HOW EDISON LIT UP HOLLYWOOD’S GOLDEN AGE

When we hear the name Thomas Edison, it’s most likely the invention of the light bulb that comes to mind and how it changed the world. Few today know how the great inventor once tried to dim the growth of the American film industry—and inadvertently sparked the birth of Hollywood.

ONE COUNTY, ONE BOOK

As part of the One County, One Book program, readers are invited to join OCPL’s book club discussions to explore intergenerational themes, including family dynamics, cultural identity, and the refugee experience as reflected in Viet Than Nguyen’s The Sympathizer.

COMPOSTING PRESENTATION

Calling all gardeners! Interested in how composting can help your garden and contribute to sustainability at the same time? Learn all about composting and its benefits from an OC Waste and Recycling speaker. The presentation will take place on Saturday, March 22 from 2-3 p.m.

FAMILY CRAFT NIGHT

Hey kids! Get your hands dirty and learn all about your vegetables by learning how to plant some seeds and the life cycle of plants! Our Kindergarten Readiness Family Craft Night will occur on Tuesday, March 11 from 4-5 p.m. at the library, 17635 Los Alamos St.

THE USS IOWA: HISTORY IN YOUR BACKYARD

“ You sank my battleship!” You know the game, but have you been aboard a real battleship? There’s one practically in your backyard -- right up the 405 freeway in San Pedro. She’s the USS Iowa (BB61), the lead ship of the last class of battleships built and deployed by the U.S.

►Find the Fountain

There is a small fountain hidden among the pages of this magazine. The first person to email a photo of themselves pointing to the fountain to publisher@fvlm.com will win a $10 Starbucks gift card and have their photo published in the next issue.

AROUND TOWN

The Fount church celebrated 60 years of ministry in Fountain Valley on Feb. 1.

IRISH SODA BREAD

Afamily tradition in our household, my mom and Fountain Valley resident, Mary Heslin, has been baking this bread for family, friends, and neighbors for many years. This recipe has been handed down over several generations, originating in County Cork, Ireland.

29TH ANNUAL SURF CITY MARATHON

Alongside Surf City’s Pacific Ocean coastline, thousands of runners laced up to race in the 29th edition of the Surf City Marathon on Feb. 2.