This 1989 docudrama about the life of Karen Carpenter stars Cynthia Gibb as the singer and Mitchell Anderson as her brother Richard. Karen's death serve to publicize the dangers of anorexia nervosa and bulimia. The screening is part of the Carpenters 55th Anniversary celebration in Downey.
Bringing awareness and resources for our communities with special needs. Our goal is to celebrate individuals with special needs, while providing them and their families with resources. Event includes games, info sessions, food trucks, resource vendors.
An inaugural community event featuring Southern California student mariachi groups (6th grade through college) coming together to perform for their community. The student ensembles will each receive feedback and coaching from Mariachi industry experts following their performances. Then the top student group will perform with Lupita as a grand finale! The event provides a music … Continue reading DUSD Mariachi Music Festival
Carpenters historian Chris May will be teaming up with coauthor and entertainment journalist Mike Cidoni Lennox to discuss the creation of their book, Carpenters: The Musical Legacy (written with Richard Carpenter in 2021). The authors will share some behind-the-scenes stories and anecdotes related to what went into the tedious and exhaustive process in a fun and informative … Continue reading Carpenters: Behind the Musical Legacy – Grand Finale Event
Family-friendly Cinco de Mayo Festival in Downtown Downey. Music, small business vendors, and more.
The Assistance League spring fundraiser - "Be Our Guests" - will include dinner and activities at the historic Casa de Parley Johnson. Event will include dinner, gaming tables, themed raffle baskets, and more. Tickets are available at the Second Tyme Around Thrift Shop.
Downey's annual street faire on Brookshire. Vendors, food trucks, music, and much more. Fun for the whole family. On Brookshire between Firestone and 5th St.
Downey's annual recognition of those invaluable volunteers who are essential to a healthy, vibrant, community.
Join "Gangs Out of Downey" as their celebrate their scholarship recipients. Formal Attire. Contact: info@downeygood.org
An event for the whole family! Get up close with emergency rescue demonstrations, Public Works trucks, police patrol vehicles, K9 unit, fire engines, construction equipment, and more. For info: mpineda-campos@downeyca.org