Community Member Needs Our Help
Maureen (Casados) Swanson is fighting the battle of her life after recently being diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer.
Whittier~Recently, the La Mirada Blog was contacted by community member, Monica Casados informing us that on April 28th of this year, her sister Maureen, 37, was admitted to Whittier Presbyterian Hospital after experiencing stomach pains. Tests later revealed Stage 4 Colon Cancer that has metastasized into her lungs and liver. 
Maureen and her husband Chad have two young daughters, Samantha 9 and Zoe 5.
Maureen is a lifelong resident of Whittier, CA, where she remains extremely close with her tight-knit family and high school friends. Maureen has worked professionally in La Mirada and Whittier her entire life.
Growing up in the unincorporated part of Whittier, Maureen attended La Mirada Schools, Mesa Elementary, Gardenhill Elementary, and then La Mirada High School (there was no middle schools during this period).
Maureen and her family, still have many friends in La Mirada.
Family and friends of Maureen (Casados) Swanson will be hosting a fundraising event to assist with her medical expenses and would like to invite the public.
The fundraiser will be on November 12th, 2010-a Poker Tournament/Casino Night/ Bingo at Smart's Banquet Hall in Whittier.
The family is also requesting in-kind donations for the raffle/silent auction at this event. They are hoping to make these fundraisers a success, but need the help of our community.
They are asking for your help in making these fundraisers a success by donating a gift, sponsoring a table, making a monetary donation or attending the events.
The funds raised will help their family pay for medical expenses while she undergoes treatment.
Although her daily routine is difficult, Maureen is fighting hard to prolong her life and prays for the successful future of her family.
Until recently, she was employed as a Massage Therapist at Healthways Chiropractic in La Mirada and as a Substitute Cafeteria Worker in the East Whittier City School District; and she deeply misses her co-workers, clients and the elementary school children.
If you would like to attend either event or make a donation, please contact Monica Casados at 562-536-9002 or email: SwansonFundraiser@verizon.net. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Monetary donations can also be made to a donation account at Bank of America, Maureen Swanson acct #09625-71774.
Reticulate at Gondola’s; And it Doesn’t Hurt
La Mirada~A Networking Lunch will be held Thursday, October 28th, at Gondola's Pizza in La Mirada, hosted by the La Mirada Chamber of Commerce.
This event is free and runs from Noon-2:00pm. Guests are invited to order their food at the front counter and then come mesh with others.
This is a great opportunity for business owners/representatives to enjoy some great food and build new relationships within the community.
The La Mirada Chamber of Commerce offers many events every month to help your business grow. For more information contact the Chamber at (562) 902-1970 or director@lmchamber.org.
Alumni Fest 2010 at La Mirada High School
La Mirada~La Mirada and Neff grads are invited to a pre-game party before the LMHS-Mayfair HS football game, this Friday, October 29, 2010, hosted by the La Mirada Football Boosters. Alumni Fest 2010 is open to any and all LMHS and Neff grads.
There will be food, friends, a game ticket, and old and new memories, and a gift, all for $30.00.
An alumni directory is to be given out to the alumni at the celebration.
If you would like to come and join the fun - please contact Denise Barrett, denisebarrett@yahoo.com, for more information or to request the Alumni Fest 2010 flyer and reservation form.
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La Mirada~The La Mirada Kiwanis community service club recently announced its recipients for its teacher-of-the-year program, picking a "winner" at ten different schools in La Mirada
"The service club project looks for ways to give back to the schools in a way that directly impacts students, said Debbie Scheibel, past President of La Mirada Kiwanis and currently Lt. Governor for Kiwanis International-Division 30.
Each recepient, chosen by their peers, received a gift bag containing ream of paper, notebook, and other classroom supplies for immediate use, and a $200 Staples voucher.
At La Mirada High School the recipient was Andrea Wood, "Teachers like Ms. Wood make a difference", said La Mirada Kiwanian Richard Trujillo, who along with former Norwalk-La Mirada Superintendent Ginger Shattuck, now a La Mirada Kiwanian, delivered the package. Trujillo is pictured, right, with La Mirada High Principal Bill Seals and Ms. Wood.
