrongdoing. Though they list 18 arguments against the Verbals Matters in the Verbals case date back to the early case, Mr. Ecoff asserts the citys defense is frivolous 2000s, at which time they have affirmed that they were and lacking in any real substance.
Mr. Verbal paid the money and the city was contractually obligated to use that money within 10 years to do an assessment. It was not used. Hes being blamed for the citys wrongdoing.
Lawrence Ecoff attorney for Mike and Sue Verbal
There were no facts given to support their defenses, Mr. Ecoff said. It was your typical boilerplate response to a lawsuit. Mr. Verbal plans to get the explanation he is looking for, even if that means taking the matter to court, according to Mr. Ecoff. He shared that his client has filed a challenge to the citys response because Mr. Verbal feels it fails to adequately address the issues brought forward in the initial complaint. We plan to take the city to task and get some answers, Mr. Ecoff said. We want to know why the city didnt use the money as they were obligated to do so.
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Police collect 500 pounds of unused medication

On Saturday, April 27, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Claremont Police Department collected 500 pounds of medication from members of the community as part of the sixth National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. This event aims to provide a safe, convenient and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of these
medications. Though the event has ended, the Claremont Police Department continues to offer its service in safely disposing medication year-round. A prescription drug drop-off box is available in the police department lobby during normal business hours from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day. Officers ask that you place prescription drugs in a Ziploc bag for disposal in the drop box. The dropoff is limited to prescription drugs only. For more information, call 399-5411.
Commission applicants wanted

Residents interested in taking a more active role in the citys decision-making process are encouraged to apply for appointment to a city commission. Applications are currently being accepted to fill potential endof-term vacancies on various commissions. Applications should be filed with the city clerks office by 6 p.m. on Monday, June 10. Visit the citys website, www.ci.claremont.ca.us, or call 399-5461 for more information. glossy-cover variety. This magazine contained 3 unused bullets. Police recovered the discarded property, but at this point it hasnt been claimed. **** A Claremont resident and friend were arrested Tuesday afternoon after deciding to strip stolen copper wiring in the middle of a public park. Police spotted 23-year-old Tyler Wise and 21-year-old Nicholas Palazzolo of Alta Loma with the wiring at Chaparral Park, 1800 N. Mills Ave., according to Lt. Ciszek. Their storythat the wire had not been stolen from the park but taken from Mr. Wises hometurned out to be true. However, the wire had not been a free handout from mom and dad. After police determined that the wire had been taken without permission from the house, Mr. Wise and Mr. Palazzolo were arrested for burglary and possession of stolen property.
Saturday, May 11 A Harvey Mudd College student was delayed in studying for finals on Saturday. The student reported that his laptop and game device had been stolen from a common area of Linde Residence Hall, 550 E. Foothill Blvd. There are no suspects. Sunday, May 12 A bit of paranoia made matters worse for 2 men hanging around the Burger King, 517 E. Foothill Blvd. The police report alleges the men quickly turned and walked into a nearby building the moment they spotted the police officer. The same officer saw the men awhile later and attempted to question them, but instead of pausing for the officer they took off running, jumping over fences in their attempt to escape, according to Lieutenant Mike Ciszek. One did indeed get away; the second was not so lucky. Deshon Casey, 37, of Pomona was arrested for resisting an officer. Police are
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still looking for his friend, who they allege is wanted for an outstanding warrant. **** A man refused treatment after sustaining injuries from a serious 2-car crash Sunday night. The man had been heading west on Mt. Baldy Road and failed to stop at Padua, colliding in the intersection with a vehicle traveling north on Padua, according to Lt. Ciszek. The fire department responded. Though the man complained of pain to his knee and chest, he refused to be transferred to the hospital. No one else was hurt. Monday, May 13 A brush fire burned approximately one-third of an acre in a vacant field just north of Oak Park Cemetery, 410 Sycamore Ave., on Monday at about 8:15 p.m. The blaze was extinguished within 20 minutes with help from fire engines out of Los Angeles County and the Montclair Fire Department. No structures were damaged and no injuries were
reported. The Claremont Police Department and the Los Angeles County Fire Departments arson investigation team are investigating the cause of the fire. Reports say that 2 juveniles were seen running from the field seconds after the fire started. However, no suspects had been found as of press time. They are just ghosts at this point, Lt. Ciszek said. **** Being discreet was not part of the plan for Michael Turner, a 25-year-old resident of Pomona. Mr. Turner was walking along Indian Hill Boulevard during rush hour when he decided to throw a rock through the window of a car parked outside Wine and Liquor Mart, 750 S. Indian Hill Blvd. Unfortunately for Mr. Turner, a police officer saw it all. Mr. Turner was arrested for vandalism. His motive is unknown. Tuesday, May 14 A magazine was found in the middle of the Berkeley and Eighth Street intersection on Tuesday, and not of the
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Council, taxpayer association rep get into debate over water
ost everyone had water on the brain at the Claremont City Council on Tuesday night, not only because of the heat outside, but because of a heated discussion within the doors of city hall.
On May 9, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) granted Golden State Water Company the water rate increases they sought for 2013-2015, announced City Manager Tony Ramos. Rates will rise to 15.6 percent in 2013 with smaller increases of 2.7 and 1.8 in 2014 and 2015. The CPUCs final decision corresponds with the settlement reached by the water company and the Division of Ratepayer Advocates. Golden State initially requested at 24 percent increase, 15.6 percent represents a compromise. Since the new rates were expected to go into effect on January 1 of this year, the CPUC also granted Golden State Water the ability to charge a Water Rate Adjustment Mechanism (WRAM), an extra surcharge added to water bills to make up for the revenue lost since January 1. City officials have not been quiet about their displeasure with the Claremonts mounting water prices since Golden State Company first filed for rate increases in July 2011. With a dedicated group of citizens, the city of Claremont has been actively fighting the increases, even going so far as to answer some residents call to take the power of rate increases out of the water companys hands. In early 2012, the council unanimously agreed to work toward purchase of its water system even if it could only be done through eminent domain. The water company has responded in kind, stating on numerous occasions that it is not interested in selling. Council members were no less vocal
of their disapproval of the water company and the CPUC as they responded to Chris Mann, a Banning resident CITY who came forward on beCOUNCIL half of the Inland Empire Taxpayers Association to dissuade water acquisition. The council questioned Mr. Mann and pointed out that he is the owner of Mann Communications, a public relations company, although he claims to have never spoken with Golden State Water representative. Mann Communications specializes in land-use entitlement and development consulting and political campaign strategy, which includes providing community outreach services for public agencies. Mr. Mann, who asserts he was asked to attend the meeting by Claremont residents, questioned the citys ability to effectively manage the water system better than Golden State Water. The current provider has a pretty good record on water quality, Mr. Mann said, who also challenged the citys ability to respond effectively in an emergency and its ability to keep rates from continuing to rise. Council member Sam Pedroza pointed out that being able to have public discussion locally and not by a board in San Francisco will be one advantage in the citys favor. We know increases happen whether private or public. How they happen, I think, is the difference, Mr. Pedroza said. Mr. Mann is also a former member of the board of the San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency. Council approves sanitation increase As water rates rise, so do the citys sanitation rates though an exponentially lower rate. The council unanimously approved a 2 percent sanitation rate increase to begin taking effect on July 1. The average sanitation bill will increase by less than a dollar.
The rate increase was deemed necessary in order to make up for a projected shortage in the citys sanitation fund. According to city policy, a minimum of 15 percent of the Sanitation Fund must be set aside for emergency or maintenance use. A recent review of fiscal year 20132014 finances revealed that needed vehicle replacements and other operational costs would put the sanitation fund below the required 15 percent minimum. The sanitation fee was approved after a 2-month protest period as required by The Right to Vote On Taxes Act, granting those who pay sanitation fees the ability to protest proposed rate increases. In March, Claremont residents received a public notice informing them of the proposed increase of the protest process. A majority equaling 4,959 protests was needed in order to stop the process altogether. Only a little more than 1,600 had been received, according to Kristen Turner, community and human services manager. In addition to protesting by vote, residents were given the opportunity to protest the increase in person at the citys parks, hillsides and utilities committee meeting on April 15 and the community and human services commission last week. Both governing bodies approved the fees unanimously. This is the second time since 2008 that sanitation rates have increased. The council approved a 2 percent increase last July as well. No further increase has been proposed at this point. Increases will only be proposed if deemed necessary to sustain operations, Ms. Turner said. Council addresses continued traffic problems at Wilderness Park As administrators pledged to continue monitoring the citys sanitation funds, they also assured further action will be taken to mitigate problems at the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park. Several Mills Avenue residents came
forward during public comment to share concerns with traffic at the park. The residents shared that the new parking lots and no parking zones on North Mills have done nothing to solve the parking problem. Instead, it has simply moved the traffic congestion further down the street. City Manager Tony Ramos assured them that the city is aware of the problem and is in the process of addressing it. Mr. Ramos said a survey will soon be mailed out to residents in hopes of soliciting some feedback before taking the issues back through the commission process. We know theres a problem on Pomello. We want to deal with that issue, we just didnt want to react to it too quickly, Mr. Ramos said, noting that they had decided to wait 30 days before acting. We are convinced now that the problem is not going to go away. Joe Lyons returns to council Mayor Pro Tem Joe Lyons returned to council in good spirits Tuesday after a brief medical leave. Mr. Lyons had sustained serious hand injuries as a result of a woodcutting accident at home late last month. He was airlifted to USC Medical Center, where the council member underwent an 8-hour surgery to repair a severed thumb and index finger. While his index finger could not be saved, Mr. Lyons did say that his thumb appears to be on the mend. He thanked his fellow council members for filling in during his absence and thanked the community for their overwhelming support. I received more emails and get well cards than I did votes during the election, Mr. Lyons joked. On a serious note he added, I knew Claremont was a community that came and supported those in need. The support I received demonstrated that long history is still alive and well in Claremont, something that I cherish and will attempt to continue to preserve as long as I am serving on this council. Beth Hartnett
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Pomona dining workers unionize, plan next steps
fter a turbulent 3 years marked by protests, walk outs and sit-ins, the Pomona College dining workers are finally unionizing.
Earlier this month, employees of Pomonas dining services voted 57 to 26 in favor of joining Unite Here Local 11, a labor union representing 20,000 workers across southern California. Having a union means having a voice at work, explained Hal Weiss, spokesperson for Unite Here. Thats what this group of workers wanted all along. Theres no greater perk than that. But while the journey to achieving the goal of unionization has been realized, workers are not sitting idle in celebration. Now the real work begins, Mr. Weiss insists. In coming weeks, dining hall workers will meet with union representatives and university administrators for contract negotiations. Unite Here employees will coach dining workers through the transition and help them create a list of objectives. It may mean
Photo courtesy of Unite Here Local 11 Crystal Flores, right, applauds the vote by dining hall workers to unionize at Pomona College earlier this month. After years of protests and meetings, the dining service workers voted 57 to 26 to join Unite Here Local 11, a southern California labor union.
weeks or even months of work before the contract is approved, but Benny Avina, a Pomona College catering chef in favor of the union, insists hes up for the task. Weve come a long way and Im happy for what we are doing, Mr. Avina said. Before the union, we just felt like according to Pomona policies, we could get fired at any moment. Nothing was guaranteed. Now we feel that we have an additional sense of job security. Mr. Avina has put in his fair share of time toward unionizing over the past several years, from taking up banners with his co-workers to marching along with students and union supporters. Sometimes it meant hours of additional unpaid work after an already full 10-hour workday, he admitted. It could be very intense, Mr. Avina said. But in the end, it was worth it. We did a good job of organizing and working together to achieve this goal. Mr. Avina began work with Pomona College in late
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Claremonters take on the good, the bad

by John Pixley
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my Andrews isnt someone we see as part of the Claremont community. We dont think of her in Clare-
We dont want to think of her in Claremont. Amy Andrews was a sex slave. She was a victim of human trafficking. This happened when she was in her early teens, about 14. She had been in and out of foster homes, an incorrigible girl, a girl who was sexually abused in some of these homes, after being abandoned by her drug-addicted mother. A man, a man who she thought was nice, took her away, and she ended up in a locked house, working as the mans prostitute. This didnt happen in some backwards, under-developed country. This didnt happen in a far-off, impoverished region. This happened right next door, here in the Inland Empire. Ms. Andrews grew up in the Ontario area and met the nice man while spending time in Palm Springs. The man took her to a house in Los Angeles and later to Las Vegas. She was probably driven through Claremont. As much of a shock as this may beit shocked me it really shouldnt be. It turns out that human trafficking, which includes not only prostitution but also domestic servitude and likely a range of things, is big businesses in America and that the Inland Empire is the capital of human trafficking in America. News or not, this was the subject of an interfeith community forum last month in Claremont, sponsored by the Pomona Valley Chapter of Progressive Christians Uniting and co-sponsored by a range of groups, including the Interfaith Sustainability Council of the Pomona Valley, the Pomona Valley Affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the Democratic Club of Claremont and the Islamic Center of Claremont. It was here that I heard Ms. Andrews tell her story, giving a firsthand account of what happened to her. Ms. Andrews, now a successful mother and studying to be a healthcare professional, is quite a powerful and compelling speaker. The lead speaker at the forum was Claremonts State
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Assembly Member Chris Holden, who is sponsoring a bill to expand law officials wiretapping authority, with a judges permission, to those they suspect of human trafficking. As Ms. Andrews pointed out, most of the business of human trafficking. Again, Ms. Andrews was most compelling, and all the more so when she asked the audience to reach out and be compassionate to those who appear to be involved in prostitution (and to do so with discretion, for they may well be supervised). The audiencethat there was one therewas perhaps the most significant thing about the forum, which also included leaders from Christian and Islamic groups. The topic was one that is ugly, not nice, easy to ignore and dismiss, to say that it doesnt happen here in Claremont, and the fact that there were people there to listen, to learn and to find out what they can do, says a lot. It says that there are people here who care, who get involved in work that is not easy, who do more than attend the bright events, like the one that happened a few days earlier, when Uncommon Goods Whole Earth Building had its grand opening. Taking place on a sunny and warm Saturday morning, this was every bit a celebration of the goodthe good that can happen and the good that does happen when people get together to make it happen. With music and blessings and excited speeches, this was a party for everything Claremonters can get done. Whats more, this grand opening was groundbreaking. Literally. This building, right behind the Claremont Methodist Church on Foothill Boulevard, was built mostly by hand using materials, the dirt and the rocks and the plant matter, that was on the site, saving energy and resources and preventing further pollution and global
warming. It was designed by "visionary architect" Erik Peterson, of the Claremont Environmental Design Group, for the Uncommon Good organizations offices and events. It was exciting enough to get to go inside this brand new unique and beautiful modern adobe building, opening right in time for Earth Day, with its thick walls and warren of small yet airy spaces. It was also a special treat to see Dolores Huerta, the legendary farm labor leader who worked alongside Cesar Chavez, giving some words of congratulations. She was joined by other officials and dignitaries like Claremont Mayor Opanyi Nasiali, Chief Anthony RedBlood Morales of the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians and, again, Assemblymember Holden. There were shouts of Dolores! Dolores! capturing the love, joy, accomplishment and pride (Si, se puede!) that the gathering was all about. It was indeed a bright celebration of what people in Claremont can do. It was also a reminder that most of this work is just that: work. As Nancy Mintie, the executive director of Uncommon Good, emphasized during her remarks, putting the building up was exhausting, and there were days when she and her fellow workers wondered what they had gotten into. Not only is this work that people in Claremont do hard, it is sometimes unpleasant, disturbing and downright dangerous. Reaching out to the Amy Andrews in our midst can lead to some dark, ugly and nasty places. The people who are involved in this summers effort to end homelessness in Claremont know this. They are shining a light into a dark underside of Claremont, one that more often than not involves mental illness, addition and other distressing characteristics. Not only are they shining a light on the problem, they are trying to bring light to the problem. The purposes of the campaign is not to ignore or ban the homeless in Claremont, as City officials have attempted to do in the past, but to reach out to them and help them get the resources they need - resources that are freely available but which can be not easy to get. Like much that is done in Claremont, this is good, hard work.
