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Downtown Anaheim Community Center/The Center Gallery

Community Center ; Festivals ; Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Special Events ; Visual Art

The Downtown Anaheim Community Center is conveniently located in central Anaheim. Completed in the fall of 1998, this unique craftsman style facility hosts equally unique activities for diverse generations, cultures, and interest. The Community Center's Assembly Hall spans over 4,200 square feet with beautiful hard wood floors and an over 12-foot high ceiling offering an attractive space for wedding receptions, birthday celebrations, anniversaries, and so much more. Our beautifully landscaped patio can be dressed up with cocktail tables and used to host guests before or during your special event. The 28,000 square-foot facility contains a Senior Activity Center as well as a Human Services Component. Lastly, the community center also houses an art gallery, various meeting rooms, and a 4,000 square foot assembly hall with an adjoining courtyard. The Center Gallery The Gallery provides natural, yet indirect lighting for superior viewing of art. The Gallery accommodates rotating art exhibits produced in a variety of media. For more information, please contact the Cultural Arts Section at 714-765-4422.

Downtown Disney District

Business/Company ; Festivals ; Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Music ; Nightclub ; Phased Re-Opening ; Restaurant/Cafe ; Shopping District

Make way for more magic with unique eateries, upscale shops and exciting entertainment for Guests of all ages!

Downtown Recreation Center

Classes & Workshops - Adults ; Classes & Workshops - Kids ; Community Center ; Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Special Events

The Downtown Recreation Center is home to adult and youth open gym, gymnastic classes, teen program, and BeFit Basketball and Cheer practices. At this time, the Downtown Recreation Center is only open for registration and contract classes.

Drew Park

Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

Richard Drew Park is located in Huntington Beach and is a neighborhood park. Child sand area with play equipment, open play area, picnic facilities, sand and turf volleyball courts, and half-court basketball. Fun Facts Drew Park was named after Richard Drew, who served on the Board of Trustees from 1918 to 1926, he served as president which is equivalent to Mayor The park was sometimes referred to as Summerfield Park This park was dedicated on March 27, 1982 Date of development was in 1981 Architect - Cordoza DiLallo Associates, Inc

Eader Park

Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

John H. Eader Park is located in Huntington Beach and is a neighborhood park. Located next to Banning Library, playground, swing set, and street parking. Fun Facts This park was named after adjacent Huntington Beach City School District school, John H. Eader Elementary School This park was developed on November 10, 1970 Architect - Richard A. Bigler

East Bluff Park & Boys and Girls Club

Classes & Workshops - Kids ; Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

Located in the heart of Eastbluff, the Boys & Girls Club of Newport Beach has been an essential part of the neighborhood since 1971. The Club serves children in 1st through 8th grades with a holistic approach to youth development cultivating skills that enable them to reach their greatest potential. Club members participate in the Impact Model—a structured daily rotation of academic reinforcement, physical fitness and social recreation, and enrichment opportunities designed to help them reach their full potential. Through this strategy, the Club ensures every member is provided a support system through meaningful relationships while serving the whole child and the whole family. Boys & Girls Club of Newport Beach primarily serves students from Eastbluff Elementary School and Corona Del Mar Middle School. Current and Past member special rate of $225/month is available through November 2021. Click the button below to take a look at our expanded Fall Enrichment Program flyer.

Eastgate Park

Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space ; Science & Nature

Eastgate Park features a play area, reservable picnic area, restrooms, basketball courts and a pool facility.

Edison Park

Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

Edison Park was named after adjacent Huntington Beach Union High School District school, Edison High School The City of Huntington Beach transformed Edison Park from a landfill into a serene recreational area This park was dedicated on April 8, 1974 Date of development was February 1974 Architect - Richard Bigler and Associates

Edison Park & Gardens

Classes & Workshops - Adults ; Classes & Workshops - Kids ; Community Center ; Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space ; Sports

Edison Park & Gardens offers: Basketball Courts Classes Community garden Picnic Tables Reservable Areas Soccer Fields Softball Fields Tot Lot Volleyball Courts

Edison Recreation Center

Classes & Workshops - Adults ; Classes & Workshops - Kids ; Community Center ; Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space ; Special Events ; Sports

Edison Recreation Center located in the City of Huntington Beach. "Edison Rec HB" is the place to be for 200+ quality recreation classes and activities for adult, teen, youth, and preschool ages including: Zumba, Tennis, Karate, Fitness classes, Boot camps, Ballet, Gymnastics, Pilates, Guitar, Yoga, Baby Classes, Dog Training, Tot Classes, Tai Chi, Cooking, Preschool program, Surfing Lessons, Volleyball, Basketball, Football, Softball, Dance, Summer Camps, Skating. Come play basketball, tennis, racquetball, or handball on our courts, which are lighted until 10:00 pm every night. Activities building, lighted softball fields, basketball, tennis, racquetball, and handball courts, and open play jungle gym. Rental Facilities Available Fun Facts The park was named after adjacent Huntington Beach Union High School District school, Edison High School The City of Huntington Beach transformed Edison Park from a landfill into a serene recreational area This park was dedicated on April 8, 1974 Date of development was February 1974 Architect - Richard Bigler and Associates

Ehlers Event Center

Community Center ; Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Special Events ; Theater

The mission of the Buena Park's Cultural and Fine Arts Division is to promote, encourage, and endorse cultural and fine arts activities in the City of Buena Park. Along with the Fine Arts Commission, the Division is dedicated to keeping programming innovative and fresh. At this location many programs and events take place to enhance this mission. Amenities: Community Buildings Restrooms Senior Citizens' Center Shuffleboard Banquet Facilities Veterans Monument Regular City programs that take place here include Candy Caneland & Craft Faire, Civic Theatre, Autumn Nights, Jazz Under the Stars, and a number of Senior Citizen's events including Super Senior Saturday.

