VOLUME 39, NO. 5 THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF

ANNIVERSARIESCompanyThe Gas CompanySouthern California EdisonThe Artists’ Studio of Palos Verdes Art CenterPortofino Hotel & Yacht ClubTesoro Refining and Marketing CompanyCrown EnterprisesTikkun Medical & Skin Care

RepresentativeMarcella W. LowMarvin Jackmon

Nancy ComafordMalia Osterbauer

Brissa Sotelo-VargasMary Jo Hazard

Lisa Kaji

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERSAB Unlimited Amy Williams (310) 424-5310 Los Angeleswww.ab-unlimited.com Promotional Products

Massage Envy Jill Karrenbrock (310) 698-0660 Rolling Hills Estates www.massageenvy.com/clinics/CA/Rolling-Hills.aspx Massage Therapists

Sparrow Restaurant Lynn Macnguyen(310) 377-6400 Rolling Hills Estateswww.sparrowpalosverdes.com Restaurant

Solar Forward Erica Helson 310.433.3770 Santa Monicawww.solarforward.com Contractors - General

1956 2012

May 30: Ribbon Cutting at ABC Acupuncture, 5:30pm 28633 S. Western Ave. Suite 202, RPVJune 6: Breakfast Mixer, Misto Caffé & Bakery, 7:15-9am Speaker: Rob Katherman, “The Water Replenishment District: Managing California’s Purest Resource.”June 21: Evening Mixer, Belmont Village, RPV, 5:30-7:30pmJune 26: Lunch & Learn, 12-1pm. Check website for details.

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

Edison InternationalCOMMUNITY PLAZA

at the 25th Annual Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music FestivalPresented by Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance

Visit www.pvstreetfair.com to register for fun events!

Chili Cook-Off Grilled Cheese Cook-Off

Best of PV Cupcake ~ Best of PV Pie Pie Eating Contest

Be a contestant or be a judge!

SIGN UP NOWDon’t miss out! Space is limited!

Community Plaza Food Contest Entry FormName___________________________________________________Address_________________________________________________Phone #_________________________________________________Email __________________________________________________Sat. June 9 □ Grilled Cheese Cook-off $35 □ Grilled Cheese Judging Society $10 □ Best of PV Pie Free □ Pie Judging Society $10 □ Best of PV Cupcake Free □ Cupcake Judging Society $10 □ Pie Eating Contest $10

□ Check enclosed (made payable to “PVP Chamber”) $_________Please charge my Credit card □ MC □ Visa □ Amex $________________________________________________________________Name on the Card

_______________________________________________________Card # Expiration CVV#

I have gone online to www.pvstreetfair.com and have read the rules of the competition, including the food storage specifications as required by the Health Department. I understand that I am responsible for my own ingredients. The Palos Verdes Street Fair, the Palos Verdes Chamber of Commerce, the PV Street Fair Committee and any and all representatives, sponsors, partners, and volunteers are not liable for personal injury, food allergies or damages. I understand that spaces are limited and that the events might be sold out prior to the arrival of my application. I will not be charged if events are sold out. Otherwise, there are no refunds. If the contestant is under 18, I agree, as their parent or guardian that they will be supervised at all times.Signature________________________________________________Please return this completed form to Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, 707 Silver Spur Road, Suite 100, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 310-377-8111 fax 310-377-0614 office@palosverdeschamber.com REGISTER ONLINE www.PVSTREETFAIR.com

Sun. June 10 □ Chili Cook-off $50 □ Chili Judging Society $10

SAVE TIME!! Sign-up online at

www.pvstreetfair.com

Chairman’s Circle

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Attention: All Chamber MembersYour input is needed!

