First-Ever Gumby Fest to be Celebrated in Glendora June 14

             Two weeks from tomorrow, the inaugural Gumby Fest will be held June 14 on the grounds of Glendora City Hall and Glendora Library.

            Gumby, the world’s original clayboy and pop-culture legend who starred in more than 230 TV episodes and a movie, “grew up” in Glendora, where the iconic TV series was produced from 1960 to the late 1970s.

            The celebration of all-things Gumby, as well as stop motion animation including Davey & Goliath (also produced in Glendora) will take place 10 a.m.-4 p.m at the corner of Glendora Avenue and Foothill Boulevard.

            Among the free family fun at Gumby Fest 2014:

·        “Gumby Through the Years” presented by Joe Clokey, son of Gumby creator Art Clokey;

·        Gumby Museum with memorabilia provided by the Clokey family and Gumby studio Premavision, Inc.;

·        Film screenings of Gumby cartoons, as well as stop motion animation videos submitted to the festival;

·        A Kids’ Stop Motion Animation Studio conducted by animation artists from Stoopid Buddies Stoodios, home to the longest running stop motion show on television, Robot Chicken. Children will learn how to produce a stop motion video they can take home after the festival;

·        Panel discussions about the past, present and future of stop motion animation with representatives from Laika Studios, producers of ParaNorman and next September’s BoxTrolls, as well as “Meet Gumby’s Gang” -- many stop motion animators who worked with Art Clokey to produce Gumby;

·        Plenty of family activities, kids crafts, photo opportunities with Gumby, and more;

·        A Gumby Store, booths of various vendors and community organizations, and many food trucks.

      Gumby Fest is produced by the Glendora Chamber of Commerce, Glendora Community Services, Glendora Library, Glendora Rotary, and Premavision Inc.

      Several Glendora Village businesses are Gumby Fest sponsors including Undercovers Intimate Apparel, Southland Properties and Knot Too Shabby. 

       Other sponsors are A1 Rentals, City Ventures, The Glendora Library Friends Foundation, NJ Croce, Crazy Dog Ladies, Alta Pacific Bank, DZED System, Art 2 Ink, Inc., The Chalkmobile, Glendora Woman’s Club, TAS Advertising Specialists, and Kenton Koch Racing. 

      For more information, visit Gumbyfest.net

RPM Mortgage Hits a Home Run at Its Grand Opening

          RPM Mortgage, Inc., has moved to Glendora Village and is now located at 124 N. Glendora Ave., Suite 101.

           To celebrate the Grand Opening on Thursday May 15 Team RPM hit one out of the park with a baseball-themed party for Glendora Village business owners, Chamber of  Commerce members and referral partners.

           An estimated 125 guests attended the party that was staged in 100-degree-plus temperatures. Guests enjoyed BBQ hot dogs and sliders from the Corner Butcher Shop in La Verne and the RPM party guests were also able to shop at the Fiorina clothing store and received 20% off during the party hours.

Team RPM Mortgage-- from left to right: Sarena Talbert, Dan Ryan,
Joann Barbadillo, Lilly Suarez, Misty Sanchez, Jay Talbert,
 Janna Hirth, Gina Rodriguez, Julia Colosi,
Amada Sanchez, Jason Landes and Larry Davis.

           “We chose the baseball theme because RPM really has the bases covered regarding mortgages,” said Larry Davis, Branch Manager and Area Sales Manager.

About 125 guests attended  RPM Mortgage's
baseball-themed Grand Opening. 

           “We are so happy to be here in Glendora and look forward to reaching out and getting involved with the community. As we like to say, ‘Can do. Will do.’

           RPM Mortgage, Inc., is firmly rooted in the area and is committed to maintaining a community-oriented culture. Most of its staff lives in the area,and is happy to contribute to the community by enhancing their neighbors’quality of life by helping them achieve home ownership.

           RPM’s experienced, hands-on approach allows its staff members to successfully meet customers’ current financing needs and executes a successful transaction everytime. RPM Mortgage is a leading mortgage company because of its product diversity and proactive approach to lending, which is very important in the ever-changing mortgage industry.  

           For more information, call (626) 768-2486 or visit the offices at 124 N. Glendora Ave., Suite 101, Glendora, CA 91741.

ALSO . . .

