Sunday, July 28, 2013

The Brian Hughes Band Saturday, August 3rd 7:00 PM in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park


Brian Hughes

 




 

Los Angeles resident Brian Hughes has carved out an impressive career in the contemporary jazz arena. His first two albums, Between Dusk and Dreaming and Under One Sky, firmly established him as one of the foremost guitarists and composers in the genre, perfectly blending his fluid and emotive guitar style into an exciting melodic mix of Latin, Jazz and World Music compositions. After being picked as a winner in JAZZIZ magazine's "Guitars On Fire" competition his subsequent recordings Straight To You, One 2 One, Shakin’ Not Stirred, Along the Way, Live and the concert DVD No Reservations have received critical acclaim and major radio air play from coast to coast. With his sizzling fret work and infectious compositions the media are accurate in saying, "Both a great artist and an accessible one. His passion is so obvious, intense and contagious, that his audience shares it.” Brian has received the SOCAN / BMI "Jazz & Instrumental Composer of the Year" award seven times from 1997 to 2011 and the title track from “Shakin’ Not Stirred” was featured on an episode of HBO’s Sex and the City.

Fast Train To A Quiet Place, Hughes’ current release, features an all-star lineup:

Matt Rodhe: Keyboards (Prince, Christina Aguilera)
Tal Bergman: Drums (Joe Bonamassa, Rod Stewart)
Ron Powell: Percussion (Kenny G, Madonna)
Rufus Philpot: Bass (Down to the Bone). 

Brian has performed Jazz Festivals and Concerts around the world including concert dates in Germany, Holland and Switzerland, The Providencia Jazz Festival (Santiago, Chile) and the Montreal International Jazz Festival.

For the past 25 years Brian has had a parallel career recording and touring with world renowned vocalist Loreena McKennitt, (The Mummer’s Dance). Brian’s skills as a musician (guitars, and, bouzouki) and his production and mixing talents are evident on her current Grammy nominated recording, Troubadours on the Rhine. McKennitt has sold over 15 million albums worldwide and Brian has toured the world several times with her, appearing on the Late Show with David Letterman and receiving a Juno (Canadian Grammy) nomination as "Producer of the Year” for his work on her platinum selling album, The Visit.

Brian has also accompanied Celtic music legends, The Chieftains, on several tours and has produced and mixed several international platinum selling albums for Greek recording artists Alkistas Protopsalti, Evanthia Reboutsika, Yannis Kotsiras and Panayotis Kalantzopoulos, including the soundtrack for A Touch of Spice the top grossing film in Greek cinema history.

Each year, the Summer Concert Series has been made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors. This year SSGA welcomes back a major sponsor, Warner Bros. Entertainment.

Additional major sponsors include Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich, Rotary Club of Altadena, Monte Cedro, Athens Service, Toyota of Pasadena, El Patron Mexican Food Restaurant, All American Audio Visual, our own home town news source, www.altadenablog.com, The Printworks and, Georgia Rutherford in memory of Don Rutherford. The Altadena Sheriff’s Station and Farnsworth Park are both hosting once again this year.


Produced by the Sheriff's Support Group of Altadena
Beer & wine sales by the Rotary Club of Altadena
Food service by El Patron Mexican Food Restaurant

Friday, July 26, 2013

Summer Concert Series Up-Date

We have just received word that El Patron Mexican Food Restaurant had received their health permits and will be at Farnsworth Park cooking and serving for Saturday's concert featuring Louis van Taylor.

Come hungry!

ALD 7 Crime Blotter for July 15th


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Friday July 26, 2013, 8:16 AM

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Community: Altadena Sheriff Crime Blotter
 
Monday, July 15th

10:00 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the 900-blk of E. Mariposa St. Loss: gold necklace, currency.

10:35 AM – A vehicle was reported stolen from the 400-blk of Figueroa Dr. ***Vehicle was recovered on 7/23 by Pasadena PD***

4:41 PM – An assault with a deadly weapon occurred in the 2200-blk of Oakwood St. Suspect was taken into custody.

