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Carved at Descanso Gardens is a family-friendly event for all ages. For three weeks in October, hundreds of carved pumpkins line the Camellia Forest. This year’s event is bigger and better than before, with all kinds of new activities. The last day to visit is October 31st - visit today! 

You can watch on Channel 92 or 94 on most cable systems, or anytime here. Catch up on LA County Close-Up here.

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Upcoming Webinar: A Conversation Around Reproductive Healthcare

Join us for a conversation around reproductive coercion and access to sexual and reproductive healthcare. Learn about local and out-of-state reproductive care after the overturning of Roe v. Wade from professionals in the healthcare and domestic violence advocacy fields. Leave with a better understanding of how to serve survivors navigating challenges around reproductive care.

Get Vaccinated at Home

If you or a loved one have difficulty leaving the home to get vaccinated against COVID-19, you can request in-home vaccination by calling 2-1-1 or the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Vaccine Call Center at 833-540-0473 (8am-8:30pm; 7 days a week).

Residents can also fill out the online request form (multiple language options available) or visit ph.lacounty.gov/vaxathome for more information. Referrals from caregivers, loved ones, organizations, agencies, providers (among others) are welcome. All doses are available for eligible individuals ages 6 months and older at no cost.

The Fall 2022 booster is also available for eligible individuals. Other family members or caregivers can be vaccinated during the same visit. For resources related to paratransit and free rides for vaccination, call the Public Health Vaccine Call Center or visit the How To Get Vaccinated page.

At Your Service

CalFresh Market Match Program

There are over 30 farmers’ markets in L.A. County where you can shop with CalFresh AND get between $10-$15 worth of market match vouchers to buy even more fresh and healthy produce. To find your local Certified Farmers’ Market, visit Farmers' Market Finder by the Ecology Center and enter your zip code in the search bar.

Adopt a Shelter Dog Month

In honor of National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control is waiving adoption fees through October 31. This includes adoption, microchip, spay/neuter and vaccinations! Browse available pets at animalcare.lacounty.gov!

Out and About

Celebrate Halloween at LA County Parks

Farmers' Market

The Marina del Rey Farmers’ Market operates on Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Lot #11. Visit the farmers market at 14101 Panay Way. For more information and to check out upcoming vendors by visiting visitmarinadelrey.com/farmersmarket.

Photo Finish

Photo: Mayra Beltran Vasquez / Los Angeles County

Happy Halloween from Los Angeles County!