Monthly Archives: November 2015
Nov 7 2015
Bright Light Streak Western US Evening Sky November 7, 2015

IT WAS A TRIDENT ICBM MISSILE FIRED OFFSHORE BY THE SUB USS KENTUCKY. Not opinion, FACT.
Confirmed by the US Navy.
The U.S. Navy eventually announced that this was a Trident II unarmed missile launch, testing the system from a submarine out in the ocean.

https://twitter.com/RonBaalke/status/663182391964372992

What was the bright streak seen in the sky tonight? Seen in California.
Here’s a picture caught by someone in Pasadena, CA

Reports are that it was the Taurid Meteor Shower, which is especially active this year. Reference.

 

 

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Nov 6 2015
Groupon Class Action Lawsuit Could Mean Refunds For Your Expired Groupons @groupon

Official Email from Groupon:

Notice of Class Action Settlement Regarding Groupon Vouchers

To file a claim go to: https://grouponvouchersettlement.com/

An Important Notice About a Class Action Settlement Involving Groupon Vouchers
IF YOU PURCHASED A GROUPON VOUCHER BETWEEN NOVEMBER 1, 2008 AND DECEMBER 1, 2011, YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR BENEFITS FROM THE SETTLEMENT
A proposed settlement has been reached in class action litigation concerning Groupon vouchers, In re Groupon, Inc. Marketing and Sales Practices Litigation, No. 3:11-md-02238-DMS-RBB, and the related state court action, Dremak v. Groupon, Inc., No. 11-CH-0876 (Ill. Cir. Ct., Kane County). You may be a member of the class whose rights may be affected by this lawsuit. The purpose of this notice is to inform you of the lawsuit and the settlement so that you may decide what steps to take in relation to it.
A previous settlement agreement of this class action litigation was reached in 2012 (“2012 Proposed Settlement Agreement”), but was terminated on June 22, 2015 after the trial court’s approval of the settlement was vacated on appeal. As described below, if you submitted a claim for relief under the 2012 Proposed Settlement Agreement, your claim automatically will be deemed submitted under this Settlement Agreement without need to resubmit, unless you send an email withdrawing your claim to the Claims Administrator by January 9, 2016 at claims@grouponvouchersettlement.com or you opt out of this Settlement Agreement.
More information regarding the Settlement Agreement, your rights under the Settlement Agreement, instructions on how to be excluded from the Settlement Agreement or object to the Settlement Agreement, and a Claim Form to complete to obtain benefits under the Settlement Agreement are available here: https://grouponvouchersettlement.com/
If the Settlement Agreement is approved, Settlement Class Members as defined in the Settlement Agreement who complete and return a Claim Form (and those who submitted claims under the 2012 Proposed Settlement Agreement) may be eligible to receive “Groupon Credits” equal to 130% of the value of the purchase price of unredeemed, unrefunded Groupon Vouchers that are past their stated expiration date, and that were purchased between November 1, 2008 and December 1, 2011. Each Groupon Credit is the equivalent to $1.00 in buying power for Groupon offerings on groupon.com, subject to certain limitations described below. The amount of Groupon Credits given to Settlement Class Members may be increased or decreased pro rata depending on the number and value of valid Claims submitted. Groupon Credits to be paid on valid Claims will be automatically deposited in Class Members’ Groupon accounts following the Effective Date of settlement. If you no longer have an active Groupon account, you may contact Groupon at 1-888-664-4482 or support@groupon.com to reopen an account for the purpose of receiving Groupon Credits under the Settlement Agreement.
Groupon Credits may be redeemed within nine months of issuance to purchase any Groupon Voucher or Groupon Goods on the Groupon website, excluding purchases of the following types of Groupon offerings: (1) Groupon Getaways Market Rate Hotel Reservations; (2) Merchant Products offered as Groupon Goods; (3) Groupon-to-Go; (4) Groupon Link-out offers; and (5) Groupon Gift Cards.
The last day to submit a completed Claim Form to receive Groupon Credits is January 9, 2016.
Rather than seeking a benefit under the Settlement Agreement, you may choose to exclude yourself from the Settlement Agreement. There are deadlines associated with the choices you may make regarding the Settlement Agreement. The last day to exclude yourself from the Settlement Agreement or to object to the Settlement Agreement is January 15, 2016. If you choose to exclude yourself from the Settlement Agreement but you submitted a claim earlier pursuant to the 2012 Proposed Settlement Agreement, your claim will be automatically deemed withdrawn.
Neither Counsel for the Parties, nor the Claims Administrator may advise on the tax consequences of participating or not participating in the Settlement Agreement.

