Here's what you missed if you couldn't make the Jazz concert this evening that Marsha (Meadows neighbor) is producing at Altadena Community Church monthly.
Tonight was Sandra Booker, a fantastic L.A. based Jazz vocalist. She is a modern day cross between Ella and Sarah, but adds a clarity of tone, huge range, powerful set of pipes to wonderful arrangements. Here's a little bit.
Please support Marsha as she brings Jazz to Altadena. Her conerts are monthly and only $20. That's a great deal for top notch talent at a local venue.
Updated: I took the YouTube post down to respect the contract with the artist.
Instead, here's Ny Space link to Sandra Booker's own site:
http://www.myspace.com/sandrabooker
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Another Great Altadena Community Garden Picnic
Saw several Meadows residents at the picnic this afternoon. Lots of people attended. The food was fantastic (although I again ate too much), JAZZ musicians were wonderful, and the gardens looked spectacular.
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Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Jazz Vocalist Sandra Booker this Saturday
Our neighbor, Marsha, is producing this Jazz series in Altadena. Sandra Booker is a fantastic Jazz vocalist.
Friday, June 10, 2011
New Trash Contract for Altadena
From Alice Wessen, one of our Town Council representatives:
The county supervisors finally approved the trash hauling contract with Athens at their May 17 meeting. There will be a period of public notification, and it is hoped that Athens will start as Altadena's sole trash hauler in September.
Lots of detail here regarding pricing, containers, services and additional services:
Rates:
Base Service, per month: $18.06
Senior Discount, per month: $13.55
Difficult to access streets, per month: $22.57
Backyard roll out/pick up service, per month: $27.09
In addition to the services required under the agreement, Athens outlined the following commitments in their proposal to further enhance trash collection and recycling services in our community:
1. Increased the number of free bagged green waste pickup from 8 to 10 per year
2. Increased the number of bulky item collections from 2 to 3 per year
3. Free quarterly mulch giveaways
4. Curbside used oil collection program
5. Curbside battery recycling collection program
Franchise Area - Service Features
Once-a-week automated trash collection service.
One 96-gallon refuse container, one 96-gallon green waste container, and one 96-gallon recyclable container
Smaller containers are available upon request and are equivalent to original container size. For example, residents can receive (3) 32 gal. containers for each 96 gal. container
Residents can receive a extra green waste container and/or one extra recyclable container free of charge upon request
Residents may also substitute a extra recycle container for a green waste container upon request
Additional containers can be requested at the low rate of $5 per container per month
Free Holiday Tree collection services
Annual curbside clean-up event (including electronic waste)
On-call bulky item collections in unlimited quantities (twice per year, including electronic waste)
Four special community clean-up events per year
Semi-Annual E-waste and Clothing drop off event
12 recycling community events per year
Eight times a year, at no additional cost, excess green waste discarded in bags will be collected upon customer request.
Four times a year, at no additional cost, excess trash discarded in bags will be collected upon customer request.
Free “Sharps” mail-back disposal program
Free roll-out services for the elderly and/or disabled, upon request
25 percent senior discount for residents 62 or older who either (1) qualifies for utility rate discounts based on financial need and is the head of household, or (2) generates small amounts of waste and uses 32-gallon containers.
Additional Services Available Upon Request
Scooter Service (1) – For any customer requesting this service or if it’s determined that resident will be required to use this service when collection vehicles cannot safely access the containers
Roll-out/backyard service: This service means the driver will retrieve carts from your yard, dispose of your unwanted materials, and return the empty carts back to your yard.
(1)Please Note: The County will work with each customer, HOA, and Franchisee to determine what constitutes a difficult to services area.
MFSC: Fuel Reduction to Begin Next Week
Fuel reduction (brush clearance) will begin in The Meadows next Thursday, June 16.
The Meadows FireSafe Council will be using the 2010 grant money to, again, reduce the fuel on the vacant lands to the east of upper Risinghill Road, the areas behind the houses to the west of Risinghill, and the area as it continues above upper Canyon Crest.
Homeowners are still required to clear the first 100 feet from the houses.
It's expected that the effort will take about three to four weeks to complete.
After this effort, the next and final step in the 2010 grant is to address Oak trees in the neighborhood.
Any trimming or removal of branches on Oak trees requires a permit that the MFSC coordinates with L.A. County Fire at no charge to the homeowner. As a reminder, not having a permit can lead to substantial fines to the homeowner.
Assessments of the Oaks will begin in late Summer and trimming work will occur in early Fall.
In many cases, trimming of Oaks only occurs when branches are too close to a structure and considered to be fuel for a fire or if the tree is diseased or dieing.
