CVCA Welcomes 2021

The Crescenta Valley Community Association will have its first meeting of the year tonight, Thursday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. The meeting will include discussion on local issues as well as an opportunity for Foothill area residents to bring their own concerns. For those who live in Glendale between Lowell and Pennsylvania avenues, the Far North Glendale Homeowners Association will hold its annual meeting from 6:30-7 p.m. just before the CVCA meeting. The agenda includes a vote to change the name of the organization to Crescenta Highlands Neighborhood Association and to install new board members. 

Please join in on Zoom. All are welcome. For further information and Zoom meeting link, contact crescentavalleycommunityassn@gmail.com or visit Crescenta Valley Community Association on Facebook. 

Meal Train for USC-VHH Looking for Passengers

The Meal Train for frontline staff at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital has been reactivated. Some meals from the community would go a long way to lifting their spirits especially as COVID hospitalizations rise.

To sign up, visit https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/nn5z0d.

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive

The annual Battle of the Badges blood drive will take place at the Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station on Feb. 4. Donors are required to wear a mask during the donation process. Donations benefit the American Red Cross.

The Battle of the Badges Blood Drive will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station is located at 4554 Briggs Ave. in La Crescenta. Those who are eligible and are feeling well can make an appointment on the Red Cross blood donor app, by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling (800) RED-CROSS.

Ascencia Holding Drive-in Event

The non-profit organization Ascencia, which has programs to lift people out of homelessness, is having a drive-in fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 6. In lieu of its annual in-person gala, the drive-in will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The theme is celebrating the superpowers of Ascencia’s homeless families who have successfully transformed their lives. Individual tickets are $150 for one car entry and driver (includes one boxed meal) and $100 for each additional passenger (includes boxed meal). Virtual Zoom tickets are $75 per person and include one cocktail.

Tickets can be purchased at Ascencia.schoolauction.net/GALA2021. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Call (818) 246-7090, ext. 120 or email gala@ascencia.org.

Theft Prevention Tips by CV Sheriffs

Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station reminds everyone of several simple steps to help prevent theft of property. Lock your car! Never leave valuables in plain sight. This is one of the most common reasons why thieves target a vehicle or home. Take your keys/key fobs with you. Never hide a spare key on the vehicle. Roll up windows completely. Park in well-lighted areas. If your home has outdoor lights, use them. If you have a garage, use it. Activate alarms. Lock your garage door. Bring in your mail.