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Attention all youths---Enter the Get To Know Contest, which has recently launched in the U.S for the first time, and is currently accepting applications. This is an invitiation for the youth (age 18 and younger) to go outside (or a zoo, aquarium, or museum) to "get to know" their wild neighbors, and then to share their experience with the world by creating an original work of art, photography, or writing and then entering their creation in the contest. Hundreds of thousands of youth have already submitted entries crafted from moments of inspiration spent in nature. All submissions must be postmarked no later than November 30, 2009. For more information and contest rules, go to the link below.
Get To Know Contest
Knott's Berry Farm continues it's tradition of honoring the brave mena dn women who have served in the U.S military, both past and present, with free admission during its 20th annual "Veteran's Tribute." The free-admission offer applies to all U.S veterans and active military personnel and their spouse(or one guest). Up to six additional tickets may be purchases at the ticket booth for only $15 each. This offer starts November 1st and end November 26th. for more details call (714)220-5200.
Attend the "Honor A Hero, Hire A Vet" Job and Resource Fair at Los Angeles Airport Marriott. The job fair will provide entry, middle, and upper level career opportunities, and open employment and education avenues for veterans. On Tuesday, November 10th at 10:00am. For details call (310)680-3820.
Through song and dance enjoy "Pachamanca" at the Los Angeles Theatre Center. Where a group of traveling players take you on a journey as they champion mother earth and the Native American experience. Performances begin November 12th thru the 15th. For details call and ticket information call (213)489-0994.
PachamancaCommemorate Veterans at "Veterans Day Ceremony" at Holloway Park in West Hollywood. Rededicate the Veteran's Memorial on Wednesday, November 11th at 11:00am. For details call (323)848-6377.
Visit the many museums that reside in Downtown Los Angeles, at the "Downtown Art Walk" exhibition, it includes art galleries, public museums and grassroots art venues. Taking place on Saturday, November 12th at 12:00pm. For details call (213)624-6212.
Downtown Art WalkLearn about the world of Mexican toys as one of the ingenuity and color at the "Mexico: Festival of Toys" at the Discovery Science Center in Santa Ana. This exhibition includes several play stations for children to interact and play with replicas of the toys in the exhibit. This exhibit runs through January 3rd. For information call (714)542-2823.
Mexico: Festival of Toys
Homeowners attend this free and confidential "Foreclosure Prevention Fair" at Panorama City High School. Learn about credit recovery, budgeting, loan modification, and more. Home owners are encouraged to take their mortgage statement, last four pay stubs, and monthly budget to benefit from the counseling available. Fair takes place on Saturday, November 14th at 9:00am. For details call (213)381-2862.
Support the fight against ovarian cancer and join the 5th Annual "Run For Her" 5k Run and Friendship Walk at Pan Pacific Park in L.A. Raise awareness on Sunday, November 15th at 9:30am. For details call (310)423-4586.
Run For Her
Support Peppermint Ridge by joining their "4th Annual Love Walk" in the City of Corona. There will be fun activities and entertainment for the whole family as you support this great event. Peppermint Ridge is a non-profit organization that provides homes and support services aimed toward supplying each resident with greater independence and participation in their community. On Saturday, November 14th at 9:30am. For details call (951)273-7320.
4th Annual Love Walk
Watch our ''Heal the Bay'' special and find out how you can help keep our oceans healthy and blue! More
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