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Heat advisory Aug. 21-22: Beat the heat at City cooling centers

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat watch for Orange County Inland Areas, including Santa Ana, from August 21-22, 2025. The City of Santa Ana’s Delhi Branch library, community centers and senior centers are available as cooling centers for all residents at the following times and locations: Library Delhi Branch Library, 505 E. … Continued

COSAS Newsletter: August 19, 2025

In the August 19, 2025, edition of City of Santa Ana Stories (COSAS), meet the City’s new executive directors, share your ideas about shaping the future of First Street, see new road and infrastructure projects we’ve recently completed, and find more news and events. Subscribe to COSAS Spotlight Photo Summer Splash Day Camp Photo Credit: … Continued

Paramedic subscription program available for Santa Ana residents

The City of Santa Ana is offering a voluntary paramedic subscription program designed to help residents save on emergency medical response costs. In an effort to curb the high cost of ambulance transport service, this annual subscription provides unlimited access to Santa Ana’s contracted emergency medical system for Santa Ana residents and those in their … Continued

Only ‘Safe and Sane’ fireworks are legal July 1-4

As the Independence Day holiday approaches, we would like to remind our community that only fireworks bearing the “Safe and Sane” seal are permitted to be used within the city limits July 1-4. The use of illegal fireworks may contribute to serious injuries and fires in our community. Possession and/or use of illegal fireworks is … Continued

The summer edition of CULTURA magazine is here

The summer edition of CULTURA, Santa Ana’s official community magazine, is now available and filled with everything you need to enjoy the season! Inside, you’ll find a full program guide for Parks and Recreation, the Santa Ana Public Library, and the Santa Ana Zoo. You’ll also discover an events calendar and inspiring stories from around … Continued

Newhope Library to temporarily close for renovations starting July 2

Exciting changes are coming to the Newhope Library! Beginning Wednesday, July 2, the library will close for a major renovation project that will bring new spaces and updated features. The renovation will include: New glass storefront style entrance and lobby New colorful and inviting building façade New Innovation Center to provide STEM learning opportunities Fully … Continued

Sign up for adult and youth summer classes and programs

July is just around the corner, and so is a new season of fun with Santa Ana Parks and Recreation! Whether you’re trying something new or building on a favorite hobby, our summer sessions offer exciting options for all ages. Explore art workshops, fitness classes, or enroll your child in Summer Splash Day Camp. There’s … Continued

Santa Ana Zoo to stay open late in July

This July, enjoy extra time with your favorite animals as the Santa Ana Zoo extends its hours on weekends and select Wednesdays. Stay past the usual 5 p.m. closing time and experience the Zoo in a whole new way. Extended hours are included with regular admission. Weekend hours in July: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. … Continued

COSAS Newsletter: June 27, 2025

In the June 27, 2025, edition of the City Manager’s newsletter, visit our Know Your Rights page to find immigration services and other resources,  learn about the City’s newly approved budget, catch a movie in the park,  get active in adult and youth summer programs, and find more Santa Ana news and events. Subscribe to … Continued

City celebrates groundbreaking of Memorial Park Aquatics Center

The City of Santa Ana celebrated the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Memorial Park Aquatics Center, a $29.3 million project that will completely transform and modernize the Memorial Park swimming pool originally built in 1956. Mayor Valerie Amezcua, Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez, Councilmember Jessie Lopez, Councilmember David Penaloza, and City Manager Alvaro Nuñez led the … Continued

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