I am writing to express my strong support for the proposed “Celebrate Orange” weekend—a collaborative, community-wide event showcasing three of our city’s most cherished nonprofit organizations: the Orange Chamber of Commerce Foundation and its historic Orange May Parade, the Orange Plaza Rotary Club and its beloved Car Show, and the Assistance League of Orange Orange Blossoms and their signature Taste of Orange.
Bringing these hallmark events together under one coordinated weekend offers a powerful opportunity to strengthen community engagement, elevate the visibility of these nonprofits, and increase the charitable funds ultimately invested back into the City of Orange. A unified celebration will create a more impactful and memorable experience for residents and visitors alike, amplifying the positive impact each event already brings to our community.
“Celebrate Orange” will also establish a consistent, annual touchstone for our city—one centered on family-friendly programming that captures the spirit, heritage, and warmth that define Orange. A consolidated event weekend allows families to plan ahead, participate more fully, and enjoy a cohesive celebration that reflects the best of our hometown.
Additionally, aligning these events into a single weekend will meaningfully reduce repeated street closures, parking challenges, and general inconvenience for Old Towne businesses and nearby residents. A coordinated schedule provides needed relief while still supporting the economic vitality that these events generate.
Finally, “Celebrate Orange” creates an exciting platform for broader inclusion. By bringing together residents, local nonprofits, restaurants, and retailers, this weekend can become a catalyst for growth—offering new opportunities for community organizations and local businesses to participate, collaborate, and shine. This collective approach strengthens our civic fabric and reinforces the shared pride we all feel for the City of Orange.
For these reasons, I respectfully encourage the City Council to support the establishment of “Celebrate Orange.” This initiative holds tremendous potential to enrich our community, honor our traditions, and foster a spirit of unity and celebration for years to come.
Thank you for your consideration and for your continued commitment to the well-being of our city.
I am writing to express my strong support for the proposed “Celebrate Orange” weekend—a collaborative, community-wide event showcasing three of our city’s most cherished nonprofit organizations: the Orange Chamber of Commerce Foundation and its historic Orange May Parade, the Orange Plaza Rotary Club and its beloved Car Show, and the Assistance League of Orange Orange Blossoms and their signature Taste of Orange.
Bringing these hallmark events together under one coordinated weekend offers a powerful opportunity to strengthen community engagement, elevate the visibility of these nonprofits, and increase the charitable funds ultimately invested back into the City of Orange. A unified celebration will create a more impactful and memorable experience for residents and visitors alike, amplifying the positive impact each event already brings to our community.
“Celebrate Orange” will also establish a consistent, annual touchstone for our city—one centered on family-friendly programming that captures the spirit, heritage, and warmth that define Orange. A consolidated event weekend allows families to plan ahead, participate more fully, and enjoy a cohesive celebration that reflects the best of our hometown.
Additionally, aligning these events into a single weekend will meaningfully reduce repeated street closures, parking challenges, and general inconvenience for Old Towne businesses and nearby residents. A coordinated schedule provides needed relief while still supporting the economic vitality that these events generate.
Finally, “Celebrate Orange” creates an exciting platform for broader inclusion. By bringing together residents, local nonprofits, restaurants, and retailers, this weekend can become a catalyst for growth—offering new opportunities for community organizations and local businesses to participate, collaborate, and shine. This collective approach strengthens our civic fabric and reinforces the shared pride we all feel for the City of Orange.
For these reasons, I respectfully encourage the City Council to support the establishment of “Celebrate Orange.” This initiative holds tremendous potential to enrich our community, honor our traditions, and foster a spirit of unity and celebration for years to come.
Thank you for your consideration and for your continued commitment to the well-being of our city.