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5 GLAMOROUS CAMPING‘GLAMPING’ AT EL CAPITAN COMBINES THE GLORIES OF NATURE WITH THECOMFORTS OF A HOTELBY REBECCA KUZINS

11 NO MORE TEACHERS, NO MORE BOOKSGET YOUR KIDS PLUGGED INTO OUTDOOR SUMMER FUN WITH LOCALMUSEUM, PARK PROGRAMSBY SARA CARDINE

18 TRAIL MIXMAKE HIKING THE REGION’S BEST TRAILS A PRIORITY THIS SUMMERBY CHRISTOPHER NYERGES

23 SUMMER SOUNDS 29 TEN TITANS OF SUMMER

FROM A SEA OF COOKIE-CUTTER FILMS COMES 10 FRESH IDEAS BY CARL KOZLOWSKI

29 PET FRIENDLY FUN TRAVELING WITH ANIMALS TAKES A LITTLE EXTRA PLANNING ANDRESEARCH BY JANA J. MONJI

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These activities are not available on the usual camping trip, but ElCapital Canyon is not the usual campground. Located near El CapitanState Beach, about 20 miles north of downtown Santa Barbara, El Capitanis among a new breed of luxury campgrounds that seek to combine theglories of nature with the comforts of an expensive hotel.

Set in a 2,500-acre nature preserve along El Capitan Creek, the campgroundis open year-round and has facilities for conferences, corporate meetings andparties, as well as accommodations specially for campers. Lodging ranges from

AT EL CAPITAN CANYON, EVEN HOT SUMMERSCAN BE EASY AND BREEZY. YOU CAN SOOTHEYOUR ACHING MUSCLES WITH A SWEDISH-STYLEMASSAGE. SOME OF THE ACCOMMODATIONSHAVE BATHTUBS LARGE ENOUGH FOR TWOPEOPLE, SO YOU AND YOUR SIGNIFICANT OTHERCAN ENJOY A LEISURELY SOAK. AND IN SUMMER,YOU CAN RELAX AT A SATURDAY NIGHT BLUES,JAZZ OR BLUEGRASS CONCERT.


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106 cedar cabins at the high end to less costly lodgings in 26 tents and threeyurts. The cabins are priced from $225 to $355 per night and contain king-sized, queen-sized or bunk beds. They are equipped with linens and downcomforters, full bathrooms and kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwavesand coffeemakers. These facilities are spread among four village areas — StonePine, Peace Tree, Lone Stone and Shaded Creek.

The camp’s tents feature hardwood floors, electricity and queen ordouble beds with linens and down comforters and are priced at $155 pernight. A little more luxurious, the adventure yurts, with queen and twinbeds, skylights, small refrigerators and electricity cost $205 per night. Tentsand yurts have nearby communal bathrooms for guests’ use.

Campers can opt to have an outdoor meal, cooked on a fire pit andeaten at private tables near their lodging, or eat breakfast, lunch or dinnerat the Canyon Market, a restaurant and store located on the campground.Some of the food served at this restaurant is provided by an organicfarmer, who rents space at the campground to grow his produce.

And campers can participate in more activities than are offered on aluxury cruise ship. “We definitely try to have our guests pursue outdoor

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activities,” says Kendra Summers, marketing and sales manager. “There areopen spaces and grassy fields where, for example, families can play soccer.”

There are also nature hikes, which culminate in a visit to the camp’sranch, home to herds of llamas and goats, two sheep and a donkey. Anearby playground provides swings, slides and other equipment forchildren, as well as a solar-powered swimming pool. Stargazing andstorytelling expeditions are conducted by an “archeo-astronomer,” whopoints out the constellations and tells Chumash Indian stories describingthe origin of the stars. Campers can also congregate at Saturday nightbarbecues, where they can cook s’mores using a special kit for sale at theCanyon Market. Or they can attend yoga classes, have a message or attendthe Saturday night concerts held from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

In addition to these on-site pursuits, staff can arrange for guests to go oceankayaking, horseback riding, whale watching, wine tasting, rock climbing,hiking and golfing, among other activities in the Santa Barbara area.

El Capitan’s urbanized accommodations and other amenities will notappeal to camping purists who insist on roughing it in the great outdoors.But if you want to go “glamping,” or glamorous camping, and enjoy naturewithout any of its inconveniences, El Capitan is a good place for a differenttype of vacation experience. ■

More information about El Capitan Canyon, including directions from Pasadena, isavailable at the camp’s Web site, elcapitancanyon.com. PHOT

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NO MORE TEACHERS,NO MORE BOOKS

GET YOUR KIDS PLUGGED INTO OUTDOOR SUMMER FUN WITH LOCAL MUSEUM, PARK PROGRAMS

By Sara Cardine

IS THERE ANY CHILD WHO DOES NOT LOOK FORWARD TO THEEND OF THE SCHOOL YEAR, WHO DREAMS OF SLEEPING IN,WATCHING TV AND HANGING OUT IN THE NEIGHBORHOODWITH NOTHING TO DO FOR WEEKS ON END?

With summer fast approaching, it’s best to start thinking now of how to unplug your kids fromthe TV, computer or game console and get them plugged into fun summer adventures that



encourage play and learning, and perhaps offer something for you as well.Summer programs and activities throughout Pasadena are plentiful, andmany of them take full advantage of the area’s natural beauty and its manyparks, recreational spots and museums, offering programs that engage andentertain.

Throughout the year, Kidspace Museum encourages young ones to learnabout science, nature and art through indoor and outdoor hands-on,interactive exhibits. But starting July 27, the museum will begin four weeksof summer programming in which visitors ages 6 to 11 can take part in a fullspectrum of science-related fun, according to Kidspace Marketing DirectorTim Scheidler.

“These camps are all about creating a general affection for and interest inall things growing and all things outdoors,” Scheidler says. “Running,jumping, crawling, pretending they’re bugs in an anthill — they’re literallygetting their hands on nature.”

Week one is Arroyo Adventures Camp, which introduces kids toenvironmental science through a series of fun art and science activities andeducational hikes through the beautiful surrounding Arroyo Seco. Week twois Gross! Anatomy Camp, where kids learn what makes humans and animalsooze, smell and scab. Campers will make fake slime and blood while learningabout the science of the body.

