Huntington Beach News

Huntington Beach Beaches: I'd like to start this newsletter wishing the following people a Very Happy Birthday. They are: Soy Candles Tonya Hobkirk-Fernandez, RE/MAX Terra Sol Owner Leo Betancourt, My Neighbor Kim Dagarin, Huntington Beach Planning Commissioner Barbara Delgleize, Huntington Beach Former Mayor Jill Hardy, RE/MAX Fine Homes Realtors Lauren Scott & Toni Southron and Huntington Beach Resident Stephanie Bonillas.

The Huntington Beach Police Chief Ken Small's Administrative Assistant Karin Reed asked me to mention these Items:
This coming week more students will be headed back to classes and police departments are reminding drivers about bus safety tips, and tips for students walking or riding their bikes to school.
The most important rule is to SLOW DOWN and don't be distracted while driving.
· Follow school buses at a safe distance, they make frequent stops.
· Yellow flashing lights indicate that the bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children. Motorists should slow down and prepare to stop their vehicles.
· Red flashing lights and extended stop arms indicate that the bus has stopped, and that children are getting on or off. Motorists must stop their cars and wait until the red lights stop flashing, the extended stop sign is withdrawn, and the bus begins moving before they can start driving again.
· You must stop in both directions when approaching a bus with Red flashing lights.
· Watch for children arriving late for the bus stop who may run into the street.
· Pay particular attention to children walking where there are no sidewalks.
Safety tips for Walking:
Ø Always cross at an intersection or crosswalk, if available, and look both ways before crossing.
Ø When no cars are coming, walk - do not run - across the road, and keep looking for cars while crossing.
Ø At intersections with traffic lights, watch for turning cars and obey all traffic signals.
Ø Always walk on the sidewalk if there is one.
Ø If there are no sidewalks, be sure to walk facing traffic so you can see what's coming.
Ø Don't run between parked cars and buses.
Ø Don't run across the street or through a parking lot.
Ø No cell phone talking or texting while going to or from school. Watch what's going on around you.

Safety tips for Bicyclists:
§ Always wear a helmet.
§ Always ride on the right side of the road. Never ride against traffic.
§ Ride single file.
§ Watch out for dangerous things in the roadway – storm drains, gravel, pot holes, trash.
§ Stop at all stop signs and at all traffic lights. Be extra careful at crossroads.
§ Maintain control of your bike. Don't swerve or make sudden turns.
§ Watch out when riding next to parked cars. They can open doors or pull into the street.
§ Listen for cars approaching from the side or behind you. Never wear headphones.
§ Know your road signs and obey them.
§ Always be prepared to stop.
§ No cell phone talking or texting while riding. Watch what's going on around you.



Eric Charlonne Construction Manager from Huntington Beach Public Works asked me to mention these Items of Interest:

Magic of Composting Seminar on Saturday, September 15 at Shipley Nature Center
Saturday, September 15 at 9:00 a.m. Shipley Nature Center is hosting a seminar on backyard composting and food composting with worms. Approximately 90 minutes in length, the lecture covers the various techniques for reducing waste and creating rich compost for gardens, flowerbeds, and lawns. The cost is $10 per person. Register in advance to reserve your seat at www.shipleynature.org. The seminar is held at Shipley Nature Center, 17851 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach 92647 (in Huntington Central Park). Huntington Beach residents attending the lecture will receive a $50 voucher that can be used toward the purchase of a composting unit or complete worm composting kit. This lecture series is sponsored by the Department of Public Works, Rainbow Environmental Services, Enrecos, and Friends of Shipley Nature. For more information visit www.shipleynature.org.

California Coastal And Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day
It's once again time for our annual California Coastal and Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day!
Citizens can visit one of two local Cleanup Day events on Saturday 9/15/12 from 9:00 a.m. to noon, either on the beach, just north of Huntington Beach Pier or at Bartlett Park, 8099 Adams Avenue near Newland House. Free parking for the beach location will be at 1st and 6th Street lots until 1:00 p.m.. Parking for the Bartlett Park Cleanup will be available at the Newland Shopping Center next to Newland Barn.

