The Anaheim Public Library Foundation is presenting its 28th annual Mystery Authors Luncheon on April 6.
Guest authors Gary Phillips, Adam Sikes and Terry Shames will be featured guest authors at the luncheon fundraiser to be held at the Sheraton Park Hotel beginning at 11 a.m.
Tickets are $90 per person or $850 for a table of 10. For more information visit anaheimlibraryfoundation.com.
Residents can fill up on compost
Anaheim residents can get free compost for gardens, yards and landscaping during a giveaway from 7 to 10 a.m. (while supplies last) on March 29 at Angel Stadium.
You can get up to 60 gallons.
Enter the Big A parking lot at the Douglass Road entrance off Katella Avenue and bring proof of Anaheim residency – driver’s license or utility bill. You will also need your own sturdy buckets or containers for holding heavy compost – no bags.
Compost bins will be available for $35, cash or check only. For more information visit Anaheim.net/Recycle or call 714-765-6860.
Citizenship clinic coming to the area
U.S. Rep. Lou Correa, who represents California’s 46th District, is bringing a citizenship clinic to the area on April 4.
Registration is required for the from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. clinic, call 714-559-6190. Eligibility includes having been a lawful permanent resident for the last five years or three years if married to a U.S. citizen and have continuous residence in the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident.
Easter extravaganza in the planning for Anaheim community
A family friendly, fun-filled happening will be presented by Mondragon Family Market and Wings of Kindness next month in celebration of Easter and bringing people together.
There will be free Easter baskets for kids, photos with the Easter Bunny and special appearances by Anaheim Fire, Anaheim Police Association and city of Anaheim Community Services.
The event is free and scheduled for 5 to 7 p.m. on April 18 at the Mondragon Family Market, 407 E. North St.
If you would like to volunteer, contact wingsofkindnessalasdebondad@gmail.com, and if you want to be a vendor or participate as a nonprofit, use the same email. The event is a collaboration with District Councilwoman Natalie Rubalcava, local nonprofits and community partners dedicated to giving back. Contact Marina Porras Mondragon at mmondragon1322@outlook.com
Learn more about famed Coach Van
Thanks to the efforts of the Anaheim Historical Society board, there will be a special book talk and signing for “Coach Van: The Life of Clare Van Hoorebeke” by Anaheim High alumni Dennis Bateman.
Coach Van was head coach for the Colonist football team for more than 20 year and is credited with influencing high school football coaching around the region.
The event will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on April 25 in the multipurpose room of the Anaheim Central Library, 500 W. Broadway.
Dennis will be available to sign copies of the book, which will be available for purchase. For more information, call Anaheim Heritage Center at 714-765-6453.
City plans a Cinco de Mayo festival
Anaheim Community Services is presenting a Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 3.
The free family fun will be held 3 to 9 p.m. at the new Center Greens Park, 305 E. Broadway. There will be food, music, vendors, local entertainment, community booths and a kids’ zone.
For more information call 714-765-5181
Be a Muzeo member
Don’t miss your opportunity to “be a star.”
Your name can be featured in the newest exhibit at the Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center, “Painted for the Pictures.” Support the arts with a custom vinyl star at the new exhibit area.
Put your name, your family’s name, your grandchild’s name or such in the limelight with a contribution. Visit muzeo.org for more information.
A membership with the Muzeo includes year-round benefits such as unlimited free admission, exclusive access to programs and previews and discounts on downtown dining.
Taste a bit of what Orange has to offer
The Taste of Orange is scheduled for May 4.
The Orange Blossoms Auxiliary of Assistance League of Orange is presenting the annual event from 3 to 7 p.m. at 124 S. Orange St., in Orange.
Taste of Orange will feature samplings of food, beer, and wine from top local restaurants, plus drawings, live entertainment and more. For tickets, visit freshtix.com.
Andrea Manes shares with her neighbors events and news about the Anaheim community. If you have an event to share, contact her at andreadeemanes@gmail.com or 714-815-3885.