WUA
Board of Director Meetings
2016



Board of Directors Meetings for 2016  will be held on the second Monday of each month.

May 9
June 13
July 11
August 8
September 12
October 10
November 14
December 12

Time:  6:00pm

Location: Brookdale Uptown Whittier
13250 Philadelphia St
Uptown Whittier, CA 90601

Board meetings are open to the public and community.


Uptown Certified Farmers'
 Market
 
- Every Friday -


Corner of
Bright Ave &
Philadelphia St

Market Hours
8am - 1pm

FREE EVENT



WUA 
Member  
 Events







Greenleaf Yoga
SALE
2 Months of Unlimited Yoga
$169. 
(reg $180 sale ends  on May 15, 2016)








Whittier Home Tour
Saturday, April 23
to
Sunday, May 8th

Location:
8228 Pinositas Road in Whittier.
  Experience and learn the history of a life-size replica of the Chinese 2,200 year old Terra-Cotta Warriors. There is also the unique opportunity to see the "New York" apartment of designer, Bruce Thompson, at 15900 Whittier Blvd.  

Tickeks
info@whittiermuseum.
org

or call
(562)  562 945-3871 






CAPC Whittier
Kaleidoscope Mixer 
May 4, 2016




 6-CHAMBER MIXER & SILENT AUCTION

For more information or sponsorship details contact contact 
Carolyn Reggio at 
562-693-8826 x3008 or 
fundraising@capcinc.org


Whittier Hearing Center
Health Expo
May 11, 2016



 Educational event for the community to learn about how Healthy Hearing Contributes to leading a Healthy Life.




Chorale Bel Canto
A Mystical Journey Concert
May 14, 2016







Uptown Whittier Car Show
June 4, 2016




 .
Little Miss Vintage & Little
 Young Gents Contests










3rd Annual 
Calendar Girl Contest






Salsa Wednesdays



 Memories Dance
For more info call
(714) 925-2689



Thursday Nights at Memories




Memories Dance
For more info call
(714) 925-2689



Art Classes
Art with Sara



Art Classes for All Ages

Art with Sara is now taking registrations for 
Summer Art Class 



Social Hour in Uptown


Social Hour 
Steve's BBQ

Tues-Wed
 5-10pm

Thurs-Sun
5-8pm

Excluding during live entertainment



Steve's BBQ
7007 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-0200

Visit YELP and receive a 10% Discount. Ask server for details.



FourBricks
6512 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier, CA 90601
(562)  693-6100

Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-7pm in our bar area and patio.  


WUA 
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

May- Date TBD

Aunties Bakery & Cafe
6506Greenleaf Ave.
Uptown Whittier





WUA 
Office Info
 

6717 Bright Ave
Whittier 90601
Hours: M-F 9am-5pm

Phone
  (562) 626-2668


Hours
Mon - Fri  9am-5pm

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May 2016


Whittier Uptown Association
Calendar of Events
May 2 - May 8, 2016




Welcome to The Whittier Uptown Association Calendar of Events for the first week of May 2016

With Mother's Day this coming weekend, shop your favorite specialty store and find the perfect gift for your mom, wife, sister and friend. Don't forget to make reservations at one of many restaurants or eateries.

Uptown Whittier invites you to our Historic District to shop, dine, catch the latest movie, watch sporting event and most of all have fun.

Wishing you a productive week.

 ~ Whittier Uptown Association


Whittier Village Cinema
Month of May Promo
 

For the month of May use the phrase, "Sure am feeling sweet today." to get a FREE CANDY with the PURCHASE of a LARGE DRINK OR LARGE ICEE. 


Location:  Whittier Village Cinema
7038 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier 90601


Forkin Good Cafe
Extended Hours
Beginning Tuesday, May 3
 

Forkin Good Cafe will be extending their hours along with a delicious spring / summer menu and fantastic desserts.

Sunday & Mondays from 8am to 3pm
Tuesday through Saturday 8am to 8pm

Stop by on Mother;s Day and be treated to a special treat for all moms who come in to the cafe.

Location:  Forkin Good Cafe
6744 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier 
Between Bailey & Philadelphia Streets

Three Amigos Fundraiser
Tuesday, May 3
11am-2pm
 

Acro Printing is hosting "Three Amigos" BBQ lunch.

Fundraiser for the Dancing with the Stars Dancers Judy Bradt, Ross Gile and Jessica Magdosku.

Lunch $10.00 includes BBQ lunch and beverage. O pen to the public. 

Location:  Acro Printing
13301 E Philadelphia St
Uptown Whittier 
Corner of Friends & Philadelphia

Kaleidoscope 6 Chamber Mixer & Silent Auction
Wednesday, May 4
4pm-7pm
 

Kaleidoscope Annual Fundraiser is this Wednesday evening. Participating chambers include Whittier, North Orange County, La Habra Norwalk , Pico Rivera, and Santa Fe Springs. 

Wear ORANGE to represent Whittier.

