Native equestrians help start revolutionary site

“I was a famous rider and now I’m best known as one of the judges from Judge My Ride,” said Gage, who is an AGA Rider of the Year in back-to-back seasons, four-time West Coast Rider of the Year, three-time World Cup team member, and co-star of the film “Lightening the White Stallion” with Mickey Rooney. “It’s kind of funny.” “Before this people had to drive to the library and read a book to find out what exercise will help their horse do such a thing,” said Dean-Porter, who graduated from Rolling Hills High School in 1969 before capturing the GTE High Jump three times and the Gran Premio de Mexico at the Caliente Race Track. “We can now give instant and quality instruction.” Dean-Porter, who retired from competitions two years ago and remains a PV resident, wears several hats, too, such as that of an equine journalist, member of several committees and manager of the Horse for Parks donation program. She’s also worked as a teacher since the age of 13. Some her notable students include top Grand Prix competitor Mandy Porter, Alexis White (Chadwick School) and Peggy Schrello Lebrecht.

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Two other special districts on the Palos Verdes Peninsula are slated for election. In the Palos Verdes Library District, seats held by three incumbents - Nancy Mahr, Bill Lama and Fran Wielen - are set to go before voters.



Native equestrians help start revolutionary site

Both were champion riders who grew up in the Palos Verdes scene. Both also remain heavily involved in the sport. As of late, though, the pair has become more famous for their association with Judge My Ride, which debuted its new website on June 20.



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Ishibashi family to sell historic Portuguese Bend ranch

(Jeff Gritchen / Staff Photographer) Richard Kawasaki, a volunteer at the Peninsula Center Library, told the Palos Verdes Peninsula News in 2009. Most of the other Japanese-American farming families never returned to the Peninsula after they were sent



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If your trying to find fun activities for both you and your children this summer, look no further.  Our own Palos Verdes Library District offers entertainment for both adults and children this summer.  Besides the adult reading groups, history centers and local community events, the libraries are offering special summer activities for all Palos Verdes homes owner to enjoy with their children. They are offering reading groups for children as young as 6 months to be enjoyed with their parents.

Malaga Cove Library is offering Babies in the Library which is for 6-23 month old children on Fridays at 10:30 a.m.  There will be some live action activities in addition to the fun story telling by wonderful volunteers.  There are also Thrilling Thursdays which will captivate children ages 2 to 5,  from 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. with songs, puppets and storytelling.  Kid’s chess is also available for children 8-16 on Saturday at 2:00 p.m.  For more information regarding the chess program contact (310) 377-9584.  Malaga Cove Library is located at 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates 90274.

The Peninsula Library has many programs available for local youth.  They have the young readers Thwacky Thursdays for children 2-5, beginning at 10:15 a.m. and will include wacky fun with stories, different rhythms and more.  On Tuesdays they offer Curly’s story time at 10:15 a.m., and even have a morning Barney Bear story time on Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. which offers puppets songs and silliness.  Also on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. is Pillow Time Storytelling where children are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their own stuffed animal to keep them company.  If you are interested in Pillow Time, it is recommended to be fifteen minutes early to pick up a free ticket at the Young Readers desk. The Peninsula Library is located at 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates 90274.

The Miraleste Library is having Lenny Lion Story time on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. Lenny the gentle lion puppet will be bringing stories, finger puppets and songs for children 2-5 to enjoy.  The Miraleste Library is located at 29089 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rancho Palos Verdes 90275.

For more information regarding summer fun through our local library district go to www.pvld.org .


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