Contents Spring 2014

Feature Story: Citrus Fair comes back to town April 11-13...... page 4 City News

City Draft General Plan Approved...... 7 Bicycle Patrol Comes to La Habra...... 8 Celebrating Success...... 9 Plant of the Quarter...... 10 City Updates Its Phone System...... 11 Family, Youth, Information Guide...... 13 Chamber of Commerce News...... 15 Class and Recreation Guide Registration Info...... 16 Class Location Key...... 17 Children’s Museum...... 17 Activities for Kids...... 18 Summer Day Camp...... 19 Kids’ Night Out...... 24 New Family Activities...... 25 Activities for Adults...... 27 Activities for Seniors...... 35 Trips for Everyone...... 38

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Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 3 2014 Citrus Fair: “Back to the Farm!” Everyone is invited “Back to the Farm” for this year’s Spring Citrus Fair, which will focus on La Habra’s agricultural past, present and future. Come enjoy Sadie’s Farm-Tastic Adventure Show, a 30-minute performance featuring Sadie and her animatronic side kick, Old “Virgil” MacDonald. The duo’s fun-filled performance mixes comedy, music, balloon twisting, and lots of audience participation with some facts about farming, so that you will walk away wiser, as well as entertained. Mascots Limon the Lemon, Val the Orange with its current exhibit “Old La Habra Businesses,” many of and Hass the Avocado will be making rounds and are sure to which centered on the community’s agricultural roots. We please the kids, so bring your cameras. The fair will include a will also have country and folk music on our second stage to display of vintage farming equipment and citrus and farming get us into the “back at the farm” mood. memorabilia provided by the Old Settlers Historical Society. In addition, the La Habra Historical Museum (located next Each year we also celebrate our farming history by sharing to City Hall), will be open for visits on Saturday, 12 to 4 pm, the latest news about growing your own fruits and vegetables to live a healthier and more self-sufficient lifestyle. We are planning a mini farmer’s marketplace, which will include information about a proposed community garden. Back by popular demand, the La Habra Church of Christ will sponsor the Lemon & Orange Eating Contest (also known as the Sweet & Sour Challenge). And the Future Farmers of America will show livestock currently being raised at La Habra and Sonora High Schools.

No fair would be complete without offering dining and drinking adventures. Drum roll please… we are excited to announce the addition of the Citrus Fair Beer & Wine Garden, featuring Shock Top beer, craft beers and Stella Rosa wines from the San Antonio Winery. A new international food plaza adds to your dining options, along with the Visit RFRealtor.com/HomeValues Grilled Cheese Truck, Brats & Sausages, Salvadoran pupusas, For a FREE Market report and barbecue. Those with a sweet tooth are sure to love on your home. the funnel cakes, candy apples, shaved ice and other great selection of sweet treats. *Special Bonus, buy or sell with me before 2014 and I will The Fair is three fun-filled days, jam packed with thrilling give $250 to the school of your choice.* rides, exciting shows on two stages, including local music and Restictions Apply dance performances, 60 fabulous merchandise vendors, along with delicious food. So come on down and enjoy yourself. continued on page 6 >>>

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Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 5 continued from page 4>>> You might even want to put on some overalls or old work Advance purchase discounted ride tickets will be offered clothes to get in the “back to the farm” state of mind. But no through the La Habra Area Chamber of Commerce in matter how you dress, you’re guaranteed to have a good time! March. For more information, please visit: www.citrusfair. com or call 562-697-1704.

Friday, April 11th from 5 pm to 11 pm

Saturday, April 12th from 12 pm to 11 pm Beer/Wine & Rides available at 2 pm

Sunday, April 13th from 12 pm to 9 pm Beer/Wine & Rides available at 2 pm

6 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 City of La Habra Draft General Plan 2035 Approved City Manager Don Hannah Says Goodbye On January 21st, the City Council certified the final La Habra City Manager Don Hannah retired from Environmental Impact Report and approved the La Habra his position with the City effective Dec. 30, 2013. General Plan 2035, the 2014-2021 Housing Element, and Don, who was appointed as City Manager in 2007, Climate Action Plan. The adoption of the General Plan is the has had a long and distinguished career in public culmination of nearly three years of work by residents, the service, serving previously as a Captain with the General Plan Advisory Committee, and staff. Pursuant to law, the Whittier Police Department. During his time at State of California requires every city and county to prepare and La Habra, he assumed responsibility for the City’s adopt a comprehensive, long-term general plan for their physical day-to-day operations, providing steady leadership, development. It requires seven topics, or “elements”: land use, guidance and mentoring to staff; worked closely housing, circulation, conservation, open space, noise, and safety. with the City Council to develop and implement The evolution of the General Plan 2035, the 2014-2021 Housing policies and programs to improve the lives of Element Update, Climate Action Plan, and Environmental residents and to create a prosperous environment Impact Report involved a broad spectrum of community input. for businesses; and led the organization through The public was provided opportunities to participate throughout severe economic conditions while completing their preparation at key benchmarks. The engagement of several critical infrastructure projects. Those projects community members was achieved through 19 meetings of included the City’s Pavement Management Program the General Plan Advisory Committee, four public workshops, and expansion of our local water production a scoping meeting, housing workshop, EIR scoping meeting, capabilities. Additionally, Don reinvigorated the three joint Planning Commission and City Council meetings, City’s focus on values, ethics and a high standard and public hearings before the Planning Commission and City of customer service, thereby ensuring La Habra’s Council. residents and businesses receive excellent service and a high quality of life. We are certain to miss him, Residents and businesses were made aware of these events through but as he also happens to be a longtime La Habra the creation of a General Plan Update website, flyers to all property resident, we will see him around town as he intends owner through water bills, e-mail announcements, announcements to remain an active part of our community. at City Council and Planning Commission meetings, public service announcements on Channel 3, advertisements in the La Fortunately, the City remains in good hands as Habra Journal, press releases to the Orange County Register and Jim Sadro, who has led the City’s Finance and Los Angeles Times, announcements in the Chamber of Commerce Administration Department for nearly a decade, has newsletter, along with the placement of posters in local businesses. agreed to fill the position as Interim City Manager. Congratulations to everyone who participated in the process. Congratulations to both Don and Jim!

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Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 7 Bicycle Patrol Comes to La Habra

The La Habra Police Department recently reestablished its Bicycle Patrol Detail, consisting of uniformed patrol officers who are specially trained and certified in patrol bike operations. These officers are regularly assigned to either Patrol or the Detective Bureau, however, when schedules permit, will use bicycles to enhance the department’s patrol efforts in various areas of our community.

According to Lt. Jeff Swaim, who oversees this program, the bike detail is deployed, based upon thoroughly researched crime data, so it can have the most positive impact on reducing crime. Some residents may have already seen the officers on patrol, since during the holidays last year, they were utilized in retail shopping areas along Beach Blvd. and Imperial Hwy. to help suppress crime and distribute crime prevention brochures.

Bicycle patrols will also be used to reduce crime and increase a sense of safety in other areas of our community as well, such as apartment complexes and parks, along railroad tracks, in alleys, fields, and other areas not easily patrolled with police cars. The officers will be deployed in teams of of surprise. They also enjoy a greater degree of accessibility, two, sometimes up to six officers being utilized, to saturate allowing them more opportunities to interact with La Habra an area. These bicycle patrol teams will also be seen at residents and business community members alike. community events, such as summer concerts, due to their ability to respond through crowds of people. While citizens are encouraged to look for the bike patrols in the shopping centers and residential neighborhoods; The bike officers have the ability to approach crimes in criminals should be aware that they never know where or progress without being detected, thus having the element when the officers might show up!

8 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 Celebrating Success & What’s New Build a in La Habra bundle. Save a bundle. New Local Commuter Bus Routes The City of La Habra has been awarded funding through the Orange County Transportation Authority’s (OCTA) “Project V” Community-Based Transit Program to support Bruce Bender, Agent Bundle auto, home and life Insurance Lic#: 0496376 for big State Farm® discounts. a new local commuter bus service. The route, which will 201 W La Habra Blvd run Monday-Friday, will link key employment and retail La Habra, CA 90631 So let me show you how State Farm centers in La Habra, as well as provide residents with Bus: 562-697-1544 can help protect all the things that www.brucebender.com matter most – for a lot less than you enhanced connectivity to regional destinations such as St. think. GET TO A BETTER STATE.® Jude Hospital and the Fullerton Transportation Center. The CALL ME TODAY. new service will feature two separate routes with 30 minute headways. One route will travel in a loop around La Habra; the second route will provide commuters with another transit option that extends south into Fullerton. OCTA will purchase the buses and provide the drivers for the service, which is expected to start in June. For more information, please contact the Community Development Department at 1203025 State Farm, Bloomington, IL 562-383-4100. Visit La Habra Online at: Move More, Eat Healthy Campaign www.lahabraca.gov As part of the La Habra Move More, Eat Healthy Campaign, Help our environment — please recycle this magazine! the Community Collaborative, the La Habra Community Services Department, Elite Fitness and the University of California Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) are offering FREE nutrition classes at Brio Park starting Wednesday, April 2nd. The classes will continue for 8 consecutive weeks; April 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, May 7th, 14th and 21st at either 11:30 am-12:30 pm or 5:00- 7:30 pm. Brio Park is located at 300 S. Euclid St., at the intersection S. Euclid St. and First Ave.

Participants will learn the basics of eating healthy, being physically active, planning meals, shopping wisely and handling and sorting food safely. There will also be food demonstrations and parent incentives. This program is designed to assist limited resource audiences in acquiring the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and changed behavior necessary for nutritionally sound diets, and to contribute to their personal development and the improvement of the total family diet and nutritional well-being.

If you are interested in attending this program, contact Guadalupe Cabrera at 714-708-1610 or Rebecca French from Elite Fitness at 310-871-2325. You may also show up on April 2nd at either 11:00 am or 5:00 pm to join the classes.

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 9 La Habra Races Return The City of La Habra will hold its annual La Habra 5K/10K Run/Walk, which also includes a 1K Kiddy Run and a 50-Yard Diaper Dash, on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at the La Habra Marketplace, located at Imperial Hwy. and Beach Blvd. Registration opens at 6:00 am. The Corner Bakery Cafe La Habra 50-Yard Diaper Dash (open to ages three to five years) begins at 7:15 am; and the Chick-fil-A 1K Kiddy Run (open to ages six through nine years) begins at 7:20 am. The 5K/10K Run/Walk begins at 7:30 am, and awards for 5K winners will be presented at 8:15 am, followed by awards for 10K winners at 8:30 am. All runners will receive runner goody bags. The race features a health and fitness expo, medals to the top five LA HABRA’S DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANT OF THE QUARTER: runners in each age group division, timing and finish line management. The La Habra Active Day Camp staff will host a “Crazy Kids Club” for kids ages two to 13 years for adults who would like to participate in the race, Lavender but need assistance with their kids. Your participation in this event will help support The Children’s Museum at Lavender (Lavandula) is a highly drought tolerant La Habra, the La Habra Concerts in the Park series and perennial that is best known for its highly fragrant purple the La Habra High School cheerleaders. Please see the flowers and the essential oils they produce. It is native to ad on page 43 for registration information. the Mediterranean and grows to a height and width of approximately 18 inches to 36 inches, depending on the variety. It requires regular watering and an initial amount of compost during the first growing season, but once established, it thrives on full sun exposure and dry, rocky and sandy soils that drain well, as excessive moisture can lead to root rot.

Lavender is an excellent addition to most gardens as it can be used to create beautiful striking borders, fragrant walkways, and frame other plants and landscape areas. There are many different varieties to choose from, and flowers can vary from shades of purple to pink and blue. They are also often readily available at local nurseries.

For more information or guidance on suitable plants and trees, please contact the Public Works Department at 562- 383-4170 or explore the resources listed:

1. http://www.greatgardenplants.com 2. http://www.hgtv.com/gardening/create-and-care-for-a- lavender-hedge/index.html 3. http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/fletcher/programs/herbs/crops/ culinary/lavender_mccoy.html 4. http://gardening.about.com/od/perennials/a/Lavender.htm 5. Photo credit for Lavandula goes to: DK - How to Grow Practically Everything © 2010 Dorling Kindersley Limited. Website: http://www.hgtv.com/gardening/create-and-care- for-a-lavender-hedge/index.html

10 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 departments that are not located at the Civic or Community City Upgrades Its Centers. Phone System for As part of the upgrade, new telephone numbers were issued to each City department and staff member, which took effect Better Service in mid-December.

The City recently completed an upgrade and consolidation There will be a period after the switch during which calls of its telephone system to a single “voice over internet made to old City phone lines will be automatically forwarded protocol” (VOIP) system that replaces what had become a to the new numbers. Once that period ends, callers will technologically outdated system. The new system will save receive a general message instructing them to use the new the City money, provide improved communication between department phone numbers. 911 emergency operations are callers and City staff, and improve communication between not impacted by the upgrade. Please see the Civic Center different departments within the City, especially those Information box below for new numbers.