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Forest, a ¾-acre play space that is scheduled to open July 12. Here, a series of13 interactive outdoor exhibits lets children play with tennis ball launchers,water bottle rockets, pendulums and more as they learn the principles ofphysical science. The fourth week of camp will feature JPL scientists in anOuter Space Adventure Camp, where campers will learn about the planets,robotics and get to see a Space Rover up close.

“We want to make sure kids are not losing what they learn during theschool year,” says Scheidler. “We want to make sure they go away with rocksolid content but also give them a good, fun experience.”

In June, the city of Pasadena’s Human Services and Recreation Depart-ment will roll out its 2012 summer programming for children, teens andseniors. Enrichment camps throughout the city let children ages 5 to 13 trytheir hands at science and computer programs, cooking, arts and crafts ordrama. Other teen camps focus in on age-related topics — like job andcollege preparation, dancing, music and theater arts — and feature funfieldtrips to LA hot spots.

The city also maintains a summer sports schedule for kids who want tolearn or brush up on basic techniques in softball, basketball, flag football,soccer and boxing. From June 11 to Aug. 9, communitywide swimminglessons and recreational swim sessions for families and individuals of all ageswill be offered at public pools throughout the city. Early bird registration forswim lessons begins May 12 at Villa-Parke Community Center, 363 E. VillaSt., Pasadena. For more information on swim programs, call Darrell Walkerat (626) 744-7350.

The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center, 360 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, will hostits 12-week Anderson Adventures Camp H2O from June 11 to Aug. 31 forstudents in first- through seventh-grade, which can include after-care hoursfor working parents. From July 23 to Aug. 24, a special needs summer campwill offer safe swim lessons and sensory activities, including arts and crafts,nature walks, therapeutic dance classes and a field trip. For more informa-tion on special needs programming, contact Alethea Crespo at (626) 564-0330, ext. 425. ■

A comprehensive Summer 2012 Recreation Program Guide will be availableonline in May. For more information, visit cityofpasadena.net/reserve or call(626) 744-7500.


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SUMMER GUIDEDIRECTORY OF SERVICES

300 PASADENACool down this summer with one of 300 Pasadena's margaritas. Choose from 12 delicious flavors, all$1 off! Order yours blended or on the rocks, salt or no salt, at 300 Pasadena we're all aboutperfection. Available only until June 10. Join us on Sunday, May 20 from 10am – 2pm for Kids Fest,where kids can come meet Tommy Ten Pin, get 1 free game and shoes, free samples of our KidsMenu items plus a few treats from 300 and other local businesses! RSVP recommended. Call (626) 768-4861 to reserve your space today. 3545 E. Foothill Blvd. in Pasadena.www.threehundred.com/pasadena

ADVANCED EDUCATION ACADEMYOur mission is to have well educated students who can then take responsibility for their futures. Tobring about a love of learning, by ensuring each student fully understands their lessons andexperiences using that knowledge by "doing." Further, to teach students the study technology and itspractical application to daily studies, so they can enjoy the learning process, become competent "self-learners," and can then go on to gain the additional knowledge needed to achieve their goals. 4490 Cornishon Avenue, #3, La Canada (818) 952-1900 www.aeaschool.com

ALL SAINTS CHURCHAll Saints’ mission is to make God’s love tangible through Spirituality, Community, and Peace andJustice. Those who join us find us joyfully and energetically challenging one another to live intoJesus’ central message of compassion and respect for the dignity of every human being. All SaintsChurch is a place where one can learn and practice how to express daily the deep truth of theinterconnectivity of all people on the globe. Join us!All Saints Church, 132 N. Euclid Ave., Pasadena. Visit allsaints-pas.org or call (626) 796-1172.

ALTADENA CHRISTIAN CHILDREN’S CENTERAt ACCC, the families of the children in our programs who range in age from 2 months toprekindergarten find programs that meet the needs of the whole child within a developmentallyappropriate framework. Our family-centered approach helps to nurture healthy partnerships betweenteachers and parents as we all work together to support the children. We are eager to help familiesfrom diverse backgrounds to discover that ACCC is the best place for their child’s early education. Joinus for our summer programs which combine fun and learning and nature!Contact Director Toni Boucher at (626) 797-6142 or visit accc-kids.org.

ALTADENA STABLESAltadena Stables is a full-service facility, offering a safe and friendly environment for your ridingenjoyment. Boarded horses are attended to 24/7 by experienced caretakers who live on the property.The location is next to the Arroyo Seco and its beautiful forest trails. Instruction is provided on reliablestable horses by experienced professionals and trainers who offer lessons, camps, clinics and groupsfor riders of all ages and skill levels.Visit www.altadenastables.com. (626) 797-2012

PUBLIC PROGRAMS AT ART CENTER COLLEGE OF DESIGNIn addition to being recognized as a global leader in art and design education, Art Center College ofDesign serves the communities of Pasadena and Greater L.A. with an array of programs for kids, highschool students and adults. Whether you’re expanding career options, preparing for college or simplylike to learn, Public Programs provides unique opportunities to develop skills and use problem-solvingto explore the creative process. For more information and to register, visit artcenter.edu/makeithappen.

BARNHART SCHOOLJoin us for our 2012 Summer Session! Our theme this year is Way to go, America! Our program runs fromJune 25 through August 3. (Session 1: June 25-July 13. Session 2: July 16-August 3). We offer two three-week sessions. Come to one or both. Great adventures await you! Celebrating its 52nd year of providingquality education as a K-8 independent school, Barnhart is pleased to offer camp Way to go, America! Barnhart School is at 240 W. Colorado Blvd., Arcadia. Call (626) 446-5588 or visit barnhartschool.org.

THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF PASADENAThe Boys & Girls Clubs of Pasadena promotes the health, safety, education, social, vocational andcharacter development of boys and girls ages 5 through 17. The club’s goal is to improve the lives ofchildren by helping them build self-assurance and develop leadership skills while reinforcing positivevalues in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere. The award-winning summer program providesPasadena’s youth with excellent services and activities from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Visit bgcpasadena.org.

