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Southwest Mobile Storage is a family-owned shipping container business founded in 1995. Our strength for more than 25 years comes from the specialized knowledge and passion of our people, along with serving over 24,000 commercial, construction and residential customers. Our facility and expertise in maintaining, manufacturing, and delivering corrugated steel containers is unrivaled in the industry.
While the rental side of our business is regional with branches throughout the Southwest, our container sales and modification operations are nationwide and becoming global. Crescenta Valley, CA offers a wide selection of portable offices and mobile storage containers you can rent, buy or modify.
Our experts in container rental, sales and customization are committed to providing you the highest quality and best experience from service to delivery - our reputation depends on it.
Whether your need is for storage, office space, moving, multi-purpose or custom use, we've got your back. Here's how:
We bring your storage container to you for convenient, easy access at your home, business or jobsite. Plus, you'll get more choice in storage space and better security, for a fraction of the cost of a pod or add on building, saving money and energy.
Not enough room to keep a storage container at your business, home or construction site? No problem - we can store it for you. Plus, you get 70% more space and better security, for a fraction of the cost of public storage units.
Need a permanent storage solution for your business, residence or construction? We sell new and used shipping containers in many sizes with a variety of add-ons. Or customize a container to your specific storage needs with our certified fabrication experts.
Take your time packing with our moving containers. We'll deliver to your business or home and pick it up whenever you're ready to move. So, you don't have to stress about moving or making multiple trips in one day, like if you rented a moving truck.
Our moving container solutions ensure the long-distance move of your home or business is highly efficient and affordable throughout the southwest. In fact, we usually cost 20%-40% less than full-service movers.
We understand move-in and move-out dates might be different. We can store your moving container at our highly secure facilities until you're ready to move to your new home or business location, and you can conveniently access it at any time.
Whether you need a workspace, conference room, or other office requirement, our ground-mounted mobile offices meet any and all of your business needs. Plus, it's faster and easier than building additions.
If you need your shipping container to serve multiple uses, such as office-storage combos, breakrooms and even utilities, we've got you covered. We'll modify a custom container to fit your business needs and bring your business to the next level
We'll create a custom container to fit your unique needs anywhere in the US. With our container modification expertise, we make any idea a reality. From pop-up stores to multi-story structures, our unrivaled facilities and fabrication experts do it all.
With Southwest Mobile Storage, you get much more than a POD or typical Conex box. You also get high security, unparalleled service and unmatched container modification expertise and facilities. No other company offers that much.
Shipping containers and storage containers come in a range of sizes. The most common external lengths are 20ft and 40ft with a width of 8ft. ISO Containers are typically 8ft 6in tall, but high cube containers are 9ft 6in tall. We also have steel containers in a variety of sizes from 10ft long to 45ft long to rent or buy, and we can modify shipping containers into any size you want.
Having flexible storage containers options is important, but security is crucial to protect your peace of mind and your possessions.
At Southwest Mobile Storage, we don't believe in leaving things to chance. We want you to rest easy knowing your inventory, documents, tools, equipment and other items are safe 24/7. That is why we equip SMS high-security slide bolt locking systems and lockboxes on our entire fleet of rental freight containers.
Contact us to speak with a helpful, friendly representative to better understand our full range of capabilities. We are happy to answer any questions you have, go over pricing and set up a time and place to deliver your Conex box. Our quotes are 100% free and you are under no obligation to pay for your consultation.
When you own a business or manage one, it's crucial to have efficient, affordable ways to store inventory and supplies, whether it's to grow your business or adapt to changes in the market, like the many caused by the pandemic.
Renting storage containers to keep at your business eliminates the cost and hassles of sending your staff to offsite storage facilities. Steel containers with roll up doors make storing and retrieving items faster and easier. Auto repair shops and other businesses that need easy access throughout the workday to secure storage for tools, parts, equipment or supplies find renting shipping containers to be the best solution for their business storage needs. Southwest Mobile Storage has your back.
Renting portable offices gives your business more workspace, breakrooms, pop up stores, security booths and more, without the cost and red tape associated with constructing building additions. Plus, a steel storage container fits neatly into one parking space and provides much stronger security than Pods and way more convenience than self-storage units.
