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Los Amigos to host ‘Every 15 minutes’ The emotions are real. Fountain Valley Living Magazine covers a lot of celebratory events during the course of a year—city and school functions, seasonal events, achievement ceremonies and more. But there’s one event that’s designed to be somber and make an impact on a young person, and for good reason. This year, the Fountain Valley Police Department’s Every 15 Minutes program will be held at Los Amigos High School on March 5-6. The school’s junior and senior students will witness an alcohol-related traffic accident and its consequences. The program’s name was derived from statistics that show every 15 minutes someone in the United States dies from an alcohol-related traffic accident. The program is presented each year at either Fountain Valley or Los Amigos high schools. The goal of the program, police say, is to reduce alcohol-related traffic collisions in the community. The program is presented prior to prom and graduation ceremonies, which makes this a timely event, police said. The Fountain Valley Police Department, Fire Department and CARE Ambulance participate in the reenactment. This a program that’s designed specifically for young drivers, but any motorist in town can take away a lot from the Every 15 Minutes program.

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W Fountain Valley High School senior Ryan Fusco was the team’s statistical and emotional leader this year. Photo by Lynn Seeden

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Stepping FVHS’s Ryan Fusco asked to be pushed and he delivered for the Barons varsity basketball team.

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When new Fountain Valley High School varsity basketball coach Steve Schultz took over the Barons this year, his focus was to bring back a winning attitude that seemed to have slip away from the program. Schultz’s plan got a major boost from 17-year-old senior Ryan Fusco, who had seen little to no playing time in his three years with the team. “His leadership saved us,” Schultz said. Schultz and his staff told the players they were going to be pushed hard in practice in an effort to return the program to the prosperity it had enjoyed in the past. But a few players opted not to play, including some whom Fusco knew were better than he. But rather than walk away from his senior year, Fusco approached Schultz and asked him to push him even harder.

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Fusco wanted a chance to not only play, but to make himself the best player he could be. He became one of the team’s emotional and statistical leaders, going from a bench player to the team’s top offensive player. “I’ve never seen a kid work harder and grow faster,” Schultz said. “He does extra work before and after practice, on weekends, watches film with the coaches. He’s the only player that goes with coaches to scout opponents!” Fusco averaged 12.5 points and more than five rebounds per game during the 2014-2015 season. He was recently named the school’s “Athlete of the Month.” “He’s not allowed to get subbed out— he’s not allowed to get tired,” Schultz quipped. Fusco said he’s happy with the progress he made this year, but he continues to work on improving his place on the team. Being a leader

seems to suit him. His demeanor now is a dramatic change from his mindset last year, which he admits was pretty low. “I want this responsibility, I want to be the best player I can be,” Fusco said. For now, his plan is to keep working on his game and grades. He is looking for the right community college to attend where he can fit into its basketball program and continue his rise from the bottom. Schultz and his staff were inspired by Fusco’s efforts and will continue to look for players like him, who want to grow, who want to work and be pushed to be their best. And they will use his example to try and reconnect future teams to the history and winning tradition that the Barons have seen in the past. And Fusco will be watching in interest from wherever he ends up. “We’re really proud of him,” Schultz said.

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T Finding purpose FV’s Joan Austin Kaneshiro makes a difference at the Alzheimer’s Family Services Center in memory of her own mom.

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Fountain Valley resident Joan Austin Kaneshiro shows a photo of her late mother, Winnie Halpin, who suffered from Alzheimer’s. Today, Joan volunteers at the Alzheimer’s Family Services Center at Bushard and Indianapolis in HB.

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here’s always a period of transition when moving into a different community, but when Joan Austin Kaneshiro married and moved to Fountain Valley she settled in with new friends and a comfortable way of life. Newly retired, she brought her mother to live near her in a residential home for Alzheimer’s patients. Few are prepared to become the caregiver to one with this form of dementia, but Joan wanted the best for her mom. “I did a lot of research,” she said. “It was emotional, because these patients want to stay home. But there are many resources available. I spent hours learning about what is available to families.” “I learned to speak ‘dementia,’” she said with a smile. After 2007 Joan watched as her mother, Winnie Halpin, lost her way, weakened and eventually needed fulltime care. Joan found a senior residential home for her mom in Fountain Valley that had a garden and lots of room. Dementia is a canopy of diseases, and Alzheimer’s is just one of them, along with Parkinson’s and vascular diseases. “She loved Dean Martin, and I learned that music is the only therapy that engages the entire brain,” Joan said. Though Alzheimer patients may seem lost, Joan sensed more than that. “They’re not vacant on the inside,” she said. “My mother was my heart.” Winnie Halpin died in 2012. There was a real shift after death. Joan wasn’t working, she’d lost her mother, and shortly afterward, she lost her brother. Her daughter married and moved out of state. www.FountainValleyMagazine.com

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“My husband worked all day, and I needed something to do, so I went to the Alzheimer’s Family Services Center in Huntington Beach. I’d worked for over 30 years as a law office administrator in Long Beach and Gardena, and interviewed for a volunteer position. I’ve been here since 2012.” The Center works with the Fountain Valley Senior Center, and Joan likes that. There are 16 Fountain Valley “participants” who enjoy their days at the Alzheimer’s Family Services Center. Staff doesn’t refer to them as patients, though there is medical staff as well as social workers and trained volunteers on site. Joan does clerical work, but especially enjoys special events when choirs and bands come to entertain, as well as parties and other celebrations.