BUCA DI DEPPOOpen daily for lunch and dinner, Buca di Beppo is conveniently located at the corner of Green Streetand South DeLacey Avenue in Old Pasadena. Buca di Beppo hosts events of all sizes and offers fourdifferent packages to choose from for groups of 20 or more. It’s the perfect setting for any group toexperience a fun, energetic and welcoming Italian family style dinner. Buca di Beppo also caters — aperfect fit for business and social events of all sizes. 80 W. Green St., Pasadena (626) 792-7272 bucadibeppo.com

CAMP SHI’INICamp Shi'ini is a five-week Native American-themed day camp in Pasadena’s Arroyo Seco. Activitiesinclude horseback riding, fishing, archery, swimming, hiking, Indian crafts, athletics, and a month-longtreasure hunt. Campers are picked up from home in brand new camp vans. Since 1947, Camp Shi'inihas been the “ultimate camping experience” in the greater Pasadena area. We pride ourselves onenthralling adventures, which captivate the hearts and imaginations of our campers each summer. Camp Shi’ini, 1613 Chelsea Road, No. 279, San Marino. Call (626) 922-0945 campshi-ini.com.

CATALINA ISLAND CAMPSSnorkel through sunlit kelp beds. Paddle along the rocky coastline with sea lions and pelicans. Hikeinto the island wilderness only 26 miles from one of the largest cities in America. There is no end tothe fun, friends and activities. Our counselors are carefully selected, trained and supervised to beexceptional role models for your camper. The camp staff brings energy, fun and friendship to everycamper, everyday. Join us this summer for your next adventure! catalinaislandcamps.com (626) 296-4040

CHILD EDUCATIONAL CENTERThe Child Educational Center offers a wide variety of summer camp experiences that are sure to meetyou and your child’s ideas of summer fun! Summer exploration camp has a different theme eachweek and includes field trips, swimming and special guests. Our partnership with Altadena Stablesand Descanso Gardens continues with two weeks of Horse Camp and three weeks of DescansoDiscoveries. Adventure Zone will peak your older child's interest with trips to amusement parks, bikeriding on the beach and more. 140 Foothills Blvd., La Canada Flintridge. (818) 354-3418 ceconline.org

CLAIRBOURN’S SUMMER ADVANTAGE PROGRAMNow enrolling preschoolers through eighth-graders for summer learning! The morning Preschool and thehalf or full day Kindergarten Programs are designed to help young people be confident, successfullearners. The 1st-8th Grade Advantage Program also offers over 45 academic, developmental, andcreative workshops between 9:00-3:00. Give your child an advantage today! Register by May 18, 2012. http://tinyurl.com/SummerNow

COLEMAN CHAMBER MUSIC ASSOCIATIONAlice Coleman founded a series of concerts in 1904 to share the intimacy and immediacy ofchamber music with her adopted community, Pasadena. Many thousands have since enjoyed theseconcerts, which today bear her name. The new 109th season of Coleman Concerts features suchpearls of the repertoire as two of Beethoven’s great “Rasumovsky” quartets, Stravinsky’s L’Histoire duSoldat and The Rite of Spring , plus works by Mozart, Poulenc, Prokofiev, Schumann, and others. Call (626) 793-4191.

DESTINATION SCIENCE CAMP Pasadena, La Canada, Glendale. Ages 5 to 11. Each weeklong topic includes 20 hands-on scienceactivities that are yours to take home, plus fun games & great teachers. 2012 Topics: Crazy CoasterScience & Sea-fari Park, Robo-Dragon Extreme Techno Challenge, Rocket Powered Mars Expeditionand Wild Extreme Physics Fun! Special Offers Enroll in May & Save $10/week!, Enroll in 3 or 4sessions & save an additional $10 each week, Siblings save additional $5/week. (888) 909-2822 DestinationScience.org

DR. MARILYN MEHLMAUER Having smooth, youthful skin is the first step to feeling great about your appearance. Dr. MarilynMehlmauer offers a wide variety of solutions for any problem areas on your face. Whether you havelines, wrinkles or acne, we have a remedy to restore the elasticity and refine the appearance of yourskin. Visit us and explore our facial rejuvenation treatment options. Schedule your consultation today by calling (626) 585-9474.

DRUCKER SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENTThe Drucker School of Management in Claremont offers a world-class graduate managementeducation through our MBA, Executive MBA, Financial Engineering and Arts Management degreeprograms. Our programs infuse Peter Drucker’s principle of management as a liberal art along withour core strengths in strategy and leadership. We offer individualized, flexible course scheduling, aninnovative curriculum focusing on values-based management, and the opportunity to learn fromworld-renowned faculty. To learn more, visit drucker.cgu.edu.

EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOLSince 1943, Emmaus Lutheran School has nurtured students with rigorous academic standards andChristian-based life skills o produce well-rounded students whose academic careers hold no limits.Our graduates go on to schools including John Hopkins University, West Point and USC. Before- andafter-school care, sports, student government. Field trips, music, aer, and SMALL CLASSES andINDIVIDUALISED CARE help students become anything that they want to be. Join the Emmaus family! Visit our Web site: emmauslutheranchurch.org or visit 840 S. Almansor St., Alhambra, CA 91801.(626) 289-3662

FOOTHILL MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICTFoothill Municipal Water District, on January 1, 1953, officially joined the Metropolitan Water District ofSouthern California making water from the Colorado River and eventually from the California StateWater Project available to the Foothills. The District is one of Metropolitan’s 26 member agencies andprovides more than 60 percent of the water used in the service area. The District coversapproximately 22 square miles and has a population of about 88,000 people. PO Box 686/ 4563 Hampton Road, La Canada Flintridge, www.fmwd.com

GERRISH SWIM AND TENNIS CLUB Swim America Programs are all taught by members of the American Swimming Coaches Association,who are certified swimming instructors and experts in the proper development of stroke technique.Does your child deserve less than the best? We teach your child to swim like a pro with experttechnique from the very first day in the water. Gerrish Swim and Tennis Club, 2713 New York Drive, Pasadena. Visit teamunify.com.


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canyon, and about two miles up, you’ll see the foundation of an old cabin.Great view.

EATON CANYONYou get to the trail entrance for Eaton Canyon via Pinecrest Drive, offAltadena Drive. Park where you can on the street. You can hike up the Mt.Wilson toll road about three miles to Henniger Flats, a great destinationwith a sprawling campsite, a nursery and a little museum. You can spendthe night there, too. If it’s a very hot day, you’d be better off traveling earlyin the morning or in the cool of the afternoon. You could also hike furtherup the trail to Idlehour Camp and even further up the trail to Mt. Wilson.

From the trail entrance, the Eaton Canyon Falls are also a populardestination, just a mile or so north of the white bridge. If you go to viewthe falls, stay along the river and please don’t be tempted to climb up onthe crumbly cliffs. Hikers are killed or injured all the time when theyattempt to scale the sides of the falls.