Between 10:00 PM and 6:30 AM (Tuesday) – A petty theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 1400-blk of N. Grand Oaks Av. Loss: black wallet, cellphone.

Wednesday, July 17th

Between 2:00 AM and 7:45 AM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 1600-blk of Grand Oaks Av. Loss: diaper bag.

Between 11:45 AM and 2:50 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 2300-blk N. Allen Av. Loss: coffee & tea set, two purses.

1:39 PM – A petty theft occurred at Ralph’s, 2270 N. Lake Av. Suspect described as a male, Black, 25-30, 511-602, 210-245 lbs. Loss: security device.

10:05 PM – Suspect O’Neal Hamilton, 34 yrs, of Altadena was arrested for possession of a controlled substance.

Thursday, July 18th

Between 12:30 AM and 5:00 AM – A vehicle vandalism occurred in the 700-blk of Royce St.

7:50 AM – An arrest for possession of a firearm occurred in the area of Allen Av. & Washington Blvd. The following suspects were arrested: Wash Dorsey, 63 yrs., of Pasadena, Anthony Anderson, 21 yrs. of Altadena, Pedro Mraz, 23 yrs., of Los Angeles, and Calvin Cadle, 19 yrs., of Altadena.

Between 9:00 PM and 6:30 AM (Friday) – A petty theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 1500-blk of N. Altadena Dr. Loss: Avon products.

Between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM (Friday) – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2000-blk of E. Jefferson Av. Suspect(s) entered the vehicle via unknown means. Loss: black iPod.

Between 11:00 PM and 6:45 AM (Friday) – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2300-blk of Glenrose Ave. Loss: iPhone car charger.

Friday, July 19th
Between 5:00 AM and 8:00 AM – A petty theft occurred in the 2200-blk of Navarro Av. Loss: sign.

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Between July 14th and July 20th there were 12 runaway juveniles reported to the Altadena Sheriff Station.

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Sunday, July 21, 2013

Louis van Taylor Saturday, July 27th 7:00 PM in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park





Louis van Taylor

Musician, woodwind specialist; sop, alto, tenor and baritone saxophones piccolo,c-flute, alto flute, B clarinet and bass clarinet: ewi, keyboards, additional instruments including c-melody sax and oboe birthplace: Salt Lake City Utah.

Education: Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Salt Lake City Ut; Washington Elementary Los Angeles CA; Foshay Junior High Los Angeles CA, Washington Junior High Pasadena CA, Pasadena High School , CSLA 1972-2000 Senior Berklee School Of Music Correspondence Course, Pasadena City College


Teaching experience; USC School of Music Jazz Studies 1989-1997; Los Angeles Jazz Society Jazz in Schools Program 2000-2012; Playboy Jazz goes to Schools, William Grant School 2010-2012, and Theatre of Hearts Youth First Programs

Credits: Ray Charles Orchestra 1981-2007, The Gap Band, Gerald Wilson Orchestra 1987-present, Kool and the Gang 1996-1998; 2006-present, Carl Thomas, Eric Benet, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Little Anthony and the Imperials, The Chilites, The Manhattans, Mary Wilson, Freida Payne, Teena Marie, Cameo, Sheila E, Unwrapped Allstars, Jimmy Smith, Jimmy Witherspoon, Big Joe Turner, Maxine Weldon, Spanky Wilson, Carl Anderson, Ernie Andrews, Clayton Hamilton Orchestra, Stevie Wonder, Billy Vera Orchestra, Malo, The Coasters, Johnny Otis Revue, Stix Hooper, Marc Antoine, Fransico Aquabella, Poncho Sanchez, Henry Filo, The Funk Bros., Mariah Carey, Anthony Hamiliton, Smokey Robinson, Big Mountain, Little Richard, Bernard Ighner, Anthony Wilson Nonet, Patrice Rushen, Quincy Jones III, Amanda Marshall, Micheal Bolton, Norman Connors, Wayne Henderson, Mocir Santos, Frank Sinatra Jr.,Larry Dunn, Jeff Golub, Dave Stewart
Film credits: Hurricane, Nightmare on Elm St 3, Coneheads, What’s Love Got to Do with It, Nutty Professor, Bird, The Temptation Story, Life, The Kid, Naked Gun 3, Friday, Battlestar Galactica, Soul Men, etc…..

