Lompoc residents are invited to attend GLI Community Resilience Night, a free, family-friendly event focused on community resources, climate resilience, and local engagement, 5-7 p.m. Friday, May 8 at Dick DeWees Community and Senior Center, 1120 W. Ocean Ave., Lompoc.

The event is held in collaboration with the city; Community Environmental Council (CEC); C4 Lompoc – Collective Cultures Creating Change (C4); Wildfire Resilience Collaborative (WRC); and local and regional partners.

Residents are encouraged to stop by, meet local organizations, and learn about projects and resources that support resilience in Lompoc, including wildfire preparedness and air quality, extreme heat, public safety, and environmental health.

Attendees will be able to:
• Connect directly with local organizations and project leaders.
• Learn about community programs and resources.
• Ask questions and share feedback on local needs.
• Participate in an interactive stamp card activity to explore event booths.

Free food will be available for the first 200 attendees.

Confirmed partners for the event include, CEC, Listos, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Communify, LegacyWorks Santa Ynez River Estuary Project, Lompoc Fire Department, Fire Safe Council, and Cafecito.

“Community Resilience Night is an opportunity to bring together organizations and residents in one place,” said event organizers. “It’s about sharing information, building relationships, and helping our community better prepare for the challenges we face together.”

The open-house style event will feature a brief welcome, and informational displays throughout the evening. Materials and resources will be available in both English and Spanish.

No registration is required and attendees can drop in at any time during the event.

For more, contact the city of Lompoc or follow the vity’s official communication channels for updates.