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Wanted-La Mirada Artists
La Mirada~Artists of all ages are invited to submit entries for a “Paint La Mirada” Exhibit in honor of the City's 50th Anniversary. The exhibit will be held on May 2nd from 1-4 p.m. at the Olive Grove (Biola University Campus), the starting point of the Fourth Annual La Mirada Art in the Garden Tour sponsored by the Arts Colony of La Mirada. For details, please contact Madeline Thomas at (562) 941-4116 or Mellody Anderson at (714) 522-8157.
FROM OUR CLASSIFIEDS: Teen Auditions for Latest Phantom Show
Audition Dates: April 3rd and 4th, 2010, Invitational callbacks on April 5th
Location: Phantom Projects Rehearsal Hall, 15517 Phoebe Ave, La Mirada 90638
-We are looking for a combination of talent, energy, and personality.
-All performers MUST be between ages 15-21.
-We are NOT casting anyone older to "play younger."
All actors will be expected to understand the educational nature of the production and will be asked questions about the topic in the audition process. We are not looking for "doctors," or "perfect" teens. We just want real people who want to speak to teens about such an important issue, regardless of any "mistakes" you may have made in the past. Our audiences need to hear all perspectives on the topic; past performers have included teen mothers, virgins, non-virgins, etc.
Five Reasons to Fill Out Your Census Questionnaire
1. Helps Build Prosperity in Your Community.
Does your neighborhood have traffic jams, elderly folks who live alone or overcrowded schools? Census data can help define strategies to make necessary public improvements in your community.
2. Help in a Time of Need
Many emergency services linked to 911 are structured based on maps developed with the data from the previous census.Census information helps health providers predict how a disease is spread through communities between members of the population. When natural tragedies like tornados and earthquakes occur, the census indicates to the rescue teams how many people may need aid.
3. Puts Government to Work for You
It's a great way to let our leaders know who we are and what we need. The numbers are used to help determine the distribution of more than $400 billion in federal and state funds. The money will help to finance educational and school lunch programs, medical centers, emergency services, transportation and other needs in our community.
4. Reduces Risk for Businesses
Since census numbers help reduce the financial risk and allow the identification of potential markets, businesses can produce the products that you want and need.
5. It Will Help You and Your Family
The individual data stay confidential for 72 years, but you can request a certificate of past censuses to use it as verification of your age, residence, or kinship. This information can help you apply for a pension, establish citizenship or to obtain an inheritance.
In 2082 your great-grandchildren will be able to use census information to learn about the history of your family.
Today your children can use the information to assist them with homework assignments.
Thanks to the fact that we have had a census every 10 years since 1790, we know how far we have come, and how much we have changed as a nation.
Be counted in the 2010 Census. The future is in our hands!
If Youâre Not Counted in the 2010 Census â Youâre Invisible
We all need to participate in the Census
The Constitution of the United States mandates that a count of the population of the be conducted every ten years. This count, or census, is conducted at the beginning of every decade, usually on April 1st. Our next Decennial Census is scheduled for April 1st, 2010.
How does the Census Bureau accomplish this?
Census operations are the largest non-war effort put forth by the Federal Government. It will take approximately 1.5 million temporary workers to complete this enormous task. All of the workers have to be hired, trained, given tools with which to complete their work (ie. computers, telephones, offices and supplies), and then after the Census process is complete, Decennial Census operations come to a close and the whole structure has to be dismantled. 
It begs the question, why do these workers want to be a part of the process? “Census workers are passionate about ouir work because we believe what we’re doing is important,” says Sandra Alvarado, Media Specialist with the Census Bureau. “Not to mention that 1.5 million people get to work and receive a paycheck which helps individual families who are struggling to get through these difficult times, and helps the economy at large.”
Participation in the Census is everyone’s civic duty and responsibility. Furthermore, it is of vital importance to each individual, their families and their communities. It is an opportunity, once every decade, to do something that will positively impact our lives for the next ten years.