If you have a specific need, we can modify shipping containers to build whatever you need to grow your business. Whether it's a portable workspace to run your business, like a pop-up container bar, or a durable facility for scientific research, like a container laboratory, or even a container gym, our unrivaled fabrication facility and modification experts got you covered. Our full-time, in-house staff of certified welders, engineers, electricians, carpenters and painters have over 500 years combined experience modifying thousands of container projects for just about any business use you can imagine.
With an extensive in-house staff and 90,000 sq ft container modification facility, we're able to deliver consistently high quality and work on multiple projects simultaneously for a fast turnaround.
Other companies don't have the facility, staff or resources to modify shipping containers and will outsource the work to various shops who may not have the special experience or tools needed to modify the right way.
You can rest assured knowing your custom container is safe in our hands. Our certified weld and quality control inspectors ensure everything is structurally sound and built to your specifications through every step of the process.
Renting a moving container from us makes your move much less stressful because you won't have to rush to pack your whole house into a moving truck in one day. Instead, you can take your time packing over the course of a month.
Our ISO shipping containers are weatherproof and come with vault-like security, so you don't have to worry about theft or damage to your belongings.
You won't get that level of security from U-Haul or other moving truck companies.
Renting a storage container at your home keeps your belongings close and gives you convenient 24/7 access, so you're always able to retrieve the contents of your container when you need to.
We know move in and move out dates don't always line up. We can store your packed rental container at our secure facility until your new home is ready.
With our mobile storage containers for rent in Crescenta Valley, CA, you can save up to 40% when compared to full-service long-distance movers, while gaining more flexibility in your schedule.
We know your needs may change suddenly. With our extensive inventory and variety of sizes of portable offices and shipping containers to rent, buy or modify in Crescenta Valley, CA, we provide fast service and the best value possible so it's easy for you to get whatever you need when you need it.
Renting storage containers and portable offices from us gives you more flexibility when it comes to your schedule and options. If you don't have enough space at your current location or simply would prefer offsite storage, you can keep your rental storage and office containers at your location or ours - whichever is most convenient for you. You also get more options to choose from when it comes to size and features, like portable offices with divided rooms for private meetings or office/storage combos for storage and office space in one container. All while costing a fraction of the price of a pod or self-storage facility.
-Rivian 40' Office Delivery R1
- Office Storage Combo for Rent
- Office 2017-7 R1
- Monitoring Station 1 R1
- Custom Communications Tower M R1
You can also buy new or used freight containers from us and choose from a variety of add-ons, including lights, electricity, doors and windows. Or fully customize a shipping container to save time, money and energy by skipping the expensive, lengthy process of constructing building additions. We can modify a Conex box into whatever you can imagine for any use you need, from construction tool cribs to office buildings, monitoring stations, mobile communication towers and much more. The possibilities are endless.
You'll never face hidden fees or surprises with us. We give you transparent billing up front at the best prices.
With us, you get a reliable, dedicated point of contact, who keeps you updated every step of the way. You can rest assured knowing you'll always get what you need, when you need it.
No other company has the breadth and depth of staff and experience that we do when it comes to modifying shipping containers. Our certified welders, engineers, electricians, plumbers, carpenters and painters have more than 500 years of combined experience in fabricating custom steel containers.
We prorate your rent by the day after the first 28-day billing cycle, so you don't have to pay for a full month when you only have your mobile containers and offices for a few days.
While other companies may be able to do small container modifications, most don't have an in-house fabrication staff or 90,000 sq ft fabrication facility like we do. As a result, they outsource the work on your custom container, so you don't know who's actually building it.
Rest assured knowing your modified shipping container will be built to the highest quality standards. Our certified weld and quality control inspectors check every step of the fabrication process to ensure everything is structurally sound and built to your specifications.
Whether you're in need of a storage container for your commercial business, a portable office for your construction site, or a moving container for your home, our process is simple and straightforward.
Choose the mobile storage solution that works best for your needs. In this step, you will let us know the number of containers you need, their sizes and what types of doors to equip.
Let us know if you would like to add any of our rental options, like a folding table or shelving.
Choose from padlocks, puck locks and other enhanced security options. All of our storage containers come standard with dual-locking, vault-like security.
You can expect standard delivery within 3-5 days of your order. If you need expedited delivery, we will do everything in our power to accommodate your needs.
Do you need to keep your shipping container at our location? Prefer to have our team deliver your packed container to a location of your choice? Let us know, and we'll be by your side to work out the logistics.
