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Day of the Dead

A Night of Community & Culture

Day of the Dead, or Día de Los Muertos (DDLM), is a night of community and culture. A one-night event hosted in Downtown Anaheim, the event provides residents with an opportunity to celebrate an evening out with family and friends. Día de Los Muertos or Day of the Dead is a traditional Mexican holiday that traces back hundreds of years and combines the cultures of indigenous people of Mexico with that of European immigrants whom first arrived in the Americas over 500 years ago. The traditional holiday focuses on the gathering of family and friends to honor and remember loved ones whom have passed on through the creation of colorful altars that celebrate life that include photos, food, drinks, flowers, candles, and other worldly possessions once held by the dearly departed.

Día de Los Muertos in Anaheim began in 2015 as a fundraiser for Project S.A.Y. (Support Anaheim’s Youth) with 250 parents in attendance. The event has grown exponentially over the years drawing thousands of attendees and we are happy to be back this year in person. This event is once again hosted through a strong partnership and collaboration between the Anaheim Community Services Department, the Anaheim Community Foundation, the Project S.A.Y., the Anaheim Union High School District, the Anaheim Elementary School District, and the Magnolia School District, among others.

Drop-In After School Programs Offer Fun and Educational Activities

S.T.A.R.S. (Study Time, Arts, Recreation, and Sports) and Fun on Wheels are free drop-in after school programs for grades K-8th grade. These programs are open after school hours until 6pm. Activities include recreation games, crafts, and homework help. It is a safe space for students to play and learn. Staff plans activities for students every day. The hours may vary; check our website Anaheim.net/youthprograms for more information.

Local Teen Center, Project S.A.Y. is Calling All Teens!

If you are looking for a fun, cool, active, and safe place to be, the City of Anaheim invites you to join one of our six Project S.A.Y (Support Anaheim’s Youth) Teen Centers. Enjoy an array of activities, excursions, arts and crafts, and workshops that our program has to offer.

Membership is completely free including all of the excursions. Teens can expect daily group activities, play video and board games, participate in fitness and sports activities, do an art project, and/or watch a movie. Our enthusiastic and talented staff provides supervision and mentorship on local excursions to the beach, hiking trips, movies, bowling, and much more.

The goal of the Project S.A.Y Teen Centers is to provide a safe and caring place, where teens participate in skill building activities that help benefit their academic and future success.

The Project S.A.Y. Teen Centers are open Monday through Friday and hours vary from site to site. For more information please contact: 714-765-5246, or visit your nearest Project S.A.Y Teen Center for monthly calendars and operational times.

Locations

Downtown Anaheim Teen Center

225 S. Philadelphia St.

Brookhurst Teen Center

2271 W. Crescent Ave.

Miraloma Park Family Resource Center

2600 E. Miraloma Way.

Ponderosa Family Resource Center

2100 S. Haster St.

West Anaheim Youth Center

320 S. Beach Blvd.

Hermosa Village Teen Center

1515 Calle Del Mar

Center Greens is a Family Friendly Destination

Center Greens has gained a new playground! Volunteers from the community, along with KABOOM!, transformed Center Greens into a family friendly destination. There was food, games, planting projects and arts and crafts for children. The improvements include new landscaping, a children’s playground, youth challenge courses, butterfly garden, skate park, upgraded basketball court, meandering pathways, shaded seating, picnic areas, plaza space with shade structure, loop trail, and other park amenities. Come visit!

SantanaWays Coming in October

October 22 at 7:00 p.m. • FREE

Benito Mechoulam born in Mexico City was a lead guitarist for New Wave, Blues, Classic Rock, Jazz Fusion, and Tribute Bands. Friends and fans repeatedly commented on Benito’s uncanny similarities to the great Carlos Santana in appearance, playing style and sound, helping make this the TRUE Carlos Santana Tribute Show. That inspired him to start a Santana Tribute Band.

With the help from talented musicians, “Santanaways” was born in October of 2012. Within a month, they had their first public appearance at a local fundraiser. Their shows have captivated audiences with each performance ever since. The caliber of the assembled musicians along with their precise interpretations of the music makes this the #1 Carlos Santana Tribute Show in the U.S. today!

Concessions, beer, and wine will be available for purchase at this event.