ANIMAL CONTROL...... 562-383-4352 CHILD DEVELOPMENT...... 562-383-4270 CHILDREN’S MUSEUM...... 562-383-4236 CITY CLERK’S OFFICE...... 562-383-4030 CITY HALL...... 562-383-4000 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT...... 562-383-4100 Civic Center COMMUNITY PRESERVATION HOTLINE...... 562-383-4143 Information COMMUNITY SERVICES...... 562-383-4200 201 E. La Habra Blvd. FACILITY RENTALS...... 562-383-4200 BUSINESS HOURS: FIRE DEPARTMENT...... 562-691-4692 Monday through Thursday: GRAFFITI HOTLINE...... 562-383-4220 7:30 am to 5:30 pm LA HABRA SHUTTLE...... 866-557-7433 Alternating Fridays: LIBRARY...... 562-694-0078 7:30 am to 4:30 pm MEALS ON WHEELS...... 562-383-4221 The City Council meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30 pm N.O.C. YOUTH CENTER...... 562-383-4227 in the City Council Chambers. The public PERSONNEL SERVICES...... 562-383-4079 is welcome and is provided with an POLICE DEPARTMENT...... 562-383-4300 opportunity to address the Council. PUBLIC WORKS/CITY YARD...... 562-383-4170 Council meetings are recorded and aired on Cable Channel 3 at 6:30 pm on the RECREATION...... 562-383-4205 Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday SENIOR/SOCIAL SERVICES...... 562-383-4216 following each meeting. For further SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAM...... 562-383-4222 information, please call the City Clerk’s VOLUNTEERS...... 562-383-4200 Office at 562-383-4030. WATER & SEWER BILLING...... 562-383-4070 www.lahabraca.gov WASTE MANAGEMENT...... 562-694-3730

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 11 Vista del Valle Park, as part of a multi-year plan to plant 100 Earth Day/Arbor cherry trees. For more information, please contact the Public Day Event Slated Works Department at 562-383-4170. La Habra Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast You’re invited to join the City of La Habra to celebrate Earth Thursday, May 1st Day and Arbor Day on Saturday, April 26th, at El Centro- La Habra Community Center, 101 W. La Habra Blvd. Lions Park, 320 E. Erna Ave., from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Breakfast - 6:15-6:50AM • Program - 7:00-8:15AM As in past years, the City will provide FREE mulch and tree In observance of our nation’s 63rd consecutive recognition of seedlings to residents. the National Day of Prayer, please join friends and neighbors as we pray for our City and its leadership. The theme for this year The seedlings will be donated by West Coast Arborists, Inc., is “One Voice, United in Prayer”, and is based on the verse from the City’s tree trimming contractor, and will be available Romans 15:6, “So that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” on a first come, first served basis. Waste Management, Inc., the City’s refuse contractor, is donating the free mulch. Speaker: Brad Dacus Attorney, Founder & President of Pacific Justice Institute Residents are limited to one plastic trash bag (maximum (a nonprofit specializing in defense of religious freedom, parental size 40 gallons) of mulch per person and MUST bring their rights and civil liberties). Frequent guest speaker on CNN, Good own trash bags, as well as proof of residency. There will also Morning America, The Today Show, Hannity, and The O’Reilly Factor. be an educational fair at the site, with information about Tickets: $15 per person or $150 per table water conservation, recycling and the La Habra Public Works For more information or reservations, Department’s programs. The City would also like to thank please call Brian Burgess at 562-697-7000. S.C. Yamamoto for planting 10 “Pink Cloud” cherry trees at

12 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 FYI: Family, Youth Information Resource Guide

The Family, Youth Information (FYI) Resource Guide provides valuable information to assist our residents in times of need. It is produced by the La Habra Community Collaborative, a collection of non-profit organizations, businesses, elected officials, schools, faith-based organizations and individuals in and around La Habra. The guide will continue to grow to share activities, needs and events and to work more efficiently in partnership on behalf of all the citizens within La Habra. A warm thank you to the La Habra Host Lions for providing a grant The La Habra Community Collaborative, to establish the first La Habra under the direction of Sandi Baltes, combines Community Resource Guide. elements to create and sustain a healthy Without the support of the Lions, this Guide community. The Collaborative focuses on would not have been possible. This FYI guide three areas of need: Teen Obesity (Rebecca is a project of the La Habra Collaborative in partnership with the La Habra Chamber of French, lead), Teen Pregnancy (Elaine Freisen Commerce and the City of La Habra. and Jorge Montoya, leads) and Juvenile Crime (Vicky Eagleson, lead). For more information about the collaborative, please contact:

La Habra Community Collaborative Thank you to the members of the Family, Youth Information (FYI) committee: Vanessa Perkins, 151 E. Whittier Blvd., Suite F Jane Williams, Mark Sturdevant, Dr. Joyce La Habra, CA 90631 Brooks, David De Leon, Elise Werderman, 562-691-4696 or 310-560-5271 Sandi Baltes, John Rees, David Gonzales and Vicky Eagleson. [email protected] Contact: Sandi Baltes This team worked diligently to collect and gather information for this first edition. We are aware that this guide will continue to grow and A forum established to strengthen city- expand as services within our community gain wide communication & connection momentum and connection.

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 13 Community Resource Freedom House Child Guidance Center Orange County Crisis Family, Youth Center 801 W. Highlander Ave. 2050 Youth Way Prevention Hotline: Information 350 S. Hillcrest St. La Habra, CA 90631 Fullerton, CA 92835 877-727-4747 La Habra, CA 90631 714-798-0773 714-871-5032 Resource Guide 562-697-1199 www.thefreedomhouse.org www.cgcoc.org California Youth Crisis: Marriage workshops/journey Education, support, group, 800-843-5200 SCHOOLS La Habra Library to freedom courses individual, couples, family, children & adolescents La Habra City School 221 E. La Habra Blvd. Domestic Violence Hotline: La Habra, CA 90631 Green Hills Baptist Church 800-978-3600 District 2200 W. Imperial Hwy. The Gary Center 500 N. Walnut Ave. 562-694-0078 www.ocpl.org La Habra, CA 90631 341 Hillcrest St. Child Abuse Hotline: La Habra, CA 90631 562-943-7241 La Habra, CA 90631 Grades K-8 714-938-0505 La Habra Senior Services www.greenhillsonline.org 562-691-3263 562-690-2000 www.garycenter.org www.lahabraschools.org 101 W. La Habra Blvd. Alcoholics Anonymous: La Habra, CA 90631 La Habra Christian Church Individual, couples, family, 714-556-4555 Superintendent: children & adolescent 562-383-4217 1400 Bella Vista Dr. Dr. Susan Belenardo La Habra Heights, CA 90631 counseling, support, education www.lahabraca.gov (sliding fee) County of Orange Alcohol & 562-691-0514 Drug Abuse Services: Lowell Joint School District www.mylhcc.com 11019 Valley Home Ave. Orange County Youth HEALTH-RELATED 888-424-2327 Center RESOURCES Whittier, CA 90503 La Habra Church of Christ 562-943-0211 1811 W. La Habra Blvd. County of Orange Children La Habra, CA 90631 1621 W. Lambert Rd. Friends of Family Health & Youth Services: Grades: K-8 La Habra, CA 90631 Center Superintendent: 562-383-4227 714-834-5015 Employment assistance for 562-697-4115 501 S. Idaho St. Dr. Patricia Howell youth ages 16-21 www.coclh.org La Habra, CA 90631 County of Orange 562-690-0400 Cleta Harder Developmental Centralized Assessment La Habra Area Chamber of Mission Presbyterian Church Medical/dental services TEAM (CAT): School & HBIC Commerce 409 W. Imperial Hwy. 981 N. Euclid St. 866-830-6011 321 E. La Habra Blvd. La Habra, CA 90631 La Habra Family Resources (onsite evaluations) La Habra, CA 90631 La Habra, CA 90631 714-448-3305 Center 562-694-5655 562-697-1704 www.missionpca.org 301 W. Las Lomas Dr. www.hbic.org County of Orange [email protected] La Habra, CA 90631 Behavioral Health Services: www.lahabrachamber.com Our Lady of Guadalupe 714-447-3460 Our Lady of Guadalupe (855) OC-LINKS 920 W. La Habra Blvd. www.frclahabra.org www.ochealthinfo.com/ 920 W. La Habra Blvd. Counseling, dental, health, FAITH-BASED 562-691-0533 OCLINKS La Habra, CA 90631 ORGANIZATIONS www.olglahabra.org juvenile 562-697-9726 Abundant Living Church Crisis Line for People with Grades: K-8 Potter’s Fellowship La Habra Life Center 601 S. Palm St. Disabilities: www.olgvikings.com 740 E. Lambert Rd. 579 W. La Habra Blvd. La Habra, CA 90631 800-426-4263 La Habra, CA 90631 La Habra, CA 90631 562-315-6428 Fullerton Joint Union High 562-690-7020 562-691-9395 www.abundantliving National Suicide Prevention School District & www.potters www.lahabralifecenter. La Habra High School church.tv com Lifeline: Individual & marriage fellowship.com 800-272-8255 801 W. Highlander Ave. Family counseling Pregnancy counseling & La Habra, CA 90631 counseling education Women, Infants & Children 562-266-5000 Vineyard Church Calvary Chapel of La Habra MOMS Orange County (WIC) Contact: Dr. Karl Zener 615-C S. Palm St. 1370 S. Euclid St. 1128 W. Santa Ana Blvd. 131 S. Harbor Blvd. www.lahabrahigh La Habra, CA 90631 La Habra, CA 90631 Santa Ana, CA 92703 La Habra, CA 90631 school.net 562-947-4600 714-446-6220 www.momsoforange 888-942-2229 www.vineyardnorthoc.org Sonora High School www.cclahabra.org county.org www.wicoffice.net 401 S. Palm St. Support groups for adults & Education, coordination to children Warehouse Church resources Casa Youth Shelter Brea, CA 90631 16200 E. Amber Valley Dr. 562-266-2000 (emergency shelter for Crossroads Church Whittier, CA 90604 The Gary Center Contact: Adam Bailey ages 12-17): 222 N. Euclid St. 562-690-5109 341 Hillcrest St. www.sonorahs.org 562-594-6825 La Habra, CA 90631 Church Office: La Habra, CA 90631 www.casayouthshelter.org 562-691-6674 562-691-3263 Whittier Christian 1301 W. Beach Blvd., Unit C www.crossroads www.garycenter.org High School La Habra, CA 90631 Free phone number to lahabra.org 562-690-5109 Dental clinic obtain 24-hour assistance 501 N. Beach Blvd. Fristers: Weekly program La Habra, CA 90631 www.thewarehouseoc.com for essential services dial: supporting young unmarried Whittier Pregnancy Clinic 2-1-1 562-694-3803 mothers & babies/youth to 7 elise@thewarehouse oc.com 16147 E. Whittier Blvd. www.wchs.com years. Free of charge. Contact Whittier, CA 90603 Elaine Friesen at Elaine@ Parenting classes, support, Orange County Mental crossroads.org. recovery 562-902-2273 Health (evaluations): City of La Habra www.pregnancycare Community Center 866-830-6011 COUNSELING & YOUTH clinic.org 101 W. La Habra Blvd. Emmanuel Lutheran Church 150 N. Palm St. RESOURCES Health, counseling & La Habra Police La Habra, CA 90631 vocational training 562-383-4200 La Habra, CA 90631 Biola Counseling Center Department Youth Services: www.lahabraca.gov 562-691-0656 12625 Biola Ave. OTHER YOUTH RESOURCES www.elch.org La Mirada, CA 90638 562-383-4300 City of La Habra 562-903-4800 Newhope 24-Hour Crisis 201 E. La Habra Blvd. Family Bible Church www.biolacounseling Counseling Hotline: La Habra, CA 90631 123 E. 2nd St. center.org 714-639-4673 562-383-4000 La Habra, CA 90631 Individual, couples, family, 562-694-9900 children & adolescents

14 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 In With the Old: La Habra Historical Museum Looks Try Our New Back at Local Chamber Business Members by Elizabeth Steves, Chamber Board Member & Museum If you are interested in participating as Volunteer a Chamber member, we will connect you to people in business, consumers, Although La Habra’s roots began in agriculture, the City also enjoys a organizations, and government officials rich history in the businesses that grew to serve the farming community. in the greater La Habra area. Our goal is The La Habra Historical Museum and the La Habra Area Chamber of to learn about your business and share Commerce invite you to take a vacation from the hectic pace of today’s what we learn with others! Contact Mark busy business world, to the early days of La Habra’s business community Sturdevant, President/CEO, at 562-697- and visit the Museum’s “Old Businesses of La Habra” exhibit, which 1704 or visit www.lahabrachamber.com opens with a feature section devoted to the La Habra Area Chamber Wheel Volition, LLC Lilla Rose, Inc. of Commerce’s Centennial anniversary. Visitors can view books which Brandon Tell John Dorsey display a rich 100-year history of business in La Habra through 2120 E. Lambert Rd., 1050 S. Cypress St., articles, photos and memorabilia, all of which segue into the Museum’s Suite E Suite G numerous displays featuring City businesses established through 1960. La Habra, CA 90631 La Habra, CA 90631 714-757-8619 714-680-3259 Some highlights include: Awarding Health Wells Fargo • One of the oldest businesses: Pomona Box Company Jon Olsen Home Mortgage • Two of the top ten tax revenue generators: Don Steves Chevrolet & 661 N. Dexford Dr. Sandra Talbert La Habra, CA 90631 1400 N. Harbor Blvd., Burch Ford 714-797-9777 Suite 300 • Community favorites: Central Drugs & La Habra 300 Bowl Fullerton, CA 92835 • Celebration places: El Cholo & La Habra Music Edward Jones 714-578-6835 • Business with a cool, retro sign: White Automotive Anna Li 15739 Imperial Hwy. Quality Barber Take a walk down Central Avenue, past Hallmark Carpets and Central La Mirada, CA 90638 Haircut & Shave Printing, then delight in the Trappers Inn display, where all that is 562-943-5787 Willie Le missing is a tossed blue cheese salad under the familiar red chandelier 331 S. Harbor Blvd. and deer head hunting trophy. The Museum also features many time Water Vending Station La Habra, CA 90631 Katoch Tapinder 562-697-5380 capsule videos in its cozy movie room, where you can meet up with 121 West Whittier some of your favorite business leaders, including John and Tillie Campos Blvd., #5 JB’s Famous BBQ of Senor Campos, Warren Kraft of La Habra Fence, John D’Angelo of La Habra, CA 90631 John Basurto D’Angelo, Inc., Howard Vipperman of Vipper Rubber, Luis Ornelas 626-715-6649 6717 Comstock Ave. of Unicorn Metals, Jane Williams of the La Habra Journal, as well as Whittier, CA 90601 members of the Villelli family. U.S. Army Recruiter 805-760-5658 Ann Ayers, Captain This exhibit is only the first of many more to come. Museum staff is on 27401 Los Altos, Coldwell Banker Suite 330 Alliance Realty an ongoing hunt for artifacts, stories and memorabilia for future exhibits Mission Viejo, CA Leslie Fierro about local businesses, no matter how big or small. Now is a great time 92691 851 N. Citrus Dr., for any business owner to start a time capsule and collect and protect 714-447-1059 Unit 9 promotional items, newspaper clippings, ads or photos to be shared with La Habra, CA 90631 future generations of La Habrans eager to learn about the successes of Little Feet Day Care 626-236-8220 today, as well as of past years. “Old Businesses of La Habra” will be on 500 Maple St. La Habra, CA 90631 display through August 20th. The Museum is located at 215 E. 562-480-6438 La Habra Blvd., and it is open on Saturdays, 12:00 to 4:00 pm. For more information, please call 562-691-0258.