Let our team know where we should deliver your mobile storage container for rent in Crescenta Valley, CA. Be sure to let us know if there are any special conditions that might prevent our drivers from entering your chosen destination. Before you schedule your delivery, let us know which direction you would like the doors of your container to face.
Our drivers can deliver your storage container Monday-Friday, between the hours of 6AM and 2PM local time. Our two-hour delivery window is the most precise in the industry. If you desire another delivery time outside of our standard delivery options, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. As a courtesy, our driver will call you at least 30 minutes before they arrive at your drop-off destination.
Before we deliver your Conex box, prepare your delivery area by ensuring that there are no low overhangs, arches, wires, trees or any other obstacles that could interfere with your delivery. It's a good idea to mark the space where you would like your steel container placed.
When our driver arrives, they will back our truck into the space where you would like your shipping container placed. Once we arrive, we will ensure that your container is delivered safely and securely. If placed on asphalt or pavement, we will use wood dunnage pads to make sure your ground surface is protected and the container is level.
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909.948.7700The Big Snow of 1949Last weekend we had a taste of snow here in the Crescenta Valley. But when we talk about real snow in the history of the valley, the date of January 10,1949 always comes up. That was the famous 3-day snowfall that blanketed not just La Crescenta, but Greater LA and Southern California. Historically before that, we had four inches of snow in January of 1932, two inches in 1915 and a whopping 18 inches in 1882.In 1949, the snow was six to eight inches deep in the valley, and the snow lasted several days. The...
Last weekend we had a taste of snow here in the Crescenta Valley. But when we talk about real snow in the history of the valley, the date of January 10,1949 always comes up. That was the famous 3-day snowfall that blanketed not just La Crescenta, but Greater LA and Southern California. Historically before that, we had four inches of snow in January of 1932, two inches in 1915 and a whopping 18 inches in 1882.
In 1949, the snow was six to eight inches deep in the valley, and the snow lasted several days. The snow began falling on Sunday night, piling up a significant amount, followed by more snow on Monday and Tuesday.
The beginning of the post-WWII Baby Boom ensured that there were plenty of kids locally to enjoy this rare phenomenon. On Monday, the La Cañada schools declared a once-in-a-lifetime “snow day” that excused kids from school both Monday and Tuesday. But in La Crescenta and Montrose, stuffy school officials declined, so it was up to parents and kids to declare their own unofficial “snow day.” Most families did, as only 15 percent of the kids at Clark Junior High showed up on Monday morning.
Many people took photos of themselves playing in the snow, making snowmen, and even skiing down the steep streets of the valley. The local paper reported that camera stores were mobbed to replenish stocks of film. Even local merchants jumped on the photography train. Rebal’s Market in Verdugo City (“the store that made Verdugo City famous,”)their advertising joked) ran a snow photograph contest. The submissions would be posted in the front window of the store, and the first-place prize was to be $25 in merchandise.
Driving, of course, became a problem. The wind-blown snow initially made for blinding conditions, but after a couple of icy nights, slipping and sliding became the problem. Those heavy rear-wheel drive cars of that era handled poorly on ice. Vehicles were often abandoned when they couldn’t negotiate our hills. Accidents were common. Our local ambulance service was busy, and even found itself doing double-duty as a tow truck.
One gentleman answered a frantic knock on his door at 3 a.m. on Tuesday night. His young neighbors, expecting a baby and now in labor, couldn’t get their car out of their driveway. It took him 45 minutes, slipping and sliding all the way, to get them to a Glendale hospital. On his way home, he couldn’t get up the hill, so abandoned his car and walked the last half mile.
A resident reported seeing his neighbor who regularly got a lift to work, come out to the curb with an armful of firewood. He built a small campfire to warm himself while waiting for his ride.
And in 1949, just like today, water was a pressing issue, and the snow was welcomed for the water it would provide. “Record Breaking Snowfall Increases Water Resources” was a headline in the local paper. The Crescenta Valley was dependent on groundwater for all its drinking water. Colorado River Water was still a few years away. A drought plagued the burgeoning valley population. In 1948 there was less than two and a half inches of rainfall, and in 1949 only five inches.