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FALL FESTIVAL & PARADE

Saturday, October 22 • 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Downtown Anaheim (Center St. Promenade)

The Fall Festival has returned! Please join us on October 22 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Downtown Anaheim (Center St. Promenade) to enjoy a night of spooky fun. There will be a kiddie and doggie costume contest, live music, kid crafts, local artists and so much more! At 7 p.m. there will be a Halloween Parade spanning a mile and a half through Downtown Anaheim. For more details, please visit www.anaheimfallfestival.org.

DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS

Friday, October 28 • 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Center Greens

The 2022 Día de Los Muertos “A Night of Community & Culture” event is scheduled on Friday, October 28, 2022 at Center Greens, adjacent from the Downtown Anaheim Community Center, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. There will be live mariachi, crafts, altars, and food vendors. This is a free event. You can bring your own chair or blanket. You will not want to miss out!

NUTCRACKER TREE LIGHTING

Saturday, December 3

Experience Downtown Anaheim as it turns into a festive village with all the sights and sounds of the holiday season! This year’s events will include the Candy Canine Costume Contest, holiday shopping, children’s train ride, crafts, festive entertainment, a visit with Santa, performance by Anaheim Ballet, and the lighting of the Sequoia Tree in the center of Feldhaus Circle. Mark your calendar for this annual holiday event on Saturday, December 3, 2022.

OAK CANYON

NATURE CENTER EVENTS

LOW COST

PARENT & ME TALES & TRAILS

Every Thursday • 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Joins us for a special story time, themed hike, and animal interaction in this parent-and-me class. New themes for each class. $10 per child. Adult participation is required.

OAK CANYON NIGHT HIKES

Third Saturday of the month • 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Bring a flashlight and come experience a special treat when the park closes after sunset with a Naturalistled hike. Night hiking is an experience with its sights and sounds from creatures of the dark. $ 5 per person. Children under 5 years are free. November & December: Cold Critters Night Hike

Kids Café Offers Free Healthy Meals

The Kids Café Program provides free healthy meals to children participating in afterschool programs at the Ponderosa Park and Miraloma Park Family Resource Centers. Children must be 18 years or younger to receive a free meal, and are welcome even if they are not enrolled in an afterschool program. In addition to providing children with free healthy meals, Kids Café sites offer a safe and welcoming environment where children can learn about healthy eating and participate in recreational and social activities.

Kids Café Fall Lunch & Snack Program

Ponderosa Park Family Resource Center

Monday-Friday, Lunch 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Miraloma Park Family Resource Center

Monday-Friday, Lunch 4:00 p.m. -4:30 p.m.

Mobile Family Resource Center Project

Throughout the months of June and July, Neighborhood & Human Services staff helped to coordinate the Anaheim Mobile Family Resource Center project in 15 neighborhoods throughout the city. The goal of the ongoing project is to bring resources directly into underserved neighborhoods that lack close proximity to a community or family resource center. In addition to city departments, various non-profit organizations participate in the neighborhood visits to provide assistance. For instance, Community Action Partnership of Orange County offers financial assistance to qualifying residents in the form of gift cards. Additionally, other community-based organizations such as Love Anaheim provide food boxes and other items for families in need. For more information, please call (714) 765-4397.

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Selena Party

Sep. 14, 3:30 p.m. at Haskett Branch

Cultural Kitchen: Chicharrones De Harina

Sep. 15, 3:30 p.m. at Euclid Branch

Lucha Libre Storytime

Sep. 15, 5 p.m. at Central Library

Show Us Your Best Salsa!

Sep. 20, 5 p.m. at Ponderosa Joint-Use Branch

DIY Frida Headbands

Sep. 26, 4 p.m. at Canyon Hills Branch

Leyendas After Dark Oct. 3, 5:30 p.m. at Haskett Branch

Sugar Skulls

Oct. 12, 2 p.m. at Sunkist Branch

Hispanic Heritage Month Fiesta

Oct. 15, 11 a.m. at Central Library

TEEN PROGRAMS

Tostilocos

Sep. 23, 4 p.m. at Sunkist Branch

We Love Reggaeton! Party

Sep. 30, 3:30 p.m. at Central Library

Movie & Candy Oct. 7, 4 p.m. at Sunkist Branch

Teen Lotería

Oct. 14, 4 p.m. at Sunkist Branch

ADULT PROGRAMS

Painting with Watercolors

Sep. 21, 4:30 p.m. at Central Library

Mexican Folk Art Sep. 29, 1 p.m. at Sunkist Branch

Huichol Inspired Yarn Painting Oct. 3, 5 p.m. at Central Library

Drawing with Ink Pens Oct. 5, 4:30 p.m. at Central Library

SEPTEMBER 15 OCTOBER 15 AND DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS TOO!