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 15 Registration Information 4 FAST & EASY WAYS! 1. 2. 3. 4. WALK-IN: ONLINE: PHONE-IN or FAX-IN: MAIL-IN: La Habra Community Center Accepted only if charging Accepted only if charging Make checks payable to: 101 W. La Habra Blvd. to your credit or debit card. to your credit or debit card. City of La Habra La Habra, CA 90631 VISA or MASTERCARD VISA or MASTERCARD Monday through Friday Mail check to: Online service fee will apply In Person: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. $1.75 processing fee La Habra Community Services Mail Box Drop in Lobby Website: Telephone: 562-383-4200 P.O. Box 337 https://apm.activecommunities (NO CASH): 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Fax: La Habra, CA 90633 .com/cityo ahabra/Home 562-383-4482 Registration will not be taken in class. GENERAL POLICIES POLICY REGARDING REFUNDS 1. Make checks payable to City of La Habra. 1. $6 service charge per activity on all requested refunds. 2. The Department has the right to cancel classes/trips. 2. No refunds after the 1st class meeting. Refunds must 3. Classes will be cancelled if under minimum enrollment. be requested prior to the date of the second class meeting. 4. A $10 fee will be charged for returned checks. 5. Registration will not be taken in class. 3. If class or trip is cancelled by the Department, an automatic 6. Program information is subject to change. refund will be processed and mailed to you. (No service charge.) 7. Participant’s photographs may be used in publicity.

La Habra Community Services Department, 101 W. La Habra Blvd., L.H. 90631 • Monday-Friday • 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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WAIVER OF LIABILITY “I agree to waive and release the Community Services Department and the City, its officers, agents, and employees from and agai nst any and all claims, costs, liabilities, expenses or judgements, including attorney’s fees and court costs arising from my (or my child’s) participation in the City’s recreation program of any illness/injury resulting therefrom and hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless the City from and against any and all such claims, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, except for illness and injury resulting directly from, gross negligence or willful misconduct on the part of the City or its employees. I understand and agree that by signing this waiver I am freeing the City, its employees, officers or agents from any liability resulting from my (or my child’s) participation in this sponsored event or activity. I recognize that the event can be dangerous to me (or my child) and accept those dangers. I understand that if I am (or my child is) injured this waiver will be used against me and anyone else claiming damage because of my (or my child’s) injury in any legal action. I also understand that no employee or agent is authorized to modify this waiver. I hereby represent that I understand and am familiar with the nature of the activities in which I (or my child) will participate in this recreation program that I (or my child) am in good physical health and that I (or my child) do not have physical or emotional conditions, past or present, of wh ich I am aware, which would in any way affect my (or my child’s) ability to participate in this activity. I have personally read and understand this waiver.”

In case of emergency, I give my permission for emergency medical treatment for myself or the minor and agree to pay any cost incurred as a result of such treatment. I also give my permission for any photographs taken of myself or any member of my family to be used for advertising purposes for the Community Services Department. I understand that on excursions, if I (or my child) fail to report to the bus at the specified time of departure, the City is NOT responsible for providing alternate transportation to or from the site. This form shall be considered valid until canceled or changed in writing by the undersigned parent/guardian/participant and received by the City. My signature acknowledges that I understand and agree to the above conditions. Refunds for trips only if the ticket can be resold. No class refunds after the first class meeting. Refunds must be requested prior to the third class meeting. A $6 SERVICE CHARGE WILL BE HELD FROM ALL APPROVED REFUNDS.

______/______/______Signature (If Minor, Parent or Legal Guardian Signature) Date 16 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 Registration Information Class Locations FAST & EASY WAYS! Life in CITY OF LA HABRA LOCATIONS 4 ECLP ��EL CENTRO-LIONS PARK, 320 Erna St. (at Cypress) 1. 2. 3. 4. La Habra FMA ��FRAZIER MARTIAL ARTS, 759 E. Whittier Blvd., 562-690-2146 WALK-IN: ONLINE: PHONE-IN or FAX-IN: MAIL-IN: LBP ��LA BONITA PARK, 1440 W. Whittier Blvd. La Habra Community Center Accepted only if charging Accepted only if charging Make checks payable to: Class & LHB ��LA HABRA 300 BOWL, 370 E. Whittier Blvd. (at Cypress), 562-691-6721 101 W. La Habra Blvd. to your credit or debit card. to your credit or debit card. City of La Habra La Habra, CA 90631 LHCC ��LA HABRA COMMUNITY CENTER, 101 W. La Habra Blvd. VISA or MASTERCARD VISA or MASTERCARD Recreation Monday through Friday Mail check to: LHMC ��LA HABRA MUSIC CENTER, 1885 W. La Habra Blvd. (at Beach), 562-694-4891 Online service fee will apply $1.75 processing fee In Person: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. La Habra Community Services Pages OBS ��ONE BODY STUDIOS, 2424 W. Whittier Blvd., 562-309-4641 Mail Box Drop in Lobby Website: Telephone: 562-383-4200 P.O. Box 337 https://apm.activecommunities SH ��SCOUT HUT, 1100 W. Lambert Rd. (at Idaho) (NO CASH): 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Fax: 562-383-4482 La Habra, CA 90633 Color-coded sections: .com/cityo ahabra/Home USADS ��USA DANCE STUDIO, 401 W. Whittier Blvd., 562-690-9584 Registration will not be taken in class. Children = n VMH ��VETERAN’S MEMORIAL HALL, 209 N. Orange St. (at Erna) GENERAL POLICIES POLICY REGARDING REFUNDS 1. Make checks payable to City of La Habra. 1. $6 service charge per activity on all requested refunds. Adults = n CITY OF FULLERTON LOCATION 2. The Department has the right to cancel classes/trips. 2. No refunds after the 1st class meeting. Refunds must 3. Classes will be cancelled if under minimum enrollment. PMS ��PATRICK’S MUSIC SCHOOL, 649 W. Commonwealth Ave. (at Woods), 714-871-1961 be requested prior to the date of the second class meeting. Seniors = n 4. A $10 fee will be charged for returned checks. 5. Registration will not be taken in class. 3. If class or trip is cancelled by the Department, an automatic Trips = n CITY OF WHITTIER LOCATIONS 6. Program information is subject to change. refund will be processed and mailed to you. (No service charge.) 7. Participant’s photographs may be used in publicity. PP ��PARNELL PARK, 15390 Lambert Rd. (at Scott), 562-567-9450

La Habra Community Services Department, 101 W. La Habra Blvd., L.H. 90631 • Monday-Friday • 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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______/______/______Signature (If Minor, Parent or Legal Guardian Signature) Date Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 17 For further infActivitiesormation on any of our class fores or to r eKidsgister, call 562-383-4200. To register online visit: HTTPS://APM.ACTIVECOMMUNITIES.COM/CITYOFLAHABRA/HOME The City reserves the right to substitute instructors, cancel activities, change dates, times and/or locations as necessary without public notice. We apologize for any resulting inconvenience.

Dance TINY TOTS BALLET/TAP COMBO Here is the perfect class to introduce your little one to the joys of dance! Participants will spend 15 minutes on ballet and 15 USA Dance Studio Classes minutes on tap and will learn some basic steps, develop large motor coordination, make new friends and wear their pretty HIP HOP FOR HIP KIDS dance clothes. Ballet and tap shoes are required. This high-energy class combines fun and creative dance moves Instructor: USA Dance Studio and routines. Learn basic and new hip hop steps. Dance to the coolest and most recent hip hop tunes while you make new Age: 2-3 yrs Fee: $48/8 weeks Location: USADS friends. Wear loose-fitting clothing and tennis shoes. #2010.200...... MON 3/31-5/19...... 5:30-6:00 pm #2010.201...... SAT 4/5-5/24...... 10:45-11:15 am Instructor: USA Dance Studio Age: 3-4 yrs Fee: $48/8 weeks Location: USADS BALLET/JAZZ #2003.200...... MON 3/31-5/19...... 5:00-5:30 pm This is a beginning ballet class for the elementary school-aged #2003.201...... THUR 4/3-5/22...... 4:30-500 pm dancer. Come join us and experience the graceful movements of ballet and jazz. Participants will improve their flexibility and Age: 5-7 yrs Fee: $60/8 weeks Location: USADS posture, as well as learning ballet dance moves and technique. #2002.200...... MON 3/31-5/19...... 6:15-7:00 pm Basic turns, jumps and kicks will be introduced in the jazz portion #2002.201...... THUR 4/3-5/22...... 5:45-6:30 pm of the class. Ballet shoes are required. Age: 8-12 yrs Fee: $80/8 weeks Location: USADS Instructor: USA Dance Studio #2000.200...... THUR 4/3-5/22...... 5:00-6:00 pm Age: 5-7 yrs Fee: $80/8 weeks Location: USADS #2004.200...... TUE 4/1-5/20...... 5:00-6:00 pm #2004.201...... FRI 4/4-5/23...... 5:15-6:15 pm To register online visit: https://apm. Age: 8-12 yrs Fee: $80/8 weeks Location: USADS activecommunities.com/cityoflahabra/home #2006.200...... TUE 4/1-5/20...... 7:00-8:00 pm For further information, #2006.201...... FRI 4/4-5/23...... 6:15-7:15 pm please call 562-383-4200. continued >>>

18 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 WEEK 1: Discovery Science Center WEEK 2: La Habra DisneyActive California Adventure WEEK 3: Long Beach Aquarium Summer DayWEEK 4: Camp Sky Zone WEEK 5: at the Veterans Hall, 209 N. Orange Street Knott’s Berry Farm WEEK 6: WEEK 1: June 2nd through August 15th La MiradaLos AngelesSplash Zoo Open to children aged 4-12 years WEEK 7: WEEK 2: Orange PacificCounty Fair Park Monday through Friday WEEK 8: WEEK 3: Disneyland Regular Hours Extended Hours WEEK 9: Boomer’s 9 AM to 5 PM 7 AM to 6 PM Pacific ParkWEEK 4: $120/wk. $150/wk. WEEKCalifornia 10: Adventure Castle Park ($20 one-time only registration fee, includes camp t-shirt) WEEK 5: Downtown Disney WEEK 6: Assemblies, Beach Days, Water Long Beach Aquarium Days, Pool Days, Art Lessons, WEEK 7: Grade Level Enrichment Packets, Knott’s Berry Farm WEEK 8: Fun Fitness Activities, Educational Skyzone Games & Specialty Camp Add-Ons WEEK 9: ••••••••••• Castle Park WEEK 10: Wednesday Excursions Disneyland ••••••••••• Like Us: La Habra Recreation Division Summer Specialty Add-On Camps Follow Us: @LaHabraRecreationDivision Additional information will be Follow Us: LaHabraRecreationDivision available soon Soccer Girls Law Softball/Baseball Enforcement Registration information available Basketball Girls Fire Academy Tennis Journalism March 17, 2014 Golf Musical Theater Dance Cheer

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 19 Age: 5-7 yrs Fee: $67/10 weeks Location: TUE/VMH Dance SAT/LHCC #2005.200...... TUE 3/25-5/27...... 4:15-5:00 pm #2005.201...... SAT 3/29-6/7...... 10:45-11:30 am MISS MELISSA’S Classes BALLET/TAP COMBO Fitness This class introduces creative ballet and tap techniques to young dancers. Participants will learn coordination, listening skills, MINI FUTSAL PROGRAM FOR TODDLERS individual steps, and basic combinations in a creative, supportive environment. Children with prior beginning level experience HNEWH The level of this program is recreational and targets are also welcome, and the instructor will make adjustments to toddlers only, ages four through six, with no or very little accommodate their abilities. There will be a performance for experience in playing futsal. Athletes will begin to build family on the last day of class. Instructor Melissa Williams has awareness of technical fundamentals for the game of soccer, taught children’s dance for many years. No class on Saturday, healthy eating, and most important, having fun! Class requires a April 26th & Monday, May 26th. minimum of six players and a maximum of 15. Instructor: Melissa Williams Instructor: Toque Futsal Age: 3-5 yrs Fee: $67/10 weeks Location: MON/VMH Age: 4-6 yrs Fee: $55/4 weeks Location: LBP SAT/LHCC #1012.200...... SAT 4/5-4/26...... 9:00-9:45 am #2001.200...... MON 3/24-6/2...... 4:15-5:00 pm #1012.201...... SAT 5/3-5/24...... 9:00-9:45 am #2001.201...... SAT 3/29-6/7...... 10:00-10:45 am continued >>> Pictures of participants may be taken at the City of La Habra’s special events, classes and programs to be used in publicity materials for the City of La Habra.

continued >>> 20 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 TOQUE FUTSAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Age: 5-8 yrs Fee: $59/5 weeks Location: PP #1000.200...... TUE 4/1-4/29...... 5:30-6:25 pm The level of this program is recreational and targets all skilled- level players, ages seven through 14. Trainers will work on the #1000.201...... TUE 5/6-6/3...... 5:30-6:25 pm fundamentals of the game, helping develop technical skill for soccer, and build awareness of healthy living, all while having BEGINNING GYMNASTICS fun! Class requires a minimum of six players and a maximum of Classes include warm-up exercises for conditioning and 15. flexibility, as well as floor exercises, tumbling and balance beam Instructor: Toque Futsal Staff work. Instruction is also given on other equipment, including mini-trampoline, bars, and vault. Age: 7-10 yrs Fee: $65/4 weeks Location: LBP Instructor: Lighthouse Gymnastics Staff #1013.200...... TUE/THUR 4/8-5/1...... 5:00-6:00 pm #1013.201...... TUE/THUR 5/6-5/29...... 5:00-6:00 pm Age: 8-18 yrs Fee: $59/5 weeks Location: PP #1001.200...... TUE 4/1-4/29...... 6:30-7:25 pm Age: 11-14 yrs Fee: $65/4 weeks Location: LBP #1001.201...... TUE 5/6-6/3...... 6:30-7:25 pm #1014.200...... TUE/THUR 4/8-5/1...... 6:00-7:00 pm #1014.201...... TUE/THUR 5/6-5/29...... 6:00-7:00 pm MINI SPORTS FOR TINY TOTS TUMBLING TODDLERS Let’s play ball! Here is a sports class especially designed for kids aged three to five. This program will cover the basics of soccer, Class introduces students to the exciting and bouncy world of Tee-ball, basketball, track and field, and other recreational gymnastics! Instruction on bars, balance beam, vault and mini- games, along with sportsmanship, providing a great introduction trampoline will be given, as well as movement and tumbling. to sports and building participants’ social skills. The last meeting Parent participation is required. will include a BBQ, so the whole family can enjoy the final “BIG Instructor: Lighthouse Gymnastics Staff game”. Cost is $45 per child/$40 for additional children in the same household (must register at the same time) and includes Age: 1-2-1/2 yrs Fee: $59/5 weeks Location: PP a T-shirt. Sign up today; space is limited. Rain-outs will be held #1017.200...... TUE 4/1-4/29...... 4:00-4:40 pm indoors or rescheduled. #1017.201...... TUE 5/6-6/3...... 4:00-4:40 pm Instructor: La Habra Recreation Staff Age: 2-1/2-5 yrs Fee: $59/5 weeks Location: PP Age: 3-5 yrs Fee: $45/8 weeks Location: ECLP #1018.200...... TUE 4/1-4/29...... 4:45-5:25 pm #1009.200...... TUE 4/1-5/20...... 4:00-5:00 pm #1018.201...... TUE 5/6-6/3...... 4:45-5:25 pm Age: 3-5 yrs Fee: $59/5 weeks Location: PP SELF DEFENSE with CHARACTER #1019.200...... WED 4/2-4/30...... 9:00-9:40 am EDUCATION for PRESCHOOLERS #1019.201...... WED 5/7-6/4...... 9:00-9:40 am Creating Happy, Healthy, Respectful Children! Age: 2-3 yrs Fee: $59/5 weeks Location: PP HNEWH It’s a karate program designed specifically for #1020.200...... WED 4/2-4/30...... 9:45-10:25 am preschool-aged kids! Three and four year olds love physical #1020.201...... WED 5/7-6/4...... 9:45-10:25 am activity and anything involving play. Our program targets their stage of development in a way that keeps them entertained, Age: 1-2 yrs Fee: $59/5 weeks Location: PP at the same time building skills that set them up for success. #1021.200...... WED 4/2-4/30...... 10:30-11:10 am Optional uniform can be purchased at first class for $42. #1021.201...... WED 5/7-6/4...... 10:30-11:10 am Instructor: Amanda Molina KIDDIE GYMNASTICS Age: 3-4 yrs Fee: $40/4 weeks Location: FMA #1010.200...... MON 3/24-4/14...... 4:45-5:15 pm Classes features movement education, which improves a #1010.201...... MON 4/28-5/19...... 4:45-5:15 pm child’s strength, flexibility and coordination. Different pieces of equipment, such as bars, balance beam, vault and tumbling mats continued >>> will be used. Parent participation is required. Instructor: Lighthouse Gymnastics Staff Visit La Habra Online at: www.lahabraca.gov Help our environment — please recycle this magazine!