Watch for more information on the Oak tree effort as we get closer to the dates above.
The Meadows FireSafe Council will be using the 2010 grant money to, again, reduce the fuel on the vacant lands to the east of upper Risinghill Road, the areas behind the houses to the west of Risinghill, and the area as it continues above upper Canyon Crest.
Homeowners are still required to clear the first 100 feet from the houses.
It's expected that the effort will take about three to four weeks to complete.
After this effort, the next and final step in the 2010 grant is to address Oak trees in the neighborhood.
Any trimming or removal of branches on Oak trees requires a permit that the MFSC coordinates with L.A. County Fire at no charge to the homeowner. As a reminder, not having a permit can lead to substantial fines to the homeowner.
Assessments of the Oaks will begin in late Summer and trimming work will occur in early Fall.
In many cases, trimming of Oaks only occurs when branches are too close to a structure and considered to be fuel for a fire or if the tree is diseased or dieing.
Watch for more information on the Oak tree effort as we get closer to the dates above.
Yard / Garage Sale this Sunday
Great deals on items such as:
- excercise ab lounge
- treadmill
- vintage clothes and purses
- quality jwewlry
- dress clothing (L-3XL)
- hi-fi Motorola record player
- silk flowers
- gift baskets
Thursday, June 09, 2011
New Contact Info for Blog
Please note in the column to the tight, I've updated my contact information. So, if you need to send me an article, need resources, or have a question, please use the new contact info:
email: gstanton@sbcglobal.net
cell or text: 626-644-4760
or comment to the blog.
Why new?
I've moved my real estate practice to Teles Properties - a boutique real estate company first started in Beverly Hills that has opened an office in Pasadena.
They're state-of-the-art in marketing, analytics, and social media, among other highlights.
Please know I'm going to take The Meadows to a new level in real estate also.
If you'd like to receive updates on real estate via email, please send your contact info to me.
Thanks,
email: gstanton@sbcglobal.net
cell or text: 626-644-4760
or comment to the blog.
Why new?
I've moved my real estate practice to Teles Properties - a boutique real estate company first started in Beverly Hills that has opened an office in Pasadena.
They're state-of-the-art in marketing, analytics, and social media, among other highlights.
Please know I'm going to take The Meadows to a new level in real estate also.
If you'd like to receive updates on real estate via email, please send your contact info to me.
Thanks,
Monday, June 06, 2011
Sunday, June 05, 2011
Altadena Town Council Volunteers
The upcoming Altadena Town Council elections needs volunteers to man the polls and count the ballots. Here's the info:
We're looking for volunteers to help with the Altadena Town Council Elections on Saturday, June 11.
There are five polling locations to choose from:
• Charles White Park 77 Mountain View Street (Ventura Street side)
• Farnsworth Park 568 East Mount Curve Avenue
• Gordy’s 843 West Woodbury Road
• S&J Auto 1904 New York Drive
• Webster’s 2450 North Lake Avenue
Shifts are:
• 9:00 – 11:00
• 11:00 – 1:00
• 1:00 – 3:00
We need ballot counters from 3:00 to 4:30 at the Davies Building at Farnsworth Park. Feel free to take a polling shift, a ballot counting shift or both!
Email atcelection@yahoo.com to volunteer
Eric Pierce
Chair- 2011 Election Committee
Altadena Town Council
atcelection@yahoo.com
626 664-4300
We're looking for volunteers to help with the Altadena Town Council Elections on Saturday, June 11.
There are five polling locations to choose from:
• Charles White Park 77 Mountain View Street (Ventura Street side)
• Farnsworth Park 568 East Mount Curve Avenue
• Gordy’s 843 West Woodbury Road
• S&J Auto 1904 New York Drive
• Webster’s 2450 North Lake Avenue
Shifts are:
• 9:00 – 11:00
• 11:00 – 1:00
• 1:00 – 3:00
We need ballot counters from 3:00 to 4:30 at the Davies Building at Farnsworth Park. Feel free to take a polling shift, a ballot counting shift or both!
Email atcelection@yahoo.com to volunteer
Eric Pierce
Chair- 2011 Election Committee
Altadena Town Council
atcelection@yahoo.com
626 664-4300
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Owen Brown Mini-History
Found these cool mini-posts related to Owen Brown. Thought a little history related to The Meadows was appropriate for Memorial Day weekend.
Anyone like to add more information?
View Owen Brown (abolitionist) and over 3,000,000 other topics on Qwiki.
View Cloudsplitter and over 3,000,000 other topics on Qwiki.
Anyone like to add more information?
Monday, May 23, 2011
Reminder: Drought Tolerant Plants Presentation Tuesday Night
The Meadows Fire Safe Council is hosting an informational workshop on fire resistant and drought tolerant plantings.
