The smell of fried food, squeals of excitement and popular cover bands. As I write these words, Summerfest is in full swing—literally. There’s a swing the size of a bus that holds 40 people.
An 11-year-old reader named Ryan recently emailed me to complain that Summerfest is always the same. He mentioned that the Zipper, big slide and roller coaster were all likely to return. However, he did say he likes the food-specifcally, the funnel cake—and added, “the snow cones are even better.”
Ryan is right; elements of Summerfest are the same, year after year. But after masks, social distancing and the rest, I think a return to predictability is what we need. And just as Ryan has demonstrated with his enjoyment of funnel cake and snow cones, Summerfest has something for everyone.
Our July issue also has something for everyone. This month, we’re bringing you a cover story on FV’s Youth in Government Day, a family recipe, a craft, several profles, updates from our city manager, and info about all of the events happening this month in Fountain Valley.
Specifcally worth mentioning are this year’s Concerts in the Park, which are always a blast. Grab a chair, some drinks and food, and enjoy a few hours with friends and neighbors. Hope to see you there.
Did you know Fountain Valley has 20 parks; a garbage truck has two steering wheels; and a SWAT vest weighs about 40 pounds?
These were among the facts taught to 200 third-grade students from Cox and Gisler elementary schools on June 8 during the City of Fountain Valley’s annual “Youth in Government Day.”
The goal of this event is to educate children on how a city works.
After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the city was able to bring back this informative and exciting day for
local third-grade students. City Manager Maggie Le and other offcials were there to welcome the students as they arrived.
Since the third-grade curriculum includes lessons about the inner workings of city government, giving students the chance to observe the city's day-to-day operations and meet the people who keep it running provides them with an invaluable hands-on experience.
Students rotated through 16 stations throughout city hall and the police department. City employees, frefghters, police and paramedics were on hand to explain how they help the city and its community. The Fountain Valley Community Foundation provided a Sum-
merfest bag for each student, and each station offered prizes and giveaways.
Students even had the opportunity to climb into the cab of a garbage truck, walk through an ambulance, sit in the City Council seats and make motions with foam gavels, hold a SWAT vest, and practice writing resumes for upcoming job interviews.
“I really liked this feld trip because it was informative and I learned a lot about the mayor and her job,” said Deanna Sherafati, a third-grade student at Gisler. “I loved sitting in her chair and being able to pretend to make laws. It was so much fun!”
One special moment was meeting
Offcer William Ferris, a past student from Gisler Elementary who started with the police department this year. He talked with students about his job in law enforcement, giving students the chance to see that they, too, can help their community one day.
But the absolute highlight of the trip for the students was meeting the team that manages the sewers.
Why?
At the end of the team's presentation, they handed each student a smiling poop emoji squishy and then led the kids in a chant of, “We’re No. 2! ”
In the end, nothing brings out the giggles in a child like a good bathroom joke.
Fountain Valley High School alumni will remember the school’s motto: “B4L.”
The acronym stands for “Baron for life” and is chanted at spirit assemblies, graduation ceremonies and sports games.
The high school is known for its sense of spirit and welcoming community—two aspects of Baron life that top 2023 graduates Evelynn Pham and Sebastian Cao are passionate about.
“I see FVHS as an extension of my own home,” Sebastian said.
“It’s something I grew into. There’s a lot of people there I genuinely respect and look up to, even though they’re younger than me or the same age as me. They have different, diverse backgrounds, whether that be ethnicity, interests, anything like that.”
The two alumni, who served as class leaders and graduated at the top of the class in June, talked about the effects of the shutdowns on their school. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit during their freshman year, spirit events and campus culture felt like they came to a halt. Both grads said they felt like it was up to them to rebuild enthusiasm for school and get students to join clubs and extracurricular activities.
Evelyn and Sebastian talked about how their practice in building community at FVHS has prepared them both to do the same on their respective university campuses.
“Starting back from COVID was so diffcult,” Evelynn said. “I think to see how far I’ve grown might be my biggest accomplishment.”
Both Evelynn and Sebastian were involved in multiple clubs, played volleyball and earned high grades. On top of that, Evelynn was on the dance team and volunteered on weekends. They are also both studying biology in the fall on a pre-medical school track, with Evelyn at UC Irvine and Sebastian at UC San Diego.
They were both quick to describe how FVHS helped nurture their growth.
