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Help Fight Children’s Cancer at Butterfly Wishes at Golden Dreams Event
The fight against children’s cancer will take a step forward during a fundraiser sponsored by From Maddi’s Closet on Friday, Nov.13 at the Friendly Hills Country Club.
“Butterfly Wishes and Golden Dreams” is the theme of From Maddi’s Closet’s major fundraiser for efforts to assist children fighting cancer. In recent years, the local non-profit group has donated more than $230,000 to help with children’s cancer research and provide emotional and financial support to thousands of patients and their families.
“Childhood cancer is the number one disease-related killer of children in our country, and it is critically important that we increase awareness of what we can do to fight this terrible disease,” says Donna Holmes, president and founder of From Maddi’s Closet.
The honorary committee for the event includes: Robert and Virginia Ball; Whittier Mayor Fernando Dutra and Mary Dutra; La Mirada Councilmember Ed Eng and Catherine Eng; Whittier Chamber of Commerce President Elect Chris Hardeman; Randy and Joyce Herbon of Relay for Life; Steve and Janice Jones of La Mirada; Art and Rita Leslie of La Mirada; Tom and Priscilla Robinson of TR Management Services, Inc.; Dr. Gerald Roodzant, DDS; Brian and Sandy Sherman, Seventh Son Gourmet Catering and Events; and Pastors Kelly and Stephanie Warner, Whittier Area Community Church. Janice Roodzant, Details Business Organizer, is serving as chair of the event.
La Mirada Shaquatics Hosts Scrimmage to Raise Funds for Injured Veterans
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| The La Mirada Shaquatics Water Polo Club recently raised $343.00 at Biola University for injured veterans. |
La Mirada~The Shaquatics Water Polo Club based in La Mirada recently hosted a charity scrimmage benefiting Homes for our Troops.
On Tuesday, October 13th students participated in a water polo game at Biola University and families each donated $10 per player. In addition, t-shirt sales also added to the donation.
The group raised $343.00 for Homes for our Troops, an organization committed to building mortgage-free, specially adapted homes nationwide for severely injured veterans post-9/11, to enable them to rebuild their lives.
For more information on the La Mirada Shaquatics Water Polo Club visit www.shaquatics.net/
Two Festive Events for the Family on Halloween in La Mirada
Visit La Mirada on Halloween, Saturday, October 31st for two festive and family friendly events. Splash! will be hosting a Pirate Pumpkin Bash from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. where you can participate in Halloween inspired games, crafts, and pumpkin decorating.
An area for children to trick-or-treat will be provided, and costumes are encouraged, but not required. The Pumpkin Bash is a free event. Splash!’s Buccaneer Bay will also be open for the final day of the 2015 season, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with special priced admission.
In the evening, the City of La Mirada will be hosting its annual Halloweenfest at the historic Neff Estate. The safe and family-friendly festivities will be held from 4:30 to 8 p.m.
This fun event includes haunted house tours, games, crafts, and costume contests. Children can collect candy throughout the night.
The costume contests at Halloweenfest will be held at the following times: Pets: 5 p.m. | Ages: 2 & under - 5:30 p.m., 3 to 5 - 6:00 p.m., 6 to 8 - 6:30 p.m., 9 to 12 - 7:00 p.m., 13 & up/Groups - 7:30 p.m.
For more information, contact the Community Services Department at (562) 943-7277.
Two Festive Halloween Events for the Family in La Mirada
Visit La Mirada on Halloween, Saturday, October 31st for two festive and family friendly events. Splash! will be hosting a Pirate Pumpkin Bash from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. where you can participate in Halloween inspired games, crafts, and pumpkin decorating.
An area for children to trick-or-treat will be provided, and costumes are encouraged, but not required. The Pumpkin Bash is a free event. Splash!’s Buccaneer Bay will also be open for the final day of the 2015 season, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with special priced admission.
In the evening, the City of La Mirada will be hosting its annual Halloweenfest at the historic Neff Estate. The safe and family-friendly festivities will be held from 4:30 to 8 p.m.
This fun event includes haunted house tours, games, crafts, and costume contests. Children can collect candy throughout the night.
The costume contests at Halloweenfest will be held at the following times: Pets: 5 p.m., ages: 2 & under - 5:30 p.m., 3 to 5 - 6:00 p.m., 6 to 8 - 6:30 p.m., 9 to 12 - 7:00 p.m., 13 & up/groups - 7:30 p.m.
For more information, contact the Community Services Department at (562) 943-7277.
Free Flu Clinic Offered at La Mirada Activity Center
La Mirada~It’s flu season, and the La Mirada Activity Center is offering free flu shots to community members. The flu shots will be given on Tuesday, October 27 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the La Mirada Activity Center, 13810 La Mirada Boulevard. Flu shots and nasal sprays will be offered for all ages. The program is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Recent studies show that flu vaccines can reduce the risk of doctor visits due to flu by 60 percent. Those who get a flu vaccine are less likely to get sick with flu than someone who does not get vaccinated.
“We encourage all community members and especially seniors, to visit the Activity Center and receive the free flu shots,” says Community Services Supervisor Lisa Montoya."