Also note: The Eaton Canyon waterfalls is in the Angeles National Parkand is not part of the jurisdiction of the Eaton Canyon Park and NaturalArea located off Altadena Drive.

COBB ESTATEDrive to the top of Lake Avenue and park where you can. Hike behind thewrought iron gates and you can stroll around the large flatlands, an oldestate now full of native plants and some surviving ornamentals.

From here, you can also travel east and take the switchbacks for aboutthree miles through chaparral to the historic site of Echo Mountain, wherethere was once a popular resort more than 70 years ago.

MILLARD CANYONFrom Loma Alta Drive in Altadena, drive up Chaney Trail to the highpoint, and then drive down into the river bottom. You can park and hikeupstream (to the waterfall) or downstream, where you can view old cabinsand a great selection of native plants. This is a pleasant spot to spend asummer day, though parking is limited.

ARROYO SECOThere are countless spots along the Arroyo Seco where you can go on shortor long walks. If you’re unfamiliar with the Arroyo Seco, it’s where JPL islocated at the base of the mountains, and it’s where the Rose Bowl islocated. Down by Dodger Stadium is where the Arroyo Seco flows into theLA River, a cement ditch at that point.

You can park around the Rose Bowl and hike as long as you wish up theeast or west side of the Arroyo Seco. There are horse trails on both sides,and though you’ll see plenty of people along the way, don’t underestimatesuch “backyard” walks. You’ll be surprised at how rich in details and plant

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hoping not to have to take out a loan for the joy of spending some time innature.

From Pasadena, there are plenty of trails and places to explore theoutdoors, all more or less within a 45-minute drive, depending on whereyou live. And yes, while you could just “go anywhere,” I recommend thatyou at least get a trail book or map and do a bit of map exploring first.

Let’s begin with all the foothill trails, starting east in Sierra Madre.

CHANTRY FLATSDrive all the way up Santa Anita Avenue, through Arcadia and SierraMadre, up to Chantry Flats. On weekends, this is one of the most popularplaces in the local mountains, so see if you can get there during the week.You can hike down into the canyon and see some of the century-oldcabins, then hike up to the Sturtevant waterfall, approximately a mile and ahalf. This is a wonderful hike. In fact, if you are prepared for a longer hike,you could follow the Gabrielino Trail, which leads westward from the falls,back behind Mt. Wilson, and westward all the way to the Arroyo Seco(that’s not a day hike).

LITTLE SANTA ANITA CANYONTravel north on Baldwin Avenue to Mira Monte Avenue (a block from thevery top) and turn right. Park wherever you can near Mt. Wilson TrailDrive then hike up Mt. Wilson Trail Drive. You’ll see the trail entrance.This is a steep trail in sections that offers a great view. There’s a place calledFirst Water, where you can go to the stream and relax, or just hike furtherup the trail until you find a spot where you want to rest before returninghome.

For a longer hike, continue up this trail, which eventually meets up withthe Mt. Wilson toll road. There you can hike to Mt. Wilson or back downinto Eaton Canyon.

BAILEY CANYON Drive north on Baldwin in Sierra Madre to Carter, go left and proceedabout a half-mile to Bailey Canyon Park. You could actually just strollaround this smallish park and have a good time. It’s been planted withmany of the native plants. You can hike up behind the dam into the


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life such walks can be. You’ll see areas you never knew existed before youslowed down and opened your eyes.

To get to the upper Arroyo, drive north on Lincoln Avenue, then west onAltadena Drive. Park wherever you can at the end of Altadena Drive (it’s aresidential area). Hike down the horse trail and head north. There’s a lot ofvariety as you hike north and numerous side trails you could take for littleexploratory diversions.

If you are prepared and you have the time, you could hike deep into theAngeles National Forest. In fact, this is the west end of the GabrielinoRecreational Trail, which can eventually take you all the way to ChantryFlats after 28 miles of hiking.

ANGELES CREST HIGHWAYFrom the Foothill (210) Freeway, exit on Angeles Crest Highway and headnorth. After about 10 miles or so, you’ll get to Angeles Forest Highway. Ifyou travel up Angeles Forest Highway, the terrain will start to look morelike a desert and there are a few turnoffs where you can hike or camp.

At the juncture of Angeles Forest Highway and Angeles Crest Highway,you can park and hike up to the old fire lookout at Josephine Peak. There’sno structure at the very top, but it’s an enjoyable hike on a trail that offersmany high elevation vistas.

You could also continue up Angeles Crest Highway to Red Box, whereyou can visit the Haramokna Indian Center on weekends. A quarter mileup the road, toward Mt. Wilson, is the beginning of the trail to Mt.Disappointment, but it’s easy to miss, so watch your odometer.

ORCAS PARKDrive west on the 210 and exit on Osborne in Lake View Terrace. This isbarely a 30-minute drive west of Pasadena. Go north on Osborne, then easton Foothill Boulevard until you come to the entrance of Orcas Park. Parkin the parking area and then you can explore the entire wash, which is partof the Hansen Dam area. You could actually have an invigorating, thoughflat, hike by doing a perimeter walk around this basin.

URBAN WALKSYou don’t always need to be in the woods to enjoy a good walk. I havetaken many urban hikes in the Pasadena, Altadena, Sierra Madre, SanMarino and surrounding areas. Generally, I have driven to an area andthen hiked in a four-or five-square-block area. Just try it and discover thehidden urban wilderness right under your nose. You’ll see homes you nevernoticed before and unique flora (and maybe even fauna) that’s so commonhere.

BOOKGet a book or map before you go and study the trails and your options. Istrongly recommend John Robinson’s “Trails of the Angeles” for the localtrails mentioned here.

NOTESAlways go prepared when you take a hike. Dress comfortably for theseason, with a hat if necessary. Carry water, since many of the trail sitesdon’t have any. And I strongly recommend you carry some simpleemergency survival gear, such as a knife, a fire starter, a cell phone andfirst-aid kit. ■

Christopher Nyerges, author of “Enter the Forest,” “How to Survive Anywhere” and otherbooks, teaches survival skills and hiking at Pasadena City College. He also conductsyear-round wild food and self-reliance field trips through the School of Self-reliance.Contact him at PO Box 41834, Eagle Rock, CA 90041, or ChristopherNyerges.com.





