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WUA
Board of Directors Meetings
2016
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Board of Directors Meetings for 2016 will be held on the second Monday of each month.
- October 10
- November 14
- December 12
Time: 6:00pm
Location:
Brookdale
Uptown Whittier
13250 Philadelphia St
Uptown Whittier, 90601
Board meetings are open to the public and community.
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Uptown Certified Farmers'
- Every Friday -
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Corner of
Bright Ave &
Philadelphia St
Market Hours
8am - 1pm
FREE EVENT
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Whittier Public Library
October Calendar
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Whittier Village Cinema
Month of September Promo
August's secret phrase for a
FREE CANDY with the PURCHASE of a LARGE DRINK or ICEE.
Secret Phrase: "Does the candy come with a golden ticket?"
Whittier Village Cinemas
Happy Hour at The Skin Room
Visit The Skin Room for all of your skin care needs with a complimentary glass of wine, tea or coffee in a relaxing spa setting on their Happy Hour Days.
Dates
Wednesdays & Thursdays 10am-7pm
Location
The Skin Room
Cielo Beauty
Bar
*Tan Tuesday *Wax Wednesday
*Thirsty Thursday Hydrating Special *Fresh Friday $29 Blowout *Champagne Saturday
Cielo Beauty Bar
6743 Greenleaf Ave. Uptown Whittier, 90601 (562) 556-6099
Yoga Core Class at Greenleaf Yoga Studio
Every Thursday 4:30pm-5:30pm
Join Greenleaf Yoga every Thursday for their New
Yoga Core Class beginning September 8th!
Creating a strong and stable core
is the single most important
aspect of a fit and balanced body. These Core Yoga classes are
power yoga with a kick.
12824 Hadley St. Suite 103
Uptown Whittier, 90601
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"A Century of
Boy Scouting"
Brought to you by:
Whittier Historical Society &
Museum with
Greater LA Area BSA
Exhibit ends December 31
Friday/Saturday 1-4 pm
Make an appointment
(562) 945-3871
Location: Whittier Museum
6755 Newlin Ave.
Whittier, 90601
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Friends of Whittier Public Library Bookstore
Hours:
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays
10am-2pm
Fridays
9am-12pm
Bookstore Location:
6703 Comstock Ave.
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Salsa Wednesdays!
Memories Dance
For more info call
(714) 925-2689
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CAPC and
Doubletree Hotel
Presents
Celebrity Waiter
Dinner & Dance
Friday, October 7th
A lively and hysterical spoof on your average sit-down dinner fundraising event.
DoubleTree Hotel Norwalk
13111 Sycamore Dr
Norwalk, CA 90650
Reserve your table
(562) 693-8826
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The Whole Child
Presents
"Drive It Home
Fore the Kids"
Golf Tournament
Monday, October 10th
Pacific Palms Hotel & Conference Center
One Industry Hills Pkwy
City of Industry, 917446
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Wednesday Night
Stroll & Art Scene
Meet local artists & musicians while viewing their work.
Open House, Raffles, Light Refreshments
Wednesday, October 12th 4pm-9pm
Location: Uptown Whittier (Inside Local Businesses & Restaurants)
Calling all artist!
Contact
Marilin Brinegar at (562) 464-3636 to showcase your art.
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Thursday, October 13
6:00pm - 8:30pm
- Network with local business owners
- Lite bites and refreshments
FREE admission with
donation of unwrapped toy
Brookdale Uptown
13250 Philadelphia St
Uptown Whittier, 90601
For more info, call
Peter Rodriguez
(714) 396-5120
Harmony Center Fine Art & Craft Fair
- Raffle Prizes
- Face Painting
- Live Music
- Outdoor Cafe
- Wonderful Artists
- High School Art Contest
- Award Winning Artisan Crafters
When:
Saturday, October 15
9:00am-4:00pm
Sunday, October 16 11:00am-4:00pm
Location: Corner of Comstock & Bailey 6550 Comstock Ave. Uptown Whittier, 90601
Chorale Bel Canto's 35th Season
Music Director: Stephen Gothold Announcing the 2016-17 Season of Beautiful Singing!
"It's The Water!" Oct. 22, 2016
"Feliz Navidad con Chorale Bel Canto"
Dec. 12, 2016
(Full schedule on PDF above)
CBC seeks new,
qualified singers to join
their musical fellowship.