[Editors note: As much as I love your letters (it truly is one of the highlights of my job), I must at last lay down the law. Lets have a test. For the next 4 editions, I will not publish any letter that exceeds the 250-word limit. Should a letter beyond the 250-word count be submitted, I will edit the letter myself. Consider it an exercise in brevity. And keep them coming. Thanks. KD]
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and all. As for your sign off line, standing with those that advocate for more violence, beyond being irrational, hysterical sounding, and inaccurate, it indicates a type of person who would rather shout, than discuss. Now, on to some discussion. But, prior to addressing the current gun debate, just a little review. An elementary perusal, Mr. Stevenson, reveals that our Constitution has already been modified (amended) a number of times, 27 times to be exact. Article V of the Constitution describes the procedures which may be used to amend it. What has developed in this country over the past century is a political Left wing a Progressive movement dating to the late 1800swhich does not honor, respect, or comply with the Constitution, unless, of course, it supports their position, which, these days, mostly it doesnt. This Lefts motto (recognizing no higher authority than themselves) could be stated fairly simply as, our ends justify the means. Their ends, their utopian ends, however, remain to all of us forever shrouded in the mists, inchoate and ever shifting in the quicksands of the their imaginations, always impermanent. The Lefts modus operandi, beginning with Franklin Roosevelt [our 32nd President, 1933-1945], has been to evade the Constitution without compunction and impose their agenda via legislation (constitutional, or not). When legislation has not been possible, the Left seeks alternate means of imposing its agenda such as judicial decree, executive fiat, or bureaucratic regulation. Striking by their absence, have been any proposed Constitutional amendments since 1933 to legitimate the Lefts expansion of federal governmental power and restrictions upon the individual. The current gun debate is no different. It follows the Lefts established pattern of incremental infringement of our rights through Congressional legislation, absent a Constitutional amendment authorizing such infringement. It can be said that those of us who oppose the Lefts agenda have no agenda of our own. No agenda of our own other than respect for the Constitutional authorities and limitations imposed upon the government, respect for our individual rights and for our private property rights, the right to make our own decisions, and a general desire, to the greatest extent possible, and to live our lives unmolested by government. The challenge for those of us who support a constitutional republic of limited government is how to counter the hypnotizing allure of utopian dreams with an even more appealing reality which respects individual freedom, individual rights, and individual self-determination.
Douglas Lyon Claremont
Immigration reform
Dear Editor: The Senate Judiciary Committee is taking the first steps to move legislation on immigration reform to the Senate floor. The committee is considering hundreds of amendments to S. 744, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization Act of 2013. There has been vigorous debate from both sides of the aisle on workers rights, border security and establishing a path to citizenship for aspiring Americans. The debate on this legislation will continue in the coming weeks and months, but now is the time for you to add your voice. The League of Women Voters urges you to tell your Senators that you support comprehensive immigration reform. The League of Women Voters believes that comprehensive immigration reform will strengthen our nation and society. Comprehensive immigration reform must: Provide a path to citizenship for undocumented persons; Promote reunification of families; Meet economic business and employment needs of the US; Improve safeguards against illegal immigration; Provide due process for all persons including the right to a fair hearing. Thank your Senators for addressing the crucial issue of immigration reform. Urge them to allow immigrants to contribute to the US economy and society by providing them with a clear pathway to citizenship.
Ellen Taylor VP for Advocacy LWV of the Claremont Area
The Second Amendment

Dear Editor: As long as the matter of gun control is debated in our legislatures and throughout our cities and states, the Second Amendment will continue to be the center point. However, many dimensions of the practical application of firearms use should be considered before drawing conclusions on public policy. As a retired law enforcement officer with over 21 years experience, including a number of years as an academy instructor, I wish to add one other perspective to this debate. One aspect of the possession and use of firearms alarms me a great deal. And for the sake of brevity, let me just refer to the use of handguns. For those who believe that arming more of our law abiding citizens to provide security in the workplace or school or our public spaces, please think about this. Training a person to shoot a gun is not too difficult. The police training academies do a really good job of training their recruits to shoot a handgun in a relatively short period of time. Most peace officer recruits will become proficient at target shooting and at hitting targets in simulated deadly force situations. Most citizens who have a desire to learn how to shoot a handgun can be trained (or can train themselves) to do so in a fairly short period of time, as well. The mechanics of shooting a handgun are pretty simple and straightforward. Hitting a paper target in daylight from 5 to 25 yards away is not that difficultespecially since the target is not moving. A person can even be trained to reload the gun and quickly shoot at the target again. The danger of using a handgun in a deadly force scenario is not so much how to shoot the gun but when to shoot. Peace officer recruits are trained for
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Dear Editor: One particular comment caught my attention in Mr. William Stevenson's letter [Hiding behind the Constitution, COURIER, May 3], namely, Shame on you, Mr. Lyon for hiding behind the Constitution and standing with those that advocate for more violence. First of all, Mr. Stevenson, its not hiding behind the Constitution, rather it's called honoring, respecting, and complying with the Constitution, Amendments
many hours more in when and how to use deadly force than they are in simply firing the handgun. Since peace officers are professionals, they have a duty and a right to be trained well. Many hours of in-service training help the officer to refine his/her skills in the use of deadly force as well as stay current with the most effective methods that law enforcement organizations have to offer. For reasons of legal liability, professionalism and personal safety, peace officers take this training very seriously. Being confronted with a life or death situation requiring a split second decision to shoot someone or not is a very unnatural one to face. Unlike military personnel in combat, peace officers are not often faced with the prospect of having to shoot someone every day. Quite the opposite, it is a rare occasion faced by most peace officers. But they are trained to protect their own safety and the safety of others when faced with a deadly force scenario. Sometimes that means taking a life. Most of the time they get it right. Sometimes, despite all of the training, officers make an incorrect decision to take a life, and are held liable. Some officers, despite all of the training, will die as a result of an incorrect decision. The expectation that the average citizen, not a peace officer or military trained person, can and will be diligent enough to initiate and maintain a course of proficiency in the use of a handgun is not realistic. Learning and maintaining proficiency in such a skill, one that may never be called upon to exercise, is not easy to justify. Hiring and training enough security personnel in the use of firearms to protect our schools, government buildings and other public spaces is simply unrealistic. Arming a lot more law abiding citizens and giving them the authority to shoot and kill promotes a greater risk of unprofessional, untrained or accidental use of firearms. With that comes the prospect of more killing or wounding of bystanders. Unfortunately, there is no way to measure the outcome of the course of action proposed by either side of the gun control debate. Only time will tell if Americans can provide solutions that will decrease the killings (over 9000 per year according to FBI statistics) by use of firearms and give the average citizen a feeling of safety and security in their homes, schools and public places. There certainly is a lot more to consider in this dialog than the right to bear arms.
John Hill Claremont
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El Roble career day brings on variety, lets kids shop for futures
hen youre a kid and you get into a conversation with a well-meaning adult, one question is all but inevitable: What do you want to do when you grow up?
The answer just got a bit easier for local junior high students who attended El Robles annual Exploring Your Future career day on Wednesday. Representatives of some 3 dozen jobs, from health care professionals to a Marvel comic illustrator, were on hand to inform and inspire the kids about some of the countless career options. Faith Shawa Monrovia musician who helmed a career day booth at the urging of a friend, El Roble teacher Cynthia Gonzalesis currently promoting her album Dandelion. She said she welcomed the chance to open music-loving students minds. A lot of people dont feel you can be a full-time musician without being a rock star, according to Ms. Shaw, who fell in love with music as a 5-year-old taking piano lessons. There are thousands of musicians out there making a living.
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For Sycamore Elementary Principal Amy Stanger, the career day didnt just offer the opportunity to espouse the joys of school administration. It also gave her a chance to catch up with former students who have moved on. They come and visit often, sometimes when they have a short day at school, Ms. Stanger said. Its nice to see them on their new turf, though. The students who headed to the gym for career day, which spanned from 8:15 a.m. to 1: 25 p.m., were not just idly wandering their turf. They were asked to write down 3 questions from 3 presenters. One common query was Did you always know this was what you wanted to do? For Jose Peralta, a veterinary professor at Western University College in Pomona, the answer is yes. Sort of. I have kids tell me all the time that they love their animals, he said. Obviously thats wonderful. We want them to continue loving their animals. But at that age, it wasnt just, Oh, that dog is so cute for me. I read everything I could about animals. I wanted to know, do they live in large families, do they live underground, Dr. Peralta continued. You need to want
to learn about them. Dr. Peralta had visions of himself on the African savannah, looking at elephants through binoculars. When he got a bit older, though, he had an epiphany. I knew when I was feeling sick, it was a bad day, but going to the doctor made me feel better, Mr. Peralta said. I assumed that when animals get sick, they feel just as miserable. When I realized I could help animals feel better, I said to myself, Thats cool. Following your bliss Michael Mendoza, founder and owner of the River of Tradition martial arts academy, encouraged students who visited his booth to dig a bit deeper. Im trying to get them to open up about what their dreams are, Mr. Mendoza said. He knows full-well the power of dreams. In 1968, when he was 8, he saw Bruce Lee on TV. Inspired, he asked his parents for kung fu lessons. While he pursued his karate training with zest, it wasnt until he was a teen that he became determined to take it further.
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1984. Mr. Avina, new to the United States from Mexico and unable to speak English, landed a job as a landscaper with the college with the assistance of a friend. He stumbled into work in the dining hall by accident. Not long after getting a job as a landscaper, Mr. Avina fell prey to a shoulder injury and was transferred to work as a dishwasher in Pomona Colleges dining hall instead. So began a 27-year career as a dining hall employee, a post he credits with helping him become fluent in English, providing him with a needed support system as he worked to make a living for his family and with motivating him to do better. Enjoying his post in the
kitchen so much, Mr. Avina decided to go to culinary school. He has since moved his way up to catering chef, particularly enjoying learning about cooking dishes from different cultures. I love my work and I put my heart into what I do, Mr. Avina shared, adding that his coworkers have become part of an extended family for him. Fighting for a union and a contract became necessary in order to provide peace of mind not only for himself, but also for his co-workers, Mr. Avina asserted. When the vote was read out last week, revealing overwhelming support for unionization, Mr. Avina said he finally felt the sense of peace he was looking for. I was crying, everyone was crying in there, he said. Its a moment I will re-
member for the rest of my life. In a letter sent to the Pomona College community, president David Oxtoby insists the college was never against the unionization efforts of the colleges dining workers. We consistently stood for the ability of our employees to make this important decision for themselves through a democratic process, and we are glad that they have exercised that opportunity, Mr. Oxtoby said. He maintains the college will continue to be supportive throughout the contract negotiation process. Though [unionizing] may change the communication channels and procedures between management and some of our employees, it does not change our commitment to work with all of our
employees to ensure that this college remains a place where they are appreciated, respected and rewarded, Mr. Oxtoby continued. Mr. Avina says he is thankful for the ability to exercise his right to a union and looks forward to working with college administrators in negotiating a contract. We want to let the college know that forming a union is not a bad thing. In the long run it will be better for workers and administrators because happy workers produce more, he said. It was never about the money, Mr. Avina continued. I love my job. I wake every morning and feel happy to go to my workplace. I want [my coworkers] to feel the same.
