A Halloween costume party, sponsored by the city of Anaheim’s Older Adult Program, is planned for Oct. 27 at the East Anaheim Gymnasium. All active older adults are invited to join in this fun activity.
The 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. event will feature a costume contest with prizes and a free lunch.
There is no charge to attend. Those interested should RSVP by Oct. 21 by calling 714-765-3907.
The Older Adult Program is also hosting a social dance on Nov. 14 at the East Anaheim Gymnasium.
All active older adults are invited to the 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. event and dance to DJ music from the 50s through the 90s.
Light refreshments will be provided. Cost to attend is $10 per person and advance registration is required. Couples, singles and groups are welcome. Remember to wear rubber-sole shoes only.
Call 714-765-3907 or 714-765-3912 to RSVP.
Canyon Hills Presbyterian has harvest fun planned
Children’s Ministries at Canyon Hills Presbyterian Church will host a Youth Group Car Rally and Harvest Festival Oct. 25, and the community is invited to attend.
Planned activities include pumpkin carving, a chili cook-off, games and candy kicking off in the church Fellowship Hall at 5 p.m.
A car rally/scavenger hunt begins shortly after, with teams driving around completing a list of specific fun tasks. Eating chili follows with prizes awarded to the winning teams.
For additional information, email office@canyonhillspc.org or call 714-637-7660. There is no charge to attend.
Canyon Hills Library has spooky fun planned
Canyon Hills Library will host Canyon Halloween Crafts from 4 to 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 23 and 30 and kids ages 5-12 are invited to participate.
Kids will have the opportunity to make an “Over the Garden Wall” pumpkin decoration on Oct. 23 and a “Soot Sprite” glitter jar on Oct. 30.
There is no charge to participate.
Also, a special Halloween storytime with author Suzanne Lang is planned from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Oct. 27 at the branch. Kids and families are invited.
This event features Lang’s popular “Grumpy Monkey” book series and the reading of her new book, “Dragon Dog.” A book signing, treats and a spooky craft will follow. Books will also be available for purchase that day.
Friends of Canyon Hills Library is sponsoring this special storytime program.
For additional information on either activity, call 714-765-6444.
Native Art and Acorn Festival planned
Oak Canyon Nature Center, in collaboration with the Anaheim Public Library, is inviting the community to a Native Art and Acorn Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 14 at the nature center.
This special family-friendly cultural celebration will feature food, live performances, free books and an exciting showcase of art of Indigenous people. Visit and enjoy Native American heritage while learning about traditional rituals during the cultural, educational and acorn-inspired festivities.
Registration is open at Anaheim.net/play. There is no cost to attend.
East Anaheim Library has Halloween fun planned
The East Anaheim Branch Library will feature some special Halloween programs, including a family at class for ages 5 and older at 2 p.m. Sunday at the branch.
Visit and join artist Marsha Judd for a family centered art class featuring mock stained glass Halloween lanterns. There is no cost to attend.
Then on Oct. 29, kids are invited to dress up as their favorite literary character and join Miss Lisa for a Not-so-Spooky Halloween Storytime at 11 a.m.
Contact the library at 714-765-3887 for more information.
Shop books to help the library
The Friends of Canyon Hills Library have scheduled its next fundraising book sale for Oct. 19 and 20.
A great selection of non-fiction, fiction, and special interest used books will be available, all at bargain prices. Be sure to check out the collectable items also available that day.
Remember, all proceeds enable the nonprofit Friends group to provide a variety of services and programs at the Canyon Hills branch for the community.
The sale will be in the library’s multi-purpose room from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. each day. Call the branch at 714-765-6444 for more info.
Sharon Hlapcich writes about events and happenings in the Anaheim Hills area. Reach her by phone (714-998-4604 or e-mail (smhlapcich@sbcglobal.net).