Nomination Forms are now available for

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

BEST NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION

OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM

Information available on Chamber website

www.palosverdeschamber.com

LocalFirst

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PVPCC OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS

Chairman of the BoardMarilyn Lyon

South Bay Environmental Services CenterChairman-ElectGeorge Walker

Vistage, Walker Executive CoachingTreasurer

David AdishianNantucket Crossing

Past-Chairman of the BoardKathy Gould

Palos Verdes Library DistrictVice-Chair, Membership

Allen BondBank of America Home Loans

Vice-Chair, Economic Development & Community Affairs

Elizabeth GriggsPromenade on the Peninsula

Vice-Chair, Business AdvocacyKelly Curtis-IntagliataMarymount College

DIRECTORS

Randy Bowers, Malaga BankGerry Carrese, Coldwell Banker

Steven Coy, CL!X Portrait Studios, RHEJackie Crowley, RE/MAX Palos Verdes

Deborah Fehn, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance

Melissa Griswold, Griswold & Griswold Insurance Agency Terri Haack, Terranea Resort

Sherry Kramer, Continental Development CorporationPang Mueller, Tesoro Refining and Marketing Company

Shawn Nejad, Rancho Palos Verdes FlowersSharon Ryan, An Uncommon Journey

Andrea Sala, Peninsula Education FoundationTeresa Scott, HQ, a member of the Regus Group

CHAMBER STAFFEileen Hupp, President/CEO

Debby Morgan, Events and Marketing DirectorPatti Myhre, Business and Project Manager/ControllerColleen Cotter, Membership Development CoordinatorTracy Ferrara, Internet Marketing and Communications

Peninsula Business JournalPalos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce310-377-8111 / www.palosverdeschamber.com

office@palosverdeschamber.com

The Peninsula Business Journal is the official publication of, and is published monthly by, the Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce and Visitors’ Center (PVPCC). Its current circulation is 24,000. The PVPCC, a 501(c)6 non-profit organization, is located at 707 Silver Spur Road, Suite 100, RHE, CA 90274. All correspondence and address changes should be sent to this address. The Peninsula Business Journal is published as a service to the Palos Verdes Peninsula and surrounding communities. Considerable effort is made to ensure the accuracy and the reliability of the information published herein, however the PVPCC cannot guarantee its accuracy, nor does it assume any liability for the use of any information published. Official positions of the PVPCC are taken only by vote of record of the Board of Directors, and are clearly referenced as such in the Journal. Members receive a copy of the Peninsula News containing the Peninsula Business Journal published on the fourth Thursday of the month.

Family Fun at Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival June 9 & 10!FREE ADMISSION, ENTERTAINMENT, PARKING ALL WEEKENDWWW.PVSTREETFAIR.COM

ALL WEEKEND LONGPromenade on the Peninsula & Peninsula Shopping Center Sidewalk Sales & Coupons Pet Adoptions & Rescue Organizations Flight Simulator (Promenade) Entertainment and MORE!

FREE ADMISSION & PARKING! Parking and Shuttle at P.V. Peninsula High School, Silver Spur Rd. & Hawthorne Blvd. in Rolling Hills Estates

TWO INTERNATIONAL FOOD COURTS Near the Main Stage and in the New Community Plaza featuring Fair cuisine, local micro brew beers and premium wine! The PV Young Professionals are once again manning the Beer & Wine Booth, raising funds to benefit H.E.L.P. LOCAL RESTAURANTS/BREWERIES INCLUDE: Mama Terano, Chicken Maison, Jamba Juice, The Appetizer, Monkish Brewing Co., Abigaile, The Strand, Silvio’s BBQ, CalMex Giant Soft Tacos, and Hennessey’s Tavern.

11am-12:45pm The Iliana Rose Cuban Jazz Band 1:15pm-3pm The MVPs (Variety Show Band) 3:30pm-5:15pm The Jay Edward Band (blues)5:45pm-7:45pm The Full Spectrum Band (R&B)8:15pm-10:00pm 80’s After Party (80’s cover band)

SATURDAY June 9th MAIN STAGE

12-7:45pm Local Performers

SUNDAY June 10th UNDER THE BIG TENT

BLOOD DRIVENORRIS CENTER DRIVE AT INDIAN PEAK & NEAR THE BIG TENTSat. & Sun. Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance Blood Drive

200 PREMIUM ARTS AND CRAFT BOOTHSBooths featuring jewelry to suit every taste and budget, clothing and fashion accessories for the whole family, health and beauty products, collectibles from around the world, hats, clothing, children’s items, pet accessories, original artwork, photographs, & handcrafted items.