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Planting roots
wo groups of Chaparral Elementary students, 2nd graders in Marilyn Chadwicks class and first and second graders in Margaret Russels class, celebrated Arbor Day this Wednesday with a tree-planting ceremony. The kids replaced 2 trees that were damaged in a recent windstorm last year with one Japanese Maple and a tulip tree, paid for by the students fundraising efforts, which totaled $241. We are very excited, Chaparral Principal Julie Olesniewicz said of the living campus beautification.
COURIERphotos/Steven Felschundneff The combined classes of teachers Margaret Russell and Marilyn Chadwick surround a tulip tree during a dedication ceremony Wednesday morning at Chaparral Elementary School in Claremont. Two old sycamores were cut down after sustaining storm damage a few years ago so the students decided to raise money to replace them.
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I saw Joseph Campbell speak, and he said, Follow your bliss. Nothings impossible, the Claremont Sensai explained. That inspired me. Not every student will make a career of martial arts, said Mr. Mendoza, founder of a discipline blending 5 major martial arts called Kyokumaru Kai. All, however, will benefit from ability to empower people and enrich their lives through martial arts. Not long ago, one of his students father, a Port Authority policeman, brought Mr. Mendoza a Port Authority hat. He told Mr. Mendoza that the hats were hard to come buy and that he didnt even have one. The Sensai was a bit reluctant to take the gift, but the father insisted. He shared that the positive transformation in the attitude and the grades of his son, who was preparing to earn his brown belt, had been nothing short of miraculous. Each of the presenters had his or her success stories. Often, these were supplemented by some nice swag, from candy to NASA stickers to first aid kits proffered by Hendricks Pharmacy owner
Brian Garner. The most popular freebie was a take-home science experiment offered by representatives of the nonprofit organization Women in Mining (WIM), all 3 of whom worked for the Glendorabased cement manufacturers CalPortland Company. If you didnt know, all cement plants have an associated limestone mine operating nearby, explained Julia Lakes, who works as an environmental manager for CalPortland. There are many jobs in mining, but not enough women gravitate toward them, Ms. Lakes said. So she and her colleagues take advantage of events like the El Roble career day to spread the word about the fields viability for young women. As many boys as girls lined up at the WIM, eager to get a baggie filled with homemade gack, a moldable compound made by mixing Elmlrs glue, water and Borax, a detergent largely composed of the mined mineral boron. Food coloring was used to dye each batch pink, turquoise or blue, according to students tastes. It was good seeing a lot of people and
jobs. I liked Women in Mining because we got to make putty, said 7th grader Abraham Park. Dr. Alan Compton, a physician with a family practice in Corona, didnt have a squishy giveaway to soften his serious message to aspiring doctors. Unfortunately, you have to start to take preparatory classes in high school that are prerequisites for collegeyou pretty much have to start making decisions now, he said. Its hard to know the line between intimidation and inspiration. Dr. Compton did have some good news however. Once students get past the hurdle of getting accepted to med school, if they apply themselves, theres a 100 percent success rate in finding a job. Artist Dean Ethington has found a steady career as a graphic artist for the Oakley sunglasses company. Still, he feels compelled to tell kids that life is not all about your career. At home, he continues to pursue fine art and to make things of every ilk. Along with a laptop set to call up his Oakley portfolio, Mr. Ethtingtons booth featured a small sampling of his recent creations, including a
carved gourd, a clay gargoyle, a robot fashioned from recycled electronics parts and a felted dragon. Its leaving a legacy, he said of object-making. Its a way you can touch the world. There are many frustrated artists out there, who complain that their day job leaves them with no time for art-making. Mr. Ethington disagrees. I dont subscribe to being miserable. You have a choice, he said. You either make time for something or you dont. Seventh grader Morgan Choate dreams of becoming a published author. Shes a die-hard bookworm, who is currently devouring Cassandra Clares The Mortal Instruments series of young adult fantasy novels. She was pleased that the career fair gave her a chance to talk to a published author, Fleur Phillipswho has penned the novels Crumble (2013) and I am a Lucky Bird (2012)as well as to those with other interesting jobs. I think the career fair is really cool, Morgan said. I get to see some careers I might not have in mind.
Sarah Torribio storribio@claremont-courier.com
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CUSD faculty picnic teems with tacos, teachers
ore than 60 CUSD teachers and their families descended on Cahuilla Park on Wednesday, May 8 to celebrate the Day of the Teacher. The picnic, held for the third year in a row, was hosted by the Claremont Faculty Association.
Guests enjoyed tacos, cooked up fresh by Juan Carlos who, along with his wife, Yolanda Aguilar, owns the Claremont restaurant Rincon Azteca, located in the Vons shopping center on Base Line. Its a chance for staff, who work at sites all over the district, to catch up, Dave Chamberlain, president of the local teachers union, said. Mr. Chamberlains job involves, among other duties, helping to supervise district/teacher contract negotiations. He said the annual picnic offers a nice opportunity for teachers to meet with no conflict and with no goal other than having a good time. He has been a teacher for 20 years, 14 of them with this district. Along with teaching English classes and helming the union, he keeps busy coaching the Claremont High School debate team. Its a lot of work, which requires a lot of schedule-juggling, but he finds it fulfilling. I think you have to have a love of subject matter and you have to enjoy sharing that with young people, he said. For Barbara Bilderback, another CHS English teacher, that kind of dedication runs in the family. Her father, a college professor, used to say that he enjoyed teaching so much that he would shine shoes all day and teach for free if he had to. Its a vocation, like being a nurse, she said. If the profession doesnt call you, youre going to be miserable. If you do have the calling, you cant imagine doing anything else. The weather during the picnic, which began at 4 p.m., was downright chilly, although it was warmed by fleeting moments of sunshine. Were just happy it isnt raining, Mr. Chamberlain said. Although it was nippy, Sycamore fourth, fifth and sixth grade teacher Lisa Schuster ventured out with her daughter Zoe, who was born in February. She took the rest of the school year off, so the picnic was a great chance to say hi to colleagues shes missed as
COURIERphoto/Steven Felschundneff Sumner-Danbury teacher Elaine Anderson greets Chaparral teacher Margaret Russell on Wednesday during the annual teacher appreciation picnic at Cahuilla Park in Claremont. Though the skies were grey dozens of CUSD teachers, their families and a few students dined on Mexican food and enjoyed each others company during the afternoon event.
well as to show off her new baby. I feel like [the teachers in the district] are a really supportive group of people, she said. My team at Sycamore is especially cohesive. I always look forward to working for them. Mr. Carlos took a moment from warming tortillas, filling them with beef, chicken or pork, and ladling out beans and rice to weigh in on the folks who teach his own children. He and his family have lived in
Claremont for 7 years and count among their brood one recent CHS graduate, now at Cal State LA, a CHS sophomore, and a fourth grader at Mountain View. It is a very nice city with very nice teachers, he said.
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Mail carriers work to stamp out hunger
usiness was booming for Claremont/LaVerne letter carriers last Saturday during the 21st annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. A record 40,000 pounds of food was collected, according to area mail carrier Joe Marlow.
Businesses comprise a third of Mr. Marlows route, one of 60 serving the 2 cities. Despite the fact that he attends to fewer residences than many of his colleagues, his truck was still filled to bursting with donations, a telling sign of the events success. He heard from Upland mail carriers that it was also their citys best year ever. The food drive, a nationwide endeavor organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers union,
represents considerable effort, Mr. Marlow admits. Along with their usual routine of letter delivery, collection and sorting, mail carriers load up their vehicles with countless bags of food. Once they get to the post office, they separate the food by categorycanned and boxed nonperishablein preparation for it to be distributed by local churches and nonprofits. The mail carriers loads are lightened by knowing all the good they are doing. Its our hardest day but also our most fulfilling day, Mr. Marlow said. Life is full of ironies, and the local Stamp Out Hunger drive is no exception. Over the years, Mr. Marlow has been surprised to discover that it is often those with the most economic challenges who are the most willing to give. We get the most response from residents of the local trailer parks, Mr. Marlow said. We have the best partici-
pation at the south end of the city and as we move northward, it gets worse and worse. Thats not to say that no one north of the freeway in Claremont gives, he emphasized. Most notably, there are about 10 north Claremont families who really throw themselves into the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. Often, their porch will be crammed with groceries. Theyll go to Costco and spend a couple hundred bucks each year, Mr. Marlow said. Mr. Marlow and his fellow mail carriers are excited to see how the food drive has grown over the years, and hope they can up their tally further next year. Sometimes, people are discouraged from participating because they assume that the food they donate will be shipped to another community, like downtown Los Angeles. The thing people really need to know is that all this food goes to local Jewish refugees from the Nazi horror during World War II. The public is invited to this program, on Monday, May 20 at 7 p.m. in Napier Center at Pilgrim Place.
pantries, Mr. Marlow said. Local beneficiaries of the collected food included the San Gabriel-based People for People food bank, which distributes food to churches and nonprofit agencies across the San Gabriel Valley, and the La Verne food pantry Sowing Seeds for Life, which distributes food to more than 6000 families in need each month. Did you miss the food drive? No problem. Postal carriers always continue to collect food from philanthropic stragglers a couple weeks after the day of the food drive, which takes place every year on the day before Mothers Day. You can just leave a bag or bags filled with nonperishable foods on your parch, with a note indicating it is for the postal food drive. We never say no, Mr. Marlow said. Sarah Torribio
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Fourth of July honorees announced

The Independence Day Committee has announced this years honorees for Claremonts annual Fourth of July Celebration. Each honoree will be highlighted in the staple Fourth of July Parade. Chuck Freitas will lead the festivities as this years Grand Marshal. Mr. Freitas is recognized for more than 30 years of leadership in Claremont, from Claremont Rotary to the Red Cross and beyond. This years honored citizen is Hal Hargrave, Jr. After an automobile accident in 2007 that left him paralyzed from the neck down, Mr. Hargrave has dedicated his time to helping others with spinal cord injuries through his nonprofit, the Be Perfect Foundation. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is being recognized as this years Honored Group with the Claremont Museum of Art recognized with the Blue Ribbon Spirit Award.
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Fourth of July activities will take place all day starting with a pancake breakfast in the morning and culminating with the annual fireworks show, to be held at Pomona Colleges Strehle Track. Tickets for the fireworks show, $8 pre-sale and $10 at the door, go on sale June 1.
Celebrate gardens with silent art auction

Sustainable Claremont Garden Club will be holding its first annual silent art auction, titled Garden Inspirations, at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Gardens Grow Native Nursery sales pavilion
from now through Saturday, June 1. Local artists are donating garden-inspired worksfrom paintings and sculptures to garden ceramics, antique glass bird feeders, and an artistically-painted garden chair. A notebook with photos and descriptions of the pieces and bid sheets on each will be located in the sales pavilion through June 1st. A reception in the sales pavilion will take place June 1 from 3 to 5 p.m. The highest bidders will be announced at 4:30 p.m.
Civil disobedience and non-violence can work

Those who have read A Portrait of Pacifists by Richard Unsworth or have viewed the film Weapons of the Spirit will be familiar with the story of Andre and Magda Trocme. Nelly Trocme Hewett, daughter of Andre and Magda Trocme of Le Chambon sur Lignon, France, will share her memories of the courageous and effective way an association of churches and individuals of likemind worked to rescue thousands of
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Surprise visit gives paws to Claremont hiker
Photos courtesy of Karen Gastineau
aren Gastineau got a pretty hairy surprise this past Saturday while hiking Claremonts trails. The retired Claremont High School teacher was just leaving Burbank Canyon and heading down into Johnsons Pasture when she saw a California black bear ambling up the path.
The bear was so close that all she could do was fervently hope that it would decide to get off the trail and move along. Ms. Gastineau, an avid amateur nature photographer, wasnt so scared that she didnt have the urge to document the experience. After calling out Bear! 3 times in a successively louder tone of voice, hoping to warn 2 young men hiking a few feet away as well as a group of 12 hikers resting nearby in the shade, she sprang into action. She asked the men to hold her hiking poles so she could begin snapping photos. There was no time to get away, so I figured I may as well tough it out, she said. She had another reason for handing over the poles. I said to them, you would have more strength to crack him across the nose than I would, she said. At first, Ms. Gastineau counted herself lucky that there were so many hikers around, because when it comes to bears, theres safety in numbers. Youre supposed to stay together as a group and make yourself look as big and as intimidating to the bear as possible, she said. The dozen hikers shading themselves, however, didnt stick around to see if this principle is effective. She managed to get an impactful series of photographs of the visiting creature, coming, closer and closer down the path before climbing way via some nearby hills. According to Ms. Gastineaus camera, the close encounter lasted from 9:04 to 9:06 a.m. I went home and was really jazzed, she said of her stunning pictures. While she held her breath for a moment there, Ms. Gastineau will certainly be back up on the trails. A perennially active go-getter, she heads out to Claremonts open spaces as often as possible. She also
likes to get in a good game of golf on a regular basis, particularly relishing the Marshall Canyon Golf Club in La Verne for its breathtaking vistas and regular visits from deer. While most Claremonters shy away from the hiking trails when it is rainy or foggy, those are some of her favorite moments, she notes. You see spider webs with beads of rain or dew on them and its so beautiful, she said. As befits someone who is crazy about nature, Ms. Gastineau admits she has taken a few risks in the name of a good shot. When you see a rattlesnake lying on the path, its still and looks dead. When riled,
however, it can spring up a considerable distance. Its kind of stupid, but Ill poke them so theyll rear up, she said. (The COURIER, and likely the Claremont Police Department, cautions all readers to avoid snakes rather than tempting them to strike a pose.) In Ms. Gastineaus defense, she is one of those people who just seems to find the wild kingdom irresistible. I love nature. I could live in a house with no roof, she said.