We will not be posting this blog on Monday, due to the holiday. 

We wish you all safe, fun Memorial Day Weekend. 

Learn to 'Pack 'N Go' at Undercovers & Help Relay for Life

            Undercovers Intimate Apparel (207 N. Glendora Ave., Glendora, CA 91741, 626-963-7868) is taking reservations for its “Pack N' Go Fashion Show” for Relay for Life.

            Though the Relay for Life was this past weekend, here’s another chance to contribute to its fundraising efforts to find a cure for cancer.

            At the “Pack N' Go Fashion Show” on Saturday, May 23, 9-11 a.m., customers will be the first to see summer collections. Early morning nibbles and refreshments will be served.

            Along with the summer clothing preview, guests will learn  tips about planning and packing a summer travel wardrobe.

            Suggested donation is $10 (offset by a goodie bag) and door prizes are planned.

            15 percent of all sales that day will go to Relay for Life.

            To make a  reservation, call (626) 963-7868 or send an email to   undercoversintimateapparel@verizon.net (include your name, phone number for confirmation and the number of reservations to which you are committing.) 

AND FINALLY . . .

            Who can resist Circus Animal Cookie Ice Cream – and the perfect way to enjoy it is tomorrow, Two Scoop Tuesday, at Martha’s Candy.  Buy one scoop, get the second free!

Get scoopin!

Classic Coffee Hosts ‘Coffee With a Cop’ Event

            Here’s a way to get acquainted with members of the Glendora Police Department.

            “Coffee With a Cop” will be held next Wednesday, May 21, from 9-11 a.m. at Classic Coffee, 148 N. Glendora Ave., Glendora, CA 91741.

            Bring any questions you may have for a police officer, or any concerns you have about about your neighborhood. Or you may need some crime-related advice.

            All questions, comments and concerns are welcome.

            The casual atmosphere, great coffee and some good conversation may help.

            For more information call  Cpl. Celello at (626) 914-8250.

Relay for Life Also Helps Pasadena Humane Society
and Union Station Homeless Shelter

            Glendora Relay for Life – tomorrow through Sunday at Louis Pompeii Sports Park, 1100 N. Valley Center Ave., Glendora – is once again teaming up with the Pasadena Humane Society and the Union Station Homeless Center. 

            Everyone is encouraged to bring canned dog/cat food and canned (human) food on the day of the relay.

            These donations will be used in the Luminaria bags during the Luminaria ceremony.  They will then be donated to the Pasadena Humane Society and Union Station Homeless Center.

Men Can Refresh Their Wardrobe, Save Some $$$ at Andrews Inc.

            Andrews Inc. starts its H. Freeman custom tailored menswear event  starts next Saturday, May 17 and the savings continue through Saturday, May 22.

            You’ll take $200 off each suit or sport jacket and trouser you buy during this sale. It’s a great time to outfit upcoming graduates for their big day or to update your business wardrobe.

            Andrews Inc. has been the top haberdashery in this area for more than 40 years because its tailoring experts will ensure the perfect fit.

            Shoppers can also take advantage of the store’s Buy-3-Get-1-Free Gitman Bros. Custom Shirt Event to complete suit ensembles.

            The Gitman custom program allows customers to choose from dozens of beautiful fabrics from the world’s finest mills and create a shirt that is uniquely their own. They can simply select the fabric of their choice, body silhouette and the collar and cuff combination that works best for them and Andrews will take care of the rest.

            With Father’s Day next month, be sure to add to Dad’s Reyn Spooner collectible shirt collection. The Summer Commerative 2014 edition shirt can be found at Andrews, too. 

              Andrews Inc. is located at 111 N. Glendora Ave., Glendora, CA 91741. For more information, call (626) 914-1953. 

Not Too Late to Sign Up for Glendora’s Relay for Life

            Many Glendora Village businesses support the city’s Relay for Life and you can too by registering for the event that takes place Saturday May 17 and Sunday May 18 at Louie Pompeii Sports Park.

            For information about joining the Relay or donating click this link. 

            Communities around the world come together to honor cancer survivors, remember lost loved ones, and fight back against a disease that has already taken too much. The funds raised make a difference in the fight against cancer.

            Relay For Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running around a track or path at a local high school, park, or fairground. Events are up to 24 hours long, and because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times.

