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Table of Contents City Council
John Soria, Mayor
Adult Excursions 9 Ivan Altamirano, Mayor Pro Tem
Adult Fitness 15 Hugo A. Argumedo, Councilmember
Brenda Villa Aquatic Center 16 Leonard Mendoza, Councilmember
Camp Commerce 24 Oralia Y. Rebollo, Councilmember
City Facilities and Services
Citywide Special Events 2 The City Council meets every 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month
Dance Program 5 in the Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m.
Family Excursions 13
Miss Commerce 9 City Manager
Golf 19 Edgar P. Cisneros
Kids Club 13
Parks & Community Centers 8 Assistant City Manager
Resident Activity Card 3 Vilko Domic
Senior Center 4
Snack Bar 20 Parks and Recreation Commission
Specialty Arts & Crafts 22 Chris Griego, Chairperson
Sports Program 12
Teen Center 14 Esther Zavala, Vice Chairperson
Youth Programs 10 Joe Aguilar, Commissioner
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Mireya Garcia, Commissioner
Laura Perez, Commissioner

The Parks and Recreation Commission meets every 1st Thursday
of each month in the Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m.

Senior Citizens Commission
Jose Zambrano, Chairperson
Raul Elenes, Vice Chairperson
Carmen Barragan, Commissioner
Mary Gibson, Commissioner
Alexander Ortiz, Commissioner

The Senior Citizens Commission meets every 1st Wednesday
of each month in the Council Chambers at 12:30 p.m.

Youth Advisory Commission
Tony Trandafir, Chairperson

Carlos Mendoza, Vice Chairperson
Genovi Amador, Commissioner
Jacob Escalante, Commissioner
Gabriel Tlahuel, Commissioner

The Youth Advisory Committee meets every 1st Monday
of each month in the Teen Center at 7:00 p.m.

Department of Parks and Recreation
Greg Alaniz, Director

Adolfo Marquez, Assistant Director

Acknowledgments
Ed Torres, Layout & Reprographics Design

Lisa Macias, Senior Office Specialist

CITY FACILITIES
& SERVICES

Special Services

MEETING ROOMS AND PICNIC SHELTERS City Hall Department of Parks and Recreation

On a first-come, first-served sign up basis, meeting rooms and 2535 Commerce Way
shelters are available for rental at all four City of Commerce (323) 887-4434
parks. Shelters are open to the public, with residents receiving 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
priority. Residents are welcome to visit our Commerce Active Monday - Thursday
Net website for facility availability at Services will be available on Fridays, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
activenet.active.com/commerce. at the Brenda Villa Aquatic Center cashier booth.
Recreation Administrative Coordinator - Patricia Borunda
Commerce residents with current resident activity cards may Recreation Coordinator - Adrian Muniz
reserve a room or shelter for family social activities such as
birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, showers, etc. Reservations Facility Maintenance
are made at the Department of Parks and Recreation office.
(323) 887-4434 ext. 2261
Commerce residents may not use the rooms or shelters for
company picnics or school events. Businesses and Park and Street Medians Maintenance
organizations located within the City of Commerce may use the
meeting room facilities for business purposes only and limited to (323) 887-4431
Monday thru Friday. Park Maintenance Crew Leaders
Pete Dorame & Nick Padilla
A $50.00 cash or check deposit is required at the time a Facility
Request is submitted and will be refunded if there are no Snack Bar Operations
violations of facility use, rules and regulations. All facility
requests are subject to approval. Please allow for a minimum of (323) 887-4424
one-week processing period for approval. We reserve the right Food Services Supervisor - Karla Torres
to change and add additional charges to our facilities.
Sports Division
A current Resident Activity Card must be shown at the time the
Facility Request is submitted and applicant must be over 21 5600 Harbor St. (323) 887-4432
years of age. Meeting rooms and picnic shelters are not Sports Supervisor - Frank Garcia
available for rental by outside groups or businesses. Travel Sports Coordinator - Alan Nevarez

TABLES AND CHAIRS Central Receiving

Residents with a current Resident Activity Card may reserve a 5625 Jillson St. (323) 887-4449
maximum of 25 chairs and 3 tables for weekend use (Thursday -
Monday) on a first-come, first-served sign up basis. Due to 9.06.022
limited supplies, make your reservations early at the Department “Aggressive Animals”
of Parks and Recreation office. A $50.00 cash or check deposit
is required at the time the reservation is made. It shall be unlawful for any person to keep or permit to
remain any dog or other animal that is noisy, aggressive
Reminder or dangerous in the presence of human beings, or other
animals, within the limits of any City park or City facility.
The following is prohibited at all parks and facilities: Dogs or other animals that exhibit characteristics of
Skating/rollerblading, alcohol, bike riding, tackle football, aggressive or unpredictable temperament or behavior in
organized soccer, skateboarding and unleashed dogs. the presence of human beings, other dogs or other
animals, as determined by the department director or City
2 park staff, will not be permitted at City parks and the
owner/caretaker will be asked to remove such animals.
The failure of the owner/caretaker to comply with such
removal request shall constitute a violation of this chapter.

PARKS &
COMMUNITY CENTERS

The City of Commerce Department of Parks and Recreation maintains seven recreational facilities and an aquatic complex. Each
park offers the residents a meeting room with kitchen facility and a variety of activities such as billiards, softball, baseball, T.V.
viewing, volleyball and basketball.

Batres Community Senior Citizens Center
Center/Bandini Park
(The Senior Citizens Center is a
4725 Astor Avenue restricted facility for adults 50 years &
(323) 264-5045 older.)
10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. 2555 Commerce Way
Monday - Friday (323) 887-4430
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday, Thursday & Friday
Recreation Center Supervisor - Ernie Cadenas 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday & Wednesday
Saturdays, Sundays & major holidays closed.
Brenda Villa Senior Center Supervisor - Ann Cruz-Marshall
Aquatic Center Senior Center Assistant Supervisor - Veronica Jimenez

5600 Harbor Street Teen Center
(323) 887-4404
See page 16 for schedule. 5107 Astor Avenue
Aquatic Program Manager - (323) 264-4665
Rachel Baltierra 1:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Bristow Park
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturday
1466 S. McDonnell Avenue Closed - Sunday
(323) 269-5603 Teen Center Supervisor - Marcus Enriquez
10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday Veterans
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday Memorial Park
Recreation Center Supervisor - Laura Logan
6364 Zindell Avenue
Camp Commerce (323) 887-4428
10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
465 S. Highway #173 Monday - Friday
Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday
(909) 337-6680 Recreation Center Supervisor -
Camp Commerce is located in Lake Mary Anne Griego-Talley
Arrowhead on a 2.2 acre parcel Note: Resident & Industrial resident activity card holders only.
and contains 10 two story individual cabins, a lodge with No guests!
a pool table, wood burning fire place, dining hall, craft
facilities, swimming pool and jacuzzi. Fines for biking,
Camp Program Manager - Tina Fierro skating, skateboarding

Rosewood Park At its meeting of May 3, 2011, the City Council approved
amendments to sections 9.06.020 (2) and 9.06.021 (4) of the
5600 Harbor Street Municipal Code, which prohibit bicycling, skate boarding, roller
(323) 887-4427 skating, rollerblading, and similar activities in city parks.
10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Violators may be subject to fines of $108 for the first offense
Monday - Friday and up to $380 for additional offense.

