Pictured (l-r) standing is Marianne Crane and Lynn Edmonds, then new members Christina Villasenore, Sue Zeider and Janey Munoz, followed by Cathy Krushell and Jane David. Sitting in the front is new member Ellen Dewey. Welcome ladies! Submitted by Jane Daivd.
Pictured (l-r) standing is Marianne Crane and Lynn Edmonds, then new members Christina Villasenore, Sue Zeider and Janey Munoz, followed by Cathy Krushell and Jane David. Sitting in the front is new member Ellen Dewey. Welcome ladies! Submitted by Jane Daivd.
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Submitted by Brian Wilson.

The Fillmore Lions Club, chartered on August 15, 1927, recently celebrated their 90th anniversary.

Members of the Fillmore Lions Club are very visible in the community. Some of the most visible events include the Highway 126 Cleanup, Annual November Enchilada Dinner, Christmas Parade, Fourth of July Fireworks Booth and the May Festival Bingo Booth.

Lions is an International organization of about 1.35 million men and women in 207 countries. In 1925 Helen Keller challenged Lions to become "knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness," the Lions accepted. Today, sight programs remain one of Lions defining causes. For nearly 100 years, Lions Club members Internationally have worked on projects designed to prevent blindness, restore eyesight and improve eye health and eye care for hundreds of millions of people worldwide.

The Fillmore Lions Club is involved in many international and local community service projects. They include; Scholarships for local Fillmore High School Seniors, the Scout Foundation to help maintain the Fillmore Scout House, where the Fillmore Lions also meet on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 7:00 PM, financial assistance to local Fillmore residents and students in need of examinations and if needed eye glasses, Peace Poster Contest for Middle School, students to enter a poster in the District 4-A3 Lions Annual Peace Poster Contest, and the Lions Student Speaker Contest, sponsoring a local Fillmore High School student to enter the District 4-A3.

Monies raised by the Fillmore Lions Club through projects such as their Fourth of July Fireworks sales are designated annually to many other organizations within Fillmore: The Fillmore Art Show, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Boys and Girls Club, Boy Scout House Foundation, Grad Nite Live, Fillmore Pageant, Friends of the Library, Santa Clara Valley Hospice, Fillmore Little League, AYSO, Relay for Life, Fillmore High School athletics, Fillmore Historical Society, and Koats for Kids.

 


 
Photo of the Week "Brush Creek falls, north of Kernville" by Bob Crum. Photo data: ISO 320, Canon EF-S 15-85 lens @63mm, f/11, 1/80 second.
Photo of the Week "Brush Creek falls, north of Kernville" by Bob Crum. Photo data: ISO 320, Canon EF-S 15-85 lens @63mm, f/11, 1/80 second.
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Overwhelmed!
Bob Crum
Bob Crum

Last week I asked y'all about your preferences, desires and expectations. Get more technical or stay the course i.e. relate photography experiences while imparting tech details.

Hundreds responded. Awesome! Thanks!

Only a few stated they prefer more technical info. Focus stacking... HDR... timelapse etc. However, presenting tech info without illustrations is challenging in a column. But I'll try when logically feasible.

Some unmentionables boldly requested that I reveal my mermaid boudoir photography secrets. If you're one of them, best that you don't hold your breath.

The majority voted for more of the same. I can do that!

Recall last week. I discussed techniques for photographing vibrant fall foliage. To refresh, a polarizing filter reduces – if not eliminates - glare. It also helps to capture the richness of the colors.

Time of day to shoot is important. Richly colored leaves are photographed at their best at dawn. Awakening before the rooster crows is often necessary in order to get to a predetermined location at sunrise for that oh-so rewarding photo. Golden hour at sundown also a great time.

Location is also important. But how does one determine the best location in relation to the sunrise and at the prime time? Hark! I have the answer: The Photographer's Ephemeris.

The Photographer's Ephemeris (TPE) helps plan outdoor photography shoots in natural light. It’s a map-centric sun and moon calculator: see how the light will fall on the land, day or night, for any location on earth.

Created for photographers by a photographer in 2009, TPE is a software tool available for desktop and mobile devices to help you plan outdoor photography shoots to ensure the best possible natural light. You'll find it here: http://photoephemeris.com/.

The Ephemeris is not without a little learning curve but easily learned with a modicum of determination... i.e... you can do it.