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CAL PHIL AT SANTA ANITA PARK285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia(626)300-8200

WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles(213) 972-3550

THE OLD MILL 1120 Old Mill Road, San Marino (626) 449-5458Calphil.orgJune 30 & July 14 & July 28 & Aug. 11 & Aug. 25 – Festival on the GreenJuly 1 & July 15 & July 29 & Aug. 12 & Aug. 26 – Walt Disney Concert HallTBA – The Old Mill

PASADENA SYMPHONY & POPS 117 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena(626) 793-7172 pasadenasymphony-pops.orgAll concerts on the lawn adjacent to Rose BowlJune 16 – They’re Playing Our Song with Lucie Arnaz & Robert KleinJuly 21 – Michael Feinstein in ConcertAug. 18 – La Dolce Vita with pop opera group PoperazziSept. 8 – Gershwin on the Green with Kevin Cole

SUMMER JAZZ SERIES AT DESCANSO GARDENS1418 Descanso Drive, La Canada Flintridge (818) 949-4200descansogardens.org

GRAND PERFORMANCES 350 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles(213) 687-2159Grandperformances.org

LEVITT PAVILION85 E. Holly St., Pasadena (Memorial Park) (626) 683-3230Levittpavilionpasadena.org

BOSTON COURT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena(626) 683-6883

Bostoncourt.comMay 18 – Piano Spheres: Playingto the Left with Mark RobsonMay 19 – The Virtuoso MarimbaJune 1 – Piano Spheres: The ZenPianist with Vicki RayJune 9 – Sandra Tsing Loh’s“Music for a Ten Minute Opera”Aug. 24 – Piano Spheres: TwoSides of Cages Coin: A Celebration of the 100th Birthday of JohnCage with Gloria ChengAug. 25 – A Connoisseurs Guide to Folksong with Grant Gershon

HOLLYWOOD BOWL2301 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles(323) 850-2058Hollywoodbowl.comJune 22 – Opening Night at the BowlJune 24 – Glen Campbell: The Goodbye Tour with Jackson BrowneJuly 2 & July 3 & July 4 – July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with Barry Manilow July 27 & July 28 & July 29 –“The Producers” play by Mel Brooks withAll-star cast TBAAug. 1 – The Neville Brothers Farewell TourAug. 3 & Aug. 4 & Aug. 5 – Pixar in Concert, with the HollywoodBowl Orchestra playing the best-loved scores from the animatedgiant’s filmsAug. 7 – Dudamel Conducts Yo-Yo MaAug. 11 – An Evening with Liza MinnelliAug. 30 & Sept. 1 – John Williams: Maestro of the MoviesSept. 14 & Sept. 15 & Sept. 16 – Fireworks Finale with The BrianSetzer OrchestraSept. 22 – Sing-A-Long Sound of MusicSept. 29 – Totally ‘80s Hollywood Bowl with The Go-Go’s, The Psyche-delic Furs, The Motels & Bow Wow Wow ■

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FROM A SEA OF COOKIE-CUTTER FILMS COME 10 FRESH IDEASBy Carl Kozlowski

THINK THE BUFFOONS RUNNING FOR OFFICE THESE DAYS AREtotally hopeless? Imagine having to pick between Will Ferrell and ZachGalifianakis while deciding who you want as your senator — a choice offeredto comedic effect in “The Campaign” (Aug. 10).

Looking for outrageous premises in your films? Well, how about a moviein which a teddy bear comes to life — not as a sweet and cuddly friend forkiddies, but as a drinking, swearing, pot-smoking sex machine that serves asyour id gone wild? Then head to see “Ted” (July 13), the live-action debutfeature from writer-director Seth MacFarlane, creator of FOX TV’s animatedhit “Family Guy.”

Or what if your kid went missing with her boyfriend and you rounded upa posse that included Bill Murray, Bruce Willis, Frances McDormand andEdward Norton to go find them?

These are just three of the promising films being shipped to theaters thissummer, the hottest movie-going season of the year. Yet, while countlessother movies will offer mindless escape over the next three months (here’slooking at you, “Battleship”) or are hopelessly rehashed takes on the sameold ideas like “The Amazing Spider-Man,” a new take on the Spider-Mancomics coming out July 13, launching just five years after the last “Spider-Man” trilogy ran its course in theaters.

Here are seven more films that seem to break the mold and offer a Top 10of Originality this summer, in order of their scheduled release:

1.) “The Dictator” (May 16): After duping stupid Americans intobelieving (and participating in) ridiculously raunchy behavior with “Borat”and “Bruno,” British comic genius Sacha Baron Cohen is making his firsttruly narrative and fictional American film with this one. He plays aGadhafi-style dictator of a fictional Middle Eastern country who inadver-tently raises hell when he comes to the US for a diplomatic visit andproceeds to smash his way through our system of customs and laws — whilealso falling in love with a highly liberal woman (Anna Faris) who clearlywon’t be part of his 72-virgin harem upon death.

2.) “Moonrise Kingdom” (May 25): After making a brilliant foray into stop-motion animation with “The Fantastic Mr. Fox,” quirky director Wes Andersonreturns with a live action film that looks to continue his string of uniqueclassics, such as “The Royal Tenenbaums” and “Rushmore.” In this one, anothergreat ensemble cast — including Anderson vet Bill Murray as well as Andersonfirst-timers Edward Norton and Bruce Willis — shines while teaming up tocatch a preteen couple that’s run away from summer camp together.

TEN TITANS OF SUMMER

THE DICTATOR

MOONRISE KINGDOM ROCK OF AGES

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GOODMAN FAMILY DAYCAREJacqueline Goodman is the proud owner of the Goodman Family Day Care Preschool, which servesthe San Marino and Pasadena area. In 2010, her program was named "The Best Preschool Day Carein Pasadena" in the Pasadena Weekly. She has volunteered and served in her community most of herlife serving as church Bible school teacher, PTA member, Girl Scout Troop assistant leader, NationalCharity League board member, working with the homeless, with senior citizen programs and on theJunior League of Pasadena, and this is a short list of accomplishments! Call Jacqueline for more information on her Summer Camp Program at (626) 578-1815.