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 3
Saturday & Sunday
Recreation Center Supervisor - Terry Ann Westmore

RESIDENT
ACTIVITY CARD

Only City of Commerce residents may obtain a Resident Hours to Obtain A Resident Activity Card
Activity Card. The following defines residency.
Residency is defined as: Residents may obtain a Resident Activity Card at the Brenda
1. A residential unit as a house, apartment, or condominium. Villa Aquatic Center during the following hours: Monday thru
Hotel/motels are not included. Friday 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from
Resident is defined as: 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
2. Residents who reside full time in homes located in the City Residents must bring their expired Resident Activity Card.
of Commerce. Minors or adult children attending college are When applying for new cards, residents will need to bring a
eligible for resident cards. California Driver License or Photo I.D. and documents
proving residency in the City. Resident card renewals will cost
Requirements $5.00. Lost cards are subject to a $5.00 charge.

Adults: Any person 18 years and older is considered an adult Resident Card Penalties
and must bring the following: California Driver License/Calif.
ID and current utility bill in their own name with a Commerce At its meeting of September 7, 2010, the City Council
address. Everyone must have a California Drivers License or approved amendments to Chapter 9.06.025 of the Municipal
California I.D. with their Commerce address on it. (A U.S. Code to include penalties for individuals who fraudulently
passport may be used to verify the identity.) obtain resident cards, as well as penalties for residents who
assist others to fraudulently obtain resident cards. Penalties
Family Members Ages 18 - 27 include the revocation of activity cards for one year and
living with parents must bring the following: repayment for City services obtained using fraudulent cards.
New provisions include:
California Driver License/California ID and one of the 1. It shall be unlawful for any person to allow another use of
following: current bank statement, current credit card his/her address for the purpose of establishing a false
statement, school registration in your own name with a residency or to falsely identify him/herself as a resident of the
Commerce address, or a current pay check stub with a City of Commerce;
Commerce address on it. You must come in with your 2. It shall be unlawful for any person to knowingly obtain,
parent and/or bring in parent’s current utility bill and parent’s provide, sell, or transfer to others any document for the
California Driver License or California ID. purpose of establishing false residency status or applying for
an activity card;
Senior Citizens 3. If an individual violates the provisions of these sections, all
Resident Activity Cards held by anyone in the household will
California Driver License or a California I.D., and a current be revoked for a period of one year;
utility bill. A permanent Resident Activity Card will be issued 4. Card holders who obtain resident cards fraudulently or who
to seniors 70 years and older. The permanent resident enable others to obtain resident cards fraudulently may be
activity card must be renewed every 5 years, free of charge. asked to re-pay the City for expenses related to the
cardholder’s participation in City recreation programs; and,
Non-Resident Grandchildren 5. The provisions of this statute shall not preclude prosecution
of Commerce Residents under any other statute.

Grandparents applying for this card must have a current card
and bring in reasonable proof of parentage to obtain this card.
Grandchildren must be 18 years of age or younger to obtain a
card. Residency expires on their 19th birthday. The original
birth certificate must be shown for proof of age.

Industrial Activity Card

Industrial Residency is defined as:
An individual that works for a business or organization located
within the City of Commerce. Industrial residents may
purchase an I.R.C. for an annual fee of $180.00. The fee is
pro-rated depending on the month joined. The Industrial Card
holder is entitled to use the physical fitness facilities at the
Brenda Villa Aquatic Center. They are also able to participate
in all adult classes. Annual fee is subject to change.

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CITYWIDE
SPECIAL EVENTS

January April May

Miss Commerce & A Royal Tea Party Summer Day Camp
Young Man of the Year 2020 Registration
Saturday, April 18, 2020
Applications are now available for the Miss The Commerce Casino and Hotel Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Commerce Pageant 2020 at the Ages: 3 - 5 years 8:00 a.m.
Department of Parks and Recreation office. Session I: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. City Hall
Applications will be accepted starting Session II: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Monday, January 6 through Friday, Ages: 6 - 10 years Preschool Graduation
January 31, 2020. 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
The table is set for the King, Queen and all Saturday, May 9, 2020
City of Commerce their little Princes and Princesses. Come 9:00 a.m.
60th Birthday Celebration and enjoy story time, tea & cookies and a Veterans Memorial Park
keepsake photo. Dress as your favorite
Saturday, January 25, 2020 prince or princess or in your formal attire, Camp Commerce
All Parks and enjoy some quality time with our royal Registration - Summer
12:00 - 3:00 p.m. court. Register at your local park
Join the celebration of our City’s 60th beginning Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Saturday, May 30, 2020
birthday!! There will be food, games, Space is limited. 8:00 a.m.
entertainment, and lots of cake for Council Chambers
everyone to enjoy. Mother/Daughter Tea Time Registration is for family weeks and
family weekends only. You may
March Saturday, April 25, 2020 register for all other sessions at City
Senior Center Hall beginning Monday,
Kids Are Cute Show Ages: 6 - 14 June 1, 2020.
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 14, 2020 $7.50 per person June
Rosewood Park Come and enjoy an afternoon time of fun,
Ages: 3 months - 4 years laughter and togetherness as you sip tea Swim Lesson
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and enjoy finger sandwiches, pastries and Registration - Summer
more. Fun hats and spring themed
Super Hero Day accessories are encouraged. Any Saturday, June 13, 2020
significant female (grandmother, aunt, 8:00 a.m.
Saturday, March 21, 2020 friend or babysitter) is welcome to Rosewood Park Meeting Room
Veterans Memorial Park accompany your daughter to this event.
Ages: 3 - 10 years Current resident activity card required for 5
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. either mother or daughter. Register at your
Fly over to Veterans Memorial Park for a local park beginning Tuesday, March 24,
fun and adventurous time with your favorite 2020. Space is limited.
superheroes. Come dressed and ready to
learn how to use your superpowers. A 47th Annual Garden Show/
keepsake photo and a snack will be Commerce Going Green
provided. Wear comfortable shoes to play.
Register at your local park beginning Saturday, April 25, 2020
Tuesday, February 18, 2020. Rosewood Park
Current resident activity card required. 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Space is limited. Celebrate Earth Day with us. Visit our
annual garden show and breathe in Earth’s
60th Annual gifts as you view our community’s
Miss Commerce Pageant home-grown plants and flowers. Learn
with hands-on stations to recycle and how
Saturday, March 28, 2020 to preserve the environment for families.
The Commerce Casino and Hotel There will be earth-friendly activities for
5:00 p.m. children and giveaways for the whole
family.