She’s satisfied with her work, writing requests for proposals for the nonprofit center, recording volunteer hours, and anything else asked of her. “Volunteering here is like being part of a family,” she said. “It’s given me a purpose, a reason to get up in the morning. I never dreamed I could do this, but roles change after a death. I’ve learned that everyone is worth knowing. I’ve learned to listen. “There’s a feeling of achievement when you’re making a difference.”

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The Center at Founders Village Senior and Community Center remind seniors, 60 and older, that its senior transportation program is available from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Cost is $2 each way. Seniors can use the service for shopping, doctor’s appointments and errands. Participants must be pre-registered and provide 24-hour notice prior to needed transportation. For more information or to register for the program, call the senior center at (714) 593-4446.

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Firefighters Tommy Cook, left, and Austin Cathay were honored during the Fire Department’s annual badge ceremony.

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he Fountain Valley Fire Department has awarded the “Ron Chamberlain Award” to firefighter Austin Cathay and named Tommy Cook the 2014 Firefighter of the Year. Cathay and Cook were recognized during the Fire Department’s Badge Ceremony held Jan. 30 at City Hall. “The Ron Chamberlain award is awarded by the executive fire department management team for extraordinary servant characteristics,” Fire Chief Tony Coppolino said. “It is our way of recognizing exceptional character. “Austin is a perfectionist but he’s also a guy who’s just charming and people want to be around him,” Coppolino said. 8

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Cook was selected Firefighter of the Year by his peers. “He’s one of those guys who when he walks into a room his aura just brings happiness and changes to the whole room,” Coppolino said of Cook. “He accomplishes things at the station without anyone asking him to do them. “He put together a cache of rehab equipment that is used to rehydrate and cool firefighters who have just completed extended fire incidents,” Coppolino added. “And he’s also in charge of buying cleaning supplies at both stations. He did some research and wound up saving the city lots of money.” During the badge ceremony, Coppolino promoted Brent Waterworth and Adolfo Velasco to the rank of captain and Damon Breeler to the rank of engineer.

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Teens get their own Easter egg hunt

The Fountain Valley Recreation Department is planning a new Easter event for the high school-age teenagers who regularly volunteer at the city’s Sports Park events. So on Friday evening, April 3— the day before the city’s annual Easter Hunt—the teens can take part in their own nighttime Easter egg hunt from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Fountain Valley Recreation Center. Cost is $5 and includes one raffle ticket and a glow bracelet. The evening will also include a movie showing with popcorn and a laser tag area. To pre-register, call (714) 839-8611.

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Woman’s Club fundraiser is March 14

Annual Scholarship Dinner tickets available The Fountain Valley Woman’s Club has a long tradition of providing scholarships among its many philanthropic endeavors. The Woman’s Club will hold its fifth annual Spring Scholarship Social at 5 p.m. Saturday, March 14 at the Assistance League of Huntington Beach Community Room, 8071 Slater Ave. The club’s scholarship fund supports local high school graduates as well as returning combat veterans enrolled at the Golden West College Criminal Justice Training Center. Cost is a $13 donation per person or $25 per couple. Guests will enjoy a menu of corned beef and pulled pork sliders, baked beans, cole slaw, dessert and coffee. Beer and wine will be available for a $2 donation. The evening will also feature a live auction and opportunity drawings. More information: Call Carol Hedenberg at (714) 531-3424.

Relay for Life kickoff The Fountain Valley Relay for Life Committee held its 2015 kickoff event Feb. 18 at the Fountain Valley Recreation Center. The kickoff is a time to celebrate last year’s accomplishments and kick off this year’s event. Attendees enjoyed pizza and soft drinks and heard about the committee’s plans for this year’s Relay for Life, which is set for May 9-10 at Fountain Valley High School. This 24-hour event benefitting the

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American Cancer Society is a fundraiser to help fight a disease that in some way has touched all of us and our families. Relay teams spend 24 hours walking around the track at Fountain Valley High School to show their support and raise funds through pledges. The big rule: Someone from the team must be on the track at all times during the 24-hour period. More info: www.relayforlife.org/ fountainvalleyca www.FountainValleyMagazine.com

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Fundraising event at the senior center

Eight young-at-heart models showed off the latest fashions by Chico’s Feb. 9 at the fifth annual Fit & Fabulous Fashion Show at The Center at Founders Village. This year’s show was themed “Mad Hatter Tea Party” and featured lunch and tea. Once again Kevin Stevens of Palm Island 55+ Active Lifestyle Community was the master of ceremonies. Local vocalist Patrick Bell provided the entertainment, crooning Broadway tunes. Paul Stimson from the Makeup was provided by Kim Constantine, Orange Coast MemoriMary Kay consultant. Hair styling was providal Foundation was ed by Advance Beauty College, which is owned one of the escorts. by Fountain Valley resident Tam Nguyen. This year’s escorts were Dr. Arfa Babaknia, medical director at MemorialCare Medical Group; Mr. Fountain Valley John Etheridge; and Paul Stimson, director, Orange Coast Memorial Foundation. And doing the modeling were: Bernadette Armendarez, Jan Heistermann, Mary Oliveras, Cecilia Rizzo, Patricia Hahn, Peggy Musetti, Joanne Phan and Rose Verrengia. 12