TV credits: Night Court, Murder She Wrote, Touched by an Angel, Seinfeld, Alley McBeal, Star Trek New Generation, Full House, Pirates of Silicon Valley, and Vegas.


Each year, the Summer Concert Series has been made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors. This year SSGA welcomes back a major sponsor, Warner Bros. Entertainment.
Additional major sponsors include Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich, Rotary Club of Altadena, Monte Cedro, Athens Service, Toyota of Pasadena, El Patron Mexican Food Restaurant, All American Audio Visual, our own home town news source, www.altadenablog.com, The Printworks and, Georgia Rutherford in memory of Don Rutherford. The Altadena Sheriff’s Station and Farnsworth Park are both hosting once again this year.

Produced by the Sheriff's Support Group of Altadena
Beer & wine sales by the Rotary Club of Altadena
Food service by El Patron Mexican Food Restaurant

Friday, July 19, 2013

ALD 7 Crime Blotter for July 7th.

Friday July 19, 2013, 11:17 AM


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Sunday, July 7th

12:50 AM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 900 block of Kent St. Loss: purse, ID, credit cards.

7:00 AM – A suspect (male/20 years old) was cited/released for possession of illegal fireworks in the area of Lake Ave./Loma Alta Dr. after a citizen reported hearing fireworks in the area.

Between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – Two thefts from automobiles occurred at 24Hr. Fitness, 2180 Lincoln Av. Loss: purses, laptop, digital camera.

7:32 PM – An assault with a deadly weapon occurred in the 2200-blk of El Sereno Av. Suspects described as (2) male, Blacks, 18-25 yrs. driving an older model white Toyota Camry. Incident was gang-related.

8:45 PM – Deputies arrested a male suspect (34/Altadena) in the 400 block of Figueroa Dr. for domestic assault.

11:20 PM – Deputies arrested Margie Washington (42 years old / Altadena) in the 2500 block of Fair Oaks Ave. for public intoxication.

Monday, July 8th

Between 1:00 PM and 2:15 PM – A petty theft occurred in the 3000-blk of Ridgeview Dr. Loss: iPad.

Between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM – Two thefts from automobiles occurred at 24Hr. Fitness, 2180 Lincoln Av. Loss: purse, stereo.

Tuesday, July 9th

1:30 AM – An arson involving a vehicle occurred in the 200-blk of W. Harriet St. Possible suspects described as a male and female, Hispanic driving a dark blue or black Honda Civic 4-dr.

7:00 AM – Altadena Detectives served search warrants in Altadena and Pasadena regarding two suspects involved in vehicle burglaries and forgery. Both suspects were arrested and evidence of forgery, burglary, and drug sales was recovered.

Wednesday, July 10th

Between 4:30 PM and 9:30 PM (Friday) – A residential burglary occurred in the 1000-blk of Morada Pl. Loss: laptop, Playstation.

2:30 PM – Suspect Christopher Calloway (22 years/Pasadena) was arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle.

Thursday, July 11th

12:58 PM – Deputies arrested Adrian Lara, (24 years/ Pasadena) at Windsor/Woodbury Rd. for possession of a controlled substance.

4:09 PM – Deputies arrested Sami Constantinides (44 years/Altadena) at Casa Grande/Allen Ave. for possession of controlled substance.

Friday, July 12th

2:27 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the 2500-blk of Crary St. The victims who were home at the time heard some noises coming from the bathroom and observed a male, Black hoisting himself through the window. The victims yelled at the suspect and he fled the scene. Deputies responded to the area and observed a male matching the description. Further investigation led to the arrest of Dante James, (27 years/ transient) and the recovery of the victim’s stolen property. Dante James is suspected in additional residential burglaries in the area.