I have used the Ephemeris often. For example, to photograph a Brush Creek waterfall north of Kernville. (See photo of the Week) Early morning puts the waterfall in shadow because the sun rises behind it. High noon not the best time. So what is? I can enter the GPS location of the falls into the Ephermeris – or locate it on the Ephermeris map – and follow the arc of the sun throughout the day. Alas, I will discover that I have a 45 minute window as the sun sets in the west but before it dips below the mountains. You see, now I know just how much time I have for a lunch break and a nap and be on scene at exactly the best time. Love it!

The TPE can be used for any scene at any GPS location. Most times I do pre-planning at home with Google Earth and TPE. But I also have TPE on my LG V3 cellphone just in case I discover a great new location along the way. Download TPE and learn it. It's very useful.

When you head for the hills, expect to move around. A compelling image consists of great composition. Don't just take a snapshot (gasp!) and leave. Move around with a creative eye looking for a different perspective. Sometimes moving only a few feet nails a better composition. When I arrive upon a scene, I'll take a moment to scan it and soak it all in before lifting the camera. This provides an opportunity to determine how to best capture the rapture. I'll take several photos from various spots... at least as many as the terrain permits without falling off a cliff... striving to capture the most compelling photograph. Accept the challenge. Go! Enjoy!

Happy photoing!

Send your comments, questions or suggestions to bob@fillmoregazette.com

 
In Sacramento this past weekend the City of Fillmore was represented by eight Fillmore Firefighter personal in the Sacramento Firefighter Memorial Parade. Photos courtesy Fillmore Fire Department.
In Sacramento this past weekend the City of Fillmore was represented by eight Fillmore Firefighter personal in the Sacramento Firefighter Memorial Parade. Photos courtesy Fillmore Fire Department.
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Fillmore Fire Chief Keith Gurrola holds the memorial flag for inductee Rigo Landeros at the Sacramento Firefighters Memorial Ceremony. The flag was presented to the Landeros Family and his name was etched in the memorial wall.
Fillmore Fire Chief Keith Gurrola holds the memorial flag for inductee Rigo Landeros at the Sacramento Firefighters Memorial Ceremony. The flag was presented to the Landeros Family and his name was etched in the memorial wall.
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On Thursday, September 28th the Old Glory Relay’s Red, White and Blue Team passed through Fillmore on their 4,600 mile journey to Tampa, Florida to show support for our veterans. Old Glory Relay’s Team Red, White and Blue (RWB), a nonprofit organization, left Seattle on September 11th, starting a two month journey to Florida. Team members can walk, run or bike as they go the 4,600 mile journey. Their mission is to enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. Team RWB is transforming the way that America supports its veterans as they transition from service member to civilian. "It was a pretty big deal for me last year. For the first time in about 11 years since I got out of active duty, I started to feel like being a veteran was a good thing and it had a huge impact on me personally," Shannon Smyth said, Captain of the Eugene Chapter of the RWB. The relay is all about supporting veterans, and they will be carrying one flag over 4,600 miles from Seattle, WA to Tampa, FL. 10,000 people will have touched the flag in the 62 days it takes to run it across the country, including 70 to 300 veterans. They are hoping to arrive in Tampa on November 11, Veteran's Day. Sponsors include Microsoft, Westfield, TrueCar, Starbucks, Comcast NBC Universal, Schultz Family Foundation, and Military. Go to www.teamrwb.org for more information.
On Thursday, September 28th the Old Glory Relay’s Red, White and Blue Team passed through Fillmore on their 4,600 mile journey to Tampa, Florida to show support for our veterans. Old Glory Relay’s Team Red, White and Blue (RWB), a nonprofit organization, left Seattle on September 11th, starting a two month journey to Florida. Team members can walk, run or bike as they go the 4,600 mile journey. Their mission is to enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. Team RWB is transforming the way that America supports its veterans as they transition from service member to civilian. "It was a pretty big deal for me last year. For the first time in about 11 years since I got out of active duty, I started to feel like being a veteran was a good thing and it had a huge impact on me personally," Shannon Smyth said, Captain of the Eugene Chapter of the RWB. The relay is all about supporting veterans, and they will be carrying one flag over 4,600 miles from Seattle, WA to Tampa, FL. 10,000 people will have touched the flag in the 62 days it takes to run it across the country, including 70 to 300 veterans. They are hoping to arrive in Tampa on November 11, Veteran's Day. Sponsors include Microsoft, Westfield, TrueCar, Starbucks, Comcast NBC Universal, Schultz Family Foundation, and Military. Go to www.teamrwb.org for more information.
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Pictured are Ret. Lt. Col. John Willis and Dan Menrique USMC.
Pictured are Ret. Lt. Col. John Willis and Dan Menrique USMC.
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Flags were lowered all over America in memory of the Las Vegas shooting victims who lost their lives in the October 1st massacre.
Flags were lowered all over America in memory of the Las Vegas shooting victims who lost their lives in the October 1st massacre.
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Ventura County Sheriff's Department
Ventura County Sheriff's Department