“Something I really appreciate is that there’s a huge culture around being academically and extracurricularly driven,” Evelynn said. “That’s something I want to continue being a part of in college.”
Sebastian had a zero through ffth period schedule during his senior year—unusual for a senior, who does not typically need to take six classes—but said he did not mind being at school for long because he liked being around his fellow students.
“As nerdy as it sounds, I actually love school,” Sebastian said. “It’s the people and the environment that make it so much more fun.”
Their advice to students? Say ‘yes.’
“It’s the frst step to having a good high school experience,” Evelynn said. “Of course, focus, study hard—school is school —but having fun is also a big thing.”
Fun events around town and spiffy mail from our readers.
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Teens and young adults often go into business for themselves over the summer or after school. This work can include babysitting, lawn mowing, dog walking, or other part-time or temporary work. When teens or young adults are employees of a business, their employer withholds taxes from their paycheck. However, when classifed as independent contractors or self-employed, they're responsible for paying taxes themselves.
Here are six things to keep in mind: Everyone, including minors, must fle a tax return if they had net earnings from self-employment of at least $400.
If they owe taxes, teens and young adults should fle their own tax returns, even if their parent or guardian claims them as a dependent.
Teens and young adults can prepare
and sign their own tax returns. There is no minimum age to sign a tax return.
Parents can't claim a dependent's earned income on their own tax return.
In addition to paying income tax, self-employed people are generally responsible for self-employment tax as well. This is the Social Security and Medicare taxes withheld from the pay of most wage earners plus the portion of these taxes the employer pays.
Teens and young adults can lower the amount of tax they owe by deducting certain expenses.
For estimated tax purposes, the year is divided into four payment periods, each with a specifc payment due date. For the 2023 tax year, these dates are April 18, June 15, Sept. 15, and Jan. 16, 2024.
Call us to make an appointment to discuss your specifc taxes: (714) 848-9158. You also can read about various tax topics on our website: aaccettacpa.com
Single mom Donna Davis and her son, Ryan Lanphar, found their lives forever changed by the kindness of their neighbors, Pete and Melanie Hagstrom.
Thirty-four years ago, upon hearing about Davis’ circumstances of juggling the demands of work and motherhood, Melanie Hagstrom, a schoolteacher, happily opened her home and extended her heart, embracing Donna and her son as part of her own family.
Ryan, 4 years old at the time, was not only welcomed into the Hagstrom family of fve but was also given the priceless gift of an extraordinary childhood.
Donna said that Ryan grew up experiencing summers flled with endless adventures alongside the Hagstroms: going to the beach, surfng and bodyboarding, attending Junior Lifeguards and chilling in the Hagstroms’ pool. The Hagstroms also introduced Ryan to his frst religious classes through their church youth group, fostering his spiritual growth from elementary to high school.
Additionally, Pete was a major infuence in getting Ryan involved in Little League, often serving as his baseball coach.
“I don’t think he ever thought that he was a single child,” Donna Davis said.
Ryan and the Hagstroms’ middle son, Tyler, share a friendship that has
lasted well into their adulthood. Pete also lovingly introduces Ryan as his own son.
Both Donna and Ryan have become honorary Hagstrom family members, blurring the lines between the two
households. They are regular invitees to family events such as marriages, baby showers, and more specifcally, the Hagstroms’ spectacular Christmas parties.
To this day, Pete still saves a spot for Ryan on his annual golf trip to Las Vegas, showing that time has not once weakened their bond.
“Throughout Ryan’s life, they’ve been there for both of us through good times and through some rough periods, without judgment, but with pure love and support,” Davis said. “There are not many people in this world like Pete and Melanie Hagstrom and I am so thankful and grateful for their presence in our lives.”
There are not many people in this world like Pete and Melanie.
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The sounds of summer will once again come alive in Fountain Valley when the city presents its popular Concerts in the Park series every Thursday night in July at the Fountain Valley Sports Park.
This year’s lineup features popular tribute bands that have graced the stage during previous summers. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. each Thursday.
The season kicks off July 6 with Country Nation taking the stage.
The series continues July 13 with Stone Soul (Motown favorites), July 20 with Bruno and the Hooligans (Bruno Mars tribute band), and July 27 featuring ‘80s tribute Flashback Heart Attack. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets and enjoy a month full of evening concerts.
