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An aspiring young director rampages against the art created by his mother’s generation. A nubile young actress wrestles with an aging Hollywood star for the affections of a renowned novelist. And everyone discovers just how disappointing love, art, and growing up can be. In this irreverent, contempo The Assistance League of Whittier invites you to support our fundraiser ‘Carousel Christmas Home Tour 2018’. Items will be available for purchase. This event is on Nov 30, 2018 from 9:30 am to 8 pm and Dec 1, 2018 from 9:30 am to 3 pm in Whittier, CA. Tickets are $40 per person. Please visit our website https://www.assistanceleague.org/whittier/ click on ‘Events’ to purchase tickets. Tickets will be mailed to you after Oct 1, 2018. Our website describes our philanthropic programs and how to become a volunteer. Thank you for supporting the Assistance League of Whittier’s philanthropic programs. Music & dance performances, horse- drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa, treats & more The YMCA of Greater Whittier will be kicking off the Christmas season with the 39th Annual YMCA Christmas Prayer Breakfast. Join the YMCA as they joyfully ring in the Christmas season with breakfast, a morning of fellowship, prayer and an inspirational message of the season. You are also invited to support the YMCA’s Adopt-a-Family gift drive by bringing an unwrapped toy or gift card to place under the Christmas Tree. The Whittier Uptown Association invites you and your family to our 65th Annual Uptown Whittier Christmas Parade Saturday, December 8, 2018 from 10am to 12noon. This year’s theme is “Christmas Around the World” Our parade attracts over 15,000 visitors from Whittier and surrounding communities. Many attend to see their friends and family walk though this historic event. Entries include marching bands, vintage autos, floats, dance troupes, drill teams and more. Santa Clause always makes his appearance at the end of the event. We will be announcing our Grand and Celebrity Grand Marshalls shortly along with special guest. Bands will not be judged this year. However, float entries will be judged based on our theme, originality and creativity. Certificates for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place will be awarded after the parade. Plan on arriving as early as early as possible. Families arrive as early as 7am to select their favorite spot. Many restaurants will be open early in the morning to accommodate the crowds. Parade route starts at Hadley St and Greenleaf Ave and ends at Mar Vista St and Washington Ave, near the Whittier Community Center. On-Line registration starts Monday, September 17th. Simply click on the button below and fill out your information and provide payment. Last day to register is Thursday November 1, 2018 at 5pm. An email will be sent to you a week before the parade with your line up location. If you wish to be a sponsor or for more information, please contact Olivia E Rios, our Operations Manager, at (562) 696-2662 or olivia@whittieruptown.org A community dance on select Friday Nights at Parnell Park. Learn a different dance each evening with lessons from “Dancing with the Whittier Stars” professionals Rudy & Maria Hernandez. Charles Phoenix is a showman, tour guide, food crafter, and author. He is known for his live comedy slide show performances, madcap Test Kitchen videos, “field trip” tours, and colorful coffee table books, all celebrating classic and kitschy American life and style. The Felici Piano Trio is the musical home of Belgian pianist Steven Vanhauwaert German violinist Rebecca Hang and American cellist Brian Schuldt. With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young man’s journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, this updated circus-inspired Don’t forget to set your clocks forward 1 hour at 2:00am. Three Masters, featured regularly at Maui’s renowned “Slack Key Show®” bring Hawai‘i’s unique folk styles, with origins in the early 19th century Hawaiian paniolo (cowboy) culture, to 21st century stages. The universe of guitar knows no boundaries for The California Guitar Trio. Since 1991, the group has enthralled listeners with a singular sound that fearlessly crisscrosses genres. The trio’s questing spirit drives it to explore the intersections between rock, jazz, classical, and world music. Stepping Out Against Domestic Violence The Shelter’s Right Hand Annual 5K Walk raises money for the Women’s and Children’s Crisis Shelter. All of the money from donations and registration goes to the Shelter! Check the Event Website for more information as the Walk approaches. In 1975, one man brought about a permanent change in the practice of hula. His name is Robert Cazimero and his vision was Halau Na Kamalei, the only male halau hula in the Hawaiian Islands. Join the Boys & Girls Club of Whittier as we celebrate 52 years of the Club! Silent auction with dinner and live auction to follow. Come join musician, artist, writer and member of Los Lobos Louie Pérez for a book signing to celebrate the release of his new book “Good Morning, Aztlán: The Words, Pictures and Songs of Louie Perez” before the Jarabe Mexicano concert here at the Shannon Center on November 10th. Books will be availa The Inside Latin Jazz series continues to offer fascinating and penetrating onstage interviews with leading Latin Jazz artists.