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La Mirada~Established in 1960, the Youth In Government program partners with the La Mirada Ebell Service Club and La Mirada High School to give students an opportunity to work with city officials and learn about municipal government. These students are given the assignment of reviewing community issues or existing programs and services, developing alternatives and providing recommendations for enhancing services and programs.
As part of the Youth In Government program, the Student City Council and staff are paired with their city counterparts at a special La Mirada City Council meeting where they conduct business just as a regular city council meeting would be conducted. The Youth In Government program has actively contributed to the development of the La Mirada Community Gymnasium and the installation of left-turn signals at busy intersections.
In 2009, the Youth In Government group proposed that the city create and implement a Go Green Action Plan to assess current energy usage, identify new energy efficient practices, establish partnerships and promote a green and environmentally conscious city. The group also recommended that staff pursue grant funding to develop a community bike trail along Coyote Creek. These proposals were well received, and city staff is working on a Go Green Action Plan to be implemented in 2009–10 and pursuing grant funding to develop the bike trail.
Free Annual Career Expo and Job Fair Returns
Norwalk~Cerritos College's annual Career Expo and Job Fair will be held Tuesday, March 23, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Wilford Michael Library/Falcon Square sidewalk at Cerritos College, 11110 Alondra Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650.
The event, which attracts more than 500 attendees each year, is free and open to Cerritos College students and the general public. It is recommended that attendees dress in business attire and bring copies of resumes with them.
During the expo, attendees will have opportunity to speak to recruiters, learn about the companies, explore job opportunities, network with recruiters, and receive suggestions from employers on resumes and interviewing skills. Employers representing business, finance, technology, healthcare, retail and other industries will participate in the expo. Resume writing and job fair strategies workshops will be offered prior to the event. Current list of participating employers includes Caltrans, Home Depot, L.A. Restaurant Management, L.A. County Fire Department, LAFD, LAPD, Project Apple/Bellflower USD, Southern California Edison, Target, the University of Phoenix and more.
Carnival Fund-Raising Meeting Thursday
La Mirada~The "4 La Mirada Kids" Carnival is fast approaching. Individuals and groups interested in raising funds for non-profit organizations can register to host a booth at this year's Carnival.
A mandatory registration meeting will be held Thursday, February 25 at 7 p.m. at the La Mirada Resource Center, 13710 La Mirada Boulevard. A representative from interested groups is required to attend.
The Carnival will be held 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. Guidelines and information packets will be available at the Resource Center prior to the meeting
Discounted Pre-Sale Ride Tickets Available for Annual Carnival
La Mirada~Purchase your pre-sale tickets to the annual "4 La Mirada Kids" Carnival 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.
The carnival will be open April 23 through 25 at Benton Middle School and feature rides, food and entertainment for the entire family.
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. Schools and organizations throughout La Mirada use carnival funds to support many educational and extracurricular opportunities.
Individuals and organizations interested in volunteering at the Community Carnival or becoming event or booth sponsors should call Community Services at (562) 943-7277.
3rd Annual La Mirada Kiwanis Rubber Duck Race Community Fundraiser
La Mirada~The 3rd Annual "Going Quackers for Kids" Rubber Duck Race hosted by La Mirada Kiwanis will be held on Saturday, April 3rd, 2010 at the lake at La Mirada Regional Park at noon; after the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast at 7:00 a.m. and the City of La Mirada Easter Egg Hunt at 8:00 a.m.
Any group or organization can participate and earn 50% back from the number of ducks they sell at $5.00 each.
There is no fee to participate and no minimum required to sell. Group profits are determined by how many ducks are sold.
For more information call (714) 670-8186 or visit www.lamiradakiwanis.org
Postcard of McNally’s Ranch Citrus Label-circa 1920
The back of the card reads: The ranch owned Andrew McNally, co-founder of the Rand-McNally Publishing Co., flourished at the turn of the century producing citrus fruit and olives. Windermere Ranch was also the social center of the area. This label depicts the entrance ...to the ranch where Neff Park and its three historic buildings still remain today.
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