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CHS theater finds lively Clarmeonter named fare in Drowsy musical distinguished alumni
The 2012-2013 season of Claremont High Schools Theatre Department will conclude with a production of the musical The Drowsy Chaperone, which will be performed at 7:30 p.m. at Bridges Auditorium on Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1. The show, which is a parody of American musical comedies of the 1920s, features music opened on Broadway on 2006. The story centers on a middleaged, misanthropic musical theatre fan. As he spins the record of his favorite musical, the fictional 1928 hit The Drowsy Chaperone, the show springs to life, telling the rambunctious tale of a brazen Broadway starlet trying to find, and keep, her true love. For tickets and information, visit the CHS Theatre website at http://chstheatre.cusd.claremont.edu/. Claremont resident John Dick is being recognized by his alma mater, Bethel College, with the colleges Distinguished Achievement Award. Mr. Dick traveled to his alma mater this week to receive his honor at a special award ceremony. Mr. Dick, who served as principal staff at NASAs Jet Propulsion Laboratory until his retirement in 2008, graduated from Bethel College in 1961 with majors in physics and mathematics. He earned his PhD in physics from the University of California Berkeley in 1969. Among many accomplishments, Mr. Dick developed a cryogenic clock for the Cassini mission that uses a synthetic sapphire as the resonating element and served as project scientist for an experiment in the Low Temperature Microgravity Physics Facility, being built to take experiments in fundamental physics to the International Space Station. More
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on Mr. Dick will be presented in an upcoming edition of the COURIER.
nership with Eurkea Burger. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 the day of the event, but may sell out. To purchase tickets online, visit www.claremontbluesnadbrews.com or visit participating businesses in the Claremont Village with cash or check only.
Dinner and dance for local seniors hosted by Artists, craftspeople needed to teach CHS students Students from the Claremont High classes at girls home
School National Honor Society invite you aboard for a special cruise-themed evening at the Joslyn Center on Friday, May 24 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Festivities include dinner, dancing, and live entertainment. Tickets are $5 and must be purchased in advance. Please contact the Joslyn Center for additional information at 399-5488. David & Margaret Youth and Family Services is looking for local craftspeople and artists who are willing to contract this summer to teach the girls in the agencys residential program crafts or skills in a 3 or 4-week series of lessons or workshops. Skills may include dance, yoga, knitting and weaving among others. The agency will provide a $20 per hour stipend, materials and workspace. Instructors must create their own lesson or workshop plan, and pass a TB test and background check. David & Margaret also invites community members to help establish a grassroots organization that will support special projects and fundraising efforts for the clients of the agency, which serves as an advocate for at-risk children, youth and families in our community. Anyone interested in either of these opportunities should contact Volunteer/Mentor Coordinator Cece Ross at 596-5921, ext. 3311 or via email at concepcionr@davidandmargaret.org.
Tickets available for Blues and Brews

It may be more than a month away, but the countdown has officially begun. Tickets are now on sale for this years Blues and Brews, taking place throughout the Claremont Village on Saturday, June 29. From 4 to 8 p.m. participants will get the chance to stroll through the Village to the croons of local Blues bands while enjoying craft beer tastings and food samples. More than 30 Village businesses are taking part in the event hosted by the Village Marketing Group, in part-
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oull want to linger around the Claremont area as summer days give way to gorgeous sunsets, as the heat of the day fades away.
Summer camps abound with activities that bring out the creativity in children. Get fit while having fun on the court, at the gym, on the field, or in the pool. Theater buffs will enjoy an abundance of thespian fun, and eateries throughout the Claremont area will showcase epicurean delights. Parks flourish with sounds of laughter and music, while summer festivities and concerts in the parks bring families together under starry skies. Re-experience what your hometown has to offer. Whatever you do, the Claremont area is the place to make lasting summer memories.
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One-on-one summer ART LESSONS for junior high and high school students with Vicki. Call 626-224-7915, 626-963-4238 or visit THE COLONY AT LOFT 204, 532 W. First St. #204, in the Claremont Packing House for a consultation and scheduling.
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CHS baseball advances to first-round CIF playoffs
true playoff atmosphere engulfed Ray Baker Memorial field in Upland, as the Wolfpack took on the Highlanders in a CIF-SS Division II play-in game. Both sets of fans were treated to an exciting game featuring base hits galore, 2 home runs, and opportune pitching. Claremont used a number of timely defensive plays to hold off Upland, 5-4, and advance to the first round of CIF playoffs.
The Upland Highlanders were running hot heading into Tuesdays faceoff with Claremont. Having won their final 6 regular season games, during which 3 were shutouts, U-High squeaked into playoffs after a dismal start. Tied for third place in the Baseline league with a 7-8 record, the Highlanders only qualified because of their superior overall record to Etiwanda. The Wolfpack had a much tougher conclusion to the regular season, going 2-2 in their last 4 and finishing in third by one game. Southpaw Tyler Witt took the mound for Claremont against big righty Jeff Kross. After a scoreless first inning, Upland took a 1-0 lead when third baseman Alex Reyes knocked in Robert Alderete. Coach Geoff Ranney praised his lefty after the game. Tyler did a great job today. He worked himself out of trouble a couple of times and gave us a chance to win the game. Claremont responded in the top of the third inning. Jeremy Giles walked, and then Josh Chua squared up a
bunt. Upland failed to field the bunt correctly, allowing both runners to reach base. The always-reliable Nick Costello then singled in Giles. Center fielder Matt Rhinehart came up 2 batters later, and thumped a double all the way to the outfield wall to bring Chua around to score. The lead was short-lived, however. Upland right fielder Cameron Rodriguez led off the inning with a base hit. With one out, catcher Tommy Pincin drove a fastball deep to left-center. The ball disappeared over the fence, and Pincin rounded the bases with his side now leading 3-2. In the top of the fifth, Claremont retook the advantage. Chua led off the inning striking out, but was able to reach first base as the third strike skipped past the Upland catcher. Shortstop Costello stepped up and cracked a double down the left field foul line for his second RBI of the game, as Chua raced all the way home from first. The Pack got another run when Rhinehart grounded into a fielders choice, and Costello came home from 3rd. The bottom of the fifth inning yielded some controversy. With 2 runners on base and 2 out, Witt struck out Upland pinch hitter Anthony Muniz. Apparently the pitch touched the ground before Claremonts Brandon Ziska caught it, and Muniz took off for first as the Pack started to trot off the diamond. The play was upheld, and with the bases loaded, Witt bore down and struck out Uplands Reyes with a sweeping curve ball on the outside corner. The next inning, Claremont added to their lead. With 2 outs, Giles stepped to the plate. The second baseman connected perfectly with Kross second pitch. The ball sailed 360 feet over the center field wall, and the Wolfpack lead was now 5-3. Upland came back with a run when first baseman Corbin Donham hit an RBI-double to center, but that would prove to be only a consolation. Chua then
Claremont High School senior Jeremy Giles celebrates as he crosses home after ripping a homerun over the centerfield fence in the sixth inning.
made a fantastic play with the bases loaded to end the inning. The third baseman charged a high chopper, transferred seamlessly from glove to hand, and just beat the runner with the throw to first. David Valdivia came in to relieve Witt in the bottom of the seventh. Valdivia worked pinch hitter Chaffey Sheppard from a 3-0 to a full count, and Sheppard lined out. Reyes made the second out when he grounded out
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COURIER photos/Steven Felschundneff Claremont High School base runner Josh Chua beats the throw to first on an uncaught third strike Tuesday afternoon during the Packs wild card CIF playoff game against Upland High School in Upland.
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Claremonts team CIF playoff run has come to an end after a lackluster defeat to Tustin Foothill last weekend. The Wolfpack had won their first round match against Palm Springs, 10-8. However, Claremont was upended by wildcard entry Foothill, 12-6. The Leahy and Lorek brothers are still alive in CIF individual play, which continues next week on Thursday, May 23 with the location and time to be announced.
with another full count. Finally Valdivia induced an easy ground ball from Justin Beck to seal the 5-4 win. Ranney speculated on the strengths of Claremonts next opponent, Sea View Leagues number one, Aliso Niguel Wolverines, set for Friday, May 17 at 3 p.m. They are fundamentally sound and will mix it up with small ball. We will go with righty Andrew Bernstein on Friday on the mound. Andrew and Tyler are similar talent-wise and they give us a rotation that can take us deep into games. Our sticks came alive today; hopefully our guys keep hitting at the right times.
Chris Oakley sports@claremont-courier.com
past the CIF preliminaries last weekend. No surprises here: Brittany Brown qualified for the Division 2 Finals in both the 100-meter dash and the 200-meter dash. For the boys, Raymond Owens progressed to the CIF Finals in the high jump.
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The Lady Wolfpack lost their final 2 games of the season. Against Charter Oak last week, CHS was blanked 12-0. The following day the Pack fell 7-3 to Ayala to close out the season. 2013 has been an improvement for Claremonts program, as they finish out 8-13 overall.
COURIER photos/Steven Felschundneff CHS shortstop Nick Costello gets the force out at second while throwing to first for a double play ending the first inning during CIF in Upland. Though Upland would be the first on the board, CHS prevailed, winning 5-4 and advancing to the first round of the regular CIF bracket.
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Wolfpack boys volleyball also saw their playoff run come to an end in the second round, with the loss coming in heartbreaking fashion. After an easy sweep over Quartz Hill in the first round, Claremont fell to Tustin Foothill in 4 sets, 25-22, 17-25, 29-27, 29-27. This season marked the continuation of a resurgent program, which will come back next year with a vengeance.
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Wolfpack swimming concluded another strong year with 8 athletes featuring in CIF Finals last weekend. Samantha Duran finished ninth in the 100-yard butterfly Championship. Luke Miller took sixth in the 500-yard freestyle and eighth in the 200 free. Dylan Tarazona then took third place in the 100 fly. Finally, boys relay teams finished fifth in the 200-yard medley relay Consolation race, and fourth in the 400relay Consolation Chris Oakley
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Two Claremont athletes advanced
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PLANTING DESIGN HGTV featured designer Dominic Masiello presents a 2-part seminar on designing your landscape to match your homes architecture. Mr. Masiello has appeared on HGTV shows like Landscapers Challenge and Get Out, Way Out. Part 2 takes place today and covers practical application of design. Bring photos and/or sketches of your yard for consultation. $35. The seminar is hosted by The Colony at Loft 204 in partnership with Claremont Heritage. The event takes place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Colony at Loft 204, 532 W. First St. #204, Claremont Packing House. COMMENCEMENT Claremont Graduate University, 9 to 11:30 a.m., Mudd Quadrangle, East 10th Street and Dartmouth Avenue. Pitzer College, 10 a.m. to noon, Commencement Plaza, 1050 N. Mills Ave. Keck Graduate Institute, 11 a.m., East Lawn, 535 Watson Dr. Claremont McKenna College, 2 p.m., Pritzlaff Field, south of Ninth Street and Claremont Boulevard. Scripps College, 5 p.m., Elm Tree Lawn, 345 E. 9th St.
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on the Blue Fin patio at 2 p.m. 665 E. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. 946-1398. COMMENCEMENT Pomona College, 10 a.m., Marston Quad, College Avenue between fourth and sixth streets. Harvey Mudd College, 1:30 to 3:15 p.m., Mudd Quadrangle, East Tenth Street and Dartmouth Avenue.
May Friday
STUDENT ART Claremont High School Ceramics presents Creatures art exhibition. See the show, buy artwork, meet the artists and enjoy refreshments at the opening reception tonight between 5 and 7 p.m. The gallery will also be open Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ginger Elliott Gallery in Memorial Park, 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont. FILM SCREENING of the short student film Young Adults, written, directed and coproduced by Anthony Troli, a Claremont High School alumnus (class of 2010). The comedy-drama stars Timmy Deters, another Claremont High School alumnus (class of 2012). A high school graduate lies his way into dating a very lost and jobless 24-year-old named Lizzy the summer before he goes to college. The project was created at University of La Verne. Mr. Troli was one of the first recipients of a performance scholarship at the University of La Verne. He will be interning at Will Ferrells Funny or Die this summer. Mr. Deters is currently
pursuing acting while attending Santa Monica College. Free screening, open to the public, will be held today at University of La Vernes Arts and Communications Building Room 212, located at 2016 D St., La Verne. Another screening will be held on Sunday, May 26 at Claremont Laemmle 5 movie theater. FRIDAY NIGHTS LIVE Dine downtown, then stroll through the Village to hear free live music performances. This weeks performers include Give Up The Junk (Public Plaza), Seth Greenberg Combo (Claremont Chamber) and Drift Iron (City Hall).
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DONATE Bethel 301 of Jobs Daughters International is sponsoring a Goodwill fundraising event. Donate your gently used clothing and household items to Goodwill and help the members of Bethel 301 Jobs Daughters International earn money to attend their state convention in June. The organization aims to empower girls to learn leadership skills and build self-confidence. Bring donations from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to the Claremont Masonic Center at 272 W. Eighth St.
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SPRING CONCERT Claremont High School Choir Department presents How Can I Keep from Singing, featuring music from various composers. 7 p.m. Admission is $5, $2 with ASB card or for ages 12 and under. Bridges Hall of Music, 150 E. Fourth St., Claremont. 624-9053, ext. 30463. NONVIOLENT ACTION Pilgrim Place presents Nelly Trocme Hewett, daughter of Andre and Magda Trocme of Le Chambon sur Lignon, France. Those who have read A Portrait of Pacifists by Richard Unsworth or have viewed the film Weapons of the Spirit will be familiar with the story of Andre and Magda Trocme. Ms. Nelly Trocme Hewett will
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share her memories of the courageous and effective way an association of churches and individuals of like-mind worked to rescue thousands of Jewish refugees from the Nazi horror during World War II. The public is invited to this program. 7 p.m. Pilgrim Places Napier Center, 625 Mayflower Rd., Claremont.
