Healthy Mama Diaries: Choosing the Right Sunscreen
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| The Healthy Mama and Jet |
Growing up I craved a nice golden glow that the sun gave to my skin. I loved to layout with a friend or by myself to get a tan. I knew the best time of day to get a tan and during the summer I would plan my days around these hours. Although I always applied sunscreen to my face, I have to admit I rarely applied sunscreen to the rest of my body.
As I got older (and somewhat wiser) my views on the sun and it’s beautifully dangerous rays have changed drastically. Now that I am a mom, it is more important to me than ever that I not only protect myself from the sun but that I also protect my family from the sun. Choosing a safe and effective sunscreen was my mission.
I hadn’t yet done my research on sunscreens when we took our son to the beach for the first time last year. I got lucky when my mother-in-law Teresa handed me a tube of Badger® Sunscreen. She told me that it was the best sunscreen that she had found. It contained no harsh chemicals, was broad spectrum, and was a non-nano zinc oxide sunscreen. Knowing that she highly researches products before using them, I trusted that she was right. That weekend we made lots of fun family memories and both my son and I left sunburn free.
As soon as we got home form the beach I started to explore different sunscreens. I quickly realized that half of the terms written on the labels were foreign to me. I then knew that there was more to choosing a sunscreen than picking one with a high SPF. I now, not only wanted to choose an effective sunscreen, but I also wanted it to be safe for my family as well.
National Night Out Tonight at Concert in the Park
La Mirada’s annual National Night Out event to take a stand against crime will be held on Thursday, August 6, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at La Mirada Regional Park. The event will be held in conjunction with the Concert in the Park.
National Night Out is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch. The event brings residents and law enforcement together to heighten crime and drug prevention and build participation in local anti-crime programs.
“National Night Out provides a great opportunity for residents to meet the La Mirada Public Safety Team,” says Lieutenant Kevin Beggs of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. “Residents play an important role in fighting crime in our community, and this event strengthens the partnership between law enforcement and the community.”
Representatives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, La Mirada Public Safety, and Neighborhood Watch Program will be in attendance.
For more information, contact the La Mirada Community Sheriff's Station at (562) 902-2960.
Sixth Annual La Mirada Olive Fest Slated for September 19th
The La Mirada Blog in association with the La Mirada Community Foundation, will host the 6th annual La Mirada Olive Fest on Saturday, September 19th from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at La Mirada Regional Park.
The festival began when a group of La Mirada enthusiasts got together in August 2010 at Regional Park and celebrated living in La Mirada with food, some art and a band playing on the grass. The talk was to bring important cultural and inspirational events, similar to the Fiesta de Artes and Celebration in the Park, back to La Mirada.
Now in its sixth year the free one-day event features live entertainment, a craft fair, local food vendors, a car & motorcycle exhibit, a silent/live auction, raffle prizes, 50/50 contest, art walk, kids activities and many community organizations and local businesses.
The craft fair has been expanded with over 80 vendors expected at this year's event. For booth information contact Diana at olivefest_vendors@hotmail.com. The kids activity area has also been expanded with craft kits donated by the Home Depot in La Mirada.
Now in its fourth year, the Olive Fest Art Walk presented by the Arts Colony of La Mirada, is expanding and this year will feature over 50 exhibitors.
Along with an added silent and live auction this year, Fest organizers have also added a night concert to the already existing live entertainment lineup. "Flashpants" will be featured as the headline band this year, performing from 7:30-9:00 p.m.
New this year is the inaugural La Mirada Olive Fest 5k Run/Walk with proceeds benefiting the La Mirada High School Aquatics and Cross Country programs. The race begins at 9:30 a.m. the morning of the Fest with the course meandering through Regional Park. Sign-ups and pre-race activities begin at 8:30 a.m. For more information and to sign up for the race visit the 5K website.
Parking is free. Sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting Dustin at dustin.dahl@yahoo.com. For more information on the Fest call (562) 483-3574 or (714) 655-7340 or visit the Fest website here.