Because of the drought, some water sources dried up entirely, leaving some homes with no water at all. Glendale stepped in with emergency water. Many residents felt it was better to go with big city water, and so voted to annex to Glendale. That drought forever changed the Crescenta Valley, and this snowfall wasn’t enough to change that.
But back to the snow, many adult residents were new to Southern California, having moved from snowy eastern states. They were somewhat blasé about the event, stating they’d seen worse, and joking that they were “goin’ back to Iowa”. But one resident on Alabama Street expressed the same joy the kids did. “We came here in 1937, so this is the first time I’ve ever been in a snowstorm out here. I think the North Pole fell over and we got the big end. It was very beautiful!”
By Mary O’KEEFEJust as we were getting used to the rain—it started to snow. Over the weekend many throughout Southern California were surprised, and delighted, to see beautiful, huge flakes of snow falling from the sky without the help of Hollywood special effects.Some may have remembered the snow “storm” in 1989 in Los Angeles and Ventura counties that had surfers taking photos of snow on Malibu beaches but Saturday’s snow seemed to be something for the record books.“The [Angeles] Cre...
By Mary O’KEEFE
Just as we were getting used to the rain—it started to snow. Over the weekend many throughout Southern California were surprised, and delighted, to see beautiful, huge flakes of snow falling from the sky without the help of Hollywood special effects.
Some may have remembered the snow “storm” in 1989 in Los Angeles and Ventura counties that had surfers taking photos of snow on Malibu beaches but Saturday’s snow seemed to be something for the record books.
“The [Angeles] Crest was closed due to mud and rock slides,” said California Highway Patrol Officer Jonathan Boyd.
That was due to the rain that preceded the snow, then with the snowfall the roads remained closed and more closures were added.
As of Wednesday Angeles Crest Highway SR 2 was closed from Islip Saddle to 2.6 miles west of Big Pine, and from the LA/San Bernardino County line to the Junction of SR 138 due to snow. Chains are required on many roads as well and conditions change quickly. To get information on roads go to roads.dot.ca.gov or call (800) 427-7623.
“A lot of the major roads [in the Angeles National Forest] were closed over the weekend,” said Dana Dierkes, Angele National Forest spokesperson.
Over the weekend Montrose Search and Rescue (MSAR) had one activation to the Mount Wilson area, when one of the facility managers at the top asked for assistance because water was flooding an area that had sensitive electrical equipment, said Sgt. John Gilbert, LA Sheriff’s Dept. MSAR coordinator.
“We responded along with LA County Fire. The road conditions were so poor, none of us were able to make it up there. The snow was too deep. Thankfully the issue began to resolve itself and the response was canceled,” Gilbert added.
Three homes in La Cañada Flintridge were severely affected by the rainy weather on Sunday with a mudslide.
LA County Fire Station 82 responded to the 460 block of Paulette Place, along with deputies from the CV Sheriff Station.
“Shortly after 4 p.m. [on Sunday], firefighters responded to the area of Paulette Place and Paradise Canyon Lane in the City of La Cañada Flintridge for a reported mud/debris flow incident. Upon arrival, firefighters found that the hillside behind two residences on Paulette Place gave way resulting in mud and debris flow into the rear of two homes, significantly damaging one residence. The home at the top of the hillside on Noren Street was undamaged. This incident likely occurred sometime between early Saturday morning and Sunday afternoon when the residents returned home and called 911,” said Maria Grycan, LACoFD spokeswoman.
La Cañada Flintridge Building and Safety responded and yellow-tagged two residences on Paulette Place. The residence on Noren was not tagged, said Susan Koleda, director of community development at the City of La Cañada Flintridge.
Koleda explained that yellow tagging means that part of the house has been deemed uninhabitable, but not all of the house had been determined unsafe.
The weekend rainfall and snowfall totals were impressive. According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), from Thursday through Sunday La Cañada Flintridge recorded 9.29 inches of rain, Pasadena had 8.11 inches and Eagle Rock Reservoir had 8.14. La Crescenta saw 2 inches of snow in the 2000 to 1500 foot elevation, Mt. Wilson saw 40 inches of snow, and the highest snowfall in the area was at Mountain High with 93 inches of snow.
There was a small window of drying out on Sunday, then Monday night through Wednesday there was more rain with La Cañada Flintridge recording 2.32 inches. There was snow as well in the area but it melted quickly.
The rest of the week, according to NOAA, should be dryer through the weekend but another storm may be making its way toward Southern California by early next week.
