Community Events
District Community Events
Each year the District hosts several community events that are held on the cemetery grounds. Coordination of these events is handled by District or Cemetery staff members. If you are interested in participating in any of these events or want additional information, please contact Mary Funk, District Secretary at (949) 951-9102, extension 110. Upcoming events are listed below and will also be posted on the Events section of the District web page.
APRIL
El Toro Memorial Park Historial Walk - April 21, 2018 Plans are in the works to present a historical walk at El Toro Memorial Park during the month of April. Costumed actors will portray historical figures interred in the park. If you have ever been curious about El Toro Memorial Park and would like to learn more about some of the notable figures interred on the grounds as well as some local history, watch for more information coming soon. The event is free to the public and will take place rain or shine. To reserve a tour time, please call the Cemetery Office at (949) 951-9102. To view a PDF of the event flyer, please click on the link below:
EL TORO MEMORIAL PARK FREE HISTORICAL TOURS
MAY
Memorial Day Observances - Monday, May 28, 2018 Every Memorial Day each District cemetery holds a Memorial Day program. The program at Santa Ana Cemetery begins at 10:00 am. The programs at El Toro Memorial Park and Anaheim Cemetery both begin at 11:00 am. The events are free and the public is encouraged to attend. Events will take place rain or shine. As these events draw closer, please click on the links below for specific information on each Cemetery's program.
Anaheim Cemetery
El Toro Memorial Park
Santa Ana Cemetery
OCTOBER
Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society - 21st Annual Cemetery Tour
On October 20, 2018 the Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society will hold its 21st annual historic walk on the grounds of Santa Ana Cemetery and Fairhaven Memorial Park. During the tour, costumed actors portray scenes from personal stories and interesting moments in Orange County history. As the event draws closer an event flyer will be available at the link below:
Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society - 21st Annual Cemetery Tour
NOVEMBER
Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) - Friday, November 2, 2018
In honor of Day of the Dead, Anaheim Cemetery will be hosting a special event. Our 3rd annual Dia de los Muertos program will feature mariachi musicians and Ballet Folklorico Donaji - a youth dance troupe with performers ages 4 to 21 who will entertain guests with a variety of traditional dances. While supplies last, visitors will enjoy free light refreshments including Pan de Muertos prepared by a local Anaheim Mexican bakery and free small marigold bouquets. We also encourage families to build ofrendas on the gravesites of their loved ones. All three District cemeteries extend our flower schedule so that items may be placed on gravesites for an extended period before and after Dia de los Muertos.
Veterans Day Observance - Sunday, November 11, 2018 El Toro Memorial Park will be hosting its 30th Annual Veterans Day Observance at 11:00 a.m. The event features a keynote speaker, a color guard provided by American Legion Post 862, wreath presentations by officials from surrounding cities, an Honor Guard Firing Salute provided by VFW Edward J. Kearns Post 6024, and special music. To view last year's event flyer, please click on the link below. A new flyer will be available as the event draws closer.
"El Toro Memorial Park - Veterans Day Observance"
DECEMBER
Angel Of Hope Candlelight Vigil - Tuesday, December 6, 2018 Located at El Toro Memorial Park, the Angel of Hope monument is a place for grieving parents to gather who have lost a child of any age, for any reason. Every December 6th, families gather at 7:00 pm for a candlelight vigil. The program features special guest speakers, poetic readings, and special music. Perhaps the most anticipated moment of the program comes when families are invited to speak their child's name and place white flowers at the base of the Angel of Hope Statue. Candles are provided for the adults and it is recommended that you bring a flashlight and a lawn chair. For more information, contact Lisa Popper at (714) 658-0797. As more information becomes available, it can be viewed by clicking on the link below:
"El Toro Memorial Park - Angel of Hope Candlelight Vigil"
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