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GENEALOGY Learn how to locate difficult to find relatives. Richard Piepho from the Pomona Valley Genealogical Society will present the Cluster Genealogy, a technique that looks at family, friends and neighbors to provide valuable clues to the lives of your ancestors. Sponsored by the Friends of the Claremont Library. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Claremont Library, 208 N. Harvard Ave., Claremont. 621-4902.
NEWSPAPER INDUSTRY Al McCombs, owner of the Chino Champion, will discuss Does Print News Have a Chance in Todays News Environment? He will talk about changing ways people get their news and his own adventures in the news business. A buffet lunch is available at 11:30 a.m. for $12. Dessert and coffee is available for $6. The University Club meets each Tuesday in the Hughes Community Center, 1700 Danbury Rd., Claremont. SECURITY Mike Miller will discuss security systems and cameras. Hosted by the Claremont Senior Computer Club. 7:30 p.m. Hughes Community Center, 1700 Danbury Rd., Claremont. 399-5488. COMMENCEMENT Claremont School of Theology and Claremont Lincoln University, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Kresge Chapel Green, 1325 N. College Ave.
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LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS Presentation by the LWV Observers to the city councils, commissions and boards in the area. Included are the city councils of Upland, Pomona, Glendora, Claremont and Diamond Bar as well as Tri-City Mental Health Center and Three Valleys Water District. The morning meeting will be held at 9:30 a.m. at 875 E. Bonita Ave., Pomona, Building D on the third floor. The evening meeting takes place at 7 p.m. at 1436 Mural Drive, Claremont. 624-9457 or league@claremont.ca.lwvnet.org. 5 SECOND FILM FESTIVAL showcasing short films up to 20 minutes long with entries as short as 5 sec-
onds. Awards will be presented for festival best, most original, best cinematographer, best actor, best actress, best director, best 5 second film, best short drama, best short comedy, best student film and audience favorite. The festival is sponsored by the Claremont Community College, a not-forprofit organization, that funds charitable events and provides social and artistic events throughout the year. General admission is $15 for the film festival at 7 p.m., $50 for the festival and pre-screening reception at The Back Abbey at 5:30 p.m. or $100 for festival admission plus reception at The Back Abbey and the after party at I Like Pies. Tickets may be purchased at Barbara Cheatleys or online at www.5secondfilmfestival.com.
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FANTASTIC VOYAGE Claremont High Schools National Honor Society invites the community aboard for a special cruise-themed evening. Festivities include dinner, dancing and live entertainment. 5 to 7 p.m. $5. Joslyn Center, 660 N. Mountain Ave., Claremont. 399-5488. FRIDAY NIGHTS LIVE: Dine downtown, then stroll through the Village to hear free live music performances. This weeks performers include Squeekin Wheels (Public Plaza), Carl Shaffer Quartet (Claremont Chamber) and Marc Weller Trio (City Hall).
ENERGY BALANCING Sandy Templin leads 25-minute sessions from 1 to 3 p.m. Appointments recommended, walkins accepted as time permits. For guests 18 and over. Make an appointment by calling Ms. Templin at 989-9038. Buddhamouse Emporium, 134 Yale Ave., Claremont. CLAREMONT MODERN Enjoy an evening of nostalgia and a cocktail party in a Fred McDowell-designed house from the late 1950s. The event is a fundraiser to help Claremont Heritage document the important mid-century modern resources that exist in Claremont through a publication and exhibition that will be presented in the fall. There will be a presentation of Julius Shulmans photographs of projects in Claremont as well as a silent auction of modern art and design. Vintage dress is encouraged. 7 to 9 p.m. Address will be provided upon reservation. $50. Space is limited. RSVP to 621-0848.
Jenelle Rensch covers the calendar, arts and entertainment. Deadline: Thursday at 5 p.m., one week before publication. Include date, time, address, a contact phone number and fee for admission (if applicable). Email: calendar@claremont-courier.com. Phone: 621-4761. Fax: 621-4072. Address: 1420 N. Claremont Blvd., Suite 205-B, Claremont, 91711. There is NO guarantee that items submitted will be published.
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EUREKA CLAREMONT: 580 W. First St., Claremont. Open daily from 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday through Thursday and closes at 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Hoppy Hour daily from 2 to 6 p.m. 445-8875. Thursday, May 23: All Titos Vodka drinks $2 off and Eureka Thursday Night Music featuring Dont Kick Jimmy. THE FOLK MUSIC CENTER: 220 Yale Ave., Claremont Village. Open Mic night, the last Sunday of every month. Sign-up begins at 6 p.m.; performances run from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Admission is $1. Info: 624-2928 or www.folkmusiccenter.com. Saturday, May 25: Fivacious perform at 7:30 p.m. $10. FLAPPERS COMEDY: 540 W. First St., Claremont Packing House. 18+. Show times: Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. May 17 and 18: James P. Connolly is a stand up
comedian and radio/TV host known for his playful, confident style and unique sense of humor. He is recognized across the country as one of the most played comedians on the Sirius XM Comedy Channels and is a frequent guest on the nationally syndicated Bob and Tom Radio Show. HIP KITTY JAZZ & FONDUE: 502 W. First St., Claremont Packing House. Tuesday through Sunday, 5:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Live jazz every night. Admission: 2-drink minimum. Info: 447-6700 or www.hipkittyjazz.com. Friday, May 17: The Lindy Sisters (1940s swing/jazz). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. Saturday, May 18: Ginger and the Hoosier Daddies (1920s jazz and 1940 swing). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. Sunday, May 19: Water Serpents (acoustic). 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 21: Ladies Night (female DJs). 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 22: Open Jam Night with Dave Weaver and the Specials. 8 p.m. Thursday, May 23: Overeasy (rock/funk/soul) at 7 p.m. and Beat Cinema (DJ) at 10 p.m. Friday, May 24: Hobo Jazz (swing/jazz). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge.
Saturday, May 25: Flattop Tom and his Jump Cats (swing/jump blues). 8 p.m. $5 cover charge. HOTEL CASA 425: 425 W. First St., Claremont. Call 624-2272 or visit www.casa425.com. Saturday, May 25: Vahagni performs from 7 to 10 p.m. THE PRESS RESTAURANT: 129 Harvard Ave., Claremont Village. Thursday through Saturday until 2 a.m. Live DJ every Thursday at 11 p.m. 21+ after 9 p.m. Standing room only after 9:30 p.m. No cover. 625-4808. Friday, May 17: ColeSlaw. 10 p.m. Saturday, May 18: Sugar Mountain Mama Serenade (folk). 10 p.m. Sunday, May 19: Sunday night dinner music. 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 21: King Trivia Night. Answer trivia questions for a chance to win beer. 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 22: Half-off Wine Wednesday. 11 a.m. to closing. Thursday, May 23: Los Feliz Quartet (jazz). 9 p.m. Friday, May 24: Soul Identity (rock/soul). 10 p.m. Saturday, May 25: Walter Clevenger & The Dairy Kings. 10 p.m.
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Claremont Chamber of Commerce, Public Plaza and City Hall in the Claremont Village. May 17 Seth Greenburg Combo Give Up The Junk Drift Iron (blues/rock) May 24 Carl Schaffer Quartet Squeekin' Wheels Marc Weller Trio (jazz) May 31 Steve Rushingwind Band Claremont Voodoo Society The Plus Tones (rock standards) June 7 Kenneth Johnson Ray Woods Combo (jazz/blues) Jackson Family Band (folk/rock) June 14 Tannins (jazz ) Sugar Mt. Mamas (folk/bluegrass) Technopagan (electro/original) June 21 Baba Elefante Trio (jazz) Dynamite Dawson (soft rock) Nobodys Station (rock) June 28 Woodrock (rock) Sligo Rags (Irish) Steve Rushingwind (flutes) July 5 Drowsy Maggie (recorders) The Dogs (classic rock) Jim Partlow Trio (jazz/blues) July 12 Lee Powers (standards) Claremont Voodoo Society (blues/roots) The Vinyl Number (rock) July 19 Carl Schaffer Quartet (standards) Seth Greenberg Combo (jazz) Steve Rushingwind (Native American flute) July 26 No Static (rock) Squeekin Wheels (folk/bluegrass) Patrick Carrico Band (jazz/rock) CC PP CH CC PP CH CC PP CH CC PP CH CC PP CH CC PP CH CC PP CH CC PP CH CC PP CH CC PP CH CC PP CH
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CANDLELIGHT PAVILION: 455 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening shows: dinner at 6 p.m., performance at 8:15 p.m.; Sunday evening shows: dinner at 5 p.m., performance at 7:15 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday matinees: lunch at 11 a.m., performance at 12:45 p.m. 626-1254, ext.1 or www.candlelightpavilion.com. Through June 16: The Full Monty. Seeing how much their wives enjoy watching male strippers during their girls night out, unemployed steelworkers in Buffalo, New York come up with a bold way to make some quick cash. In the process, they find renewed self-es-
teem, the importance of friendship and the ability to have fun. As the guys work through their fears, selfconsciousness, feelings of worthlessness and anxieties, they come to discover that not only are they stronger as a group, but that the strength they find in each other gives them the individual courage to face their demons and overcome them. Due to subject matter, recommended for mature audiences. Monday, May 22: Jumping Jack Flash: Celebrating the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Rolling Stones. Jumping Jack Flash recreates a Rolling Stones live performance by delivering what audiences come to seethe theatrics and power of the Greatest Rock-n-Roll Band in the World in its prime, with guests in the front row. Performing song selec-
tions from all periods of The Stones legendary career, the audience can depend on hearing the band perform the hits that they still sing along to. The greatest care has been given to the smallest details to insure that song performance, wardrobe, instrumentation, etc., are spot-on recreations of the real thing. Tickets are $20 each. Doors open at 6:45 p.m., with a 7:30 p.m. curtain for this performance. No dinner is included, but beverages and desserts will be available for purchase. RANCHO SANTA ANA BOTANIC GARDEN: 1500 N. College Ave., Claremont. The gallery is open Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Admission to the garden is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors (65+) and
students with valid ID, $4 for children 3 to 12, no charge for children under 3 and members. 625-8767 or www.rsabg.org. Saturday, June 15: The 30th Claremont Folk Festival. There will be 2 stages featuring live music as well as workshops, kids activities, garden tours, art vendors, craft booths and gourmet food and libations. The musical line-up includes David Lindley, Henry Rollins, Janet Klein and her Parlor Boys, Moira Smiley and Voco, Leon Mobley with Da Lion and more. The festival will open at 10 a.m. Tickets are $25, children 12 and under are free. For further information, visit www.folkmusiccenter.com or www.facebook.com/folkmusiccenter. Contact the Folk Music Center at 6242928 or by email at info@folkmusiccen ter.com or folkfestival30@gmail.com.
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57 UNDERGROUND: 300-C S. Thomas St., Pomona Arts Colony. Friday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., second and last Saturdays, noon to 9 p.m. 57 Underground features contemporary works by member and guest artists. 397-0218. June 29: Juxtaposition featuring Desiree Engel, Mervyn Seldon, Fay Colman and Mark Upson. Receptions: June 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. Art Walk: Saturdays, May 25 and June 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. AMOCA MUSEUM: 399 N. Garey Ave., Pomona. 865-3146. Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. www.amoca.org. 865-3146. May 18 through July 28: The Clay Connection: Jim and Nan McKinnell, celebrating their 5-decade careers. BUDDHAMOUSE EMPORIUM: 134 Yale Ave., Claremont. Open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 626-3322. Saturday, May 25: Tibetan Bowl Sound Healing Concert. Relax, listen and enjoy the nurturing sounds of Tibetan bowls. After the hour-long concert, guests will have the opportunity to ask questions and interact with the instruments. 6:30 to 8 p.m. $15. Buddhamouse Emporium, 134 Yale Ave., Claremont. 626-3322. Through May 31: Namaste by Nancy Macko explores issues related to eco-feminism, nature and ancient cultures. Ms. Macko is also interested in mathematics and makes connections be-
tween nature and technology. The Namaste suite prints combine techniques of lithography, etching and spit bite. CLAREMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ART GALLERY: 205 Yale Ave., Claremont Chamber of Commerce. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 398-1060. Through May 31: Fifth Annual Claremont High School Student Art Show featuring students in advanced 2D art classes (art production, AP studio art, IB visual art, computer graphic arts and advanced photography. CLAREMONT FORUM GALLERY: 586 W. First St. in The Packing House. 12 to 7 p.m. 626-3066. Through May 31: Photography by Harold Barnes. THE COLONY AT LOFT 204: 532 W. First St., #204, Claremont Packing House. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. www.loft204.com. Saturday, May 18: Planting Design Class: Matching Your Architecture, a 2-part class on exploring specific architectural styles and how you can create the perfect landscape around them. HGTV featured designer Dominic Masiello of DP Environments will discuss planting and layout options in accordance with waterfriendly design practices. Mr. Masiellos projects have aired on HGTV shows including Landscapers Challenge and Get Out, Way Out. Part 2 will cover practical application and installation methods. Bring photos and sketches of your yardMr. Masiello will give consultations on landscaping design. Space
is limited. Email your reservation to info@loft204.com. Through, May 25: Featured artist this month is fashion and portrait photographer Diane Lynn. The boutique features jewelry, scarfs, greeting cards, small prints and other original art. Participants in The Colony this month include paintings by Brooke Morrison, stained glass/mosaics by Jenifer Hall, watercolors by Arwen Allen, photography by Vicki, limited edition prints by Melody Grace Cave, Dusty Roads collection photography by Barbara Sammons, a boutique by Clare Miranda and oddities by Sarah Toribbio and friends. Show your COURIER supportClaremont COURIER hoodies, mugs and recent editions of the newspaper are available exclusively at The Colony at Loft 204. Tuesday, May 21: Beginning belly dance class with Adina Dane of Casablanca Bar & Grill. Learn basic upper and lower body isolations, footwork and important stretching techniques. Wear comfortable clothes. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. 7 to 8 p.m. $10. Wednesday, May 22: Intermediate belly dance class. Time to get technicalwork on isolation drills and movement combinations while diving deeper into belly dance technique. Wear comfortable clothes. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. 7 to 8 p.m. $10. Saturday, June 1: Enchantment Under the Sea dance. Travel back in time for a silly 1950s prom complete with prom photo, party food, punch, paper decorations, party favors and live band. Dress in 1950s-style prom
dresses and suits. The event takes place between 8 to 10 p.m. $25 per couple or $15 for an individual ticket. Space is very limited for this event, purchase tickets by Wednesday, May 29 at The Colony at Loft 204, located upstairs in the Claremont Packing House. FIRST STREET GALLERY ART CENTER: 250 W. First St., Suite 120, Claremont. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 626-5455. Through July 12: Dialogs of Practice, Part II. Artists for the exhibition have been paired together through a shared interest in content, humor, text or abstraction. Some of the art in the exhibition has been made in direct response to their partners work or in collaboration. GALLERIA BERETICH: The home and studio of Barbara Beretich, 1034 Harvard Ave., Claremont. 624-0548. www.galleriaberetich.com. Open Sundays from noon to 3 p.m.: Visitors welcome anytime, appointments appreciated. Featuring California art, paintings and sculptures from local and national artists since 1976. GALLERY SOHO: 300-A S. Thomas St., basement level, Pomona Arts Colony. Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 2 through July 5: Natures Gifts open exhibit, entry fees apply. Take-in for the show will take place on Saturday, June 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Opening reception: Saturday, June 8 from 6 to 9 p.m.
