Upcoming events
Here you will find events of all forms: resource fairs, awareness tablings, mental health forums, mobile health services & more….
This calendar is updated as much as possible, but may not have all of our events present.
School-Based & Community Events
At Villages of California, events play a large role in the work we do and the impact we create. Whether it is a school-based event providing aid, resources, mental health awareness, or stigma reduction OR it is an event that seeks to cater to the needs of our community, in our community, to help our clients thrive both physically and mentally - events are a chance for us to put our community-based approach into motion.
We are currently partnered with Anaheim Elementary School District and have events at their school sites on a weekly basis. If you are an AESD parent or want a more detailed calendar of AESD happenings, use the calendar below!
Anaheim Elementary School District
Are you looking for our Food Distributions by your child’s school site?
View AESD Mary’s Kitchen Calendar here
MasterPeace
Join us for our 2nd annual MasterPeace Art Show, an evening of art, community, mental health awareness, perspective and refreshments. This juried art show is a community event created alongside The Art Spread, a non-profit organization dedicated to the power of art. MasterPeace is an all schools, all grades art show that will have a panel of judges, finalist, and winners per grade category! The intention behind this Art Show is not only to speak to the benefits of art, but to acknowledge the power of art as a way to experience our emotions and feelings 🎨
Know Your Rights Presentation
Catholic Charities of Orange County will be presenting a literacy workshop on KNOWING YOUR RIGHTS, and will be providing Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Presentation will be in both English/Spanish
Families Together OC Mobile Clinic
Access Health Resources from our community partner Families Together Orange County.
Continuing Education with Santiago Canyon College
Learn more about continuing your education @ SANTIAGO CANYON COLLEGE with 100% FREE tuition classes.
Study in-person or online! Flexible morning, afternoon, night and weekend schedule.
Improve your English
Finish High School
Train for a New Career
Become a U.S. Citizen
Start a New Hobby
Join Virtually: https://meet.google.com/bwu-wkkh-kxp
Financial Literacy Workshop with Unify Credit Union
Prepare for Financial Independence. Join UNIFY Financial Credit Union for an opportunity to learn and grow from your experiences.
Teens and Money Workshop: The goal of the workshop is to prepare participants for financial independence by providing information on basic financial issues, including money management, preparing for future bills, checking and savings account management and using credit wisely.
If you plan to attend, please send email to alan@villagesofca.com to RSVP. Questions? Reach Out To: mayra.castrovelasquez@unifyfcu.com
Holiday Distribution
In partnership with Anaheim Elementary School District, Mary’s Kitchen, and Pueblos of California, we will be hosting a food & baby basics supply distribution prior to Christmas in order to make sure our families have the essential resources they need. These events are first come first serve and registration is not required. Please bring your own bag for groceries & baby basics (this distribution is optional). Our baby basics supplies include items like formula, baby food, diapers, wipes, clothing, comfort items, gear, feeding and nursing items, etc. This distribution is planned to include books, toys, large items (e.g. bikes, play mats, etc.).
Thanksgiving Distribution
In partnership with Anaheim Elementary School District, Mary’s Kitchen, and Pueblos of California, we will be hosting a food & baby basics supply distribution prior to Thanksgiving in order to make sure our families have the essential resources they need. These events are first come first serve and registration is not required. Please bring your own bag for groceries & baby basics (this distribution is optional and will include items like formula, baby food, diapers, wipes, clothing, comfort items, etc.).
City of Anaheim Suicide Prevention Event
Villages of CA will be participating in a Suicide Prevention Event with the City of Anaheim & City Councilwoman Natalie Rubalcava in honor of #suicideawarenessmonth 💜 we will be there alongside other community organizations to spread awareness and open a dialogue around mental health and suicide prevention 🗣️ You will be able to participate in a mindfulness activity about what grounds you.
Men's Mental Health Awareness Tabling Event @ Golden Road
June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. Over 6 million men struggle with depression each year. We want to foster self-care and reduce the stigma. 1 in 3 men think they’ve had a diagnosable mental health condition at some point in their life, but sadly so many go untreated. Join us at Golden Road Brewing to have an open discussion about mental health. Let’s talk about ways to reduce stress, practice self-care, and positively impact our mental health. All are welcome and encouraged to stop by! No RSVP necessary.
VOC's "Reclaiming the Journey" Documentary Screening
Join us at the amazing Frida Cinema on Thursday, June 27th for another screening of our documentary “Reclaiming the Journey” 📽️🗣️
Follow five people’s stories and watch as they reclaim their journey around mental health. Listen to them talk about the reality of mental health…
What’s the reality? Mental health does not discriminate and it is something we all live with.
Help us destigmatize mental health by talking about it. Join us for an evening of conversation, viewing, and resource opportunities 🧠🗣️
Refreshments & popcorn will be provided 🍿
Please RSVP for this FREE event here
Wellness on Wheels - Juneteenth Celebration with Advance OC
Our very own Giovanna Sanguinetti Colón will be a facilitator at an upcoming Juneteenth Event with Advance OC for their Mane Expression Self-Care Series! She will be facilitating alongside Torhon Barnes. as they advocate for general wellness and highlighting the importance of taking care of yourself through physical wellness and mental wellness! Join us for WELLNESS on WHEELS at the Fountain Valley Skating Center on June 20th from 6-8pm. The first 100 participants SKATE FOR FREE!
RSVP on EventBrite for this no-cost event.
MasterPeace Art Show
Join us for an evening of art, community, mental health awareness, perspective and refreshments. We will be hosting a juried art show alongside The Art Spread - an all schools, all grades art show that will have a panel of judges, finalist, and winners per grade category!
The intention behind this Art Show is not only to speak to the benefits of art, but to acknowledge the power of art as a way to experience our emotions and feelings 🎨In this case, we are asking our students to consider: HOW DO YOU MASTER PEACE? How do they interpret it or how can they portray it?
By encouraging them to draw this interpretation and their answer, we are exposing students and families to the art world, encouraging self-expression, connecting community members, and creating a space forthem to come together.
Mental Health Forum: Documentary + Panel Discussion
Council Member Ahmad Zahra presents, in association with the Fullerton Collaborative, a Villages of CA Documentary Screening + Panel Discussion 📽️🗣️⚙️
We will be screening our documentary “Reclaiming the Journey” followed by an expert panel discussion with: Wound Walk, High Hopes Counseling, OC Health Care Agency, and one of our own VOC representatives - Amanda Garcia.
We will have Helen Marie Diaz with us as a Keynote Speaker, whose story you will learn about in the documentary itself - a documentary about reclaiming one’s journey with mental health. Because mental health doesn’t discriminate…Every person. Every age group. Every walk of life. Every profession. It can be a struggle for all of us.
So, join us in a conversation about mental health, its impact on our youth, seniors and the unhoused, stigma reduction and available services.
AESD Mental Health Resource Fair
Our 2nd Annual Mental Health Resource Fair will take place in partnership with Anaheim Elementary School District. The event is in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month and will be an opportunity for the community to access resources, reduce the stigma around mental health, and learn about services. Join us for a day of games, raffles, music, refreshments, and resources! We will have over 20 community partners there with us!