During today’s Giving Tuesday, consider donating to Operation Santa Claus. Last year the program distributed over 39,000 toys and gifts for our most vulnerable children in Orange County who might otherwise have gone without one.

You can donate by checking out their website.

From my family to yours, I hope you all had a heartfelt Thanksgiving with your family and loved ones.

This year marks a new tradition for my family and me, as we welcomed my daughter home from UC Davis for a few days. This year, I have even more to be thankful for. I hope you all had the opportunity to spend time with your families and friends and give thanks for the special bonds you share.

For the last 21 years, John Briscoe has been helping adjudicate assessment appeals applications. His dedication to Orange County’s residents will be missed as he wraps up his service on the Assessment Appeals Board.

Thank you, John Briscoe. Wishing you and your wife the best on your move to Nevada!

World AIDS Day was first observed in 1988. Each year since then, individuals and organizations across the world bring attention to the HIV epidemic and increase HIV awareness. Locally, the Orange County HIV Planning and Coordination Unit has a series of tools, strategies, and meetings to prevent the transmission of HIV in the County.

You can learn more about it by checking out the Orange County HIV Planning and Coordination website.

The YMCA of Orange County offers programs to everyone regardless of their financial circumstances. Year-round, they focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. 

If you’re thinking of ways to get your child involved in winter activities, the YMCA Winter Day Camp is a great way for children to spend their holiday break. Each week is filled with exciting winter-themed activities, outdoor play, and fun field trips. YMCA offers a supportive and safe experience right on school campus.

Check out their website for more information.

Camp Dates:

Dates: December 19, 2019 – January 10, 2020*
Time: Daily from 6:45am – 6:00pm
All sites closed 12/25 and 1/1.

*Dates vary by site. Contact your nearest YMCA for complete schedules.

When: December 21 from 5 PM to 7 PM

Where: Freedom Hall at Mile Square Park – 16801 Euclid St., Fountain Valley, California 92708

When: December 9 from 6 PM to 7 PM

Where: KidWorks – 1902 W. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana, California 92703

When: December 16 from 5 PM to 6 PM

Where: Santa Ana YMCA – 2100 W. Alton Ave., Santa Ana, California 92704