La Mirada~More than 40 Cub Scouts in Pack 919 will be participating at the Pinewood Derby event Saturday, January 19^th beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Community Presbyterian Church in La Mirada.

This annual event is the highlight of the scouting year when the Cub Scouts demonstrate craftsmanship and sportsmanship through friendly competition as they race personally crafted cars on an aluminum track.

Scouts work with their parent’s weeks before race day, collaborating on the design and construction of their cars. Even siblings and parents are encouraged to participate in a race of their own. “Parents and scouts take this race very seriously and it shows with the end product,” said Moses Covarrubias, Pack 919 Cub Master. “In my six years of Cub Scouting, I’ve seen some spectacular vehicles!”

The Pinewood Derby is open to the public for this fun-filled day and seeing the scout’s race car masterpieces in action.

ABOUT PACK 919

Pack 919 is a Cub Scout unit chartered through Community Presbyterian Church La Mirada assigned to the Los Angeles Area Council serving areas of La Mirada, Whittier, La Habra, Buena Park and surrounding cities. Cub Scout Pack 919 La Mirada has been serving the community for almost 50 years. Boys in first through fifth grade can join Pack 919 anytime. Den and Pack meetings are held September through May with additional fun events throughout summer. For more information on Pack 919 La Mirada, contact Moses Covarrubias at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit their website at www.pack919.org.

ABOUT CUB SCOUTS

Scouting has had more than 100 million members since its inception in 1910. Cub Scouts is a year-round family- and home-centered program that develops ethical decision making skills for boys in the first through fifth grade (or who are 6 – 11 years old). Activities emphasize character development, citizenship training, and personal fitness.

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La Mirada~Presented by the Girls League Club of La Mirada High School, the community is invited to the 2nd annual Mr. La Mirada pageant to be held Saturday, January 12th on the school campus from 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Ten nominated male seniors will compete for the crown of Mr. La Mirada, based on their personalities, talent, fashion and more.

First-place prize is $200 in scholarship money, with second and third place receiving $100.

Three judges will decide the winner. Scheduled judges to appear are La Mayor Mayor Gabe Garcia, La Mirada Blog Editor Tony Aiello, and the La Mirada Fire Station 49 Battalion Chief Douglas.

Tickets are $5 with an ASB card, $8 without, with tickets being sold the night of the event for $8.

La Mirada~Join the crowd for the 5^th Annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day at Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center.

The event will be held at the Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center on Tuesday, January 1, from 2 to 4 p.m. Adventurers will receive a photo of the plunge, hot chocolate, and admission to recreational swimming in the heated 25-yard pool from noon to 5 p.m. This exciting adventure is offered for $5 and free to 2013 season passholders. 2013 Buccaneer Bay Season passes are available at a special holiday price of $49 and include a free Splash! Holiday Bear.

Those not interested in plunging into the chilly pool are invited to swim in the heated 25-meter pool from noon to 5 p.m.  The cost is $3 for adults and $2 for children. Free parking and complimentary use of lifejackets are always offered.  Hot cocoa, coffee, and mochas will be available for purchase.

Splash! is located at 13806 La Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638. For more information call Splash! at (562) 902-3191 or visit www.splashlamirada.com.

Give the gift of fun and adventure with a 2013 Splash! Buccaneer Bay Waterpark season pass

For a limited time season passes are on sale for just $49.  Receive a free holiday Splash! Bear with each purchase. Pass holders receive a number of special offers including free admission to the 5^th annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day.

The Splash! Buccaneer Bay Waterpark offers families a fun-filled day with 3 two story waterslides, a zero depth play structure for the little ones, a lazy river, warm water spa, and ample room to play and enjoy time with friends and family. Splash! is the family-friendly waterpark your family will want to return to time and time again.

Splash! also offers year-round swim lessons for all ages in the heated 25-yard pool, your Buccaneer Bay season pass includes special coupons for swim lessons. Free parking and complimentary use of lifejackets are always offered.

Splash! is located at 13806 La Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638. For more information call Splash! at (562) 902-3191 or visit www.splashlamirada.com.

La Mirada~There's still time to get your decorations out and create your own festive holiday display.  Judging is currently underway for The City of La Mirada’s annual Holiday Home Decorating program.

Residents are encouraged to decorate their homes and help spread holiday cheer throughout La Mirada.  No application is needed for this program.  Every decorated home in La Mirada will be considered for recognition.

Judging for the Holiday Home Decorating program will run through December 14.  Winners will be selected in the categories of Most Original, Best Use of Lights, and Best Holiday Scene. Award winners will receive a holiday ornament.  Winners will be announced on the City’s website at www.cityoflamirada.org.

For more information on the Holiday Home Decorating program, call the La Mirada Community Sheriff’s Station at (562) 902-2960.