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Showing posts with label event. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Pet photos with Santa for a donation on Saturday

Santa Paws Saturday



Santa Paws is coming to the area for a good cause. On Saturday, December 3, you and your pet can have your picture taken with Santa and also help support the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center, which serves Aliso Viejo.


Santa Paws will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Winter Wonderland Village nestled in the Kershaw Garden at the Mission Viejo Civic Center, 200 Civic Center.


The cost is $20 (cash or check only) for the portrait with Santa, and 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the animals at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center, located at 28095 Hillcrest. Friendly and social pets are welcome.
For more information, call 949-470-3045.

Santa is coming! This Sunday to Town Center

Santa Claus is coming to town Sunday



Santa Claus will arrive in Grand Park on Sunday, December 4 during the Aliso Viejo Community Association's (AVCA) Winter Holiday Event


The holiday event attracts people of all ages to the Grand Park/Town Center Amphitheater for a festive seasonal celebration. The fun kicks off at 4:30 p.m. and includes live entertainment; complimentary cookies and hot chocolate; and tons of holiday cheer.


Besides the arrival of jolly old St. Nick and his jovial bride, visitors will enjoy the official lighting of the holiday tree.


Kids can also visit with Santa after the formal program.


For more information, visit www.avca.net.














The City of Aliso Viejo, which incorporated July 1, 2001, encompasses approximately 7 square miles with over 46,123 residents. The City's annual budget is approximately $21 million. The budget is available on the City's website at www.cityofalisoviejo.com. The City supports a thriving business

Monday, July 18, 2011

Walking Program Starts Tonight!

Lace up your tennis shoes, grab some bottled water and join City staff members for Aliso Viejo's Summer Walking Program, which continues tonight along the Aliso Creek Trail. The program embraces Aliso Viejo as a "walkable" community and is designed to promote fitness and good health. The walk is from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., and participants are encouraged to park and meet at 5:45 p.m. in front of the Aliso Viejo Ranch at 100 Park Avenue.

The goal is to give people an opportunity to explore and enjoy the scenic trail, get a healthy dose of exercise and make new friends.

Directions from Aliso Creek Road. Turn on Windsong (down the hill towards middle school) go to the end of the street and make a right and follow around to the Ranch Entrance on your left.

Friday, July 8, 2011

I spent my 4th of July in Boulder Colorado this year

What a great town. So much open space and lots of biking and hiking trails throughout the community. Boulder has installed these bike stations throughout the downtown area to encourage walking and biking. You can pick up a bike for a small fee per month and return it to any of the stations. We saw several of them. Here is what they looked like. I hope some cities here adopt this idea where we could use them year round, not sure what happens in the winter there.

Payment and info area in Boulder Colorado
 


This was the wall of people in Aliso Viejo



Bikes for rent in Boulder

Saw a really great firework show in Louisville over a golf course.
It was a high level show, which I hadn't seen in ages.. we have low level
fireworks in Aliso Viejo. It was a mellow crowd, very much like here in AV, the
only difference is that cardboard from the fireworks lands on top of the crowd and grass!
Very unusual indeed.
I heard we had a record amount of people at Grand Park this year!

Here are some photos from the 4th of July in Aliso Viejo. It is a great family event and good firework show!


Pie Eating Judges in Aliso Viejo
 
The crowd in Louisville . Colorado



Fireworks in Colorado


My brother with things that hit him from the sky!


Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Celebrate Independence Day at the pool

Spend the Fourth of July at the Aliso Viejo Aquatic Center and you'll enjoy $3 entry, fun-filled free activities throughout the day and chef's specials from the Oasis Cafe.


The City is gearing up for Independence Day, offering the public the perfect "in-town" holiday getaway.


The facility at 29 Santa Barbara will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will feature relay races and pool games; a hula hoop contest; and water balloon toss.

Guests to the Aquatic Center can enjoy recreation and lap swimming; pool parties; daily lunch specials at the Oasis Cafe; cabanas; and lots of fun activities. The popular venue offers fee-based swimming programs, a swim team, activities and more.


The Aquatic Center is conveniently located near Aliso Creek Road and Glenwood Drive, next to the Aliso Viejo Conference Center.


For more information, visit www.alisoviejoaquaticscenter.com or call 949-425-2559.

The pool is so nice. Try to visit it sometime this year. You will love it!!!

















Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Have a great voice or bake a mean apple pie? 4th of July plans are being made and there are contests and auditions being held

Aliso Viejo Community Association


Seeking entries for the "Homemade Apple Pie Baking Contest" at the July 4th celebration. Participants must live in the City of Aliso Viejo and/or be dues-paying AVCA members.



