So you’re looking for some safe and fun activities to celebrate Halloween in the Palmdale and Lancaster area?  There are quite a few events going on this year beginning Friday the 28th all the way through to the big day on Monday the 31st.  Check ‘em out!

Halloween Events in Palmdale, CA

10/28:  Halloween Costume Party

The Fun After Fourty Dance Club is hosting this dance and costume party at the Legacy Commons for Active Seniors (930 E Avenue Q9) on Friday the 28th from 7:30pm to 10pm.  Admission is $5 for members and $7 for guests.

10/29:  The “Spooky Fun Children’s Party”

The Palmdale Moose Lodge is hosting this event for children ages 12 and younger.  The party is being held at the Moose Lodge in Palmdale (3101 E Avenue Q) from noon to 3pm on Saturday the 29th.  There will be games, crafts, and lots of goodies!

10/30:  Dia de los Muertos Celebration

A local observation of a centuries-old tribute to departed loved-ones is being presented by the Antelope Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.  This event is being held in Palmdale‘s Poncitlan Square just outside of City Hall (on 9th St East at E Avenue Q9) from 11am to 5pm on Sunday the 30th.  Live performances by Simplemente Belle, Grupo Basucazo, Banda Sensacion del Valle, Enrique “El Primero” Valle, El Padrino de Guanajuato, Victor Guerrero and Maricella Ibarra will be on the stage.

Halloween Events in Lancaster, CA

10/28:  FearFest 1.0

Presented by the University of Antelope Valley, FearFest begins at 8pm on Friday, October 28th, and goes until 2am on Saturday.  The event is being held at the Pioneer Event Center located at 45000 Valley Central Wy (Next to the Jethawks Stadium) in Lancaster.  There will be a haunted maze, a costume contest, and live entertainment.  Admission is $15 at the door.

10/29:  BooLVD Halloween and Harvest Festival

The largest Halloween celebration runs from 5pm to 9pm on Saturday the 29th on Lancaster Blvd between Beech and Fern Avenues.  There will be many games, a costume contest and live entertainment (a tribute to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” being one example!) … For more information and the times/locations of the various shows, take a look at the City of Lancaster‘s website.

10/29 – 10/30:  N’Ever Rest Cemetery and Haunted House

This attraction is located at 43848 Elm Ave in Lancaster and is open to the public from 6pm to 10pm on Saturday the 29th and Sunday the 30th.  Admission is FREE but they are accepting donations to benefit the American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

10/30:  ”Halloween Bash” Costume Party

… Held at the Lancaster Elks Lodge (240 E Avenue K) on Sunday the 30th from 6pm to 10pm.  This event is aimed at singles and couples 40 years old and above.  Admission is $10 at the door.

10/31:  Halloween Party

… Held at the Lancaster Elks Lodge (240 E Avenue K) on Monday the 31st from 6pm to 8pm.  This one is for the kids (12 and younger) and is FREE!  The event will feature a haunted house attraction, games, a meal and treats!

10/31:  Rotting Ridge Cemetery

Located at 43008 Guyman Ave in Lancaster, this spooky attraction features a graveyard, haunted house and fright maze!  The gates creak open at nightfall on Monday the 31st.

Halloween Events in Quartz Hill, CA

10/31:  A “Trunk or Treat”

… is being sponsored by the Christ Our Savior United Methodist Church (5027 W Columbia Wy in Quartz Hill) from 5pm to 8pm on Monday the 31st.  The event will feature games, treats and prizes for the kids, and hot coffee, cider and cookies for the parents.

Halloween Events in Antelope Acres, CA

10/31:  The 5th Annual Halloween Carnival

… will be held at the Antelope Acres Community Center (8812 W Avenue E8) from 5pm to 8pm on Monday the 31st.  This is a free event sponsored by the Antelope Acres Community Queens and it will feature a haunted house attraction and trick-or-treating.

Halloween Events in Littlerock, CA

10/31:  Scarecrew’s Decorated Graveyard

A Halloween display located at 9829 E Avenue S12 in Littlerock featuring motorcycle-riding skeletons, tractor-driving pumpkin men and some creative headstones!  Available for trick-or-treat pitstops beginning at dusk on Monday the 31st.

Filling the void of public 4th of July fireworks display in the Antelope Valley and continuing a new tradition, the City of Lancaster is sponsoring their annual Fireworks Spectacular this year at the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds!   Now, this isn’t just a fireworks display … This is a whole evening of fun for the whole family!

The afternoon begins with live entertainment at 4pm in the AV Fairground’s Cantina area until 7pm where the excitement moves to the Grandstands for the Professional Bull Riders Touring Pro Division Rodeo!   There is a $20 admission fee for the rodeo and tickets can be purchased on the AV Fairgrounds website.

The Grandstands open for FREE admission to the fireworks show at 9pm and the display begins at 9:15pm.  Parking is free for the evening festivities and since seating is limited, bring lawnchairs or blankets to relax in the grass areas outside of the stands.

For more information, you can call the City of Lancaster at 661-723-6077.

On a side note, please remember that ALL fireworks are illegal in the City of Lancaster!  There are stiff fines and penalties if you’re caught lighting off any – including the “Safe-and-Sane” fireworks sold in other areas of the Antelope Valley.

