Altadena Community Resource Guide - 05/29/08 09:41 PM
As some of you may be aware, I'm one of the Directors of the Christmas Tree Lane Association. We are constantly trying to find volunteers to help work on "The Lane" so that we can keep it from going dark in the coming years. Without community/volunteer help, Christmas Tree Lane would not survive.
Jason Tajima, of the County of Los Angeles, helps to put together the Altadena Community Resource Guide. If you've ever wondered what Altadena is all about...it's in there. The link for the guide is: http://ceo.lacounty.gov/OUAS/pdf/Community%20Connection/08/Altadena%2008%20Eng.pdf It may take a minute to download it, but, it's so worth the … (1 comments)
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Pasadena / Altadena School Scores - So Sad - 05/23/08 09:42 PM
According to results released Wednesday for the state's main method of measuring how individual schools are performing, John Muir High School and Altadena Elementary School (my alma maters) received the lowest possible ranking on the Academic Performance Index.
It was such a sad day to see this happen. After all, I didn't turn out so bad. But, what a difference 30 years can make. Is it the upbringing of kids these days? Or maybe parents are so busy trying to make a living that they forget about their children's academics. Or maybe it's all the after school activities that … (1 comments)
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Barks and Books in Altadena on Saturday May 24th - 05/23/08 08:44 PM
Can you believe it? Children aged 5-12 can read a book - to a dog - this Saturday at 11:00am. The event takes place at the Altadena Main Library on Mariposa and Santa Rosa in the children's section. The dogs will be provided by the Pasadena Humane Society's Home Companion Program. The event is called Barks and Books. What a fun way for your kids to donate a little time and attention to a stray dog while practicing their reading! This guarantees to be fun!!!!
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Can You Find The Satellite Flying By? - 05/21/08 08:50 PM
Have you ever noticed any of the International Space Stations flying by in the sky?
I stumbled upon this website today and found it very interesting... http://spaceweather.com/flybys/
All you need to do is enter your zip code and you can find out when your best chances are for viewing. For instance, I'm in Altadena, California and it looks like I'll be able to check the skies in the west soutwest starting at 9:10pm tonight. There's supposed to be a super bright flyby if the International Space Station heading our way!
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Who Will Win American Idol? - 05/20/08 08:58 PM
Tonight we get to see what David Cook and David Archuletta can dish out - head to head - vocal chords to vocal chords!!!!
I'm a singer so I really appreciate talent when I hear it. At first I was a David Archuletta fan because David's voice was different and smooth. Then, out of the blue, comes David Cook. Though he's mostly a rocker, he can really sing anything - even Andrew Lloyd Webber! David Archuletta, I believe, needs a little more "pruning" and he's forgotten words many times over. But, David Cook has soared to success in my book and he's … (4 comments)
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Identity Theft and Shame on Bank of America - 05/20/08 08:52 PM
It happened today. I was going through our credit accounts and updating records of accounts we hadn't used in a while. One of them was a credit card with B of A. I wanted to verify our balance, credit limit and interest rate. When I called a person came on the line and said that the account was closed on May 15th - just 5 days ago. AND NO ONE CALLED???? The person I spoke with said that someone had opened an account in my husband's name at a BofA in New Jersey in April and the first part of May … (7 comments)
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Revlon Run Walk Los Angeles Recap and pictures of May 10th's Event - 05/19/08 08:50 PM
For the 15th year in a row, I participated in the Revlon Run Walk for Women. In my previous blog I told you I'd give you an update on the day. Here's how it went...
I woke up at 4:30am. I made some coffee, dressed and left the house at 5:00am. I went to pick up my girlfriend, Kerri. We both look alike and we both sing! La la la!!
We managed to get a parking space in the $10 lot at the Coliseum - but in the dirt. My poor black car. Ugh!!! Anyway, we proceeded to the check in … (0 comments)
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Tea Time at the Rand McNally House in Altadena June 8th - 05/19/08 08:33 PM
The Altadena Historical Society will host Tea Time at the Rand McNally House on Sunday, June 8, 2008 from 4pm to 7pm.
The Rand/McNally House is one of the newest Nationally Registered Historic Place and is located at 654 E. Mariposa Street in Altadena (right across the street from the Altadena Library).
You will be able to tour the beautifully restored house and enjoy refreshments on the lawn.