Pies will be judged on presentation, tastiness and texture .


Don't be shy.. by brother in law once was one of the judges one year and the pies are made from people just like you and me. I am out of town this 4th of July or I would enter one! Here's one I made for Memorial Day this year.

For more information about entering the contest, email wcasar@pcminternet.com or 949-243-7750. Deadline to enter is 06/24.




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.Aliso Viejo Community Association


AVCA is currently in the planning stages of their annual July 4th Celebration. If you, or child or someone you know is interested in auditioning for the National Anthem, please email wcasar@pcminternet.com We will be hold auditions for individuals or duos to perform at the next Events Committee Meeting on Wednesday, June 8th.




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Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Don't forget the Spring Celebration and Pancake Breakfast

Saturday April 16th.  900am to 1130am.

This event is hosted at Grand Park and the Town Center Ampitheater

Fun, games, bounce house, face painting, etc.

Monday, March 28, 2011

SAVE THE DATE! Document Shredding EVENT!

Document Shredding & Identity Theft Protection Event May 28



In an effort to protect residents from identity theft and provide a free public service, the City will host a document shredding and identity theft protection event on Saturday, May 28.

The City is giving community members an opportunity to have their sensitive records securely destroyed from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the City Hall parking lot at 12 Journey.

Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the nation, and shredding documents with personal or financial information can be an effective measure of prevention.

Residents and businesses can bring up to 10 standard-file boxes of paper records - canceled checks, pay stubs, credit card statements and more - that will be shredded on-site for free. The boxes of pages can contain staples but must be free of notebooks or other bindings. Staff will also be on hand to answer questions and provide information about identity theft.

For more information about the May 28 event, contact Aliso Viejo City Clerk Susan Ramos at 949-425-2506 or sramos@cityofalisoviejo.com. Information is also available on the City's website at www.cityofalisoviejo.com.

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Save the date for Pet and Vet Clinic Feb. 26

Save the date for Pet and Vet Clinic Feb. 26



The City's Family Resource Center and Mission Viejo Animal Services Center are teaming up to host a low-cost Pet and Vet Clinic on Feb. 26 at the Family Resource Center at 24671 Via Iglesia.


The cash-only clinic will offer micro-chipping at a reduced price and dog licensing along with vaccines for cats and dogs that range from $7 to $28. Dogs must be on leashes and cats in carriers. The Family Resource Center is located near Moulton Parkway and Calle Cortez.






For more information, e-mail gduran@cityofalisoviejo.com or call 949-425-2519. Information is also available on the City's website at www.cityofalisoviejo.com.

Monday, January 24, 2011

Snow Fest was a HUGE success!

Snow Fest attracted thousands Saturday
Little Riley Jenson, 4, could barely contain her excitement as she watched people sled down the hills and make snow angels in the "Snow Man Park" during the City's Snow Fest on Saturday.

"Wow that's so neat," the youngster said while watching folks zip down the snow-covered "Grand Mountain" hill.

More than 1,200 people enjoyed watching and taking part in the City event that transformed the park at Aliso Viejo Town Center into a winter wonderland with 50 tons of snow.

It was quite a day. Under clear blue skies, kids and their parents alike enjoyed sledding down Grand Mountain and Bunny Hill and playing in the Snow Man Park. Local groups, business and non-profits offered up information and goods and a DJ kept the crowd moving and grooving to the latest tunes. More than 100 volunteers from Aliso Niguel High School's Key Club, Honor Society and Leo Club; Boy Scout Troop 700; and volunteers from the City's Community Volunteer Program helped to make the event a grand success.

For some youngsters, it was the first time seeing or playing in the snow. For others, it was a mini-vacation - without having to drive miles to get to the snow. For all who attended Snow Fest, it seemed to be a memorable experience and really good time.

Pete and Janet Choi were having lunch in Town Center when they strolled up the hill and saw the fun taking place.

What a wonderful event for the City to provide its residents," Janet Choi said, noting that next year she'll register to bring her 10-year-old son, Aiden, to the event.



The City of Aliso Viejo is proud to offer the community events like Snow Fest, Founder's Day Fair and others. To stay apprised of events, news and information in Aliso Viejo, stay tuned to the City's eNewsletter and follow the City on Twitter.


If you have never been to this, it is really fun. The big hill in Grand Park turns into a sled hill.