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YOUTH Youth Ceramics
PROGRAMS & Pottery

Park Program Ages: 8 - 11 years
Winter/Spring 2019 This is a fun & educational class for youth interested in
working with clay. The instructor will teach you how to
Ages: 6 -12 years build and create unique pieces of art.
Monday through Friday Bandini Park
Winter Program: January 13 - March 20, 2020 Thursdays: 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
Spring Program: March 23 - May 29, 2020 Fee: $5.00 for 9 weeks of classes.
Join us for some afterschool FUN. Winter Class will begin on January 9, 2020 and end on
March 12, 2020
Rosewood and Veterans Park Bandini and Bristow Park Spring Class will begin on April 9, 2020 and end on
June 11, 2020
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Beatriz Jaramillo
Registration will be held on the first day of class.
Winter Current resident activity card required for registration.
*Class times and dates are subject to change.
Mondays
Craft Corner Kids Club

Tuesdays The City of Commerce Department of Parks and
Science Recreation offers an “After School Kids Club” at
Rosewood Park which is an after school program for
Wednesdays young students from TK to 8th grades enrolled at
Indoor Games Rosewood Park School and Bandini Elementary
School. Upon dismissal from school, students who are
Thursdays registered in the program are met by trained City staff at
Cooking/Baking a designated location at the schools. The group of
students and staff walk to Rosewood Park from
Fridays Rosewood Park School. The students at Bandini
Board Game Challenge Elementary School are shuttled to Rosewood Park.

Spring Students from other schools are also welcome,
however these students will need to be personally
Mondays transported to Rosewood Park by a
Imagination Station parent/guardian/caretaker from school. During the
program, the students are offered a snack, recreational
Tuesdays activities, and homework study time until they are
Outdoor Games picked up by an authorized parent/guardian/caretaker.
The children in the program are also encouraged to
Wednesdays participate in park programs and league sports.
Craft Corner
After School Kids Club is conducted every school day
Thursdays (except on holidays and teacher in-service days),
Cooking/Baking Monday thru Friday, after school until 6:00 p.m. Kids
Club brochures are available at park offices or the
Fridays Department of Parks and Recreation office in City Hall.
Video Game Challenge
Cost: Residents - $30.00 per week
8 Industrial resident/Non-resident - $50 per week

Register at the Parks and Recreation Department
office.

ADULT
EXCURSIONS

It’s time to journey with family and friends to discover how beautiful our state is. We have three fantastic trips planned this
season. Register at the Department of Parks and Recreation office. You must be 18 yrs. or older to register. All excursions
depart from the City Hall parking lot. Cancellations must be made 72 business hours prior to the excursion in order to receive a
refund. Due to unforseen circumstances beyond our control, prices are subject to change.

Cirque de Soleil Solvang Old Town San Diego/ Sea Port Village

(NEW DATE & PRICE) Join us for a unique experience in Spend your morning in Old Town San Diego
Energetic, urban and contemporary, the quaint Danish town of Solvang. where you can browse the novelty shops and
VOLTA is a captivating voyage of Enjoy delicious pastries from the boutiques and tour the historic roots of San
discovery that showcases never-before- many bakeries, ride a bike through Diego. We will also head to Sea Port Village
seen Under the Big Top acrobatics in a the beautiful town, or shop till you where you can stop by the village stores, eat at
visually striking world. VOLTA is about drop at a variety of stores. the delicious restaurants or walk along the shore
finding yourself and unveiling your Saturday, March 14, 2020 enjoying a view of the Coronado Bridge.
personal powers. Space is limited. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday, May 9, 2020
Sunday, January 19, 2020 Cost: Free Time: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Registration begins: Cost: Free
Cost: $61.00 Tuesday, February 11, 2020 Registration begins: Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Registration begins
Tuesday, December 10, 2019

FAMILY

EXCURSIONS

Ready to spend some quality time with your family? Then join us! We have 3 fun-filled family excursions planned for your
pleasure. Register at the Department of Parks and Recreation office. Excursions depart from the City Hall parking lot.
Participants under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Cancellations must be made at least 72 business hours
prior to the excursion in order to receive a refund. Excursions will be cancelled if a minimum of 20 participants are not enrolled 48
hours prior to the excursion date. Due to unforseen circumstances beyond our control, prices are subject to change.

Santa Barbara 2020 Festival of Books Family Camp Out

Enjoy a day in the beautiful beach town of This festival has over 400 authors, Join us for our 3rd annual overnight campout at
Santa Barbara. Explore the pier or take a 300 exhibitors and two children’s Bandini Park. Enjoy the holiday weekend by
walk down State Street where you can areas at USC campus. You can participating in fun games and activities. Hot
shop or enjoy a tasty meal. either pack a lunch or purchase dogs, hot chocolate and s’mores will be served
Saturday, February 1, 2020 lunch from one of the many to all registered participants. You may sleep
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. vendors. out under the stars or bring your own tent.
Cost: Free Saturday, April 18, 2020 Sunday, May 24, 2020, 12:00 p.m. -
Registration begins: Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 25, 2020, 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, January 7, 2020 Cost: Free Cost: Free
Registration begins: Registration begins: Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Tuesday, March 17, 2020 Space is limited.

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TEEN
CENTER

Teen Center Video Games & Recreational Games Adventure Club

5107 Astor Ave The Teen Center is equipped with two Sony Road trip! Do you like having fun in the

Commerce, CA 90040 PlayStation 4’s, a Nintendo Switch, X-Box One, and great outdoors, taking road trips and just

(323) 838-4246 a Wii U. The latest games like Fortnite, COD, Just getting out of the house? Then the

Center Supervisor: Marcus Enriquez Dance, Mario Party and Smash Bros are also adventure club is for you. It’s everything

Instagram: @commerce_tc available. Join us to prove you’re the best with from hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing,

Hours of Operation weekly tournaments. We also have the classics, camping, travelling and more! Come join
such as Skee Ball, Pool, Ping-Pong, and all the us on our adventures! We’ll be visiting

Monday - Wednesday latest board games. Pigeon Point Lighthouse in the summer,

1:30 - 8:30 p.m. Outdoor Courts so join us on our meeting days for more
Thursday 12:30 - 8:30 p.m. information.