Building historian Tim Gregory, who prepared the national registration application said, "The significance of the site is based on the importance of its original owner, the founder of the Rand-McNally Map Company; its … (0 comments)
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Michael Antonovich in Altadena on May 28th - 05/19/08 08:20 PM
LA County Supervisor Michael Antonovich will hold an Altadena Community Meeting on Wed., May 28, from 8am to 9am at the Altadena Community Center located at 730 E. Altadena Dr. (just west of Lake Avenue if you've never been there).
On the agenda will be Marcia Mayeda, director of LA County Animal Control, as well as presentations from the Dept. of Public Works Traffic and Lighting Division and the summer parks program. For more information please call (626) 356-5407.
I can't wait to hear what plans are in the works for our fine community!
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Tonight at the Coffee Gallery in Altadena - 05/19/08 08:12 PM
It's the perfect weather to sit back and relax and listen to the acoustic guitar sounds of Claude Bourbon.
Claude Bourbon will be performing at the Coffee Gallery in Altadena tonight at 8pm. Tickets are only $15.00.
After what I went through last week with traveling to the East Coast, attending a funeral, and not sleeping for almost 36 hours at one time, this is a welcoming treat!
For more information on Claude and other acts go to www.coffeegallery.com
http://www.myspace.com/claudebourbon
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Tax Relief for Owners of Foreclosed Homes or Are In a Workout Situation - 05/19/08 07:59 PM
For some of you, this may be old news. But, I'm quite surprised by how many Realtors are actually not aware of this. Unbelievable!! If you or anyone you know have lost their home to their lender, the IRS has some important information for them.
Although foreclosures and mortgage workouts can have tax consequences, there are special relief provisions that can eliminate or reduce the tax bites for financially strapped borrowers who lose their homes. This has to do with filling out Form 982 when the lender sends you a 1099 at the end of the year.
Go to http://www.irs.gov/irs/article/0,,id=179073,00.html for more information.
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Saving Money on Veterinarian Bills - 05/19/08 04:02 PM
I just got back from the east coast. I stayed with my brother. His family has a little yorkshire terrier named Frankie. Frankie is the cutest and smartest little dog, but, he needs a lot of help. First, he needsto be groomed, his nails are so long he's walking on them. It's got to be painful. He's 2 years old and he hasn't been neutered and he's never had his teeth cleaned. My brother and his family are having financial difficulties and I offered to take Frankie off of their hands. My brother said it was ok, but, the rest of … (8 comments)
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Proposition 8 - Decline in Value Property Tax Reassessment - 05/12/08 08:44 PM
If you have clients or friends who are wondering how to apply for the property tax reassessment, a really great Title Company Rep from Chicago Title Company (Eric Maurer) sent me this link today.
Go to www.ctcprop8.com
It's pretty useful if you have clients (or friends) in California that are confused about the new Proposition 8.
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L.A. Revlon Run Walk Saturday May 10th - Join Me - 05/09/08 12:10 AM
In 1996, my mother, Nancy Lane, was diagnosed with breast cancer and ultimately had a mastectomy. Fortunately, her cancer is now in remission.. My grandmother, Darutha, lost her life to cancer, as did my father, Bill Lane. With the history of cancers in my family, I am committed to the fight against women's cancers. On Saturday, May 10th, I will be participating in the 15th Annual Revlon Run/Walk For Women. I have participated in this event since its inception. Over 50,000 are estimated to participate.
This year Melissa Manchester will be singing at the opening ceremonies. I'm not sure who's going to be singing in the Coliseum, though. Last year it … (0 comments)
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La Crescenta, CA Sales in April - 05/06/08 05:01 PM
For Condominiums:
5 Condos sold with an average of 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with a 1,476 sf average.
The average Days on Market were 105. The average sold price was $507,500.
For Single Family Homes:
18 homes sold with an average of 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with 1,647 sf.
The average Days on Market were 81. The median price of these homes were $597,500 with an average Days on Market at 59 days.
Homes are moving pretty fast due to the end of the school year approaching and the buyers that I'm coming across are anxious to get their children into the excellent … (0 comments)
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"A Day of Hope" in San Marino, CA - 05/06/08 03:06 PM
On Wednesday, May 7th, 2008, San Marino businesses will help to raise awareness and help support the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center for Women's Cancer Research.
15% of the the sales from many shops and businesses will have a container available for donations located throughout their offices. The event is sponsored by the San Marino Chamber of Commerce and they hope to reaise over $10,000 for this very worthy cause.
