At camp families will enjoy many activities together such as a retro '70s dinner (families must wear a '70s outfit), visiting a nature center, family-oriented games, archery, crafts, hayrides, cross country skiing and sledding.
Cost for camp is $66 per child, $75 for YMCA member adults and $80 for non-member adults. Financial scholarships are available for those who qualify. Applications must be completed to be considered for these scholarships.
"I'm sure families will have a great time at camp. We had many people calling us asking when it was going to be held," said Cameron Harding, YMCA camp and family director.
Transportation to and from Camp Whittle is not provided.
Space is limited and registration is required. Registration has begun at the YMCA and will run until filled.
For information, call Cameron Harding or Lisa Cooper at 862-4201.
Teens ages 13-19 will have an opportunity to get a free handpainted temporary tattoo by two professional tattoo artists from "Tattoo Kool," of Los Angeles. The artists will have a display of 140 designs from which the teens can choose including cartoon characters, flowers, animals, humorous and exotic types. The teens will be able to select the method by which they would like the tattoo to be applied; bodypaint or transfer. Teens may choose from 15 different colors of bodypaint. The paint is nontoxic and FDA approved. The tattoos last two to seven days, but are easily removed with alcohol and baby oil.
"Teens like the idea of tattoos but they do not know if it is right for them. This is a fun and safe way to find out," said Jan Palen, senior librarian.
"I encourage teens if they are serious about tattoos to stop by and check out books to learn about the process," Palen added.
The event will be held in the Library's Cormack Room. Required registration has begun at the Adult Information Desk and will run until March 6.
For information, call 904-7360, ext 32.
Gangs Out Of Downey has planned this recognition luncheon as a fundraiser in support of the Community Policing program on the local high school campuses. Community Policing is one of the most successful programs in the state and is being emulated in many communities. Much of the success for a police officer on the campus is due to the positive relationship between the School District and the Downey Police Department.
This year's luncheon will be held Wednesday, March 27, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Rio Hondo Country Club. Downey resident and local Judge David Perkins will be the keynote speaker.
Groups and/or individuals wishing to support Gangs Out Of Downey may purchase a sponsorship. A large banner will be posted at the event and given to the sponsor afterwards to display in their place of business or their home. Sponsorships available include:
Platinum $5,000 or more; Gold $2,500; Silver $1,000; Bronze $500.
For individuals wishing to attend, the cost is $15 per person with tables of 10 at $150. For information, call Bonnie Kehoe at 904-7239 or Stan Hanstad 904-3514.
The Las Floristas traditionally raises $350,000 through its Headdress Ball for the group's Children's Charities at Rancho Los Amigos Rehabilitation Center. The clinics are affiliated with the USC School of Medicine.
This year's theme of the upcoming floral fantasy is "A Midsummer Night's Dream," taking a cue from Shakespeare, and the preview introduced the 10 floral designers who will use sub-themes ranging from "The Magic of Merlin," to "Titania, Queen of the Fairies," as a basis for their fanciful creations.
The premiere was chaired by Linda Cappello of Los Angeles, who was assisted by Marlene Chumo of Newport and Sue Talesnick of San Pedro.
West Coast Music provided the fanfare for the premiere. Ten mannequins, elected from the membership, were front and center with the designers to form the duos to be featured in the Ball's Mannequin Parade. Carolyn Rutter of Huntington Beach, was assisted by Karen Garlington of Long Beach, and was in charge of coordinating the florists' participation, while Karen Fredericks of West Los Angeles and Beth Lane of Newport were in charge of the mannequins.
Floral artist Chris Matsumoto chose airy flower arrangements in light hues for his thematically inspired decor.
Las Floristas president Julie Pejsa of La Canada, with ball co-chairs Sandy Wessel of Yorba Linda and Jade Higgins of Anaheim Hills welcomed guests, who included past honorary ball chair and patron Harlyne Norris.
A live auction followed the 8 p.m. premiere and dinner, and the evening concluded with dancing.
For more information on this year's Las Floristas Headdress Ball, call (310) 607-8495.
Featuring veteran quartet singers and musicians, the group's programs include some of the latest chart-topping singles, along with old favorites and traditional hymns. Combined they have spent more than 70 years in the gospel music business and they have appeared with such artists as Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, the Kingsmen and the Dixie Melody Boys. They have recorded 6 musical projects.
The quartet includes Rich Moore, bass; Mernie Metzler, tenor; Greg Brandt, baritone; and Don Hofer, lead singer.
Tuesday Night Community Concerts are free to the public with no collection taken. Refreshments, also at no charge, are served immediately after the event.
For information, call 923-1215.
Cal West is a local business specializing in electrical, lighting and signs located at 11912 Woodruff Ave.
Chamber members and guests convene for networking every Tuesday when they are furnished complimentary coffee and breakfast treats while promoting their individual services and products.
For information, call 923-2191.
Applications from craft vendors and entertainment are already streaming in to the Chamber, which moved the Fair due to requests from businesses on Downey Avenue and space restrictions there limiting the number of booths.
Another change will see the food courts consolidated in one area.
The Chamber appreciates the cooperation and support of the City of Downey and the Downey Unified School District and its Superintendent, Ed Sussman in making the move possible.
For information, call 923-2191.
For seniors 50 and over, a presentation by representatives from the office of Paine Webber will cover such topics as: how to reduce taxes, how to increase retirement income and what medical expenses seniors can expect the government to cover in the future.
The presentation is free.
Required registration has begun at the Senior Center and will last until spaces are filled. For more information or to register, call 904-7223.