Friday 1:30-9:00 p.m. Come show us your skills on our basketball court or Fridays: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Closed on Saturdays & Sundays volleyball court and challenge our staff to games. Starting December 6, 2019

Ages: 11 years -18 years Teen Center Classes College for Teens
(High School Seniors)
Register for all programs and If you are a high school student looking to

excursions at the Teen Center. and Programs learn about the college process, then this
For more information call the Teen is the club for you! Let us help you with

Center at (323) 838-4246. (All Classes begin the week of January 13, 2020) the application process and guide you
Teen Center programs are open to youth ages 11 - along the way to prepare you for the
Youth Advisory High School Seniors, unless otherwise specified. All college transition. The Teen Center will be
Commission programs, activities, and fees are subject to change. taking several college tours throughout the
year. We will be going to colleges like
Get involved! Express your thoughts
UCLA, Cal State LA, Cal State Dominguez
at the Youth Advisory Commission First Things First! Hills, East Los Angeles College, Rio
(Y.A.C.) meeting. Join us every 1st
Monday of each month at the Teen Homework helpers are available afterschool to assist Hondo College, and many more. Please
Center at 7:00 p.m. All teens and teens/pre-teens with their homework. We will also call us if you are interested in participating
pre-teens are encouraged to attend take them to the local library to get the resources
these meetings and share their in the college tours.
needed for projects and reports.
Wednesdays: 6:00 p.m.
Monday - Wednesday: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
concerns and ideas on teen
programming. Transportation is Baking at the Teen Center Teen Clubs & Pre-Teen Clubs
provided upon request.
Come join us every Wednesday for an exciting Be a part of the fun and join your local
Teen Center Van Shuttle baking class using the baking cricut. Teen or Pre-teen club today. Each park
has a Teen & Pre-teen Club. The Clubs

A van is provided to shuttle Early Thursdays meet once a week and plan activities,
Pre-Teens and Teens from all parks to community service projects, and trips.
the Teen Center. Hours of Preteens only! Every Thursday a special activity will Your local parks are Bandini, Bristow,
operation are: Mondays, Wednesdays be planned to keep the preteens active and Rosewood and Veterans Park. Check with
& Fridays: 1:30 - 8:15 p.m. entertained (sports, movies, tournaments, and small your local park for your clubs dates and
Thursdays: 12:30 - 8:15 p.m. monthly trips). A shuttle is available from RWP to times of meetings.
the Teen Center. Thursdays: 12:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Fridays: 1:30 - 8:30 p.m.

All Teens must return to their local Cooking Club The Arts at the
parks by 8:15 p.m. Call the Teen
Center from your local park for pick Learn the basics of cooking. You will learn simple Teen Center
cooking techniques and skills and enjoy a delicious
up. meal. Mondays: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Check with Teen

Computer Craze Center for menu. Unplugged Performing
Arts Programs
The Teen Center has 8 computers Drum Basics
available to use for homework, Unplugged Dance
Come join us in learning the fundamentals of
projects or just to surf the net! Have fun learning jazz techniques and
drumming in a fun and friendly environment. jazz dances. We put on our own student
Availability is during Teen Center choreographed productions as well as
Drumsticks and pads will be provided. perform for outside events. All levels
hours. Must present a current welcome. This class will be taking trips to
Mondays: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. see dance performances.
resident activity card and have a Teen Mondays & Wednesdays: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Ages: 11 - 18 years (High School Seniors)
Center rules and regulations contract Limitless
signed by parents and kept on file.
Contracts are available at the Teen Come and learn about how health, nutrition, and
Center. fitness affect how you look and feel. Learn how to
build muscle, get toned, and have the energy you
10 need throughout the day. Fridays: 6:00 p.m.

Unplugged Seniors Bowling Session - Teen May
Center vs Senior Center*
Come be a part of our musical/drama theatre Beach Trip & Bonfire*
group. Explore acting, singing, and dancing Calling all teens and preteens! Come join
while creating friendships. Anyone interested in us on our trip to Del Rio Lanes to take on a Join us for a day of fun in the sun and a
building a stage, making show props, or being a game of bowling against the seniors. Old relaxing evening by a warm fire. We will
part of our stage crew is welcome. Come and school vs. New School, you don’t want to ride the waves during the day and have
try it all!! miss out on the fun! some delicious fire roasted smores in the
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Monday, January 6, 2020 evening time.
Ages: 11 -18 years (High School Seniors) Time: TBA Monday, May 25, 2020
Cost: FREE! 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Unplugged Juniors Cost: Free
Movie Trip!*
Come be a part of our little musical theatre Pre-Teen Club
group. Explore acting, singing, and dancing Come join us to go watch Star Wars: The Activities
while creating friends. Rise of Skywalker on the big screen at
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Downey Cinemark. Ages: 11 - 13 years
Ages: 5 - 12 years Tuesday, January 7, 2020
12:30 - 6:00 p.m. New Year’s Lock-In
In The Heights Cost: $6.50
Friday, December 27, 2019
Unplugged Seniors will be performing In the Lunar New Year Festival* 10:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Heights, which is a story that explores three Cost: Free
days in the lives of struggling characters living We will be visiting the city of Monterey
in the New York City Latino neighborhood of Park's Lunar New Year festival, which Big Air Trampoline
Washington Heights. The play features hip-hop, features vendors selling unique gifts and
salsa, merengue and soul music. Come show specialty items, food booths with various Monday, December 30, 2019
your support for our aspiring preteen and teen types of delicious food items, amusement 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
actors! Call the Teen Center for show times. rides, and lots of live entertainment. Cost: Free
January 24, 2020 - January 26, 2020 Saturday, January 11, 2020
1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Whale Watching
Teen Center Trips Cost: FREE (Just bring money for food or
& Events carnival rides) Friday, January 3, 2020
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
*Ages: 11 - 18 years (high school senior) February Cost: $18.00

December Hiking at Sturtevant Falls* Beach BBQ

Winter Break Come join us on our hiking trip to see one Monday, January 6, 2020
of the nicest waterfalls in L.A. at Angeles 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
December 23, 2019 - January 12, 2020 National Forest. Cost: Free
Monday, February 17, 2020
3rd Street Promenade* 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Teen Center Camp
Cost: Free Commerce Trips
Thursday, December 26, 2019
3:00 - 11:00 p.m. March Teen Club
Cost: Free
Boardwalk & Movie Trip* Friday, January 3, 2020 -
New Year’s Eve X’ 4* Sunday, January 5, 2020
Come join us on a fun day of walking the Cost: $15.00
Come join us for our annual New Year’s Eve boardwalk in Long Beach and then Ages: 14 - 18 years (High School Senior)
party. We will be providing games, fun and watching a movie at the Pike. Depart from the Teen Center on Friday,
food. Saturday, March 21, 2020 January 3, 2020 at 8:00 a.m.
Friday, December 27, 2019 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Return back to the Teen Center on
Cost: TBA Sunday, January 5, 2020 at 3:00 p.m.
January
April

Dogs! A Science Tail Exhibit* Paintball Trip* Pre-Teen Club

Join us on our trip to the California Science Come join us on a thrilling trip of Paintball Friday, January 10, 2020 -
Center, as we go explore the history behind
man’s best friend and discover life from a dog’s fun. Call the Teen Center for pricing details. Sunday, January 12, 2020
point of view! This 9,000 sq. ft. exhibit is filled
with many hands-on activities and live Friday, April 10, 2020 Cost: $15.00
interactive dogs that will surely make for a
unique and fun experience. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Ages: 11 - 13 years
Thursday, January 2, 2020
12:00 - 5:00 p.m. Cost: TBA Depart from the Teen Center on
Cost: $7
Friday, January 10, 2020 at 8:00 a.m.

