Anaheim is ready for the pending clearing of the Santa Ana River Trail with extra help for those living in homelessness as well as additional resources for residents, businesses and neighborhoods concerned about the winding down of encampments.
As Anaheim has done since 2014, we will continue providing weekly homeless outreach services with City Net and the Anaheim Homeless Collaborative, a collection of more than 100 groups working together to address homelessness. Continue reading
Summer Rec Classes Mean Summer Fun!
ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 12, 2016) – Registration is now open for residents to sign up for fun and affordable summer classes offered by the city of Anaheim. The EZ Rec Connect guide can help you choose from classes offered for every member of the family.
Classes include recreation and fitness, art and dance for both youth and adults, specialty day camps, tiny tots, gymnastics, art, education, music, science, cooking, sports and much more. All classes begin the week of June 19.
Interested in a preview and discount day? On Saturday, April 16, residents can visit one of three community centers to learn more about the camps, classes and special activities. Attend on April 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to receive a 10 percent early registration discount, up to $10 off any class or camp registered at the preview day. Continue reading
Celebrate the Howwwl-O-Days at La Palma Dog Park
ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 7, 2015) – A fun new family event is planned for Anaheim’s La Palma Dog Park, where families with four-footed members can participate and enjoy the spirit of the season.
Howwwl-O-Days will be held on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. to noon with activities for the entire family.
Dog activities will include: Continue reading
Skate Park Groundbreaking Kicks Off $15 Million Renovation of Ponderosa Park
ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 8, 2015) – City leaders and community members took shovels to dirt Tuesday in a ceremonial groundbreaking for a skate park that begins a $15 million, multiyear renovation and expansion of Ponderosa Park.
Mayor Tom Tait, Anaheim City Council members and Community Services representatives joined neighborhood parents and school children to mark the start of the park’s transformation. Continue reading
Anaheim Howl-o-ween Dog Party Coming to La Palma Dog Park
ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 14, 2015) Celebrate Halloween with your family dog at the city’s first Anaheim Howl-a-ween event at La Palma Dog Park on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to noon. Participating or attending the festive event with your pawsitively best friend is a great way to get in the spirit for family-fun activities this time of year.
The Anaheim Howl-a-ween event will include a dog costume contest, doggie trick-or-treating, a photo booth, doggie treats, entertainment, refreshments and more.
Categories for the costume contest are: Continue reading
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Anaheim Battle of the Bands to Take Place this Saturday at Pearson Park Amphitheatre
ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 16, 2015) Anaheim’s best middle school and high school bands will compete in the city’s first Battle of the Bands event on Saturday evening, July 18 at Pearson Park Amphitheatre. The community is invited to attend and cheer on their favorite bands. Admission is only $3 per adult, and children 8-years-and-under are free. The competition will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Battle of the Bands is sure to be a night where Anaheim’s young musicians will continue to hone their talents. The bands will go head-to-head to win the grand prize of $500, Disneyland Resort one-day park hopper tickets for each band member, recognition at an upcoming Anaheim City Council meeting, and more. Continue reading
DISNEY’S 60TH KaBOOM! PLAYGROUND BUILD COMES TO ANAHEIM IN CELEBRATION OF DISNEYLAND RESORT’S 60TH ANNIVERSARY
More than 700 volunteers build largest playground in single day
Anaheim, Calif. (May 4, 2015) – This past Saturday, in celebration of Disneyland Resort’s 60th anniversary this year, more than 700 volunteers transformed 27-acre Twila Reid Park in west Anaheim. This marks the eighth Orange County KaBOOM! playground built and largest nationwide, providing vibrant play spaces to more than 13,500 kids.
“We are proud to join with KaBOOM! to continue Disneyland Resort’s 60-year legacy of giving back to the community,” said Disneyland Resort President Michael Colglazier. “By creating this playground, we are giving Anaheim families a new space to be active and make memories together.” Continue reading
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ANNUAL CINCO DE MAYO FESTIVAL AND CARNIVAL IN ANAHEIM
ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 27 , 2015) Food, games, carnival rides and music will be part of the annual family-friendly Cinco de Mayo Fiesta and Carnival in Anaheim, taking place April 30 – May 3 at La Palma Park in Anaheim. The fiesta will feature free live entertainment on Saturday and Sunday. Vendor and food booths will be available for guests to enjoy. La Palma Park is located at the corner of Harbor Blvd. and La Palma Ave.
The carnival will feature thrill rides for the older members of the family while also offering rides suitable for young attendees. Guests can play skill games for the chance to win a wide variety of prizes. Continue reading
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MIRALOMA PARK AND FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION SET FOR APRIL 11
All are welcome to attend this community celebration
ANAHEIM, CA – (April 6, 2015) The Miraloma Park and Family Resource Center in Anaheim’s Park Lane neighborhood is set to open on Saturday, April 11 at 11 a.m., and the entire community is welcome to join the grand opening celebration.
Miraloma Park and Family Resource Center will give residents amenities for the entire family to enjoy. The park will include a playground, a skate area, an interactive water feature, an exercise and walking fitness trail, picnic area with BBQs, and drought tolerant landscaping. The Family Resource Center includes three administrative offices, a classroom, a teen room, large multipurpose meeting space, a kitchen and restrooms. Continue reading
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SPRING FUN AND ECO-FAIR AT ANAHEIM’S OAK CANYON NATURE CENTER THIS SATURDAY, APRIL 4
Pre-registration is required, so sign up early for this family-friendly activity
ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 30, 2015) The Easter Bunny is coming to Oak Canyon Nature Center this Saturday, April 4, and children ages 3-11 are invited to participate in an egg hunt, games, crafts, pictures, an animal nursery, and more. Check-in begins at 10 a.m., with activities running through 2 p.m. The event is sponsored by Disneyland Resort. Continue reading