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4 | July 11, 2019 | Malibu surfside news news malibusurfsidenews.com Malibu makes it a Fourth to remember Annual traditions carry on in Point Dume, Malibu West Barbara Burke Freelance Reporter From early morning until late evening, Malibuites gleefully celebrated the Fourth of July with parades, barbecues and, of course, the piece de resistance: fireworks. This Independence Day was different than years past. The popular parade at Point Dume was canceled because of organizers’ concerns that ongoing rebuilding, construction and road closures would impede the parade. Doug Randall, parade organizer, announced the decision on the Facebook page belonging to his company, Malibu Custom Carts, stating: “After talking to over 100 locals, it was agreed to ‘take a break’ this year, and let all of us find stability and slowly move back into our neighborhood as best as we can with what we went through and [are] still going through.” Nevertheless, some residents of Point Dume dressed in red, white and blue, and had their own parade-like celebration. “We’re keeping the spirit alive,” said Janet Friesen, as she and her three children drove around in a festive golf cart. “We’re having our own parade and carrying on. It’s all about tradition.” Other Malibuites continued on as they have in past years, too. After gathering in a circle to honor late family and friends, participants in an annual 5K ran a race around the Point. “We started the run four years ago to honor Lydia Stiegler’s mom, Vera Rink, who immigrated to the U.S. with hopes of achieving the American dream,” said Pamela Conley Ulich. “This past year was hard on so many friends who lost their homes and on our family, when my fatherin-law, Dr. Konrad Ulich, passed away in February. He was also an immigrant who followed his dream to live in America.” Stiegler explained how the run started. Malibuites gather in a “circle of gratitude” on the morning of Thursday, July 4, prior to running a 5K in honor of late loved ones. Photos by Suzy Demeter/Surfside News Janet Friesen and her children (left to right) Uma, Theo and Dusty ride their decorated cart around Pount Dume. Though the community’s Fourth of July parade was canceled, some residents kept the tradition going. “Originally, Allison McKenzie helped develop the idea to have the race,” she said. “As an immigrant, my mom loved the Fourth of July and she was very proud to be an American, so I also wanted to remember her in a really positive way.” “Coming together to run the streets of Point Dume is an absolute honor and blessing, and feeds our souls and makes us all stronger,” Conley Ulich said. Participant Suzy Forman explained why the run was important to her family. “My son Dylan Strickland and I ran in memory of my dad, Michael Forman,” she said. “My dad always encouraged people to follow their dreams, and I’m so fortunate to have had his support, and I hope I will be able to encourage others to attain their goals. I will miss him.” Participant Linda Zielski talked about honoring her father, George “Skip” Lambertson, who died in January. “My dad was a retired firefighter and he was a patriot who served in the Army,” she said. “It’s a really special day for me to do this run because he was also a descendent of Paul Revere and a flag collector. We have such a great community in Malibu.” Over in Malibu West, a small parade of festively decorated bikes, wagons and golf carts kicked off from the corner of Principio and Paseo Canyon drives. Steve Arce remembers riding the vintage motorbike that his son Spencer rode in the parade. “I like the vintage bikes better because they’re cooler than the modern ones and I like this red one best of all,” Spencer said. Eli and Liam Becker, ages 5 and 7, respectively, got in on the action by riding their scooters. “This parade is significant because all the neighbors come together and celebrate our freedoms, and it means a lot that we’re still here,” Malibu West resident Drew Newman said. “We barely made it through the fire as the house right next to ours is gone and we just got back into our home to live full-time.” For Magnolia Becker, the parade was very significant. “The parade means coming home to Malibu,” she said. Tim Biglow agreed, adding “We’ve planted American flags at the top of the mountains to salute our neighbors and support Malibu, and we have a new Malibu West flag.” Their decorating completed, the merry group started marching. With scooters and skateboards, bikes and trikes, fanfare and fun, they proceeded down the streets in gratitude, peace and joy. “The parade is a good way to set a mark about just how much your kid grows each year,” Jack Marderosian said. “We’ve been in this
malibusurfsidenews.com news Malibu surfside news | July 11, 2019 | 5 parade for close to 20 years,” Debbie Glovin Rosenberg said. Across town, Broad Street Oyster Company opened in the space where Malibu Burger Company recently shuttered. “What a better day to launch a new business than the Fourth of July,” said Chef Alex Jermasek. “We will have a constantly changing menu because we will be serving fish from local fish mongers and their catch will depend upon various factors, including weather and water temperature.” The venue will be open from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. in its beginning weeks. From one side of Malibu to the other, residents made it a Fourth of July to remember. Malibu West residents Christine Hays (left) and Tim Biglow hold up their community’s new flag as residents gather for the Fourth of July parade. Liam Becker, 7, and Eli Becker, 5, pose before riding their scooters in the Malibu West parade. Malibu Urgent Care ABOVE: Elizabeth Riddick enjoys a slice of watermelon at the end of Malibu West’s parade route. LEFT: Sarah and Drew Newman ride in Malibu West’s Fourth of July parade with their sons, Noah and Levi. Newly Accepted PPOs: Aetna • Anthem/Blue Cross • Blue Shield Cigna • Medicare • United Health Care Please visit FriendsofMUC.org, or send donations to: Friends of Malibu Urgent Care, POB 6836, Malibu, CA, 90265
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