Fireworks Safety Press Conference 6-28-11 from City of Lancaster, Ca. on Vimeo.

Photo Credit: fireworks from Crestock Images

Unfortunately, there will be no fireworks display sponsored by the City of Palmdale this year due to budget restraints.  However, the use of “Safe-and-Sane” fireworks are still allowed within the Palmdale city limits.  You will want to make sure that you are not located in a “No Fireworks” Zone, though!  The City of Palmdale has put up an interactive map that outlines where 4th of July fireworks are allowed to be set off and has also posted some safety tips that all would be wise to follow for an enjoyable and safe 4th of July holiday!

City of Palmdale Fireworks Safety Tips

Always read directions and use common sense.

• Have an adult present.
• Use outdoors only—away from buildings, vehicles, dry grass and other flammable objects.
• Light one at a time, then move quickly away.
• Keep others at a safe distance.
• Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
• Never alter or take apart fireworks.
• Do not give to young children under any circumstances.
• Have a bucket of water handy for emergencies and for dousing misfired and   spent fireworks.
• Never attempt to relight or fix malfunctioning fireworks.

To protect your pet on the Fourth of July, take these precautions:

• Resist the urge to take your pet to fireworks displays.
• Keep your pets indoors at home in a sheltered, quiet area. Leave a television or radio playing at normal volume to keep him company.
• Consult with your veterinarian before July 4th for ways to help alleviate the fear andanxiety he or she may experience during fireworks displays.
• Never leave pets outside unattended. In their fear, pets who normally wouldn’t leave the yard may escape and become lost, or become entangled in their chain, risking injury or death.

“Make sure your pets are wearing identification tags so that if they do become lost, they can be returned promptly,” said Director of Public Safety Anne Ambrose.

“Only ‘Safe and Sane’ fireworks are allowed in Palmdale city limits except for the designated ‘No Fireworks Zone’ where even ‘Safe and Sane’ are illegal,” said Anne Ambrose. “The ‘No Fireworks Zone’ includes the Anaverde housing development and anywhere south of the California Aqueduct, as well as neighborhoods located on the south side of Rancho Vista Boulevard along the following lines: beginning at the intersection of Rancho Vista Boulevard and 30th Street West, areas south and west of Rancho Vista Boulevard, north to Avenue N-8; south and west of Avenue N-8 from Rancho Vista Boulevard to 55th Street West; west of 55th Street West; and south from 55th Street West to 60th Street West (Godde Hill Road),” she added.

“Our Web site, www.cityofpalmdale.org, has an interactive map that allows residents to enter their address so they can see if they live in the ‘No Fireworks Zone’ where ‘Safe and Sane’ fireworks are NOT allowed,” said Ambrose. “Residents may also contact the City’s Code Enforcement office at 267-5234 or the Public Safety Department at 267-5181 and our staff will assist them.”

“Illegal fireworks are not allowed anywhere in Palmdale or in the Los Angeles County portion of the Antelope Valley,” said Ambrose.  “These are the type that explode or shoot up in the air and they are dangerous and cause a real threat to life and property,” she added.

“If people are caught using illegal fireworks in Palmdale, they will be facing a $2,500 fine for a first offense, $5,000 for a second offense and $10,000 for a third offense,” Ambrose added.

Fireworks may only be discharged from noon on Tuesday, June 28 through noon on Tuesday, July 5. Discharging fireworks before June 28 or after July 5 will subject the violators to fines.

For more information, please call 661/267-5181. To report any illegal fireworks anonymously, please call the Sheriff’s Department at 272-2400.

Photo Credit: fireworks from Crestock Images

Looking for places to watch Fourth of July fireworks in the Antelope Valley area? Well, to celebrate Independence Day 2010 you’ll have two chances!

To kick off the weekend, you can spend a wonderful evening in the park with the 2101 season opening of Palmdale’s Starlight Concert Series … Come on out to Marie Kerr Park located at Rancho Vista Blvd and 30th St West and for the easy-on-the-wallet fee of $5.00/ticket (children under 12 are free!) you will enjoy the music of the multi-platinum country/pop group LONESTAR! Following the show will be Palmdale’s fireworks spectacular! The show begins at 8pm on JULY 3RD, 2010.

Yes, you read that right … Palmdale’s 2010 fireworks show is going to be on July 3rd, NOT July 4th.

Didn’t get enough fireworks?  On July 4th, 2010 the City of Lancaster will have a fantastic display at the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds.  The grandstands open at 8pm and admission to the fireworks show is FREE!

Happy Independence Day and enjoy the Antelope Valley fireworks shows!

Photo Credit: fireworks from Crestock Images

This Saturday, April 11th, 2009 from 9AM to 12PM is our Boy Scout Troop 444′s Annual Pancake Breakfast. Tickets purchased at the door go towards the troop funds so we can continue to provide an excellent program for our Scouts!

The event is held at the Palmdale Elks Lodge at 2705 East Avenue Q between 25th and 30th St E.

$5.00 donation gets you all the pancakes, sausage, juice, and coffee you can eat/drink! Come over and enjoy the food and the service (the Scouts do it all!)

If you have any questions please give me a call at (661) 285-5975 x101

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