Trujillo “Taking a Break” at La Mirada High
Coach retires from La Mirada High after over 40 years of coaching locally; interviews for new coach begin next week
La Mirada~After 17 years as head coach of La Mirada High School Softball, Rich Trujillo has decided to “take a break,“ and will not return next season.
“It’s been a lot of fun and I’m glad to have been part of it. I appreciate the opportunity,” Trujillo told us via telephone,” whoever takes over I wish nothing but success and good luck and if there is anything I can do to help out I will.”
Co-Athletic Director at the school Jimmy Zurn told us the job for new head coach will be posted this week and interviews are scheduled to begin the week of August 3rd.
The school still lists Trujillo as the head coach on their website.
Trujillo said his phone has been busy, “I’m getting lots of calls from (former) players and their families.”
Trujillo’s Lady Mats appeared in three CIF Southern Section Finals, unfortunately falling short each time.
La Mirada won the Suburban League championship 13 of the 17 years with Trujillo at the helm.
Before coaching at La Mirada, Trujillo coached four years at Cypress College garnering a state championship.
Russian Delegates Enjoy Their Stay at Biola University and La Mirada
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| Special Olympics athletes from Russia attended a welcome event this past Wednesday at Biola University and chilled with Councilman Larry Mowles. |
La Mirada~The City partnered with Biola University to host a welcome event earlier this week at Biola University for 2015 Special Olympic World Games athletes from Russia and Macau.
The event was held this past Wednesday on the Metzger Lawn with lunch provided by Chick Fil-A. Athletes and other attendees socialized and participated in games on the lawn.
Welcome speeches and presentations were given by La Mirada Mayor Pauline Deal, Whittier Mayor Fernando Dutra, Biola President Barry Corey, and delegates from Russia and Macau.
“La Mirada is honored to serve as a Host Town for the 2015 Special Olympics,” said La Mirada Mayor Pauline Deal. “It was a great experience meeting with athletes and delegates from Russia, and we hope they enjoyed their stay in our wonderful City.”
La Mirada served as the host town for Russian athletes and Whittier hosted athletes from Macau. Biola University provided housing for 240 athletes, coaches, and support staff Wednesday through Friday last week in campus dorms. The City hosted two welcome events including the summer concert on Thursday where athletes enjoyed activities including a "mini-oympics."
Athletes had access to train at City facilities, and the City also provided in-town transportation during their stay.
The 2015 Special Olympics World Games is one of the largest events hosted by Los Angeles since the 1984 Olympic Games. About 7,000 athletes from more than 170 countries will compete in 25 sports during the event. Opening ceremonies took place yesterday at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
La Mirada was one of about 100 Cities throughout Southern California selected to serve as a Host Town.
Community Services Director Lori Thompson, told us on our Periscope broadcast, that with close to 250 athletes, the City had the prestigious honor of hosting the largest delegation of the Special Olympics, “We could not have been a Host Town without Biola’s help, they were essential in the partnership.”
Thompson said La Mirada and Biola University were sought after by many of the delegations after the City was named as a Host Town in May of last year.
The 2015 Special Olympics World Games continue through August 2nd at venues in Long Beach and Los Angeles.
La Mirada Crime Report: Cars Ransacked at The Villages
La Mirada Blog Facebook fan Jann Rodriguez reported two cars got ransacked in the early morning hours of July 21st at The Villages gated community in La Mirada.
The following is the crime report for La Mirada July 13th-19th 2015:
Aggravated Assault-A domestic assault was reported on the 14200 block of Gagely Dr. A male adult was arrested in connection with the incident.
Residential Burglary-A burglary was reported on the 15300 block of San Ardo Dr. Electronics and jewelry were stolen from the residence. A burglary to a garage was reported on the 14700 block of San Feliciano Dr. Various power tools were stolen from the residence. A bicycle was reported stolen from a garage on the 15200 block of Borda Rd. A burglary to a hotel room was reported on the 14400 block of Firestone Blvd.
Other Str
ucture Burglary-An attempted burglary was reported on the 15700 block of Pescados Dr. A burglary was reported on the 14100 block of Rosecrans Ave. Medical equipment was taken in the incident.