On 09/22/17, a residence on the 700 block of Third Street was burglarized and the victim’s vehicle was stolen. On 09/30/17, a concerned citizen contacted the Fillmore Police Department, reporting a suspicious subject was possibly in the residence. Upon deputies arrival at the residence, the victim’s stolen vehicle was in the driveway and deputies contacted (S) James Mabb inside the residence.

During the investigation, Mabb was found to have two felony warrants out of Los Angeles County. When searched, Mabb was in possession of property belonging to the victim, along with a small amount of suspected methamphetamine. Mabb was also suspected of being under the influence of a controlled substance.

Based on witness statements, it was determined Mabb was the sole driver of the stolen vehicle. A search of the vehicle was conducted and property belonging to the burglary victim, including a loaded handgun, ammunition, and personal information of the victim’s used for identity theft, was found inside the vehicle. Mabb is a convicted felon and is prohibited from possessing any firearms and ammunition.

Mabb was arrested for multiple felony charges including being in possession of a firearm while under the influence, residential burglary, auto theft and identity theft. Mabb was booked at the Main Jail in Ventura, Ca.

Prepared by: Deputy Tumbleson 4673
Approved by: Captain Fryhoff

 
On Sunday, October 1st at approximately 5pm crews responded to a stabbing in the 300 block of Fillmore Street. Injuries were non-life threatening, and the incident is still under investigation. Photo courtesy Fillmore Fire Department.
On Sunday, October 1st at approximately 5pm crews responded to a stabbing in the 300 block of Fillmore Street. Injuries were non-life threatening, and the incident is still under investigation. Photo courtesy Fillmore Fire Department.
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Pictured above is a crow that was found wounded on the sidewalk by what seems to be a pellet gun. Photos courtesy Two
Rivers Park Blog.
Pictured above is a crow that was found wounded on the sidewalk by what seems to be a pellet gun. Photos courtesy Two Rivers Park Blog.
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“Today 9/30/17 at 11:15am when driving north on Old Telegraph just past B street I saw a Crow fall out of the sky into the middle of the road. I stopped the car and the Crow was still alive. I didn’t know what happened but picked up the bird and moved it out of the street. I also noticed another Crow injured on the ground on the sidewalk. I then heard what sounded like a pellet gun being shot. This shot sounded like it came from one of the 3 houses on Meadowlark that are closest to B street. I drove to the County Fire Department and reported it and also reported it to the Sheriff and Animal Control. I went back to check on the birds and the one I moved out of the street had died and the other wouldn’t let me catch him and hopped off into the bushes. It looks like it has a broken wing and I’m sure it won’t survive. Please keep your eyes and ears open for dead birds in this area and if you observe anything please report it. Whoever is doing this is just shooting birds out of the sky for no reason and next they may decided that family pets are also fun to shoot for no reason.” Courtesy 2RiversParkBlog

 
Fillmore Unified School Board
Fillmore Unified School Board
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Child Nutrition Services Announcement
The Fillmore Unified School District is providing Community Feeding this October during the Fall Break. Through the week of October 16th—20th, 2017 the Fillmore Unified School District along with the United States Department of Agriculture will offer meals to school age children ages 18 years old or younger at no cost.

The community feeding program will be available at:
Mountain Vista Elementary School from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

There are no application forms for parents or guardians to fill out. All meals are served in a group setting, at no cost to the child. The menu will be available on the Fillmore Unified School District Website under Child Nutrition Supper Menu. Please feel free to contact the Child Nutrition Department with any questions about this program.

Staff Recommendation to Accept the Initial Proposal from the Fillmore Unified School District to the Fillmore Unified Teachers Association
The Board accepted the initial proposal from Fillmore Unified School District to the Fillmore Unified Teachers Association.

Staff Recommendation to Accept the Initial Proposal from the Fillmore Unified School District to the California School Employees Association Chapter #421
The Board accepted the initial proposal from Fillmore Unified School District to California School Employees Association.

Staff Recommendation to Accept the Initial Proposal from the Fillmore Unified Teachers Association
The Board accepted the initial proposal from the Fillmore Unified Teachers Association.

Personnel Recommendations
The Board approved all personnel recommendations including new hires, promotions, resignations and leaves.