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Elwyn bowl-a-thon: Catch a wave for a good cause

17th annual surf-themed Elwyn fundraiser is March 21 By CURT SEEDEN Fountain Valley Living Magazine

The 17th annual Elwyn California Bowlathon is set for March 21 at Fountain Bowl. “Sea, Sand, Surf and Bowl” is the theme of this year’s event benefitting Fountain Valley-based Elwyn Cali-

fornia, which provides work and services to people with disabilities. It’s a surfing-themed evening of fun, bowling, food and opportunities to win drawing and silent auction prizes. The basic cost to bowl is $325 for a standard team of five and $400 for a corporate team. The cost includes appetizers and popcorn, “a beach picnic on the lanes” with hot dogs, side salads and chips as well as sodas and sweet treats at the end of the silent auction. Additional sponsorship opportunities ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 are also available. Individuals and businesses can participate by donating an auction prize, bringing several bowling teams or sponsoring or underwriting a part of the event.

For instance, those contributing $100-$200 for decorations or trophies or $200 for desserts will be recognized in marketing materials, including web and social media. Contributors of $200 or more will also receive electronic sign recognition at the event and for up to one week after the event. Among the opportunity drawing prizes are two round-trip Southwest Airlines tickets and iPad Air 2. Drawing tickets are $5 each. For tickets, contact Stephanie at steinigwegs@elwyn.org Fountain Bowl is at 17110 Brookhurst St. The bowlathon is set for 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Information: Call (714) 557-6313 or go to www.caelwyn.org.

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Community welcomes new superintendent Newly hired Fountain Valley School District Superintendent Mark Johnson received an overwhelming reception from the community Jan. 22 at the district office. The Board of Trustees—Ian Collins, Sandra Crandall, Jeanne Gallindo, Lisa Schultz and Jim Cunneen—hosted the reception for Johnson, who was hired in December to replace retiring Superintendent Marc Ecker. “I can’t believe how many people are here,” said Johnson, who started his new job Jan. 1. “I literally feel like I walked into a new family.” Johnson joins the FVSD from the Los Alamitos Unified School District, where he has served for 15 years as a middle school teacher, site administrator and assistant superintendent of educational services. Last year, Dr. Johnson was recognized as the Los Alamitos Unified School District 2014 Administrator of the Year, commended for promoting “a culture that supports ongoing learning, reflective practices, creativity and innovation.” Dr. Johnson earned a bachelor of science in biology and a bachelor of arts in English from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, a master’s degree in education administration from National University and an Ed.D. in educational leadership from the University of Southern California. 14

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Dr. Mark Johnson, top photo, started his job as the new Fountain Valley School District superintendent on Jan. 1, replacing longtime superintendent Marc Ecker. A communitywide reception was hosted at the district office to introduce Johnson to the residents. In attendance were FVSD teachers, current council members, community leaders, former City Councilman Sam Lew, lower left, and current FVSD Trustee Ian Collins, left. www.FountainValleyMagazine.com

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Photo by Pat O’Donnell FUN WITH FRIENDS: Fountain Valley residents Paul and Cindy Zive and Dave and Ginny Meister attended the XLIX Super Bowl Party at Pat and Peggy O’Donnell’s house in Fountain Valley. Paul and Ginny were two of the big winners of the annual party’s football pools.

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Alex A. Accetta, president of the Boys & Girls Club of Huntington Valley’s Board of Directors, honors Linda Moulton Patterson of Fountain Valley for her 20 years of volunteer service to the Boys & Girls Club. Accetta is also co-owner of Fountain Valley Living Magazine and owner of Alex A. Accetta, CPA, and Associates.

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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley recently honored several local community leaders with their National Service to Youth Awards for their service to the Boys & Girls Club and the 9,500 children the organization serves. This year’s recipients of the awards are: • Linda Moulton-Patterson, of Moulton Patterson Associates in Fountain Valley, for 20 years of volunteer service. • R.J. Mayer, CEO of the Robert Mayer Corp., for 10 years of volunteer service. • Tom McDaniel, chairman, CEO and president of Edison Mission Energy, for 15 years of volunteer service.

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Kelly Gibson, group talent acquisition manager of Enterprise Holdings, received the Women and Youth Award for her efforts to make an impact on the lives of young club members. The Hyatt Huntington Beach Resort and Spa received the Corporate Partnership Award. The award was accepted by Peter Rice, general manager of the Hyatt Huntington Beach. This award goes to a local corporation that has gone above and beyond in its support and commitment to the club throughout the years. Kim Nguyen, the club’s director of finance, took home the From the Heart Award for her efforts in standing by and supporting Tanya Hoxsie, the club’s CEO, in leading the organization. www.FountainValleyMagazine.com

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Fountain Valley’s got talent T H E D E N TA L S PA

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Kevin Tison is searching for “the Voice of Fountain Valley.” The vocal music director at Fountain Valley High School is staging a solo singing competition March 14 and welcoming FVHS students to audition. The competition, Tison says, is in the same style as “American Idol” and “The Voice” but with a Fountain Valley spin on it. “Everyone is so addicted to American Idol and The Voice. I thought it was about time we highlight some of the extraordinary talent we have at home in Fountain Valley,” Tison said. The winner will receive a prize package that includes VIP tickets to see The Voice filmed in Hollywood,

a meet and greet with some “very special guest artists,” and a feature article in the April issue of Fountain Valley Living Magazine. The top three finishers will also receive trophies and the second-place finisher will win $100 in gift cards, while the third-place winner will receive $75 in gift cards. “This live solo singing competition for all of our FVHS students will be a fun, and creative new event that will be one crazy night of music and fun,” Tison said. The vocal competition starts at 6 p.m. in the gym at Fountain Valley High School. Information: fvhsvocalmusic.com

Science finalist to be honored at Aquarium

Caroline is a 13-year-old student at Talbert Middle School.

