Kick off your Saturday with a community event. Watch performances from students at Gerry Blanks’ Studio during the Marquez block party.
PHOTO: Rich Schmitt/CTN
After a long summer, it is time to reconnect with neighbors and friends. There’s no better place to do that than at the Marquez Knolls Block Party (MKPOA) which will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 14.
MKPOA Past President Haldis Toppel promises fun for everyone from the oldest to the youngest. This community event is eagerly anticipated by residents.
This year live performances are planned by Alper’s Young Musician, Gerry Blanks Martial Arts Studio, Palisades Dance Studio and New Vibes Gymnastics.
There will be a dedicated kids’ zone, featuring a bounce house, balloon artist, a face painter and a magician.
A local business, the Oasis Spa, will be giving free-mini massages. Rony’s will provide free coffee. Flu shots will be available at Marquez Pharmacy, and best of all, parking is free all day.
LAPD police cars and LAFD fire trucks will allow old and young to climb on and take selfies.
All store owners will participate in exciting raffle prize giveaways. Last year, CTN reported “one of the favorite prizes selected was 10 Domino’s Pizzas, followed by assorted gift baskets. A determined 10-year-old winner chose the grand prize, a security system from ACS, valued at $1,000. ‘It’s for my family,’ the boy said.”