Lutheran Church Prepares for ‘Trunk or Treat’

Lutheran Church in the Foothills is inviting all high school students to join in its new youth hangouts. Led by Pastor Rick Hall, these gatherings offer a casual and welcoming environment for teens to connect, play games, enjoy snacks and listen to music. The goal is to create a space where young people can simply be themselves and feel a sense of belonging. The hangouts are open to all high school students, regardless of religious affiliation. Everyone is encouraged to bring a friend or two. The next hangout is scheduled for Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. in the Youth Room.

A reminder that all are invited to LCIF’s annual “Trunk or Treat” event on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. This festive celebration will feature an array of fun activities for all ages. Children can look forward to trick-or-treating, games, a bounce house and plenty of treats. The event is free of charge and offers a safe and enjoyable environment for families to celebrate Halloween. For those attending LCIF’s regular Sunday worship beforehand (10 a.m.), costumes are welcome.

Visit lcifoothills.org for event details. For more information or to request/offer help, email office@lcifoothills.org , or call (818) 790-1951. The church is located at 1700 Foothill Blvd in La Cañada Flintridge.

Office hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Crescenta Valley United Methodist Church

Crescenta Valley United Methodist Church and the Montrose Preschool are having our annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Join us for treats, music, food, face painting and more.

The address is 2700 Montrose Ave. in Montrose. Those who have any questions call (818) 249-4048 or check the website at cvumc.org.

Trunk or Treat and Pumpkin Decorating at La Crescenta Presbyterian

La Crescenta Presbyterian Church is hosting an afternoon of “trunk-or-treating,” pumpkin decorating and activities for the entire family on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.  

Kids can come in costume and collect treats from festively decorated cars then carve or paint a pumpkin at this free event, which will take place on the church campus at 2902 Montrose Ave. in La Crescenta.

Costumes must be family friendly – no play weapons or offensive themes. Don’t forget to bring a bag or bucket to collect treats! 

For more information, visit lcpc.net/events or call the LCPC office at (818) 249-6137.

Death Wishes: UUCVH To Host Prominent Author

On Oct. 27 at 10:30 a.m. author and cultural proficiency consultant Rev. Kikanza Nuri-Robins will talk about the inevitability of death and what can be done about it.

Everyone is going to die, but few want to talk about it. People refuse to write wills, complete advanced care directives and tell their loved ones about their end of life preferences. How might we navigate this sensitive subject with grace and compassion? Nuri-Robins has authored six books, including: “Cultural Proficiency” and “Fish Out of Water.” She serves on the Bio-Ethics Committee of the UCLA Medical Center and the boards of several social-service organizations.

UUCVH is located at 4451 Dunsmore Ave. in La Crescenta. To join via Zoom visit the UUCVH website at https://www.uuverdugo.org/. 

Halloween Haunted House at Church of Scientology Mission of the Foothills

On Halloween night, the community is invited to a free, kid-friendly fun and slightly spooky haunted house maze on Oct. 31 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Church of Scientology Mission of the Foothills. A free professional photo booth photo opportunity is offered to every family, along with lots of candy as visitors explore a graveyard, spidery room, witch’s room and more – all free of charge – the Church’s annual gift to the community.

The haunted house entrance is at the back of the building of 2254 Honolulu Ave. in Montrose. Free parking above Broadview Drive near Ocean View Boulevard. For more information, call (818) 957-1500 or email events@scientology-montrose.org.

Mt. Olive Offers A Breakfast Bible Study & A Community Lunch

Mt. Olive Lutheran Church is having a trunk or treat event on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This is a free event.

Mt. Olive also invites the Crescenta Valley community to its monthly breakfast Bible study at Panera Bread Restaurant, 990 Town Center Drive, Suite A in La Cañada on the third Saturday of each month at 8:30 a.m. A study of the Book of Second Corinthians will begin on Nov. 16. 

Also, a weekly Bible study is held at the church on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. 

Lastly, Mt. Olive offers a community luncheon every second Wednesday through May. For a suggested minimum donation of $5, a delicious lunch is offered including a brief uplifting devotion and some great entertainment provided by various local artists. 

Mt. Olive is located at 3561 Foothill Blvd. in La Crescenta.

Walk and Word

Walk and Word participants will meet in the parking lot of Deukmejian Wilderness Park, 3429 Markridge Road in La Crescenta/Glendale at 8 a.m. on Oct. 27. Participants will walk for the first hour and then gather to read a selection of Scripture. About a half hour will be spent journaling about what was read and then there will be conversation, sharing thoughts.

Participants are asked to bring something to write with, anything wanted to eat or drink, and a chair to use for the writing part of the morning. Because people will be outdoors and social distancing will be practiced, masks will be optional.

Those with questions can email Jeanne at jnlavieri@earthlink.net.

 All are welcome. If the hike is too strenuous, there are level paths at the park. There are ramps from the parking lot to the field where the group gathers after the hike.

Concert Celebrates Veterans

All are invited to attend the free community choir concert “United We Stand! A Veterans Day Musical Tribute,” which will be held on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. at 4550 Raymond Ave. in La Crescenta. This will be presented by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (La Crescenta Stake), the Lutheran Church in the Foothills and Holy Redeemer-St. James the Less Catholic Church, and other churches in local communities. This is a beautiful opportunity to bring a spirit of unity and peace to our communities!