Last night through this morning the National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory, as it is going to be cold with wind gusts up to 50 miles per hour. The Advisory is from last night at 10 p.m. to 10 a.m. today.
Gilbert wants to remind those who may want to travel up the Crest or take a winter hike that conditions are constantly changing.
“The conditions have been so tough that rescues cannot be guaranteed. We normally do not have these issues since our weather is favorable for our response or a helicopter extraction. As of late, helicopters are not able to go through the clouds and our ground travel is extremely delayed,” Gilbert said.
And for those who are not going to the mountains but just driving on the roadways and highways during the rain storms CHP reminds drivers to just slow down.
“When it comes to conditions like [the recent rainfall] people may or may not know how water builds up on the freeway creating [puddles] that build especially on elevated runways and walls,” Boyd said.
He added that carpool lanes along with lanes one and four on the freeways can be dangerous as water pools form there that are not seen until the vehicle’s tires go into the water.
Boyd said CHP receives numerous calls concerning spin-outs due to drivers losing control in these kinds of conditions.
In addition to the rain and snow there has been a lot of fog. Boyd reminds drivers to keep their headlights on low beams and not to stop on the roadway unless it is an emergency.
“Try not to drive through standing water and be cautious when using your brakes when driving in snow and ice,” he said. “And simply slow down.”
By Mary O’KEEFESouthern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) are asking for the people to participate in a public forum concerning the SoCalGas’ 2024 General Rate Case application.The public is encouraged to make comments and raise concerns with the CPUC’s Administrative Law Judge who is overseeing this rate increase request.SoCalGas filed an application with the CPUC last May, before the dramatic increases in natural gas bills. The application also inc...
By Mary O’KEEFE
Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) are asking for the people to participate in a public forum concerning the SoCalGas’ 2024 General Rate Case application.
The public is encouraged to make comments and raise concerns with the CPUC’s Administrative Law Judge who is overseeing this rate increase request.
SoCalGas filed an application with the CPUC last May, before the dramatic increases in natural gas bills. The application also included a request to include more price increases to be implemented until 2027.
“The request is a detailed projection of what it will cost to safely, reliably, and sustainably deliver energy to the company’s nearly 22 million consumers from 2024 to 2027,” stated the SoCalGas website. “Our rate request will allow us to modernize and upgrade our infrastructure so that we can maintain and enhance long-term reliability and safety for our customers; support the growth of more diverse renewable energy options, and retain and reward the most talented energy professionals, so they can continue delivering the safe, clean, and reliable energy and superior customer service our customers deserve.”
According to their website if the rate increase is approved, customers will see an increase of about $8.62 per month in 2024; however, individual customer bills may vary.
The hearings, also known as Public Participation Hearings are to be held virtually on March 6 beginning at 2 p.m. Access can be via phone by calling (800) 857-1917, or webcast by going to adminmonitor.com/ca/cpuc The passcode is 1767567#
Another meeting will be on March 15 at 6 p.m., calling in (800) 957-1917 and webcast go to adminmonitor.com/ca/cpuc Passcode is 1767567#
People can also write comments at any time during the proceeding at apps.cpuc.ca.gov/c/A2205015.
In a Feb. 2022 article CVW covered the previous SoCal Gas rate hike.
Customers found their bill had increased as much as 200% from 2021. Natural gas prices are heavily regulated in California with the CPUC calculating and approving rates based on (1) the cost of natural gas on the international market, (2) transportation costs and (3) public-purpose surcharges that fund natural gas related programs. And according to SoCal Gas’ Natural Gas Rates Explained page, only about 8% of billed revenue goes toward a return on SoCalGas’ investment in the gas system.
Two rate changes were approved by the CPUC in 2019 and went into effect on Jan. 1 2022 which led in part to increases in billing. The rate changes included an updated transportation rate and an updated commodity procurement rate designed to support infrastructure upgrades and energy diversification. These increases led to a 110% increase in the base procurement rate for natural gas compared to 2021.
SoCalGas also faced lawsuits and fines including a $10 million fine handed down in 2022 by the CPUC for improperly using ratepayer money to lobby public officials and fight against standards designed to make homes and businesses more energy efficient. Days before that fine was issued, SoCalGas agreed to a $1.5 million settlement that alleged It failed to warn customers about possible exposure to toxic chemicals. In 2021, the company agreed to a $1.8 billion settlement over the 2016 Aliso Canyon facility blowout.