For inquiries or
to schedule an audition,
call
(888) 460-9222
or email
Executive Director,
Karen Bourgaize:
[email protected]
For more info, visit Chorale Bel Canto online
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October at
Emmy Doo's
Emmy Doo's is has a new happy hour promo for the month of October!
Monday-Thursday 2pm-5pm Buy one get one half off: frappes, shakes & floats
Emmy Doo's now DELIVERS! *Monday 2pm-5pm *Tuesday-Friday 12pm-5pm
Emmy Doo's
13102 Philadelphia St.
Uptown Whittier, 90601 (562) 696-5500
Tues-Wed
5-10pm
Thurs-Sun
5-8pm
7007 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier, 90601
(562) 789-0200
Visit YELP and receive
a 10% Discount.
Bambooze Sushi & Brew House
*Happy Hour 3pm-6pm
*Sake Bomb Wednesdays
($3 Sake Bombs)
*Karaoke Thursdays
Uptown Whittier, 90601
(562) 696-2337
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Red Oak BBQ
Santa Maria Style
HAPPY HOUR
All day Sunday!
Lunch
11:30am-4pm
Dinner
4pm-close
7051 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier 90602
(562) 907-0008
La Pescadora Mexican Restaurant
Happy Hour Everyday!
*Taco Tuesday *Mariachi Fridays *Sunday Funday
7036 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier 90602
(562) 698-4144
T&L Pollos
*$1 tacos every day
(from 2pm-5pm) *Taco Tuesday: $1 tacos
6518 Greenleaf Ave.
Uptown Whittier, 90601
(562) 698-3344
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Whittier Chamber Activities
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Tasty Tuesday
Tuesday, September 27
11:30am-1pm
Join the Whittier Chamber for their monthly networking lunch.
Tasty Tuesday is a great place to meet new business contacts, enjoy a delicious meal, and support a local restaurant.
Where:
El Tepeyac Cafe 13131 Crossroads Pkwy. South City of Industry, CA
Wake Up Whittier
Wednesday, September 21
7:30am - 9:30am
This popular monthly event is a great way to get to know fellow Whittier Chamber members/local business owners, hear important City updates, enjoy a hearty breakfast and stay connected with what's happening at the Whittier Chamber!
FREE for members
$20/non-members
Where:
The Radisson Hotel
7320 Greenleaf Ave.
Whittier, 90602
SCORE Mentoring
Mentoring available at the Chamber Office the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.
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6717 Bright Ave
Whittier 90601
Hours: M-F 9am-5pm
Phone
(562) 696-2662
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Whittier Uptown Association
Calendar of Events
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September 26 - October 2, 2016
Welcome to The Whittier Uptown Association
Calendar of Events for the last week of September.
We have more exciting events coming up for the Fall and would love for you to join us!
~ Whittier Uptown Association
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Joint Chamber Mixer
Wednesday, September 28
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Join us at Rose Hills this Wednesday and network with Chamber Members from different areas near Whittier!
- El Month/South El Monte
- Montebello
- San Gabriel Valley
- Santa Fe Springs
- Whittier
This joint Chamber mixer is FREE to attend!
Location:
Sky Rose Chapel, Rose Hills
3888 Workman Mill Rd. Whittier, 90601 (enter thru Gate 1)
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Uptown Whittier
Thursday Family Street Festival
Thursday, September 29
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Visit the Uptown Whittier Thursday
Family Street Festival for some family fun!
We will provide the following:
- Food Booths
- Farmers Market
- Craft Booths
- Live Music Entertainment
- Kids Rides & Games
FREE Admission
When: Every Thursday
Location:
Comstock Ave & Bailey St
WUA Member Vendors: *WUA Members up to date with assessments receive special discount to participate at the festival.
Contact the office: (562) 696-2662
NON-WUA Vendors Contact:
Patty Villarreal with Greenleaf Events: (626) 386-5306
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Brookdale Monthly Business Mixer: Halloween Costume Fundraiser
Thursday, September 29
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Support
The Whole Child
by donating a Halloween costume to help the children serviced by the program.
Join us at Brookdale Uptown Whittier this Thursday for the annual fundraiser.
The mixer/fundraiser is free to attend. Drinks and appetizers will be provided.
Location:
Brookdale Uptown Whittier
13250 E. Philadelphia St. Uptown Whittier, 90601
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Steakhouse Class at The Knotted Apron
Thursday, September 29
7pm-10pm
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Enjoy learning to cook the perfect steak with the help of Chef Alonso Flores.