Caroline Edmonds, who we featured in our September 2014 issue, will be honored at an awards ceremony March 14 at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach. She will receive the Aquarium’s annual Young Hero’s Award during its 2015 Children’s Festival. Our September article detailed Caroline’s selection CAROLINE EDMONDS as a Broadcom Math Applied Science Technology and Engineering “Rising Stars” finalist, one of only 30 students nationwide who won a trip to Washington D.C. where she met President Obama and was interviewed on NBC news. E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

FV’s Osborne elected VP of water district

Fountain Valley resident Wayne Osborn has been elected vice president of the Municipal Water District of Orange County. Osborne has served on the water district board since 2012. He represents Division Three, which includes the cities of Fountain Valley, Cypress, Los Alamitos, Stanton, Westminster, the western portion of Garden Grove, and nearby portions of unincorporated Orange County. Osborne has a long history of service to the water industry, having worked as the city of Fountain Valley’s director of public works and engineering for 33 years. The water district board also reelected Larry Dick as board president.

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Party attendees at the home of John and Karla Etheridge raised their arms in the iconic symbol of the Special Olympics.

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Local parties, golf tourney raising funds for Special Olympics More than 100 people came to the Fountain Valley home of John and Karla Etheridge on Jan. 25 to help support the community’s involvement as a “Host Town” for the 2015 Special Olympics World Games, which will be held in Los Angeles in July. Nearly 7,000 athletes from up to 177 countries will converge on Los Angeles for the world’s largest event for athletes with intellectual disabilities. As an official Host Town, the

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community will welcome athletes, coaches and officials for three days of housing, transportation, training, sightseeing and entertainment before sending them to Los Angeles. Most people know John Etheridge as the reigning “Mr. Fountain Valley.” The Etheridge’s are members of the city’s Host Town Committee, which is coordinating the efforts to host the athletes. More than $7,000 was raised at the Etheridges’ gathering. Another home party was hosted at Mayor Steve Nagel’s house in late February (after we went to press). We’ll bring you an update on that in the next issue. The Fountain Valley Historical Society will host a communitywide party at Heritage Park from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 30. This will be an open-invitation event ... just bring your checkbook to help with the fundraising!

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A benefit golf tournament supporting the Special Olympics World Games Host Town Committee is set for March 9 at the Marbella Country Club in San Juan Capistrano. Registration deadline is March 2. The World Games are set for July 25Aug. 2 with opening ceremonies at the LA Memorial Coliseum. Fountain Valley resident Ed Arnold, who is a founding member of the California Special Olympics and Western Region Special Olympics, is the honorary chairman of the FV-HB Host Town Committee. Cost is $300 for an individual golfer or $1,000 for a foursome team. Additionally, there are several sponsorship opportunities. To sign up, email FVHostTown@ fountainvalley.org or call Rob Frizzelle at (714) 593-4449.

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FV 5K FUN RUN Fountain Valley Community Foundation stages annual charity event. Attendance topped 700.

ABOVE: Christian Prado, 8th grader at Masuda Middle School, ran in this year’s FV Fit Body Boot Camp 5K at the Sports Park.

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little bit of early morning fog didn’t dampen the spirits of 736 runners who competed in the Fountain Valley Fit Body Boot Camp 5K Fun Run Feb. 7 at the FV Sports Park. The annual run is staged by the Fountain Valley Community Foundation and is a fundraiser for various nonprofit groups in town. This year’s naming sponsor FV Fit Body Boot Camp added a new twist to the event with various workout stations on the course for those who wanted to use them.

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ABOVE: Los Amigos High School baseball benefitted from this team of 5K Fun Run participants. From left: Mary Byrd, Annie Byrd, teacher Robert Salazar, Assistant Principal Julie Garcia, teacher Christi Montes, teacher-coach Randy Hughes and teacher-librarian Christina Kenner. William Hua, center bottom, was the first to cross the finish line. And Kate Edmonds, below, took first place for the 12-and-under age girls’ category.

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Annual Easter Egg Hunt is April 4 Event includes pancake breakfast, game booths We can feel the egg-citement. The city’s annual Easter egg hunt and carnival are set for 8 a.m. Saturday, April 4 at the Fountain Valley Recreation Center and Sports Park. Children will have the opportunity to “hunt” for thousands of Easter eggs during a morning of continuous egg hunts. Inside the plastic eggs are candy, toys, tattoos and other trinkets. Last year more than 6,000 people attended the event. The Easter egg hunt is free, and parents are reminded to make sure their children have baskets to collect the eggs. Activities begin at 8 a.m. and

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include a pancake breakfast served by the Kiwanis Club of Fountain Valley, free carnival games, entertainment, bounce houses, rock wall and bungee trampoline, obstacle course, crafts, face painting and photos with the Easter Bunny. The city’s Recreation and Community Services Department promises lots of prizes and a surprise attraction. Children can also enter a coloring

contest. The coloring page can be picked up at the Recreation Center or by going to www.fountainvalley. org/community/communityservices/ specialevent. Cost of the pancake breakfast is $5. Cost of photos with the Easter Bunny is $2. The Recreation Center and Sports Park are at 16400 Brookhurst St. More information: (714) 839-8611.

