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Rose Park Annual Tree Trimming Event
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Thursday, December 15, 2011
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Rose Park (8th St & Orizaba Ave)
The unexpected rain storm caused us to cancel the tree lighting ceremony this year.
The event chairperson Scottie Hinkey worked all day today with her volunteers to have everything ready for the neighborhood. When the thunder started we packed it in, thinking no one would brave this kind of weather.
To those of you who came for the tree lighting and support of the RPNA we do apologize. We never saw it coming...
The RPNA Tree for Peace is lit though and will remain in the park for the season.
We hope you enjoy it!
If you notice interference with the tree this season please email info@rpna.org or call (562) 368-4877
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Renew your annual support for Rose Park and come celebrate at its annual tree trimming ceremony
Come out Thursday evening December 15th, 6:00pm-7:30pm to Rose Park for hot chocolate and carolers while we hang peace ornaments on our RP tree – a longstanding annual event. AND then, renew your support for the Rose Park Neighborhood Association – we do so much and can do that much more with your modest financial support of a $25 annual membership.
In 2011 Rose Park Neighborhood Association completed its most ambitious community organizing effort. We held a book signing, a well attended bluegrass festival, significant efforts to beautify E. 7th St and our annual restoration trade fair - we’ve done a great deal.
We successfully applied for two grants and received a major donation. From the city, on behalf of Rose Park, Craftsman Village and North Alamitos Beach, a grant for clean-up and banners along E. 7th S was granted along with a critical donation from Signal Hill Petroleum to make it happen. We also received the first time ever ‘seed monies’ from the LB Naval Memorial Foundation for CSULB scholars to establish an E. 7th St database for further historic research of this area. Look to attend a seminar this coming spring on researching your home with M. Neeley and our history scholars.
We completed a sidewalk survey, a tree well survey, an analysis of Verizon cables to establish a baseline infrastructure. We will be communicating with the city about the expected 6th St. bike route and re-paving at the western side of our neighborhood on E. 7th St. And, there are more activities in the park: yoga, qigong, dog training. For kids (of all ages), the Luther Burbank playground is open every Saturday and Sunday from 11am-4pm to stay in shape. Plus you can help tend plants at the Burbank Demonstration Gardens.
Oh yes there’s more! We have established a crime notification process with our police department; supported the birth of two informal ‘block watch’ groups (hoping more residents will come forward to expand this effort) and we have a brochure that explains the major points of living in an historic district.
We have a cool new Rose Park t-shirt! The shirt will make a great stocking stuffer which can be purchased at UPS at E. 7th and Redondo. So what’s the message? Support your neighborhood, take action, participate, and join in on our events.
For information: info@RPNA.org
Rose Park Book Signing Brunch and Community Gathering for Information on Community Watch and Neighborhood Safety
Saturday's book signing and community gathering went quite well. With a tasty brunch and two of our local authors showcasing their recent publications the morning was a wonderful success. East Division Officers provided an overview of the recent crime wave that is plaguing our neighborhood and suggested ways to fight back. We encourage everyone to report ALL suspicious activity to the Long Beach Police - no matter is too small!
Hundreds Participate at Rose Park’s 4th Annual Restoration Trade Fair
Held Sunday Sept. 25th 9:30-4pm • Luther Burbank • 4th & Junipero, Long Beach, CA
Long Beach, CA – The 4th Annual Restoration Trade Fair was a grand success, with hundreds of people coming from near and far to attend. Representing historic neighborhoods around the southland, and coming from as far away as Upland, attendees encountered a day filled with resources about neighborhood and residential preservation. Vendors and exhibitors offered garden and home solutions and artists and craftsmen demonstrated their skills.
Other highlights included music from the 20-member Union Station Band, whose Big Band sound garnered raves on Facebook, and classic movie footage of Long Beach during this year’s film festival. Adults and children took part in the communal mosaic project to create a sign that will grace the Garden of the Mind gardens at the Burbank elementary school.
The quality of the vendors this year was again stellar and included Luke Hiller of Hiller Flooring (seen this past year on the PBS show, “This Old House”) and Harold Greene of Antiques of the Future (seen on HGTV’s “Modern Masters”). Both reflected on what a great opportunity the Restoration Trade Fair was for them to meet potential customers as well as their restoration peers, and to support preservation activities here in Long Beach.
The post-event comments were wildly positive, too. Rose Park in partnership with Luther Burbank School was able to provide an educational experience that, as one attendee explained, “Provided great ideas for my place. I LOVE this event! Please keep having them.” Margaret Schulz, who demonstrated basket weaving during the day expressed, “This was just the perfect place to experience restoration and craftsmanship.”
“The Trade Fair was a success thanks to the hands-on support of our long-term sponsors,” expressed event coordinator, Gretchen Swanson, “that included Anderson Real Estate Group, Alford’s English Gardens, UPS and Cottages & Bungalows magazine. And, the event—a fundraiser for Rose Park’s restoration activities—raised over $600 from its first-ever Silent Auction alone. We are appreciative of all those who donated.”
About The Annual Restoration Trade Fair & Fundraiser
This is a great place to gather knowledge and information about home improvement, restoration and renovation. The RPNA is a 501c non-profit organization; funds are used for education and participation in Rose Park’s restoration activities.
The Trade Fair offers opportunities to meet restoration specialists and artisans. Check out the vendor and exhibitor directory at www.rpna-tradefair.org and Facebook ‘Restoration Trade Fair’.
About The Luther Burbank’s Garden of the Mind Project
The Garden of the Mind project (taking its name from Luther Burbank’s eulogy) focuses on innovation, education and community through the permanence of heritage, the wisdom of art and the science of sustainability. The Garden of the Mind plans for 2011-12 include: 1) restoration of the schools entry, façade and grounds based on the school’s historical significance to Long Beach and the philosophy and science of Luther Burbank, a world renowned botanist; 2) launching a food initiative based on fruits and vegetables that can be grown in one’s backyard; and 3) supporting expanded roles of Burbank’s parents within the neighboring community.
About The RPNA
The historic Rose Park neighborhood is located in the City of Long Beach, California and just blocks from the beautiful Pacific Ocean between Cherry Avenue and Redondo Avenue to the west and east, and Fourth Street and Tenth Street to the south and north. The icon of our neighborhood is a small historic park located on Orizaba Avenue at Eighth Street.
The Rose Park Neighborhood Association is a recognized a nonprofit volunteer organization organized to represent the residents of this area and to protect and promote its interests. Our Association is responsible for one of the largest geographical association areas in the city, with more than 22,000 residents and two designated historic districts. www.rpna.org
Rose Park Neighborhood Association: www.rpna.org
Questions? Email info@rpna.org or call 562-368-4877
Tree Trimming Event
Thursday evening December 15th, 6:00pm-7:30pm to Rose Park for hot chocolate and carolers while we hang peace ornaments on our RP tree – a longstanding annual event. AND then, renew your support for the Rose Park Neighborhood Association – we do so much and can do that much more with your modest financial support of a $25 annual membership.
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