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WUA
Board of Directors Meetings
2017
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Dates for the remainder of 2017.
- September 11
- October 9
- November 13
- December 11
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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What's Up, Whittier Podcast, Episode 30
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Have you listened to What's Up, Whittier?
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Friends Wednesday Night
Art Stroll
every
2nd Wednesday of the month for their
ArtStroll
throughout the Historic Uptown District.
Time
5pm-9pm
2017
Art Stroll
Calendar Dates
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- September 13
- October 11
- November 8
- December 13
Interested in participating as an artist? Contact
Marilin
Brinege
r (562) 464-3636
Happy Hour
at
The Skin Room
7013 Washington Ave.
Uptown Whittier, 90602
6743 Greenleaf Ave.
Uptown Whittier, 90601
(562) 556-6099
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California Grill
Sun - Thurs
3-5pm & 8-10pmpm
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
Thursday's $3.99 Micheladas!
7051 Greenleaf Ave
Uptown Whittier 90602
(562) 907-0008
*$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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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
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Calendar of Events for
the
week of September 11th
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Tickets now on sale
Eat UpTown Food Festival
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The Whittier Uptown Association and the organizers of Taps and Tapas would like to officially unveil its next food event the Nixon Plaza building on Saturday, September 30th from 1pm to 6pm.
25+ uptown restaurants and eateries in attendance plus a craft beer garden for those 21 and over.
Click here to purchase tickets.
Location
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The Nixon Plaza
13002 Philadelphia St., Uptown Whittier 90601
(
corner
of Greenleaf & Philadelphia)
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Whittier Uptown Association
Board of Directors Meeting
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The Whittier Uptown Association is holding their monthly meeting on September 11th
Meetings are open to the public. Learn more about what the Association is doing in our community.
If you wish to be a guest speaker, contact Olivia Rios at olivia@whittieruptown.org or call (562) 696-2662.
Location: Brookdale Uptown Whittier
13250 E Philadelphia St., Uptown Whittier.
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Opening Reception
Postura (SUR: biennial at Whittier Museum)
Tuesday, September 12
7pm-10pm
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The Whittier Museum is proud to present the 2017 SUR: biennial exhibit featuring works by Sandra P. Hahn, Ricardo Harris-Fuentes, Rosalie Lopez, Narsiso Martinez and Cintia Segovia.
"Postura," which is Spanish for "posture," presents a discussion about the varying influences on identity, culture, livelihood, beliefs, and ultimately one's stance.
For more info call (562) 945-3871.
6755 Newlin Ave, Uptown Whittier.
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Wednesday, September 13
5pm-9pm
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An evening of artist, musicians, vendors with over 30 participating businesses throughout Uptown Whittier every 2nd Wednesday of the month.
To be a feature
artist contact
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Meet Your Legislative Staff
Wednesay, September 13
6:30pm-8:30pm
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The Whittier Latino Coalition invites you meet your legislative staff.
This is an opportunity to meet staff from the following public officials.
Congresswoman Linda Sanchez - Griselda Ortiz, Senator Tony Mendoza - Yahaira Ortiz, Majority Leader Ian Calderon - Samantha Marquez & Danny Fierro and Supervisor Janice Hahn - Ivan Sulic. You will hear about services offered by their respective office.
Location: Sage Restaurant
651 Greenleaf Ave., Uptown Whittier.
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Memories Swing Team at
LA County Fair
Thursday, September 14
6:45pm
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Memories Swing Team will be one of the performances at LA County Fair.
The dance studio is located in Uptown Whittier and offers a variety of classes from Swing, Lindy, Salsa and more.
Location: LA County Fair
1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768
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Whittier Uptown Association
Certified Farmers' Market
Friday, September 15
8am
-1pm
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Join us every Friday from 8am-1pm
for
the WUA's Certified Farmers' Market.
Fresh seasonal produce direct from the grower's farm. With the spring weather, you can expect to see a greater variety of local produce at the market each week! Stock up for the weekend or your special event.
Market
accepts EBT & WIC.
Location: Corner of Bright and Philadelphia
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Friday, September 15
6:30pm-11pm
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Forkin Good Cafe After Dark in Uptown Whittier
brings you our 1st Annual Communal Clam Bake Dinner...all you can eat !!
Click here for tickets.
What you get: music, adult drinks, salad, garlic cheese bread, clams, mussels, shrimp, sausage, corn plus dessert.
For reservations text to 562-688-8896 or email: happyhourfoodie@gmail.com
Price $ 30 per person
Location: Fork In Good Cafe
6477 Greenleaf Ave, Uptown Whittier 90601
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Living
A World Class Life
Monday, September 18
6pm-8pm
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Angels for Injured Workers and Ortega Counseling Center bring you two great workshops in one evening.
If you are looking to get ahead, here are two workshops you shouldn't miss.
- 3 Often Missed Resume Tips
- 3 Keys to Getting a Call Back
Location: Angels for Injured Workers
6726 Milton Ave., Uptown Whittier 90601
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Wednesday, September 20
12Noon
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Join the City of Whittier and Whittier Chamber for a Brokers' Roundtable to discuss local real estate issues and economic development in Whittier.
Location: Whittier Police Dept. EOC
13200 Penn St.,
Whittier 90602
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Beauty Event
The Skin Room
Thursday, September 21
5:30pm-8:30pm
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The Skin Room is hosting it's semi annual beauty event.
Tour their facility and see live demos. Many specials and raffle prizes. Food and beverages will be served.
Location: The Skin Room
7013 Washington Ave., Whittier 90601
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Saturday, September 23
8am
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The Whittier Historical Neighborhood Association and volunteers will be cleaning up the alleys in the Uptown area.
Bring your family and friends and let's
Clean-Up
our Alleys!
RSVP to: WHNAorg@gmail.com
Not required, but helpful if you bring your own tools (gloves, rake, broom, dustpan, leaf-blower, weed-
wacker
, etc.)
Location: Meet at 6543 Washington Ave.,
Uptown Whittier
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Boys & Girls
Club Whittier
43rd Annual Gala & Auction
Saturday, September 23
6pm
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Save the Date for our 43rd Annual Gala Auction celebrating 50 years of the Boys &
Girls Club
of Whittier on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Friendly Hills Country Club.
More details to follow.
Location: Friendly Hills Country Club
8500 Villaverde Dr, Whittier 90605
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3rd Anniversary Celebration
Keystone Montessori
Monday, September 25
4pm-6pm
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Join in in celebrating the 3rd Anniversary of
Keytone
Montessori in Uptown Whittier.
Fact: Did you know that Keystone Montessori was named one of the BEST 10 preschools in Whittier? Come and learn how education can help your child.
Key
is parent
involvment
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Parents and the
community are encourage
to attend.
Cupcakes and refreshments will be provided. Questions call (562) 303-7273.
Location: Keystone Montessori
7056 Washington Ave., Uptown Whittier (Near Wardman)
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SAVE THE DATE
The Whittier Uptown Assocaition will be hosting and producing the following events this year.
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Holiday Sonata December 2nd 4pm-9pm
Uptown Christmas Parade December 9, 4pm-9pm
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SAVE THE DATES Saturday, December 2nd & 9th
The Whittier Uptown Assocaition will be hosting and producing the following events this year.
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Holiday Sonata December 2nd 4pm-9pm
Uptown Christmas Parade December 9, 4pm-9pm
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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 flyer 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 olivia@whittieruptown.org.
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 directly should you have questions
at
(562) 696-2662
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Have a great week!
Olivia E. Rios
Operations Manager
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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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