Wafic Khalil

Los Angeles

Editor-in-Chief at Colorado Boulevard

Art is love made visible. Editor-in-Chief of https://t.co/B8WFhq0LDO. When I'm not writing, I may be recording, filming, or discovering nature.

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Wish Rembrandt a Happy Birthday This Weekend in Pasadena

Jul 15, 2023 | coloradoboulevard.net | Wesley Reutimann |Wafic Khalil |Katlyn Ong |Carol Edger Germain

View Rembrandt’s self-portrait and wish him a happy birthday at the Norton Simon Museum this weekend. By News DeskRembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (simply known as Rembrandt) was born July 15, 1606. In Rembrandt’s Self-Portrait (c. 1636–38) he “portrays himself as an artist of status and accomplishment by virtue of his velvet beret, his rich gown and the gold chain around his neck.
Two Muir Mustangs in Water Polo Junior Olympics

Jul 15, 2023 | coloradoboulevard.net | Wesley Reutimann |Wafic Khalil |Katlyn Ong |Carol Edger Germain

Thor Samuel and Brian Sanchez from John Muir High School in Pasadena have been selected to compete this weekend in the Water Polo Junior Olympics. By News Desk Thor Samuel, a student at Muir High School will be representing the Rose Bowl Water Polo Club on the 16U team, while Brian Sanchez, a recent Muir graduate, will be competing with the 18U Rose Bowl Water Polo Club Team. The Water Polo Junior Olympics is a tournament that attracts teams from across the state and country.
This Weekend’s Selection of Movies and Music

Jul 14, 2023 | coloradoboulevard.net | Wesley Reutimann |Wafic Khalil |Katlyn Ong |Carol Edger Germain

Spruce up this weekend with a movie and concert. By News DeskMoviesI Can Only Imagine July 14, 2023 1:00 pm Location Pasadena Senior Center 85 E Holly St. Pasadena, CA 91103The inspiring and previously unknown true story behind MercyMe’s beloved chart-topping song that brings ultimate hope to so many is a gripping reminder of the power of true forgiveness. OZootopia July 15, 2023 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Location Alhambra Park Bandshell 500 N Palm Ave.
South Pasadena Needs Your Input on Organics Recycling

Jul 13, 2023 | coloradoboulevard.net | Wesley Reutimann |Wafic Khalil |Katlyn Ong |Carol Edger Germain

The City of South Pasadena has been working with the City’s franchise waste hauler, Athens Services, to update the current service agreement to include organics collection services required by Senate Bill 1383. By News DeskAthens Services has provided several options for updating their service levels and Agreement, which was all shared with City Council at the May 17, 2023 City Council Meeting.
Blair Graduates Earn International Baccalaureate (IB) Diplomas and Certificates

Jul 13, 2023 | coloradoboulevard.net | Wesley Reutimann |Wafic Khalil |Katlyn Ong |Carol Edger Germain

Pasadena’s Blair High School announced that several of its 2023 graduates have earned the prestigious IB Diploma and IB Career Program Certificate. By News DeskThe Blair students’ awards were announced after their IB Exam scores were reviewed by the official IB organization. to determine that if the students qualified.
L.A. County Adopts Racial Equity Strategic Plan

Jul 13, 2023 | coloradoboulevard.net | Wesley Reutimann |Wafic Khalil |Katlyn Ong |Carol Edger Germain

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors (Board) has unanimously adopted a groundbreaking Countywide Racial Equity Strategic Plan with five strategic goals intended to improve the lives of residents and communities throughout Los Angeles County. By News DeskThe Board, acting on a motion by Supervisors Mitchell and Solis, declared its commitment to fostering meaningful and lasting change through the adoption of the Countywide Racial Equity Strategic Plan.
Pasadena Unified Schoolyards Get Green Grant

Jul 13, 2023 | coloradoboulevard.net | Wesley Reutimann |Wafic Khalil |Katlyn Ong |Carol Edger Germain

Special to ColoradoBoulevard.net:The “Natural Infrastructure – Watershed Discovery Campuses Pasadena Unified School District” was one of only six proposals, statewide, recommended for California Green Schoolyards funding. Wesley ReutimannWide expanses of impermeable, heat-absorbing asphalt are the norm at public school campuses across southern California.
South Pasadena High School Cafeteria Spruced Up

Jul 13, 2023 | coloradoboulevard.net | Wafic Khalil |Katlyn Ong |Carol Edger Germain |Cheryl Cabot

The South Pasadena High School cafeteria got a makeover this summer, with help from some student artists. By News DeskThe students painted the wall of the SPHS cafeteria’s Tiger Express with fresh fruits and vegetables to inspire healthy food choices. The improved express area will offer plant-based options such as fresh salads, fruit and yogurt parfaits, and veggie wraps.
Garvey Ranch Observatory in Monterey Park: A Brief History

Jul 13, 2023 | coloradoboulevard.net | Wafic Khalil |Katlyn Ong |Carol Edger Germain |Cheryl Cabot

Nestled in the hills of Monterey Park is Garvey Ranch park. Nestled in the east end of the park, at the end of the parking lot, is Garvey Ranch Observatory. By David NakamotoRichard Garvey Sr., an immigrant from Ireland, came to the area in 1858, and bought up much of the land that is now the City of Monterey Park. His son, Richard Garvey, Jr., started building the ranch house & observatory during the 1930s, but he died in a car accident in Mexico in 1948, and never finished the observatory.
Pasadena Student, Kaiya Jota, Is Goalie in 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup

Jul 13, 2023 | coloradoboulevard.net | Wesley Reutimann |Wafic Khalil |Katlyn Ong |Carol Edger Germain

As parents, we protect and provide for our kids, then make sure we promote great character. By Jim JotaI believe that is what my wife Ali and I have done for our daughters Asia and Kaiya. Our goal was to build the type of character that crossed all perceived boundaries of ethnicity, gender, religion, and social status.