Student Update From Washington DC
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Student Update From Washington DC

DAY 1 -Friday, April 22, 2011

The time is 9:15 EST.  Today was a very cold and wet day.  Even though the temperature dropped to 43 degrees Fahrenheit, we all still had an awesome time.

Last night we left LAX at 11:00 PM from American Airlines flight 74.  Almost none of us were able to sleep on the flight called the red-eye (I know why it is now called the red-eye!).   For those of us who did sleep, we only got 30 minutes to an hour long nap.  Our hearts were pounding with excitement and we just couldn’t doze off. 

We arrived at Dulles International airport at 6:25 AM.  Then the lack of sleep hit us, and hit us hard.  We began to walk slowly towards the bus and personally, my feet were aching because the lack of movement of my feet.  Our tired bodies walked to get our luggage and we felt the cool spring morning once we exited the airport. 

Student From Los Coyotes to Provide DC Trip Updates
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Student From Los Coyotes to Provide DC Trip Updates

La Mirada~Christian Covarrubias, 8th grader at Los Coyotes Middle School in La MIrada, and many of his classmates, embarked on this year's American Heritage Trip. Follow his progress right here on the La Mirada Blog. First entry to come shortly.

 

Thursday, April 21, 2011 4:48 PM PT

The Departure 

I am so incredibly excited.  At 11:00 tonight, Los Coyotes and Hutchinson Middle School's will be boarding American Airlines Flight 74 to Washington DC.  I am taking an overnight trip called a "Red-Eye."  We will be arriving at 6:55 am and we hit the ground running.  I'll keep you all posted once we arrive.

 

La Mirada 3-Day Carnival Features Local Food, Music and Fun
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La Mirada 3-Day Carnival Features Local Food, Music and Fun

Event Benefits Youth Groups and Community Organizations

La Mirada~A weekend of rides, tasty carnival food, and entertainment awaits you this weekend at the annual "4 La Mirada Kids" Carnival April 15 through 17 at Benton Middle School.  The fun filled fair features a variety of activities for the entire family.

Pre-sale ride tickets are available for $10 at the La Mirada Resource Center.  A percentage of the proceeds are returned to local schools and organizations that sell the pre-sale tickets.

 

Friday 5-11
Saturday 12-11
Sunday 1-9

 

Ducks Invade Splash! Aquatics Center
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Ducks Invade Splash! Aquatics Center

Popular Community Event Continues to Grow With Change of Venue

La Mirada~The 4th Annual "Going Quackers for Kids" Duck Race is happening on Saturday, April 23, 2011 after the city's Easter Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast.

The first heat will start around noon at Splash! Aquatics Center, in Buccaneer Bay. The Kiwanis Club of La Mirada is spearheading the event, but has welcomed several local non-profit organizations and schools to earn money for their own projects. The grand prize is $2500. You can adopt a duck to compete in the race for just $5-or get 6 ducks for $25.

The community selling groups receive 50% of all duck/sponsor sales they take in. To find out what groups are participating, log on to the race website. Sponsors and selling groups are also given the opportunity to put up a tent at the race to explain their programs and needs.

SPONSORING THE RACE

There are various sponsorship levels (starting at $250). Each sponsor receives a duck in a special corporate sponsor race along with at least 50 ducks in the main race. Number of ducks for each race depends on the level of sponsorship. All sponsors are listed on the race website at www.duckrace.com/lamirada.

You can adopt ducks directly online or the Kiwanis Club will be happy to mail you an adoption paper. If you're interested in becoming a selling group, sponsoring the event or wanting more information, contact Debbie Scheibel (Head Duck) at (714) 670-0186.

Beatitiudes School to Hold its First Annual Spring Fundraiser
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Beatitiudes School to Hold its First Annual Spring Fundraiser

La Mirada~ Beatitudes of Our Lord School will hold its first annual spring fundraiser event called BLISS on April 9th, 2011 at the Knott's Berry Farm Resort Hotel. BLISS stands for Beatitudes Leading Its Successful Students. The event will include cocktails, dinner, dancing and silent and live auctions.

"The Beatitudes of Our Lord School BLISS Gala is nearly sold out and it is with great joy that we announce that the Most Reverend Oscar Solis, San Pedro Regional Bishop, will be our special guest of honor that evening." said Jim Young, BLISS Co-Chair.  "We are also very thankful for all the Beatitudes families and La Mirada businesses like Gondola Pizza who have contributed their support to help make our event a success."

Learn How to Sketch Landscapes in Whittier Class
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Learn How to Sketch Landscapes in Whittier Class

Whittier~Artist/instructor Jeanne Lazo will teach plein air sketching and painting techniques starting Thursday, April 7th (City of Whittier's Adult Education Program).

