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Turn Back Your Clocks: November 2, 2008

Turn Back Your Clocks: November 2, 2008 - Long Beach California

Turn Back Your Clocks: November 2, 2008

Don't forget to turn back your clocks one hour at 2:00 AM Sunday November 2, 2008

You don't want to show up in the right place at the wrong time, do you?

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Posted on November 01, 2008 03:27:16 by Laurie.Manny

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Your LAST Home - A Little Halloween Madness

Your Last Home

Graves of the Infamous

I know this is a little morbid, however it IS Halloween so bear with me here. Have you ever given any thought to YOUR last home? Your final resting place, that small slab of real estate that we don't really want to think about while we are still breathing. What exactly does that mean - final resting place? Is it really final?

A few years ago I visited the Hearst Castle in San Simeon California, a truly beautiful place. During the tour the guide pointed out very beautiful and ornate ancient caskets that adorned the gardens, mostly imported from Europe. I'm certain that means that a "final resting place" was disturbed. I'd haunt them for that, I'd drag chains through the hallways late at night and scare the crapiola out of them, all the while laughing maniacally!

Think about it. You are buried, money changes hands for eternal care, what does that mean? If I give you money today how long does it last? When several generations go by and memories of geneology has passed, your decendants have relocated and there isn't anybody left who remembers you, who pays for eternal care? Who cares anymore? Who even knows you are there? Where are the graves of 100's and 1000's of years ago? With the exception of few, they are lost forever.

Marilyn Monroe There is a limited amount of precious real estate allotted to cemeteries. We have a massive population and many generations have passed - what are they doing for space? Are they recycling the space when nobody is looking? Is the term "final resting place" just another scam? If they are recycling the space (and in my opinion they would have to over the long haul) what the heck are they doing with the remains? Hey I warned you that this was a little morbid!

So, who's grave would be safe? Celebrities? Probably, if they were major and remained a box office draw like Marilyn Monroe, heck they run bus tours to her grave in Westwood California, she remains an icon and will for a very long time, perhaps even into eternity?

Who would dare and disturb the graves of the Mafia Dons? I grew up in an Italian neighborhood in Middle Village, New York. The movie Goodfellas (shout out to Nicholas Pileggi for that movie) was written, based on a story, about a neighbor who lived down the block from my family, we went to school with his children. I can tell you for certain that if any of those graves were disturbed, even hundreds of years from now that all hell would break loose. The Italians have that family thing down pat.

Middle Village is located in Queens New York and is home to St. Johns Cemetery. Many of the mafia bosses are buried in this very established cemetery. My grandmother left us earlier this year which involved a trip back home. Many of my family members are buried in St. Johns, so I made the trek over there with my camera and took some pictures of the Mafia Dons graves and a few others too.

Abbundando Frank

Mafia hitman for Murder Inc.

Carlo Gambino

Mafia Boss

Vito Genovese

Mafia Boss

Abbundando Frank Mafia hitman for Murder Inc.

St. Johns is home to many opulent Last Homes, some of the famous, the infamous and the gentrified.

Last Homes 1

The graves of all the infamous at St Johns Cemetery can be viewed at Find A Grave

Last Homes 2

Paul Castellano was "Capo di tutti" "Boss of all Bosses" of the Gambino family.

Carlo Gambino is interred at St. Johns Cemetery, as is John Gotti, Vito Genovese and Lucky Luciano

Last Homes 3

Notable Figures Buried at St. Johns Cemetery

From Wikipedia

Politicians

Joseph Patrick Addabbo (1925-1986), US Congress
Victor L'Episcopo Anfuso (1905-1966), US Congress
Louis Gary Clemente (1908-1968), US Congress
John F. Hylan (1868-1936), Mayor of New York City from 1918 to 1925

Organized crime

Salvatore D'Aquila (1878-1928), mafioso
Rosario Parrino (1890-1930), mafioso
Salvatore Maranzano (1886-1931), mafioso
Harry Maione (1908-1942), mafioso
Lucky Luciano (1897-1962), mafioso
Joseph Profaci (1898-1962), mafioso
Vito Genovese (1897-1969), mafioso
Joseph Berardi (1903-1974), mafioso
Carlo Gambino (1902-1976), mafioso
Joe Colombo (1923-1978), mafioso
Carmine Galante (1910-1979), mafioso
John Dioguardi (1914-1979), mafioso
Frank Tieri (1904-1981), mafioso
Roy Albert DeMeo (1941-1983), mafioso
Paul Vario (1914-1988), mafioso
Wilfred Johnson, (1935-1988), mafioso
Carmine Fatico (1910-1991), mafioso
Philip Rastelli (1918-1991), mafioso
James Napoli (1911-1992), mafioso
Carmine Lombardozzi (1913-1992), mafioso
John Gotti (1940-2002), mafioso
Michael Jermain (1981-2005), reputed gang leader and drug trafficker
Vannie Higgins (1897-1932), Prohibition era Mob Boss and Rum Runner