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22 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 Fitness Music

KARATE KIDDIES: DRUM FOR FUN! PARENT & ME KARATE CLASS Has your child been begging to learn the drums? Now is the time Karate Kiddies is a parent and me karate program, with a focus go get started! This is a fun and energetic class which features on motor skill development, social interaction and parent-child rhythm reading and playing on the drum. Drum pads will be bonding. Your child will be able to explore and learn the basics available for use in class. Participant must purchase drums of life skills: focus, patience, kindness, respect! Motor skills sticks. development activities will include balancing, climbing, running, Instructor: Patrick’s Music School blocks, punches, kicks! Age: 9-15 yrs Fee: $60/4 weeks Location: PMS Instructor: Frazier Martial Arts #4009.200...... MON 4/7-4/28...... 5:30-6:20 pm Age: 20-36 mths Fee: $45/4 weeks Location: FMA #1003.200...... SAT 3/29-4/19...... 10:30-11:00 am VOICE FOR YOUTH #1003.201...... SAT 5/3-5/24...... 10:30-11:00 am Do you like to sing? Tell your friends and neighbors about this class, which will teach them to breathe properly, sing on pitch, SELF DEFENSE with CHARACTER and have fun at the same time. Participants will sing as a group, EDUCATION for KIDS but will focus on individual performance. Instructor: Patrick’s Music School Creating Happy, Healthy, Respectful Children! HNEWH It’s a kids’ karate program that has it all! Your kids will Age: 9-15 yrs Fee: $60/4 weeks Location: PMS learn self-defense, but what they also gain is the confidence to #4010.200...... SAT 4/12-5/3...... 12:30-1:20 pm protect themselves and the courage to resist bullies and negative peer pressure! Our kid-qualified instructors know how to connect with each child on a personal level. Your child will get a lot of Rockin’ with the Guitar personal attention and the positive feedback he or she deserves. Learn the guitar and have fun! In our guitar class we focus on Optional uniform can be purchased at first class for $37. teaching beginners chords, strumming, and we’ll also teach you how to read notes and tablature. We’ll help you learn the basic Instructor: Frazier Martial Arts fundamentals of music and the guitar. Students can choose Age: 5-12 yrs Fee: $40/4 weeks Location: FMA either acoustic or electric guitar for their class (not provided). #1004.200...... THUR 3/27-4/17...... 5:15-5:45 pm Sign up now and get ready to rock! Students may purchase our #1004.201...... THUR 5/1-5/22...... 5:15-5:45 pm guitar class package with all necessary materials from La Habra Music Center. For more information please call 562-694-4891. #1004.202...... THUR 5/29-6/19...... 5:15-5:45 pm Instructor: La Habra Music Center Age: 7-17 yrs Fee: $65/4 weeks Location: LHMC La Habra Police Department #4000.200...... THUR 4/3-4/24...... 6:15-7:00 pm Radio Patrol #4000.201...... THUR 5/1-5/22...... 6:15-7:00 pm If you want to volunteer your time and service to the PIANOLAND community, the La Habra Police Department’s Radio Patrol program may Playing the piano can be very relaxing and is a great way to have be perfect for fun. Participants will learn note-reading, correct hand positions, you! Radio Patrol five finger songs, chords and how to play using both hands at the consists of men same time. You do not need to own a piano. A book is required and women who and may be purchased at Patrick’s for $12.50. serve as uniformed Instructor: Patrick’s Music Studio volunteers helping to make the Age: 9-15 yrs Fee: $60/4 weeks Location: PMS community a safer #4008.200...... FRI 4/11-5/2...... 6:00-6:50 pm place to live. Some continued >>> of the duties include assisting with traffic control, helping out during unforeseen events such as power outages, and reporting suspicious activities witnessed when out on patrol. To register online visit: https://apm. REQUIREMENTS: 18 years of age and older, Valid California driver’s license, Complete Application, Background Check activecommunities.com/cityoflahabra/home For more information, please call 562-383-4300. For further information, please call 562-383-4200.

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 23 Music Art

TICKLE THE KEYS INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING TECHNIQUES In this class, young children learn to play the piano AND much This is a beginning course to introduce and develop drawing skills more: ear training, harmony, rhythm, music reading and writing. through demonstrations and examples of master drawings from They will have fun! Parents are encouraged to participate. You children’s book illustrations, animation and technical drawing. do not need to own a piano. A book is required and may be Course will cover contour, line, structure, perspective, light/ purchased at Patrick’s for $8.50. shadow, color and modeling form. No class on Monday, May 26th. Instructor: Patrick’s Music School Instructor: Carlos Moreno Age: 2-3 yrs Fee: $60/4 weeks Location: PMS #4005.200...... TUE 4/8-4/29...... 1:00-1:50 pm Age: 7-14 yrs Fee: $37/5 weeks Location: LHCC #6002.200...... MON 3/24-4/21...... 5:00-6:00 pm Age: 4-5 yrs Fee: $60/4 weeks Location: PMS #6002.201...... MON 4/28-6/2...... 5:00-6:00 pm #4006.200...... WED 4/9-4/30...... 1:00-1:50 pm continued >>> Age: 6-8 yrs Fee: $60/4 weeks Location: PMS #4007.200...... THUR 4/10-5/1...... 5:30-6:20 pm Pictures of participants may be taken at the City of La Habra’s special events, classes and programs to be used in publicity materials for the City of La Habra.

Itty Bitty Summer Camp Kids’ Night Out Itty Bitty Summer Camp is a program designed just Kids, this event is all about you! Stop by and enjoy the for three and four-year-olds! Campers will start every evening and a break from your parents. Activities will morning with circle time activities and songs. Daily include games, crafts, dinner, popcorn and a movie! activities will include arts & crafts, games, outside play, Kids can bring a blanket and a pillow to relax on during snacks, songs, dance and more! On the last day of each the movie. Parents must register in advance; limited camp session, parents will be invited for a BBQ potluck space is available, so register today! and special open house presented by the campers. Instructor: Recreation Staff Space is limited, so sign up early! Age: 4-13 yrs Age: 3 & 4 years Fee: $15/child Fee: $130/2 week session Location: LHCC (Monday-Friday) Dates: Friday, March 28th, April 25th, Time: 8:00 am to 12:30 pm May 23rd, July 25th & August 29th Lunch & Snacks Included Time: 6:00 to 10:30 pm

24 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 A Night at the Museum Join the La Habra Recreation staff for an epic overnight takeover of the museum! Fun family activities will include games, crafts, storytelling, a movie and more. Dinner, breakfast and snacks will be served. Children must be accompanied by a parent/ guardian. All registered participants will receive a welcome letter, with additional details regarding the event. Pre-registration is necessary, and limited space is available, so register today! Instructor: Recreation Staff Friday-Saturday, June 27th-28th, 5:30 pm-9:00 am Children’s Museum at La Habra, 310 S. Euclid St. Ages: 4 thru 12 yrs., must be accompanied by a paid adult/guardian Fee: $10 per person

Family Camping Trip We are delighted to offer our first annual Family Camping Trip at Camp Scherman, located on 700 acres in a beautiful hidden valley in the San Jacinto Mountains. Camp activities available include archery, canoeing/kayaking, hiking, swimming, trail exploration, stargazing, arts and crafts, games, campfire, skits, volleyball, movies and more! Families will share cabins (2+ families per cabin); amenities include mattresses, restrooms, showers and hot water. Scheduled meals are prepared on-site by food service professionals, and families eat together in the dining hall. Additional snacks, and beverages are provided throughout the weekend. All children must register with at least one parent/ guardian. Although recreation staff will be present during the camping trip, parents are responsible for supervising their children. Pre-registration is necessary; sign up early, limited space is available! In-person registration is required for the Family Camping Instructor: Recreation Staff Trip. Registration begins on Monday, March 24, 2014 at the Friday-Sunday, August 15th thru 17th La Habra Community Center and will be taken on a first- Price: $165/Child (Ages 5 thru 13 yrs.) come, first-served basis until June 15th or until the trip is sold out. All registered campers will receive a welcome $179/Adult (See payment schedule) packet, and the first 20 children who register will receive a Departure Time: 1:00 pm free duffel bag! After June 15th, all interested campers will Return Time: 3:00 pm be placed on a waiting list. Refunds will be issued as follows, minus a $15 processing fee Departure/Return Location: per person. La Bonita Park, 1440 W. Whittier Blvd. Cancel prior to June 15th = The following payment schedule is available for those $15 Cancellation Fee/pp, unless trip is resold registered by Friday, May 16th Cancel June 15th thru July 14th = • Registration Form & $40/pp Deposit – May 1, 2014 $80 Cancellation Fee/pp, unless trip is resold • 2nd Payment, $45/pp – June 2, 2014 Cancel July 15th thru August 15th = • 3rd Payment, $45/pp – July 1, 2014 No Refund, unless trip is resold • 4th Payment, $45/pp – August 1, 201 *If the trip is resold, a $6 processing fee will be applied to your transaction.

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 25 readings. Parent participation is required (max two adults per Art child). Additional siblings may enroll for $22 and must sign up together. No class on Friday, July 4th. Meets at Powder Canyon MASTERPIECES WITH PENCILS & PASTELS Trailhead, 2345 Fullerton Road, La Habra Heights. Instructor: Habitat Authority In this fun class, your young artist will learn basic design, perspective, figurative art and drawing techniques. Students Age: 2-5 yrs Fee: $27/4 weeks Location: See above create one “masterpiece” at each class. There is a $4 supply fee #4028.200...... FRI 6/13-7/11...... 9:00-10:00 am payable to the instructor at the first class meeting. Instructor: Kathy Breaux, M.A. in Painting & Drawing LEGO PRESCHOOL ABC & COUNTING Age: 6-12 yrs Fee: $42/4 weeks Location: LHCC Reinforce essential preschool skills with a fun, new approach #6001.200...... FRI 3/28-4/18...... 4:00-5:00 pm based on the time-tested popularity of LEGO® bricks! Brightly colored DUPLO® bricks are used to create fun, simple sculptures based on the ABCs, enhancing fine motor skills. Counting and FUN ACRYLIC PAINTING patterning, recognizing colors and shapes, ordering and using Young artists will create expressive paintings while learning color positional words are additional skills learned. Each lesson closes mixing, landscape, portraiture and composition. Participants with a few minutes of free-play time to promote creativity in need to wear and on old t-shirt or apron to class, as the paint extending the model of the day. An $8 supply fee is payable to used may stain. There is a $4 supply fee payable to the instructor the instructor at the first class meeting. at the first class meeting. Instructor: Bricks4Kidz Instructor: Kathy Breaux, M.A. in Painting & Drawing Age: 3-5 yrs Fee: $78/5 weeks Location: LHCC Age: 6-12 yrs Fee: $42/4 weeks Location: LHCC #4001.200...... TUE/THUR 4/1-5/1...... 11:15 am-12:00 pm #6000.200...... FRI 4/25-5/16...... 4:00-5:00 pm Age: 3-5 yrs Fee: $63/4 weeks Location: LHCC PORTRAITURE FOR KIDS #4001.201...... TUE/THUR 5/6-5/29..... 11:15 am-12:00 pm Students learn to draw the face from three vantage points, while STOP MOTION MOVIE MAKING having fun. Media include pencils, crayons, ink and pastels. There is a $2 supply fee payable to the instructor at the first class Lights, cameras, Legos®, computers, software and your meeting. creativity combine to design, create, and film a stop action mini-movie. Working as a team, students will plan, script and Instructor: Kathy Breaux, M.A. in Painting & Drawing use LEGO® components to build the set and props and then shoot their movie using a camera. Teams will use movie- Age: 6-12 yrs Fee: $22/2 weeks Location: LHCC making software to add special effects, titles, credits and more. #6003.200...... FRI 5/23-5/30...... 4:00-5:00 pm Participants will take home a DVD of their movie creation and a recognition certificate. An $20 supply fee for t-shirt and DVD is Personal Enrichment payable to the instructor at the first class meeting. Instructor: Bricks4Kidz

LITTLE EXPLORERS Age: 7-15 yrs Fee: $125/5 weeks Location: LHCC #4002.200...... SAT 5/3-5/31...... 10:00 am-12:00 pm HNEWH Enjoy outdoors sensory activities with your tyke,. Develop your child’s intelligence through hands-on interaction Pictures of participants may be taken at the City of with the wonders of nature. Explore animals, bugs and much La Habra’s special events, classes and programs to be used more. Meetings include songs, puppetry and unique story in publicity materials for the City of La Habra.