This half-day event is a great opportunity for individuals, families or local civic groups to help our environment by removing trash and keeping our waterways clean. In order to help cut down our waste for this event, participants are encouraged to bring their own buckets or reusable trash bags, gloves and filled, reusable water bottles and to use public transportation, bike, or carpool to the cleanup sites.

For more information about what you can do to prevent water pollution, please visit http://www.ocwatersheds.com/publiced, or to report a water pollution problem, contact the Orange County Stormwater Program.

Click on this link to get my featured business coupon which is Denny's at: 2940 Westminster Avenue in Seal Beach . http://www./coupons/dennys.html .
This is good for 10 percent off your entire guest check. If you have any questions please call: (562) 493-1490.

Tune into The KTLA Channel 5 Morning News This Saturday from 6AM to 7AM and Sunday from 6AM to 9AM to watch The Best News Trio in Southern California. With Chris Burrous, Wendy Burch and Liberte Chan. You can even win prizes as you watch the show and submit events to them as well which sometimes they'll read on their Facebook page.

As of Yesterday Long Beach Congressional Candidate Gary DeLong is in the lead in his coming race. Learn more at: http://www.garydelong.com .

Here are some Events Happening in Your Area:

Friday:

BILL ANDERSON will presenting some of his Huntington Beach watercolor paintings in the HARMONY, Arts and Wellness Center.
16907 Algonquin St.
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
714 840 2446
LOCATED NEXT TO THE HOUSE OF BREWS


Saturday:
It's already been a Year since the Best Weekly Event in Huntington Beach Started. Come and support The Peters Landing Local Harvest Certified Farmers Market at: 16400 Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach. There is free parking and it is easy to shop. Enjoy more than 50 Vendors Including the very best Fruits and Vegetables, Good Arts and Crafts, a Petting Zoo and Pony Rides. There also is free Wi-Fi at The Venue. You'll be entertained as well. This is on from 9AM to 2PM. If you have any questions call Lee Ostendorf at: and she'll be glad to answer them. You can also look at: http://www.localharvestfarmersmarkets.com .
LIVE ON SEPT 08 ANGIE STONE,PEABO BRYSON,NAJEE,THE TONY RICH PROJECT,ANTHONY DAVID WALTER BERASLEY&PINOT will perform at the 10th Annual BBJAZZ FESTIVAL:SEPT 08. Each artist will perform with their band to create a great musical experience for you. Join us for a great day of R&B and Contemporary Jazz in the beautiful Central Park of Huntington Beach,CA. To get tickets log on to: www.bbjazz.com and call: (714) 377-7574.

Sunday:


You're invited to the annual German-American Day, sponsored by the German-American League to celebrate German heritage and culture in Southern California.
The program includes music, dancing and lots of fun for the whole family and featurs the "Grand Parade," a raffle and delicious German food and drink.
Make this event part of your Oktoberfest fun and come and discover your German roots and heritage at the annual triple celebration of
GERMANS IN AMERICA
In 1983 by President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October 6th as the date on which the 1683 arrival in America of the first German settlers would be honored.
GERMAN-AMERICAN DAY
First Presidential proclamation in 1987 recognizing October 6th as the official date for annual celebration.
GERMAN UNITY DAY
Ratified in 1990 by East and West making October 3rd a day of celebration.
Participating organizations:
Alemannia Music Foundation
Alpine Village Corp.
Austrian American Club
Deutsch-Amerikanischer Schulverein
D.A.V. von Santa Monica
Donauschwäbische Vereinigung
Gesangverein Frohsinn Damen
German American Mardi Gras Assn.
German Crusaders
German South Bay Club
G.T.E.V. D'Oberlandler Kolping Society
Los Angeles Schwaben Verein
Los Angeles Soccer Club
Los Angeles Stamm #252
Los Angeles Sports Club
Los Angeles Turners
Music Foundation of Hollywood
Phoenix Club
Tiroler & Bayern Zither Club
For more information and to purchase your ticket in advance from the organizations listed above, please visit: www.germanleague.us
What: German Day at Alpine Village
When: Sunday, September 9, 2012, Gates open at noon, with festivities beginning at 1:00 pm.
Where: Alpine Village, 833 West Torrance Blvd.,Torrance, CA 90502
Donation: $10 for 17 years and older.

September 7, 2012