Bungalow Heaven Neighborhood Association Projects

Bungalow Heaven is a neighborhood on the move! The imagination, perseverance and hard work of many fine people have contributed immeasurably to the neighborhood's national reputation as a community committed to preserving and promoting its architectural legacy and making life safer and more enjoyable for its inhabitants. The Bungalow Heaven Neighborhood Association continues to be involved in many projects involving McDonald Park and neighborhood improvement programs as well as sponsoring many events in the Park. Here is a list of just a few things made possible with your generous support:

• McDonald Park Shade Structures: Two beautifully-crafted shade structures designed by architect and BHNA board member Russ Hobbs were completed last year. These spacious structures reflect our Arts & Crafts architecture by featuring river rock pillars and exposed beams and are landscaped to compliment the structure's design. This ambitious project will be enjoyed for generations to come and was jointly funded by the BHNA and the City of Pasadena.
• Bungalow Heaven Resurvey Project: A groundbreaking program designed to protect our architectural heritage, the resurvey project provides street elevation photographs and important architectural information on each architecturally significant home in Bungalow Heaven. The information is available on CD-ROM for use by the city to better service those who undertake future home remodeling. The resurvey project is believed to be the first of its kind in the nation. Neighborhood volunteers spent hundreds of hours collecting information for the program, which was funded by the BHNA.
• Bungalow Heaven Photo Project: BHNA purchased from the City of Pasadena treasured historical photographs of homes built in what is now known as Bungalow Heaven.
• New Neighbor Welcome Package: A comprehensive and informative package was created for new neighbors containing information on Bungalow Heaven and, when possible, historical and architectural details on their specific house.
• Catalina Public Library Project: BHNA and the local public library have created a special section in our local branch dedicated to historic preservation, the history of Bungalow Heaven, and Arts & Crafts architecture and design.
• Longfellow School Sign: BHNA donated funds to the local public school to assist them in the construction of their new sign on Washington Blvd. BHNA architect Russ Hobbs also donated his time in creating a base design to compliment the historically significant school building.
• North Lake Specific Plan: BHNA continues to play a leading role in the future growth and direction of the neighborhood's commercial district - North Lake Avenue.
• Neighborhood Events in the Park: "Sundays in the Park" held each summer celebrates the neighborly spirit of Bungalow Heaven, bringing hundreds of neighbors together for great food and entertainment. These are followed each year by the BHNA Halloween Party - a barbecue in the park with rightful entertainment for the kids.
• Access to Referral Resources: BHNA is a member of Pasadena Heritage, therefore, all members may access the resource referral list they maintain to find contractors experienced in working on older homes.
• Newsletters: Our quarterly BHNA newsletter printing costs are paid for by our neighborhood association.
  

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