Precinct Reporter Group, News for Orange County, Long Beach, San Bernardino

Thru September 5 - An exhibit at Mission San Juan Capistrano includes document signed by Abraham Lincoln which upheld the 1855 U.S. Land Commission’s decision concerning all mission lands. The document and other

priceless artifacts and relics will be on display as part of “Mission Treasures: Historical Collection Revealed.” The Mission is located at 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. Open daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is $9 adults; $8 seniors 60+, $5 children 4-11. Call (949) 234-1300.

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Thru September 20 – Prayer, meditation and stretch class from 7:00 to 8:15 p.m. at New Hope Presbyterian Church, Room 1, 191 North Orange St., Orange. Share psalms of thanksgiving and wisdom; a harpist will perform music, and a certified wellness and stretch instructor will lead participants in breathing and stretching techniques. Cost is $50 for series or $10 per class. Bring mat and hand towel. Call (714) 288-9968.

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August 12=13 – Saints of Value host a Ministries Intercessor’s Conference beginning Friday at 6 p.m. A Saturday luncheon from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No child care provided. The church is located at 12110 East Firestone Blvd., Norwalk; (714) 812-5816.

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August 13 – The 79th annual Long Beach Sand Sculpture Contest will be held at Belmont Shore near the Granada Beach launch ramp beginning with registration at 8 a.m.; carving starts at 9:00. Judging takes place from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and awards ceremony at 4:00. Event includes live music, food and refreshments, arts and crafts show and a Kids Zone.

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August 13-14 – The California African American Museum presents “Shorts at CAAM,” a two-day event featuring short films produced and directed by independent filmmakers. A dozen short films will be screened at CAAM from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, and from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. Event is free. The Museum is located at 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, Los Angeles. Parking is $10 at 39th & Figueroa Streets. Call (213) 744-7432 or visit www.caamuseum.org.

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August 14 – A Women’s Exhibit Quiz me Challenge at 2 p.m. at the California African American Museum, 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, Los Angeles. Compete for prizes in game show style. Event is free. Call (213) 744-2024.

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August 20 – The Orange County Section of the NCNW hosts its 23rd annual Membership Tea at the Springfield Tea and Banquet House, 501 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. Tickets are $40. See how Mrs. Mary McLeod Bethune’s legacy has been kept alive through the organization’s programs and projects. Call (714) 578-1006.

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August 20 – The G.R.E.E.N. Foundation hosts a breast health screening and education session from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 191 N. Orange Street (Grand and Chapman) in Orange. Call for appointment and eligibility (woman <40 and 40+) at (714) 507-0338.

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August 20 – Councilman Dee Andrews hosts a document shredding and recycling event from 9:00 a.m.to 12:00 p.m. at King Park, 1950 Lemon Avenue, Long Beach. Future Shredding and e-Recycling of California disposes of personal and professioinal documents for free.  Shreds all types of items except X-rays and CDs. Recycle TVs, computer monitors, computers, laptops, keyboards, printers, hard drives, fax machines, microwaves, more. For more info call Kimberly at (562) 570-6816.

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August 20-21 – The OC Old School Reunion begins on Saturday from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at Howard Johnson’s Hotel and Conference Center, 222 W. Houston Ave., Fullerton with special guest Custom Made and others. DJ Groovy Lou has been featured nationwide. On Sunday a family barbeque at Craig Park, 3300 State College Blvd., Fullerton from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. A contribution of $40.00 for both days. Call Pearla at (626) 453-6904 or Dorothy at (714) 686-4037.

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August 20-21 – The annual Tiki Beach Festival will be held on the Beach at Belmont Shore from sunrise to sunset. The free event includes an island marketplace and culture center, arts and crafts, Aloha food court, Island dancers, Kids zone and play area, traditional fire and knife shows. Call (562) 434-1542.

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August 21 - A free Family Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach. Event features art workshops and tours of the exhibitions. Free admission and free parking. RSVP required. Call 562) 570-6816.

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August 28 – A gospel concert at 5:00 p.m. at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 191 North Orange Street, Orange. Tickets are $10 general admission; $5 children 5-12. Child care for 5 and under; reservations required by Aug. 23 at info@MyNewHopePres.org.

