Archive for February, 2011

Police Log: February 21 – 26, 2011

February 28, 2011

Compiled by Jeanne Hoffa, with confirmations by Fullerton Police Sergeant Andrew Goodrich. Not a complete list of all police activity. 2/21 – Burglary – Coventry Circle. 7:16 p.m. 2/21 – Burglary – 130 E. Chapman Ave. The City Pointe Apartments. 6:24 p.m. 2-21 – Burglary – Sunset Inn. 1800 block West Commonwealth Avenue. Computer...
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Events of the Day

February 28, 2011

“365 DAYS”: Tickets go on sale today for Cal State Fullerton’s production of the play based on Dr. Ronald Glassner’s experience in Vietnam. The production runs from March 1-27 in the Hallberg Theatre. $10; $9 with advance Titan discount. Buy tickets. HORNET SPORTS: Fullerton College’s baseball team plays Compton College at home at 2...
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Rotary Jog-A-Thon at FUHS

February 26, 2011
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Fullerton Rotary’s first ever End Polio Now Jog-A-Thon got off to a dry start Saturday morning after the threat of rain forced the event indoors. More than 2000 participants were expected from Sunny HIlls, Troy, Fullerton Union, Eastside Christian and La Vista high schools. Participating high school clubs each receive 50% of the funds...
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Raymond School Honor Roll

February 25, 2011

Citizenship Honor Roll (4th – 6th Grade Only): Cindy Jimenez, Breyena Arevalo, Viviana Garibay, Angelina Lopez, Leslie Ramirez, Adriana Ramos, Ashley Zelina, Jacqueline Ambriz, Kayla Battle, Bryan Callejas, Anthony Ayon, Daniela Bravo, George Flores, Franchesca Hernandez, Richard Medina, Kimberly Montano, Andrea Moreno, Priscilla Ortiz, Aranda Ramirez, Salvador Rubalcava, Fernando Ulloa, Viviana Vega, Jorge Zepeda, Tania Bou Akar,...
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Troy Dance Team Headed to Nationals

February 25, 2011
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Dancers come into the gym from the cold and warm their muscles. They put their jazz shoes on and pull their hair back, still not entirely awake. It’s 7 a.m. Soon, music is blaring from a CD player and they are on their feet, dancing the same eight-count repeatedly until their movements are synchronized....
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Wedding Bells at Golden Hill

February 25, 2011
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  With all the tension generated from the state budget crisis and its effect on schools, it’s refreshing to have something to celebrate. That’s exactly what Matt Mankiewicz’s fifth-grade class at Golden Hill Elementary did November 19, the day before the Thanksgiving break. On that day, the room moms, led by Martyn Tourdot, surprised...
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Scholarship Nominations Being Accepted Now

February 25, 2011

The Fullerton Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the “Educator of the Year Award” and “Young Citizens of the Year Scholarships.” The Young Citizens scholarships are available to students who live in Fullerton and who are actively involved in the community and educational activities. Two students will be awarded $1,000 scholarships and one...
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Farmers Market Vendor Applications Available

February 25, 2011

The Fullerton Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for local farmers, merchants, vendors and community organizations that hope to operate a booth at the weekly event. Starting April 7, the Downtown Plaza is filled with fresh produce, arts and crafts, handmade apparel, food booths and live entertainment every Thursday from 4-8:30 p.m. The...
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Friday and Weekend Events

February 25, 2011

FRIDAY TITAN SPORTS: The women’s gymnastics team hosts the Minnesota Gophers at 7 p.m. in Titan Gym. $5; free for CSUF students with ID. For tickets or more information, call (657) 278-CSUF. CLASSICAL MUSIC: Clarinetist Håkan Rosengren and pianist Mikhail Korzhev perform at CSUF’s Meng Concert Hall at 8 p.m. $15; $13 with Titan...
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Gardening Event at Fullerton Arboretum

February 24, 2011

As part of the Fullerton Arboretum’s three-part gardening series, “Intro to Edible Gardening,” is March 5 at 9 a.m. or 1 p.m. During the three-hour sessions, attendees will get hands-on practice in the Arboretum’s organic vegetable garden and gardening instructions from ethnobotanist, gardener, and foodie Jonathan Davis. The class will cover low-labor lawn removal,...
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