Special thanks go out to Extra Hands Advertising and project Chairpersons Scheibel and Adrienne Medrano, who also put together the gift bags.
Here is a list of the rest of the recipients:
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Victoria Pflanzer |
Dulles Elementary |
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Kimberly M. Emmons |
Eastwood Elementary |
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Jennifer Liivoja |
Escalona Elementary |
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Jason C. Hudson |
Foster Road Elementary |
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Julie Wright |
Gardenhill Elementary |
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Jessica Yoon |
La Pluma Elementary |
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Kathy Brais |
Benton Middle School |
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Catherine A. Black |
Hutchinson Middle School |
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Janet Ramont |
Los Coyotes Middle School |
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Andrea Wood |
La Mirada High School |
Kiwanis Gives Out its Teachers of the Year Awards at La Mirada Schools
La Mirada~The La Mirada Kiwanis community service club recently announced its recipients for its teacher-of-the-year program, picking a "winner" at ten different schools in La Mirada
"Our project looks for ways to give back to the schools in a way that directly impacts students, said Debbie Scheibel, past President of La Mirada Kiwanis and currently Lt. Governor for Kiwanis International-Division 30.
Each recepient, chosen by their peers, received a gift bag containing a ream of paper, notebook, and other classroom supplies for immediate use, and a $200 Staples voucher.
At La Mirada High School the recipient was Andrea Wood, "Teachers like Ms. Wood make a difference", said La Mirada Kiwanian Richard Trujillo, who along with former Norwalk-La Mirada Superintendent Ginger Shattuck, now a La Mirada Kiwanian, delivered the package. Trujillo is pictured, at right, with La Mirada High Principal Bill Seals and Ms. Wood.
See complete list of awardees.
La Mirada Weekly Crime Summary
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Weekly Crime Summary
October 11 - October 17, 2010
Residential Burglary
A residential burglary was reported on the 13000 block of Clearwood Ave. Numerous valuable coins were
taken from the location.
Vehicle Burglary
There were four vehicle burglaries reported.
A stereo and CDs were taken from a vehicle on the 16100 block of Rosecrans Ave.
Tools were taken from a work truck on the 16000 block of Summershade Ave.
Stereo equipment was stolen from a vehicle on the11600 block of Hollyview Ave.
A wallet and cell phone were taken from a vehicle on the 13300 block of Beach Blvd.
Art Colony Offers Free Demonstration of Straw Art
La Mirada~Internationally recognized, Mr. Owens-Celli, Director of the American Museum of Straw Art in Long Beach will demonstrate the use of straw as an art/craft medium on Monday, November 1st from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Arts Colony of La Mirada meeting.
The public is invited to attend this free event.
The club meets on the first Monday of the month at the La Mirada Resource Center, 13710 La Mirada Blvd.
For further information, call Madeline Thomas at 562-941-4116 or Paula Newman at 714-994-3535.
Halloweenfest Scheduled at Neff Park
La Mirada~Costumed superheroes, fairy princesses, ghosts and goblins will fill the night with laughter at the City of La Mirada's annual Halloweenfest on Sunday, October 31, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the historic Neff Estate.
The event will feature a haunted maze, flashlight tours of the Neff Mansion, Jack-O-Lantern contest, games, crafts and tasty treats for sale. This family-oriented event is perfect for all ages.
A costume contest for patrons and their pets will take place throughout the evening. Arrive early to enter and win!
For more information, call Community Services at (562) 943-7277
La Mirada Symphony Launches New Season
La Mirada~ La Mirada Symphony's new season begins tonight with the New Beginnings concert; the first concert of the season, to be held at 8:00 p.m. at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. Guest Conductor Alan Mautner will bring the sounds of Mozart, Brahms, and Mendelssohn through the hall to please the audience.
Thi Nguyen, considered to be the leading young Vietnamese violinist of his generation, will enhance Brahm's Concerto for Violin and Orchestra. A great start to an exciting season!
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