La Habra Recreation Division

ATTN SENIORS: You're invited to the free Senior Art Class on Thursday, April 22nd from 9:00-10:30 a.m.! Following the art class, we will screen the film "The Devil Wears Prada", featuring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci (PG-13, Comedy/Drama). Free popcorn & coffee will be served doing the movies. Masks are required, and we are requiring pre-registration so we can maintain social distancing. You may pre-register in person at the Community Center or contact us at 562-383-4200, Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Are you a natural leader with a passion for working with children and families, delivering top-notch recreational opportunities? The City of La Habra is recruiting to fill the position of Recreation Leader in the Community Services Department. Check out the link for more information and to apply.

Seniors, you're invited our free Senior Art Class on Thursday, April 15th from 9:00-10:30 a.m.! Following the art class, we will screen the film "The War with Grandpa", featuring Robert De Niro, Uma Thurman, Christopher Walken, Cheech Marin and Jane Seymour(PG, Comedy/Drama/Family). Free popcorn & coffee will be served doing the movies. Masks are required, and we are requiring pre-registration so we can maintain social distancing. You may pre-register in person at the Community Center or contact us at 562-383-4200, Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Community Class Feature: TAI CHI CHUAN: This class includes eight treasures and 24 form. Movements are low impact with high health benefits. Slow movements and slow breathing help to develop balance, flexibility and stamina, while reducing stress. 4 week class, April 10th-May 1st on Saturdays, 10:30am-12pm at the La Habra Community Center. Fee: $31 HOW TO REGISTER: In-person or over the phone (562) 383-4200, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Online: https://apm.activecommunities.com/cityoflahabra

Community Class Feature: INTRO TO HAND LETTERING & CALLIGRAPHY: This class will teach participants hand lettering and calligraphy. You'll be able to use these skills for sign-making, addressing envelopes, scrapbooking, embossing and more! 4 week class, April 8th-29th on Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. at the La Habra Community Center. Fee: $50 and includes supplies! HOW TO REGISTER: In-person or over the phone (562) 383-4200, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Online: https://apm.activecommunities.com/cityoflahabra

Happy 1st day of April! While it may be April Fools day, it is no joke that we are so excited to be able to offer Community Classes again! Take a look at the classes that will begin this month! We hope to offer even more classes in May! HOW TO REGISTER: In-person or over the phone (562) 383-4200, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Online: https://apm.activecommunities.com/cityoflahabra WE WANT TO KNOW: What kind of classes would you like to see offered? Post your ideas in the comment section!

Clinic 360 is offering free COVID-19 testing on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., in the southeast corner of the Community Center parking lot, 101 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra 90631. In order to be tested, participants must bring a valid form of identification. Results are available within 48 hours by text or email. If the test is positive, telehealth is available. For more information and to register, visit 360clinicmd.com. Walk-ups are also welcome.

There are still spots available for donors at our blood drive on Tuesday, April 30th, from 1:00-7:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall, 209 N. Orange St., La Habra 90631. All donors and staff will be screened before entering the blood drive. Please schedule an appointment so that we can socially distance donors. You may make an appointment by visiting www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code CITYLAHABRA or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.

The La Habra Spring COVID Friendly Eggstravaganza is now full. Thanks to all who signed up! We can't wait to see you on Saturday, April 3rd!!!

The #LaHabraRaces registration deadline has been extended to Friday, March 26th at 3:00 p.m. How To Register: IN PERSON at the La Habra Community Center, BY PHONE: 562-383-4200, ONLINE: https://apm.activecommunities.com/ci/Activity_Search/12927

Seniors, you're invited to our first Coffee Cafe & Senior Movie on Tuesday, March 30th, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. We will screen two movies. The first, "News of the World" will be shown at 10:00 a.m. It stars Tom Hanks and tells the story of a Civil War veteran who earns his living reading news to people in North Texas, and who finds a little girl who was captured by Kiowa Indians that he decides to deliver to her aunt and uncle after her Kiowa family is killed. The journey turns ...out to be a dangerous one. (PG-13, Drama). The second, "The Lady in the Van", which will be shown at 1:00 pm., is based on a true story by British playwright Alan Bennet, about an eccentric elderly homeless woman (Maggie Smith) of uncertain origin, who "temporarily" parks her van in his London driveway, and proceeds to live there for the next 15 years. (PG-13, Comedy/Drama). Free popcorn will be served doing the movies. Masks are required, and we are requiring pre-registration so we can maintain social distancing. You may pre-register in person at the Community Center or contact us at 562-383-4200, Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