And don’t forget: The Fountain Valley Chamber of Commerce will stage its annual Business Expo during the July 20 Bruno and the Hooligans concert. The expo is set for 5-8 p.m.
This year’s Concerts in the Park sponsors are: Farmers Insurance – Theresa Simes, Kingston Technology, MemorialCare Orange Coast Memorial, Pacifc Premier Bank and Republic Services.
The Sports Park is at 16400 Brookhurst St. More information: Call (714) 839-8611.
The city and the West Orange County Veterans of Foreign Wars Post & Auxiliary 9557 held the annual Memorial Day fag-raising ceremony on Monday May 29 at Veterans Park. Among those in attendance were U.S. Rep. Michelle Steel, state Sen. Janet Nguyen, Assemblyman Tri Ta, County Supervisor Chief of Staff Chris Wangsaporn, Mayor Kim Constantine, Councilmembers Patrick Harper and Jim Cunneen, and former Mayors Larry Crandall, Cheryl Brothers, Steve Nagel and Michael Vo. City offcials offered thanks to the Fountain Valley High School Royal Regiment, 5/11 Marines, Fountain Valley Community Foundation, Fountain Valley Living Magazine and Starbucks for making it a memorable day.
By MAGGIE LE Fountain Valley City Manager
►Keep an eye out for a new city website at the end of July 2023. The website redesign will feature a modern, clean aesthetic that is user friendly and ADA compliant.
►The Fountain Valley Water Department vigilantly safeguards our water supply and, as in years past, the water delivered to your home meets or exceeds the quality standards required by federal and state regulatory agencies. The 2023 Water Quality Report was mailed to all Fountain Valley residents in June.
►Bring your family and friends to the rockin' Concerts in the Park 6-8 p.m. every Thursday in July. Make sure to arrive before the concert begins to get a
good seat and parking spot. The Fountain Valley Community Foundation will operate a beer and wine garden during each concert.
►Fountain Valley has partnered with Garden Grove and Westminster to develop the Central Cities Navigation Center, a year-round facility that will provide emergency housing and services to individuals experiencing homelessness. The three cities are in escrow to purchase property located at 13871 West St. in Garden Grove. The goal is to open the center in the frst quarter of 2024.
New developments
►An entitlement application has been submitted for a new McDonald’s restaurant and double drive-thru at 17970 Magnolia St.
►Work will begin soon on a new 1,946-square-foot covered patio for a new dining area at Fountain Bowl, 17110 Brookhurst St.
►A new Dutch Bros. coffee will be located at 9065 Warner Ave. in the Floor and Décor parking lot. A second Dutch Bros. is planned for the Sprouts commercial center at Magnolia Street and Talbert Avenue.
►Fifteen single-family detached homes are planned at Newland Street and Talbert Avenue at the former Courreges Ranch property. Construction should begin in the next month or two.
Look for the hidden fountain in this issue! Find the fountain somewhere in the magazine (sample of the fountain pictured here). Take a selfe with that page of tce magazine and post it on your social media using the hashtag #FountainValleyLiving.
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The Friends of the Fountain Valley Library will hold their popular Buck-a-Bag Book Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 15 in front of the library.
The library is at 17635 Los Alamos St.
The Fountain Valley Moms Club will hold an Author Tea featuring Michelle Gable, author of “Paris Apartment,” from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, July 16 at the Green Valley Adult Clubhouse.
The event will include a silent auction and opportunity drawings. Those attending are asked to wear their tea hats or fascinators.
The Green Valley Clubhouse is at 17250 Los Jardines West. For more information, email Judy Aoki at jjjjaoki@aol.com.
AYSO Region 5 soccer registration is open for the fall season.
Players can register online at ayso5. org. Opening day is Sept. 9 with practices beginning in August.
AYSO is for players ages 4-19 (2005-2020). More information: ayso5.org
Go to the back cover, and call in to win
This month, one of Fountain Valley Living's long-time advertisers is giving our readers the chance to fnd something unexpected.
Southern Tire Mart in Fountain Valley (see the back cover of the magazine for their ad) is giving a free mounting and balancing on a new set of four tires to readers who call and mention "FV Finds" (with purchase of new set of tires).
This prize has a value of up to $80 and it's available to the frst 10 readers who call the number on Southern Tire Mart's ad on the back cover of this magazine.