The flu shots and sprays are provided by the City of La Mirada in partnership with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
For more information, contact the La Mirada Activity Center at (562) 902-3160.
La Mirada Rotary Joins with From Maddiâs Closet to Help Children Fighting Cancer
The Rotary Club of La Mirada is joining From Maddi’s Closet in the non-profit organization’s efforts to help children battling cancer.
Rotary is contributing $500 to the “Butterfly Wishes and Golden Dreams” themed fundraising gala dinner sponsored by From Maddi’s Closet. The event will be held on November 13 from 6:30 p.m. at the Friendly Hills Country Club, 8500 Villaverde Drive, Whittier. In addition, a number of Rotarians are expected to attend the dinner event and take part in silent and live auctions.
“Many children fighting cancer and their families benefit from the financial and emotional support provided by From Maddi’s Closet,” says Rotary Club of La Mirada President Russell Hall. “This impressive local non-profit has donated more than $230,000 to assist with children’s cancer research, and provided support to thousands in recent years. La Mirada Rotary is pleased to be part of the fight against children’s cancer.”
“Childhood cancer is the number one disease-related killer of children in our country, and it is critically important that we increase awareness of what we can do to fight this terrible disease,” says Donna Holmes, president and founder of From Maddi’s Closet.
Holmes carries her message about the battle against children’s cancer to local groups. She has spoken with local Chambers of Commerce, service clubs, businesses and numerous other community organizations. She speaks to groups interested in learning more about the importance of working together to improve the lives of children and families facing this difficult battle.
“Butterfly Wishes and Golden Dreams” Event to Help Children Fight Cancer
La Mirada~Children fighting cancer will benefit from a fundraiser sponsored by From Maddi’s Closet on Friday, November 13 at the Friendly Hills Country Club.
The “Butterfly Wishes and Golden Dreams” themed event is one of the major fundraisers for From Maddi’s Closet’s efforts to assist children fighting cancer. In recent years, the local group has donated more than $230,000 to assist with children’s cancer research and provided emotional and financial support to thousands of patients and their families.
“Childhood cancer is the number one disease-related killer of children in our country, and it is critically important that we increase awareness of what we can do to fight this terrible disease,” says Donna Holmes, president and founder of From Maddi’s Closet.
Holmes has been actively carrying her message about the battle against children’s cancer to local groups. She has spoken with local Chambers of Commerce, service clubs, businesses and numerous other community organizations. She is available to speak to groups that are interested in learning more about the importance of working together to improve the lives of children and families facing this difficult battle.
From Maddi’s Closet is a local nonprofit organization started a decade ago after Madison Leslie Holmes lost her battle with cancer at four years of age.
Maddi’s family and friends began the organization to carry on the extraordinary spirit of generosity and compassion the young girl had shown to other children fighting cancer. Despite her illness, Maddi befriended other children undergoing treatment, and gave her own toys and clothing to those in need. She asked her family to sit with other children who were more sick, frightened or lonely when they had no family members at the hospital.
La Mirada Arts Colony Monthly Meeting and Annual Art Show
The Arts Colony of La Mirada will hold their October meeting on Monday, the 5th, at 6:30 p.m. in the La Mirada Resource Center, 13710 La Mirada Blvd. The meeting will feature Judy Jansen of Whittier exhibiting her skill in stained glass art using a slide show. Techniques and questions will be addressed.
The Colony’s annual “Mirrors of your Mind” judged show will be held at the La Mirada Activity Center, 13810 La Mirada Blvd. (Civic Center Complex, behind the fire station) from November 9 through 21. Take–in for artists interested in submitting entries will be November 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information check the website, acolm.com, or call 562-941-4116 or 562-448-3427. The awards reception will be held on Saturday, November 21 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The public is welcome to attend our meetings and our art show.
Friends of La Mirada Library to Host Fall Book Sale
Join the Friends of the La Mirada Library at the Fall Book Sale to books at astoundingly low prices. The Friends will have their annual sale on Saturday, October 3 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the La Mirada Activity Center. The Activity Center is located at 13810 La Mirada Boulevard.
A pre-sale for members only will be held on Friday, October 2 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. The $10 annual membership can be paid at that time. A wide variety of books will be available.
For more information, contact the Friends of La Mirada Library at LaMiradaFOL@outlook.com or look on Facebook for Friends of the La Mirada Library.
An Opportunity for Residents to Help Keep La Mirada Safe
La Mirada~Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Captain Curtis Jensen is inviting residents, business leaders, faith communities and service group members to join a crime prevention initiative to reduce property crimes in La Mirada. Hear from your community leaders on how crime affects everyone and what you can do to get involved!
A meeting will be held on Oct. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the La Mirada Resource Center, 13710 La Mirada Blvd. Attendees will be encouraged to be a part of a community based solution to prevent property crimes.
In the first half of 2015, residential and vehicle burglaries combined for nearly one-third of the property crimes reported in La Mirada. Of the 438 Part I crimes reported from January to June, over 90 percent were crimes involving stolen property.
Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting, be a part of the solution, and help the Public Safety Team keep La Mirada safe.
For more on the meeting, call the La Mirada Community Sheriff's Station at (562) 902-2960.