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Charity Poker Tourney is March 28

The popular Fountain Valley Community Foundation Charity Poker Tournament is set for 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28 at the Center at Founders Village Senior and Community Center, 17967 Bushard St. This event helps raise funds for various non-profit organizations in Fountain Valley. Special prizes will be given to those who make it to the final table, and the winner will get $500 cash. For more information about the tournament and about becoming a sponsor, visit www. fvpoker.com Registration is $50 and includes initial buy-in, food and a variety of opportunities to win. Registration opens at 5:15 p.m. at Founders Village, 17967 Bushard St.

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The Fountain Valley Rotary Club has launched its annual membership drive. The club, which meets at 7:30 a.m. every Tuesday at The Center at Founders Village, is an international service organization that promotes community activities and provides assistance to people in need. The Fountain Valley Rotary Club also sponsors its “Every Student Succeeding” program and a Teacher of the Year program. The club also hosted a Thanksgiving turkey dinner at Fountain Bowl for families that had nowhere to go and participates in the city’s Concerts in the Park series and the annual Kelly Osborn bowling and golf tournaments. Anyone interested in learning more about the club can call Ed Sussman at (714) 968-7526 or Joe Kagel at (714) 848-3403.

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New math textbooks and support materials recommended for adoption by the Garden Grove Unified School District are on public display through Friday, March 13 at the district Education Center. The new math materials are for grades K - 12. The Garden Grove Unified School District Board is scheduled to consider adoption of the recommended instructional materials at its March 17 board meeting for introduction beginning next school year. Regular preview times are weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Textbook Preview Area, on the first floor of the Education Center. The materials are evaluated based on accuracy, organization of content, and alignment with the state’s academic content standards. The District Education Center is at 10331 Stanford Ave., Garden Grove. More information: Call (714) 663-6143.

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FV Girls Fastpitch opening ceremonies are Feb. 27

Fountain Valley Girls Fastpitch Softball will hold opening ceremonies at 5 p.m. Friday, Feb.. 27 at the Fountain Valley Sports Park softball fields. Opening games will be played on Saturday, Feb. 28. The league is open to girls ages 5 to 14. For the 2015 season the league will have six divisions—Coach Pitch, 8, 10, 12 and 14 and under. For more information about the league, contact Ericka Rios at rockabella.yaya@gmail.com.

Holy Spirit hosts Lenten fish bakes on Fridays in March

The Knights of Columbus Council 9667 will hold their Lenten fish bakes from 5 to 7 p.m. every Friday through March 27 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 17270 Ward St. Dinner includes fried and baked fish, clam chowder, fish stew, pasta, vegetables, French fries, cole slaw and ice cream as well as beer, wine, soda and water. Cost is $9 for adults $5 for children. Information: 714-963-1811

Woman’s Club offers support to FV military personnel

The Fountain Valley Woman’s Club asks residents who have local family members in the active military to contact the club’s patriotism chair Peggy Kane at pkane4socal@aol.com Each year the club seeks to adopt active military personnel who live in Fountain Valley. The club shows its support by sending care packages, Christmas gifts and letters. The club, incidentally, also provides scholarships to veterans interested in attending the Criminal Justice Training Center at Golden West College. More information: Call Peggy Kane at (714) 743-9924. 24

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Woman’s Club membership lunch is March 10

The Fountain Valley Woman’s Club invites potential new members to its lunch on Tuesday, March 10. The club’s goals are to enrich lives, build friendships and promote loyalty. The Fountain Valley Woman’s Club has a membership of nearly 90 women. The Fountain Valley club was organized in 1964 as the Tamura Woman’s Club and reorganized as the Fountain Valley Woman’s Club in 1965. It is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Cost of lunch for guests is $10. The lunch is held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Claim Jumper restaurant, 18050 Brookhurst St. Information: www. fountainvalleywomansclub.org or call Lynn Seeden at (714) 847-7714.

Holy Spirit plans St. Patrick’s dinner for March 14

Holy Spirit Catholic Church will hold its St. Patrick’s Day dinner party at 6 p.m., Saturday, March 14 in Doyle Hall at the church. Social time begins at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. Food includes corned beef and all the trimmings. The event will feature Irish dancers, a sing-a-long, raffle and silent auction. Cost is $15 for adults, $7.50 for children, 6-13, and free for children under 6. There’s a $2 per ticket early bird discount until March 8. Info: Carlos Cisneros, (714) 4101011.

FVHS Beer & Wine Festival is March 28

The third annual Fountain Valley High School Theatre Wine & Beer Tasting, a fundraiser for the high school’s theater arts program, is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, March 28 at 10199 Holburn Drive, Huntington Beach. Donation is $20 or $25 at the door, E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

and each guest receives either a wine glass or beer glass to keep and opportunities to taste either wines or beers during the evening. Soda and water will also be available for those who do not partake in spirits. Appetizers will be served as well. Opportunity drawing tickets at 1 for $3, 5 for $10, 10 for $15 and 20 for $20 will be available. Also, a silent auction is planned. Checks, cash and credit cards will be accepted. More information or to obtain tickets: E-mail odiek@socal.rr.com or call (714) 269-8405.