Ask for Ephraim or Kevin.
The city will celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 1 at the Fountain Valley Sports Park. Activities will begin at 6 p.m.
National Night Out is a police awareness-raising event that is held the frst Tuesday of August and is intended to increase awareness about police programs in communities, such as drug prevention, Neighborhood Watch, and other anti-crime efforts.
Those attending will have an opportunity to check out displays from the Fountain Valley Police and Fire departments.
National Night Out also coincides with the city’s frst Movie in the Park of the summer, Disney’s “Lightyear,” which follows the legendary space ranger on an intergalactic adventure alongside his recruits, Izzy, Mo and Darby, and his robot companion Soxwith.
The movie begins at dusk.
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By SUSAN SAURASTRI Seven Gables Real Estate
our years ago, while visiting us, our friend Joyce proclaimed, “You know, if you took that wall down you could open up and expand this family room.” On the other side of the wall was our rarely used fourth bedroom.
A light went off, and I got to thinking about it. My husband suggested we no longer invite Joyce to visit. He complains that whenever Joycecomes over, it costs him money and causes upheaval. This time was no different.
We’ve been married 38 years, so I’ve learned to let ideas germinate once the seed is planted. This house, in the Old Farm tract, a few blocks west of Fountain Valley High School, has been our domicile for 20 years. It’s 2,784 square feet of living space on two levels.
Taking the wall down was not an easy decision for quite a few reasons. The loss of the fourth bedroom was a big consideration. As a Realtor, my frst thought is always about resale value How and where we live either adds to our joy and the quality of our lives or it can diminish both. Months and months of pillow talk resulted in a consensus. We’re going to stay put in Fountain Valley and in this home we love.
The expanded family room will be 25 feet by 15 feet, adjacent to the 150 square feet of kitchen space. We en
tertain quite a bit and enjoy game and movie nights with friends. With a 16foot opening to the back yard, the space will blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living.
Our friend David Truong, cheerleader and supporter of all things Fountain Valley and owner of Mimi’s Jewelry, had his kitchen and home beautifully remodeled last year. David recommended we hire Fountain Valley resident and contractor Mike Schmidt of Mike Schmidt Construction.
We had interviewed others but knew when we met Mike that he was the right person for the job. He knows his stuff and is very likable. His wife Melina refers and coordinates the fnishing touches and tradespeople.
And so, here we are, four years after Joyce planted the seed, the construction crew is on the job. Our house is in disarray. The new family room rug is spread out, upside down on top of
the living room rug so it won’t capture dust and will lay fat when the job is complete.
Boxes containing a new electric freplace, a 75-inch television, a cocktail table and a new sofa table take up every available space. On hold at their respective warehouses are the new sectional sofa and 16-foot sliding doors.
Our niece Deeksha, a prominent and well-regarded designer in India, has been our design consultant on
every aspect of the new furnishings. She is arriving in early July and will decorate the new room. She is also on reserve with some friends in Huntington Beach to redesign their space. It’s going to be a busy and interesting summer.
My husband tells everyone who will listen that this is defnitely the last renovation we’re ever going to make. Truth be told the driveway needs replacing and I’d love to epoxy the garage foor, but as Scarlett O’Hara declared, “Tomorrow is another day.”
As for dear Joyce, when we meet now, it’s at local restaurants—but she’ll be the frst one I invite for the room reveal.
The Fountain Valley Chamber of Commerce is making plans for its annual Business Expo, which this year is set for Thursday, July 20 during the city’s Concert in the Park featuring Bruno and the Hooligans..
The expo is set for 5-8 p.m. at the Fountain Valley Sports Park. Local businesses can purchase vendor booth space at a cost of $150 for Chamber members and $250 for non-members.
Additionally, the Chamber is offering a $75 add-on premium package, which gives priority to the couple of rows of vendor booths and includes a space on the Chamber’s bingo board, which can also drive traffc to a vendor’s booth.
Info: (714) 962-3822.
Fountain Valley Library will present its next Meet the Author program featuring author and cardiologist Dr. Cristina LePort on Saturday, July 15.
Dr. LePort is a cardiologist at both Orange Coast Memorial Hospital and Fountain Valley Regional Hospital. She will discuss her debut medical-political thriller, “Dissection,” during her talk from 2-3 p.m.
