The city of Anaheim and the California’s Insurance Commissioner’s Office are hosting a virtual town hall for Anaheim Hills residents on Aug. 28.
The purpose is to address two critical issues: current state-level reforms relating to changes within the fire and home insurance market, as well as family emergency preparedness.
California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara will give an overview of the latest statewide reform efforts he is leading pertaining to a challenging home insurance crisis of canceled policies or costly premiums for higher wildfire danger areas like Anaheim Hills.
Additionally, District 6 City Councilmember Natalie Meeks and Anaheim Fire and Rescue Chief Pat Russell will provide insights for the best ways to prepare for risk of fire and other emergencies.
Those wishing to attend this important online meeting, which will be 5 to 6 p.m., should register at Bit.ly/4d8iuYD. For additional information or questions contact Anaheim Chief Communications Officer Mike Lyster at 714-765-4497.
Learn about policing center plan
The Anaheim Police Department will soon launch a Real Time Crime Center in Anaheim Hills and all residents are invited to attend a special presentation from Anaheim Police Chief Rick Armendariz at 7 p.m. on Sept. 4 at the Anaheim Hills Golf Course.
This meeting, sponsored by the Anaheim Police Department Foundation, is an opportunity to learn how this new state-of-the-art technology will not only revolutionize policing, but make Anaheim Hills a safer community.
The new program will utilize cameras, license plate readers and drones to elevate safety for both homeowners and businesses and is expected to become operational by year’s end.
Attend the meeting and learn more about the benefits that the Real Time Crime Center will bring to the Hills community. For additional information, email Joe Reiss at [email protected] or call 714-497-6428.
Explore and celebrate Polish culture and traditions
Mark your calendar for the 45th annual Dozynki Harvest Festival planned next month.
This special event at the Pope John Paul II Polish Center is an opportunity to taste traditional Polish foods, including freshly prepared stuffed cabbage, traditional pierogi, authentic Polska kielbasa and Polish beer.
Enjoy performances featuring Polish folk dancers in traditional costumes, as well as special concerts by the MEGITZA, a high-energy band from Poland, and Mietek Szczesniak, who is a critically acclaimed singer and recording artist in Poland.
Famous Polish lacemakers from Koniakow will also be in attendance displaying their fashion collection and a giant lace dolly that currently holds the Guinness World Record title. Other activities include games for kids and a raffle.
The Polish Center is at 3999 Rose Drive, Yorba Linda. The festival hours will be noon to 10 p.m. on Sept. 21 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept. 22.
For additional information visit www.polishcenter.org or call 714-996-8161.
Enjoy some good times with the Women’s Connection
Members of the Anaheim, Orange and Villa Park Women’s Connection have selected a “Let the Good Times Roll” theme for their Sept. 9 luncheon at the Black Gold Golf Club. And all women in the community are invited.
Guests are encouraged to dress in a style from a favorite decade and be part of a fun “Fashions thru the Decades” fashion show. Guest speaker Shirley Smith will be sharing her thoughts on “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Decision Making.”
Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for shopping with onsite vendors, luncheon and program follow at 11:30 a.m. and the day concludes at 1:30 p.m. Cost to attend is $32 per person. Call Barbi Zipperian at 714-280-9062 by the Aug. 26 to reserve a spot.
Help new Marine parents get a start
Patriots 4 Pendleton, a nonprofit organization supporting the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit at Camp Pendleton, is sponsoring a baby basket drive for donations of essential baby items.
Basic items such as diapers, receiving blankets, hooded bath towels, and pajamas are needed for gift baskets being assembled for the newborns of Marines stationed at Camp Pendleton.
For additional information, to make a monetary or gift item donation, contact the organization at [email protected] or call Carolyn Walters at 714-637-5575.
Shop books, help the library
A flash book sale, sponsored by the Friends of Canyon Hills Library, is scheduled from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Aug. 27 and 28 at the branch.
Choose from a wide selection of books that will be offered at bargain prices and help the Friends group fund various programs that benefit the community.
For additional information, contact the library at 714-765-6444.
Sharon Hlapcich writes about events and happenings in the Anaheim Hills area. Reach her by phone (714-998-4604 or e-mail ([email protected]).