Others

Ignazio Alcamo (1873-1959), anti-Fascist author, poet and anti-poverty activist
Emile Ardolino (1943-1993), filmmaker
Charles Atlas (1892-1972), body builder
William Henry Morin (1868-1935) Spanish-American War, Medal of Honor
Anne Cropsey (1906-2000) Award Winning Grandmother
Robert Mapplethorpe (1946-1989), artist
Louis E. Willett (1945-1967) Vietnam War, Medal of Honor
Frank Christi (1929-1982), actor
Thomas Joseph Nally (1919-2007), WWII Navy Captain, FBI Special Agent

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Posted on October 31, 2008 03:39:42 by Laurie.Manny

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The Golf courses of Long Beach California

The Golf courses of Long Beach CA

Bixby Village Golf Course, Bixby Village Course

The 9-hole ˜Bixby Village course at the Bixby Village Golf Course facility in Long Beach, California features 1,567 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 29. The course rating is 57.5 and it has a slope rating of 86. Designed by Ron Fream, the Bixby Village golf course opened in 1980.

6180 Bixby Village Dr

Long Beach, CA 90803-2001

(562) 498-7003

Recreation Park South Golf Course 18-Hole

This Municipal 18 hole Golf Course with over 6,317 yards with a par of 72. Billy Bell-designed layout is one of the oldest courses in Southern California.

Located among beautiful rolling hills, Recreation Park was constructed in 1917 and was originally known as Virginia Country Club. This very private club was opened to the public in 1931 and has since been known by its current name. Recreation Park, designated as one of the busiest golf courses in the nation, provides a night lighted driving range, practice greens, pro shop, full service restaurant and banquet facilities for up to 150 people.

5000 E. Anaheim

Long Beach, CA

(562) 494-5000

Recreation Park Golf Course 9-Hole

Located directly across 7th Street from the majestic 18-hole course, this nine-hole, par 29, executive facility affords guests a selection of shots and settings, which range from rolling hills to views of the Colorado Lagoon. This course also offers practice greens, a pro shop and food service.

5000 E 7th St

Long Beach, CA 90804-4340

(562) 438-4012

El Dorado Park Golf Course, El Dorado Park Course

The previous venue of the Queen Mary Open, this facility has now been selected as the site of the prestigious Long Beach Open. A magnificent 18-hole layout, El Dorado can truly be called a ˜players course, due to its expansive layout and numerous water hazards. Extensive practice facilities and full service restaurant are available at El Dorado.

2400 Studebaker Rd

Long Beach, CA 90815-2428

(562) 430-5411

Skylinks At Long Beach Golf Course, Skylinks Course

Directly across Lakewood Blvd., from the Long Beach Airport, this course provides an interesting blend of playing characteristics. Several water hazards and numerous bunkers await your errant shots, while excellent fairways and greens rewards your good play. This 18-hole course is a very enjoyable experience for all skill levels. Skylinks also offers a night lighted driving range, practice greens, a full service restaurant, bar and banquet facilities that can hold up to 150 people.

18 holes over 6,372 yards with a par of 72 (Municipal)

Skylinks Flyover Tour Video

4800 E Wardlow Rd

Long Beach, CA 90808-1737

(562) 421-3388

Heartwell Golf Course, Heartwell Course

18 holes over 2,143 yards with a par of 54 (Municipal)

For those seeking this alternative, this facility offers an extremely enjoyable 18-hole round of par 3 golf. With holes ranging from 85 to 140 yards, two water hazards and numerous sand traps, this course will test the skills of the most seasoned player, as well as remain exceptionally enjoyable for the beginner. This fully lighted course also boasts of its excellent practice range, full size chipping and putting greens, full service restaurant and a professionally staffed pro shop.

Click here for information about golf instruction for youth.
Click here for information about golf instruction for adults.

