FISH CARES COMMUNITY UPDATE - February 16, 2012

Come on, get those hands dirty!
The Farm at Fullerton Arboretum needs your help to tend to 16,000 square feet of vegetables, fruit, herbs, grains and orchards that they’re growing.
More Info: http://www.fullertonarboretum.org/home.php


You can ditch digital and learn it old school…with books and CD’s.               
The Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library could use your help at their used bookstore. Proceeds from the store support kids summer reading programs and funding for new collections such as books on CD. 
More info:  http://www.ylpl.lib.ca.us/


This is cool….your kids can be a superhero for the day!
The 2nd Annual Super Kids Sunday Fun Run is coming up soon in Long Beach. This run helps the fight against childhood obesity and it’s open to any family who would like to walk or run.
More Info:  http://www.longbeach.com/event/Super-Kids-Sunday-5k-and-FREE-Fun-Run-Long-Beach-/62770

Fish Cares week of 12/27

As they say…..Out with the old, in with the new…Canyon High School in Anaheim wants to raid that pile of old printers and electronic what-nots in your garage….. They’ll take your unwanted electrical items and turn them into something rewarding for their school and band….

Some of life’s best memories are made….at a park!  From meadows to mountains and boardwalks to bike paths…Orange County Parks offer a lot for our families to enjoy…And if you have a heart for helping to preserve and maintain the natural beauty of OC parks…

Can I interrupt your busy day just long enough to let you know that there are 100’s of Orange County children that are looking for someone like you….someone to look up to!   Big Brothers / Big Sisters of OC has told us, at this moment their waiting list is 300 children.  These kids could really use your help, to make a difference in their lives….

Military Children's Charity

Military Children’s Charity, Inc. exists to enrich the lives of American Service member’s children. Given the reality of multiple military engagements, and several years of economic uncertainty, M.C.C. recognizes that a disproportionate share of this burden has fallen on the shoulders of American Service Member’s families.  American Military Children deserve to be appreciated and publicly recognized for their countless personal sacrifices on behalf of our nation too.  For these reasons, M.C.C. endeavors to provide gifts directly to these children via the American public’s individual contributions, donations and grants.  These funds will be utilized to purchase holiday toys, theme park tickets, backpacks, school supplies, Easter baskets, baby items, and anything additional which will facilitate an opportunity to appropriately acknowledge our military children.  If in providing these extra benefits to American Military Children, their parent’s budget is alleviated, and their spirits livened, then M.C.C’s mission has been accomplished. Click here to get involved.

 

Flavors of Orange County

The American Liver Foundation will hold its seventh annual Flavors of Orange County event on August 21, 2011 at the Fairmont Hotel. The Flavors Gala is a national culinary event that spotlights Orange County’s premier chefs and creates a one-of-a-kind gourmet experience for each guest. Each chef will prepare a five course culinary extravaganza with wine pairings for their personal table of twelve guests. Proceeds from the Gala will directly benefit the American Liver Foundation. Click here to learn more.

 

The Early Literacy Program

The Early Literacy Program is an organization in the OC that is an organization that is dedicated to promoting reading to children everyday in order to build language and learning skills that are critical for success in life.

 

Canine Companions

Canine Companions for Independence is the nonprofit organization that provides assistance dogs for people with disabilities completely free of charge. They have ongoing opportunities for photographers and videographers with hours that vary depending on the project. Click here for more information.

 

Tanaka Farms

Tanaka Farms is inviting you to come out to the farm and help them harvest the crops to help families maintain a healthy, nutritious diet. This is a great opportunity for families or anyone that has the desire to lend a helping hand! What better way to create a bond with your children than to bring  them out to the farm, work side by side with them, let them see where their food comes from and to help others in Orange County at the same time. Please contact Glenn at Glenn@TanakaFarms.com. Tell him how many volunteers you have and he will find a date that works for you.

 

Click here to get more info.