Hawthorne Happenings
News for the City of Good Neighbors from City Clerk Norb Huber
TASTE OF HAWTHORNE THIS SUNDAY – May 19What is planned to be one of the biggest events in Hawthorne all year is coming up this Sunday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. as the Hawthorne Economic Development Board sponsors the first annual TASTE of Hawthorne at the Hawthorne Airport. Food, food and more food will be offered by the many vendors who are planning on tempting you to indulge. There will be both a beer garden and a wine garden to partake of. Great music and family friendly activities are all planned for this fun-filled event. Parking will be available at various locations around the site and at the light-rail parking lot with free shuttle service provided. You can get more information concerning the TASTE at tasteofhawthorne.com. Hope to see you there.
Police and Fireman of the Year Awards Luncheon – May 22
A limited number of seats are still available for the annual Police Officer & Firefighter of the Years Awards Luncheon, May 22nd, at noon at the Hawthorne Memorial Center. Jointly presented annually by the Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs of Hawthorne. Admission is just $25 per person. Contact Rotary :President Tom Quintana for reservations at 310-666-2394. Deadline is Monday, May20th
Community K9 Dinner – May 23
The 32nd annual Community BBQ Dinner will be held on Thursday, May 23 with dinners being served from 5 to 6:45 p.m. There is always a raffle held and the Hawthorne Police dogs put on a show for all in attendance. The $5 price for a good meal has not changed in the 33 years of the event. Children under 12 years of age eat for $2.50. Bring your family and help support your city.
Service Provider Resource Fair and Earth Day Festival – June 1
This annual event is free to the public and will be held at the Memorial Park on Saturday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature various service provider booths, emergency preparedness information and promotional giveaways as well as a special focus on environmental sustainability. There will be food and refreshments.
Historical Society Meeting – Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m.
There will be an open meeting of the Hawthorne Historical Society on Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m. at the Hawthorne Museum. The public is welcome.
Upcoming Events
Historical Society Open Meeting – Thursday, May 16 – 7 p.m.
Taste of Hawthorne – Sunday, May 19 – Hawthorne Airport
Rotary/Kiwanis Club Luncheon honoring Police and Firemen of the Year – Wed. May 22
Presidents’ Council K-9 Community Dinner – May 23 – 5 p.m. Memorial Center
Service Providers Fair – Saturday, June 1 – Memorial Park
Good Neighbors Day – Saturday, July 20 - Civic Center
Comments or Questions
If you would like to contact me regarding this column or anything to do with the City of Hawthorne, please email me at norbhuber@gmail.com