Welcome to November 2013, folks. Mark your
calendars now for all these fun activities. There are more to come, so keep
checking this blog on Mondays and Fridays for developments.
Friday,
Nov. 8, 5-7 p.m.: Empty Cups at Classic Coffee, (148 N. Glendora Ave.,
626-335-3313).
Classic Coffee is partnering with First Christian Church to present this
fundraiser to fight hunger.
Buy a cup for $15 and you’ll get the cup, a hot
beverage and a ticket for prize drawings.
Proceeds from this event will support local
hunger relief programs including Shepherd’s Pantry, St. Vincent de Paul and the
Glendora Police Department food voucher program.
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| Don't miss the Holiday Stroll in Glendora Village on Nov. 22. |
Friday,
Nov. 22, 6 p.m.: Glendora Village’s annual Holiday Stroll, along Glendora
Avenue between Foothill Boulevard and Bennett Avenue.
Holiday Stroll visitors can start their holiday
shopping at Village shops. Carolers will also be strolling through Glendora
Village singing Christmas favorites.
At 6 p.m. Glendora city officials will begin the
evening by lighting the Village’s Christmas tree and introducing Santa at the
Village Plaza.
The evening features strolling carolers,
old-fashioned carriage rides and a special visit by Santa Claus arriving on a
historic fire truck.
For more information, visit the Glendora Village
website, www.villageglendora.com.
Lace up your running shoes and get ready to join
2008 Olympic Decathlon Gold Medalist Bryan Clay and the Bryan Clay Foundation
for the 2nd Annual Fit4Fall 5K Run through Glendora Village on Saturday Nov.
23.
Runners and walkers of all ages welcome.
Children 6 and under can ride scooters and strollers are permitted. However,
bikes and pets are not allowed on race course.
Event proceeds benefit the Bryan Clay Foundation’s
health and wellness programs that benefit the Glendora School District. In
light of Thanksgiving and the holiday season, the Foundation will also partner
with New Unto Others to collect clothing for families in need.
Race entry fee is $25. However, all participants who donate a
minimum of one bag of clothing (on race day) will receive $5 cash back from
their registration fee.
Saturday,
Nov. 30: Small Business Saturday:
Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to
supporting small businesses across the country.
Founded by American Express in 2010, this day is
celebrated every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, and this year will be
Nov. 30.
The Shop Small® Movement inspires people to shop
with and support small businesses like those in Glendora Village, as well as
give back to the places that have given their communities so much.
If you are a member of the Glendora Village Business
Improvement District and have some news to share about your business – whether
it’s about an upcoming sale, activity or promotion, a new employee or other
updates – please send an email to GlendoraVillageNews@gmail.com.