Spring Break Return back to the Teen Center on

April 13, 2020 - April 17, 2020 Sunday, January 12, 2020 at 3:00 p.m.

Look out for our upcoming special flyer

announcing our Easter Break activities and

11trips.

SPECIALTY
ARTS & CRAFTS

Arts & Crafts Coordinator Ceramics, Sculpting & Functional Pottery
Brenda Diaz, (323) 887-2247
Grasp the skills necessary to create ceramic art or functional pottery in our
Winter Session: well-equipped studio at Bandini Park. Expand your creativity and create
January 6, 2020 through the week of your own work of art. This class is geared for beginner to fine artist.
March 16, 2020. Bandini Park
Spring Session: Morning classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
April 6, 2020 through the week of Evening classes: Mondays & Wednesdays 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
June 15, 2020. $20.00 materials fee
Instructor: Beatriz Jaramillo
Class registration will be held on the first day of
class. Classes must have 10 registered One Day Specialty Classes
participants and maintain a minimum of 7
participants throughout the 10 week program or Sweet Spring Centerpiece
the class will discontinue. A current resident
activity card is required for registration. All Join us as we spring into this holiday season with an adorable handmade
participants must be 16 years or older. Classes centerpiece.
run 10 weeks. *Class times and dates are subject Saturday, March 21, 2020
to change. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fee: $10.00 residents, $20.00 non-residents
Adult Scrap Booking Resident registration begins: January 13, 2020
Non-resident registration begins: February 10, 2020
Scrapbooking is still the leading hobby today. In Instructor: Denise Barajas
this class you will learn many techniques using a
variety of tools. Crafter’s Weekend at Camp Commerce
Bandini Park
Tuesdays: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. It’s that time of year again to gather up your crafting family & friends and
Fee: $20.00 residents, $50.00 non-residents join us for a 4 day Crafting Extravaganza! Our creative team is pumped up
Instructor: Denise Barajas about all the projects you will be making. We are looking forward to this fun
weekend of crafting with you.
Stamp Studio Friday, February 7, 2020 - Monday, February 10, 2020
Ages: 16 years & older.
Come see what amazing things you can make with Residents: $50.00 Non-residents: $125.00 (space is limited).
the art of rubber stamping. Learn various Price includes transportation, meals, lodging and craft materials.
techniques working with stamps. Departure time: Friday, February 7 @ 12:00 p.m.
Bandini Park Return time: Monday, February 10 @ 2:45 p.m.
Wednesdays: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. *Crafters wishing to return on Sunday, February 9, will be
Fee: $20.00 residents, $50.00 non-residents accommodated.
Instructor: Yolanda Boone Matas Resident registration begins: December 2, 2019
Non-resident registration begins: January 6, 2020
Creative Corner Registration is on a first come, first served individual basis at the Parks and
Recreation Department office. Event flyer to follow.
Beginners - Winter Session Only:
January 9 - March 19, 2020 Women’s Getaway Weekend at Camp Commerce
Advanced - Spring Session Only:
April 9 - June 18, 2020 We’re taking it Back to the 60s. Dust off your bell bottoms and throw on
In this class the instructor will teach you how to your love beads. We’re going to have a groovy good time celebrating our
use popular crafting machines such as the Cricut, City’s 60th Birthday!! PEACE & LOVE
Easy Press, Gemini and Sizzix. You will work with Friday, June 5, 2020 - Sunday, June 7, 2020
vinyl and other materials to design unique projects. Ages: 18 years and older
The possibilities in this class are endless. Residents: $50.00 Non-residents: $125.00 (space is limited).
Bandini Park Price includes transportation, meals, lodging and scheduled activities.
Thursdays: 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Departure time: Friday, June 5 @ 12:00 p.m.
Fee: $20.00 residents, $50.00 non-residents Return time: Sunday, June 7 @ 2:45 p.m.
Instructor: Pat Wetton Resident registration begins: March 2, 2020
*Some projects will require additional fees. A Non-resident registration begins: April 6, 2020
complete list of personal supplies needed will be Registration is on a first come, first served individual basis at the Parks and
given on the first day of class. Recreation Department office. Event flyer to follow.

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DANCE

PROGRAM

Registration for all dance classes is on January 13, 2020 at Bandini Park at 6:00 p.m.
(wristbands will be passed out between 5:00 - 5:45 p.m.)
All classes start the week of January 20, 2020 (no class Jan 20 MLK Day). July 6 - August 2 (no class)
Dance Recital is tentatively scheduled for April 5, 2020 at the Commerce Casino and Hotel

Tap and Ballet Recreation Jazz Ballet Folklorico

Instructor: Evelynn Rodriguez Instructor: Anthony Gutierrez Instructor: Ariadna Cervantes-Lopez
Classes held at Bandini Park Classes held at Bandini Park Classes held at Bristow Park
Tap and Ballet 1 Recreation Jazz 1 Ages: 5 - 17 years
Mondays & Wednesdays: 5:15 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5:30 - 6:15: p.m. Beginners
Ages 4 - 6 years Ages 5 - 8 years Tuesdays: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Tap and Ballet 2 Recreation Jazz 2 Intermediate
Mondays & Wednesdays: 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:15 - 7:30 p.m. Fridays: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Ages 7 - 10 years Ages 9 - 13 years Advanced
Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Tiny Dancers

Instructor: Jessica Le Cheminant
Classes held at Bandini Park
Wednesdays: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Ages 3 - 5 years

GOLF

Monthly Golf Anaheim Hills Golf Course Vineyards Golf Course
Tournament
January 11, 2020 April 11, 2020
Register at the City of Commerce Department of Anaheim, CA Escondido, CA
Parks and Recreation office. First Tee: 9:00 a.m. First Tee: 9:00 a.m.
Resident registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Registration: December 9, 2019 Registration: March 9, 2020
Non-resident registration begins at 10:00 a.m. Cost: $74.00 Cost: $65.00
Adults 18 years and older only - No exceptions.
Residents 50 years or older, with a current Goose Creek Golf Course The Golf Club at
resident activity card, will receive a 50% discount. Rancho California
February 8, 2020
Cash will no longer be accepted on the day of the Mira Loma, CA May 9, 2020
tournament, checks only! Please make check First Tee: 10:00 a.m. Murrieta, CA
payable to the City of Commerce. You may call the Registration: January 13, 2020 First Tee: 9:00 a.m.
Sports office or the Parks & Recreation Department Cost: $89.00 Registration Date: April 13, 2020
office and pay in advance with a credit card. You Cost: $57.00
can also register on-line at Hemet Golf Course
http://activenet.active.com/commerce. Applications San Juan Hill Golf Course
will be accepted until tournament is filled. March 7, 2020
Hemet, CA June 6, 2020
First Tee: 8:30 a.m. San Juan Capistrano, CA
Registration: February 10, 2020 First Tee: 9:00 a.m.
Cost: $42.00 Registration: May 11, 2020
Cost: $85.00

You must provide your own clubs. 13

All prices are subject to change. The City of Commerce is not responsible for any injuries, loss of any personal property
or damages by said players.
Note: Once you have signed up, you are responsible for that spot. There will be no refunds. If you cannot attend, it is
up to you to find a replacement or pay the fees.
To be placed on the golf mailing list, please contact the Sports office at (323) 887-4432.