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A 5K/10K run/walk to benefit the Thomas House Temporary Shelter will be held March 28 at Mile Square Regional Park. The Run 4 Homeless Children will offer awards in various age groups. The race, which starts at 8 a.m., starts and finishes in the Forest Shelter area of the park. The 2-K walk-a-thon and 2-K Fun Run start at 9 a.m. Enter off Euclid Street. Parking is $5. Thomas House provides a safe, supportive environment and the resources necessary for homeless families with children to remain together while empowering them to become independent and self- sufficient. Info: www.Run4Homeless Children.com or call (714) 308-3830.

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

March 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. The Center at Founders Village (Senior Center)

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. Founders Vlg

Deadline for ads and news for the April issue of FV Magazine

Advisory Committee for the Disabled 6:30 p.m. @City Hall

9 Special Olympics Host Town fundraising golf tournament for FV and HB at Marbella Country Club in San Juan Capistrano Call Rob Frizzelle to sign up: (714) 593-4449

16 “LEARN TO BOWL” class begins. See ad on next page for all the info.

Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. The Center at Founders Village (Senior Center) FV Woman’s Club luncheon, 11 a.m. @ Claim Jumper $20 per person RSVP: Cindy Dobson (714) 724-9214 E-mail: fvwcluncheon@ yahoo.com

17 ST. PATRICK’S DAY Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. The Center at Founders Village (Senior Center)

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. Founders Vlg

12 Kiwanis Club meets 12:15 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl FVSD School Board 7 p.m. @ Dist Office

23 “LEARN TO BOWL” class See ad on next page for all the info.

24 Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. The Center at Founders Village (Senior Center) FV Chamber Luncheon 11:30 a.m. @ Mile Square Golf Course

13 FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

Planning Commission 6 p.m. @ City Hall

18 FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

Kiwanis Club meets 12:15 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl Mayor’s Breakfast 8 a.m. at FV Regional Hospital, Saltzer Room FV Comm Foundation Board 5:30 p.m., and Activities Committee 7 p.m. @ Fndrs Vlg

City Council 6 p.m. @ City Hall Fountain Valley Historical Society Luncheon $10 Noon @ Heritage Park RSVP: Leslie Montz (714) 378-1952

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14 St. Patrick’s Dinner 6 p.m. @ Holy Spirit See page 25.

25 FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

26 Kiwanis Club meets 12:15 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

Elwyn Bowl-a-thon 3:30—7:30 p.m. @Fountain Bowl See page 38.

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FVHS Beautification Day 8 a.m.—noon See page 28.

Lenten Fish Bake 5-7 p.m. @ Holy Spirit Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

27 Lenten Fish Bake 5-7 p.m. @ Holy Spirit

Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

Thomas House Walk @ MSP. See page 25. FV Charity Poker Tournament 6 p.m. The Center at Founders Village See page 23.

Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

Lenten Fish Bake 5-7 p.m. @ Holy Spirit

St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon for seniors 11:30 a.m. at the senior center

Senior Scam Stopper seminar 2:30 p.m. @ Founders Village

Lenten Fish Bake 5-7 p.m. @ Holy Spirit

City Council 6 p.m. @ City Hall

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @ Fndrs Vlg

Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

“LEARN TO BOWL” class See ad on next page for all the info.

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“LEARN TO BOWL” class See ad below for all the info.

Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. The Center at Founders Village (Senior Center) Old Car Breakfast Fundraiser 8 a.m. @ Applebee’s. Tickets required. See page 39. City Council 6 p.m. @ City Hall

Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. The Center at Founders Village (Senior Center)

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. Founders Vlg

Advisory Committee for the Disabled 6:30 p.m. @City Hall

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @ Fndrs Vlg

Rotary Club’s Crafts and Treasure parking lot sale, Fountain Bowl 7 a.m. — 1 p.m. See page 39

Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

Kiwanis Club meets 12:15 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

Planning Commission 6 p.m. @ City Hall

15 FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. Founders Vlg

FV Woman’s Club luncheon, 11 a.m. @ Claim Jumper $20 per person RSVP: Cindy Dobson (714) 724-9214 E-mail: fvwcluncheon@ yahoo.com

Mayor’s Breakfast 8 a.m. at FV Regional Hospital, Saltzer Room Kiwanis Club meets 12:15 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl FV Comm Foundation Board 5:30 p.m., and Activities Committee 7 p.m. @ Fndrs Vlg FVSD School Board 7 p.m. @ Dist Office

17 FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

18 Friends of the Library Spring Sale 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. See page 28.

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Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. The Center at Founders Village (Senior Center)

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Kiwanis Club meets 12:15 p.m. @ Ftn Bowl

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

Community Volunteer Day See page 28.

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City Council 6 p.m. @ City Hall

Community Volunteer Day See page 28.

