| September 7, 2017 |
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Volume 5 Issue 22 |
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| Orange International Street Fair |
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Supervisor Spitzer joins OISF Coordinator Brian Lochrie, Boy Scout Troop 241 and Scoutmaster Jim Shoffitt near the Drowning Prevention Task Force booth at the International Street Fair. |
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Supervisor Spitzer's booth's theme was Drowning Prevention to encourage water safety. |
The annual Orange International Street Fair (OISF) kicked off Labor Day weekend in the tradition of global fun. Supervisor Todd Spitzer spoke at the opening ceremony to congratulate the OISF for holding the event for the 45th time. He emphasized the importance of the community's support of the Orange County firefighters who were sent to assist with search and rescue efforts after Hurricane Harvey.
Supervisor Spitzer had a booth at the fair to promote drowning prevention and County Government services. Visitors who stopped by were given Water-Watcher badges to clearly provide a designated water-watcher. They also had the chance to win prizes like rubber ducks that remind users to “Never Swim Alone” by answering drowning and water safety trivia questions.
The Street Fair is a fun, free event in Orange that takes visitors on a culinary trip around the world. Walking from one street to another, visitors pass vendors selling authentic foods from around the world. Smoke from the barbeques and the popping from grills enticed guests with delicious food from the European continent, Asian-inspired plates, to Pacific Island menu specials. Food ranged from the commonplace to the bizarre, while live music from stages across the fair featured Spanish-language rock-n-roll, authentic Irish jigs, and African drum beats. The fair also featured booths with one-of-a kind souvenirs and products to buy.
Supervisor Spitzer was joined at the opening ceremony by, Orange Mayor Tita Smith, Mayor Pro-Tem Mark Murphy, Orange City Council Members Fred Whitaker, Mike Alvarez, and Kim Nichols, and Miss Orange 2017 Katie Wayland, and Boy Scout Troop 241 with Scoutmaster Jim Shoffitt. |
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| Drowning Prevention Task Force Mock Drowning |
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Supervisor Spitzer holds a water-watcher tag at the Drowning Prevention Task Force end-of-summer press conference to promote water safety. |
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Just a few weeks ago, Orange County firefighters responded to 7 drowning-related calls in 24 hours. This unbelievable, but sad truth, is why Supervisor Todd Spitzer is so committed to preventing drownings in Orange County.
He joined members of the Drowning Prevention Task Force and drowning prevention advocates at the Woollett Aquatics Center in Irvine for a press conference on the dangers of swimming alone and to stage an educational mock drowning.
Drowning can happen in seconds, so education is vital to helping end drownings in Orange County. The mock drowning is an important demonstration of just how quickly a swim alone can turn into a tragedy. Please note that our demonstration was staged by Orange County Fire Authority.
It is always important to be diligent about water safety. Always watch your children around water, designate a water-watcher at group events and think twice – bring a buddy and never swim alone.
Thanks to Tustin Mayor Pro-Tem Al Murray, Julie Lopiccolo of the Jasper Ray Foundation for Drowning Prevention and Child Safety, Irvine Mayor Don Wagner, Irvine Mayor Pro-Tem Lynn Schott, Irvine City Council Member Melissa Fox, Lauren Johnson-Norris, and Orange County Fire Authority for their continued support of this necessary cause. |
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| Eco Challenge Poster Contest |
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Maxwell's poster included his character, Green Boy, and his many eco adventures. |
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Congratulations to Maxwell Ngo, age 9, from Tustin, for being named the Third District Winner for the annual Orange County Waste and Recycling Eco Challenge Poster Contest!
Maxwell was one of five winners, one from each Orange County supervisorial district, who were chosen out of 500 submissions. Students ages 8-14 submitted their poster drawings for the theme “Battling for a Green Planet” to promote environmentally friendly activities.
Maxwell and the other winners will be honored at a ceremony on-field at Angel Stadium on September 15th. |
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| Upcoming Event: OCFA 9/11 Memorial Ceremony at OCFA Headquarters |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer will be speaking at a Memorial Ceremony hosted by Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) to honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and to join our country’s men and women in uniform in solidarity. This event is open to the public, and Supervisor Spitzer encourages the public to join him and OCFA in this ceremony of persistence and reflection.
What: 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
When: September 11, 8:00 am
Where: OCFA Headquarters, 1 Fire Authority Road, Irvine |
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| Silverado Summer Concert Series: September 16, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
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| Pet of the Week |
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Click on the image above to view a PDF version. |
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| Events Around the District |
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Anaheim
Hug-a-Bye Baby Storytime
Thursday, September 14, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
400 Scout Trail, Anaheim Canyon Hills
Family Storytime
Saturday, September 16, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
East Anaheim Branch Library, 8201 East Santa Ana Canyon Road
Irvine
Orange County Great Park Famers Market
Sunday, September 10, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Orange County Great Park, 6950 Marine Way
Painting in the Abstract: Women Inspired by the Masters Exhibition Opening
Friday, September 15, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Orange County Great Park, 6950 Marine Way
Orange
Fall Used Book Sale
Saturday, September 16, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Orange Library Community Room, 407 E. Chapman Ave.
Silverado
Silverado Summer Concert Series
Saturday, September 16, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Silverado Fair Grounds, 27641 Silverado Canyon Rd.
Tustin
Tustin Community Foundation 7th Annual d’Vine Wine Affair
Sunday, September 10, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Marconi Automotive Museum, 1302 Industrial Drive
Farmer’s Market
Wednesday, September 13, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
El Camino Real & W. 3rd St.
Villa Park
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, September 12, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Villa Park Library, 17865 Santiago Blvd.
Yorba Linda
Movies in the Park: Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Friday, September 15, 8:00 PM
Hurless Barton Park, 4601 Casa Loma Ave.
For questions or comments regarding Spitzer’s E-Newsletter
please contact the Supervisor's office staff at: (714) 834-3330 or Montana.Sudul@ocgov.com
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