HIGH POINT ACADEMYHigh Point Academy will be offering a number of enrichment classes, including edible art, classicAmerican cinema, community action, mock trial, rock climbing, forensic science, time traveladventures, drama, cooking, puppetry, woodworking, photography, jewelry, sports and more! Oursummer school continues to offer options for incoming kindergarteners during the summer. High Point Academy, 1720 Kinneloa Canyon Road, Pasadena. Call (626) 798-8989 or visithighpointacademy.org

INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ADVANCEMENTIEA is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting our nation's most talented young people inpursuing their full academic and personal potential while promoting academic rigor, high standards,excellence in the arts and educational innovation. IEA initiatives foster intellectual curiosity, theacquisition of knowledge, confidence, creativity, responsibility and moral decisiveness. The followingprograms are available: Apprenticeship Program, Caroline D. Bradley Scholarship, IEA/h-bar Academy& Yunasa Summer Camp for the Gifted. (High Potential Pre-School Program is currently indevelopment). Visit www.educationaladvancement.org for more information on these and other programs and services.

THE INSTITUTE FOR GIRLS’ DEVELOPMENTAn empowering summer of workshops for girls and young women! Mind, Body, Spirit, Friendship(Grades 3-5): Fun art, dance & skills! Be R.E.A.L. (Relationships: Extraordinary, Authentic, Loving):Middle school girls gain great friendship tools. Teen SoulCollage®: Foolproof creativity in authenticself-expression. Teen Writers Workshop: Nobody will believe it until you write it. Teen Yoga &Mindfulness: De-stress your body & brain. Workshops take place in our beautiful historic building, offof the 210 freeway on the edge of old Town. 95 N. Marengo Ave., Ste. 100, Pasadena 91101. (626) 585-8075, ext 108.www.InstititueForGirlsDevelopment.com

JOY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOLJoy Christian Preschool has open enrollment year round for 2 year olds to kindergarten. Our summerprogram is from June to Aug. Our hours of operation all year are Monday to Friday 6:30am to6:00pm. We look forward to hearing from you. 425 N. Sierra Madre Villa Ave. Pasadena (626) 795-4608 www.JoyChristianPreschool.org

JUSTINE SHERMAN & ASSOCIATES, INC.Justine Sherman & Associates serves the speech-language and educational needs of individualsthroughout the greater San Gabriel Valley community. We design customized treatment plans withpersonalized measurable goals achieved through individual therapy sessions or classes conductedby our certified and licensed speech-language pathologists and supervised aids. Our collaborativerelationship with families, educators and health care professionals ensures the best opportunity forclient success and supports our philosophy of holistic treatment.www.justineshermanslp.com or (626)355-1729

KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUMKidspace Children’s Museum proudly presents the Grand Opening of Physics Forest, July 12, 2012.Physics Forest is Kidspace’s largest expansion since opening the new space in 2004. Explore thisoutdoor, interactive world of physics, featuring 13 new and exciting hands-on exhibits, designed toinspire children to be the innovators and creators of tomorrow. From ball drop launchers, giant levers,and swiveling kaleidoscopes, there will be activities to touch, teach, and ignite children’s love of science.At Kidspace Children’s Museum, discover science, explore nature, create art - your adventure awaits!Kidspace Children’s Museum, 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena. Call (626) 449-9144 or visitkidspacemuseum.org.

LA CAÑADA PREPARATORY La Cañada Preparatory focuses on each student’s needs through an individualized curriculum. Lowteacher-to-student ratios have led to outstanding results with students learning at an acceleratedpace. Classroom work is accompanied by enrichment programs that include art, music, Spanish,computer science, physical education and the performing arts. Each campus features a state-of-the-art computer lab along with a fully equipped art room.La Cañada Preparatory, 4490 Cornishon Ave., La Cañada Flintridge. Visit thelearningcastle.com.

LA MUSIC ACADEMYFounded in 1996, the LA Music Academy College of Music is regarded as one of the premiere musicschools in the world for students who desire an intimate and friendly, yet serious and rigorouscontemporary music education. Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, theschool offers AA degrees and diplomas in music production (music producer major) and musicperformance for drums, bass, vocals or guitar (guitar performance major and artist developmentemphasis). LA Music Academy, 370 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena. Visit lamusicacademy.edu or call (626) 568-8850 or (800) 960-4715 (US only).

LINEAGE PERFORMING ARTS CENTERLineage Performing Arts Center (LPAC) is a community hub offering specialized dance classes,theatre, music and dance performances, fundraising events, film screenings and more. LPAC is hometo the Lineage Dance Company, a contemporary dance company dedicated to raising support andawareness for nonprofit organizations and making the arts accessible to all. Join us all summer forspecial classes, events and performances for the whole family! LPAC is at 89 S. Fair Oaks, Pasadena. Call (626) 844-7008 or visit www.lineagedance.org.

LOS ANGELES CHILDREN’S CHORUSLos Angeles Children’s Chorus provides quality choral music instruction to young people ages 6-18.Check out what LACC is all about at an OPEN HOUSE on April 28th, 11am-12pm, and experience theConcert Choir at a free SOUTH AFRICA TOUR SEND-OFF CONCERT on July 1st, 7pm. Also in July, LACC

offers First Experiences in Singing—a small group class in vocal and musical development for ages 6-7. 585 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, 91101, www.lachildrenschorus.org, (626) 793-4231.

MARANATHA HIGH SCHOOLOne summer … 3 great programs! Sharpen your academic or athletic skills, or pursue your dream ofperforming on Broadway! Maranatha High School is offering 3 diverse programs for students 4th – 12thgrade. Summer Academy (grades 7-12) offers a variety of academic courses. Challenge Camps (grades4-9) help kids develop their athletic skills while training with high school coaches. “So You Wanna Go toBroadway” gives students (grades 7-9) the chance to audition and appear in a theatrical performance. For information, visit www.maranatha-hs.org/summer.

OJAI WINE FESTIVALCome soak in the beauty of Lake Casitas while participating in one of the most enjoyable winefestivals in California on Sunday, June 10, at the Ojai Wine Festival. Wine and beer tasting, food, livemusic and dancing, arts and crafts vendors, free boat rides, a premiere Wine by the Glass Lounge anda silent wine auction are just some of the fun you can experience at our 26th annual event. Visit ojaiwinefestival.com.

PASADENA CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKETTuesdays — Villa Parke CenterSaturdays — Victory ParkEnjoy fresh local fruits, vegetables and farm products! If you have never been to a Farmers Market, youare in for a real treat. You'll love the experience of buying directly from the farmer that grows the food.What you'll love even more is the fresh, delicious taste of locally grown, nutritious fruits, vegetables andfarm products. Our certified vendors only sell what they grow. Or, to put it another way, they won't sell youanything that they did not grow. You know where your food came from and who grew it for you! Themarket is cash only, and we accept EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer). Open rain or shine. Call (626) 449-0179 or visit pasadenafarmersmarket.org.

