The Fountain Valley Community Foundation and the Fountain Valley Adult Softball Program are hosting a canned food drive to benefit local families this holiday season. Donations can be made at the Fountain Valley Recreation Center during business hours and at the adult softball fields during the games from 6:30pm-9:30pm. Starting October 20th, the canned food…
If It Sounds Too Good: Top 6 Mortgage Mistakes
During the 2007-2009 financial crisis, the US economy crumbled because of a problem with mortgage foreclosures. Borrowers allover the nation had trouble paying their mortgages. At the time, eight out of10 borrowers were trying to refinance their mortgages. Even high-end homeowners were having trouble with foreclosures. Why were so many citizens having trouble with their…
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November 12, 2012 Annual Veterans Day Ceremony @ FV Veteran’s Park
2nd Annual Veteran’s Day “Bridging Generations” Event Monday, November 12th, 10am-12pm Veteran’s Park (next to FV library, 17635 Los Alamos Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708) The Veterans Day Ceremony is sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9557 and its Ladies Auxiliary. They have partnered with Girl Scout Troop 1121 who will offer fun patriotic…
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Millennial Generation: Housing Desires & Rental Needs
Millennials are expected to outnumber Baby Boomers 78 million to 56 million by the year 2030. The Millennials (those born 1980-1995, approximately) share some specific desires regarding their housing needs. Some young people can’t qualify for a loan or can’t afford a down payment and must rent. Others can afford to buy a home but opt to rent while they find their place in the…
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A Clean Kitchen Secret…
Grease and dirt build up on kitchen cabinets and backsplashes over time and use. To clean your cabinets, first heat a damp sponge in the microwave for 20-30 seconds until it’s hot. Put on a pair of rubber gloves, spray the cabinets with a vinegar/water solution containing orange oil ($4), then wipe off the cleaner with the hot sponge. Wipe in the…
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Howling Halloween in FV October 21, 2012
Desperate Paws of Orange County dog group will be hosting the Howling Halloween event at the Fountain Valley Sports Park. All families, including the family dogs (on-leash), are invited to join in the celebration and fun. Festivities include trick-or-treating for kids and dogs in costume, costume contests (kids, dogs, and family categories), games for kids…