This free event will be held at Loma Alta Park on May 24 at 7pm.
There will be speakers and informational materials available. Everyone is welcome, and refreshments will be provided.
This free event will be held at Loma Alta Park on May 24 at 7pm.
There will be speakers and informational materials available. Everyone is welcome, and refreshments will be provided.
Friday, May 20, 2011
Reminder: Collection Event Saturday
L.A. County is having a collection event tomorrow, Saturday from 9-3 at 252 Mountain View. Great opportunity to get rid of hazardous waste like paint and e-items like old computers, telephones, etc.
"Spyder Blue" at The Rancho this Saturday
Meadows neighbor, Todd Szabo and his band, "Spyder Blue", will be playing at the Rancho Bar this Saturday at 10:00 p.m..
The Rancho is at 2485 N Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
Todd is a very accomplished drummer and singer. "Spyder Blue" plays an interesting mix of Country music and ballads. The band includes an upright bass player and trumpet.
Great reason to party in Altadena!
The Rancho is at 2485 N Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
Todd is a very accomplished drummer and singer. "Spyder Blue" plays an interesting mix of Country music and ballads. The band includes an upright bass player and trumpet.
Great reason to party in Altadena!
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Bears in Your Backyard Presentation
Please Join Assemblymember Anthony J. Portantino for a Public Safety Forum
“BEARS IN YOUR BACKYARD”
May 19, 2011
7:30 PM- 9 PM
at the Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station
4554 N. Briggs Ave. La Crescenta, CA.
A California Fish and Game Representative Will be Present to Answer All of Your Questions
For More Information contact Bill Hacket at 626.577.9944
“BEARS IN YOUR BACKYARD”
May 19, 2011
7:30 PM- 9 PM
at the Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station
4554 N. Briggs Ave. La Crescenta, CA.
A California Fish and Game Representative Will be Present to Answer All of Your Questions
For More Information contact Bill Hacket at 626.577.9944
Art on Palm 2011
Meadows artists participate in this great annual art fair. Check it out if you've never been. It's a wonderful location in Altadena.
Monday, May 16, 2011
MFSC Alerts Neighbors to the JPL Fire
A reminder that The Meadows has an alert system in place.
When a neighbor called to tell us about the fire at the water towers above JPL, the Meadows FireSafe Council sent an alert to all neighbors within minutes of learning about the fire.
The alert system can send texts to cell phones, call cell phones, work and home phone numbers.
The MFSC then was put in direct contact with L.A. County Fire for updates.
The fire was quickly "knocked down" just before 2:00 p.m. and a second alert was sent to all neighbors on the alert system.
If you're a Meadows resident and did not get the alerts, then we either have the wrong contact information for you or you're not signed up.
If you'd like to be included, please provide your name, phone numbers you wish included and your address to greg.stanton@dilbeck.com
When a neighbor called to tell us about the fire at the water towers above JPL, the Meadows FireSafe Council sent an alert to all neighbors within minutes of learning about the fire.
The alert system can send texts to cell phones, call cell phones, work and home phone numbers.
The MFSC then was put in direct contact with L.A. County Fire for updates.
The fire was quickly "knocked down" just before 2:00 p.m. and a second alert was sent to all neighbors on the alert system.
If you're a Meadows resident and did not get the alerts, then we either have the wrong contact information for you or you're not signed up.
If you'd like to be included, please provide your name, phone numbers you wish included and your address to greg.stanton@dilbeck.com
Update: Fire Over JPL "Knocked Down"
Just before 2:00 p.m., the 2 acre fire at the watertanks above JPL was extinguished per L.A. County Fire Department.
According to Meadows residents who live directly across the canyon, helicopters performed water drops along with crews on the land.
According to Meadows residents who live directly across the canyon, helicopters performed water drops along with crews on the land.
Picture taken from the backyard of a home on Canyon Dell in The Meadows.
Fire Above JPL
What We Know Right Now:
There is a fire currently burning up-slope from JPL, towards the water tanks across the Arroyo from Florecita Crescent. Fire crews are present on the ground and in the air. Please be aware and cautious.
There is a fire currently burning up-slope from JPL, towards the water tanks across the Arroyo from Florecita Crescent. Fire crews are present on the ground and in the air. Please be aware and cautious.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Don't Miss This Fun Celebration
Our Meadows neighbor, Silver, heads up this very fun celebration of the Altadena Community Garden picnic. It's not in the flyer, but Pasadena Urgent Care will be providing free flu shots.
If you haven't been before, really consider participation in this very fun, local event.
If you haven't been before, really consider participation in this very fun, local event.
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