The Menu:
- Tomato Salad
- Roasted Potatoes with Infused Garlic-Chile Oil
- Pan Seared Asparagus with Lemon Butter
- Steak with a Homemade Compound Butter
- Flambé with Seasonal Fruit
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Uptown's Certified Farmers' Market
Friday, September 30
8am-1pm
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Visit our Certified Farmers' Market this Friday from 8am-1pm.
With peaches in season, you will be very pleased with the market!
FREE Admission. Great place to bring the kids for a field trip.
The Whittier Historic Neighborhood Association will be selling tickets for the 2016 Home Tours at the Farmers' Market: 9/30, 10/9.
$25/ticket prior to day of event
$30/ticket day of
Location:
Corner of Bright Ave & Philadelphia St. Uptown
Whittier, 90601
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Health & Wellness Movement: Kids Hip-Hop Dance
Saturday, October 1
9:15am-10:30am
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Location: Greenleaf Grassy Area
(behind parking structure) Uptown
Whittier, 90601
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Home Energy Tours: Home Upgrade in Whittier
Saturday, October 1
Noon-3pm
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Are you considering energy upgrades for your home but want to preview them before you sign up?
Drop by the Whittier open house:
- Hear from owner about comfort and efficiency
- Learn how you can upgrade with statewide rebates
Refreshments will be served!
See the upgrades. Talk to the homeowners. Hear first-hand about the upgrade process and the great before-and-after benefits you can have.
Visit The Energy Network Online for more info.
For inquiries, please call (877) 785-2237 or email [email protected]
Location: (RSVP for location)
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Studio Danza Life On The Dance Floor
Sunday, October 2
4pm-6pm
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This Sunday, Studio Danza is hosting an event at the Whittier Community Center.
"Life On The Dance Floor" will feature several types of dance.
- Folklorico
- Zumba
- Ballet
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Hip-Hop
- Freestyle
- Yourstyle
Admission: $10/person
(children under 3 years are free)
For inquiries, please call (562) 777-4944 or visit Studio Danza Online
Location: Whittier Community Center 7630 Washington Ave. Whittier, 90602
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Uptown Whittier
Thursday Family Street Festival
Thursday, October 6
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Visit the Uptown Whittier Thursday
Family Street Festival for some family fun!
We will provide the following:
- Food Booths
- Farmers Market
- Craft Booths
- Live Music Entertainment
- Kids Rides & Games
FREE Admission
When: Every Thursday
Location:
Comstock Ave & Bailey St
WUA Member Vendors: *WUA Members up to date with assessments receive special discount to participate at the festival.
Contact the office: (562) 696-2662
NON-WUA Vendors Contact:
Patty Villarreal with Greenleaf Events: (626) 386-5306
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Uptown's Certified Farmers' Market
Friday, October 7
8am-1pm
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Visit our Certified Farmers' Market this Friday from 8am-1pm.
With peaches in season, you will be very pleased with the market!
FREE Admission. Great place to bring the kids for a field trip.
The Whittier Historic Neighborhood Association will be selling tickets for the 2016 Home Tours at the Farmers' Market: 10/9.
$25/ticket prior to day of event
$30/ticket day of
Location:
Corner of Bright Ave & Philadelphia St. Uptown
Whittier, 90601
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Health & Wellness Movement: Hiking 101
Saturday, October 8
9:15am-10:30am
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Calling all Hikers!
Uptown's first Health and Wellness Movement is continuing this Saturday, October 8th.
The FREE class this week is Hiking 101 for all ages!
*Class is being instructed Jerry Wildermuth (YMCA).
Visit Health & Wellness Online for more info.
If you are a health related WUA member (in good standing) and are interested in participating at Health & Wellness, please contact the Whittier Uptown Association (562) 696-2662
Location: Greenleaf Grassy Lot
(behind parking structure) Uptown
Whittier, 90601
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Dia De Los Muertos Art & Music Festival
Sunday, October 9
10am-5pm
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Casita Del Pueblo in Uptown Whittier is hosting their annual Dia De Los Muertos event on October 9th. Event is supporting Skills Foundation.
The event will contain:
- Live Music
- Catrina Contest
- Food
- Altar Contest
- Face Painters
- Car Show
- Arts & Crafts
For inquiries, please visit Casita Del Pueblo Online
Location: Along Greenleaf Ave, between Hadley & Penn Street
Uptown
Whittier, 90601
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The Whole Child "Drive It Home Fore the Kids"
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Support The Whole Child and attend this golf tournament benefiting the organization!
Foursomes are still available.