YOUTH AND ADULT
SPORTS PROGRAM

All park sports are coed Hot Shot T-Ball Registration
Fees: Residents - Free
Non-residents - $15 Ages: 4 ½ - 6 boys & girls
Non-resident students from within the MUSD school boundary, Registration begins: Thursday, March 19, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
or who attend LAUSD schools within a 3 mile radius of Bristow Non-resident registration begins: Thursday, March 26, 2020 @
Park, and children of Industrial Residents are eligible to sign up 10:00 a.m.
for youth sports. Practices begin: Monday, April 6, 2020
League begins: Monday, May 4, 2020

Registration and Procedures Karate (Nippon Kenpo)

Parents can register their child at their local park during each Gain self confidence, coordination, and discipline by learning the
sports sign-up period. Please have your child’s current art of karate. Classes are taught by a certified instructor.
resident activity card. The following are the sports registration A waiver form must be filled out for each participant.
policies: A current resident activity card is required.
• Once you register your child for a park team, you cannot Rosewood Park Meeting Room
withdraw their name and sign-up at another park. Mondays & Wednesdays
• If a team is full, you have the option of either placing your 6:45 - 8:45 p.m. (Beginners - Advanced)
child on the waiting list or signing them up at another park. Ages: 5 yrs - Adults
You cannot do both. 1st session registration: Wednesday, January 8, 2020
• A participant can only play in his/her age division. However, a Classes run from January, 2020 - June, 2020
considerably skilled participant may play up a division by 2nd session registration: Wednesday, July 8, 2020
parental request, but only after the child has been evaluated by Classes run from July, 2020 - December, 2020
the sports division. Instructor: Manuel Prieto
• If you register your child and there are not enough
participants in their specific division to form a team, you will Boxing
have the option to place them in the same division of the
opposite gender or in the same division but at a different park. Our boxing program is designed to assist in developing
For more information please call the Sports Office at self-confidence, self-control, self-discipline, boxing skills and
(323) 887-4432. physical conditioning. Competition is arranged by experience
and skill level. Current resident activity card required.
Youth Basketball Registration Bristow Park Boxing Gym, (323) 263-2688 after 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 19 years
Ages: 7 – 17 boys & girls Monday - Thursday: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Registration begins: Thursday, December 19, 2019 1st session registration: Monday, January 6, 2020
@ 6:00 p.m. Classes run from January, 2020 - June, 2020
Non-resident registration begins: Friday, January 3, 2020 2nd session registration: Monday, July 6, 2020
@ 10:00 a.m. Classes run from July, 2020 - December, 2020
Practices begin: Monday, January 6, 2020 Assistant Instructor: Lily Magana
League begins: Monday, February 3, 2020 Assistant Instructor: Edgar Ramos

Hot Shot Basketball Registration Adult Sports

Ages: 4 ½ - 6 boys & girls Adult Co-Ed Spring/Summer Slo-Pitch League
Registration begins: Thursday, December 19, 2019
@ 6:00 p.m. Registration begins: Monday, February 17, 2020
Non-resident registration begins: Friday, January 3, 2020 League begins: Monday, March 9, 2020
@ 10:00 a.m. League fees: $250.00 to register and a $15.00 officials fee at
Practices begin: Monday, January 6, 2020 each game.
League begins: Monday, February 3, 2020 Register at the Department of Parks & Recreation office.
For more details call the Sports office at (323) 887-4432.
Youth Baseball & Softball Registration

Ages: 7 - 17 boys & girls
Registration begins: Thursday, March 19, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Non-resident registration begins: Thursday, March 26, 2020
@ 10:00 a.m.
Practices begin: Monday, April 6, 2020
League begins: Monday, May 4, 2020

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ADULT
FITNESS

Register at your local park. Classes are Step Aerobics Yoga
10 week sessions and are subject to
change. All classes are co-ed. Ages: 14 years and older Ages: 14 years and older
Mixed Levels Bristow Park
Residents: Bandini Park Mondays & Wednesdays
Free with a current resident activity card Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
Non-residents: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Instructor: Lorena Herrera
$30 per session Instructor: Lorena Herrera
(Non-residents register a week after H.I.I.T.
registration is open to residents) Bristow Park
Mondays & Wednesdays (High Intensity Interval Training)
Stand by: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Ages: 18 years and older
Resident must have a current resident Fridays Veterans Memorial Park
activity card on hand or a picture of their 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Mondays & Wednesdays
resident activity card on a phone. Instructor: Lorena Herrera 6:15 - 7:15 p.m
$3.00 fee per class for non-residents and 7:30 - 8:30 p.m
residents without current resident activity Rosewood Park Instructor: Ray Zamora Jr.
card. Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays
Winter Session Instructor: Guillermina Maldonado 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Registration begins: Monday, December 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
23, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Body Conditioning Instructor: Ray Zamora Jr.
Classes begin week of January 6, 2020
Ages: 14 years and older Saturdays
Spring Session Veterans Memorial Park 8:00 - 9:00 a.m
Registration begins: Monday, March 2, Tuesdays & Thursdays Instructor: Ray Zamora Jr.
2020 at 10:00 a.m. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Classes begin week of March 16, 2020 Instructor: Jessica Le Cheminant Adult Water Exercise Class

Summer Session I Cardio Kickboxing Ages: 18 years and older
Registration begins: Monday, May 11, Brenda Villa Aquatic Center
2020 at 10:00 a.m. Ages: 14 years and older Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Classes begin week of May 25, 2020 Veterans Memorial Park 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Tuesdays & Thursdays Residents: Free
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Non-residents: $5.00 per class
Instructor: Jessica Le Cheminant Instructor: Aquatic Staff

Pilates Youth
Fitness Class
Ages: 14 years and older
Veterans Memorial Park Kids-ercise
Mondays & Wednesdays
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Ages 5-11 years, Residents only
Instructor: Guillermina Maldonado Rosewood Park
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Zumba 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Instructor: TBA
Ages: 14 years and older For more information call (323) 887-4434.
Rosewood Park
Tuesdays & Thursdays 15
7:45 - 8:45 p.m.
Instructor: TBA

Veterans Memorial Park
Mondays & Wednesdays
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Instructor: TBA

BRENDA VILLA
AQUATIC CENTER

* The Brenda Villa Aquatic Center reserves the right to change hours or
close the facility as needed and for the purpose of hosting sporting
events.

