Backyard Farms & Fishermen’s Fiesta — Annette Ciketic
Annette (Kaloper) Ciketic shares fond memories of having a poultry farm in her family’s backyard and the meaning of the Fishermen’s Fiesta “blessing the fleet”.
San Pedro Greek Easter — Nickie Troy
99 years young, Nickie Troy is a lifelong member of the San Pedro community. Her father came to the United States in 1902. Nickie tells the story of her family and how they celebrated Greek Easter in San Pedro.
Starting POLA High School — Camilla Townsend
Longtime San Pedro community leader Camilla Townsend tells the story of how the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce played a key role in launching Port of Los Angeles high school in downtown San Pedro.
The Restaurants of San Pedro –Nickie Troy
Nickie Troy started out working in her dad’s restaurant during the Great Depression on Beacon Street and for the next several decades worked in various iconic San Pedro restaurants, such as Fireside, Cigo’s and Ante’s. She tells the story of working in them all.
Role of African American Church — Mel Lindsey
One of San Pedro High’s most successful graduates, Mel Lindsey, grew up going to Mt. Sinai Baptist Church on Mesa in San Pedro. He explains how African American churches have played a great role in providing leadership roles for Blacks throughout United States history.
Mike Lansing, ex. Director of Boys & Girls Club L.A. harbor
Mike Lansing, ex. Director of Boys & Girls Club L.A. harbor (B&GC, tells the story of how the B&GC evolved from primarily focusing on sports to transitioning to resource that provides educational support services for its members.