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Arcadia Weekly Dec 26, 2014
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL
Dear Readers–this is my 19th year writing The Social Whirl for you. I have seen many wonderful events, social and community oriented, this past year.
Remember; I write for ten local newspapers all across the San Gabriel Valley, so when you see an article not about your city, please remember the nine others!
I urge you to send me your special events. I don’t turn anyone down. The Social Whirl is always happy to have your input.
I look forward to another year of sharing the good times in our communities with you.
Warm Wishes to each of you,
Floretta K. Lauber
Social Editor, Beacon Media News
Save This Date—February 8, 2015
Dr. Edward Wong will be the first speaker in the new spring lecture hall at the Gilb Museum Education Center. February 8th at 3:00 p.m., he will be speaking on the Curiosity Rover to Mars and Space Exploration Missions.
Tickets will be limited. More information is to follow. Tickets: $10.00—Students: $5.00.
This program will be sponsored by the Museum Foundation.
“Hats Off To Women!” on March 7, 2015
Arcadia Woman’s Club’s Annual Spring Fashion Show Gala is coming March 7th. Cost: $45.00. More information to follow.
AAUW speaker at the January 12th meeting is Dale Carter.
Santa Fe Depot on the grounds of the L. A. Arboretum, the subject of AAUW’s January 12 program
The Santa Anita Depot—-Lucky Baldwin’s Connection to the East and West
How did a dilapidated, abandoned 19th century Santa Fe Depot find a home on the grounds of the Los Angeles County Arboretum in Arcadia? How was the old depot saved from demolition and moved from its former site as a pile of bricks and boards that became the lovely, cared-for vintage Depot that we see today? These are questions that Arboretum docent Dale Carter of Arcadia is well qualified to answer. Dale is a retired mechanical engineer who has enjoyed trains from his childhood interest in Lionel trains to his present fascination with vintage steam engines. His love for the peaceful Arboretum and his interest in trains make a perfect fit.
How the transformation of the old depot came about will be explained by Dale Carter when he speaks at the Monday evening, January 12, 2015 meeting of the Arcadia Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) on Monday, January 12. The group meets at the Church of the Good Shepherd’s Jordan Hall, 400 W. Duarte Road (SW corner of Duarte Road and Holly Avenue), Arcadia. Socializing begins at 6:30 p.m. with Carter’s presentation to follow at 7:00 p.m. The public is invited to this free meeting.
For information about membership in the American Association of University Women (AAUW), please call Tamara Kato at (626) 375-6756 or Patricia Dietrich at (626) 446-8437. Membership in the organization is open to all women and men holding a university or college degree, as well as to those with an Associate of Arts degree or its equivalent.
Newcomers and Friends of San Gabriel Valley Invites Local Residents to January Events
Newcomers and Friends of SGV’s monthly “meet and greet” coffee will be held on January 7th in Arcadia.. Newcomers and Friends of San Gabriel Valley will have a luncheon on February 11th and will be celebrating their 50th Anniversary on March 11, 2015.
To learn more about the Newcomers and Friends of San Gabriel Valley Club contact them via email at sgvnewcomers@yahoo.com visit them online at http://www.sgvnewcomers.com or call 626/348-8415.
Tricks and Treats and Mozart
A special Classical Kaleidoscope Concert just for children and their families will be held on Saturday, January 10th, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. at the Arcadia Public Library. There will be great titles and great music performed by violinist Paul Stein and pianist Ralph Alberstrom: Pop Corn, Funny Face, Black Cat and Tick Tack. These delightful pieces and more by Mozart will open the world of music to children of all ages.
The Arcadia Public Library is located at 20 W. Duarte Road, Arcadia. Story #4 No Photos
Gene Glasco to Give Local History Lunchtime Talk
“Surf’s Up! A Ride to the Beach Before the Freeway” will be the featured topic on Thursday, January 15th, 2015 at noon at the Museum Education Center. The speaker will be Gene Glasco, Arcadia City Clerk and President of the Arcadia Historical Society. For more information about the Lunchtime Talk, please call 626/574-5440 or visit the website at http://museum.ci.arcadia.ca.us.
Winter Kid’s Camp
The Recreation and Community Services Department is offering a Winter Kid’s Camp at Baldwin Stocker Elementary School, 422 W. Lemon Avenue in Arcadia. This retreat is open to elementary school children ages 6-11 and provides a safe, supervised, kid-friendly retreat during winter vacation. The dates are Monday, December 22, Tuesday, December 23, Friday, December 26, Monday, December 29, Tuesday, December 30, 2014 and Friday, January 2, 20154 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a cost of $20 per day. To register go to the city’s website at www.ci.arcadia.ca.us under the Recreation and Community Services Department or come by our office, 375 Campus Drive. Cancellations must be made by Monday, December 22nd in order to receive a refund (which is subject to a $10.00 service charge).
For more questions, please contact the Recreation Department at 626/574-5113.
Musical Lecture—Bing Crosby
Arcadia Senior Services is offering a musical lecture that will focus on the life of Bing Crosby on Tuesday, January 6th, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. The lecture will take place at the Arcadia Community Center, 365 Campus Drive. This Timeless Melodies Foundation for Education musical program will trace Bing’s roots and early musical inspirations and how radio impacted the development of popular music. This program is for individuals 50 years of age and older. Cost of the presentation is $3.00 and is non-refundable. Tickets are available until Monday, January 2nd, 2015. For additional information please call Arcadia Senior Services (626) 574-5130.
Co-presidents of the Arcadia Chinese Association (L-to-R) Shelley Liu and Francine Chiu. Flank: Arcadia Mayor John Wuo at fundraising gala recently.
Co-presidents of ACA Shelly Liu and Francine Chiu with Congresswoman Judy Chu, who was guest of honor at the ACA Dinner Gala at the Doubletree Hotel in Monrovia.
At the fabulous Arcadia Assistance League Home Tour and Christmas Dinner Party. L-R Santa, ALA President Kay Kinsler, Hostess Karyn Jackson and event chair Jill Kendrick.
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