Prom Plus Meeting

A planning meeting for Prom Plus parents will be tonight, Thursday, Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Fire House, 2563 Foothill Blvd. in La Crescenta (xst Rosemont).

Rosemont Preserve Restoration Day

The community is invited to the Rosemont Preserve Restoration Day on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. to help protect the natural habitat at Rosemont Preserve. Volunteers will be removing invasive, non-native plants watering newly planted natives and doing some trail maintenance. Wear sturdy shoes, comfortable clothes and garden gloves (long pants and sleeves are recommended). Tools will be available.

The Preserve is located at the north end of Rosemont Avenue, just past the chain link fence. As street parking is limited, please park at Two Strike Park, 5107 Rosemont Ave. Those with mobility issues who require a closer parking spot should contact RosemontFriends@gmail.com.

This event is free to the public and suitable for all ages and no reservations required. Rain cancels event. Sorry, no pets please.

For further information, contact the Friends of the Rosemont Preserve at RosemontFriends@gmail.com.

Vote Taken Regarding Safety and Security for School Campuses

On Tuesday the LA County Board of Supervisors were asked to vote on whether to approve the LA County Sheriff’s Dept.’s new contracts to provide safety and security to school campuses that are seeking LASD services (including school resource officers). Community members shared their opinions with the board. The board voted 4-0 (with one member absent) to continue the contracts.

Veterans Host Monthly Breakfast

Local veterans host a monthly breakfast at the Verdugo Hills Memorial Hall on the second
Saturday of the month. The breakfast is free to all local veterans and supporters, but donations are always graciously accepted. This month’s breakfast is on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

The Hall is located at 4011 La Crescenta Ave.

Beyond Plastic Vendor Fair

The City of Glendale invites food service providers, community members and business organizations to the Beyond Plastic Vendor Fair on Aug. 24 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Perkins Plaza behind city hall. This event will showcase reusable, compostable and recyclable materials in compliance with the City’s proposed plastic waste reduction ordinance. Attendees can learn about sustainable alternatives and connect with suppliers who offer eco-friendly products.

Perkins Plaza is located at 141 N. Glendale Ave. in Glendale.

Vendors will be present with their products, allowing businesses to test, feel, and try out these alternatives. Engage with staff to learn more about the proposed ordinance and provide feedback. Interested vendors should email Sustainability@GlendaleCA.gov by August 6th to secure their spot.

Bingo Fun

On Friday evening, Aug. 16 in Healy Hall at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 2361 Del Mar Road in Montrose, American Legion Post #288 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #1614 will host the 12^th Annual Community Bingo Night starting at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit veterans’ programs in the local community.

Admission is $25 per person, which includes four bingo cards per game for 10 games. The prize for each bingo game will be a minimum of $100. In addition to the bingo there will be food available for purchase, a raffle and other surprises. The doors open at 4:30 p.m. with the first game starting at 6 p.m.

The bingo games are limited to 250 players. Tickets are available from members of the American Legion Post #288 and VFW Post #1614. Tickets are also available at the office of Crescenta Valley Weekly at 3800 La Crescenta Ave., Suite #206, Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Student Commissioner Apps Extended

Applications for student commissioner are now open! Ex officio student commissioners are active, non-voting members of the Arts and Culture Commission of Glendale. Duties include promoting art activities and education, serving as an advisory group on the arts to the Glendale City Council and city boards and commissions, and more.

Applicants must be students under the age of 25 who live in Glendale and must be able to attend meetings on the third Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. – noon. The application deadline is Friday, Aug. 30 at 5 p.m. https://tinyurl.com/yk3mtytb.

Leaf Blower Demonstration

On Sept. 1, the City of Glendale will start enforcement of its gas-powered leaf blower prohibition. This new ordinance prohibits the use of gas-powered leaf blowers and holds homeowners and property owners within the City responsible for compliance. To help residents, landscapers and businesses comply and transition to zero-emission landscaping alternatives, the Office of Sustainability is hosting an event with the American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) to showcase electric landscaping equipment with professionals before enforcement and citation begins.

The demonstration is on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to noon at Verdugo Park, 1621 Cañada Blvd. in Glendale.

Electric landscaping equipment manufacturers and landscaping professionals will be available for attendees to test equipment and learn about zero-emissions landscaping. Staff will also be available to answer questions about the ordinance and obtaining rebates.

For more information on the gas-powered leaf blower prohibition and the event, visit GlendaleCA.gov/LeafBlower.