Entrance Fees

Resident/Industrial Resident (with a current resident activity card): Free
Resident/Industrial Resident (without a current resident activity card):
$3.50
Non-resident (all ages): $3.50
Disabled (with appropriate documentation): $1.00
Senior citizens (50 & Older): $1.00

Recreational Swimming

Monday - Friday: 3:00 - 4:15 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Closed evenings
Children under 7 years of age or less than 4 feet tall must be
accompanied by an adult. One child per one adult. If capacity is
reached, newcomers will be able to enter when another participant
leaves.

The Brenda Villa Aquatic Center has two indoor Lap Swimming
swimming pools, male and female locker rooms and
shower facilities, dry heat saunas, physical fitness Monday - Friday:
rooms, children’s wading pool and built in stadium 6:00 - 8:00 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
seating for 240. Regulation swim suits are required. Ages: 18 yrs. & older
Regulation swim suits are those designed to be worn in
water and are made of synthetic materials only. Shirts Dry Heat Saunas
are prohibited and swim diapers are required for all
infants. Facilities may be closed due to inclement Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
weather or poor attendance. Saturday & Sunday: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Adults only - 18 yrs. and older.
Only residents and industrial residents with a current activity card are
allowed in the saunas.

Physical Fitness Center

Monday - Friday: 5:45 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: 16 & older
The Physical Fitness Center is open to Commerce residents, with
current resident activity card, at no charge, and industrial residents that
have paid the annual membership fee. The physical fitness center is
equipped with various physical development and body toning
equipment. Industrial membership is prorated for a year’s period.
Residents and Industrial residents must wear their current resident
activity card on their gym attire when using the fitness center and must
bring a hand towel to clean equipment after use.

Adult Swim Lessons

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Residents: $10.00 per person/per month.
Non-residents: $24.00 per person/per month.
Registration for residents is one week prior to the month of lessons.
Non-residents may register 72 hours prior to the first class. Classes
begin in January. Classes will be canceled if a minimum of 6 students

16 are not enrolled for each class.

Children’s Swim Lessons

Registration Dates:
Thursday, February 27, 2020 - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 26, 2020 - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 30, 2020 - 5:00 p.m.
Brenda Villa Aquatic Center lobby.
5:00 - 5:30 p.m. - Wristbands distributed.
5:30 p.m. - Registration begins.
$6.00 per session
Registration is for one class per month.
The “Random Wristband” procedure will be conducted as follows:
Participants must show a current resident activity card. Wristband will
be placed on the individual’s wrist by staff from 5:00 to 5:30 p.m. Those
that arrive after 5:30 p.m. will be placed on a waiting list and allowed to
register after all those with wristbands have registered, if sessions are
still open. Numbers are drawn randomly. Classes are offered in half
hour periods on Mondays & Wednesdays between 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. or
Tuesdays & Thursdays between 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Classes will be
cancelled if a minimum of 4 students are not enrolled for each class.

Classes and Teams United States Water Polo

Interested in learning the sport of Water Polo?

Adult Water Exercise Class If you are, then sign up for our Water Polo program.
You will be introduced to the sport and learn basic rules
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. and skills. Participants must be able to swim 50 yards
Adult Water Exercise classes are designed to improve range of motion freestyle, 50 yards backstroke, and tread water for 1
in neck, arms, back and leg areas. minute. The City sponsors a highly competitive National
Residents/Industrial Residents: Free (with current resident activity card) and International Men’s & Women’s U.S. Water Polo
Non-residents: $5.00 Program:
Non-resident Seniors: $2.50 18 & Under (Boys & Girls)
For more information contact the Brenda Villa Aquatic Center at 16 & Under (Boys & Girls)
(323) 887-4404. Class is limited to 46. 14 & Under (Boys & Girls)

Pre-Competitive Swim 12 & Under (Boys & Girls)
10 & Under (Mixed Teams)

This class is designed as a bridge between swim lessons and the Workouts: Tuesdays & Thursdays: 4:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Competitive Aquatic Team. Participants must be at least 6 years old A current resident activity card is required.

and be able to swim 25 yards using freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke,

and butterfly and have passed level 4. Instruction will focus on Adaptive Aquatics Swim Lessons for Youth

improving stroke technique and learning skills necessary for competitive If you have a child with adaptive abilities and would like

swimming. for them to learn how to swim, please contact the Aquat-

Cost: $15.00 per month ics Program Manager at (323) 887-4404 to be placed on

Workouts: an interest list.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays: 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. - Beginners

Competitive Aquatic Teams Private Swim Lessons

The City provides sponsorship of City Residents in the Aquatic Compet- If you have a child or adult interested in taking private
itive teams. swim lessons, please contact the Brenda Villa Aquatic
Cashier at (323) 887-4404 to be placed on an interest

United States of America Swimming Team list. Private lessons are one-on-one instruction.
Lessons are $20 per half hour and scheduled according

The competitive aquatic team is open to Commerce residents ages to availability.

5 -18 years and under the direction of certified United States Swimming

Coaches. Tryouts are held twice a year on the last Friday in August and

first Friday in February. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards

using each of the competitive strokes: butterfly, back, breast, and

freestyle.

Workouts:

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays:

4:00 - 7:00 p.m. (subject to change)