Proceeds help CAPC support individuals with disabilities to:
  • - attend college/community classes 
  • - obtain employment
  • - move into their own apartment/home
  • - access community resources
  • - improve communication
Location:  DoubleTree Hotel Norwalk
13111 Sycamore Dr.
Norwalk, CA 90650
Off the Hook Fish Grill 
& Cinco de Mayo Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, May 
4pm-5pm
 

Off the Hook is celebrating their Restaurant with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.

Light bites and refreshments will be served. We are certain this will become your favorite seafood restaurant in Uptown.

Meet Neil Da Re, new owner.

Location:  Off the Hook Fish Grill
12824 Hadley St. Suite 110
Uptown Whittier 
La Pescadora Cinco De Mayo  
Thursday, May 5
4pm-5pm
 


Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at La Pescadora this Thursday.

Specials pricing on food and beverage. Click here to view more information.

Location:  La Pescadora Mexican Restaurant & Tequila House
7039 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier
Uptown's Certified Farmers' Market
Friday, May 6
8am-1pm
 

Pick up flowers to decorate your beautiful table this weekend.

You can also pick up fresh fruits and vegetables, Agave, Almond Paste, Honey and more.

FREE Admission. Great place to bring the young one's for a field trip.

Location:  Corner of Bright Ave & Philadelphia St. Uptown   Whittier 90601, n ear Whittier College
 
Cielo Beauty Bar
Eyebrow Threading Event
Friday, May 6
4pm-8pm
 


The newest Beauty Bar in Uptown Whittier.

Join them for an awesome evening of fun! drinks! music! raffle prizes! & most of all gorgeous Brows!!

Location:  Cielo Beauty Bar
6743 Greenleaf Ave, Suite B
Uptown Whittier 

Whittier's Founder Day
at Central Park
Saturday, May 7
10am - 1pm
 

The Whittier Museum is excited to present Founders' Day, a celebration of the City of Whittier's roots and our historical and cultural journey to the present day. This event marks the 122nd Founders Day.

Non-profit groups and clubs are featured along with local entertainment, food and vendors.

Sean Thomsen will be returning as Master of Ceremonies and will also run the facial hair contest at 12:30pm. 

Event is free and open to the public and everyone who loves our beautiful City of Whittier. 

Contact the Whittier Museum for more info at info@whittiermuseum.org.

Location:  Central  Park
On Bailey Street between Friends and Washington Ave
Uptown Whittier 

La Pescadora
Mother's Day Brunch
Sunday, May 8
9:30am
 

 
Live Mariachi entertainment is l11am-1pm.

Chocolate Covered Strawberries ��  for all Moms. 

No reservations. First come first served.

Location:  La Pescadora Mexican Resturant & Tequila House
7039 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier
(562) 698-4144
Steve's BBQ
Mother's Day Brunch
Sunday, May 8
11am
 

Now taking reservations for Mother's Day Brunch.

Live Duo - Billy Meza and Jen From the Kraze.

Doors open at 11am

RSVP at (562) 789-0200


Location:  Steve's BBQ
7007 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier

Group Class Art Workshop on
Mother's Day 
Sunday, May 8
11am-12Noon
 

Making memories is what it's all about on Mother's Day.

Art with Sara has an art class for the young one's from 11am to noon on Mother's Day.


Click here to register. Or call 562-321-9075 for more information

Location:  Art with Sara 
13126 Philadelphia St.
Uptown Whittier

Whittier Uptown Association
Board of Directors Meeting
Monday, May 9
6pm
 

The Whittier Uptown Association has it's monthly Board of Directors meeting the second Monday of each month.

Come and learn of the concerns in Uptown Whittier. 

If you wish to be a Guest on the agenda, please send email to Olivia Rios, Operations Manager at olivia@whittieruptown.org.

Meetings are open to the public. 

Location:  Brookdale Uptown Whittier
13250 E Philadelphia St
Uptown Whittier 

Whittier Hearing Center
Health Expo
Wednesday, May 11
10am-3pm
 

Free Community hearing expo. P re-registration  at (562) 945-9321 is recommended for priority access to hearing screenings and other activities.

Event will feature hearing-health experts and representatives from leading hearing aid companies, will include free hearing screenings and video ear exams, raffles, and giveaways. 


Location:   Liberty Community Plaza
14181 Telegraph Rd.
Whittier 

Uptown's Certified Farmers' Market
Friday, May 13
8am-1pm
 

Pick up flowers to decorate your beautiful table this weekend.

You can also pick up fresh fruits and vegetables, Agave, Almond Paste, Honey and more.

FREE Admission. Great place to bring the young one's for a field trip.

Location:  Corner of Bright Ave & Philadelphia St. Uptown   Whittier, n ear Whittier College
 
Mother's Day Event
The Skin Room
Friday, May 13
5pm-9pm
 

��Mother's Day is fast approaching! 

Pamper mom this year and reserve her spot for The Skin Room's Mother's Day Event.  Give mom the gift of relaxation and beauty!! 