Check it out next year.. you have to respond to the advance notice because reservations fill up quickly!








































Hey Lauren, is that YOU?

Sunday, January 23, 2011

Did you go to Snowfest at Grand Park?

Saturday January 22nd was the rain date for our annual snowfest day here at Grand Park. I didn't get a chance to take any photos but found a few of the set up time.


It's a great event and reservations are required because of the huge turnout!

Friday, December 3, 2010

Santa Paws is Coming for your Pet Photos!

Don't miss 'Santa Paws' holiday pet portrait Saturday








Santa Paws is coming to South County for a good cause. On Saturday, Dec. 4, you and your pet can have your picture taken with Santa and help support the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center. The facility has been serving Aliso Viejo since January 2009.






Santa Paws will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Winter Wonderland Village nestled in the Kershaw Garden at the Mission Viejo Civic Center, 200 Civic Center.






The cost is $20 (cash or check only) for the portrait with Santa, and 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the animals at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center located at 28095 Hillcrest. Friendly and social pets are welcome.






For more information, call 949-470-3045 or visit the City's website at www.cityofalisoviejo.com and click on the Mission Viejo Animal Services link.






Santa Claus is coming to town Sunday



Santa Claus will arrive in Grand Park on Sunday, Dec. 5 during the Aliso Viejo Community Association's (AVCA) Winter Holiday Event



The City is a community partner in the roughly 3-hour holiday event, which attracts people of all ages to the Grand Park/Town Center Amphitheater for a festive seasonal celebration.



The fun kicks off at 4:30 p.m. and includes live entertainment; complimentary cookies and hot chocolate; and tons of holiday cheer.



Besides the arrival of jolly old St. Nick and his jovial bride, visitors will enjoy the official lighting of the holiday tree.



Kids can also visit with Santa after the formal program.



For more information about Sunday's event, call 949-243-7411 or visit www.avca.net.

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Aliso Viejo working on going GREEN!

Public invited to provide input regarding Aliso Viejo Green Initiative Dec. 9


The public on December 9 is invited to take part in the first of several workshops designed to provide the City with a framework for reducing Aliso Viejo's carbon footprint.

The public workshop regarding the "Aliso Viejo Green City Initiative" will take place from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Aliso Viejo Conference Center, located at 31 Santa Barbara next to the Aquatic Center and Aliso Viejo Country Club.


The Aliso Viejo Green City Initiative will determine greenhouse gas emissions for existing municipal, residential and non-residential sectors in the City; will set reduction targets; will develop goals, policies and measures to decrease greenhouse gas emissions within the City; and will formulate strategies for adapting to climate change.


The public's involvement in the Aliso Viejo Green City Initiative is essential to making Aliso Viejo "greener" and benefiting the community as a whole.


For more information about the December 9 meeting, call 949-949-425-2525.
















The City of Aliso Viejo, which incorporated July 1, 2001, encompasses approximately 7 square miles with over 46,123 residents. The City's annual budget is roughly $30 million. The City supports a thriving business community with companies such as Pacific Life Insurance Co.; United Parcel Service (UPS); Clarient; Valeant Pharmaceuticals; Q-Logic; Lennar Homes; Buy.Com; Fluor Daniel; Pepsi Bottling, Inc.; Shea Homes; the Renaissance ClubSport Hotel; and Bausch and Lomb. Aliso Viejo has 23 parks, vast open space and top-notch amenities including the Aliso Viejo Ranch and the City's new Conference Center and Aquatic Center. The City of Aliso Viejo welcomes you to "Experience It All." The City is also celebrating 2010 as the Year of the Youth. For more information, visit www.cityofalisoviejo.com.

Monday, November 22, 2010

Sparks of Love Toy Drive at the Fire Station in AV

Contribute to Firefighters' Spark of Love Toy Drive



The public is invited to help needy children during the holidays through the Spark of Love Toy Drive that runs through December 24.


The Spark of Love campaign began in 1993 in cooperation with ABC7 and local firefighters throughout Orange, Riverside, Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Ventura counties.


Spark of Love combines efforts with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program, Orange County Social Services Agency's Operation Santa Claus program and the St. Vincent de Paul Holiday Charities program. Working together as the Orange County Toy Collaborative, these groups collect and distribute about 250,000 toys annually to underprivileged children throughout Orange County.


Community members can drop off new, unwrapped toys or sports equipment to Aliso Viejo Fire Station 57, which is located at 57 Journey.






For more information, call OCFA Education Specialist Polly Bowen at 949-349-9425.