The book follows a heart surgeon, FBI agent and a private detective as they investigate a series of deadly cardiac emergencies.
Complimentary signed books will be available while the supply lasts.
The library is at 17635 Los Alamos St. More information: Call (714) 962-1324.
First Chinese Baptist Church of Fountain Valley will offer a variety of summer interest classes on Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m. through Aug. 27.
Information: fcbcfv.org
The church is at 16835 Brookhurst St.
The annual Harper School reunion is set for 3-6 p.m., Aug. 26 at Silky Sullivan’s. The reunion is open to anyone who attended or taught at Harper School from 1963 to 1984, and any parent who had children go to Harper.
For more information email Karen Quo at Kquo66@gmail.com
Rock painting is one of our favorite projects. If you’re like me, you fnd it challenging to keep houseplants alive. That’s why these cactus-painted rocks are the perfect addition to any home decor.
I fnd rock painting soothing and relaxing. Put on your favorite tunes, line your work surface, and get ready to paint.
Age level: 7 and up
Level of diffculty: Easy
Cost estimate: Less than $5
1. Make sure all rocks are clean and dry.
2. Place tape at the bottom of your fower pot covering up the hole at the bottom so no sand or beans slip through. Fill the bottom of your container with sand or beans.
3. Practice arranging the rocks in the container to fgure out how many rocks you will need.
1. Paint several of each rock in different shades of green. Let dry.
2. Turn over and paint the other sides. Let dry.
3. Paint a second coat if needed for better coverage. Let dry.
4. Once the rocks are dry, add the detail. Use your other green or white paint to
paint vertical lines, dots or small stars. Let them sit to dry.
After painting the rock cactus, you are on to painting the cactus fowers. Paint them red, pink, or yellow. Once dry, add detail so they pop.
1. Starting with the largest rock in the center, add shorter rocks on either side.
2. Continue until the pot is flled.
3. Glue the smaller fower rocks to the top of some of the cacti.
4. Place your fnished product in an area that makes you happy!
Don’t forget to tag @FamilyGlueShop with your creations.
Solution to this month's puzzles:
This year’s FV Summerfest, held June 15-18 at the FV Sports Park, was packed with fun and attended by 25,000 people.
By MARLEY GREEN Fountain Valley Living MagazineFountain Valley’s annual birthday tradition—Summerfest—was a hit again this year, complete with rides, live music, food and local vendors. The weekend-long celebration of the city is known to have something for everyone, with a range of fair-type food options and local bands performing on the community and main stages.
New this year to the food lineup was Bizuri Ice Cream, a truck with soft serve sundaes, waffe cones and banana splits, which was popular among attendees. Locals enjoyed the well-known Kona Ice. Staple Summerfest foods—spiral potatoes, aguas frescas and mozzarella sticks—were available at various booths, as well.
The festival kept up with tradition and offered rides at a discounted rate on Thursday for “preview night” and a freworks show on Friday night sponsored by Hyundai. On Saturday, however, Open Sky Productions put on a drone light show above the park. Event attendees gathered as soon as the sun set to view the show.
For local music enthusiasts, the
highlight was surely the wide range of acts on the community and main stages, including tribute bands of multiple genres and decades. ABBA LA, Urgent LA and Green Today were among tribute band highlights. Bands and choirs from Talbert, Fulton and Masuda middle schools performed on the community stage, as well as Voice of Fountain Valley competition winners Paige Taylor, Tricia Tran and Scarlett English.
Back again this year was local rock and party band Tijuana Dogs, fronted by the multifaceted Matt Mauser. The set ended Summerfest weekend in a most electric manner, drawing a large crowd of all ages to the area in front of the stage to a variety of songs ranging from Van Halen’s “Hot for Teacher” to “You Oughta Know” by Alanis Morrissette. The band even performed a high-energy rap medley including “Lose Yourself” by Eminem and “Jump Around” by House of Pain.
Just like Summerfest in years past, it was another weekend of family fun and celebration of the community. This year, it was marked by a range of new live performances and food booths, living up to its reputation as a city event that has something for everyone.
This month’s family recipe for Ratatouille was submitted by Fountain Valley native Heidi Menze
She and her husband, Mike, attended Courreges and Fountain Valley elementary schools, respectively, followed by Fulton Middle School and Fountain Valley High School.
