Mother-Daughter Tea/Luncheon Set for May 8th
Community

Mother-Daughter Tea/Luncheon Set for May 8th

La Mirada~The City of La Mirada will host its annual Mother-Daughter Tea Party on Saturday, May 8, from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center. Grandmothers, mothers, and daughters are invited to enjoy a garden luncheon.

Dress up in your prettiest hat and gloves and participate in the fashion show. Those in attendance will be served a four-course tea complete with tea sandwiches, scones, and a dessert finale. Favors and children’s crafts will be included in the festivities. Special photos will be offered for a nominal fee.

The cost is $27 for ages 12 and up and $17 for ages 3 to 11. Registration must be received by April 27.

To register or for additional information, call the La Mirada Activity Center at (562) 902-3160 or visit www.cityoflamirada.org.

 
19th Edition of the “4 La Mirada Kids Carnival” Returns to Benton this Weekend
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19th Edition of the “4 La Mirada Kids Carnival” Returns to Benton this Weekend

La Mirada~ Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to the "4 La Mirada Kids" Carnival this weekend, as it returns for its 19th year, April 23-25, at Benton Middle School in La Mirada.

The Carnival supports programs that benefit youth in La Mirada. Schools and organizations throughout La Mirada use carnival funds to support many educational and extracurricular opportunities.

Pre-sale ride tickets are available for $10 at the La Mirada Resource Center until April 22.   Purchase your tickets today!

Sponsored by the La Mirada Community Services Foundation, the event raises funds for youth groups and community organizations in La Mirada. Volunteers donate thousands of hours each year to make the carnival a success.

Thousands of people are expected to file through the gates as the usual great fare and local entertainment will be provided. The event has become an annual family destination and provides a venue for local nonprofits and schools to raise money for programs that benefit La Mirada kids.

AdviceRadio.com personality & La Mirada Blog Publisher Tony Aiello, will be the announcer and the MC for the entertainment during the three-day event.

Local youth cheer groups, dance groups, and bands are expected to fill the stage throughout the entire weekend with the following highlights: Friday, "Joe May and the Joe May Orchestra", 7:00 PM; Saturday, "The Kingsmen" form Biola University, 1:00 PM, The Biola Musical Theatre Childrens Group, 2:00 PM, Shakedown, 3:00 PM, The Academix, 8:00 PM; Sunday, Alohi Polynesian Dancers, 6:00 PM, "Stupid Pony", 7:00 PM.

The Carnival will be open at Benton Middle School on Friday, April 23 from 5 to 11 p.m., Saturday, April 24 from noon to 11 p.m., and Sunday, April 25 from 1 to 9 p.m. 

 

Review: The Buddy Holly Story Thru May 2nd at LM Theatre
Arts & Entertainment

Review: The Buddy Holly Story Thru May 2nd at LM Theatre

WOW!  I wasn’t even born yet, and though I did not live this moment, I was still able to feel the shiver of the unforgettable tragedy that Americans endured and shared the day that Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and J.P. Richardson died in a tragic plane crash following their February 2nd performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa; in McCoy-Rigby’s latest La Mirada venture, Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story now playing through May 2nd at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing arts.

The cast features: Brandon Albright as Buddy Holly; along with Steve Alderfer, Jack Bartlett, Omar D. Brancato, T.J. Dawson, Darrin Glesser, Bill Lewis, Christia Mantzke, Maegan McConnell, Manuel Romero, Arthur L. Ross, Brent Schindele, Andy Taylor, Jennifer Leigh Warren, Matt Wolpe and Cody Wood. Casting Director Julia Flores knew exactly what she was doing when she decided on this talented group.

La Pluma to Host Book Fair
Schools

La Pluma to Host Book Fair

La Mirada~La Pluma Elementary is hosting its Annual Scholastic Spring Book Fair starting on Monday, April 19, running through Friday, April 23, 2010. 

The Book Fair will be open during the Open House event on Thursday, April 22, in the Library from 5-8 pm. The school will also be hosting 'Taconazo' for dinner- 5pm-6:30 pm. That evening, makingt easy to eat on campus!!

Additionally, pre sale tickets are available. Please contact Jennifer Dean at 714-470-4830 for questions or email rocksteadygyrl@yahoo.com

 

Matadores Post Two BIG Back-to-Back Wins
Sports

Matadores Post Two BIG Back-to-Back Wins

Matdores score 32 runs in two days

Palos Verdes~ The Matadores beat Peninsula 16-11 yesterday, in a slugfest, with Karl "Rocky" Perez hitting for the cycle and gathering six rbi's in the weekly Saturday Redondo Tournament..

