Top 5 Things To Do  Before 
Summer Ends

Dear Friend:
 
Make the most of the long summer days and explore all the great events and activities that the San Fernando Valley has to offer.

I'm sharing my top picks of fun events happening in our community that you don't want to miss. So, before school starts and this season comes to an end, I encourage you to explore your neighborhood and enjoy an exciting day or night out.
In This Issue
Very truly yours, 

Paul Krekorian
LA City Councilmember, Second District
1. NoHo Summer Nights


NoHo Summer Nights is North Hollywood's outdoor concert series that's bringing you the best in live music. Every Saturday night, the 8-week series will host outdoor shows in North Hollywood Park all summer long. 
 
NoHo Summer Nights
Saturday nights
Now through August 4,
Concerts begin at 7 pm
North Hollywood Park
Magnolia Blvd. & Tujunga Ave.

Admission: FREE
Click here to RSVP
 
Enjoy live music as LA's most popular food trucks serve up a great selection of food.
2. Experience NoHo Plaza

Experience NoHo Plaza is back!
NoHo Plaza is hosting its annual summer entertainment series with free weekly performances of live music, comedy shows, plays and much more.

The free summer series features local artists, musicians and talent to bring live entertainment, art, dance and film every Friday this summer at NoHo Plaza.

NoHo Plaza
Friday nights
Now through August 3
5223 and 5225 Lankershim Blvd.
NoHo Arts District

Visit www.nohoartsdistrict.com for the full line-up of upcoming shows.


3. National Night Out


National Night Out is an annual celebration for neighborhoods across Los Angeles and the nation to take a stand against crime. The yearly tradition spotlights the partnership of local groups, elected officials and law enforcement officers that keep our neighborhoods safe. 

Valley Village National Night Out
Tuesday, August 7
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Valley Village Park
5000 Westpark Dr.

The event is free and will include fun activities and entertainment for the whole family.
4. Summer Movies in the Park


Calling all movie buffs! Watch your favorite films under the stars, a perfect way to spend a summer night. Grab a blanket, pack some snacks and bring the whole family a free movie screening in the East Valley, in collaboration with the office of Councilmember Krekorian and our community partners. 

Summer Movie Series
CoCo
Friday, August 10, at dusk
Studio City Recreation Center
12621 Rye St.
Studio City

Free popcorn to the first 300 guests.

5. NoHo Summer Carnival


Join the Department of Recreation and Parks for its annual summer carnival in North Hollywood Park. Enjoy carnival rides, games, food and fun for the whole family. The carnival is free and open to the public.

NoHo Summer Carnival
August 24, 25, & 26, 4:30 pm to 10:30 pm
North Hollywood Recreation Center
11430 Chandler Blvd.
North Hollywood

For more information, contact (818) 763-7651.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Summer Night Lights
Now to August 4, 7 pm - 11 pm 
(Wednesdays through Saturdays)

August 10 to 24, 7 pm - 11 pm 
(Fridays and Saturdays)
Valley Plaza Recreation Center
12240 Archwood St.
North Hollywood, CA 91606
 
This summer Summer Night Lights will bring more fun to Valley Plaza Park to provide a our community with a safe and enriching place for young Angelenos to spend their summer days and nights after the school year ends. Click here for a full list of locations. 

NoHo Summer Nights: Paddy's Pig
Saturday, July 21, 7 pm
North Hollywood Park
At the corner of Magnolia and Tujunga
North Hollywood


The North   Hollywood  concert series brings you the best in music, food and fun. Every Saturday night during the eight-week series, enjoy live music as LA's most popular food trucks serve up a great selection of eats. Bring a picnic, blanket, and the whole family for this free community event. For more information, visit bit.ly/nohosummernights2018.
The Life and the Spirit of Valley Village Artists
Saturday, July 21, 4 pm to 8 pm
Carter Sexton Artists Materials
5308 Laurel Canyon Blvd.
Valley Village

Calling all art lovers. The Neighborhood Council Valley Village invites you to a special event to celebrate Valley Village artists. Valley Village is home to many talented people in the creative arts, and NCVV wants to give you a chance to meet some of them, and view and buy original artwork. You'll enjoy enjoy refreshments and live entertainment as you meet local artists. 
For more information, visit www.facebook.com/myvalleyvillage.
Orange Line Transit Neighborhood Plans
Community Meeting
Wednesday, July 25, 6 pm to 8 pm
Marvin Braude SFV Constituent Services Center
6262 Van Nuys Boulevard, Room 1B
Van Nuys

Join the LA Department of City Planning for a community meeting to discuss the Orange Line Transit Neighborhood Plan environmental impact report. You'll have an opportunity to learn about the proposed plan and submit feedback on the scope of the environmental report. 
City of LA Tree Survey
Now through August 10

The City of Los Angeles is in the initial stages of developing an Urban Forest Management Plan with the goal of  guiding the planting, care, protection, and sustainability of the City's urban trees. Share your feedback about trees in LA and the city's urban forest by taking a quick survey:  tinyurl.com/UFMPsurvey.

Healthy Choices Resources Program
Wednesday, August 22,  10 am to 1 pm and
Wednesday, September 26, 10 am to 1pm
North Hollywood Regional Branch
5211 Tujunga Avenue
North Hollywood, CA 91601

The Los Angeles Public Library is hosting the Healthy Choices program at library branches throughout the City of Los Angeles to help people find out if they qualify for CalFresh and/or Medi-Cal benefits. LA County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) staff will be available onsite to accept and process CalFresh and/or Medi-Cal applications.

LA Public Library Summer Reading Challenge
North Hollywood Region Library
5211 Tujunga Ave. 
North Hollywood, CA 91601

Join the North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Library for free programs and  reading  challenges for kids, teens and adults all  summer  long! Register online today at:  www.lapl.org/summer .   Come to the library to discover more activities and find great books to read this summer, and earn a prize just for signing up! Log your progress and earn badges and prizes along the way. V isit the North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Library  or call  (818) 766-7185 .