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LATINO ART MUSEUM: 281 S. Thomas St. Suite 105, Pomona. www.lamoa.net. 620-6009 or 4842618. Through May 25: Contrapunto, a group exhibit featuring contemporary Latin American artists in Grand Salon East and Arte Inmigrante en Accin (Immigrant Art in Action) in Grand Salon West. June 30: Ivan Fernandez Da Vila, Habitacion en Lima in Grand Salon West. MAIN STREET GALLERY: 252C S. Main St., Pomona. 868-2979. Through May 30: Blissed! oil paintings by Ken Sheffer and woodworking by Dave Holzberger. MALOOF FOUNDATION FOR ARTS & CRAFTS: 5131 Carnelian St., Alta Loma. 980-0412, info@mal ooffoundation.org or www.maloof foundation.org. Tours: Docent-led tours are offered on Thursdays and Saturdays at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. and feature Sam Maloofs handmade home, furniture and the extensive Maloof collection of arts and crafts. Due to limited capacity, advance reservations are strongly recommended for all tours. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for students. The Discovery Garden is open to visitors on Thursdays and Saturdays between noon and 4 p.m. at no charge. Check in at the Foundation Bookstore. The garden features drought-tolerant plants native to California and other parts of the world. May 30 through October 27: With Strings Attached: Art in the Craft of Sound. There are nearly 40 musical instruments in the exhibition, representing a broad cross-section of cultures and traditions. The performances bring to life for audiences a number of the instruments, some of which are not often heard. Sunday, May 19: International koto artist Yukiko Matsuyama will give a performance in conjunction with the exhibit With Strings Attached: Art in the Craft of Sound. Ms. Matsuyama was born in Osaka, Japan and was classically trained from age 9 at the Ikuta School of Koto. She
moved to Los Angeles in 1993 and began composing music blending traditional koto with western instruments. The performance takes place from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Maloof Foundation Courtyard. PEGGY PHELPS & EAST GALLERY: Claremont Graduate University, 251 E. Tenth St., Claremont. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 621-8071. Through May 17: You Are the Ocean and I Have a Fear of Drowning, group exhibition. PERMADIRTY PROJECT SPACE: 532 W. First St., Unit 219, Claremont. Open Thursday through Sunday. For more information email itspermadirty@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/permadirty. Wednesdays: Meditation group with Johnathan Thomas. 7 to 8 p.m. $5. RSVP to www.whole-person-healing.com. Saturdays: Saturday Morning Cartoons, cartooning workshop led by resident artist Jimmy Purcell. Learn tips and tricks of cartooning while watching cartoons. A donation is requested; bring your own supplies. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays: Life drawing workshop with resident artist Quinn Salazar. Three hours of uninstructed drawing and painting of a nude model. Bring your own supplies to work with; seating will be provided. 3 to 6 p.m. $10. RSVP required: 618-4395. RANCHO SANTA ANA BOTANIC GARDEN: 1500 N. College Ave., Claremont. The gallery is open Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Admission to the garden is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors (65+) and students with valid ID, $4 for children 3 to 12, no charge for children under 3 and members. 6258767 or www.rsabg.org. June 1 and 2: Art in the Garden: For the Love of Art and Plants in the Garden Bazaar. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Through June 9: Where They Grow Wild, an exclusive display of original artworks from Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Gardens archival collections, complementing the When they were Wild collaborative exhibition with the Huntington and the Theodore Payne Foundation.
COURIER photo/Jenelle Rensch Yael Steinfeld leads an Israeli folk dance class at the Claremont Masonic Lodge. Read the story and see more photos on our Claremont After Hours blog. Visit www.claremont-courier.com and click on the Claremont After Hours link on the lower left hand side of the homepage.
Through July 28: Butterfly Pavilion lets visitors interact with real butterflies. The Lantz Outdoor Classroom features activities for families, including nature-based art and craft projects. Butterfly gardening enthusiasts can learn about creating the habitats that butterflies need to survive. $2 exhibition admission, plus standard garden admission. RUTH CHANDLER WILLIAMSON GALLERY: 1030 Columbia Ave., on 11th and Columbia, Scripps College campus. Wednesday through Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. during exhibitions. Free admission. 607-3397 or www.scripp scollege.edu/williamson-gallery/. Through May 19: Scripps College Senior Art Show Re/Fractions, highlighting the final thesis projects of graduating studio art majors. The display features paintings, photography and mixed-media works on the theme of the body and its surrounding environs and how both change, move and often fracture before mending to become whole again. In addition to creating the works displayed, the students conceptualize the show, install their pieces, write artist statements and design publicity. This years featured seniors are Sara Chun, Sophie Forman, Devin Grenley, Diana Ori-
huela, Camille Robins, Avantika Saraogi and Denise Tupper. The Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery is located at Eleventh Street and Columbia Avenue, adjacent to Baxter Hall. During the exhibition, the gallery is open to the public, free of charge. SQUARE i GALLERY: 110 Harvard Ave., Claremont. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or by appointment. Square i is an annex of the Artist Trait Gallery. Exhibits rotate approximately every 6 weeks. Call 621-9091 or e-mail info@squareigallery.com. Through May 31: College Campuses by Patrick Dooley, a wellknown California painter with an ability to capture the essence of a scene in his watercolor paintings. His subjects vary including portraits, landscapes, marine life, wildlife and depiction of life in the west. In this show, Mr. Dooley is featuring the college campuses in and around Claremont. He has spent the major part of his life in pursuit of creating and sharing his passion for painting. He is an award-winning artist, illustrator and instructor. Mr. Dooleys works appear in private and corporate collections throughout the United States and Canada.
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John Brustad
Engineer, veteran, whistler
John Brustad, a Claremont Manor resident, died peacefully on May 1, 2013. He was 93. Mr. Brustad was born on March 3, 1920 in Minot, North Dakota to John H. Brustad and Anna S. Brustad. His father worked for the Great Northern Railway, running from Saint Paul, Minnesota to Seattle, Washington. Mr. Brustad received a bachelors degree in chemical engineering from the University of North Dakota in 1942. After graduation, he served as a sergeant in the US Army in the Pacific theatre of World War II. Upon being honorably discharged, he earned a masters degree in mathematics from the University of Southern California in 1950. Mr. Brustad was living in Long Beach, California when he met and fell in love with his neighbor, Kathleen OCallahan, who was a fellow veteran, having been a member of the WAVES all-woman Navy division. They were married in 1951 and had 4 children, Marianne, Robert, William and John. Mr. Brustad worked for General Dynamics, Pomona Division as a missile ways think of him as the whistler. I liked to go past his office at GD and whistle a couple bars of Old Black Magic. He immediately would start whistling that song. Same for any other song. I called him injection-lock Brustad (electrical engineers will understand that), Mr. Huff continued. He was smart as the dickens and a really great guy to work with. It was great knowing you, John. If there is a heaven, St. Peter is hearing Old Black Magic as I write this. While his job kept him busy, Mr. Brustad always found time for his children. A strong proponent of education, he would pose math problems to his children at night and often introduced a discussion of history at the dinner table. In his spare time, Mr. Brustad enjoyed playing poker and barbecuing, with juicy steak being his specialty. Over the years, he also took a number of backpacking trips with his family in the Sierras, including memorable getaways at Mt. Whitney and Yosemite. During his retirement years, Mr. Brus-
OBITUARIES
tad volunteered with the American Red Cross, Reading for the Blind and several other organizations. He was an active member of the University Club of Claremont and golfed on a regular basis. At the manor, they pointed out his whistling, and said they really miss his laugh, Mr. Brustads son Bill said. It would kind of brighten things up when theyd see him coming. Mr. Brustad is survived by his 4 children, Marianne Nardella of Moscow, Pennsylvania; Robert Brustad of Fort Collins, Colorado; William Brustad of Perris, California and John Brustad of Dana Point, California. He is also survived by his daughters-in-law, Lorraine Brustad and Vone Brustad; by a son-inlaw, Mark Nardella; by 5 grandchildren, Erik Brustad, Heather Brustad, Erin Nardella, Mike Nardella and Robert C. Brustad; by 2 nephews, George Brustad and Harry Beck; and by a niece, Lois Hesse. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Brustad, in 2008 and by his brother, George A. Brustad, in 1985.
design engineer from 1960 until his retirement in 1987. Whether at work or at home, Mr. Brustad was known for his upbeat demeanor. John was a coworker and a neighbor, Jim Huff remembered. I will al-
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Beers and brushwork

Claremont businesses join forces to launch Art on Tap
or those who need a little liquid courage to get the creative juices flowing, Claremont Craft Ales and Otterspace Arts have the remedy. Art on Tapan adults-only art class now offered once a month at Craft Aleshas the brews and the brushes necessary to lead its guests more calmly into the creative process.
And if you are still struggling, you can always have another beer, co-instructor Mary Beth Fletcher suggested. With Art on Tap, art teachers and best friends Mary Beth Fletcher and Jen Rosen are taking a night away from the lesson plans for kindergarten through eighth grade students, the age range they cater to through Otterspace Arts, to team up with friends Emily Moultrie and Simon Brown for a special adults night out, alcohol and art included. They are pleased to find this latest leap is not so different from what they have been doing in classrooms for years. When you tell a group of kids they are going to paint theyre like yeah! And the adults are really no different, Ms. Fletcher said. Theres something so gorgeous about seeing that same joy in adults as we see in children all day long. At the end of the night they are really astonished by what they have been able to accomplish. Claremont Craft Ales opens on the second Wednesday of every month to fill its tasting room with easels and paint for its patrons, whether they be novice painters just looking to let loose after a hard workday or skilled artists seeking a change of scenery. Signed up for Art on Tap by his wife in January, graphic artist Ben Bull liked the change of pace so much that he has made a point to come back to every session since. Its nice to not be sitting in front the computer for a change, said Mr. Bull, who paired his nights painting with a Robled oaked red ale. Even Ms. Moultrie gets to indulge in a bit of art in between her usual task of filling glasses. While her 7year-old takes classes at Otterspace Arts during the day, she gets to learn some of the tricks herself at night. Beyond fostering her own creative whims, offering the class is one way she is honoring the her conceptual vision for her craft beer business. I wanted to provide a place where adults could be comfortable enough to be adult learners. To not worry about being perfect, but to engage, Ms. Moultrie shared. Art on Tap is just one of the ways Claremont Craft Ales is engaging its customers. During the school year, the brewery regularly welcomes professors and stu-
COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff Claremont resident Jude Kieda works on her painting last Wednesday evening during Art on Tap at Claremont Craft Ales, where students learned painting techniques as they reproduced Henri Matisses The Goldfish
dents to lecture at its facilities, hosting special science on tap sessions. And this Saturday, Craft Ales will be brewing as its guests participate in a memoir writing class from noon to 2 p.m. Ms. Moultrie is pleased to have Ms. Fletcher and Ms. Rosen to share in furthering her vision, and to allow her to enter into a beer-induced artistry she didnt know she possessed. Im always so impressed with [Ms. Fletcher and Ms. Rosens] ability to give master instruction, she said. Whether its my 7-year-old or a 70-year-old in this class, they make it so easy to follow and you know
that you are learning the correct techniques. Wednesdays session began with a simple squished circle. The instructors broke down every element of the seemingly complicated Matisse painting from there, until each artist had their own unique interpretation of the original design. Lori Kieslings painting deviated from the original artwork to show her own artistic flair, a carafe-style fish bowl and ornately designed fishes. Her attention to deal hides well the fact that she only began painting 7 months ago. She set paintbrush to
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Otterspace Arts coowner Jen Rosen distributes additional paint during an Art on Tap class last Wednesday night at Claremont Craft Ales. Students had a good time learning to paint and enjoying the beer selection.