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FV High School Beautification Day is March 21

Fountain Valley High School’s Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) will hoST the school’s annual Beautification Day from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 21. Past Beautification Day projects include planting a rose garden, sanding and repainting benches throughout campus, and landscaping in front of the administration building. Members of the community are encouraged to help. Anyone who is interested should report to the north side of the administration building for check-in and work assignment. Donations for plants, tools and other materials also are appreciated. Checks made payable to FVHS PTSA can be dropped off at the Beautification Day check-in on March 21 or mailed to FVHS PTSA, 17816 Bushard St., Fountain Valley, CA 927088. For more information, contact Jo-An Verstraete at 714 861-2432 or joan.h.verstraete@verizon.net. 28

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Friends of Library spring sale is April 18

The Fountain Valley Friends of the library will host their annual “Signs of Spring” home and garden event on Saturday, April 18 at the Fountain Valley Library. Plants, garden books, household items and free refreshments will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will also include a presentation by a master gardener. The library is at 17635 Los Alamos St. More information: (714) 968-9196.

Community Volunteer Days April 25-26

Fountain Valley community leaders and volunteers will be coming together on Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26 for this year’s Community Volunteer Days. From play equipment and mulching to yard maintenance for senior citizens, the day is about lending a helping hand. Last year, more than 750 volunteers joined in on the projects in Foun-

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tain Valley and Huntington Beach. For more details or to volunteer, call Jennifer Miller, assistant media director for the Huntington Beach Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at (714) 615-0946 or jenmiller@needsomeonetoblog.com.

Mary Lou Heard Foundation garden tour is May 2-3; Enter your garden

This spring’s Mary Lou Heard Memorial Garden Tour will once again showcase spectacular gardens from Long Beach to San Clemente. The self-guided charity tour is set for Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3, and usually includes one or two Fountain Valley homes. Gardens will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. rain or shine. The tour raises funds for The Sheepfold. There is still time to enter your garden for this tour. For entry info, or to visit the gardens, go to www.heardsgardentour.com. www.FountainValleyMagazine.com

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REAL ESTATE is BLOOMING Real estate is hopping in Fountain Valley, both for buyers and sellers. Local Realtors update us with the up-to-the-minute FV trends and advice.

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It’s the season of multiple offers By SUSAN SAURASTRI Star Real Estate

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t’s a mad, mad world in the Fountain Valley real estate market right now, particularly if you are attempting to purchase a home. A lack of inventory has produced a spike in multiple offers. My seller clients at 18331 Linden St. received 14 offers on their place. The house is a cosmetic fixer and is being sold in “as is” condition with the buyer bearing any costs for termite or other SUSAN SAURASTRI repairs. On Jan. 20, I met with city of Fountain Valley staff and took a listing for 11560 Iris Ave., in the Flamingo Park tract, north of Heil Avenue and east of Newhope Street. The property is a cityowned vacant lot. It’s zoned residential and has never been developed. The list price was $375,000. Within a week I presented 19 offers to city staff for consideration and blessing of the City Council. The property sold for $460,200 and recorded on Feb. 20. Council member Cheryl Brothers’ comment, “Even dirt has value in the city of Fountain Valley,” is accurate. As always, the factors that govern the sale of a home are location, condition, price and marketing. If those criteria are all in sync when the property hits the market it will sell quickly and for top dollar. How can you, as a buyer, differenti-

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ate your offer from the other bids the seller will be considering? First, have your agent contact the listing agent to determine the seller’s most important considerations. If the seller’s sale is contingent on the successful purchase of a next home, the closing timelines may be of primary importance. Jeff and Heather Book submitted a letter and a family photo with their offer on 17899 San Clemente St. in the Rancho Mesa tract, north of Talbert Avenue and west of Ward Street. Kim Marquez, the seller, was moved to tears by it. Many sellers want to ensure their home will be loved and appreciated. If the offers are close in price, a letter and photo humanizes your purchase contract. Sometimes, it’s the emotional connection that can seal the deal. If you are in competition with other buyers, consider removing the appraisal contingency. Be advised that once you remove that contingency, if the home’s appraised value comes in lower than the purchase price, you will pay the difference. Are you willing to remove the inspection contingency in 10 or 12 days rather than the contractual timeline of 17 days? Most lenders require a

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minimum or 25 to 30 days to complete a purchase loan. It’s important that you obtain full underwriting approval prior to submitting an offer to the seller. It may tip the scale in your favor. Instead of asking for a 1-year home warranty, pay for it yourself. It will cost approximately $365-$500 depending on whether or not you include a pool, air-conditioning, refrigerator etc. The seller may accept your offer, reject your offer or issue a counter offer. The counter offer may not contest the price but may address other terms of the contract. If you find the house you want, do not complicate your offer by asking for extras such as a flat screen television, the washer and dryer, etc. You can negotiate those items with the seller during the escrow period.

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rothers Larry and Terry Hanoian were inducted into the Fountain Valley High School Baseball Alumni Hall of Fame Feb. 7 during opening day festivities on the FVHS varsity field. The day featured a salute to the 1994-95 CIF championship team. Many of the alumni and coaches from that team were there to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of that CIF title. Terry Hanoian, incidentally, coached with Ron LaRuffa when the 1994-95 team won the Division I championship. The day also featured the annual alumni vs. varsity game.