The weather looks to be abou tthe same as today - pleasant and cool. So, there's no excuse NOT to get out and walk around a bit. Look for the pink and white balloons … (0 comments)
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Pasadena Real Estate Market Overview - 05/05/08 08:23 PM
April vs YTD
This information is provided to all of the Keller Williams Realtors in our Pasadena Office. I thought I'd share this with all Realtors across the United States so you'll know what the housing market is like - out West!
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Sierra Madre Market Overview - 05/05/08 08:08 PM
April vs YTD
Our lovely city next door - Sierra Madre. Despite the fires of a few days ago, the real estate market in Sierra Madre is remaining steady. It IS quaint little city near the mountains!
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Altadena Market Overview - 05/05/08 07:43 PM
Altadena currently has about 210 residential properties that are listed for sale and in the escrow process. About 99% of those are in the form of single family houses. There are very few condo's or townhome properties in Altadena. Altadena also has close to 200 properties listed in foreclosure, with the majority of those located west of Fair Oaks Avenue.
I'm still here to help my hometown people sell their homes and to help people come to my hometown! It's absolutely beautiful. Lots of trees and you CAN touch the mountains!
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Cinco de Mayo Pasadena DUI Check Point - 05/05/08 07:04 PM
The Pasadena Police Department will conduct a DUI Enforcement Check Point tonight between 7 p.m. to 3 a.m., said a spokesperson in a news statement. Of course, the location is under wraps...as it should be.
Clearly, the Pasadena Police Department's goal is to remove impaired drivers from our streets and this program has shown to be a proven and effective tool.
What I don't understand is that funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Shouldn't this just be part of their regular schedule for holiday or … (5 comments)
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Mother's Day is Coming Up - What Will YOU Do For Her? - 05/05/08 12:41 AM
I always kind of run out of creative ideas of how to celebrate my Mother. This year I was thinking of trading her regular cable box for a DVR. She's 73 and doesn't get out much due to health reasons so she watches TV most of the day and gets upset when someone interrupts her during one of her favorite shows.
I was just curious - what will YOU be doing for (or getting) your Mom this year?
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Short Sale - A bargain in Altadena for a 4 bedroom - 05/04/08 09:59 PM
This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home at 728 Colman in Altadena is currently listed at $675,000.
It's not the greatest to look at until you get past the front door...
Then you'll notice all of the fantastic upgrades inside...
More pictures are at http://www.728colman.com/
The home was completely rebuilt in 2006 is located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Appraised at the end of 2006 at $989,000. IT'S NOW LISTED AT $675,000. The upgrades and amenities are to die for! As you enter the home you are greeted by a great room with a fireplace. The gourmet kitchen has granite countertops, a Dacor range (6 burners/2 ovens), … (1 comments)
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My Little Girl - 05/04/08 09:28 PM
I was not blessed with children of my own. Chloe was my little yorkie shih tzu mix doggy. Her birthday would have been this week so she was on my mind a lot for the past few days. It saddens my heart that she disappeared 4 years ago after I had her for 16. She had a tendency to roam and 2 days after we moved into our new home that we built, she was gone. I searched and searched. Instead of coming home every day happy to be in a brand new home, I was heart broken.
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Open House in Pasadena - at JPL - 05/04/08 09:10 PM
Finally, after decades of saying I was some day going to visit JPL down the street from my home - I finally went.
It was a long, hot afternoon walking around JPL with my husband, Chris. I never knew how big the place was.
We went from visiting the Microdevices Laboratory (where engineers and scientists work in the world of the ultra-miniature), to the Journey of the Solar System, to Mars Exploration. We really wanted to view the Journey to the Planets and Beyond video, but the line was almost 2 hours long. We figured we'll find it on the internet one day … (0 comments)
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Eager Beaver Buyer Does a No No- Update! - 05/03/08 07:41 PM
Thank you all of you for your comments regarding what to do with the ruthless Realtor who tried to steal my client away from me...
I had decided NOT to do anything until hearing back about the offer we made on the home. Oh, and with the offer, I sent her a copy of the BBE.
Well, since making the offer on the REO property, and not yet hearing from the lender on any type of acceptance, my buyers found a home whose offer was accepted and the transaction with Ms. Ruthless Realtor was cancelled. Now I don't have to worry about her … (6 comments)
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Victor Wright Pasadena Journal Article - 05/03/08 07:35 PM
Some people have contacted me about Victor Wright and haven't seen some of his links.