Students will meet 2 days a week-Tuesday mornings outdoors at local parks and Thursday afternoons in the classroom at Parnell Park-for a total of 9 class sessions. 

Class fee is $90/22.5 hours of instruction.  Contact the City of Whittier at (562) 464-3436, or register online at: www.cityofwhittier.org.

Disney Artist to Provide Free Art Demonstration
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Disney Artist to Provide Free Art Demonstration

La Mirada~Juan "Magoo" Valencia, a fine arts graduate from the University of the Philippines, will demonstrate watercolor landscape painting at the monthly Arts Colony of La Mirada meeting on April 4th from 6:30-8:30 p.m. 

Mr. Valencia's work is well known; he is a portrait and caricature artist at Disneyland and California Adventure. 

The public is invited to attend the free art demonstration at the meeting to be held at the La Mirada Resource Center, 13710 La Mirada Blvd.  

For more information, call Madeline Thomas at 562-941-4116 or Paula Newman at 714-994-3535.

 

Little Known Restaurant Offers Extensive Menu
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Little Known Restaurant Offers Extensive Menu

RESTAURANT REVIEW-Amber Waves

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Buena Park~If you’re like me, you've probably driven past this restaurant a dozen times on Beach Boulevard, but were too mesmerized by all of the towering Knott’s Berry Farm roller coasters to even spot the restaurant!

Many nearby residents haven’t heard of this restaurant, as it is tucked away inside the Knott’s Berry Farm Hotel.

But don’t let that “hotel restaurant vibe” keep you from trying it out! This restaurant is decorated in a classy American theme with sections of the restaurant resembling states; California, Hawaii, and New York, just to name a few. The menu is a mix of California Cuisine with a fusion of Southwest, Asian, and American, all tied in together.

The food consists of comforting classics, and the menu always focuses on seasonal cooking. The head chef, Shannon, is an absolute gem, and has spent six years cooking and creating dishes at Amber Waves. “We love to play," says Shannon. "We love special requests--ask for anything you want!”

Living Faith Church Recognizes Community Leaders
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Living Faith Church Recognizes Community Leaders

La Mirada~Living Faith Church gave out their first annual community awards at their Sunday service on March 13.  

Pastor Jack Miranda first gave an award to Dr. Jean Maddox for her 13 years service as Principal of Foster Road Elementary School.  She was given a Foster Road street sign that was obtained from the City when they changed out the street signs some years ago. 

Next, Christine Albanese, Deputy District Attorney was awarded the Angel's Wings Award for all she does "under the radar" as she teaches a 5th grade class on life issues. 

Newly reelected councilman Steve Jones was given an award in recognition of the fine leadership of our City Council.   Retiring City Council members (after 17 years of service) Hal Malkin and Pete Dames were given awards in appreciation of their service to La Mirada. 

Members of the local service clubs including Ebell, Kiwanis, Lions, Rotary, Foster Road PTA, La Mirada Community Services and El Camino High School Positives Alternative Club were all recognized for their community service. 

The chair-persons for Relay For Life and La Mirada Calvary Chapel were given awards for their tremendous service to the Community. 

Lou & Sylvia Piltz, and Gerald & Harriette Peebler were given awards for seventy years of marriage. 

It was a great recognition of those serving the Community and we look forward to many more of these programs.

 

 

ADVISORY: Coyote Sightings Being Reported in La Mirada
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ADVISORY: Coyote Sightings Being Reported in La Mirada

La Mirada~A dog was killed March 4th in La Mirada, in the Santa Gertrudes/Foster area, by a coyote, witnessed by its owner. 

When Valerie Griego-Hirsch let her pet Chihuahua Pismo, out to use the grass for what dogs use it for, a coyote came out of nowhere and snatched the dog. When Valerie screamed, the coyote was startled and dropped the dog. However, Pismo was injured and died in her arms.

There has been an outcry from the community for authorities to address the issue of coyotes in La Mirada. There is also a checkered history of coyote attacks in the city. Read the multiple postings of  residents on our Facebook page available at www.facebook.com/lamiradablog. You do not have to be a member of Facebook to read the postings.

There was also a sighting of two younger coyotes in the 13900 block of Mansa Drive early in the morning of March 12th around 3 a.m.

We are advising residents in La Mirada to be especially vigilant when it comes to preventing coyote attacks-especially those residents living near the Coyote Hils, Coyote Creek, La Mirada Creek, Milan Creek, and the La Mirada Golf Course.

Near the end of the winter season coyotes are more desperate for food, They are usually active in neighborhoods from 2-5 a.m. Small children and small pets should be especially guarded at all times.

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