Location: Pacific Palms Hotel & Conference Center
1 Industry Hills Pkwy. City Of Indust
ry, 91744
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La Pescadora 2nd Year Anniversary
Monday, October 10
5pm-10pm
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Join us as we celebrate with La Pescadora on their 2nd year anniversary!
- Mariachis will be playing from 7pm-9pm!
- $2 drink specials
- Music by DJ Rob
For inquiries, please call
(562) 698-4144
Location: La Pescadora
7039 Greenleaf Ave. Uptown
Whittier, 90601
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Whittier Uptown Association
Board Meeting of Directors
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The Whittier Uptown Association Board of Directors meetings are held on the second Monday of each month.
Meeting is open to the public and community.
Attend a meeting to catch up on the latest updates in Uptown Whittier and to have any inquiries addressed.
Location: Brookdale Uptown Whittier
13250 Philadelphia St. Uptown
Whittier, 90601
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Friends of Uptown Wednesday Night Stroll & Art Scene
Wednesday, October 12
4pm-9pm
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Join us in Uptown for the Wednesday Night Stroll & Art Scene on the 2nd Wednesday of the month!
Brought to you by
Friends of Uptown, the event takes place inside all participating businesses and restaurants.
Take advantage of this opportunity to meet some local artists while visiting the beautiful shops/restaurants in our Historic District!
Visit
Friends of Uptown Online for more info on participating businesses.
If you are an artist and would like to showcase your art or have inquiries about the art walk, please contact Marilin
Brineger (Pour Le Bain)
(562) 464-3636
Location: Uptown Whittier (in participating businesses/restaurants)
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Toy Drive Benefiting the Boys & Girls Club Whittier
Thursday, October 13
6pm-8:30pm
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Support the Boys & Girls Club of Whittier in their Toy Drive this Thursday!
- Network with local business owners
- Lite bites and refreshments
FREE admission with
donation of unwrapped toy
For more info, call Peter Rodriguez
(714) 396-5120
Location: Brookdale Uptown Whittier
13250 Philadelphia St
Uptown Whittier, 90601
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Calendar of Events for 2016
For questions concerning our events
call (562) 696-2662.
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For more info, click here
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The WUA Mission Statement
The mission of the Whittier Uptown Association (WUA) is to encourage tourism to its charming Historic community and promote the interests of its members. The WUA will achieve this by coordinating quality events which incorporate art, music, food, retail, and community. It will serve to communicate the collective interest of its members, advocate architectural aesthetics, and work in partnership with the city of Whittier in order to foster our core values:
- Nurture awareness of our diverse commerce in order to attract visitors
- Serve members and their businesses
- Promote safety, cleanliness and design integrity to attract visitors
- Advocate progress and forward thinking within the business district of Uptown Whittier
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Uptown's Health and Wellness Movement
FREE Community Event
Saturdays, Sept. 17, 24 and Oct. 1, 8, 2016
9:15am
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We are pleased to announce Uptown's first
"Health & Wellness Movement
". This event
will contain a series of exercise classes for all ages at no cost.
Residents from Uptown and surrounding communities will have the opportunity to engage in exercise sessions including Zumba, Yoga, Kids Hip-Hop Dance and Hiking 101.
Bring the entire family out for healthy morning!
FREE Admission to the classes
When: Saturdays, Sept. 17, 24 & Oct. 1, 8
Time: 9:15am -10:20am
Where: Greenleaf Grassy Area, Uptown Whittier
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Annual Halloween Capers
Saturday, October 29
3pm-6pm
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#UptownHalloween
We are pleased to announce our Annual Halloween Capers event this month! It's a great way for us to give back to the community and to celebrate Halloween.
We will have treats for people of all ages! This free community event is full of costume contests, childrens' activities and much more!
Where:
Historic Uptown Whittier
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Who can advertise or promote events in the Whittier Uptown Association (WUA) Calendar?
WUA Members in good standing can have their event(s) published on this Calendar for
FREE.
Submit your information (including flier in JPEG or PDF format) and a link where subscribers can register or find out more about the event. The calendar is generally sent out on Monday of each week.
Email me at [email protected].
As a member, you can schedule a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony or Grand Opening at no cost. We will help to promote your special event with friends, family and our community.
If you are not a WUA Member, there is a nominal cost to promote/publish your event.
Ask how you can be an Associate Member and receive Membership benefits.
Feel free to contact me should you have questions
directly at (562) 696-2662.
Have a great week!
Olivia E. Rios
Operations Manager
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