A new article in the Pasadena Journal was published this week. To see it you can go to http://www.pasadenajournal.com/id30.html#story2
You can also go to www.victorwright.com
Victor was in very good spirits today as I sat and talked to him and his brother, Dexter. He and his mother are looking forward to all of the upgrades in their home.
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Victor Wright 2nd Update! - 05/03/08 07:29 PM
I just got back from Victor's house. Big difference from a week ago. The home is in the middle of being painted. The kitchen is almost complete. The bathroom is almost ready for light fixtures and a couple of new windows have been installed. However, it still looks a bit strange with 2 white vinyl windows with panes and the rest are wood single hung windows painted in a brick color. Hmmmmmm. They are still contemplating whether they will be able to have enough funds available to replace the flooring in some of the rooms. It would be a crying shame … (0 comments)
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Helping to Fight Breast Cancer - 05/03/08 07:21 PM
I can't believe that it's been a whole year since the last Revlon Run Walk in Los Angeles. It seems like just a couple of months ago.
Next Saturday, May 10th, I will be participating in the 15th Annual Revlon Run/Walk for Women at the Los Angeles Coleseum. I've participated every year and this year it seems that I've run out of time to obtain substantial sponsers like years past. I've never missed the walk, so I'm going to do my best to pass the word along. For now all of you can go to www.Revlonrunwalk.com for more info. I'll post again … (0 comments)
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Magic at the Altadena Library - 05/03/08 02:03 PM
Bring the family!
On Tuesday, May 13th at 7pm at the Altadena Library on Mariposa and Santa Rosa and on Thursday, May 15th at 6:30pm at the Bob Lucas Branch at 2659 N Lincoln, Magician, Allen Oshiro, will perform some amazing magic tricks. Allen is a Magic Castle member and 1st place winner of the Magic Corner Battle of the Magicians.
This will be fun - guaranteed!!!!
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The "Rise of Slime" in our Oceans - 05/03/08 01:30 PM
My husband sent me the link to this article and it truly made me sad. I hope that all people on this planet become aware of this situation.
It looks like there may be no solution to this crisis since it's sort of a catch 22, we need more oil, food and ways to dispose of sewage, I have no idea what the solution could be without economic disaster. Makes me think twice when just flushing the toilet.
I don't have any children, but what will happen to the generations to come?
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/oceans/la-oceans-series,0,7842752.special
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Pasadena Fire Department Open House/Service Day - Saturday, May 10th - 05/03/08 01:23 PM
Now's your chance to meet our local Firefighters.
On Saturday, May 10th from 10am to 4pm you can visit any one of the following fire stations that will be open to the public:
Fire Station #32, 2424 E. Villa St. Fire Station #34, 1138 E. Del Mar Blvd. Fire Station #36, 1140 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Fire Station #37, 3430 E. Foothill Blvd. Fire Station #38, 1150 E. Linda Vista Ave. Fire Station #39, 50 Avenue 64Fire Stateion #31, 135 S. Fair Oaks Ave.At Fire Station #33 at 515 N Lake Avenue, some of the Pasadena firefighters will demonstrate life saving techniques that … (0 comments)
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JPL Open House May 3 & 4 between 9 and 5 - 05/03/08 01:17 PM
Nestled in the Foothills of Pasadena between Altadena and La Canada just north of the Rose Bowl, you'll find the Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory will welcome members of the public to its Open House Saturday and Sunday.
At this free, all-day event, visitors can watch 700-pound robots glide under artificial stars in JPL's Robodome, get an up-close view of full-scale models of Mars rovers, and learn how spacecraft are prepared for their journeys in special clean rooms.
They will see numerous solar system, robotics and Earth science exhibits and learn about various space missions, including the Mars Phoenix Lander, scheduled … (0 comments)
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Eager Beaver Buyer Does a No No - 05/01/08 01:06 AM
It happened to me today. My eager buyer (Mr. Buyer) called the Listing Agent from the number on the "for sale" sign of a REO while he was "scouting the neighborhood". This is when the Buyer's Exclusive Representation Agreement comes in handy. Not only did the Listing Agent not ask over the telephone Mr. Buyer if he already had an agent, but, after she drove 30 minutes to show the property and THEN asked if he had an agent and he replied, "yes", she still proceeded to tell him that it would be a good idea to go with her because "he'd … (13 comments)
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