Topic: Events

The 4th Annual Greater Alarm Gala is less than a month away, and already, the anticipation is building. This year, there are so many things for us to consider when opening the Fallen Firefighter Memorial Plaza for this prestigious event. The LAFD lost a gallant firefighter, Brent Lovrien this year. Several other firefighters passed away, due to on-the-job-related illnesses. And, the Fallen Firefighter Memorial Plaza was completed this past August.

This year also marks some important changes. The event has grown up a bit, and we're eager to make certain everyone has the best time possible while in our company. We've added fun things to do - get your photo taken while sliding the fire pole in the station, or get photographed and have your image matted onto a fire engine. If you enjoy cigars, we'll have a talented cigar-roller there to work his magic - just for you.

As with years past, we're offering up a tremendous menu, all prepared by LA City Firefighters. And, we've added food service lines to provide faster service. Coffee and deserts are being brought to the table, and we'll keep you entertained with a variety of aerialists, fire dancers, videos, and much more.

So, please join us for a worthwhile cause and a fun evening. Forget the daily drama of life in Los Angeles and escape to Historic Fire Station 27 in Hollywood. You'll be glad you did.

Additional information is available at: www.greateralarmgala.org

If you haven't been to the grand opening of a new fire station, it's a terrific way to start the day. On August 16, 2008, the Los Angeles Fire Department will celebrate the opening of its latest construction project: The New Fire Station 43.

Here's the scoop:

Saturday, August 16, 2008
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Fire Station 43
3690 Motor Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90034

West Los Angeles is an active part of the Southern California Landscape and this Fire Station will be busy as well. With a combination of homes, apartments, and commercial businesses, the mix of emergency runs will keep these firefighters on the go.

The LAFD Historical Society will be a part of the festivities - we'll be bringing our mobile gift shop to the event. If you're interested in some authentic LAFD wearables, hats, shirts, and patches... or, if you're ready to teach your kids about fire safety, we've got books and DVDs you'll enjoy. Best of all, we've got models of helicopters, fire engines, and much more. So, don't miss out on the fun.

Join us and have some fun, eat some cake, and pick up a model fire engine for the kids. See you there!