We are so excited that the Sierra Vista Elementary 6th graders will be participating in the #LaHabraRaces and running the 5K! ONE MORE DAY to register for the ...VIRTUAL run... which means you have anytime between March 27th thru April 3rd to walk, jog or run the 3.1 miles. Registration is $10 per person. Don't miss out on the chance to take home this one of a kind medal! How To Register: IN PERSON at the La Habra Community Center, BY PHONE: 562-383-4200, ONLINE: http://apm.activecommunities.com/.../Activity_Search/12927 Stay tuned to our next post for ideas on routes to complete your 5k!

The winners have been announced for this year's Light Up the Season winter holiday decorating contest! Winners will be recognized at the December 21st City Council meeting. Stay safe and enjoy the season with a drive to look at all the lights! With that in mind, here are the both the winner's addresses, as well as the addresses of those nominated: Winners: 1100 Circle Dr. 941 Kirby Dr. 900 W. La Serna Ave.... 201 W. La Habra Blvd. Nominations: 320 N. Dexford 201 Grace Ave. 550 N. Fonda St. 901 Shelburne St. 631 Orchard Pl. 960 Kirkland 311 Gwynwood Ave. 731 W. Wedgewood Ln. 1351 Walnut St. 440 Gwynwood Ave. 151 Parkwood Ave. 104 Villa Rita Dr. 511 El Rancho Dr. 501 Lemon St. 315 Second St. 2210 Brandford Ln. 2210 Winbleton Ln. 520 Kern St. 280 Oakland Dr. 201 Oakland Dr.

It's not too late to nominate your or another's home for our annual Light Up the Season winter holiday home decorating contest. Submit a photo and the address of the home you are nominating to Andrea Lira at [email protected]. Please note that the nomination deadline has been moved up to 5:00 pm on Wednesday, December 16th so that winners can receive their awards at the City Council meeting on Monday, December 21st. Judging will take place beginning on December 16th, so please be sure that your lights are on from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact the Community Center at 562-383-4300.

There are still spots available for blood donors at our Wednesday, December 9th Red Cross blood drive. It will be held at Veteran's Memorial Hall, 209 N. Orange St., La Habra 90631, 1-7 pm. You must pre-register by visiting www.redcrossblood.org. All necessary COVID-19 protocols are observed at these blood donations events.

The La Habra CARES Ambassador program continues to reach out to the local business community to assist with issues related to the Corona virus, the Safer at Home Order, and the State Tier System for Reopening. This morning Police Chief Jerry Price was our ambassador, with visits to Trader Joe's, Burlington, CVS, Firestone and Home Depot. We are recruiting exceptional volunteers who are willing to generously offer their time, talents and energy to assist our Community as we maneuver through this pandemic. Please contact the Community Center at 562-383-4200 if you are interested in being part of the program.

It's time to Light Up the Season by decorating the outside of your home for the winter holidays! Nominations are due by 5 pm on Friday, December 18th. Please submit the address and a photo of the home that you are nominating to [email protected]. Judging will take place the week of December 21st, so be sure your lights are on between 6 and 8 pm. Award winners will receive a yard sign, a certificate signed by the Mayor, and an ornament during the week of December 21st. Unfortunately, due to social distancing, winners will not be able to be present at a City Council meeting. For more information, please contact the Community Center at 562-383-4217.

Happy Thanksgiving, La Habra! There are still a few days left to order your holiday tamales from the La Habra Tamale Festival 2020. We have two vendors to choos...e from, Me Gusta Gourmet Tamales, with 7 flavors including beef, chicken, pork, chile cheese, sweet corn, pineapple or veggie; and Northgate Market, with 6 choices that include beef, chicken, pork, cheese, corn and chocolate. Choose between hot or frozen tamales. Northgate also has a beverage menu that includes hot drinks and aguas frescas. Tamale pickup will be on Sunday, 11/29, 12-6 pm, in the Community Center Parking lot. Order online at www.lahabratamalefestival.com See more