It’s not a record breaker, but a sizable jackpot is up for grabs in tomorrow’s Mega Millions draw. The money pot for that lottery game is at $65 million. No one hit the double-M jackpot in last Tuesday’s draw. Those winning numbers: 1, 16, 24, 32, 48, and the Mega Ball 2.
The next draw is Friday, April 20 at 7:45 p.m.
Photo: FLLewis/Media City G -- Burbank Recycle Center 500 South Flower Street Burbank
The Burbank Recycle Center, over at 500 South Flower Street, is planning a fun-packed family fair for this Saturday, April 21. As you might expect, the team there will be offering environmentally helpful things like document shredding, mulch and compost giveaway, free reusable bags along with live music, food trucks, exhibits, cute animals to thrill the kids, face painting, games, and a ton of other stuff. It all starts at 11 a.m. and wraps up around 4 p.m. More details here.
Get ready for some spring sizzle — as in some very warm temps. The high is expected to be around 80 today, but by Saturday it could hit 95 in B-town! So break out the sunglasses, flip flops, and shorts. Time to groove in the sunshine.
Photo courtesy Guest Blogger Jean Youn
A plate or a bowl where food is put is called as a “Geu-reut” in Korean.
“Geu-reut” has a variety of names.
For example, we call it as “Bab (steamed rice) Geu-reut” if a bowl contains steamed rice which is the main staple for Koreans. If it holds soup (“Kook” in Korean), it is called as “Kook-Geu-reut.” Likewise, if bread (“Bbang” in Korean) is on it, it is called as “Bbang Geu-reut.” And If spaghetti is on it, it becomes as “Spaghetti Geu-reut.”
In other words, the name of “Geu-reut” is used not by itself, but with the things which are put in/on it.
Everybody has a mind. However, depending upon what is held in it, its name will be different.
It would be a lot more pleasant to experience the minds of others filled with love, challenge, hope, and gentleness than those with hatred, renunciation, despair, and anxiety.
Clothes may be the same. Don’t you think so?
The same clothes may look different according to the ways they are worn.
I plan to spend this week with my mind trying to fill my precious customers’ clothes with spring splendor.
I wish that you will have a week with a “Geu-reut” which is overflowing with wonderful spring air.
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Jean Youn is the owner of Value Village Cleaners at 912 West Glenoaks Boulevard in Glendale 91202. For details on services, coupons and more, check out the Value Village Cleaners website here .
Photo: FLLewis/Media City G -- Members of the Buffalo Bills Wild West Show took part in Burbank on Parade in Burbank April 14, 2012
A special slide show of last Saturday’s terrific Burbank on Parade is now in the middle column of this website. The SnapShots feature displays highlights — more than 70 photos of the parade action and the parade goers. Check it out.
The dreaded tax deadline is here. You have until midnight to get those 2011 tax forms finished and either e-filed or in the mail. If you plan on dropping your tax returns off at a U.S. Post Office after normal hours may sure you do so at a location that has extended hours today, therefore, providing that all important April 17 postmark. You can check the USPS website to find a post office staying open late on tax day.
Also for those rushing to complete their tax forms, the Internal Revenue Service warns you to be careful — make sure your figures are correct and if using a paper return that they are mailed to the proper address. For more information on filing your tax return and answers to the most common tax questions click over to www.irs.gov .
Photo: Rodrigo Pena/Freelance Photog/pe.com -- Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg performed at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio April 15, 2012
Thousands of music fans got a treat last night when Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg took to the stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival out in the desert town of Indio. Inland Empire music reporter, Vanessa Franko, says it was a huge set, which will be remembered and talked about for a good while. The rap/hip hop legendary duo wrapped the first weekend of Coachella. Check out Franko’s blog reports. Also, more photos here.
