On Saturday, May 7, the Burbank Fire Department and the Burbank Police Department held an open house for Fire Service and Police Service Day and thousands of people stopped by.
The Fire Department had displays, tours of the station, demonstrations, and sidewalk CPR. Burbank Firefighters cooked up pulled pork sandwiches and picnic fare.
The Burbank Police had a helicopter, the Bearcat, and the SWAT truck on display, along with bounce houses and a DJ. The Traffic unit put on demonstrations and the Burbank Police Foundation sold tee shirts, as well.
Artist, designer, and creative writer Dave Lowe came to Los Angeles in the late ’80s chasing illustration work—then found his real lane by saying yes to whatever needed making. Nickelodeon sets, Sci‑Fi Channel builds, Hallmark how‑tos, public art boxes, City Hall’s elephant, and finally a Tournament of Roses float: a career built on craft, community, and the joy of turning ideas into real objects.
