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Published September 21City Celebration - Civil War & 9/11 Resolve
Posted 9/21/26 The Last Commander By Kathie Schey, City Archivist In 1930, Henry George Thomas, an old man wearing his faded Union Army uniform, was driven to the end of the pier. He was the guest of honor at the American Legion’s Memorial Day event. Only a few years earlier,…
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Published September 17Huntington Beach is the First Destination in California to be Sensory-Inclusive Certified by KultureCity
Posted 9/17/26 Citywide Initiative Expands Support for Residents, Visitors, Employees, and Individuals with Sensory Needs Huntington Beach, Calif.— The City of Huntington Beach, alongside Visit Huntington Beach and private tourism-facing businesses, has secured Huntington Beach…
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Published September 17Scouts Leave Their Mark on Huntington Beach Parks
Posted Sept. 17, 2026 From keeping four-legged park visitors hydrated to restoring native habitat, local Scouts are making a lasting impact on Huntington Beach parks and public spaces. We are proud to highlight a few of the outstanding Eagle Scout projects completed this year.…
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Published September 16National Dog Week September 20-26, 2026
By Ellen Kuhnert, City Celebration Committee Member Every September, communities across the country can celebrate one of the most beloved members of the American family: the dog. National Dog Week is more than an excuse to share photos of our four-legged friends or give them an…
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Published September 14Growing More Than Vegetables: A Community Partnership That Gives Back
For more than 15 years, the Huntington Beach Community Garden has been growing something that goes far beyond fruits, vegetables, flowers and herbs - it has been growing community. Established in 2009, the Garden began its partnership with the City of Huntington Beach in 2020.…
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Published September 12City Celebration - Honoring Our Symbols & Sacrifice - Our City Logo
Our Logo – The Symbol of Our City By Kathie Schey, City Archivist This year we celebrate the 250 th anniversary of our nation’s independence. For the last 117 years of that time, the City of Huntington Beach has contributed to the national history through its own. These…
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Published September 12Celebrate 10 Years of the Senior Center in Central Park July 11!
On July 11, 2016, the Senior Center in Central Park opened its doors, ushering in a new era of service for older adults in Huntington Beach. By transitioning from a small, outdated space to a modern 37,000‑square‑foot facility, the center dramatically expanded the community’s…
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Published September 12City Celebration - Honoring Our Symbols & Sacrifice - Central Park's American Eagles
By Kathie Schey, City Archivist The Bald Eagle was confirmed by Congress in 1782 as the central component of our nation’s Great Seal. It was sacred to many Native Americans well before then. The emblem has appeared on everything from military buttons, to signage and passports and…
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Published September 12National Senior Citizen Day - August 21 Celebrating Seniors in HB
National Senior Citizens Day on August 21 is a chance to recognize the contributions and experiences of older adults in our community. Seniors continue to volunteer, support local organizations, care for family members, share their knowledge, and find new ways to stay involved.…
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Published September 12City Celebration - Honor & Valor: Huntington Beach Remembers Our Purple Heart Recipients
Published Aug. 13, 2026 By Julian Douglas, City Celebration Committee Member As Huntington Beach joins communities across the nation in commemorating America’s 250th anniversary, we are reminded that the story of our country is not found only in history books, monuments, or the…
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Published September 12City Celebration - The Coast Guard: Always Ready, Always There
Posted Aug. 19, 2026 By Julian Douglas, City Celebration Committee Member As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we are reminded that protecting our nation has always taken many forms. Few are as unique as the United States Coast Guard, a service that protects our nation’s…