PASADENA DANCE THEATREPasadena Dance Theatre offers two summer intensive programs. From June 11-22, PDT’s AdvancedIntensive is a pre-professional program designed for serious dance students ages 14-18. Students areadmitted by audition only. From July 2-27, the Conservatory Intensive is for students between 8-18years of age with varying technical levels. PDT’s faculty is comprised of experienced professionalswith years of teaching experience. Curriculum includes: hip-hop, ballet, jazz, Pilates, pointe,contemporary, repertoire, and, classical ballet and Ballet for Boys. Visit: www.pasadenadance.org or call (626) 683-3459.

PASADENA LANGUAGE CENTER Learn Arabic, Armenian, ASL, Cantonese, Chinese, Croatian, Danish, Dutch, Farsi, French, German,Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Nepali, Norwegian,Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish, Tagalog, Thai and Vietnamese. We offersmall group classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced students. Our language programsinclude weekly and weekend immersion lessons or private instruction. Our classes are affordable soanyone can learn a new language. Pasadena Language Center, 46 Smith Alley, Suite 240, Pasadena. Call (626) 844-5003 or visitpasadenalanguage.com.

PASADENA PUBLIC LIBRARYSpend your summer at the library! We have something for all ages from storytimes for little ones toactivities for children, teens, adults and families. Our annual Summer Reading Club for children andteens runs from June 9 to August 4. Going on a road trip? Check out our eBook and audio bookselection. Taking a staycation? Pick up a DVD from our Media Box to enjoy at home. Visit www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net.

PEANUT GALLERY IMPROVThis is your opportunity to break out of your shell, and participate in classes that are more fun thanyou can imagine! PGI is a space where adults and kids develop skills in the performing arts whichinclude improv, acting, voice, and music. If you've never performed on stage before or you're aseasoned professional, try one of these classes and you'll be wanting more! This program teacheskids anti-bullying techniques, self esteem and team building skills. Check out our website for ourcalendar of classes and summer camps. www.peanutgalleryimprov.com 626-453-6408. 3750 E. Foothill Blvd., Suite A, Pasadena.

PRO FITNESS NETWORKAt Pro Fitness Network we offer personal training and Pilates. Choose from one-on-one sessions orour lower priced small group sessions (with just 3 clients, for just $30 a session!). Your program isalways customized for your needs. We also offer weight loss, Acupuncture and massage. Ourmassage therapists specialize in techniques for the relief of muscle related pain such as sore back,frozen shoulder, chronic pain and sport injuries. We will work on your problem area to restore yourmuscles to optimal performance. Pro Fitness Network, 183 E. Glenarm Street # 101, 107 & 108, Pasadena, CA 91105. (626) 799-7243. www.profitnessnetwork.com

PROVIDENCE HIGH SCHOOLProvidence High School is located right next door to Providence St. Joseph Medical Center. We offer afull college prep program including, media, medical, and technology focus programs.PHS equips students with the self-confidence and perseverance to succeed academically andsocially. We are offering a summer program which includes academic and enrichment classes. Hereat PHS, you will find out what inspires you!Please contact Reece Talley for details at [email protected] (818) 846-8141 Ext. 406.

THE SECOND CITY HOLLYWOOD – SUMMER BOOT CAMPSpend part of your summer at The Second City Hollywood! Work out your creative energies, make newfriends, learn improv, sketch and musical improv, all while having loads of fun and laughs! Camp willtake place Monday through Friday 10:30am-4:30pm for three weeks with a performance on the lastday of camp. Tuition is $750 per camp and the start dates are: June-25th, July-16th and August-6th. (323) 464-8542 www.secondcity.com/hollywood

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PET FRIENDLY FUNTRAVELING WITH ANIMALS TAKES A LITTLE EXTRA PLANNING AND RESEARCH

By Jana J. Monji

Summer is upon us and traveling with pets takes alittle bit of extra planning. Some places are moredog-friendly than others, just as some pooches aremore welcome than others. Our two collies are car-trained, crate-trained and ready to roll with uswherever we go.

First, never ever leave your dog in the car on a hot, sunny day. Even withthe windows open, a dog left alone in a hot car can die from heat stroke. Thismeans someone has to be there to attend to your four-legged friend. But, thetruth is, you can’t take your fuzz ball everywhere.

If you’re alone, this may mean leaving some things like shopping for food ata grocery store or farmers market for cool, early morning hours or nighttime.



Never assume that your dog — even a lap dog in a carrying bag — iswelcome. It always surprises me that people audaciously bring their littlepooches into places like Nordstrom without a second thought. Don’t givedog owners a bad name. Dogs are usually welcome at your local pet stores,but not at all parks. Don’t be a road warrior. Your dog has needs, and if it getsrestless, find a place to park and take a stretch.

If you have a nervous animal, prepare now by enrolling in doggiesocialization classes and learn how to crate your pet. A dog that’s used tostrangers and strange situations around your home and the local park willdo much better than a dog that is regularly confined to a backyard. Our dogstake daily trips to the park and occasional forays to Caltech and other places.They are supposed to sit and stay when meeting people. The older dog haspassed his AKC Canine Good Citizen test.

At home, we have sturdy plastic crates. For travel, we invested incollapsible crates that pack easily in the back of our car. Collapsible crates aremade of tough canvas but might not be an option if you dog is a chewer. Ifyou have to leave your dog briefly in your hotel room, if it’s crated, you don’thave to worry about property destruction or a staff member inadvertentlyletting it out.

We also have our dogs trained to sit in the back of the car with their safetybelt/harness. Should there be an accident, you don’t want your dog thrown


We also have our dogs trainedto sit in the back of the carwith their safety belt/harness.Should there be an accident,you don’t want your dogthrown out of the car.

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out of the car. There are some safety devices for smaller dogs that functionmore like a cross between a child safety seat and a soft crate. I haven’t triedany of these, but that’s another option.

There are several Web sites that list dog-friendly hotels, motels, restaurantsand beaches, such as DogFriendly.com, BringFido.com, Petswelcome.comand GoPetFriendly.com. Be sure to check ahead, because some hotels onlyhave a few rooms available for dogs or have a weight restriction. There mightalso be an additional fee.

Then there’s misleading advertising. One boutique San Diego-countyhotel advertised a nature walk and acres of beautiful lawns. The nature trailwas a short 5-minute walk around their pool, and you couldn’t walk onthose open fields — by yourself or with your dog, unless you were golfing.

