“… like a moth to a flame …” –William Shakespeare THE FLAME! What I Did for Love Fiery scenes from the world of opera. Featuring music by Strauss, Mozart, Cimarosa, Sullivan, Massenet, […]
Last night to see THE FLAME! Saturday, July 19th at 7:30pm
Free Community Printmaking with Professional Artists on Saturday, July 19
Printmaking with Professional Artists & Professors in the Fullerton College Parking Lot on Saturday, July 19 For the second year in a row, the Fullerton College Art Department will be hosting a […]
Hits & Misses: F1: The Movie: Two Hits
Even if you’re not a Formula One fan, F1: The Movie is well worth seeing—and absolutely demands to be seen on the big screen. Director Joseph Kosinski, hand-picked by Tom Cruise to […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: July 2025
Day of Music Comments, comments, read all about it, direct quotes from eye and ear witnesses, get your comments here: “Everything went smoothly. No drama. The bowl looked great. The skate park […]
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UPDATE: Missing At-Risk Elderly Woman Found Unharmed
UPDATE: Carole Kremkow, 87, missing since June 28, was found at 9am Wednesday July 2. Fullerton Police responded to a call from a resident who said the elderly woman had been seen […]
Fullerton College to Host “Parking Lot Prints! on Saturday, July 19
A Celebration of Art and Community The Fullerton College Art Department and Art Gallery are set to present “Parking Lot Prints!”, a dynamic event dedicated to zines and printmaking, on Saturday, July […]
Local Art Group Illustrates Scenes at Hillcrest Park
The North Orange County chapter of Urban Sketchers made a morning visit to the historic Hillcrest Park on June 18 to capture its beautiful scenery and outstanding views. An enthusiastic group of […]
Local Music Takes Over Fullerton in 10th Annual Day of Music Festival
The city of Fullerton celebrated a decade of local music on Saturday, June 21st, with the tenth rendition of its popular Day of Music Festival. The event was part of the larger […]
Local Woman Sponsors Screening of Documentary “True Believer” in Irvine
A thought-provoking documentary film, “True Believer,” was screened June 19 at the Irvine United Congregational Church, shedding light on the historical and political influence of the religious right in America. Sponsored by […]
Experience the Day of Music in Fullerton for FREE, Over 200 LIVE Bands for One Day Only on June 21, 2025
SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK EVENT WEB SITE FOR UPDATED SCHEDULE! Find more venues at: DayOfMusicFullerton.com Shuttle Bus by Gold Coast Tours 301 N Pomona Thank you to our […]
Meet the Day of Music Fullerton Committee Volunteers 2025
What started 10 years ago as a group of passionate Fullerton music lovers who knew the town they live in would embrace a Day of Music has turned into the largest […]
New Mural at Hermosa Drive Elementary Celebrates Community, Kindness, and Student Voice
Hermosa Drive Elementary School in the Fullerton School District will welcome students back this fall with vibrant colors, invigorated spirit, and renewed purpose thanks to a community-designed mural situated in the school’s […]
Electric Company Theatre Presents In The Heights June 3-25
In The Heights, by award-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes, tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood: a place where the coffee from […]
4th Annual Fullerton Pride Fest Celebrates Diversity and Unity
The 4th Annual Fullerton Pride Fest, themed “Be You: Fullerton Pride Fest – Stronger Together,” took place on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 2 to 7pm. This vibrant event welcomed attendees from […]
Read Early June 2025 Fullerton Observer
Click Here to Read the Early June 2025 Fullerton Observer. The Fullerton Observer is an all volunteer newspaper. We are your friends, neighbors, students, educators, and small business owners. News for the […]
Bela Lugosi and Edna St. Vincent Millay on Saturday, May 31
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Fullerton (UUCF) Social Action Committee presents a play and fundraiser for Planned Parenthood on Saturday, May 31, at 5 PM. The performance will occur in the First […]
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Video Observer: Free Fullerton College Art Gallery Showcases Student Work
Around this time every spring, parents and students alike gather inside the Fullerton College Art Department’s gallery to see a showcase of student artwork ranging from drawing and painting, illustration, printmaking, graphic […]
Artists Show Their Pride at Exhibit
Fullerton’s annual Pride event is something the Orange County LGBTQ+ community looks forward to, but the special day has expenses that need to be covered. That’s a challenge that Fullerton resident and […]
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Fullerton Museum Hosts “Love Blocks Out Hate” Art Exhibit to Support Pride Parade
The Fullerton Museum Center is set to unveil its latest art installation, “Love Blocks Out Hate,” this evening Friday, May 2 at 6:30 PM. The exhibit features nearly 90 unique blocks […]
Fullerton Dance Legend Deidre Madrigal Announces Retirement After 55 Years
Beloved and celebrated Fullerton dance teacher Deidre Madrigal is retiring after 55 years. Her studio, The Dance Spot, started in her parent’s garage and grew to roughly 400 students at its height. […]
Vandalism Strikes Iconic “Niños del Mundo” Mural in Fullerton’s Lemon Park
In a troubling incident for the local community, the renowned “Niños del Mundo” mural at Lemon Park in Fullerton has been vandalized. This vibrant artwork, which showcases 13 children from various […]
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CSUF to Celebrate National Poetry Month on April 30
California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is set to honor National Poetry Month with a vibrant event titled “Origins and Inspirations: Celebrating 2025 National Poetry Month.” Scheduled for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, the […]
Children and Families Health Fair Set for April 26 in Anaheim
The Orange County Board of Supervisors, in collaboration with the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) and CalOptima Health, will host its annual Children and Families Health Fair on Saturday, April […]
A Punk Rock heart with a painter’s hand
Before a mural is unveiled, or prints hit the tables at art shows, and before the bold, surreal colors of Las Vegas artist Sara Godbout’s pop-art pieces come to life, her two […]
Pretend City Children’s Museum Set to Host Annual Kidstock Music & Arts Festival on April 16–19 & April 23–27
The Pretend City Children’s Museum in Irvine is gearing up for its highly anticipated annual Kidstock Music & Arts Festival, slated for April 16–19 and April 23–27. This vibrant festival celebrates early […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Early April 2025
Love Blocks Hate Art Fundraiser Most of the blocks have been submitted for the LOVE Blocks Out Hate fundraiser on Friday, May 2, 6:30-9:30pm at the Fullerton Museum Center. See you there. Free Eggs? Yes, […]
How Yunchan Lim Reminds Us Why Music Matters
In a world driven by speed and distraction, it is easy to forget the power of live music – the kind that demands our attention and moves us in ways words cannot. […]
The Curtis Theatre Presents Aaron Braxton’s Powerful One-Man Play, “Did You Do Your Homework?”
The Curtis Theatre is proud to present Aaron Braxton’s compelling one-man play, “Did You Do Your Homework?” on Sunday, April 6th at 5:00 PM. This performance is part of the theatre’s ongoing […]
HITS & MISSES: Nickel Boys: Two Hits
Adapting an acclaimed book for the screen isn’t always wise. Too often, literary devices that propel a story on paper weigh down the visual medium. Thankfully, that’s not the case in […]
Golden Hill Monster Project
Golden Hill Elementary teachers used Fullerton Education Foundation funds to create an integrated writing, photography, and art project. Second-grade teachers Rene Howell and Teresa Carthew read “How to Catch a Monster,” by […]
The Great Kids Art Exhibit Showcases Young Talent in Fullerton
Kids had the opportunity to show their artwork at “The Great Kids Art Exhibit” on Saturday, March 7. The atmosphere was welcoming, relaxed, and vibrant, with about a hundred attendees making their […]