For people struggling to pay their utility bills, SoCalGas and the state of California also offer a number of assistance programs. More information on assistance programs can be found at: https://www.socalgas.com/save-money-and-energy.
SoCalGas offers several energy-saving tips on its website at https://www.socalgas.com/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-tips-tools.
Justin HAGER contributed to this article
Memories to last a lifetime…There is something special about events that bring our community together. Like many, I was surprised by the Saturday snow day and delighted to watch all the children, adults and business owners marvel over the fact that we were indeed in a winter wonderland. May we continue to find moments that bring us joy and create memories to last a lifetime.As we move into spring, the MVCC has an exciting slew of events. We hope you will join us as we unearth a piece of Montrose history, dine out with ...
There is something special about events that bring our community together. Like many, I was surprised by the Saturday snow day and delighted to watch all the children, adults and business owners marvel over the fact that we were indeed in a winter wonderland. May we continue to find moments that bring us joy and create memories to last a lifetime.
As we move into spring, the MVCC has an exciting slew of events. We hope you will join us as we unearth a piece of Montrose history, dine out with Pepe’s Mexican Restaurant, celebrate Easter and showcase local breweries and food vendors.
Meet the newest business member of the MVCC:
-Elevate/STRUT Hydration Room – Health and wellness clinic that offers vitamin hydration & injections. Treating cold/flu/virus, recovery of injury, workout, treating chronic conditions to aid in recovery and support of immunity. www.strutfitnessstudio.com/massagetherapy
…and welcoming back renewing members:
-Optum – Optum is committed to making health care work better, leading the way to better experiences, better health, and lower costs for you. www.optum.com/california
-Nettechy – A computer network consulting company that provides network design, installation and support, server and workstation support, network security, data recovery, hardware upgrades and software installations. www.nettechy.com
-LA Musica Therapy – Provides individualized and group-based music lessons and music therapy for individuals with special needs. www.lamusicatherapy.com
-Andy’s Transfer and Storage – We offer customizable moving and storage services. We specialize in local, long distance, international, corporate, and commercial moving services. www.andysmoving.com
-Giuseppe’s Pizzeria – We pride ourselves on quality food and service. www.montrosepizza.com
-J’s Maintenance – Your cleaning partner since 1969 who offers a full-service program to exceed your expectations and stay within your budget. www.jsmaintenance.com
-Robbin’s Nest Preschool – Established in 1975 and recognized for excellence in the community, they help Kindergarteners and Preschoolers develop intellectually, emotionally, and socially. www.robbinsnestpreschool.com
-Arktos Wealth Management – As a Certified Financial Planner™, we have the experience, knowledge, and independence to guide you through life’s important transitions. www.arktoswealth.com
-Grayson’s Tune Town – Bringing the community breathtaking guitars, thought provoking lessons, and quality repairs since 1953. www.graysonstunetown.com
-Clear Minded Marketing – A digital marketing service that offers everything from paid ads, to social media content, to website design. www.clearmindedmarketing.com
MVCC and Member Updates/Upcoming Events:
-Saturday, 3/18/23 at 5p.m. – Unearth a Piece of Montrose History
Join us as we dig up and open a community time capsule that was buried at Montrose Library in March 1993. Montrose Library is located at 2465 Honolulu Ave.
-Wednesday, 3/22/23 from 11a.m.-8:30p.m. – MVCC Dine Night Out at Pepe’s Mexican Restaurant located at 2272 Honolulu Ave.
Drop your receipt in the provided box and 15% of your check will go towards the 2024 MVCC Scholarship Fund. Alcohol sales not included in the 15%. Thank you in advance!
-Wednesday, 4/5/23 at 6p.m. – Easter Mixer with Aligned Construction Co.
There will be drinks, food, opportunity drawings, and Easter themed networking games. Members: $10, Guests: $15. Aligned Construction is located at 3440-B Foothill Blvd.
