The Sparrow House is inspired by Anna J. Smith, who resided in the house since the age of two with her mother Evelyn Sparrow. She was a proud and well-respected woman born and raised in the California Neighborhood. Most call her the Avon lady. More than 30 years ago, Mrs. Smith and a close friend founded the popular California Day Event; a family-oriented occasion that became a community institution. Each August, she kept the tradition going by providing food, music and life-long memories for those that loved their neighborhood.