A fun-filled weekend of rides, food, and entertainment is fast approaching at the annual “4 La Mirada Kids” Community Carnival to be held at Benton Middle School.
Entertainment acts scheduled for the carnival include performances by Benton Middle School Band and Cheer, Grey Matter, Royels Cheer, The Groove and Choir, Squirettes Dance Team, and Glory of Paradise and Alohi Polynesia dancers. A number of craft vendors will be selling handmade items and decorative crafts. Several food trucks will be offering a variety of tasty food items for sale.
Exciting rides and amusements will be offered for those seeking thrills and rides for younger children will also be available. Pre-sale ride ticket books can be obtained for $15 at the La Mirada Resource Center until 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 23. A percentage of the pre-sale proceeds are returned to local schools and organizations.
The La Mirada Community Foundation sponsors the carnival to raise funds for youth and community groups. Carnival days and hours are Friday, April 24, 5-11 p.m.; Saturday, April 25,12-11 p.m.; and Sunday, April 26, 1-6 p.m.For more information, call Community Services at (562) 943-7277.