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John served as President of the San Fernando Valley Business and Professional Association, the San Fernando Valley Lincoln Club, and the Granada Hills Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of the Board of Directors for the Van Nuys Chamber of Commerce, the Calabasas Chamber of Commerce, and the Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross. He was also a member of the 51st District Agriculture Fair Board, appointed by Governor Wilson, and a member of the Advisory Committee for California State University, Northridge. In addition, John was the Western States Commander for the Order of St. Lazarus for 10 years and also served as Grand Commander. A musician who played several instruments and former member of the UCLA Bruin Marching Band and UCLA Alumni Band, John was a Founder of the Dorothy Chandler Music Center, member of the Board of Governors for the Glendale Symphony Orchestra, and served as Vice President for the Beverly Hills Pops. Lastly, he was involved in Little League for 19 years as a manager, coach, and umpire for his sons and their teammates in Van Nuys and Woodland Hills-Sunrise. -- Legacy.com

It is the 100th anniversary of the Martha Graham Dance Company, the longest-running dance company in the nation. The Times’ Steven Vargas has a look at this momentous commemoration, which will be kicked off by a three-year celebration that starts at the Soraya at Cal State Northridge in the fall. “We couldn’t fit it all into one season,” says Janet Eilber. “The company and Martha Graham’s influence is just so pervasive.” -- Los Angeles Times

Alva continued her career as dean of the College of Health and Human Development at Cal State Northridge and, later, provost and vice president for academic affairs at Cal Poly Pomona. -- Orange County Register

Despite balancing college applications and completing her merit badges, Rios was able to complete her Eagle project, which consisted of building an eco-friendly garden at her local high school, graduate from Saugus High School. In the future Rios hopes to take on a leadership role and inspire more young Latinas to join the BSA. She’s also majoring in biology at California State University Northridge and is passionate about preserving and protecting the environment. -- Hip Latina