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SENIOR
CENTER

Clubs BINGO transportation fee. Contact the Senior
Wednesdays & Fridays: 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. Citizens Center for information at
Auld Lang Syne Club Play bingo for a variety of prizes. (323) 887-4430.
2nd and last Wednesday of the month Cost: $.25 cents per card or 6 cards for • Non-residents will be enrolled on trips
at 10:30 a.m. $1.00, per game. where space is available 72 hours prior to
*There will be no bingo if it conflicts with the trip.
Senior Center Staff a special event. • Transportation pick up locations are:
Sponsored Club Meeting Bristow Park - BP, Southeast - SE,
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month Chi Gong Teen Center - TC, Senior Center - SC
at 10:30 a.m. Mondays: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Wednesdays: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Rose Parade Floats & Breakfast
Commerce Senior Citizens Club Instructor: Nelson Ong Thursday, January 2, 2020
Last Tuesday of each month BP 6:00 a.m., SE 6:15 a.m.,
at 4:00 p.m. Movie TC 6:30 a.m., SC 6:45 a.m.
Thursdays: 12:30 p.m. Return time: 2:00 p.m.
Social Club *There will be no movie if it conflicts with Cost: Residents $5.00 refundable deposit
Every Friday at 10:30 a.m. a special event. and $15.00 entrance fee, Non-residents
except the second Friday of $5.00 and $15.00 entrance fee.
each month at 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Latin Dance and Social Hour Come and examine the beautiful floral
Wednesdays: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Rose Parade floats up close and
Social Drop in Times Instructor: Katalina Beltran personal. Take the time to admire and
praise the workmanship and hours it
Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Arts & Crafts takes to craft these elegant designs.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. After viewing the floats we will be
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Fees may apply for program supplies. stopping to have some breakfast around
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pasadena.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Crochet Class
Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Knotts Lunch and Antique Shopping
major Holidays closed. Instructor: Mary Ann Perez Thursday, February 6, 2020
BP 9:15 a.m., SE 9:30 a.m., TC 9:45
Seasonal Dances Watercolor Painting a.m., SC 10:00 a.m.
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Return time: 6:00 p.m.
Please call the Senior Center for details Instructor: Randi Villalobos Cost: Residents $5.00 refundable
at (323) 887-4430. Please see staff for cost deposit, Non-residents $5.00
Cost of lunch is on your own.
Special Interest Sports Enjoy a delicious chicken lunch and some
Programs boysenberry pie at Mrs. Knotts Chicken
Bowling Dinner Restaurant. Walk off your lunch at
Arthritis Exercise Class Mondays: 12:15 - 3:00 p.m. the Orange Circle Antique Mall while you
Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays: 15 week sessions pick up some unique finds.
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Cost: $8.97 for 3 games and shoe rental.
Class is sponsored by the Arthritis The Oaks: Thousand Oaks Mall and
Foundation. Softball (Seasonal) Trader Joe’s
Instructor: Veronica Rueda If you are interested in playing softball Thursday, March 26, 2020
and/or going bowling, please call the BP 8:00 a.m., SE 8:15 a.m.,
Yoga Sports office at (323) 887-4432. TC 8:30 a.m., SC 8:45 a.m.
Tuesdays & Thursdays: Return time: 6:30 p.m.
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Excursions Cost: Residents $5.00 refundable
Wednesdays: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. deposit, Non-residents $5.00
Instructor: Katalina Beltran Commerce Residents over 50 yrs. old Cost of lunch is on your own.
may participate on trips co-sponsored by Shopping and lunch at the Thousand
20 the Senior Citizens Commission and the Oaks Mall in Thousand Oaks. If shopping
Parks and Recreation Department of the is not your thing and if time permits, you
City of Commerce. Trips are scheduled can catch a movie at the AMC theater.
each month. Residents are free and We will load the bus and stop at the local
non-residents will be charged a $5.00 Trader Joe’s. Lunch, shopping, and or
movie is at your cost.

Downtown Disney Special Events Summer Kickoff “Hoedown” and
Thursday, April 9, 2020 Karaoke at the Center
BP 8:15 a.m., SE 8:30 a.m., City Birthday Party Thursday, June 18, 2020
TC 8:45 a.m., SC 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 28, 2020 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Return time: 5:00 p.m. 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Cost: Residents $5.00, Non-residents $8.00
Cost: Residents $5.00 refundable NO COST Swing your partner round and round at this year’s
deposit, Non-residents $5.00 Cake, mariachis, and raffles will help us Summer Hoedown! Make sure you have your
Cost of lunch is on your own. celebrate the City of Commerce’s 60th cowboy hats and boots ready for all the line
Take a stroll down the Downtown Birthday!!! Come down for a festive dancing and karaoke going on. Country food will
Disney and pick up some afternoon and sing “Happy Birthday” to be served and just have a Heehaw of a time.
souvenirs. From there we will the City of Commerce.
take the Commerce bus to the Special Services
Block of Orange for lunch.
Los Angeles County Food Bank
Redondo Beach & Valentine’s Dance 2nd Wednesday of each month at
Farmer’s Market Friday, February 14, 2020 9:00 a.m.
Thursday, May 14, 2020 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Income restrictions apply.
BP 8:15 a.m., SE 8:30 a.m., NO COST drop in dance
TC 8:45 a.m., SC 9:00 a.m. Let cupid strike or bring your honey to Nutrition Lunch Program and
Return time: 3:00 p.m. enjoy a day of love. There will be great Social Recreation Activities
Cost: Residents $5.00 refundable music and plenty of people to mingle Monday - Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
deposit, Non-residents $5.00 with and dance until your heart’s Lunch served at 11:30 a.m.
Start your morning off with content. Ages: 60 years & older - $2.25 donation
exercise on the beach. After you 59 years & under - $4.50 donation.
get your bones and muscles St. Patrick’s Day Dance Homebound individuals: $2.50 please call HSA at
warmed up, you can feed your Tuesday, March 17, 2020 (562) 806-5400 to set up deliveries.
hunger from one of the many 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Reservations for lunch must be made the day
vendors at the farmer’s market or Cost: TBA before, no later than 1:00 p.m.
walk down to the fresh seafood Join us for a Wee Bit O’ Fun, With Call (323) 887-4430.
market. Plenty of Cheers and Shamrock Green
Beers! Telephone Reassurance Program
This service provides a regular telephone call to
Strawberry Festival High Tea Time at the Center check on the safety and well-being of a senior
Saturday, May 16, 2020 Thursday, April 23, 2020 adult living alone. Open to Commerce residents,
BP 6:30 a.m., SE 6:45 a.m., 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. 50 years of age and older. For more information
TC 7:00 a.m., SC 7:15 a.m. Cost: Residents $5.00, Non-residents contact the Senior Center at (323) 887-4430.
Return time: 5:30 p.m. $8.00
Cost: $5.00 refundable deposit High society hits Commerce. Spend the Dial-A-Ride
and $12.00 entrance fee, afternoon sipping on tea with the ladies You can now schedule more than just your doctor
Non-residents $5.00 and $12.00 and noshing on delectable treats. appointments!!
entrance fee Pinkies up in your shabby chic, bring a You can go shopping, do your banking, and go to
Ride with us up to Oxnard to taste friend and don’t miss the treats! the grocery store, DMV, anywhere within 12 miles
dozens of delicious treats at the from City Hall.
Strawberry Festival. There are Cinco de Mayo Lunch and Fiesta Hours of operation will be 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
more than 50 food vendors to Tuesday, May 5, 2020 Monday through Friday; must schedule your
taste from, all with their special 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. appointments at least 24 hours in advance.
twist on the strawberry. Along Cost: Residents $5.00, Non-residents For Senior Citizens 50 years of age and older or
with the food, there will be tons of $8.00 physically challenged.
different booths to see and plenty Come celebrate the Mexican victory You must be registered with the Transportation
of music to dance to. over France. Gentlemen bring out your Department in order to use our services. For
sombreros, guayaberas, and sarapes; more information, please call (323) 887-4480
Santa Barbara while the beautiful ladies come in their
Thursday, June 4, 2020 flowered dresses or skirts and blouses. 21
BP 7:30 a.m., SE 7:45 a.m., Enjoy traditional sounds and food from
TC 8:00 a.m., SC 8:15 a.m. Mexico.
Return time: 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Residents $5.00 refundable BBQ with Staff
deposit, Non-residents $5.00 Thursday, June 11, 2020
Spend a beautiful day in Santa 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Barbara, while you enjoy the Cost: Residents $5.00, Non-residents
ocean views. We will have a $8.00
wonderful lunch in between the You may already know how to cook, but
sight and sounds of the ocean. do you know how to barbeque? If not,
here is your chance to learn and if you
do, you may learn a new technique.

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