26 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 For furtheActivitiesr information on any of our c laforsses or to Adults register, call 562-383-4200. To register online visit: HTTPS://APM.ACTIVECOMMUNITIES.COM/CITYOFLAHABRA/HOME The City reserves the right to substitute instructors, cancel activities, change dates, times and/or locations as necessary without public notice. We apologize for any resulting inconvenience.

Age: 14+ yrs Fee: $33/8 weeks Location: VMH Dance #2504.200...... TUE 4/1-5/20...... 7:15-8:00 pm BASIC SALSA BELLY DANCING Learn today’s “hottest” dances — Salsa and Merengue! This class Belly dancing, with its mystical movements, will inspire your will give you a basic understanding of these dances, plus teach spirit to breathe, expand and stretch. Come and celebrate the you steps that will have you movin’ to the Latin beat sooner than goddess within! With sharp hip accents, shimmies, undulations you think! Patterns will vary in each 8-week session. and veil work, you’ll get an intense workout that feels wonderful. Instructor: Rita Mendoza Instructor: Yeril Barlup Age: 14+ yrs Fee: $33/8 weeks Location: VMH Age: 15+ yrs Fee: $37/8 weeks Location: LHCC #2507.200...... TUE 4/1-5/20...... 8:00-8:45 pm #2502.200 (Int)....WED 4/9-5/28...... 7:30-8:30 pm #2503.200 (Beg)...TUE 4/8-5/27...... 7:30-8:30 pm #2502.201 (Int).....SAT 4/5-5/24...... 10:00-11:00 am #2503.201 (Beg)...SAT 4/5-5/24...... 11:00 am-12:00 pm Fitness for Fun

Intermediate/Advanced LINE DANCE PILATES MAT For the experienced line dancer! Come learn the latest and Our Pilates Mat classes are designed to strengthen core greatest in the world of modern line dance. Tom Araujo has been muscles and align the body. Using the Pilates foundation of dancing and teaching for over 15 years. He emphasizes having slow, sustained, controlled movement, our classes will help fun in a relaxed, stress-free environment. you achieve a balanced, lean, muscular physique. At One Body Instructor: Tom Araujo, T-Time Dance Co. Studios we also incorporate the use of Pilates props to assist our students to properly execute these fun and challenging exercises. Age: 16+ yrs Fee: $42/5 weeks Location: VMH #2509.200...... THUR 3/27-4/24...... 7:00-9:30 pm Instructor: One Body Studio #2509.201...... THUR 5/1-5/29...... 7:00-9:30 pm Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $25/4 weeks Location: OBS #3016.200...... MON 3/31-4/21...... 5:30-6:30 pm EAST COAST SWING #3016.201...... MON 4/28-5/19...... 5:30-6:30 pm Learn the East Coast Jitterbug Swing and dance to Big Band, #3016.202...... WED 4/2-4/23...... 6:30-7:30 pm as well as more contemporary music. It is good for nightclubs, #3016.203...... WED 4/30-5/21...... 6:30-7:30 pm cruises and just about any other occasion. Singles and couples are welcome! RISE & SHINE YOGA Instructor: Rita Mendoza HNEWH Experience the benefits of waking up with Yoga! You will gently stretch your body, awaken your mind, and fuel your spirit. Age: 14+ yrs Fee: $33/8 weeks Location: VMH Salute the sun with a smile and gracefully work out all the kinks #2506.200...... TUE 4/1-5/20...... 6:30-7:15 pm and tightness from your night’s sleep. You’ll feel energized, have incredible mental clarity, and will be ready to flow through your BASIC BALLROOM day with ease. For a wedding party, a cruise or merely an occasional night Instructor: One Body Studio out, you can use patterns and techniques learned in this basic Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $45/4 weeks Location: OBS ballroom dance class that includes Waltz, Tango and Cha-Cha. #3010.200...... TUE/THUR 4/1-4/24...... 6:00-7:00 am You will learn intro steps, basic counts and posture. Singles and couples welcome. #3010.201...... TUE/THUR 4/29-5/22...... 6:00-7:00 am Instructor: Rita Mendoza continued >>>

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 27 Fitness for Fun ZUMBA Take advantage of our special rate for spring classes — only $42 for 10 classes! Add an additional class for only $30. Party yourself YOGA into shape! The Zumba® fitness program is exercise in disguise, Is yoga right for you? It is if you want to fight stress, get fit, as the dance-like environment makes if fun and healthy. It is a and stay healthy! Yoga energizes the body and calms the mind Latin-inspired, easy to follow, calorie burning fitness party! All through a variety of poses emphasizing balance, breath work, participants will feel comfortable knowing that they can easily and deep stretching. This is an all-levels class that perfectly follow along, since the program’s basic steps formula makes it blends a variety of standing and seated poses, giving you a full easy for everyone. The passionate and explosive music rhythms will motivate you so much that you’ll want to return to class body workout and closes with a guided relaxation, leaving you ® feeling rejuvenated, refreshed and relaxed. again. Feel the music and let loose. Zumba and Zumba Fitness logos are trademarks of Zumba Fitness, LLC, used under license. Instructor: One Body Studio No class on Monday, May 26th. Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $45/4 weeks Location: OBS Instructor: Mariel Martinez, Certified Zumba Instructor #3019.200...... TUE/FRI 4/1-4/25...... 8:00-9:00 am #3019.201...... TUE/FRI 4/29-5/23...... 8:00-9:00 am Age: 13+ yrs Fee: $42/10 weeks Location: MON/SH WED, THUR, SAT/VMH LUNCH BREAK YOGA #3012.200...... MON 3/24-6/2...... 7:00-7:50 pm #3012.201...... WED 3/26-5/28...... 7:00-7:50 pm HNEWH Take a break from your day and spend lunch with us! #3012.202...... THUR 3/27-5/29...... 6:00-6:50 pm Enjoy a 60 minute all-levels yoga class that will help move your #3012.203...... SAT 3/29-5/31...... 10:00-10:50 am body and increase metabolism. This class is designed to provide you with that extra energy to get you through that afternoon slump and keep you invigorated throughout the day. MORNING WORKOUT FOR BEGINNERS H H Instructor: One Body Studio NEW If you want to start working out, but don’t know where to start, this class will show you how to exercise safely and Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $45/4 weeks Location: OBS correctly to prevent injuries, as well as change the way that you #3018.200...... MON/WED 3/31-4/23...... 12:00-1:00 pm think about food. This class will also include motivational talks to #3018.201...... MON/WED 4/28-5/21...... 12:00-1:00 pm encourage you to continue to get fit. Class meets twice a week, for the same price as a single-day class, with trainer and exercise EVENING YOGA guru Louie Angon. Se habla espanol. Instructor: Louie Angon HNEWH Experience the benefits of winding down your day with yoga! This is an all-levels class that perfectly blends a variety of Age: 16+ yrs Fee: $35/4 weeks Location: LHCC standing and seated poses, giving you a full body workout that #3009.200...... TUE/THUR 3/25-4/17...... 9:00-10:00 am closes with guided relaxation, leaving you feeling rejuvenated, #3009.201...... TUE/THUR 4/22-5/15...... 9:00-10:00 am refreshed and relaxed. Class size limited to five participants. Instructor: One Body Studio FITNESS CROSS TRAINING Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $45/4 weeks Location: OBS Personal training is evolving, combining cardiovascular, strength #3017.200...... TUE/THUR 4/1-4/24...... 6:30-7:30 pm and flexibility. Various muscle groups are involved in a complex #3017.201...... TUE/THUR 4/29-5/22...... 6:30-7:30 pm interplay. If you’ve tried all the latest fitness fads, have plateaued in your exercise regimen, or you want to challenge yourself, then ZUMBA SENTAO™/ZUMBA this is the class for you. Fitness Cross Training will take you to the next level. No complicated dance moves. No crash diets or HNEWH You want to transform your cardio workout and get starving yourself. We’ll talk about the do’s and don’ts of eating a total body workout, all while being challenged and having healthy and nutrition. Bring 10 lb. weights or kettle bells, or if fun? Then this class is for you! The Zumba Sentao™ program you prefer, lighter weights. Bring towel, water, comfortable combines strength and resistance training with dance fitness exercise attire, and training shoes. Louie Angon is a professional moves, all centered around a chair. Your chair will turn into your fitness trainer, choreographer and performer with 20 years of new dance partner! This class will help you strengthen your core, experience. No class on Monday, May 26th. sculpt muscle and of course, burn a ton of calories. Class format (mixed): 30 minutes Zumba Sentao™, 35 minutes Zumba. Class Instructor: Louie Angon size limited to 15. Age: 16+ yrs Fee: $35/5 weeks Location: LHCC Instructor: Mariel Martinez, Certified Zumba Instructor #3013.200...... MON 3/24-4/21...... 7:00-8:00 pm #3013.201...... MON 4/28-6/2...... 7:00-8:00 pm Age: 13+ yrs Fee: $70/10 weeks Location: SH #3013.202...... THUR 3/27-4/24...... 5:50-6:50 pm #3012.204...... TUE 3/25-5/27...... 6:30-7:40 pm #3013.203...... THUR 5/1-5/29...... 5:50-6:50 pm continued >>> To register online visit: https://apm.activecommunities.com/cityoflahabra/home For further information, please call 562-383-4200.

28 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 L.A. FIT BOOT CAMP Age: 15+ yrs Fee: $100/10 weeks Location: VMH #3005.200...... MON/WED 4/21-6/25...... 5:45-6:45 pm Challenge yourself to be the biggest loser this session while you work out to the beat of various dance moves! L.A. FIT Boot Fee: $70/7 weeks Camp will educate you on how to live a healthy lifestyle (NOT #3005.201...... MON/WED 4/21-6/4...... 5:45-6:45 pm DIET), while still enjoying your favorite foods. Following this strict regimen will reap benefits that include weight and body Fee: $50/5 weeks fat loss, well-toned muscles, endurance and stamina, and #3005.202...... MON/WED 4/21-5/21...... 5:45-6:45 pm self-confidence. Towel, water, tennis shoes and comfortable workout clothes needed. Please bring your own weights. Louie PILATES YOGA STRETCH & TONE Angon is a professional personal fitness trainer, choreographer and performer, with 20 years of experience. No class on Monday, Destress from your day with a peaceful, energizing yoga and May 26th. Pilates experience by candlelight. Tone and stretch the total body with mat Pilates exercises emphasizing the abdominals, Instructor: Louie Angon thighs and buttocks, to shape and sculpt long, lean core muscles Age: 13+ yrs Fee: $35/5 weeks Location: LHCC with the aid of Dynaflex bands and exercise balls. This class also includes in-depth instruction on basic yoga postures and #3002.200...... MON 3/24-4/21...... 7:00-8:00 pm breathing techniques to enhance your sense of well-being and #3002.201...... MON 4/28-6/2...... 7:00-8:00 pm ability to relax. Beginning and intermediate levels are introduced. #3002.202...... THUR 3/27-4/24...... 5:50-6:50 pm Please bring a yoga sticky mat, blocks, strap, and inflatable #3002.203...... THUR 5/1-5/29...... 5:50-6:50 pm exercise ball to class. JACKI’S AEROBIC DANCING Instructor: Angela King, Registered Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher (RYT) Jacki’s aerobic dancing is a fitness program that is totally FUN! Participants learn progressive choreographed dances that Age: 15+ yrs Fee: $40/8 weeks Location: LHCC are designed to give an excellent cardiovascular and muscular #3008.200...... MON 3/24-5/12...... 5:45-6:45 pm workout. Participants dance to a wide variety of music at their continued >>> own level of fitness. A good supportive shoe and towel or mat are required. Class meets at the Scout Hut on the first Monday of Pictures of participants may be taken at the City of each month. No class on Monday, May 26th. La Habra’s special events, classes and programs to be used Instructor: Nancy McNabb in publicity materials for the City of La Habra.

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Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 29 Fitness for Fun INFANT, PRESCHOOL & POWER PILATES-YOGA SCHOOL-AGE PROGRAMS Destress from your day with a peaceful, energizing yoga and Services provided for children Pilates experience by candlelight. Tone and stretch the total 6 weeks to 12 years of age body with mat Pilates exercises emphasizing the abdominals, thighs and buttocks, to shape and sculpt long, lean core muscles 6:15 am-6:00 pm with the aid of Dynaflex bands and exercise balls. This class also 562-383-4270 includes in-depth instruction on yoga postures and breathing techniques to enhance your sense of well-being and ability to Must meet eligibility requirements. relax. Advanced beginner and intermediate levels are taught. Please bring a yoga sticky mat, blocks, strap, and inflatable exercise ball to class. Instructor: Angela King, Registered Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher (RYT) Age: 15+ yrs Fee: $80/8 weeks Location: LHCC #3001.200...... MON/THUR 3/24-5/15...... 7:00-8:15 pm EARLY HEAD START Metta Yoga Federally funded home-based educational enrichment Discover the secret and learn how to harness smart hormones program for children 0 to 3 years old. Home visits are from seven endocrine systems and six ring muscles. Breathing conducted once a week for 1½ hours. Group socialization from the diaphragm and weight resistance techniques are used activities occur once every two weeks. 562-383-4270 to generate healing heat throughout the body. This also alleviates the symptoms of worry, anxiety, anger, and apathy and induces HEAD START sustained inner calm. Bone density retention and an aging brain are key issues for all adults. According to neuroscience, our brain Federally funded Head Start program for children ages 3 to needs exercise in the same way our body muscles do to increase 5 years old for 3½ hours a day. Lambert Site: optimal function and enjoy a meaningful life. Instruction is based 562-383-4056 / CDC: 562-383-4262 on ancient Theravada Buddhist Teachings. Bring a yoga mat, eye cover, and a blanket. HEAD START/STATE PRESCHOOL WRAP PROGRAM Instructor: Sultan Haque Federal and State funded program for children 3 to 5 years Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $96/11 weeks Location: LHCC for 7 hours per day. 562-383-4270 #3003.200...... SAT 4/5-6/14...... 10:00 am-12:00 pm STATE PRESCHOOL X-TREME FITNESS KICKBOXING State funded program for 3 to 5 year old children. Are you ready to make a change with your body? Take control Part-day (3 hours) or full-day (11 hours, 15 minutes) over your body with Fitness Kickboxing! It’s a workout where services are available. 562-383-4262 you can kick and punch your way to achieving the fitness goals you’ve always wanted. Fitness Kickboxing is the best total body workout to lose weight, tone and shape up, gain endurance and FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME PROVIDERS flexibility, relieve stress, meet new friends and have fun. This Subsidized Child Care in Family Child Care Homes for class is the #1 calorie-burning workout, consuming an amazing Infants 6 weeks old to preschool age (3 to 5 years) 800 calories per hour. Classes are ongoing for women and men children. 562-383-4285 with ALL levels of fitness ability. Instructor: Amanda Molina SCHOOL-AGE YEAR ROUND SUBSIDIZED CHILD CARE Age: 13+ yrs Fee: $45/4 weeks Location: FMA Before and After school program/full-day. Transportation #3006.200...... TUE 3/25-4/15...... 6:45-7:30 pm to and from La Habra City School District on school #3006.201...... THUR 3/27-4/17...... 6:45-7:30 pm buses. Please call for more information and to receive an #3006.202...... MON 4/28-5/19...... 6:45-7:30 pm eligibility information questionnaire to be placed on the #3006.203...... THUR 5/1-5/22...... 6:45-7:30 pm waiting list. Fees are based on income. 562-383-4250 continued >>> Children enrolled in the Center-based programs are provided with nutritious meals based on CACFP guidelines. Visit La Habra Online at: www.lahabraca.gov Help our environment — please recycle this magazine!