Groupon Class Action Lawsuit Could Mean Refund For Your Old Groupons @groupon

Customers who purchased Groupons between November 1, 2008 and December 1, 2011 can receive 130% of the purchase price of their unredeemed Groupons

Most people love a good deal. Most people have purchased a groupon deal at some point in the past year, purchases are down, but one thing most people who buy more than a few groupons have left a groupon deal unused, in some cases the business has actually closed.

I have had several groupons for business which have closed.  Groupon will issue a credit if you file a request, and they see the business has closed.

With the class action lawsuit, it applies to any unused groupon, regardless of the business being closed or not.

It is estimated there are tens of thousands if not hundreds of thousands of groupons which are sitting in user accounts expired.

You can look at your account and fill out a form for each groupon which has expired in your account at the class action website. You may be eligible for 130% of the purchase price of the expired groupon.

All Claims will be processed after the Effective Date of Settlement. Settlement Class
Members whose Claims meet the criteria set forth in the Settlement Agreement will
receive in their Groupon account Groupon Credits equal to 130% of the Customer
Purchase Price of the original, unredeemed, unrefunded Groupon Voucher(s) upon which
any valid Claim is based, subject to the following adjustment:
The amount of Groupon Credits issued may be increased or decreased pro rata,
depending on the total amount and value of valid Claims.

Here’s the outline of the class action time frame.

  • Deadline to submit claim form to obtain Groupon Credits pursuant to the Settlement Agreement: January 9, 2016
  • Deadline to withdraw claim submitted under 2012 Proposed Settlement Agreement: January 9, 2016
  • Deadline to opt-out of Settlement Agreement: January 15, 2016
  • Deadline to object to Settlement Agreement:  January 15, 2016
  • Date of Approval Hearing: February 26, 2016
  • Deadline to use Groupon Credits: 9 months from date of issuance into your account

Apparently there is a limit of $500 per customer.

13. “Class Representative Awards” means any amounts the Court awards to Class
Representatives limited to Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) per Class Representative.

This settlement will make over $2 million for the attorney’s

ROBBINS GELLER RUDMAN
& DOWD LLP
JOHN J. STOIA, JR. (141757)
RACHEL L. JENSEN (211456)
PHONG L. TRAN (204961)
655 West Broadway, Suite 1900
San Diego, CA 92101
Telephone: 619-231-1058
Fax: 619-231-7423
johns@rgrdlaw.com
rachelj@rgrdlaw.com
ptran@rgrdlaw.com
Class Counsel

I am a fan of groupon and love to share a good deal.

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Nov 5 2015
Best Wine Region in The World for 2015 : Lodi, Ca

Best Wine Region in The World

Lodi has been named best wine region in the world.

Jeremy Wine,

lodiwine.com for more info

Stewart Spemcer

Lodi wine tasting rooms are great

Lodi is poised to be a travel destination.

 

 

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Nov 5 2015
Smart Poles Improve Cell Reception Los Angeles First City in US to Install

Earthquake safe, will improve connectivity and cell reception, and improve street lighting and make the lights more energy efficient.

These are not your regular cell tower, these blend in with the rest of the existing street poles.

Los Angeles was selected because there are more than 100,000 light poles. Philips Ericson will not disclose what the poles cost, according to Ed Ebrahimian, Director, Bureau of Street Lighting, Philips will pay the city to install to each tower $10,000 and yearly fee of $1,200.  22 poles in Hollywood have been installed.  The goal is to install 600 poles in the next two year.

Smart Poles Improve Cell Reception Los Angeles First City to Install

read more here

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Nov 5 2015
Pasadena Fire Department Disaster Advisory Council-Planning For El Nino Event – November 19th

Pasadena Fire Department Disaster Advisory Council-Planning For El Nino Event – November 19th

Pasadena Fire Department Disaster Advisory Council is hosting an event focused on preparation for the coming El Nino season.

Come to learn more about what Pasadena Fire Department, Public Works and Water & Power are doing to be prepared for significant storm events.  You’ll also learn more about where to get sandbags, what the best fill material is, how to fill them for the greatest benefit from using them, and for those who may be involved in preparedness, response and recovery efforts, you’ll learn more about safety and situational awareness.

The event will take place as follows:

Date: Thursday, November 19th
Time: 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Place: Fuller Theological Seminary, Payton Hall, Room 303
135 North Oakland Avenue
Pasadena

See the attached flyer, including the map, for the exact location of Payton Hall and the best places to park on the campus.