The day before in league action, the Mats(12-8, 5-1) beat Artesia 16-2, behind another strong pitching performance by Kyle Harper.

Click the ball club's web-site here to access the full-length stories. Go Mats!

See Clearer Than Ever Before at Chamber Mixer
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See Clearer Than Ever Before at Chamber Mixer

Whittier~Join the Whiitier Area Chamber of commerce us for an on-site presentation of the most advanced imaging technology to generate images that are unsurpassed in resolution. Also, tour the Wells Medical Office Building which features outpatient radiology and laboratory services, and physician offices, just to name a few. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be served.

RSVP is requested by April 19, 2010. Please call 562.698.0811 Ext. 14147.

Call the Whittier Area Chamber office for more information at (562)698-9554 or @ www.whittierchamber.com

Find Out Where Resources Are
Community

Find Out Where Resources Are

Norwalk~Cerritos College's Re-Entry Resource Program will host the Community Resource Fair on Thursday, April 29 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Cerritos College Library Sidewalk, 11110 Alondra Blvd, Norwalk.

Attendees can learn about resources in the community that are available to all.  Representatives from local social service and community resource agencies will be on hand to provide information and answer questions about the services they offer. 

Participating agencies include: Care 1st Health Plan, Casa Youth Shelter, City of Norwalk Social Services, Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services, Southern California Rehabilitation Services, The Children's Clinic, Whittier Health Center and many more.

This event is FREE and open to the public. Parking for the event is free in lot C-1 in white stalls ONLY.

For more information, contact Shannon Estrada at sestrada@cerritos.edu or call (562) 860-2451, Ext. 2362.

Sit Back, Relax, and Enjoy Some Great Music in La Mirada
Arts & Entertainment

Sit Back, Relax, and Enjoy Some Great Music in La Mirada

The third of five Upright Cabaret Shows at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts is this Sunday, April 18th, at 8 PM. The lobby of the theatre is transformed into a night-club setting. The following is a review of the last show which was in February.

Have you been fortunate enough to experience a Cabaret Show? How about a cabaret with class acts? A cabaret with an ambiance so ideal, that the very moment you step through the doors you realize that you've taken in a deep breath of relaxation?

Well, I have, and it's all thanks to, The La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.  Yes, the theatre house. Our very own theatre house here in the beautiful city of La Mirada.

Thanks to the braincases who decide what's hot and what's not, you too can enjoy a cabaret without having to fly to some fancy city. I am telling you, it was surprisingly great! I say surprisingly because, for one, you would not recognize the place. The detailed care and attention given was absolutely to the tee.

Sounds of the Motor City at the Cabaret Lounge
Arts & Entertainment

Sounds of the Motor City at the Cabaret Lounge

La Mirada~La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts is thrilled to announce the performers for their third spectacular UPRIGHT CABARET experience at the NEW Cabaret Lounge at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. Jake Simpson, Leslie Odom, Jr. and a special appearance by Grammy nominated /multiplatinum artist Taylor Dayne will be performing their own selections while highlighting the music of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Michael Jackson, under the musical direction of Chris Bratten, in a one night only concert, this Sunday night, April 18th, beginning at 8 PM.

Check out the rest of the series for 2010: THE MIGHTY MISSISSIPPI, June 6, 2010, 8PM; Music of Louis Armstrong, Elvis Presley and Prince & COUNTRY ROADS, July 11, 2010, 8PM; Music of Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash.

Ticket prices for UPRIGHT CABARET Single Shows $45 / $30; Series Price $38 / $25 per show. Tickets to these extraordinary shows are now available by calling the Box Office at 562-944-9801 or 714-994-6310 or online at www.lamiradatheatre.com

ARMED ROBBERY ON OCASO
News

ARMED ROBBERY ON OCASO

La Mirada~Around $80, and an IPod  was taken from person at 13107 Ocaso Dr. in La Mirada this evening at around 8:00 p.m.

According to Lt. Kenney from the Norwalk Sheriff's  Station, "According to the witness, four male blacks sporting Bandanas, drove up to the location and used bodily force-with no weapons involved- to take the money and merchandise."

Suspects were last seen northbound on Ocaso.

It is unknown at this time if the victim is a resident of the address where the  alleged  crime is being reported.

 

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