This weekend in Whittier, CA

The BYS End Of Summer Showdown is a 2-day youth basketball tournament for boys and girls in 3rd grade through varsity. Teams will play a 4-game guarantee, with free parking and media on site. There will be rings awarded for 1st place, and power rankings will be part of the event. Entry fees range from $225 to $267 depending on the team.

Join the AGC Candle Making Class at the La Habra Community Center to learn how to blend the perfect candle scent and get hands-on experience pouring and creating your own scented candles. Classes run on Saturdays. There is an $18 materials fee payable to the instructor at the first-class meeting.

A CSHA rated Gymkhana in Region 12 offers a full slate of speed events and multiple competition levels. Divisions include 1 through 6, plus Division 7 split into Junior and Senior, with an Open option that does not carry a state rating. Juniors are 13 and under, and Seniors are 14 and over. Rated classes feature Birangle, Big T, Skill Barrels, and Cloverleaf, with Figure 8 available as an extra event. For all events, FRR members pay $45 with early registration or $60 if submitted after the Wednesday prior to the show. Non‑members pay $55 with early registration or $65 after the Wednesday deadline. Additional options include Time Only runs at $5 per run for horses already entered. Single event entries are $15 per event plus a $10 grounds fee. Lead Line offers three events at $7 per event plus a $10 grounds fee. A mandatory state rating fee of $2 applies per horse and rider combination, excluding Lead Line and Single Event entries, and a mandatory $10 grounds fee applies per horse and rider combination, excluding Time Only. Online registration with payment is available and includes a 3 percent convenience fee. Early registration means both entry and payment are submitted by the Wednesday prior to the show, and entries received after that will be charged the higher rate. A Rider Participation Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement is required before competing and is completed once per season. Riders under 18 must wear a riding helmet, and helmet rules can be reviewed in the current show rules or the CSHA rulebook. For questions, contact show management at shows@fullertonrecriders.org.

Battle Royale @ CrossFit Whittier is an on-site team competition featuring two different workout events. Event 1 is a timed For Time challenge with a 16:00 time cap. The workout includes several rounds of tethered running, calorie work on an Echo Bike and rower done simultaneously, and finishing with alternating dumbbell snatches. Teams are scored based on time completed, with penalties added if reps or calories aren’t finished within the cap.

Settle in for a no frills, 10 hour crafting session at Church of the Redeemer. Seating is shared, with large round tables accommodating up to three people and rectangular tables accommodating up to two. Bring your favorite project and a craft mat to protect the tables and linens. If you do not have a mat, one can be provided upon request. Please avoid oversized wagons to reduce trip hazards. If you need power, choose a spot along the walls or at tables with an extension cord reel. Wi-Fi is available, though it may slow when many people are connected. Potluck dishes are welcome but optional, and a sign up list will appear in the event discussion. At the end of the day, please take home or discard any leftover food to help with cleanup. The fee is $35 per person, payable by Zelle, Venmo, or cash, and PayPal is not accepted. Payment is due at registration and seats are secured only after payment is received. Include your full name with payment, or all names if paying for more than one person, then send a message to confirm receipt and mark yourself as going in the event. All payments are final and are not transferable or refundable. Card kits are often available for purchase but tend to sell out quickly. Vending is not allowed. Please come ready to create, connect kindly with fellow crafters, and help keep the atmosphere respectful and drama free. Questions can be sent by message. Zelle: 626-221-4330, Julie Huddleston. Venmo: @scrapbookcafe, Julie Huddleston.

A beginner-friendly combo class that introduces young dancers to both ballet technique and tap basics. Students will work on barre and center exercises, plus across-the-floor practice to build coordination, flexibility, and confidence. Dance attire and dance shoes are required.

Head to Golden Park for a fun day with games, prizes, and information booths, plus free backpacks provided by Gangs Out of Downey.

Get ready for a fun LA-themed cupsleeve event celebrating TXT before they hit the stage. Expect Hollywood and SoCal vibes, plus a playful nod to a classic California burger spot. It’s a great chance to enjoy the theme and join in the celebration at a tea house.

Celebrating 45 years of the Atimonan Circle of Southern California, this gala offers a chance to honor the organization’s history and look ahead to a bright future. Guests can enjoy a festive evening with dinner and dancing. The celebration takes place at Almansor Court, Lakeview Room. Attire is formal or cocktail. Tickets are $75. Payments are accepted by check payable to Atimonan Circle of Southern California or via Zelle at jaimee.acsc@aol.com under the account name Atimonan Circle of Southern California. For information, contact Melinda Sarne at (323) 527-7774, Rutchie Parco at (818) 929-8022, Lolit Estrada at (213) 483-7554, or Amie Ursabia at (213) 324-2600.

Born from the late Victorian gold rush and the arrival of the railroad, the area north of Anaheim blossomed into a thriving town named for George Fullerton. Among its historic businesses, restaurants, and theaters, tales persist of figures who linger as ghosts. Haunted Orange County presents its seventh tour, sharing the community’s rich history alongside its darker stories. This 90-minute walk through downtown streets and back alleys highlights accounts of spectral actors, majestic theaters, and eateries linked to phantoms of the past. Comfortable shoes and a curiosity for the macabre are recommended for this exploration of a bustling college town’s haunted side.

The Rockaways deliver a live tribute to The Ramones at Totally 80's Bar & Grille. This performance celebrates the band's music.

Audio Vault comes back to Roscoe's Bar & Deli for a night of alternative rock that spans the 90s through today, with a few earlier favorites mixed in. Attendees can plan birthday gatherings or celebrate any occasion while enjoying food, drinks, and live music at Roscoe's.

Bring your curiosity to Fullerton Airport for Antique Aircraft Display Days. Owners of classic aircrafts are invited to showcase their planes, and visitors can stop by to view the displays. Aircraft will be parked in the “Transient” area inside the airport, just north of the terminal building and control tower. Admission is free.

The Beast is back for stop number seven of the TBE season, featuring a guaranteed $700 first-place payout plus a custom jersey from Strike 12 Creations. Entry is $60 for members and $70 for non-members. Membership is available for $20 and includes eligibility for tournament points, member bonuses, and the members only Invitational. Competition uses an 85 percent of 220 handicap. The format includes three games of qualifying with top scores advancing to a single-elimination bracket, and one in five competitors earning a payout. Optional $5 side action is offered, including open and ladies open side pots, a high scratch series pot, brackets, a Crazy 8 strike pot with carryover to be determined from the previous stop, a strike draw, and a Brunswick-sponsored Beat the Beast pot that can award a new bowling ball. Pre-registration is available by messaging the organizers. Walk-ins are accepted as space allows and will check in by numbered order for any open spots, with the field capped at 128 bowlers.