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August 30 – Councilman Dee Andrews hosts a 6th District Budget Summit at 6:00 p.m. at Veterans Park, 101 East 28th Street, Long Beach.  Andrews, City Manager Pat West and Director of Financial Management John Gross discuss the 2012 City of Long Beach budget, including a focus on public safety. Call (562) 570-6816.

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Saints of Value World Ministries – Offers a free hands-on ministerial training center program at 12110 E. Firestone Blvd., Norwalk. Workshops also offered in Spanish. Space is limited; registration open now. Call (562) 864-4474.

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Long Beach Community Improvement League’s Child Care Centers – The child and adult care food program takes place at the following centers: CIL Long Beach Child Development Center, 2222 Olive Ave., Long Beach, and CIL Signal Hill Child Development Center, 2399 California Ave., Signal Hill. Program is available without charge to all enrolled children.

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Audasity of Hope (Mental Health Team) offers assistance with job placement, shelter, food and clothing. For information call Malika Rahmann at (714) 731-1268.

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Walking Around Old Towne Orange – Historical Society offers tours on the second Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. and the fourth Sunday at 4 p.m. Tour start at the Orange Main Library and History Center, 407 E. Chapman Avenue and lasts approximately 90 minutes; walkers should wear comfortable shoes. Donation $5. For information or reservations: (714) 998-0330 or tours@historicorange.org.

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American Red Cross – The Greater Long Beach Chapter has many community disaster preparedness programs available free to congregations and faith communities. They would also like to work with congregations to prepare their facilities for emergency sheltering. The Red Cross has temporary housing, food and clothing resources and referrals for victims of fire or other disasters. Monthly Disaster Service Volunteer meetings. Call (562) 595-6341.

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American Cancer Society – Seeks volunteers to fill open positions: Drivers for its Road to Recovery program; Relay For Life event. Various volunteer opportunities available. Call (949) 261-9446 to sign up for volunteer orientation.

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Sisters Connecting Breast Cancer Support Group—Meets every fourth Wednesday at Mimi’s Café, 17231 17th Street in Tustin to discuss latest treatments, diagnosis, offer emotional support and to celebrate life. Persons interested in joining may call (714) 507-0338 or send email to thegreenfoundation3@yahoo.com. Sponsored by The G.R.E.E.N. Foundation.

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Jewish Family Service of Orange County offers a new program titled Jewish Big Friends-Little Friends to provide positive mentors and role models to children in need. Big Friends provide friendship, understand, companionship and guidance in a stable relationship with the Little Friend.

4950. A discussion group focusing on issues, concerns and responsibilities of adult children for their elderly parents meets first and third Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.. Fee is $10 per person for each session. Pre-registration required. Also, support and discussion group for women over 50 every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. Group addresses issues of menopause, anxiety, depression, relationships, loneliness, family, more. Also, a co-ed men and women’s support and discussion group meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. to address similar issues as the Wednesday women’s meeting. Groups meet at the agency offices, 1 Federation Way, Suite 220, Irvine; (949) 435-3460 or (714) 445-4950.

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John Wallace/Petrolane Boys & Girls Club offers an Off Track Program for youths 6-12 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Activities include education, computers, arts & crafts, sports and life skills. Participants must become members. Program fee is $25 per child per week. The Club is located at 1920 Lemon Avenue, Long Beach. For information call (562) 599-2916.

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Power wheelchairs available - By Medi-Cal to senior citizens and permanently disabled of any age if you qualify. No deposit required. Call (800) 340-8525 for more information on the details of this program.

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Arts & Crafts Fair on the Green - Every Thursday from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m., at 2701 Walnut Avenue, Signal Hill, between Cherry & Orange, one block north of Willow Street, in Long Beach. For vendor information call (323) 807-0734.

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Breast Cancer Support Group - Meets first Saturday of each month from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at A.C. Bilbrew Library, 150 E. El Segundo Blvd. (bet. San Pedro and Main St.) in Los Angeles. Sponsored by Women of Essence. For information call (310) 537-8227.

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