Jack Zenian, right, with Life Lessons of a Harvard Reject author Peter Bennett, has found his slice of the American dream in Glendora, where he owns and operates the Lone Hill Collision Auto Center.
When you dream and aim higher than your current reach anything can happen. Today, Jack Zenian, who grew up in Yerevan, Armenia, is the proud owner of Lone Hill Collision Center in Glendora. He came to the auto body shop’s front desk looking for a job, he ended up buying the place. While he got […]
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If you’re unemployed, underemployed or simply considering a career change, instead of channel surfing between television crime dramas, try out the free Career Crossroads ministry sponsored by St. John’s Episcopal Church in La Verne every last Wednesday night of the month. In the two years that the jobs ministry has been active, about 40 community […]
The flavors are off the charts: Basil Olive Oil, Rosemary Butterscotch, Strawberry Balsamic, Honey Lavender, Pepper Peach. Twenty-five different flavors in all. Where can you buy these salad dressings? You can’t because the above are all flavors of sweet and savory ice cream served by Artisan Ice Creamologist Leo Neveux at his shop on Melrose […]
Matthew Matsumoto, singer-songwriter and regular performer at Holy Name of Mary Church in San Dimas, Calif., is releasing his debut solo album to the public on Aug. 27,2012. His album, titled “The Great Unknown,” is a collection of original works as well as contemporary Christian covers. Among the tracks are popular hits such as “How […]
Micky’s Jewelry Store in La Verne has been named the “Inland Valley’s Best” jewelry store for 2012 by local readers. Located in the beautiful city of La Verne, Micky’s Jewelry Studio opened its doors in 2007 with an unwavering commitment to provide a unique shopping experience, quality workmanship and excellent customer service. Today owner Mickey Rehm’s […]
Life hasn’t yet handed 9-year-old Megan Hakopian many lemons. So she asked her mom to buy her some, then she made lemonade, opened a stand and donated the profits to charity. This is the third year that the 4th grader has raised funds for David & Margaret Youth and Family Services, the La Verne-based nonprofit […]
Palace Pet Salon and owner Mark Levy have been named La Verne’s Business of the Year by the La Verne Chamber of Commerce. Frankly, Mark is a unique animal, so the Chamber wasn’t barking up the wrong tree in presenting him with this richly deserved award. When he and his family opened Palace Pet Salon […]
The “Every Inch Counts” body wrap event is now under way at Eden Spa in La Verne. Here’s the skinny on how it works: For every inch lost by spa participants, Eden’s partner, The M’lis Company, will donate* $1 to Mothers Without Borders! Mothers Without Borders works around the world to extend hope, care and […]
Since its debut in 2007, the American TV series “Mad Men” has had an influence in the fashion we see from the streets to the red carpet to the stores. Arguably the most discussed aspects of the show are its style and wardrobe, and the accuracy and detail with which the fashions of the early […]
31 Flavors in La Verne has just added a new flavor in the form of new owner Said Rawani, who celebrated a grand reopening of the long-time 31 Flavors location in the new Von’s Center with a DJ, balloon artist, spinning Wheel of Fortune and La Verne’s very own Community Cheer Girls. “I love the […]