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easel for the first time at an Art on Tap session in October. My stick people didnt look like sticks, she insisted of her prior talents as she recalled her terror in trying to recreate Van Goghs Starry Night. Her terror was turned around by the end of the night. I realized that I had talents I wasnt giving myself credit for, Ms. Kiesling said. They really make art accessible to the most intimidated newcomer. The ability to making art more accessible in an age characterized by budget cuts and busy schedules is what first encouraged Ms. Fletcher and Ms. Rosen to create programming through Otterspace Artsso named for the limitlessness of outer space and the sprightliness of the animal kingdoms most playful character, the otter. Its a creative classroom with no walls and no boundaries, Ms. Fletcher explained. Before setting off on their journey with Otterspace, the self-proclaimed soul sisters began as a teaching team in the art department of the Pomona Unified School District. It was a dream come true for the selfproclaimed soul sisters, who both had obtained masters degrees in the fine arts and had found their calling in teaching children. That dream quickly came apart with the introduction of budget cuts. Their program was given the ax in 2009 along with the Pomona Unified art department. The following school year the 2 teachers were reintroduced into the regular classroom, Ms. Fletcher teaching kindergarten and Ms. Rosen. My first day was 34-1, and thats all Im going to say about that, Ms. Fletcher laughed. They held out for a year and then, in true soul sister form, Ms. Fletcher and Ms. Rosen handed in their resignations simultaneously. We were living someone elses dream, Ms. Fletcher said. So we decided to make our own dream. It meant trading in full benefits and steady pay to create Otterspace Arts, a way to give back the arts programming that had been taken away from elementary-
Ignacio Alvarez listens for the next step while painting Matisses The Goldfish last Wednesday at Claremont Craft Ales. Many of the students have attended earlier classes at the brewery, which began in October.
age children. It was hard, but we were heartbroken, Ms. Rosen said. Our kids werent getting any of the arts, and even with our backgrounds in the arts, it was still hard to put it in the classroom. There just wasnt enough time, art was not high on the districts list of priorities. Though the transition was initially a challenging one, it has allowed them to fully embrace their philosophy of developing creative thinking through creative expression. And it has taken them on some surprising journeys along the way, such as with their latest venture at Claremont Craft Ales. Its been amazing. We get to support ourselves in
doing what we love. Our jobs are different every day and we get to create it, Ms. Rosen said. We get to drive the ship. Ms. Fletcher and Ms. Rosen welcome newcomers, 21 and older, aboard for the next Art on Tap session on Wednesday, June 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Claremont Craft Ales, 1420 N. Claremont Blvd, 204C. The teaching duo will lead the class in recreating a Picasso nude. $45 covers the class and all supplies needed. Beer is sold separately. For more information on Art on Tap or Otterspace Arts, visit www.otterspacearts.com.
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ABOVE: Nick Pedroza, center, changes the handlebars on his bike before the start of the 36th annual El Roble Intermediate School 24-hour Bike Marathon last Thursday. The students chose Foothill Family Shelter to receive donations raised by this years event. ATLEFT: Eighth grader Victoria Crowell rides her bike around a turn early Friday. Dozens of 8th graders participated in the event in which teams of riders continuously circled the track from 12:30 p.m. Thursday until 12:30 p.m. Friday. This year, the students raised money for Foothill Family Shelter in Upland and hope to donate as much as $6000. The top boy rider is Alex Navazi, who rode 535 laps. The leading girl rider was Alexandra Guschu, who completed 490 laps.
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There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The courts lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dfas, Ia corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versin. Lea Ia informacin a continuacin. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despus de que le entreguen esta citacin y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta par escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una 1amada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en Ia corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta.Puede encontrar estos formularies de Ia corte y ms informacin en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en Ia biblioteca del eyes de su condado o en Ia corte que le quede ms cerca. Sino puede pagar Ia cuota de presentacin, pida al secretario de Ia corte que le d un formulario de exencin de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso par incumplimiento y Ia corte le podr quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisites legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remison a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisites para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un program a de servicios legales sin fines de luera. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de luera en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o ponindose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Par ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 ms de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesin de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de Ia corte antes de que Ia corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is (El nombre y direccin de la corte es): Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 111 North Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. CASE NUMBER (Numero del Caso): BC499258 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiffs attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Michael F. Baltaxe (SBN 129532), SOTTILE BALTAXE, 4333 Park Terrace Drive, Suite 160, Westlake Village, CA 91361, 818-889-0050. DATE (Fecha): January 16, 2013, Clerk, by (Secretario): John A. Clarke, Deputy (Adjunto): Christina Grijalva. (For proof of service of this summons, use Proof of Service of Summons (form POS-010)(Para prueba de entrega de esta citation use el formulario Proof Of Service of Summons, POS-010). PUBLISH: 04/26/13, 05/03/13, 05/10/13, 05/17/13 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 080202 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as COLE DESIGN, 1419 Rust Ct., Claremont, CA 91711. Gina Lane, 1419 Rust Ct., Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Gina Lane This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/18/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: April 26, May 3, 10 and 17, 2013
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 081991 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as The First Harvard Group, 107 Harvard Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Carol Curtis, 685 W. 10th St., Claremont, CA 91711. Sallie Curtis, 900 E. Harrison Ave., #37, Pomona, CA 91767. Peter Weinberger, 1030 Moab Dr., Claremont, CA 91711. Leonard Munter, 900 E. Harrison Ave., #G-3, Pomona, CA 91767. David A. Stafford, 146 North Third Street, Raton, NM 87740. Gay Fisk, 803 Manchester Ct., Claremont, CA 91711. Susan B. Kennedy, 7075 High Meadow Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Helen-Jeanne Munter, 900 E. Harrison Ave., #G-3, Pomona, CA 91767. This business is conducted by a General Partnership. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above in January, 1981. /s/ Carol Curtis This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/22/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: April 26, May 3, 10 and 17, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 077976 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as NICHOLE SKIN BOUTIQUE, 206 W. Bonita Ave., Unit G, Claremont, CA 91711. Nichole Vallone, 2563 Pointe Coupee Dr., Chino Hills, CA 91709. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Nichole Vallone This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/17/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: April 26, May 3, 10 and 17, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013067755 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as MEETING TECH AV, POIGNANT AUDIO VISUAL SERVICES, 1407 Foothill Blvd. 17, La Verne, CA 91750. John Allen Jewell, 1101 W. McKinley Ave. #374, Pomona, CA 91768. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above on 04/01/13. /s/ John Jewell This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/04/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 077290 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Pacific Advisors Employee Benefits, 333 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711. PA Warner LLC, 333 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above on 12/01/12. /s/ Kelly Kidwell Title: Manager This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/16/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013086823 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as ICODE ENGINEERING, JD PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL, 249 Independence Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. John Duan, 249 Independence Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ John Duan This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/26/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2013 T.S. No.: 2012-02003 Loan No.: 7141258306 NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/9/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashiers check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: KATHA REDMON AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: Power Default Services, Inc. Recorded 5/17/2006 as Instrument No. 06 1084016 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California. The subject Deed of Trust was modified by A Loan Modification Agreement effective October 1, 2010. Date of Sale: 6/3/2013 at 9:30 AM Place of Sale: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $340,164.75 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1772 ARALIA DRIVE POMONA, California 91766 A.P.N.: 8344-005-002 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorders office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 240-3530, using the file number assigned to this case 201202003. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 4/29/2013 Power Default Services, Inc. 1525 South Belt Line Rd Coppell, Texas 75019 Sale Line: (866) 240-3530 __________________________________ David Lopez, Foreclosure Specialist Publish: 5/10/13, 5/17/13, 5/24/13
Claremont COURIER Classifieds/Friday, May 17, 2013

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND BID NOTICE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC OF THE INTENTION TO SELL CERTAIN PROPERTY OF THE CLAREMONT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (Property located at 700 W. Baseline Road, Claremont, California 91711) Pursuant to the provisions of Education Code section 17469, you are hereby notified that the Claremont Unified School District has adopted a resolution indicating its intention to sell its interest in certain property at 700 W. Baseline Road, Claremont, California 91711, known generally as the Districts former Service Center Property (the Property). Pursuant to Education Code section 17469, the Claremont Unified School District offers to sell the Property to the general public at a minimum bid of SEVEN MILLION DOLLARS ($7,000,000.00), at a public bid to be held on May 29, 2013 beginning at 11:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the District Office, located at 170 W. San Jose Ave., Claremont, California 91711. Interested bidders for the purchase of the Property shall submit a bid proposal on a form supplied by the Claremont Unified School District to Sue Brannon, Purchasing Coordinator at the Districts Business Office, located at 170 W. San Jose Ave., Claremont, California 91711 by 11:00 a.m. on May 29, 2013. All inquiries should be directed to: TIERRA DEVELOPMENT ADVISORS 901 Dove Street, Suite 140 Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949) 379-5263 Attention: Brandon Johnson ex.266 or Roland Chavez ex. 265 Publish: May 10, 17 and 24, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 089772 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as PEAK Eyegear, 534 Occidental Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. Mailing address: 140 N. Harvard Ave., #293, Claremont, CA 91711. PEAK EYEGEAR INC., 534 Occidental Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by a Corporation. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Gregory Rook Title: President This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 05/01/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST Loan: CUEVARR/4-11-02590-2PROPS Other: 136000030-H03 File: 2013-0105 WFT A.P. Number: 8709-065-017/5188-005-010 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED November 28, 2011, UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that Western Fidelity Trustees, as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by CUEVARRETE, INC. a California Corporation Recorded on 12/15/2011 as Instrument No. 2011-1697660 of Official records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 01/31/2013 as Instrument No. 2013-0160464 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 05/31/2013 at Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, CA at 9:00 A.M. AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You must also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of the outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Sec. 2924g of the Calif. Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee's sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property you may call (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Web Site www.priorityposting.com using the file number assigned to this case: 2013-0105. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close to the time of the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the
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real property described above is purported to be: 931 PERCHERON DRIVE, WALNUT CA AND 3554 PERCY STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $67,393.78 In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee's Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. Dated: 05/03/2013 Western Fidelity Trustees, as said Trustee, 1222 Crenshaw Blvd., Suite B, Torrance, CA 90501 (310) 212-0700 By: Kathleen Herrera, Trustee Officer. 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/13 CNS-2482770# CLAREMONT COURIER Trustee Sale No. 26000CA Title Order No. 1350334 NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11-132006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 05-30-2013 at 9:00 AM, MERIDIAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE f/k/a MTDS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION DBA MERIDIAN TRUST DEED SERVICE as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 11-28-2006, Book , Page , Instrument 06 2623322 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, executed by: DAINIS KLEINBERGS AND MILA S. KLEINBERGS, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS as Trustor, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B., A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS BANK, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashiers check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashiers check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without convenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possesssion, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the notes (s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, CA Legal Description: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation of the real property purported as: 20688 KELFIELD DRIVE , DIAMOND BAR, CA 91789 APN Number: 8763-016-001 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges:$526,535.76 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not the property itself. Placing the highest bid at trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorders office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site www. Priorityposting.com , using the file number assigned to this case 26000CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. In addition, the borrower on the loan shall be sent a written notice if the sale has been postponed for at least ten (10) business days. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold as is. DATE: 04-30-2013 MERIDIAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE f/k/a MTDS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION DBA MERIDIAN TRUST DEED SERVICE 3 SAN JOAQUIN PLAZA, SUITE 215, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660 Sales Line: (714) 573-1965 OR (702) 586-4500 MERIDIAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE IS ASSISTING THE BENEFICIARY TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. JESSE J. FERNANDEZ, PUBLICATION LEAD P1037054 5/10, 5/17, 05/24/2013
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110145360 Doc ID #000237428922005N Title Order No. 11-0130087 Investor/Insurer No. 1044828366 APN No. 8670-018-019 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/20/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by WILLIAM R. MEYER, JR. AND JAN L. MEYER, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 12/20/2006 and recorded 12/28/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-2879148, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 06/19/2013 at 9:00AM, Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650, Vineyard Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2951 NORTH ROCKMONT AVE, CLAREMONT, CA, 91711. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $513,235.33. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on a property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present
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at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case TS No. 11-0145360. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. DATED: 03/15/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. A-4385528 05/17/2013, 05/24/2013, 05/31/2013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 100116083 Doc ID #0001705563392005N Title Order No. 10-8-428135 Investor/Insurer No. 1704094444 APN No. 8313-010-060 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/20/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by SHEILA P WALKER, A SINGLE WOMAN, dated 06/20/2007 and recorded 6/27/2007, as Instrument No. 20071538843, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 06/14/2013 at 11:00AM, By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 602 ASBURY DRIVE, CLAREMONT, CA, 91711. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $530,478.33. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on a property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case TS No. 10-0116083. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. DATED: 12/14/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. A-FN4385337 05/17/2013, 05/24/2013, 05/31/2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013094834 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as 2TREASURESELLERS, 486 Norwich Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. Steven Lee Foster, 486 Norwich Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. Melanie Jeanne Foster, 486 Norwich Drive, Claremont, CA 91711. This business is conducted by a Married Couple. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed above on 05/08/2013. /s/ Steven Lee Foster This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 05/08/13. NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 17, 24, 31 and June 7, 2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2013 088482 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as PMH Creative Design, 1872 Clear Falls Ave., La Verne, CA 91750. Patricia Hardenburger, 1872 Clear Falls Ave., La Verne, CA 91750. This business is conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Patricia Hardenburger This statement was filed with the RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 04/30/13.