            The Schedule:

            9 a.m. Saturday: The Opening Ceremony brings everyone together for a high-energy event kickoff to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, to inspire hope by sharing recent accomplishments and progress, and to remind everyone that while we are winning this battle, fighting cancer is a year-round priority.

            9:30 a.m. Survivors Lap: During the Survivors Lap, upbeat music plays as all cancer survivors at the event take the first lap around the track cheered on by the other participants who line the track, celebrating their victory over cancer.

            8 p.m. Luminaria Ceremony: The Luminaria Ceremony is a time to remember people we have lost to cancer, to support people who currently have cancer, and to honor people who have fought cancer in the past. The power of this ceremony lies in providing an opportunity for people to work through grief and find hope.

            9 a.m. Sunday Fight Back: The Fight Back Ceremony symbolizes the emotional commitment we each make to the fight against cancer. The action we take represents what we are willing to do for ourselves, for our loved ones, and for our community to fight cancer year-round and to commit to saving lives.

            9 a.m. Closing Ceremony: The Closing Ceremony is a time to remember the lives of those lost and to celebrate that each of us has committed, through our participation in a Relay event, to fight back against this disease over the next year.

No Cinco de Mayo Plans? Enjoy Cuisines of the Foothills Tonight

             If you don't have any plans to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, tickets are still available at $25 each to attend Cuisines of the Foothills tonight at the Glendora Country Club. 

              Click here to order your tickets. 

              Enjoy the All You Can Eat & Drink taste event with foods from more than 20 restaurants, along with spirits and micro-brews. 

                 There will also be door prizes and opportunity drawings – including an iPad Mini, Tablet, San Dimas Rodeo Basket, Sailing Excursion, Police Ride A Long, Lunch with the Mayor and more fun.

                  For more information, click here. 

Learn More About Glendora Police Department atOpen House Next Saturday

            The Glendora Police Department will host an Open House on Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

            All the fun will be at the police station at 150 S. Glendora Ave., Glendora.

            There will be tours of the Police Department, free child fingerprinting, So. Cal. Jungle Reptiles, displays about police work, music, free hot dogs and much more.

            For more information, call (626) 914-8268.

Glendora Village Has Plenty of Mother's Day Gift Ideas

             Mother's Day is a week from this Sunday, and you can start your shopping this weekend in Glendora Village:

              Flowers: Glendora Florist (626-335-1943) and She's Florist (626-335-2034) are ready to take your order for beautiful arrangements.

              Candy: How about some sweets for your sweet lady.  Martha's Candy (626-335-0310) has plenty of choices (and sugar-free, too) to make Mom smile.

              Clothing/Accessories: There are eight women's clothing and accessories boutiques in Glendora Village for you to start shopping this weekend. Find them in the Glendora Village Business Directory. 

              Restaurants: Mother's Day is the busiest day of the year for restaurants. The Village has 13 restaurants with plenty of dining choices to offer, so we suggest reservations SOON. See the Business Directory above.

              Salons and Spas: Glendora Village has become a destination for beauty with its 16 salons and spas. Give Mom the gift of beauty and relaxation! You'll find them in the Business Directory.

               Jewelry: Six jewelry shops offer plenty of bling to make Mom feel extra special, and many will repair jewelry pieces she's treasured. See the Business Directory for more information.       

Chamber of Commerce Seeks Nominations

             Glendora Chamber of Commerce 2014 Business of the Year and New Member of the Year Award Nominations are now being accepted.

            The deadline for each is 5 p.m. Friday, May 16.

            Nominate a current Chamber member as Business of the Year or New Member of the Year by completing the form by clicking this link  and return it to the Chamber office no later than 5 p.m. on May 16. Applications can also be submitted via email at this address. You can also fill out the form and submit via the email link on the form.

            In order for your nomination to be considered you must include two specific examples of how the nominee exemplifies each of the selection criteria.

            The Judging Committee of the Glendora Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to determine if the nominee(s) meet the required criteria.

Another Knot Too Shabby Bazaar Tomorrow

            Knot Too Shabby’s Bazaar will be taking place again tomorrow at the corner of Bennett Avenue and Glendora Avenue. Owner Michele Rivard has had plenty of vendors apply to sell their wares Saturday, she said.

            The last bazaar will be held June 7. For more information, call Michele at (626) 914-1600.