2:40 PM – Deputies arrested a male suspect (60 years/Altadena) in the 400 block of El Prieto Rd. for domestic assault.

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Between July 7th and July 12th there were 17 runaway juveniles reported to the Altadena Sheriff Station.

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Sunday, July 14, 2013

Blue Breeze Band Saturday, July 20th 7:00 PM in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park


Blue 'Breeze 'Band'
The versatility of the multi-talented group, Blue Breeze Band, will lull you into a trance with the sounds of Motown, R&B, Soul, & Funk music. You will get your mojo working with the harmonious tales of the Blues and enjoy the tasteful sounds of Jazz.
The Blue Breeze Band was formed in the late 90's and is comprised of talented musicians who have come together in order to forge a relationship with you, their listeners, through 60's, 70's, 80's & 90's heart and soul dance music, blue notes, and call and response melodic improvisation.
Thus far, Blue Breeze has acquired an impressive repertoire of performances for audiences from different walks of life from all over the world. To name a few, they have performed for former President Bill Clinton, the United States Armed Services in Okinawa, Japan, the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach and have headlined festivals throughout southern California. In addition, they have appeared as musicians in the Warner Brothers' feature film Why Do Fools Fall in Love- (The Frankie Lyman story).
At the core of the Blue Breeze Band is a six-piece multi-talented group featuring the following artists:
 
Harold Wherry:
Electric guitar and nylon string acoustic guitar
Nolan "Doc" Semien:
Lead Vocals
Richard Moorings:
Keyboards, Vocals and Trombone
Tom "Buster" Harrell:
Drums and Vocals
Tim Anderson:
Tenor Saxophone and Vocals
Darryl Bomar:
4-, 5-, and 6-String Electric Basses and Vocals
 


A few Performance & Event Locations:

- Viejas Casino, Alpine

- Dance Downtown L.A., Music Center Plaza

- Concerts by the Sea Summer Concerts, La Jolla

- Lemon Festival, Chula Vista

- Rhythm of Riverside Summer Concerts

- Camp Foster Marine Base, Okinawa Japan

- Concerts in the Park, City of Glendora

- Concerts in the Park, City of Chino Hills

- Brew At The Zoo-Living Desert, Palm Desert

- Concerts in the Park, City of Irwindale

- Concert in the Park, City of Fontana

For booking information, contact:

Harold Wherry

                                              Phone: (310) 259-0714    or (760) 587-5069


 
Each year, the Summer Concert Series has been made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors. This year SSGA welcomes back a major sponsor, Warner Bros. Entertainment.
Additional major sponsors include Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich, Rotary Club of Altadena, Monte Cedro, Athens Service, Toyota of Pasadena, El Patron Mexican Food Restaurant, All American Audio Visual, our own home town news source, www.altadenablog.com, The Printworks and, Georgia Rutherford in memory of Don Rutherford. The Altadena Sheriff’s Station and Farnsworth Park are both hosting once again this year.
Produced by the Sheriff's Support Group of Altadena
Beer & wine sales by the Rotary Club of Altadena
Food service by El Patron Mexican Food Restaurant

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Teen Cert NEW DATES!


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Wednesday July 10, 2013, 4:53 PM

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Community: Altadena Sheriff's TEEN CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Training *** New Dates***
 
Altadena Sheriff's Station will be conducting a TEEN CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Training Saturday, July 20th, 2013 and Saturday July 27th, 2013 from 8:00AM - 4:00PM, at Farnsworth Park located at 568 E. Mount Curve Ave., Altadena.

As a teen, there are probably a lot of things you've been told you can't do. But there is one very important thing you can do: Learn to protect yourself, your family, and your friends in case of a disaster. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, is a national program of volunteers trained in disaster preparedness and emergency response. Volunteers come from all ages and all walks of life, including teenagers!

Teen CERT training teaches you about the potential disasters that could affect your area and how to safely and responsibily respond to them.

Through Teen CERT you can serve your community and help take care of your school and home.