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fter he died she gave me his dog tags. He wore them in World War II. My grandma had kept them in a drawer and now that my grandpa had died, it was up to me to carry him on. Dog tags carry the identity of the person. Dog tags provide proof that they existed. During the milestones Steve Schultz and special occasions in my life, I have worn my grandfather’s dog tags. No one knew about it, for they were under my shirt. But it was my quiet way of saying to my grandpa, you’re coming with me… you continue. My grandpa was the first hero in my life. I looked up to him more than

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anyone as a young boy. I lost him when I was 10 years old, but although death ends a life, love continues it. As I examine and reflect on how I lead my life, so much of him is in me. Even though I don’t wear the dog tags every day, I wear the influence of every hero who has ever elevated my life. It’s important to choose the right heroes. I ask you, who is on your dog tags? Who are the heroes in your life that you carry with you? And maybe more importantly, whose dog tags will your name be on? In order to encourage our students to see how valuable their life is to others,

we started a “Be a Hero” campaign in my English classes and in our basketball program. To serve as an enduring teaching tool and symbolic reminder of their influence, I gave every one of my English students and basketball players a dog tag with this inscription: Live forever Love larger Give greater Be kinder Elevate others Every day you and I need to look for small ways like this to show others just how much they matter. Through love, generosity, kindness and putting others first, you can live forever. Steve Schultz is head varsity basketball coach and the 2014 Teacher of the Year at Fountain Valley High School.

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Two popular fundraisers drew big crowds in in January. The always-entertaining Police vs. Fire basketball game, which raises funds for the Fountain Valley High School girls basketball program, resulted in another Fire victory, photo above. Ticket sales, a raffle, vendor tables, food sales and a silent auction raised much needed funds for the girls. Also, the Fountain Valley Schools Foundation held its annual Taste of Fountain Valley, photos right. Those attending tasted menu samples from local restaurants and caterers, raising funds to support science, math, technology and the arts in Fountain Valley School District schools. 38

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Old Car Breakfast is April 7

The Old Car Guys will hold its annual fundraising breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 7 at Applebee’s Restaurant, 18279 Brookhurst St. The breakfast will include pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage and choice of juice or coffee. The breakfast is a fundraiser for the Fountain Valley Classic Car & Truck Show, which is held during the city’s Summerfest celebration. Tickets for the breakfast, at $10 each, can be purchased in advance at the Center at Founders Village Senior and Community Center, 17967 Bushard St. tickets will also be available the day of the event at Applebee’s. After breakfast, the group will depart to visit a local car-related business. There is no admission charge to see the car collection. Those attending are encouraged to drive their old cars. More information: (714) 943-4365.

Rotary ‘Crafts & Treasures’ parking lot sale is April 11

The Fountain Valley Rotary Club will hold its annual “Crafts & Treasures” sale on Saturday, April 11 in the parking lot at Fountain Bowl. Spaces are available for a $25 donation to the Fountain Valley Rotary Club. The event is limited to 30 vendor spaces. Setup is at 6 a.m., and the sale is set for 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Vendors should bring their own tables and chairs and set up. To reserve a space or for more information, call Ed Sussman at (714) 968-7526 or Steve Brown at (714) 968-9596.

Moose Invitational is June 22

The Fountain Valley High School Football Boosters and the Michael Musso Memorial Fund will host the 10th annual “Moose Invitational” Golf Tournament on Monday, June 22 at Mile Square Golf Course.

The annual event helps raise money for the Fountain Valley High School Baron Football program and the Michael Musso Memorial Fund. Michael, a 2004 graduate of Fountain Valley High School, lost his life in a car accident July 29, 2005. Through this fundraiser, a scholarship is given to a four-year Baron football player each year. Cost to play is $150 per golfer is registered prior to April 30. The cost to golf is $175 after April 30. The tournament features a four-person scramble, longest drive contest, closest to the pin contest and putting contest. The price includes green fees, cart fees, practice range, door prizes, gift bags, buffet lunch and banquet dinner. Registration and practice begin at 11 a.m. and the shotgun start is at 1 p.m. A banquet dinner follows at 6 p.m. There are various sponsorship packages available. For more information, go to www.fvhsfootball.com

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Fountain Valley United Methodist Church marks 50th anniversary HISTORIC CELEBRATION Fountain Valley United Methodist Church on Bushard Street south of Talbert Avenue celebrated its 50th anniversary Feb. 8 with a special worship service, anniversary program and reception. The worship service included 40 voices performing selections of music sung at the church during the past 50 years. Former choir directors Bill Drozda and Lela Satterfield joined Pastor Don Boger to direct the reunion choir during the worship service. Mayor Steve Nagel was on hand to represent the city, and former pastors Ken McMillan and John McFarland shared some memories of their years at the church. Those attending enjoyed video memories of the past 50 years and checked out historic memorabilia from the church. On July 1, 1964, Rev. Lewis Currie was appointed by the Southern California Arizona Annual Conference of the Methodist Church to start a new church in Fountain Valley. He began knocking on doors to recruit members. After he contacted a good-sized group he gathered them together and began meeting in the Fountain Valley Elementary School on Bushard Street on Sept. 13, 1964. The founding group managed to purchase 5 acres a short distance from the Fountain Valley Elementary School and built the first two buildings—a sanctuary and Sunday school classrooms in 1966. The first worship service at the new site was held Nov. 5, 1966. Those two buildings were later converted to a lounge and church offices. The First Methodist Church of Fountain Valley was officially incorporated on July 20, 1965. —Curt Seeden 42

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The original church sanctuary, above, and classroom wing as seen in 1966.

Charter members Karen and Dennis Olson, left, cut the anniversary cake at the Fountain Valley United Methodist’s 50th anniversary celebration. The only other charter member attending was Bill Speicher.

Rev. John McFarland, left, the church’s former pastor, stands with current pastor Glen Haworth. About 200 people attended the 50th anniversary celebration.

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