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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

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Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Palmdale, California with AmericanTowns Palmdale Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Los Angeles County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Palmdale organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Palmdale is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

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Weekend Activities in and around Palmdale

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Palmdale area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts California’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

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Winning the Real Estate Game in Palmdale in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in California  is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent...

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An Invitation to our Palmdale Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Palmdale, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

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Palmdale School District Installation And Oath Of Office For New Board Members

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Newly elected Board members of the Palmdale School District will be installed Tuesday, December 13, 2011, at 6:00 p.m., in the Board Room of the Roy R. Maryott Education Center,...

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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in California

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a California Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

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Palmdale Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

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The Power of a Single Vote - Palmdale Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Palmdale elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

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Los Angeles County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Los Angeles County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Los Angeles County California area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for California CA

California Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in California. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Palmdale and across the country. With...

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Find California Corn Mazes - Get lost in a California haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a California corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

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Modesto Celebrated in New Book

New from Arcadia Publishing’s Postcard History Series is Modesto.  In over 200 vintage photographs and postcards, repeat author Carl P. Baggese shares the history of the...

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Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for California CA

We have the best California apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of California. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms...

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Back to School for Palmdale - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Palmdale! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

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California Business For Education Excellence Names Palmdale Learning Plaza To The 2010 Honor Roll

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Business Community Recognizes Outstanding Public School for Raising Student Academic Achievement and Reducing Achievement Gap  California Business for Education Excellence...

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Agenda For June 3, 2011

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Agenda:1. Call To Ordera. Presiding Chairperson.2. Roll Calla. Superintendent of Schools.3. Pledge Of Allegiancea. Mrs. Stanford, Clerk of the Board.4. Approve The Agenda As...

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Agenda For May 27, 2011

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Tour of school sites within palmdale school district with Representatives from the antelope valley hispanic chamber of Commerce, palmdale chamber of commerce, antelope valley...

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District Hosts Dominican Teacher Leaders

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Beginning on Friday, May 20, 2011, the Palmdale School District will host two teachers from the Nuestros Pequenos Hermanos (NPH) orphanage school in the Dominican Republic....

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Agenda For April 19, 2011

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Palmdale School District Withdraws The Certificated Reduction In Force

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On February 15, 2011, as a result of the State of California’s action which significantly cut the funding being provided to the Palmdale School District, the Board took action...

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Agenda For April 5, 2011

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Make a difference in Palmdale! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Palmdale area and around...

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Agenda For March 15, 2011

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Agenda For March 1, 2011

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Palmdale School District Celebrates 'Read Across America'

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In 1998, the National Education Association wanted to get kids excited about reading and so the celebration of "Read Across America" began, which is celebrated on Dr....

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Summary For February 15, 2011

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Board meeting: At the 4:00 p.m. session: Focus on Student Achievement- Accountability Progress Report – Juniper – Annette Heins, Principal, presented the report for...

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Agenda For February 15, 2011

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes For Feb 1, 2011

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At the 4:00 p.m. session: Focus on Student Achievement-  Desert Willow Strings under the direction of James Rosenquist – They performed three songs.   Wonderful...

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Agenda For February 5, 2011

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Bev Yoakum Provides a Foundation for Children to Grow

Bev Yoakum doesn't want to keep the spotlight shining on her. After being recognized as a hero for her work in creating a unique early childhood education opportunity for the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Troy Yocum Returns Home

On April 17th 2010 Iraq War veteran Troy Yocum began his hike across the United States to raise awareness of military families in need. On September 3rd, 2011 Troy and Emmie, the...

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Agenda For February 01, 2011

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Joanne Kouris Has Dedicated More Than Two Decades to Delivering Meals

(photo courtesy of 7News) For 21 years, Joanne Kouris has been a friendly face, faithfully delivering hot meals to elderly and home bound neighbors who are now like...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Reilly Starr Coaches Volleyball and Shares Leadership Skills

Reilly Starr is the co-founder of AllStarr Volleyball, an organization whose mission is to encourage young women to become the best athletes they can be in a sport they love:...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Kristen Parkinson Raises Money to Keep Kids Safe from Land Mines

Kristen Parkinson got involved in fundraising at an early age. When she was eight years old she participated in various events that helped raise $20,000 for a dog specially...

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July 4th fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Los Angeles County, CA

Palmdale Fireworks 2011 Find July 4th Fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Los Angeles County, CA. Search for July 4th Restaurants, Things to do and more! ...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Maribeth Shearer is Committed to Caring

For some residents of the senior living community where she works, Maribeth is the daughter they never had or the daughter they wish they had. More than anyone else who works at...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Pamela Cantor Works to Turnaround Failing Schools

Dr. Pamela Cantor has been nationally recognized for her efforts to help improve the lives of children and families. She is a child psychiatrist who has been focusing on...

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Palmdale School District QSCB Allocation

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On Friday, January 14, 2011 the Palmdale School District received an allocation of $25 million from Federal stimulus funds through the Qualified School Construction Bond (QSCB)...

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AmericanTown Heroes: Leslie Perkins Picks Posies for Patients

Leslie Perkins, a hospital volunteer for more than 28 years is also the head of the fresh flower program. In addition to overseeing the placements of fresh flowers in all the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Allan Barsema Builds Life Recovery Plans

The dictionary definition of a carpenter is someone who "builds or repairs wooden structures or their structural parts," which is akin to what Allan Barsema helps do...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Marlene Perez Is An Award-Winning Volunteer

Over the years, Marlene Perez has been commended for her many contributions to her political party as well as her country. As an active Democrat she was recently honored...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Teresa Berg Takes Pictures That Get Animals Placed in Homes

Teresa Berg is a photographer with an eye for the beauty within. She takes everyday subjects, like children and animals and transforms them into extraordinary images to be...

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Palmdale School District Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes For January 18, 2011

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At the 4:00 p.m. session: Focus on Student AchievementDesert Rose Dance Team under the direction of parent Joy Jennings – They performed the song titled, “Fire.”  ...

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