On the bright side, we found an extended stay hotel in Las Vegas that wasa short drive from the strip that had a nice lawn in the middle of thecomplex and was next door to a park on a road that wasn’t too busy. Motel 6and La Quinta are also two pet-friendly hotels, but what they offer can differdepending upon the location. ■



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SOUTHWEST CHAMBER MUSICGrammy® Award-winning Southwest Chamber Music presents its Summer Festival at TheHuntington. From July 14 – August 26, Saturday and Sunday evenings at 7:30pm, SCM offerslush programs under the summer stars, with French Impressionist and French-influencedcomposers, inspired by the 100th Anniversary of famous cookbook author and chef, Pasadena-born Julia Child. The Huntington Tea Room Executive Chef Jon Dubrick has prepared specialpre-concert dinner menus influenced by Julia's recipes or bring a picnic dinner. For more information and to order dinner and concert tickets visit www.swmusic.org or call(800)726-7147.

SPACE – SOUTH PASADENA ARTS CENTERChange your life today by exploring the world of art. Classes feature unique hands-on projects,experienced teachers and small class sizes. We offer workshops and classes for children andadults, including painting, drawing, collages, mixed media, ceramics, creative writing, photographyand more. The South Pasadena Arts Center is at 1506 Mission St., South Pasadena. For more information, call (626) 441-4788 or visit spaceartscenter.com.

SPARTAN ALLSTARS Spartan Allstars is a summer sports day camp held at La Canada High School in La Canada.Camp is designed to introduce a broad range of sports and activities to campers, teach childrenthe value of cooperative team sports, encourage individual excellence, and value the spirit ofhealthy competition and sportsmanship. Our expert staff will modify activities to enhance theindividual skill level of both the novice and seasoned camper. Camp is open to incoming 1st-6thgraders. The Junior Counselor program is available to 7th-9th graders who want to gain work andleadership experience while working alongside an expert coach. www.spartanallstars.com 818-445-8263

SUMMER ART ACADEMYCooking Camp returns to La Cañada High School this Summer! Starting June 18th, the CookingAcademy invites your kids to take an exciting culinary journey during our various one-week summerCooking Camp sessions, each taught by experienced Le Cordon Bleu trained chefs. Classes will fillquickly as it is our second year in La Cañada! This is also the first year that Cooking Camp is offeringclasses for adults on Friday and Saturday nights beginning June 22nd and 23rd. Enroll in both deliciousprograms online at summerartacademy.com and create a freshly baked family memory today! Call us at (866) 507-COOK for more information!

SUPERCAMP SuperCamp increases, grades, confidence & motivation. Academic pressure to stand out.Social pressure to fit in. It’s not easy being a teen. Bobbi DePorter created SuperCamp 30 yearsago to help kids succeed in learning and life. Straight A or struggling, kids build confidence andgrow. SuperCamp works. Parent Patty M. says, “We saw a jump in grades … the things shelearned about her worth are of lasting value.” Visit www.supercamp.com or call 1-800-285-3276.

TOM SAWYER CAMPSTom Sawyer Camps is one of the pioneers in youth camping in Southern California. The campmaintains the strong commitment that every child should experience carefree, constructiveactivities in the out-of-doors like Tom Sawyer and Becky Thatcher. Positive reinforcement fromcaring adults, the thrill of horseback riding and the chance to go out and get dirty are some ofthe reasons that thousands of children reflect upon their Tom Sawyer or Becky Thatcherexperience with food and happy memories. Visit tomsawyercamps.com or call (626) 794-1156.

WALDEN SCHOOLJoin us for an exciting summer of water play, obstacle courses, talent and fashion shows,crafts, pool parties, barbeques, science projects, and most thrilling of all, your very ownappearance in the Annual Walden Summer Camp Film. Students will explore, create, and learnwhile enjoying all of the summer activities that allow children to excel and grow in a nurturing,non-competitive atmosphere. At Camp Walden, a child's natural wonder is cultivated withcreative, child-led activities and projects. Campers will savor a meaningful summer experienceand craft extraordinary camp memories. For more information and to sign up, please visit www.waldenschool.net or call 626-792-6166



3.) “Rock of Ages” (June 15): The smash Broadway rock musical adaptedfor the big screen, this movie has a bevy of superstars stepping out of theircomfort zones (including Tom Cruise in assless chaps and Alec Baldwin in amullet) to sing the ’80s’ most ridiculous hair-metal classic tunes in the midstof a tale of stars rising and falling in the late-’80s LA music world.

4.) “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” (June 22): This is based on aridiculous bestselling book that mashed up historic fiction with a zombiehorror story, but I don’t know much about this one. The concept alonemakes this a must-see for me.

5.) “Savages” (July 6): Once-legendary, now-lame writer-director OliverStone (“Platoon,” “Wall Street”) hopes for a comeback with this sex, drugsand violence-laden Quentin Tarantino-style crime film based on a hit novelof Don Winslow. In it, two young California drug dealers launch a war on aMexican drug cartel led by Salma Hayek and Benicio del Toro after the cartelkidnaps a girlfriend of one of the dealers. That’s one girl who both guys areinvolved with, completely aware of the share. Told you this was out there.

6.) “Sparkle” (Aug. 17): This is the movie that Whitney Houston filmeda mere three months before her tragic February death. It’s a remake of a1976 cult classic, with Houston playing the protective mother of a youngrising singer (played by former American Idol winner Jordin Sparks) whilebattling her own demons of addiction. The parallels to Houston’s ownstruggles, combined with the curiosity factor of how Houston handledherself on-screen, will bring out plenty of curious viewers in addition togenuine Houston fans seeking one last chance to see her shine.

7.) And finally … “Expendables 2” (Aug. 17): Yes, I know I promised tofocus on original films instead of sequels, but as a red-blooded Americanmale, I have to mention this one. Sylvester Stallone follows up histriumphant 2010 action-fest, which had him sharing the big screen with hislegendary ’80s rivals, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bruce Willis, for the firsttime (albeit with both in mere cameos), with a new adventure that places allthree men squarely together in large ass-kicking roles. And as if that wasn’tfan boy heaven already, Stallone answers the complaints of the first film’sfans by adding Chuck Norris and Jean-Claude van Damme to a mix thatalready included Jason Statham, Jet Li and Dolph Lundgren.

Can a mere movie screen contain that much firepower? ■

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