Hi John,
I think it’s a great idea to have Downey Beat answer questions that residents may have from time to time!
My question is: When will the Treasure Island Park open?
Thank you. Dora Mok
Thank you for the question Dora! We just got word that Treasure Island Park will be open June 1st. And there will be a …

Photo by John Zander
Sunday afternoon the Alley Cats performed to fans at the Downey Theater. There was a really impressive turn out for the Doo-Wop group.
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I had not seen the Alley Cats before this show, and I was quite impressed. I didn’t know what to expect out of a four piece Doo-Wop …

Treasure Island Park in progressPhoto by Mario Guerra
The Re-Opening of Treasure Island Park is finally here! Join this special event on Saturday June 1st at 11:00am – 9300 Bluff Road. Bring the family to enjoy free activities for kids and health snacks and drinks.

I think there are probably a lot of residents saying, “Where is …

Century 21s Steve Roberson making his donation
CENTURY 21 MY REAL ESTATE CO. ANNUAL BLOOD –
Last year Century 21 My Real Estate members as well as the community showed up in droves to provide  support for the Annual “Spring” Blood Drive.   It’s that time again to show our support to the American Red Cross and …

NORWALK, Calif. – May 21, 2013 - Cerritos College’s Teacher TRAC (Training Academy) program honored 47 Teacher TRAC program students on Thursday, May 16, as they moved closer to gaining a bachelor’s degree and teaching credential from one of its partner CSU campuses. The new group of graduates joins the growing party of over 500 Teacher TRAC …

 
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On Saturday, Downey’s Rancho Los Amigos Rehabilitation Center held their 7th annual “Roll Around The Ranch 5K and Health and Wellness Fair.” Over 1200 participants took part in the walk and roll, and 60 vendors attended. This years event was the biggest the center has had to date.
Mayor Guerra and Rancho patient …

Mayor Guerra in Dublin with Lord Mayor Claire Byrne
Mayor Guerra is in Dublin Ireland today with Deputy Lord Mayor Claire Byrne of Dublin at The Lord Mayors Mansion. Mayor Guerra said, “She is wearing the Clancy Chain, only one in world, made of Gold and very heavy.Sshe has to wear at every official function. It …

A beautiful day with some really beautiful peoplePhoto by John Zander
On Saturday May 18th, Downey’s Wilderness Park was stocked with smiles… and 500 pounds of catfish.
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The Downey Rotary Club once again hosted a day of fishing, fun and lunch for some of the wonderful students of the Arc. “The purpose of the event …