Check the Library Calendar link below to find a full list of program details at your local Anaheim Library: Anaheim.net/librarycalendar

OLDER ADULTS FAMILY RESOURCE CENTERS

Anaheim Community Center 250 E. Center Street, Anaheim, CA 92805

Table Tennis Tournament

The City of Anaheim’s Active Older Adult Program in partnership with the Anaheim Senior Citizen’s Table Tennis Club will be hosting a competitive tournament. You may register for all, or part, of the tournament depending on your interest and skill level. Lunch is included for participants. Event requires preregistration as space is limited. Please call (714) 765-4511 for more information.

Senior Mobility Program

Transportation service is available for active adults age 60 and over. Participants must be a resident of the City of Anaheim. You may use the Senior Wheels Program for transportation within a 10-mile radius of your home in the City of Anaheim. You may also shop at Savi Ranch Shopping area, Yorba Linda, CA (Savi Ranch Parkway, Yorba Linda, CA), The Village at Orange - 1500 E Village Way, Orange, CA 92865 and the Buena Park Mall - 8030 On the Mall, Buena Park, CA 90620 outside the city limits. Non-emergency medical appointment transportation within the city limits are available. The Senior Wheels Program will also provide transportation to St. Jude Medical Center - 1101 E Valencia Mesa, Fullerton, CA 92835, St. Joseph Medical Center - 1110 West Stewart Drive, Orange, CA 92868, UCI Medical Center, 101 The City Dr., Orange, CA 92868 and Kaiser Permanente, 22550 Savi Ranch Yorba Linda, CA, 92887 outside the city limits. For more information, please call (714) 765-4511.

PODER Diabetes Prevention and Nutrition Class

Downtown Anaheim Community Center October 4 through November 8, 2022 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The PODER class is a Prevention of Obesity & Diabetes through Education & Resources program free and fun for the whole family. Be prepared to exercise as part of the class. To sign-up or for more information, call (714) 509-7323.

For more information, please call the Anaheim Active Older Adult Program at (714) 765-4511.

CHOC Children’s Breathmobile Asthma Outreach Program

Does your child:

• Have difficulty playing sports because of his or her asthma symptoms?

• Awaken at night due to coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath?

• Had emergency room visits of hospitalization due to asthma in the last year?

• Have uncontrolled asthma?

The CHOC Children’s Breathmobile is the only mobile asthma clinic dedicated to serving preschool and school-aged children in Orange County. The mobile services include a comprehensive asthma evaluation, lung function testing, allergy testing, and asthma education.

Visit the CHOC Breathmobile at your local Anaheim Family Resource Centers, including the Downtown Anaheim Community Center Family Services, Miraloma Park Family Resource Center, or the Ponderosa Park Family Resource Center & Gymnasium. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call (714) 509-7571.

Cafecito and Lotería Night

Join us for a fun night of Lotería and cafecito while learning more about all the programs and services offered at the Ponderosa Park Family Resource Center & Gymnasium, 320 E. Orangewood Ave.

For questions or to sign-up, please call (714) 765-5400.

Family Movie Night

Bring your blanket and favorite snacks to enjoy a movie under the stars in our courtyard. Seating and light refreshments will be provided.

Ponderosa Park Family Resource Center & Gymnasium, 320 E. Orangewood Ave. For questions or to sign-up, please call (714) 765-5400.

Neighborhood Services District Community Meetings

Meetings are great at bringing people together while providing useful information about

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DISTRICT DATE

Districts 1 & 2 Thursday, October 6, 2022

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Neighborhood Clean Up Program Brightens

Neighborhoods

your neighbors for some cleaning to make your neighborhood a better place! The City of Anaheim can provide large dumpster bins to your neighborhood once a year for FREE. The Neighborhood Cleanup program provides residents an opportunity to dispose of large items that do not fit in conventional trash containers. For more information about the program, please visit anaheim.net/neighborhoods or call (714) 765-4456.

Community Resources

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LOCATION TIME

Brookhurst Community Center, 2271 Crescent Ave. 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 12, 2022 Anaheim High School, 811 W. Lincoln Ave. 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 13, 2022 Ball Jr. High School, 1500 W. Ball Rd. 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Anaheim United Methodist Church, 1000 S. State College Blvd. 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 20, 2022 Canyon Hills Branch Library, 400 Scout Trail 7:00 p.m.

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