Vehicle Burglary-A burglary was reported on the 14500 block of Cortina Dr. Third row seats from the vehicle were stolen in the incident. A vehicle burglary and an attempted burglary were reported on the 13300 block of Beach Blvd. An burglary was reported on the 14900 block of Firestone Blvd.
Grand Theft-Batteries from a cell tower were reported stolen on the 13800 block of La Mirada Blvd. A metal ramp was reported stolen on the 15800 block of Imperial Hwy. A shoplifting incident was reported on the 12300 block of La Mirada Blvd. A male adult was arrested in connection with the theft.
Grand Theft Vehicle- A truck was reported stolen from the 16500 block of Trojan Way. The vehicle was recovered several days later by the Whittier Police.A truck reported stolen from Buena Park was recovered on the 14900 block of Gagely Dr.
La Mirada Music Celebrating 18-Year Anniversary
La Mirada~Come by and grab a bite and shop for a great deal as La Mirada Music will be celebrating their 18 years in town this Saturday, July 25th from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Hot Dogs, Burgers and live music will greet guests and merchandise will be priced to move at this clearance event.
La Mirada Music is located at 14928 Leffingwell Road (just west of La Mirada Blvd) in La Mirada.
For more information call (562) 941-4495.
Sporting News Grill to Host Grand Opening Party
La Mirada~The city’s newest restaurant & sports bar, the Sporting News Grill, is now open and will be hosting a grand opening party Wednesday, July 15th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with drinks, prizes and giveaways.
It is located at the Holiday Inn Hotel, 14299 Firestone Boulevard at the 5 freeway.
The La Mirada Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a ribbon cutting preceding the grand opening at 4:30 p.m.
As part of the event, Sporting news Grill will donate 25 % of all proceeds to “From Maddi’s Closet,” a non-profit organization based in La Mirada that works to build public awareness of childhood cancer throughout our community bringing love, hope and joy to children battling the disease.
The La Mirada unit will be the first in California and the largest for the Holiday Inn chain of restaurants now operating all over the country.
The restaurant will feature a full-service sports bar and will offer over 20 flat screen TV's, one 80" flat LED TV and 24 beer lines.
The former home of Lew’s and more recently the Red Robin, the interior has been gutted and revamped. It is roomy and spacious featuring stonework and polished wood.
The menu includes appetizers, classic & specialty burgers, a wide variety of fresh salads, pizza, gourmet steaks and more.
For more information visit snglamirada.com.
Summertime Safety Series Offered by La Mirada P.A.R.K. Program
The La Mirada Positive Alternatives and Recreation for Kids (P.A.R.K.) program is hosting a Summer Safety series for youth. The series will include special presentations from first responders and other safety professionals emphasizing safe behavior. The activities are held from 2:15 to 3 p.m. every Thursday, from July 9 through August 27, at the following sites:
July 9th, Gardenhill Park – Animal Safety; July 16th, Frontier Park – First Aid; July 23rd, Windermere Park – Insect Awareness; July 30th Gardenhill Park – Fire Safety; August 6th, Frontier Park – Personal Safety; August 13th, Windermere Park – Pedestrian Safety; August 20th Gardenhill Park – Bicycle Safety; August 27th Frontier Park – Electrical Safety.
“We encourage all kids to attend the Summer Safety series,” says Safety Education Officer Mary Cipres. “Through presentations and activities, children will learn valuable tips to stay safe and avoid trouble.”
The P.A.R.K. program is a free recreation program that offers a variety of activities such as reading club, homework club, science workshops, sports tournaments, crafts, and cooking classes. During the summer months, the program is open Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The P.A.R.K. program is offered at Frontier, Gardenhill and Windermere Parks in La Mirada and is available to ages 5 to 17.
For more information on the P.A.R.K program or the Summer Safety series, visit Windermere, Frontier or Gardenhill Park or call (562) 943-7277.
Bridge Demolition Will Cause Freeway Shutdown During Overnight Hours
Removal of old carmenita road bridge will require the Sanata
Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs~