After a brief time Mission Viejo, they returned to Mike’s childhood home across the street from FVHS in 2011 and are raising Anthony, 14, and Alexis, 11.
“This recipe is a family favorite, especially at the holidays. It pairs nicely with a bowl of fresh pasta, or a delicious toasty piece of bread,” Heidi said. “We are a vegan family, so it fts nicely into what we already eat. Now we get to share it with others.”
RATATOUILLE INGREDIENTS
2 bell peppers
1 onion
4-6 Roma tomatoes
Garlic (bulb)
Salt, pepper
2 medium zucchini
2 yellow squash
1 Chinese eggplant (or any eggplant)
olive oil
1/2 c. chopped parsley
1/2 c. chopped basil
2 tbsp. chopped thyme
Readers can email in their family recipes and stories along with photos (of recipe and family) to publisher@ fvlm.com
Ratatouille is loaded with fresh vegetables and has become a favorite for the Menze family.
provided
Versatile and healthy Ratatouille is perfect as a side or a sandwich
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley and the Fountain Valley Kiwanis Club Foundation are teaming up once again to present the Pins for Kids Bowling Tournament.
The 15th annual fundraising event, which includes a barbecued tri-tip and chicken dinner, begins at 5:30 p.m. with registration and dinner. The bowling tournament begins at 6:30 p.m.
In addition to the traditional bowling tournament, an online auction to help raise funds at the event is also planned.
How to get involved:
■ Make a sponsorship and bowl in the Pins for Kids Wii Bowling Tournament on Aug. 12.
■ Donate an item for the online auction.
■ Bid in the online auction, open from Aug. 4-12. Bidders can join in from their phone, tablet or computer and pick
up items they’ve won after the event. By participating, you can help give thousands of children access to the Boys & Girls Clubs’ programs, like after-school care, full-day programs during the summer, sports leagues and more. You’ll help support the Kiwanis Club’s charity projects, including Robyne’s Nest, the Therapeutic Riding
Center of Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Orangewood Children’s Home, and support the club’s efforts to mentor local high school students and provide college scholarships.
For more information or to get involved, call (714) 899-5900 or visit bgchv. com/pins.
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July Thursdays: The Fountain Valley Sports Park is the place to be at 6 p.m. every Thursday in July, with a great lineup of popular tribute bands. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and pack a picnic basket.
Country Nation takes the stage July 6, followed by Stone Soul on July 13, Bruno and the Hooligans (Bruno Mars tribute) on July 20 and Flashback Heart Attack (‘80s tribute) on July 27.
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Aug. 1: The city will celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 1 at the Fountain Valley Sports Park. Activities will begin at 6 p.m.
National Night Out also coincides with the city’s frst Movie in the Park of the summer, Disney’s “Lightyear.”
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Aug. 12: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley and the Fountain Valley Kiwanis Club Foundation will to present the Pins for Kids Bowling Tournament on Aug. 12. The fundraising event includes a bowling tournament, barbecued tri-tip and chicken dinner, and online auction.
Hyundai 5K
TBA: The date isn’t set yet, but this event will beneft Hyundai Hope on Wheels, local non-proft organizations that serve Fountain Valley through the Fountain Valley Community Foundation. Hyundai Hope on Wheels has been helping kids fght cancer since 1992.
Sept. 8-10: Enjoy fresh Maine Lobster, fown in daily. The festival features a variety of seafood favorites, music, carnival rides, arts and craft booths, a Live Sports Tent and activities for kids. There’s also a food court featuring non-seafood items, including barbecue, Mexican, American, Chinese, Thai and other international foods and desserts.
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Aug. 20: The Fountain Valley Historical Society will hold its annual Ice Cream Social and Tag Sale from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20 at Heritage Park. Enjoy ice cream sundaes with all the toppings under the park’s shady trees and browse for lots of fun rummage sale fnds.
Sept. 2: The Kelly Osborn
Memorial Scholarship Fund was started by Kelly’s father, Dave, in 1996 for the purpose of granting college scholarships each year to one or more deserving students.
More than $400,000 in scholarships has been handed out during the past 26 years.
The event will include a golf tournament at David L. Baker Golf Course followed by a 4 p.m. barbecue at Heritage Park featuring lots of food and auction prizes. Cost of the barbecue is a $25 donation.
To sign up for the event call Gary Forman at (714) 504-2695 or e-mail djo@fountainbowl.com