 

PLEASE RSVP NO LATER THAN TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 to pasadenacert33@cityofpasadena.net

As always, stay safe!

We look forward to seeing you at this important event.

Carolyn Seitz, CERT Coordinator
Pasadena Fire Department

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Nov 5 2015
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Nov 5 2015
Burbank, Glendale & Pasadena Alert Public to Utility Scam

Burbank, Glendale & Pasadena Alert Public to Utility Scam
“Scammers threaten to cutoff power unless victims pay alleged overdue bill.”
Post Date:11/05/2015 11:56 AM

The   Cities of Burbank, Glendale, and Pasadena are joining forces to inform the public about an ongoing utility scam that has claimed victims in all three cities.

In a recent two week period, Burbank Water and Power logged more than 40 incidents in which customers reported receiving illicit phone calls from people posing as utility employees. The scammers attempt to convince their victim that their power is about to be turned off unless they make an immediate payment of hundreds, and sometimes thousands of dollars. It’s a scam that has affected utility customers in Pasadena and Glendale as well. Since utilities are ubiquitous, the scam can occur in virtually any community in Southern California.

In addition to targeting residential customers, scammers frequently target businesses during peak operating hours. The caller will often use “spoofing technology” to make the caller ID appear as if it’s coming from the utility’s phone number. The caller usually instructs the victim to go to a store and purchase a pre-paid debit card. Once the card is loaded with funds, the victim will call the scammer and share the pre-paid card information.

It’s important for utility customers to know that the utility company does not accept payment in this manner and will never call and threaten to immediately shut down power. Service disconnection only occurs after a lengthy process. When an account is delinquent, multiple written notices are sent to the customer before service is discontinued.

If someone calls and threatens to disconnect the utility service, potential victims are urged to end the call immediately. Do not call the number on the phone’s caller ID.  Rather, call your utility company or police department to report the incident. To confirm that your account is in good standing, contact the utility using the number on your bill or official utility website.

For a PDF of this news release, please click here. 

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Nov 4 2015
2015 Rose Bowl Stadium Holiday Celebration Invitation @RoseBowlStadium

2015 Rose Bowl Stadium Holiday Celebration Invitation

If you haven’t booked your 2015 holiday party, let the Rose Bowl Stadium take the planning out of your hands! You are cordially invited to attend the 2015 Rose Bowl Stadium Holiday Celebration on Thursday, December 10, 2015. The Holiday Celebration will  give your family, clients and employees the experience of a lifetime at the Rose Bowl with a behind-the-scenes look at America’s Stadium, while enjoying a traditional holiday menu provided by Wolfgang Puck Catering and Legends Hospitality. Join us for fun activities including photo opportunities, raffle prizes and more!

Whether you are a football fan or looking for an amazing venue for your party, make sure to grab tickets to one of the biggest holiday parties in town! To purchase your tickets for this great event or to receive additional information, please contact the Rose Bowl Premium Seating office at 626-585-6800 and grab your seats today!
 Rose Bowl Premium Seating

1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena CA 91103
Ph: (626) 585.6800 | Fax: (626) 577.3246

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Nov 4 2015
Mac & Cheese Smackdown presented by Time Out Los Angeles L.A. River Studios #macsmack @timeoutla

Mac & Cheese Smackdown presented by Time Out Los Angeles

Taste your way through the best mac and cheese LA has to offer at Time Out Los Angeles’s inaugural Mac & Cheese Smackdown, taking place December 6 at LA River Studios. Time Out Los Angeles editors have challenged the city’s best restaurants to offer creative takes on this cheesy classic to enjoy along with beer pairings. When purchasing tickets, you can choose from two sessions (Noon-2pm and 2:30-4:30pm). It’s a Sunday Funday your arteries won’t forget.

Buy tickets here

L.A. River Studios – 2025 North San Fernando Road Los Angeles, CA 90065 –
Two times:
Smackdown 1
12 noon
and
Smackdown 2
2:30pm
Limited tickets available.

Check in location: 2800 Division St. Los Angeles, CA 90065
Free parking will be available at Sotomayor Learning Academy School (2050 N San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90065) across the street from the venue.

#macsmack

When
Sunday, December 6, 2015

L.A. River Studios

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Nov 4 2015
PhoneDrone Ethos – A whole new dimension for your smartphone

PhoneDrone Ethos – A whole new dimension for your smartphone

Back on KickStarter now

 

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