6700 E Carson St.

Long Beach, CA 90808-2297

(562) 421-8855

Virginia Country Club, Virginia Course

The 18-hole ˜Virginia course at the Virginia Country Club facility in Long Beach, California features 6,505 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is 70.9 and it has a slope rating of 128 on . Designed by William P. Bell, ASGCA/(R) Robert Muir Graves, ASGCA/Edward B. Dearie, Jr., the Virginia golf course opened in 1909. (Private Equity)

4602 N Virginia Road

Long Beach, CA 90807-1916

(562) 427-0924

Golf Courses near the City of Long Beach CA:

Within a 10 mile radius of Long Beach there is a large Selection of additional Golf Courses to enjoy:

Leisure World Seal Beach Golf Course, Leisure World Seal Beach Course

9 holes over 829 yards with a par of 27 (Private Equity)

Golden Rain & St Andrews

Seal Beach, CA 90740

(562) 431-6586

Old Ranch Country Club, Old Ranch Course

18 holes over 6,835 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity)

3901 Lampson Ave

Seal Beach, CA 90740-2756

(562) 596-4425

Lakewood Country Club & Tennis Center, Lakewood Course

18 holes over 7,045 yards with a par of 72 (Municipal)

3101 Carson St

Lakewood, CA 90712-4005

(562) 429-9711

Navy Golf Course, Executive Course

9 holes (Public)

5660 Orangewood Ave

Cypress, CA 90630-5550

(714) 889-1576

Navy Golf Course, Navy Course

18 holes (Public) and 9 hole Executive Course (Public)

5660 Orangewood Ave

Cypress, CA 90630-5550

(714) 889-1576

Meadowlark Golf Course, Meadowlark Course

18 holes over 5,609 yards with a par of 70 (Municipal)

16782 Graham St

Huntington Beach, CA 92649-3738

(714) 846-1364

SeaCliff Country Club, Sea Cliff Course

18 holes over 6,935 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity)

6501 Palm Ave

Huntington Beach, CA 92648-2698

(714) 536-7575

Cerritos Iron-Wood Nine, Cerritos Iron-Wood Nine Course

9 holes over 1,468 yards with a par of 29 (Municipal)

16449 Piuma Avenue

Cerritos, CA 90703-1530

(562) 916-8400

Harbor Park Golf Course, Harbor Park Course

9 holes over 3,200 yards with a par of 37 (Municipal)

1235 Figueroa Pl

Wilmington, CA 90744-2312

(310) 549-4953

David L. Baker Memorial Golf Course, David L. Baker Memorial Course

18 holes over 3,825 yards with a par of 62 (Municipal)

10410 Edinger Ave

Fountain Valley, CA 92708-1622

(714) 418-2152

Golf Resources on the Web:

Refer to our Long Beach City and Relocation Guide for more great Long Beach information.

Long Beach has many beautiful townhomes, homes and estates backing our lovely golf courses.

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HALLOWEEN History and Resources

Halloween

All Hallows Eve - The evening before All Saints Day

The history of Halloween places it's origins in the ancient Celt culture (Irish) as a festival known as Samhain. Samhain celebrates the end of harvest season and was a time to take stock of supplies and slaughter livestock (I am thankful for supermarkets) for the long hard winter season ahead. Ancient Celts believed that on All Hallows Eve the walls between the living and the dead overlapped. They believed that the dead would come back and wreak havoc on the crops and cause illness. Celts performed colorful rituals involving costumes and bonfires (I like parties) in an attempt to placate the evil spirits. Kinda creepy, huh?

The Irish potato Famine (1845-1849) resulted in the migration of some two million Irish to the United States who brought the holiday with them.

Halloween In the United States, Halloween has become the sixth most profitable holiday after Christmas, Mothers Day, Valentines Day, Easter and Fathers Day) and has become our second most popular holiday, which is marketed to children and adults alike. According to the National Retail Federation, the most popular Halloween costumes for adults are, in order: witch, pirate, vampire, cat and clown.

BIG research conducted a survey for the National Retail Federation in the United States and found that 53.3% of consumers planned to buy a costume for Halloween 2005, spending $38.11 on average (up 10 dollars from the year before). They were also expected to spend $4.96 billion in 2006, up significantly from just $3.29 billion the previous year.

The carved pumpkin, lit by a candle inside, is one of Halloween's most prominent symbols. This is an Irish tradition of carving a lantern which goes back centuries.

The jack-o'-lantern can be traced back to the Irish legend of Stingy Jack, a greedy, gambling, hard drinking old farmer who tricked the devil into climbing a tree, and trapped him by carving a cross into the trunk of the tree. In revenge, the devil placed a curse on Jack which dooms him to forever wander the earth at night. For centuries, the bedtime parable was told by Irish parents to their children. Reference Wikipedia

Here in Long Beach California we know how to do Howl'oween. Sunday, October 26, 2008 on 2nd Street in Belmont Shore 600+ of our beloved dogs gather for Justin Rudd's 7th Annual Haute Dog Howl'oween Parade and Pet Adoption Fair.

Sun., Oct. 26, 2:30 p.m. The s tart/finish is at Livingston Park, 4900 E. Livingston Dr. (@ Park Ave. in Belmont Shore), Long Beach, 90803. The 10-block sidewalk parade takes place on Second St. between Roycroft and Granada avenues and lasts about an hour. MAP