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Visit Anaheim (formerly known as the Anaheim/OC Visitor & Convention Bureau – is set to air it’s first-ever broadcast television commercial, promoting Anaheim nationwide as a destination: The vibrant, fast-paced 30-second commercial dares viewers to imagine what they can do while visiting Anaheim. The commercial is set to air nationally on NBC Sports Network (NBCSN) during the 2015 National Pro Grid ...

Fest of Ales is back this September 19! The Fest of Ales is located in the heart of Downtown Anaheim and boasts over 35 craft breweries, food pairings, live music, and games.  The fun includes a home brew competition, unlimited craft beer tastes, unlimited gourmet food tastings, and one lucky brewery will be awarded the Mayor’s Trophy. Partial proceeds from this ...

From the City of Anaheim: Anaheim Cooling Centers Offer Relief from the Heat ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 12, 2015) With this weekend’s high-heat advisory, the City of Anaheim is reminding the community of its 10 cooling centers to help residents beat the heat in the coming days. Please call the location nearest you for hours of operation. Brookhurst Community Center, 2271 ...

  Anaheim Councilman Jordan Brandman will kick-off his campaign for the 46th Congressional District next week. When:  Monday, August 10, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Where: The Sheraton Park Hotel, 1855 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim Brandman, a Democrat, is squaring off against former state Senator Lou Correa, also a Democrat. CD46 is open because the long-time incumbent, Rep. Loretta Sanchez, is ...

From the City of Anaheim: Free Summer Concerts at Pearson Park ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 4, 2015) – Two free concerts will be held at the Pearson Park Amphitheatre this month, featuring music the entire family will enjoy. All are welcome to attend the free shows, including free parking. Saturday, August 8 – an Elton John Tribute Band starring Kenny Metcalf ...

From the City of Anaheim: Advisory — Phone Scam Seeking Donations for Anaheim Public Library ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 1, 2015) Recently, there have been multiple incidents reported of solicitation calls fraudulently seeking donations on behalf of the City of Anaheim Public Library. Please be advised the City of Anaheim Public Library is NOT soliciting phone donations. The Anaheim Police Department ...

Although not-Anaheim specific, the drought affects Anaheim as much as anyplace else, and so we share with our readers this editorial submission from Mr. John W. Spring of Anaheim: A Potentially Destructive Duo: El Niño + Artificial Turf John W. Spring State and local officials have encouraged taking drastic measures to save water, but there are potential and negative consequences ...

From the City of Anaheim: ANAHEIM PUBLIC UTILITIES HOSTS THE 2015 SAVE WATER EXPO ANAHEIM, CA –Anaheim Public Utilities invites the community to learn more about saving water at the 2015 Save Water Expo. The event will be held on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at ARTIC, the new transportation hub located at 2626 E. Katella ...

From the City of Anaheim: RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO HELP DESIGN DISTRICT SHAPES ANAHEIM, CA – (May 28, 2015) – Community meetings are being held to gather comments and ideas for drawing district boundaries. The Advisory Committee on Electoral Districts is reaching out to residents by meeting on various evenings and in neighborhood communities, as well as City Hall. The next ...

Celebrate 20 years of the “Taste of Anaheim” with us today, May 7th at the Anaheim GardenWalk, beginning at 5:30 p.m. – with nearly 40 restaurants confirmed, and three fabulous bands ready to keep you rocking.  Pre-sale tickets can be purchased for $40 up until 4:00 p.m. today; tickets bought at the door are $45.  Children under 5 are FREE. Join us ...