H2 Whoa Yes, the big story all over Southern California and beyond was and continues to be rain, rain, and a lot more rain, and of course, there are areas in and […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Mid-February 2024
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Peter Shaffer’s “Amadeus”
The Maverick Theater begins its 2024 season with Peter Shaffer’s “Amadeus,” directed by Brian Newell. “Amadeus” is a gripping drama and a wonderful celebration of the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. When […]
Fullerton Art Walk with Free Exhibit Admission Tonight & Opening at the Ranii Gallery
The collaborative spirit embedded in these artworks epitomizes the essence of the sister-city partnership between the Fullerton School District and Fukui, Japan. The featured art stems from an annual international art exchange […]
The Ron Kobayashi Trio
On a crisp Saturday night in Fullerton, many people warmed themselves under heat lamps in the outdoor area of Les Amis to listen to the jazz stylings of The Ron Kobayashi Trio. […]
Rotary Club of Fullerton commemorates 100 years of service by dedicating a clock to the City of Fullerton
The Rotary Club of Fullerton dedicated and presented as a gift to the City of Fullerton a free-standing 13 ft, 4-sided post clock located in the Fullerton Museum Plaza on Wednesday, […]
Downtown Report: Early February 2024
Big Loss Dave Waech was a fixture downtown, in particular at Villa del Sol. If you spent time there during the day, you were sure to see him roaming the courtyard, […]
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City Council Approves Union Pacific Trail Phase Two Updated Plan
The Fullerton City Council voted unanimously to approve an updated concept for the Union Pacific Trail Phase Two project on January 16, 2024. The approval signifies a step forward in the city’s […]
See Fullerton Union High School’s Production of “A Monster Calls” on Friday, January 12th at 7 pm
Fullerton Union High School’s theatre program is thrilled to announce the outstanding success of its production of “A Monster Calls” at the 2023 California Educational Theatre Association’s (CETA) High School Theatre Festival. […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: January 2024
The DOWNTOWN Report: January 2024 Above: Dashing With Darden traveling concert performs carols on Wilshire. Below: Fanny and The Tremors played classic rock at Back Alley. Wilshire Weekend The […]
Fullerton Rings in 2024 as Downtown Comes Alive for a Happy New Year
Ringing in the New Year with the City of Fullerton’s much-anticipated annual New Year’s Eve celebration, First Night. On Sunday, December 31, 2023, from 7pm to Midnight a spectacular celebration for the […]
Art Walk Fullerton: December 1, 2023
Art Walk happens on the first Friday of every month. The venues, live music, and artists change each time. To participate or to find the newest information, contact Modelmania (the new hope […]
Tony Bushala Threatens City with a Lawsuit Over Wilshire Road Closure
Fullerton City Council voted at their August 16, 2022, meeting to establish an outdoor dining “parklet” program on the Walk on Wilshire (WOW) outdoor dining area. The closure sparked much discussion between […]
The Return of Fullerton’s ‘First Night’ New Year’s Eve Celebration will Feature Fireworks
The City of Fullerton is thrilled to announce the return of its much-anticipated annual New Year’s Eve celebration, First Night, on Sunday, December 31, 2023, from 7:00 pm to midnight at the […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Mid-December 2023
2023 In Review Once again, an artificially designated “New Year” is nearly upon us, so we look back at what took place, what we did, what we did not do, and what […]
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The DOWNTOWN Report: Early December 2023
The Charleston The very tall gentleman with flowing white hair and a cowboy hat was taking in the room. He looked overwhelmed, so I went over and asked him what was up. […]
Fullerton Museum Center hosted the annual Tree and Menorah lighting in downtown
The Fullerton Museum Center hosted the winter market and tree & menorah lighting ceremony downtown Fullerton on Saturday, December 2. The center’s Winter Market included local vendors, performances, arts and crafts for […]
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City of Fullerton Gears Up for Annual Tree and Menorah Lighting Ceremony to Kick Off Holiday Season
The City of Fullerton is delighted to announce the Annual Tree and Menorah Lighting Ceremony. This cherished holiday tradition will illuminate the heart of downtown with festive cheer on December 2nd at […]
Fullerton Hosts Annual ROAR Festival
The ROAR Festival, a free celebration of Korean music, arts, culture, and cuisine, took place at the Downtown Fullerton Plaza October 27-29. Opening Day brought out local officials to a sparse crowd, […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Mid-November 2023
A Brief History of Union Pacific Park Fullerton began as a railroad town and remains a railroad town, with our restored Santa Fe Station and plenty of train traffic consisting of freight […]
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No Veteran’s Day Parade for Fullerton
Marilyn Harris, the commander of the American Legion in Fullerton, spoke at the City Council meeting on November 7. She welcomed the council and the public to participate in the 36th annual […]
Fullerton Art Town: What Feels Like Home CLOSES this Sunday, November 12th
Hurry to see this beautiful, diverse exhibit and feel at home with the Fullerton Museum Center. Closing Event and light Reception on Sunday! Artist-in-Focus: In Conversation with the curators of the show, […]
Bringing Pride and Equality to Fullerton
Fullerton City Councilmember Ahmad Zahra — the first openly gay Muslim of any city council in the nation, spoke to a crowd at an Equality California fundraiser held at Matador […]
The DOWNTOWN Report Early November 2023
OctoBoo Fest Downtown Fullerton Plaza was a safe trick-or-treating event for kids on October 26. There was a costume parade, bounce house, face painting, food vendors, and plenty of treats for the […]
Fullerton Museum Center: What Feels Like Home is still open until November 12th
Fullerton Art Town: What Feels Like Home is still open until November 12th. Hurry to see the last of this beautiful exhibit and feel at home with our museum. Artist […]
Sunday, October 29 is the last day of the Roar Festival at Fullerton Plaza
Sun, Oct 29 at 3pm to 8pm at the lively Fullerton Downtown Plaza, 125 East Wilshire Avenue, Fullerton. Admission was absolutely free! Photos of the Roar Festival: a cornucopia of Korean culture, […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Mid-October 2023
The DOWNTOWN Report Mid-October 2023 New in town Allison’s Goods They have moved into the former Farmer’s Insurance building at 815 North Harbor and will have a Soft Opening on Sunday, October […]
Community Mid-October 2023
Left: Monica Patricia, wife of Jeff Mayhew the GM of the Charleston with Brian Torres Right: Tim Johnson, Dave Smits, Amanda Rue, Francis Sinatra, Malori Sinatra, and Taylor Wright Grand Opening of The […]
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Three Fullerton teens are in custody after assaulting Fullerton College Campus Safety Officer
Fullerton Police Officers were dispatched to Fullerton College, located at 321 E. Chapman Ave, regarding the disturbance of the peace. The reporting party advised dispatch that a Fullerton College Campus Safety Officer […]
Downtown Report: Early October 2023
New in Town Chako’s Social Chako’s Social has just opened also, at 101 S Harbor. They promise to be “the hottest new restaurant and Supper Club in Southern California, with bold flavors, […]
