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Street closures and permitted events for October 19-25

Posted on October 19, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. Thursday, October 19 Birch Park Birch Park Movie Series; Event hours: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, October 20 Cesar Chavez Park Santa Ana Zoo Park Pop Up; Event hours:...
Ed Caruthers Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 10/17/23

Ed Caruthers Park now open!

Posted on October 18, 2023

The City of Santa Ana's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of Ed Caruthers Park, a vibrant addition to the community. The new park, located in Ward 5 on the corner of Raitt Street and Myrtle Street, is named in honor of Edward Julius Caruthers Jr., a...
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Street closures and permitted events for October 12-18

Posted on October 12, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. Thursday, October 12 Birch Park Movie Series Birch Park; Event hours: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, October 13 Santa Ana Zoo Park Pop-Up Adams Park; Event hours: 2-3 p.m....
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Community invited to grand opening of new park with stormwater capture system

Posted on October 11, 2023

The City of Santa Ana is pleased to announce the grand opening of Ed Caruthers Park and invite the public on Tuesday, October 17, at 2:30 p.m. for the new park’s official ribbon cutting ceremony located at the corner of Raitt and Myrtle streets. Guests will see all of the exciting new amenities in person...
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More than 5,000 people attend second annual Mid-Autumn Festival

Posted on October 11, 2023

The second annual Mid-Autumn Festival took place on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, to celebrate the Asian and Vietnamese cultures of our community. More than 5,000 people came out for the event, which had been moved to the larger space at Centennial Park after last year's successful festival at Rosita Park. Guests were treated to some...

Parks, Recreation and Community Services hosting fall hiring fair

Posted on October 11, 2023

Now hiring for part-time jobs! The Santa Ana Parks, Recreation & Community Services Agency (PRCSA) is seeking applicants who are innovative, enthusiastic, and results oriented individuals prepared to make an impact in their community. PRCSA is hosting an in-person job fair to hire for various positions ranging from program specialists, community center aids , and...
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Street signs for newly named Zoo Lane installed by Santa Ana Zoo

Posted on October 6, 2023

Welcome to Zoo Lane! The new street signs went up on Oct. 6, 2023, for the newly named Zoo Lane next to the Santa Ana Zoo. In August, the Santa Ana City Council affirmed the Planning Commission’s adoption of a resolution changing the name of parts of North Mabury Street and South Elk Lane between...
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Street closures and permitted events for October 5-11

Posted on October 5, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. October 5 Birch Park Movie Series Birch Park, 400 W. Third St.; Event hours: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Through October 6 Lane reductions or closures at intersections on S....
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City hosts grand reopening of $3.5 million Santiago Park renovation

Posted on October 3, 2023

Santa Ana's Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency welcomed the community in the grand reopening of Santiago Park on Tuesday, Oct. 3. Guests got to see all of the exciting new updates in person and receive a preview of the new programs and services  that are starting as a result of the $3.5 million renovation...
Street Closures and Permitted Events Sept. 28 to Oct. 4

Street closures and permitted events for September 28 – October 4

Posted on September 28, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. Through September 29 Right turns only at the Intersection of Warner Ave. and Grand Ave. for SoCal Gas construction 8 p.m. -  5 a.m. Friday, September 29...
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Santa Ana to celebrate second annual Mid-Autumn Festival on Oct. 7

Posted on September 27, 2023

Harvest good spirits as the City of Santa Ana celebrates its second annual Mid-Autumn Festival on Saturday, October 7, commemorating our community’s Asian and Vietnamese cultures. Santa Ana’s Mid-Autumn Festival will take place from 4 to 9 p.m. at Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave., in Santa Ana. The Mid-Autumn Festival is traditionally known for...
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Street closures and permitted events for September 21-27

Posted on September 21, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. Through September 22 Intersection closure at 4th and French streets due to OC Streetcar construction 24 hours a day Through September 22 Metrolink rail maintenance work on...

Santa Ana to celebrate 43rd annual Fiestas Patrias festival and parade this weekend

Posted on September 15, 2023

The parade will be livestreamed and will feature Santa Ana’s sister city, Sahuayo, Michoacán. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana will celebrate Mexican independence and commemorate Santa Ana’s vibrant Hispanic and Latino cultures at the 43rd annual Fiestas Patrias festival and parade on Sept. 16 and 17. This year’s event includes many...
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Santa Ana to celebrate 43rd annual Fiestas Patrias festival and parade

Posted on August 31, 2023

The City of Santa Ana will celebrate Mexican independence and commemorate Santa Ana's vibrant Hispanic and Latino cultures at the 43rd annual Fiestas Patrias festival and parade.  The Fiestas Patrias festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 16, from 12 to 11 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 17, from 12 to 10 p.m. on Flower Street...
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Street closures and permitted events for August 31 – September 6

Posted on August 31, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. Thursday, August 31 Willard Basketball Courts Event hours: 6:30 - 9 p.m. Saturday, September 2 Plaza Calle Cuatro Event hours: 6-10 p.m. DTSA Art Walk @ Various...
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Street closures and permitted events for August 17- 23

Posted on August 17, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. Thursday, August 17 Lane reduction on Sunflower Ave between South Plaza Drive and Main Street due to street construction activity 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. at night...
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Santa Ana to celebrate Chicano Heritage Festival on August 27

Posted on August 16, 2023

Come together as a community and celebrate Chicano Heritage Month on Sunday, August 27, 2023, with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, a car cruise and show, food, exhibitors, carnival rides, and more! The City of Santa Ana’s annual Chicano Heritage Festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at El Salvador Park, 1825 W....
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Street closures and permitted events for August 10 – 16, 2023

Posted on August 10, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. Thursday, August 10 Memorial Park Concerts in the Park - Event Hours: 5:30 - 8 p.m. Saturday, August 12 Main Library Libraries with Heart - Event hours:...
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West Nile virus found in Santa Ana mosquitoes

Posted on August 8, 2023

The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) has confirmed the presence of West Nile virus in mosquitoes in Santa Ana. Inspectors will check known sources for mosquito breeding and try to identify unknown sources. West Nile virus advisory posters will be placed in affected areas. You can check Vector Control’s West Nile virus...
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Street closures and permitted events for August 3 – 9, 2023

Posted on August 3, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. Thursday, August 3 Jerome Park Concerts in the Park: Suave - Event hours: 5:30 - 8 p.m. Lane reductions at Bristol St. and Segerstrom Ave. intersection for...
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