Photo: FLLewis/Media City G -- Downtown Burbank ARTS Festival drew a crowd on its opening day April 14, 2012
Art lovers and the curious were drawn to a blocked-off section of San Fernando Boulevard, between Olive Avenue and Magnolia Boulevard, for the biannual Downtown Burbank ARTS Festival, yesterday. The two-day event wraps up today at 5 p.m. I dropped by and was impressed with the number of talented artists who displayed their work and took time to chat with festival visitors.
Photo: FLLewis/Media City G -- Street painter Theresa Knopf Morgan demonstrated her talent at the Downtown Burbank ARTS Festival in Burbank April 14, 2012
Veteran street painter, Theresa Knopf Morgan, began her creation at 8:30 a.m. Saturday morning. It was after 1 p.m. when I took the above photo. Morgan says she loves “bold color” and begins with a sketch then fills in the image using “… chalk and soft pastels.”
Photo: Artist Beth Ashley displayed her paintings at the Downtown Burbank ARTS Festival in Burbank April 14, 2012
Artist Beth Ashley is a Southland native, but she has been inspired greatly by her six year stay in Colombia, South America. Ashley has been painting for 15 years and specializes in capturing the details and artistry of windows and doors. For an entertainment look at her work, check out Ashley’s website.
Photo: FLLewis/Media City G -- Alumni of Burbank High School and John Burroughs High School marched in the Burbank on Parade in Burbank April 14, 2012
Oops. The marchers are alumni from both Burbank High School and John Burroughs High School. Burbank on Parade. A wonderful display of city pride and fun. More details and photos to come.
Photo: FLLewis/Media City G - Burbank on Parade sign in George Izay Park 111 West Olive Avenue Burbank
Rain or shine, Burbank on Parade is set to roll at 11 a.m. along a stretch of Olive Avenue between Keystone and Lomita streets tomorrow morning. “The World of Aviation and Its Heroes” is the theme. The grand marshals are two Southland aviation pioneers, Bob Gilliland and Clay Lacy. There will be the usual floats, marching bands, and equestrian units. Burbank on Parade is organized by a committee of volunteers. The Bob Hope Airport is the presenting sponsor.
After the parade, at George Izay Park, there will be a special drawing for a chance to win two JetBlue round trip tickets valued at $1,700.
For more information click over to the Burbank on Parade website or call the BOP Hotline at( 818) 736-7972.
Final preparations are underway for the Downtown Burbank ARTS Festival this weekend, which is going to be huge! Nearly 100 artists and street painters are scheduled to show-off their best between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 14 and 15, along a four block stretch of San Fernando Boulevard between Magnolia Boulevard and Olive Avenue in downtown. More than 25,000 people are expected to attend. The event is free and open to the public.
Artists will be displaying thousands of paintings, sculptures, and photographs as well as handmade jewelry, fine glass, ceramics, and woodwork. Also, featured will be eight of Southern California’s most talented street painters who, “bring art to life on on asphalt and concrete.” The way it works is the street artist creates “… ”…visual art on paved urban surfaces using non-permanent materials such as chalk and soft pastels. Sometimes called Madonarii, it is an art form dating to the Italian Renaissance when itinerant artists often created images of the Madonna. Today’s street painters treat a variety of subjects, from classical paintings to abstract art and their own creations,” according to a press release from the Downtown Burbank Partnership.
This is a biannual event put on by the Downtown Burbank Partnership, a nonprofit corporation that manages the downtown area, and the West Coast Artists. For more information, click over to the Downtown Burbank Partnership website.
Rain rolling through the Southland today. A downpour hammered Burbank around 7 this morning. Showers are predicted for the Media City through mid-day with more heavy rain possible. Partly cloudy skies expected this afternoon — but showers remain in the forecast through Friday. The high near 60 in B-town today. It will be windy at times as well. Hold tight to that umbrella and be careful out there.
