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Compost Giveaway at the Big A

Spring is almost here, which means it's time for Anaheim's annual compost giveaway at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.

On Saturday, March 7, Anaheim residents can pick up free compost for gardens, landscaping, potted plants and other yard projects.

The giveaway is from 7-10 a.m. or until the compost runs out.

The event takes place in the stadium parking lot near the Big A, where Anaheim residents can receive up to 60 gallons of fresh compost. Compost is a natural fertilizer that improves soil health and helps our plants and gardens thrive.

• When: Saturday, March 7
• Time: 7-10 a.m., or until we run out
• Where: Angel Stadium of Anaheim, parking lot near Big A
• Getting there: enter from Douglass Road off Katella Avenue, near ARTIC; no access from Orangewood Avenue or State College Boulevard
• You'll need: proof of Anaheim residency, driver's license or utility bill
• Containers: bring sturdy containers or buckets, no bags allowed
• Compost bins: available for $35, cash or check only

Questions? Anaheim.net/Recycle or call (714) 765-6860.

Ducks Anaheim Night

It's our night in our house, Anaheim!

There's still time to join us tonight — Wednesday, March 4 — for Anaheim Night at Honda Center and cheer on the Anaheim Ducks as they take on the New York Islanders.

Anaheim residents can score a special deal on discounted tickets, with terrace seats starting at $37. If you want to be right in the action, plaza seats behind the glass range from $90 to $150.

It's the perfect chance to show off your Anaheim pride and support the Ducks during the team's best season in years!

Bring your friends and family to join the fun and celebrate the Ducks and Anaheim (those from outside Anaheim are welcome too).

Grab your tickets for tonight at Anaheim.net/AnaheimNight.

Down payment help for first-time homebuyers

Are you homebuying-ready but need a little help with the down payment for your first home?

Anaheim is offering a first-time homebuyer loan for those who are in advanced stages of buying a home but need help covering that final gap.

If you're pre-approved with a lender, actively house hunting and the only thing standing between you and the keys is the down payment — this program is for you!

Through the My Anaheim Home Program, qualified first-time homebuyers can receive up to $50,000 in down payment assistance.

The program is designed for low- to moderate-income households that can afford a mortgage but need help closing in today's market.

This isn't for you if you're just curious or just starting out in the homebuying process. Instead, this is for buyers who are ready, prepared and actively working toward buying a home in Anaheim.

Who this is for:

• You're pre-approved for a mortgage
• You're working with a lender
• Looking to buy in Anaheim
• Financially ready, except for the down payment gap

Eligibilty

• Live or work in Anaheim
• Meet the income limits set by the state: up to $143,400 for a household of one to $270,450 for a household of eight
• Haven’t owned a home in the past three years
• Buying a home within Anaheim city limits
• Choose an eligible home (house, condo or townhome)

Down payment assistance is a loan at 3 percent with payments deferred for 30 years, or until a home is sold, transferred or refinanced with cash taken out.

Get started by joining the first-time homebuyer interest list. You'll complete an application and submit the required documentation to confirm eligibility.

Once approved, Anaheim's housing team will contact you as funding becomes available.

Joining the interest list does not guarantee funding but places you in line as opportunities are available.

Learn more at Anaheim.net/FirstTimeHomebuyerProgram

Questions? Email residentialloans@anaheim.net or call (714) 765-4300, ext. 4810.

Save the date: State of the City

Save the date: Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken delivers her 2026 State of the City Address on April 29 at the Grove of Anaheim.

An Anaheim tradition, the State of the City address is a chance for our mayor to bring together the community, local nonprofits and businesses to hear an update on all things Anaheim!

Always uplifting and entertaining, this year's State of the City will include some special guests.

Businesses, nonprofits and anyone interested in attending this fundraising event can buy a ticket, table or sponsor a community table.

Involving our community is a big part of the event.

Anaheim volunteers, community leaders and students are invited to enter an opportunity drawing to receive a free ticket to the event. Stay tuned for more details to come.

Proceeds from this nonprofit event touch the lives of many in our community through the Anaheim Community Foundation.

See more and keep checking back for details at Anaheim.net/StateoftheCity.

Can’t attend? The event will be livestreamed at Anaheim.net/StateoftheCity.

Investing in Anaheim's future leaders

We’ve got a great opportunity for high school seniors here in Anaheim.

Anaheim Public Utilities is offering a $5,000 scholarship to help students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering or math.

From keeping our lights on to delivering reliable water, Anaheim Public Utilities has a critical role in our community.

If you're a student curious about how things work and looking to build a future in the sciences and tech, this is an opportunity for you.

Requirements:

• Must be a high school senior
• Live in Anaheim and receive electric and/or water service from Anaheim Public Utilities
• Plan to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering or math
• Will be enrolled full-time at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or trade school next school year
• Complete full application, including all three essay questions

Anaheim city employees of high school age or city employees with high school seniors are ineligible.

Along with the scholarship, selected students can choose to take part in a paid six-week summer internship with Anaheim Public Utilities.

If you are ready to invest in your future, apply today!



Apply by April 19.

For full details, check out Anaheim.net/scholarship.