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Religion events in the San Fernando Valley, Sept. 17-24
Food drive for CSUN Food Pantry: The Community Concerns Committee at First Presbyterian Church of Granada Hills holds a non-perishable food drive to help stock the food pantry at Cal State University, Northridge, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 8:30-11:30 a.m. Sept. 18. The pantry benefits students who do not have much income for food while school is in session. Current needs: canned soups and other canned goods, pasta and dry boxed goods; also, hygiene items including soap, feminine products and shampoos. No glass containers or past-date items. Drive-thru and a church volunteer will unload your donation at 10400 Zelzah Ave., Northridge --Los Angeles Daily News
Scoresheet: A lost Sunday for Seahawks and Mariners
College women's soccer — Portland State lost 2-0 on the road to Cal State Northridge. --Portland Tribune
Petroteq Provides Corporate Update, New Executive and Board Appointments, Completion of Regulatory Advisory Committee Mandate and SEC Compliance Framework Extension
Mr. Cook is a Certified Public Accountant with almost 30 years of experience in public accounting, financial management, and professional consulting. Graduate from the California State University, Northridge, Bachelor of Science Degree, in 1995, he began his career with Arthur Andersen LLP, followed by Deloitte and Touche, LLP. --Albuquerque Express
Phonexa's Mara Garcia Named 'CFO to Watch' by San Fernando Valley Business Journal
Mara is a Certified Public Accountant who received her B.S. from California State University, Northridge, and obtained her CPA license from the California Board of Accountancy. She also serves as Vice President on the Board of Directors for CalCPA's LA Chapter. --Latin Biz Today
Phonexa's Mara Garcia Named 'CFO To Watch' By San Fernando Valley Business Journal'
Mara is a Certified Public Accountant who received her B.S. from California State University, Northridge, and obtained her CPA license from the California Board of Accountancy. She also serves as Vice President on the Board of Directors for CalCPA's LA Chapter. --MENA Financial Network
Council Votes to Take Over SCVHistory Archive, OK’s Funding
“I developed an interest in history and storytelling after this project, and I spent a lot of my free time on the weekends watching the History Channel and puttering in the garage, listening to family stories with my dad. I used this site for my schooling at Arroyo Seco Junior High, Saugus High School, College of the Canyons, Pierce College and California State University, Northridge.” --SCV News
Pasadena's Latino Heritage Festival Scheduled for October 1
The parade’s Grand Marshal is Liliana Pérez, Cultural Affairs Director for the Los Angeles Chargers. Pérez’s role with the Chargers involves building strategic partnerships within California’s dynamic and versatile economic, cultural and social sectors. Prior to joining the Chargers, Pérez worked in the public sector, holding senior leadership roles in the offices of six Speakers of the California Assembly, including then-Speaker Emeritus of the California Assembly, Antonio R. Villaraigosa. She has been recognized for her advocacy work on behalf of marginalized populations including the LGBTQ community, immigrants, and women and remains passionate about social justice, civil rights causes and is active with numerous organizations. Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, Pérez immigrated to Los Angeles in 1971 and attended California State University, Northridge. A true Angelina, Pérez enjoys the City’s culturally rich food offerings and social events as well as spending time with her mother, partner and three rescue fur babies. --ColoradoBoulevard.net
Beanie Babies at the SCAA Gallery
She graduated from CSUN with a bachelor’s in art with a concentration on illustration. “I always wanted to be an artist, since I was a little kid. I am excited to start my art career. As an artist we have a hard time knowing what to paint. Finding inspirations from Beanie Babies is what helped this project get started,” Martindale said. “Now that Beanie Babies are no longer loved like they use to be, it’s hard to find good homes for them.” --The Signal
SAMBAZON opens acai bowl concept on Cal State University campus
The SAMBAZON acai brand has opened a bowl concept at California State University in Northridge (CSUN). --Food Service Director
Latino Heritage Parade and Festival Scheduled For Saturday, Oct. 1
The parade’s Grand Marshal is Liliana Pérez, Cultural Affairs Director for the Los Angeles Chargers and the Community Grand Marshal is Yoland Trevino, founder and Executive Director of Pasadena/Altadena Coalition of Transformative Leaders (PACTL). Pérez’s role with the Chargers involves building strategic partnerships within California’s dynamic and versatile economic, cultural and social sectors. Prior to joining the Chargers, Pérez worked in the public sector, holding senior leadership roles in the offices of six Speakers of the California Assembly, including then-Speaker Emeritus of the California Assembly, Antonio R. Villaraigosa. She has been recognized for her advocacy work on behalf of marginalized populations including the LGBTQ community, immigrants, and women and remains passionate about social justice, civil rights causes and is active with numerous organizations. Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, Pérez immigrated to Los Angeles in 1971 and attended California State University, Northridge. A true Angelina, Pérez enjoys the City’s culturally rich food offerings and social events as well as spending time with her mother, partner and three rescue fur babies. --Pasadena Now