Wine and Freshments will be served.
 Select from one of many treatments: 

Cost is $40.00 to attend. 

Choose 2 spa visits (20 minutes each services).

▪️Mini Escape Facial: Includes cleanse, steam, customized mask and aromatherapy shoulder & neck massage.
▪️Brow Design: Includes shaping of brows, with tint to enhance the color and fullness of natural brows.
▪️Blissful Chair Massage: Swedish gliding and kneading for flowing tension release.

Call NOW to reserve your appointment. Payments can be made in person or over the phone. ( 562) 536-1142.

Location: The Skin Room
7013 Washington Ave
Uptown Whittier, near Whittier College

City of Whittier Police Open House 
& Health Expo
Saturday, May 14
9am-12pm
 

This annual free event is sponsored by the City of Whittier, the Parks, Recreation and Community Services and Police departments, the Whittier Social Services Commission and PIH Health.

Event is filled with a Kiddie K Fun run, and other activities throughout the morning  including tours of the Police Station, demonstrations from the Los Angeles County Fire Department, health screenings, healthy lifestyle information and rock climbing. 

For more information, contact the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department at 562-567-9400 or the Police Department at 562-567-9200.

Location: City Hall, City of Whittier
13230 Penn St
Whittier 

Whittier Uptown Association's
Installation & Awards Mixer
Wednesday, May 18
6pm-7pm
 

You are formally invited to the  Whittier Uptown Association (WUA)  Annual Installation & Awards Mixer  on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 from 6:00-9:00pm.
 
WUA will install its new board members and officers as well as acknowledge members for their contributions to the community.
 
The social hour begins at 6:00pm with appetizers and hosted bar. The program begins at 7:30pm.
 
Special menu created by   The Knotted Apron.

Executive Board

President - Rick Gonzales, Spin Lounge,  Vice President - Tony Williams, Global IT,  Treasurer - Remoun Said, Keller Williams Pacific Estates,  Corporate Secretary - Melanie Coward, STC Management 

Continuing Directors
Liz Apodaca - My Attorney LA,  Jesse Bosque - Professional Services,  Steven Caringella - California's Best Kettle Korn,  Frank Medina - ReMax Dynasty  and Cesar James - Get Elected 

Ex-Officios
Hector Alvarado - Advantage Realty Group and Gary Couso-Vasquez - C.A.P.S. 

New Board Directors
Leeba Lessin - Aunties Cafe & Bakery and Four Bricks,  Tom Rios - Brookdale Uptown Whittier,  Melinda Pina - Pina Reading Academy,  Rose Drieslein - Americana Tax Planning  and Jessie Carrillo - J2 Architecture
 
You can purchase tickets on line. Cost is $25.00 per person, and includes heavy appetizers and hosted bar. Click here to purchase now.

Have questions about our Installation? Call our office at (562) 696-2662.

 
Location: The Knotted Apron
6712 Greenleaf Ave.
Uptown Whittier, near Whittier College

Bike to Work Day
Thursday, May 19
7am-9:30am
 

Whittier residents are invited to participate in a free 'Bicycle Pit Stop' being held for bicycling commuters on California Bike to Work Day, Thursday, May 19, at the Greenway Trail, Palm Park Trailhead, 5703 Palm Avenue. 

The Pit Stop will be held from 7 to 9:30 a.m., and will include free refreshments, prizes, giveaways, information booths and bicycle displays. 

Two City bicycle shops, G's Cyclery and Whittier Cyclery, will have displays featuring the newest bicycles and bike accessories. For more info visit G's Cylery at 6713 Greenleaf Ave in Uptown Whittier.
 
Location: Greenway Trail, Palm Park Trailhead, 
5703 Palm Avenue
Whittier
Uptown's Certified Farmers' Market
Friday, May 20
8am-1pm
 

Pick up flowers to decorate your beautiful table this weekend.

You can also pick up fresh fruits and vegetables, Agave, Almond Paste, Honey and more.

FREE Admission. Great place to bring the young one's for a field trip.

Location:  Corner of Bright Ave & Philadelphia St. Uptown   Whittier 90601, n ear Whittier College
 
Memorial Day Observance
Monday, May 30
 

Whittier Uptown Association office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.






Save the Date
Future WUA Events  

Calendar of Events for 2016 
For questions concerning our events
 call (562) 696-2662.







May 18





May
Thursday Night Family Street Fair
Starting date to be announced




June 4





June 4th at Uptown Whittier Car Show

Little Miss Vintage & Little Gents Contest


3rd Annual Calendar Girl Contest


Who advertise or  promote  event 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 , link where subscribers can register or find out more about the event to me at olivia@whittieruptown.org.  Calendar is generally sent out on the Monday of each week.  

As a member, you can schedule a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony or Grand Opening at no cost.  We will help you promote your special event with your friends, family and our community. 

If you are not a WUA Member, there is a nominal cost to promote or 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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