The Carnival is bigger and better than ever this year! Big rides for teens and adults include SUPER SHOT (a huge

high-powered drop tower), Zipper, Orbiter, Kamikaze, Tornado, Tilt-A-Whirl, Century Wheel and more. Rides for little kids, carnival games, and a fun house. All-Day Carnival Ride wristbands are only $30. Watch for ads and flyers at local businesses for discount coupons good for $5 off or go to www.pvstreetfair.com. Some restrictions apply. Please wear closed-toe shoes.

2 Days of Fun for All Ages!MAIN CARNIVAL

The CARNIVAL RIDES open on Friday for our 4th annual “Teen Night,” 5pm to 10pm. Tickets are only $25 for unlimited carnival rides and freebies! (Carnival area only – the Fair will not open until Saturday, June 9 at 10am.). Exciting rides

such as SUPER SHOT – A huge high-powered drop tower, and other favorites like Zipper, Orbiter, Kamikaze, Tornado, Tilt-A-Whirl, Century Wheel and MORE fill the venue. There are tasty treats, carnival games, fun house, prizes and fun to be found at Teen Night! Discounted pre-sale tickets for Friday night are available for $20 through local High School student stores and Intermediate School main offices. A $30 value, the tickets include a free prize, 2-for-1 game play with coupon, free popcorn with purchase and an unlimited carnival-ride wristband. Teen Night pre-sale tickets may also be purchased at the PVP Chamber of Commerce office at 707 Silver Spur Road, Suite 100, RHE; 310-377-8111. Don’t dawdle, if you wait to buy your carnival-ride wristband at the door, they cost $25! Extra security will be present to ensure a safe, fun night. Parking/drop off at Promenade on the Peninsula parking structure.

“TEEN NIGHT” CARNIVAL FRIDAY, JUNE 8thBenefits Local PVPUSD Schools

FUN FOR THE KIDS! (Near HSBC Bank & Coldwell Banker)

Free Pony Rides Free Petting Zoo

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11am-12:30pm Zydeco Party Band (Cajun) 1pm-2:30pm Jimbo Ross (blues/R&B/funk/soul)3pm-4:30pm Pretzel Logic - A Steely Dan Revue (Steely Dan Tribute) 5pm-6:30pm Creedence Relived (CCR Tribute) 7pm-9pm Ticket to Ride (Beatles Tribute)

SUNDAY June 10th MAIN STAGE

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SATURDAY June 9th UNDER THE BIG TENT10 -12pm Natural Balance Pet Foods Top Dogs Show Presented by Subaru Pacific Celebrity Judges Search & Rescue Demo Registration at 9am or online1-7:15pm Local Entertainment 8-10pm The Princess Bride Free 25th Anniversary showingThe biggest and best

Music Festival and Fair in the South Bay is back

for its 25th year! The Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce invites the entire community to the 25th Annual Palos Verdes Street Fair & Musical Festival, presented by Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance. Start the summer fun on Saturday, June 9, 10am-10pm and Sunday, June 10, 10am-9pm. FREE admission, entertainment and parking at PV Peninsula High School with shuttle service. Our Anniversary

brings local restaurants and breweries, celebrity judges and new fun to the Fair! Our many thanks go out to the Street Fair committee which meets year-round under the leadership of co-chairs Steven Griswold of Griswold & Griswold Insurance Agency Inc. and James Colton of Money Mailer South Bay. A partial list of major sponsors and partners includes Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Yelp, City of Rolling Hills Estates, L.A. County Supervisor Don Knabe, Southbay Magazine, Edison International, Classic

Tents, Equinox Fitness Center, Terranea Resort, DCH Toyota of Torrance, Marymount College, Promenade on the Peninsula, Peninsula Shopping Center, Alvas Music Store, GotBaddog.com, Natural Balance Pet Foods, Coldwell Banker, HSBC Bank, Peninsula People, RPVTV, Daily Breeze, Palos Verdes Peninsula News, Money Mailer South Bay, Subaru Pacific, and more! For more information on the Fair, sponsors and to download $5 coupons for the carnival, visit www.pvstreetfair.com or call the chamber at 310-377-8111.

PALOS VERDES PENINSULA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MAY 2012

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