Local Activities & Groups

4-H Hilltoppers
4-H is a national organization for youth ages 5-19, that promotes hands-on learning and is based on parent and volunteer participation.  Hilltoppers, the La Habra Heights branch of 4-H, is run through the University of California. Meetings are held at La Habra Heights Community Center. Meetings are held the 3rd Monday from September through June at 7 pm.  For info contact club leaders Diane Heathman, 562/697-5667 or Michelle Kuester at 714/992-6831.

Festival of Fine Arts
The Festival of Fine Arts has been held each year the last week of February to celebrate the fine arts - art, sculpture, pottery, weaving, jewelry, photography, metal sculpture, woodworking, music and entertainment. Started in 1960 at Hillcrest Congregational Church, the festival is now one of the premier juried art shows in the West, with over 10,000 people attending each year.

Hacienda Golf Club
Hacienda Golf Club has undergone a major re-building and had their Grand Opening in early September 2006. For more information visit their web site at www.haciendagolfclub.com

Highland Riders
Highland Riders, the La Habra Heights equestrian club founded in 1961, has catered to both adult and junior rider needs, and has held four horse shows at The Park each year. An annual banquet awards year end trophies for both English and Western high point winners, as well as Service Awards for individuals providing outstanding service to the club and the community.

Hurricanes Swim Team
The Hurricanes swim team from Hacienda Country Club typically swims six swim meets each summer, providing support and training for youths age 4 to 18. In August trophy winners for the summer  events are announced. Registration information can be obtained from Frank Cordiero at (562) 694-1081.

Los Compadres Men's Club
Los Compadres of La Habra Heights is a mens club that meets approximately eight times each year to discuss local issues and current affairs. About half the time, ladies are invited for special events, which have included wine country tours, concerts and travel. Each April the club hosts the Student Awards Banquet and Scholarship Awards, which honors graduating senior students living in the Heights for outstanding scholastic achievement, and community service. For information contact John Powers at (562) 690-3918.

Lost Animal Network
The Lost Animal Network was formed to assist  pet owners in relocating their own animals or locating  the owner of found animals. Coordinating the process and maintaining the hotline and registry of animals is Jessica Winship at (562) 691-1920.

Rio Hondo Symphony
The Rio Hondo Symphony presents four classical  concerts each year that are offered free to the community and to provide music enrichment programs to area school children. The Cities of Whittier, Rio Hondo and Santa Fe Springs are major donors with substantial assistance from area residents. For further information contact Whittier Community Center or call Beverly Walker at (562) 949-2010.