30 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 KRAV MAGA FOR PERSONAL SELF-PROTECTION PIANOLAND Learn easy, effective self-protection from the most common Playing the piano can be very relaxing and is a great way to have threats and attacks! Anyone can come and learn. This is also a fun. Participants will learn note-reading, correct hand positions, great workout where the participant can reduce stress, get into five finger songs, chords and how to play using both hands at the shape and have FUN! same time. You do not need to own a piano. A book is required and may be purchased at Patrick’s for $12.50. Instructor: Frazier Martial Arts Instructor: Patrick’s Music Studio Age: 15+ yrs Fee: $47/4 weeks Location: FMA #3014.200...... MON 3/24-4/14...... 6:00-6:45 pm Age: 16+ yrs Fee: $60/4 weeks Location: PMS #3014.201...... WED 3/26-4/16...... 6:00-6:45 pm #5012.200...... TUE 4/8-4/29...... 7:30-8:20 pm #3014.202...... SAT 5/3-5/24...... 8:00-8:45 am VOICE FOR ADULTS TAI CHI: Liu He Ba Fa Do you like to sing? Tell your friends and neighbors about this This complex form, consisting of six harmonies and eight class, which will teach them to breathe properly, sing on pitch, methods, is very rare, even in China. It is especially good for the and have fun at the same time. Participants will sing as a group, heart and will also improve your health in general. Being older but will focus on individual performance. than Tai Chi Chuan, it has a wealth of martial arts applications. Instructor: Patrick’s Music School No class on Monday, May 26th. Instructor: Nancy O’Brien, Age:16+ yrs Fee: $60/4 weeks Location: PMS Certified International Judge (Tai Chi) #5013.200...... SAT 4/12-5/3...... 1:30-2:20 am Age: 7+ yrs Fee: $35/5 weeks Location: LHCC UKULELE #3007.200...... MON 3/24-4/21...... 7:00-8:30 pm Learn to play this fun, simple instrument that will have people Age: 7+ yrs Fee: $28/4 weeks Location: LHCC singing along with you at get-togethers and other events, or join #3007.201...... MON 4/28-5/19...... 7:00-8:30 pm a ukulele orchestra. A ukulele is provided for classroom use. Instructor: Patrick’s Music School TAI CHI CHUAN Age: 16+ yrs Fee: $60/4 weeks Location: PMS This class includes eight treasures and 24 forms. The slow #5014.200...... WED 4/9-4/30...... 7:30-8:20 pm breathing and movement improves health, flexibility, balance and stamina. Come join a great group and an ongoing class. Beginner and returning students are always welcome. Instructor: Nancy O’Brien, Personal Enrichment Certified International Judge (Tai Chi) Age: 7+ yrs Fee: $35/5 weeks Location: LHCC QUILTING #3011.200...... SAT 3/29-4/26...... 10:30 am-12:00 pm HNEWH Spread spring’s rainbow colors on your tabletop with table #3011.201...... SAT 5/3-5/31...... 10:30 am-12:00 pm runners. Also learn to make napkins with perfect mitred corners. Quilting class is a great place to make friends! There is a $5 supply fee payable to the instructor at the first class meeting. Music Instructor: Beverly Smyth Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $74/12 weeks Location: LHCC Rockin’ with the Guitar #7002.200...... THUR 4/3-6/19...... 6:00-9:00 pm Learn the guitar and have fun! In our guitar class we focus on INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING TECHNIQUES teaching beginners chords, strumming, and we’ll also teach you how to read notes and tablature. We’ll help you learn the basic This is a beginning course to introduce and develop drawing skills fundamentals of music and the guitar. Students can choose through demonstrations and examples of master drawings from either acoustic or electric guitar for their class (not provided). children’s book illustrations, animation and technical drawing. Sign up now and get ready to rock! Students may purchase our Course will cover contour, line, structure, perspective, light/ guitar class package with all necessary materials from La Habra shadow, color and modeling form. No class on Monday, May 26th. Music Center. For more information please call 562-694-4891. Instructor: Carlos Moreno Instructor: La Habra Music Center Age: 15+ yrs Fee: $37/5 weeks Location: LHCC Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $65/4 weeks Location: LHMC #7003.200...... MON 3/24-4/21...... 6:30-8:00 pm #4000.200...... THUR 4/3-4/24...... 6:15-7:00 pm #7003.201...... MON 4/28-6/2...... 6:30-8:00 pm #4000.201...... THUR 5/1-5/22...... 6:15-7:00 pm continued >>>

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PHOTOGRAPHY BOOT CAMP HNEWH Take your photography to the next level. In this intermediate class you will learn the refinements of your camera Futsal Leagues and photography. You will also learn lighting techniques and STRUCTURE: posing for groups and individuals. Ever wonder what’s the best Minimum of 5 players, maximum 10 lens to use or how to get that blurry look in the background? 6 to 10 teams per league You will learn that also. We will also cover file management and Winners: Toque gear, team trophy, backup systems. Our class will end with a photo shoot to refine FREE entry for the following season/events our skills. Instructor: Gary Apodaca, Imageworks Photography Studio FEES: $30 per player per year• Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $97/4 weeks Location: LHCC (*covers annual medical insurance) #7001.200...... MON 4/7-4/28...... 7:00-8:30 pm $35 referee fee per game YOUTH DIVISIONS (BOYS & GIRLS) LOSE WEIGHT NOW! U8 | U10 | U12 | U14 Are you unhappy, frustrated or just plain stuck? Excess weight ADULT DIVISIONS (MALE & FEMALE) can damage your health, so take control now! Easily lose the OPEN/CO-ED weight and enjoy doing it! Stop the dieting cycle that could be harming you, causing you to focus on food, rather than on you. Men’s Sunday Soccer League Enjoy shopping for clothes, improve your health, sleep easier, and so much more. Bring chocolate or other food that you Registration: $35 per person crave to the first session, and the instructor will eliminate those Team Registration: $100 cravings. The instructor will use hypnosis in both sessions, so Referee Fee: $85 per game please be sure to wear comfortable clothing and bring a pillow and yoga mat for relaxation. There is a $5 supply fee payable Open to ages 16+ years to the instructor at the first class meeting. A follow-up CD is All games are held at La Bonita Park available for purchase in class. Futsal Courts, 1440 W. Whittier Blvd., Instructor: William Engle, Purpose Driven Hypnotherapy, La Habra M.A., CCH.t, Advanced Energy Therapist-EFT-ADV For information or to register for any Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $59/2 mtgs Location: LHCC of these activities, please call #5009.200...... MON 3/24-3/31...... 6:30-8:30 pm 562-316-9492 or 562-212-0671 STOP SMOKING NOW! Would you like to become a permanent non-smoker? If so, this workshop is perfect for you! The instructor will eliminate your nicotine cravings using energy therapy and will teach you how to use that tool for yourself for many other benefits. The remainder of the session will deal with the subconscious triggers that cause you to reach for a cigarette. Because the instructor will use hypnosis in both sessions, please be sure to wear comfortable clothing and bring a pillow and yoga mat for relaxation. There is a $5 supply fee payable to the instructor at the first class meeting. A follow-up CD is available for purchase in class. Instructor: William Engle, Purpose Driven Hypnotherapy, M.A., CCH.t, Advanced Energy Therapist-EFT-ADV Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $59/2 mtgs Location: LHCC #5010.200...... MON 4/21-4/28...... 6:30-8:30 pm continued >>>

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32 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 PAINS, ANXIETIES, ADDICTIONS, Instructor: Karon Thomas FEARS & PHOBIAS REMOVED Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $30/4 weeks Location: LHCC Do you suffer from caffeine, chocolate or food addictions? Have #5001.200...... TUE 4/1-4/22...... 7:00-8:00 pm those and other addictions removed during this workshop. How about pain? Arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, headaches? Bring INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS & them in and leave them here. Do you have severe anxieties? WORD PROCESSING Stressed from work? Post traumatic stress syndrome? Let’s get rid of them. Drag out your biggest fears and phobias and have Never touched a computer? Maybe you did, but felt confused. them completely removed during this exciting and educational It’s never too late to learn! This class will introduce you to those workshop. Please be sure to wear comfortable clothing and bring basic computer skills you need to operate your computer. Class a pillow and yoga mat for relaxation. There is a $5 materials fee includes hands-on practice and FREE email address set-up. for handouts payable to the instructor in class. Instructor has Come and explore the computer world. A $10 supply fee is over 25 years experience in this field. payable to the instructor at the first class meeting. Instructor: William Engle, Purpose Driven Hypnotherapy, Instructor: AGI Academy M.A., CCH.t, Advanced Energy Therapist-EFT-ADV Age: 16+ yrs Fee: $109/8 weeks Location: PP Age: 18+ yrs Fee: $47/1 mtg Location: LHCC #5002.200...... THUR 4/10-5/29...... 8:15-9:15 pm #5011.200...... MON 5/19...... 6:00-9:00 pm MICROSOFT EXCEL & POWERPOINT TIME OUT FOR YOU Learn to make spreadsheets for bookkeeping and other Get ready to treat yourself to a beautiful experience! Gentle information with Microsoft Excel. Participants will learn Excel’s stress reduction techniques for adults using proven secrets basic functions and how to do calculations and make charts with of the ages, such as relaxation massage, pressure points, the program, as well as using PowerPoint to create a slideshow stretching, tree of life work, visualization, journaling for to go along with an Excel presentation. There is a $10 supply fee relaxation, and affirmations. Emphasis will be on grounding and payable to the instructor at the first class meeting. centering each participant for self-growth and personal insight Instructor: AGI Academy to slow aging and increase well-being. Individual consultation with the instructor is included. Wear comfortable clothing and Age: 16+ yrs Fee: $109/8 weeks Location: PP shoes. Participants must bring a pen and journal or notebook to #5005.200...... THUR 4/10-5/29...... 7:15-8:15 pm class; a towel or mat for sitting on the floor is optional. continued >>>

Do you want to… Get a job & Orange County get your High School Diploma? AreAAre yoyou:u: Youth Center A high school dropout? • 16-21 years old? • Unemployed? Motivated to make a CHANGE in your life? A resident of La Habra, Brea, Fullerton, Buena Park, @ La Habra La Palma, Yorba Linda or Placentia? THIS IS YOUR CHANCE! Through the new Academy program at the Orange County Youth Center, you have the chance to earn your high school 1811 W. La Habra Blvd. diploma AND gain paid work experience. Call for details! La Habra 9063906311 Open Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.a.m.-5:005:00 p.m. 562-383-4227

This WIA/TitleWIA/TitleI I financially assisted programprogram or actactivity is an equal opportunity program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need special assistance to participate in this program, call 562-383-4227. TDD/TTY users please call the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922 or 711.

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 33 Personal Enrichment COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP FOR SENIORS Are you considering upgrading your skills to handle all the INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET & new, exciting computer equipment, such as digital cameras E-MAIL FOR SENIORS and flash drives? Participants will learn how to use these items Explore the online world and connect with your family and and what to consider when purchasing them. Learn how to friends! Class includes hands-on practices, a free email account integrate Microsoft Word with your digital camera to sharpen setup, surfing the Internet and learning how to use search your projects. This class will help those with basic computer engines. Experienced users can update their skills by using knowledge and internet skill to advance to a higher level of Microsoft Word and integrating it with the Internet search for ability. A $10 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first special projects, such as making travel plans and doing research. class meeting. A $10 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first class Instructor: AGI Academy meeting. Age: 55+ yrs Fee: $109/8 weeks Location: PP Instructor: AGI Academy #5008.200...... THUR 4/10-5/29...... 2:30-3:30 pm Age: 55+ yrs Fee: $109/8 weeks Location: PP #5006.200...... THUR 4/10-5/29...... 1:30-2:30 pm Pictures of participants may be taken at the City of La Habra’s special events, classes and programs to be used INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS FOR SENIORS in publicity materials for the City of La Habra. It’s never too late to learn computers! This class will introduce you to all the basic skills and terms you will need to operate a computer. We will show you how to use Microsoft Word and all its useful functions for basic communication. Experienced users can improve their skills by using this powerful word processing tool To register online visit: and integrating it with a digital camera for making professional flyers or document. A $10 supply fee is payable to the instructor https://apm.activecommunities.com/ at the first class meeting. cityoflahabra/home Instructor: AGI Academy For further information, Age: 55+ yrs Fee: $109/8 weeks Location: PP #5007.200...... THUR 4/10-5/29...... 12:30-1:30 pm please call 562-383-4200.