-Sunday, 4/9/23 – MVCC 3rd Annual Egg My Home
Let the MVCC scatter eggs on your lawn early Easter morning for a fun surprise for your kids, grandkids or even adult neighbors. Orders can be placed at bit.ly/eggmyhome3
-Sunday, 4/30/23 from 12p.m.-4p.m. – 8th Annual Montrose Craft Beer Fest
Tickets can be purchased at bit.ly/2023cbf
Special Thank You:
We want to thank everyone who dined out with us at Giuseppe’s last month. The MVCC is working hard to get back to the missions we paused in 2020, one being the MVCC Scholarship. We are not just committed to local businesses and the community, but our schools as well.
Stay warm and we hope you will continue to make memories that will last a lifetime with us.
-Molly Burke
MVCC Interim Executive Director
By Robin GOLDSWORTHYThe historic La Crescenta Woman’s Club held a fundraising night of bingo on Saturday at the clubhouse on La Crescenta Avenue. Nearly 200 people gathered among the tables set up for the evening, ready to holler “bingo!” and bring home some prize money.Among the dignitaries that called numbers for the games was City of Glendale mayor Ardy Kassakhian, State Senator Anthony Portantino and Crescenta Valley Water District director Kerry Erickson.Club president Danette Erickson welcomed the...
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY
The historic La Crescenta Woman’s Club held a fundraising night of bingo on Saturday at the clubhouse on La Crescenta Avenue. Nearly 200 people gathered among the tables set up for the evening, ready to holler “bingo!” and bring home some prize money.
Among the dignitaries that called numbers for the games was City of Glendale mayor Ardy Kassakhian, State Senator Anthony Portantino and Crescenta Valley Water District director Kerry Erickson.
Club president Danette Erickson welcomed the night’s guests and spotlighted the various dignitaries that attended including Assemblymember Laura Friedman and CV Town Council members Harry Leon and Donna Libra.
The organizer of the fundraiser, which benefitted the American Legion Post 288 and VFW Post 1614, was Silvana Casalegno, who recruited family members to help with the evening’s festivities.
The La Crescenta Woman’s Club boasts a rich history. In 1908 a few women formed the Little Literature Circle, meeting in homes to discuss books and the problems of the day. On May 18, 1911 a group of these women gathered together to form an organization for the development and improvement of the community, the beginning of the oldest woman’s organization in the area. Mrs. Seymour Thomas was president in 1918 when the club had amassed a whopping $436!
On Feb 12, 1924 the club became part of the General and California Federated Clubs. The General Federation of Women Clubs is the oldest service organization in the world.
Escrow on the property on which the clubhouse was built closed in December 1924 and the clubhouse was erected in 1925. On May 1, 1925 the cornerstone of the clubhouse was placed. The first meeting in the new clubhouse was held on Oct. 14, 1925.
The organization was incorporated in 1931 and changed its name to The La Crescenta Woman’s Club.
The La Crescenta Woman’s Club has been a dynamic organization since its inception. A scholarship fund was started in 1949 by President Roberta Kurtz to provide financial assistance to local graduating seniors intending to attend college.
The club’s 50th anniversary was celebrated in 1961 with a vote to enlarge the clubhouse, adding a tearoom, dressing room and a half bath, which was completed in 1962. Unfortunately, disaster struck the club in November 1965 when an arsonist set a fire that extensively damaged the clubhouse, especially the beloved tearoom. While the clubhouse was being rebuilt the American Legion offered its facilities for the LCWC Christmas Tea and Boutique.
More than 100 years later, remembered are the dedicated women who gave so generously of their time to assist in the advancement and general welfare of the community. Friendship, fellowship and philanthropy are still the aims of the La Crescenta Woman’s Club.
The philanthropies of the LCWC are supported by renting the clubhouse and through fundraisers, like Saturday night’s bingo and the upcoming Fritz Coleman Comedy Night planned for April 29.
Danette Erickson supplied much of the historical information in this article.
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9551 Lucas Ranch Rd
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
909.948.7700
San Diego Branch
9379 Frost-Mar Place
San Diego, CA 92121
619.498.1920
Southwest USA
You can rent, buy or modify steel containers at our branches in AZ, CA and CO.
800.686.9114
Nationwide
If you’re interested in buying or modifying steel containers, we can help you nationwide.
800.686.9114
We lease and sell new and used ISO steel shipping containers and ground-mounted mobile offices for construction, commercial and residential moving and storage in Arizona, California and Colorado. Our certified fabrication experts also modify custom shipping containers you can buy nationwide. No matter your industry or business, we can fit your unique needs.
