CVCA Meeting Planned

The Crescenta Valley Community Association will have its monthly meeting on Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. On the agenda is a discussion on two proposed building projects on Foothill Boulevard as well as other land use issues in the Crescenta Valley. 

Contact the CVCA at crescentavalleycommunityassn@gmail.com with questions and for Zoom meeting information.

CVIM Benefits from Fundraiser

Crescenta Valley Instrumental Music has a dine-out fundraiser at the La Cañada Panda Express at 700 Foothill Blvd. on Wednesday, Aug. 26 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Patrons can enter the code 315295 in the promo code box when ordering online or mention the dine-out if going in person.

Cooling Stations Open through Friday

In anticipation of this week’s heat wave, the City of Glendale Community Services & Parks Dept. will open Griffith Manor Park, 1551 Flower St. as a cooling station through Friday, Aug. 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The City of Glendale encourages those who do not have a cool place to be during the hottest time of the day to come to the facility to cool off.  Social distancing protocols will be observed; participants must wear a face covering at all times and will undergo a temperature check prior to entering the facility.

Those who plan to be outdoors should take precautions to protect themselves from the sun and heat.

• Avoid the sun from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. when the burning rays are strongest.

• Reduce physical activity.

• Wear a wide-brimmed hat and light-colored, lightweight, loose-fitting clothes when outside.

• Avoid hot, heavy meals that include proteins.

• Set air conditioners between 75° and 80°. Those who don’t have air-conditioning should take a cool shower twice a day.

• Drink plenty of fluids, even if not thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine.

• Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 if in the sun.

• Stay in shade whenever working outdoors.

• Don’t forget about pets; they need plenty of water and shade.

Symptoms of dehydration and heat cramps include dizziness, fatigue, faintness, headaches, rapid heartbeat, muscle cramps and increased thirst. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should seek immediate medical attention or call 911.

The Community Services & Parks Dept. also has the Cooling Fan Assistance Program available to eligible low-income seniors who live within the boundaries of the City of Glendale.