34 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 Activities for Seniors

SENIOR ASSISTANCE INFORMATION & REFERRAL COMMUNITY SENIORSERV We can provide current information on services available to “CSS” DINING PROGRAM senior residents by city, county and state agencies, as well as A hot lunch is served Tuesday through Friday at noon at the offering referrals for caregiving services by bonded persons. La Habra Community Center. Stay and enjoy cards, bingo, We also have an active Telecare program, offering calls to entertainment programs and a social atmosphere. Suggested shut-ins and frail seniors. Come see us for these valuable $3 donation for lunch for seniors 60 and over; $5 charge for services or call 562-383-4200. those under 60. Remember, the La Habra Shuttle will bring you to CSS lunch at the Community Center FREE if you join LEGAL AID us on three or more days a week on a regular basis, if bus seating is available. And don’t forget that there is live music Legal Aid is available the first Thursday of each month from in the lunch area from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon Tuesday 12:00 noon to 2:30 pm. This service is available for seniors 60 through Friday, for dancing or listening. For questions or more years of age and older who are residents of Orange County. An information, call Jennifer Bush at 562-383-4222. appointment is necessary. To make an appointment, please call 562-383-4200. If you do not meet these guidelines MEALS ON WHEELS for service but wish to contact Legal Aid directly, please call 800-834-5001. Meals on Wheels provides home delivered meals to those unable to prepare their own meals due to illness or disability. For more information please call 562-383-4221, from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. La Habra Shuttle “Ride with Pride” Services • Available to seniors 60 years and older and persons with disabilities who are residents ADULT PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING SERVICES of the City of La Habra. The Orange County Health Care Agency offers local residents • Operates Monday through Friday, 7:30 am Adult Public Health Nursing Services (APHNS), a community to 4:30 pm, excluding major holidays. health assessment program. Basic health screenings and follow-up for clients with special needs and health problems • Cost of service is 50 cents per one-way trip are provided for adults 18 years or older. No medical for all passengers. treatment is provided. APHNS can help you: identify health • Transports participants throughout the City problems early; find needed health care and social services; learn preventive health practices; and stay as healthy as of La Habra, plus service to St. Jude Medical possible. Medi-Cal information also is available from APHNS. Center, Whittier Hospital Medical Center, Appointments are held at the La Habra Community Center two and adjacent doctors’ offices, as well as to days each month from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. An appointment doctors’ offices adjacent to the former Brea is necessary; please call 562-383-4200 to make yours. Community Hospital. • Reservations for transportation must be made at least 48 hours in advance. For more information or to register to use this service, please visit the La Habra Community Center or call 562-383-4200 for an application.

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 35 HICAP healthy diet, managing chronic conditions, and engaging in routine physical activity as a means to living with optimum HICAP, which stands for Health Insurance Counseling and independence. Advocacy Program, is the only state and federally mandated authority providing education, advocacy and individual Participants in the Monday, Tuesday and Friday classes counseling to Orange County residents regarding Medicare will enjoy a thorough low-impact workout that includes and related issues. Certified counselors will be available at a walking/cardiovascular warm-up, as well as sitting and the Community Center on the second Tuesday of each month standing exercises, work with resistance bands, balls, and from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon. An appointment is necessary, other props. Students will increase their strength, flexibility, please call the La Habra Community Services Department at range of motion, stamina and overall well-being. 562-383-4200 for dates and to make an appointment. Instructor: Kathy Mastin...... FREE Volunteer Opportunities MON...... 10:00 am to 12:00 noon Call Josie Anderson or for information at 562-383-4200. Instructor: Henrietta De Jong...... FREE TUE & FRI...... 10:00 am to 12:00 noon

Classes Participants in this class can improve their balance and reduce their risk for falls. The class is conducted seated HEALTH & WELLNESS FOR OLDER ADULTS and standing, with low to medium exercise intensity, using exercise bands, hand held weights and balance equipment. All Health & Wellness classes cover various health-related Participants will be able to enhance cardiovascular topics of interest for older adults. Participate in fitness endurance, strength, range of motion and equilibrium.. activities and learn the benefits of adopting behaviors associated with healthy and successful aging. Learn about Instructor: Steve Hernandez...... FREE the natural effects of the aging process, and the benefits of THUR...... 10:00 am to 12:00 noon being proactive by practicing brain fitness, incorporating a

36 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 MATURE DRIVER Activities The Mature Driver class is for anyone 55 and over who would like to refresh their knowledge of California driving laws and practices. It is an eight-hour class, and participants who WEDNESDAY Am VOLUNTEER STITCHERS complete the class receive a certificate. Some insurance This group meets in the Oeste Room from 8:30 am to companies offer discounts to those who complete this 11:30 am to make items for Children’s Hospital and local class. Please note that the class does NOT include any actual convalescent hospitals. You may sew, knit or crochet items. If driving. In order to take the class, participants must PRE- you wish to learn any of these skills, you are welcome to join REGISTER by calling the La Habra Community Center at 562- them and learn. 383-4200. Instructor: NOCCCD...... FREE HUFF ‘N’ PUFFS The Huff ‘n’ Puffs dancers perform at local venues and the Community Center. They practice once a week and perform Games a variety of dance styles in costumes of their own design. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact the Community Center at 562-383-4222. CSS BINGO CSS Bingo meets Tuesday through Friday from 12:30 to 2:00 CSS “Movie of the Month” pm. The cost of playing is 50 cents per card, with a maximum All CSS lunch participants are invited to stay late on the fourth of six cards. Nine games is the usual number played. If you Thursday of each month to enjoy a movie. Popcorn and other like bingo, come join the fun! All are welcome to participate. snacks are served during the movie. There is no charge for this activity, so why not check it out! FRIDAY AFTERNOON BINGO The La Habra Senior Citizens’ Club hosts bingo each Friday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the La Habra Community Center. Admission is 50 cents. Donuts and coffee are served. The group also holds potlucks several times a year. All seniors are Live Music & Dancing! welcome to participate. 10:00 am to 12:00 Noon CARDS at the CSS Lunch Program If you’d like to join a group of card players, there are several to choose from. Canasta players meet 9:30 am to 5:00 pm on La Habra Community Center Mondays, and bridge players meet on Thursday from TUESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm. You must bring a partner to join the bridge group. All groups meet at the Community Center and welcome new players. 562-383-4222

Pictures of participants may be taken at the City of Stay afterwards and enjoy La Habra’s special events, classes and programs to be used a healthy, tasty lunch! in publicity materials for the City of La Habra.

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 37 • No smoking or alcoholic beverages on the bus. • Refunds for excursions ONLY if the ticket can be resold. Trips for Everyone • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure All return times are approximate. Seat time to board the bus. assignment subject to change. All trips • Driver’s and tour director’s gratuity included. depart from La Bonita Park parking lot, • Register early for excursions. • Excursions may be cancelled due to insufficient 1440 W. Whittier Blvd. registration. The entrance to the parking lot is located • Registration is accepted on a first come, first served basis. by the clock tower and Taco Bell on the • All approved refunds will be charged a $6 processing south side of Whittier Blvd., between Beach fee. Blvd. and Idaho St. • Program information is subject to change.

Suggested: Wear walking shoes as floor seating for the show. Before March there is considerable walking on this the show, enjoy lunch on your own tour. in downtown Palm Springs. We’ll also THE PAPER CHASE: FEDERAL make a stop at Hadley’s, famous for their breads, nuts and date shakes. RESERVE BANK & L.A. TIMES PALM SPRINGS FOLLIES: FINAL FAREWELL! MATINEE Date to be announced VIEJAS CASINO Fee: $60 STARRING DARLENE LOVE #9057.100 Departs: 8:30 am...... Returns: 4:30 pm #9017.200 On a fascinating, 90-minute behind- Monday, March 31, 2014 Wednesday, March 26, 2014 Fee: $20 the-scenes walking tour of the Federal Fee: $114 Reserve Bank’s Los Angeles branch, Departs: 8:00 aM...... Returns: 6:00 pm Departs: 9:00 am...... Returns: 7:00 pm you’ll see how cash is counted, stored, Come try your luck on the latest Vegas- After 23 years of shows and worldwide style slots and table games including re-circulated and destroyed by high fame, the Fabulous Follies is saying speed machines and robotics. During Blackjack, Poker, Pai Gow and Baccarat. goodbye and closing the curtain If bingo is your game, you’ll arrive in this high-security exclusive tour, you’ll for good in May. Don’t miss this visit the currency processing area, see time for the 1:00 pm matinee, and opportunity to see the Follies’ final you’ll love the new electronic touch- millions of dollars in cash and coins in season, The Last Hurrah! The closing the vault, view historic currency, see pads that make playing your favorite production will be a “greatest hits” game easier than ever. For those a short film, and explore interactive version of the show, with the best displays. Next, we will take a guided shoppers on board, the Viejas outlet dance numbers and variety acts of center, featuring 60 of your favorite behind-the-scenes tour of the Los past years! Whether you love the Angeles Times printing plant to see the brands with 30-70% off everyday Follies or just love to have fun, this prices, is across the street. Viejas is massive printing presses and learn how will be the show of a lifetime! Making the Times is printed each day. Then, a located in Alpine in East San Diego her Follies debut, Darlene Love will be County. We stay five hours at the casino visit to the historic Los Angeles Times guest starring in April; a member of the building, an architectural gem, which and play bingo on the coach! Required: Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame, Darlene will bring your Viejas ‘V Club’ card or valid at the time of its opening in 1935, was dazzle you with her smash hit He’s a the largest building in the western U.S. picture identification to register for one Rebel and many more! Join us on this upon arrival. The lobby is spectacular and features musical and dance-filled extravaganza, 10-foot-high murals — some of the all performed by a cast definitely old continued >>> finest murals produced in Los Angeles enough to remember the way it really during the 1930s. See the historical was — every member of the cast is exhibit showcasing the first 100 years 56-86 years young! Their legendary of the Times! Lunch on your own at line of ‘long-legged lovelies’ is a Follies Philippe’s or Olvera Street. Required: trademark. Riff Markowitz, known as provide legal names with reservation the Follies Man is a phenomenon and For further information, and bring valid government-issued audience favorite. We will have stage- photo identification on day of tour. please call 562-383-4200.

38 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 fascinating driving tour in the San enchanting Coronado Cays canals, April Bernardino County area, led by a which are lined with an eclectic geologist-guide. We’ve all heard collection of homes and lovely scenery. BIG CATS, BIG BIRDS & about the San Andreas Fault and Suggested: Wear rubber-soled walking the “Big One”, and perhaps you’ve shoes, and bring a hat and a sweater or WINDMILLS WITH LUNCH felt an earthquake. But what’s really jacket, as it can be cool on the water. #9036.200 happening underground to cause Thursday, April 10, 2014 all of this fuss? Our geologist guide SANTA ANITA RACES & Fee: $90 will show you, and share so much Departs: 8:45 am...... Returns: 7:45 Pm about fault activity, local geography SEABISCUIT TOUR Join us as we travel from the Mojave and geology that you’ll never look at CLUBHOUSE SEATING & Desert to the Tehachapi Mountains in mountains, rocks and cracks in the “BEHIND-THE-TRACK” TOUR search of the biggest cats and birds cement the same way! A truly unique on planet Earth! First, a docent- and educational experience! Travelers & BUFFET LUNCH guided tour of the Feline Conservation will also enjoy a picnic lunch at a serene #9021.200 Center, better known as the The Cat lake setting. Thursday, May 22, 2014 House — dedicated to the protection Fee: $80 and preservation of the world’s most HARRAH’S CASINO Departs: 10:30 am...... Returns: 5:30 pm endangered felines. This breeding zoo We’re off to the “Great Race Place”! and research facility is home to 18 #9004.200 First, explore Santa Anita’s exciting past different species: tiger, leopard, jaguar, Wednesday, April 30, 2014 with a ‘behind-the-track’ tour which bobcat, snow leopard, fishing cat, Fee: $20 shows you areas filmed in the popular serval, ocelot, Eurasian lynx, Canada Departs: 8:00 am...... Returns: 6:00 pm movie Seabiscuit, including the saddling lynx and others. On the tour, you will Get more Vegas-style action at paddock and walking ring. See the see many of these cats and learn about Harrah’s Rincon Casino in San Diego. George Woolf and Seabiscuit statues, the efforts made here to preserve You can play hot slots, bingo machines and learn the glamorous history and these species. As we gain elevation and exciting table games. We stay five notable facts about the race track, and traveling through the hills to Tehachapi hours at the casino and play bingo much more. Because of its proximity to (elevation 4,000 ft.) we’ll travel on the coach! Required: bring your Hollywood, Santa Anita has traditionally amongst giant spinning windmills with Harrah’s Player’s card or valid picture been associated with the film and blades half the length of a football field. identification to register for one upon television industries. The Marx Brothers Afterward, we will stop for lunch at an arrival. classic, A Day at the Races was filmed old-fashioned restaurant known for its here, and many stars including Bing turkey pot pies and apple products. Our Crosby, Spencer Tracy, Errol Flynn, Alex last stop will be ostrich farm, nestled Trebek and MGM mogul Louis B. Mayer in the back country of Tehachapi and May have owned horses that raced here. surrounded by breathtaking vistas Next, it’s race time! This racetrack is and scenic landscapes. A docent- known for offering some of the most guided tour of the ostrich ranch will CORONADO BY LAND & prominent racing events in the U.S. and showcase the ostriches in their natural CANALS GONDOLA CRUISE & is considered the best in wintertime environment, as you get up-close LITTLE ITALY horse racing around the world. Enjoy to the largest bird on Earth! You’ll be clubhouse loge seating with a great captivated by their inquisitive behavior #9039.200 view of the races, a race program and and have an opportunity to feed them, Wednesday, May 7, 2014 a professional handicapper to go over as well as a chance to visit the gift, Fee: $90 the day’s races. We will stay for all the which sells all sorts of ostrich products. Departs: 9:15 am...... Returns: 6:15 pm races. Prior to the races we’ll enjoy First, we begin with lunch on your lunch, complete with chicken cordon own in Little Italy, a thriving and bleu, tasty sides and more! SAN ANDREAS FAULT contemporary Italian neighborhood WITH GEOLOGIST GUIDE & located in the heart of downtown San continued >>> PICNIC LUNCH Diego. Then, we journey across the Coronado Bridge to enjoy a guided #9037.200 driving tour with a local guide of Thursday, April 24, 2014 Coronado Island, as well as a visit to Fee: $74 the historic Del Coronado Hotel. Next, Departs: 9:00 am...... Returns: 6:00 pm indulge in all the magic and tradition How would you like to become an of Venice right in Coronado as you expert on earthquakes for the day? gently cruise in a gondola through the Follow the San Andreas Fault on a

Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 39 issued identification that you will be PECHANGA CASINO May providing on the day of the tour to #9019.200 Amtrak. Suggested: Bring sunscreen, Thursday, June 26, 2014 hat, and sweater or jacket as it can be SAN MANUEL CASINO Fee: $20 cool on the water. #9028.200 Departs: 8:00 am...... Returns: 6:00 pm Thursday, May 29, 2014 Pechanga’s exciting gaming action Fee: $20 A COASTAL LOVE AFFAIR includes 2,000 state-of-the-art Departs: 8:00 am...... Returns: 5:00 pm L.A. HARBOR CRUISE, slots and 60 table games that include Hop aboard the bus and take a ride to BOTANICAL GARDEN & Blackjack, Pai Gow, Let it Ride, 3-Card San Manuel Casino! Try your luck on Poker and Mini Baccarat. Pechanga is over 2,000 slot machines, visit the WAYFARER’S CHAPEL housed in a bright and lively 88,000 2,500 seat bingo hall or win big at a #9054.200 sq.-foot casino, with a unique “clean blackjack table. We stay five hours Wednesday, June 18, 2014 air” filtration system. We stay five hours at the casino and play bingo on the Fee: $80 at the casino and play bingo on the coach! Required: bring your San Manuel Departs: 8:45 am...... Returns: 5:15 pm coach! Required: bring your Pechanga Casino Player’s card or valid picture Delight in a day full of lovely sights and Casino Player’s card or valid picture identification to register for one upon fascinating destinations, topped off identification to register for one upon arrival. with a relaxing harbor cruise! Our day arrival. will begin with a docent-guided walking tour through the South Coast Botanic Garden, “The Jewel of the Palos Verdes June Peninsula”. The beautiful grounds are Multi-Day Trips enhanced by a scenic lake, charming koi pond, and more than 2,500 species SANTA BARBARA RAIL ‘N’ SAIL of plants from around the world. GUARANTEED DEPARTURES! WITH COAST STARLIGHT TRAIN Highlights include the Cactus Garden, The City of La Habra offers Multi-Day Tours, AND COASTAL SAIL Mediterranean Garden and Japanese without minimum enrollment requirements. Garden. There also will be time to visit Trip information is subject to change, #9040.200 the garden gift shop. Enjoy lunch on and these trips may be cancelled due to Wednesday, June 4, 2014 your own at the lovely “Avenue of unforeseen circumstances. Multi-Day Tours Fee: $120 depart from La Bonita Park, but do not offer the Peninsula” shopping and dining assigned seating. Departure times will be Departs: 8:30 am...... Returns: 7:30 pm complex. Then, experience a docent- sent to all passengers two weeks prior to All aboard the deluxe Coast Starlight guided tour of Wayfarer’s Chapel, a departure. Advance reservations are highly train for a relaxing scenic ride along soaring glass building designed by the recommended, as these trips fill up quickly. the coast to Santa Barbara, known son of Frank Lloyd Wright and perched The optional travel protection/cancellation as “America’s Riviera”. First, we will high on the hillside among trees insurance plan that is available is highly motorcoach to L.A.’s Union Station and gardens, overlooking the Pacific recommended. to board the train. Onboard, you may Ocean. Later, enjoy a narrated cruise want to sit in the observation car for of Los Angeles Harbor, with highlights PALM SPRINGS FOLLIES & spectacular ocean views, or relax in to include Angels Gate Lighthouse, SALTON SEA your assigned seat. Our motorcoach Terminal Island Federal Prison, the ship #9058.200 will meet us at the train station when repair facility, the U.S.S. Lane Victory Thursday thru Friday, we arrive in Santa Barbara, and then WWII ship, Coast Guard ships, massive April 10th thru April 11th you may enjoy lunch on your own and dry docks, container terminal and 2-Day Tour time to browse at leisure downtown container cranes, the Vincent Thomas Fee: $299 pp. dbl., $399 pp. sgl. along State Street and Paseo Nuevo, Bridge, Los Angeles fire boats, and the Optional Travel Protection/Cancellation Santa Barbara’s Mediterranean-style new harbor expansion. Suggested: Plan: $39 pp. dbl. or sgl. shopping district. Afterwards, board Wear rubber-soled walking shoes, and Featuring Palm Springs Follies Farewell a large catamaran for a narrated bring a hat and a sweater or jacket, as Show, Salton Sea, Street Fair, & two-hour cruise that will provide an it can be cool on the water. unforgettable experience along the Geographer-Guide. On this overnight coast of “America’s Riviera”, in search adventure to Palm Springs and the of sea lions, dolphins and an array of Coachella Valley, we’ll say farewell to birds. Both indoor and outdoor seating the Follies and visit the Salton Sea. is available. We will motorcoach home. Dennis Napier will be onboard to point Required: when booking, provide out the many geologic phenomena full legal name as it appears on your For further information, that we will encounter along the driver’s license or other government- please call 562-383-4208. continued >>>

40 | Life in La Habra | Spring 2014 way. Dennis is a former professor of lahabraca.gov or call 562-383-4200. Park with a local guide and see its Geography at Long Beach City College, A $150 deposit is due at the time of narrow gorges, dramatic canyons and and his extensive knowledge and registration. An invoice for the balance colorful mesa scenery, in both the diverse background will make your will be mailed out approximately 2 upper and lower valleys, and travel journey an enlightening one. Tour months prior to the departure date, through the historic Zion Tunnel. Next, includes hotel accommodations at the with the remaining balance due 6-8 we’ll visit Bryce Canyon National Park Palm Mountain Resort, floor-seating at weeks prior to departure. with a local guide — home to the the historic Plaza Theatre for a matinee “cathedral” featuring thousands of performance of the ever-popular SUMMER BREEZES & spires, fins, pinnacles and mazes in Palm Springs Follies, two meals, the every imaginable color and whimsical services of a professional tour director, STINKING ROSES BY RAIL shape. You will also enjoy a picnic admissions per itinerary, transportation #9060.300 lunch and sightseeing in the Valley (deluxe motorcoach), and gratuities. Wednesday thru Saturday, of Fire and see the spectacular red For a detailed itinerary, please contact July 23rd thru July 26th sandstone formations and petroglyphs. [email protected] or call 4-Day Tour Accommodations will be at a single- 562-383-4200. A $75 deposit is due Fee: $799 pp. dbl., $1,139 pp. sgl. hotel stay at a Mesquite resort with at the time of registration. An invoice Optional Travel Protection/Cancellation nonstop gaming action. A $100 deposit for the balance will be mailed out Plan: $71 pp. dbl., $90 pp. sgl. is due at the time of registration. An approximately 3 months prior to the Featuring the Gilroy Garlic Festival, Coast invoice for the balance will be mailed departure date, with the remaining Starlight Train, Santa Cruz Beach Train, out approximately 2 months prior to balance due 6-8 weeks prior to and Carmel. Embark on an eclectic the departure date, with the remaining departure. adventure that combines two beautiful balance due 6 weeks prior to the train rides with a culinary spectacle. departure date. MONTEREY & Carmel BY RAIL Ride along the California Coast aboard the Coast Starlight train, featuring “CHRISTMAS” IN YOSEMITE #9059.200 a dining car and observation car for Monday thru Thursday, spectacular ocean views. Then ride the #9062.400 May 12th thru May 15th rails from trees to shining seas, as you Sunday thru Thursday 4-Day Tour travel through California redwoods to December 14th-16th Fee: $699 pp. dbl., $879 pp. sgl. the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Join 3-Day Tour Optional Travel Protection/Cancellation in the celebration of all things garlic at Fee: $579 pp. dbl., $739 sgl. Plan: $59 pp. dbl., $71 pp. sgl. the annual Gilroy Garlic Festival. All the Optional Travel Protection/Cancellation Featuring the Coast Starlight Train, while, enjoy a leisurely single-hotel Plan: $59 pp. dbl. or sgl. Monterey Movie Tour, Steinbeck Center stay at a quaint inn in Carmel-by- This trip will include a full-day of & Home. Landscape artist Francis the-Sea, on the Monterey Peninsula. touring in Yosemite National Park with McComas once claimed the Monterey Tour includes hotel accommodations a local guide to see the beauty of El Peninsula to be “the greatest meeting at the Carmel Mission Inn, four meals, Capitan, Half Dome, the magnificent of land and sea…” For centuries, admissions per itinerary, transportation gorges, the tall pines and an enjoy artists, poets, explorers and novelists (deluxe motorcoach), and gratuities. an included lunch at the Ahwahnee have been drawn to the rugged For a detailed itinerary, please contact Hotel. You’ll spend two nights at the beauty here. The crashing surf, the [email protected] or call beautifully decorated Tenaya Lodge at towering redwoods, the fertile earth, 562-383-4200. A $150 deposit is due Yosemite — an elegant, 4-star resort intact sights and unspoiled wildlife at the time of registration. An invoice on 35 secluded acres among the pines are all part of the exceptional qualities for the balance will be mailed out and offering an indoor pool and spa joined together to deliver a sense of approximately 2 months prior to the and multiple restaurants. Next, step timelessness and reconnection. We departure date, with the remaining back in time for a Victorian turn-of- invite you on this journey to explore balance due 6-8 weeks prior to the-century holiday experience while with us the cypress groves, historic departure. touring Fresno’s beautifully decorated towns, world-renowned aquarium Kearney Mansion — former mansion and exceptional stories that make the of the Central Valley’s “Raisin King”. Monterey Peninsula and the California COLOR COUNTRY ESCAPE You’ll also enjoy a traditional family- Coast so special. Tour includes hotel #9061.400 style Basque lunch in the Central accommodations at Hotel Abrego, five Sunday thru Wednesday Valley. A $150 deposit is due at the meals, comprehensive sightseeing October 5th-8th time of registration. An invoice for the and the services of a professional tour 4-Day Tour remaining balance will be mailed out director, admissions per itinerary, Fee: $499 pp. dbl., $629 sgl. approximately 2 months prior to the transportation (deluxe motorcoach), Optional Travel Protection/Cancellation departure date, with the remaining and gratuities. For a detailed itinerary, Plan: $38 pp. dbl., $59 pp. sgl. balance due 6 weeks prior to the please contact tripsandtours@ Enjoy a guided tour of Zion National departure date. Spring 2014 | Life in La Habra | 41 Extended Trips All extended trips include roundtrip airfare and hotel accommodations. For a detailed itinerary please contact [email protected] or call 562-383-4200.

COLORADO SPRINGS GETAWAY PANAMA CANAL CRUISE Featuring 5 Nights at One Hotel Featuring 14 Nights aboard the Norwegian Star July 10th thru 15th, 2014 November 3rd thru 10th, 2014 Fees: $1,819/PP Double • $2,444/Single Fees: Trip highlights includes Denver City Tour, Colorado Springs, $2,499/PP Double Inside Stateroom U.S. Air Force Academy, Cripple Creek, U.S. Olympic Training $2,899/PP Double Ocean View Stateroom Center, Royal Gorge Train, Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Garden of $3,499/PP Double Ocean View with Balcony the Gods, Broadmoor Dinner & Tour and Old Colorado City. A Trip highlights include roundtrip airfare, freestyle dining, 10 bard $300 per person deposit is required to hold a seat. An optional & lounges, Star Club Casino, Stardust Theatre, spa and fitness comprehensive travel protection plan can be added at the time center, and more! A $500 per person deposit is required to hold of your reservation for $190. All seats are based upon availability. a seat. An optional comprehensive travel protection plan can Final payment is due 75 days prior to departure. be added at the time of your reservation for $310. All seats are based upon availability. Final payment is due 75 days prior to CANADIAN ROCKIES GETAWAY departure. Featuring 5 Nights at One Hotel in Banff July 20th thru 24th, 2014 VENICE & THE ITALIAN LAKES Fees: $2,195/PP Double • $750/Single Supplement Featuring 7 Nights on Lake Como Trip highlights include Banff Area Tour, Hoodoos, Bow Falls, November 5th thru 13th, 2014 Ammonite Factory, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Moraine Fees: $2,990/PP Double • $500/Single Supplement Lake, Valley of the Ten Peaks, Yoho National Park, Calgary City Trip highlights include Milan City Tour, Milan Duomo, Lake Tour, Heritage Park Historical Village, and Calgary Tower. A Como Cruise, Bellagio, Verona, Romeo & Juliet Balcony, Verona $300 per person deposit is required to hold a seat. An optional Arena, Venice, Venice Gondola Ride, Doge’s Palace & St. Marks comprehensive travel protection plan can be added at the time Basillica, Lugano, Switzerland, and Monte Bre Cable Car. A of your reservation for $230. All seats are based upon availability. $500 per person deposit is required to hold a seat. An optional Final payment is due 75 days prior to departure. comprehensive travel protection plan can be added at the time of your reservation for $250. All seats are based upon availability. America’s Music Cities Final payment is due 75 days prior to departure. Featuring Nashville, Memphis and Branson October 9th thru 16th, 2014 THE SUNSHINE STATE Fee: $1,799/PP Double • $2,199/Single Featuring Miami, Orlando, the Florida Keys & the Everglades In Nashville, enjoy a two-night stay at the Opryland Hotel, an November 6th thru 13th, 2014 evening at the Grand Ole Opry and a city tour with a local guide, Fees: $2,499/PP Double • $750/Single Supplement with visits to the Country Music Hall of Fame, Studio B and the Trip highlights include Disney’s Epcot Center, Kennedy Space Ryman Auditorium, as well as tours of Loretta Lynn’s ranch and Center, Ft. Myers & Seminole Lodge, Everglades National Park, the Truman Presidential Library. At Elvis’ Graceland Estate, tour Everglades Airboat Ride, Key West, Mallory Square & Duval his home, walk through his airplanes, see his cars and visit the Street, Florida Keys Scenic Highway and Miami City Tour. A incredible museum showcasing all things Elvis. Also included is a $300 per person deposit is required to hold a seat. An optional Memphis city tour with a local guide, including St. Judes Hospital comprehensive travel protection plan can be added at the time and the Danny Thomas Memorial, Elvis’ boyhood home, the of your reservation for $190. All seats are based upon availability. ducks of the Peabody Hotel, dinner and music at B.B. King’s Blues Final payment is due 75 days prior to departure. Club and visits to Sun Studio, the Stax Museum and the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum. Your visit to Branson will include a tour with a local guide with visits to the College of the Ozarks and five fun and patriotic shows, including Shoji Tabuchi, #1 Hits of the ‘60s, the Brett Family Show, SIX, and Dinner with Yakov Smirnoff. A $300 deposit is required to hold a seat. Final payment is due 75 Visit La Habra Online at: www.lahabraca.gov days prior to departure. Help our environment — please recycle this magazine!

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6:00 a.m. — Registration Opens 7:15 a.m. — 50 Yard Diaper Dash (ages 3-5) 7:20 a.m. — 1K Kiddy Run La Habra Races (ages 6-9) 7:30 a.m. — 5K/10K Run/Walk Course: 5K/10K Run/Walk Semi-challenging course through the heart of La Habra Entry Fees: 1K Kiddy Run 5K — $30 thru March 14th, $35 after March 14th or on race day 50 Yard Diaper 10K — $35 thru March 14th, $40 Dash after March 14th or on race day 50 Yard Diaper Dash & 1K Kiddy Run — $15 thru March 14th, $20 Saturday, after March 14th or on race day How to Register: March 22, 2014 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the La Habra Community Center, 101 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra 90631 OR by phone: 562-383-4200 OR online at https://apm.activecommunities.com/ cityoflahabra/Home (Service fees apply for online registration.) For more information, visit lahabraca.gov or e-mail [email protected]

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