Photo: Pete Souza/White House -- President Obama did some push ups as part of a "Shoot for Strength" game at the Easter Roll 2012 at the White House April 9, 2012
President Obama was prompted to drop to the court and do some push ups, after a member of the famous Harlem Globetrotters made a hoop shot at the 134th annual Easter Egg Roll at the White House yesterday. It was part of a “Shoot for Strength” game where kids were encouraged to do push ups every time one of the Globetrotting pros made a basket. The president showed he was game — by doing some of the push ups.
More than 30, 000 people from 50 states reportedly attended the event on the south lawn of the White House. The theme was, “Let’s Go, Let’s Play, Let’s Move,” and the activities included tennis, yoga, a dance party, and cooking demonstrations as well as basketball.
For millions of Americans, this weekend is a time to celebrate redemption at God’s hand. Tonight, Jews will gather for a second Seder, where they will retell the story of the Exodus. And tomorrow, my family will join Christians around the world as we thank God for the all-important gift of grace through the resurrection of His son, and experience the wonder of Easter morning.
These holidays have their roots in miracles that took place thousands of years ago. They connect us to our past and give us strength as we face the future. And they remind us of the common thread of humanity that connects us all.
For me, and for countless other Christians, Easter weekend is a time to reflect and rejoice. Yesterday, many of us took a few quiet moments to try and fathom the tremendous sacrifice Jesus made for all of us.Tomorrow, we will celebrate the resurrection of a savior who died so that we might live.
And throughout these sacred days, we recommit ourselves to following His example. We rededicate our time on Earth to selflessness, and to loving our neighbors. We remind ourselves that no matter who we are, or how much we achieve, we each stand humbled before an almighty God.
Christ’s triumph over death holds special meaning for Christians. But all of us, no matter how or whether we believe, can identify with elements of His story. The triumph of hope over despair. Of faith over doubt. The notion that there is something out there that is bigger than ourselves.
These beliefs help unite Americans of all faiths and backgrounds. They shape our values and guide our work. They put our lives in perspective.
So to all Christians celebrating the Resurrection with us, Michelle and I want to wish you a blessed and Happy Easter. And to all Americans, I hope you have a weekend filled with joy and reflection, focused on the things that matter most. God bless you, and may God bless the United States of America.
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A website set up by Harley-Davidson is breaking down that stereotype about motorcycle riders. Not all are men. Some are hard riding, fun loving women. There are inspirational stories by women about why they ride on the site. Photos as well.
“Women who ride Harley-Davidson motorcycles – and those who are passionate about learning – have amazing stories of empowerment to share,” said Amanda Lee, Manager of Public Relations Outreach for Harley-Davidson, in a PRnewswire release.
They’re also looking for more stories from females who love to ride and those looking to learn. For more check out the Buzz Wall at Harley-davidson.com/voices .
Some of those hard working employees at the Internet giant Yahoo are getting shown the door today. Two thousand employees are being sacrificed”…as part of an overall plan to reshape the Company for the future,” Yahoo says in an SEC filing, according to deadline.com. No word yet on how many of the Yahoo employees working in Burbank will get the axe. Yahoo reportedly has around 14,000 employees.
While these workers are kicked to the curb, behind the scenes, there’s drama going on over the direction and control of the company. Details here.
Photo: "Parks and Recreation" cast from NBC.com
NBC’s popular comedy series, “Parks and Recreation,” is among the winners of the 71st Annual Peabody Awards, one of the most prestigious honors in electronic media. The list, announced today, includes other entertainment programs such as the Showtime’s terrorism drama, “Homeland,” and the dark fantasy-epic on HBO, “Game of Thrones.”
The George Foster Peabody Awards recognizes excellence and distinguished achievement by radio and television stations, networks, webcasters, producing organizations, and individuals. The awards for the best in electronic media 2011 will be formally presented at a luncheon ceremony in New York City on May 21. Sir Patrick Stewart, star of two Peabody winners, “Star Trek: The Next Generation”and “Macbeth”, will be the host.
