If you have been experiencing the onslaught of insects in your garden, you are looking for the most effective non-pesticide solution.

Slugs:

So far it seems that a good slug solution is to place a small container full of beer, the more sour the better, the container top should be at ground level so that the slugs go in and drown.  Place several of these around your garden area and check them in a few days and you will see the results, if there are slugs they will go into the container.

Earwigs:

Seems like the soy sauce in a tin can(tuna can) filled about half way and then add some oil, vegetable oil seems to work the best, and place it in the area infested with earwigs. Let this stand a day or two and check back, if there are earwigs in your garden they will be attracted to the trap and you will find dead earwigs in your trap, Empty and refill as needed.

For both earwigs and slugs, a predator like birds and chickens are good, but they can only eat so many.

These are some natural remedies for ridding your garden of these predatory insects that could destroy your garden.

For those of you growing tomatoes and have had issues with spider mites, one promising solution is to sprinkle sulfur powder onto the leaves of the tomato and around the stem of the plant.

Try to keep the plan healthy as that is one good defense against insects.

Let us know what works for you,

Onil Chibas is taking over the space of the recently closed DE LUXE Lounge – Cafe.

The location will be named DELUXE 1717 as the address is 1717 East Washington Blvd., Pasadena.

Details are still coming, but word is that Onil will be moving into the location in the next couple of weeks, look for exciting news coming in the next couple of weeks.

The new space will be primarily a catering kitchen and not a daily restaurant, there is a dining room and an outdoor space that will be available to rent for small special events.

There will be occasional dinners and brunches that you will be able to attend, presented by guest chefs and Onil.

More on that in future newsletters.

DELUXE 1717
For more info on catering services:
https://www.chibasevents.com/

Innovate Pasadena is turning FIVE and we want you to come celebrate with us!

Join our tech mixer on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at CTRL Collective – Pasadena, where you can meet some of Pasadena’s top leaders in technology, science, design, and entrepreneurial industries.

In 5 years, we’ve grown from a handful of dedicated volunteers to an interconnected community of 100s of businesses, startups, and community leaders. We’re proud to reach this milestone – and to help us celebrate we invite you to share your story of growth and transformation with our friends at Alpha Token.

#InnovatePasadena is turning 5 on June 27 and we want you to come celebrate with us at @ctrlcollective #Pasadena! https://ow.ly/4QXm30kipH5

Tickets include food and drinks.

Tickets here

Wed, June 27, 2018

6:00 PM – 8:30 PM PDT

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CTRL Collective – Pasadena

45 South Arroyo Parkway

Pasadena, CA 91105

Fox’s Altadena Restaurant Opens for Breakfast and Lunch

Neighbors are talking about the reopening of Fox’s Restaurant in Altadena, CA. After having been closed at the beginning of 2018 for remodeling and under the same ownership(Monique King and Paul Rosenbluh) as the renowned Cindy’s in Eagle Rock.  Cindy’s has become a favorite for locals and visitors as an iconic location for films over the years.

The new menu at Fox’s has some of old favorites but also some new items to appeal to all.

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The prices are in line.  The restaurant received a much needed remodel after a 60 year run.

Address: 2352 Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
Hours: Currently we are open Tue-Sun 7a-2pm
Phone: (626) 797-9430

If you have ever had issues with Charter/Spectrum you will identify with the frustration of every call.

Here’s just another example of how Charter/Spectrum treats its customers.

I have been a customer for several years.  Phone and internet for most of the time.

Last month I decided to try the video service because Spectrum claims you can watch all programs anywhere.  Using their Spectrum TV app.  Which by the way is a lousy app, full of bugs and not very user friendly.

I signed up for the TV Video service went to the local store, picked up a receiver which is still the same bulky loud hot receivers they have been using for 10+ years.  The same lousy remote.  The same lousy guide.

After hooking it up, and trying to use the app to watch tv programs, may would not work, they had blocks. Meaning if you subscribed to a channel you cannot watch it if you are not on your internet home connection. What good is this?  This is false advertising. And these tactics are bait and switch.

After a few days of going back and forth and calling Spectrum support, one rep had me try a few things. Well that didn’t work either. So I decided to cancel the video service.  Within 7 days. Spectrum has 30 day MBG. When I called and returned the receiver/equipment the rep was rude and arrogant. I told him I did not want the TV/video service. That it did not work as advertised.  He proceeded to make all sorts of claims about the service.

After disconnecting the video/tv service my rate jumped to $80 for phone and internet.

So what are the options and how does one file a complaint with local city officials so that Charter/Spectrum is held accountable for their unscrupulous practices.

Microsoft Windows 10 April 2018 Update (1803) Spring

The most direct way to download and install is via the Microsoft site:

Download here, Windows 10 Update Assistant webpage and Update now.

You can read about the major updates that have been rolled into update 1803.
This is on the Windows.com blog.

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Open House & Spring Sale   Sunday, April 29, 2018 10am-2pm
	Hahamongna Native Plant Nursery will host an Open House and Spring Sale at its site in Hahamongna Watershed Park on Sunday, April 29 from 10 am to 2 pm. The spectacular wild native plant garden at the nursery at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains is now blossoming in springtime glory. More than 62 species are flourishing there, demonstrating the beauty and resilience of native plants. Riparian species, invaluable for habitat restoration programs are featured, along with a wide variety of sages, shrubs and trees for more urban landscaping applications.
Hahamongna Native Plant Nursery in Pasadena was started three years ago by the Arroyo Seco Foundation to develop appropriate plants and habitat for a stream restoration program in the Arroyo Seco Canyon. Now it also produces plants to beautify local yards and gardens. The plants were recently used to landscape nearby Linda Vista Library as a model for public facilities.	At the April 29 event, participants will be treated to a tour of the native plant garden and encouraged to take home a bit of the Arroyo to plant in their yard. The plants will brighten local homes and businesses, save water, provide food and shelter to birds, bugs, and butterflies, and serve as a constant reminder of the natural treasures of the Arroyo Seco.
For more information, please call (323) 405-7326.

Hahamongna Native Plant Nursery
Hahamongna Watershed Park
4550 Oak Grove Drive
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 657-0392