El Centro Cultural de México

Classes & Workshops - Adults ; Classes & Workshops - Kids ; Community Center ; History & Heritage ; Kids & Families ; Music ; Visual Art

El Centro Cultural de Mexico is an alternative space in Santa Ana where the community can find cultural, educational, and artistic activities that strengthen their identities, nurture their talents and develop a sense of leadership in their community.

El Rancho Verde Park

Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

El Rancho Verde Park El Rancho Verde Park is located along the Edison Right of Way, near Moody Street. The Park amenities include: Playground Picnic tables Please note, there are no restrooms or dedicated parking spaces at this site. On-street parking is available in the adjacent neighborhood.

Ellis Park

Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

Ellis Park offers: Basketball Court Benches Climbing Unit Drinking Fountain Patio Picnic Tables Sandpit Swings Tennis Court Volleyball

Environmental Nature Center

Classes & Workshops - Kids ; Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Museum ; Outdoor Stage/Amphitheatre ; Park/Garden/Open Space ; Science & Nature

Founded in 1972, the Environmental Nature Center, known simply to thousands of visiting students through the years as “The ENC”, is a fascinating combination of 15 California native plant communities (ranging from desert, to oak woodland, to fresh water marsh, to redwood forest); wildlife habitats; walking trails; and sustainably designed, LEED Platinum certified learning center. For over four decades the ENC has been shaped and caressed into a 5 acre landscape for learning, a sanctuary from life’s pressures and a place of preservation and instruction. Serving over 28,000 students and thousands of visitors annually, the ENC is recognized as a leader in science and social science education providing opportunities for increasing our community’s knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the natural world. The ENC is a non-profit 501(c)-3 public benefit corporation.

Estancia Park

Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space ; Science & Nature

Estancia Park is named for Estancia (Spanish for “cattle ranch”) Adobe, also known today as the Diego Sepulveda Adobe. The original Adobe was built on the site in 1820, and a restoration of this building is currently located in the park. Dedicated September 23, 1963. Acreage: 210 Shelters: 1 Restroom: 1 Picnic Tables: 6 Drinking Fountains: 3

Eucalyptus Park

Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

Eucalyptus Park is a 2.5 acre public park with picnic tables, playground, basketball courts, and bar-b-ques. No restroom.

Farquhar Park

Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

Farquhar Park is named after one of Huntington Beach’s well-remembered citizens James S. Farquhar. Farquhar was the publisher for Huntington Beach news for 43 years as well as an outstanding citizen who had taken part in business, political, social, church and public interests of the city. Farquhar Park is directly across the street from Lake Park, and is often confused for being the same park. Local residents use this piece of land for its open play area and picnic facilities. > Fun Facts Farquhar Park was once called Circle Park because it was surrounded by streets giving it a circular shape In 1967, the land adjacent to Circle Park, which was separated by a street, was covered with clean fill thereby connecting the two parcels and creating one large park The land used to be an open dirt area used by the Boys and Girl Scouts for camping - Camping is no longer available This park was dedicated on May 22, 1970 Circle Park and Farquhar Plaza were joined together on November 20, 1967 Architect - Richard Bigler and Associates

Finley Park

Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

Residential park, no parking lot, large grass area, older trees, and park bench. Finley Park is located in Huntington Beach and is a mini park. Fun Facts Finley Park was named after Ruth Finley who was Mayor of the City of Huntington Beach in 1981 She was also a Councilmember from 1979-1988

Florence Joyner Olympiad Park

Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space ; Science & Nature ; Sports

19.91 Acres, 1 Baseball Field, 2 Soccer/Football Fields, Playground (2-5 yrs), Playground (5-12 yrs), Restrooms, Picnic Structure, 25 Picnic Tables, 4 BBQ, Walking Trail

Franklin Park

Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

Franklin Park is located in Huntington Beach and is a neighborhood park. Fun Facts This park was dedicated on April 8, 1972 Franklin Park was formally known as Springdale Park Date of development was July 1971 Architect - Cornell Bridgers and Troller

French Park

Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space

French Park is located in Huntington Beach at Huntington Harbour and is a mini park. Fun Facts French Park was named after E. E. French who was a Mayor with the City of Huntington Beach from 1918 to 1919 This park was dedicated on April 2, 1979 Architect - Roger DeWeese and Associates

Fullerton Arboretum

Classes & Workshops - Adults ; Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Museum ; Outdoor Stage/Amphitheatre ; Park/Garden/Open Space ; Science & Nature ; Special Events

The Fullerton Arboretum is a passport to the world of plants without having to go far from home. Inhale the fragrances of the Mediterranean, feel the cool shade of the redwood forest, delight in the glorious fall color of the northeastern United States, hear the rustle of the palm trees, take a break in a desert oasis, laugh at the funny forms of succulents and breathe in the perfume of old fashioned roses. This collection of more than 4,000 plants, on 26 acres, is important for other reasons as well, it helps society understand the diversity of the world's plant life and the importance of protecting the earth's plant treasures. Available for special event rentals outdoors and inside historic buildings.

Fullerton Sports Complex

Free Events ; Kids & Families ; Park/Garden/Open Space ; Science & Nature ; Sports

Fullerton Sports Complex is the largest park designed for sports use in the city. The park provides ample onsite parking, a large playground, restroom facilities, a snack bar and three baseball fields complete with backstops, lighting and bleacher seating. In addition, two soccer fields are seasonally available. The park also serves as an access to the Lost Trail that runs through the Brea Dam Recreational Area, and connects with other city trails.

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