To find out more about the training visit: www.citizencorps.gov/cert

Partner to prevent or report crime by contacting Altadena Sheriff’s Station. Or if you wish to remain Anonymous, call "LA Crime Stoppers" by dialing 800-222-TIPS (8477), texting the letters TIPLA plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org/

If you see any suspicious activity either close to your home, or while you are out in the Altadena Area, call the Altadena Sheriff’s station at (626) 798-1131 or 9-1-1 in an emergency.

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Altadena Sheriff's Enrolling Youth for VIDA (Vital Intervention Directional Alternatives) Program


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Wednesday July 10, 2013, 4:31 PM

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Community: Altadena Sheriff's Enrolling Youth for VIDA (Vital Intervention Directional Alternatives) Program
 
In providing the VIDA program, the Altadena Sheriff's Station recognize the importance of offering counseling, family action, community service, physical training, team building, and career guidance to wayward youth in our community. All this is done in an effort to help redirect negative behavior of our youth, who may be tempted to explore gang affiliation, drug use, or crime.

Law enforcement personnel oversee the program and play a major role in the intervention and overall development of the teens. VIDA helps build self-esteem, motivate teens toward success, and aids in breaking the cycle of criminal behavior. For many, successful completion of the program can result in new beginnings, a new outlook, and potentially the establishment of a lifetime of positive influences and contacts. The ultimate goal of the deputies, and others involved, is to work with the youths toward the common goal of establishing a better and brighter future, away from negative influences.

The V.I.D.A. academy focuses on several areas, including healthy living, academic and vocational achievement, truancy reduction, increased literacy, workforce preparation, improving parental relationships, and preventing substance abuse. We also perform home and school visits randomly throughout the week.

"By placing positive influences around our youth, we can help them realize their self-worth, establish goals and avoid gangs, drugs, crime and negative influences," said Captain John Benedict. He added, "We must do our part with our youth, in prevention and intervention, as they are the future of this great community."

How are teens selected?
Teens are referred from:
• Juvenile Courts
• Probation Department
• School District
• Field or School Resource Deputies
• Parents who are struggling to maintain control of their child's negative behavior and request they be accepted into the program

Other participants are accepted on a case-by-case basis.

VIDA Components
There are seven basic components to the VIDA program. Each is designed and structured to identify the negative influences that have resulted in the teen's referral to the program and to help place the teen on the road to success.
• Pre-intake
• Intake Night
• Counseling and Family Action
• Community Service
• Physical training
• Life Skills Workshops
• Career Guidance

Components Functions
Pre–Intake: Detailed discussion of parental responsibility; past, present and future activities of the juvenile; and expectations for successful completion of the program.

Intake Night: Counselors and deputies discuss the harsh reality of incarceration with participants and their parents. This session is informative, emotional, and impactful.

Counseling and Family Action: Ongoing counseling services are provided to the teen and family members throughout the duration of the program.

Community Service: Teens are required to perform 32 hours of community service. "Giving back" is an important part of the program.

Physical Training: Teens are required to perform various physical training tasks, including: sit-ups, push-ups, and light jogging. These activities build self-discipline and teamwork.

Life Skills Workshops: Life skills classes help teens develop their basic personal, social, and academic skills, with the goal of helping them become productive members of society.

Additional Components
Drill: Teens are taught and per from close order marching.

Competitive Games: Teens compete with other VIDA program participants throughout the county to test their skills in drill, physical training, and knowledge of VIDA history.

Graduation: A formal ceremony, where all county participants are recognized for successful completion of the program.

Deputy Dexter Jones is now accepting VIDA Applications at this time. The interested parent or guardian must attend a formal registration. If you know kids and parents who you feel would benefit from the VIDA academy we encourage you to visit our website at www.vida.la. We can also be contacted via phone 626-296-2108 or e-mail ALTADENAVIDA@GMAIL.COM

There is a one-time $75 enrollment fee which covers the cost of the participant’s uniform, field-trip expenses, and drug testing. We are located in the Altadena Sheriff station (780 East Altadena Drive, Altadena, CA 91001) our current VIDA site is at Eliot Middle School 2184 N. Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001.
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