NOTICE- In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five (5) years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLISH: May 17, 24, 31 and June 7, 2013 RESOLUTION NO. 2013-29 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLAREMONT, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. LL001 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2013/14 PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972 FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING OF LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING, AND GIVING NOTICE OF AND SETTING THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE LEVY OF THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS WHEREAS, in March 1990, the City Council of the City of Claremont (the City) adopted Landscape and Lighting District No. LL001 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 (commencing with 22500) of Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code (the Act), for the maintenance and servicing of street lighting, street trees, parkways, median islands, and city parks; and WHEREAS, Landscape and Lighting District No. LL001 qualifies for continued levying under Section 5 of Article XIII D of the California Constitution; and WHEREAS, the City is required under the Act to follow certain annual procedures for levying assessments; and WHEREAS, on February 26, 2013, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2013-12 initiating proceedings for the levy and collection of assessments for Fiscal Year 2013/14; and WHEREAS, by said resolution, the City Council ordered Willdan Financial Services, for the purpose of assisting the City with the annual levy and collection of assessments within said assessment district, to prepare and file a report with the City Clerk in accordance with Article 4 (commencing with 22565) of Chapter 1 of Part 2 of Division 15 of the Streets and Highway Code; and WHEREAS, Willdan Financial Services has filed such report with the City Clerk, and such report has been presented and considered by the City Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLAREMONT, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS: Intention. The City Section 1. Council hereby declares that it is their intention to levy and collect assessments for Landscape and Lighting District No. LL001 for the Fiscal Year 2013/14 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972. The area to be assessed is located in the City of Claremont, County of Los Angeles. The boundaries of Landscape and Lighting District No. LL001 are described in the Fiscal Year 2013/14 Annual Engineers Report (on file in the City Clerks office). No assessments shall be imposed upon a federal or state government agency (county, city, and/or special district) located within the boundaries except when such property
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is not devoted to a public use. Section 2. Purpose. The purpose of Landscape and Lighting District No. LL001 is for maintenance and servicing of street lighting, street trees, parkways, median islands, and city parks. Section 3. Report. The Willdan Financial Services report is on file with the City Clerk and has been accepted by the City Council at the meeting at which this Resolution has been adopted. All interested persons are referred to the Willdan Financial Services report for a full and detailed description of the work, the boundaries of the proposed assessment district, and the proposed assessments upon assessable lots and parcels of land within Landscape and Lighting District No. LL001. Section 4. Time and Place of Hearing. On Tuesday, May 28, 2103, at the hour of 7:00 p.m., during the course of its regular scheduled meeting, the City Council will conduct a public hearing on the question of the levy of the proposed annual assessment. The hearing will be held at the City Council Chamber, 225 Second Street, Claremont, California. Section 5. Notice. The City Clerk shall give notice of the time and place of said hearing by publishing a copy of this Resolution once in the Claremont Courier and once in the Daily Bulletin not less than ten (10) days before the date of the hearing. Section 6. Limitation on Increase of Annual Assessment. The proposed annual assessment shall be based on actual total costs, as delineated by Streets and Highways Code 22569. The City Council has declared its intention to use, as a guide, for the purpose of determining the appropriateness of annual increases in assessments, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers for the Los Angeles-Riverside-Orange County area (1982-1984=100), published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics; provided, however, that any such annual increase in assessments shall not exceed ten percent (10%). The proposed 2013/14 assessment represents a 1.29% increase over the previous year. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of May, 2013.
State of California ) County of Los Angeles )ss. City of Claremont ) I, Lynne E. Fryman, City Clerk of the City of Claremont, County of Los Angeles, State of California, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly adopted by the City Council of said City of Claremont at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 14th day of May, 2013, by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmember: Schroeder, Pedroza, Calaycay, Lyons, Nasiali Noes: Councilmember: None Abstentions:Councilmember: None Absent: Councilmember: None Publish: May 17, 2013
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Landscaping
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SUNSET GARDENS LANDSCAPING. C-27 Lic.373833. Drought resistant landscapes. Turf removal. Irrigation specialist. Naturescapes. Desertscapes. Rockscapes. Masonry. Call John Cook, 909-231-8305. Claremont.
AFFORDABLE. Traditional or green options. Custom work. No job too big or too small. 20 years of Claremont resident referrals. Free estimates. Lic.721041. 909-922-8042. www.vjpaint.com.
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Custom built home and studio of artist, John Svenson. Built by renown local builder, Don Hershey in 1979. Two bedrooms downstairs and one up. Upstairs balcony. Beautiful mountain view. Many shelves and built-ins. Living room features fireplace and wood beam ceiling. Studio has lots of windows and natural light, 3/4 bathroom, central heat and 2-story high ceilings. Sliding glass doors open to low maintenance yard and patio with fish pond. Art studio is approximately 1,247 sq. ft. and is in addition to the approximately 2,535 sq. ft. main house. $475,000. (V2480)
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845 Trinity Lane, Claremont. $449,000. Perfect Club Terrace condolovely in every way. The homeowner spent
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913 Willow Springs Lane, Glendora. "THE BIRD HOUSE" A MID-CENTURY CONTEMPORARY POST & BEAM MASTERPIECE. $795,000. In the coveted Hidden Springs neighborhood, near the foothills, you will find a sprawling single-level home boasting walls of glass and picturesque garden vistas, surrounded by a verdant canopy of tall shade trees. Architect designed by Jan Hansen and quality custom-built by Harold Herscher circa 1964. Entertainer's living room with fireplace and dining room. Chef's kitchen opens to eating area. Adjacent family den and office plus large great room boasting extensive built-ins. Ten year newer tile roof. Abundant storage throughout. Approximately 1/2 acre of lush grounds. Original owner home, first time available for sale. (W913)
CONTEMPORARY CRAFTSMAN ESTATE IN THE FOOTHILLS. $1,250,000. Hillside and mountain views in a picturesque setting on over an acre in Live Oak Canyon. Designed by Pasadena architect, Ivo Clarich. Original owner/builder. A high quality one story rambling residence with large bonus room upstairs. Recently renovated by Hartman Baldwin Design/Build. Open design with light wood and vaulted ceilings, magnificent great room setting with handsome stone fireplace. One-ofa-kind architectural details. Long gated driveway leads to motor court, 3-car garage plus carport. Private well, comes with stock in Webb Oak Mutual Water Company. Zoned for horses plus additional agriculture, if desired. Claremont School District. Standard sale. Seldom does a property of this significance become available on the open market. (L4825)
NORTHEAST CLAREMONT CLUB GALERIE HOME. $635,000. Absolutely gorgeous home perfectly nestled on a serene cul-de-sac. Convenient to the Claremont Club, Chaparral Elementary School, neighborhood park, walking trails and shopping center. Largest and favorite 2-story "Rembrandt Model" with 4 bedrooms upstairs, 2.5 bathrooms and over 2,600 sq. ft. Enjoy extensive recent upgrades inside and out! Three fireplaces. Formal living and dining rooms. Spacious kitchen with center island opens to friendly family room. Indoor laundry room. Three car garage. Beautiful lush gardens with swimming pool and spa plus multiple patio areas. (G733)
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NEWLY REMODELED NORTH CLAREMONT HOME. $550,000. Highly sought after Condit Elementary School neighborhood. Quality built by Lewis Homes. Coveted one-story functional floor plan perfect for entertaining. Three bedrooms, 3 updated bathrooms, approximately 2,200 sq. ft. Formal entry hall leads to spacious living room with fireplace and built-ins. Cheerful remodeled kitchen with eating nook opens to family room with vaulted ceiling and additional fireplace. Formal dining room features walls of glass to lush gardens. Freshly painted inside and out. Indoor laundry room with sink. Newer central air and heat plus air ducting. Updated electrical and copper plumbing. Extensive custom storage areas. Landscaped lot nearly 1/4 acre with privacy, multiple patio and grassy yard areas. Prime locale. (M925) PADUA HILLS CUSTOM SPANISH CONTEMPORARY PANORAMIC VIEWS. $825,000. Unobstructed western views of mountains, hills, canyons and valley. Recently redesigned and renovated by architects Wheeler & Wheeler. Gated entry leads to front entrance accented with mosaic tiled waterfall, fountain and pond. Airy one-level floor plan boasting soaring ceilings with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Master suite features generous walk-in closets plus a lavish spa bath. Newly remodeled gourmet chef's kitchen. Attached garage with direct access. Expansive view balcony with bubbling spa and shaded by impressive oak tree canopies. Listen to the birds and the trickling creek below in a tranquil setting. Convenient to Padua Hills Theater, Claremont Hills Wilderness Park and trails nearby. (V4257) CLARABOYA HILLSIDE PANORAMIC VIEWS. $875,000. Contemporary Mid-Century custom built. Original one family owner. Professionally decorated, shows light and airy throughout with neutral decor. Perfectly situated on a quiet cul-de-sac offering picturesque valley, city lights and hillside vistas! Well designed 4 bedroom plus den floor plan boasts high ceilings, perfect for entertaining and family living. Formal dining room with bookcase. Inviting living room accented with floating fireplace. Updated chefs kitchen opens to eating area and garden views. Fabulous family great room looks out to twinkling lights. Plantation shutters and multiple built-ins throughout. Central air and heat. Dual pane windows. Beautiful manicured nearly 1/2 acre grounds exude privacy, featuring swimming pool, covered patio and grassy yard areas. (V683)
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821 GUANAJUATO DRIVE, CLAREMONT. SPANISH STYLE ESTATE

Enter through leaded doors to find an open and sweeping floor plan where walls of windows and high ceilings showcase the magnificent valley and city light views. Fantastic architectural detailing including: wall niches, wood beam ceilings and ambient fireplaces in both the living and family rooms. The dining room becomes a world of its own as it overlooks the valley and has French doors that open to one of the patio areas. Find multiple patio areas and a built-in barbecue that is easily accessible from the kitchen for entertaining. Other exterior features include the large soaking spa just off the master bedroom, an expansive grassy area for games or large parties accented by flowering shrubs and fantastic views! 909-398-1810. $1,025,000. (G821)
PANORAMIC VIEWS
North Claremont Stone Canyon Estate home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac. Enjoy panoramic mountain, valley and city light views from this stately residence that is in model perfect condition. Home boasts extensive upgrades amounting to $300,000. Bask in the elegance of high ceilings, a sweeping wrought iron staircase, French doors and designer glass windows. The kitchen is a gourmand's dream with black pearl countertops and cutting edge stainless steel appliances. Two master suite options, one upstairs and one down. Upstairs master showcases a 3-sided fireplace, sumptuous retreat and luxurious bathroom. Call today for your own private viewing of this spectacular estate. 909-398-1810. $1,249,000. (C4471)
TIMELESS ROMANTICISM
Extraordinary single story custom home in northeast Claremont is available for the first time. Designed for the discerning owner, with architectural detailing rarely found in new construction. Step into another world as you breathe in the elegant living room with custom designed fireplace and coffered ceilings, the spacious family room with wet bar, the billiard room and so much more! Show stopper kitchen boasts oversized center island, professional grade Thermador appliances, exceptional custom cabinetry, granite counters and butler's pantry with beautiful built-ins that leads to the formal dining room. Sumptuous master suite has a cozy private courtyard with a fireplace for romantic interludes. Artfully manicured grounds are complete with pool, spa, patios and an orchard. 909-3981810. $2,498,000. (B659)
YOU CAN SEE FOREVER

This spectacular single level Claraboya home is a work of art! Open the double entry doors to see a sweeping vista before you, from the impressive interior to the delightful outdoors that seem to go on forever as you take in breathtaking views. There is a library for reading, living room with ambient fireplace for formal gatherings and master suite with remodeled master bathroom. Gourmet's dream kitchen features granite counters and custom cabinetry with an antique finish. The kitchen opens to the intimate family room allowing for connection between those in the kitchen and the rest of the family and friends who have the opportunity to enjoy the magnificent views this home affords. Other luxurious appointments include the sparking pool and lovely patio areas. With more upgrades than can be listed, please call for an appointment to see this amazing home, 909-398-1810. $1,140,000. (V2772)
STONE CANYON VIEW ESTATE

Stunning home on a quiet cul-de-sac boasts high ceilings and custom flooring. Gorgeous kitchen includes granite counter, professional grade stainless steel appliances, pantry and nook area which adjoins to the family room for a true great room effect. Enjoy the outdoor pool, spa, patio, outdoor kitchen and views! 909-398-1810. $1,449,000. (T4441)
ASHLEY PARK
Absolutely charming home in the desired community of Ashley Park, with it's private park, pool area and tennis courts. Step into this lovely property featuring high ceilings and an abundance of windows that allow in natural light. Open backyard with patio and BBQ area. 909-398-1810. $439,900. (S2174)
ONE-OF-A-KIND MASTERPIECE
Enter this resplendent northeast Claremont home through the iron and glass door entry way. Master bedroom has 2 fireplaces, crystal chandeliers and sconces. Great room includes gourmet kitchen with 2 islands. Yard has covered patio, outdoor kitchen, outdoor fireplace, salt water pool, spa, fire ring and orchard. Two separate garages. The home has solar. 909-398-1810. $2,200,000. (B808)
FRENCH CHATEAU
Embrace wood and travertine flooring, an elevator, game room, teen loft and more in this Brittany styled estate. Be the ultimate chef in the kitchen that Julia Child would have adored. Hand laid stone faade is the first blush of the exotic grounds which include a pool pavilion and guest casita. 5-star energy rating with top efficiency for insulation, heating and cooling systems. 909-398-1810. $2,995,000. (S1015)
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